{
 "city": "Lunenburg",
 "state": "MA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/lunenburgma.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-05",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Board of Health",
   "headline": "Lunenburg Board of Assessors to review veteran and senior exemptions and stormwater task force",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Board of Assessors will meet on August 5, 2026, to discuss potential increases to the veteran property tax exemption, review a senior means-tested exemption presentation, and hear an update from the Storm Water Task Force. The board will also provide status updates on the Neighborhood Review Project and the ongoing Principal Assessor search.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-7943",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to hold public hearings on driveway crossing, irrigation pond, and continued projects including ADA parking at Cowdery Nature Center and Unitil substation",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Conservation Commission will meet on August 5, 2026, to conduct public hearings on two new Notices of Intent: a driveway crossing at 108 Sunny Hill Road and an irrigation pond at 157 Goodrich Street. The commission will also continue hearings on several projects, including an ADA parking and trail reconstruction at Cowdery Nature Center, a Unitil substation, a single-family home with wetland crossing, a concrete boat ramp on Lake Shirley, a driveway entrance and rain garden, and a septic system repair. Other business includes an administrator's determination, certificates of compliance, enforcement actions, and a draft fee schedule discussion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-7944",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Board of Assessors",
   "headline": "Board of Assessors to discuss Veteran Exemption increase",
   "summary": "The Board of Assessors will discuss increasing the exemption amount for Clause 22 (Veteran Exemption) and review the Neighborhood Review Project. The board will also address the status of the Principal Assessor search and prepare a presentation on the Senior Means Tested Exemption.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-7942",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Parks Commission",
   "headline": "Parks Commission to vote on Town Beach closing date",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Parks Commission will hold an in-person meeting to discuss and vote on the closing date for the Town Beach at 265 Prospect Street. The agenda also includes public comment, upcoming meeting dates, and other business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-7946",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board working session on 2027 zoning amendments",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Planning Board will hold a working session to discuss potential zoning amendments for the 2027 Annual Meeting, including senior housing, inclusionary housing, cluster housing, and minor site plan review. The public may attend but is asked to withhold questions until the end.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-7937",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Public hearing on special permit for used car sales at gas station",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on August 12, 2026, to consider a special permit application from Ivan Valinchuk for the property at 149 Summer Street. The applicant seeks to sell secondhand motor vehicles at a site currently operating as a gas service station, under Section 250-4.1L(1) of the town's zoning bylaws.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08122026-7919",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-24",
   "body": "Planning Board Public Hearing",
   "headline": "Planning Board to hold public hearing on floodplain work at 27 Fire Road 15A",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review a request to raze and rebuild a house at 27 Fire Road 15A within the same floodplain footprint. The hearing takes place on August 24, 2026, at 6:00 pm in Town Hall, 17 Main Street. The board will hear from the applicant, Dillis & Roy Civil Design Group, and the property owner, Steven Bean.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08242026-7938",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-24",
   "body": "Planning Board Public Hearing",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08242026-7939",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-24",
   "body": "Planning Board Public Hearing",
   "headline": "Planning Board to review floodplain work request at 18 Oak Ridge Road",
   "summary": "The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review a request from Melissa D. McCarthy. The proposal involves razing and removing an existing house and rebuilding outside of the floodplain at 18 Oak Ridge Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08242026-7940",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-26",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "ZBA to hear special permit request for 18 Oak Ridge Road",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a petition filed by Daniel Wolfe. The board will consider a Special Permit for the reconstruction of a non-conforming structure at 18 Oak Ridge Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08262026-7935",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-26",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "ZBA to hear special permit request for 881 Flat Hill",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from Matthew Marro. The applicant is seeking a special permit to raze and reconstruct a non-conforming structure on a non-conforming lot at 881 Flat Hill.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08262026-7936",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-27",
   "body": "Finance Committee Public Hearing",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08272026-7945",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-03",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Special Town Meeting scheduled for September 3, 2026",
