{
 "city": "Holden Beach",
 "state": "North Carolina",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/holdenma.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Historic District Commission",
   "headline": "Historic District Commission reviews Blue & Gold Star Memorial Project",
   "summary": "The Historic District Commission will consider the application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Blue & Gold Star Memorial Project. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the June 3, 2026 meeting. No other agenda items are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08122026-1084",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-11-05",
   "body": "Council on Aging",
   "headline": "Council on Aging will consider accepting the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes",
   "summary": "The Holden Beach Council on Aging meeting will begin with the Chairman’s Report, including a vote to accept the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting. Subsequent reports from Friends, HELP at H.O.M.E., the Board of Elder Services, the Director, and the Age and Dementia Committee will be presented. The agenda also includes time for old business, new business, and a citizens’ address before adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11052026-829",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Board of Selectmen",
   "headline": "Holden Beach Board of Selectmen meets to discuss town updates and permits",
   "summary": "The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss town updates, including a seasonal population estimation for the ABCC and timelines for the upcoming town election. The agenda includes routine items such as warrant signing, website updates, and the approval of various permits and appointments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1088",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Board of Assessors",
   "headline": "Board of Assessors to review 2027 tax status and property plans",
   "summary": "The Board of Assessors will review the status of personal and real estate property for Fiscal Year 2027 and discuss motor vehicle excise commitments. The agenda includes updates on data collectors and training, as well as plans submitted for approval at 616 South Road and Kendall Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1083",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Agricultural Commission",
   "headline": "Agricultural Commission to discuss local land and farm updates",
   "summary": "The Agricultural Commission will meet to review past minutes and discuss the status of potential new members. The body will receive updates on the Lands of Local Importance, Central Mass Grown, Red Barn, and the Farmer’s Market.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1085",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Water Sewer Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Board will discuss a sewer extension and easement for the community",
   "summary": "The Holden Water & Sewer Advisory Board will review and approve minutes from the May 12 meeting, receive updates on water quality issues, the ECC site, and a court case involving Worcester and the DCR. The board will also discuss a proposed sewer extension and related easement. Additional items include continued review of sewer rules and planning future topics.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1079",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Holden Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Historical Commission to continue Main Street property work and address website issues",
   "summary": "The Holden Historical Commission will continue work on Main Street properties numbered 826‑925. Members will troubleshoot any problems they encounter with the Worcester Registry of Deeds website. The committee will also discuss which additional properties to research.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1082",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Health Department/Board of Health",
   "headline": "Board of Health to review grant policy and update on public safety building",
   "summary": "The Board of Health will review an FDA grant policy and an update on the 340 Causeway project. The agenda also lists completed Title V inspections and systems being installed or repaired at various locations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1080",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Board will decide bond reductions for Greenwood Estates and Pine Tree Estates.",
   "summary": "The Planning Board will review bond reduction requests for the Greenwood Estates and Pine Tree Estates developments. It will also consider a site redevelopment application for 198 Union Street, which does not require approval under the Subdivision Control Act. Additional items include special permit and site‑plan reviews for properties on Main Street, Salisbury Street, Industrial Drive and a mixed‑use project at 0 Main Street, where the applicant has asked to withdraw. The board will review and approve minutes from June meetings and discuss meeting format.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1081",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee to elect officers and review FY27 budget",
   "summary": "The Holden Beach Finance Committee will meet to review the FY27 budget season, approve minutes from a previous meeting, and elect officers for the 2026-2027 season.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-1072",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission reviews multiple construction permits within wetland and riverfront buffers",
   "summary": "The Holden Conservation Commission will consider several Notices of Intent for single‑family homes and additions that propose grading or building within 100‑foot regulatory buffers to bordering vegetated wetlands or riverfront areas. It will also hear requests for determination of applicability for culvert replacements on Holden Reservoir #1 (South) and #2 (North) and an enforcement order for restoration work at 440 Bailey Road. Project updates for various subdivisions and road work will be presented.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-1077",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-30",
   "body": "Stormwater Committee",
   "headline": "Stormwater Committee to review land disturbance permits",
   "summary": "The Stormwater Committee will review and approve land disturbance permit applications for three properties and discuss future meeting topics. The meeting is scheduled for June 30, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06302026-1076",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Holden Housing Authority",
   "headline": "Board will consider a new accounting services contract for the housing authority",
   "summary": "The Holden Housing Authority Board will review and vote on a contract for accounting services (Resolution 2026-15). The meeting will also update the language access plan (Resolution 2026-14) and receive reports on finance, administration, and the tenant organization. Regular minutes from May 20, 2026 will be approved.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-1074",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board will consider several special permit applications for Main Street properties",
