Holbrook public meetings in 2023

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board is meeting to discuss and vote on several operational items, including temporary accounting services, an interim DPW Superintendent, a legal funding request, and boarding up the JFK School. A citizens' forum is also scheduled. The agenda is otherwise routine with no major policy decisions.

• Discussion/Vote on temporary accounting services
• Discussion/Vote on interim DPW Superintendent
• Discussion/Vote on legal funding request from McGregor Legere & Stevens
• Discussion/Vote on boarding-up of JFK School
• Citizens' Forum

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to continue discussions about the COA/JFK presentation to the School Committee by Habeeb & Associates, explore other funding sources for the COA building project, and review the outcome of the Special Town Meeting article establishing a COA Building account and the related citizens petition. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Continued discussion of COA/JFK presentation to the School Committee by Habeeb & Associates on 12/6/23
• Discussion of other funding sources for the COA building project
• Discussion of Special Town Meeting (11/27/23) Article 10—Establishment of a COA Building account and the COA Citizens Petition

Conservation Commission

The Holbrook Conservation Commission is meeting to continue review of a proposal by TLA-Holbrook LLC to redevelop an existing industrial facility at 6 Phillips Road into a municipal solid waste transfer station. The commission will also discuss an enforcement order for illegal dumping at 70 Summit Road, an update on land remediation at 8 Hamilton Way, and National Grid's 2024 yearly operational plan.

• Continued hearing, NOI-1, 3, 6 Phillips Road, TLA-Holbrook LLC, municipal solid waste transfer station
• 2024 Yearly Operational Plan, National Grid
• Enforcement Order (EO), 70 Summit Road, for illegal dumping
• Update, 8 Hamilton Way, Jose DaSilva, hiring contractor to remediate and stabilize land
• Discussion Gioioso Drive Ext/Sherrick Ave DEP

Conservation Commission

The Holbrook Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal by TLA-Holbrook LLC to redevelop an existing industrial facility at 3 and 6 Phillips Road into a municipal solid waste transfer station. The commission will also discuss an enforcement order for illegal dumping at 70 Summit Road, receive updates on other projects, and consider approving its 2024 meeting dates and a service contract with Solitude Lake Management.

• Public hearing: NOI for municipal solid waste transfer station at 3 and 6 Phillips Road (TLA-Holbrook LLC)
• Enforcement order for illegal dumping at 70 Summit Road
• Update on enforcement order and restoration at 2 Phillips Road (Gerry McGath)
• Approve Solitude Lake Management service contract for 2024
• Approve 2024 Conservation Commission meeting dates

Finance Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and public meeting notices. No specific topics, decisions, or discussion items are listed for this meeting.

Council on Aging

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, topics, or specific meeting details for the December 13, 2023, meeting.

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including accepting a grant for the Council on Aging, making appointments to town committees, renewing various licenses, and establishing a subcommittee for the FY25 budget. The agenda also includes a citizens' forum and three executive sessions for negotiations and personnel matters.

• COA Grant Acceptance
• Appointments: Town Forest Committee, COA Building Advisory Committee, Civic Holiday Celebration Committee
• License Renewals: Auto Dealer Class II & III, Common Victualler, Entertainment, Amusement
• FY25 Budget Sub-Committee
• Executive sessions for nonunion negotiations and personnel discussions

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will meet on December 6, 2023, to hold public hearings on tax classification and cable television license renewal, and to discuss several items including a feasibility study, a grant application, an intermunicipal agreement, water tank options, and license renewals. The board will also enter executive session for negotiations with the Public Works Superintendent.

• Public hearing on tax classification
• Public hearing on cable television license renewal
• COA Feasibility Study presentation by Habeeb & Associates Architects
• Discussion/vote on Spear Fund application
• Discussion/vote on Sycamore Street Water Tank Replacement Options

Planning Board

The Holbrook Planning Board will hold a public meeting to discuss several development projects, including the Gioioso Drive extension and Sherrick Avenue conditions, a proposal off Weymouth Street (Brigadoon), and TLA-Holbrook LLC. The board will also approve 2024 meeting dates and receive updates on ongoing projects, including 75 South Street, 719 S Franklin Street, Dalton Avenue, and the MBTA Overlay District. The agenda includes a vote on meeting minutes from November 7, 2023.

• Discussion of Gioioso Drive Ext/Sherrick Ave conditions and HOA document
• Discussion of development off Weymouth Street (Brigadoon)
• Discussion of TLA-Holbrook LLC
• Update on 75 South Street (Mento)
• Update on 719 S Franklin Street (R.E. Properties)

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board is meeting to vote on several personnel hires, a police camera grant, the Open Space Committee budget, and a request from the Board of Health to appeal a MassDEP ruling on a TLA permit. The agenda also includes three executive sessions to discuss personnel matters involving the Public Works Superintendent and two other town officials.

• Discussion/Vote on HRECC Part-Time Employee Hire
• Discussion/Vote on Police Department Camera Grant Acceptance
• Discussion/Vote on Open Space Committee Budget
• Discussion/Vote on Town Administrator's Office Temporary Clerk/Intern Hire
• Discussion/Vote on Request from BOH to appeal MassDEP ruling on TLA Permit

Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee

The provided document is a procedural meeting notice template. It contains no specific topics, decisions, or discussion items for the November 27, 2023, meeting.

Board of Health

The Holbrook Board of Health will discuss and vote on issuing an opinion regarding a TLA Authorization to Construct application. The meeting is held via Zoom only.

• Discussion and vote on TLA Authorization to Construct application opinion

Council on Aging

The provided document is a blank public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, topics, or specific meeting details.

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will discuss and vote on a request for outside legal funding for the Conservation Commission. The board will also hold two executive sessions regarding personnel matters involving the Public Works Superintendent, including a DOT investigation.

• Discussion/Vote on Conservation Commission Outside Legal Funding Request
• Executive session on Public Works Superintendent personnel matter
• Executive session on Public Works Superintendent DOT investigation

Board of Health

The Holbrook Board of Health will vote on several food establishment and tobacco permits, discuss body art and tobacco regulations, and consider a condemnation. They will also review an intermunicipal agreement and receive updates on PFAS testing and other public health concerns.

• Vote on new food establishment permit for Pi Bon An, 133 N. Franklin St.
• Vote to recommend Norfolk County 5 East Public Health Intermunicipal Agreement
• Vote on permit for closed-loop geothermal well at 31 Norfolk Rd
• Discussion and vote on new retail tobacco permit for A.L. Prime, 334 N. Franklin St.
• Discussion and vote on condemnation of 16 Roosevelt Rd

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee will meet to continue discussions on the Habeeb & Associates feasibility study of the old JFK School on Plymouth Street as a potential new COA facility, including a final presentation from architects. They will also discuss future state and federal funding sources and a $48K petition for the November 2023 Special Town Meeting.

• Continued discussion of Habeeb & Associates feasibility study of old JFK School on Plymouth Street
• Discussion on future funding sources (State/Federal) for new COA facility
• Special Town Meeting November 2023: Building Committee Petition $48K
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2023

Conservation Commission

The Holbrook Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss updates on enforcement orders, a certificate of compliance request, and other ongoing conservation matters. The agenda includes several property-specific updates and a discussion on old business, with no major new proposals or votes listed.

• Update on Certificate of Compliance request for 37 Sprague Avenue (detention pond not in use)
• Enforcement Order update for illegal dumping at 70 Summit Road
• Request for partial Certificate of Compliance at 75 South Street (aka 3&4 Christies Way) by Mento Corp.
• Update on RDA at 20 Leather Chip Road (wetlands delineation by botanist)
• Enforcement Order update at 2 Phillips Road (plantings, siltation fence, silt socks)

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board is meeting to discuss and vote on a contract with Capitol Waste Services and the formation of a Civic Holiday Celebration Committee. The board will also hear the Town Administrator's report and hold a citizens' forum. Two executive sessions are scheduled, one regarding a Public Works Superintendent DOT investigation and another for negotiations with the Deputy Police Chief.

• Discussion/Vote on Capitol Waste Services Contract
• Discussion/Vote on Civic Holiday Celebration Committee Formation
• Executive session on Public Works Superintendent DOT investigation
• Executive session for Deputy Police Chief negotiations

Planning Board

The Holbrook Planning Board will discuss conditions and HOA documents for 85-86 Sherrick Avenue, and receive an update on the MBTA overlay district from Ezra Haber Glenn. The board will also reorganize and vote on meeting minutes from September and October.

• 85-86 Sherrick Avenue conditions and HOA documents
• Discussion/update on MBTA overlay district with Ezra Haber Glenn
• Reorganization of the Planning Board
• Vote to approve meeting minutes from September 12 and October 17, 2023

Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific discussion items or decisions for this meeting.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss several items for the upcoming Special Town Meeting Warrant. The committee is scheduled to review and vote on specific warrant articles including personnel changes and a citizen petition.

• Full Time Conservation Agent article
• Removing Police Chief and Deputy Chief from Civil Service article
• Citizen Petition for stabilization account article
• Vote on Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a Spear Fund application, trash rates, a contract with Capitol Waste Services, and the warrant for the November 2023 Special Town Meeting. They will also receive updates from department heads and discuss work in front of Town Hall. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a personnel matter involving the Public Works Superintendent.

