Leominster public meetings in 2024

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will meet to vote on licenses for 2025. The meeting includes a public forum for resident input.

• Vote on 2025 Licenses

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board will approve warrants including a $1,159,423.89 November pension payroll, consider five retirement applications with monthly benefits ranging from $555 to $7,896, and ratify membership and refund applications. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a cash-book review.

• Warrant #58 for $1,159,423.89 for November pension payroll
• Five pension applications: Marilyn Roy ($2,994/mo), Pauline Roberge ($1,073/mo), Heidi Caouette ($555/mo), Richard Voutour ($4,211/mo), Mark Burnett ($7,896/mo)
• Deduction refunds totaling $18,760.77 to three former employees
• Transfer of $46,278.87 in annuity and 13 years 11 months service for Brad Gionet to Middlesex County
• Approval of minutes from October 22 executive session and November 26 regular meeting

Recreation Commission

The Leominster Recreation Commission will review a facility request for the Frankie Fortuna Memorial Skatepark Competition and handle routine business including approval of prior minutes, a statement of accounts, the director's report, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Discussion of facility request for Frankie Fortuna Memorial Skatepark Competition

The Leominster Recreation Commission met on December 17, 2024, and approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on routine financial updates, project status reports, and a facility request that was deferred for further discussion.

• Approved minutes from November 19, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The Leominster Development Corporation (managed by the Housing Authority) will meet on December 17, 2024. The board will consider approving 2023 financials, appoint new board members, and discuss the Eugene J. Capoccia Community Center, housing statistics, and a physical needs assessment. The meeting will also note the recent Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking at the 10th Street Property on December 4, 2024.

• Appointment of new board members
• Approval of 2023 financials
• Discussion of Eugene J. Capoccia Community Center
• Physical needs assessment and maintenance
• 10th Street Property – Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking ceremony (Dec. 4, 2024)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Leominster Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider two continued cases: a variance request to convert a single-family home to a two-family dwelling at 287 Sixth Street, and an appeal by Spectrum Health Systems of the building commissioner's denial of a permit for their property at 297 Hamilton Street. The meeting will include a call to order, consideration of these cases, and adjournment.

• Continued Case #12-25: Rafael Batista seeks a variance to convert a single-family home to a two-family home at 287 Sixth Street.
• Continued Case #11-25: Jill Brenner Meixel, representing Spectrum Health Systems, appeals the building commissioner's denial of a permit for 297 Hamilton Street.

Planning Board

The Leominster Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on a site plan and a flood plain special permit for a commercial office building at 508 Main Street. The board will vote on a recommendation to the City Council regarding an amendment to the MU-2 Zoning Ordinance, and consider an extension request for the Summit Estates subdivision. A petition to rezone properties on Lancaster Street from MU-1 to Business B will be scheduled for a public hearing.

• Continued site plan and flood plain hearings for 508 Main Street commercial office building
• CC Petition 15-25: recommendation on MU-2 Zoning Ordinance amendment
• Summit Estates subdivision extension request with waiver of completion deadlines and abutter mailings
• CC Petition 23-25: request to rezone 493, 497, 501, and 507 Lancaster Street from MU-1 to Business B

The Planning Board approved the site plan and special permit for a commercial office building at 508 Main Street, with conditions including a right-turn-only sign and dumpster enclosure. The board also granted a 2-year extension for the Summit Estates subdivision, despite the city solicitor's opinion that the zoning freeze has expired. Additionally, a public hearing was scheduled for a zoning change request on Lancaster Street.

• Approved site plan for 508 Main Street with waivers and conditions (7-0)
• Approved special permit for flood plain at 508 Main Street (7-0)
• Granted waivers for Summit Estates subdivision completion and abutters mailings (7-0)
• Granted 2-year extension for Summit Estates subdivision (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for CC Petition 23-25 on 1/6/25 (7-0)
• Provided positive recommendation for MU-2 zoning amendment (7-0)

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss the progress of the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The body will vote on previous meeting minutes and the warrant, and receive updates on the project budget and schedule.

• Vote on previous meeting minutes
• Vote on the warrant
• Budget and project schedule updates
• Culvert and sewer line project update
• Report on working meeting discussions

Housing Authority

The Leominster Development Corporation will meet to appoint and introduce new board members. The body will also review 2023 financials and discuss housing statistics and maintenance needs.

• Appointment of new board members
• Approval of 2023 financials
• Discussion of Eugene J. Capoccia Community Center
• Physical Needs Assessment/Maintenance review
• 10" Street Property Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking ceremony (12/4/2024)

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee will meet to discuss the progress of the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The body will review the project schedule, budget updates, and design reports regarding the culvert and sewer line.

• Vote on previous meeting minutes
• Vote on the warrant
• Review of monthly invoice log and budget update
• Project schedule update
• Design report on culvert and sewer line project

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting with three continued hearings under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act. The hearings cover a Notice of Intent for reconstruction of an office building at 508 Main Street in the riverfront area of the North Nashua River, rehabilitation of an existing dam at 40 Barrett Parkway, and replacement of a water main on West Street. The Commission will also receive an enforcement update on 1771 Lock Drive and review meeting minutes from November 29, 2024.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for office building reconstruction at 508 Main Street (riverfront area, DEP File #199-1203)
• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for dam rehabilitation at 40 Barrett Parkway (DEP File not yet assigned)
• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for water main replacement on West Street (DEP File not yet assigned)
• Enforcement update on 1771 Lock Drive
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 29, 2024

City Council

The Leominster City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning amendments: one to create a Multi-Family Overlay District under the MBTA Communities Act, and another to amend MU-2 zoning. The Council will also consider a petition to rezone several Lancaster Street properties, a police captain appointment, and multiple traffic ordinance changes. A public forum will precede the regular meeting.

• Public hearing on amendment to create Multi-Family Overlay District per MBTA Communities Act (16-25)
• Public hearing on amendment to MU-2 zoning ordinance (15-25)
• Petition to rezone 493,497,501 & 507 Lancaster Street from MU1 to Business B (23-25)
• Request to confirm permanent appointment of Captain Vang Lee for Police Department (C-27)
• Appropriation of $250,000 from Stabilization Fund for Fire Department overtime (C-25)

The Leominster City Council approved the creation of a Multi-Family Overlay District to comply with the state's MBTA Communities Act, which is required to maintain access to over $13 million in state grants. The council also confirmed Captain Vang Lee as a permanent police captain and approved several appropriations and ordinance changes.

• Approved Multi-Family Overlay District zoning petition (9-0)
• Confirmed Captain Vang Lee as permanent police captain (9-0)
• Approved $250,000 transfer to Fire Department Overtime Account (8-0, Councillor David Cormier recused)
• Approved $68,000 transfer to Police Department Salary and Wages Account (9-0)
• Adopted first reading of five parking ordinance amendments (9-0 each)
• Confirmed Maria Joffrion to Disability Commission (9-0)
• Withdrew petition 11-25 without prejudice (9-0)
• Set public hearing for 507 Lancaster Street rezoning for January 13, 2025 (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold two public hearings: a joint hearing with the Planning Board to consider creating a Multi-Family Overlay District as required by the MBTA Communities Act, and a separate hearing to amend the MU-2 zoning ordinance. Both proposals are open for public comment and may be viewed on the city website.

• Joint public hearing with Planning Board on proposed Multi-Family Overlay District under MBTA Communities Act (G.L.c. 40A, § 3A)
• Public hearing on zoning ordinance amendment for MU-2 district, requested by Planning Board member Elizabeth Wood

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to transfer the liquor license of Topps Liquors & More at 190 Water Street to Sati, Inc. They will also review the class II dealer license of DASA Motors at 728 Central Street for potential revocation. A request from Amazing Motors at 1074 Central Street to increase its vehicle inventory will be discussed. The commission will vote on 2025 license renewals.

• Public hearing on transfer of liquor license for Topps Liquors & More (190 Water St.) to Sati, Inc.
• Review of class II dealer license for DASA Motors (728 Central St.) for potential revocation
• Request by Amazing Motors (1074 Central St.) to increase number of vehicles for sale on lot
• Commission vote on 2025 license renewals

Planning Board

The Planning Board and City Council are holding a joint public hearing to consider amending the Leominster Zoning Ordinance and Map to create a Multi-Family Overlay District. This amendment aims to comply with the MBTA Communities Act (G.L. c. 40A, § 3A), allowing multifamily housing as of right in proposed overlay districts. The proposal and map are available on the city website.

• Proposed amendment to create Multi-Family Overlay District
• Compliance with MBTA Communities Act (G.L. c. 40A, § 3A)
• Allow multifamily housing as of right in proposed overlay districts
• Details available at Leominster-Ma.Gov/508/Meeting-Documentation

Planning Board

The Planning Board and City Council will hold a joint public hearing regarding CC Petition 16-25. The meeting focuses on a request from the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission to amend the city's zoning ordinance and map to comply with the MBTA Communities Act.

• Joint Public Hearing for CC Petition 16-25 to create a Multi-Family Overlay District

The Planning Board held a joint public hearing with the City Council on a petition to create a Multi-Family Overlay District to comply with the MBTA Communities Act. After hearing public comment and discussion, the Board voted 7-0 to close the hearing and 7-0 to recommend approval of the petition to the City Council. The recommendation includes a minor amendment to remove a cap on site plan review and add language to standardize review for residential projects.

• Closed joint public hearing for CC Petition 16-25 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of CC Petition 16-25 to create Multi-Family Overlay District (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Leominster Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on December 9, 2024. The agenda includes old business items such as patron issues, the roof project, a staffing update, and the FY2026 Action Plan. New business includes a proposed amendment to the circulation policy. The meeting also includes an open forum and announcements.

• Discussion of roof project (no cost specified)
• Staffing update
• FY2026 Action Plan review
• Proposed Circulation Policy Amendment
• Patron issues (non-specific)

Cultural Council

The Leominster Cultural Council will hold a special meeting to address appeals regarding denied FY 25 grant applications. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom.

• FY 25 Grant Applications — Denials Appeals

Planning Board

The Leominster Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a petition to amend the MU-2 zoning ordinance and will make a recommendation to the City Council. The board will also continue deliberations on a site plan and a flood plain special permit for a commercial office building at 508 Main Street. Additionally, the board will vote on a request for extension and waivers from the Summit Estates subdivision, and will note a City Council petition to create a multi-family overlay district under the MBTA Communities Act.

• Public hearing on CC Petition 15-25 to amend the Zoning Ordinance for MU-2 Zoning
• Continued site plan application for 508 Main Street, Map 232, Parcel 9: Commercial Office Building
• Continued special permit-flood plain application for 508 Main Street, Map 232, Parcel 9: Commercial Office Building
• Request from Summit Estates for extension from completion deadlines and waiver of abutters mailing requirement
• City Council Petition 16-25 for MBTA Communities Act multi-family overlay district (public hearing scheduled for Dec 9 joint meeting)

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will meet to discuss the JJ18 Interscholastic Athletics Policy and receive presentations on financial literacy and Johnny Appleseed. The body will also consider the acceptance of two donations. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Review of JJ18 Interscholastic Athletics Policy
• Acceptance of $1,261 donation from VHS Learning for AP Exam reimbursement
• Acceptance of $100 donation from All One Credit Union to the GIVE Club
• Presentation on Financial Literacy by Laureen Cipolla
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation strategy

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board will meet to approve November pension payroll warrants totaling over $1.17 million, review and act on several pension corrections from PERC audits, consider 14 new membership applications, and discuss hiring a temporary administrator. The board may also convene in executive session to consider an involuntary accidental disability retirement application.

• Warrant #58 for $1,174,672.27 November pension payroll, subject to administrative changes
• PERC audit corrections for Christopher Knuth (pension reduced from $5,949.17 to $5,917.30/month) and Sonya Mason (QDRO payment lowered from $1,701.32 to $1,644.58/month), with changes applied from November 2024 forward
• Robert L. Ellis retirement allowance recalculated under Vernava II legislation, increased to $2,818.36/month with retroactive payment to July 16, 2022
• 14 new membership applications across School Department, Fire Department, DPW, Housing Authority, and Veterans Department
• Board to vote on hiring retired Chicopee Board Administrator Anna Hamblin as a temporary replacement from January to April 2025

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four new projects under the Wetlands Protection Act: regrading and tree removal at 144 Washington Street, watermain replacement at the West Street bridge, dam rehabilitation at 40 Barrett Parkway, and tree removal near wetlands at 11 Berkshire Drive. A continued hearing addresses reconstruction of an office building at 508 Main Street. The regular meeting includes modifications to conditions for trailwork at Prospect Park, an extension request for 596 Elm Street, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on determination of applicability for regrading and tree removal at 144 Washington Street
• Public hearing on notice of intent for watermain replacement in riverfront area of Monoosnoc Brook at West Street bridge
• Public hearing on notice of intent for dam rehabilitation at 40 Barrett Parkway
• Public hearing on determination of applicability for tree removal in wetland buffer zone at 11 Berkshire Drive
• Continued hearing on notice of intent for office building reconstruction in riverfront area of North Nashua River at 508 Main Street

City Council

The Leominster City Council will hold public hearings on several parking and traffic ordinance amendments, including changes to parking restrictions on Lancaster and Pleasant Streets, and a continued hearing on establishing a speed zone on Mechanic Street. In the regular meeting, the council will consider appropriating $250,000 from the Stabilization Fund for Fire Department overtime, $68,000 from the Opioid Stabilization Fund for Police Department salaries, and confirm the appointment of a police lieutenant. Other items include transfers within the Water Department, a $15,000 appropriation for Health Department salaries, and a $6,885 appropriation for City Clerk postage. Future public hearings are scheduled for December 9 on the MBTA Communities Act zoning overlay and MU-2 zoning amendments.

• $250,000 transfer from Stabilization Fund to Fire Department overtime
• $68,000 transfer from Opioid Stabilization Fund to Police Department salaries
• Confirmation of Lieutenant Vang Lee for Leominster Police Department
• Parking ordinance amendments on Lancaster Street (north side) and Pleasant Street (west side)
• Continued public hearing on a 25 or 30 MPH speed zone on Mechanic Street from Johnny Ro Park to Lancaster Town Line

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the mayor's request to set property tax rates for the coming year. Additionally, the council will consider five amendments to the parking ordinances proposed by the police department, which would remove and add no-parking zones and time-limit restrictions on sections of Lancaster Street and Pleasant Street.

• Tax classification hearing requested by Mayor Dean J. Mazzarella
• Remove no-parking restriction on Lancaster Street (north side) from 488 to 508 Lancaster Street, 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.
• Remove two-hour parking limit on east side of Lancaster Street from Viscoloid Avenue to Howard Street (except Sunday)
• Add no-parking on Lancaster Street (north side) from 488 to 516 Lancaster Street
• Modify two-hour parking zone on Pleasant Street (west side) and add no-parking from Adams Street north for 90 feet

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold public hearings on license transfers and location changes. The body will also consider several one-day special licenses for the City of Leominster Winter Stroll.

• Change of location for Knights of Columbus at 484 Lancaster Street
• License transfer for R&R Prime Foods Group, LLC (The Meetinghouse Bar & Grill) at 435 Lancaster Street
• Livery license application for Living Solutions at 400 Brooks Pond Road, Apt. 106
• Informational hearing on license transfer for Sati, Inc. at 190 Water Street
• One-day special licenses for Tavern 13, Sterling Street Brewery, and Lalos Mexican Restaurant for the Winter Stroll

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review classification booklet updates and set projected mailing dates for FY2026. The body will also discuss the impact of the Affordable Homes Act on the Assessor's office and review the 2023-2024 Legislative Agenda.

• FY2026 projected mailing dates and guideline changes
• Impact of the Affordable Homes Act on the Assessor's office
• Review of the 2023-2024 Legislative Agenda
• Classification booklet highlights and updates

Council on Aging

This meeting of the Leominster Council on Aging follows a standard procedural agenda including a public forum, reading of minutes, committee reports, and old/new business. No specific votes, proposals, or financial items are listed in the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024, at 3:00 PM at the Leominster Senior Center.

Cemetery Commission

The Leominster Cemetery Commission will review existing rates for cemetery services and consider a vote on proposed increases effective January 1, 2025. The meeting also includes updates on a legal opinion, garage roof and brick storage building repairs, and mausoleum floor cleaning.

