Lincoln, RI

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to discuss and potentially act on the selection of polling locations for the 2026 Primary and General Elections.

• Selection of polling locations for the 2026 Primary & General Election

Town Council

General

The Commission will conduct a regular monthly meeting to address wetland applications and current projects. Discussion topics include the Butterfly Garden, historical cemeteries, and various grant or cleanup projects.

• Wetland Applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Historical Cemeteries
• Budget Review

Ordinance Committee

Town Council

Claims Committee

Town Council

Purchasing Committee

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing and vote on an amendment regarding fees in lieu of sidewalk installation. Members will also discuss a major land development pre-application and consider zoning amendments for manufacturing uses related to renewable energy.

• Vote on amendment to Land Development and Subdivision Regulations Section 23, Article I: Fee in Lieu of Sidewalk Installation
• Discussion of PLN 26-8 Major Land Development Pre-Application at 0 Old Louisquisset Pike (AP 31, Lot 164)
• Vote on Zoning Ordinance amendments regarding Manufacturing Uses for renewable energy (§260-19) and Special Use Permits (§260-68)

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will convene to review a claim referred by the Town Council. The meeting will be held as a hybrid event at Lincoln Town Hall.

• Review of Freire Claim (referred by Town Council)
• Approval of May 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment period available
• Hybrid meeting format (in-person and online)
• Meeting held at Lincoln Town Hall, 100 Old River Road

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to conduct a request for an executive session regarding potential litigation. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Executive session request regarding potential litigation

Town Council

The Town Council and Board of License Commissioners will meet to review liquor licenses for special events and mobile food vendors. The Council is deciding on several requests to waive competitive bidding for public safety equipment and park reconstruction. They will also consider appointments to various town boards and a new ordinance regarding renewable energy facilities.

• Liquor license applications for St. Basil Melkite Church and Rotary Club of Cumberland/Lincoln
• Bidding waiver requests for CCTV cameras, a fingerprint machine, and two police vehicles
• Bidding waiver request for a Ford F-550 XLT Rescue vehicle
• Bidding waiver request for Lime Acres Softball Infield Reconstruction
• Proposed ordinance 2026-11 regarding minor scale renewable energy facilities

Purchasing Committee

The Lincoln Purchasing Committee will approve the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting and consider six separate requests to waive competitive bidding. The waivers cover a softball infield reconstruction for Lime Acres Park, CCTV cameras for the Police Department and Senior Center, a Ford F‑550 XLT rescue vehicle, a fingerprint machine for the Police Department, and two police vehicles. Decisions will determine whether the town can procure these items without a competitive bidding process.

• Waiver of competitive bidding for Lime Acres Softball Infield Reconstruction (DPW – Parks & Recreation)
• Waiver of competitive bidding for CCTV cameras for Police Department and Senior Center
• Waiver of competitive bidding for a Ford F‑550 XLT rescue vehicle for the Rescue Department
• Waiver of competitive bidding for a fingerprint machine for the Police Department
• Waiver of competitive bidding for two police vehicles

General

Zoning Board

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to discuss and/or take action on selecting the polling locations for the upcoming 2026 Primary and General Elections.

• Selection of polling locations for the 2026 Primary & General Election

General

The committee will review meeting minutes and receive a financial update from M. Carreno. Discussion includes progress on playgrounds, basketball courts, bathrooms, paving, and LMS valves.

• Playgrounds and Basketball Court updates
• Northern Bathrooms updates
• Paving at LMS, Northern, and Central
• LMS Valves updates
• OPM Bi-Weekly Stipend discussion

Technical Review Committee

The committee will discuss a major land development pre-application for 0 Old Louisquisset Pike. The meeting also includes a continued discussion regarding a front yard setback variance at 15 Meader Pond Road.

• Major Land Development Pre-Application (PLN 26-8) for 0 Old Louisquisset Pike
• Dimensional variance application for a front porch at 15 Meader Pond Road

Water Commission

The Water Commission will review monthly financial reports and daily activity updates. Unfinished business includes discussions regarding water rates, source water assessment, Walker Lofts, and Conduit Street.

• Water Rate Discussion
• Source Water Assessment
• Walker Lofts
• Conduit Street

General

The Building Committee and construction teams are reviewing progress on the Centralized Rescue/Learning Center. Discussion includes site work, furniture procurement, and upcoming pay applications for review.

• Ahlborg pay application #18 for May in the amount of $1,686,507
• A $50,000 owner's contingency allowance for ledge removal
• Technology allowance increase from $200,000 to $260,000
• PCO #6 approval of $132,185 for technology equipment
• Potential ribbon cutting dates of August 7th or August 21st

General

The Building Committee is reviewing progress on the new rescue and learning center. Discussion includes construction costs, furniture procurement, and site work such as ledge removal.

• CPF Grant final payment request of $320,000 submitted June 25, 2026
• Ahlborg pay application for June 2026 up for vote
• $50,000 owner's contingency allowance for ledge removal
• Technology allowance increased from $200,000 to $260,000 due to price escalation

Town Council

The Board of License Commissioners will meet to consider a special event liquor license application. The agenda includes a request for a Class F1 Full Liquor license for an upcoming event.

• Special Event - Class F1 Liquor License application for Maya Fifa BBQ at 15 Skyview Drive

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider amendments to Land Development and Subdivision Regulations regarding sidewalk installation fees. The board will also discuss and vote on two zoning ordinance amendments related to storage uses and the Flood Hazard Overlay District.

• Amendment to Fee in Lieu of Sidewalk Installation
• Rezoning amendment for Storage Uses (§260-17)
• Rezoning amendment for Flood Hazard Overlay District (§260-46)
• Lincoln Parking Expansion Plan at 642-648 George Washington Highway
• Proposed Parking Modifications at 670 George Washington Highway

Water Commission

The Water Commission will meet to discuss an alternative source water supply involving Pare Corporation. The agenda also includes approval of the FY 2026/2027 budget and a claim regarding 114 Old River Rd.

• Alternative Source Water Supply – Pare Corporation
• Approval - Budget FY 2026/2027
• 114 Old River Rd - Claim

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee will meet to consider several requests to waive competitive bidding requirements for various equipment and vehicles. The committee will also award a bid related to the Lincoln Library staffing and space utilization review.

• Award of bid for Staffing & Space Utilization Review - Lincoln Library
• Request to waive competitive bidding for SCADA System Alarm Notification System
• Request to waive competitive bidding for flock cameras
• Request to waive competitive bidding for a police vehicle
• Request to waive competitive bidding for 1 Chevy Traverse and 1 Ford Explorer

Town Council

The Town Council will consider several new ordinances regarding data centers, flood hazard areas, and parks penalties. The meeting also includes license applications for food establishments and special events, as well as multiple board appointments.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment: Section 260-32 regarding residential requirements
• Ordinance 2026-6: Amending Chapter 260 regarding Data Center Ordinance
• Ordinance 2026-8: Amendment to Chapter 129, Flood Hazard Areas
• Ordinance 2026-9: Amendment to Section 260-46 Flood Hazard Overlay District
• Special Event License: John Martins Foundation Car Show at 100 Higginson Avenue

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to discuss pending litigation involving Lincoln Mall Owner LLC and UTGR v. Keeble. The meeting includes a request for an executive session to address these legal matters.

