Dudley public meetings in 2025

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee will meet to vote on the appointment of a Clerk and the posting of member vacancies. The body will also review member research and discuss the start of the final report.

• Vote to appoint a Clerk
• Vote on posting member vacancies
• Approval of January 2026 meeting dates
• Review of research by Keith Gajewski
• Discussion on beginning the final report

Education

The DCRSD Curriculum Subcommittee for Teaching and Learning will meet to review previous minutes and assessment data. The body will discuss curriculum, instruction, and assessment data specifically for Shepherd Hill Regional High School.

• Review of November 7, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of Assessment and Accountability Data
• Discussion on Shepherd Hill Regional High School curriculum, instruction, and assessment data

Education

The Policy Review Subcommittee will review several agenda items, including graduation requirements, school food and nutrition meal modifications, the middle school pathway exploration policy, and student search procedures. An update to the School Committee Handbook will also be considered. The meeting includes feedback from parent advisory councils and sets future agenda topics such as a policy reconciliation project and job description reviews.

• Graduation Requirements
• School Food and Nutrition — Meal Modification
• Middle School Pathway Exploration Policy
• Student Searches — e.g., Smart phones
• Update - School Committee Handbook

Board of Health

The Dudley Board of Health will hold a public meeting on December 16, 2025. The agenda includes a vote to hire or appoint a Health Agent. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Vote to hire/appoint a Health Agent

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider various 2026 license renewals for alcohol, food service, and vehicle dealers. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a National Grid pole installation and vote on snow and ice spending.

• Public hearing for National Grid to install one 40-foot pole on Deary Lane
• Vote to allow Highway Superintendent to overspend the Snow/Ice line item 0001-420-5710-0001
• Appointment of Thomas Millar to the Recreation Commission
• 2026 license renewals for alcohol, common victuallers, and secondhand vehicle dealers
• Review of the Town Administrator's Report

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to consider a specific real estate exemption. The board will then vote to adjourn.

• Vote to approve real estate exemption for Map 229, Lot 16 (Clause 17 D, Widow) for $175.00

The Board of Assessors voted unanimously to approve a real estate exemption for Map 229, Lot 16, Clause 17D, valued at $175. The motion was made by Assessor Szymczak and seconded by Assessor Durgin. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved $175 real estate exemption for Map 229, Lot 16, Clause 17D (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will vote on routine items including approval of the October and November motor vehicle abatements ($1,043.29 and $649.72) and a motor vehicle excise commitment #6 for $32,645.96. It will also vote to deny two Chapter 61A tax‑abatement applications for FY 2026, each involving property transferred to the Conservation Land Trust. Additional actions include approving a partial lien release for Patricia Kelly (Map 220, Lot 2 on Durfee Rd), noting the tax classification hearing result with a rate of $10.06, and setting the next meeting for January 9, 2026.

• Approve motor vehicle abatements: $1,043.29 for October and $649.72 for November
• Approve motor vehicle excise commitment #6 in the amount of $32,645.96
• Deny Chapter 61A application FY 2026 for Richard O. Perron (property sold/donated to Conservation Land Trust)
• Deny Chapter 61A application FY 2026 for Theresa Antos (property sold to Conservation Land Trust)
• Approve partial lien release for Patricia Kelly, Map 220, Lot 2 on Durfee Rd

The board approved prior meeting minutes, motor‑vehicle abatements, an excise commitment, partial lien releases, real‑estate exemptions totaling $78,600, and fines of $19,950. It denied two Chapter 61A tax‑abatement applications for FY 2026, both properties now owned by the Conservation Land Trust. The board also set the next meeting for Jan 9 2026 and moved into executive session to discuss tax‑abatement matters.

• Approved regular meeting minutes from Oct 10 2025 (motion passed)
• Approved executive board minutes from Oct 10 2025 (motion passed)
• Approved motor‑vehicle abatements for Oct ($1,043.29) and Nov ($649.72) (motion passed)
• Approved motor‑vehicle excise commitment #6 ($32,645.96) (motion passed)
• Approved partial lien releases for Patricia Kelly (Map 220, Lot 2) and Arthur & Jean Williams (Map 227, Lot 80) (motions passed)
• Approved real‑estate exemptions totaling $78,600 (motion passed)
• Approved Income and Expense fines totaling $19,950 (motion passed)
• Denied two Chapter 61A tax‑abatement applications for FY 2026 (Richard O. Perron and Theresa Antos) (motions passed)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a certificate of completion and a reduction of surety for Sophie’s Way. Members will also discuss the status of several unaccepted subdivision streets and review site plans for multiple local projects.

• Request for Certificate of Completion and Reduction of Surety for Sophie’s Way (Sawmill Road LLC)
• Status report on unaccepted streets: Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, Paula Lane, Circle Drive, and Sophie’s Way
• Site plan inspections for Legacy Landing/Country Club Acres, SEP Solar (Oxford Avenue), Stevens Mill, Landfill Solar Project, and Dudley Housing Authority
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw
• Approval of 2026 meeting dates and consultant vouchers

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School Committee will consider several reports and updates, including a request to approve the disposal of school property. The meeting also includes the FY27 budget creation impact memo and routine approvals of the warrant and prior meeting minutes. Additional items are reports from the superintendent, finance director, and various program updates.

• Approval of the warrant
• Approval of minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting
• Disposal of school property – approval request
• FY27 budget creation impact memo
• Professional development update – Assistant Superintendent Kelly True

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for two Notice of Intention filings and review a Request for Determination of Applicability. The body will also approve minutes and consultant vouchers.

• Public Hearing: 8 and 10 Mill Street & 0 West Main Street (Stevens Mill Owner, LLC)
• Public Hearing: 188 Southbridge Road (Alexis Fortes)
• Request for Determination of Applicability: Tree removal at 180 Klondike Road (Kevin Thibeault)
• Approval of consultant vouchers and bills
• Setting and approving 2026 meeting dates

Library Board of Trustees

The Dudley Library Board of Trustees will review and approve the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. The Director will give a report on staffing, programs, equipment/facilities, and finances. Trustees will consider a proposed teen room policy and discuss library parking and no‑parking rules. The meeting will close with board member comments and set the date for the next meeting.

• Review and approve minutes from November 12, 2025
• Director’s Report covering staffing, programs, equipment/facility, and financial updates
• Consideration of teen room policy
• Discussion of library parking/no parking rules
• Board member comments and observations

The trustees approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. They then moved to adjourn, which also passed unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Accepted November 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Dudley Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2026 FY budget, including a proposed salary increase for the Executive Director. The board will also consider several maintenance contracts and capital improvement projects funded by EOHLC.

• Proposed 2026 FY budget including Executive Director salary increase to $63,925
• Massachusetts State-Aided Property Insurance Program premium of $25,696.00
• Capital Improvement Plan projects including ADA roll-in showers ($94,991) and exterior doors ($102,787)
• Storm drain cleaning contract for Joshua Plc with Jolin Paving & Excavating Inc for $2,400
• Agreement with Viking Towing for trespassing vehicle removal

The Dudley Housing Authority Board approved the FY 2026 budgets for housing programs 400-01 and 689-01 and increased the Executive Director’s salary to $63,925. It also approved participation in the Massachusetts State‑Aided Property Insurance Program and accepted several service contracts, including AC maintenance, storm‑drain cleaning, and a trespassing‑vehicle towing agreement. Additional funding was allocated for the TOA holiday party and performance‑based bonuses. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved FY 2026 budgets for housing programs 400-01 and 689-01 (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director salary increase to $63,925 (unanimous)
• Approved participation in the Massachusetts State‑Aided Property Insurance Program (unanimous)
• Approved lowest qualified quote for ductless HVAC system repairs (unanimous)
• Approved Jolin Paving & Excavating Inc. quote to clean 16 storm drains ($2,400) (unanimous)
• Approved trespassing‑vehicle towing agreement with Viking Towing (unanimous)
• Approved $300 funding for the TOA Holiday Party (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 CIP admin fee use for Maintenance Department bonuses (unanimous)

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee will vote on appointing a Clerk and decide whether to post vacancies or keep current members. The committee will also review a Department of Public Works discussion, examine member research presented by Keith Gajewski, and discuss the frequency and topics of future meetings.

• Vote to appoint a Clerk
• Vote on posting vacancies or retaining current members
• Review of Department of Public Works discussion
• Review of member research presented by Keith Gajewski
• Discussion of future meeting frequency and topics

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the meetings on 10/27/25, 11/10/25, and 11/24/25. The vote to appoint a clerk and the discussion of vacancies were both tabled. Members agreed to hold additional meetings on Jan 5, Jan 12 (with Selectmen), Jan 13, Jan 20, and Jan 26 2026. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 6:41 pm.

• Approved minutes of 10/27/25 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 11/10/25 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 11/24/25 (unanimous)
• Tabled appointment of Clerk (no vote recorded)
• Tabled discussion of vacancies (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled meetings for Jan 5, Jan 12 (with Selectmen), Jan 13, Jan 20, Jan 26 2026 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School District Capital Outlay and Safety Subcommittee will meet to review facility updates and discuss the timeline for the FY27 capital budget request.

• Approval of October 3, 2025, meeting minutes
• Standing updates on facility projects at CMS, CES, DES, HES, and MRS
• Discussion on STEM classroom safety requirements
• Review of capital request timeline for FY27
• Discussion on previously unidentified capital proposals

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School District Budget & Finance Subcommittee will discuss various financial projections and funding updates. The body will review proposed Chapter 70 and regional transportation funding, as well as a possible Technology Efficiency Fund.

• Proposed Chapter 70 and Regional Transportation funding from House, Senate, and Governor
• FY27 healthcare, utility, transportation, and contractual cost projections
• Discussion on a possible Technology Efficiency Fund
• Anticipated enrollment numbers for the next fiscal year
• Timeline for budget creation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Dudley Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an appeal to change the use of RJ’s Autobody located at 65 Schofield Ave. The applicant is requesting the change without a special permit. The board will also approve the minutes from its September 4, 2025 and November 6, 2025 meetings. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Appeal to change use of RJ’s Autobody at 65 Schofield Ave (no special permit)
• Approval of minutes from September 4, 2025 meeting
• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2025 meeting

The Dudley Zoning Board of Appeals closed a hearing on an appeal by John Harden regarding RJ's Autobody at 65 Schofield Ave, which was operating without a special permit. The board determined the use was permitted by right under zoning regulations and that odor and noise complaints fall under Board of Health jurisdiction, not the ZBA. No vote was required as the matter was outside the ZBA's jurisdiction. The board also unanimously approved minutes from September 4 and November 6, 2025.

• Closed hearing on 65 Schofield Ave appeal (unanimous)
• Determined spray booth use is not a change of use, no ZBA vote required
• Approved minutes from Sept 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Nov 6, 2025 (unanimous)

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will meet to review the budget and revenue. The board will also discuss a sewer moratorium and a request to list specific affected roads in town.

• Budget and revenue review
• Sewer moratorium and request to list affected roads
• Presentation by Cyvl
• DPW Study meeting update
• Webster True-up update

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings regarding tax classification and two National Grid pole petitions. The board is also reviewing numerous 2026 business license renewals and the reappointment of reserve officers.

• Public hearing to vote on a single or split tax rate
• Pole petitions for National Grid on Schofield Ave and Deary Lane
• Vote to waive Right of First Refusal for lots on Dudley Oxford Road
• Vote to release funds from Misty Meadows Surety Bond for public safety access
• 2026 license renewals for alcohol, common victualler, and secondhand vehicle dealers

Board of Selectmen

The Dudley Board of Selectmen will discuss and vote on whether to begin the process of changing health insurance benefits for town employees under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 32B, Sections 21‑23. No other agenda items are listed beyond standard procedural matters.

• Discussion and vote on engaging the process to change health insurance benefits under M.G.L. Chapter 32B, §§21‑23

Police Department

The South Worcester County Communications Center Board will meet virtually via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of minutes, old business, and new business items. In new business the board will confirm the appointment of Jocelyn Lopez as a full‑time dispatcher effective November 30, 2025, confirm the promotion of Joan Laplante to Dispatch Supervisor retroactive to November 16, 2025, and approve the pay rate for the Dispatch Supervisor effective November 23, 2025.

• Confirm appointment of Jocelyn Lopez as full‑time dispatcher (effective Nov 30, 2025)
• Confirm promotion of Joan Laplante to Dispatch Supervisor (retroactive Nov 16, 2025)
• Approve setting of pay rate for Dispatch Supervisor Laplante (effective Nov 23, 2025)

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee will meet on November 24, 2025 at the Dudley Municipal Complex. The agenda includes a public business segment with a survey update, a Department of Public Works discussion, and a session for committee member questions. No decisions are listed; the items are for discussion only.

• Survey update
• DPW discussion
• Committee member questions
• Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review updates on local clinics and business complaints. Members will discuss renewal processes for septic haulers, installers, trash haulers, and tobacco permits.

• Vote on purchase of new IPAD
• Allocation of AED to Upside
• Renewals for septic haulers, septic installers, trash haulers, and tobacco permits
• Update on RJ’s Autobody
• Public acknowledgement of Mr. Hardens open meeting law complaint

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider a liquor license transfer for Yummys Chinese Restaurant and a violation regarding selling to a minor at Upside Food N Drink. The board will also vote on an updated IT policy and the necessity of the Eisenhower Road betterment.

• Liquor license transfer for Yummys Chinese Restaurant at 398 West Main Street
• Action on September 25, 2025 violation (serving/selling to a minor) for KJACK, Inc. d/b/a Upside Food N Drink
• Vote to approve updated IT Policy effective 11/17/2025
• Review and vote on Eisenhower Road Betterment petition
• Approval of Santa Parade date for December 6, 2025

Recreation Commission

The Dudley Recreation Commission will discuss logistics for the upcoming Tree Lighting event, including volunteers, food, supplies and activities. Commissioners will select a date for the town Santa Parade. They will brainstorm ideas for a 2026 playground ribbon‑cutting ceremony. The commission will also review the 2026 recreation budget.

• Discuss Tree Lighting logistics (volunteers, food, supplies, activities)
• Pick date for the Santa Parade
• Brainstorm ideas for a 2026 Playground Ribbon Cutting
• Review the 2026 recreation budget

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review and approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting and the executive‑session minutes. The board will receive a Director’s Report covering staffing, programs, equipment, facilities, and the library’s financial status. Board members will have an opportunity to comment. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at the Dudley Municipal Complex, Room 321.

• Review/Approval of meeting minutes from October 14, 2025
• Review/Approval of executive‑session minutes from October 14, 2025
• Director’s Report – staffing update
• Director’s Report – programs, events and services update
• Director’s Report – equipment/facility and financial update

The trustees approved the October 14, 2025 open meeting minutes as presented. They also approved the executive session minutes from the same date. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved October 14 open meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 14 executive session minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Education

The Dudley‑Charlton Regional School Committee will consider routine agenda items such as approving the meeting warrant and the October 8, 2025 minutes. It will review out‑of‑state field‑trip policies for trips scheduled in early 2026. The committee will discuss a joint purchasing agreement for active employees’ health insurance presented by Steven Lamarche. Financial updates will include a donation acceptance request from the Ruda Family and reports on the FY25 fiscal year.

• Approval of the meeting warrant
• Approval of minutes from the October 8, 2025 regular meeting
• Out‑of‑state field‑trip policies for trips to Vernon, CT; Cranston, RI; Salem, NH; East Cranston, RI; and Warwick, RI in early 2026
• Donation Acceptance Request – The Ruda Family
• Joint Purchasing Agreement for Active Employees Health Insurance – presented by Steven Lamarche

Planning Board

The Dudley Planning Board will approve the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes and review several land use applications, including the Near Raymond Street Lot and G & S Drive Lot. The board will discuss the status of unfinished subdivision streets such as Pierpont Estates and request a Certificate of Completion for Sophie’s Way. An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw will be presented for consideration. The board will also approve a consultant invoice for $174.20.

• Approval of minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting
• Near Raymond Street Lot application – Rozetta Kamceva
• G & S Drive Lot application – Michael Conley
• ANR – 24 Oxford Ave – JD&D Construction
• Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw discussion

Dudley Housing Authority

The Dudley Housing Authority board will consider three main actions: approving a contract for MBI Residential Retrofit to install fiber‑internet infrastructure, approving the replacement of a bathtub with a walk‑in shower in Building 7 Unit 1D, and converting the part‑maintenance laborer position from seasonal to permanent. Board members will also discuss submitting a Request for Proposals to serve as CFO and Administrative Officer for the state‑aided housing program. Routine items such as reviewing vouchers and the 2026 annual plan are also on the agenda.

• Approve walk‑in shower replacement in Building 7 Unit 1D (estimated $1,200 for materials, plus labor).
• Approve contract for MBI Residential Retrofit to install fiber‑internet infrastructure at DHA properties.
• Approve conversion of the part‑maintenance laborer from a seasonal to a permanent position, as budgeted in FY 2025.
• Approve submission of an RFR to EOHLC for CFO & Administrative Officer services by 12/1/2025.
• Review and acknowledge the 2026 Annual Plan, previously approved via email on 10/30/2025.

The Dudley Housing Authority unanimously approved the contract to install fiber internet infrastructure at Joshua Place Apartments and to pursue the RANGE Grant. Additional unanimous approvals included a walk‑in shower replacement in Building 7 Unit 1D, converting a seasonal maintenance laborer to a permanent position, submitting a response for pre‑qualification as CFO & Admin Officer for state‑aided housing, and replacing the authority’s signage.

• Approved fiber internet contract and RANGE Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved walk‑in shower replacement in Bld 7 1D (unanimous)
• Approved conversion of seasonal maintenance laborer to permanent position (unanimous)
• Approved submission for pre‑qualification as CFO & Admin Officer (unanimous)
• Approved Graphics Unlimited signage replacement quote $4,949.10 (unanimous)

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee will consider appointing a Clerk and decide whether to post any vacant positions. Members will assign any unclaimed research topics and review research submitted by members, including work by Rich Mathieu. The committee will also vote on a list of questions for a town survey. Additional member questions will be addressed before adjourning.

• Vote to appoint a Clerk
• Vote to post or retain vacant committee positions
• Assignment of any unclaimed research topics
• Review of member research, e.g., Rich Mathieu
• Vote to approve survey format and questions

Education

The DCRSD Curriculum Subcommittee for Teaching and Learning will meet on November 7, 2025. The agenda includes reviewing the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. A new business item will consider assessment and accountability data.

• Review of minutes from the Oct 16, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of assessment and accountability data

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School District Policy Review Subcommittee is meeting to review school policies. The group will discuss student searches, including smartphones, and the selection and reconsideration of library and media materials.

• Student searches and smartphone policy
• Library/Media Materials Selection, Adoption, and Reconsideration
• Parent/Guardian Guide to Address Concerns in the DCRSD
• Middle School Pathway Exploration Policy
• Access to Buildings and Grounds (ECAB)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Dudley Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a hearing on a variance request to change the side setbacks for a chicken coop at 21 Intervale Road. The applicant cites a prior ZBA decision that allowed the coop to be moved to the backyard. The board will also consider approval of the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Hearing on variance request for side setbacks at 21 Intervale Road (chicken coop)
• Approval of minutes from September 4, 2025

Cultural Council

The Dudley Cultural Council will discuss outstanding encumbered grants and consider FY26 grant applications. It will vote on those applications and decide on the grant approval and denial process, including notification timelines and a final report to the MCC by Jan. 16, 2026. The meeting also includes updates on a brochure, a new banner, and a press release for approved grants.

