Mansfield public meetings in 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to vote on revised language for Article 17. If approved, the board will recommend its inclusion on the Special Town Meeting warrant for January 9, 2025.

• Vote to approve Article 17 revised language for the Special Town Meeting warrant

The Mansfield Planning Board voted unanimously to approve revised language for Article 17, which will be included on the Special Town Meeting Warrant and recommended for approval on January 9, 2025. The revision addresses omitted lot size language in the definition change, negating the need for a floor amendment. The board then adjourned.

• Approved revised Article 17 language for STM warrant (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:41 pm (6-0)

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee, Select Board, and Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting to receive a budget presentation and discuss options, next steps, and spring planning. The agenda also includes public comment and scheduling of future meetings.

• Budget presentation
• Discussion of options, next steps, and spring planning
• Public comment period

The Mansfield School Committee held a Tri-Board meeting with the Finance Committee, Select Board, and Budget Subcommittee to discuss the FY26 budget. They discussed general budget direction, including whether an override may be needed and how to present the budget to residents. No formal decisions were made; further details will be discussed at the next meeting after the January special town meeting.

• Discussed FY26 budget scenarios and potential override (no vote)
• Discussed one-year and multi-year override approaches (no vote)
• Discussed public forum as a communication option (no vote)
• Adjourned at 8:58 p.m. (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will participate in a Tri-Board Meeting to discuss the town budget with the Budget Subcommittee. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Discussions with the Budget Subcommittee at a Tri-Board Meeting

The Select Board met jointly with the Budget Subcommittee for a Tri-Board meeting, but no motions were made during the discussion. The board adjourned without taking any substantive actions.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:58 PM (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Mansfield Finance Committee will discuss and vote on Town Warrant Articles for the January Special Town Meeting, and consider appointing a committee member to the School Superintendent Search. The meeting also includes a plan for January and an adjournment to attend the Budget Subcommittee and Tri Board meeting.

• Finance Committee Member Appointment to School Superintendent Search – discussion and vote
• Review and Vote on Town Warrant Articles for January Special Town Meeting
• January Meeting Plan discussion
• Adjourn to attend Budget Subcommittee and Tri Board meeting

The Finance Committee voted 7-0 to support Articles 1-12 on the January 9, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant, which include funding for property revaluation, cyclical inspections, capital projects, PFAS remediation, and reserve fund transfers. The committee also appointed Scott Feely to the School Superintendent Search Committee by a 6-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Scott Feely to School Superintendent Search Committee (6-0)
• Supported Articles 1-12 for Special Town Meeting (7-0)
• Article 3: $80,000 from free cash for property revaluation
• Article 4: $100,000 from free cash for cyclical inspection
• Article 5: $1.1M CIP appropriation, $1.2M chiller bond, $24M and $14M PFAS bonds
• Article 6: $800,000 to Finance Committee Reserve Fund
• Article 7: $370,000 to Sewer Reserve, $780,000 to Water Reserve
• Article 11: $700,000 to OPEB and Compensated Absences Reserves

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting jointly with other boards and discussing budget subcommittee participation. The agenda contains only procedural items — opening, discussion topic, and adjournment — with no listed votes, ordinances, or financial actions.

• Tri Board and Budget Subcommittee Participation discussion

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will hold a meeting to approve minutes from September 25, 2024, and to review and accept the Town of Mansfield audit. No other major items are on the agenda.

• Review and acceptance of the Town of Mansfield audit

The Audit Committee voted 4-0 to accept the Town of Mansfield's audit as presented by CBIZ CPA Accountants Advisors. The auditors reported no required adjustments, no disagreements with management, and no control deficiencies beyond a previously noted MMED inventory issue that has been remedied. The audit will be issued under the Marcum name due to a merger, and the ACFR will be submitted to GFOA before year-end.

• Approved meeting minutes from September 25, 2024 (4-0)
• Accepted Town of Mansfield Audit as presented (4-0)

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee (School Committee, Select Board, Finance Committee) is holding a Tri-Board meeting to review the budget process and discuss options for spring planning. The agenda includes a budget presentation and discussion of next steps. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are listed.

• Summary and overview of budget process to date
• Budget presentation
• Discussion of options, next steps, and spring planning
• Public comment period

The Budget Subcommittee reviewed a preliminary FY2026 budget with a projected $4.92M shortfall, driven by health insurance increases and school costs. Members discussed strategies including budget reductions, use of reserves, and a possible override, with a straw poll showing support for continuing discussions on a $2.9M gap recommendation. No final decisions were made; next steps include further meetings and a public forum in late February.

• Straw poll: supported continuing discussions on $2.9M gap recommendation (all but Martin)
• Scheduled next Budget Subcommittee meeting for January 13, 2025
• Scheduled next Tri-Board meeting for January 16, 2025
• Scheduled next Finance Committee meeting for January 14, 2025
• Planned first public forum for last week of February 2025

Budget Subcommittee

This is a joint meeting of the School Committee, Select Board, and Finance Committee, convened as the Budget Subcommittee. The agenda includes a budget presentation and discussion of options, next steps, and spring planning. No specific proposals, votes, or dollar amounts are on the agenda; the meeting is a general planning session.

• Summary and overview of budget process to date
• Budget presentation
• Discussion of options, next steps, and spring planning
• Public comment period

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and consider approving the warrant for a Special Town Meeting, including articles. They will also discuss the town budget and receive updates on PFAS mitigation, Balcom Street Bridge, and the Connect 351 workshop. The board will consider reappointments to committees and the transfer of entertainment licenses for Mooyah Burgers and Fries. Consent agenda includes approval of vendor warrants totaling over $7 million.