• Executive session discussion on pending litigation: Lincoln Mall Owner LLC v. Keeble and UTGR v. Keeble

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review a proposed amendment to Section 260-32 of the Zoning Ordinance regarding additional residential requirements and access easement deeds. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment: Section 260-32 (Additional Residential Requirements & Access Easement Deed and Agreement)

General

The committee is reviewing project progress for playgrounds, basketball courts, bathrooms, and paving at various schools. The meeting includes a discussion on a proposed change order for landscaping at Lonsdale Elementary.

• Playgrounds and Basketball Court updates
• Northern Bathrooms updates
• Paving at LMS, Northern, and Central
• LMS Valves updates
• Proposed Change Order for Landscaping at Lonsdale Elementary

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will consider a recommendation from the Zoning Board of Review. The application involves a front yard setback variance to construct a front porch.

• Dimensional variance for a front porch at 15 Meader Pond Road (AP 34, Lot 405)

Water Commission

The Water Commission will discuss the FY 2026/2027 budget and water rates. The agenda also includes updates on Front Street and discussions regarding Walker Lofts and Conduit Street.

• FY 2026/2027 Budget discussion
• Water Rate discussion
• Front Street update
• Walker Lofts new business
• Conduit Street new business

The Commission approved several administrative items including the consent agenda, May expenditure reports, and monthly abatements. Discussions included water system updates, upcoming rate increases, and various development projects.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 2026 Expenditure and Revenue Report (unanimous)
• Approved May 2026 Account Balance Report (unanimous)
• Approved May 2026 Direct Payment and Payables (unanimous)
• Approved May 2026 Regular Monthly Abatements (unanimous)
• Entered Executive Session for collective bargaining, litigation, and investigative proceedings (unanimous)
• Sealed the minutes of the Executive Session (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss facility updates and plan upcoming activities at its June 10, 2026 meeting. Items on the agenda include progress reports for the Splash Park and Fairlawn Pickleball Courts, as well as a review of sun exposure at Hien Field. The commission will also consider summer programming and sports camps, along with a motion to skip the July meeting. No final decisions are recorded in this notice.

• Update on Splash Park progress
• Fairlawn Pickleball Courts status report
• Review of sun problem in center field of Hien Field
• Planning for Parks and Rec summer program and sports camps opportunities
• Motion to dispense with the July meeting

Water Commission

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to discuss its official duties. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2026 Elections Calendar.

• Discussion of duties of the Board of Canvassers
• Discussion of the 2026 Elections Calendar

General

The Commission will review previous minutes and address wetland applications. The agenda includes updates on current projects such as the Butterfly Garden, historical cemeteries, and grant projects.

• Wetland Applications
• Butterfly Garden project update
• Historical Cemeteries project update
• Grant Projects review
• Budget Review

General

The Building Committee is reviewing construction updates, budget status, and procurement for the new rescue and learning center. Discussion includes site work schedules, furniture selection, and upcoming grant compliance tasks.

• Motion to approve budget increase for FF&E/IT
• Motion to approve Downes May invoice, Ahlborg’s May Requisition, and SES Invoice
• Construction cost subtotal of $15,893,543.00
• Town budget total of $16,844,035.30 including a $14,000,000.00 bond
• Approval of up to $200,000.00 for additional IT equipment

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a major land development proposal for Kirkbrae CC Solar at 208 Old River Road. Other items include a remediation bond for Toscan Properties LLC and a modification to the Beauregard Subdivision on East Lantern Road.

• Remediation Bond for Toscan Properties LLC at 0 Old Louisquisset Pike
• Modification to Beauregard Subdivision preliminary plan on East Lantern Road
• Public hearing and vote for Kirkbrae CC Solar at 208 Old River Road
• Proposed amendment to Land Development and Subdivision Regulations regarding sidewalk installation fees

Town Council

The Board of License Commissioners will consider a new liquor license for Chennai Tiffans and renewals for mobile food establishments. The Town Council will review committee reports on zoning, street ordinances, and various municipal claims.

• Class BVL Liquor License application for Tara Foods d/b/a Chennai Tiffans at 359 Old River Road
• Mobile Food Establishment License renewals for Championship Melt and Sportgraphics Inc d/b/a BerrySweets
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment: Section 260-32 regarding residential requirements and access easements
• Mapped Street Ordinances for Lancers Lane and Henry Drive
• Resolution establishing tax rates for Fiscal Year 2027

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee will review several bid awards and requests to waive competitive bidding requirements. The meeting includes discussions on road paving, police equipment, and a contract extension for asphalt.

• Award of Bid for RFP 2026-13 Recycling Coalition Services
• Request to waive competitive bidding for Whipple Road paving
• Request to waive competitive bidding for a used sander
• Request to waive competitive bidding for a police vehicle
• Contract extension with Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt not to exceed $2,000,000

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will review several pending claims, including those regarding potholes and a mailbox. These items were previously referred to the committee by the Town Council on April 21, 2026.

• Fickle Pothole Claim
• Sone Pothole Claim
• Pezzelli Claim
• Speidel Mailbox Claim

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to hear a presentation from CliftonLarsonAllen LLP regarding the FY2025 annual audit. The meeting includes a review of the agenda for May 19, 2026.

• Presentation of FY2025 Annual Audit by CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP)

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review several proposed changes to town ordinances. Items include residential requirements, open burning rules, new street mappings, and updates to the police ordinance.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2025-13 regarding Section 260-32
• Amendments to Article II, Open Burning (2025-17 & 2025-18)
• Mapped Street Ordinance for Lancers Lane (2026-3)
• Mapped Street Ordinance for Henry Drive (2026-4)
• Amendment to Police Ordinance Sections 44-6 and 44-7 (2026-5)

Technical Review Committee

The committee will discuss and provide recommendations for two land development items. These include proposed parking modifications at 670 George Washington Highway and a major land development pre-application at 0 Old Louisquisset Pike.

• Proposed parking modifications at 670 George Washington Highway (PLN 26-7)
• Major Land Development Pre-Application for 0 Old Louisquisset Pike (PLN 26-8)

Parks & Recreation

The commission will review reports from the Director and Commissioner. Discussion includes spring sports preparation, the Manville Park Grant status, and Fairlawn Pickleball Courts.

• Status of Manville Park Grant
• Fairlawn Pickleball Courts
• Transfer of the Bristol/Williamsport Monument at Lonsdale Park
• Sun glare issues at Hien Field due to new gym construction

The Commission elected John Sharkey as Chairman and Andy Bruscini as Vice Chair. Members discussed snow removal, upcoming spring sports schedules, and maintenance needs across various town parks.