• Review of encumbered grants outstanding
• FY26 Grant Application – press release
• DCC brochure update
• New banner update
• Review and vote on FY26 Grant applications

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will meet to accept minutes, discuss a sewer moratorium, and review the budget and revenue. Items include a request to tie into the sewer at Paula Ln and updates on PFAS and Webster sewer projects.

• Accept minutes from Oct 1 and joint meeting with Webster
• Consider sewer moratorium
• Review budget and revenue
• Discuss PFAS at Eagle Drive
• Discuss Webster True-up update

The commissioners accepted the minutes from the October 1 and September 17 meetings. They unanimously approved a recommendation to loop Joseph Street and Gentex into the water system and appointed members to two ad‑hoc committees. The board also agreed to use PFAS settlement funds to pay down PFAS debt and to keep the sewer moratorium as a monthly agenda item.

• Accepted minutes of Oct 1 2025 (4 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Accepted minutes of Sep 17 2025 (4 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved looping Joseph Street and Gentex into water system (unanimous)
• Appointed Bob Sullivan and Justin Dolan to ad‑hoc committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Scott and Tom to Webster ad‑hoc committee (unanimous)
• Decided to use PFAS settlement checks to pay down PFAS debt (consensus)
• Kept sewer moratorium as a monthly agenda item (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Selectmen

The Board will appoint members to the Insurance Advisory Committee whose term expires June 30, 2028. It will consider the Town Administrator’s report and any related action. The Board will also set dates for six Selectmen meetings scheduled from January through June 2026.

• Appointment to Insurance Advisory Committee (term expires 6/30/2028): Paul Konieczny, Amanda Holmes, Sgt. Keith Remillard, Lt. Kevin Holstrom, Kyle MacDonald
• Vote on Town Administrator report and related actions
• Schedule Board of Selectmen meetings for Jan 12, Jan 26, Feb 9, Feb 23, Mar 9, Mar 23, Apr 6, May 4, May 18, Jun 1, Jun 29 2026

Education

The Capital & School Safety Subcommittee will meet via video conference on October 31, 2025. The agenda includes approval of the October 3 minutes, committee reorganization, reports from the facilities and finance directors, and updates on capital projects such as roof solar installations, SHS bleacher replacement, a new CMS basketball court, and a CMS water fountain. The subcommittee will also discuss the timeline for capital requests in the FY27 budget. No other items are listed.

• Capital request timeline for FY27 Budget
• Roof Solar (CMS, DMS, SHS) update
• SHS Bleachers
• CMS Basketball Court
• CMS Water Fountain

Education

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee will receive a standing update from the Director of Finance covering several budget‑related topics. Items include proposed Chapter 70 funding and regional transportation funding from state officials, cost projections for healthcare, utilities, and transportation, and a discussion of a possible Technology Efficiency Fund. The committee will also consider enrollment forecasts and the timeline for creating the upcoming budget.

• Proposed Chapter 70 Funding by House, Senate, and Governor
• Proposed Regional Transportation Funding by House, Senate, and Governor
• FY27 Healthcare cost projections
• Utility cost projections
• Discussion on a possible “Technology Efficiency Fund”

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on two Notices of Intention for mill and bridge projects and consider a Certificate of Compliance request. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes and bills.

• Public Hearing: 8 and 10 Mill Street & 0 West Main Street (Stevens Mill Owner, LLC)
• Public Hearing: Brandon Road Bridge Between Chase Ave and French River
• Request for Certificate of Compliance: 2 West Dudley Rd (Alexis Fortes)
• Approval of October 8, 2025 Minutes
• Approval of Consultant Vouchers / Paying of Bills

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee will meet to review member research and address committee questions. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a 2003 Charter Study.

• Discussion of 2003 Charter Study by Debbie LaPlaca
• Review of member research by Paul Konieczny

Education

The Shepherd Hill Regional High School School Council will hold its regular meeting. Members will elect a chair and vice‑chair, receive updates on teaching and learning, the music parents association, the booster club, and student activities, and discuss school climate and culture. The agenda also includes procedural items such as reviewing the mission, meeting dates, and notetakers.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Teaching and Learning Updates – Mr. Elwell
• Shepherd Hill Regional High School Music Parents Association Updates
• Shepherd Hill Booster Club Updates
• School Climate and Culture Discussion

Board of Health

The Dudley Board of Health will meet to discuss the appointment of an interim or per diem health agent. The board will vote on whether to hire or appoint a candidate for this role.

• Discussion and vote to hire/appoint an Interim/Per Diem Health Agent

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will review three public events: the Spooktacular, the Tree Lighting and Santa Parade, and a playground ribbon‑cutting ceremony. It will also select dates for the 2026 recreation meetings. No other items are on the agenda.

• Spooktacular event
• Tree Lighting and Santa Parade
• Playground ribbon‑cutting ceremony
• Selection of 2026 Recreation Commission meeting dates

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will discuss and confirm the recurring schedule for its monthly birthday recognitions, brown bag lunches, Memory Café, potluck lunches, and book club. No new policies, contracts, or ordinances are proposed. The next meeting is set for April 21, 2025 at the Municipal Complex, Veterans Memorial Hall, Room 321A.

• Monthly Birthday Recognition – first Thursday of each month
• Brown bag lunch – second Wednesday of each month
• Memory Café – third Thursday of each month
• Potluck Lunch – fourth Wednesday of each month
• Book club update – ongoing

Education

The School Committee will meet to conduct a workshop regarding Fiscal Year 2027. The meeting also includes an open discussion with school building principals.

• Fiscal Year 2027 workshop
• Open discussion with school building principals

Education

The Dudley Elementary School Council will meet to review school culture data, finalize school-wide goals, and vote on co-chair nominations. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 3:30 PM.

• Review DES School Culture Data
• Finalize School-wide Goals
• Vote on Co-Chair Nominations

Education

The Policy Review Subcommittee will approve the September 18 meeting minutes and discuss feedback on the IHBH Middle School Pathway Exploration Policy. It will also consider revisions to the KE Parent/Guardian Guide and an update to the School Committee Handbook. Additional items include the MASC priority list and future projects such as the Policy Reconciliation Project and job description review.

• Approval of minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting
• Feedback on IHBH – Middle School Pathway Exploration Policy
• Rework of KE – Parent/Guardian Guide to Address Concerns in the DCRSD
• Update to the School Committee Handbook
• Policy Reconciliation Project (future agenda item)

Town Meeting

Dudley Town Meeting will vote on a $30.4 million budget for fiscal year 2026, authorize borrowing $14.2 million for a water main extension, and approve funds for a private well remediation project.

• FY 2026 Budget: $30.44 million total
• Eagle Drive Water Main Extension: $14.2 million borrowing
• Eagle Drive Well Remediation: $222,615.32 borrowing
• Compensated Absences Reserve: $5,000 transfer
• Bylaw amendment: Prohibit sump pump discharge onto town highways

The Town Meeting approved Article 1 to hear committee recommendations and approved the FY 2026 amended budget (Article 2) by majority vote. Articles 4, 5, 6 and 7 were also approved, providing funds for cyclical property inspections, real‑estate revaluation, deposits into stabilization funds, and borrowing for a waterline project. Article 3, which sought to appropriate funds for unpaid FY 2025 bills, failed to achieve the required 9/10 vote and was not approved.

• Approved Article 1 to hear committee recommendations (majority)
• Approved Article 2 FY 2026 amended budget (majority)
• Rejected Article 3 unpaid bills – failed 9/10 vote
• Approved Article 4 transfer $21,000 for cyclical inspections (majority)
• Approved Article 5 transfer $22,500 for property revaluation (majority)
• Approved Article 6 deposit $365,700.05 into stabilization funds (majority)
• Approved Article 7 borrowing for waterline project up to 30‑year term (majority)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider the renewal or extension of a Host Community Agreement for Greatest Hits/DMA. The board will also review and take action regarding the October 20, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant.

• Renewal or extension of Host Community Agreement (HCA) for Greatest Hits/DMA
• Review of October 20, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant

Education

The Mason Road School Council will elect its Co‑Chairperson and Recording Secretary. The meeting also includes updates on the new PBIS system, recent fire and lockdown drills, and upcoming school events such as Story Literacy Night and a food drive. The council will set dates for future meetings on budget, improvement plan, and policy matters.

• Election of Co‑Chairperson and Recording Secretary positions
• Implementation of the new PBIS system "Be the Sun!"
• Fire drill (1 of 4 completed) and lockdown drill (1 of 3 completed)
• Story Literacy Night scheduled for Oct. 29 (Kindergarten) and Oct. 30 (Grade One)
• Food drive to collect 300 items for SHRHS and Thanksgiving needs

FAA

The Finance, Appropriation, and Advisory Committee will review the Special Town Meeting Warrant as noted by the FAA. The committee may take any action related to that warrant during the meeting. No other items are listed for discussion.

• FAA reviews October 2 0 , 202 5 Special Town Meeting Warrant and takes any action relative thereto

Agricultural Commission

The Dudley Agricultural Advisory Commission will vote to approve the September meeting minutes. It will receive an update on the Agricultural Reading Day planned for the elementary school and discuss the schedule for its 2025‑2026 meetings. The commission will also hear a report on the herbal workshop and any other miscellaneous topics.

• Approve minutes from September meeting
• Update on Agricultural Reading Day at the elementary school
• Schedule for 2025‑2026 commission meetings
• Herbal workshop update
• Miscellaneous topics

Board of Health

The Dudley Board of Health will discuss and vote on several regulatory items, including a modification to local well regulations to require PFAS testing for new wells. The board will also consider revised Bodyworks regulations, a fee waiver request for a permit application, and the resignation of Interim Health Agent Tom Purcell. Additional topics include a septic issue at 5 Camelot Circle and upcoming public health events.

• Local Well Regulations – discussion and vote to add PFAS testing for new wells
• Revised Bodyworks Regulations – discussion and vote
• Michael Griffin – request for fee waiver on permit application
• Vote to accept resignation of Interim Health Agent Tom Purcell
• Adam Martin – septic issue at 5 Camelot Circle (discussion)

Education

The DCRSD Curriculum Subcommittee for Teaching and Learning will meet to review previous minutes and discuss old business. The agenda includes updates on competency determination and math instruction following a professional development day.

• Review of September 19, 2025 minutes
• Competency Determination discussion
• Math Update regarding October 10th PD Day
• Professional Development Day (Oct 10, 2025) review

Education

The School Council will meet to elect a co-chair and recording secretary. Members will review an early year summary covering enrollment, class sizes, curriculum, and state testing.

• Election of Co-chair and Recording Secretary
• Review of enrollment and class sizes
• Discussion of curriculum and state testing
• Discussion of building and culture

FAA

The Finance, Appropriation, and Advisory Committee will meet to review and vote on recommendations for articles appearing on the October 20, 2025, Special Town Meeting Warrant.

• Recommendations for October 20, 2025, Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Dudley Housing Authority

The Dudley Housing Authority board approved a $1,000 quote to modify a bathtub for an ADA accommodation in Building 12, Unit 2A. The Executive Director will present the final draft of the 2026 Annual Plan to the public. The board noted one vacancy in Building 15, Unit 4B with an expected lease start of 11/1/2025. Routine items such as roll call, acceptance of September 9 minutes, and financial reviews were also addressed.

• Presentation of the final draft 2026 Annual Plan by Executive Director Jeremiah Blankenbaker
• Approval of $1,000 Tub Cutters quote to modify the bathtub in Building 12‑2A for ADA compliance
• Acknowledgment of one vacancy: Building 15‑4B, lease expected 11/1/2025
• Acceptance of minutes from the September 9, 2025 regular meeting
• Treasurer’s report and examination of vouchers, checks, and warrants

The board approved the September 9 minutes with a unanimous vote. It gave preliminary approval for a $1,000 quote to modify a bathtub in Building 12, Unit 2A to meet an ADA request. A public hearing was held on the 2026 Annual Plan, where attendees gave feedback on emergency and preventive maintenance processes. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted September 9 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 tub‑cut quote for ADA modification (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review September minutes and receive a Director's report. The meeting includes an Executive Session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation.

• Executive Session under MGL Chapter 30A section 21(a)(3) regarding collective bargaining or litigation
• Director's report on staffing, programs, equipment, and finances
• Crawford Corner update

The trustees accepted the September 9, 2025 Board and Executive Board meeting minutes. They approved a $1,750 contract to fill driveway cracks, voting 5‑1 in favor. The board also agreed to order a picnic table for the library patio. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted September 9, 2025 Board meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Accepted September 9, 2025 Executive Board meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Convene into Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining strategy (motion passed)
• Approved $1,750 driveway crack repair (vote 5‑1)
• Ordered a picnic table for the library patio (motion approved)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous vote)

Police Department

The South Worcester County Communications Center Board will review FY2025 year‑end budget and FY2026 budget transfers, including two specific transfers of $3,785.17 and $2,026.82. It will act on the resignation of Dispatch Supervisor Rebecca Prefontaine and her appointment as a per‑diem dispatcher. The board will also consider a $20,000 request to purchase and install a ductless A/C unit for the dispatch room and will review numerous existing and new policies.

• $3,785.17 transfer from Public Safety Dispatchers to Communications Center Director
• $2,026.82 transfer from Public Safety Dispatchers to Sick Leave Incentive
• Expend $20,000 from the reserve fund for a ductless A/C unit in the dispatch room
• Accept resignation of Dispatch Supervisor Rebecca Prefontaine effective August 30, 2025
• Confirm appointment of Rebecca Prefontaine as a per‑diem dispatcher effective August 31, 2025

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will vote on several real estate exemption applications and one road betterment payoff. The board will also consider a denial for a specific exemption application.

• Real estate exemptions for 5 Wysocki Dr Unit 45 ($400), 306 Mason Rd Ext ($500), 9 Wysocki Dr Unit 34 ($500), 9 Oxford Ave ($500), and 15 Lakeside Dr ($500)
• Denial of exemption application for Map 211 Lot 28
• Road betterment payoff of $10,463.61 for Map 107, Lot 53

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved five real‑estate tax exemptions for infirmity or elderly owners. It also unanimously denied an exemption request for Map 211, Lot 28. A motion to pay $10,463.61 for a road betterment on Map 107, Lot 53 passed with one member abstaining, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved $400 infirmity exemption for 5 Wysocki Dr, Unit 45 (unanimous)
• Approved $500 elderly exemption for 306 Mason Rd Ext (unanimous)
• Approved $500 infirmity exemption for 9 Wysocki Dr, Unit 34 (unanimous)
• Approved $500 infirmity exemption for 9 Oxford Ave (unanimous)
• Approved $500 infirmity exemption for 15 Lakeside Dr (unanimous)
• Denied exemption application for Map 211, Lot 28 (unanimous)
• Approved road betterment payoff of $10,463.61 for Map 107, Lot 53 (passed; one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:25 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Dudley Board of Assessors will vote on several financial items, including motor vehicle abatements and Chapter 61A rollback taxes. It will also approve a $58,652.31 motor vehicle excise commitment. The meeting includes a vote to hold an executive session to discuss tax abatement and exemption applications.

• Approve motor vehicle abatements for September totaling $4,585.87
• Approve Chapter 61A rollback taxes for Leonard Antos ($5,205.26) at 90 Marsh Rd, Map 201 Lot 12
• Approve motor vehicle excise commitment #5 in the amount of $58,652.31
• Approve Chapter 61A rollback taxes for Patricia Kelly ($4,395.75) at Durfee Rd, Map 220, Lot 2
• Vote to convene an executive session to discuss tax abatement and exemption applications

The board elected Conrad Allen as Chairman and David Durgin as Clerk. It approved the regular and executive board meeting minutes from August 8 and September 12, 2025. The board approved several tax abatements and rollback taxes, including a $4,585.87 motor‑vehicle abatement, a $5,205.26 rollback for Leonard Antos, a $4,395.75 rollback for Patricia Kelly, and a $58,652.31 motor‑vehicle levy for 2025. The next meeting was scheduled for November 14, 2025.

• Elected Conrad Allen as Chairman (passed)
• Elected David Durgin as Clerk (passed)
• Approved regular meeting minutes from August 8, 2025 (passed)
• Approved executive board meeting minutes from August 8, 2025 (passed)
• Approved motor vehicle abatements for September $4,585.87 (unanimous)
• Approved Chapter 61A rollback taxes for Leonard Antos $5,205.26 (passed)
• Approved motor vehicle levy 2025 commitment #5 $58,652.31 (passed)
• Scheduled next meeting for November 14, 2025 (decision)

Planning Board

The Dudley Planning Board will discuss the status of unfinished subdivision streets and review site plan inspections. The board will also consider an accessory dwelling unit bylaw and approve a consultant voucher for $174.20.

• Discussion on finishing subdivision streets (Pierpont, Country View, Lyons, Sophie's Way)
• Site plan inspections for Legacy Landing, SEP Solar, and the Landfill Solar Project
• Review of accessory dwelling unit bylaw
• Approval of consultant voucher: Gannett New England LocaliQ ($174.20)
• Discussion on surety release for Nichols College Townhomes

The Planning Board unanimously accepted the August 13 and September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion was made to approve a $174.20 payment to Gennett New England/LocaliQ for a Verizon Wireless cell‑phone tower public hearing notice. The Board set a placeholder meeting for October 22, 2025 and scheduled the regular meeting for November 12, 2025. Members agreed to send their comments on proposed zoning bylaws to the clerk.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (vote 3-0-0)
• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (vote 3-0-1)
• Motion to approve $174.20 payment to Gennett New England/LocaliQ (outcome not recorded)
• Set next meeting date: placeholder Oct 22, 2025 and regular Nov 12, 2025 (outcome not recorded)
• Members will send comments on proposed bylaws to the clerk (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to adjourn passed (vote 5-0-0)

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School Committee will vote on its 2025-2026 goals focused on fiscal responsibility and educational excellence. The meeting includes a budget update and discussions on fire substation and alarm replacements. The committee will also approve consent agenda items and field trip requests.

• Vote on 2025-2026 School Committee goals
• FY25-FY26 Budget Update
• Charlton Fire Substation Update
• Charlton Fire Alarm Replacement Update
• Showcase at Heritage Elementary School

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Stevens Mill project and review requests for determinations of applicability for two properties. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes and bills.

• Public Hearing: Stevens Mill Owner, LLC (8 and 10 Mill Street)
• Public Hearing: Amendment to Order of Conditions (Stevens Mill)
• Request for Determination of Applicability: Donaghy Developments Inc. (191 and 193 Oxford Avenue)
• Request for Determination of Applicability: Joyce Nierodzinski (16 Lakeview Ave)
• Approval of August 6, 2025 Minutes

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a public Q&A session regarding a waterline project on Eagle Drive to abate contaminated private wells. This presentation precedes a October 20th Special Town Meeting vote on a project loan. The board will also review license changes and committee appointments.

• Public presentation on Eagle Drive waterline project to abate contaminated wells
• Change of manager for Stateline Farms at 59 Schofield Avenue
• Change of location for Zoom Auto Sales and Services at 115 Schofield Ave
• Outdoor Entertainment Permit for Nichols College on October 22, 2025
• Approval of Dudley PTO Turkey Trot on November 27, 2025

Education

The Capital and School Safety Subcommittee will meet to discuss the district's Capital Plan and solar projects. The body will also receive updates on fire panels and discuss CMS bubblers.