• Discussion and consideration of Special Town Meeting warrant and articles
• Transfer of Common Victualler and Entertainment Licenses for Mooyah Burgers and Fries
• 2025 license renewals for Envision Hotel, Great Woods Pizza, Providence Bagel, and Fairfield Inn
• Reappointments: Jack Cooney (Finance), Lorilee Fish (Non-Profit Gift Fund), Rebecca Foster (Open Space), Matthew Pauliks (Constable)
• Consent agenda: Town Vendor Warrant $1,909,219.59, School Vendor Warrant $1,332,832.22, and other warrants

The Mansfield Select Board approved the 250th Committee's 2025 events schedule, 2025 license renewals for several businesses, and reappointments to town committees. They also supported all 18 Special Town Meeting warrant articles, referred a Gilbert Street property right-of-first-refusal decision to town boards, and discussed a budget shortfall of about $3 million after using reserves. The board accepted a donated historic fire boat and approved multiple payroll warrants.

• Approved 250th Committee 2025 events schedule (4-0)
• Approved 2025 license renewals for Envision Hotel, Great Woods Pizza, Providence Bagel, Fairfield Inn (4-0)
• Reappointed Jack Cooney, Lorilee Fish, Rebecca Foster, Matthew Pauliks to committees (4-0)
• Appointed Diana Bren to Superintendent Search Committee (4-0)
• Approved and signed Special Town Meeting Warrant (4-0)
• Supported Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles 1-18 (4-0)
• Referred Gilbert Street property right-of-first-refusal to boards for study (4-0)
• Accepted donated fire boat from retired firefighter (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and approve tax warrants for real estate and personal property for FY 2025. The board will also address motor vehicle abatements and the 2024 excise tax commitment.

• FY 2025 Actual Real Estate Tax Warrant
• FY 2025 Actual Personal Property Tax Warrant
• 2024 Excise Tax Commitment
• Weekly motor vehicle abatements
• FY 2025 pilot program letter to Mansfield Housing Authority

The Board of Assessors approved the FY 2025 Actual Real Estate Tax Warrant, FY 2025 Actual Personal Property Tax Warrant, and Commitment 6 2024 Excise Tax Commitment, all by unanimous vote. They also approved weekly motor vehicle abatements and the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes. The board voted to forward a legal counsel letter about Cabot Park vacancies to the Select Board, and entered executive session to approve prior minutes.

• Approved weekly motor vehicle abatements (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commitment 6 2024 Excise Tax Commitment (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 Actual Real Estate Tax Warrant (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 Actual Personal Property Tax Warrant (unanimous)
• Forwarded Sullivan Letter on Cabot Park to Select Board (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to approve previous executive session minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider five different applications for variances and plan changes. These requests involve residential setbacks, a commercial propane filling station, and industrial site modifications.

• GE Supply, LLC request for a variance to add a propane filling station at 65 Copeland Drive
• Future Foam, Inc. request for a plan change to add a driveway and loading zone at 47 Maple Street
• Variance request for 14 Fram Drive regarding distance between structures (36’2” instead of 40’)
• Variance request for 1108 School Street regarding side yard setback (21.6’ instead of 25’)
• Variance request for 296 Balcom Street regarding front yard (63.8’ instead of 75’) and side yard setbacks

The Mansfield Zoning Board of Appeals approved variances for properties at 1108 School Street, 65 Copeland Drive, and 296 Balcom Street, and continued a hearing for 14 Fram Drive. The board also approved a plan modification for Future Foam at 47 Maple Street, adding conditions on hours, screening, and lighting. All votes were recorded as passed, with some split votes.

• Approved variance for side yard setback at 1108 School Street (4-0)
• Approved variance for propane filling station at 65 Copeland Drive (4-0)
• Approved variance for scenic road and side yard setbacks at 296 Balcom Street (5-0)
• Continued hearing for 14 Fram Drive to February 25, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Future Foam plan modification with conditions (3-2)
• Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 (4-0)

SRPEDD

The Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization (SMMPO) will discuss and potentially vote on releasing a list of regional transportation resilience projects for public comment, and consider an administrative modification to the FFY2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) that shifts $2,186,700 for the Blue Lane Connector project from FFY2024 to FFY2025. The board will also hear a presentation on a Phase 1 Evacuation Route Study and vote to adopt a collector road classification for the Mansfield Transit Oriented Development Parkway Connector. Additionally, a resolution to adopt an alternate method of meeting notice via the website requires a roll-call vote.

• FFY2025-2029 TIP modification for project S13141 Southeastern MA NEW BEDFORD- BLUE LANE CONNECTOR (RAISE) — $2,186,700 total ($1,749,360 federal / $437,340 non-federal), moved from FFY2024 to FFY2025
• Possible vote to release SMMPO-region transportation resilience projects list for 30-day public comment period (for Statewide Resilience Improvement Plan and PROTECT Grant)
• Evacuation Route Study Phase 1 presentation
• Resolution to adopt alternate meeting notice method (website) – roll-call vote needed
• Adoption of Mansfield Transit Oriented Development Parkway Connector collector road classification – roll-call vote needed

Board of Health

The Mansfield Board of Health will discuss the Opioid Abatement Settlement Forum and Survey, consider a suspended permit resolution for Tattoo Jar, and review the Envision Hotel 2025 permit. The board will also get updates on FDA Voluntary Retail Standards, public health nursing reports, and department grants. An executive session is planned for litigation strategy on a tenant/landlord matter.