• Accepted February 11th meeting minutes
• Elected John Sharkey as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Andy Bruscini as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:41 p.m.

Water Commission

The Commission will review April 2026 financial reports and daily activity. Discussion includes the FY 2026/2027 draft budget, water rates, and the Lead Service Loan Program.

• Discussion of FY 2026/2027 Draft Budget
• Water Rate Discussion
• Lead Service Loan Program
• Source Water Assessment
• Appeal Letter & Repair Documentation for 2 Chapel Ln

The Water Commission approved a new policy to provide one-time bill reductions for residents. The Commission also approved the January 13, 2026, special meeting minutes and several April financial reports.

• Approved January 13, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes
• Approved April 2026 Balance Sheet - Expenditure and Revenue Report
• Approved April 2026 Account Balance Report
• Approved April 2026 Direct Payment and Payables
• Approved April 2026 Regular Monthly Abatements
• Enacted policy to provide one-time reduction bills to residents

General

The Building Committee is reviewing progress on the new rescue and learning center. Discussions include site work, electrical installations, and coordination of furniture and IT equipment procurement.

• Ahlborg GMP of $15,519,736.00 with pending revisions
• Approval of up to $200,000 for additional IT equipment via change order
• Issuance of digital sign permit on 5/5/26
• Town budget includes a $14,000,000 bond and $2,000,000 CPF grant

The project team reviewed construction updates, including ongoing site work and electrical installations. No pay applications were voted on during this meeting.

• Approved use of up to $200,000 from surplus budget for additional IT equipment (previously decided)

Budget Board

The Budget Board will meet following the Financial Town Meeting to certify the Fiscal Year 2027 budget as approved. The meeting includes a call to order, approval of previous minutes, and public comment.

• Certification of FY27 Budget

General

General

General

The Lincoln Building Committee will review financial updates and progress on school construction projects including gym, STEM, and cafeteria upgrades. The meeting includes the review of proposed change orders for bathrooms, paving, valves, and playground shade benches.

• PCO 18.1 – Second Northern Bathroom
• PCO 21 – Districtwide Paving
• PCO 22 – Middle School Valves
• PCO 23 – Playground Shade Benches
• Review and approve payment applications and invoices

The committee approved the meeting minutes from April 10, 2026, and reviewed April invoices. Construction updates indicated that school upgrades are approximately 90% complete with ongoing commissioning work.

• Approved April 10, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved April invoices

General

The Commission will review wetland applications and current projects including the Butterfly Garden and Historical Cemeteries. The agenda also includes a budget review of expenses and grants.

• Wetland Applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Historical Cemeteries project
• Budget Review

General

Zoning Board

Budget Board

The Budget Board will review the current fiscal year 2026 budgets. The meeting also includes discussions regarding municipal and education budgets for fiscal year 2027.

• FY26 Budgets
• FY27 Municipal Budgets
• FY27 Education Budgets
• FTM Preparation

The Board approved an amendment to Resolution 8 in the FY27 budget to include HVAC system upgrades for Town Hall. This change includes adding approximately $36,000 to renew a $125,000 grant. An addendum will be prepared for the Financial Town Meeting to reflect these changes to the Budget Book.

• Amended order of business to meet with Town Administrator and staff first (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Resolution 8 to include HVAC system improvements (unanimous)
• Approved update to total allocation for the resolution (unanimous)
• Approved April 16, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

Town Council

General

The Building Committee is reviewing construction updates, budget status, and grant compliance for the new rescue and learning center. Discussion includes upcoming pay applications, furniture procurement, and site safety.

• Ahlborg pay application #15 for work through April 2026
• Downes Construction invoice for $11,550
• Total project budget of $16,844,035.30
• Construction costs totaling $15,519,736.00
• Status of CPF Grant process and compliance

The Building Committee approved a pay application from Ahlborg Construction Corporation for work completed through April. The committee also voted to use up to $200,000 from the OPM surplus budget for additional IT equipment. Discussions included progress on site work, digital sign permits, and furniture procurement.

• Approved Ahlborg pay application #17 for $1,040,026
• Approved use of up to $200,000 from OPM surplus for IT equipment via GMP change order
• Pre-approved Downe's Construction invoice of $11,550

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss land development items including a solar project at Kirkbrae Country Club and a remediation bond for George Washington Highway. The agenda also includes a modification to the Beauregard Subdivision on East Lantern Road.

• Remediation Bond for Narragansett Electric Company at 642, 644, 646, and 648 George Washington Highway
• Modification to Beauregard Subdivision preliminary plan on East Lantern Road
• Major Land Development and Special Use Permit for Kirkbrae CC Solar at 208 Old River Road
• Variance request for commercial-to-residential conversion at 936-938 Smithfield Avenue
• Variance request for a garage construction at 8 Cider Mill Lane

Planning Board

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review a single bid request. The agenda includes a request to waive competitive bidding for Barracuda Email Protection.

• Request to waive competitive bidding to Barracuda Email Protection

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will meet to review specific claims referred by the Town Council on March 17, 2026. The agenda includes the Fugere, Atstupenas, and DesJardins claims.

• Fugere Claim
• Atstupenas Claim
• DesJardins Claim

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2026 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on liquor licenses, mobile food establishment renewals, and several pending ordinance amendments.

• Public Hearing for the 2026 Comprehensive Plan
• Liquor License application for Tara Foods d/b/a Chennai Tiffans at 359 Old River Road
• Special Event License application for Vintage Pet Rescue at Chase Farm
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2025-13 regarding residential requirements and access easements
• Ordinance 2026-1 regarding Senior Citizen Discounts

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review several proposed changes to the town code. These include residential zoning requirements, open burning regulations, fire pit usage, senior citizen discounts, and a veterans tax credit.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment: Section 260-32 (Additional Residential Requirements & Access Easement Deed and Agreement)
• Amendment to Article II, Open Burning
• Amendment to Chapter 25, Use of Fire Pits
• Amendment to Section 228-1 Senior Citizen Discount
• Amendment to Chapter 228, Article II regarding Veterans Tax Credit

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a hybrid meeting at Lincoln Town Hall. The agenda consists of the call to order, pledge of allegiance, review of the agenda, and public comment.

Budget Board

General

The Lincoln Building Committee meeting will approve the minutes from the March 6, 2026 meeting, receive a financial update from M. Carreno, and get construction project updates from Downes Construction. The committee will also review and approve payment applications and invoices. Additional discussion will cover playground and northern bathroom projects.

• Approve meeting minutes from 3/6/26
• Financial Update (M. Carreno)
• Review and approve payment applications
• Review/Approve Invoices
• GYM/STEM – Cafeteria Upgrades / Northern HVAC Upgrades

The committee approved $3.2 million for several projects including playground structures, paving upgrades, and heating valves. It was decided that smaller Summer 2026 projects will be managed by T. Feola without an Owner's Project Manager. The committee also approved February invoices.

