Lakeville public meetings in 2025

Finance Committee

The Lakeville Finance Committee will meet on Dec. 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM at Old Colony High School, 476 North Avenue, Rochester. After a call to order, members will hold a group discussion on the next steps for the Old Colony Building Project. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Group discussion on “Next Steps” for the Old Colony Building Project

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Dec 18, 2025 to consider Laurie J. Clorite's petition for a special permit under §§270-4.1 and 270-7.4(30)(a) to build a single-family dwelling in the business zone at 12 Highland Road. The Board will also vote to approve the minutes from meetings on Sep 18, Oct 16, and Oct 20, 2025. Future ZBA meeting dates for 2026 will be set during the session.

• Petition for special permit at 12 Highland Road to allow a single-family dwelling in the business zone
• Vote to approve meeting minutes for Sep 18, Oct 16, and Oct 20, 2025
• Adoption of ZBA meeting dates for 2026 (Jan 12 and Jan 15, 2026)
• Board of Health and Conservation Commission have expressed no objections to the petition

The board voted unanimously to approve the special permit for the property at 12 Highland Road, allowing residential use in a business‑zoned area, contingent on Planning Board approval and a setback of less than 60 feet on Lot 1. The board also approved the September 18, October 16, and October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (with votes recorded as unanimous or with abstentions). The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved special permit for 12 Highland Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 16, 2025 meeting minutes (passed; Youngquist abstained)
• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (passed; Youngquist abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss a request for septic system distance reductions at 135 Staples Shore Road. The board will also review pending inspections for two new food establishments and discuss the definition of a bedroom.

• 135 Staples Shore Road: Request to reduce septic tank distance from 10' to 9' for property line and slab foundation
• Angers Conway Farm Store (33 Southworth Street): New retail-prepackaged food establishment license
• Sodexo Operations, LLC (175 Kenneth Welch Drive): New food establishment license
• Discussion regarding the definition of a bedroom
• Review of pending items from the BOH Agent

The Board of Health approved after‑the‑fact septic variances for 135 Staples Shore Rd. It also approved a retail pre‑packaged food establishment at 33 Southworth Street and a food‑service license for Sodexo at 175 Kenneth Welch Drive. The Board voted to continue the discussion to the January 7 meeting and then adjourned.

• Approved after‑the‑fact variances for 135 Staples Shore Rd (2‑0)
• Approved retail pre‑packaged food only establishment at 33 Southworth St (unanimous)
• Approved food establishment license for Sodexo at 175 Kenneth Welch Dr (unanimous)
• Voted to continue to the January 7 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet on December 17, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. in the Library at 4 Precinct Street. The board will discuss and possibly vote on the FY27 Budget Draft, the FY27 Holiday Calendar, and a Carnegie Corporation gift update. Additional updates include the teen space redesign, circulation computer replacements, and policy reviews for quiet rooms and memorial benches. Reports on finances, programs, building and grounds, and other library matters will also be presented.

• FY27 Budget Draft – discussion and possible vote
• FY27 Holiday Calendar – discussion and possible vote
• Carnegie Corporation Gift Update – discussion and possible vote
• Teen Space Redesign Update
• Circulation Computer Replacements Update

Conservation Commission

The Lakeville Conservation Commission will discuss and possibly vote on several environmental matters, including a restoration project for the Upper Nemasket Channel and a review of the Stormwater Management Bylaw. The agenda also includes requests for certificates of compliance, septic system determinations, and cease‑and‑desist orders for properties on Beechtree Drive and 19 Shore Ave. Minutes from the August 26 and September 9, 2025 meetings will be reviewed and approved.

• Upper Nemasket Channel Restoration Project – discussion and possible vote
• Review Stormwater Management Bylaw – discussion and possible vote
• Beechtree Drive – Cease & Desist Order – discussion and possible vote
• 19 Shore Ave – Cease & Desist Order – discussion and possible vote
• 52 Clear Pond Rd – update and possible vote on Enforcement Order/Restoration Plan

The commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Compliance for 69 Kingman Street (SE192-892). It also opened and then closed a hearing for 19 Hilltop Acres Drive, issuing a negative determination with one condition. The hearing on 52 Clear Pond Road was continued to the January 13 meeting. The Cease & Desist Order for 19 Shore Avenue was ratified unanimously.

• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 69 Kingman St (unanimous)
• Opened hearing for 19 Hilltop Acres Drive (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for 19 Hilltop Acres Drive and issued negative determination (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for 52 Clear Pond Road to Jan 13 meeting (unanimous)
• Ratified Cease & Desist Order at 19 Shore Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted August 26, 2025 minutes – 6 in favor, 1 abstain
• Accepted September 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Committee

The Lakeville Energy Advisory Committee will review an update on the Andelman and Lelek Engineering, Inc. proposal with the Fire Station Building Committee. It will also discuss and possibly vote on how to collaborate with the regional school district on energy‑conservation measures. Additional items include communication methods with stakeholders, a discussion of Lisa Sullivan’s attendance at the next meeting, and updates on joint Green Communities initiatives.

• Update on the Andelman and Lelek Engineering, Inc. proposal with the Fire Station Building Committee
• Discussion and possible vote on collaboration with the regional school district for energy conservation
• Discussion on communication methods between the Energy Advisory Committee and various stakeholders
• Discussion of Lisa Sullivan’s attendance at the January 12, 2026 meeting
• Update on collaborating with other town boards/committees to further Green Communities objectives

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly vote to recommend the Southeast Regional Planning & Economic Development District (SRPEDD) to the Select Board for approval of its contract and scope of work. It will also consider a draft residential and small business survey and how that survey will be distributed. An update on organizing a business social will be provided, and the committee will schedule its next meeting.

• Possible vote to recommend SRPEDD contract and scope of work to Select Board
• Possible vote on residential and small business survey draft
• Possible vote on distribution plan for the residential and small business survey
• Update on organizing the business social event
• Schedule next meeting (suggested dates: Jan 12 or Jan 26, 2026)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved the November 20 meeting minutes and voted to continue using Real Estate Research Consultants for personal property services in FY2027. Members agreed to keep the Principal Assessor job advertisement active for another month and to extend RRG's agreement for the early months of service. The board also decided not to enter executive session until the next meeting.

• Approved November 20 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved FY2027 RRC contract for Personal Property services (3-0)
• Agreed to keep Principal Assessor advertisement active for another month
• Recommended extending RRG agreement to cover the first few months of service
• Decided not to enter executive session until the following meeting

Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will receive project updates from Pomroy Associates and Saccoccio Associates. The committee will also review invoices and consider a vote on a proposal from Andelman and Lelek Engineering.

• Project update from Pomroy Associates & Saccoccio Associates
• Approval of invoices
• Discussion and possible vote on Andelman and Lelek Engineering proposal

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board will vote to approve the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting. The board will hear a report from Lorraine Carboni, the Select Board liaison, and will consider any elections that may be presented. Additional items include director announcements, discussion of new business ideas for future meetings, and setting the next meeting for January 7, 2026.

• Vote to approve November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Report from Lorraine Carboni, Select Board COA liaison
• Consideration of elections
• Director announcements
• Discussion of new business ideas for future meetings

Select Board

The Select Board will consider renewing animal shelter contracts with nine neighboring towns and various annual liquor and entertainment licenses. The board will also vote to adopt an Order of Taking for the Route 79 roadway improvement project to award damages to affected owners.

• Vote to adopt Order of Taking and award damages for Route 79 roadway improvement project
• Renewal of animal shelter contracts for Acushnet, Berkley, Bridgewater, East Bridgewater, Freetown, Halifax, Hanson, Rochester, and Wareham
• Renewal of annual liquor, Class I and II, and common victualler licenses
• Appointment of Megan DaCosta as Tobacco Agent (term ending Nov 30, 2026)
• Appointment of Noelle Rilleau to the Communications and Community Outreach Committee

The board unanimously approved the renewal of animal shelter contracts for nine neighboring towns and approved a slate of 2026 liquor, restaurant, and other business licenses. It also adopted a revised Environmentally Preferred Products policy and adopted an Order of Taking to acquire land for the Route 79 improvement project. All votes were recorded as aye from Chair Candito, Vice‑Chair Carboni, Member Hunt, and Member Plonka.

• Approved renewal of animal shelter contracts for Acushnet, Berkley, Bridgewater, East Bridgewater, Freetown, Halifax, Hanson, Rochester and Wareham
• Approved 2026 liquor and alcohol licenses for multiple package stores, restaurants, and venues
• Approved Class I and Class II automobile license renewals
• Approved Common Victualler license renewals
• Approved Livery, Annual Dancing on Weekdays, Public Entertainment on Sundays, and Coin‑Operated Amusement licenses
• Adopted revised Environmentally Preferred Products policy
• Adopted Order of Taking for Route 79 roadway improvement project and awarded damages
• Approved the November 19, 2025 Select Board meeting minutes as amended

Select Board

The Lakeville Select Board will consider approving the November 3 minutes, hold a public hearing to set split-rate tax levy percentages for Fiscal Year 2026, review several host community agreements for adult-use marijuana facilities, and vote on hiring a seasonal snow‑plow operator. The marijuana agreements involve locations on Kenneth Welch Drive, Harding Street, and Millenium Drive. The hiring decision concerns Arthur Wright at a rate of $27.25 per hour.

• Public hearing to determine split‑rate tax levy percentages for FY 2026 (MGL Chpt 40, Sec. 56)
• Review host community agreement with Northeast Alternatives, Inc. for adult‑use manufacturing at 310 Kenneth Welch Drive
• Review host community agreement with Twisted Growers Retail, LLC for adult‑use retail at 8 Harding Street
• Review host community agreement with Twisted Growers LLC for adult‑use manufacturing at 415 Millenium Drive
• Vote to hire Arthur Wright as seasonal Emergency Highway Operator at $27.25 per hour

The Board approved and signed host community agreements for adult-use marijuana manufacturing and retail at three properties and ratified a medical marijuana agreement at a fourth property. It also closed the Tax Classification hearing, set the residential tax factor at 1.0, and hired a seasonal snowplow operator. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved 11/03/25 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed Tax Classification hearing (unanimous)
• Set residential tax factor at 1.0 (unanimous)
• Approved Host Community Agreement with Northeast Alternatives, Inc. at 310 Kenneth Welch Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Host Community Agreement with Twisted Growers Retail LLC at 8 Harding Street (unanimous)
• Approved Host Community Agreement with Twisted Growers LLC at 415 Millenium Drive (unanimous)
• Ratified Host Community Agreement with Bountiful Farms Inc. at 200 Kenneth Welch Drive (unanimous)
• Hired Arthur Wright as Seasonal Emergency Highway Operator at $27.25/hr (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Lakeville Planning Board will consider releasing executive‑session minutes from March 2025 and may vote on a stormwater management bylaw update. The agenda also includes discussion of an ANR plan for 27 Reservoir Ave, a zoning bylaw discussion on mixed‑use and use‑chart items, and several administrative updates. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Lakeville Public Library.

• Release of March 24 and March 27, 2025 executive‑session minutes
• ANR Plan review for 27 Reservoir Ave (Derek Maksy/Maddigan Land Surveying, LLC)
• Stormwater Management bylaw review and possible vote
• Zoning Bylaw discussion – mixed‑use and use‑chart items
• Administrative updates – 5 Harding St and LLC updates

The Board approved the ANR plan for Lot 1 and Lot 2 on Reservoir Avenue. It also approved the release of March 24 and March 27 Executive Session minutes and adopted Legal Counsel's recommended edits to the stormwater bylaw. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved ANR plan for 27 Reservoir Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved release of Executive Session minutes for March 24, 2025 and March 27, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Legal Counsel edits to stormwater bylaw, including deletion of extra paragraph in Section 4C (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to return to open session (unanimous)

Select Board

The Lakeville Select Board will consider several items, beginning with a vote to fill the vacant seat on the Freetown‑Lakeville Regional School Committee. Candidates presented are Derek M. Mederios, Kim Chamberlain, Becky Cushing, and Lauren Beagen. The board will also discuss FY27 budget priorities, the Treasurer‑Collector job description, and the Town Counsel legal services request. Additional agenda items include approvals for holiday events, a one‑day beer and wine license, and appointments to town positions.

• Vote to appoint a member to the vacant Freetown‑Lakeville School Committee seat (candidates: Derek M. Mederios, Kim Chamberlain, Becky Cushing, Lauren Beagen)
• Approve the Lakeville Christmas Stroll at Ted Williams Camp on Dec 13, 2025, 11 am‑3 pm
• Approve a One Day Beer & Wine License for Red Hand Brewing for the Country Christmas Stroll on Dec 13, 2025
• Approve appointment of Shallyn Rodriguez as Shared Services Health Specialist (Oct 1 2025‑Sept 30 2026)
• Approve public way license for Mullein Hill Christian Academy Veteran’s Day 5k on Nov 8 2025, 8 am‑11 am at 25 Staples Shore Road

The Select Board appointed Becky Cushing to the Lakeville School Committee (4-3-0). The Board also approved a salary range of $80,000‑$90,000 and the job description for the Treasurer‑Collector, adopted a Town Counsel legal‑services request form, approved the 2026 Holiday Calendar, and authorized the Apponequet Boosters Club holiday wreath sale. The request for a Christmas Stroll event and a one‑day liquor license were withdrawn, and advertising for the “All that Glitters” holiday shopping event was approved.

• Appointed Becky Cushing to Lakeville School Committee (4-3-0)
• Adjusted Treasurer‑Collector salary range to $80,000‑$90,000 (4-0-0)
• Approved Treasurer‑Collector job description with new salary range (4-0-0)
• Approved Town Counsel Request for Legal Services form (4-0-0)
• Approved 2026 Holiday Calendar (4-0-0)
• Approved Apponequet Boosters Club annual holiday wreath sale (4-0-0)
• Withdrawn Christmas Stroll road permit and one‑day liquor license request

Historical Commission

The Lakeville Historical Commission will meet to discuss the design and purchase of a display case and plaque for a Boston Post Cane replica. The board will also consider a request from the Lakeville Arts Council to store Center Stage Curtains in the Steam Roller Barn.

• Vote on Boston Post Cane design and purchase of display case and plaque
• Vote on Lakeville Arts Council request for seasonal storage in the Steam Roller Barn
• Reports on Long Range Plans, Historic Town Buildings, and the Historic Brick Project
• Discussion of 250th anniversary of American Revolutionary War events
• Vote on 2026 meeting dates

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider several septic system variances and local upgrade approvals for a property at 19 Hilltop Acres Drive. The board will also review permit applications for a mobile food vendor and a residential trash hauler.