• Opioid Abatement Settlement Forum and Survey Discussion
• Envision Hotel 2025 Permit Discussion
• Tattoo Jar suspended permit resolution
• Update of FDA Voluntary Retail Standards
• Board of Health to enter Executive Session for litigation strategy on tenant/landlord matter

The Board of Health approved the 2025 pool permit for the Envision Hotel, requiring a CPO consultant on site every other day, at least two certified pool operators, and weekly reporting to the Health Department. The decision followed an inspection that found a broken pump and expired testing equipment. The board also approved meeting minutes and entered executive session to discuss litigation.

• Approved 2025 Envision Hotel pool permit with conditions (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved October 10, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved October 24, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Entered executive session for litigation strategy (3-0)

Housing Authority

The Mansfield Housing Authority will review financial reports and approve monthly warrants. The board is deciding on a new electrical contract and change orders for siding and kitchen projects.

• Approval of Warrant #439 for November 2024 in the amount of $541,773.74
• Contract award to HUB Electric, Inc. for Bicentennial Kitchen Electrical Improvements Project #167118 for $57,940.00
• Change Order #4 and #5 for Project #167102 Siding Replacement at Park Street
• Change Order #1 for Project #167107 Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Replacement
• Approval to carryover accrued vacation time exceeding personnel policy

The Mansfield Housing Authority approved all agenda items unanimously (5-0), including a $57,940 contract for the Bicentennial Kitchen Electrical Improvement Project, two change orders for the Park Street siding replacement, and vacation time carryovers for staff. The board also approved the November warrant, minutes, and financial reports. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Warrant #439 for November 2024, $541,773.74 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 6, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted Executive Director and Resident Service Coordinator's November 2024 report (5-0)
• Approved balance sheets and financial reports as of October 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Awarded Bicentennial Kitchen Electrical Improvement Project #167118 to HUB Electric, Inc., $57,940.00 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #4 for Park Street siding replacement (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #5 for Park Street siding replacement, not to exceed $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved vacation carryover: 114.84 hours for Andrea McDougall, 29.33 hours for Robert Jeffrey (5-0)

Joint Transportation Planning Group (JTPG)

The Joint Transportation Planning Group will review the 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program and an evacuation route study. The group may vote to recommend a list of regional transportation resilience projects for public comment. Members will also address administrative modifications to project programming.

• Presentation on 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) projects
• Evacuation Route Study Phase 1 presentation
• Vote to recommend SMMPO-region resilience projects for the Statewide Resilience Improvement Plan
• Administrative modification for New Bedford-Blue Lane Connector (RAISE) totaling $2,186,700
• Resolution to adopt alternate method of meeting notice via website

SRPEDD

The SRPEDD Commission will receive a presentation on the South Coast Bikeway's status and outlook. The body will also conduct a second reading of bylaw reviews and discuss Open Meeting Law considerations.

• Presentation on South Coast Bikeway status by South Coast Bikeway Alliance and Friends of the Mattapoisett Rail Trail
• Second reading of Bylaw Review update
• Discussion on Open Meeting Law (OML) considerations
• Report on Priority Development and Priority Protection Areas initiative
• Environmental Program update including MEPA report

Planning Board

The Mansfield Planning Board will conduct a continued public hearing on four proposed zoning bylaw amendments, including one to align with a new state law on accessory dwelling units effective February 2025. The board also will hear continued public hearings for a driveway connection at 900 So. Main St. and a new water treatment plant at 250 Balcom Street, and discuss a layout alteration of School Street for an upcoming Town Meeting.

• Public hearing on zoning amendments: Accessory Dwelling Units, R2 District change, R1/R2 frontage requirements, sewer waiver for over-55 facilities
• Continued public hearing for NES Group, Inc. modification of special permit at 900 So. Main St. for driveway connection
• Continued public hearing for City of Attleboro Water Dept. special permit and site plan approval for new water treatment plant at 250 Balcom Street
• DPW Director to request Planning Board recommendation on layout alteration of School Street for Jan. 9, 2025 Special Town Meeting
• Discussion of definitive subdivision 19 Knight Way tripartite agreement and site plans for signatures

The Mansfield Planning Board approved a special permit modification for a driveway connection at 900 S. Main Street (6-0) and approved a special permit and site plan for a new water treatment plant at 250 Balcom Street (7-0). The Board also recommended approval of four zoning bylaw amendments for the January 2025 Special Town Meeting, including changes to ADU regulations, an R2 district map change, frontage requirements, and a sewer waiver for 55+ facilities.

• Approved special permit modification for driveway connection at 900 S. Main Street (6-0)
• Approved special permit and site plan for water treatment plant at 250 Balcom Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of ADU bylaw amendment (8-0)
• Recommended approval of R2 district map change (8-0)
• Recommended approval of frontage and lot width requirements amendment (8-0)
• Recommended approval of sewer waiver for 55+ facilities (8-0)
• Recommended acceptance of School Street easement (7-0)
• Appointed Sharon Friedman to Open Space & Recreation Committee (8-0)

Keep Mansfield Beautiful

The Keep Mansfield Beautiful committee will meet to discuss various town beautification and maintenance efforts. The agenda focuses on mural updates, cleanup initiatives, and community adoption programs.

• Mural Refresh
• 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Up’s
• Flower Barrels and Painted Barrels
• Adopt-a Spot and Adopt-A-Street programs
• Monthly Litter Cleanup Crew

The Keep Mansfield Beautiful Committee approved directing $5,000 of the remaining $8,000 mural project budget to fund additional art and a full mural refurbish, with the remaining $3,000 available for touch-up work and possible new artwork for the town's 250th anniversary. The committee also set a tentative date of Saturday, April 26, 2025, for the spring cleanup event and discussed several program updates. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved directing $5,000 of mural funds to full mural refurbish
• Set tentative 2025 Spring Cleanup date for Saturday, April 26, 2025
• Approved minutes from November 21, 2024 meeting
• Approved letter to Select Board seeking additional board members/alternates

Community Service Awards Comm.