• Discussion/Vote on Spear Fund Application
• Discussion/Vote on Trash Rates
• Discussion/Vote on Capitol Waste Services Contract
• Discussion/Vote on November 2023 Special Town Meeting Warrant
• Executive session re: Public Works Superintendent DOT Investigation

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will discuss and vote on hiring a recruitment service for a new Town Administrator, and will open and close the November 2023 Special Town Meeting warrant, including articles on a COA Building Advisory Committee and PFAS mediation. The board will also consider forming a Civic Holiday Celebration Committee and a Monuments and Memorial Advisory Committee, and will discuss committee openings. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a personnel matter regarding the Public Works Superintendent.

• Vote on Town Administrator recruitment services with The Collins Center
• Open November 2023 STM Warrant: COA Building Advisory Committee Article and PFAS Mediation Article
• Close November 2023 STM Warrant
• Formation of Civic Holiday Celebration Committee
• Formation of Monuments and Memorial Advisory Committee

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss accessing town funds, review a draft community survey and its distribution plan, and schedule future meetings. The agenda is procedural and focused on next steps rather than final decisions.

• Follow up on town finance and accessing opioid settlement funds
• Review draft Holbrook survey and dissemination plan
• Schedule next meeting
• Draft next meeting agenda items

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and review Special Town Meeting warrants. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific financial decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Review Special Town Meeting warrant

Council on Aging

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain any specific topics, decisions, or discussions for the October 18, 2023, meeting.

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will meet to discuss and vote on several personnel matters, including police officer appointments, a November 2023 Special Town Meeting article to remove civil service for the police chief and deputy chief, the fire captain promotional process, hiring a DPW administrative assistant, and a Cultural Council appointment. A presentation by the Edward J. Collins, Jr. Center for Public Management is also scheduled.

• Discussion/Vote on November 2023 Special Town Meeting Article: Removal of Civil Service for Police Chief & Deputy Chief
• Discussion/Vote on Police Officer Appointments
• Discussion/Vote on Fire Department: Fire Captain Promotional Process
• Discussion/Vote on DPW Administrative Assistant Hire
• Discussion/Vote on Holbrook Cultural Council Appointment

Planning Board

The Holbrook Planning Board will hold informal discussions for two properties, review conditions for Sherrick Avenue, and consider an ANR modification for a land swap. They will also get an update on the MBTA overlay district and vote on meeting minutes. The board will enter executive session to discuss an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Informal discussion: 535 Randolph Street (C. Woodward and S. Hardy)
• Informal discussion: 114 N Franklin Street Inc. (future Maple Street side, P. Anastasio)
• Review of conditions and HOA documents for 85-86 Sherrick Avenue
• Signatures on ANR modification for 204 South St and 1 Ford Ave land swap
• Update on MBTA overlay district

Board of Health

The Holbrook Board of Health is meeting to discuss and vote on two tobacco permit applications, review proposed body art regulations after public comment, and receive updates on health agent activities and environmental concerns related to TLA Holbrook, including PFAS testing. The agenda also includes a discussion on a potential public health information series and time for citizen concerns.

• Vote on Phat Daddy's Smoke Shop Inc. Tobacco Permit at 41 Plymouth St.
• Vote on Central Auto Service (A.L. Prime Gas Station) Tobacco Permit at 334 N Franklin St.
• Discussion of revisions to proposed Body Art regulations based on public comment
• MassDEP follow-up on PFAS source identification testing
• Updates on legal advisement regarding TLA Holbrook concerns

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee will continue discussions regarding a feasibility study by Habeeb & Associates. The study examines the old JFK School on Plymouth Street as a potential site for an expanded COA facility. The committee will also receive updates on research into shared mixed-use spaces and funding opportunities.

• Feasibility study of the old JFK School on Plymouth Street
• Research on shared mixed-use space and funding opportunities

Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee

The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, follow up on funding for accessibility and cost estimates for Naloxboxes/Kiosks, review other community surveys on opioid settlement fund use, and draft a Holbrook community survey. The committee will also schedule future meetings.

• Approve minutes
• Follow up on fund accessibility and cost estimates for Naloxboxes/Kiosks
• Review other community surveys on use of Opioid Settlement Funds
• Draft Holbrook community survey
• Schedule next meetings

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee met on October 5, 2023, to review meeting warrants and receive an update on FY23 expenses and year-end close from the Town Accountant. The Select Board Chair provided an update on solid waste expenses and trash company negotiations. The agenda also listed a Free Cash Policy and other business, but no specific dollar amounts or decisions were detailed in the text.

• Review of Special Town Meeting Warrants
• Accountant update on FY23 Expenses and Year End Close
• Update on Solid Waste Expenses and Trash Company Negotiations
• Discussion of Free Cash Policy

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will discuss and vote on memoranda of agreement with two police union locals, accept a police department grant, and hire van drivers for the COA. The board will also call a special town meeting for November and hear a presentation from Community Paradigm Associates.

• Vote on Memorandum of Agreement with NEPBA Local 88A (Patrol)
• Vote on Memorandum of Agreement with NEPBA Local 88B (Sergeants)
• Vote to accept Police Department Grant
• Vote on COA Van Driver Hires
• Call for November Special Town Meeting

Conservation Commission

The Holbrook Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss updates on enforcement orders and remediation plans at four properties, including 44 Clover Road, 20 Leather Chip Road, 2 Phillips Road, and 8 Hamilton Way. They will also discuss MACC membership and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda is mostly routine updates and administrative items.

• Update on enforcement order and remediation plans at 44 Clover Road (Nilso & Tina Docanto, Charles Woodward)
• Request to add a 2-car garage at 20 Leather Chip Road (Roger Villiard)
• Update on enforcement order, planting and siltation fence plans at 2 Phillips Road (Gerry McGath)
• Contractor hiring to remediate and stabilize land at 8 Hamilton Way (Jose DaSilva)
• Discussion on MACC membership

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will meet to hold a public hearing on a common victualler license for Summit's Place at 134 S. Franklin Street, and vote on several items including a CDBG municipal payment waiver request, an HRECC part-time employee hire, an intermunicipal agreement with Sudbury, a DPW administrative assistant hire, and a Town Hall closure on 9/29. The agenda also includes two executive sessions for personnel and collective bargaining matters.

• Public hearing at 7:15pm on common victualler license for Summit's Place, 134 S. Franklin Street
• Vote on request to waive municipal payment requirement for CDBG
• Vote on HRECC part-time employee hire
• Vote on intermunicipal agreement with Town of Sudbury
• Vote on DPW administrative assistant hire and Town Hall closure 9/29

Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee is meeting to follow up on prior actions, including Narcan leave-behind for the police department and fentanyl test strips, and to discuss asset mapping and a draft survey. The agenda is routine and focused on administrative updates and planning.

• Follow-up on Narcan leave-behind for Holbrook Police Department
• Update on fentanyl test strips
• Asset mapping and inventorying discussion
• Review of draft survey
• Agenda setting for next meeting

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting of the Holbrook Council on Aging Board of Directors has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' indicating that the meeting is likely procedural or administrative, with details available only in the minutes.

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board is meeting to vote on several personnel and grant items, including appointing a permanent police sergeant, hiring a COA van driver, and accepting an Open Space Committee grant. They will also enter executive session to discuss negotiations with nonunion personnel, followed by a vote on the interim town administrator's employment contract. The meeting includes a citizens' forum and is open to the public via Zoom.

• Vote on permanent Police Sergeant appointment
• Vote on COA Van Driver hire
• Vote on Open Space Committee grant acceptance
• Executive session for nonunion personnel negotiations (Interim Town Administrator)
• Vote on Interim Town Administrator employment contract

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to continue its discussion of a feasibility study by Habeeb & Associates on converting the old JFK School on Plymouth Street into a new, expanded COA facility. The committee will also hear updates on research into other COAs' shared mixed-use spaces and funding opportunities. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Continued discussion of Habeeb & Associates feasibility study of old JFK School on Plymouth Street for expanded COA facility
• Updates on research of other COAs' shared mixed-use space and funding opportunities
• Approval of minutes from August 22, 2023 meeting

Conservation Commission

The Holbrook Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss several property-related matters, including a request to add a garage, partial certificates of compliance, and enforcement orders for tree clearing and land stabilization. The agenda includes both new business and informal old business, with no major policy decisions listed.

• 20 Leather Chip Road: request to add a 2-car garage
• 75 South Street: partial Certificate of Compliance for Units 11-14 and 19-20
• 34 W Shore Road: tree clearing enforcement order discussion
• 2 Phillips Road: update on enforcement order, planting and siltation fence plans
• 8 Hamilton Way: contractor hired to remediate and stabilize land

Council on Aging

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, specific meeting details, or topics for discussion.

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will discuss and vote on employment contracts for the Interim Town Administrator and Assistant Town Administrator, and consider a request to use Sumner Field for a Faith & Blue event. The board will also hold an executive session to prepare for negotiations with nonunion personnel before returning to open session.