   "summary": "The Holden Beach Planning Board meeting will review and vote on a partial covenant release and bond for Salisbury Pine Tree Estates, a special permit for a fast‑food use at 601 Main Street, and additional special permits and site‑plan reviews for 945 Main Street, 1 Salisbury Street, and 0 Main Street. The board will also approve the minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting and a special permit for a common driveway at 71 and 81 Sterling Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1075",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Zoning / Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Public hearing on appeal of zoning enforcement at 400 Sterling Rd",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on an appeal of a zoning enforcement order for the property at 400 Sterling Rd, involving Ryan and Lynn Snee and alleged commercial use of a residential property. The board will also consider new business, including approval of the meeting minutes from May 21, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-1073",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Agricultural Commission",
   "headline": "Agricultural Commission will consider member reappointment and program updates",
   "summary": "The Holden Beach Agricultural Commission will review and accept past meeting minutes, discuss updates on local lands, the Central Mass Grown program, the Red Barn, and the farmer’s market, and decide on a member reappointment. The committee will also plan the July meeting schedule and consider an educational video presentation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1070",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Board of Selectmen",
   "headline": "Board of Selectmen to review permits and town election timelines",
   "summary": "The Board of Selectmen will consider permit applications for a Farmer's Market and a 5K road race. The meeting includes a presentation on the Dawson Recreation Center Pool and a discussion on town election timelines.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1071",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Stormwater Committee",
   "headline": "Stormwater Committee reviews land disturbance permit for 543 Bullard St",
   "summary": "The Stormwater Committee will consider the land disturbance permit application LD-2026-16 for the property at 543 Bullard Street. The committee will also discuss topics for future meetings and set the date for the next meeting. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-1069",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Cable Advisory Cable",
   "headline": "Cable Advisory Committee to review FY 2027 budget",
   "summary": "The Cable Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the operating budget and review the FY 2027 budget. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding additional revenue.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-1067",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Department of Public Works",
   "headline": "Board will discuss a sewer extension and easement for the town",
   "summary": "The Water & Sewer Advisory Board will review and approve minutes from five prior meetings. It will receive updates from the superintendent, on iron and manganese issues, and on the ECC site. The board will discuss a proposed sewer extension and related easement, and continue reviewing Sewer Rules and Regulations Articles II & III. The meeting will also set the next meeting date.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-1063",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to decide on special permit signage for 944 Main Street",
   "summary": "The Holden Beach Planning Board will review and approve minutes from the May 26 meeting. It will consider a subdivision amendment to split a lot at Bailey and Chapin Roads, which does not require formal approval. The board will hold hearings on special permits for driveway access at 71 and 81 Sterling Road and for new commercial uses at 945 Main Street and 1 Salisbury Street. Finally, it will decide on a special permit for signage at 944 Main Street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-1065",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Holden Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Historical Commission to discuss updating Form B records for Main Street addresses",
   "summary": "The Holden Historical Commission will discuss work on Form B records, including updating forms for 826‑925 Main Street, checking for any existing forms and updating data, consolidating older forms into a single document, and training newer members on using the Worcester Registry of Deeds online.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-1066",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06092026-1066",
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Board of Selectmen",
   "headline": "Board will recess to the Annual Town Meeting",
   "summary": "The Board of Selectmen will open the meeting with a call to order and the Pledge of Allegiance. Members will review and adopt the Board’s positions on agenda articles. The meeting will then recess to the Annual Town Meeting before adjourning.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1064",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee will approve minutes and discuss routine items",
   "summary": "The Holden Beach Finance Committee meeting on June 8, 2026 will address routine agenda items. The committee will approve the previous meeting minutes, discuss town meeting organization, handle miscellaneous finance matters, and plan attendance at the Annual Town Meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1061",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06082026-1061",
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Trustees of Damon Memorial Library",
   "headline": "Library budget preview will be discussed at the June 8 trustees meeting",
   "summary": "The Trustees of Damon Memorial Library will review minutes from the May 26 meeting, hold a public forum, preview the library budget, receive the Director’s Report and Committee Reports, address unfinished and new business, confirm the next meeting date, and adjourn.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1062",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Council on Aging",
   "headline": "Council on Aging meeting to review reports and discuss community issues",
   "summary": "The Holden Beach Council on Aging will meet on June 3, 2026 at 8 AM in the Senior Center. Members will accept the May 6, 2026 minutes, hear reports from the chairman, friends group, Help at H.O.M.E., Board of Elder Services, the director, and the Age and Dementia Committee, and address old and new business as well as a citizens’ address.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-871",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Historic District Commission",
   "headline": "Commission will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness applications.",
   "summary": "The Historic District Commission will review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for the Congregational Church at 1180 Main Street and the Blue & Gold Star Memorial Project. It will also consider approval of the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes. The meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Starbard Building, 1204 Main Street, and via Google Meet.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-875",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.holdenma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}