The Community Service Awards Committee will meet on December 11, 2024 to consider approval of the November 21, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss nominations for the 2024 awards, as well as nominations from 2022 and 2023 that were not previously awarded. No votes on awards are scheduled; the meeting is focused on review and discussion.

• Consideration to approve meeting minutes from November 21, 2024
• Discussion and review of nominations received for 2024
• Discussion and review of un-awarded nominations from 2022 and 2023

The Community Service Awards Committee selected recipients for the 2024 Youth, Adult, and Lifetime Community Service Awards, all by unanimous votes. They also requested the Select Board issue a proclamation for a youth nominee who was not selected. The meeting was procedural and focused on award nominations.

• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Requested Select Board proclamation for 2024-Youth 2 (5-0)
• Awarded 2024 Youth Community Service Award to 2024-Youth 1 (5-0)
• Nominated 2024-Adult 3 for 2024 Adult Community Service Award (5-0)
• Nominated 2024/2023-L1 for 2024 Lifetime Community Service Award (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:21 PM (4-0)

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee is meeting to review and discuss options for the FY 26 budget. The committee will also plan the agenda for a future Tri-Board meeting.

• Review and discussion of FY 26 Budget Options
• Planning for Tri-Board Meeting agenda

The Budget Subcommittee reviewed the preliminary FY26 budget, which faces a $4.9M shortfall. They discussed options including using reserves, budget reductions, or an override, and noted that a $5M override would cost the average homeowner $529 annually. No formal decisions were made; the committee plans to continue discussions at the Tri-Board meeting on December 19.

• Reviewed FY26 preliminary budget with $4.9M shortfall
• Discussed using stabilization funds, budget reductions, or override
• Noted $5M override would add $529 to average tax bill
• No formal votes taken; meeting adjourned

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hear reports from the secretary, treasurer, and librarian, receive a budget meeting update, and vote on an updated bulletin board policy.

• Vote on updated bulletin board policy
• Budget meeting update discussion
• Treasurer's report
• Librarian's report

The Mansfield Public Library Board of Trustees approved a revised bulletin board policy and voted to close the library on two dates in 2025 for town anniversary events. The board also accepted the November minutes and treasurer's report. Trustee Debbie Gordy was recognized at her last meeting.

• Adopted revised bulletin board policy (unanimous)
• Approved closing library on May 17 and August 23, 2025 for town 250th anniversary events (unanimous)
• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's report (unanimous)

Industrial & Development Commission

The Industrial Development Commission will receive a budget update from the town manager, review the Sign and Facade Program, and discuss public relations and marketing efforts. The meeting also includes a discussion on IDC membership and approval of prior minutes. No votes on specific projects or expenditures are listed.

• Budget update and fiscal outlook from Town Manager
• Sign and Facade Program update
• Public Relations and Town Marketing update
• IDC Membership discussion

The Industrial Development Commission met on December 10, 2024, and heard from Town Manager Kevin Dumas about an expected general fund shortfall for 2025-2026, driven by insurance and pension costs, making new positions infeasible. The commission discussed the Sign and Facade program, which will have $50,000 allotted for the next fiscal year, and agreed to review the application in January. No substantive decisions were made beyond adopting prior minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Adopted October 10, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Agreed to review Sign and Facade program application in January
• Set next meeting for January 9, 2025
• Adjourned at 7:30 PM (4-0)

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will discuss and vote on a field trip for MHS Percussion to Dayton, OH. They will consider the composition and charge of the Superintendent Search Committee and hold a working session on the search timeline. A discussion on the FY26 budget is also scheduled.

• Consideration and vote on field trip: MHS Percussion to Dayton, OH
• Consideration of Superintendent Search Committee composition
• Consideration of Superintendent Search Committee charge
• Working session on search timeline and tasks
• FY26 Budget Discussion

The Mansfield School Committee approved the charge and composition of the Superintendent Search Advisory Committee, appointing Steve Schoonveld and Lynn Cavicchi as co-chairs. The committee also approved a field trip for MHS Percussion to Dayton, OH, with the departure time adjusted to 6:00 AM to comply with policy. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved MHS Percussion field trip to Dayton, OH (5-0)
• Approved Charge of the Superintendent Search Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Steve Schoonveld and Lynn Cavicchi as co-chairs of the search committee (5-0)
• Approved composition of the Superintendent Search Advisory Committee, with co-chairs to choose replacements if needed (5-0)

School Committee

The School Committee will hold a workshop to determine the composition and charge of the superintendent search committee. The body will also conduct a working session on the search timeline and discuss the FY26 budget.

• Vote on MHS Percussion field trip to Dayton, OH
• Vote on Superintendent Search Committee composition
• Vote on Superintendent Search Committee charge
• FY26 Budget discussion

Keep Mansfield Beautiful

This meeting agenda for Keep Mansfield Beautiful contains only procedural boilerplate, with no specific agenda items such as proposals, contracts, or public hearings. The only listed business is a placeholder for items not anticipated 48 hours prior. A next meeting is scheduled for December 11, 2024.

Town-School Needs Assessment Committee

The Town-School Needs Assessment Committee will discuss and consider ranking the top five priority projects for both the school and town. They will also vote to approve minutes from the August 19, 2024 meeting. The agenda contains one substantive item alongside procedural matters.