• Possible vote on cemetery service rate increases effective January 1, 2025
• Update on legal opinion request
• Update on garage roof repairs at Evergreen Cemetery
• Update on Brick storage building repairs
• Discussion of mausoleum floor cleaning

Housing Authority

The Leominster Housing Authority Board will consider Resolution 2024-19 to accept the low bidder for the elevator replacement at the La Pierre East project. The board will also receive updates from the Executive Director on Habitat for Humanity, switch gear, and AT&T, and discuss financials for September 2024. Several state housing notices will be reviewed, including updates to veterans preference screening and performance management.

• Resolution 2024-19: Acceptance and approval of low bidder for elevator replacement at La Pierre East Project
• Approval of regular minutes from 10/16/2024
• Approval of September 2024 financials
• EOHLC PHN 2024-18: Update to Veterans Preference Screening
• EOHLC PHN 2024-20: Public Housing Innovations 2025 Notice of Funding Availability

Recreation Commission

The Leominster Recreation Commission will discuss engineering and permitting for the Colburn Pond Dam, updates on Prospect Park, and the MassTrails Grant. The agenda also includes a facility request for the Frankie Fortuna Memorial Skatepark Competition, approval of September 17, 2024 meeting minutes, and a statement of accounts. No votes are listed; these items are for discussion and review.

• Engineering and permitting for Colburn Pond Dam
• Prospect Park project update
• MassTrails Grant discussion
• Frankie Fortuna Memorial Skatepark Competition facility request
• Approval of minutes from September 17, 2024 meeting

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee will meet to review a project team presentation regarding the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The meeting includes a session for questions and answers.

• Project team presentation for Fall Brook Elementary School

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Leominster Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on November 19, 2024, to decide several cases including a special permit revocation, appeals of building commissioner denials, a variance request, and new special permits. The most significant item is a hearing to revoke a special permit for H&E Auto Services at 91 Main Street for failing to meet conditions. Other matters include appeals by Spectrum Health Systems for a property at 297 Hamilton Street and by James Xarras for an apartment at 511 Lancaster Street, as well as requests for dwarf goats, a two-family conversion, and an accessory apartment.

• Revocation hearing for H&E Auto Services special permit at 91 Main Street (conditions not met)
• Appeal by Spectrum Health Systems for permit denial at 297 Hamilton Street
• Appeal by James Xarras for apartment permit denial at 511 Lancaster Street (MUI zone)
• Variance request by Rafael Batista to convert single-family to two-family at 287 Sixth Street
• Special permit request by Brian Thibauldeau for two dwarf goats at 55 Carolyn Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider five new cases, including special permits for dwarf goats at 55 Carolyn Street and an accessory apartment at 899 Union Street, a variance to convert a single-family home to two-family at 287 Sixth Street, and appeals of building commissioner denials for apartments at 511 Lancaster Street and 297 Hamilton Street. Additionally, a hearing on revoking a special permit for H&E Auto Services at 91 Main Street will be held due to failure to meet conditions.

• Case 4-25: Special permit for two dwarf goats at 55 Carolyn Street.
• Case 10-25: Appeal of building commissioner's denial for an apartment at 511 Lancaster Street in MUI zone.
• Case 11-25: Appeal of building commissioner's denial for property use at 297 Hamilton Street (Spectrum Health Systems).
• Case 12-25: Variance of required lot size to convert single-family to two-family home at 287 Sixth Street.
• Case 13-25: Special permit for accessory apartment at 899 Union Street (owner Brian Flathers).

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will perform a state-mandated hand count audit of ballots from the November 5, 2024 State Election for Ward 2 Precinct B. This audit follows a random post-election drawing. The public may observe but not participate. The process will continue until all votes are counted.

• State-mandated post-election audit: hand counting of ballots for Ward 2 Precinct B from the November 5 State Election

Other Meetings

The Finance Sub-Committee will meet to approve warrants 14 through 19 and review the monthly financial reports for fiscal year 2025. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining and litigation strategy. Following the subcommittee meeting, the School Committee will hold a regular meeting to consider a Keystone contract, MCAS update, policy changes, and acceptance of donations.

• Approval of warrants 14-19 (no dollar amounts listed)
• Review of FY25 monthly financials and reports
• Approval of Keystone Contract (no dollar amount listed)
• First reading of Policy JJIB Interscholastic Athletics
• Acceptance of donations including $3,500 RedLine Wall safety equipment and other items

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will meet to score, approve, or deny grant applications for fiscal year 2025. The body will also review the status of FY 24 grants and conflict of interest forms.

• FY 25 Grant Applications scoring, approvals, and denials
• FY 24 grant status update
• Conflict of Interest forms

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and approve previous minutes, hear public comment, and consider several new items. These include a livery license application, an informational hearing on a license transfer for the Knights of Columbus, an update on 435 Bar & Grill, and another informational hearing on a license transfer for The Meetinghouse Bar & Grill.

• Application by Frimpong Antwi for a livery license at 400 Brooks Pond Road, Apt. 106
• Informational hearing on a license transfer for Knights of Columbus at 484 Lancaster Street
• Update on business operations for 435 Bar & Grill at 435 Lancaster Street
• Informational hearing on a license transfer for The Meetinghouse Bar & Grill at 435 Lancaster Street

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to perform a state-mandated audit of ballots from the November 5, 2024 State Election, specifically for Ward 2 Precinct B. The audit was triggered by a random post-election drawing and involves hand-counting all ballots submitted by voters in that precinct. The meeting is open to public observation but not participation.

• State-mandated post-election audit of the November 5, 2024 State Election for Ward 2 Precinct B
• Hand counting of all ballots submitted by voters in Ward 2 Precinct B
• Audit begins at 9:00 A.M. on November 12, 2024, in Leominster City Hall Auditorium

Board of Trustees

The Leominster Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss library operations, including patron issues, building projects (roof and carpet), a digital wayfinding project, the FY2026 action plan, and a community spaces policy adjustment. A separate fundraising subcommittee meeting will consider a Programming Support Appeal and a National Day of Giving Appeal.

• Roof Project (old business)
• Carpet Project (new business)
• Digital Wayfinding Project (new business)
• FY2026 Action Plan (new business)
• Community Spaces Policy adjustment (new business)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on confirming Ryan Malatos as Chief of Police, along with hearings on a Mechanic Street speed zone, a sidewalk on Howard Street, and a zoning amendment to allow self-storage in the MU1 district. The council will also consider multiple financial transfers, including $250,000 for police overtime and $75,000 for ambulance overtime. New petitions include a proposal to create a Multi-Family Overlay District under the MBTA Communities Act and several parking regulation changes.

• Confirmation of Ryan Malatos as permanent Chief of Police (C-19)
• Public hearing to establish 25 or 30 MPH speed zone on Mechanic Street from Johnny Ro Park to Lancaster town line (11-25)
• Zoning amendment to allow self-storage in MU1 district, requested by Five SAC Self-Storage Corporation (10-25)
• Transfer of $250,000 from Stabilization to Police Department Public Safety Overtime Account (C-17)
• First reading of MBTA Communities Act overlay district to create Multi-Family Overlay District (16-25)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a requested sidewalk installation and a zoning ordinance amendment. These items were referred to the council by the Property and Legal Affairs committees.

• Request for a sidewalk on the easterly side of Howard St between Lancaster St and Florence St
• Request by Five SAC Self-Storage Corporation to amend Section 22-17 of the Zoning Ordinance to allow self-storage facilities in the Multi-Use 1 (MU1) district

Disability Commission

The Leominster Disability Commission will vote on October meeting minutes, receive financial updates, and discuss planning for 2025 including goals, calendar, and new member updates. The meeting also includes a public forum period.

• Vote to accept October meeting minutes
• Financial and budget updates
• Calendar and goals for 2025 planning
• Updates from Walk with Mayor
• New member update

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee will meet to discuss the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The committee is scheduled to vote on previous meeting minutes and the warrant, and will review a design report.

• Vote on previous meeting minutes
• Vote on the warrant
• Review of monthly invoice log
• Budget and project schedule updates
• Design report discussion

Other Meetings

The City of Leominster is providing notice regarding the advanced removal and depositing of early voted ballots. This process takes place at Leominster City Hall to prepare for the November 5, 2024, State Election.

• Ballot processing at Leominster City Hall, 25 West Street, from October 28 to October 31, 2024, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a site plan and flood plain special permit for a commercial office building at 508 Main Street, and on a proposed subdivision amendment that would allow the Board to hire a registered engineer for estimates. The Board will also consider a petition to amend the zoning ordinance to allow self-storage facilities in the MU1 district by special permit or by right, and make a recommendation to the City Council. Additionally, the Board will vote on whether a modification to a battery energy storage system at 259 & 273 Lancaster Street is major or minor, and whether to grant an extension for that project.

• Site plan and flood plain special permit for commercial office building at 508 Main Street
• Proposed subdivision amendment to allow Planning Board to hire a registered engineer for estimates (Willard Street)
• City Council Petition 10-25 to allow self-storage in MU1 district, changing from non-allowed to allowed by right or special permit
• Battery Energy Storage System at 259 & 273 Lancaster Street: vote on major/minor modification and extension request
• Zoning amendment for dimensional requirements in Residence B and C Districts (re-issue after City Council denial)

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to vote on a budget revision request and review draft materials for the MSBA presentation, including exterior building design and emergency shelter plans. The committee will also discuss updates on culvert and sewer work for the Fall Brook Elementary School project.

• Vote on Budget Revision Request #2
• Review draft FAS meeting slides for MSBA presentation
• Review first draft of Exterior Building Design Review
• Discussion of Emergency Shelter, Warming/Cooling Center
• Culvert & Sewer Update

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold continued public hearings on two Notice of Intent applications under the Wetlands Protection Act: one for reconstructing an office building at 508 Main Street in the North Nashua River riverfront area, and one for demolishing a single-family house at 208 Pleasant Street in the Reservoir Brook riverfront area. The agenda also includes certificates of compliance for two properties, enforcement matters at three addresses, and approval of meeting minutes.

• Continued hearing: reconstruction of office building at 508 Main Street (North Nashua River riverfront) — DEP #199-1203
• Continued hearing: demolition of single-family house at 208 Pleasant Street (Reservoir Brook riverfront) — DEP #199-1204
• Certificate of Compliance consideration for 508 Main Street (DEP #199-859) and 596 Elm Street (DEP #199-1137)
• Enforcement actions: restoration at 1771 Lock Drive and 51 Howard Street, violation notice at 144 Washington Street
• Next meeting dates: November 12 and November 26, 2024

City Council

The Public Safety Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a request to establish a 25 or 30 MPH speed zone on Mechanic St. The specific speed will be determined by the Leominster Traffic Department.

• Proposed 25 or 30 MPH speed zone on Mechanic St from the Bridge at Johnny Ro Park to the Lancaster Town Line

City Council

The Leominster City Council will hold public hearings and a regular meeting on October 28, 2024. Key items include confirmation of a new Police Chief and Veterans Director, several appropriations from the Stabilization Fund, and zoning ordinance amendments. The council will also consider a school committee compensation increase and a speed zone on Mechanic Street.

• Confirmation of Ryan Malatos as permanent Chief of Police
• Confirmation of Jason Main as Veterans Director for three years
• $250,000 transfer from Stabilization Fund for Police Department overtime
• $175,000 transfer from Stabilization Fund for road resurfacing
• Public hearing on establishing a 25 or 30 MPH speed zone on Mechanic Street from Johnny Ro Park to Lancaster Town Line

City Council

The City Council will hold three public hearings: a request to increase School Committee compensation from $2,000 to $5,000 per year; a proposal to establish a 25 or 30 mph speed zone on Mechanic Street from Johnny Ro Park bridge to the Lancaster town line; and a Planning Board request to amend zoning dimensional requirements for Residence B and C districts. A separate public hearing on a sidewalk petition for Howard Street is scheduled for November 12.

• School Committee compensation increase from $2,000 to $5,000 per year, effective after next election cycle
• Proposed speed zone on Mechanic St from Johnny Ro Park bridge to Lancaster town line (speed TBD by Traffic Dept)
• Zoning amendment for dimensional requirements in Residence B and C districts
• Sidewalk request for easterly side of Howard St between Lancaster St and Florence St (hearing Nov 12)

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will meet to address business license updates and potential legal violations. The body will consider a livery license application and manager changes for two establishments.

• Possible liquor law violations at Mellos Mexican Bar & Grill (899 Central Street)
• Change of manager for Outback Steakhouse (895 Merriam Avenue)
• Change of manager for Wyman’s Liquors (18 Railroad Square)
• Livery license application for King Matthew Limo Service, LLC (19 Claflin Street)
• Business update for Pink Flamingo Brewery (481 Lancaster Street)

Board of Trustees

The Leominster Public Library Board of Trustees Personnel Subcommittee will meet as a Committee of the Whole to conduct a quarterly review of the director's 2024 areas of focus and goals. Other agenda items include an open forum, approval of minutes, and announcements. The meeting will only proceed if a quorum of trustees is present.

• Quarterly review of 2024 Director's Areas of Focus and Corresponding Goals

Other Meetings

The City Clerk's Office will conduct election machine testing for the November 5, 2024 state election on multiple days from October 23 to October 27, 2024. No decisions or substantive discussions are on the agenda; this is purely a procedural notice.

• Election machine testing scheduled for Oct 23–27, 2024

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board is meeting to approve warrants, membership applications, and pension transfers. The board will also establish the schedule for electing a Second Elected Member for the term of February 4, 2025, through February 3, 2028.

• Approval of October Pension Payroll (Warrant #52) for $1,166,245.02
• Proposed hire of Clifton Larson Allen for software data review starting at approximately $5,000
• Election timeline for Second Elected Member with nomination deadline of November 22, 2024
• Pension application for Carlos Solis with a total monthly amount of approximately $1,404.81
• Approval of 11 new membership applications, primarily from the School Department

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on a special permit for flood plain for 68, 70, & 72 Pleasant Street for multi-family residential with office on first floor, and on a petition (CC 5-25) regarding dimensional regulations in RB and RC districts. The Board will also consider a definitive subdivision modification for Summit Estates, an update on Mary Avenue subdivision, a request for release of covenant at The Meadowlands at Willard Street, and review a draft subdivision flow chart.

• Continued public hearing: Special Permit-Flood Plain for 68, 70, & 72 Pleasant Street (Map 14 Parcels 19, 3, 3a) for mixed-use
• Continued public hearing: CC Petition 5-25 on dimensional regulations in RB and RC districts; Board to make recommendation to City Council
• Definitive Subdivision Modification for Summit Estates (Map 423-3 Parcels 11-33) – determination on minor or major modification
• Request for Release of Covenant at The Meadowlands at Willard Street (multiple lots) – Board to decide on lot release
• Review of Draft Definitive Subdivision Flow Chart

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will meet to conduct a second reading of student handbooks and consider the acceptance of a gift and a field trip. A Policy Subcommittee meeting will precede the main session to review JJB Interscholastic Athletics.

• Second reading of Student Handbooks
• Acceptance of a gift
• Approval of a field trip
• Review of JJB Interscholastic Athletics by Policy Subcommittee
• Discussions on Financial Literacy and MASC Resolutions

Council on Aging

This meeting covers standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, committee reports (director, finance, house, outreach, personnel, policy, nominating), and a public forum. No specific decisions or discussions beyond routine administration are listed on the agenda.

• No specific action items, rezonings, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings listed on the agenda

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and vote on several resolutions regarding 2025 standards and civil rights certifications. The meeting includes updates on Habitat for Humanity and AT&T.

• Resolution 2024-14: Approval of 2025 Payment Standard
• Resolution 2024-15: Utility Allowance Schedule 2025
• Resolution 2024-16: Affirmative Action Plan
• Resolution 2024-17: 2024 HUD-5007-CR Civil Rights Certification
• Resolution 2024-18: Submittal of HUD Emergency VAWA Transfer Plan

Board of Trustees

The Leominster Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to receive a library report, discuss patron issues, and hear updates on the Cormier Center, staffing, and the library roof. They will also consider a Food for Fines program. No votes on specific expenditures or policy changes are listed on the agenda.

• Roof Update
• Food for Fines program discussion
• Cormier Center Update
• Staffing Update
• Patron Issues and Feedback

City Council

The City Council will hold three public hearings regarding zoning ordinance changes and traffic safety. Two hearings are continuations of previous requests from the Planning Board, and one is a new request regarding speed limits.

• Proposed zoning ordinance amendments for dimensional requirements in Residence B and Residence C Districts
• Proposed zoning ordinance amendments pertaining to Upper Story Dwelling Units
• Request to establish a 25 or 30 MPH speed zone on Mechanic St from the Bridge at Johnny Ro Park to the Lancaster Town Line

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission is holding a special meeting to review a single license application. The body will discuss a request made by Rocco Spagnuolo on behalf of Classic’s Pub.