• Discussion/Vote on use of Sumner Field for Faith & Blue Event
• Executive Session per M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) for negotiations with nonunion personnel
• Discussion/Vote on Interim Town Administrator Employment Contract
• Discussion/Vote on Assistant Town Administrator Employment Contract
• Citizens' Forum

Planning Board

The Holbrook Planning Board is meeting to continue discussions on two major development proposals: a seven-lot single-family subdivision at 85-86 Sherrick Avenue and a 34-unit condominium building at 181 N Franklin Street. The board will also receive an update on the MBTA overlay district and vote to approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Continued review of definitive subdivision plan for 7 buildable single-family lots at 85-86 Sherrick Avenue (revised plans dated 8/4/23)
• Continued special permit review for 34-unit condo building at 181 N Franklin Street (28 two-bedroom, 6 one-bedroom units, with parking under)
• Discussion/update on MBTA overlay district
• Vote to approve meeting minutes from August 15, 2023

Board of Health

The Board discussed potential revisions to tobacco regulations to address flavored hemp wraps and align with state fines. No formal votes were taken on regulation changes. The Board also coordinated upcoming PFAS source identification testing with the DEP.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available; the agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting.

The committee discussed the lack of enforceable laws and frameworks for identifying and maintaining open space. Members reviewed open space plans from other towns and began developing a visioning survey to gauge resident interests in development and land use.

• Proposed the creation of a smaller working group
• Agreed to develop a list of survey questions for the next meeting

Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee is holding its first organizational meeting. Members will elect a chair, vice chair, and clerk, and discuss communication norms. The agenda includes a presentation on allowable uses of opioid settlement funds and guidance from the state Department of Public Health, followed by planning next steps.

• Vote to appoint Committee Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk
• Discussion of group communication norms and non-stigmatizing language
• Opioid Settlements 101: allowable activities, best practices, DPH guidance
• Determining questions and information needed for planning process

The committee elected a Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk. Members discussed potential uses for approximately $50,000 in annual settlement funds, including Narcan boxes and social worker hiring, to make recommendations to the Selectboard.

• Elected Allyson Pinkhover as chair (6-0-0)
• Elected Patricia Conway as Vice Chair (6-0-0)
• Elected Barbara Davis as Clerk (6-0-0)

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, topics, or specific items for discussion.

The Select Board appointed Peter Morin as Interim Town Administrator and approved a legal services agreement for cable license renewal. The Board also authorized a contract for a textile bin at the COA. Discussion regarding the Assistant Town Administrator employment agreement was tabled.

• Approved Cable License Renewal Legal Services Agreement with Epstein & August, LLP (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Helpsy for the Textile Bin at the COA (4-1)
• Appointed Peter Morin as Interim Town Administrator (4-0-1)
• Tabled discussion on Assistant Town Administrator employment agreement

Select Board

The meeting will follow standard procedural matters with no substantive decisions or discussions planned.

The Select Board approved three personnel hires for the Treasurer-Collector's Office and appointed two members to the Holbrook Housing Authority. A vote to hire an Interim Town Administrator did not occur because the board lost its quorum.

• Hired Alex Stigas as Temporary Clerk/Intern at $23.70/hour (3-0)
• Hired Jessica Garner as Principal Clerk at $23.70/hour (4-0)
• Hired Juliana Smith as Assistant to the Collector at $25.60/hour (4-0)
• Appointed Sana Banks and Leanna Green to the Holbrook Housing Authority (3-1)
• Tabled hire of Interim Town Administrator due to loss of quorum

Conservation Commission

The Holbrook Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several conservation-related matters. These include an informal review of a garage addition at 20 Leatherchip Road, a Certificate of Compliance request for 24 Hamilton Way, and updates on enforcement orders for properties at 44 Clover Road and 2 Phillips Road. The commission will also hear an update on remediation efforts at 8 Hamilton Way and welcome a new part-time Conservation Agent.

• Informal review: garage addition at 20 Leatherchip Road
• Certificate of Compliance request for 24 Hamilton Way
• Enforcement order update: remediation plan at 44 Clover Road
• Enforcement order update: planting and siltation fence plans at 2 Phillips Road
• Update: contractor hired to remediate and stabilize land at 8 Hamilton Way

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers requested by department heads and HCAM, address resource constraints in the Treasurer's office, and receive an update on the free cash policy from a subcommittee. The agenda includes routine administrative items and financial oversight matters.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers for department heads and HCAM request
• Discussion of resource constraints in the Treasurer's office
• Update on the Free Cash Policy from FinCom subcommittee

The committee approved the July 27 meeting minutes and rescinded a reserve fund transfer for HCAM. Members discussed staffing shortages in the Treasurer's and Accountant's offices and the potential purchase of DocuSign. The Free Cash Policy review was deferred to the September meeting.

• Approved July 27 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Rescinded HCAM Reserve Fund Transfer
• Tabled Free Cash Policy to September meeting

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, specific meeting details, or topics for discussion.

The Select Board approved the sale of $3,223,000 in Bond Anticipation Notes for a standpipe project. The Board also hired a part-time Conservation Agent and filled several municipal board vacancies. Additionally, a lien subordination request for a housing rehabilitation program was approved.

• Approved sale of $3,223,000 General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes for standpipe (4-0)
• Hired Brittany Segill as part-time Conservation Agent at $29/hour (4-0)
• Approved lien subordination request for Case R-201E (4-0)
• Appointed Cristina Lucci-McShain to Open Space Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Joseph Bussolari to Council on Aging Board for 1-year term (4-0)
• Appointed Becky Simulis to Cultural Council for 3-year term (4-0)
• Appointed Ellen Doherty-Walsh to Board of Registrars for 3-year term (4-0)
• Approved open session minutes from June 7 through August 9, 2023 (4-0)

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to continue its discussion of a feasibility study by Habeeb & Associates on converting the old JFK School on Plymouth Street into an expanded COA facility. The committee will also hear updates on research into other COAs' shared mixed-use spaces and funding opportunities, and will elect officers and approve prior minutes.

• Continued discussion of Habeeb & Associates feasibility study of old JFK School on Plymouth Street as new COA location
• Updates on research into other COAs' shared mixed-use space and funding opportunities
• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2023

The committee held elections for officers and approved the June 20, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed research on shared-space COA facilities and the status of building drawings from Habeeb and Associates. Further progress on the new COA is pending the appointment of a new Interim Town Administrator.

• Elected Elaine Hyland as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Christopher Eddington as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Susan Murray as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved June 20, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Holbrook Planning Board is meeting to continue several pending applications, including a special permit for a 34-unit condo building on N Franklin Street, a site plan for a mixed-use building on Union Street, and a subdivision on Sherrick Avenue. The board will also discuss the MBTA Overlay District and vote on prior meeting minutes. All items are continuations of earlier discussions, with no final decisions guaranteed at this meeting.

• Cont. 85-86 Sherrick Avenue: special permit for 7 single-family lots, revised plans dated 8/4/23
• Cont. 73-77 Union Street: site plan for 3-story mixed-use building with 5 apartments and 600 sq ft commercial space
• Cont. 35 Abington Avenue: special permit to convert garage and enclose porch into living space
• Cont. 181 N Franklin Street: special permit for 34-unit condo building (28 two-bedroom, 6 one-bedroom) with parking under
• Cont. MBTA Overlay District: discussion/update

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, specific topics, or meeting details. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Select Board approved two quarterly ambulance abatement reports and a street closure permit for a holiday event. The Board also conditionally approved a new COA van driver. No decision was reached regarding the appointment of an Interim Town Administrator after failed motions to change the hiring process.

• Approved ambulance abatements of $476,082.87 (Jan 1-Mar 31, 2023) and $429,387.90 (Apr 1-Jun 30, 2023) (3-0)
• Approved hiring of Mr. Potash as part-time COA van driver pending CORI/SORI and driving record checks (3-0)
• Approved street closure permit for North Franklin Street and Jewel Rd for 12/2/2023 (3-0)
• Denied motion to set Sept 15 resume deadline for Interim TA (2-2)
• Denied motion to end Interim TA discussion until all 5 members were present (2-2)

Council on Aging

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain any specific topics, decisions, or discussions for the August 9, 2023, meeting.

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting of the Holbrook Council on Aging Board of Directors has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive items for public discussion.

The Board approved the July 19, 2023 minutes and accepted the treasurer's report. Members received updates on the JFK School feasibility study and the acquisition of a partial grant for van safety upgrades.

• Approved July 19, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's report (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Holbrook Board of Health is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive Health Agent updates, and discuss follow-up on Body Art regulations and a public hearing. The board will also vote on whether to hold a public hearing to rescind, suspend, or modify the TLA Holbrook Site Assignment due to changed circumstances and potential public health threats.