• Septic variances for 19 Hilltop Acres Drive including reductions in distance to wells, cellar walls, and surface water
• New Annual Mobile Food Permit for Mike & Lenny's Bar Pizza, LLC at 13 Harding Street
• New Residential Trash Hauler application for E.O.M.S Recycling, Inc.
• Recommendation to appoint Megan Dacosta as Tobacco Agent (Dec 1, 2025 – Nov 30, 2026)

The Board unanimously approved seven variances for the property at 19 Hilltop Acres Drive. It also approved a pending mobile food truck permit for Mike & Lenny’s Bar Pizza LLC at 13 Harding Street, a residential trash hauler permit for EOMS Recycling at 318 Manley Street, and a $39,150 betterment loan for 16 Keith Avenue. The Board recommended appointing Megan DaCosta as the Tobacco Agent for the 2025‑2026 term and voted to enter Executive Session without returning to Open Session.

• Approved seven variances for 19 Hilltop Acres Drive (unanimous)
• Approved annual mobile food truck permit for Mike & Lenny’s Bar Pizza LLC at 13 Harding Street, pending inspection (unanimous)
• Approved residential trash hauler permit for EOMS Recycling, Inc. at 318 Manley Street (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Megan DaCosta as Tobacco Agent (Dec 1 2025–Nov 30 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved betterment loan of $39,150.00 for 16 Keith Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved September 17 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to enter Executive Session and not return to Open Session (unanimous)

Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will receive project updates from Pomroy Associates and Saccoccio Associates. The committee will also consider a proposal from LEC Environmental Consultants, Inc. for pre-construction turtle sweep services.

• Project update from Pomroy Associates & Saccoccio Associates
• Approval of invoices
• Introduction of General Contractor
• Vote on LEC Environmental Consultants, Inc. proposal for turtle sweep services
• Vote on members of weekly construction meetings

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will consider several items. It will discuss and possibly vote on recruiting volunteers to organize a business social event, and on the questions for a residential and small‑business survey. The committee will also review updates to the Lakeville Business Guide and hear about the kickoff for the Rural Development Fund grant. No formal decisions are listed beyond these discussions.

• Possible vote on volunteers for organizing business social
• Possible vote on residential and small business survey questions
• Discussion of updates to the Lakeville Business Guide
• Discussion of Rural Development Fund grant kickoff meeting

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will meet to review the updated Master Plan Implementation Chart from September 22, 2025. The committee will discuss priorities with the Police Chief, Fire Chief, and DPW Director.

• Review and possible vote on September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Master Plan priorities with Police Chief Matthew Perkins
• Discussion of Master Plan priorities with Fire Chief Michael O’Brien
• Discussion of Master Plan priorities with DPW Director Franklin Moniz

Cemetery Commission

The Lakeville Cemetery Commission meeting on November 13, 2025 will first approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will then discuss the status of known cemetery inspection items and consider any new inspection issues. Additional agenda items include correspondence, announcements, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from 10/14/2025 meeting
• Discuss status of known cemetery inspection items
• Consider new cemetery inspection items
• Review correspondence
• Make announcements

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss several residential development requests, including two single-family home projects on Pinecrest Drive. The body will also consider a vote on a Wetland Bylaw and an enforcement order for 52 Clear Pond Rd.

• Lot 1 Pinecrest Drive: Notice of Intent for a single-family home, garage, and septic system
• Lot 2 Pinecrest Drive: Request for Determination of Applicability for a single-family home
• 14 Beechtree Drive: Request to move a 10x12’ shed from a neighboring lot
• 52 Clear Pond Rd: Possible vote on Enforcement Order/Restoration Plan
• Discussion and possible vote on the Wetland Bylaw

The commission voted unanimously to continue the enforcement hearing for 52 Clear Pond Road, setting the next session for December 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Council on Aging. It also issued negative three determinations for the 14 Beechtree Drive shed move and the Lot 2 Pinecrest Drive project, and approved a standard Order of Conditions for Lot 1 Pinecrest Drive with a reference to an existing roadway condition. The August 12, 2025 meeting minutes were approved (5‑0‑1) and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Opened hearing for 14 Beechtree Drive RDA (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for 14 Beechtree Drive and issued negative three determination (unanimous)
• Opened hearing for Lot 1 Pinecrest Drive NOI (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for Lot 1 Pinecrest Drive and issued standard Order of Conditions referencing open OOC (unanimous)
• Opened hearing for Lot 2 Pinecrest Drive RDA (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for Lot 2 Pinecrest Drive and issued negative three determination referencing SE192-917 (unanimous)
• Continued 52 Clear Pond Road enforcement hearing to Dec 16, 6:30 p.m. at Council on Aging (unanimous)
• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0‑1)

Park Commission

The Lakeville Park Commission will discuss several proposals, including a disc golf course and a fitness center at Ted Williams Camp. It will review a contract request from Fire Services Inc for test and inspection services at Loon Pond. The board will also receive a budget update for the Park Enterprise Fund and a draft job description for an Assistant Director at Clear Pond Park. Minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting will be reviewed for approval.

• Proposal for a disc golf course at Ted Williams Camp
• Proposal to locate a fitness center at Ted Williams Camp
• Fire Services Inc request for test & inspection services at Loon Pond
• Park Enterprise Fund budget update (fiscal year to date)
• Review of draft job description for Assistant Director at Clear Pond Park

The Park Commission approved a fitness center at Ted Williams Camp, stipulating that no Park Enterprise Fund money be used. The minutes from the October 23 meeting were approved unanimously. The disc golf proposal will be reviewed further, and the fire‑inspection services proposal was tabled. Decisions on league fees and an assistant director job description were postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved fitness center location at Ted Williams Camp (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved October 23, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Disc golf course proposal sent for further review (no vote)
• Fire Services inspection proposal tabled (no vote)
• Postponed decision on 2026 league fees (no vote)
• Postponed review of assistant director job description (no vote)

Middleborough-Lakeville Herring Fishery Commission

The Middleborough-Lakeville Herring Fishery Commission will accept the September 10, 2025 minutes and examine its bylaws on commission composition. It will discuss river conditions, maintenance needs, and related work. The body will receive updates on several projects, including the Wareham Street DPW site, an APC update, and the Eco‑Harvester weed removal project. Additional reviews will cover recent town forest and River Herring Network meetings and volunteer renewal for 2026.

• Accept minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting
• Review bylaws concerning the composition of the Herring Fishery Commission
• Discuss river conditions and maintenance needs, including river work
• Project updates: Wareham Street DPW site, APC update, Eco‑Harvester weed removal project
• Review participation in the Town Forest meeting of October 4 and River Herring Network meeting of October 23

The Middleborough-Lakeville Herring Fishery Commission meeting on November 12, 2025 was canceled because a quorum was not present. No actions were taken or decisions made.

Lakeville Arts Council

The Lakeville Arts Council will review and vote on 27 Local Cultural Council grants. It will also consider a vote on the All That Glitters event scheduled for December. The council will approve the September 23 Arts Council minutes and the September 2 Festival Committee minutes, and set the date for the next council meeting.

• Review and vote on 27 Local Cultural Council Grants
• Vote on All That Glitters event in December
• Review and vote on Arts Council September 23 minutes
• Review and vote on Festival Committee September 2 minutes
• Determine next Council meeting date

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will review and approve the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting. Members will discuss the status of the 2025 Open Space Plan and update the inventory and prioritization of land parcels for conservation interest. Additional items include a report on the Lakeville Arts & Music Festival held October 4 and a discussion of the Lakeville Hiking Trails development project. The meeting will conclude with new business and scheduling of the next meeting on December 18, 2025.

• Approve October 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review status of the 2025 Open Space Plan
• Inventory and prioritize land parcels for conservation (15.6‑acre priority protection area)
• Report on Lakeville Arts & Music Festival (October 4)
• Discuss Lakeville Hiking Trails development (maps, signage, maintenance plan)

The committee unanimously adopted the October 2, 2025 minutes with a single correction. It approved the first‑step application for an outdoor fitness court and studio at the Ted Williams Camp, moving the project to Step Two and directing the Town Administrator and HR Director to pursue grants and a community survey. Members decided to invite Nancy Yeatts to the next meeting to advise on trail planning and to plan another participation in next year’s Arts & Music Festival. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted October 2, 2025 minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Approved Step One for outdoor fitness court project at Ted Williams Camp
• Directed Town Administrator Andrew Sukeforth and HR Director Lacy Marshall to review proposal, seek grants, and conduct a survey
• Decided to invite Nancy Yeatts to next meeting for trail project consultation
• Decided to plan participation in next year’s Arts & Music Festival
• Decided to keep Chapter 61 follow‑up agenda item for one more meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 6:50 PM (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Lakeville Board of Health will consider several pending applications, including a permit for Aesthetic Sweets to sell milk and cream. The board will also discuss a new residential kitchen at 10 Lang Street that is awaiting water test results, and the approval of two body‑art apprentices at 12 Harding Street. Additional items include continued discussion of 9 Cross Street and other pending BOH matters.

• Permit application for Aesthetic Sweets to sell milk and cream, located at 10 Lang Street, with a $50 application fee
• New residential kitchen at 10 Lang Street pending water test results
• Apprentice Tristan Escobar approved for body‑art work at 12 Harding Street, Savage Inc.
• Apprentice Madison Riley approved for body‑art work at 12 Harding Street, Savage Inc.
• Continued discussion of 9 Cross Street

The Lakeville Board of Health unanimously approved a residential kitchen and milk and cream license for Aesthetic Sweets at 10 Lang Street, contingent on pending water test results. It also unanimously approved Body Art Apprentice licenses for Tristan Escobar and Madison Riley at Savage Ink, 12 Harding Street. No formal decision was recorded on the 9 Cross Street septic/closet issue; the discussion remained unresolved.

• Approved Aesthetic Sweets kitchen & milk/cream license (unanimous)
• Approved Body Art Apprentice license for Tristan Escobar (unanimous)
• Approved Body Art Apprentice license for Madison Riley (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to approve September minutes, discuss veteran breakfast logistics, and fill a vacant chairperson position. The group will also review a new application and plan for the December meeting.

• Vote to approve September 3, 2025 minutes
• Veterans' Breakfast discussion
• Board Membership: Vacant Chairperson position
• Review new application
• Next meeting scheduled for December 3rd

The council approved the September 3rd meeting minutes. It confirmed Janice Caci as Vice‑Chairperson, promoted Carolyn Mullen to permanent board member, and appointed Duella Monti as an alternate. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 3rd meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Appointed Janice Caci as Vice‑Chairperson
• Promoted Carolyn Mullen from alternate to permanent board member
• Appointed Duella Monti as board alternate
• Motion to adjourn the meeting approved

Energy Advisory Committee

The Lakeville Energy Advisory Committee elected Phil Oliveira as chair and John Gregory as vice‑chair. Members approved the November 19, 2020 minutes. They received an update on the Assawompset window and door replacement project, which cost $3.8 million. The committee discussed the federal 179D Energy Efficient Building Program and agreed to research other towns' experiences before returning to the topic at the next meeting.

• Phil Oliveira nominated and voted chair (5‑0‑0)
• John Gregory nominated and voted vice‑chair (5‑0‑0)
• Approved 11/19/2020 minutes (3‑2‑0)
• Assawompset project replaced 277 windows and 31 doors; cost $3.8 million
• Discussed 179D program and decided to research other towns for next meeting

The Energy Advisory Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the Fire Station Building Committee proceed with Andelman and Lelek Engineering Inc. for energy modeling and design optimization services for the new fire station, at a cost of $17,900. The committee also approved the September 29, 2025 meeting minutes, recommended the Town Administrator sign the Green Communities Annual Report, and adjourned the meeting at 8:02 PM.

• Recommend to Fire Station Building Committee to move forward with Andelman and Lelek Engineering Inc. for energy modeling services ($17,900). Motion carries 5-0-0
• Approve September 29, 2025 minutes as presented. Motion carries 5-0-0
• Recommend Town Administrator sign Green Communities Annual Report. Motion carries 5-0-0
• Adjourn meeting at 8:02 PM. Motion carries 5-0-0

Select Board

The Select Board agenda lists discussion meetings with staff and external partners on topics such as the Lakeville Country Club project, police department capital requests, and Town Meeting documents. It also notes upcoming events, including a Special Town Meeting on November 12 at 7:00 p.m., a joint Freetown/Lakeville Select Board meeting on November 3 at 6:00 p.m., and other coordination meetings. No formal decisions or votes are recorded on this agenda.

• Meeting with Nate Darling and KP Law to discuss preliminary Lakeville Country Club issues/project
• Meeting with Emily Surette, Michael Ellis and Matt Perkins to discuss Police Department capital requests
• Meeting with Emily Surette and Colleen Live to review Town Meeting documents
• Special Town Meeting scheduled for November 12 at 7:00 p.m.
• Joint Freetown/Lakeville Select Board meeting scheduled for November 3 at 6:00 p.m.

The Lakeville and Freetown Select Boards decided to schedule a joint meeting six months from now. Both boards voted to approve a school‑financial audit, with the scope already defined. A motion to adjourn the meeting was passed unanimously (3‑0). No other formal approvals or denials were recorded.

• Agreed to hold another joint meeting in six months
• Both Select Boards voted to approve the school financial audit
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (Vice‑Chair Carboni aye, Member Hunt aye, Member Plonka aye)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the Great Ponds Gallery Policy revised on September 20, 2025. The meeting also waived and approved the minutes from July 23 and September 17, 2025. Directors reported no gifts, an upcoming MBLC grant, and updates on programs, facilities, and pending projects. An emergency preparedness plan will be voted on in November.

• Approval of the Great Ponds Gallery Policy revised September 20, 2025
• Waiver and approval of the July 23, 2025 and September 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of the seven‑page emergency preparedness plan, with a vote scheduled for November
• Roof project update pending bid results
• Well project update pending timeline, scope, and funding

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider the Notice of Intent for 4 Court Circle (SE192‑949) to remove and replace a septic tank and piping and to build a multi‑tiered patio, continuing from the October 14 meeting. Commissioners will also review an update and possible vote on an Enforcement Order for 52 Clear Pond Road, continued from September 23, and discuss a Wetland Bylaw with a possible vote. The agenda notes scheduled future meeting dates (Nov 13, Nov 25, Dec 16) and a proposal to cancel the Nov 25 meeting, as well as a possible reorganization of the commission that may be voted on.