• One-day special license request for the Boy & Girls Club located at 365 Lindell Avenue, submitted by Rocco Spagnuolo on behalf of Classic’s Pub (285 Central Street)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning ordinances for residential districts and upper story dwelling units. The body is also deciding on multiple appropriation requests from the Mayor and a proposed pay increase for the School Committee.

• Request to transfer $175,000 to the road resurfacing account
• Request to increase School Committee yearly stipends from $2,000 to $5,000
• Proposed 25 or 30 MPH speed zone on Mechanic St from Johnny Ro Park to the Lancaster Town Line
• Request to allow self-storage facilities in the Multi-Use 1 (MU1) zoning district
• Request for a new sidewalk on the easterly side of Howard St between Lancaster St and Florence St

Cemetery Commission

The commission will review and possibly vote on proposed increases to cemetery service rates, effective November 1, 2024. They will also receive an update on the garage roof and brick storage building at Evergreen Cemetery.

• Final review and possible vote on rate increases for cemetery services, effective November 1, 2024
• Update on garage roof and brick storage building at Evergreen Cemetery

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss the progress of the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The body will review the project schedule, budget updates, and monthly invoice logs.

• Vote on previous meeting minutes
• Vote on the warrant
• Presentation from the Mass Office of Campaign and Political Finance
• Review of Mass Save Incentives
• Discussion of Additional Service Requests

Disability Commission

The Leominster Disability Commission will hold a regular monthly meeting on October 8, 2024. The agenda includes approving the September meeting minutes, a financial and budget update, and a public forum. New business covers updates from WALK, JandA results, and setting the calendar and goals for 2025.

• Vote to accept minutes from September meeting
• Financial and budget updates
• Updates from WALK
• JandA results discussion
• Calendar and goals for 2025

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 8, 2024. They will consider three applications for one-day special licenses: Benito's Grill at Monument Square, Sterling Street Brewery for the Cannoli Festival, and the Boys and Girls Club. Continued items include a request by Inwood Brunch & Lounge to change its doing-business-as name, and a request by United Auto Sales to increase the number of vehicles for sale. The meeting will also include a public forum and approval of previous minutes.

• One-day special license for Benito's Grill at 14 Monument Square
• One-day special license for Sterling Street Brewery at 175 Sterling Street, Clinton MA for Cannoli Festival
• One-day special license for Boys and Girls Club at 365 Lindell Avenue
• Change of DBA for Inwood Brunch & Lounge at 785 North Main Street
• Request to increase vehicles for sale for United Auto Sales at 146 Hamilton Street

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will hold a full meeting on October 7, 2024, preceded by Policy and Finance Subcommittee meetings. Action items include a vote on individual contracts for principals and cabinet members with a market adjustment and 3% COLA raise, acceptance of gifts from Five Guys and an Amazon gift card, and approval of several policies on second reading. Presentations will cover Samoset, October 1st enrollment, and MCAS results. The meeting is open for public comment via email by 5:00 PM.

• Vote on individual contracts for principals and cabinet with market adjustment and 3% COLA raise
• Acceptance of a gift from Five Guys
• Acceptance of an Amazon gift card
• Second reading and approval of policies: GCF (Professional Staff Hiring), AC (Nondiscrimination), ACA (Nondiscrimination on Basis of Sex), JIC (Conduct), JICA (Student Dress Code)
• Presentations: Samoset, October 1st enrollment, and MCAS results

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on dimensional regulations and upper story dwelling units. The board is also reviewing site plan applications for a commercial office building and a restaurant with a drive-thru.

• Site plan for commercial office building at 508 Main Street
• Site plan for restaurant with drive-thru at 881 Merriam Avenue
• CC Petition 5-25 regarding dimensional regulations in RB and RC Districts
• CC Petition 7-25 regarding upper story dwelling units
• Petition 10-25 to allow self-storage facilities in MU1 zoning district

Cultural Council

The Leominster Cultural Council will meet via Zoom to conduct regular business. The council is scheduled to review and vote on the Annual Report.

• Vote on Annual Report
• FY 24 Grant Updates
• Review of August 22 and September 5, 2024 meeting minutes

Council on Aging

This is a procedural meeting of the Leominster Council on Aging with no specific decisions or discussions listed. The agenda includes call to order, public forum, reading of minutes, committee reports, and adjournment.

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board will vote on warrants, new members, refunds, pension applications, and transfers. Key actions include approving September pension payroll of $1,157,871.85 and considering pensions for Police Chief Arron Kennedy and School Secretary Catherine Cloutier. The board may also enter executive session to discuss an involuntary accidental disability retirement application.

• Pension application for Police Chief Arron Kennedy retiring Oct 1, 2024: $9,422.39/month (option B)
• Pension application for School Secretary Catherine Cloutier retiring Nov 1, 2024: $2,703.07/month (option B)
• Warrants totaling over $1.34M, including $1,157,871.85 for September pension payroll
• Transfer of $95,114.20 from Leominster Retirement to Middlesex County for Janet Mora
• Executive session to consider Involuntary Accidental Disability Retirement for Carlos Solis (School Department)

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Notices of Intent: a berm at 49 Eastern Avenue and reconstruction of an office building in the riverfront area of the North Nashua River at 508 Main Street. The commission will also discuss an enforcement restoration plan at 51 Howard Street and a request for funds to install a beaver flow device on Lincoln Street.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for berm construction at 49 Eastern Ave (Map 253-3, DEP #199-1201)
• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for office building reconstruction in riverfront area at 508 Main Street (DEP file not yet available)
• Enforcement discussion on restoration plan at 51 Howard Street
• Conservation agent requests funds for beaver flow device installation on Lincoln Street
• Nature walk in Prospect Park scheduled for September 26 at 4 pm

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on several license requests, including a one-day special license for a brewery at a festival, entertainment licenses for a lounge and a Mexican bar & grill, and a request to increase vehicle inventory for a used car lot.

• One-day special license for Sterling Street Brewery at Sholan Farms Harvest Festival
• Update and entertainment license request for Inwood Brunch & Lounge at 785 North Main Street
• Entertainment license request for Mellos Mexican Bar & Grill at 899 Central Street
• Request by United Auto Sales at 146 Hamilton Street to increase number of vehicles for sale

City Council

The Leominster City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning amendments proposed by the Planning Board: one adjusting dimensional requirements for Residence B and C districts, and another regarding upper-story dwelling units. The council will also consider a request to amend the Table of Uses to allow self-storage in MU1 districts, a $35,000 appropriation for the Veterans Department, and a request for a speed zone on Mechanic Street. Other agenda items include a National Grid pole installation on Lancaster Street and a permit for the Johnny Appleseed Arts and Culture Festival.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for dimensional requirements in Residence B and C districts (2/3 vote)
• Public hearing on zoning amendment for upper-story dwelling units (2/3 vote)
• Petition to amend Table of Uses to allow self-storage in MU1 district (2/3 vote)
• Appropriation of $35,000 from Collective Bargaining Account to Veteran's Department for cross-training new director
• Request to establish 25 or 30 mph speed zone on Mechanic Street from Johnny Ro Park to Lancaster Town Line

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider amending the zoning ordinance for dimensional requirements in Residence B and Residence C districts. The request comes from the Planning Board, represented by Elizabeth Wood. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Public hearing on Planning Board request to amend dimensional requirements for Residence B and Residence C Districts

City Council

The City Council holds a continued public hearing on National Grid's request to install a utility pole on Lancaster Street to replace a tree guy after tree removal. The proposed location is about 190 feet southeast of the Central Street intersection.

• Continued public hearing for National Grid to install 1 SO pole on Lancaster Street

Housing Authority

The Leominster Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution regarding the agency's annual plan. The primary focus is the approval of the Proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2025 for State-Aided Public Housing.

• Resolution 2024-13: Approval of the Housing Authority’s Proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2025 for State-Aided Public Housing

Housing Authority

This regular meeting covers approval of July 2024 financials, reports on modernization, state-aided and leased housing, and correspondence from the state housing agency. No new business or unfinished business is listed. The board will also receive an update on Habitat for Humanity and board member training.

• Approval of July 2024 financials
• Modernization/Work Order Report
• State-Aided Housing Report and Leased Housing Report
• Correspondence: EOHLC PHN 2024-14 Demographic Reporting and PHN 2024-15 689/167 Contract Transition to DocuSign
• Habitat for Humanity Update

Recreation Commission

The Leominster Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 18, 2024, and review accounts. Key discussion items include engineering and permitting for Colburn Pond Dam and design work for Prospect Park. No facility requests are pending. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024
• Statement of accounts
• Engineering and permitting for Colburn Pond Dam
• Prospect Park design project
• Next meeting: October 15, 2024 at 4:30 pm

The Leominster Recreation Commission met on September 17, 2024, and approved the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting. The commission received a financial update noting healthy account balances, with capital funds decreasing due to fence work at Barrett Park's volleyball court. Project updates included the Colburn Pond Dam project at Barrett Park, which no longer requires Chapter 91 approval, and the Prospect Park design documents sent to the Purchasing Department on July 18, 2024.

• Approved minutes from June 18, 2024 meeting (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider five new cases. Four applicants are seeking special permits for accessory apartments, and one is seeking a variance for a carport.

• Special permit for accessory apartment at 360 Florence Street
• Special permit for accessory apartment at 13 Dewey Street
• Special permit for accessory apartment at 12 Powder House Lane
• Special permit for accessory apartment at 16 Veronica Street
• Variance for attached carport at 83 Gordon Avenue

Planning Board

The Leominster Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for a flood plain special permit at 68-72 Pleasant Street (multi-family residential with offices) and a site plan for a commercial parking lot at 198-204 Hamilton Street. New applications include a restaurant with drive-thru at 881 Merriam Avenue, contractor garages on Willard Street, and a commercial office building at 508 Main Street. The board will also discuss scheduling a public hearing on a zoning amendment for upper story dwelling units and consider a subdivision modification for Summit Estates.

• Continued public hearing for Flood Plain Special Permit at 68-72 Pleasant Street (multi-family residential above office floors)
• New Site Plan and Flood Plain Permit for commercial office building at 508 Main Street
• New Site Plan for restaurant with drive-thru at 881 Merriam Avenue
• New Site Plan for contractor garages on Willard Street
• Communication item: Definitive Subdivision Modification for Summit Estates and Zoning Amendment for Upper Story Dwelling Units (hearing scheduling)

The Leominster Planning Board approved a site plan for two contractor garage buildings (1,500 sq ft and 7,000 sq ft) at Willard Street, Map 499, Parcel 37, with conditions including addressing department head comments, providing a photometric plan, and a final review by the Planning Director. The board also continued a flood plain special permit hearing for 68-72 Pleasant Street to October 21, 2024, and accepted a withdrawal without prejudice for a commercial parking lot at 198-204 Hamilton Street. A legal opinion was read stating that the Summit Estates subdivision approval has expired, and the board continued discussion to October 7, 2024.

• Approved site plan for contractor garages at Willard Street (7-0)
• Continued flood plain special permit hearing for 68-72 Pleasant Street to 10/21/24 (7-0)
• Accepted withdrawal without prejudice for site plan at 198-204 Hamilton Street (7-0)
• Scheduled site plan for 508 Main Street for 10/7/24 (7-0)
• Scheduled special permit for 508 Main Street for 10/7/24 (7-0)
• Scheduled site plan for 881 Merriam Avenue for 10/7/24 (7-0)
• Continued Summit Estates subdivision discussion to 10/7/24 (7-0)
• Scheduled zoning amendment hearing on upper story dwelling units for 10/7/24 (7-0)

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission is meeting to continue reviewing rates for cemetery services and may vote on proposed increases. The body will also receive an update on the Mulch for Military program and the placement of guards on Veterans Stones.

• Review and possible vote on proposed increases for cemetery service rates
• Update on Mulch for Military program
• Placement of guards on Veterans Stones

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on five new and one continued request under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act. Projects include sewer manhole replacement on Grant Street, a utility pole in front of 68 Pleasant Street, yard regrading at 35 Day Street, a berm at 49 Eastern Ave, and office building reconstruction at 508 Main Street in the North Nashua River riverfront area. The continued hearing involves a septic system at 656 Wachusett Street. Regular business includes a Pierce Street Day of Caring event and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Request for Determination for sewer manhole replacement in the riverfront area of Fall Brook at Grant Street (Parcel 438-4).
• Notice of Intent for a new utility pole in public right-of-way in front of 68 Pleasant Street (DEP File #199-1200).
• Request for Determination for regrading of a yard in a wetland buffer zone at 35 Day Street (Parcel 577-27A).
• Notice of Intent for construction of a berm at 49 Eastern Ave (Parcel 253-3, DEP File #199-1201).
• Notice of Intent for reconstruction of an office building in the riverfront area of the North Nashua River at 508 Main Street (DEP file not yet available).

The Leominster Conservation Commission approved an Order of Conditions for a utility pole project at 68 Pleasant Street, issued a negative 2 determination for yard regrading at 35 Day Street, and issued a negative 2 determination for sewer manhole replacement on Grant Street. Hearings for a berm at 49 Eastern Ave and an office building reconstruction at 508 Main Street were continued to September 24. The commission also approved meeting minutes and set October meeting dates.

• Approved Order of Conditions for utility pole installation at 68 Pleasant Street (4-0)
• Issued negative 2 determination for yard regrading at 35 Day Street (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Issued negative 2 determination for sewer manhole replacement on Grant Street (5-0)
• Continued hearing for berm construction at 49 Eastern Ave to September 24 (5-0)
• Continued hearing for office building reconstruction at 508 Main Street to September 24 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for 7/23/2024 (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Set October meeting dates for October 15 and 29

Disability Commission

The Leominster Disability Commission is meeting to vote on August minutes, discuss financial and budget items (including a '$ from Parking Details' line item), and review updates from the Walk Talk event, JA, and website. The commission will also plan the 2025 calendar and hold an open forum for public comment.

• Vote to accept minutes from August meeting
• Discussion of financial and budget items, including '$ from Parking Details'
• Results from Walk Talk event
• Updates on JA and website
• Planning for 2025 calendar

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 9, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes a public forum, review of previous meeting minutes, and several new items: a hearing on possible liquor law violations by Outback Steakhouse, temporary and one-day licenses for the Food Truck Festival, livery licenses, a dealer license transfer, and informational hearings for new beer/wine licenses. Entertainment licenses for three establishments are also on the docket.

• Hearing on possible liquor law violations at Outback Steakhouse (895 Merriam Avenue)
• Temporary extension of premises for Tavern 13 (13 Central Street) for the Food Truck Festival
• One-day special license for Sterling Street Brewery (175 Sterling Street, Clinton, MA) for the Food Truck Festival
• Livery license applications for VICI Transportation (122 Water Street #133) and Jay Sunny Transportation (93 Lincoln Terrace)
• Informational hearings for new beer and wine licenses at Cibao Restaurant (61 North Main Street) and Sabor Azteca (301B Lancaster Street)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to increase School Committee yearly compensation from $2,000 to $10,000. The body will also consider utility pole installations by National Grid and various zoning and traffic ordinances.

• Request to increase School Committee yearly stipends from $2,000 to $10,000
• National Grid request to install a pole on Lancaster Street
• National Grid request to install a pole on Pleasant Street
• Proposed stop signs for southeast and northwest bound traffic on View Street at Grandview Ave
• Proposed revisions to sewer rate schedule typos in Chapter 21, Article III, Section 21-22.3

City Council

At this Sept. 9 public hearing, the City Council is considering a School Committee request to raise their yearly stipend from $2,000 to $10,000, effective after the next election, with future increases tied to the consumer index. The Council will also hold continued hearings on two National Grid pole installations: one on Lancaster Street and one on Pleasant Street.

• School Committee compensation increase from $2,000 to $10,000, paid from school department budget
• Continued hearing: National Grid pole installation on Lancaster Street (new pole 2-84, guy replacement)
• Continued hearing: National Grid pole installation on Pleasant Street (stub pole 8-84, quadraplex to 71 Pleasant Street)

Board of Trustees

The Leominster Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review library reports and patron feedback. The board is scheduled to discuss pay increases and paid time off for part-time staff, as well as a community spaces policy.

• PT Staff Pay Increase
• Paid Time Off for PT Staff
• Community Spaces Policy
• Cormier Center Update
• Poster Donation

Cultural Council

The Leominster Cultural Council will hold a special virtual meeting to discuss the Johnny Appleseed Festival. The agenda includes public participation and a single substantive item on the festival.