• Vote to approve minutes from 4/13/23, 5/8/23, and 6/13/23
• Discussion on Body Art regulation and public hearing follow-up
• Discussion on determining cause to hold hearing on TLA Holbrook Site Assignment
• Vote to hold public hearing to rescind, suspend, or modify TLA Holbrook Site Assignment
• Citizens' Concerns

The Board of Health voted to request comments from the Department of Public Health (DPH) and ask the DEP to delay the TLA Authorization to Construct until those comments are received. The Board also appointed a representative to the Open Space Committee and discussed upcoming body art regulations.

• Approved minutes from 4/13, 5/8, 6/13, and 7/18/2023 (4-0)
• Appointed Cristina Lucci-McShain to the Open Space Committee (4-0)
• Decided to issue letter to DPH requesting comment on TLA project
• Decided to issue letter to DEP requesting delay of Authorization to Construct until DPH comments
• Agreed that Body Art Practitioner applications must be from an accredited institution

Conservation Commission

The Holbrook Conservation Commission is meeting to continue discussions on several property enforcement orders and remediation plans, including site walk results and escrow account considerations. The agenda also includes an update on a property owner hiring a contractor for land remediation, plus old business and approval of past meeting minutes.

• Continued RDA for 35 Washington Circle, results of site walk from 7/08/2023
• Continued remediation plan for 44 Clover Road, Enforcement Order for Nilso and Tina Docanto
• Continued update on Enforcement Order for 2 Phillips Road, consideration of escrow account for remediation fines
• Update on 8 Hamilton Way, hiring contractor to remediate and stabilize land
• Approve meeting minutes from 6/27/2023

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, specific topics, or meeting details for the August 2, 2023, session.

The Select Board approved the appointment of Arielle Harrold to the Assistant Town Treasurer position. The board also authorized 45-day temporary hires for the Town Administrator's and Treasurer/Collector's offices. An interview was conducted for the Interim Town Administrator position, with a final decision pending further interviews.

• Approved appointment of Arielle Harrold as Assistant Town Treasurer (4-0)
• Approved 45-day temporary hires for Town Administrator and Treasurer/Collector offices (3-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining and litigation regarding Teamsters Local 653 (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, vote on its FY24 board reorganization, and discuss reserve fund transfers. They will also hear from the Library Board of Directors about library salaries and an interim plan for the library director, and from the Select Board Chair about the town administrator plan.

• Vote on FY24 board reorganization
• Reserve fund transfers from department heads
• Library salaries and interim plan for library director
• Contracting for former library director
• Town administrator plan

The committee elected new officers and established a subcommittee for the Free Cash Policy. A request to transfer $31,893 from the reserve fund to convert a conservation agent position to full-time was tabled.

• Approved meeting minutes for 7/10 (5-0-0)
• Elected Barry as Chair
• Elected Mike as Vice Chair
• Elected Brian as Secretary
• Appointed Susan to Capital Planning
• Tabled Reserve Fund Transfer of $31,893 (6-0-0)
• Established Free Cash Policy subcommittee consisting of Anne, Brian, and Mike

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, specific meeting details, or discussion topics. There are no items listed for decision or discussion.

The Select Board approved the return of the Assistant Town Treasurer position to the Union Clerical Agreement and approved the job description and posting for an Interim Town Administrator. The Board discussed interview protocols and the process for selecting a recruitment firm.

• Approved returning Assistant Town Treasurer position to the Union (5-0)
• Approved Interim Town Administrator job posting and description pending final edits (5-0)

Council on Aging

The provided document is a blank public meeting notice template and does not contain any specific topics, decisions, or discussions for the July 19, 2023, meeting.

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain any specific topics, decisions, or discussions for the July 19, 2023, meeting.

The Select Board voted to accept three state grants and approved the hiring of Thomas McHugh as a DPW summer help laborer. The board tabled decisions regarding the Town Administrator search and the Landfill Reuse and Repurpose Committee.

• Approved acceptance of 3 state grants (5-0)
• Approved hiring Thomas McHugh as DPW Summer help laborer (5-0)
• Re-appointed 6 voting members to the DEI Committee (4-0)
• Tabled discussion on Holbrook Landfill Reuse and Repurpose Committee
• Tabled vote on Interim and Permanent Town Administrator job postings

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting of the Holbrook Council on Aging Board of Directors has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Board elected its leadership for the term and unanimously approved the June 14, 2023, minutes and the Treasurer's report. Members discussed the feasibility study for the old JFK School and the receipt of a grant for van safety upgrades.

• Elected Gary Newton (Chair), Beatrice Taggart (Co-Chair), Elaine Hyland (Secretary), and Sandra Lemieux (Treasurer)
• Approved June 14, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's report (unanimous)

Board of Health

The agenda for this meeting is empty; no items are listed for discussion or decision. Residents are directed to review the meeting minutes for any actions taken.

The Board discussed proposed body art facility regulations and environmental concerns regarding TLA. No final votes were taken on regulations or TLA site assignments, though a public comment date was set.

• Scheduled public comment on tattoo regulations for 9/19/2023 at 19:00
• Approved church kitchen food event inspection
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Holbrook Conservation Commission is meeting to continue several ongoing enforcement and remediation matters, including a remediation plan at 44 Clover Road and an update on an enforcement order at 2 Phillips Road. The board will also discuss a request for determination at 35 Washington Circle, a 3-year extension request for an Order of Conditions at an unspecified location, and an update on land remediation at 8 Hamilton Way. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of continued items and old business, with no new major decisions listed.

• Continued: 44 Clover Road remediation plan and enforcement order (Charles Woodward, Nilso and Tina Docanto)
• Continued: 2 Phillips Road enforcement order update and escrow account remediation fines discussion (Gerry McGath)
• Continued: 35 Washington Circle request for determination, results of site walk from 7/08/2023
• Continued: 3-year extension request for Order of Conditions (Green Seal Environmental LLC)
• Update: 8 Hamilton Way contractor hiring for land remediation and stabilization (Jose DaSilva)

Select Board

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The Select Board approved intermunicipal agreements for dispatch services and a regional MOU for a Veterans' Agent. The Board also approved FY23 year-end budget transfers and requested a reserve fund transfer to support a full-time Conservation Agent position.

• Approved intermunicipal agreements with Stoughton and Fairhaven for Dispatch Services (3-0-1)
• Approved 19 FY23 Year End Transfer requests (4-0)
• Approved participation in regional plan and signed MOU for Veterans' Agent (3-1)
• Approved request for reserve Fund transfer prior to posting FT Conservation Agent position (4-0)
• Approved May 10, 2023 Open Session minutes (4-0)
• Tabled discussion on time off request form
• Tabled appointment of Interim Town Administrator

Planning Board

The Holbrook Planning Board is meeting to consider and continue several special permit and site plan applications, including a garage conversion, a seven-lot subdivision, a mixed-use building, and a 34-unit condo building. The board will also discuss the MBTA Overlay District and handle new or old business.

• Special permit: 35 Abington Avenue, convert garage and enclose porch into family living space
• Continued special permit: 85-86 Sherrick Avenue, seven single-family residential lots, waiver list
• Continued site plan: 73-77 Union Street, demolish existing structure, build three-story mixed-use with five apartments and 600 sq. ft. commercial space
• Continued public hearing: 181 N Franklin Street, 34-unit condo building (28 two-bedroom, 6 one-bedroom) with parking under
• Discussion/update: MBTA Overlay District

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers requested by department heads, and review year-end transfers presented by the Town Accountant. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers from department heads
• Year-end transfers presented by Town Accountant

The Finance Committee approved various budget transfers to cover salary increases, overtime, and consultant fees. The committee also reviewed expenditures for public safety maintenance and the Treasurer Collector's office.

• Approved transfer for Town Admin Salary and Assistant to Town Admin Salary
• Approved transfer for Town Accountant OT (7-0)
• Approved Deputy Assessor budget return of $71 (7-0)
• Approved Treasurer Collector transfer to Brown Legal (5-2)
• Approved $43k for HR consultant (7-0)
• Approved Town Clerk salary increase (7-0)
• Approved Public Safety Maintenance utilities overage (5-2)
• Approved DPW Salaries back pay (6-0-1)

Select Board

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The Select Board approved a new trash services contract with Capitol Waste Services and increased quarterly trash rates by $12.50. The Board also approved FY24 ambulance rates, year-end transfers, and the installation of a stop sign at Dalton Road and Hillside Avenue.

• Approved FY24 Trash Rate increase of $12.50 per quarter (4-0)
• Approved FY24 Trash Services contract with Capitol Waste Services (4-0)
• Approved addition of a stop sign at Dalton Road and Hillside Avenue (4-0)
• Approved FY24 Ambulance rates (4-0)
• Approved Year End Transfer Requests (4-0)
• Approved Committee and Annual appointments (4-0)
• Approved posting for Principal Clerk - Town Treasurer/Collector position
• Tabled discussions on Director of Inspectional Services and Veterans Agent staffing

Planning Board

The Holbrook Planning Board will hold public hearings on two proposals: a site plan for three commercial buildings at 27 Water Street and a definitive subdivision plan for seven single-family lots on Gioioso Drive Extension and Sherrick Avenue. The board will also discuss new and old business.