   "summary": "The Select Board has called a Special Town Meeting following a written petition from registered voters. The meeting will take place at the Lunenburg Middle/High School Auditorium.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09032026-7932",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to ratify key appointments and vote on memorial location",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Select Board will meet on August 4, 2026, to ratify appointments, discuss municipal building design, and vote on the location for a Revolutionary War Memorial. The meeting includes public hearings, announcements, and potential votes on FY27 goals and a Special Town Meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-7941",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "Lunenburg Municipal Building Design Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss vacated town buildings and space requirements",
   "summary": "The Municipal Building Design Committee will discuss the status of vacated town buildings and determine the square footage requirements for town departments. The body aims to develop a comprehensive list of needs for all town groups.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08032026-7933",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "Public Access Cable Committee (PACC)",
   "headline": "Lunenburg public-access cable committee meets to review budget and policy updates",
   "summary": "The Public Access Cable Committee (PACC) will convene to review and vote on meeting minutes, receive the manager’s monthly report, and discuss updates to the FY27 budget, PACC policy, master plan, and studio space. The committee will also hear an enterprise fund investment status update and receive a report from the Cable Advisory Committee.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08032026-7929",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "Personnel Committee",
   "headline": "Personnel Committee to discuss by-laws and committee priorities",
   "summary": "The Personnel Committee will review correspondence from Attorney Marc Terry regarding the language of the committee by-laws. Members will also discuss current personnel-related priorities and the meeting venue.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08032026-7934",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-01",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to conduct site walks for two projects",
   "summary": "The Conservation Commission is conducting site walks to review two Notices of Intent. The body will evaluate proposed work involving wetlands and pond construction.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08012026-7931",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Cemetery Commission",
   "headline": "Cemetery Commission to review North Cemetery Backlot expansion plans",
   "summary": "The Cemetery Commission will discuss engineering plans and the allocation of capital funds for the North Cemetery Backlot expansion. The body will also review lot pricing and the update plan for rules and bylaws.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07302026-7928",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-29",
   "body": "School Committee",
   "headline": "School Committee to review warrants and FY27 budget state aid",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg School Committee will meet to approve warrants totaling $100,507.91 and discuss additional state aid for the FY27 budget. The committee will also consider donations for football helmets, transportation, color guard uniforms, and LEAF grants.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07292026-7930",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Lunenburg Municipal Building Design Committee",
   "headline": "Workshop on municipal buildings and energy incentives",
   "summary": "The committee will hold a workshop discussion on municipal buildings (TC Passios, Brooks House, Ritter, Town Hall) and the charge and composition of the Lunenburg Municipal Building Design Committee. A presentation on energy programs and incentives from the MassSave Energy Summit will also be given.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-7924",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Sewer Commission",
   "headline": "Sewer Commission to discuss CTE contract renewal, 100 Laurel Lane bid, and pump station repairs",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Sewer Commission will meet remotely on July 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes updates on the CTE contract renewal, a bid for 100 Laurel Lane, pump station repairs, and Q1 FY27 sewer billing. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-7927",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Workshop on municipal buildings and MassSave energy programs",
   "summary": "The Select Board and Municipal Building Design Committee will hold a joint workshop to discuss energy incentives from MassSave and review the status of several town buildings, including TC Passios, Brooks House, Ritter, and Town Hall. The committee's charge and membership will also be considered. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-7926",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to vote on Special Town Meeting warrant and approve State Primary Election warrant",
   "summary": "The Select Board will vote on a petitioned Special Town Meeting warrant and set its opening and closing dates, approve the September 1, 2026 State Primary Election warrant, and ratify a Teamsters Union Local 170 collective bargaining agreement for the DPW. The meeting also includes public comment periods and discussion of upcoming meetings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-7925",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Lunenburg Planning Board to hear four public land-use cases",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Planning Board will hold four public hearings on site plan modifications, stormwater permits, and special permits for properties on Leominster Shirley Road, Parmenter Road, and New West Townsend Road. The board will also discuss and potentially approve the Master Plan, receive committee reports, and approve minutes from the July 13 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-7922",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Lunenburg 300th Anniversary Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss First Knight fireworks location and School Committee meeting",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg 300th Anniversary Committee will meet to discuss the location of the First Knight fireworks and a related School Committee meeting on July 29. They will also receive an update on Lowell's birthday cake, continue planning the calendar of events and committee assignments, and discuss forming a 501c3 organization.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-7920",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Planning Board Public Hearing",