• Discussion of Johnny Appleseed Festival

The Leominster Cultural Council held a special meeting to finalize logistics for the September 14 Johnny Appleseed Festival. They confirmed plans for a new banner, magnetic clips, apple favors, a canopy, raffle baskets, and a candy jar. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the only motion was to adjourn.

• Finalized logistics for the September 14 Johnny Appleseed Festival
• Confirmed new LCC banner and magnetic clips from Creative Print Products
• Arranged canopy loan from Bob Wilson
• Planned raffle baskets and candy jar for Community Input Surveys
• Adjourned meeting (moved by LuAnn Longenecker, seconded by Donna Fiore)

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to conduct a hand count of overseas and military ballots. These ballots were received via email or mail for the September 3, 2024, State Primary Election.

• Hand count tallying of Overseas/Military ballots for the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will hold an executive session before the regular meeting. The agenda includes presentations on the superintendent's entry plan and an opening-of-school overview, along with an equity vision update and discussion on school committee start time. The committee will also approve minutes and receive subcommittee reports.

• Superintendent Desmond Entry Plan - Introduction
• Opening of School Overview
• Equity Vision presentation by Laureen Cipolla
• School Committee Start Time discussion
• Approval of minutes from August 19, 2024

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board will hold a regular monthly meeting to approve warrants totaling over $1.2 million, including the August pension payroll, and to act on 26 new membership applications and three refund deductions. The board is also scheduled to enter executive session to discuss an involuntary accidental disability retirement application for a fire department member (Quintin Tigs) and will note the death of a retired firefighter with annuity payout.

• Warrant #42 for $1,161,771.46 for August pension payroll
• 26 new membership applications from City and School Department employees
• Refund deduction applications totaling $28,378 (three former employees)
• Death of retired firefighter Daniel R. Bouchard; annuity payout to beneficiary
• Executive session to consider involuntary accidental disability retirement for Fire Department member Quintin Tigs

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The committee will vote on the preferred schematic report and review environmental soil testing results.

• Vote on Preferred Schematic Report
• Review of environmental testing results for soils
• Vote on previous meeting minutes

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission is meeting to consider temporary premises extensions for three businesses participating in Dining Under the Stars. The body will also review requests for a special license, a dealer license, and changes in ownership or management for local businesses.

• Temporary premises extensions for Tavern 13 (13 Central Street), The Columbia Tavern (16R Central Street), and Logan’s Table (16 Central Street)
• One-day special license request for Leominster Sportsmen Club (1455 Elm Street)
• Class II dealer license request for DASA Motors (780 Central Street)
• Change of manager for Hannaford (927 Merriam Avenue)
• New ownership request for Leominster Taxi by Emerald Taxi

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments for uses not listed in the Table of Uses and for a stop sign addition at View Street and Grandview Avenue. Continued hearings are scheduled for National Grid pole installations on Pleasant and Lancaster Streets. Among new business, the School Committee requests that their annual compensation be raised from $2,000 to $10,000, and a first reading will introduce an ordinance to correct sewer rate schedule typos.

• School Committee requests compensation increase from $2,000 to $10,000 per year, effective after next election
• Public hearing on amending zoning ordinance for uses not listed in Table of Uses
• First reading of ordinance to amend zoning for upper story dwelling units
• Public hearing to add two stop signs at View Street and Grandview Avenue
• Resolution to revise sewer rate schedule due to typos in the rate approved May 13, 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold continued public hearings on a zoning ordinance amendment for uses not listed in the Table of Uses, and on National Grid pole installations on Lancaster and Pleasant Streets. A new public hearing will also be held on adding stop signs at the intersection of View Street and Grandview Avenue. The council may vote on these items after the hearings.

• Continued hearing on zoning amendment for unlisted uses (requested by Planning & Development Director on behalf of Planning Board)
• National Grid pole installation on Lancaster Street (190 feet southeast of Central Street)
• National Grid pole installation on Pleasant Street to service 71 Pleasant Street
• Proposed stop signs for southeast and northwest bound traffic on View Street at Grandview Avenue

Cultural Council

The Leominster Cultural Council will discuss and vote on priorities for 2025, review updates on the Johnny Appleseed Festival, and receive a status report on FY24 grants. Other agenda items include approving meeting minutes and the treasurer's report.

• Review and vote on 2025 priorities
• Johnny Appleseed Festival update and activities (Sept. 14)
• FY24 grant status and updates
• Approval of July 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report

The Leominster Cultural Council approved the 2025 Priorities as presented and extended a grant deadline for Tom Nalesnik's program. They also agreed to add undistributed 2023 grant funds to FY2025 if paperwork isn't received by September 1, and discussed monitoring future grants more closely.

• Approved July 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved extension for Tom Nalesnik's Ben Franklin Classroom Visits grant
• Approved 2025 Priorities as presented
• Agreed to add undistributed 2023 grant funds to FY2025 if paperwork not received by September 1
• Agreed to view future applications from Christopher Croucher more critically
• Agreed not to recover misused funds from Spanish-American Center but to monitor future situations

Housing Authority

The Leominster Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear the executive director's report, and vote on several resolutions. Key actions include approving management agreement work plans and the ownership transfer of 75 Tenth Street. The board will also discuss financial reports and new state program notices.

• Resolution 2024-10: Approve LHA-LUHA Management Agreement Work Plan
• Resolution 2024-11: Approve LHA-SHA Management Agreement Work Plan
• Resolution 2024-12: Ownership transfer of 75 Tenth St
• Approval of financial statements for April, May, June 2024
• Discussion of EOHLC program notices including FY25 budget guidelines and cyber security alert

Other Meetings

This is a procedural agenda for the Leominster City Clerk's Office to conduct mandatory election machine testing ahead of the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election. No policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the testing runs from August 19 through August 23, 2024.

• Election machine testing for the Sept. 3, 2024 State Primary Election
• Testing occurs Monday through Friday, August 19–23, 2024

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will hold an executive session at 5:15 p.m. to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy, followed by a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. The committee will vote on the final FY25 budget, approve FY24 invoices, and consider a graduation date change. Presentations include a Green Acres update from second graders, a welcome to a new principal, a summer school update, and a district comprehensive review report.

• Vote on final FY25 Budget
• Vote to pay FY24 invoices
• Vote on graduation date change
• Green Acres Presentation (Second Graders)
• District Comprehensive Review Report

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue public hearings and meetings on a site plan, special permit-use, and special permit-flood plain for a multi-family residential project at 68, 70, & 72 Pleasant Street. The board will also review a site plan for a commercial parking lot at 198 & 204 Hamilton Street and consider a preliminary subdivision plan for Bassett Street. Other business includes modifications to the Summit Estates subdivision and site plan at 670 Central Street, and scheduling public hearings on two zoning ordinance amendments.

• Continued public hearings for multi-family residential with office at 68, 70, & 72 Pleasant Street
• Site plan review for commercial parking lot at 198 & 204 Hamilton Street
• Preliminary subdivision plan for Bassett Street (Map 328, Parcels 37, 39, 41, 44, 48, 56, 58)
• Zoning amendment petitions: uses not listed in Table of Uses and dimensional requirements for Residence B/C districts
• Bond amount request for The Meadowlands at Willard Street definitive subdivision

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee (FBBC) meets to discuss and vote on key items for the Fall Brook Elementary School project. Actions include voting on a designer contract amendment #2, the PSR comparison matrix, and previous meeting minutes. The committee will also review design layout options, cost estimates, and environmental testing results.

• Vote on Designer Contract Amendment #2
• Vote on PSR Comparison Matrix
• Review of Add-Reno Layout Option
• PSR Cost Estimates discussion
• Environmental Testing Results review

Disability Commission

The Leominster Disability Commission will hold its monthly meeting on August 13, 2024, at the Leominster Public Library. The agenda includes a vote on the June 11 meeting minutes, a financial and budget update, and an open forum for public comment. Discussion items cover meeting protocols, a wheelchair walk update, website improvements, laws for wheelchair-accessible porta potties, and an update on the J A FESTIVAL.

• Vote on accepting minutes from June 11 meeting
• Wheelchair Walk update
• Discussion of laws for wheelchair-accessible porta potties
• J A FESTIVAL update
• Website etc. update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on August 13, 2024, to consider five cases: a variance for a single-family home on an undersized lot at Maple and Coolidge Streets, and special permits for accessory apartments at 665 Pierce Street and 16 Veronica Street, an addition to a non-conforming building at 53 Elm Street, and an indoor recreation facility at 463-477 Lancaster Street. The board will also set meeting dates for the remainder of 2024.

• Variance for single-family home on undersized lot at Maple and Coolidge Streets (Case #2-24 Gilbert Donatelli)
• Special permit for accessory apartment at 665 Pierce Street (Case #10-24 Joshua Blake)
• Special permit for accessory apartment at 16 Veronica Street (Case #11-24 David Franciosi)
• Special permit for addition to pre-existing non-conforming building at 53 Elm Street (Case #1-25 Luke Smith)
• Special permit for indoor recreation facility at 463-477 Lancaster Street (Case #3-25 Valerie Houser)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on National Grid's request to install one utility pole on Lancaster Street, replacing an existing tree guy due to tree removal. The hearing is scheduled for August 12, 2024, in City Council Chambers.

• National Grid seeks permission to install pole 2-84 and guy on Lancaster Street, approximately 190 feet southeast of Central Street intersection
• Proposed pole replaces a tree guy, necessitated by tree removal

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on National Grid's request to install a utility pole and quadraplex wiring on Pleasant Street to serve 71 Pleasant Street.

• Public hearing on National Grid's request to install 1 SO pole on Pleasant Street, approximately 66 feet south of Pleasant Place.
• Installation includes quadraplex to service 800a at 71 Pleasant Street and a stub pole (8-84) to support the new wire.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding uses not listed in the Table of Uses. The request is made by the Planning Board through Planning & Development Director Elizabeth Wood. This is the only item on the agenda.

• Public hearing on zoning ordinance amendment for unlisted uses in the Table of Uses, requested by Planning Board

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposal to amend the zoning ordinance regarding uses not listed in the Table of Uses. Other public hearings address National Grid pole installations on Lancaster Street and Pleasant Street. The council will also consider a $4,550.45 appropriation for city clerk advertising, a stop sign request on View Street, and several administrative items.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for uses not listed in Table of Uses (6:45 PM)
• National Grid requests to install a pole on Lancaster Street near Central Street (6:30 PM)
• National Grid requests to install a pole on Pleasant Street near Pleasant Place (6:35 PM)
• Request to appropriate $4,550.45 from Stabilization Account for city clerk advertising
• Request to add a stop sign on View Street at Grandview Avenue

Cemetery Commission

The Leominster Cemetery Commission will discuss proposed changes to cemetery policies and rules, and review current service rates with possible increases. The superintendent will present updates and the commission may vote on both items.

• Update/proposal on cemetery policy and rules
• Possible vote on policy changes
• Review of current cemetery service rates
• Possible vote on rate increases
• New business and issues

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold hearings on possible liquor law violations for 14 establishments, including restaurants, bars, and stores. It will also consider a one-day special license for Our Lady of the Lake Church, an update from Pink Flamingo Brewing Company, and a change of manager for Hannaford.

• One-day special license for Our Lady of the Lake Church at 1400 Main Street
• Update on Pink Flamingo Brewing Company at 481 Lancaster Street
• Change of manager for Hannaford at 927 Merriam Avenue
• Possible liquor violations for 14 businesses: A Taste of Vietnam, Athens Pizza, Comeketo Restaurant, Gand View Country Club, Inwood Brunch & Lounge, Launch Leominster, Mai Tai’s, Mellos Mexican Bar & Grill, Outback Steakhouse, Rio Bravo Tacos & Tequila, Yamato Japan, Atul Liquor, Bourbeau’s Market, Turnout Variety

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two wetland permit applications: a septic system at 656 Wachusett Street and tree removal at 952 Union Street. The commission will also discuss enforcement actions including a clearing issue on Mechanic Street and a retaining wall collapse at 188 Central Street, and consider trailhead work at Pierce Street.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for septic system at 656 Wachusett Street (Map 546-14A)
• Public hearing on Request for Determination of Applicability for tree removal in wetland buffer at 952 Union Street (Map 396-5)
• Enforcement discussion on Mechanic Street clearing (Parcel 372-3)
• Enforcement discussion on 188 Central Street retaining wall collapse
• Conservation management talk on Pierce Street trailhead

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board will meet to approve minutes, warrants, and funding sources, including a $1.16M July pension payroll. The board will also review new membership applications, deduction refunds, pension applications, transfers to other systems, and a possible executive session to discuss an involuntary accidental disability retirement application for Carlos Solis.

• Warrant #36: $1,163,239.95 for July pension payroll
• Four new membership applications for School and Police departments
• Six deduction refund applications, including $85,332.90 for Katelyn Huffman
• Three transfers of annuity and creditable service to Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System
• Possible executive session for Carlos Solis involuntary accidental disability retirement application

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to interview four candidates referred by the Ways and Means Committee. The body will discuss the candidates and proceed to the nomination and election of a City Clerk.

• Interviews of candidates Elizabeth Doiron, Samantha Lovewell, Dianne Reardon, and Katie Santana
• Nomination and election of City Clerk

The City Council interviewed four candidates for the City Clerk position and then voted. Elizabeth Doiron was elected City Clerk by a roll call vote of 5-4 over Dianne Reardon. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Elected Elizabeth Doiron as City Clerk (5-4)
• Interviewed four City Clerk candidates: Doiron, Lovewell, Reardon, Santana

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent for a driveway expansion in a wetland buffer zone. The body will also discuss enforcement actions and conservation management projects.

• Public hearing for driveway expansion at 797 Union Street (DEP File 199-1198)
• Enforcement discussions for Mechanic Street, 51 Howard Street, and 188 Central Street
• Extension request for Monoosnoc Brook Stabilization (DEP File #199-1 129)
• LAND Grant application for 27 acres off Pleasant Street
• Pierce Street trailhead work

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold a public hearing on the transfer of the alcoholic beverage license for Benito's Grill at 14 Monument Square. Additionally, the commission will consider a one-day special license for Brady's at 37 Mechanic Street for the Italian Festival, receive an update on Pink Flamingo Brewery, and hold an informational hearing on increasing the number of vehicles for sale at Unique Motors. A new class II dealer license for Cyber Auto, Inc. at 7 Prospect Street is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on transfer of license for Benito's Grill at 14 Monument Square
• One-day special license request by Brady's at 37 Mechanic Street for Italian Festival
• Business update from Pink Flamingo Brewery at 481 Lancaster Street
• Informational hearing on increasing vehicles for sale at Unique Motors, 591 North Main Street
• Application for class II dealer license by Cyber Auto, Inc. at 7 Prospect Street

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding a request from the Leominster Police Department. The body will discuss amending the city ordinance to establish specific parking time limits.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 13, Section 13-66.2 of the Revised Ordinance
• Establishment of one-half hour parking for six vehicles at 24 Church Street between City Hall and the Gallagher Building

City Council

This is a Public Service Subcommittee meeting of the Leominster City Council. The agenda includes a single substantive item: a discussion of National Grid pole petitions for Lancaster Street and Pleasant Street. The meeting is otherwise procedural.

• National Grid pole petitions for Lancaster Street and Pleasant Street

City Council

The Leominster City Council will hold public hearings on a request to increase School Committee yearly compensation from $2,000 to $10,000 and on a technical fix to the sewer rate schedule. The Council will also vote on school department appropriations totaling $728,953.70 from E-Rate grants, appointments to the Housing Authority and election worker list, and changes to school building committee membership. Several ordinance amendments and utility pole permits are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on School Committee compensation increase from $2,000 to $10,000
• Public hearing to correct typos in sewer rate schedule (Chapter 21, Article UI, Section 21-22.3)
• Appropriation of $508,419.70 for School Department from FY25 E-Rate revenue
• Appropriation of $220,534.00 for School Department from FY E-Rate revenue
• Ordinance amendment to increase cash security for utility connections from $15,000 to $15,000 (with interest after two-year guarantee period)

The Leominster City Council approved a contract for the new elected City Clerk by a 5-3 roll call vote, with three councillors opposing due to concerns about the candidate's experience and costs. The council also granted two E-Rate appropriations for the school department, confirmed a Housing Authority appointment, and gave leave to withdraw a school committee stipend increase request.