• Approved $3.2 million for additional projects (playground structures, Northern ES bathroom, paving, and heating valves)
• Decided not to utilize an OPM for smaller Summer 2026 projects
• Assigned management of Summer 2026 projects to T. Feola
• Approved February invoices

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will hold a hybrid meeting on April 9, 2026, to discuss and review the FY26 budgets, as well as proposed municipal and education budgets for FY27. The agenda includes public comment periods. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Review of FY26 budgets
• Review of FY27 municipal budgets
• Review of FY27 education budgets

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will discuss a modification to a major subdivision plan and two dimensional variance applications. The body will provide recommendations regarding land development and zoning requests.

• Modification to Beauregard Subdivision preliminary plan on East Lantern Road
• Dimensional variance for commercial to residential conversion at 936-938 Smithfield Avenue
• Dimensional variance for garage construction at 8 Cider Mill Lane

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will consider closing its Bank of America checking account and transferring the remaining balance to Beacon Bank. The agenda also includes reports on March 2026 finances and a discussion on a source water assessment.

• Vote to close Bank of America checking account
• Vote to transfer remaining balance to Beacon Bank
• Source Water Assessment discussion
• Lead Service Loan Program discussion
• March 2026 financial reports

The Water Commission approved closing its Bank of America checking account and transferring the remaining balance to Beacon Bank. The commission also approved several financial reports for March 2026.

• Approved consent agenda (All in favor)
• Approved February 11, 2026 Regular Meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Approved March 2026 Balance Sheet report (All in favor)
• Approved March 2026 Account Balance report (All in favor)
• Approved March 2026 Direct Payment and Payables (All in favor)
• Approved closing Bank of America checking account (All in favor)
• Approved transferring remaining balance to Beacon Bank (All in favor)
• Entered Executive Session for personnel matters (All in favor)

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review reports and discuss the status of the Manville Park Grant. The body will also address the opening of Fairlawn Pickleball Courts and new playgrounds at Saylesville and Lonsdale Park.

• Status of Manville Park Grant
• Opening of Fairlawn Pickleball Courts
• New playgrounds at Saylesville and Lonsdale Park
• Spring Sports Preparation
• New Recreation Programs

General

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Review will hold a public hearing to consider two dimensional variance applications. The board will determine if the requested relief from zoning ordinances is granted for the specified properties.

• Dimensional Variance for yard relief to build a single-family home at 0 Lower River Rd
• Dimensional Variance for yard lot coverage to create a legal 3rd unit at 88 Pleasant St

Budget Board

The board approved the budget board message and made two specific changes to the FY25 Municipal Budget. No updates were provided for the FY26 Budget or the FY25 Education Department budget.

• Approved minutes from 03/31/26 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 04/01/26 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 04/02/26 (unanimous)
• Changed resolution XIV total from $706,805.00 to $706,804.00 (unanimous)
• Changed language on resolution VII (unanimous)
• Approved the budget board message (unanimous)

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board met to review the Centralized Rescue/Learning Center project. Attendees discussed safety updates, permit status, schedule progress, and procurement items. The board approved March pay applications totaling $1,138,? (Ahlborg $1,123,593; Downe's $11,550; SES $3,710). The meeting also included updates on digital‑sign installation and grant compliance.

• Approval of Ahlborg Construction pay application for March: $1,123,593
• Approval of Downe's monthly pay requisition: $11,550
• Approval of SES invoice through March: $3,710
• Second‑floor furniture package remains the only outstanding procurement item
• Digital sign vendor (Daktronics) set up account manager Cory Gibb and applied for permit

The project team reviewed construction updates, safety reports, and procurement status. Current work includes roofing, drywall installation, and electrical systems setup.

• Approved Downe's monthly pay requisition of $11,550
• Approved SES invoice for commissioning inspections of $3,710

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will meet to review the FY26 town budget, the FY27 municipal budget, and the FY27 education budget. No decisions are listed; the items are for discussion and possible approval.

• Review FY26 town budget
• Review FY27 municipal budget
• Review FY27 education budget

Budget Board

General

This is a Building Committee meeting for the Lincoln Centralized Rescue & Learning Center project. The agenda includes a weekly field report, monthly report, project budget status ($16.8M total), CPF grant compliance updates, and review of two invoices totaling $15,260. Construction progress, safety, permits, schedule, and procurement (second-floor furniture) are also discussed.

• SES invoice #5847 for $3,710 (construction phase engineering)
• Downes invoice #23 for $11,550 (preconstruction and construction services)
• Project budget: $16,844,035.30 (bond $14M, CPF grant $2M, municipal grant $500K, ARPA grant $344,035.30) with a surplus of $930,794.30
• CPF grant closeout tasks: asset ownership and program attestation due May 31, 2026
• Digital sign training for Cory Gibb from Daktronics

The meeting focused on progress updates for the centralized rescue and learning center. Key developments included the issuance of a gas permit and the approval of first-floor furniture procurement.

• Gas permit issued for service installation scheduled for March 23rd
• First floor furniture approved for procurement
• Digital sign submittal fully approved

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will meet on April 2, 2026, to review and discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 budgets, as well as the proposed FY27 municipal and education budgets. The meeting includes public comment periods. No specific dollar amounts or detailed proposals are listed in the agenda.

• FY26 Budgets review
• FY27 Municipal Budgets discussion
• FY27 Education Budgets discussion

The Budget Board reviewed and approved various departmental budgets for the 2027 fiscal year. Adjustments were made to salary lines for the Council, Probate Judge, and Zoning departments. The board noted that additional time is required to review operating capital, fixed charges, salaries, and debt.

• Increased Council salary by $3,725
• Approved Solicitor department budget
• Increased Probate Judge salary by $1,500
• Approved Probate Judge overall budget
• Approved Town Sergeant department budget
• Approved Board of Canvassers department budget
• Approved Budget Board department budget
• Reduced Zoning salary line by $1,620

Budget Board

The Budget Board will meet to discuss the FY26 budgets. The board will also review the FY27 municipal and education budgets.

• FY26 Budgets
• FY27 Municipal Budgets
• FY27 Education Budgets

Planning Board

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a solar project at 208 Old River Road. The board will also consider map amendments for Lancer’s Lane and Henry Drive and a remediation bond for 650 George Washington Highway.

• Public hearing and vote on Kirkbrae CC Solar at 208 Old River Road (PLN 25-5)
• Vote on remediation bond for 650 George Washington Highway
• Recommendation to Town Council regarding Official Map amendments for Lancer’s Lane
• Recommendation to Town Council regarding Official Map amendments for Henry Drive
• Recommendation to Zoning Board for a third residential unit at 88 Pleasant Street

General

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and vote regarding a solar project at 208 Old River Road. The board will also consider a remediation bond and recommendations for official map amendments. One dimensional variance for a residential unit is on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing and vote on PLN 25-5 for Kirkbrae CC Solar at 208 Old River Road
• Vote on Remediation Bond for Raheb Law III at 650 George Washington Highway
• Recommendation to Town Council for Official Map amendment at Lancer’s Lane
• Recommendation to Town Council for Official Map amendment at Henry Drive
• Dimensional variance for a third residential unit at 88 Pleasant Street

Budget Board

Budget Board

The Budget Board will meet to discuss the FY26 budgets. The board will also review the FY27 municipal and education budgets.