• 4 Court Circle – Notice of Intent (SE192‑949) to replace septic tank, piping, and add patio
• 52 Clear Pond Road – update and possible vote on Enforcement Order
• Wetland Bylaw – discussion and possible vote
• Scheduled meeting dates: 11/13/25, 11/25/25, 12/16/25; proposal to cancel 11/25/25
• Possible reorganization of the Commission – discussion and possible vote

The Conservation Commission opened the hearing on the 4 Court Circle septic tank and piping project and, because a DEP number has not yet been received, voted unanimously to continue the hearing to October 28, 2025 at the police station. The board also approved adding “new business” and “old business” as agenda categories and scheduled a board reorganization discussion for the next meeting. The July 22, 2025 minutes were accepted with four votes in favor and one abstention.

• Opened hearing on 4 Court Circle septic tank project (unanimous)
• Continued 4 Court Circle hearing to Oct 28, 2025 at police station (unanimous)
• Accepted July 22, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑1)
• Added “new business” and “old business” agenda items (unanimous)
• Scheduled board reorganization for next agenda (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board approved the September 4 meeting minutes and signed invoices, motor vehicle reports, and statutory exemption reports. It discussed the FY2026 budget allocation for Vision software and whether to retain the GIS module. A motion was passed directing the interim assessor to increase the town's overall assessment level to 95% to meet Department of Revenue standards. Old business included pending Chapter Land applications and a question from the Eagles Club about its nonprofit status.

• Approval of September 4 meeting minutes
• Invoices, motor vehicle reports, and statutory exemption reports signed
• Motion to raise overall assessment level to 95% compliance
• Discussion of FY2026 Vision software budget and GIS module need
• Pending Chapter Land applications with a December 1 deadline

Planning Board

The Planning Board unanimously voted to continue the special‑permit hearing for 160 Bedford Street until December 11, 2025. They also unanimously appointed member David Lodge as the Board’s liaison to the Lakeville Country Club Committee. The September 25, 2025 meeting minutes were approved with three aye votes and one abstention. A unanimous motion was passed to send a letter to the Bella Way developer and engineer, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Extend 160 Bedford Street hearing to Dec 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Appoint David Lodge as liaison to Lakeville Country Club Committee (unanimous)
• Approve Sep 25, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑1 vote)
• Send letter to Bella Way developer and engineer (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Park Commission discussed a proposal for an outdoor fitness center at Ted Williams Camp, estimated to cost about $270,000, and voted to allow Red Hand Brewing to sell beer at the Christmas Stroll. The commission also reviewed budget items and discussed potential changes to league fees.

• Outdoor fitness center proposal at Ted Williams Camp (approx. $270,000)
• Vote to allow Red Hand Brewing to sell beer at Christmas Stroll
• Approval of new job description for Clear Pond Park Director
• Discussion of league fees for 2026
• Review of budget for lawn tractor and maintenance building parking lot

Select Board

The Lakeville Select Board will discuss and possibly vote on a range of items, including a contract for a new fire station water line, adoption of a meals tax, and a liaison for the Thorndike development project. Additional agenda items cover veteran parking spaces, a one‑day lottery game application, and several appointments to town committees. The meeting also includes a joint session with the Finance Committee to review articles for the November 12 Special Town Meeting warrant.

• Discuss and possible vote to award contract for new fire station water line project and authorize the Town Administrator to sign pending legal review
• Discuss and possible vote related to meals tax adoption
• Discuss and possible vote on Thorndike Project Liaison
• Discuss and possible vote on veteran’s parking spaces
• Discuss and possible vote to approve State Lottery Commission application for a one‑day game for the Apponequet Athletic Boosters Club on 11/8/25

The Select Board appointed Lia Fabian to fill the Housing Designee seat on the Community Preservation Committee through July 31, 2028, with a unanimous aye vote. The Board also appointed Suzanne Plonka to the 175" Anniversary Committee, Ronald Burgess to the Middleborough Lakeville Herring Fishery Commission, and accepted Gary Mansfield’s resignation from the Old Colony School Committee. The Board recommended favorable action on Finance Committee Article 1 (unpaid bills totaling $1,360.77), Article 2 (bylaw wording change), and Article 3 (building study for $25,000), and recommended unfavorable action on Article 5 (petition to end elected officials’ health‑benefit eligibility).

• Appointed Lia Fabian to Community Preservation Committee as Housing Designee (aye‑aye‑aye‑aye)
• Appointed Suzanne Plonka to 175" Anniversary Committee (aye‑aye‑aye‑abstain)
• Appointed Ronald Burgess to Middleborough Lakeville Herring Fishery Commission (aye‑aye‑aye‑aye)
• Accepted resignation of Gary Mansfield from Old Colony School Committee (aye‑aye‑aye‑aye)
• Recommended favorable action on Article 1 – unpaid bills $1,360.77 (aye‑aye‑aye‑aye)
• Recommended favorable action on Article 2 – CP Committee bylaw wording (aye‑aye‑nay‑aye)
• Recommended favorable action on Article 3 – building study $25,000 (aye‑aye‑nay‑aye)
• Recommended unfavorable action on Article 5 – elected officials health‑benefit petition (aye‑aye‑abstain‑aye)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet on October 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Lakeville Police Station. The agenda includes a joint meeting with the Select Board scheduled for November 12, 2025 to review the Special Town Meeting warrant. Committee members may discuss and possibly vote to recommend actions on the warrant articles. The meeting will end with adjournment.

• Joint meeting with Select Board on Nov 12, 2025 for Special Town Meeting warrant review
• Possible vote to recommend action on warrant articles
• Call to Order
• Adjourn

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss a residential and small business survey and updates to the Lakeville Business Guide. The body will also hold a discussion with Valerie Glynn of the Cranberry Chamber of Commerce.

• Vote on residential and small business survey questions
• Updates to the Lakeville Business Guide
• Discussion with Valerie Glynn, Cranberry Chamber of Commerce
• Planning for a future business social event

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a petition hearing to vote on Simonds Hills LLC’s request for a Chapter 40B comprehensive permit to develop a 200‑unit project on six parcels off Freetown Street. The proposal includes single‑family homes, duplex cottages, and condominium buildings, with at least 50 units required to be affordable for low‑ or moderate‑income families. The agenda also notes the next meeting date of November 20, 2025, and includes an adjournment.

• Simonds Hills LLC request for a Chapter 40B comprehensive permit for 200 units on Freetown Street parcels
• Request to continue the public hearing for the Simonds Hills project
• Next Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 20, 2025 at the Lakeville Public Library
• Remote meeting access via Zoom link and Facebook livestream
• Adjournment of the meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a motion to continue the Simmonds Hills LLC hearing until January 12 2026 at the Lakeville Public Library. The motion passed unanimously with all four members voting aye. The board then approved a motion to adjourn the meeting, also unanimously.

• Continuance of Simmonds Hills LLC hearing to Jan 12 2026 approved (4‑0)
• Adjournment of meeting approved (4‑0)

Town Hall Building Reuse Committee

The Town Hall Building Reuse Subcommittee will meet on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Members will meet with Apollo Project Management to review possible reuse options and the project timeline. The committee will also discuss the budget for any reuse plan. The meeting will end with new business and scheduling the next meeting.

• Meet with Apollo Project Management to discuss reuse options
• Discuss potential reuse options for the Town Hall building
• Discuss project timeline for the reuse effort
• Discuss budget for the reuse project
• Schedule the next subcommittee meeting

Community Preservation Committee

The Lakeville Community Preservation Committee will meet on Oct 16, 2025 at the Police Station to review the town accountant’s CPA totals and possible updates to the Community Preservation Plan. It will consider and vote on several Step 1 applications, including a $10,000 grant request for the Apponequet High School Courtyard Memorial Renovation. The committee will also vote on a recommendation for a Resident‑at‑Large housing seat, an invoice for John Paun Park engineering plans, and the meeting schedule for 2026.

• Review yearly CPA totals and possible updates to the Community Preservation Plan
• Vote on Step 1 application: Apponequet High School Courtyard Memorial Renovation ($10,000 CPA request)
• Vote on Step 1 applications: National Fitness Campaign; ADA Walkway for Clear Pond Park; Gravestone Repairs at Thompson Hill Cemetery (3)
• Vote on recommendation to Select Board for Resident‑at‑Large housing seat
• Vote on John Paun Park engineering plans invoice and possible extension of project timeline

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on petitions for special permits at 90 Main Street, 31 Reservoir Avenue, 33 Reservoir Avenue, and 55 Long Point Road. The requests seek a 200 sq ft addition, single‑family dwellings in the business zone, and a building size exceeding 1,000 sq ft. The board will also vote to approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Petition hearing – 90 Main Street: special permit under §§270‑6.1 C and 270‑7.4 for a 200 sq ft addition
• Petition hearing – 31 Reservoir Avenue: special permit under §§270‑4.1 and 270‑7.4(30)(a) for a single‑family dwelling in the business zone
• Petition hearing – 33 Reservoir Avenue: same request as 31 Reservoir Avenue
• Petition hearing – 55 Long Point Road: special permit under §§270‑6.3C(1) and 270‑7.4(5)(c) to exceed the 1,000 sq ft building limit
• Vote to approve meeting minutes from September 18, 2025

The Zoning Board unanimously approved special permits for 90 Main Street and three properties on Reservoir Avenue and Long Point Road, allowing single‑family residential use in a business‑zoned area. The Chairman was authorized to sign the LeBaron Phase and Area Plan paperwork. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Special Permit for 90 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit for 31 Reservoir Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit for 33 Reservoir Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit for 55 Long Point Road (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign LeBaron Phase and Area Plan (no vote required)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Lakeville Historical Commission accepted the September 17 minutes and the Treasurer's report showing current account balances. Members discussed ongoing projects, including the Boston Post Cane design and a display case, but no vote was taken. Upcoming public events were announced: a walking tour of Thompson Hill Cemetery on Oct. 19 and a Veterans Day observance on Nov. 11.

• Accepted September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Taylor, seconded by Morton)
• Accepted Treasurer's report with balances: $121.80 general, $3,000 scholarship (non‑expendable), $625.96 expendable, $3,444.97 150th Anniversary, $0.06 Gift Account
• Discussion of Boston Post Cane design and purchase of a display case and plaque (no vote)
• Historic Walking Tour of Thompson Hill Cemetery scheduled for Oct. 19, 12:30‑2 pm
• Veterans Day observance planned for Nov. 11, starting at Asssawompset School and ending at WWI Dickran Diran Square

Board of Health

The Lakeville Board of Health will hold an executive session on collective bargaining strategy, then move to open session. Items include a meeting with River Hawk Environmental about a variance for 40 Harding Street, a discussion of bedroom numbers at 9 Cross Street, a recommendation to re‑appoint Shallyn Carreiro as Shared Services Health Specialist, and review of the July‑September meeting minutes. The board will also address pending items and make announcements.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy
• Meet with River Hawk Environmental to discuss a variance for 40 Harding Street
• Discuss number of bedrooms for a property at 9 Cross Street
• Recommend re‑appointing Shallyn Carreiro as Shared Services Health Specialist (Oct 1 2025‑Sep 30 2026)
• Review and approve meeting minutes from July 16, August 6, and September 3, 2025

The Board approved two variances for 10 Harding Street and waived the denitrification requirement. It voted to continue in Executive Session after the public hearing and recommended reappointing Shallyn Carreiro as Shared Services Health Specialist. The Board also approved the minutes from July, August, and September 2025 and granted conditional approval for one of two settlement proposals for 9 Cross Street. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved two variances for 10 Harding Street and waived denitrification requirement (unanimous)
• Voted to continue in Executive Session after the public hearing (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Shallyn Carreiro as Shared Services Health Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes as typed (unanimous)
• Approved August 26, 2025 meeting minutes as typed (unanimous)
• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes as typed (unanimous)
• Granted conditional approval for one of two settlement proposals for 9 Cross Street (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review and approve the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners will discuss and possibly vote on a Wetland Bylaw amendment. They will consider the Notice of Intent (SE192-XXX) submitted by Richard & Deborah Hanson for removing and replacing a septic tank and constructing a multi‑tiered patio at 4 Court Circle, which includes a $122.50 application fee and a $75.00 administrative fee. Any other business may be addressed as time permits.

• Approve meeting minutes from July 22, 2025
• Discussion and possible vote on Wetland Bylaw
• Review Notice of Intent for 4 Court Circle septic tank replacement and patio project
• Public hearing scheduled for the 4 Court Circle project on October 14, 2025
• Consider any additional items brought before the Commission

The Conservation Commission voted to recommend to the Select Board that the warrant article establishing a 53E ½ revolving fund with a $15,000 spending limit be placed on the fall town meeting agenda. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Recommended to Select Board to place 53E ½ revolving fund warrant (max $15,000) on town meeting agenda – approved unanimously
• Adjourned – approved unanimously

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several items, including approving minutes from the October 6 meeting. They will discuss and possibly vote on articles for the Special Town Meeting warrant and set the final warrants for the Fall Special Town Meeting. A $15,200 payment to The Nature Conservancy Box Turtle Mitigation Fund will be voted on to meet NHESP requirements for the new fire station building. The meeting also includes a joint session with the Planning Board to discuss the Lakeville Country Club property.

• Vote on articles to be placed on the Special Town Meeting warrant
• Vote to set the final warrants for the Fall Special Town Meeting
• Approve $15,200 payment to The Nature Conservancy Box Turtle Mitigation Fund for the new fire station project
• Joint meeting with the Planning Board to discuss the Lakeville Country Club property
• Approve Select Board minutes of October 6, 2025

The Select Board approved the October 6 meeting minutes and accepted five articles to be placed on the November 12 Special Town Meeting warrant. The board then set and signed the final warrant for the Fall Special Town Meeting. Finally, the board approved a $15,120 payment to The Nature Conservancy Box Turtle Mitigation Fund.