• Site plan special permit for 3 commercial buildings with 7 storage bays at 27 Water Street
• Definitive subdivision plan for 7 single-family lots at Gioioso Drive Ext/85-86 Sherrick Avenue
• Public hearings for both proposals
• New business and old business discussion

Conservation Commission

The Holbrook Conservation Commission is meeting to review several items, including a request for a residential landscaping project, a Certificate of Compliance request, and updates on enforcement orders. The agenda also includes discussion of old business and approval of previous meeting minutes. This is a regular working meeting with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• RDA at 35 Washington Street: level back yard by adding soil, large boulders, and landscaping (Jessica & Gary Sullivan)
• DEP 182-334 at 735 Plymouth St: COC request (Christopher Sherwood, Esq., John Flanagan)
• Cont. at 2 Phillips Road: Enforcement Order remediation plan (Gerry McGath)
• Update at 8 Hamilton Way: Enforcement Order (Jose DaSilva)
• Approve meeting minutes from 6/12/2023

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will meet for an executive session to conduct strategy sessions for negotiations with nonunion personnel. The meeting also includes sessions for collective bargaining or contract negotiations involving the Town Administrator.

• Executive Session regarding nonunion personnel negotiations

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes for any prior discussion.

The Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee approved a preferred location for the new COA within the Old JFK School. The committee will now coordinate with Habeeb and Associates to redesign the area based on COA needs.

• Approved May 2, 2023 and May 30, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Option A (former gym area) as the preferred COA location (3-1-1)

Council on Aging

The provided document is a blank public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, topics, or specific meeting details for the June 14, 2023, meeting.

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will meet to consider appointments for Special Police Officers and discuss the Sycamore Street Standpipe IMA modification. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Civil Service list and Board of Assessors staffing.

• Swearing in new officers Zachary Martineau and James Micciche
• Vote on appointments for Special Police Officers including Amando Soto, Robert McNamara, Richard Reuss, and Leonard Lilly
• Discussion/Vote regarding Sycamore Street Standpipe- IMA Modification
• Discussion regarding the Civil Service list
• Discussion regarding Board of Assessors staffing

The Select Board approved a modification to the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Randolph regarding the Sycamore Street Standpipe. The board also authorized hiring from the Civil Service List and appointed four Special Police Officers.

• Approved minutes from June 5, 2023 (4-0)
• Authorized a call for two people from the Civil Service List for July 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved appointments of Special Police Officers Armando Soto, Rick Reuss, Robert McNamara, and Leonard Lilly (5-0)
• Approved Sycamore Street Standpipe IMA Modification (3-2)
• Voted to adjourn to Executive Session for collective bargaining and litigation strategy (5-0)

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The Board approved the May 10 minutes and the Treasurer's report. Members voted on the design of 24 new T-shirts and discussed a feasibility study for the old JFK School. The Board also noted the availability of $65,000 for a wheelchair-accessible mini-van.

• Approved May 10, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 24 T-shirts for $242.00
• Voted to place T-shirt logo in the center of the shirt
• COA Building Advisory Committee selected Option C (North wing) for JFK School feasibility study

Board of Health

The Holbrook Board of Health meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text only directs readers to review the minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting.

• No agenda items listed

The Board of Health voted to retain McGregor, Legere, and Stevens for legal guidance on multifamily zoning. The Board also discussed the creation of new body art regulations and reviewed pest control compliance at 1 Beach Road.

• Approved hiring McGregor, Legere, and Stevens for advisement on TLA-Holbrook & MBTA Multifamily zoning (4-0)

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, specific meeting details, or topics for discussion. No items were listed for the June 7, 2023, meeting.

The Select Board voted against hiring the sole candidate for the Administrative Assistant to the Town Accountant position. The Board approved vacation carryover requests exceeding contractual limits and appointed a new member to the Open Space Committee.

• Denied hire of Administrative Assistant Town Accountant candidate (2-2)
• Approved vacation carryover requests in excess of contractual limits (3-1)
• Appointed Meredith Connors to the Open Space Committee (4-0)
• Approved hiring McGregor, Legere, and Stevens for BOH MBTA multifamily Zoning (4-0)
• Approved hiring of a new Tax Title Attorney (4-0)
• Tabled application for use of Sumner Field by Full Court 21
• Approved minutes from April 26, 2023 (4-0)

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss the architect/engineer progress for the new COA location at the old JFK School on Plymouth Street, and discuss the 2024 State Budget request for funding. The agenda also includes a note about letters of intent for re-appointment to the Select Board due by June 30, 2023.

• Approval of minutes from May 2, 2023 meeting
• Progress update on architect/engineer for new COA at old JFK School, Plymouth Street
• Discussion of 2024 State Budget request for funding
• Letters of intent for re-appointment to Select Board due by June 30, 2023

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, specific topics, or meeting details. No decisions or discussions are listed for this date.

The Select Board voted to authorize an amendment to the Intermunicipal Agreement with Randolph regarding water tower costs. The amendment stipulates that Holbrook will fund the Sycamore Street tank project and Randolph will fund the South Main Street tank project. No decision was reached on vacation carry-over requests.

• Approved amendment to IMA with Randolph regarding Joint Water Board cost sharing (3-1)
• Vacation carry-over requests: no action taken after motion was withdrawn
• Adjourned meeting to Annual & Special Town Meeting (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers with department heads, and review warrant-related business for the Annual Town Meeting and Special Town Meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or project details listed.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers with department heads
• Review warrant for Annual Town Meeting and Special Town Meeting

The Finance Committee recommended no action for Article 14 and Article 15. The committee also approved a reserve fund transfer to cover the HCAM balance.

• Approved meeting minutes for 5/18 (6-0-1)
• Reopened Article 14 (7-0-0)
• Recommended approval of no action for Article 14 (7-0-0)
• Reopened Article 15 (7-0-0)
• Recommended approval of no action for Article 15 (7-0-0)
• Approved reserve fund transfer for HCAM balance (6-0-1)

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee reviewed a Draft Feasibility Study for the adaptive reuse of the JFK building. The committee identified Option C as the preferred location for the COA due to its parking, outdoor access, and proximity to the front entrance.

• Approved motion to identify Option C as the first choice for the COA location, pending further discussion with the architect

Town Clerk Meetings

The Holbrook Public Schools Paraprofessional Negotiations Subcommittee is meeting to vote on entering executive session to discuss strategy and contract negotiations with the paraprofessional unit. The meeting will not reconvene in open session afterward. This is a procedural step for closed-door labor negotiations.

• Vote to enter executive session for strategy and contract negotiations with paraprofessionals
• Meeting held at Holbrook Middle-High School Media Center
• No public session after executive session

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers with department heads, and review items for the Annual Town Meeting warrant, including citizen petitions and a planning article. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or project details listed.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers with department heads
• Review Annual Town Meeting warrant items
• Citizen petitions
• Planning article

The Finance Committee reviewed three Town Meeting articles. The committee voted against recommending the Planning Board and Citizens Police Petitions articles, and voted against recommending the Right to Farm article.

• Approved meeting minutes for 5-4 (5-0-1)
• Recommendation for Planning Board Article 15 denied (0-6-0)
• Recommendation for Citizens Police Petitions Article 16 denied (0-5-1)
• Recommendation for Right to Farm Article 17 denied (1-4-1)

Select Board

The provided document contains a public meeting notice template but does not list any specific topics, discussions, or decisions for the Select Board. There are no scheduled actions or business items recorded in this text.

The Select Board approved a Class II auto license for Best Auto Mart LLC and authorized $15,000 for Board of Health legal consultants. The Board also granted tax abatements for Wendell Cemetery and approved a planning grant application.

• Approved FY24 Planning Assistance Grant through Conway School for Landscape Design (4-0-1)
• Approved Class II Auto License for Best Auto Mart LLC at 383 Union Street pending inspection and BOH approval (5-0)
• Waived municipal payment requirement and approved Housing Rehabilitation Program assistance for case #21-063 (5-0)
• Granted tax abatements for Wendell Cemetery in amounts of $3,802.59 and $9,461.79 (5-0)
• Scheduled annual tree lighting for December 2nd (5-0)
• Approved $500 from Spear Fund for a resident's plumbing repair (5-0)
• Approved funding up to $15,000 for Board of Health outside legal counsel regarding MBTA Overlay District (4-0)
• Determined June 30th will be the last day of the Facilities Manager Pilot Program

Council on Aging

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Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will meet to discuss and vote on warrants for the June 2023 Annual and Special Town Meetings. The board will also consider hiring part-time HRECC employees and making various committee appointments.

• Vote on June 2023 Annual & Special Town Meeting Warrants
• Vote on HRECC Part-Time Employee Hires
• Appointments for Conservation Commission, Open Space Committee, Opioid Settlement Committee, and Historical Commission
• Executive session regarding International Union of Public Employees, Local 151 - Town Clerical Employees

The Select Board approved the annual town meeting warrant and the June 5th special town meeting warrant. The board also hired five part-time dispatchers and filled several committee vacancies. Appointments for the Open Space Committee were tabled.