• Discussion and consideration to rank top five projects for school and town
• Consideration to approve August 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Bristol County Advisory Board

The Bristol County Advisory Board will consider approving a Memorandum of Agreement with Teamsters Union Local 59 covering county employees from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. The agreement includes a 2.5% wage increase and a one-time $500 stipend for employees not receiving a step increase. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom.

• Motion to approve Teamsters Union Local 59 Memorandum of Agreement: 2.5% wage increase for FY2025 and $500 stipend for eligible employees.

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvements Committee will meet virtually on December 5, 2024. They will approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss which capital improvement projects to bring forward for a vote at the January 9th Special Town Meeting. They will also discuss funding mechanisms for the Capital Improvement Program going forward.

• Review and approve minutes from April 8, 2024 and October 7, 2024
• Discussion on which CIP items to bring forward for Town Meeting Vote at January 9th Special Town Meeting
• Discussion on funding mechanisms for CIP going forward

The Capital Improvements Program Committee unanimously approved a reduced list of capital projects to bring to the January 9 Special Town Meeting, prioritizing items like DPW pump replacement, police cruisers M8/M9, fire department vehicles, and school projects while delaying others due to budget constraints and potential override optics. The plan leaves about $1.4 million in Free Cash. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes of April 8 and October 7, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended scaled-back CIP plan for Jan. 9 Town Meeting (5-0)
• Prioritized DPW pump replacement under Route 106
• Delayed public buildings energy management wiring
• Delayed Fisher Richardson House roof replacement
• Approved police cruiser replacements M8 and M9
• Approved fire department Deputy Chief vehicle and ambulance replacement
• Approved school projects including special education bus, lighting, chiller, HVAC, generator, paving

250th Celebration Committee

The 250th Celebration Committee will receive reports from advisory committees on fundraising, merchandise, fireworks, and proposed events for the town's 250th anniversary. They are set to discuss and potentially vote on merchandise items, a fireworks RFQ, and event applications for a parade, airport event, and tree planting. The committee will also consider a January open house and set future meeting dates.

• Vote on merchandise items for the 250th celebration
• Fireworks RFQ discussion and consideration
• May 2025 Parade Application to Select Board
• June 2025 Airport Event Application to Select Board
• Tree Planting Proposal for 2025, application to School Committee

Mansfield High School - School Council

The Mansfield High School School Council will meet on December 4, 2024, to review and approve prior meeting minutes, discuss the ongoing superintendent search, consider updates to the student handbook, and refine the school's Vision of a Graduate. These discussions cover key administrative and educational priorities for the school.

• Review and approval of meeting minutes from October 30, 2024
• Discussion of the superintendent search process
• Consideration of handbook revisions
• Work on the Vision of a Graduate statement

Select Board

The Mansfield Select Board will hold a regular meeting on December 4, 2024. They will discuss the general budget for fiscal years, consider appointments to the Conservation Commission and other boards, and vote on the renewal of over 40 annual licenses for restaurants, liquor stores, and auto dealers. The board will also receive updates from the Building, Parks and Recreation, and Planning departments, and hear the Town Manager's report on topics including the cannabis commission, water connection, and police accreditation.

• Discussion and consideration of FY budget (general budget discussion)
• Appointment of Michael See, Laura Konick, Jason Comeau, and Aaron Roth to the Conservation Commission (2 vacancies)
• Renewal of 2025 licenses including for Quan's Kitchen, Alba Restaurant, Bertucci's, Buffalo Wild Wings, and over 40 others
• Approval of vendor warrants totaling $750,853.22, $1,553,561.61, $693,308.88, and others, plus payroll warrants over $3.9 million
• Master Plan update with the Planning Board

The Mansfield Select Board approved the 2025 license renewals for over 40 businesses, including restaurants, liquor stores, and auto dealers, pending routing through town departments. The board also appointed Aaron Roth and Laura Konick to the Conservation Commission, extended Open Space and Recreation Committee terms from one to three years, and reappointed numerous board and committee members. All votes passed 4-0 except the school payroll warrant, which passed 3-0-1 with one abstention.

• Approved 2025 license renewals for 40+ businesses (4-0)
• Appointed Aaron Roth and Laura Konick to Conservation Commission (4-0)
• Extended OSRC member terms from one to three years (4-0)
• Appointed James Taylor to Mansfield Housing Corporation (4-0)
• Reappointed 16 board/committee members, including constables and commissioners (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $3.18M (4-0)
• Approved town payroll warrants totaling $3.91M (4-0, one 3-0-1)
• Appointed Walter Wilk to Audit Committee for December 2024 meeting (4-0)

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss the superintendent search process, including the job description, search committee composition, and stakeholder survey. New business includes votes on proposed FY26 school-based fees, facilities fee structure, initial budget, and a capital improvement plan for Town Meeting. The meeting begins with a closed executive session on collective bargaining strategy.

• Consideration of superintendent job description and search committee composition (vote)
• Presentation and consideration of proposed FY26 school-based fees (vote)
• Presentation and consideration of proposed FY26 facilities fee structure (vote)
• Presentation and acceptance of initial proposed FY26 school budget (vote)
• Presentation and consideration of proposed capital improvement plan for Town Meeting (vote)

Jordan Jackson School Council

The Jordan/Jackson School Council will meet in person on December 3, 2024 to review minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the 2024-2025 Student Handbook. Members will provide feedback and consider proposed revisions for the 2025-2026 school year. The next meeting is scheduled for February 4, 2025.

• Review of minutes from October 15, 2024 School Council meeting
• Discussion and feedback on the 2024-2025 Student Handbook
• Proposed revisions to the handbook for the 2025-2026 school year
• Next meeting date set for February 4, 2025

Mansfield Local Cultural Council

The Mansfield Local Cultural Council will meet to review and vote on received grant applications. The meeting includes a call to order and roll call. The next meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2025.