• Approved October 6, 2025 Select Board minutes (Vice‑Chair Carboni, Member Hunt, Member Plonka aye)
• Accepted five articles for the Special Town Meeting warrant (Vice‑Chair Carboni, Member Hunt, Member Plonka aye)
• Set and signed final warrant for the Fall Special Town Meeting (Chair Candito, Vice‑Chair Carboni, Member Hunt, Member Plonka aye)
• Approved $15,120 payment to The Nature Conservancy Box Turtle Mitigation Fund (Chair Candito, Vice‑Chair Carboni, Member Hunt, Member Plonka aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 PM (Chair Candito, Vice‑Chair Carboni, Member Hunt, Member Plonka aye)

Planning Board

The Lakeville Planning Board meeting on October 9, 2025 will consider a review of the proposed Stormwater Management Bylaw. The board will also discuss its goals, approve the July 24 and September 11, 2025 meeting minutes, and receive administrative updates that may include votes. Additional updates will be provided on the OSRD, Bella Way, 5 Harding St., 10 Harding St., and the Economic Development Committee.

• Review Stormwater Management Bylaw (proposed changes)
• Approve July 24, 2025 and September 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Administrative update – possible votes
• Project updates: Bella Way, 5 Harding St., 10 Harding St.
• Economic Development Committee update

The Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the July 24 and September 11, 2025 meetings. Members discussed a draft Stormwater Management Bylaw and agreed to incorporate suggested edits before further review. They agreed to try scheduling a combined meeting with the CPA and Conservation Committee on January 8, 2026. The next Board meeting was set for October 23, 2025, with a joint meeting with the Select Board on October 14, 2025 and a tentative November 6, 2025 date.

• Approved July 24 2025 and September 11 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to try scheduling combined CPA/ConComm meeting for Jan 8 2026
• Set next Planning Board meeting for Oct 23 2025
• Set joint Select Board meeting for Oct 14 2025
• Tentatively scheduled November 6 2025 Board meeting
• Motion to adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Lakeville Park Commission approved requests for the 2026 Cranberry Trifest and overflow parking at Ted Williams Camp. The body also discussed hiring an Assistant Director for Clear Pond Park and reviewed a draft framework for equitable field rental fees.

• Approved Cranberry Trifest at Ted Williams Camp for August 21-23, 2026
• Approved overflow parking at Ted Williams Camp for Assawompsett Elementary School
• Approved filming at Ted Williams Camp by Black Dog Productions for November 14-15, 2025
• Approved additional evening fitness classes at Ted Williams Camp
• Reviewing job posting for Clear Pond Park Director

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will meet to discuss the status of inspection items at Strobridge Cemetery and address new inspection needs. The board will also review communications regarding Booth 1 Cemetery.

• Status of Strobridge Cemetery inspection items
• New cemetery inspection items
• Correspondence regarding Booth 1 Cemetery

The commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the August 12 meeting. They adopted a motion to follow the fee schedule's $25 interment recording fee for veterans, replacing the $50 fee noted on the form. The commission also agreed to change regular meeting days from Tuesday to Wednesday mornings. Additional actions were assigned for cemetery repairs and website updates.

• Approved 8/12/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted $25 veteran interment recording fee per fee schedule (unanimous)
• Changed regular meeting day to Wednesday AM (unanimous)
• Scheduled Haskell Sign repair for November (assigned to Comm. Bissonnette)
• Planned loam repair of sunken graves at Keith Cemetery (assigned to Comm. Bissonnette)
• Commission to contact DPW Director for access road after Southeast Fence schedule is known
• Commission to update Veterans Rules hyperlink on website (assigned to Comm. Kranefuss)
• Commission to send interment order edit to Comm. Kranefuss for website update

Fire Station Building Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting. It will receive a project update from Pomroy Associates and Saccoccio Associates and consider a vote to appoint a Construction Working Group. The board will also consider approving invoices and schedule the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from 9/10/2025 meeting
• Project update from Pomroy Associates & Saccoccio Associates
• Discussion and possible vote to appoint Construction Working Group
• Approve invoices
• Schedule next meeting

Middleborough-Lakeville Herring Fishery Commission

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that meeting minutes are available for review.

Select Board

The Lakeville Select Board will consider several actions, including adopting a taking order for road layout changes on Myricks Street, Precinct Street, Harrison Avenue, Johnson Drive, Bedford Street, and Rhode Island Road. They will vote to award the town's $13,825,000 bond anticipation notes to the winning bidder from the October 2 sale. Additional items include setting articles for the Special Town Meeting warrant, adjusting snow‑plow contractor rates, and sending a zoning letter to the Rocky Woods developer.

• Vote to adopt order of taking for alteration of layouts on Myricks St, Precinct St, Harrison Ave, Johnson Dr, Bedford St, and Rhode Island Rd and award damages to owners
• Vote to award the town's $13,825,000 bond anticipation notes to the winning bidder from the Oct 2 competitive sale
• Vote on articles to be placed on the Special Town Meeting warrant
• Vote on snow‑plow contractor rate changes
• Vote to send a zoning letter to the Rocky Woods developer

The Select Board approved the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted an Order of Taking to acquire land for the Rt. 79 roadway layout changes. The Board approved a $13,825,000 Bond Anticipation Note sale to Truist Securities at a 3.5% rate. It also adopted the proposed 2025‑2026 snow‑plow contractor rate changes.

• Approved Sep 30, 2025 minutes (3‑aye, 1‑abstain)
• Adopted Order of Taking for Rt 79 layout changes (4‑aye)
• Awarded $13,825,000 BAN to Truist Securities at 3.5% (4‑aye)
• Adopted 2025‑2026 snow‑plow contractor rate changes (4‑aye)

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee approved the September 4, 2025 minutes after correcting the approval date. It identified a 15‑acre vacant parcel whose Chapter 61 agreement expired in December 2021 and assigned the chair to notify town officials and inquire with Wildlands Trust and DCR. The committee reviewed outreach results, noting three owners expressed interest in Chapter 61 programs, and set actions for trail mapping and web‑page updates. It also decided not to submit a Community Preservation Committee application this cycle, reserving funds for next year.

• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes with corrected approval date (unanimous).
• Unresolved Chapter 61 discrepancy for a 15‑acre parcel on County Road near the Berkeley border; Chair to notify Town Administrator, Select Board, Acting Assessor and query Wildlands Trust and DCR.
• Outreach letters mailed to 224 addresses; three owners expressed interest in Chapter 61 (one 61A, two 61B).
• Trail‑mapping actions: member to write Ted Williams Camp trail descriptions, contact Nancy Yeatts for Betty’s Neck map, and update the open‑space web page.
• No Community Preservation Committee application ready; earmarked funds will be carried over to next year.

Select Board

The Lakeville Select Board will conduct a public ascertainment hearing at 6 p.m. on September 30 to consider Verizon New England, Inc.'s cable television license renewal. The board will also discuss and possibly vote on approving minutes from September 9 and September 16, 2025, a town election warrant and debt‑exclusion language for Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School, and water allocation for 13 Harding Street. Possible executive‑session meetings are listed to address personnel and collective‑bargaining matters.

• Public ascertainment hearing on Verizon New England, Inc. cable TV license renewal (MGL 166A s.1) at 6 p.m.
• Possible vote to approve Select Board minutes of September 9, 2025 and September 16, 2025
• Possible vote to approve Town Election Warrant and proposed debt exclusion language for Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School for November 18, 2025
• Possible vote on water allocation for 13 Harding Street
• Possible executive‑session meetings to discuss personnel matters and collective‑bargaining strategy

The Select Board approved the wording for the ballot that would exempt Lakeville from its share of the Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School bonds. The motion passed unanimously (Candito, Hunt, Plonka). The Board also approved minutes from September meetings, sent a letter of support for commercial development of Rocky Woods Phase I, and set the cable‑television licensing hearing closure date for October 14, 2025.

• Approved debt‑exclusion ballot wording for Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School (Candito, Hunt, Plonka aye)
• Approved Select Board minutes of September 9, 2025 (as presented) and September 16, 2025 (as amended) (Candito, Hunt, Plonka aye)
• Voted to send a letter of support for commercial development of Rocky Woods Phase I (Candito, Hunt, Plonka aye)
• Voted to close the Cable Television Licensing Hearing on October 14, 2025 (Candito, Hunt, Plonka aye)

Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Advisory Committee will receive updates on the town’s Green Communities initiative and the Assawompset Window and Door Replacement Project, both presented by Nate Darling. It will discuss the federal 179D Energy Efficient Building Program. The committee will also vote on its chair and vice‑chair, approve the November 19, 2020 minutes, schedule the next meeting, and adjourn.

• Vote to elect Chair and Vice Chair of the Energy Advisory Committee
• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2020
• Green Communities update (presented by Nate Darling)
• Assawompset Window and Door Replacement Project update (presented by Nate Darling)
• Discussion of the 179D Energy Efficient Building Program

The Energy Advisory Committee voted 5‑0‑0 to appoint Phil Oliviera as Chair and 5‑0‑0 to appoint John Gregory as Vice Chair. The committee approved the November 19, 2020 minutes by a 3‑2‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:42 PM by a 5‑0‑0 vote, and the next meeting was scheduled for November 3, 2025.

• Phil Oliviera elected Chair (5-0-0)
• John Gregory elected Vice Chair (5-0-0)
• Approved 11/19/2020 minutes (3-2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Park Commission

The Lakeville Park Commission will review and vote on its September 11 meeting minutes. It will discuss and possibly vote on capital requests and an updated five‑year plan, as well as several service and equipment items such as extending a Windows 10 computer at Clear Pond Park and selling chairs from Loon Pond Lodge. Additional topics include potential Community Preservation Act projects, an Arts Council grant application, and preliminary league fee discussions for 2026.

• Approve Park Commission minutes for September 11, 2025
• Discuss and possibly vote on capital requests and updated 5‑year plan
• Discuss possible extension of Windows 10 computer service at Clear Pond Park for 2026
• Discuss and possibly vote on selling chairs formerly used at Loon Pond Lodge
• Discuss possible Community Preservation Act project applications

The commission unanimously approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted an updated five‑year park plan. It also approved a $60 one‑year Windows 10 extension for the Clear Pond Park computer, a $1,000 arts grant for a music program, and agreed to focus on a new playground at Commissioners Field and repairs to the Ted Williams baseball fields. Additionally, the board decided to pursue disposal of 100 stored Loon Pond Lodge chairs and to measure for up to ten ADA‑compliant beach mats before applying for Community Preservation funding.

• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Updated Park Commission 5‑year plan (unanimous)
• Purchased one‑year Windows 10 extension for Clear Pond Park computer ($60, unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 Lakeville Arts Council grant for music program at Ted Williams Camp (unanimous)
• Agreed to focus on playground at Commissioners Field and repair baseball fields at Ted Williams (unanimous)
• Decided to pursue disposal or sale of 100 Loon Pond Lodge chairs (agreement)
• Will measure and possibly apply for up to ten ADA‑compliant beach mats (pending application)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board unanimously approved the site‑plan decisions for an accessory dwelling unit at 119 Precinct Street, for a site plan at 19 Main Street, and for a definitive subdivision at 92 Howland Road. It also voted to send a supportive memo to the Zoning Board for residential uses at 31 and 33 Reservoir Avenue and a no‑comment memo for 55 Long Point Road. The August 14 and September 4, 2025 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved ADU Site Plan Review for 119 Precinct Street (unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan Review for 19 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Definitive Subdivision Plan for 92 Howland Road (unanimous)
• Sent memo supporting residential dwellings at 31 Reservoir Avenue (unanimous)
• Sent memo supporting residential dwellings at 33 Reservoir Avenue (unanimous)
• Sent memo with no comment on petition for 55 Long Point Road (unanimous)
• Approved August 14, 2025 and September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Lakeville Arts Council

The council accepted two applications for the All That Glitters event and approved the placement of four volunteers at designated locations. It also approved the purchase of two additional tables for the Historical Town Hall. Additionally, the council scheduled Senator Rodriques and Representative Orrall to present a citation at the festival and approved the September 2 meeting minutes.

• Accept 2 applications for the All That Glitters event
• Approve locations for 4 volunteers
• Approve purchase of 2 additional tables for Historical Town Hall
• Schedule Senator Rodriques and Rep. Orrall to present citation at festival
• Approve September 2 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Lakeville Conservation Commission will review and possibly vote on new wetland bylaw language for the upcoming Town Meeting. It will also consider several project requests, including a Certificate of Compliance for 4 Morrison Way and a determination of applicability for a septic system upgrade at 4 Court Circle. Additional items include an enforcement order update for 52 Clear Pond Road, a herbicide/algaecide notice for Crystal Waters Pond, and a vegetation‑management plan from Keolis Commuter Services. The meeting will conclude with approval of the July 8, 2025 minutes.

• 4 Morrison Way – Request for Certificate of Compliance (SE192-716)
• 4 Court Circle – Request for Determination of Applicability for septic system upgrade
• 52 Clear Pond Road – Update and possible vote on Enforcement Order
• Crystal Waters Pond (29‑31 Taunton St.) – Notice of Intent for herbicide and algaecide application
• Wetland Bylaw – Discussion and possible vote on warrant article language

The commission moved the Keolis Commuter Services item to the top of the agenda and unanimously approved a positive 2A determination for its vegetation management plan, with a negative 3 determination for the work. It also issued a Certificate of Compliance for 4 Morrison Way, a positive determination requiring a Notice of Intent for the septic upgrade at 4 Court Circle, and accepted the 52 Clear Pond Road restoration plan for further discussion. The meeting on 52 Clear Pond Road was rescheduled to October 28 at 6:30 pm.

• Moved Keolis Commuter Services to first agenda item (unanimous)
• Issued positive 2A determination for Keolis vegetation plan and negative 3 for work (unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 4 Morrison Way (unanimous)
• Issued positive determination calling for a Notice of Intent for 4 Court Circle septic upgrade (unanimous)
• Accepted 52 Clear Pond Road site plan for discussion (unanimous)
• Continued 52 Clear Pond Road case to October 21 meeting (unanimous)
• Changed subsequent 52 Clear Pond Road meeting to October 28 at 6:30 pm (unanimous)

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will consider approving minutes from its May 20 and July 21, 2025 meetings. It will meet with Joan Gladu Morton of the Historical Commission and Open Space Committee to discuss priorities on the updated Master Plan Implementation Chart. The committee will announce a Special Town Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Apponequet High School Auditorium. Additional items include reviewing a Community Preservation Committee email about project funding applications and scheduling the next committee meeting.

• Possible vote to approve meeting minutes for May 20, 2025 and July 21, 2025
• Discussion with Joan Gladu Morton on Master Plan Implementation Chart priorities (updated 7‑21‑25)
• Announcement of Special Town Meeting on Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:00 PM at Apponequet High School Auditorium
• Review of email from Michele MacEachern, Chair of the Community Preservation Committee, regarding upcoming project funding applications
• Schedule next Master Plan Implementation Committee meeting

The Master Plan Implementation Committee voted to approve the May 20 and July 21, 2025 meeting minutes. The vote was 4 ayes, 2 abstentions, and 0 nays. The committee then voted to adjourn the meeting. The next meeting was scheduled for November 17, 2025 at 6 PM.