• Fire panels update
• CMS bubblers discussion
• Capital Plan discussion
• Solar projects

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Advisory Commission will meet to review updates on an elementary school reading day and herbal workshops. The body will also establish its meeting schedule for 2025 and 2026.

• Agricultural Reading Day at the Elementary School update
• Herbal workshop update
• Scheduling of 2025 and 2026 meetings

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Dudley Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will meet on October 1, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as accepting prior meeting minutes and a budget review. The board will consider a vote on the timeframe for paying the Webster True Up Settlement and will receive an update on the Nichols and Town agreement regarding Tanyard Road. The meeting will also feature a superintendent report and public comments.

• Vote on timeframe to pay Webster True Up Settlement
• Status update on Nichols and Town agreement on Tanyard Rd
• Budget/Revenue Review
• Superintendent Report
• Public/Board Comments

The commission unanimously accepted the September 3, 2025 regular and executive‑session minutes, and also accepted the August 6, 2025 executive‑session minutes without releasing them. The board voted unanimously to pay the Webster true‑up amount in a single lump sum. The board reached a consensus to abate fines and fees owed by Nichols College. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to adjourn was seconded.

• Accepted September 3, 2025 regular minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted September 3, 2025 executive‑session minutes, not to release (unanimous)
• Accepted August 6, 2025 executive‑session minutes, not to release (unanimous)
• Approved lump‑sum payment to Webster for FY2025 true‑up (unanimous)
• Board agreed to abate Nichols College fines and fees (consensus, no vote recorded)
• Meeting adjourned after motion to adjourn

Police Department

The South Worcester County Communications Center Operations Board will discuss regionalization of the area towns. They will review the open Supervisor position, examine the current job description, and consider any recommended changes for the Board of Directors. The board will also address a full‑time vacancy.

• Discussion regarding regionalization of area towns
• Discuss open Supervisor’s position and review existing job description
• Recommend any changes to the job description to the Board of Directors
• Discuss full‑time vacancy

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee will vote to approve five future meeting dates. The committee will also discuss the previous meeting's research findings, review member research, consider assigning new research topics, and address member questions.

• Approve meeting dates: Oct 27, 2025; Nov 10, 2025; Nov 24, 2025; Dec 8, 2025; Dec 22, 2025
• Discussion of last meeting’s research findings
• Review of member research
• Assignment of research topics if necessary
• Addressing Committee member questions

Education

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee will meet to select a Chair and a Chair for the Policy Subcommittee. The body will also receive status updates on the FY2026 budget and the FY2024 audit.

• Selection of Subcommittee Chair
• Selection of Chair for Policy Subcommittee
• FY2026 Budget status update
• FY2024 Audit update

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and the Finance Advisory Committee will jointly review FAA recommendations for the town's supplemental budget and discuss the use of free cash. They will then vote on the Special Town Meeting warrant articles recommended by the FAA and the Board. The Board will also authorize the Town Administrator to make final legal edits to the warrant. An executive session will be held to discuss strategy for the police lieutenant collective bargaining contract.

• Review FAA recommendations for final supplemental budget amounts and use of free cash
• Vote on October 20, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant articles – FAA recommendations
• Vote on October 20, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant articles – Board of Selectmen recommendations
• Authorize Town Administrator to make final legal revisions to the Town Meeting Warrant
• Executive session to discuss strategy for police lieutenant collective bargaining contract

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and the Finance Advisory Committee will jointly review the FAA's recommendations for the final supplemental budget amounts and the use of free cash. They will then vote on the Special Town Meeting warrant articles recommended by the FAA and by the Board of Selectmen for the October 20, 2025 meeting. The Board will also authorize the Town Administrator to make final legal edits to the Town Meeting Warrant. An executive session will be held to discuss strategy for nonunion personnel negotiations, specifically the Police Lieutenant contract.

• Review FAA recommendations for final supplemental budget amounts and use of free cash
• Vote on October 20, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant articles recommended by the FAA
• Vote on October 20, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant articles recommended by the Board of Selectmen
• Authorize Town Administrator to make final legal edits to the Town Meeting Warrant
• Executive session to discuss strategy for nonunion personnel negotiations, including the Police Lieutenant contract

The Selectmen reviewed supplemental funding requests, including a $177,149.25 insurance increase and a $10,000 request for an independent health‑insurance broker. They also noted a grant increase tied to potential bridge engineering cost overruns and discussed depositing excess cash into the Stabilization Fund. No formal approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School Committee will vote on fiscal responsibility and educational excellence goals for the 2025-2026 school year. The agenda includes approving minutes, a warrant, and an out-of-state field trip. The committee will also hear a transportation update and the FY2024 audit presentation.

• Vote on Superintendent's 2025-2026 Goals
• Vote on School Committee's 2025-2026 Goals
• Approval of FY2024 Audit Presentation - CBIZ
• Approval of Out of State Field Trip to Narragansett, RI
• Request for paraprofessional position at CES

Recreation Commission

The Dudley Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the Spooktacular event. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 22, at 6:30 pm at the Dudley Municipal Complex.

• Spooktacular event discussion
• Meeting at Dudley Municipal Complex
• Public Business session

The Recreation Commission took over the costume contest for the Spooktacular and approved $10 gift cards for three contest categories. It also approved hiring musician Mike Leo at $165 per hour for two hours. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted Recreation Committee taking over costume contest (passed)
• Approved $10 gift cards, three total for costume contest (all in favor)
• Approved hiring musician Mike Leo at $165/hr for two hours (2 in favor, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Education

The DCRSD Curriculum Subcommittee for Teaching and Learning will meet to review previous minutes and address ongoing business. The body will discuss math leveling in middle school and the CTE middle school pathway.

• Competency Determination
• Math Leveling in Middle School
• CTE Middle School Pathway
• Professional Development Update

Education

The Capital and School Safety Subcommittee will review and approve the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive an update on fire panels and discuss the district’s capital plan. The committee will note that there is no new information on solar projects and will consider items for future agendas.

• Approve minutes from March 19, 2025
• Fire panels – update
• Capital plan – discussion
• Solar projects – no update
• Future agenda items

Education

The Dudley‑Charlton Regional School District Policy Review Subcommittee will meet on September 18, 2025. The committee will approve minutes from the August 15, 2025 meeting and consider agenda items such as updated district policies, vocational education (CTE), general community complaints, and an update to the School Committee Handbook. The meeting will also set the date for the next subcommittee session on October 2, 2025.

• Approve minutes from the August 15, 2025 meeting
• Discuss updated and new district policies
• Review CTE vocational education matters
• Consider general community complaints
• Update the School Committee Handbook

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee will approve the minutes from 7/21/25 and 8/18/25. It will then review member research, discuss how research topics are presented, consider a survey, and possibly assign new research topics. The meeting will also address any committee member questions.

• Approval of minutes from 7/21/25 and 8/18/25
• Review of member research
• Discussion on presentation of research topics
• Consideration of a survey on research topics
• Assignment of research topics if necessary

Board of Assessors

The Dudley Board of Assessors will vote to approve two real‑estate tax exemptions: one for 3 Wysocki Dr Unit 12 (infirmity) with a $500 exemption, and another for 16 Hickory Dr (100% veteran) with a $1,000 exemption. The board will also vote to deny an exemption application for Map 1‑19, Lot 81 due to income‑requirement issues. After these items, the meeting will be adjourned.

• Approve exemption for 3 Wysocki Dr Unit 12 (Infirmity) – $500
• Approve exemption for 16 Hickory Dr (Veteran 100%) – $1,000
• Deny exemption for Map 1‑19, Lot 81 (over income requirements)

The Board approved exemptions for 3 Wysocki Dr Unit 12 (Infirmity) and 16 Hickory Dr (Veteran 100%). The Board denied the exemption application for Map 119, Lot 81 because it did not meet income requirements. The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 a.m. with a unanimous vote.

• Approved exemption $500 for 3 Wysocki Dr Unit 12 CL18 (Infirmity) – motion passed
• Approved exemption $1,000 for 16 Hickory Dr CL22E (Veteran 100%) – motion passed
• Denied exemption application for Map 119, Lot 81 – motion passed
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 a.m. – unanimous

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will vote to approve three real estate tax exemption applications and deny one application due to income requirements.

• Vote to approve $500 exemption for 3 Wysocki Dr Unit 12
• Vote to approve $1,000 exemption for 16 Hickory Dr
• Vote to deny exemption for Map 1 Lot 81

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will vote on several items, including approval of motor vehicle abatements totaling $4,355.97 and a rollback tax of $5,205.26 for 90 Marsh Road. They will also approve the regular and executive board meeting minutes from August 8, 2025, and set the date for the next meeting on October 10, 2025. Additionally, the board will move into an executive session to discuss tax abatement and exemption applications.

• Approve motor vehicle abatements for August totaling $4,355.97.
• Approve rollback taxes for 90 Marsh Rd amounting to $5,205.26.
• Approve regular meeting minutes from August 8, 2025.
• Approve executive board meeting minutes from August 8, 2025.
• Vote to convene an executive session to discuss tax abatement and exemption applications.

The Board approved motor vehicle abatements for August totaling $4,355.97. Votes on roll‑back taxes for 90 Marsh Road and the Board’s re‑organization were tabled until October. The regular and executive meeting minutes from August 8 were also tabled, and the next meeting was set for October 10, 2025. A motion to move into executive session was adopted.

• Approved motor vehicle abatements $4,355.97 (motion passed)
• Tabled vote on roll‑back taxes $5,205.26 for 90 Marsh Road until October
• Tabled re‑organizing of the Board until October meeting
• Tabled regular meeting minutes from August 8 until October
• Tabled executive board meeting minutes from August 8 until October
• Set next Board meeting for October 10, 2025
• Moved to executive session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A §21(a)(7) (2 ayes: Jo‑Ann Szymczak, Chairman Allen)

Planning Board

The Dudley Planning Board will approve the minutes from July 9 and August 13, 2025. It will review an Accessory Use Request submitted by Samantha Costello for 50 Center Rd. The board will discuss the status of unfinished subdivision streets in Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, and Sophie’s Way, and will consider inspections related to several site plans. The meeting will also include approval of consultant vouchers and setting the next meeting date.

• Approve minutes for 07/09/2025 & 08/13/2025
• ANR – Samantha Costello, 50 Center Rd.
• Discuss completion of subdivision streets: Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, Sophie’s Way
• Inspect site plans: Legacy Landing/Country Club Acres, SEP Solar, Stevens Mill, Solar Project at the Landfill, Dudley Housing Authority
• Approve consultant vouchers / payment of bills

The board unanimously approved waivers requested for the ANR at 50 Center Road, allowing the property to obtain full ownership of the driveway land. The minutes from July 9, 2025 were approved unanimously, while the minutes from August 13, 2025 were not approved because the motion was not seconded. The board voted to continue allowing public comment at meetings and set the next regular meeting for October 8, 2025, leaving a September 24 date open for possible ANR business. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved waivers for 50 Center Rd. ANR (3-0-0)
• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (3-0-0)
• Did not approve August 13, 2025 minutes (motion not seconded)
• Continued public comment policy (no vote recorded)
• Set next meeting for October 8, 2025, with Sept 24 open (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School Committee will meet to discuss goals for the Superintendent and the Committee for the 2025-2026 period. The body will also consider an update to School Committee Policy JRA-R and a donation for SHRHS Athletics. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Acceptance of a donation for SHRHS Athletics
• Discussion of Superintendent's 2025-2026 goals
• Discussion of School Committee's 2025-2026 goals
• Update to School Committee Policy JRA-R
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation

Education

The Dudley‑Charlton Regional School Committee meeting will approve routine items, accept a donation for SHRHS Athletics, and discuss the superintendent's and committee's 2025‑2026 goals. A policy update (JRA‑R) and an executive session on collective‑bargaining strategy are also on the agenda.

• Acceptance of a donation for SHRHS Athletics
• Discussion of Superintendent Steven Lamarche's 2025‑2026 goals
• Discussion of the School Committee’s 2025‑2026 goals
• Update to School Committee Policy JRA‑R
• Executive session to discuss collective‑bargaining strategy

Dudley Housing Authority

The Dudley Housing Authority will review a budget revision to cover capital improvement projects and extraordinary maintenance expenses. The board will also discuss the status of the Residential Retrofit Program, which aims to install broadband internet at Joshua Place Apartments.

• Review of 2025 FY Budget revision for $34,700 in expenses
• Review of CIP project 080054 at Joshua Place
• Discussion of Residential Retrofit Program for broadband installation
• Public hearing scheduled for Oct 14 for the 2026 Annual Plan
• 1 vacancy noted at Building 15, Unit 4B

The Dudley Housing Authority Board approved the minutes from the August 12 meeting. It then approved a revision to the 2025 fiscal year budget, adding $13,000 for capital‑improvement fees, $4,500 for the FY 2024 audit, and $17,200 for extraordinary maintenance. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous motion.

• Accepted August 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 FY budget revision with added line items (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board will approve the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting and then move into an executive session to discuss strategy related to collective bargaining or litigation. A Director’s Report will cover staffing, programs, equipment, and the FY25 and FY26 budgets. The agenda also includes updates to the Out of State Lending Policy, a review of the November 12 meeting date change, and a Crawford Corner Subcommittee update.

• Approve August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Executive session on collective bargaining or litigation strategy
• Director’s report on staffing, programs, equipment, FY25/FY26 budget
• Out of State Lending Policy update
• Revisit November 12 meeting date change

The trustees accepted the August 12 minutes with a corrected cost of $4,150. They moved the meeting into an executive session under MGL Chapter 30A and later reconvened. The board unanimously voted to charge a $35 annual fee to out‑of‑state library users beginning Jan 1 2026. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved amended August 12 minutes (cost corrected to $4,150) – unanimous
• Moved to executive session under MGL Chapter 30A §21(a)(3) – unanimous
• Approved $35 fee for out‑of‑state lenders effective Jan 1 2026 – unanimous
• Adjourned the meeting – unanimous

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider a parking waiver for Nichols College and a right of first refusal for 2.77 acres on Durfee Road. The board will also vote on the dates to open and close the warrant for an October 20, 2025, Special Town Meeting.

• Vote on Right of First Refusal for 2.77 acres of land on Durfee Road (Parcel 220-002)
• Parking waiver for Nichols College on west side of Center Road for October 25
• Opening of Special Town Meeting Warrant from September 9 to September 19
• Requests for Spooktacular (Oct 23) and Tree Lighting (Dec 4) events at Town Hall
• Executive session regarding Advanced Flower Capital v. DMA Holdings litigation

Agricultural Commission

The Dudley Agricultural Advisory Commission will convene at the Municipal Complex to review and approve minutes from its June meeting, receive an update on Agricultural Reading Day at the elementary school, and discuss upcoming fall and winter seminar plans. The group will also address commission funding and any remaining old business before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from June 2025 meeting
• Agricultural Reading Day update at Dudley Elementary School
• Fall & Winter seminar planning
• Commission funding discussion

The Agricultural Advisory Commission approved the June meeting minutes by unanimous vote. Members assigned Katie Rozenas‑Hanson to follow up with Jen at Mason Road about books and reading day, and Linda Lorkiewicz will print bookplate stickers once a date is confirmed. Chrissy Leo was scheduled to present a herb workshop at the Dudley Library on October 18. A future agricultural event for September 2026 was discussed but no decision was made.

• Accepted June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Assigned Katie Rozenas‑Hanson to follow up with Jen at Mason Road regarding books and reading day
• Linda Lorkiewicz to print bookplate stickers once a firm date is set
• Scheduled Chrissy Leo herb workshop at Dudley Library for Oct 18

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will meet to review budget and revenue and receive updates on sewer projects. The board is scheduled to discuss October Town Meeting Warrant articles, specifically regarding PFAS settlement monies.

• October Town Meeting Warrant Articles regarding PFAS settlement monies
• Informational update from CMRPC regarding Oxford Ave
• Sewer update from Tighe and Bond
• Webster True Up Settlement
• Budget and revenue review

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intention for properties at 8 and 10 Mill Street and 0 West Main Street. The body will also review a Request for Determination of Applicability for 191 and 193 Oxford Avenue.

• Public Hearing: Notice of Intention for 8 and 10 Mill Street & 0 West Main Street (Stevens Mill Owner, LLC)
• Request for Determination of Applicability for 191 and 193 Oxford Avenue (Donaghy Developments Inc.)
• Payment of $500 invoice to Matt Marro for site evaluations on 8/14/2025

Recreation Commission

The Dudley Recreation Commission will meet to discuss upcoming events including the Spooktacular event, new activities funded by grants, and planning for a ribbon cutting. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions listed.

• Spooktacular event planning
• New activities with grant funding
• Ribbon cutting event planning

Board of Health

The Dudley Board of Health will review a PFAS release involving West Dudley Hydro Bros LLC. Members will also discuss modifying local well regulations to include PFAS testing for new wells.

• West Dudley Hydro Bros LLC PFAS Release (Tracking #2-0051244)
• Proposed modification to local well regulations for PFAS testing
• Neighbor concerns regarding RJ’s Autobody
• Discussion on revised Bodyworks Regulations
• Health Agent interviews

Government Study Committee

The Dudley Government Study Committee will meet to review research conducted by its members, discuss potential presentation topics including a survey, and assign further research topics if needed. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled.

Planning Board

The Dudley Planning Board will meet on August 13, 2025, to discuss unfinished subdivision streets, site plan inspections, and a request to reduce a surety amount for Sophie’s Way. The board will also review consultant invoices and set the next meeting date.

• ANR application for Virginia DiDonato at 10 Jesse Road
• Water runoff discussion for John and Diane Bilis at 37 Sawmill Road
• Sophie’s Way LLC requests reduction of surety amount
• Status update on subdivision streets: Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, Sophie’s Way
• Consultant invoices: Gannett New England LocaliQ ($174.20), Graves Engineering Inc. ($207.50)

The Planning Board approved an ANR for Virginia Dido... (10 JesserD) unanimously (5-0-0). It also voted to cut Sawmill Road LLC's surety insurance from $63,000 to $4,000, passing with a 2-1-1 vote after the chair’s vote was excluded. Several consultant vouchers were approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:33 p.m.

• Approved ANR for Virginia Dido... (10 JesserD) (5-0-0)
• Reduced Sawmill Road LLC insurance from $63,000 to $4,000 (2-1-1, chair vote excluded)
• Approved consultant voucher for new clerk Barry Cutter (5-0-0)
• Approved voucher for Gannett New England LocalIQ $174.20 (5-0-0)
• Approved voucher for Graves Engineering $207.50 (5-0-0)
• Approved voucher for Isotope Wireless for Diamond Communications Cell Review $5,000 (5-0-0)

Dudley Housing Authority

The Dudley Housing Authority will vote on board leadership positions and review the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan. The board will also approve final payments for completed construction projects and address audit findings.

• Vote on Board Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Treasurer
• Approve 2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Approve final payments for Crawford House projects
• Approve final payments for Building 15 water damage repairs
• Address audit findings regarding payroll and tenant files

The Dudley Housing Authority Board approved several items unanimously, including the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan and final completion certificates for multiple capital projects. Board officer positions were also confirmed. An admin fee disbursement of $2,000 for the second quarter of 2025 was approved.