• Review and vote on received grant applications

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will discuss and consider approving the minutes from its October 15 meeting. Members will review communications received from town departments and discuss next steps in the audit process related to Mansfield's communication practices.

• Discussion and consideration to approve October 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of communications from town departments
• Discussion of next steps in the audit process as it relates to Mansfield communication practices

Recreation Commission

The Mansfield Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to approve October meeting minutes, receive updates on the Memorial Park Master Plan Study and the 250th Celebration Committee, and discuss new business including a proposed proof-of-residency requirement for Winter I registration. The commission will also review and approve 2025 field/facility applications.

• Review and approval of 2025 Field/Facility Application
• Consideration of requiring proof of residency for Winter I registration
• Update on Memorial Park Master Plan Study
• Update from Linda McCabe on 250th Celebration Committee
• Tree Lighting Ceremony scheduled for December 1 at 4:00pm on South Common

The Mansfield Recreation Commission approved the updated Fields and Facilities Reservation application with amended wording about non-compliance consequences. No other substantive decisions were made; most old business items had no updates, and new business was discussion only.

• Approved October 29, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Fields and Facilities Reservation application as amended (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Mansfield Local Cultural Council

The Local Cultural Council will meet to review and vote on received grant applications. The meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2024, at Town Hall.

• Review and vote on received grant applications

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several residential requests for determinations of applicability and orders of conditions. The body will also continue discussion on a proposal by the City of Attleboro for a municipal water treatment plant.

• Notice of Intent for a municipal water treatment plant at 250 Balcom Street
• RDA for deck, addition, and pool at 721 East Street
• RDA for house addition and deck at 11 Dimascio Drive
• Request to Amend Order of Conditions for 889 Maple Street to reclassify a stream from Perennial to Intermittent
• Request for Order of Conditions and Certificate of Compliance for a dwelling at 18 Columbine Road

Downtown Comm.

The Mansfield Downtown Committee will meet on November 25, 2024, to discuss and receive updates on several downtown projects, including security cameras at Harry Chase Place, a mural project, pedestrian footbridge signage at the train station, tree removal at Fulton Pond, and the former fire station. The agenda also includes a vape shop waste container and a town-wide memorial tree inventory with plaques.

• Harry Chase Place security cameras
• Mural Project update
• Pedestrian footbridge signage at train station to/from downtown
• Fulton Pond tree removal
• Former fire station update

Airport Commission

The Mansfield Airport Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several operational items. Key topics include approval of meeting minutes, new business regarding Hangar 12 and the telecom room, and reports on safety, airport management (night restrictions), and engineering (runway permitting, wildlife study). The commission will also enter executive session to consider real property matters.

• Discussion of Hangar 12 (new business and correspondence)
• Review of Night Restrictions Flight under Airport Manager's Report
• Runway Permitting and Wildlife Hazard Study under Airport Engineer's Report
• Treasurer's report on the 2026 Budget
• Old Business: Unconstrained list for MassDOT

The Mansfield Airport Commission approved submitting a warrant item to transfer $93,000 from the Airport Enterprise Fund's retained earnings to its reserve fund for upcoming non-budgeted expenses. They also approved monthly expenses of $50,345.38 and minutes from prior meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were reports and discussions.

• Approved submitting $93,000 transfer from Retained Earnings to Reserve Fund for Dec 9 Special Town Meeting (5-0)
• Approved payment of $50,345.38 for monthly expenses (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 29, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 21, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Entered Executive Session (5-0)
• Adjourned at approximately 7:45 pm (5-0)

School Committee

The School Committee meeting scheduled for November 21, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda had included a potential vote on a superintendent search consultant and a discussion on search next steps.

• Consideration of a superintendent search consultant

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will open the meeting, approve prior minutes, and receive financial updates including FY25 status and FY26 scenarios alongside Capital Improvement Plan planning. The agenda includes a discussion with Department of Public Works Operations Manager Mike Ahern and a final review of a policy recommendation. Community questions and committee business items are also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from September 19th
• FY25 financial update
• FY26 scenarios and CIP planning
• Discussion with DPW Operations Manager Mike Ahern
• Policy recommendation final review

Keep Mansfield Beautiful

The committee will review the 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Up events, flower and painted barrel programs, and adoption initiatives. They will also discuss mural refresh and monthly litter cleanup efforts. No votes or dollar amounts are noted on this agenda.

• Mural refresh discussion
• Review of 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Up events
• Flower barrel and painted barrel program updates
• Adopt-a-Spot and Adopt-A-Street program status
• Monthly litter cleanup crew plans

Community Service Awards Comm.

This committee will consider approving minutes from its last meeting in December 2023. The main discussion will focus on reviewing the Community Service Awards process and outlining next steps. A future meeting date will also be set.

• Consider approval of meeting minutes from December 11, 2023
• Review of the Community Service Awards Process and discussion of next steps
• Establishment of next meeting date

Animal Welfare Committee

The Mansfield Animal Welfare Committee meeting scheduled for November 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the draft warrant for a Special Town Meeting scheduled for January 9, 2025. The board is also considering various 2025 business license renewals and an intermunicipal agreement with the City of Attleboro.

• Review of Special Town Meeting Warrant with a proposed closing date of December 4, 2024
• 2025 license renewals for multiple businesses including Station Chrysler Jeep, Cava Mezze Grill, and Wendy's
• Intermunicipal Agreement between the Town of Mansfield and the City of Attleboro
• Town Vendor Warrant No. 25021T for $328,617.35 and No. 25020T for $196,010.47
• School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 2519PS in the amount of $2,310,579.24

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and approve weekly motor vehicle abatements, previous meeting minutes, and a warrant to the collector for motor vehicle excise. The board will also enter executive session to discuss exemptions under state law. The agenda consists of routine procedural items with no specific financial amounts or project names disclosed.