• Approved hiring 5 part-time dispatchers for the Holbrook Regional Emergency Communications Center (4-0)
• Nominated Katherine Nee and William Conrad to the Conservation Commission (4-0)
• Appointed Pam Vayda, Steve Zebowski, Alex Bisgounis, Allyson Pinkhover, Patty Conway, and Officer Michael Szczesny (alternate Matthew Gray) to the Opioid Settlement Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Mary Donovan and Donald Austin to the Historical Commission (4-0)
• Tabled appointments for the Open Space Committee
• Accepted Annual Town Meeting warrant articles 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 (5-0)
• Accepted the annual town meeting warrant as written (5-0)
• Approved the June 5th special town meeting warrant (3-2)

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting of the Holbrook Council on Aging Board of Directors has no agenda available. The agenda text indicates only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The Board approved the April 12 minutes and voted to order COA t-shirts with stitched emblems. Members reviewed budget status and discussed upcoming trips and an open house for working residents aged 60+.

• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to order COA t-shirts with stitched emblems

Board of Health

This meeting has no agenda available; it appears to be procedural only. Residents should review the minutes for any actions taken.

The Board of Health approved spending up to $15,000 for legal counsel specializing in land use and environmental issues regarding the TLA Holbrook project. The Board also designated authorized signers and discussed updating the 2010 fee schedule.

• Approved Allyson Pinkhover as primary and Cristina Lucci-McShain as secondary authorized signers (5-0)
• Approved retaining outside counsel for TLA Holbrook project advisement up to $15,000 (5-0)
• Agreed to provide DEP PFAS testing information with well permit renewals

Town Clerk Meetings

The Holbrook Public Schools Paraprofessional Negotiations Subcommittee is meeting to vote on entering executive session to discuss strategy and contract negotiations with the paraprofessional unit. The meeting will not reconvene in open session, so no public decisions are expected.

• Vote to enter executive session for contract negotiations with paraprofessionals

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, consider reserve fund transfers requested by department heads, and discuss the 2024 budget, including comments from the Selectboard chair and other members. They will also review the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. This is a working session focused on budget and warrant preparation.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers from department heads
• Discuss 2024 budget with Selectboard chair comments
• Review Annual Town Meeting Warrant

The Holbrook Finance Committee voted on 16 articles for the upcoming Town Meeting, recommending all but two. Article 9 was not recommended due to a legal defect, and Article 16 was also not recommended. Article 6 was recommended as amended (5-2) after discussion on funding sources and potential revenue shortfalls.

• Approved minutes of 4-27 meeting (7-0)
• Recommended Articles 1-4 (housekeeping) (7-0)
• Recommended Article 5 (7-0-1, PJ abstained)
• Recommended Article 6 as amended (5-2, Mike and Barry opposed)
• Recommended Article 7 (7-0)
• Recommended Article 8 (7-0)
• Denied recommendation for Article 9 (0-7)
• Denied recommendation for Article 16 (0-7)

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, specific topics, or meeting details. No decisions or discussions are listed for this date.

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the feasibility study for the new COA location at the old JFK School, including costs and progress, with a possible vote. They will also review a promotional flyer, social media updates, and a request for additional funding in the 2024 state budget. The meeting includes approval of the previous minutes and other business.

• Discussion and possible vote on feasibility study for new COA location at old JFK School (Habeeb & Associates)
• Review of COA promo flyer and social media account updates
• Discussion of 2024 State Budget and request for additional funding
• Approval of minutes from April 4, 2023 meeting

The committee voted to submit a funding request directly to Senator Keenan's office if it is discovered that Greg Hanley did not file the request. Members discussed the status of a feasibility study and the distribution of a strategic plan and vision packet to other town boards.

• Approved motion to submit funding request directly to Senator Keenan's office (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes for 4/4/23 (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers with department heads, and conduct a final review of the 2024 budget, including a vote. They will also review the capital plan and begin reviewing the special meeting warrant. The agenda includes only these items, with no other substantive topics listed.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers with department heads
• Final 2024 budget review, comments, and vote
• Review capital plan
• Start review of special meeting warrant

The Finance Committee recommended the overall budget with approximately $407,000 in reductions. The committee also voted to recommend a series of capital articles including traffic improvements, police equipment, and road repairs.

• Recommended Fincom Budget with ~$407,000 reduction (7-0-1)
• Increased General Expense by $10,000 to restore to $100,000
• Recommended Article 6 with amendment to 200k (7-0-0)
• Recommended Article 11 Traffic Improvement Grant Town Share (7-0-0)
• Recommended Article 13 Police Body/Dash Cams as amended (7-0-0)
• Recommended Article 15 Library Flooding as amended (7-0-0)
• Recommended Article 16 COA Van funding from Free Cash as amended (7-0-0)
• Recommended Article 20 PWD Road Repair Phase II reduced to 400k (7-0-0)

Select Board

The provided document is a blank public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda or specific topics for discussion.

The Select Board appointed five residents to the Historical Commission, DEI Committee, and Open Space Committee. The Board also designated a representative for the Spear Fund and a member for the Hazardous Mitigation Plan Committee. Discussions were held regarding FY24 budget changes and Town Meeting articles, but no votes were taken on those items.

• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Appointed Catherine Nieves to the Historical Commission (3-0-1)
• Appointed Patricia Conway as Select Board representative for the Spear Fund (4-0)
• Appointed David Reilly to the Hazardous Mitigation Plan Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Zachary Kontra to the DEI Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Alison Bowden, Patricia Greely, and Denise Louis to the Open Space Committee (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers with department heads, and continue its review of the 2024 budget, focusing on departments not covered in the previous session. The committee will also consider suggested edits, questions for department heads, and updates on enterprise funds.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers with department heads
• Review 2024 budget for departments not reviewed on 4/13
• Committee suggested edits to budget
• Update on enterprise funds

The committee increased funding for HCAM based on a director's email. Members planned to vote on the final budget and review the Capital Plan and Special Town Meeting warrant at the next meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Increased HCAM funding for 2024 budget
• Confirmed insurance increase per agent recommendation

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda or specific topics for discussion. No items were listed for the April 19, 2023, meeting.

The Select Board voted to deny an applicant for the Assistant Town Accountant position due to a lack of qualifications and ordered the job to be posted publicly. The Board also appointed representatives to two county and emergency boards and formed a hazardous mitigation committee.

• Denied applicant for Assistant Town Accountant and ordered public re-posting (4-0)
• Appointed Patricia Conway to the Norfolk County Advisory Board (4-0)
• Appointed Katie Goldrick to the Local Emergency Planning Committee (4-0)
• Formed the Hazardous Mitigation Plan Committee (4-0)
• Changed authorized warrant signatories to require a majority of the Select Board (4-0)
• Approved open session minutes from April 5, 2023 (4-0)
• Tabled appointment of Assistant Treasurer

Board of Health

The Board reorganized its leadership following the April 2023 election and approved revisions to the BOH fee schedule, updating rates from 2010 and adding new service fees. The Board also discussed PFAS water levels and upcoming hazardous waste collection events.

• Elected Allyson Pinkhover as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Cristina Lucci-McShain as Vice Chair (4-0-1)
• Elected Chad Kaplan as Clerk (5-0)
• Approved revisions to BOH Fee Schedule, including new fees for court appearances, reinspections, and body art (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers with department heads, and review the 2024 budget. The budget discussion includes updates on enterprise funds, committee-suggested edits, and questions for department heads. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the 2024 budget review.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers with department heads
• 2024 budget discussion including enterprise funds update
• Committee suggested edits to budget
• Questions for department heads

The committee reviewed budget figures and discussed a $48,000 fund transfer from 2019 that needs to be earmarked for the Council on Aging. The Town Accountant will investigate the legality of adding a corrective article to the town meeting warrant.

• Approved meeting minutes for 4/6 (6-0-0)

Council on Aging

The provided document is a public meeting notice template that contains no specific agenda items, dates, or times for the April 12, 2023, meeting.

The Board unanimously approved the budget and the purchase of 20 staff t-shirts. Members also approved the creation of name tags for staff and volunteers. The Board discussed a feasibility study for a new building at the former JFK Elementary School.

• Approved budget (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 20 t-shirts at $13 each pending design approval (unanimous)
• Approved name tags for Board, staff, and volunteers
• Approved minutes from 3/8/23 with corrections (unanimous)
• Cancelled Lake Pearl trip with Avon

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda, specific topics, or meeting details. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Select Board voted to establish the Open Space Committee with a specific membership composition and term structure. The Board also reviewed solid waste rate options and announced vacancies for several town committees.

• Approved open session minutes of March 22, 2023 (2-0-3)
• Established Open Space Committee with 9 members and specific representation requirements (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss an individual's reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health (5-0)

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting of the Holbrook Council on Aging Board of Directors has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The Board unanimously approved the budget and authorized the purchase of staff t-shirts and name tags using the donation account. Members also discussed a feasibility study for a new building and potential library programming for seniors.

• Approved March 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved budget (unanimous)
• Approved order of 20 t-shirts at $13 each pending design approval (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of name tags for Board, staff, and volunteers
• Confirmed cancellation of Lake Pearl trip

Town Clerk Meetings

The Holbrook Board of Library Trustees is meeting to reorganize roles with a new trustee, review library statistics, and discuss old and new business. Key actions include a potential vote on library policies and bylaws, and discussion of Town Meeting warrant articles from the trustees. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.