   "headline": "Planning Board to review site plan for manufacturing use at 475 Leominster Shirley Road",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review a site plan approval application for changing the use of 475 Leominster Shirley Road from distribution to manufacturing. The property is owned by BP Lunenburg Central Fee Owner LLC and the applicant is Hannigan Engineering Inc.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-7892",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-24",
   "body": "Trust Fund Commission",
   "headline": "Trust Fund Commission to discuss AG breach notice and school fund compliance",
   "summary": "The Board of Trust Fund Commissioners will discuss a breach notice from the Attorney General regarding the town's failure to meet legal obligations, and review a draft supplemental compliance complaint about school department trust funds and charitable gifts. They will also consider clarification of trust declarations for the American Legion Post 283 Fund and the American Legion Poor Fund, and vote on a rewritten risk management policy.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07242026-7923",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Cable Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Cable Advisory Committee to review cable license renewal procedures",
   "summary": "The Cable Advisory Committee will organize and discuss cable license renewal procedures. Future meeting logistics will also be considered. No decisions are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-7914",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee to discuss additional state aid and Mass Save programs",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Finance Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss current business items, including a presentation by Green Communities on Mass Save programs and incentives, and a discussion of additional state aid, other revenues, and savings. The committee will also consider reorganization and liaison assignments. No votes on specific ordinances or contracts are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-7917",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Stormwater Task Force",
   "headline": "Board to discuss continuing development of utility program",
   "summary": "The Stormwater Advisory Board will meet to discuss the ongoing development of a utility program. The agenda also includes public comment, announcements, review of meeting minutes, and planning for public information sessions. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-7918",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Parks Commission",
   "headline": "Parks Commission to review MOU for community room use",
   "summary": "The Parks Commission will discuss and possibly vote on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Library Board of Trustees for use of the community room. They will also receive updates from the Facilities Director and Recreation Director, review the budget and finances, and discuss a proposed renaming of the Town Beach.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-7912",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Trust Fund Commission",
   "headline": "Trust Fund Commission to vote on appointing Richard Howard as commissioner",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Board of Trust Fund Commissioners will hold a joint meeting with the Selectboard to interview and vote on the appointment of Richard Howard as a Trust Fund Commissioner for a term ending June 2027. The agenda includes only this item plus adjournment; no other business is listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-7916",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to discuss adding $350K in state aid to FY27 school budget at special town meeting",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the Trust Fund Commission to appoint Richard Howard. The board will also discuss a School Committee request to place an article on a November 2026 special town meeting warrant to appropriate an additional $350,000 in state aid to the FY27 school operating budget. Other items include a vote on a proposed American Revolutionary War memorial on the Lower Common and approval of an August 8, 2026 special town election warrant.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-7911",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board works on zoning amendments for 2027 Town Meeting",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Planning Board will hold a working session to discuss zoning amendments it plans to bring to the 2027 Annual Town Meeting. Topics include senior housing, inclusionary housing, cluster housing, and minor site plan review. The public may attend but questions and comments are reserved for the end of the meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-7910",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Board of Health",
   "headline": "Board of Health to vote on well retention and school system repair funding",
   "summary": "The Board of Health will hold public hearings on retaining a secondary well at 757 Chase Road and an agricultural well at 48 Island Road. They will also consider allocating money for system repair at the Old Primary School. The meeting includes approval of June 15, 2026 minutes, old business on a cat shelter, and new business on Open Gov discussion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-7915",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Agricultural Commission",
   "headline": "Agricultural Commission meets July 20 to review bylaws and farmland status",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Agricultural Commission will hold its regular meeting on July 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Sudolnik Conference Room. The agenda includes reviewing and approving minutes, discussing reorganization, receiving updates from USDA and MDAR, and addressing farming issues. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting focuses on updates and discussions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-7913",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission reviews 11 wetlands projects and septic repairs",
   "summary": "The Lunenburg Conservation Commission will hold a remote meeting on July 15, 2026, to discuss wetlands protection permits, septic repairs, and enforcement actions. The agenda includes new and continued public hearings for projects like septic upgrades, ADA parking, and utility substations, as well as updates on violations and fee schedule changes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-7909",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}