• FY26 Budgets
• FY27 Municipal Budgets
• FY27 Education Budgets

General

The Lincoln Building Committee will review and decide on the January pay application submitted by Ahlborg Construction, totaling $961,415, along with a $5,830 SES invoice. The meeting will also cover the project’s overall construction budget, pending RIE incentive credits, and the status of furniture and appliance procurement. Safety compliance and permit updates will be discussed but no decisions are noted on those items.

• Approve Ahlborg Construction January pay application for $961,415
• Review SES invoice for $5,830
• Present overall construction budget: GMP $15,479,651; town bond $14,000,000; CPF grant $2,000,000; ARPA grant $344,035.30
• Update on RIE incentive credits and pending offer letter
• Status of furniture and appliance procurement for the facility

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee will meet to review requests to waive competitive bidding for two specific items. The body will also approve the minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting.

• Request to waive competitive bidding for Police UPS
• Request to waive competitive bidding on Internet Security Licenses

Town Council

The Town Council and Board of License Commissioners will meet to review several license applications and ordinance recommendations. The Council is considering updates to zoning and fire safety rules, as well as new resolutions regarding affordable housing and veterans' tax credits.

• Liquor, victualling, and entertainment license applications for Kinnera Restaurant at 259 Front Street
• Special event licenses for Chase Farm Summer Concert Series, Farmers Market, and Butterfly Farms Easter Egg Hunt
• Ordinance recommendations for Zoning Section 260-32, Open Burning, and Use of Fire Pits
• Requests to waive competitive bidding for Police UPS and Internet Security Licenses
• Proposed resolutions regarding 2025 Affordable Housing Laws and a Veterans Tax Credit

Budget Board

The Budget Board will meet to discuss the FY26 budgets. The board is also scheduled to review the FY27 municipal and education budgets.

• FY26 Budgets
• FY27 Municipal Budgets
• FY27 Education Budgets

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to receive a presentation from the Lincoln Country Club and hold an executive session to discuss several pending legal cases. The council will also vote on matters arising from that executive session.

• Presentation from Lincoln Country Club
• Executive session regarding Amica v. Keeble
• Executive session regarding Lincoln Mall Owner LLC v. Keeble
• Executive session regarding UTGR v. Keeble
• Executive session regarding Buffalo Lincoln Associates v. Keeble

Ordinance Committee

The Lincoln Ordinance Committee will review four deferred ordinances, including a zoning amendment and changes to fire pit regulations. The meeting will be held as a hybrid event at Lincoln Town Hall.

• Review of 2025-13: Zoning Ordinance Amendment for residential requirements
• Review of 2025-17: Amendment to Article II, Open Burning
• Review of 2025-18: Amendment to Chapter 25, Use of Fire Pits
• Review of 2026-1: Amendment to Section 228-1 Senior Citizen Discount
• Hybrid meeting format at Lincoln Town Hall, 100 Old River Road

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will consider the Zoning Board of Review recommendation on a dimensional variance application. Applicant Kevin Puccio seeks permission to add a third residential unit on lot 302 (AP 10) at 88 Pleasant Street. The committee will discuss whether to approve the variance.

• Dimensional variance application by Kevin Puccio to add a third residential unit at 88 Pleasant Street, AP 10 Lot 302

Budget Board

The Budget Board will meet to review fiscal year 2026 budgets and the proposed fiscal year 2027 municipal and education budgets. The meeting will be held in person at the Lincoln Town Hall with an option for public participation via web streaming or email.

• FY26 Budgets review
• FY27 Municipal Budgets review
• FY27 Education Budgets review

Water Commission

The Water Commission will review February 2026 financial reports and account balances. The board is scheduled to discuss a lead service loan program and billing considerations. Other items include a revised 2026 meeting schedule and a source water assessment.

• Lead Service Loan Program
• Billing Consideration
• Source Water Assessment
• Revised Regular Monthly Meeting Schedule for 2026
• February 2026 Balance Sheet and Expenditure and Revenue Report

General

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the proposed sale or lease of Notte park land. The body will also review the status of the Manville Park Grant and prepare for spring sports.

• Proposed sale/lease of Notte park land
• Status of Manville Park Grant
• Status of new school gyms/school grounds
• Review of Rec basketball
• Election of officers

Budget Board

The Budget Board will meet to review the FY26 budgets. The board will also discuss the FY27 municipal and education budgets.

• FY26 Budgets
• FY27 Municipal Budgets
• FY27 Education Budgets

Budget Board

The Budget Board will conduct a site tour of Lincoln's school department facilities, including all elementary schools and the middle school, to review capital projects approved for FY26 and proposed for FY27. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for observation and discussion.

• Tour of Northern, Central, Lonsdale, and Saylesville Elementary Schools, and the Middle School
• Review of FY26 approved and FY27 proposed capital projects
• Inspection of additions at each elementary school
• Review of district vehicles and equipment

General

The Lincoln Building Committee will hold a meeting to review project updates on the GYM/STEM cafeteria upgrades and punch list work, receive a playground presentation from Studio Jaed, and consider payment applications and invoices. No proposed change orders or action items are on the agenda.

• Approve meeting minutes from February 6, 2026
• Financial update from M. Carreno
• Construction updates: GYM/STEM cafeteria upgrades and punch list work
• Playground presentation from Studio Jaed
• Review and approve payment applications and invoices

The committee approved the meeting minutes from February 6, 2026. It also approved the February payment applications (invoices). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from 2/6/26
• Approved February invoices
• Motion to adjourn carried

Budget Board

The board reviewed FY27 municipal budget lines, discussed the library's unspent funds, and noted FY25 education budgets. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled. The meeting was adjourned.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a recommendation to the Town Council regarding the adoption of the 2026 Comprehensive Plan. The board will also vote on a land development plan for a parking expansion and a bond release. Additionally, the board will elect its officers.

• Vote on recommendation to Town Council for 2026 Comprehensive Plan
• Vote on Major Land Development for parking expansion at 642, 644, 646, and 648 George Washington Highway
• Vote on Final Bond Release for Whipple Cullen Farm (AP 29, Lot 150)
• Discussion on Master Plan for Kirkbrae CC Solar at 208 Old River Road
• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, and Technical Review Committee Representative

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to discuss wetland applications and provide updates on current projects. The body will also review its budget and grant projects.