• Approved Board officer positions: Chair Donald Cristina, Vice Chair Daniel Jachimczyk, Treasurer Thomas Placzek (unanimous)
• Approved final completion and payment for Project #080059 Roll‑in Shower Unit A & B Crawford (unanimous)
• Approved final completion and payment for Project #080057 Flooring Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved final completion and payment for Project #080060 Water Damage in Building 15 Units 1B & 3B (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved kitchen cabinet quote for Building 15 Unit 4B at $2,361.78 per unit (unanimous via email)
• Approved Updated Personal Policy (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 admin fee disbursement for Q2 2025 (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Pearl L. Crawford Memorial Library Board of Trustees will review the out-of-state lending policy and receive a Crawford Corner subcommittee update. The board will also review staffing, facilities, and budget updates for FY25 and FY26.

• Out of State Lending Policy
• FY25 and FY26 Budget updates
• Crawford Corner Subcommittee Update
• Staffing, equipment, and facility updates

The trustees accepted the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes and the amended July 8 executive board minutes. They voted unanimously to hire Graves Engineering to assess the parking lot for the Crawford Corner property. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Accepted amended July 8, 2025 executive board minutes (motion passed)
• Approved hiring Graves Engineering for parking lot assessment (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Selectmen

The Dudley Board of Selectmen will vote on approving an inter-municipal agreement with Blackstone to share a town planner. They will also set the date for a Special Town Meeting on October 20, 2025. Additionally, the board will discuss health insurance rate increases and review responses to Open Meeting Law complaints.

• Approve draft IMA with Blackstone for shared Town Planner ($ amount not specified)
• Vote to approve Special Town Meeting date: Monday, October 20, 2025 @ 7:00pm
• Publicly discuss next steps on health insurance rate increases (HCGIT report)
• Review Town Counsel’s responses to Open Meeting Law complaints
• Accept resignation of Jennifer Cournoyer from Recreation Commission

The Selectmen accepted the resignation of Recreation Commission member Jennifer Cournoyer (4‑0). They voted to direct the Town Administrator to solicit an independent health‑insurance consultant (4‑0). The Board set the Special Town Meeting for Monday, October 20, 2025, with a carry‑over date of October 21, 2025 (4‑0). They also approved the draft Intermunicipal Agreement with Blackstone for a shared Town Planner and gave the Town Administrator authority to oversee it (4‑0).

• Accepted resignation of Recreation Commission member Jennifer Cournoyer (4‑0)
• Directed Town Administrator to solicit independent health‑insurance consultant (4‑0)
• Approved Special Town Meeting date: Oct 20, 2025, with carry‑over Oct 21, 2025 (4‑0)
• Approved draft IMA with Blackstone for shared Town Planner and admin oversight authority (4‑0)
• Approved minutes from 7/28/25 (4‑0)
• Approved release of executive session minutes from 8/19/24, 9/23/24, 12/30/24 (3‑0‑1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Approved ground‑breaking schedule for playground on Aug 13, 2025 (not a vote but announced)

Board of Assessors

The Dudley Board of Assessors will vote on approving or denying real estate tax exemptions for several properties. The board will also vote to adjourn the meeting.

• Approve exemptions: 148 Corbin Rd ($500, Blind), 241 Dresser Hill Rd ($1,000, Veteran 100%), 308 Dudley Oxford Rd ($1,000, Veteran 100%), Sayles Way ($1,000, Veteran 100%), 31 Raymond St ($1,000, Veteran 100%), 18 Oxford Ave ($500, Elderly)
• Deny exemptions: Map 101 Lot 54 (asset requirements), Map 115 Lot 100 (income requirements)
• Vote to adjourn

The Board of Assessors approved real‑estate tax exemptions for eight properties, including blind, veteran and elderly exemptions. It denied two exemption applications that failed asset or income requirements. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved exemptions for 148 Corbin Rd (Blind $500) and seven other properties – motion passed
• Denied exemption applications for Map 101 Lot 54 (asset requirement) and Map 115 Lot 100 (income requirement) – motion passed
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous vote

Board of Assessors

The Dudley Board of Assessors met to conduct routine business including approving meeting minutes, tax adjustments, and scheduling the next meeting. No new business or old business was discussed. The board also entered an executive session to discuss tax abatement applications.

• Approve July 2025 meeting minutes (Jo-Ann abstained)
• Approve motor vehicle abatements for July: $4,584.81
• Approve rollback taxes for 90 Marsh Rd: $5,205.26 (Conrad abstained)
• Approve motor vehicle levy 2025 commitment #4: $77,741.34
• Schedule next meeting for September 12, 2025

The Board approved the July motor vehicle abatements ($4,584.81), the 2025 motor vehicle levy commitment #4 ($77,741.34), and real estate supplemental bills ($3,985.31). It also approved the regular meeting minutes from July 11, 2025, and set the next meeting for September 12, 2025. The rollback tax for 90 Marsh Road ($5,205.26) was tabled, and the Board moved into an executive session for tax‑abatement discussions.

• Approved July motor vehicle abatements – $4,584.81
• Approved motor vehicle levy 2025 commitment #4 – $77,741.34
• Approved real estate supplemental bills – $3,985.31
• Approved regular meeting minutes from July 11, 2025
• Set next Board meeting for September 12, 2025
• Approved convening into executive session for tax‑abatement matters
• Tabled rollback taxes for 90 Marsh Road – $5,205.26

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will address a complaint and a special permit request related to chickens. The board will also review minutes from July meetings.

• Complaint on chickens at 34 Henry Marsh Road
• Public hearing for a special permit for chickens at 21 Intervale Road

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will meet to discuss a formal agreement with Nichols regarding Tanyard Rd pumping. The board will also review the budget, revenue, and updates to the shut off policy.

• Formal agreement with Nichols for Tanyard Rd Pumping
• Updates to the shut off policy
• Budget and revenue review
• Discussion regarding a dump truck
• Webster True Up and Mill Street Hydrant old business

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to conduct an executive session. The meeting is scheduled to conclude without reconvening in open session.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for all town bargaining units
• Executive session for attorney-client privilege matters

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intention for properties at 8 and 10 Mill Street and 0 West Main Street. The board will also review a certificate of compliance and a tree removal request.

• Public Hearing: Notice of Intention for 8 and 10 Mill Street & 0 West Main Street (Stevens Mill Owner, LLC)
• Certificate of Compliance for 74 Flaxfield Road (Michelle Hayes)
• Tree Removal request for 22 Lakeview Avenue (Abe Lempicki)

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee will meet to review current research findings and assign remaining research topics. The session includes a period for committee member questions.

• Review of research findings by Brian LaBrec and other members
• Assignment of research topics

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review two requests for parking waivers on Center Road for Nichols College. The board will also consider a one-day liquor license for a food truck event.

• One Day Wine/Malt License for Dogfather Vending, LLC at 121 Center Road on October 25, 2025
• Parking waiver for Nichols College on west side of Center Road from August 12 to August 24
• Parking waiver for Nichols College on west side of Center Road on September 27

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss scheduling for the Spooktacular Parade and Tree Lighting. The body will also review upcoming yard sale and bike rodeo events and receive an update on playground construction.

• Review of Yard Sale and Bike Rodeo events
• Booking dates for Spooktacular Parade
• Booking dates for Tree Lighting
• Update on Playground Construction

The Recreation Commission unanimously accepted the June 18 meeting minutes. It approved the Spooktacular event for October 23 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and the Tree Lighting ceremony for December 4 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted June 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Spooktacular event on Oct 23, 5‑6:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Tree Lighting event on Dec 4, 6‑7:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing regarding a special permit request for a residence. The applicant seeks to use the entire home at 55A Mason Road for a childcare business.

• Public hearing for special permit: 55A Mason Road childcare business
• Approval of May 1, 2025 and June 5, 2025 meeting minutes

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee will review its official charges and materials from other towns with similar committees. Members will assign research topics and address committee questions.

• Review of memo with charges
• Review of towns with existing or completed Government Study Committees
• Assignment of research topics

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding Notices of Intention for three specific sites. The body will also consider payment of annual membership dues.

• Public hearing: Dresser Hill Rd., Map 209/Lot 006 (Clear Water Environmental, LLC/Holden French)
• Public hearing: 37 Lawrence Road (Ralph Khirallah)
• Public hearing: 8 and 10 Mill Street & 0 West Main Street (Stevens Mill Owner, LLC)
• MACC Membership Dues for FY26: $475.00

The Dudley Conservation Commission closed the public hearings and unanimously adopted Order of Conditions for the Dresser Hill Road (DEP #146-0814) and 37 Lawrence Road (DEP #146-0815) projects. It also approved FY26 MACC membership dues of $475, accepted the June 4, 2025 minutes, and adjourned the meeting.

• Closed public hearing for Dresser Hill Road (4-0-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Dresser Hill Road (DEP #146-0814) (4-0-0)
• Closed public hearing for 37 Lawrence Road (4-0-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 37 Lawrence Road (DEP #146-0815) with high‑water‑mark caveats (4-0-0)
• Postponed hearing for 8 & 10 Mill Street and 0 West Main Street to Aug 6, 2025
• Accepted June 4, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved FY26 MACC membership dues of $475 (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Board of Health

The Dudley Board of Health will conduct a public meeting on July 15, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in Town Hall Meeting Room 321. The agenda includes board reorganization, standard operating procedures review, and updates on health agent positions, AED equipment, and regulations. No substantive decisions are listed.

The Board of Health voted 3‑yes to 2‑no to accept the new inspection software and allow the budget to run in the red. The board also changed its regular meeting start time to 6:00 PM on the third Tuesday of each month by unanimous vote. In the same meeting, Roberta Johnson was elected Chair, Thomas Kampe Vice Chair, and Sandy Lieteau Clerk, each by unanimous consent. The minutes for the May 20 and June 10, 2025 meetings were approved with 3 ayes and 2 abstentions.

• Approved inspection software, allowing budget deficit (3‑yes, 2‑no)
• Changed BOH meeting start time to 6:00 PM, third Tuesday (unanimous)
• Elected Roberta Johnson as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Thomas Kampe as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Sandy Lieteau as Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved May 20 and June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (3 ayes, 2 abstain)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing regarding a utility pole petition on West Dudley Road. Members will also discuss placing a bylaw amendment on the October Special Town Meeting warrant to change the board's official name.

• Public hearing for National Grid and Verizon pole relocation on West Dudley Road
• Proposed bylaw amendment to replace 'Board of Selectmen' with 'Select Board'
• Appointment of Edward Hart as Animal Control Officer
• Reappointment of Janice Brady to the Council on Aging
• Vote on renewing Town Administrator authority to file SSO Grant applications

The Select Board unanimously approved placing a warrant article for the October Special Town Meeting to change the terminology in the town’s General and Zoning Bylaws. Other actions included appointing a new Police Chief, reappointing a council member, approving a utility pole petition, and authorizing year‑end financial transfers. All votes were unanimous except the Nichols College PILOT discussion, which passed 3‑2.

• Approved amendment to bylaws to replace “Selectmen” with “Select Board” (unanimous consent)
• Approved appointment of Police Chief Edward Hart (unanimous, 5‑0)
• Reappointed Janice Brady to Council on Aging (unanimous, 5‑0)
• Approved Pole Petition No. 31072054 for West Dudley Road (unanimous, 5‑0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to renew grant‑application delegation (motion passed)
• Approved year‑end transfers to Town Accountant/Assistant TA (unanimous, 5‑0)
• Assigned Mr. Starczewski to coordinate FY26 goals for Town Administrator (unanimous, 4‑0)
• Motion to invite Nichols College to discuss PILOT, not send draft letter (passed 3‑2)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will vote on preliminary real estate and personal property tax bills for FY2026. The body will also consider specific property assessment revisions and land liens.

• FY2026 preliminary real estate tax bills totaling $8,672,242.52
• FY2026 preliminary personal property tax bills totaling $226,084.67
• June motor vehicle abatements totaling $6,282.09
• FY2025 revised assessment for 24 Oxford Ave in the amount of $2,170.02
• Chapter 61A Liens for 75 Marsh Road and 3 parcels on Robert Vinton Road

The Board re‑appointed Lisa Berg as Principal Assessor and Kathy Sandstrom as Assessor Clerk. It approved the June 2025 meeting minutes, motor‑vehicle abatements, FY2026 preliminary real‑estate and personal‑property tax bills, and a revised assessment for 24 Oxford Ave. The Board also approved several 61A liens, including one for 20‑25 French Road.

• Re‑appointed Lisa Berg as Principal Assessor (Passed)
• Re‑appointed Kathy Sandstrom as Assessor Clerk (Passed)
• Approved June 13, 2025 meeting minutes (Passed)
• Approved motor vehicle abatements for June $6,282.09 (Passed)
• Approved FY2026 preliminary real estate tax bills $8,672,242.52 (Passed)
• Approved FY2026 preliminary personal property tax bills $226,084.67 (Passed)
• Approved FY2025 revised assessment for 24 Oxford Ave $2,170.02 (Passed)
• Approved 61A lien for 20‑25 French Road (Passed)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two special permit requests. The board will determine if these specific land uses are permitted at the requested addresses.

• Public hearing for a special permit to operate a childcare business at 55A Mason Road
• Public hearing for a special permit for chickens at 21 Intervale Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding a wireless service facility. The board will also discuss water runoff at 37 Sawmill Road and the status of several unaccepted subdivision streets.

• Public hearing continuation for wireless facility at 2 Carroll Drive (Diamond Communications, LLC and Verizon Wireless)
• Water runoff discussion for 37 Sawmill Road
• Status report on unaccepted streets: Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, and Sophie’s Way
• Site plan inspections for Legacy Landing, SEP Solar, Stevens Mill, Landfill Solar Project, and Dudley Housing Authority
• Payment of $73.50 invoice to Stonebridge Press

Library Board of Trustees

The Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library Board of Trustees will meet to reorganize the board and review director reports. The meeting includes a discussion on FY25 and FY26 budgets and an executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Board of Trustees Reorganization
• FY25 and FY26 Budget updates
• Executive Session on collective bargaining or litigation strategy
• Staffing, programs, and facility updates

The trustees approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting and from the May 13 and June 10, 2025 executive board meetings, all unanimously. They moved into an executive session under MGL Chapter 30A to discuss collective‑bargaining strategy, also unanimously. The board then reorganized, electing Kate Horne as Chairman, Ben Craver as Vice‑Chairman, and Jean Tilly as Secretary. They agreed to hold the November 12, 2025 trustees meeting at 6:00 p.m. instead of 6:15 p.m.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 10, 2025 executive board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 13, 2025 executive board minutes (unanimous)
• Constituted executive session to discuss collective‑bargaining (unanimous)
• Elected Kate Horne Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Ben Craver Vice‑Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Jean Tilly Secretary (unanimous)
• Set November 12, 2025 meeting time to 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Dudley Housing Authority

The Board will vote on leadership positions and introduce a new member. Members will review updates on several capital improvement projects and discuss formalizing administrative fee distribution in the personnel policy.

• Proposed $5,800 change order to replace the walkway to the street at Joshua Place
• Quote of $45,000 for ADA compliance upgrades to Community Building entry ways
• Status updates on roll-in showers and flooring replacement at Crawford
• Status update on water damage repairs in Building 15 Units 1B and 3B
• Proposal to formalize Mod/CIP project administrative fee processes in Personnel Policy

The Dudley Housing Authority board unanimously approved Change Order #3 to replace the walkway in front of buildings 6 and 9 on Project #080054 at a cost of $7,600. It also unanimously approved a no‑cost Change Order #1 for Project #080057 to extend the contract end date to July 25. The June 10 2025 meeting minutes were accepted unanimously, and the election of board commissioner positions was postponed to the August 2025 meeting due to absences. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Change Order #3 for Project #080054 to replace walkway (cost $7,600) – unanimous
• Approved Change Order #1 for Project #080057 to extend contract to July 25 – unanimous
• Accepted June 10 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
• Postponed board elections for commissioner positions to August 2025 meeting
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will reorganize its leadership following the June 16th local election. The board will vote on several committee appointments and the hiring of two full-time police officers. A decision is pending regarding the Right of First Refusal for 21 acres of land at 90 Marsh Road.

• Right of First Refusal vote for 21 acres at 90 Marsh Road
• Appointment of two full-time Police Officers
• Reorganization of Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk
• Appointment of member and alternate to South Worcester County Communications Center Board of Directors
• Appointment of one member to the Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Board reorganized after the June 16 election, appointing Jana Deschenes as Chair, Jason Johnson as Vice Chair, and Christopher Starczewski as Clerk. It accepted the resignation of Randy Becker from the Government Study Committee and made several unanimous appointments, including two full‑time police officers. After discussion, the Board voted 3‑2 to waive the town's right of first refusal on 21 acres at 90 Marsh Road.

• Chair appointment: Jana Deschenes elected (5‑0 unanimous)
• Vice Chair appointment: Jason Johnson elected (5‑0 unanimous)
• Clerk appointment: Christopher Starczewski elected (5‑0 unanimous)
• Resignation accepted: Randy Becker from Government Study Committee (5‑0 unanimous)
• Appointment: Robin Frkal to full member of Government Study Committee (5‑0 unanimous)
• Appointment: Steven Sullivan to South Worcester County Communications Center Board (5‑0 unanimous)
• Appointment: Two full‑time police officers, Scott Crevier and Jeff Forcier (5‑0 unanimous)
• Waiver of right of first refusal for 21 acres at 90 Marsh Road (3‑2 passed)

Government Study Committee

The Government Study Committee is meeting to establish its leadership and operational structure. Members will review materials and assign specific research topics for the committee's work.

• Appointment of a Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk
• Discussion of Open Meeting Law
• Assignment of research topics
• Scheduling of future meetings

The Dudley Government Study Committee unanimously appointed Keith Gajewski as Chairman, Paul Konieczny as Vice‑Chairman, and Cheryl Lieteau as Clerk. The committee also unanimously approved five future meeting dates for 2025. No other substantive policy actions were decided at this meeting.

• Appointed Keith Gajewski as Chairman (unanimous vote)
• Appointed Paul Konieczny as Vice‑Chairman (unanimous vote)
• Appointed Cheryl Lieteau as Clerk (unanimous vote)
• Approved meeting dates: July 21, Aug 4, Aug 18, Sep 15, Sep 29 2025 (unanimous vote)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to conduct a reorganization of the board and review an Act No. 40R (ANR) filing. The meeting includes a review of a proposal for French Road involving Joseph and Jean Seraphin.

• Planning Board reorganization
• ANR: French Road/Joseph and Jean Seraphin

The board tabled the planning board reorganization item until July 9, 2025. The board unanimously waived the 5h profile requirement for the proposed access to 20 French Road. The board then unanimously approved the ANR plan for 20 French Road, including the waiver. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:18 p.m.

• Tabled planning board reorganization until July 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Waived 5h profile requirement for 20 French Road (4-0-0)
• Approved ANR plan for 20 French Road with waivers (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will reorganize its leadership following the June 16th election. The body will also consider a wide range of committee appointments, utility pole relocations, and year-end budget transfers.

• Public hearing for National Grid and Verizon to relocate a pole on West Dudley Road
• Vote to waive Right of First Refusal for 21 acres at 90 Marsh Road
• Vote to approve an updated Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Vote on year-end budget transfers
• Request to declare openings for patrolman vacancies

The Board approved a motion to waive its right of first refusal on the 90‑acre parcel at 90 Marsh Road. It also accepted minutes from three prior meetings, postponed a utility‑pole relocation petition, and confirmed numerous appointments and reappointments, including a Master Plan Steering Committee member and several inspectors and commission members. The waiver decision was recorded without a vote tally; other actions passed unanimously or with noted abstentions.