• Approved May 20 and July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (aye: A. Sukeforth, J. Chamberlain, R. Garbitt, D. Barbuto; abstain: R. Dixon, P. Marshall)
• Adjourned meeting (aye: A. Sukeforth, R. Dixon, J. Chamberlain, R. Garbitt, D. Barbuto)
• Scheduled next meeting for November 17, 2025 at 6 PM

Community Preservation Committee

The committee ratified payment of a $9,840 cemetery repair invoice and a $42 sign replacement invoice. It approved an amendment to the draft memo to the Select Board concerning the Housing Trust. It voted to request the town manager’s office draft a memorandum that would allow the proposed bylaw language without amending the bylaw. The meeting minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Ratified payment of $9,840 Thompson Hill Cemetery repair invoice (all in favor)
• Ratified payment of $42 CPC sign replacement invoice (all in favor)
• Approved amendment to Housing Trust memo to consider Massachusetts Housing Partnership information (all in favor)
• Requested town manager’s office draft memorandum for proposed bylaw language (all in favor)
• Approved amended minutes for August 21, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:57 pm (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request to expand the Residences at LeBaron Hills development and a special permit for a home addition at 90 Main Street. The board will also review meeting minutes from July and August 2025.

• Request to increase units at Residences at LeBaron Hills from 386 to 419 and add three 36-unit buildings
• Request to modify Comprehensive Permit for LeBaron Hills to add land on Fern Ave and change emergency access to full access
• Special Permit request for a 200 sq. ft. addition at 90 Main Street
• Approval of meeting minutes for July 17, 2025 and August 21, 2025

The Board voted unanimously to close the hearing on the Residences at LeBaron Hills project. Earlier, the Board also voted unanimously to continue the Patel hearing for 90 Main Street until October 16, 2025. No waivers were granted during the meeting, and the Board noted it has no authority over water‑supply issues raised by residents.

• Continued Patel hearing for 90 Main Street until Oct 16 2025 (unanimous)
• Closed the LeBaron Hills hearing (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Lakeville Historical Commission discussed a proposal for a John Sassamon statue and voted to reject placing it on town property, opting to pursue an alternative tribute. The commission also approved accepting the Betty’s Neck Wagon for display, replacing five heavy tables with six folding tables costing $299.94, and appointing Joan Morton as the representative to the Master Plan Committee. Routine reports were accepted and demolition sign‑offs for 145 Rhode Island Rd and 301 Pond Lane were recorded.

• Motion passed to not have a John Sassamon statue on town property (estimated cost $150,000)
• Accepted the Betty’s Neck Wagon from Dee Elliot of Elliot Farm for town display
• Approved replacement of five 2003 brown tables with six 6‑foot folding tables for $299.94 from the Gift Account
• Appointed Joan Morton as representative to the Master Plan Committee
• Signed off demolition permits for 145 Rhode Island Rd and 301 Pond Lane

Board of Health

The Lakeville Board of Health will meet to discuss a variance request at 4 Court Circle and local upgrade requests at 50 Clear Pond Road. The agenda also includes reviewing July meeting minutes and discussing pending items from the Board's agent.

• Discuss variance request at 4 Court Circle
• Discuss local upgrade requests at 50 Clear Pond Road
• Review July 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss pending items from BOH Agent
• Public hearing for Two Sisters Catering food establishment permit

The Lakeville Board of Health unanimously approved a septic system variance for 4 Court Circle with specific conditions. It also approved the sewage disposal upgrade design at 50 Clear Pond Road with contingent variances, and granted a food establishment permit for Two Sisters Catering at 217 County Street pending inspection.

• Approved septic variance for 4 Court Circle with conditions (test pit, setbacks, inspection) – unanimous
• Approved sewage disposal upgrade design at 50 Clear Pond Road with variances for sieve analysis, perc hole, and groundwater separation, contingent on inspection – unanimous
• Approved food establishment permit for Two Sisters Catering at 217 County Street, pending inspection – unanimous
• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 pm – unanimous

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board waived the July 23, 2025 minutes and approved staff meeting dates for November 12, February 11, and June 10. It adopted a new gift policy requiring the Director to approve donations under $1,000 and the Board to approve donations of $1,000 or more. The Board also approved updates to the Teen Room, a $392.45 reimbursement to Director Jennifer Jones, and relocation of the Dr. Bournstein memorial within the Children’s Library.

• Gift policy: Director approves donations < $1,000; Board approves donations ≥ $1,000
• Teen Room update: color, furniture, and surplus removal approved
• Reimbursement to Director Jennifer Jones for Panera lunch: $392.45
• Relocation of Dr. Bournstein memorial and related shelving work approved
• Staff meeting dates (Nov 12, Feb 11, Jun 10) approved

Select Board

The Lakeville Select Board will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including awarding a $11,717,000 contract to Page Building Construction Company for a new fire station. Other agenda items include a $50,699 HVAC and weatherization contract, an order of taking for a portion of Harrison Avenue, and several one‑day alcohol licenses for upcoming events. The board will also consider the Social Equity Plan, an election warrant, an assistant town accountant job description, and a classification and compensation study process.

• Award bid for new Fire Station to Page Building Construction Company – $11,717,000
• Award HVAC and Weatherization Improvements contract to Gem Plumbing and Heating Co., LLC – $50,699
• Adopt order of taking for confirmatory layout of portion of Harrison Avenue
• One‑day Liquor License for Tipsy Mermaid event on Oct 4, 2025 at 33 Southworth Street
• One‑day Beer & Wine License for Red Hand Brewing Co. at Lakeville Arts & Music Festival, 2 Precinct Street

The Select Board awarded the Lakeville Fire Station project to Page Building Construction Company for $11,717,000. It also voted to hold the Old Colony High School project and debt‑exclusion ballot on November 18, 2025. Additional actions included adopting the Assistant Town Accountant job description, approving a $50,699 HVAC contract for the animal shelter, adopting an Order of Taking for Harrison Avenue, and granting one‑day liquor and public‑way licenses for upcoming community events.

• Awarded Fire Station contract to Page Building Construction Co. for $11,717,000 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Old Colony High School and debt‑exclusion ballot for Nov 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Assistant Town Accountant job description (unanimous)
• Approved nine comparable towns for Classification and Compensation Study (unanimous)
• Awarded HVAC and Weatherization contract to Gem Plumbing and Heating Co. for $50,699 (unanimous)
• Adopted Order of Taking for Harrison Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved one‑day liquor license for Tipsy Mermaid event Oct 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved public‑way license for Deanna Elliot Harvest Festival Oct 12, 2025 (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will consider approving the minutes from its August 11, 2025 meeting. It will discuss and possibly vote on the questions for a residential and small‑business survey. The committee will also review updates to the Lakeville Business Guide. Finally, it will set the date for its next meeting.

• Approval of minutes — August 11, 2025
• Discussion and possible vote on residential and small business survey questions
• Discussion on updates to the Lakeville Business Guide
• Schedule next meeting (suggested date: Monday, October 20, 2025)

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting with a 5‑aye, 0‑nay, 1‑abstain vote. No new business was introduced. The next meeting was set for October 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM, and the committee adjourned at 7:20 PM.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Scheduled next meeting for Oct 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 PM (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Park Commission approved a proposal from the Freetown Lakeville Soccer Club to repair and reseed the Ted Williams Camp soccer fields over three years. The body also approved a Cub Scout event and vocational opportunities for high school students.

• Approved Freetown Lakeville Soccer Club's 3-year plan to repair and rest Ted Williams Camp soccer fields at no cost to the town
• Approved Lakeville Pack 14 Cub Scouts' Model Rocket Demonstration for March 19, 2026, pending insurance
• Approved vocational opportunities for Apponequet Regional High School Adult Transition Program students at Ted Williams Camp and John Paun Park
• Approved the October 19, 2025, Trunk or Treat flyer
• Reviewed budget showing $139,008.53 remaining in expenses and $93,424.68 remaining in personnel

Planning Board

The Lakeville Planning Board will hold public hearings on several applications. Items include an accessory dwelling unit at 119 Precinct Street, a mixed‑use project at 19 Main Street, a subdivision at 92 Howland Road, and a special permit for a commercial parking facility at 160 Bedford Street. The board will also consider a Zoning Board of Appeals petition for 90 Main Street and routine administrative updates.

• Site Plan Review – 880 sq ft one‑bedroom ADU at 119 Precinct Street (possible vote)
• Site Plan Review – mixed‑use retail and business development at 19 Main Street (continued)
• Definitive Subdivision – two‑lot plan at 92 Howland Road (possible vote)
• Special Permit – commercial parking facility at 160 Bedford Street (possible vote)
• ZBA petition review for 90 Main Street

The Board voted to keep the accessory apartment bylaw in place for an additional year and agreed not to bring any Articles to Town Meeting. It also approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (with one abstention) and sent a memo stating it had no comment on the ZBA petition for 90 Main Street. Several site‑plan reviews and special‑permit hearings were continued to future dates.

• Retain accessory apartment bylaw for another year (unanimous)
• Send memo of no comment to ZBA on 90 Main Street petition (unanimous)
• Approve July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (approved; 3 aye, 1 abstain)
• Continue ADU site‑plan review at 119 Precinct St until Sep 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue site‑plan review at 19 Main St until Sep 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue public hearing for 92 Howland Rd until Sep 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue special‑permit hearing for 160 Bedford St until Oct 23, 2025 (unanimous)
• Decide not to bring any Articles for Town Meeting (unanimous)

Town Hall Building Reuse Committee

The Town Hall Building Reuse Subcommittee will meet on September 10, 2025 at 5:45 PM at the Lakeville Police Station, 323 Bedford Street. The committee will approve the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting. It will discuss potential reuse options for the town hall building, the project timeline, and the budget. The meeting will also schedule the next meeting before adjourning.

Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will receive a project update from Pomroy Associates and Saccoccio Associates. The committee is scheduled to review bid results and approve invoices.

• Review of bid results from Pomroy Associates & Saccoccio Associates
• Approval of invoices

The Fire Station Building Committee approved the May 28 and June 25 meeting minutes. It voted unanimously to recommend that the Select Board award the $11,717,000 construction contract to Page Building Construction. The committee also accepted SW Cole as the material‑testing agent and approved several project invoices.

• Approved May 28 and June 25 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended awarding $11,717,000 contract to Page Building Construction (unanimous)
• Accepted SW Cole as material testing agent, up to $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Project Dog, Inc invoice #22856 for $1,395.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Pomroy Associates LLC invoice #23.111.0-15 for $11,100.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Saccoccio & Associates Architects invoice #23083-15 for $205,157.31 (unanimous)
• Approved Saccoccio & Associates Architects invoice #23083-17 for $25,149.88 (unanimous)
• Approved LEC invoice #153469 for $277.50 (unanimous)

Cemetery Commission

The Lakeville Cemetery Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss inspection items for Booth 1, Strobridge, and Keith. The meeting will also cover new inspection items and general business.

• Approval of minutes
• Review of Booth 1 inspection status
• Review of Strobridge inspection status
• Review of Keith inspection status
• Discussion of new cemetery inspection items

The Commissioners approved the meeting minutes from August 12, 2025. They voted unanimously to open a Veterans Cemetery at Strobridge, with planning and funding to be addressed later. Discussions on Howland Cemetery repairs, cemetery software options, and a potential green burial park were all tabled for future meetings.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved opening a Veterans Cemetery at Strobridge (unanimous)
• Tabled further discussion on Howland Cemetery repair funding
• Tabled further discussion on cemetery software update
• Tabled further discussion on green burial memorial park proposal

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several property-specific applications and a vegetation management plan for Keolis Commuter Service. The board may vote on an Enforcement Order for 52 Clear Pond Road and discuss a Wetland Bylaw. A decision may also be reached regarding 160 Bedford & Rear Bedford Street.

• Possible vote on Enforcement Order for 52 Clear Pond Road
• Herbicide and algaecide application at Crystal Waters Pond (29-31 Taunton Street)
• Septic system installation at 132 Bedford Street
• Resource Area Delineation at 15-17 Harding Street
• Discussion and possible vote on Wetland Bylaw

The Conservation Commission opened hearings for several applications and continued them to September 23, 2025. It issued a negative three determination for the 132 Bedford Street septic replacement, requiring a silt sock to define the work limit. The June 24, 2025 meeting minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Continue 52 Clear Pond Road hearing to Sep 23 at Police Station (unanimous)
• Open hearing for Crystal Waters Pond herbicide application (unanimous)
• Continue Crystal Waters Pond hearing to Sep 23 at Police Station (unanimous)
• Continue Keolis Commuter Services vegetation management request to Sep 23 (unanimous)
• Open hearing for 15-17 Harding Street resource area delineation (unanimous)
• Continue 15-17 Harding Street hearing to Sep 23 to receive DEP file number (unanimous)
• Negative three determination for 132 Bedford Street septic project with silt sock condition (unanimous)
• Approve June 24, 2025 meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)

Select Board

The Board met on Sep 9, 2025, and heard a presentation on the Old Colony school renovation costing $288,743,683 with a projected MSBA reimbursement of $129,675,235. Members discussed financing, including a debt exclusion and the requirement that 51% of the five towns approve the project, and public comments raised concerns about annual costs. The Board agreed to continue the discussion at the September 16, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:31 PM by a motion (Carboni) and second (Hunt), with all members voting aye.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:31 PM (motion by Carboni, second by Hunt, all aye)
• Agreed to discuss Old Colony project further at Sep 16, 2025 meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board. The agenda includes a presentation on the Old Colony Project by Aaron Polansky. No other items are listed for decision.

• Joint meeting with the Select Board
• Old Colony Project presentation by Aaron Polansky

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors reviewed monthly reports and addressed the resignation of Principal Assessor Robert Alford II. The board is currently reviewing three proposals for an interim assessor. Members also voted to accept a late 3ABC application for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Approved RRC for personal property appraisals at a cost of $7,000
• Accepted a late 3ABC application submitted August 25, 2025
• Noted resignation of Principal Assessor Robert Alford II effective August 28, 2025
• Reviewed and signed August 2025 Motor Vehicle and Statutory Exemption reports

Planning Board

The Board voted to close the public hearing for the 28 Precinct Street site plan. It then approved the site‑plan approval with the added language to condition #7. The meeting was adjourned after the approvals.