• Wetland applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Historical Cemeteries project
• Budget review and expense approval
• Conservation/Friends of the Blackstone collaborations

Planning Board

The Planning Board elected new officers, including Chairman Ken Bostic and Vice‑Chair Mike Reilly. It denied the request to release the $120,463 stabilization bond for Old River Road Development, LLC – Whipple Cullen Farm. The board approved the Lincoln Parking Expansion Plan on George Washington Highway with conditions from the Technical Review Committee report. It also recommended that the Town Council adopt the 2026 Comprehensive Plan.

• Elected Ken Bostic as Chair (all in favor)
• Reinstated Mike Reilly as Vice‑Chair (all in favor)
• Elected Ned London as Secretary (all in favor)
• Elected Mike Reilly as Technical Review Committee Representative (all in favor)
• Denied bond release for Old River Road Development, LLC – Whipple Cullen Farm (all in favor)
• Approved Lincoln Parking Expansion Plan on George Washington Highway with conditions (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council adopt 2026 Comprehensive Plan (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:52 p.m. (all in favor)

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will meet to discuss and approve minutes, then receive updates on FY26 budgets and begin work on FY27 municipal and education budgets. A joint meeting with school administration is scheduled. Public comment periods are included.

• Meeting with School Administration
• Discussion of FY26 Budgets
• Review of FY27 Municipal Budgets
• Review of FY27 Education Budgets
• FY27 Budget Tasks/Responsibilities

The Budget Board approved the minutes from 02/26/26 by unanimous vote. The superintendent approved the proposed school tour agenda. The board then adjourned the meeting by unanimous consent.

• Approved minutes from 02/26/26 (unanimous)
• Superintendent approved proposed school tour agenda (FY27 Education Budgets)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will meet to discuss and review FY26 budgets, as well as proposed FY27 municipal and education budgets. The agenda also includes planning for budget tasks and responsibilities, and scheduling a tour of schools. Public comment will be accepted both in person and via email.

• Review of FY26 budgets
• Discussion of FY27 Municipal Budgets
• Review of FY27 Education Budgets
• Assignment of FY27 Budget Tasks and Responsibilities
• Agenda for Tour of Schools on March 7

The Lincoln Budget Board approved the February 19 minutes by unanimous vote. No FY27 budget items were adopted; members asked numerous questions about revenue and expense line items. The board scheduled a school tour for March 7 at 8:00 a.m. and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved February 19 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled school tour for March 7, 8:00 AM
• Motion to adjourn passed (seconded by Dave Hart)

Planning Board

The Lincoln Planning Board will discuss a final bond release for Old River Road Development, LLC. It will hold a public hearing and vote on a major land development and parking expansion at 642‑648 George Washington Highway. An informational discussion will cover the Kirkbrae Country Club solar project at 208 Old River Road. Finally, the board will vote on a recommendation to adopt the 2026 Comprehensive Plan.

• Final Bond Release – Old River Road Development, LLC – Whipple Cullen Farm, AP 29, Lot 150
• Public Hearing and Vote: Major Land Development – Lincoln Parking Expansion Plan – 642‑648 George Washington Highway (AP 31 Lots 11‑8), GZA Geoenvironmental, Inc. for Narragansett Electric Company
• Informational Discussion: PLN 25‑5 – Kirkbrae Country Club Solar, 208 Old River Road (AP 31 Lot 23), Revity Energy LLC
• Public Hearing and Vote: Recommendation to Town Council to adopt the 2026 Comprehensive Plan
• Election of officers: Chair, Vice‑Chair, Secretary, Technical Review Committee Representative

The board voted to continue several subdivision and land‑development items, as well as the comprehensive plan recommendation, to the March 4, 2026 meeting. Public hearings were authorized for the items being postponed. The minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting were accepted and the board adjourned.

• Motion to continue Subdivision item C1 (Old River Road Development) to March 4 – passed (all in favor)
• Motion to open public hearing for Subdivision item C1 – passed (all in favor)
• Motion to continue Major Land Development item C2 (Lincoln Parking Expansion) to March 4 – passed (all in favor)
• Motion to open public hearing for item C2 – passed (all in favor)
• Motion to continue informational discussion PLN 25‑5 (Kirkbrae CC Solar) to March 4 – passed (all in favor)
• Motion to continue Comprehensive Plan recommendation to March 4 – passed (all in favor)
• Motion to open public hearing for Comprehensive Plan recommendation – passed (all in favor)
• Motion to accept January 28, 2025 minutes – passed (all in favor)

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will hear the Town Administrator’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2027, including municipal and education components. The board will also review the FY26 budgets and discuss FY27 budget tasks and responsibilities. Public comment will be allowed before the meeting is adjourned.

• Presentation of Town Administrator’s Recommended FY27 Budget
• Review of FY26 Budgets
• Review of FY27 Municipal Budget
• Review of FY27 Education Budgets
• Discussion of FY27 Budget Tasks/Responsibilities

The Budget Board unanimously approved the minutes from the 1/29/26 meeting. No votes were taken on any FY2026 or FY2027 budget items. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from 01/29/26 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

General

The Building Committee and project teams are meeting to review the progress of the Centralized Rescue/Learning Center at 98 Old River Road. The discussion focuses on construction scheduling, permit status, and equipment procurement.

• Review of RIDOT hardship letter for RIE Gas Permit
• Presentation of the three-week lookahead construction schedule
• Status update on second-floor furniture procurement
• Coordination of technology trades before drywall installation
• Update on RIE credits

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will consider routine financial reports, abatements, and minutes, but also has unfinished business on a source water assessment and new business on a lead service loan program. The board will also hold an executive session for personnel and investigative proceedings. The meeting is largely procedural with a few substantive items.

• Revised regular meeting schedule for 2026
• Source Water Assessment (Unfinished Business)
• Lead Service Loan Program (New Business)
• Executive session for personnel and investigative proceedings (R.I.G.L. § 42-46-5(a)(1) and (a)(4))
• Approval of monthly financial reports, abatements, and account transactions

The Water Commission unanimously approved a revision to the 2026 meeting calendar, moving the November 11 meeting to November 18. The consent agenda—including prior meeting minutes, financial reports, abatements and other routine items—was accepted without dissent. The board entered an executive session, sealed its minutes, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved revision to 2026 meeting schedule: November 11 meeting moved to November 18 (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda items: prior meeting minutes, financial reports, abatements (unanimous)
• Approved January 27, 2026 Special Meeting minutes with correction noting Commissioner LaBreche absent (unanimous)
• Approved July 9, 2025 Executive Session minutes (unanimous)
• Moved to executive session per R.I.G.L. 42‑46‑5(a)(1) and (a)(4) (unanimous)
• Sealed minutes of executive session (unanimous)
• Approved motion for solicitor Steve Antonucci to follow up on executive‑session matters (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:47 p.m. (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will accept minutes from the prior meeting and hear reports from directors and the commissioner. It will discuss old business items including the LHS Field Plan, the Manville Park grant status, and new school gym updates. New business includes reviewing recreation basketball programs and the playoff schedule, followed by the election of officers. The meeting will also allow public comment before adjourning.

