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 "state": "MA",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
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 "generated": "2026-08-31",
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-31",
   "body": "Board of Health - Eastern Waste Services Subcommittee Meeting, 4:00 PM",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20040",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12918"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-31",
   "body": "Ordinances & Administration Meeting",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20042",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12333"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-31",
   "body": "Historical Commission",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20039",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12904"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-01",
   "body": "Open Space and Recreation Commitee",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20044",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12920"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-02",
   "body": "Council on Aging Board Meeting",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20037",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=11799"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-02",
   "body": "Planning & Development Meeting",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20045",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12334"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-02",
   "body": "City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20047",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12922"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-02",
   "body": "Conservation Commission Meeting",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to review 20+ coastal and wetland permit applications",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Conservation Commission is meeting to review and discuss numerous Notices of Intent (NOIs) for projects in coastal and wetland resource areas, including home elevations, subdivisions, seawall repairs, and dock construction. The agenda also includes an executive session on ongoing legal proceedings, certificates of compliance, and enforcement orders. Most items are continued from previous meetings, with several scheduled for decision on September 16, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20028",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12491"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-02",
   "body": "CATA Advisory Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20041",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12921"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-03",
   "body": "Special Events Advisory Committee Meeting",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20035",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12917"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-03",
   "body": "Planning Board - REMOTE MEETING",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20038",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12919"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-28",
   "body": "SFL Saunders House Stewardship Committee",
   "headline": "Committee reviews structural repairs and potential contract changes for Saunders House",
   "summary": "The Saunders House Stewardship Committee will meet remotely on August 28, 2026, to approve previous minutes and receive updates on fire suppression, door repairs, and structural reinforcement. The group will also discuss additional architectural services and a contract amendment with SPG. The next meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20034",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12916"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-27",
   "body": "City Council Tax Classification Workshop",
   "headline": "City Council tax classification workshop with Assessor's Department",
   "summary": "The Gloucester City Council is holding a workshop on tax classification, presented by the Assessor's Department. This is a discussion session, not a voting meeting, focused on tax classification matters for the city.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=19995",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12895"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-27",
   "body": "Board of Assessors Meeting",
   "headline": "Assessors to hold executive session on abatements and exemptions",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Board of Assessors is meeting to approve minutes and then enter executive session to discuss abatements and exemptions, as permitted by state law. The board will not return to open session after the executive session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20032",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12909"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-27",
   "body": "Clean Energy Commission",
   "headline": "Gloucester Clean Energy Commission to review geothermal, EV charger updates",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Clean Energy Commission is meeting on August 27, 2026, to approve July minutes and hear staff reports on geothermal updates, EV charger updates at the Annex, and upcoming events including the TownGreen Climate Summit and the 5th Annual Energy Fair. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no votes or public hearings listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20026",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12910"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-27",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting",
   "headline": "ZBA reviews 8 new applications including a pickleball court and a two-family home rebuild",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on August 27, 2026, to review eight new applications for special permits or variances. The agenda includes requests for home additions, a front porch, a deck, and a change of use for an indoor pickleball court complex. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and sign off on four prior decisions via the consent agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20033",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12915"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-26",
   "body": "Gloucester Retirement Board",
   "headline": "Board votes on new administrator contract and 2026 actuarial valuation",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Retirement Board will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve routine financial reports and vote on new administrative contracts. Key decisions include authorizing the PRIT fund, approving the GASB 67/68 report, and selecting the board's new Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also vote on the addition of nine new members to the system.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20029",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12913"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-26",
   "body": "Gloucester School Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to approve $51,317 in prior-year expenses and $463,733 in grants",
   "summary": "The Gloucester School Committee will vote to approve the Superintendent's goals and student handbooks. The body will also ratify $51,317.23 in prior-year expenses, including a $46,980.60 settlement with the MA Nurses Association. Additionally, the committee will accept two FY2027 grants totaling $463,733 for preschool and civics programs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20030",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12914"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-26",
   "body": "Gloucester Housing Authority",
   "headline": "Board to approve contract for Main Office Roof Replacement and Clark Elevator repairs",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Housing Authority will hold its regular meeting on August 26, 2026, to review financial reports and approve several maintenance and administrative actions. Key decisions include awarding a re-bid contract for the Main Office Roof Replacement and approving emergency repairs for the Clark Elevator. The board will also review the FY27 Central Office Rent and certify compliance with federal and state lead paint laws.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20027",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12912"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-25",
   "body": "City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to review trash transition, Tasers, and zoning changes",
   "summary": "The Gloucester City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a presentation on the upcoming solid waste and recycling service transition, the purchase of Tasers, and multiple zoning amendments. The agenda also includes appointments, donations, and several public hearings that have been continued to future meetings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20024",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12332"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-25",
   "body": "Sawyer Free Library Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Gloucester library trustees to review transfer to city, teen room work",
   "summary": "The Sawyer Free Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve July minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss a transfer to the City of Gloucester, a fundraising update, an ARIS report, and Teen Room modifications. The agenda is routine governance business with no votes or dollar amounts specified.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20023",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12911"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-25",
   "body": "Historic District Commission",