• Waived Right of First Refusal on 90 Marsh Road property (vote not recorded)
• Accepted minutes of April 28, May 5, and June 2, 2025 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Postponed petition to relocate utility poles on West Dudley Road (2‑2, hearing reposted July 14)
• Appointed Scott Zajkowski to Master Plan Steering Committee (unanimous 4‑0)
• Appointed Mark Bartel as Burial Agent (3‑0‑1, Steven Sullivan abstaining)
• Appointed Jay Spahl as Plumbing, Gas and Fuel Inspector (unanimous 4‑0)
• Appointed Bill Lepage to Conservation Commission (unanimous 4‑0)
• Appointed Maureen Chickering to Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous 4‑0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission is meeting to reorganize roles and review the timeline for a playground project. The body will also discuss planning for a yard sale and a bike rodeo.

• Playground timeline review
• Planning for groundbreaking or ribbon cutting events
• Yard sale planning
• Bike rodeo and pizza donations

Board of Assessors

The Dudley Board of Assessors approved the regular and executive board meeting minutes from May 9, 2025. They also approved several financial motions, including motor vehicle abatements of $2,566.57, a motor vehicle commitment of $122,852.72, road betterment payoffs of $21,017.68, an omitted assessment of $21,771.58, and the FY2025 revised assessment of $1,517.85. The board scheduled the next meeting for July 11, 2025 and adjourned the session.

• Approved regular and executive board minutes (May 9, 2025) – unanimous
• Approved motor vehicle abatements $2,566.57 – unanimous
• Approved motor vehicle commitment #3 $122,852.72 – unanimous
• Approved road betterment payoffs $21,017.68 – unanimous
• Approved omitted assessment $21,771.58 – unanimous
• Approved FY2025 revised assessment $1,517.85 – unanimous
• Set next meeting for July 11, 2025 – unanimous
• Adjourned the public meeting – unanimous

Planning Board

The Dudley Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding the ANR Checklist subdivision procedures and a wireless service facility. The board will also discuss the status of unaccepted subdivision streets and site plan inspections.

• Public hearing for Personal Wireless Service Facility at 2 Carroll Drive (Diamond Communications, LLC and Verizon Wireless)
• Public hearing for amendments to Section II (A) regarding the ANR Checklist for subdivision plans
• Status report on unaccepted streets: Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, and Sophie’s Way
• Site plan inspections for Legacy Landing, SEP Solar (Oxford Avenue), Stevens Mill, Landfill Solar Project, and Dudley Housing Authority
• Payment of consultant vouchers including a $308.70 invoice from Stonebridge Press

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting. It also approved a minor amendment to the Sophie’s Way subdivision to add riprap protection on a slope. The Board voted to adopt the proposed changes to the ANR checklist. No final decision was made on the personal wireless service facility at 2 Carroll Drive.

• Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved minor amendment to Sophie’s Way subdivision (3-1-0)
• Approved amendments to the ANR checklist (4-1-0)
• Agreed to place appointment of a new alternate member on the July 9, 2025 agenda

Dudley Housing Authority

The Dudley Housing Authority meets to review ongoing capital improvement projects, approve a $1,151.81 write-off for a former resident, and address compliance issues from its 2024 performance review. The board also discusses forming a long-term strategic plan to address local housing needs.

• CIP project 080059: Approve $2,000 admin fee disbursement and Charge Order #2 for wall stud repairs in Crawford units
• Write-off former resident balance: Christopher R. Reich, $1,151.81
• ADA compliance upgrades to Community Building entryways: Approve lowest qualified proposal under $10K threshold
• FYE 2024 LHA Performance Management Review: Address corrective actions on tenant accounts receivable and board member training
• Discuss long-term strategic plan to address increased housing needs in Dudley

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review the FY25 and FY26 budgets and receive a director's report on staffing and facilities. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation strategy
• FY25 and FY26 budget updates
• Staffing, programs, and facility updates
• Approval of May 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Establishment of the FY26 meeting schedule

The trustees approved the May 13 minutes. They moved the open meeting into Executive Session to discuss collective‑bargaining matters, then reconvened the open session. The FY 2026 board meeting originally set for November 11, 2025 was changed to November 12, 2025. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed, one abstention)
• Adjourned open meeting and entered Executive Session (unanimous approval)
• Re‑adjourned Executive Session and resumed open meeting (unanimous approval)
• Changed FY 2026 board meeting date from Nov 11 2025 to Nov 12 2025 (all agreed)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to conduct executive sessions. These sessions include discussions regarding litigation and personnel matters.

• Executive session regarding Ramco Litigation; Hannon
• Executive session regarding personnel discipline, dismissal, or complaints

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission will review updates on the Elementary School Agricultural Reading Day and participation in the Strawberry Festival. The body will also evaluate the Dudley Grows Together event at Walnut Lane Farm and discuss commission funding.

• Agricultural Reading Day at the Elementary School update
• Strawberry Festival participation
• Dudley Grows Together event at Walnut Lane Farm
• Commission funding

The Agricultural Advisory Commission accepted the May meeting minutes. It postponed the Reading Day at Mason Road until 2026. It approved booking Christine Leo for fall and winter workshops at the library, with Saturdays preferred. All motions passed unanimously.

• Accepted May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Reading Day at Mason Road to 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved booking Christine Leo for fall and winter library workshops (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding property disputes and development requests. The board will consider a building permit appeal and variances for a proposed cell tower.

• Public hearing for 2 Carroll Drive regarding a 60 ft monopole height variance
• Public hearing for 2 Carroll Drive regarding a 115 ft property line variance
• Continuation of public hearing for 7 Deary Lane regarding a building permit appeal

The board voted unanimously to deny the claim related to the 7 Deary Lane continuation. It approved a 115‑foot variance to the setback requirements for the 2 Carrol Drive tower. The board also approved motions to reopen the public hearing and to continue it on July 1 at 7:00 PM. The meeting was adjourned after these actions.

• Denied 7 Deary Lane claim (unanimous)
• Approved 115' variance for 2 Carrol Drive setback (unanimous)
• Approved reopening of public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of public hearing to July 1, 7:00 PM (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will meet to determine the applicability of regulations for a project at 2 Klondike Road. The body will also consider a transfer of funds between internal accounts.

• Determination of Applicability for 2 Klondike Road (Susan Etheredge)
• Proposed transfer of $3,000 from Conservation Filing Fees Account to Wetland Fees Account

The commission voted unanimously (4-0-0) to issue a negative determination for Susan Etheredge’s proposed deck at 2 Klondike Road. It also unanimously approved transferring $3,000 from the Conservation Filing Fees Account to the Wetland Fees Account. The April 23, 2025 minutes were accepted and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved negative determination for 2 Klondike Road deck (4-0-0)
• Approved transfer of $3,000 to Wetland Fees Account (4-0-0)
• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes as presented (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider appointments for the Master Plan and Government Study committees. The board is also voting on the June 16, 2025, Annual Town Election warrant and the Town Administrator's FY 25 performance appraisal.

• Authorization of $12,000 from Clarinda Wood Fund for Public Health Services (March 1-June 30, 2025)
• Vote to approve Election Warrant for June 16, 2025 Annual Town Election
• Toll booth request for Blessed Backpack Brigade at 3 West Main Street on August 30, 2025
• Blood drive request for Dudley Woman’s Club at Town Hall Parking Lot on September 28, 2025
• Appointments for Master Plan Steering Committee and Government Study Committee

The Board of Selectmen approved the Election Warrant for the Annual Town Election on June 16, 2025 with a 4-0-1 vote. They also approved several appointments, event permits, and the FY26 meeting schedule, all by unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. The minutes for the May 19, 2025 meeting were accepted unanimously.

• Approved minutes for 5/19/2025 (5-0 unanimous)
• Appointed Olivia Antonson, Mark Landry, Jana Deschenes, Richard Clark to Master Plan Steering Committee (5-0 unanimous)
• Appointed Randy Becker, Keith Gajewski, Paul Konieczny, Brian LaBrec, Richard LaFond, Cheryl Lieteau, Rich Mathieu to Government Study Committee (4-1-0)
• Appointed Hannah Ferris and Robin Frkal as alternates to Government Study Committee (4-1-0)
• Approved Toll Booth Request for Blessed Backpack Brigade on Aug 30, 2025 (5-0 unanimous)
• Approved Blood Drive request for Dudley Women’s Club on Sep 28, 2025 (5-0 unanimous)
• Approved FY26 meeting schedule (5-0 unanimous)
• Approved Election Warrant for Annual Town Election June 16, 2025 (4-0-1)

Board of Health

The Dudley Board of Health will convene a public meeting on May 20, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in Town Hall Room 321. The board will review and approve the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. New topics include the introduction of a new animal inspector, a blood drive discussion, and a Pet Fest discussion. Members will also address issues for future agendas.

• Approval of April 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Introduction of new animal inspector
• Discussion on blood drive
• Discussion on Pet Fest event
• Member issues for next meeting agenda

The Dudley Board of Health unanimously accepted the minutes from the April 15 meeting. A motion to host a blood drive on June 24 in the bottom lot was approved unanimously. The proposal to introduce a new Animal Inspector was tabled. The board then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled introduction of new Animal Inspector (no vote recorded)
• Approved blood drive on June 24 at bottom lot, 11:30‑5 PM (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and conduct public business. The board may vote or take action regarding the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.

• Annual Town Meeting Warrant action

The Board unanimously agreed to table approval of the meeting minutes to the next meeting. A motion to present the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as presented, with a deferral to the appropriate boards, passed 5-0. The Board also voted 5-0 to adjourn into a Special Town Meeting. A hold was placed on Article 3 pending further review.

• Table approval of minutes to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approve presentation of Annual Town Meeting Warrant with deferral (5-0)
• Adjourn into Special Town Meeting (5-0)
• Hold placed on Article 3

Planning Board

The Dudley Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the ANR Checklist for subdivision plans and a wireless service facility at 2 Carroll Drive. The board will also discuss the status of unaccepted subdivision streets and site plan inspections.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Section III (A) Procedure for the Subdivision & Approval of Plans (ANR Checklist)
• Public hearing for Personal Wireless Service Facility at 2 Carroll Drive (Diamond Communications, LLC and Celico Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless)
• Status report on unaccepted subdivision streets: Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, and Sophie's Way
• Site plan inspections for Legacy Landing, SEP Solar, Stevens Mill, Landfill Solar Project, and Dudley Housing Authority
• Payment of consultant vouchers: Stonebridge Press ($73.50) and Graves Engineering ($693.11)

The Planning Board unanimously approved the minutes from April 9, 2025. It postponed the public hearing for the Personal Wireless Service Facility to June 11, 2025. The Board also approved a $693.11 invoice from Graves Engineering for Lyons Estates preparation and cancelled the May 28 meeting, setting the next meeting for June 11, 2025. The interim planner’s term was extended through mid‑June.

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous 4-0-0)
• Postponed Personal Wireless Service Facility public hearing to June 11, 2025
• Approved Graves Engineering invoice #39871 for $693.11 (unanimous 4-0-0)
• Cancelled May 28, 2025 meeting; next meeting set for June 11, 2025
• Extended Interim Planner Tapper’s service through mid‑June
• Directed Clerk Finn to request a written update from Legacy Landing developer
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous 4-0-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will hear the Director's Report covering staffing, equipment, programs, and a financial update on the FY25 and FY26 budgets. Subcommittees will report on action plan goals and the Crawford Corner initiative. The board will then enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Director's report includes staffing, equipment, programs, and financial update for FY25 and FY26 budgets
• Subcommittee reports on Action Plan Goals and Objectives and Crawford Corner
• Executive session under MGL Chapter 30A section 21(a)(3) for collective bargaining or litigation strategy

The board accepted the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. It created two sub‑committees—one to develop Director Nicole Messier’s goals and another for Crawford Corner. The trustees recessed into an executive session unanimously to discuss collective‑bargaining strategy. An additional full‑time library position for FY26 was not approved.

• Accepted April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed, Craver abstained)
• Created sub‑committee to set Director Messier’s objectives (board agreement)
• Created sub‑committee for Crawford Corner (board agreement)
• Recessed into executive session to discuss bargaining strategy (unanimous)
• Did not approve additional full‑time library position for FY26

Dudley Housing Authority

The Dudley Housing Authority will decide on repairs for water damage in Building 15 and approve a $4,500 audit contract. It will also review updates on active capital improvement projects and discuss procurement changes for building materials.

• Approve $44,000 bid by Zander Corp for water damage repairs in Building 15 Units 1B & 3B
• Approve $4,500 contract with Gary DePace, CPA PC for FY 2024 AUP Audit
• Vote to remove former board members from bank accounts and add Jeremiah Blankenbaker as signatory
• Authorize procurement of building materials at auction for maintenance projects
• Review updates on CIP projects including Joshua Place water infiltration and Crawford flooring replacement

The Dudley Housing Authority Board approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting unanimously. The Board also approved Change Order #1 for Project #080059 to install Symmons Visu‑Temp temperature regulators at a cost of $687, and approved Zander Corp's $44,000 bid for Project #080060 to repair water damage in Building 15. All approvals were passed unanimously.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Project #080059 – install temperature regulators ($687) (unanimous)
• Approved Zander Corp bid for Project #080060 – water damage repairs ($44,000) (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Dudley Board of Assessors will meet on May 9, 2025, to vote on several routine financial matters. These include approving motor vehicle excise tax abatements totaling $7,990.32, transferring $125,000 from overlay surplus to free cash, and approving boat excise abatements and road betterment payoffs. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and adjourn into executive session to discuss tax abatement applications.

• Vote to approve $125,000 overlay surplus transfer to free cash, leaving ~$71,000 in surplus
• Vote to approve motor vehicle excise tax abatements for April: $7,990.32
• Vote to approve boat excise abatements totaling $340.50 (levies 2022–2024)
• Vote to approve three road betterment payoffs on Map 104, Lot 1: $10,025 principal + $424.32 interest each
• Vote to approve minutes from February 14, March 21, and April 11, 2025

The Dudley Board of Assessors approved several financial motions, including releasing $125,000 from the overlay surplus and authorizing motor vehicle excise tax abatements of $7,990.32. They also approved boat excise abatements, road betterment payoffs, and set the next meeting for June 13, 2025. The board moved into Executive Session and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved release of $125,000 from overlay surplus (unanimous)
• Approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for April totaling $7,990.32 (unanimous)
• Approved boat excise abatements for 2024 ($202.50), 2023 ($98.00), 2022 ($40.00) (unanimous)
• Approved road betterment payoffs for Map 104 Lots 1, 2, 4 ($10,025 principal + $424.32 interest each) (unanimous)
• Approved holding next meeting on June 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of public meeting at 8:09 a.m. (unanimous)
• Approved convening into Executive Session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A §21(a)(7) (unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting minutes from February 14, 2025 (passed)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will select alternative playground equipment and review the project timeline. They will also discuss upcoming events including a yard sale and a bike rodeo, and set future meeting dates for the remainder of 2025.

• Choose alternative playground equipment
• Review playground timeline
• Discuss Yard Sale event
• Discuss Bike Rodeo event
• Set future meeting dates (June 2, June 30, July 28, etc.)

The Recreation Commission accepted the meeting minutes with a 2‑1 vote. It approved selecting the CT splash equipment for the playground, changed the equipment model from WW Mogul to Sidewinder, and kept the color scheme as recommended by Mike. The committee also approved the scheduled dates for upcoming recreation events and adjourned the meeting.

• Accepted minutes (2-1 vote)
• Approved CT splash equipment for playground (unanimous)
• Changed equipment from WW Mogul to Sidewinder (unanimous)
• Kept equipment colors per Mike's recommendation (unanimous)
• Accepted calendar dates for recreation events (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board will discuss and possibly vote on acquiring temporary interests in land by eminent domain along Eagle Drive, Fairview Avenue, and Joseph Street for water supply testing. They will also consider a request from the Board of Selectmen to waive connection/meter/permit fees for the proposed Eagle Drive Water Main Project. Other actions include authorizing the re-bid of an old dump truck and reviewing the Town Meeting Warrant and the draft Sewer Asset Management plan.

• Authorization to put old dump truck back out for bid
• Acquisition of temporary interests in land by eminent domain within portions of Eagle Drive, Fairview Avenue, and Joseph Street for water supply testing
• Request from Board of Selectmen to waive connection/meter/permit fees for proposed Eagle Drive Water Main Project
• Review and Comment on Draft Sewer Asset Management
• Review Town Meeting Warrant and Discussion

The Commissioners adopted a one‑year temporary easement for portions of Eagle Drive, Fairview Ave and Joseph Street with zero damages, voting unanimously. They also authorized the old dump truck to be rebid with a $15,000 reserve, approved a 5% salary increase for the Administrative Assistant for FY2026, and adjourned the meeting with a 4‑0 vote. All other motions were passed unanimously.

• Adopted one-year temporary easement for Eagle Drive, Fairview Ave and Joseph Street with zero damages (unanimous)
• Authorized rebidding of old dump truck with $15,000 reserve (unanimous)
• Approved 5% raise for Administrative Assistant for FY2026 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss real‑property values (roll‑call: all five members aye)
• Accepted minutes from April 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from April 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 4‑0, Tom absent)
• Tabled request to waive connection/permit fees pending written request (no vote)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the FY 2021 Community Development Block Grant. The board will also consider a request to hold a blood drive at the Town Hall parking lot on June 24, 2025.

• Public hearing on CMRPC proposed amendment to FY 2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• Request for blood drive at Town Hall Parking Lot on June 24, 2025
• Harper’s Payroll implementation update

The Selectmen unanimously approved permission for a blood drive in the Town Hall parking lot on June 24, 2025. The Board also unanimously accepted the Town Administrator’s report. Approval of the meeting minutes was deferred to the next meeting, and the session was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved permission for blood drive at Town Hall parking lot on June 24, 2025 (5-0)
• Accepted Town Administrator’s report (5-0)
• Deferred approval of meeting minutes to next meeting
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Dudley Agricultural Advisory Commission will consider approving minutes from March and April, and receive updates on postponed Agricultural Reading Day, the Dudley Grows Together event, and Strawberry Festival participation. Old business includes discussion of grant funding for the commission.

• Approve minutes from March & April meetings
• Agricultural Reading Day at Elementary School (postponed from 4/18)
• Dudley Grows Together update at Walnut Lane Farm
• Strawberry Festival participation update
• Commission funding grant discussion

Linda Lorkiewicz and Krisanne Koebke moved to accept the March and April meeting minutes. The motion was approved unanimously by the Agricultural Advisory Commission. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Accepted March and April meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal regarding the decision and issuance of a building permit for 7 Deary Lane. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and general business.

• Public hearing on appeal of building permit for 7 Deary Lane

The board unanimously voted to continue the public hearing on 7 Deary Lane until the town council provides answers to jurisdiction questions. It also unanimously approved the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes as written. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Continue 7 Deary Lane hearing pending town council response (unanimous)
• Approve April 3, 2025 minutes as written (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School District Policy Review Subcommittee will meet to consider updates to two specific policies. The group will also identify future agenda items regarding the School Committee Handbook and a policy reconciliation project.

• Update to GCG - Substitute Teachers policy
• Update to KE — General Complaints from the Community policy
• Discussion of draft School Committee Handbook
• Discussion of Charting the Course Policy
• Discussion of Policy Reconciliation Project

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to select alternative playground equipment and review the project timeline. The body will also discuss plans for a yard sale and a bike rodeo.