• Welcome to new Library Trustee and reorganization of trustee roles
• Potential vote on Trustees Bylaws and current Library Policies
• Discussion of Town Meeting and Special Town Meeting warrant articles from Library Trustees
• Update on Signature Event cancellation and event planned for June
• Review of last month's statistics and reports from Library Staff

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, consider reserve fund transfers requested by department heads, and discuss the 2024 budget, including contributions to Blue Hills Regional and Norfolk Agricultural High Schools, capital planning, enterprise accounts, joint water, and indirect expenses. The agenda also includes other business items.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers from department heads
• Discuss 2024 budget: Blue Hills Regional & Norfolk Agricultural High School
• Discuss 2024 budget: Capital Planning Committee
• Discuss 2024 budget: Enterprise Accounts (Trash, Water, Sewer, etc), Joint Water, Indirect Expense Account Items

The committee approved minutes from March 9 and March 23. Members discussed the Blue Hill Regional Technical School budget, potential changes to the Town Meeting date, and funding for PFAS water filters.

• Approved 3/9 meeting minutes (7-0-0)
• Approved 3/23 meeting minutes (6-0-1)

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain an agenda or specific topics for discussion. No decisions, proposals, or items were listed for the April 5, 2023, meeting.

The Select Board reorganized its leadership and rescheduled the Annual & Special Town Meeting to the first week of June. The Board also approved a bond for the Tri-Town Water Treatment Plant and extended the town meeting warrant submission deadline.

• Nominated Katie Goldrick as Chair, Pam Campanella as Vice Chair, and Patty Conway as Clerk (3-2)
• Moved Town Meeting to the first week of June (5-0)
• Appointed Patty Conway to the Capital Planning Committee (5-0)
• Approved issuing bonds not to exceed $7,712,000 for drinking water infrastructure (5-0)
• Re-opened town meeting warrant and extended article submission deadline to April 12th (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for Town Clerical Employees (3-1-1)

Select Board

The provided document is a public meeting notice template and does not contain any specific agenda items, topics, or decisions for the Holbrook Select Board to discuss.

The Select Board authorized borrowing up to $7,712,000 from the Clean Water Trust for the Tri-Town Water Treatment Plant. The Board also reorganized its leadership and rescheduled the Annual & Special Town Meeting to the first week of June.

• Approved $7,712,000 bond for drinking water infrastructure (5-0)
• Nominated Katie Goldrick as Chair, Pam Campanella as Vice Chair, and Patty Conway as Clerk (3-2)
• Moved Town Meeting to the first week of June (5-0)
• Appointed Patty Conway to the Capital Planning Committee (5-0)
• Re-opened town meeting warrant and extended article submission deadline to April 12th (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining strategy (3-1-1)

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to review the feasibility study for a new COA location, discuss promotional materials and social media, and plan for a 2024 state budget funding request. The agenda is mostly routine updates and planning, with no final decisions listed.

• Feasibility study update for new COA location by Habeeb & Associates
• COA promo flyer and social media account updates
• Request for additional funding in the 2024 State Budget
• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2023 meeting

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the feasibility study for a new COA location, update promotional materials, and plan for a 2024 state budget funding request. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being the feasibility study update.

• Feasibility study update for new COA location by Habeeb & Associates
• COA promo flyer and social media account updates
• Request for additional funding in the 2024 State Budget

The committee decided to place an article on the Town Meeting Warrant to earmark $48,000 in the Capital Stabilization Fund for the Council on Aging Facility Project. Members received an update that the feasibility study by Habeeb and Associates is 30% complete. The committee also discussed public outreach and the need for more volunteers.

• Approved meeting minutes from 3/7/23 (unanimous)
• Decided to place article on Town Meeting Warrant to earmark $48,000 for Council on Aging Facility Project

Board of Health

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a placeholder stating no agenda is available, directing readers to review the minutes instead. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public review.

• No agenda items listed

The Board voted to immediately revoke the food permit for 1 Beach Rd due to unaddressed violations. The Board also appointed a representative to the Opioid Committee and finalized the hiring of a new Health Agent.

• Revoked food permit for 1 Beach Rd immediately
• Appointed Allyson to the Opioid Committee (unanimous)
• Hired Britney Jayne as Health Agent starting April 24
• Approved hiring subcommittee minutes from January 21 and February 18
• Set Health Agent salary at $72,000 to $76,000 yearly for the next fiscal year

Finance Committee

This Finance Committee meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is procedural or lacks substantive items.

• No agenda items listed

The committee approved a $1,200 transfer from the Reserve Fund for a file cabinet to store records. The committee also received a budget and operational update from Superintendent Hamilton regarding Holbrook Public Schools.

• Approved $1,200 Reserve Fund transfer for accounting office file cabinet (8-0-0)

Select Board

The provided document contains a public meeting notice template but does not list any specific topics, votes, or discussion items for the Select Board. There is no record of scheduled business in this text.

The Select Board authorized participation in several opioid pharmacy settlements and established a seven-member committee to oversee the funds. The Board also approved a new Health Agent hire and a $10,000 emergency response grant.

• Approved transfer of $100,000 for water expenditures (4-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Holbrook Public Library Fund on June 9 (4-0)
• Approved MOA for annual CORI checks for firefighters (4-0)
• Accepted $10,000 State 911 Department grant for TERT trainings and deployments (4-0)
• Authorized participation in opioid settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart (4-0)
• Approved 7-member composition for the Opioid Settlement Committee (4-0)
• Approved hiring Britney Jayne as Health Agent with starting salary of $67,599 (4-0)
• Requested re-advertisement of COA van driver position

Select Board

The provided document contains a public meeting notice template but does not list any specific topics, votes, or discussions for the Select Board. There are no actionable items or business matters recorded in this text.

The Board authorized participation in several opioid pharmacy settlements and established a seven-member committee to manage the funds. Other actions included approving a $100,000 water expenditure transfer and hiring a new Board of Health Agent.

• Approved $100,000 fund transfer to water expenditures (4-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Holbrook Public Library Fund on June 9 (4-0)
• Approved MOA with Firefighters Local 1452 for annual CORI checks (4-0)
• Accepted $10,000 State 911 Department grant for TERT trainings (4-0)
• Authorized participation in opioid settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart (4-0)
• Approved 7-member composition for the Opioid Settlement Committee (4-0)
• Approved hiring Britney Jayne as Health Agent with starting salary of $67,599 (4-0)
• Requested re-advertisement of COA van driver position

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers requested by department heads, and review the 2024 budget, including the Department of Public Works budget and enterprise accounts (Solid Waste, Water, Sewer, Joint Water), indirect costs, and an update from Inspectional Services.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers from department heads
• Discuss 2024 budget: DPW budget and enterprise accounts (Solid Waste, Water, Sewer, Joint Water)
• Indirect costs
• Inspectional Services update

The committee approved two reserve fund transfers to cover a tuition shortfall and a vendor for a hazard mitigation plan. The committee also reviewed FY24 budget items for the Police, Inspectional Services, Board of Health, and DPW.

• Approved meeting minutes from 02/23 (5-0-0)
• Approved $8,488 reserve fund transfer for Norfolk Aggie bill (5-0-0)
• Approved $3,000 reserve fund transfer for Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0-0)

Select Board

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for discussion or decision.

The Select Board approved a three-year contract for Diane Haley as Benefits Coordinator, subject to modifications and benefits added by Town Counsel. The board also held an executive session regarding personnel negotiations.

• Approved three-year contract for Benefits Coordinator Diane Haley (3-1)

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting of the Holbrook Council on Aging Board of Directors has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes for any prior discussion or decisions.

The Board unanimously approved the budget and the February 8, 2023, meeting minutes. Members reviewed a feasibility study for a new COA building at the former JFK Elementary School and noted a $20M state budget amendment request for design and construction.

• Approved February 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved budget (unanimous)
• Denied request to include Easter Egg Hunt flyers in the newsletter
• Approved $199 MA Grant Watch subscription (voted in February)

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the feasibility study for a new COA location, updates on promotional materials, and a funding request for the 2024 state budget. The agenda includes routine items like approving previous minutes and adjourning.

• Update on feasibility study for new COA location by Habeeb & Associates
• COA promo flyer and social media account updates
• Request for additional funding in the 2024 State Budget

The committee approved the February 7, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed the status of the COA feasibility study and the effort to recover $48,000 in misallocated funds. The town has submitted a $20 million funding request to the state for the COA project.

• Approved February 7, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Select Board

This is a notice of a Select Board meeting, but the agenda has not been posted. The document only contains procedural boilerplate and an ADA accommodation statement.

The Select Board approved the sale of municipal bonds and bond anticipation notes and granted a vehicle sales license to Padula Auto Sales. The Board also appointed Diane Haley as Benefits Coordinator following a split vote. Additionally, the Town will receive a $16 million grant for sidewalk and traffic light improvements.