• Approved City Clerk contract (5-3)
• Granted $508,419.70 E-Rate appropriation for schools (8-0)
• Granted $220,534 E-Rate appropriation for schools (8-0)
• Confirmed Denise Ivaldi to Housing Authority (8-0)
• Gave leave to withdraw school committee stipend increase petition (8-0)
• Adopted second reading of cash security ordinance (8-0)
• Adopted second reading of parking zone ordinance (8-0)
• Granted further time for zoning amendment and National Grid pole petitions (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider revising Chapter 21, Article III, Section 21-22.3 of the Leominster City ordinance to correct typos in a rate schedule that was approved on May 13, 2024. This is the only item on the agenda.

• Mayor Mazzarella requests revision to correct typos in the rate schedule of Chapter 21, Article III, Section 21-22.3, as approved on May 13, 2024.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a multi-family residential project with first-floor offices on Pleasant Street. The board will also review several subdivision plans and consider zoning amendments recommended by the Housing Committee.

• Special Permit and Site Plan for multi-family residential and office at 68, 70, & 72 Pleasant Street
• Site Plan for commercial parking lot at 198 & 204 Hamilton Street
• Zoning amendment recommendations for Upper Story Dwelling Units and Residence B and C Districts
• Preliminary Plan for Bassett Street Subdivision
• Discussion on code enforcement for 125 Lawrence Street

The Planning Board continued three public hearings for the proposed 19-unit multifamily development at 68-72 Pleasant Street to August 19, 2024, after discussing parking and floodplain concerns. The board also endorsed four ANR plans, declared a bond in default for the Quarry Estates subdivision, and voted to petition the City Council on two zoning amendments related to housing.

• Continued site plan and special permit hearings for 68-72 Pleasant Street to 8/19/24 (7-0)
• Endorsed ANR for 74 Granite Street with edits (7-0)
• Endorsed ANR for 565 Abbott Avenue and 112 Leland Avenue (7-0)
• Endorsed ANR for 71 & 200 Atlantic Avenue, 81, 91, & 101 Industrial, and 3 North Street (7-0)
• Endorsed ANR for 200 & 214 Harvard Street (7-0)
• Declared Quarry Estates bond in default and started default process (7-0)
• Petitioned City Council for zoning amendment on Upper Story Dwelling Units (7-0)
• Petitioned City Council for zoning amendment on Dimensional Requirements for Residence B and C Districts (7-0)

Other Meetings

The Ways & Means Subcommittee will meet in executive session to interview applicants for the City Clerk position. The meeting may function as a Committee of the Whole if a quorum of City Councillors is present.

• Interviews for the position of City Clerk

Other Meetings

The Ways & Means Subcommittee will meet on July 18, 2024, to move into executive session and conduct interviews for the position of City Clerk. The meeting will not reconvene in open session. A roll call vote is required to enter and leave executive session.

• Executive session to interview applicants for City Clerk position
• Roll call vote required to enter and leave executive session
• Potential Committee of the Whole if quorum of City Council is present

Cultural Council

The Leominster Cultural Council will hold a routine meeting to approve prior minutes, review the treasurer's report, and discuss correspondence including FY23 and FY24 grant updates. Old business includes revisiting the council's logo and current priorities. New business features discussion of the Johnny Appleseed Festival scheduled for September 14.

• Discussion of FY23 and FY24 grant updates under correspondence
• Revisiting current priorities under old business
• Discussion of Johnny Appleseed Festival on September 14

Board of Trustees

The Leominster Public Library Board of Trustees Personnel Subcommittee will meet to conduct a quarterly review of the director's 2024 areas of focus and goals. Other agenda items include open forum, approval of minutes, and announcements. This is a committee meeting, and if a quorum of trustees is present it will also serve as a Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Quarterly review of 2024 Director's Areas of Focus and Corresponding Goals

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a resolution regarding the Leominster and Warren Housing Authorities Management Agreement Work Plan.

• Approval of the Leominster Housing Authority & Warren Housing Authority Management Agreement Work Plan

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will review updates from the Superintendent regarding cemetery policies and rules. The commission may also consider potential increases to current rates for cemetery services.

• Proposed changes to cemetery policies and rules
• Potential increases to cemetery service rates

City Council

The Ways & Means Subcommittee will meet to discuss a position for City Clerk. The meeting also includes an executive session.

• Position for City Clerk
• Executive Session

Fall Brook Building Committee

The committee will vote on previous meeting minutes, warrants, and procurement methods. The agenda also includes a design report regarding landscape design, layout options, and underground sanitary lines for the Fall Brook Elementary School project.

• Vote on previous meeting minutes
• Vote on warrants
• Vote on procurement methods overview
• Review of preliminary landscape design
• Report on underground sanitary lines and culvert

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent to expand a driveway in the wetland buffer zone at 797 Union Street. The agenda also includes an extension request for Monoosnoc Brook stabilization and a LAND Grant application review. Additionally, the meeting covers enforcement related to clearing on Mechanic Street.

• Driveway expansion hearing at 797 Union Street
• Extension request for Monoosnoc Brook Stabilization
• LAND Grant application review
• Enforcement regarding Mechanic Street clearing
• Urban Tree Walk outreach event on July 20

City Council

The Council will consider several funding requests for the School Department, including E-Rate revenue appropriations. The agenda also includes discussions on amending zoning ordinances for short-term rentals and unlisted uses. Additionally, the Council will review utility installation requests from National Grid and changes to local parking rules.

• Appropriation of $508,419.70 to School Department Expenses from E-Rate Revenue
• Proposal to increase School Committee annual stipend from $2,000 to $10,000
• Ordinance amendment to prohibit short-term rentals in Residence A zones
• National Grid request to install poles and wires on Lancaster Street and Pleasant Street
• Amendment to establish a 30-minute parking zone at 24 Church Street

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review library reports and patron feedback. Discussions include updates on the Cormier Center and part-time staff compensation. The board will also address art insurance renewal and a new 3D printer policy.

• Cormier Center update
• Part-time staff pay increase and PTO
• Art insurance renewal
• New 3D printer policy
• Transfer requests

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will consider a one-day special license for the Italian Festival. The meeting also includes an informational hearing regarding a license transfer for Benito’s Grill at 14 Monument Square and a discussion on an ADA policy matter at Franco Veterans Club, Inc.

• One-day special license request for the Italian Festival
• License transfer informational hearing for Benito’s Grill at 14 Monument Square
• ADA policy matter at Franco Veterans Club, Inc. (300 Water Street)

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports for January, February, and March 2024. The meeting includes discussions regarding updates to the agency's grievance and pet policies. Additionally, the Executive Director will provide reports on management agreements and new employment positions.

• Resolution 2024-7: Update Grievance Policy
• Resolution 2024-8: Update Pet Policy
• Approval of January, February, and March 2024 financials
• Executive Director report on management agreements and new employment positions

Housing Authority

The Leominster Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet on June 26, 2024. The agenda includes resolutions to update the agency's grievance and pet policies. The board will also review financial items for January through March 2024.

• Resolution 2024-7: Update Grievance Policy
• Resolution 2024-8: Update Pet Policy
• Resolution 2024-9: One Year Management Agreement
• Approval of January, February and March 2024 financials

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding the construction of two single-family houses at 699 & 711 Willard Street and tree cutting at 69 Belair Heights. The agenda also includes enforcement actions for street clearings and conservation management at Pierce Street.

• Notice of Intent: two single-family houses at 699 & 711 Willard Street
• Notice of Intent: tree cutting and lawn expansion at 69 Belair Heights
• Enforcement for Elm Street Clearing and Mechanic Street Clearing
• Conservation management for Pierce Street Conservation
• Photocopier maintenance plan budget item

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider amending the city ordinance regarding cash security. The proposal requires a $15,000 deposit for work involving private connections to public utilities like water and sewer. This security would be held for a two-year period to cover potential defects or damages.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 20, Article III, Section 20-18 regarding cash security
• $15,000 cash security requirement for utility and private connections into public utilities

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board will approve May meeting minutes and various warrants, including a June pension payroll of $1,148,453.67. The board will also process new memberships, pension applications, and service transfers. Additionally, Stone Consulting will present the January 1, 2024, actuarial study.

• Approval of $1,148,453.67 June pension payroll
• Presentation of the January 1, 2024, actuarial study by Stone Consulting
• Processing of new membership applications for police, school, and health departments
• Review of deduction refund applications, including $17,928.94 for Nikki R. Karr
• Approval of pension applications for Kathleen E. Mumford and Denise T. Welsh

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will consider several liquor license transfers and new alcohol licenses. The agenda also includes requests for dealer license changes, one-day special licenses, and informational hearings regarding entertainment and vehicle sales.

• License transfer for R&K Liquor Corp at 531 North Main Street
• New all alcoholic beverages off-premises license for Family Farms at 202 Merriam Avenue
• Class II Dealer License transfer for Cyber Auto, Inc. to 7 Prospect Street
• Informational hearing regarding an entertainment license for Inwood Brunch and Lounge
• Request for an extension of hours for Hannaford at 975 Merriam Avenue

City Council

The City Council will consider zoning amendments for an MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District and new restrictions on short-term rentals. The agenda includes several budget appropriations, such as $775,000 for health insurance and $180,000 for school transportation. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding parking changes at 24 Church Street.

• Proposal to create an MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District
• Ordinance to prohibit short-term rentals in 'Residence A' zones
• $775,000 appropriation for Health Insurance Expense accounts
• New $15,000 cash security requirement for utility connections
• Amendment to establish 30-minute parking at 24 Church Street

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding new 30-minute parking zones and updated cash security requirements for utility connections. The agenda also includes several large budget appropriations for health insurance, rubbish, and police expenses. Additionally, the council will review a proposed ordinance regarding short-term rentals in Residence A.

• Proposed MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District in North Leominster
• New 30-minute parking zone at 24 Church Street
• $775,000 appropriation for Health Insurance Expense Accounts
• Ordinance to prohibit short-term rentals in Residence A zones
• $15,000 cash security requirement for utility and private connections

Other Meetings

The Ways & Means Committee will discuss the search for a new City Clerk. This includes an executive session to review interview questions, candidates, and the interview schedule.

• Discussion of the City Clerk search
• Review of City Clerk interview questions and candidates
• Setting a City Clerk interview schedule

Council on Aging

The June 20, 2024, meeting agenda contains only procedural items and committee reports. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the document.

Recreation Commission

The commission will review the statement of accounts and discuss projects for Colburn Pond Dam and Prospect Park. The agenda also includes a request for a Ledford Family Bench.

• Engineering and permitting for Colburn Pond Dam
• Prospect Park Design
• Ledford Family Bench Request

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will elect a chair, vice chair, and secretary. The Superintendent will provide an update on building and grounds issues. The commission will also discuss potential changes to current cemetery policies.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Update on buildings and grounds from the Superintendent
• Discussion regarding possible updates to cemetery policies

Leominster School Committee

The committee will discuss the superintendent's evaluation and review subcommittee reports regarding policy and finance. Action items include votes on the Superintendent contract, the LEA contract, and obsolete equipment. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Vote on Superintendent Contract
• Vote on LEA Contract
• Superintendent Evaluation discussion
• Obsolete Equipment
• School Committee Compensation

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review minutes from the May 1, 2024 meeting and receive an update on McDonald’s at 302 North Main Street. The agenda also includes the condemnation of 11 Lorenzo Street and the appointment of burial agents. Additionally, the board will address a new administrative assistant.

• Condemnation of 11 Lorenzo Street
• McDonald's update at 302 North Main Street
• Appointment of burial agents
• New administrative assistant

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The agenda includes a review of preliminary site designs and recent design meeting outcomes. The committee will also vote on previous meeting minutes and warrants.

• Vote on previous meeting minutes
• Vote on warrant
• Preliminary site design review
• Project budget and schedule updates

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding the reconstruction of Route 12 and ecological restoration at Lake Samoset. The commission will also review notices of intent for single-family homes on Willard Street and Belair Heights. Other business includes enforcement actions and a budget item for a conservation sign.

• Notice of Intent for Route 12 reconstruction from Sterling boundary to Tocci Street
• Notice of Intent for single-family home construction at 699 & 711 Willard Street
• Notice of Intent for ecological restoration at Lake Samoset
• Request for Determination of Applicability for tree cutting at 318 Lindell Avenue
• Budget item for Pierce Street Conservation Sign

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit for a used car business. The board will also address administrative matters involving permit non-compliance and extension requests.

• Special Permit for a used car business at 670 Central St
• Review of Special Permit non-compliance at 91 Main Street
• Extension request for Backlot Realty Trust & VAM Realty Trust

Disability Commission

The commission will vote to accept minutes from the May 14 meeting and receive financial and budget updates. Discussion topics include upcoming dates for the Wheelchair Walk and Driver Ed, along with website and Johnny Appleseed updates.

• Vote on accepting May 14 meeting minutes
• Financial and budget updates
• Wheelchair Walk date updates
• Driver Ed date updates
• Website and Johnny Appleseed updates

City Council

The Leominster City Council will review several budget appropriations and zoning amendments. Key items include a $4 million fund transfer for the police station capital project and a proposal to prohibit short-term rentals in Residence A zones. The council will also address proposed increases to water and sewer rates.

• $4,000,000 appropriation for the Police Station capital project fund
• Zoning amendment to prohibit short-term rentals in Residence A zones
• Proposed 30-minute parking zone at 24 Church Street
• Amendment to increase water and sewer rates
• $775,000 appropriation for Health Insurance Expense Accounts

Board of Trustees

The Board will discuss the FY2025 budget and the Cormier Center Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding paid time off for part-time staff.

• FY2025 Budget
• Cormier Center Plan
• Paid Time Off for Part-Time Staff
• Naming Opportunities

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will consider applications for one-day special licenses and temporary extensions of premises. These requests involve several businesses for the Summer Stroll, Italian Festival, and Pink Flamingo Day.

• One-day special licenses for Summer Stroll (Sterting Street Brewery, Let us Pour, LLC, and Massive Craft Beer Garden)
• Temporary premises extensions for Summer Stroll and Italian Festival at 16R Central Street
• Temporary premises extensions for Summer Stroll at 16 Central Street and 18-20 Central Street
• One-day special license for Pink Flamingo Day (Wine-Cask Imports)

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding a proposal to amend the Leominster Zoning Ordinance. The amendment would establish a definition for short-term rentals and prohibit their use in Residence A zones.

• Proposed definition of short-term rentals as residential occupancy for fewer than 31 consecutive days for a fee
• Proposal to prohibit short-term rentals in Residence A zones
• Public hearing scheduled for June 10, 2024, at Appleseed Restaurant

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to amend the Leominster Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. The proposal seeks to create an MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District in the North Leominster neighborhood. This follows collaborative work between the MRPC and the Housing Committee that began in November 2023.

• Proposed creation of an MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District
• Amendments to the Leominster Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map
• Public hearing for the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission petition

City Council

The City Council will hold a continued public hearing regarding an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. The proposal seeks to add a formal definition for short-term rentals and prohibit their use in Residence A zones.

• Proposed definition of 'short-term rental(s)' as residential occupancy for fewer than 31 consecutive days for a fee
• Proposal to prohibit short-term rentals in Residence A zoning

Other Meetings

The Finance Sub-Committee is meeting to review monthly financial reports for FY24. The committee will also consider approving warrants 43 through 47 and a general fund transfer.

• Approval of warrants 43-47
• Review of FY24 monthly financials and reports
• Vote on a general fund transfer

Other Meetings

The meeting includes a Superintendent evaluation and presentations from SEPAC and Chartwells. The body will also vote on the last day of school and discuss school committee compensation.

• Superintendent evaluation
• Chartwells presentation
• Vote on Last Day of School
• Policy regarding performing outside work
• Update on School Committee Compensation

Other Meetings

The Finance Sub-Committee will meet to approve warrants and review monthly financial reports for Fiscal Year 2024. The body is scheduled to vote on a general fund transfer.

• Approval of warrants 43-47
• Review of FY24 monthly financials and reports
• Vote on general fund transfer

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council regarding City Council Petition 44-24 on short-term rentals. The board will also review site plan and special permit applications for residential and commercial properties.

• City Council Petition 44-24 regarding Short Term Rentals
• Site Plan and Special Permits (Use and Flood Plain) for multi-family residential at 68, 70, & 72 Pleasant Street
• Site Plan for commercial parking lot at 198 & 204 Hamilton Street
• Appointment of Dean Valliere as MRPC representative
• Appointment of Elizabeth Wood as MJTC representative

Police Station Building Committee

The Police Station Building Committee will meet via remote access to conduct business regarding the Leominster Police Headquarters. The committee is scheduled to approve previous meeting notes and invoices.

• Approval of meeting notes
• Approval of invoices

Recreation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission is holding public hearings regarding several projects affecting wetlands and buffer zones. The body will review requests for tree clearing, ecological restoration, and infrastructure reconstruction. These decisions impact local environmental protections and land use.