• Selection of alternative playground equipment
• Review of playground timeline
• Planning for Yard Sale
• Planning for Bike Rodeo

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and Finance Advisory Committee will hold a joint meeting to review the FY26 budget and draft warrant articles. The board will vote on recommended actions for the May 19, 2025, Annual Town Meeting Warrant. A public meeting regarding a water main extension is also scheduled.

• Public meeting on Water Main Extension Project at Eagle Drive / Fairview Avenue
• FY26 budget actions by FAA and BOS
• Vote to approve posting of May 19, 2025, Annual Town Meeting Warrant
• Appointment of Edward Hart as Animal Control Inspector through 6/30/2026
• Harper’s Payroll implementation update

The Selectmen appointed Edward Hart as Animal Control Inspector (3‑0). They approved the FY26 budget with a bottom‑line amount of $29,788,576.00, accepted multiple budget articles, and authorized a $349,284.51 loan for Eagle Drive remediation. They also deferred several articles to the Water/Sewer Commission, sent two articles to the October Special Town Meeting, and approved posting of the May 19, 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant.

• Appointed Edward Hart as Animal Control Inspector (3‑0 unanimous)
• Approved FY26 budget Article 3 amount $29,788,576.00 (5‑0 unanimous)
• Accepted Articles 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, and 8 as written (unanimous votes)
• Authorized borrowing $349,284.51 for Eagle Drive remediation (Article 7, 5‑0 unanimous)
• Deferred Articles 9, 10, and 11 to the Water/Sewer Commission (5‑0 unanimous)
• Passed Articles 12 and 13 to the October Special Town Meeting (5‑0 unanimous)
• Approved posting of the May 19, 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant (3‑0 unanimous)
• Approved FY26 budget Article 6 police contract as written (5‑0 unanimous)

Education

The Policy Review Subcommittee will meet to discuss feedback on several new and updated policies, including graduation requirements and student records. They will also consider updates to substitute teacher policies and community complaint procedures. Future agenda items include a School Committee Handbook draft and a policy reconciliation project.

• Review feedback for new IKF Graduation Requirements policy
• Review feedback for new JRA and JRA/R Student Records policies
• Consider update to GCG Substitute Teachers policy
• Consider update to KE General Complaints from the Community policy

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School Committee will discuss and potentially vote on several long-range plans, including the 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2025-2030 Technology Plan. They will also consider new policies on graduation requirements and student records, and accept a donation for SHRHS athletics and cheer. Consent agenda items include approval of a warrant, minutes, and an out-of-state field trip to Putnam, CT.

• Discussion of DCRSD 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of DCRSD 2025-2030 Technology Plan
• New policies IKF (Graduation Requirements) and JRA/JRA-R (Student Records)
• Acceptance of a donation for SHRHS Athletics and Cheer
• Approval of out-of-state field trip to Putnam, CT (DMS)

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Notices of Intent (NOI) for work affecting wetlands at 5 Cottage Road and 6 Michael Lane. A Certificate of Compliance is also requested for the Cottage Road property. The commission will discuss environmental consultant comments and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Notice of Intent at 5 Cottage Road (Sheryl Dubois, DEP # not yet issued)
• Public hearing for Notice of Intent at 6 Michael Lane (Roger Puzo, DEP #146-0812)
• Certificate of Compliance request for 5 Cottage Road (Sheryl Dubois, DEP #146-0712)
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025

The Conservation Commission voted to issue a Standard Order of Conditions for the well project at 5 Cottage Road (DEP #146-0813). The motion passed unanimously with one abstention (5-0-1). The commission also approved a Certificate of Compliance for the completed work at the same address and a Standard Order of Conditions for a pool and shed project at 6 Michael Lane.

• Approved Certificate of Compliance for 5 Cottage Road, DEP #146-0712 (6-0-0)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for 5 Cottage Road, DEP #146-0813 (5-0-1)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for 6 Michael Lane, DEP #146-0812 (6-0-0)

Board of Health

The Dudley Board of Health will hold a meeting to approve minutes, introduce Interim Health Agent Thomas Purcell, and receive updates on RJ's Autobody and the Public Health Nurse. New business includes an Earth Day reminder. The agenda is largely procedural with no anticipated votes on new policies or fees.

• Approval of minutes (February 12 executive session amendment, March 18 regular)
• Introduction of Interim Health Agent Thomas Purcell
• RJ's Autobody Update
• Public Health Nurse Update
• Earth Day Reminder

The board unanimously approved the February 12 executive‑session minutes amendment and the March 18 minutes. It voted unanimously to require RJ's Autobody to cease all spray‑painting of full‑size vehicles and parts until DEP and fire‑department permits are obtained, allowing a 14‑day permit period. The board also unanimously approved using the Clarinda Wood Fund to support a public health nurse. An Earth Day cleanup was announced for Saturday at the transfer station.

• Amend executive‑session minutes (Feb 12) – passed unanimously
• Approve March 18 minutes – passed unanimously
• Motion to cease RJ's spray‑painting operations until permits obtained – passed unanimously
• Use Clarinda Wood Fund to fund public health nurse – passed unanimously
• Schedule site visit with new business applicant – set for Thursday at 1:00 PM

Board of Selectmen

This joint meeting of the Board of Selectmen and the Finance, Appropriation, and Advisory Committee will review updated revenue and expense numbers for the FY26 budget and may take action. The board will also vote on accepting Capital Improvement Plan additions and approve an overlay release letter for the Board of Assessors. Appointments and reappointments are scheduled, including Doug Macedo to the Finance Committee and Stephen Rogerson as Veterans' Service Officer.

• FY26 Budget review and possible action by BOS/FAA
• Vote to accept Capital Improvement Plan additions from CIPC
• Vote to approve overlay release letter for Board of Assessors
• Appointment of Doug Macedo to Finance, Appropriation, and Advisory Committee (term to 6/30/2028)
• Reappointment of Stephen Rogerson as Veterans' Service Officer (term to 4/30/2026)

The Board of Selectmen approved the FY26 budget of $29,919,334 with a unanimous vote. They also accepted Capital Improvement Plan additions for a police cruiser, fire cruiser, and Eagle Drive waterline, and released $125,000 of surplus overlay funds to the FY26 budget. Appointments of Doug Macedo to the Finance, Appropriation, and Advisory Committee and the reappointment of Stephen Rogerson as Veterans’ Service Officer were confirmed, and the Board moved into executive session.

• Approved FY26 budget $29,919,334 (4-0)
• Accepted Capital Improvement Plan additions: police cruiser, fire cruiser, Eagle Drive waterline (4-0)
• Released $125,000 surplus overlay to FY26 budget (4-0)
• Appointed Doug Macedo to Finance, Appropriation, and Advisory Committee (term to 6/30/2028) (4-0)
• Reappointed Stephen Rogerson as Veterans’ Service Officer (term to 4/30/2026) (4-0)
• Moved into executive session for personnel strategy discussions (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will vote to approve motor vehicle excise tax abatements totaling $10,593.54 for February. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings, sign vouchers, and set the next meeting for May 9, 2025. The board will then enter executive session to discuss applications for tax abatements and exemptions under state law.

• Vote to approve motor vehicle excise tax abatements for February, $10,593.54
• Vote to approve meeting minutes from February 14, 2024 and March 21, 2025
• Sign various vouchers
• Convene into executive session for tax abatement/exemption applications
• Next meeting set for May 9, 2025

The board approved the March 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for March totaling $10,593.54. The board voted to release $125,000 of overlay surplus for the FY 2026 budget. The next meeting was scheduled for May 9, 2025.

• Approved March 21, 2025 meeting minutes (passed)
• Approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for March $10,593.54 (passed)
• Approved release of $125,000 overlay surplus for FY 2026 budget (passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:13 a.m. (passed)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to vote on the approval of three specific tax exemption applications. The meeting is scheduled for April 11, 2025.

• Exemption application for Map 120 Lot 31 Clause 37A ($500)
• Exemption application for Map 116 Map 112 Clause 22 ($400)
• Exemption application for Map 229 Lot 100 Clause 22 ($400)

The Board of Assessors approved exemptions for three parcels: Map 120 Lot 31 Clause 37A ($500), Map 116 Lot 112 Clause 22 ($400), and Map 229 Lot 100 Clause 22 ($400). The board discussed a request from the owner of 31‑35 Fairview Avenue to lower his assessment and instructed the principal assessor to contact the owner and arrange an inspection. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved $500 exemption for Map 120 Lot 31 Clause 37A
• Approved $400 exemption for Map 116 Lot 112 Clause 22
• Approved $400 exemption for Map 229 Lot 100 Clause 22
• Adjourned meeting

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will hold a public hearing on possible rate increases. They will also consider accepting meeting minutes from March 19 and March 27, review correspondence from Tighe and Bond, and receive a Primary Distribution Operator update. A budget/revenue review is also scheduled.

• Public Hearing – Possible Rate Increases
• Accept minutes of March 19 and March 27, 2025
• Tighe and Bond Correspondence
• Budget/Revenue Review
• Primary Distribution Operator update

Planning Board

The Dudley Planning Board will hear a pre-application for a personal wireless service facility at 2 Carroll Drive, receive an update on Lyons Estates, and consider a time extension for Dudley Estates. The board will also discuss a proposed backyard chicken bylaw and review the status of uncompleted subdivision streets including Pierpont, Country View, Lyons, and Sophie's Way. Site plan inspections for Legacy Landing, SEP Solar, and other projects are on the agenda.

• Pre-application meeting for Personal Wireless Service Facility at 2 Carroll Drive
• Lyons Estates update by Thomas Revane of Revane Builders
• Dudley Estates extension request
• Discussion on proposed backyard chicken bylaw
• Status report on uncompleted subdivision streets: Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates (Eisenhower Drive), Lyons Estates, Sophie's Way

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from March 12, 2025. It recorded no objections to the applicant moving forward with the proposed personal wireless communications tower at 2 Carroll Drive and scheduled a public hearing for the application on May 14, 2025. The Board also voted to return to two meetings per month and to remove several items from the ANR checklist, with a public hearing on the revised checklist set for May 14, 2025. The Master Plan was not advanced at this meeting.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Recorded no issues with wireless tower applicant proceeding (5-0-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for wireless tower application on May 14, 2025
• Decided not to move forward with the Master Plan
• Approved motion to hold two Planning Board meetings per month (4-0-0)
• Approved removal of specified items from the ANR checklist (4-0-0)
• Scheduled public hearing to amend ANR checklist on May 14, 2025

Dudley Housing Authority

The Dudley Housing Authority will consider approving a contract with Encore Fire Protection for fire monitoring and inspection at $2,960 over three years, replacing current vendor Johnson Controls. The board will also discuss rekeying locks at Joshua Place due to a potential master key compromise, and review updates on capital projects including water infiltration and flooring replacements.

• Encore Fire Protection recommended for fire monitoring contract at $2,960 for three years (current Johnson Controls cost is $3,700)
• Rekeying locks at Joshua Place requested after possible master key compromise
• Joshua Place Water Infiltration (project 080054) work to resume second week of April
• Roll-in Shower Unit A & B Crawford (project 080059) contract signed, pre-con meeting scheduled April 8
• Flooring Replacement at Crawford (project 080057) additional budget awarded, awaiting contract

The Dudley Housing Authority Board approved a three‑year fire‑protection contract with Encore Fire Protection costing $2,960 and voted to rekey the Joshua Plaza locks using a $6,700 quote from Lock‑Out Locksmith. The board also renewed the Executive Director’s authority to approve contracts with EOHLC and voted to keep the Hometown Bank CD accounts on their existing terms. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Encore Fire Protection contract ($2,960 for three years) – unanimous
• Approved Lock‑Out Locksmith quote ($6,700) to rekey Joshua Plaza locks – unanimous
• Renewed Executive Director’s authorization to approve contracts with EOHLC – unanimous
• Approved maintaining Hometown Bank CD accounts at current terms – unanimous
• Approved minutes of the March 11, 2025 meeting – unanimous
• Approved change of fire‑monitoring contractor to Encore Fire Protection – unanimous

Library Board of Trustees

The Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library Board of Trustees will review the library director's contract and discuss the potential closing of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and its repercussions for public libraries. The board will also hear the director's report including updates on staffing, equipment, programs, and the FY25 and FY26 budgets.

• Library Director Contract discussion
• DOGE closing of IMLS and repercussions to public libraries
• Director's report with FY25/FY26 budget financial update
• Review/approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staffing and equipment/facility updates

Library Board of Trustees

The board will discuss the reported closure of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and its impact on public libraries, consider a new contract for the library director, and receive updates on staffing, equipment, programs, and the FY25/FY26 budgets. They will also approve minutes from the March 11 meeting.

• Discussion of DOGE closing of IMLS and repercussions to public libraries
• Library Director Contract
• Director’s report on staffing, equipment, programs, and financial update (FY25/FY26 budget)
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 11, 2025

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and FAA will hold a joint meeting to discuss FY26 budget requests and capital project recommendations. The board will also consider several parking waivers and a cemetery lot change.

• FY26 Budget Requests including DCRSD assessment and CIPC capital project recommendations
• Parking waiver for Nichols College move out (April 23 to May 3, 2025)
• Parking waiver for Dudley Grange #163 Strawberry Festival (June 19, 2025)
• Parking waiver for The Black Tavern Craft Fair and Apple Festival (October 4, 2025)
• Vote to convert a Waldron Cemetery access road into two double grave lots

The Board accepted the March minutes and approved a one‑day outdoor entertainment license for Nichols College. It granted four parking waivers for Nichols College move‑out, the Dudley Grange Strawberry Festival, the Black Tavern Craft Fair & Apple Festival, and approved a town‑wide yard sale. The Board also approved converting a cemetery access road into two double grave lots and authorized Jana Deschenes to lead the Harpers payroll project.

• Approved One Day Outdoor Orchestra/Entertainment License for Nichols College (3-2)
• Approved parking waiver for Nichols College move‑out, Apr 23–May 3 (4-1)
• Approved parking waiver for Dudley Grange Strawberry Festival, Jun 19 (5-0)
• Approved parking waiver for Black Tavern Craft Fair & Apple Festival, Oct 4 (5-0)
• Approved permission for town‑wide yard sale, Jun 21 (5-0)
• Approved conversion of cemetery access road to two double grave lots (5-0)
• Authorized Jana Deschenes to spearhead Harpers Payroll project (4-0-1)
• Accepted Town Administrator’s report (5-0)

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will consider reorganizing and vote on adding several items to the Capital Improvement Plan, including a police cruiser annually for five years (FY26-FY30), a fire cruiser in FY26, a water line replacement on Eagle Drive, and a senior center renovation. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear citizen comments.

• Reorganization of the Committee
• Police cruiser – 1 each year for 5 years, FY26 to FY30
• Fire cruiser – 1 in FY26
• Water line – Eagle Drive Neighborhood (Jeff Faulkner/Tighe & Bond)
• Senior Center Renovation (Deb Johnson/TA)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The agenda for the April 3, 2025 meeting of the Dudley Zoning Board of Appeals consists solely of a reference to an uploaded PDF file. No specific decisions, hearings, or discussion items are listed in the provided text. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM at Dudley Town Hall.

The board voted unanimously to make Wesley Pettit the Vice Chairman. The public hearing was closed unanimously, and the March 6, 2025 minutes were approved with one abstention. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Closed public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (1 abstain)
• Appointed Wesley Pettit as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Agricultural Commission

The Dudley Agricultural Advisory Commission will meet to welcome a new member, Jake Cardosa from Farmer Tim’s. Updates will be given on Agricultural Reading Day at the elementary school and the Dudley Grows Together event at Walnut Lane Farm. The commission will also discuss participation in the Strawberry Festival and review funding options from grants and the town budget.

• Welcome new member Jake Cardosa
• Update on Agricultural Reading Day at elementary school
• Update on Dudley Grows Together at Walnut Lane Farm
• Discussion on Strawberry Festival participation
• Review of commission funding from grants and town budget

The Agricultural Advisory Commission welcomed new member Jake and will update its letterhead to add him. The commission approved ordering 50 strawberry plants from Norse Farms using commission funds for the upcoming Strawberry Festival. Members were assigned follow‑up tasks, including contacting the principal about Ag Reading Day, sending DCLT contacts and a press release, and providing chicken information. The meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

• Approved welcoming new member Jake (accepted)
• Approved updating letterhead to add new member Jake
• Approved ordering 50 strawberry plants from Norse Farms (funded by commission)
• Assigned Linda to contact Principal J Desto about Ag Reading Day
• Assigned Lanette to send DCLT contacts, Google map, and press release
• Assigned Lanette to contact Gretel Anspach regarding speaker fees
• Assigned Linda to send chicken information spreadsheet to members

Agricultural Commission

The commission will review updates on Agricultural Reading Day and the Dudley Grows Together program. Members will also discuss participation in the Strawberry Festival and available support from the MDAR. The body is reviewing commission funding via grants and the town budget.

• Agricultural Reading Day at the Elementary School
• Dudley Grows Together at Walnut Lane Farm
• Strawberry Festival participation
• MDAR Agricultural Commission support
• Commission funding via grants and town budget line item

The Agricultural Advisory Commission assigned several follow‑up tasks, including updating the letterhead to add new member Jake. Linda will contact the principal about the upcoming Agricultural Reading Day, and Lanette will distribute contacts, a map, and a press release for the Dudley Grows Together event. Jake will purchase 50 strawberry plants for the Strawberry Festival using commission funds, and the Grange will reserve a festival spot. Additional items such as chicken information and speaker arrangements were also delegated.

• Update letterhead and commission items to add new member Jake
• Linda to contact Principal J Desto about Agricultural Reading Day on 4/18
• Lanette to send DCLT contacts, Google map, and last year's press release for Dudley Grows Together
• Jake to order 50 strawberry plants from Norse Farms using commission funds
• Grange to reserve a spot for the commission at the Strawberry Festival
• Lanette to contact Gretel Anspach regarding speaker fees and topics
• Linda to send spreadsheet with chicken information to commission members

Education

The School Council will review progress on 2024-2025 goals and develop goals for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting includes updates on teaching, learning, and the FY26 budget.

• Development of 2025-2026 School Improvement Plan goals
• FY26 Budget Update
• Review of 2024-2025 goal progress
• Teaching and learning updates from Mr. Elwell

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a Certificate of Compliance. The body will also review a field change and receive comments from an environmental consultant.

• Public Hearing for Certificate of Compliance: 13 Stebbins Drive/NE Power Co. (DEP #146-0806)
• Field Change: 40 Lakeview Avenue/Thao Vo (DEP #146-0797)
• Environmental Consultant comments

The Conservation Commission voted unanimously to issue a Certificate of Compliance for 13 Stebbins Drive (DEP #146-0806). It also unanimously approved the requested field change for 40 Lakeview Avenue (DEP #146-0797). The March 12, 2025 minutes were accepted, and the meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved Certificate of Compliance for 13 Stebbins Drive, DEP #146-0806 (4-0-0)
• Approved field change request for 40 Lakeview Avenue, DEP #146-0797 (4-0-0)
• Accepted March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will open the meeting with the pledge and then discuss an update and correction to the FY2026 budget. No other substantive items are listed. The meeting is largely procedural.