• Approved sale of $3,450,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2023 Bonds (5-0)
• Approved sale of $3,127,808 General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes (5-0)
• Appointed Diane Haley as Benefits Coordinator contingent on contract negotiations (3-2)
• Approved Class II License for the Sale of Second-Hand Motor Vehicles for Padula Auto Sales (4-0)
• Accepted $100 gift from William Bagley for the Fire Department Gift Account (4-0)
• Authorized Eagle Scout Garren Nordquist to install up to 25 children's book podiums with DPW (4-0)
• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers with department heads, and review the 2024 budget with several town departments. The agenda includes only these items and no other substantive business.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers with department heads
• Discuss 2024 budget with Assessors, Treasurer/Collector (including Debt and Benefits), All Insurance, Library, Inspectional Services

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers requested by department heads, and review the current FY23 financial state with the Town Accountant, including expenses and forecast challenges. The agenda is substantive but contains no specific dollar amounts or project names.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers from department heads
• FY23 current state review with Town Accountant
• Expense review and forecast challenges

The committee approved a funds transfer to cover a $34,000 shortage for dispatch center electric utilities. Several other funding requests for tree removal, storm water management, and Town Hall windows were deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes for 2/9/2023 (6-0-2)
• Approved funds transfer for dispatch utilities (6-3-0)
• Tabled $15,000 DPW tree removal request
• Tabled $25,000 storm water waste management request
• Tabled Town Hall expense review
• Tabled $10,000 Town Hall window repair request

Select Board

This meeting notice contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific agenda items for discussion or decision.

The Select Board approved over $2 million in ARPA funds for the Tri-Town Regional Water Treatment Plant and increased the income limit for senior tax deferrals. The Board also accepted several public safety grants and rescheduled the Annual Town Meeting to May 10, 2023.

• Authorized $2,078,739.98 in Norfolk County ARPA funds for the Tri-Town Regional Water Treatment Plant (3-0-1)
• Increased Gross Receipt Limit for Seniors Clause 41A Deferral of Tax from $40,000 to $55,000 (4-0)
• Approved additional 2% COLA for eligible Norfolk County Retirement System retirees (4-0)
• Accepted $27,000 FEMA grant for a Hazardous Mitigation Plan (4-0)
• Accepted $3,781 and $2,077 DFS grants for fire education programs (4-0)
• Approved $536,003.42 in ambulance abatements for Oct 1 – Dec 31, 2022 (4-0)
• Appointed Daniel P. Kelley as Deputy Tax Collector (4-0)
• Changed Annual and Special Town Meeting date to May 10, 2023 (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, consider reserve fund transfers requested by department heads, and discuss the 2024 budget for public safety departments including Police, Fire, Communications, Emergency Management, and the Public Safety Building. This is a working session focused on budget planning and fund allocations.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers from department heads
• Discuss 2024 budget for Police (includes Animal Control)
• Discuss 2024 budget for Fire, Communications, Emergency Management
• Discuss 2024 budget for Public Safety Building

The committee approved the meeting minutes from January 26, 2023. Members reviewed proposed 2024 budget items for Police, Animal Control, Emergency Management, Fire, EMT, and Communications, as well as Public Safety Building expenses.

• Approved meeting minutes for 1/26/2023 (6-0-0)

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting of the Holbrook Council on Aging Board of Directors has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes.

The Board approved the current budget and a $199 subscription to the MA Grant Watch program. Members discussed the feasibility study for a new building at the former JFK Elementary School and various senior programming updates.

• Approved minutes from 1/11/23 (unanimous)
• Approved budget
• Approved $199 MA Grant Watch subscription

Board of Health

The agenda for this meeting is empty; no items are listed for discussion or decision. The document directs readers to review the minutes instead.

The Board scheduled a hazardous waste collection and town clean-up day for April 22. The Board also approved minutes from seven previous meetings dating from June 2022 to January 2023.

• Scheduled hazardous waste and town clean up day for April 22
• Approved minutes for 6/4/2022, 7/19/2022, 9/1/2022, 10/27/2022, 11/29/2022, 1/12/2023, and 1/19/2023

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss next steps for the feasibility study of a new COA location, update promotional materials and social media, and plan a funding request for the 2024 state budget. The agenda includes routine items like approving prior minutes and adjourning.

• Feasibility study update for new COA location (Habeeb & Associates)
• COA promo flyer and social media account updates
• 2024 State Budget request for additional funding
• Approval of January 3, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved the January 3, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed the progress of a feasibility study and a $20 million funding request submitted by January 20. The committee is currently reviewing the status of $48,000 in CDBG grant money.

• Approved 1/3/23 meeting minutes with one minor edit

Select Board

The February 1, 2023 Select Board meeting agenda is marked as cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers requested by department heads, and begin reviewing the 2024 budget, focusing on Selectmen oversight areas (Inspectional Services, Human Resources) and services (Council on Aging, Library, Town Clerk). Other business may also be discussed.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers from department heads
• 2024 budget discussion: Inspectional Services, Human Resources
• 2024 budget discussion: Council on Aging, Library, Town Clerk

The committee reviewed budget requests and staffing needs for HR, the Council on Aging, and Inspectional Services. No formal votes were taken on budget transfers or department requests. Several items, including the Library and Town Clerk budgets, were rescheduled for future meetings.

• Approved meeting minutes for 12/1/22 and 1/12/2023 (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Finance Committee

The Holbrook Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss reserve fund transfers from department heads, and begin discussions on the 2024 budget with financial, services, and selectmen oversight departments. This is a working session focused on budget planning and fund allocations.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Reserve fund transfers from department heads
• Discuss 2024 budget with Accountant and Finance Committee
• Discuss 2024 budget for Forrest, Veteran's, Historical Commission
• Discuss 2024 budget for Board of Selectmen and Town Administrator

The committee approved reserve fund transfers for a deputy assessor reclassification settlement and $25,000 for additional landfill gas monitoring. Members discussed a $1.058 million overall deficit and potential funding for the Celebration Account and Veterans services.

• Approved reserve fund transfer for deputy assessor reclassification (6-2-0)
• Approved $25,000 for additional landfill monitoring (6-2-0)
• Tabled decision on Norfolk County Agricultural School tuition funding

Board of Health

The agenda for this meeting is empty, with no items listed. The only guidance is to review the minutes, indicating this is a procedural placeholder with no substantive decisions or discussions scheduled.

The Board discussed the interview process and candidate requirements for the Health Agent position. A subcommittee will conduct the first round of interviews this Saturday.

• Established requirement for candidates to have a minimum of a BS in health or science-based field
• Scheduled first round of interviews for this Saturday with a subcommittee
• Determined that all candidates must be asked the same 4-6 questions

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Board unanimously approved the December 14, 2022 minutes. Members reviewed budget status, including a $33K Formula Grant and $43,500 total earmarked for a new mini-van. The Board discussed a feasibility study for a new COA building at the former JFK Elementary School.

• Approved December 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Select Board

The Holbrook Select Board will discuss and vote on hiring a DPW laborer, setting annual and special town meeting dates, a special town meeting related to a Teamsters contract, a police officer appointment, and a Colonial Livery service license renewal. They will also receive a preliminary FY24 budget update and hold an executive session for negotiations with the DPW Superintendent.

• Discussion/Vote DPW Laborer Hire
• Discussion/Vote Set Annual & Special Town Meeting Date
• Discussion/Vote Special Town Meeting (Teamsters Local 653 CBA)
• Discussion/Vote Police Officer Appointment
• Discussion/Vote Colonial Livery Service License Renewal

The Select Board set the date for the Annual and Special Town Meeting and approved several personnel appointments. The Board also renewed a local taxi license and discussed the FY24 preliminary budget.

• Approved hiring John Steele as DPW Laborer pending background check (4-0)
• Scheduled Annual and Special Town Meeting for May 17, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Joseph A. Hurley as Police Officer contingent on mandatory requirements (5-0)
• Approved taxi/livery license renewal for Colonial Livery Service of Holbrook (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session for negotiations with nonunion personnel (5-0)

Council on Aging Board of Directors

This meeting has no published agenda; only minutes are referenced. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate with no actionable items.

The committee approved the December 6, 2022 meeting minutes and reviewed a draft letter to legislators seeking state funding for a new facility. Members discussed the status of a feasibility study and the process for accessing $48,000 in grant funds currently held in the Town Stabilization fund.

• Approved meeting minutes from 12/6/22

Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee

The Holbrook Council on Aging Building Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the next steps for the feasibility study of a new COA location, update promotional materials and social media, and plan a request for additional state funding in the 2024 budget. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Update on feasibility study for new COA location by Habeeb & Associates
• Discussion of COA promo flyer and social media account updates
• Planning for 2024 State Budget funding request
• Approval of minutes from December 6, 2022 meeting

The committee approved the December 6, 2022, meeting minutes. Members discussed a pending feasibility study and a draft letter to legislators seeking state funding. The committee is investigating the placement of a $48,000 Community Block Development Grant currently in the Town Stabilization fund.

• Approved meeting minutes from 12/6/22