• Closed public hearing for 28 Precinct St (approved, 5 Ayes)
• Approved Site Plan Approval for 28 Precinct St with changes to condition #7 (approved, 5 Ayes)
• Adjourned the meeting (approved, 5 Ayes)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss revised well plans and variance requests for 16 Fourth Avenue and bedroom counts for 9 Cross Street. The board will also review pending items from the BOH Agent and approve minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting.

• 16 Fourth Avenue: Request for variances to Title 5 and BOH regulations regarding well setbacks from road, property lines, and neighboring cesspools
• 9 Cross Street: Discussion with Zenith Consulting Engineers, LLC regarding bedroom count
• Review and approval of June 18, 2025 meeting minutes

The Board voted to approve the well placement plan for 16 Fourth Avenue, reinstating the previously approved variances and requiring a tie‑in to municipal water within one year and decommissioning of the well. The Board also denied the request to approve a 4‑bedroom septic design at 9 Cross Street, requiring a deed restriction to limit the house to three bedrooms. Meeting minutes from June 18, 2025 were approved and the session was adjourned.

• Approved well placement plan for 16 Fourth Avenue with prior variances (unanimous)
• Denied request to approve 4‑bedroom septic plan at 9 Cross Street (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The board approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. An application from Duella Monti was approved to fill an alternate board seat. The council adopted a rebranding plan for senior centers, using a grant and community suggestions to select a new name and logo. The Veterans Breakfast will be held on November 11, 2025, the café service that day was canceled, and next year's Mother’s Day and Father’s Day events will be combined at Loon Pond Lodge.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (motion approved, seconded)
• Approved Duella Monti as board alternate (application reviewed and approved)
• Adopted senior‑center rebranding plan using grant funds (mailing for name/logo suggestions)
• Scheduled Veterans Breakfast on November 11, 2025; canceled café service that day
• Combined next year’s Mother’s Day Tea and Father’s Day Celebration into a single event at Loon Pond Lodge

Select Board

The Board voted to direct the Town Administrator to submit a letter to the Executive Office of Administration and Finance requesting bond‑bill funding for Bridge Street intersection improvements. They also approved sending a letter to Taunton City Council expressing residents' concerns about the Lebaron water system. Additionally, the Board changed the Fall Special Town Meeting date to November 12, 2025.

• Directed Town Administrator to submit letter for Bridge Street intersection funding (4‑aye)
• Directed Town Administrator to send letter to Taunton City Council on Lebaron water issues (4‑aye)
• Changed Fall Special Town Meeting date to November 12, 2025 (4‑aye)
• Approved Town Counsel Request for Proposals (4‑aye)
• Signed Purple Heart Town proclamation (4‑aye)
• Signed Boston Post Cane proclamation (4‑aye)
• Approved August 19, 2025 Select Board meeting minutes (4‑aye)

Conservation Commission

The commission unanimously issued Certificates of Compliance for 5 Azel Rd (SE192-256) and 17 Shore Ave (RDA). It opened a hearing for 19 Pine Bluff, then closed it with a negative‑three determination. The hearing for 135 Staples Shore Rd was closed and the commission voted 5‑1 to add standard conditions plus any Natural Heritage requirements, prohibit unsecured construction materials overnight, and require removal of any material entering the pond.

• Issued Certificate of Compliance for SE192-256 at 5 Azel Rd (unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for RDA at 17 Shore Ave (unanimous)
• Opened hearing for 19 Pine Bluff porch addition (unanimous)
• Closed hearing and issued negative‑three determination for 19 Pine Bluff (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for 135 Staples Shore Rd project (unanimous)
• Voted 5‑1 to add standard conditions plus Natural Heritage conditions, ban unsecured materials overnight, and require removal of any material entering the pond for 135 Staples Shore Rd

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee voted to pay the FY26 coalition dues of $875 and approved the minutes from June 18, 2025 and the 2024 Town Report. It also approved payment of a $9,840 invoice for the Thompson Hill Cemetery project and a $42 invoice to Standish Enterprises. The committee discussed forming a housing trust and announced the upcoming Step 1 application period.

• Approved $875 coalition dues for FY26 (all in favor)
• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved 2024 Town Report (all in favor)
• Approved payment of $9,840 invoice for Thompson Hill Cemetery project (all in favor)
• Approved payment of $42 invoice to Standish Enterprises (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 pm (all in favor)

Board of Health

The Board approved the subsurface sewage disposal system upgrade at 4 Water Street with three local upgrades. It also approved the upgrade at 135 Staples Shore Road with 17 local upgrades and variances, subject to a pre‑construction agreement. A new stable permit for 166 Rhode Island Road allowing four horses, with conditions, was approved. The minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting were adopted.

• Approved subsurface sewage disposal upgrade at 4 Water Street with three local upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved subsurface sewage disposal upgrade at 135 Staples Shore Road with 17 local upgrades and variances, contingent on abutter agreement and pre‑construction meeting (unanimous)
• Approved new stable permit for 166 Rhode Island Road with variance for four horses, limited to animals' life expectancy and grandfathering two horses (unanimous)
• Approved adoption of Board of Health meeting minutes for May 21, 2025 (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board and Wage and Personnel Board will meet to discuss opening the Fall Special Town Meeting Warrant. The body will consider votes on town policies, personnel appointments, and several municipal service contracts.

• Possible vote to accept $40,000 grant from National Fitness Campaign
• Discussion on bylaw for dilapidated or abandoned commercial/industrial buildings
• Possible vote on Intermunicipal Agreement with the City of Taunton for Route 79 project
• Public Way License Application for Lakeville Arts Music Festival on October 4, 2025
• One Day all Alcoholic Beverages License for Harper Lane Brewery on October 12, 2025

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from August 4 and August 5, 2025, and opened the Fall Special Town Meeting Warrant to close on September 12, 2025. It authorized payment of excess‑equity differences for three foreclosed properties and adopted revised Drug‑Free Workplace and Vehicle Use policies. The Board also approved the amended part‑time Town Planner job posting and accepted a $40,000 National Fitness Campaign grant, directing the Administrator and HR Director to pursue matching funding.

• Approved August 4, 2025 meeting minutes – Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice‑Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt — aye, Member Plonka - aye
• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes – Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice‑Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt — aye, Member Plonka - aye
• Opened Fall Special Town Meeting Warrant, to close Sep 12, 2025 – Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice‑Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt — aye, Member Plonka - aye
• Authorized payment of excess equity differences for 6 Central Ave, 4 South Ave & 3 Walnut St – Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice‑Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt — aye, Member Plonka - aye
• Approved 402 — Drug Free Workplace Policy with corrections – Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice‑Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt — aye, Member Plonka - aye
• Approved 509 — Vehicle Use Policy with corrections – Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice‑Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt — aye, Member Plonka - aye
• Approved Part‑Time Town Planner job posting as amended – Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice‑Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt — aye, Member Plonka - aye
• Accepted $40,000 National Fitness Campaign grant and directed Administrator and HR Director to pursue matching funding – Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice‑Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt — aye, Member Plonka - aye

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will discuss the status of inspection items at several cemeteries and a quote for CIMS software. The body will also address new cemetery inspection items.

• Inspection status for Booth, Haskell, and Keith cemeteries
• Southeast Fence Repair status
• CIMS software quote to add Strobridge

The commission approved the minutes from the July 8 meeting unanimously. It voted to retain the current CIMS software for this fiscal year and to have Commissioner Kranefuss research alternatives for FY 2027, also unanimously. The commission accepted a $498 repair quote for Keith Cemetery, again with a unanimous vote. Additional items such as letters to abutters and updates to the website were assigned but not voted on.

• Approved July 8 minutes (unanimous)
• Kept CIMS software for current FY and tasked Kranefuss to research other options (unanimous)
• Accepted $498 repair quote for Keith Cemetery (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Park Commission voted on multiple requests for the use of town parks and fields. The body approved a Christmas event, a monthly delivery drop-off point, and sports field usage. The commission also allocated a small budget for a fall event.

• Approved use of Ted Williams Camp for a Christmas event on December 13, 2025
• Approved Ted Williams Camp as a monthly community drop-off point for Azure Standard deliveries
• Approved $300 budget for Trunk or Treat on October 19, 2025
• Approved Freetown Lakeville Women’s Soccer field use at Commissioners Field and Ted Williams Camp
• Approved Meetinghouse Church baptism at Clear Pond Park on September 7, 2025

Board of Assessors

The Lakeville Board of Assessors approved minutes, reviewed revenue reports, and discussed the sale of property. The board unanimously voted to recommend raising the Personal Property tax exemption threshold from $5,000 to $10,000 for the annual meeting warrant.

• Approved meeting minutes from June 12, 2025
• Reviewed and signed Motor Vehicle reports for July 2025
• Unanimously recommended raising Personal Property tax exemption to $10,000
• Discussed sale code validity and property division adjustments
• Entered executive session to review Fiscal Year 2024 late 3ABC application

Town Hall Building Reuse Committee

The Town Hall Building Reuse Subcommittee will meet to review its charge and discuss the 2022 Town Hall and Fire Station Feasibility Study. The meeting will also include a vote for the chair and vice-chair positions.

• Vote for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of Subcommittee Charge
• Discuss 2022 Town Hall & Fire Station Feasibility Study
• Discuss budget

Technology Advisory Committee

The Technology Advisory Committee will meet to elect leadership and review the status of meeting minutes software. The body will also discuss the use of Microsoft SharePoint and Teams for municipal employees.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Status update on Meeting Minutes Software
• Discussion of Microsoft SharePoint and Teams for municipal employees
• Possible executive session regarding security personnel or device deployment

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss various wetland-related filings, including septic system installations and home construction. The board will also consider a letter of interest for a member appointment and discuss bylaws.

• 125 Hackett Avenue: Request to decommission septic and install piping within 100-foot buffer zone
• 135 Staples Shore Rd: Notice of Intent for deck and septic system construction
• 301 Pond Lane: Notice of Intent for demolition and construction of a single-family dwelling
• 160 Bedford Street and Rear Bedford Street: Notice of Intent for parking lot grading and drainage
• 52 Clear Pond Rd: Update and possible vote on Enforcement Order

The Lakeville Conservation Commission voted to recommend former member Mark Knox for the open commission position and will forward the recommendation to the Select Board. Hearings were opened for septic and well projects at 125 Hackett Avenue, 135 Staples Shore Road, and 12‑14 Morrison Way, with negative‑3 determinations issued for the Hackett and Morrison Way applications, each with inspection conditions. The hearing on the Staples Shore Road project was postponed to August 26, 2025, and the Morrison Way matter was continued to September 9, 2025.

• Recommended Mark Knox for empty Conservation Commission seat (unanimous)
• Opened hearing on 125 Hackett Avenue septic decommission request (unanimous)
• Issued negative‑3 determination with conditions for 125 Hackett project (unanimous)
• Opened hearing on 135 Staples Shore Road deck and septic proposal (unanimous)
• Continued 135 Staples Shore hearing to Aug 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Closed hearing and issued negative‑3 determination with conditions for 12‑14 Morrison Way well project (unanimous)
• Continued Morrison Way matter to Sep 9, 2025 (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The committee voted unanimously to appoint Lorraine Carboni as chair of the Economic Development Committee. The members also approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes after a minor wording amendment. The meeting was adjourned at 7:56 PM by unanimous vote.

• Appointed Lorraine Carboni as Chair of the Economic Development Committee (unanimous)
• Approved July 14, 2025 Economic Development Committee minutes (Wilga‑aye, Driscoll‑aye, Carboni‑aye, Kostant‑abstained, Soldevilla‑aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:56 PM (Wilga‑aye, Driscoll‑aye, Carboni‑aye, Kostant‑aye, Soldevilla‑aye)
• Assigned Ms. Emily Surette as point person for updating the EDC website

Board of Health

The Board unanimously approved the sewage disposal system upgrade design for 27 Reservoir Avenue, including setback variances. It also unanimously approved a new well plan at 12‑14 Morrison Way and variances for 125 Hackett Avenue with a modified setback. The Board appointed Bob Poillucci to ZBRAC, nominated Derek Maxim for the Town Hall Reuse Committee, approved the May 7 2025 meeting minutes, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved sewage disposal system upgrade for 27 Reservoir Ave (unanimous)
• Approved new well plan at 12‑14 Morrison Way (unanimous)
• Approved variances for 125 Hackett Ave with 10‑ft setback change (unanimous)
• Approved May 7 2025 meeting minutes (2 in favor, 1 abstain)
• Appointed Bob Poillucci as Board health designee to ZBRAC (2 in favor, 1 abstain)
• Nominated Derek Maxim as designee for Town Hall Reuse Committee (2 in favor, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The council approved the minutes from the June 4 meeting. Janice Caci was promoted from alternate to full member, and Kathleen Barniak was accepted as a new alternate member. The Veteran Get Together will now be held twice annually with three board members attending each session. The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 after a motion was approved.

• Approved June 4 meeting minutes
• Promoted Janice Caci to full board member
• Accepted Kathleen Barniak as alternate member
• Changed Veteran Get Together to twice‑yearly with three board members present
• Adjourned meeting at 11:10

Select Board

The Lakeville Select Board approved the minutes from June through July 2025. It appointed Justin Tonini to the Finance Committee, approved purchase of eight Right‑to‑Farm signs for up to $2,000, and restored the Energy Advisory Committee to seven members while adding Philip Oliveira. The board also changed Eric Swenson to a Reserve Police Officer, set the Fall Special Town Meeting for Dec 1 2025, and adopted electronic signatures under M.G.L. c.110G. Additional approvals included alcohol‑license amendments for Golf Blues and Red Hand Brewing.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (all four members aye)
• Appointed Justin Tonini to vacant Finance Committee seat (all four members aye)
• Approved purchase of 8 Right‑to‑Farm signs, not to exceed $2,000 (all four members aye)
• Changed Energy Advisory Committee membership from five to seven members (all four members aye)
• Appointed Philip Oliveira to Energy Advisory Committee (all four members aye)
• Revised Eric Swenson from Special to Reserve Police Officer (all four members aye)
• Set Fall Special Town Meeting for Monday, Dec 1 2025 at 6:30 PM, Apponequet High School (all four members aye)
• Accepted M.G.L. c.110G provisions for electronic signatures (all four members aye)

Select Board

The Board moved, seconded, and approved a motion to enter an Executive Session and not return to Open Session, citing M.G.L. c. 30A, sec. 21(a)(1). No vote tally was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 7:05 PM.