• FY2026 Budget – update and correction (no dollar amounts specified)

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The commissioners reviewed the FY2026 water and sewer budgets, made adjustments to safety, electrical, and salary line items, and then voted to accept the budgets as amended. The motion to accept the amended budgets passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adjusted safety line items to $10,000 each for water and sewer budgets
• Reduced sewer electrical line item to $25,000
• Returned differential line items to original amounts and added 5% to non‑union personnel salaries in both budgets
• Accepted FY2026 water and sewer budgets as amended (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous vote)

Recreation Commission

The Dudley Recreation Commission will review and vote on playground equipment and discuss logistics for a future yard sale. The meeting includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public business items.

• Review and approve playground equipment
• Discuss yard sale logistics
• Accept minutes from February 25 meeting

Education

The Dudley Elementary School Council is meeting for a workshop on the School Improvement Plan after an overview of council goals. No votes or financial decisions are on the agenda; it is a planning session.

• School Council Overview and Goals discussion
• School Improvement Plan Workshop

Board of Assessors

The board approved three financial items: motor vehicle excise tax abatements for February totaling $7,759.60, the FY2025 motor vehicle commitment #2 for $232,251.30, and FY2025 supplemental bills for $10,202.69. The February 14, 2025 meeting minutes were tabled because two assessors were absent. The board then adjourned the public meeting at 8:17 a.m. and entered an executive session to discuss tax abatement applications. The next meeting was scheduled for April 11, 2025.

• Approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for February ($7,759.60) – passed
• Approved FY2025 motor vehicle commitment #2 ($232,251.30) – passed
• Approved FY2025 supplemental bills ($10,202.69) – passed
• Tabled February 14, 2025 meeting minutes – no vote
• Adjourned public meeting at 8:17 a.m. – passed
• Convene executive session to discuss tax abatement applications – passed

Board of Assessors

The Dudley Board of Assessors will vote on several financial items including motor vehicle excise tax abatements for February totaling $7,759.60, a 2025 motor vehicle commitment of $232,251.30, and FY2025 supplemental bills of $10,202.69. The board will also approve minutes from February 14, 2025, schedule the next meeting for April 11, 2025, and then convene in executive session to discuss tax abatement and exemption applications. No old or new business is on the agenda.

• Vote to approve motor vehicle excise tax abatements for February: $7,759.60
• Vote to approve levy 2025 motor vehicle commitment #2: $232,251.30
• Vote to approve FY2025 supplemental bills: $10,202.69
• Vote to hold next meeting on April 11, 2025
• Executive session for tax abatement/exemption applications under M.G.L. Chapter 30A §21(a)(7)

The Board of Assessors approved exemptions of $1,000 each for Map 120 Lot 96 (Clause 22E) and Map 123 Lot 9 (Clause 22E). Both motions were seconded and passed. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that also passed.

• Approved $1,000 exemption for Map 120 Lot 96 (Clause 22E) (passed)
• Approved $1,000 exemption for Map 123 Lot 9 (Clause 22E) (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on March 19, 2025. They will approve minutes from the March 5 meeting and discuss the FY2026 Budget. Matt Abrahams will present on 'Indirects.' An update on the Primary Distribution Operator is also scheduled.

• Accept minutes of the March 5, 2025 meeting
• Matt Abrahams discussion on Indirects
• FY2026 Budget discussion
• Primary Distribution Operator update

The commissioners unanimously accepted the March 5, 2025 minutes. They approved the FY 2026 Sewer Budget with an indirect cost of $106,748 and the Water Budget with a $155,000 chemical line, $91,421 indirect cost, and a $15,000 capital addition (vote 3‑1). The board also unanimously authorized two transfers from Sewer Retained Earnings—$100,000 and $150,000—for design and bidding services for the Potash Brook Interceptor. The primary distribution operator update was tabled for the next meeting.

• Accepted March 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Sewer Budget with indirect cost $106,748 (unanimous)
• Approved Water Budget with chemical $155,000, indirect $91,421, capital $15,000 (3‑1)
• Authorized $100,000 transfer for Potash Brook Interceptor design/bidding (unanimous)
• Authorized $150,000 transfer for Potash Brook Interceptor design/bidding (unanimous)
• Tabled primary distribution operator update (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Education

The Capital and School Safety Subcommittee will discuss the capital plan and receive updates on fire panels and the Heritage heating system. No decisions are expected; items are for discussion and update purposes only.

• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2025
• Update on fire panels at school buildings
• Discussion of the district capital plan
• Update on the Heritage heating system
• Solar projects — no update provided

Board of Health

The Dudley Board of Health holds a regular meeting with items including approval of minutes, introduction of the Interim Health Agent, updates on RJ's Autobody and the Public Health Nurse, and an Earth Day reminder. The agenda is largely procedural with no major financial decisions or regulatory actions.

• RJ's Autobody update (old business)
• Public Health Nurse update
• Introduction of Interim Health Agent Thomas Purcell
• Earth Day reminder (new business)

The Dudley Board of Health unanimously approved allowing Subway to open for business, contingent on one more inspection for food compliance. The board also approved the February meeting minutes and discussed ongoing issues with RJ's Autobody, the interim health agent, and Earth Day plans.

• Approved February 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 12, 2025 executive session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Subway opening pending final food compliance inspection (unanimous)

Education

The Mason Road School Council Committee will meet to discuss the 2024-2026 School Improvement Plan. The meeting includes updates on school activities and a period for public comment.

• Discussion of the 2024-2026 Mason Road School Improvement Plan
• Updates on author visit by Jarrett Krosoczka
• Read Across America activities with Nichols College
• PBIS Team updates

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hear updates on several projects, including Lyons Estates, the Master Plan, and the annual report for 35-37 Chase Avenue. They will also discuss acceptance of uncompleted subdivision streets and fill a Town Planner vacancy.

• Update on Lyons Estates by Revane Builders
• Town Planner vacancy update and Zoom meeting with Eve Tapper
• Annual report for 35-37 Chase Avenue by DMA Holdings
• Master Plan update
• Discussion on acceptance status of Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, and Sophie's Way subdivision streets

The Dudley Planning Board unanimously approved Eve Tapper of Planners In A Pinch as Interim Town Planner for two months and appointed Thomas Chojnacki as Alternate Planning Board Member. The board also voted to place a discussion about a backyard chicken bylaw on a future agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were deferred or reported as having no updates.

• Approved Eve Tapper as Interim Town Planner for two months (5-0)
• Appointed Thomas Chojnacki as Alternate Planning Board Member (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 12, 2025 (5-0)
• Voted to place backyard chicken bylaw discussion on future agenda (4-0-1, with recusal)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding resource area delineations, soil borings for a culvert replacement, and a dam removal project. The body will also review a Notice of Intent for a property on Pondview Terrace.

• ANRAD for Mason Road (Assessor’s Map 119/Parcel 176)
• RDA for geotechnical soil borings for culvert replacement on New Boston Road
• NOI for Carpenter Pond Dam Removal on New Boston Road (Assessor’s Map 235/Parcel 78)
• NOI for 6 Pondview Terrace
• Approval of January 29, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved a Standard Order of Conditions for the Carpenter Pond Dam Removal project on New Boston Road, waiving its 48-hour DEP file number policy to do so. It also approved an ANRAD for Mason Road, a negative determination for culvert soil borings, and a Standard Order for a house extension at 6 Pondview Terrace.

• Approved ANRAD for Mason Road (4-0-1, Androlewicz abstained)
• Approved RDA negative determination #3 for New Boston Road culvert borings (5-0)
• Waived 48-hour DEP file number policy for Carpenter Pond NOI (5-0)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for Carpenter Pond Dam Removal (5-0)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for 6 Pondview Terrace house extension (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 29, 2025 (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library Board of Trustees will meet to evaluate the Library Director. The board will also review staffing, equipment, and budget updates for FY25 and FY26.

• Library Director evaluation
• FY25 and FY26 budget updates
• Staffing and equipment/facility updates

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will consider approving playground equipment and discuss logistics for an upcoming yard sale. The meeting also includes accepting minutes from the previous meeting and other miscellaneous business.

• Review and approve playground equipment
• Discuss yard sale logistics
• Accept minutes from February 25 meeting

Education

The DCRSD Curriculum Subcommittee for Teaching and Learning will meet to review previous minutes and discuss competency determination. The body will also address preschool curriculum, transitions, and math leveling in middle school.

• PreSchool Curriculum
• Math Leveling in Middle School
• Competency Determination
• Professional Development Update
• Transitions

Agricultural Commission

The Dudley Agricultural Advisory Commission will meet to discuss updates on Agricultural Reading Day at the elementary school and seek a volunteer to run this year's Dudley Grows Together Plant Hop. Members will also plan events for the coming year, including seminars and participation in the Strawberry Festival. Old business includes a discussion of commission funding. The agenda is largely procedural with no votes on ordinances or contracts.

• Update on Agricultural Reading Day at the elementary school
• Seeking a volunteer to run the Dudley Grows Together Plant Hop
• Discussion of events and seminars for the coming year
• Strawberry Festival participation
• Commission funding review

The Dudley Agricultural Advisory Commission approved spending up to $320 for 30 additional copies of 'Right This Very Minute' for Agricultural Reading Day, planned for April 18. It also decided to request $2,500 from the town budget, to be presented at the Selectman's Meeting on March 24. The commission accepted the previous meeting's minutes unanimously.

• Approved up to $320 for 30 additional books for Agricultural Reading Day
• Requested $2,500 from the Town Budget, to be presented at the March 24 Selectman's Meeting
• Accepted minutes of the previous meeting unanimously

Agricultural Commission

The Dudley Agricultural Advisory Commission will discuss new business including an update on Agricultural Reading Day at the elementary school, the Dudley Grows Together Plant Hop (which needs a volunteer coordinator), and participation in the Strawberry Festival. Old business includes a discussion on commission funding. The commission will also consider suggestions for seminars and events for the coming year.

• Agricultural Reading Day at elementary school update
• Dudley Grows Together Plant Hop - seeking volunteer to run event
• Discussion of seminars and events for the coming year
• Strawberry Festival participation discussion
• Commission funding discussion (old business)

The Dudley Agricultural Advisory Commission approved spending up to $320 for 30 additional copies of 'Right This Very Minute' for Agricultural Reading Day, planned for April 18th. They also decided to request $2,500 from the town budget, to be presented at the Selectman's Meeting on March 24th. The commission unanimously accepted the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved up to $320 for 30 additional books for Agricultural Reading Day.
• Scheduled Agricultural Reading Day for April 18th.
• Requested $2,500 from the Town Budget at the March 24th Selectman's Meeting.
• Accepted the minutes of the previous meeting unanimously.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for variance relief from lot area, frontage, and off-street parking requirements to allow conversion of a 4-family dwelling to a 6-family dwelling at 8 Village Street. The board will also consider approval of minutes from December 5, 2024, and discuss citizen concerns on interpretation of the zoning bylaw.

• Public hearing for variance at 8 Village Street: lot area relief (42,692 sq ft), frontage relief (125 ft), and off-street parking reduction from 9 to 8 spaces
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 5, 2024
• Citizen concerns and questions on interpretation of Zoning Bylaw

The Dudley Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously denied a variance request for 8 Village Street to convert a 4-family dwelling into a 6-family dwelling. The applicant sought relief from lot area, frontage, and off-street parking requirements. The board voted 4-0 against the request after a public hearing.

• Denied variance for 8 Village Street to convert 4-family to 6-family (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved minutes of December 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will discuss the FY2026 budget, a rate study, and vote on the FY2024 annual report. They will also consider a request for a water tie-in at Camelot Circle and Mason Rd Ext, and discuss the sewer main operator position and aquifer protection next steps.

• Permission to tie-in to water at corner of Camelot Circle (1R) and Mason Rd Ext
• Vote on FY 2024 Annual Report
• Discussion of Rate Study for potential rate adjustments
• Discussion of FY 2026 Budget and Revenue Review
• Discussion of Sewer Main Operator position

Education

The committee will hold a public hearing and then vote on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. Other business includes accepting a donation to Charlton Elementary School, establishing a prekindergarten group, and reviewing new policies on equal employment opportunity, instructional materials, harassment, and bullying prevention.

• Fiscal Year 2026 public hearing and vote
• Acceptance of a donation to Charlton Elementary School
• Establishment of a representative prekindergarten group per Policy IGA
• New policies for action: GBA (Equal Employment Opportunity), IJ (Instructional Materials), ACAB (Harassment), JICFB (Bullying Prevention)
• Update from Southern Worcester County Education Collaborative on second quarter and FY26 budget

Education

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee of the Dudley-Charlton Regional School District will discuss updates on the FY2025 budget status, FY2026 budget creation, E&D certification, the FY2024 audit, and FY2026 healthcare. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting consists of status updates and future agenda planning.

• FY2025 Budget status update
• FY2026 Budget Creation status update
• FY2024 Audit update
• FY2026 Healthcare update
• Approval of minutes from 2/4/2025

Education

This is a subcommittee meeting of the Dudley-Charlton Regional School District focused on capital and school safety items. The agenda includes updates on fire panels and the Heritage Heating System, as well as a discussion of the capital plan. No votes or significant decisions are scheduled; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Fire panels — Update
• Capital Plan — Discussion
• Heritage Heating System - Update
• Solar Projects — No update

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will review pricing on chosen furniture and compare PIP rubber versus Fibar for a playground surface. They will also discuss entry gate design alternatives and a musical path design, plus an additional light. A session on Open Meeting Law and board roles is scheduled.

• Review pricing on chosen furniture for the playground
• Discussion of PIP rubber surface vs. Fibar for playground
• Entry gate design alternatives to brick piers
• Musical path design further discussion
• Open Meeting Law and roles/responsibilities for board members

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting to act on an application for a change of manager for Dudley Links Operations LLC d/b/a Dudley Hill Golf Club. They will also consider opting out of vote by mail for the June 16, 2025 Annual Town Election. Preliminary FY26 revenue projections will be presented by the Town Accountant. The board will vote to open and close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant for citizen petitions.

• Vote on change of manager for Dudley Hill Golf Club at 123 Center Road
• Vote to opt out of vote by mail for June 16, 2025 Annual Town Election
• Preliminary FY26 Revenue Projection by Town Accountant Sarah Mongeau
• Vote to open Town Meeting Warrant for citizen petitions (March 17–31, 2025)
• Reappointments: James Brinker as Registrar, Michael and Bradley Mayotte as Constables

The Board of Selectmen voted 4-1 to opt out of vote-by-mail for the June 16, 2025 Annual Town Election, with absentee ballots still available. They also approved a change of manager for Dudley Hill Golf Club, reappointed three officials, and set the warrant schedule for citizen petitions.

• Approved change of manager for Dudley Hill Golf Club, pending background check (5-0)
• Opted out of vote-by-mail for June 16, 2025 election (4-1)
• Reappointed James Brinker as Registrar, term to 2/24/2028 (5-0)
• Reappointed Michael Mayotte as Constable, term to 6/30/2027 (5-0)
• Reappointed Bradley Mayotte as Constable, term to 6/30/2027 (5-0)
• Opened Town Meeting Warrant for citizen petitions 3/17/2025, closes 3/31/2025 (5-0)
• Approved Earth Day event at Highway Garage, 4/19/2025 (4-0-1)
• Approved Bike Rodeo at Municipal Complex, 6/26/2025 (4-0-1)

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School District's Policy Review Subcommittee is meeting to review feedback on four distributed policies (Equal Employment Opportunity, Instructional Materials, Harassment, and Bullying Prevention) and to consider two new policies on Graduation Requirements and Student Records. No binding decisions are made at this subcommittee level; recommendations may be forwarded to the full school committee.

• Review feedback on new GBA - Equal Employment Opportunity policy
• Review feedback on new IJ - Instructional Materials policy
• Review feedback on ACAB - Harassment policy (review)
• Consideration of new IKF – Graduation Requirements policy
• Consideration of new JRA – Student Records policy

Conservation Commission

The Dudley Conservation Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a Resource Area Delineation. The commission will also review environmental consultant comments and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Public Hearing: Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation (ANRAD) for Mason Road, Assessor's Map 119/Parcel 176 (Bruce & Jayne Dodge), DEP #146-0808

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss and vote on the 2026 budget request. The board will also address specific property violations and the placement of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in town.

• Vote on 2026 budget request
• Continuance of Title 5 violations at 5 & 7 Corbin Road
• Discussion on placing AEDs in town
• Discussion with owners of Peace Haven
• CMG Notice of Downgradient Property Status Submittal

The Board unanimously approved the as-built plans and issued permits for 5 and 7 Corbin Road, resolving Title 5 violations after receiving a letter from the engineer confirming the work was done correctly. The Board also unanimously approved the FY2026 budget request of $87,501. A discussion on placing AEDs in town restaurants was held, but no decision was made. The Peace Haven application was tabled until March due to the health agent's absence.

• Approved meeting minutes for January 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved plans and issued permits for 5 & 7 Corbin Road (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 budget request of $87,501 (unanimous)
• Tabled Peace Haven application until March

Police Department

The South Worcester County Communications Center Board of Directors will hold a remote meeting to discuss an update on the FY2026 State 911 Grant and consider action on promoting per-diem dispatcher Jessica Mahota to a full-time position effective March 2, 2025. The board will also vote on setting her pay rate and awarding vacation time consistent with the MassCOP Local 497 union contract.

• Update on FY2026 State 911 Grant Funding
• Confirm promotion of per-diem dispatcher Jessica Mahota to full-time effective March 2, 2025
• Approve pay rate for Jessica Mahota consistent with prior service and contract Article 17
• Approve vacation time for Jessica Mahota consistent with prior service and contract Article 13

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved several financial items, including motor vehicle excise tax abatements, a revised real estate commitment, and multiple tax commitments. The largest approval was the FY2025 motor vehicle commitment of $1,352,472.72. The board also entered executive session to discuss tax abatement applications.

• Approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for January, $3,485.98
• Approved FY2025 revised real estate commitment, $4,922.45
• Approved 2024 boat excise bill commitment, $4,906.00
• Approved re-assessment of sewer lien from 57 Mason Rd to 57A Mason Rd, $510.38
• Approved 2024 motor vehicle commitment #7, $13,592.26
• Approved 2025 motor vehicle commitment, $1,352,472.72
• Approved annual Tax Maintenance Proposal for CAI Technologies
• Convened into executive session for tax abatement discussions

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will vote on several tax commitments, abatements, and a tax maintenance proposal. The meeting includes a review of motor vehicle and boat bill commitments and a correction to a sewer lien address.

• Vote on levy 2025 motor vehicle commitment of $1,352,472.72
• Vote on January motor vehicle excise tax abatements of $3,485.98
• Vote on FY2025 revised real estate commitment of $4,922.45
• Vote to re-assess sewer lien from 57 Mason Rd to 57A Mason Rd
• Vote on annual Tax Maintenance Proposal for CAI Technologies

The Board of Assessors approved nine real estate abatements totaling $7,950.58, denied six abatement applications, and approved a Clause 18 exemption of $500 for Map 222, Lot 79. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved abatement for Country Club Acres LLC, 2 Country Club Blvd, $3,224.70 (FY2024)
• Approved abatement for Country Club Acres LLC, 2 Country Club Blvd, $3,704.79 (FY2025)
• Approved abatement for Map 216, Lot 58, $87.83
• Approved abatement for Map 213, Lot 45, $164.90
• Approved abatement for Map 112, Lot 116-41, $46.51
• Approved abatement for Map 222, Lot 69, $211.40
• Approved abatement for Map 118, Lot 34, $108.87
• Approved abatement for Map 227, Lot 117, $1,225.06

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss the status of unaccepted subdivision streets and conduct inspections for several site plans. The board will also address the Town Planner vacancy and the FY26 budget.