• Public hearing for Route 12 reconstruction from Sterling town boundary to Tocci Street
• Public hearing for Lake Samoset ecological restoration project at Lakeshore Drive
• Public hearing for residential garage construction at 300 Day Street
• Request for Determination of Applicability for tree clearing and trailhead parking at Pierce Street
• Enforcement discussion regarding clearing at Elm Street (Parcel 519-12A)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Mayor Dean J. Mazzarella regarding the Water Department budget. The proposal involves a total appropriation for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Proposed appropriation of $6,538,698.00 to the FY 2025 Water Department Budget

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the FY 2025 city, sewer, and water budgets. The body will also consider several fund transfers for public safety and school transportation, as well as zoning amendments regarding short-term rentals and MBTA multi-family housing.

• FY 2025 Budget totaling $168,407,963.00
• FY 2025 Sewer Department Budget appropriation of $6,701,672.00
• FY 2025 Water Department Budget appropriation of $6,538,698.00
• Proposed $4,000,000 transfer to the Police Station capital project fund
• Proposed prohibition of short-term rentals in Residence A zoning

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding a request to amend the city's motor vehicle and traffic ordinances. The proposal seeks to change the 'No Parking' designations on the west side of Church Street.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 13, Section 13-34 regarding no-parking zones on Church Street (West side) from Merriam Avenue to West Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Mayor Dean J. Mazzarella's request to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The proposed budget totals $168,407,963.00.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget totaling $168,407,963.00
• Request to raise $167,816,463.00 via Fiscal Year 2025 Revenues
• Proposed $276,500.00 transfer from the Gallagher Building Special Revenue Fund
• Proposed $65,000.00 transfer from the Cemetery Trust Fund
• Proposed $250,000.00 from overlay

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Mayor Dean J. Mazzarella regarding the Sewer Department budget. The proposal involves a total appropriation for the 2025 fiscal year.

• Proposed appropriation of $6,701,672.00 for the FY 2025 Sewer Department Budget

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding several projects affecting wetland buffer zones and protected areas. The body is reviewing requests for determination and notices of intent for infrastructure and restoration work.

• Public hearing for Route 12 reconstruction from Sterling town boundary to Tocci Street
• Public hearing for ecological restoration project at Lake Samoset on Lakeshore Drive
• Public hearing for tree clearing and trailhead parking area at Pierce Street
• Public hearing for residential garage construction at 300 Day Street
• Enforcement discussion regarding clearing at Elm Street (Parcel 519-12A)

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board will review pension payroll, membership applications, and deduction refunds. The board will also hold an open discussion regarding a Cost-of-Living Increase (COLA).

• Warrant #26 for May Pension Payroll in the amount of $1,151,761.13
• Deduction refund for Kisha M. Vale in the amount of $25,074.65
• Deduction refund for Nikki R. Karr in the amount of $17,928.94
• Membership applications for 9 employees across the Fire and School departments
• Executive session to consider an Involuntary Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Carlos Solis

Police Station Building Committee

The Police Station Building Committee will meet via remote access to approve meeting notes and invoices. The agenda includes a section for new business and other unanticipated topics.

• Approval of meeting notes
• Approval of invoices

Council on Aging

The Leominster Council on Aging Board will meet to review committee reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural items and standing reports.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review projects and grants, including engineering and permitting for the Colburn Pond Dam and the Prospect Park Design. The body will also consider a facility request from Crossroads Community Church.

• Engineering and permitting for Colburn Pond Dam
• Prospect Park Design
• Facility request from Crossroads Community Church

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to amend the Leominster Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. The proposal, submitted by the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission, seeks to create an MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District in the North Leominster neighborhood.

• Petition to amend Leominster Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map
• Proposed creation of an MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District
• Public hearing scheduled for May 20, 2024, at 5:30 P.M.

Other Meetings

The Legal Affairs Committee will consider a petition from the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission to amend the Leominster Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. The proposal aims to create an MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District in the North Leominster neighborhood to meet Section 3A of Chapter 40A requirements.

• Petition to create an MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District
• Proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance and zoning map
• Public hearing scheduled for June 10, 2024, at 6:00 PM

Planning Board

The Planning Board will determine if a site plan modification at 468 Main Street is a minor or major change. The board will also consider a zoning amendment request and appoint representatives to regional planning and transportation committees.

• Site plan modification for Golden Nozzle Car Wash at 468 Main Street
• Proposed Zoning Amendment regarding Article 1, Section 22-1 Table of Uses
• ANR for 273 and 239 Legate Hill Road, Map 425, Parcels 6 & 7
• Appointment of a representative for the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission
• Appointment of a representative for the Montachusett Joint Transportation Committee

Other Meetings

The Finance Committee is conducting budget hearings for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting will cover specific departmental budgets in a scheduled sequence.

• Police budget hearing at 5:30 PM
• DPW, Water, and Sewer budget hearing at 5:50 PM
• Fire budget hearing at 6:10 PM

Other Meetings

The Finance Committee will conduct budget overview hearings for the Mayor, the Library, and the Schools. These meetings are subject to a quorum of City Councillors being present.

• Mayor budget overview at 5:30 PM
• Library budget hearing at 6:00 PM
• School budget hearing at 6:15 PM

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss the project schedule, budget, and designer reports. The committee will review existing site conditions and conceptual options for the building. Discussions will also include repairs to the existing sewer line.

• Review of site options for the building
• Preliminary conceptual building options
• Repairs to existing sewer line
• Vote on previous meeting minutes
• Vote on warrant

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee is conducting interviews for the position of Superintendent. Three candidates will be interviewed on May 14, 2024, at the Leominster Center for Technical Education Innovation.

• Interview with Dr. Kevin Mcintyre (Milford Public Schools)
• Interview with Dr. Renee McCall (Newton Public Schools)
• Interview with Ms. Robin Desmond (Lowell Public Schools)

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding a restoration project at Lake Samoset and the reconstruction of Route 12. The body will also continue hearings on residential garage construction at two different properties. Additionally, the commission will review certificates of compliance and land grants.

• Public hearing for ecological restoration project at Lake Samoset (Lakeshore Drive)
• Public hearing for Route 12 reconstruction from Sterling town boundary to Tocci Street
• Continued hearing for residential garage construction at 300 Day Street
• Continued hearing for residential garage construction at 435 North Street
• Certificate of Compliance for 1343 Central Street

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will meet to review financial updates and discuss several community initiatives. The body will consider ideas for speaker engagements, commission awareness via flyers and a website, and Johnny Appleseed activities.

• Update for Wheelchair Walk
• Driver ED dates
• Commission awareness ideas including website and flyer handouts
• Johnny Appleseed ideas

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. The proposal seeks to define short-term rentals and prohibit their use within Residence A zoning districts.

• Amendment to include 'Short-Term Rental' definition
• Prohibition of short-term rentals in Residence A zones

Board of Trustees

The Leominster Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss the FY2025 budget and programming costs. The agenda includes proposals to rescind the Library of Things Collection Development Policy and the Electronic Devices Agreement. A pay increase for a part-time staffer is also scheduled for discussion.

• FY2025 Budget
• Rescission of Library of Things Collection Development Policy
• Rescission of Electronic Devices Agreement
• Pay increase for PT staffer
• Programming costs

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the FY2025 budget and several new business items. This includes potential pay increases for part-time staff and changes to library policies.

• FY2025 Budget
• Pay increase for PT staffer
• Rescission of Library of Things Collection Development Policy
• Rescission of Electronic Devices Agreement
• Naming opportunities and programming costs

License Commission

The Commission will consider several new business applications, including class II dealer licenses and informational hearings. The agenda also includes requests for one-day special licenses and entertainment license hearings.

• One-day special license for Solvus Global at 272 Nashua Street
• One-day special license for Sterling Street Brewery at 175 Sterling Street, Clinton, MA
• Informational hearing for a new wine and malt off-premises license requested by Nadine Nelson
• Change of manager for Ocean State Job Lot at 20 Water Tower Place
• Informational hearing regarding vehicle count increase for Unique Motors at 591 North Main Street

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding the proposed CDBG Budget/Action Plan for year 50. This item was previously presented to the City Council on April 22, 2024.

• Public hearing on proposed CDBG Budget/Action Plan for year 50

City Council

The Leominster City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a request from Mayor Dean J. Mazzarella. The body will consider voting to amend two sections of the Leominster City Ordinance.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 21, Article II, Section 21-11.1
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 21, Article II, Section 21-22.3

City Council

The City Council will hold a continued public hearing concerning the proposed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Budget/Action Plan for Year 50. This meeting is scheduled to take place at Appleseed Restaurant.

• Continued Public Hearing: CDBG Budget/Action Plan - Year 50

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a special permit and site plan for a junk yard expansion at 1525 Central Street. The board also discussed a potential zoning overlay district to permit a casino in North Worcester County.

• Approved special permit and site plan for junk yard expansion at 1525 Central Street (Lot 5 Patriots Circle)
• Discussion of a proposed Zoning Overlay District to permit a casino project estimated at $500-700 million
• Review of Quarry Estates Subdivision conservation restriction and a $13k road completion bond

Leominster School Committee

The Finance Sub-Committee is meeting to approve warrants and review FY24 monthly financial reports. The body will also vote on a general fund transfer and discuss parent partnership groups.

• Approval of warrants 39 - 42
• Review of FY24 monthly financials and reports
• Vote on general fund transfer
• Discussion of parent partnership groups

Leominster School Committee

The committee will hold public hearings and vote on the FY25 budget and School Choice for FY25. Members will also discuss a principal candidate for Sky View and provide an update on the superintendent search.

• Public hearing and vote on FY25 Budget
• Public hearing and vote on School Choice for FY25
• Vote on CAPS
• Discussion of Principal Candidate for Sky View
• Action on obsolete equipment and acceptance of a gift

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review FY24 building permits and local sales and market trends. The meeting includes a Department of Revenue update from representative Mary Oliver.

• FY24 Building Permit Review
• Review of Leominster sales and market trends
• DOR Update from Mary Oliver

Board of Health

The Leominster Board of Health will consider a tobacco appeal for Rahim Corporation at 389 North Main Street. The board will also receive an update regarding the McDonald’s located at 302 North Main Street. Additionally, members will review the minutes from the March 20, 2024, meeting.

• Tobacco appeal for Rashid Amin, Rahim Corporation dba/Country Farms (389 North Main Street)
• McDonald’s update at 302 North Main Street
• Approval of March 20, 2024, meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act. The body will review notices of intent for construction in wetland buffer zones and an amendment for a boardwalk trail.

• Public hearing: residential garage construction at 300 Day Street
• Public hearing: residential garage construction at 435 North Street
• Public hearing: boardwalk trail amendment at Prospect Street
• Extension requests for 1343 Central Street and 27 Cherry Street
• Modification to existing Order of Conditions for View Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

Carmella Spadafore is seeking a variance to build a home on two lots on Dewey Avenue. The request follows a denial from the Building Commissioner because the combined 9,793 square feet of the lots is below the 10,000 square feet required by ordinance.

• Variance request for lot size at Dewey Avenue (Lots 200 & 206)
• Public hearing regarding building on two combined lots totaling 9,793 sf

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on April 23, 2024, to consider an appeal by Neil Zanni, who was denied permission to split a lot at 74 Granite Street. A variance is required for lot width under the city ordinance.

• Public hearing for Case #7-24
• Appeal of Building Commissioner's denial of lot split
• Property at 74 Granite Street, Assessors Map 543, Lot 4
• Variance required for lot width (Article VII, Section 22-40)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board will consider a possible withdrawal for Case #5-24 regarding Elm Street. New cases include requests for lot splitting on Granite Street and building a home on two lots on Dewey Avenue.

• Case #5-24: Potential withdrawal of variance request for Elm Street
• Case #7-24: Variance request to split a lot into two at 74 Granite Street
• Case #8-24: Variance request to build a home on two lots at Dewey Avenue

City Council

The City Council is holding two continued public hearings. The body will discuss a request to change parking rules on Church Street and a proposal to add a new section to city ordinances regarding short-term rental units.

• Proposed parking amendment for Church Street (west side) south of Merriam Avenue
• Proposed new city ordinance section regarding short-term rental units

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several appropriation requests from the Mayor, including a $1.47 million transfer for various department capital requests. The body will also hold public hearings regarding short-term rental ordinances and parking changes on Church Street.

• Appropriation of $1,472,199 for General Fund Capital Accounts across 13 departments
• Proposed creation of an MBTA Multi-Family Overlay District to amend zoning ordinances
• Public hearing on a new city ordinance section regarding short-term rental units
• Request to amend parking restrictions on the west side of Church Street
• Proposed water and sewer rate increases via amendments to Chapter 21

License Commission

The Commission will review potential liquor law violations involving Miranda’s Pub, Classic’s Pub, and Mai Tai’s. The meeting also includes a request for a one-day special license for Tavern 13 and hearings regarding new licenses or transfers.

• Liquor law violation hearing: Miranda’s Pub, 488 Lancaster Street
• Liquor law violation hearing: Classic’s Pub, 285 Central Steet
• Liquor law violation hearing: Mai Tai’s, 638 North Main Street
• One-day special license request: Tavern 13, 13 Central Street
• Informational hearing for new off-premises license: Family Farms, 202 Merriam Avenue

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee is meeting to announce the finalists for the Superintendent of the Leominster Public Schools. The body will also discuss the next steps in the search process.

• Announcement of finalists for Superintendent of the Leominster Public Schools

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board is meeting to process pension applications, membership updates, and fund transfers. The board will also discuss a possible motion to notify the City Council of a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase.

• Discussion of up to 3% COLA increase for retirees
• March Pension Payroll warrant (W# 15) for $1,168,845.72
• Pension application for Fire Chief Robert Sideleau II with a total monthly amount of approximately $9,277.35
• Accidental death benefit request from Carol Courtemanche for spouse Leo Courtemanche
• Involuntary Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Carlos Solis

Recreation Commission

The Leominster Recreation Commission will meet to review project and grant updates. Discussions include engineering and permitting for the Colburn Pond Dam and the design for Prospect Park.

• Engineering and permitting for Colburn Pond Dam
• Prospect Park Design

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is conducting a continued public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent for a billboard in a wetland buffer zone. The body will also discuss clearing activities at Mechanic Street and Elm Street.

• Public hearing for billboard construction at 198 Hamilton Street (Map and parcel 236-4)
• Discussion of clearing at Mechanic Street (Parcel 372-3)
• Discussion of clearing at Elm Street (Parcel 519-12A)
• Nature Walk at Babe Ruth Fields on April 16
• Leominster Litter Clean Up outreach

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee will review previous meeting minutes and the monthly invoice log. The committee is scheduled to vote on a warrant and a designer report regarding a PDP submission to the MSBA.

• Vote on previous meeting minutes
• Vote on project warrant
• Review of budget and project schedule updates
• Vote on PDP Submission to the MSBA

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will meet to review budget items and accept previous meeting minutes. The body will discuss the Handicap Walk, Driver Ed, and the position on pregnant women using handicap parking spaces.

• Vote to accept March meeting minutes
• Review of financials and budget items
• Discussion on pregnant women parking in HP parking spaces
• Handicap Walk update
• Driver Ed update

Other Meetings

The body is meeting to conduct interviews for the superintendent search. The interviews will take place in Executive Session to protect the recruitment process.

• Superintendent search interviews

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a request from the Leominster Police Department to amend the city's motor vehicle and traffic ordinances. The proposal concerns specific no-parking zones on Church Street.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 13, Section 13-24 regarding no-parking zones on the west side of Church Street south of Merriam Avenue

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding a request to revise the Leominster City Ordinance. The discussion focuses on inserting a new section specifically addressing short-term rental units.

• Public hearing on request by Councillor Peter A. Angelini to add short-term rental unit regulations to the City Ordinance

Board of Trustees

The Leominster Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss the FY2025 budget and the Cormier Center Plan. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Trust Fund and the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan.

• FY2025 Budget discussion
• Cormier Center Plan review
• 2024-2027 Strategic Plan presentation
• Trust Fund Presentation
• Weather Camera for LTV discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on short-term rental ordinances and parking changes on Church Street. The body is also deciding on several fund transfers for public safety and building maintenance, as well as the use of eminent domain for a property on Pierce Street.

• Proposed prohibition of short-term rentals in Residence A
• Request for eminent domain taking of Pierce Street property for $875,000
• Appropriation of $250,000 for Police Department and $250,000 for Fire Department overtime
• Proposed no-parking zones on the west side of Church Street
• Appropriation of $100,000 for Gallagher Building maintenance

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will meet to discuss a potential liquor law violation and a business update. The body will also consider a one-day special license and a dealer license renewal.