   "headline": "Historic District Commission to review window, signage, HVAC requests",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Historic District Commission is meeting to consider Certificates of Appropriateness for window replacement at 36 Middle Street and signage at 67 Middle Street, and to discuss an HVAC installation at 52 Main Street. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. All items are under new business or board discussion, meaning they are proposals to be reviewed, not final decisions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20006",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12901"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-25",
   "body": "Licensing Commission REMOTE MEETING",
   "headline": "Licensing Commission to review fire department tag days and modular moving permit",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Licensing Commission is meeting remotely to approve prior meeting minutes, consider a request from the Gloucester Fire Department and Muscular Dystrophy Association to conduct tag days on Stacey Boulevard, and review an updated Modular Moving Permit application. The agenda is otherwise limited to these routine items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20021",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12907"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "Gloucester Contributory Retirement System Board Special Meeting",
   "headline": "Retirement board to discuss office security and executive director candidates",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Contributory Retirement System Board is holding a special meeting to discuss retirement office security and candidates for the executive director position. The meeting will be held remotely via dial-in.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20019",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12905"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "Gloucester Lyceum Committee Special Meeting",
   "headline": "Lyceum Committee to discuss library bylaws amendment and spring programming",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Lyceum Committee is holding a special remote meeting to discuss a proposed amendment to the Library Bylaws regarding the Lyceum Committee and to discuss spring 2026 programming for a 'Celebration of Freedom' event. The meeting is held via Zoom only.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20020",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12906"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to discuss housing plan, flagpole zoning",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance's definition of \"Structure\" to add flagpoles under 30 feet in height, which was continued to November 19, 2026. The board will also receive a presentation and discussion on the draft Gloucester Housing Compass Housing Production Plan. Other business includes approval of minutes from the August 6, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20022",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12908"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "CANCELLED 6:00 PM Planning & Development Meeting",
   "headline": "Gloucester Planning Committee to review housing plan and multi-family conversion",
   "summary": "The Gloucester City Council's Planning & Development Committee will discuss a draft Housing Compass Plan referral and consider a special permit application for a multi-family conversion at Day Court #4. The meeting also includes continued items on zoning amendments and an earth removal permit, with several matters postponed to later dates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20015",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12330"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "Conservation Commission Meeting",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to review 20+ wetland permit applications and fee schedule",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to review and act on numerous Notices of Intent (NOIs) for projects affecting wetlands, coastal areas, and buffer zones, including residential construction, docks, and road work. The commission will also hear a public comment period, approve minutes, and discuss a new fee schedule that takes effect September 11, 2026. Several items were previously continued and will be heard again, and one enforcement action involves a public hearing for penalties at 137 Wingaersheek Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20017",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12490"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Cape Ann Public Health Alliance PHE Advisory Board Meeting",
   "headline": "Public health board to review FY26 survey and FY27 projects",
   "summary": "The Cape Ann Public Health Alliance PHE Advisory Board, serving Gloucester and Manchester-By-The-Sea, is meeting virtually to handle routine business. They will approve June meeting minutes, review a summary of the FY26 SAPHE 2.0 performance standards survey, and get a status briefing on FY27 active projects. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20013",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12902"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "Community Preservation Committee",
   "headline": "CPC to review four preservation grant applications",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Community Preservation Committee will review and potentially discuss four applicant presentations for preservation projects, including the Davis-Freeman House Renovation, Magnolia Reserve Conservation, Schooner Adventure Preservation Part 3, and Marine Railway Restoration. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 20, 2026 meeting and receive administrative updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20007",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12796"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "Ordinances & Administration Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on expanding Rackliffe Street fire lane designation",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Ordinances & Administration Committee is meeting to discuss two items: a supplemental list of Election Officers for the September and November 2026 elections, and a proposed amendment to the city's fire lane regulations. The amendment would expand the fire lane designation on Rackliffe Street from one side to both sides of the street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20010",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12329"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "ZBA to consider 62-unit housing permit, pool, deck, and height variance requests",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a comprehensive permit for a 62-unit multi-family building at 272 Washington St., plus several new special permit and variance applications for residential additions, a pool, a deck, and a building height exception. The board will also vote on signing prior decisions for six properties. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20002",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12900"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Gloucester Lyceum Committee",
   "headline": "Gloucester Lyceum Committee to discuss bylaws, fall programs, 2027 planning",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Lyceum Committee is meeting to approve minutes, discuss a response to a request from William Falcetano, and consider a bylaws amendment proposal. The committee will also receive reports on corporate communications and fall 2026 programming, and begin forming working groups for 2027 programs on World Health and Meaning of Democracy.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=20001",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12898"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Waterways Board Public Facilities",
   "headline": "Waterways Board to discuss harbor line removal, grants, plaque project",
   "summary": "The Gloucester Waterways Board Public Facilities is meeting to discuss several items, including the removal of the Harbor Cove Federal Line, a grant for 112 Commercial Street, a plaque project at 14C2 Plank, and an update on the St Peter's Landing Grant. The meeting is open to the public in person and remotely.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=19994",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12894"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Gloucester School Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "School Committee to vote on grants, superintendent goals",
   "summary": "The Gloucester School Committee will meet to discuss the superintendent's entry plan and goals for 2026-2027, and vote on accepting several grants, including a McKinney-Vento homeless education grant and a Perkins career and technical education grant. The committee will also vote on the superintendent joining the Northshore Education Consortium Board. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=19999",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12897"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Board of Commissioners of Trust Funds",
   "headline": "Trust Funds board reviews balances, fund statuses, and disbursement ideas",
   "summary": "The Board of Commissioners of Trust Funds is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, review current fund balances, and discuss the status of several funds, including those with pending disbursements and those tied to probate court decrees. They will also hear a report on research related to the Fernald Fund and discuss potential disbursements from the Huntress Fund's accumulated income.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=19998",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.gloucester-ma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12896"
  }
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