• Accept minutes from previous meeting
• Director's Report
• Commissioner's Report
• Review of Recreation Basketball programs and playoff schedule
• Election of officers

The commission accepted the minutes from the January 14 meeting. A motion to delay the upcoming officer elections until the following month was made, seconded and approved by all members. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted January 14 minutes (all members in favor)
• Postponed officer elections to next month (all members in favor)

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee will meet to vote on a request to waive competitive bidding for the purchase of a police vehicle. Approval of previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Request to waive competitive bidding for a police vehicle

Claims Committee

The Lincoln Claims Committee is meeting to consider a claim regarding a mailbox from Farhoumand, which was referred by the Town Council on January 20, 2026. The committee will also approve minutes from November 18, 2025. No other claims or substantive items are on the agenda.

• Farhoumand Mailbox Claim referred from Town Council on 01/20/2026

Town Council

The Town Council will receive reports from the Ordinance Sub Committee on three proposed amendments: one adding residential requirements and access easement rules (2025-13), one amending open burning rules (2025-17), and one amending fire pit use (2025-18). The subcommittee has recommended action after several deferrals. The council will also schedule a public hearing for a liquor license application from Cinemaworld of Florida for CW Lanes and Games at 622 George Washington Highway, and introduce an ordinance to amend the senior citizen discount.

• Ordinance subcommittee report on zoning amendment 2025-13 (additional residential requirements and access easement)
• Ordinance subcommittee report on open burning amendment 2025-17
• Ordinance subcommittee report on fire pit amendment 2025-18
• Public hearing scheduled for Class BV liquor license at CW Lanes and Games, 622 George Washington Highway
• Introduction of ordinance 2026-1 to amend senior citizen discount (Section 228-1)

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will meet to review three ordinances that have been repeatedly deferred—a zoning amendment for residential requirements, an open-burning amendment, and a fire pit amendment. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the items are carried over from previous months.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2025-13: Section 260-32 on additional residential requirements and access easement deeds (deferred since August 2025)
• Amendment 2025-17 to Article II on open burning (deferred since November 2025)
• Amendment 2025-18 to Chapter 25 on use of fire pits (deferred since November 2025)

Tax Assessor

The Lincoln Tax Board of Review will discuss new business, including a review of its policies and procedures. It will also consider old business by reviewing the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting and examining a series of Amica Mutual Insurance items and other specific cases. No decisions are indicated beyond the reviews.

• Review of policies and procedures (new business)
• Review of meeting minutes from January 12, 2026
• Examination of Amica Mutual Insurance items (e.g., 21-2025, 24-2025, etc.)
• Review of Lincoln Mall case 33-2025
• Review of Michael & Rhonda Armes case 14-2025

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council meeting on February 9, 2026 will include a discussion on Camp Meehan with Mayor Lombardi of North Providence. The council will also review the agenda for the February 10, 2026 meeting. Standard items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, public comment, and adjournment are scheduled.

• Discussion on Camp Meehan with Mayor Lombardi (North Providence)
• Review of agenda for February 10, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period
• Call to order and pledge of allegiance (procedural items)

General

The Lincoln Building Committee will consider approving schematic designs for playground projects to submit to RIDE, as well as designs for mechanical valve replacement at the Middle School. Two proposed change orders are up for approval: one for additional Tectum panels and lighting at Saylesville Elementary School cafeteria, and another for Northern Elementary School bathrooms. The committee will also review payment applications and invoices, and receive a playground presentation from Studio Jaed.

• Proposed change order for additional Tectum panels and lighting at Saylesville ES cafeteria
• Proposed change order for Northern ES bathrooms
• Approval of schematic design/design development/construction documents for playground projects to submit to RIDE
• Approval of schematic design/design development/construction documents for mechanical valve replacement at Middle School
• Playground presentation by Studio Jaed

The Lincoln Building Committee approved PCO #18 for the Northern Elementary School restroom renovation ($990,604) and PCO #19 ($57,207). It also approved the schematic design, design development, and construction documents for the playground projects and for the mechanical valve replacement at the Middle School. January invoice payment applications were approved.

• Approved PCO #18 – Northern ES Restroom Renovations ($990,604)
• Approved PCO #19 – unspecified project ($57,207)
• Approved schematic design/development/construction documents for playground projects
• Approved schematic design/development/construction documents for Middle School mechanical valve replacement
• Approved January invoice payment applications

General

The Technical Review Committee will discuss three development applications: a minor subdivision at 83 Wilbur Road, a minor land development at 650 George Washington Highway, and a major land development and solar project at Kirkbrae Country Club (208 Old River Road). No votes are scheduled; the committee will provide recommendations to the Planning Board.

• PLN 26-1: Minor subdivision preliminary plan – Templeton Two, 83 Wilbur Road
• Minor land development combined preliminary/final plan – Raheb Law III, 650 George Washington Highway
• PLN 25-5: Major land development & unified development review master plan – Kirkbrae CC Solar, 208 Old River Road
• Applicant: Revity Energy LLC for Kirkbrae Country Club

Conservation Commission

The Lincoln Conservation Commission will hold a regular monthly meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, public comment, and correspondence. They will discuss ongoing projects such as the butterfly garden, historical cemeteries, cleanups, grant projects, and composting, and review the budget.

• Wetland applications under consideration
• Budget review with balance and approved expenses
• Current projects: Butterfly Garden, Historical Cemeteries, Cleanups, Grant Projects, Composting
• Conservation/Friends of Blackstone collaboration discussion
• Calendar review for LCC projects and town meetings

The Lincoln Conservation Commission approved the previous meeting’s minutes. No other formal actions were taken; the commission discussed possible pollinator garden sites, a compost location, and a grant‑related dumpster partnership, but no decisions were recorded.

• Approved previous meeting minutes

General

General

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Review will hold a public hearing to consider four applications for dimensional variances and special use permits. These requests involve residential lot relief and signage square footage.

• Dimensional Variance for an additional unit at 1210 Lonsdale Ave.
• Special Use Permit for signage square feet at 185 Chapel St
• Dimensional Variance for yard relief to build a single-family home at 0 Lower River Rd.
• Special Use Permit for signage square feet at 23 New England Way

Budget Board

This meeting of the Lincoln Budget Board consisted of discussions on the FY27 Education Budget, including potential funding challenges from state and federal sources. The Board also reviewed the FY26 municipal and education budgets, capital project progress, and discussed the anticipated return of Turner Field. The FY25 audit schedule was noted, and the Board explored opportunities to refine the budget process.