• Miranda’s Pub (488 Lancaster Street): possible liquor law violations
• Inwood Brunch and Lounge (785 North Main Street): business update
• St. Cecilia Parish (170 Mechanic Street): one-day special license
• Top Level Automotive (127 Mechanic Street): 2024 class II dealer license renewal

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee is meeting to conduct interviews for the Superintendent position. This portion of the meeting will be held in Executive Session to protect the applicant process.

• Superintendent search interviews

Cultural Council

The April 2, 2024 Leominster Cultural Council meeting agenda consists primarily of routine administrative items. Members will approve January minutes, review the treasurer’s report and FY 2023 & FY 2024 grant updates, and hold elections for council officers. Additional topics include reviewing a proposed logo and setting current organizational priorities.

• Approval of January 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report and FY 2023 & FY 2024 grant updates
• Elections for Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and Public Relations roles
• Review of a proposed council logo
• Discussion to review current organizational priorities

Other Meetings

The body is meeting to discuss possible events and receive subcommittee updates regarding the Johnny Appleseed Birthday Observance. The meeting is held at the City of Leominster Library.

• Discussion of possible events
• Subcommittee updates

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee is meeting to conduct interviews for the superintendent position. The interviews will take place in executive session.

• Superintendent search interviews (Executive Session)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a 1994 conservation restriction for the Quarry Estates Subdivision to determine a course of action. The board will also receive a plan submission for 99 and 105 Farm Hill Road.

• Plan submission for 99 and 105 Farm Hill Road (Map 504, Lots 31 & 33)
• Review of November 3, 1994, conservation restriction for Quarry Estates Subdivision
• Status update on Sawyer Way, Day Street Subdivision
• Status update on DLTA Application

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will hold a Finance Sub-Committee meeting and a general meeting to discuss the FY 25 budget. The body will vote on CAPS and review updates regarding the Superintendent search.

• FY 25 Budget Presentation
• Vote on CAPS
• Approval of warrants 35 - 38
• Approval of Kendall fund requests/payments
• Approval of field trip

Leominster School Committee

The School Committee will hold a Finance Subcommittee meeting and a general meeting to discuss the FY 25 budget and provide an update on the superintendent search. The body will also vote on CAPS and approve various financial warrants and payments.

• FY 25 Budget Presentation
• Vote on CAPS
• Superintendent Search Update
• Approval of Kendall Fund Payment
• Approval of Warrants and Transfers

Police Station Building Committee

The Police Station Building Committee will meet via remote access to approve meeting notes and invoices. The agenda does not list specific new business items or projects for discussion.

• Approval of meeting notes
• Approval of invoices

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board will meet to approve membership, refund, and pension applications. The board will also review warrants for payroll and expenses and consider the 2023 Annual Statement.

• Warrant #15 for March Pension Payroll in the amount of $1,138,514.73
• Pension application for Richard J. Cormier (DPW) for a total monthly amount of approximately $5,995.77
• Pension application for Jane E. Doherty (School Department) for a total monthly amount of approximately $315.91
• Review and approval of the 2023 Annual Statement for mailing to PERAC
• Executive sessions to consider Involuntary Accidental Disability Retirement Applications for Vincent Alia and Carlos Solis

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission is holding public hearings on three projects involving wetlands and buffer zones. The body will also consider certificates of compliance for three separate sites.

• Public hearing for a restoration project at 1455 Elm Street (Bartlett Pond)
• Public hearing for a trail expansion on Prospect Street
• Public hearing for billboard construction at 198 Hamilton Street
• Certificate of Compliance for 554 Willard Street
• Certificate of Compliance for Woodlands at Massapoag development

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed new section of the city ordinance regarding short-term rental units. The body is also considering several appropriation requests for city buildings, the library, and public safety overtime.

• Public hearing on revising city ordinance to include short-term rental units
• Request for $250,000 appropriation for Fire Department Public Safety Overtime Account
• Request for $100,000 for Gallagher Building maintenance
• Request for $55,000 appropriation to GAAMHA from the Opioid Stabilization Fund
• Proposed update to the plumbing permit fee schedule

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will meet to discuss new and renewing dealer licenses. The body will review applications for two specific automotive businesses.

• Class II Dealer License application for RJE, LLC at 670 Central Street
• 2024 Class II Dealer License renewal for Top Level Automotive at 127 Mechanic Street

Police Station Building Committee

The Police Station Building Committee is meeting to approve previous meeting notes and current invoices. The agenda does not list specific projects or dollar amounts for discussion.

• Approval of meeting notes
• Approval of invoices

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board will meet to review committee reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural items and standing reports.

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the FY2024 budget and discuss a grant application. The board will also consider the potential disposition of a lot on 10th St for affordable housing development.

• Resolution 2024-4: FY2024 Budget
• Resolution 2024-6: Potential 10th St Lot Disposition for Affordable Housing Development
• Resolution 2024-5: RSC Grant Application LHA and LUHA 2024
• CFA 5010 FY2024 Sustainability Initiative for Energy Conservation (Ventilation, Weatherization & Structural Improvements)
• Approval of January 2023 financials

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on the FY2024 budget and a grant application. The board will also discuss the potential disposition of a lot on 10th St for affordable housing development.

• Resolution 2024-4: FY2024 Budget
• Resolution 2024-6: Potential 10th St Lot Disposition for Affordable Housing Development
• Resolution 2024-5: RSC Grant Application LHA and LUHA 2024
• CFA 5010 FY2024 Sustainability Initiative for Energy Conservation — 667-4 Ventilation, Weatherization & Structural Improvements
• Approval of January 2023 financials

Board of Health

The Leominster Board of Health met on March 20, 2024. The agenda includes updates regarding Body Work establishment and the McDonald’s at 302 North Main Street. The board will also consider a variance request for a tight tank at 24 White Pond Road.

• Body Work establishment updates
• McDonald’s, 302 North Main Street
• Variance request for a tight tank at 24 White Pond Road

Board of Health

The Leominster Board of Health will meet to approve minutes from its prior session, review updates on body work establishments and a McDonald’s location at 302 North Main Street, and consider a variance request for a tight tank at 24 White Pond Road. The agenda lists these items for discussion or approval but does not specify decision timelines or direct resident impact.

• Approve minutes from the previous meeting
• Review updates on body work establishments
• Discuss McDonald’s at 302 North Main Street
• Consider variance request for a tight tank at 24 White Pond Road

Recreation Commission

The Leominster Recreation Commission is meeting to review project and grant updates. The discussion includes engineering and permitting for the Colburn Pond Dam and the design for Prospect Park.

• Engineering and permitting for Colburn Pond Dam
• Prospect Park Design

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan application for a Jimmy John’s restaurant. The board will also review a special permit application for a junk yard expansion. Additionally, the Planning & Development Director will provide a status update on the Sawyer Way, Day Street Subdivision.

• Site Plan Application for Jimmy John’s Restaurant at 544 North Main Street
• Special Permit Application for junk yard expansion at 1525 Central Street (Patriots Circle)
• Status update on Sawyer Way, Day Street Subdivision

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will meet to review the FY24 finance overview and the current superintendent search. The committee is required to vote on the SOA Plan. A separate Policy Subcommittee meeting will review student handbooks.

• Vote required on SOA Plan
• FY24 Finance Overview presentation
• Superintendent Search Update
• Review of student handbooks by Policy Subcommittee
• Review of organizational chart

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will meet to vote on the SOA Plan and receive a FY24 finance overview. The body will also discuss the superintendent search and the organizational chart. A separate Policy Subcommittee meeting will review student handbooks.

• Vote required for SOA Plan
• FY24 Finance Overview
• Superintendent Search Update
• Review of student handbooks by Policy Subcommittee
• HR and Enrollment reports

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will meet to review budget information and approve minutes from the February meeting. The body will discuss updates regarding a handicap walk, driver education, and health fair ideas.

• Vote to accept February meeting minutes
• Update on financials and budget info
• Planning for a handicap walk
• Driver Ed update
• Discussion of health fairs and agriculture nutrition ideas

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will meet to review budget information and approve February meeting minutes. The body will discuss updates regarding a handicap walk, driver education, and health fair ideas.

• Vote to accept February meeting minutes
• Update on financials and budget
• Planning for a handicap walk
• Driver Ed update
• Discussion of health fairs and agriculture nutrition speaker ideas

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The committee will review the project schedule and budget, with a scheduled vote on Budget Revision Request #1.

• Vote on Budget Revision Request #1
• Review and approval of 2/15/2024 meeting minutes
• Review of invoice log and warrant for approval
• Project schedule update
• Designer report

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding wetland and riverfront projects. The body will also review certificates of compliance for several properties and discuss enforcement policies.

• Public hearing for trail expansion in a wetland buffer zone at Prospect Street
• Public hearing for an access ramp in the North Nashua River riverfront area at 27 Nashua Street
• Continued public hearing for a billboard in a wetland buffer zone at 198 Hamilton Street
• Enforcement discussion regarding unpermitted tree clearing at Elm Street (parcel 519-12A)
• Review of Certificates of Compliance for 1775 Lock Drive, 117 Lincoln Street, 125 Lincoln Street, 554 Willard Street, 148 Farm Hill Rd, and Prospect Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider variance and special permit requests. The board will also review permit drawings for a specific service facility.

• Case #5-24: Variance for lot frontage to build a home on Elm Street
• Case #6-24: Special permit for expansion of a non-conforming building at 45 Fruit Street
• Permit drawing review for Northstar Family Services at 39 Marcello Avenue

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on short-term rental ordinances, plumbing permit fees, and parking restrictions on Church Street. The body will also vote on several appropriation requests and business license renewals.

• Appropriation of $4,115,600 to the Stabilization Fund from the Excess and Deficiency Account
• Proposed ordinance creating a new section regarding short-term rental units
• Request to update the plumbing permit fee schedule
• Proposed 'No Parking' restrictions on the west side of Church Street south of Merriam Avenue
• Appropriation of $55,000 to GAAMHA from the Opioid Stabilization Fund

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on short-term rental regulations, plumbing permit fees, and parking changes on Church Street. The body will also vote on several appropriation requests and business license renewals.

• Appropriation of $4,115,600 to the Stabilization Fund from the Excess and Deficiency Account
• Appropriation of $55,000 to GAAMHA from the Opioid Stabilization Fund
• Proposed new city ordinance section regarding short-term rental units
• Request to update the plumbing permit fee schedule
• Proposed 'No Parking' restrictions on the west side of Church Street

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing to discuss a request from Ward 5 Councillor Peter A. Angelini. The proposal seeks to revise the Amended Leominster City Ordinance by adding a new section regarding short-term rental units.

• Public hearing on proposed ordinance for short-term rental units

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding a request from the Building Commissioner. The body will discuss updating the plumbing permit fee schedule.

• Request to update plumbing permit fee schedule

Board of Trustees

The Leominster Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the FY2025 budget and a strategic plan. The agenda also includes reviews of library reports, financial transfers, and patron feedback.

• FY2025 Budget discussion
• Strategic Plan review
• Financial Transfers
• Patron Issues and Feedback

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding a request from the Leominster Police Department. The body will discuss amending the city ordinance to change parking regulations on Church Street.

• Proposed parking restriction on Church Street (west side) south of Merriam Avenue for 136 feet
• Proposed parking restriction on Church Street (west side) from 248 feet south of Merriam Avenue to the intersection of West Street

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will meet to discuss liquor law violations and various license applications. The body will review requests for special, entertainment, and dealer licenses.

• Possible liquor law violations at Christpher’s Pub (7 Pleasant Street)
• One-day special license request for Tavern 13 (13 Central Street)
• Entertainment license for outdoor use and temporary extension of premises for The Gazbar Sports Grill (1045 Central Street)
• 2024 class II dealer license renewal for VP Auto Repair and Sales (39 Pleasant Street Rear)
• 2024 class II dealer license renewal for Top Level Automotive (127 Mechanic Street)

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will conduct a hand count of specific ballots from the March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election. This process includes Overseas/Military, Absentee, and Early Voted ballots that arrived too late to be sent to precincts.

• Hand count tallying of Overseas/Military ballots
• Hand count tallying of Absentee ballots
• Hand count tallying of Early Voted ballots

Other Meetings

The Leominster School Committee will meet to discuss a superintendent search update and review student presentations. The body is scheduled to vote on the FY25 school calendar and field trip approvals.

• Vote on FY25 School Calendar
• Approval of Field Trip
• Superintendent Search Update
• Decision on Obsolete Equipment
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation

Other Meetings

The Finance Sub-Committee will meet to elect a chairperson and approve warrants 24 through 30. The body will also review FY24 monthly financials and vote on mid-year general fund transfers.

• Election of Finance Chairperson
• Approval of warrants 24 - 30
• Vote on mid-year general fund transfers
• Review of FY24 monthly financials and reports

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a site plan for a restaurant and vote on a subdivision deviation. The board will also make a recommendation to the City Council regarding a new ordinance for short-term rental units.

• Site Plan Application for Jimmy John’s Restaurant at 544 North Main Street
• Vote on subdivision deviation for The Woodlands at Massapoag: 58 Dobson Circle
• Recommendation on City Council Petition 25-24 regarding short-term rental units
• Review of Pierce Street Definitive Subdivision request for mylar signatures
• Proposal for MRPC to review zoning to increase housing options

Housing Authority

The Leominster Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to approve year-end financial certifications and lead paint certifications. The board will also consider low bidder approvals for roof membrane replacement and IT services.

• Resolution 2024-1: Year-End Financial and Federal-State Lead Paint Certifications
• Resolution 2024-2: Low Bidder for Roof Membrane Replacement at Sunset Towers and Lapierre East
• Resolution 2024-3: Low Bidder for IT Services
• Approval of November and December 2023 financials
• Discussion of a Board Seat Term ending in April

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board is meeting to approve warrants, membership applications, and pension requests. The board will also review the reelection of a board member and funding schedules provided by PERAC.

• Approval of February Pension Payroll (Warrant #10) for $1,144,263.40
• Pension application for David W. Comeau (Fire Department) for approximately $5,730.87 monthly
• Deduction refund of $1,924.34 for Paola Suarez (School Department)
• Reelection of Shayne Newton to the Retirement Board for a term from 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2026
• Review of FY24 funding schedule with a 5.5% investment return assumption rate

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three new projects involving wetlands and riverfront areas. The body will also review certificates of compliance for five properties and discuss enforcement of the Wetlands Protection Act.

• Public hearing for trail expansion at Prospect Street
• Public hearing for billboard construction at 198 Hamilton Street
• Public hearing for underground conduit installation at Mechanic Street (Monoosnoc Brook)
• Enforcement discussion regarding unpermitted work on Elm Street
• Review of Certificates of Compliance for 883 Pleasant Street, Marcello Avenue, 1775 Lock Drive, 117 Lincoln Street, and 125 Lincoln Street

Board of Registrars

The City Clerk's Office is conducting election machine testing for the March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election. Testing is scheduled to take place from February 26 through March 1, 2024.

• Election machine testing for March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary

City Council

The City Council will vote on several fund transfers requested by Mayor Dean J. Mazzarella, including millions for stabilization and capital outlay. The meeting also includes a public hearing on plumbing permit fees and various business license renewals.

• Appropriation of $4,115,600 to the Stabilization Fund from the Excess and Deficiency Account
• Appropriation of $662,236.32 for Water Department and $394,080.93 for Sewer Department Capital Outlay
• Public hearing to update the plumbing permit fee schedule
• Authorization to acquire 0.38 acres at 208 Pleasant Street for drainage purposes
• Proposed zoning change at 435 Lancaster Street (second reading)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several fund transfers, including a request for $4,115,600 for the Stabilization Fund. The body will also hold a public hearing on plumbing permit fees and consider various business license renewals.

• Request to transfer $4,115,600 to the Stabilization Fund
• Request to transfer $662,236.32 to Water Department Capital Outlay and $394,080.93 to Sewer Department Capital Outlay
• Public hearing to update the plumbing permit fee schedule
• Authorization to acquire 0.38 acres at 208 Pleasant Street for drainage purposes
• Second reading of a zoning change request for 435 Lancaster Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Building Commissioner Peter Niall. The meeting focuses on updating the city's plumbing permit fee schedule.

• Request to update plumbing permit fee schedule

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a request from the Building Commissioner to update the plumbing permit fee schedule.

• Request to update plumbing permit fee schedule

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold public hearings on liquor license transfers and manager changes. The body will also conduct informational hearings regarding club, entertainment, and auto dealer licenses.