• Review and approval of weekly motor vehicle abatements
• Review and approve previous meeting minutes
• Review and approve Warrant to Collector for Motor Vehicle Excise
• Executive session to discuss exemptions per G.L.c. 59 Section 60

Light Commissioners

The Municipal Electric Commission will discuss two proposed modifications to its 2025 rebate program: adjustments to the Connected Homes rebate incentive for Nest thermostats and the addition of a rebate for ground-source heat pumps. The commission may vote to approve these changes. The meeting also includes a general manager's report and public comment.

• Consider approval of adjustment to the Connected Homes rebate incentive program for 2025 regarding Nest thermostats
• Consider approval of adding a rebate for Ground-Source Heat Pumps to the 2025 rebate program

Light Commissioners

The Municipal Electric Commission will consider two memos from staff proposing adjustments to the 2025 residential rebate program. One memo recommends changes to the Connected Homes rebate incentive for Nest thermostats; the other proposes adding a rebate for ground-source heat pumps. The commission may vote on both items. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Review of L. Anderson memo on adjusting the Connected Homes rebate incentive for Nest thermostats in 2025
• Review of J. Sollecito memo on adding a ground-source heat pump rebate to the 2025 program
• Citizens Questions & Comments

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Attorney Kevin S. Freytag on behalf of several residents contesting the Building Inspector's grant of a building permit for a 16,800-square-foot facility with 32 parking spaces at 19 Knight Way in the Residential 1 (R1) Zone. The board will also review its Rules & Regulations document. The meeting includes approval of minutes from October 15, 2024.

• Public hearing on appeal of building permit for 16,800 sq ft facility with 32 parking spaces at 19 Knight Way in R1 Zone
• Review of ZBA Rules & Regulations document
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 15, 2024

Bristol County PHEO EC

The Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Executive Committee meets to approve minutes, receive updates on a training needs assessment and workshop proposal, review the budget, and discuss a potential leadership change. The agenda also includes planner updates on WebEOC training compliance, conference attendance, and tabletop exercises.

• Discussion of Executive Committee Leadership Change
• Update on Training Needs Assessment & Workshop Proposal
• Budget Review & Updates
• WebEOC training & drill compliance update
• Mass Maritime Tabletop Exercise update

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will review and potentially vote on bids for a superintendent search consultant, and discuss next steps in the search process. They will also consider new business regarding public use of school facilities. A 15-minute public speak period is scheduled at the start.

• Review of bids and consideration of a superintendent search consultant (discuss/vote)
• Discussion regarding next steps in the superintendent search
• New business: public use of Mansfield Public Schools facilities

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee Budget Subcommittee will review proposed fee changes, discuss reductions to the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and examine the district's Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of the budget narrative. No decisions are finalized at this subcommittee level.

• Approval of minutes from September 5, 2024
• Review of proposed fee changes
• Discussion regarding CIP reductions
• Review of District FY26 Budget Proposal
• Discussion regarding budget narrative

Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition Mtg.

The Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition is meeting to review and approve minutes, receive updates on a recent drill and a tabletop exercise, discuss budget modifications, and hear state updates. The meeting focuses on regional coordination and emergency preparedness planning among member communities.

• Review of September drill data and WebEOC
• Mass Maritime Tabletop Exercise (TTX) update
• Public Health Emergency Response Framework Workshop update
• Budget updates/modifications presented by financial manager
• Joint Training Needs Assessment update from HMCC Program Manager

Council on Aging Board

The Mansfield Council on Aging Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss updates from the Friends of COA, approve minutes, and receive treasurer and director reports. Old business includes planning for the 250th Anniversary trolley and new furniture updates. New business covers a holiday gift for the Friends Holiday Party on December 13 and the Age Friendly Community process.

• Holiday gift planning for Friends Holiday Party on Dec 13
• Age Friendly Community process discussion
• 250th Anniversary trolley update
• New furniture update for senior center

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board will meet on November 19, 2024 at 255 Hope Street. Items include updates from the Friends of COA, approval of past minutes, treasurer's report, and director's report on upcoming programs. Old business covers the 250th Anniversary trolley project and new furniture update. New business includes a holiday gift for the Friends holiday party on December 13th and discussion of the Age Friendly Community process.

• Friends of COA Update by Marie Grygienc
• 250 Anniversary-Trolley project (old business)
• New Furniture Update
• Holiday Gift for Friends Holiday Party Dec 13th
• Age Friendly Community Process discussion

Mansfield Local Cultural Council

The Mansfield Local Cultural Council will hold a regular meeting on November 18, 2024, to discuss the 2024 Grant Cycle and schedule additional meeting dates for grant approval. Routine reports from the secretary and treasurer will be presented, along with an update from the 250th Anniversary Committee.

• Discussion of Grant Cycle 2024
• Setting meeting dates for grant approval
• Update from the 250th Anniversary Committee
• Secretary's Report
• Treasurer's Report

Budget Subcommittee

The Mansfield Budget Subcommittee will meet to discuss FY26 budget scenarios, capital improvement plan (CIP) funding, and a multi-year financial analysis. They will also consider the amount and timeframe for a potential tax override, review the spring calendar, and plan upcoming December meetings. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and is focused on discussion, not final votes.