• Discussed FY27 Education Budget challenges related to state and federal funding
• Discussed anticipated return of Turner Field and need for strategic field usage conversation
• Reviewed FY26 municipal budget packet, including tax collections and casino revenue
• Noted FY25 audit scheduled for completion in February
• Discussed budget process refinement opportunities

Planning Board

The Lincoln Planning Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a major modification to the final plan for Lonsdale Main Place, a mixed-use development on Lonsdale Main Street. The board will also preliminarily discuss a major land development for Narragansett Electric's parking expansion on George Washington Highway. Additionally, they will discuss and vote on scheduling a public hearing for the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Public hearing and vote on Major Modification to Final Plan for Lonsdale Main Place (AP 4 Lot 92) by Terrapin Properties
• Preliminary discussion on Major Land Development – Lincoln Parking Expansion Plan at 642-648 George Washington Highway for Narragansett Electric
• Consent agenda includes zoning recommendations for a sign replacement at 185 Chapel Street, a dimensional variance for a second unit at 1210 Lonsdale Avenue, and other variances
• Discussion and vote on setting a public hearing date for the Comprehensive Plan

The Planning Board approved a major modification and dimensional variance for the Lonsdale Main Place development after a public hearing, with all members in favor. The Board also combined the preliminary and master plans for the Lincoln Parking Expansion and sent that project to a public hearing. Consent agenda items, including special use permits and variances, were accepted, and the minutes were approved with a correction. The Comprehensive Plan was scheduled for a public hearing in February and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved variance and plan modification for Lonsdale Main Place (all in favor)
• Approved combining preliminary and master plan for Lincoln Parking Expansion (all in favor)
• Approved sending Lincoln Parking Expansion to public hearing (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda items (special use permits and variances) (all in favor)
• Approved dispensing of December 17, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved minutes with one correction (all in favor)
• Approved sending Comprehensive Plan to public hearing in February (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will hold a special meeting on January 27, 2026. Key items include review and possible action on a Source Water Assessment and a vote to open a savings account at Blackstone River FCU Bank. Public comment periods are scheduled.

• Review and action on Source Water Assessment
• Vote to open a savings account at Blackstone River FCU Bank

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review three proposed ordinance amendments that have been deferred multiple times: a zoning amendment for residential requirements and access easements (2025-13), an amendment to open burning rules (2025-17), and an amendment on fire pit use (2025-18). No votes are scheduled; the items remain under discussion. Public comment will be accepted.

• 2025-13: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Section 260-32 on Additional Residential Requirements & Access Easement Deed and Agreement
• 2025-17: Amendment to Article II, Open Burning
• 2025-18: Amendment to Chapter 25, Use of Fire Pits

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will receive a recommendation from the Ordinance Subcommittee on Zoning Amendment 2025-13, which proposes changes to Section 260-32 regarding additional residential requirements and access easement deeds. Other items include appointments to various boards and a resolution to authorize tax cancellations. The meeting also covers license applications under the Board of License Commissioners segment.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2025-13: Section 260-32 – Additional Residential Requirements and Access Easement Deed and Agreement
• Amendment to Article II, Open Burning (2025-17) and Amendment to Chapter 25, Use of Fire Pits (2025-18) both up for recommendation
• Appointments to Tenant Board of Affairs, Juvenile Hearing Board, Personnel Board, Planning Board, and Tree Warden
• Resolution 2026-1 to authorize cancellation of certain taxes in January 2026
• License applications: Entertainment license for Chennai Tiffins, Victualling licenses for Dunkin' and Layali Cafe, and Special Event liquor license for Christ Church Valentine's Day wine tasting

General

This is a project update meeting for the Lincoln Centralized Rescue & Learning Center. The owner's project manager report includes weekly field reports, budget status, and a pending final GMP submission by Ahlborg Construction Corporation. The meeting will also discuss permit progress, including a hardship letter for gas main work, and procurement status of furniture and appliances.

• Ahlborg to submit final Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for execution
• Gas permit hardship letter submitted to RIDOT for winter moratorium waiver
• Digital sign and Bryx PA/Alerting system have been procured
• Furniture and appliances procurement remains ongoing
• Steel reinforcement for balcony listed as a town hot item

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet for a work session regarding OpenGov Online Permitting. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• OpenGov Online Permitting Work Session

Technical Review Committee

The committee will discuss and make recommendations on two land development projects. It will also review four zoning applications involving signage and residential construction variances.

• Lonsdale Main Place (Lonsdale Main Street): Major modification to final plan and dimensional variance
• Lincoln Parking Expansion Plan (642 George Washington Highway): Major land development
• 185 Chapel Street: Special use permit for sign replacement
• 1210 Lonsdale Avenue: Dimensional variance for a second residential unit
• Lower River Road: Dimensional variances for a single-family dwelling

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will hold a regular meeting covering routine financial reports and a consent agenda. They will elect officers for 2026 and set the monthly meeting schedule. Unfinished business includes a Source Water Assessment, and new business includes a Lead Service Loan Program. An executive session is planned for personnel and misconduct investigation.

• Election of officers for 2026
• Lead Service Loan Program discussion
• Source Water Assessment update
• Executive session for personnel and misconduct investigation
• Regular monthly meeting schedule for 2026

General

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates on the LHS Field Plan, Manville Park Grant, pickleball courts, and new school gym projects. The commission will also review the Recreation Basketball programs. Public comment will be heard.

• LHS Field Plan update
• Status of Manville Park Grant
• Update on pickleball courts
• Status of new school gym projects
• Review of Recreation Basketball programs

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation on the source water assessment. Public comment will be allowed before the meeting is adjourned. No formal motions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Source Water Assessment – Presentation
• Public Comment

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will hold a hybrid meeting on January 13, 2026, at 4:30 PM at Lincoln Town Hall. The agenda includes a presentation from the Water Commission on a Source Water Assessment and a period for public comment.

• Presentation: Water Commission on Source Water Assessment
• Public Comment period available
• Meeting held at Lincoln Town Hall, 100 Old River Road

Zoning Board

General

General

The Lincoln Building Committee will review and approve meeting minutes from 12/12/25, receive a financial update, and discuss construction project updates including gym/STEM cafeteria upgrades, Studio Jaed, and RIDE Stage II. The committee will consider proposed change order #17 to procure and install additional Tectum ceiling and wall panels in the Northern and Saylesville cafeterias. It will also vote on approving that change order and related payment applications and invoices.

• Approve meeting minutes from 12/12/25
• Financial update presented by M. Carreno
• Construction project updates: gym/STEM cafeteria upgrades, Studio Jaed, RIDE Stage II
• Proposed Change Order #17 to procure and install Tectum ceiling and wall panels in Northern/Saylesville cafeterias
• Review and approve payment applications and invoices

Budget Board

Conservation Commission

The commission will hold its regular monthly meeting, including approval of minutes, public comment, discussion of wetland applications, updates on current projects (butterfly garden, historical cemeteries, cleanups, grants), and a budget review. No specific proposals or votes are detailed in the agenda.

• Wetland applications to be discussed
• Updates on Butterfly Garden project
• Updates on Historical Cemeteries project
• Grant projects review
• Budget review with opening balance and expenses