• Entered Executive Session (motion approved)
• Did not return to Open Session

Planning Board

The Planning Board continued the public hearing for 160 Bedford Street until September 11, 2025. It closed the hearing for the ADU site at 225 County Street and approved the proposed conditions. The Board also opened a public hearing for the site plan at 28 Precinct Street. Procedural motions to recess and to reconvene the meeting were adopted unanimously.

• Continue public hearing for 160 Bedford Street until Sep 11, 2025 (unanimous for)
• Close hearing for 225 County Street (Cabral, Lodge, Wilga, MacEachern-Aye; Lynch abstain)
• Approve conditions for 225 County Street ADU (Cabral, Lodge, Wilga, MacEachern-Aye; Lynch abstain)
• Open public hearing for 28 Precinct Street (unanimous for)
• Recess the meeting (unanimous for)
• Re‑open the meeting (unanimous for)

Conservation Commission

The Commission voted to deny the residential project at 19 Captain’s Way because it violated the 25‑foot wetland buffer. Several other items were continued to the August 12 meeting, including well and wetland line reviews. An order of conditions was issued for the proposed fire station at 28 Precinct Street. The tree removal request at 9 Charbonneau Ave received a negative determination with conditions.

• Denied 19 Captain’s Way project (vote: 3‑3 tie, denial adopted)
• Opened hearing for 9 Charbonneau Ave tree removal (unanimous)
• Closed hearing and issued negative determination for 9 Charbonneau Ave (unanimous)
• Opened hearing for 12‑14 Morrison Way well installation (unanimous)
• Continued 12‑14 Morrison Way hearing to Aug 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 52 Clear Pond Road update to Aug 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Closed hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 28 Precinct Street fire station (unanimous)
• Continued 160 Bedford Street and Rear Bedford Street project to Aug 12, 2025 (unanimous)

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee met on July 21, 2025 and discussed several planning topics. No formal approvals were made during the session. The committee scheduled its next meeting for Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6 PM. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 PM with a unanimous vote.

• Scheduled next meeting for Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6 PM (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 PM (5‑aye)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board unanimously continued the Velozo special‑permit hearing to August 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The board also voted to continue the LeBaron Hills hearing to the same date, with four members voting aye and one abstaining. The June 12, 2025 meeting minutes were approved unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Continue Velozo special‑permit hearing to Aug 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue LeBaron Hills hearing to Aug 21, 2025 (aye: Campeau, Sheedy, Zucco, Olivieri; abstain: Youngquist)
• Approve June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board voted unanimously to continue the discussion on the 12-14 Morrison Way upgrade to the August 6, 2025 meeting. They also unanimously approved a mobile food‑truck permit for Papa’s Sweet Treats at 98 Highland Rd. The minutes from the January 30, 2025 joint meeting were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Continuance of 12-14 Morrison Way upgrade discussion to Aug 6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved mobile food‑truck permit for Papa’s Sweet Treats (98 Highland Rd) (unanimous)
• Approved Jan 30, 2025 joint meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The committee voted unanimously to appoint Laurie Driscoll as Chair and Brian Soldevilla as Vice Chair. The Select Board appointed two new members, Dan Wilga and Larry Kostant, who must be sworn in before joining future meetings. The next meeting was scheduled for Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 PM.

• Appointed Laurie Driscoll as Chair of the Economic Development Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Brian Soldevilla as Vice Chair of the Economic Development Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Dan Wilga (Planning Board designate) as a new committee member, pending swearing‑in
• Appointed Larry Kostant (Finance Committee designate) as a new committee member, pending swearing‑in
• Scheduled next meeting for Monday, August 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:53 PM (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board appointed Lorraine Carboni as Vice Chair and John Gregory to the Energy Advisory Committee, each with unanimous 3‑aye votes. The Board also approved FY25 budget transfers totaling $243,162, again with a unanimous 3‑aye vote. The Finance Committee separately affirmed the same $243,162 transfer with a unanimous 4‑aye vote.

• Appointed Lorraine Carboni as Select Board Vice Chair (3‑aye)
• Appointed John Gregory to the Energy Advisory Committee (3‑aye)
• Approved FY25 budget transfers of $243,162 (Select Board, 3‑aye)
• Approved FY25 total transfer of $243,162 (Finance Committee, 4‑aye)
• Finance Committee chair Darren Beals to serve on Town Hall Building Reuse Committee (volunteered)
• Adjourned Select Board meeting at 5:47 PM (3‑aye)
• Adjourned Finance Committee meeting at 5:48 PM (4‑aye)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved several continuations of site‑plan hearings and allocated FY26 budgeted SRPEDD hours to review the Open Space Residential District (OSRD) bylaw. It also recommended Mr. Wilga for the Economic Development Committee, sent comments on starter‑home zoning to the state, and ordered outreach on the Bella Way project and a joint meeting on the town planner position.

• Continue public hearing for 19 Main Street to Aug 14 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue site‑plan review for 225 County Street to July 24 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue site‑plan review for 160 Bedford Street to July 24 2025 (unanimous)
• Allocate FY26 budgeted SRPEDD hours for OSRD bylaw review (unanimous)
• Recommend Mr. Wilga appointed to Economic Development Committee (unanimous)
• Send comments on starter‑home zoning to EOHLC (unanimous)
• Contact Mr. Bissonnette about Bella Way status and place on next agenda (unanimous)
• Send memo to Select Board requesting joint meeting on Planner position (unanimous)

Cemetery Commission

The commission voted to request Town DPW help for a new access path and tree removal at Booth 1 Cemetery. Fence repair quotes for Keith ($391) and Pickens 2 ($611) were approved while other fence quotes were tabled. An updated non‑compliance notice was adopted unanimously, and the commission declined to join the Lakeville Arts Festival. Additional actions included replacing a rusted lock at Pickens 2 Cemetery.

• Approved DPW assistance to create/maintain path and clear trees at Booth 1 Cemetery (motion approved)
• Approved fence quote for Keith Cemetery ($391) and Pickens 2 Cemetery ($611); other fence quotes tabled
• Approved DPW assistance to remove trees, overgrowth, and debris at Haskell Cemetery (motion approved)
• Approved updated non‑compliance violation notice with suggested changes (unanimous)
• Declined to pursue participation in the Lakeville Arts Festival opportunity
• Replaced rusted lock at Pickens 2 Cemetery; new key to be given to Conservation Commissioner

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission opened and closed hearings on tree‑removal applications at 17 Pine Bluff and 129 Staples Shore Road, then issued negative three determinations with conditions for each. It also postponed discussion of the Clear Pond Road and 301 Pond Lane projects to the July 22 meeting and voted to review the construction plan for 19 Captain’s Way.

• Opened hearing for 17 Pine Bluff tree debris request (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for 17 Pine Bluff (unanimous)
• Issued negative three determination for 17 Pine Bluff: no stump removal, no heavy equipment near pond, debris in pond removed (unanimous)
• Opened hearing for 129 Staples Shore Rd diseased‑tree removal request (unanimous)
• Closed hearing for 129 Staples Shore Rd (unanimous)
• Issued negative three determination for 129 Staples Shore Rd: no stump removal, no heavy equipment, debris in water removed (unanimous)
• Continued items for 52 Clear Pond Road and 301 Pond Lane to July 22 meeting (unanimous)
• Voted to review the plan for 19 Captain’s Way construction (unanimous)

Lakeville Arts Council

The council voted to approve four festival vendor applications, approve sponsor logos on event signage, and approve an announcement confirming the stage name “Center Stage.” It also accepted the June 10 meeting minutes and adjourned the meeting, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved four festival vendor applications (unanimous)
• Approved use of sponsor logos on event signage (unanimous)
• Approved announcement of “Center Stage” name and distribution (unanimous)
• Accepted June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Lakeville Board of Health unanimously approved a subsurface sewage disposal system upgrade at 14 Edgewater Drive, granting five variances that depend on notification to Taunton and New Bedford Water and a well test. The board also unanimously approved a sewage disposal system upgrade design at 9 Heritage Hill Drive with two variances, and approved the meeting minutes from April 2 and April 16, 2025. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved subsurface sewage disposal system upgrade at 14 Edgewater Drive with five variances, contingent on water agency notification and well test (unanimous)
• Approved sewage disposal system upgrade design at 9 Heritage Hill Drive with two variances (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Technology Advisory Committee

The subcommittee unanimously appointed Christopher Plonka as Chair and Bob McNally as Vice Chair. The committee also unanimously approved the charge with a single edit to add “and leveraging financial economies of scale.” The meeting was then adjourned at 7:01 PM.

• Appointed Christopher Plonka as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Bob McNally as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Accepted the committee charge with edit adding “and leveraging financial economies of scale” (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:01 PM (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board unanimously recommended Ms. Donna Guay for appointment as an Associate Member. It also voted to continue public hearings for 19 Main Street, the ADU at 225 County Road, and 92 Howland Road to July 2025. Additional motions approved the April 2024 and May 2025 meeting minutes, added lot‑coverage and square‑footage items to the ADU checklist, and reappointed Chair MacEachern to the Community Preservation Committee.

• Continue 19 Main Street hearing until July 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue ADU hearing at 225 County Road until July 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue 92 Howland Road hearing until July 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Recommend Ms. Donna Guay as Associate Member to the Planning Board (unanimous)
• Approve April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approve May 8, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Add lot coverage and square footage requirements to ADU checklist (unanimous)
• Reappoint Chair MacEachern to the Community Preservation Committee (unanimous)

Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee postponed approval of the May 28 minutes to the next meeting. It approved a Pomroy Associates invoice for $16,200 and an LEC invoice for $1,248.75, each with unanimous votes. The committee also set a virtual update meeting for July 30 and an in‑person meeting for September 10.

• May 28 minutes approval postponed (no vote recorded)
• Approved Pomroy Associates LLC invoice $16,200 (unanimous)
• Approved LEC invoice $1,248.75 (unanimous)
• Scheduled virtual meeting for July 30, 2025 at 6:30 PM
• Scheduled in‑person meeting for September 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Conservation Commission

The Lakeville Conservation Commission opened hearings for four development proposals and approved orders of conditions for three of them. It also scheduled a peer review of the drainage system at 301 Pond Lane and a site visit for 19 Captain’s Way. All motions passed unanimously.

• Opened hearing for 301 Pond Lane (unanimous)
• Continued to July 8th at 6:30 pm and ordered peer review of drainage system for 301 Pond Lane (unanimous)
• Opened hearing for 14 Edgewater Drive (unanimous)
• Closed hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 14 Edgewater Drive, not before July 9 2025, pending Natural Heritage and Board of Health (unanimous)
• Opened hearing for 9 Southworth Street (unanimous)
• Closed hearing and issued standard Order of Conditions for 9 Southworth Street, pending Board of Health approval (unanimous)
• Accepted revised plan for 19 Captain’s Way (unanimous)
• Scheduled site visit for 19 Captain’s Way on July 1st at 4 pm (unanimous)

Select Board

The Board asked the Town Administrator to prepare a resident survey on the 125 Commercial Drive property by mid‑August and to organize a public information session in September. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Requested Town Administrator to prepare resident survey on 125 Commercial Drive (mid‑August)
• Planned public information event for September on 125 Commercial Drive
• Adjourned meeting (4‑aye vote)

Historical Commission

The commission accepted the corrected minutes from the May 21 meeting. It approved the Treasurer’s financial report. A motion to buy an American flag, staff, and a stand for the Historic Town House stage, with any remaining money used for library books, was passed. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted minutes of May 21, 2025 (motion passed)
• Accepted Treasurer’s Report (motion passed)
• Approved purchase of American flag, staff, and stand for Historic Town House stage; remaining funds to buy library books (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Health

The Board voted unanimously to send a letter to the new owners of 1 Violet Street informing them that the septic system is in failure and the existing well must be abandoned by a licensed driller. It also unanimously confirmed the existing easement and recorded that the town has no regulation against two wells on one property. The Board approved a mobile food permit for Mea Thai Cuisine, reappointed three Assistant Board of Health Agents, and unanimously recommended Edward Cullen as Inspector of Milk. Minutes from the January 30 and March 19, 2025 meetings were approved and the session was adjourned.

• Sent letter to new owners of 1 Violet St to abandon existing well (unanimous)
• Confirmed existing easement and recorded no regulation against two wells on one property (unanimous)
• Approved mobile food permit for Mea Thai Cuisine pending inspection (unanimous)
• Reappointed Derek Maxim as Assistant Board of Health Agent (2‑0 vote)
• Reappointed Chris Spratt as Assistant Board of Health Agent (2‑0 vote)
• Reappointed Robert Poillucci as Assistant Board of Health Agent (2‑0, 1 abstain)
• Recommended Edward Cullen as Inspector of Milk to the Select Board (unanimous)
• Approved Board of Health meeting minutes from Jan 30 and Mar 19, 2025 (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee unanimously approved the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes. Kathleen Barrack was designated as the project liaison for the approved Thompson Hill Cemetery program. Members agreed to skip a July meeting and schedule the next meeting for August 21, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 6:46 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Kathleen Barrack as liaison for Thompson Hill Cemetery program
• Decided to forgo July meeting; next meeting set for August 21, 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 6:46 p.m. (unanimous)

Cemetery Commission

The commission approved the minutes from its May 20 and June 4 meetings. It adopted a FY2026 budget of $10,900 for cemetery operations. The July 2025 Lakeville Newsletter draft was approved with minor changes, while discussion of the town website upgrade was tabled. The commission also declined a family’s offer to clean graves and assigned follow‑up tasks for a pending invoice and a deed audit.

• Approved minutes of 5/20/25 meeting (with corrections)
• Approved minutes of 6/4/25 special meeting
• Set FY2026 cemetery commission budget at $10,900
• Approved July 2025 Lakeville Newsletter draft with minor changes
• Tabled discussion of town website upgrade until more details are known
• Declined family’s offer to remove flowers from Precinct Cemetery graves
• Assigned Comm. Kranefuss to resend W‑9 to John Primavera for invoice payment
• Assigned Comm. Kranefuss to begin audit of Precinct Cemetery deeds

Park Commission

The Park Commission approved several actions, including funding $1,500 for Clear Pond park preparations and hiring a lifeguard pending certification. It also authorized Real Legacy Football Club to use a soccer field for tryouts with set fees and insurance requirements. The commission adopted the prioritized engineering plan list for John Paun Park and approved recent meeting minutes.