• Transfer of stock and manager change for Cristina’s Restaurant at 314 Central Street
• License transfer for Tom’s Package Store at 752 North Main Street
• License transfer for Turnout Variety Store at 636 Main Street
• Entertainment license for outdoor use for The Gazbar Sports Grill at 1045 Central Street
• Class II Dealer License applications for 39 Pleasant Street Rear, 25 North Main Street, and 670 Central Street

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and update FY24 abatements. The board will also discuss an update from a meeting with Department of Revenue representative Mary Oliver.

• FY24 Abatement Review and Update
• DOR Update from meeting with Rep. Mary Oliver

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss facility use requests for Barrett Park and the placement of two memorial benches. The body will also review the statement of accounts and projects/grants.

• Facility request: Beacon of Hope Community Services for Barrett Park on April 28, 2024
• Facility request: Leominster Center for Excellence for Barrett Park on May 30, 2024
• Memorial bench for John Ciccolini at Barrett Park
• Memorial bench for Santino “Sam” FanTozzi at Fournier Park

Doyle Field Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss the baseball field game schedule and hourly rates. Members will also review the lighting project for the upper and lower fields and other 2024 projects.

• Baseball field game schedule and hourly rates
• Doyle Field lighting project for upper and lower fields
• 2024 Doyle Field projects

Police Station Building Committee

The Police Station Building Committee will meet via remote access to approve previous meeting notes and invoices. The agenda includes a section for new business.

• Approval of meeting notes
• Approval of invoices

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board will meet to review committee reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The body will vote on meeting minutes, an invoice log, and a revised designer contract.

• Vote on revised designer contract
• Review of invoice log and warrant for approval
• Budget update
• Project schedule update
• Visioning process and existing conditions investigations report

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee is meeting via Microsoft Teams to discuss the search process for a new Superintendent. The primary action item is the approval of the job description for the position.

• Approval of Superintendent job description

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss accessibility updates. The body will review progress on Monument Square and the Handicap Walk, and brainstorm goals for 2024.

• Vote to accept minutes from November 14, 2023
• Monument Sq update
• Handicap Walk update
• Discussion on utilizing Senior Center newsletter
• Driver Ed presentations updates

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The committee will vote on a revised designer contract and the approval of the invoice log and warrant.

• Vote on revised designer contract
• Vote on invoice log and warrant for approval
• Budget update
• Project schedule update
• Visioning process and existing conditions investigations report

Fall Brook Building Committee

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The body will vote on a revised designer contract and the approval of an invoice log and warrant.

• Vote on revised designer contract
• Vote on invoice log and warrant for approval
• Budget update
• Project schedule update
• Visioning process and existing conditions investigations report

City Council

The City Council will discuss regulating short-term rentals and hold an informational session on MBTA zoning. The body is also considering several fund transfers and the acquisition of land for drainage purposes.

• Public hearing on petition 25-24 to prohibit short-term rentals in Residence A Zone and regulate them city-wide
• Request to transfer $350,000 from the Stabilization Fund to the Mayor’s expense Capital Account
• Request to transfer $50,000 from the Gallagher Building Revolving Fund to Gallagher Building Maintenance
• Authorization to acquire 0.38 acres at 208 Pleasant Street for drainage purposes
• First reading of a zoning change request for 435 Lancaster Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposal to regulate short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo. The body is also considering several funding transfers and the acquisition of a land parcel for drainage purposes.

• Proposal to prohibit short-term rentals in Residence A Zone and regulate them citywide
• Authorization to acquire 0.38 acres at 208 Pleasant Street for drainage purposes
• Request for $350,000 appropriation to Mayor’s expense Capital Account from Stabilization Fund
• Request for $50,000 appropriation for Gallagher Building Maintenance
• Zoning change request for 435 Lancaster Street, Parcel 433-1

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding a request to revise the Leominster City Ordinance. The proposal seeks to insert a new section specifically addressing short-term rental units.

• Proposed new ordinance section regarding short-term rental units

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing and informational hearings regarding various business licenses. The body will consider license transfers, a new beer and wine license, and auto dealer license applications.

• Public hearing for license transfer: Chopsticks Restaurant, 21 Commercial Road
• Informational hearing for new beer and wine off-premises license: Family Farms, 202 Merriam Avenue
• Informational hearings for license transfers: Cristina’s Restaurant (314 Central Street), Tom’s Package Store (752 North Main Street), and Turnout Variety Store (636 Main Street)
• Class II Dealer License application: Ramos Auto Sales, LLC, 25 North Main Street
• Class II Dealer License renewal discussion: VP Auto Repair and Sales, 39 Pleasant Street Rear

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review FY24 abatements and Tax Increment Financing (TIF). The board will also discuss map updates, DOR directives, and goals for FY25.

• FY24 Abatement Review
• TIF Review
• Map Update Discussion
• DOR Directive Review and Progress Check
• Goals For FY25

Leominster School Committee

The Finance Sub-Committee will meet to elect a chairperson and approve warrants 24 through 30. Members will review FY24 monthly financials and reports and vote on mid-year general fund transfers.

• Vote for Finance Chairperson
• Approval of warrants 24 - 30
• Review of FY24 monthly financials and reports
• Vote on mid-year general fund transfers

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will meet to review the superintendent search process and the AIS partnership with Lifeskills. The body will also receive updates on the MSBA and mid-year reports for 'I Ready'.

• AIS Partnership with Lifeskills presentation
• Superintendent Search Process discussion
• I Ready Mid-Year Update
• MSBA Update
• Approval of field trip and obsolete equipment

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will meet to review the superintendent search process and the AIS partnership with Lifeskills. The body will also receive updates on the MSBA and the Ready mid-year report.

• Superintendent search process discussion
• AIS Partnership with Lifeskills presentation
• Ready mid-year update
• Approval of field trip
• Approval of obsolete equipment

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a recommendation to City Council regarding short-term rental units. The board will also vote on site plan modifications and a lot release request.

• City Council Petition 25-24 to add a new section regarding short-term rental units
• Site plan modification for Home Depot at 135 Commercial Road
• Site plan modification for 236 Lancaster Street
• Lot release request for 38 Trolley Lane, Lot 5
• Continued public meeting for site plan application at 21 Jungle Road

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet on January 31, 2024, to address new business items. The agenda includes a tobacco appeal for Sunoco/Aplus and a variance request regarding a tank at 124 Lakeshore Drive.

• Tobacco appeal for Numin Karim, Sunoco/Aplus at 701 Central St.
• Variance request for a tight tank at 124 Lakeshore Drive
• Review of Donna Henderson, Brows Ink & Academy at 192 Hamilton St.

Board of Trustees

The Personnel Subcommittee will review the Director's 2023 annual performance review and areas of focus. The committee will also establish the Director's areas of focus and corresponding goals for 2024.

• Review of Director’s 2023 Annual Performance Review
• Final review of 2023 Director’s Areas of Focus and Corresponding Goals
• Establishment of 2024 Director's Areas of Focus and Corresponding Goals

Board of Trustees

The Personnel Subcommittee will review the Director's 2023 annual performance review and areas of focus. The committee will also establish the Director's areas of focus and corresponding goals for 2024.

• Review of Director’s 2023 Annual Performance Review
• Final review of 2023 Director’s Areas of Focus and Corresponding Goals
• Establishment of 2024 Director's Areas of Focus and Corresponding Goals

Police Station Building Committee

The Police Station Building Committee will meet to receive a construction update and approve meeting notes. The committee will also review and approve invoices.

• Construction update
• Invoice approvals

Police Station Building Committee

The Police Station Building Committee will meet to receive a construction update and approve meeting notes. The committee is also scheduled to review and approve invoices.

• Construction update
• Invoice approvals

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review FY24 abatements and ATB cases. The board will also check progress on a DOR directive and discuss goals for FY95.

• FY24 Abatement Review
• ATB Case Review
• DOR Directive Review and Progress Check
• Goals For FY95

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review FY24 abatements and ATB cases. The body will also check progress on a DOR directive and establish goals for FY95.

• FY24 Abatement Review
• ATB Case Review
• DOR Directive Review and Progress Check
• Goals For FY95

Contributory Retirement Board

The Leominster Contributory Retirement Board is meeting to approve warrants for payroll and expenses, process new membership applications, and review audit summaries. The board will also consider an involuntary accidental disability retirement application in executive session.

• Approval of January Pension Payroll (Warrant #4) for $1,142,184.14
• Executive session regarding an Involuntary Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Vincent Alia (Fire)
• Processing of 12 new membership applications for city employees
• Review of the 12/31/2022 independent audit by MACRUM Accounts Advisors
• Payment of a lump sum to the surviving spouse of Dennis L. Plante

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster School Committee will hold a special meeting to review the budget process and the search for a new superintendent. The meeting includes reports from the superintendent and presentations by Melanie Mikels and Glenn Koocher.

• Budget process presentation by Melanie Mikels
• Superintendent search process presentation by Glenn Koocher

Leominster School Committee

The Leominster Public Schools Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review the middle school handbook and the elementary school handbook. The agenda includes a section for new or old business.

• Review of Middle School Handbook
• Review of Elementary School Handbook

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the regulation of short-term rentals like Airbnb and a zoning change at 435 Lancaster Street. The body will also consider funding transfers for paramedics and public works, as well as the disposal of surplus city land on Jungle Road.

• Proposed ordinance to prohibit short-term rentals in Residence A Zone and regulate them city-wide
• Zoning change request for 435 Lancaster Street, Parcel 433-1
• Appropriation of $75,000 for Paramedics Overtime Expense Account from Stabilization Fund
• Appropriation of $16,500 for DPW Street Signs & Fencing Account from Stabilization Fund
• Transfer of surplus land and easement at Jungle Road for conveyance by the Mayor

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding a request from National Grid. The company seeks permission to install poles and wires on a public way to support EV chargers.

• Request by National Grid to install one 50-foot pole on Whitney St
• Installation of pole to provide service for parking lot EV chargers
• Permission to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables, and wires

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a request to revise the Leominster City Ordinance. The proposed change involves inserting a new section specifically concerning short-term rental units.

• Public hearing on revising the Leominster City Ordinance regarding short-term rental units

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a license transfer for Seol Kitchen. The board will also consider several new applications for special, livery, and dealer licenses.

• Public hearing for license transfer: Seol Kitchen at 18-20 Central Street
• One-day special license request: St. Anna Parish
• Livery license request: Alpha & Omega Transport Company at 285 Central Street, Ste. 218B
• Change of stock interest: Cristina’s at 314 Central Street
• 2024 class II dealer license renewal: VP Auto Repair & Sales, Inc. at 39 Pleasant Street

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board will meet to review committee reports and conduct old and new business. The agenda consists of procedural items and standing reports.

• Director's report
• Finance committee report
• House committee report
• Outreach committee report
• Personnel and Policy and Planning committee reports

Police Station Building Committee

The Police Station Building Committee will meet to receive a construction update and approve meeting notes and invoices. The meeting is being conducted via remote access.

• Construction update
• Invoice approvals

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial reports and administrative updates. The board is considering a resolution to approve the low bidder for IT services.

• Resolution 2024-1: Acceptance and approval of the low bidder for IT services
• Approval of November 2023 financials
• Approval of December 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for EOHLC PHN 2024-1 amendments to 760 CMR 6.00

City Council

The Legal Affairs Committee is meeting to review a request to add a new section to the Leominster City Ordinance regarding short-term rental units. A public hearing on this matter is scheduled for January 22, 2024.

• Request 25-24 to revise City Ordinance to include short-term rental units

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a regular meeting to address business regarding Brows Ink & Academy. The agenda includes a hearing request for 576 Abbott Avenue #3 and a variance request for a tight tank at 124 Lakeshore Drive.

• Hearing request for 576 Abbott Avenue #3
• Variance request for a tight tank at 124 Lakeshore Drive
• Business regarding Brows Ink & Academy at 192 Hamilton St.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss department accounts and facility requests. The agenda includes a project update regarding engineering and permitting for the Colburn Pond Dam.

• Preliminary plans for Colburn Pond Dam sent to Office of Dam Safety

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will meet to review responses to letters sent to the Mayor and discuss the AHOY program for disabled residents in Massachusetts. The body will also review a list of goals and accomplishments.

• Vote to accept November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on Handicap Walk
• Discussion of AHOY program for disabled residents in MA
• Review of results from letters to the Mayor
• Review of goals and accomplishments

Other Meetings

The Fall Brook Building Committee is meeting to discuss the Fall Brook Elementary School project. The body will review meeting minutes, the invoice log, and provide updates on the project budget and schedule.

• Review and approval of 12/12/2023 meeting minutes
• Review of invoice log and warrant for approval
• Budget update
• Project schedule update
• Designer report

Conservation Commission

The Leominster Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent for an industrial building in a wetland buffer zone. The commission will also review certificates of compliance and provide updates on various local projects.

• Public hearing: industrial building construction at 21 Jungle Road (DEP File #199-1189)
• Certificate of Compliance: 1775 Lock Drive (DEP File #199-1036)
• Certificate of Compliance: 883 Pleasant Street (DEP File #199-1142)
• Informational session: 16 Wildflower Appeal
• Updates on School Sewer Reroute and Oak Hill Solar Fitchburg project

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a public hearing to discuss a continued case. The board will review a request to convert an existing factory into a residential property.

• Case #4-24: Request to convert factory at 6 Castle Street into a 4-family home

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the Capital Projects List for fiscal years 2024-29 and consider a request regarding the Marcia O’Donnell Trust. The meeting also includes updates on staffing and library reports.

• Capital Projects List FY2024-29
• Marcia O’Donnell Trust Use Request
• Room Reservation Request Guidance

Cultural Council

The Leominster Cultural Council will meet to review the treasurer's report and discuss new business regarding fiscal year 2024 grant allocations. The agenda also includes updates on public relations and the LCC logo.

• FY 24 Grant Allocations
• LCC Logo update

Leominster School Committee

The School Committee is meeting to determine organizational matters, including the appointment of the Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, and Auditors. The agenda also includes the selection of members for the Negotiations, Policy, and Grievance subcommittees.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, and Auditors
• Appointment of Negotiations Subcommittee members
• Appointment of Policy Subcommittee members
• Appointment of Grievance Subcommittee members
• Appointment of CTEi Representative

City Council

The City Council is holding a continued public hearing regarding a request from National Grid. The company seeks permission to install poles, wires, and fixtures on Whitney St to provide service for parking lot EV chargers.

• Request by National Grid to install 1 SO Pole on Whitney St
• Installation of pole to provide service for parking lot EV chargers
• Permission to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables, and wires

License Commission

The Leominster License Commission will meet to discuss two new license applications. The body will review a liquor license update and a request for a livery license.

• Liquor license update for Apple Hill Farm and Country Club
• Livery license application for Alpha & Omega Transport Company at 285 Central Street, Ste. 218B

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider recommendations for City Council petitions regarding short-term rental units and residential uses in the BB District. The board will also continue a public meeting regarding a site plan for 21 Jungle Road.

• Site Plan Application for 21 Jungle Road (Manufacturing)
• City Council Petition 22-24: Residential Uses in the BB District via Special Permit
• City Council Petition 25-24: New section regarding short-term rental units

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss an amendment to Chapter 2 Article XXVI regarding the Cemetery Commission. The proposal seeks to redefine the appointment process and terms for the five commission members.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 2 Article XXVI Sec. 2-105 regarding Cemetery Commission appointments and three-year terms

City Council

The City Council will discuss several appropriation requests from the Mayor to fund overtime and maintenance. The body will also hold public hearings regarding utility installations and cemetery commission appointments.

• Appropriation of $250,000 for Fire Department Public Safety Overtime from the Stabilization Fund
• Appropriation of $75,000 for Paramedics Overtime Expense Account from the Stabilization Fund
• Appropriation of $16,500 for DPW Street Signs & Fencing Account from the Stabilization Fund
• Request for National Grid to install a pole and wires on Whitney St for parking lot chargers
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 2 Article XXVI regarding Cemetery Commission appointment terms

City Council

The City Council will hold a continued public hearing regarding a zoning change request. The request was submitted by Bovenzi & Donovan on behalf of Gateway Business Center, LLC.

• Zoning change request for 435 Lancaster Street, Parcel 433-1

City Council

The City Council is meeting to establish its leadership and operational rules for the new term. The body will elect a President and Vice-President and appoint legal counsel.

• Election of Council President
• Election of Vice-President
• Adoption of Council Rules
• Appointment of Legal Counsel
• Naming of President’s Committees