• Status of unaccepted streets: Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, and Sophie’s Way
• Site plan inspections: Legacy Landing/Country Club Acres, SEP Solar (Oxford Avenue), Stevens Mill, Landfill Solar Project, and Dudley Housing Authority
• Payment of $598.50 to Quinn Engineering, LLC for the Dudley Housing Parking Project
• Chapter 40B Subsidized Housing Inventory biennial update
• Master Plan Steering Committee volunteer public notice

The Planning Board unanimously agreed that Akiela Bowers-Burgos's proposed commercial kitchen expansion for Simply Baking at 215 West Main Street is a permitted use and requires no further action or special permit. The board also approved a motion to have the Assistant Town Administrator explore using the 'Planners in a Pinch' service to address the town planner vacancy, and approved a request to review the clerk's compensation for added duties. Additionally, the board accepted the resignation of Alternate Member William Lepage and approved the FY26 budget as presented.

• Approved minutes of January 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Determined commercial kitchen at 215 West Main St. is permitted use; no action needed (5-0)
• Approved motion to investigate 'Planners in a Pinch' for planner vacancy (5-0)
• Approved motion to ask Town Administrator to review clerk's compensation (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Alternate Member William Lepage (5-0)
• Approved asking Tom Chojnacki about Alternate Member position (4-0-1)
• Approved FY26 budget as presented (5-0)
• Approved payment of $598.50 to Quinn Engineering (5-0)

Education

The School Committee will meet to receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget overview. The meeting includes a school showcase from Mason Road Elementary and an update on the 2024-2025 van pool.

• Presentation of the Dudley-Charlton RSD Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Overview
• School Showcase – Mason Road Elementary
• Update on Van Pool 2024-2025
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining (DCTA) or litigation

Board of Health

The Dudley Board of Health will meet primarily to enter executive session under state law to discuss an individual's reputation, character, physical or mental health, or disciplinary matters. No other public business is on the agenda.

• Executive session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(1) for discussion of an individual's reputation, character, physical/mental health, or discipline/dismissal/complaints

Library Board of Trustees

The Dudley Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes from January 14 and receive the director's report, which includes updates on staffing, equipment, facilities, and programs. A financial update covering the FY25 and FY26 budgets is also on the agenda. The board will discuss the agenda for an upcoming legislative breakfast.

• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2025
• Staffing update
• Equipment and facility update
• Financial update: FY25 and FY26 budgets
• Discussion of legislative breakfast agenda

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will meet to discuss the FY 2026 budget, revenue review, and a rate increase. The agenda also includes reviews of aquifer protection and sewer infrastructure fees.

• FY 2026 Budget discussion
• Rate Increase
• Aquifer Protection presentation by Joel from NE Geo
• Webster True-up response from Paul Brinkman
• Water on/off fees and Sewer infrastructure fee

The Board accepted the January 8, 2025 minutes unanimously. They discussed the sewer moratorium with the Planning Board, reviewed aquifer protection options from Northeast Geoscience, and considered a potential 10% rate increase recommended by Tighe and Bond, with a public hearing scheduled for April. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Accepted January 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed sewer moratorium status and Eisenhower Drive betterment with Planning Board
• Reviewed aquifer protection and water resources study from Northeast Geoscience
• Discussed Tighe and Bond correspondence on Bates Road pressure study and $4.4M state grant
• Noted new sewer department employee started February 3, 2025
• Reviewed Webster True-up response from Paul Brinkman
• Discussed potential 10% rate increase; public hearing scheduled for April
• Reviewed FY2026 budget and revenue reports

Education

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee is meeting to receive status updates on current and future fiscal years. The body will discuss the FY2025 budget, the creation of the FY2026 budget, and healthcare updates for FY2026.

• FY2025 Budget status update
• FY2026 Budget Creation status update
• FY2024 Audit update
• FY2026 Healthcare update
• E&D Certification status update

Education

The School Committee will hear a Fiscal Year 2026 budget presentation and a student achievement report, and consider adopting several new or updated policies on non-discrimination and Title IX. They also will vote on the consent agenda and discuss the 2025-2026 school calendar and subcommittee updates.

• Fiscal Year 2026 introductory budget presentation by Steven Lamarche
• Student Achievement Report by Assistant Superintendent True
• School Year 2025-2026 calendar discussion
• Adoption of new non-discrimination and Title IX policies (items AC, ACA, AC-R, etc.)
• Approval of consent agenda (warrant and January 8, 2025 meeting minutes)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on a Notice of Intent for a project at Lot 29 Charlton Road and consider certificates of compliance for two properties: 384 West Main Street and Piasta Road Lots 20 & 37. The commission will also discuss an abbreviated notice of resource area delineation, extension requests, and approve minutes from October 2024. Other business includes a utility pole installation notification and approval of the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for Lot 29 Charlton Road (DEP # Not Issued)
• Certificate of Compliance for 384 West Main Street/Blue Skies LLC (DEP #146-0805)
• Certificate of Compliance for Piasta Road Lots 20 & 37 (DEP #146-0541)
• Notification of utility pole installation on Southbridge Road by Massachusetts Electric Company
• Approval of 2025 meeting schedule

The Dudley Conservation Commission issued Certificates of Compliance for septic installations at 384 West Main Street (Blue Skies LLC) and Piasta Road (Kevin R. Hart), and approved a Standard Order of Conditions for a septic system at Lot 29 Charlton Road (Christopher Place). All decisions were unanimous (5-0). The commission also accepted prior meeting minutes and noted a utility pole installation notification.

• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 384 West Main Street/Blue Skies LLC (DEP #146-0805) (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for Piasta Road/Law Office of Kevin R. Hart (DEP #146-0568) (5-0)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for Lot 29 Charlton Road/Christopher Place (DEP #146-0809) (5-0)
• Accepted minutes of October 23, 2024 (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Dudley Recreation Commission will discuss a project with Michael Radner, including safety surfacing and ADA access, an electric connection for a new light pole, the overall project budget and schedule, and purchasing play equipment and site furnishings through the FAC122 program. The meeting also includes accepting minutes from previous meetings and miscellaneous business.

• Discuss safety surfacing costs and ADA access with Michael Radner
• Consider electric connection for a new light pole
• Review overall project budget and schedule
• Purchase play equipment and site furnishings through FAC122 program
• Accept minutes from December 19 and January 14 meetings

The Recreation Commission selected site furnishings (option C, musical and mesh bench) and traditional bike racks for the playground, and discussed the FAC122 program for a 10% discount. The board tabled a decision on entryway pillars until the February meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only votes were to accept prior minutes and adjourn.

• Accepted minutes from Dec 19 and Jan 14 meetings (unanimous)
• Chose option C for site furnishings (musical and mesh bench)
• Chose traditional style bike racks
• Tabled entryway pillars decision until Feb 11 meeting
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will vote on the Draft Action Plan from the DLS Financial Review and appoint William Lepage as Assistant Building Inspector. The meeting also includes a public project update on the Stevens Mill Development and a quarterly financial report from Town Accountant Sarah Mongeau.

• Appointment of William Lepage as Assistant Building Inspector (term expires 1/27/2026)
• Vote on Draft Action Plan from DLS Financial Review
• Public project update on Stevens Mill Development
• Quarterly financial update from Town Accountant Sarah Mongeau

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved the draft action plan for the DLS Financial Management review, which schedules work on 16 recommendations with public input from April to December. The board also appointed William Lepage as Assistant Building Inspector and accepted the minutes of two prior meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; the Stevens Mill project update was informational only.

• Approved draft action plan for DLS Financial Management review (5-0)
• Appointed William Lepage as Assistant Building Inspector, term to expire 1/27/2026 (5-0)
• Accepted minutes of January 13, 2025 (5-0)
• Accepted minutes of January 21, 2025 (5-0)

Police Department

The South Worcester County Communications Center Board of Directors will review the FY25 budget as of December 31, 2024, including several small budget transfers, and receive a presentation on the FY26 budget. They will also discuss and possibly vote on a policy regarding public release of recorded phone calls and consider a revision to the mandatory overtime policy. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and an update on regionalization.

• Budget transfers totaling $2,282.40 from Building & Grounds Maintenance to Postage, Supplies & Materials, Other Charges, and Travel & Conferences
• Policy discussion and possible vote on public release of recorded phone calls (Policy 1.13)
• Policy revision on mandatory overtime (Policy 2.06)
• FY26 Budget Presentation
• Calendar Year 2024 Year End Report

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider recommending warrant articles and vote to approve the warrant for the February 10, 2025 Special Town Meeting. The board will also approve minutes from the January 13 meeting. No specific articles or financial details are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from January 13, 2025 meeting
• Vote on recommendation for warrant articles
• Vote to approve and post February 10, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant

The Board of Selectmen voted unanimously to approve and post the February 10, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant as printed. They also recommended several warrant articles, including expanding the Board of Health to five members, and supported Articles 1, 2, and 3. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Feb 10, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant (5-0)
• Recommended Board of Health Article 4 to expand board to five members (5-0)
• Recommended Articles 1, 2, and 3 (5-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss subsurface sewage disposal regulations and Title 5 enforcement actions. The body will also review a barn complaint and an IMA agreement.

• Title 5 enforcement actions for 5 Corbin Road and 7 Corbin Road
• Barn complaint at 290 Dudley Southbridge Road
• Slope Easement for 5 Camelot Circle
• Vote to accept a $100.00 gift certificate donation from Big Al’s
• Discussion on Dudley Board of Health Regulations for the subsurface disposal of sanitary sewage

The Board of Health tabled action on Title 5 violations at 5 and 7 Corbin Road until the February meeting, after hearing conflicting accounts from the health agent and contractor Phil Davis. The board also released a slope easement at 5 Camelot Circle, approved the 2025 meeting schedule, rejoined the Inter Municipal Agreement, and set Earth Day for April 19.

• Tabled Title 5 violations at 5 & 7 Corbin Road to February (unanimous)
• Released slope easement at 5 Camelot Circle (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Rejoined Inter Municipal Agreement (unanimous)
• Set Earth Day for April 19 (unanimous)
• Accepted $100 gift certificate from Big Al's Pizza (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Nov 26 and Dec 11, 2024 (passes; Durgin abstained)

Education

The Capital and School Safety Subcommittee of the Dudley-Charlton Regional School District will discuss updates on fire panels, the Heritage heating system, and a placeholder for solar projects. A capital plan discussion is also scheduled. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and setting future agenda items.

• Discussion of the Capital Plan
• Update on Heritage Heating System
• Fire panels – update
• Solar Projects – placeholder item
• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2024

Education

The DCRSD Curriculum Subcommittee for Teaching and Learning will meet to discuss student achievement data and competency determination. This is a study session; no votes are expected. No specific funding amounts or policy changes are on the agenda.

• Review of Student Achievement Data Report
• Competency Determination
• Possible future items: Student Transitions, Curriculum Materials, Homework (not on current agenda)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss the final design of a playground and a CommBuys procurement process. They will also consider a Dudley Cultural Grant and plan upcoming events including a Bike Rodeo and Yard Sale. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and miscellaneous items.

• Playground final design discussion
• CommBuys procurement for playground
• Dudley Cultural Grant consideration
• Bike Rodeo event planning
• Yard Sale event planning

The Dudley Recreation Commission approved the date for the 2025 Bike Rodeo (June 26, 5-7 PM) and announced receipt of a $2,000 cultural grant for events like Spooktacular, tree lighting, and bike rodeo. The commission also discussed the final playground design, with follow-ups assigned to Alicia regarding town standards and purchasing options. No other formal votes were taken; several items were tabled or deferred.

• Approved Bike Rodeo date: June 26, 2025, 5-7 PM (all in favor)
• Received $2,000 cultural grant for Spooktacular, tree lighting, and bike rodeo
• Tabled Town Wide Yard Sale until next meeting
• Denied request to create a Facebook page for Recreation Commission
• Deferred meeting minutes approval to next meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially act on the FY25 and FY26 budgets, the library strategic plan update, and a final review of trustee bylaws. The meeting also includes a director’s report covering staffing, facilities, programs, and finances, as well as discussion of a legislative breakfast agenda. Minutes from the previous meeting will be reviewed for approval.

• Director’s report including FY25/FY26 budget update
• Library Strategic Plan update
• Legislative Breakfast agenda discussion
• Final review of Trustee Bylaws
• Approval of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Education

The Budget & Finance Subcommittee of the Dudley-Charlton Regional School District meets to discuss status updates on the current FY2025 budget and the creation of the FY2026 budget, along with an E&D Certification update. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific votes or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2024
• FY2025 budget status update
• FY2026 budget creation status update
• E&D Certification status update
• Future agenda items and adjournment

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and the Finance, Appropriation, and Advisory Committee are meeting jointly to discuss the timeline and warrant articles for the February 10, 2025 Special Town Meeting. They will vote on approving the warrant and consider a transfer from the FAA Reserve to cover emergency costs incurred since July 1, 2024. Additionally, they will review indicative pricing from Colonial Power Group for municipal aggregate energy and act on a common victualler's license for Subway at 157 West Main Street.

• Discussion and timeline for the 2/10/25 Special Town Meeting warrant
• Review and vote on warrant articles for the Special Town Meeting
• Request to transfer funds from FAA Reserve to cover emergency costs since July 1, 2024
• Colonial Power Group – Municipal Aggregate Energy indicative pricing and potential authorization
• Common Victualler’s License for Bayrangi Dudley Inc. d/b/a Subway at 157 West Main Street

The Board of Selectmen unanimously authorized the Town Administrator to enter into a municipal energy aggregation contract with the most favorable price and term. They also approved the warrant articles for the February 10, 2025 Special Town Meeting, including a $544,015 borrowing article for water filtration system maintenance, and approved a $1,534.20 transfer from the FAA Reserve for cybersecurity costs. The board discussed the Department of Local Services report but took no formal action, deferring deeper review to a future meeting.

• Authorized Town Administrator to enter energy aggregation contract (5-0)
• Approved Special Town Meeting warrant Articles 1, 2, and 3 (3-0)
• Approved $1,534.20 transfer from FAA Reserve for cybersecurity (3-0)
• Approved Common Victualler's License for Subway 28162 (5-0)
• Accepted minutes of December 30, 2024 (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library Board of Trustees will meet to receive reports on staffing, facilities, and budgets. The board will also discuss the library's strategic plan and conduct a final review of trustee bylaws.

• FY25 and FY26 budget updates
• Library Strategic Plan update
• Final review of Trustee Bylaws
• Legislative Breakfast agenda

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will vote on tax commitments for the 2025 fiscal year and approve motor vehicle excise tax abatements. The board will also discuss the start of cyclical inspections on January 16, 2025.

• FY2025 actual real estate commitment for $9,380,496.82
• FY2025 actual personal property commitment for $244,960.92
• December motor vehicle excise tax abatements of $1,090.87
• Cyclical inspections starting January 16, 2025

The Board of Assessors approved the FY2025 actual real estate commitment of $9,380,496.82 and the personal property commitment of $244,960.92, along with motor vehicle excise tax abatements totaling $1,090.87 for December. The board also approved the December 13, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY2025 real estate commitment of $9,380,496.82 (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 personal property commitment of $244,960.92 (unanimous)
• Approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for December totaling $1,090.87 (unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting minutes from December 13, 2024 (unanimous)

Education

The subcommittee will review feedback on updated and new non-discrimination policies, including Title IX procedures, and consider new policies on equal employment opportunity, instructional materials, and bullying prevention. They will also approve minutes from the October 25, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2024
• Review of feedback for multiple non-discrimination policies: AC, AC-R, ACA, ACE, ACA-R, ACGA, ACGB
• Review of updated background checks policy (ADDA)
• Consideration of new policies: GBA (Equal Employment Opportunity), IJ (Instructional Materials), JICFB (Bullying Prevention)
• Review of extracurricular participation (JJIB-A) and harassment (ACBB) policies

Sewer/Water Commissioners Agendas

The Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners will consider a request to connect to water at 329 Mason Rd Ext and discuss the Eagle Drive Water Main project. The meeting includes a budget and revenue review, with potential adjustments to water connection fees and the sewer infrastructure fee. Minutes from November 2024 will be voted on, and follow-up on sewer positions is scheduled.

• 329 Mason Rd Ext – request to connect to water
• Eagle Drive Water Main – Town of Dudley project
• Budget/Revenue Review: water fees (on/off), sewer infrastructure fee
• Tighe and Bond correspondence
• Sewer positions – follow up discussion

The Board unanimously approved posting for a Sewer Collections Operator position, with plans to review the pay scale and discuss the Main Sewer Collections position next month. The meeting also included discussions on the Eagle Drive water main project, scheduling procedures, and a superintendent report noting a failed MPA test.

• Approved posting for Sewer Collections Operator (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from December 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Removed 329 Mason Road Extension tie-in from agenda by owner
• Discussed Eagle Drive water main peer review and easement concerns
• Discussed scheduling all vendor work through office calendar
• Reviewed budget and revenue for FY2026 planning
• Discussed MPA test results and DEP reporting requirements

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review an Act Near Resident (ANR) application for 35 Sawmill Road and discuss Accessory Dwelling Units under Section 8 of Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2024. The board will also review the status of unaccepted subdivision streets and various site plan inspections.

• ANR application for Sawmill Road LLC at 35 Sawmill Road
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) per Section 8 of Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2024
• Status report on unaccepted streets: Pierpont Estates, Country View Estates, Lyons Estates, and Sophie’s Way
• Site plan inspections for Legacy Landing, SEP Solar, JD&D, Stevens Mill, Landfill Solar Project, and Dudley Housing Authority
• Master Plan Steering Committee volunteer public notice

The Dudley Planning Board approved an ANR (Approval Not Required) plan for a buildable lot at 35 Sawmill Road, waiving two plan requirements (5e and 5j). The board also unanimously authorized Vice-Chairman Richard Clark to work with CMRPC/DLTA on updating the ADU zoning bylaw, and approved the 2025 meeting schedule. Several items were discussed without action, including the Master Plan Steering Committee and status updates on unaccepted subdivision streets.

• Approved ANR for 35 Sawmill Road with waivers 5e and 5j (4-0-1, Watroba abstained)
• Waived plan requirements 5e and 5j for 35 Sawmill Road (4-0-1, Watroba abstained)
• Authorized Richard Clark to work with CMRPC/DLTA on ADU zoning bylaw update (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Planning Board meeting schedule (5-0)
• Authorized Clerk Finn to sign future approved vouchers (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 11, 2024 (5-0)
• Authorized Chairman Watroba to draft letter to Water/Sewer Commissioners about moratorium (4-0-1, Watroba abstained)

Education

The Dudley-Charlton Regional School Committee will meet on January 8, 2025, to vote on 2025-2028 wage and benefits schedules for district staff. They will also hear updates on Fiscal Year 2025 and Fiscal Year 2026 budget planning, Excess and Deficiency (E&D) funds, Fiscal Year 2024 auditors, and Heritage Elementary School. Other agenda items include an Amazon STEM planning update and a report on the January 3 professional development day.

• Vote on 2025-2028 wage and benefits schedules
• Update on Fiscal Year 2026 budget planning
• Amazon STEM planning update
• Update on Excess and Deficiency (E&D) funds
• Superintendent’s Award presented to Donovan Ennis

Zoning Board of Appeals

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