• Allocated $1,500 for Clear Pond improvements (unanimous)
• Hired Tyler Casavant as lifeguard pending certification (unanimous)
• Approved May 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Permitted Real Legacy Football Club field use; set fees $10 or $3 per person and required insurance (unanimous)
• Submitted prioritized John Paun Park engineering plan ideas (unanimous)
• Approved Noelle Rilleau as Community Preservation Committee park representative (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board approved the ANR Plan for 150 Rhode Island Road with a unanimous vote. It also waived the Site Plan Review fees for the Fire Station project and approved the decision with conditions for 2 & 4 Bedford Street. Hearings for 160 Bedford Street and 19 Main Street were continued, and the ADU site‑plan fee was set at $250.

• Approved ANR Plan for 150 Rhode Island Road (unanimous)
• Waived Site Plan Review fees for Fire Station Site Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Decision with conditions for 2 & 4 Bedford Street (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 2 & 4 Bedford Street (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for 160 Bedford Street until July 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for 19 Main Street until June 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Set ADU site‑plan fee at $250 (unanimous)
• Recessed and reopened meeting as procedural motions (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board continued the Velozo hearing to July 17, 2025 (unanimous). It approved the Lex Development sign as proposed (unanimous). It approved the Barnick accessory‑structure permit (4‑1 vote). It also approved special permits for Paquin, Collins and other projects (all unanimous).

• Continuance of Velozo hearing to July 17, 2025 – unanimous
• Approve Lex Development sign on Route 44 – unanimous
• Approve Barnick accessory‑structure permit – 4‑1 (aye: Youngquist, Sheedy, Campeau, Olivieri; nay: Noble)
• Approve Paquin single‑family residence permit – unanimous
• Approve Collins two‑car detached garage permit – unanimous

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission unanimously approved an Enforcement Order for 52 Clear Pond Road, requiring a restoration plan before any work can resume. The commission also unanimously continued six pending Notice of Intent hearings to the June 24, 2025 meeting at the police station. Additionally, the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes were accepted.

• Approved Enforcement Order on 52 Clear Pond Road (unanimous)
• Continued 19 Captain’s Way hearing to June 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 0 Loon Pond Road hearing to June 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 160 Bedford Street hearing to June 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued Off Myricks Street hearing to June 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 74 Lakeside Ave hearing to June 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 3 Mona Street hearing to June 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted March 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Open Space Committee

The committee unanimously approved the April 3 and May 1, 2025 meeting minutes, incorporating requested wording changes. It adopted a new email address for the committee and will have the town website updated to include it. Members refined the conservation‑properties list, deciding to exclude parcels of 6 acres or less that have houses. The committee unanimously voted to have Member Wilson represent it at upcoming transit‑oriented development meetings.

• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 1, 2025 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Adopted new committee email address and will update town website
• Decided to exclude properties 6 acres or less with houses from outreach list
• Approved Member Wilson to represent committee at Transit‑Oriented Development meetings (unanimous)
• Completed Open Space Informational Pamphlet (finalized)
• Agreed town will cover expenses for mailing ~250 outreach letters
• Planned outreach program with webinars for late fall

Cemetery Commission

The commission reviewed an email from Melissa Ryan about the Route 79 Replacement Project's impact on the Precinct and Thompson Hill cemeteries. All three commissioners approved a memo to Frank Moniz of the DPW confirming the commission's approval of the project. No other actions were taken.

• Approved memo to DPW confirming Route 79 project approval (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The council approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 11:04 am. No other substantive actions were decided; votes on alternate and permanent positions are slated for the August meeting.

• Approved May 7 minutes (motion passed, Charlene Montleon approved, Evajune White seconded)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:04 am (motion approved by Charlene Montleon, seconded by Paula Houle)

Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee approved the minutes from April 23, 2025 (6-0-2). It also approved four invoices, including a $222,254.81 payment to Saccoccio & Associates Architects, all unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of April 23, 2025 (6-0-2)
• Approved LEC invoice $1,857.50 (8-0-0)
• Approved Pomroy Associates LLC invoice $16,200.00 (8-0-0)
• Approved Saccoccio & Associates Architects invoice $218,504.82 (8-0-0)
• Approved Saccoccio & Associates Architects invoice $222,254.81 (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission approved a standard Order of Conditions for the 225‑227 County Street ADU project, adding a condition that tree stumps not be removed. It voted to continue the review of four development applications—74 Lakeside Avenue, 3 Mona Street, 28 Precinct Street, and 160 Bedford Street—until specified future dates in June 2025. The commission also issued Certificates of Compliance for 104 Charles Eldridge Drive and two projects at 137 Staples Shore Road, and appointed Chair Nancy Yeatts to represent the commission on the Zoning Bylaw Review Advisory Committee.

• Approved Order of Conditions with tree‑stump condition for 225‑227 County St (unanimous)
• Continued 74 Lakeside Ave review to June 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 3 Mona St review to June 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 28 Precinct St review to June 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued 160 Bedford St review to June 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 104 Charles Eldridge Dr (unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 137 Staples Shore Rd well (SE192‑504) (unanimous)
• Appointed Nancy Yeatts to represent commission on ZBRAC (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved five waivers for the property at 3 Carrie Street, requiring the system to be tied into the Clark Shores water supply. It also approved a septic‑system waiver for 19 Captain’s Way, allowing a reduced upland area pending a revised plan. One‑day temporary permit for Tamani’s Lemonade Bar and a change of ownership for ACM Food LLC were approved. Several items were continued to future dates and the meeting minutes were adopted.

• Approved five waivers for 3 Carrie Street, with tie‑in to Clark Shores water – unanimous
• Approved septic‑system waiver for 19 Captain’s Way (20,000 sf upland requirement) – 2 in favor, 1 opposed
• Approved one‑day temporary permit for Tamani’s Lemonade Bar (May 31) – unanimous
• Approved change of ownership for ACM Food LLC at 78 Main Street, pending water test – unanimous
• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes as typed – unanimous
• Approved February 19, 2025 meeting minutes as typed – unanimous
• Continued discussion on 10 Harding Street variance to June 4 – unanimous
• Continued discussion on Board/DEP authority to June 18 – unanimous

Cemetery Commission

The commission approved several maintenance payments, including the $800 invoice for the 2025‑26 CIMS cemetery software license and $35 per stone for repainting six veteran headstones. It also approved the $598 quote to repair granite posts at Pierce Cemetery and a $250 loam delivery invoice for Pickens 2 and Keith Cemeteries. Discussions on a $13,000 perimeter fence for Pierce Cemetery and on granite post repairs at Pickens 2 were tabled for future meetings.

• Approved $800 CIMS software license invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $35 per stone repaint payment for 6 veteran headstones (unanimous)
• Approved $598 Pierce Cemetery granite post/rod repair quote (unanimous)
• Approved $250 loam delivery invoice for Pickens 2 and Keith Cemeteries (unanimous)
• Approved payment for Pond Cemetery wall repair invoice (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on $13,000 perimeter fence for Pierce Cemetery
• Tabled discussion on granite post repairs at Pickens 2
• Tabled discussion on painting rods to resist rust

Community Preservation Committee

The committee voted unanimously to approve the edits to the Community Preservation Plan, pending the addition of updated appendices in September. The April 17, 2025 meeting minutes were approved, with one member abstaining. The meeting was adjourned at 6:48 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Approved edits to Community Preservation Plan pending appendices (unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:48 p.m. (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board approved the minutes from its January 28 and March 20 meetings by unanimous vote. It then unanimously approved the special permit petition for Jeremy Burke’s project at 45 Howland Road. The board recused Member Zucco from the 301 Pond Lane petition and unanimously voted to continue that hearing to June 12, 2025.

• Approved January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for 45 Howland Road (unanimous)
• Member Zucco recused from 301 Pond Lane petition
• Continued 301 Pond Lane hearing to June 12, 2025 (unanimous; Zucco abstained)

Board of Health

The Board unanimously adopted revised fees for percolation tests, tobacco permits, and camp permits. It also approved food establishment and milk/cream licenses for St. Joseph & Saint Rita dba Fat Cousins, a mobile food truck permit for Adobo Republic LLC, and a $39,165.20 betterment loan for 8 Laurel Street. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved percolation test fee change to $150 for repairs and $300 for new construction (unanimous)
• Approved tobacco permit fee increase to $75 (unanimous)
• Approved camp permit fee increase to $150 (unanimous)
• Approved food establishment license for St. Joseph & Saint Rita dba Fat Cousins (unanimous)
• Approved milk and cream license for St. Joseph & Saint Rita dba Fat Cousins (unanimous)
• Approved mobile food truck permit for Adobo Republic LLC, pending inspection (unanimous)
• Approved betterment loan of $39,165.20 for 8 Laurel Street (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The council voted to approve the minutes from the April 2 meeting. A motion to adjourn the May 7 meeting at 11:04 was also approved. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved April 2 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:04 (motion passed)

Open Space Committee

The committee concluded that the 8.27‑acre Montgomery Street property is not a viable open‑space acquisition and will take no further action. It assigned Member Boyadjian to update the committee webpage with the new vice‑chair information and tasked the chair to manage a dedicated email account, checking it twice a month. Member Morley will incorporate recommended changes into the informational pamphlet and obtain a printing quote. The chair will follow up on a Chapter 61 listing error, draft a cover letter for the upcoming conservation mailing, and refine the mailing list for the fall outreach program.

• No further action on Montgomery Street 8.27‑acre property
• Member Boyadjian to update webpage to show Liz Nash as vice chair
• Chair to manage dedicated committee email, checking twice a month
• Member Morley to make pamphlet changes and seek price quote
• Chair to follow up with Assessor’s Office on 15.6‑acre County Street Chapter 61 error
• Chair to draft cover letter for Land Conservation Outreach mailing and event
• Chair to research town/bulk mailing rates and obtain “Protecting Your Legacy” pamphlets
• Committee to review and tighten mailing list (≈400 properties) at next meeting

Community Preservation Committee

The committee voted to approve the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes, with all members in favor except Liz Nash who abstained. They also voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 7:16 pm. No other actions were decided; discussions on plan edits and affordable housing were noted for future consideration.

• Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:16 pm (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board voted to continue the Burke hearing (45 Howland Road) to May 15, 2025. It also continued the Residences at LeBaron Hills, LLC hearing to May 15, 2025. The board approved the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes and then adjourned the session.

• Continue Burke hearing (45 Howland Rd) to May 15, 2025 – vote unanimous
• Continue Residences at LeBaron Hills LLC hearing to May 15, 2025 – 4 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstain
• Approve February 27, 2025 meeting minutes – vote unanimous
• Adjourn meeting – vote unanimous

Lakeville Arts Council

The Lakeville Arts Council approved several items, including the Center Stage Policy Use with new changes. It also approved corrections to the festival application, closed the Old Town Hall bathroom for the festival, and adopted the 2025 AGT rules and application amendments. Approval of the March 18 minutes was postponed because the minutes were not available.

• Approved corrections to the festival application, rules, and letter of congratulations (4 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved closing the Old Town Hall bathroom during the festival (unanimous 5 ayes)
• Approved the Center Stage Policy Use with new changes (unanimous 5 ayes)
• Approved the 2025 AGT rules, regulations, and application with amendments (unanimous 5 ayes)
• Postponed approval of the March 18 meeting minutes (minutes not available)

Cemetery Commission

The commission elected Ken Upham as chair and approved a $9,800 wall repair quote for Pond Cemetery, both unanimously. It approved soliciting a quote to remove a dead tree at Pierce Cemetery but tabled the iron‑fence repair quote. The $433 flagpole repair quote was declined and the software license renewal was postponed until May 2025. The meeting date was moved to May 20, 2025 to accommodate member availability.

• Elected Ken Upham as Cemetery Commission Chair (unanimous)
• Approved $9,800 wall repair quote for Pond Cemetery (unanimous)
• Approved solicitation of quote for dead tree removal at Pierce Cemetery
• Tabled solicitation of iron‑fencing repair quote for Pierce Cemetery
• Declined $433 Veterans Cemetery flagpole repair quote; service call cancelled
• Approved revision of Cemetery Rules and Regulations page 2 (unanimous)
• Tabled renewal of cemetery software license invoice until May 2025
• Rescheduled next meeting to May 20, 2025 to accommodate member availability

Council on Aging

The council approved the minutes from the March 5 meeting. A vote was taken and the board will not meet in July. The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 a.m.

• Approved March 5 meeting minutes (motion by Hilary Wood, seconded by Charlene Montleon)
• Voted to skip July meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 10:40 a.m. (motion by Hilary Wood, seconded by Evajune White)

Planning Board

The Planning Board unanimously approved extending the public hearing for 160 Bedford Street until April 24, 2025, and the site‑plan review hearing for 10 Harding Street until April 10, 2025. A motion to go into executive session to discuss litigation was also passed unanimously. No other approvals, denials, or conditions were finalized during the meeting.

• Continue public hearing for 160 Bedford St until April 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue site‑plan review hearing for 10 Harding St until April 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Motion to enter executive session on litigation matter passed (unanimous, 4‑0)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee approved the Spring Town Meeting handout, subject to wording and caption edits, with a unanimous vote. They also approved the February 20, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Approved Spring Town Meeting handout with edits (unanimous)
• Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board unanimously approved a subsurface sewage disposal system upgrade at 3 Waterview Drive, granting five variances and reducing the required distance from the tank to the pond to 220 feet. It also unanimously approved a waiver for 4 Little Farm Road with a conditional future water test, denied a flow‑reduction variance for 2 & 4 Blueberry Drive, and recommended MHOA as the town’s Tobacco Agent. Additional unanimous actions included appointing two Inspectors of Animals and approving prior meeting minutes.

• Approved subsurface sewage disposal system upgrade at 3 Waterview Drive with five variances and a 220‑ft pond distance (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for 4 Little Farm Road Certificate of Compliance, conditional on a water test if sold within 2 years (unanimous)
• Denied variance to reduce flow to 75 gpd at 2 & 4 Blueberry Drive (unanimous)
• Recommended MHOA as Tobacco Agent for April 1 2025–March 31 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved nomination of Jared Darling as Inspector of Animals (May 1 2025–April 30 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved nomination of Emma Darling as Inspector of Animals (May 1 2025–April 30 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved December 18 2024 Board of Health minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 26 2024 Board of Health minutes (2 in favor, 1 abstain)