• Discussion of FY26 budget scenarios and multi-year analysis
• CIP funding scenarios and capital planning
• Override amount and timeframe discussion
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 22, 2024
• Planning for December Tri Board and Budget Subcommittee meetings

School Committee

The Facilities Subcommittee will discuss proposed changes to facility usage fees and related policies for community use of school facilities. They will also approve minutes from the October 11, 2024 meeting. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Approval of minutes from October 11, 2024
• Discussion of facility usage fees for community use
• Review of policy KF Use of School Facilities
• Review of policy KFR-1 Provisions for Community Use of School Facilities
• Review of policy KFR-2 Charges for Community Use of School Facilities

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from October 3 and review a long list of school policies, including those on background checks (CORI), bullying, interrogation and arrest of students, police relations, homeless students, military children, foster care, allergies, head injury, medication administration, student health services, physical exams, communicable diseases, confidentiality, safety, solicitations, student records, photographs, community use of facilities, gifts, and revolving accounts. These are discussion items only; no votes are scheduled.

• Approval of subcommittee minutes from October 3, 2024
• Review of ADDA Background Checks (CORI) and ADDA-R (DCJIS)
• Review of JICFB Bullying policy and JICFB-R Bullying Prevention Plan
• Review of JIH Interrogation and Arrest of Students and JIHA Locker Policy
• Review of KLG Relations with Police Officers

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a regular meeting on November 13, 2024. New business includes a discussion on meeting room use. Old business consists of reports from the Secretary, Treasurer, and Librarian. The board will also receive an update on the FY25 Action Plan. The agenda is largely procedural with no votes or specific proposals listed.

• Meeting Room Discussion (new business)
• Secretary’s report
• Treasurer’s report
• Librarian’s report
• Update on FY25 Action Plan

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee will discuss budget planning for the town and schools, including potential override options for amount and years. The committee will also discuss the spring election and town meeting timeline, and set the agenda for a Tri-Board meeting.

• Discussion and consideration to approve meeting minutes from Sept 11 and Sept 19, 2024
• Budget planning update for town and schools
• Discussion of override options (amount and years)
• Discussion of spring election and town meeting timeline with committee action items
• Agenda setting for 11/18 Tri-Board Meeting

SRPEDD

The Joint Transportation Planning Group will meet on November 13, 2024 to receive updates on regional transit authorities, the Route 24 & 140 interchange project, and South Coast Rail. A key item is a presentation on the 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) projects. The meeting also includes public comments and member discussion.

• MassDOT update on Route 24 & Route 140 Interchange Project
• South Coast Rail updates
• Presentation on 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Projects
• Regional Transit Authorities report
• Community of Practice discussion

Planning Board

The Mansfield Planning Board will hold a public hearing on four proposed zoning bylaw amendments, including one to comply with the new state ADU law effective February 2, 2025. The Board also has continued public hearings for a driveway connection at 900 S. Main Street and a new water treatment plant at 250 Balcom Street. Other agenda items include informal discussions on a kennel/dog daycare at 600 S. Main Street and signatures for a subdivision at 19 Knight Way.

• Public hearing on Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw amendment to comply with state law
• Continued public hearing for a water treatment plant at 250 Balcom Street (City of Attleboro)
• Continued public hearing for a driveway connection at 900 S. Main Street (IBEW Local 104)
• Informal discussion on adaptive reuse of 600 S. Main Street for a kennel/dog daycare
• Proposed zoning amendments for R2 district changes, frontage/lot width, and sewer waiver for 55+ and assisted living

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will consider appointing Saravanan Karuppusamy to the Audit Committee, review a policy revision on tobacco and smoking on school grounds, and vote on a field trip for the MHS baseball team to Maryland and Washington, D.C. Administrative reports include a Q1 financial update and an update on the MCAS graduation requirement ballot question. The committee will also discuss the superintendent search process and FY26 budget.

• Consideration of Saravanan Karuppusamy to serve on Audit Committee for a two-year term
• Discussion of superintendent search process
• Discussion of FY26 budget
• Policy revision: ADC Tobacco and Smoking on School Grounds
• Approval of MHS Baseball field trip to Maryland and Washington, D.C.

School Committee

The School Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board to consider appointing Saravanan Karuppusamy to the Audit Committee. Administrative reports include a Q1 financial update and updates on a time capsule, personnel, and an MCAS graduation requirement ballot question. The committee will vote on a field trip for MHS baseball, student activities account balances, superintendent goals, and a policy revision on tobacco and smoking on school grounds. Discussions are scheduled on the superintendent search process and the FY26 budget.

• Joint consideration of Saravanan Karuppusamy to serve on the Audit Committee for a term through June 30, 2026
• Vote on MHS Baseball team field trip to Maryland and Washington, D.C.
• Vote on Policy ADC: Tobacco and Smoking on School Grounds
• Discussion of superintendent search process
• Discussion of FY26 budget

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a brief meeting before attending the School Committee meeting. The board will discuss and consider appointing Saravanan Karuppusamy to the Audit Committee. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Discussion and consideration to appoint Saravanan Karuppusamy to the Audit Committee

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will meet November 12, 2024, in person and virtually. Key actions include deciding on a superintendent search consultant, approving field trips for the MHS baseball team, and revising the tobacco/smoking policy. Administrative reports will cover a financial update and an MCAS graduation requirement ballot question update.

• Consideration of Saravanan Karuppusamy to serve on the Audit Committee (joint with Select Board)
• Consideration and vote on selection of a superintendent search consultant
• Consideration of field trip for MHS baseball team to Maryland and Washington, D.C.
• Review and approval of student activity accounts, including maximum checking balances, account closures, and new accounts
• Policy revision on tobacco and smoking on school grounds (ADC)

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss and vote on selecting a consultant to lead the superintendent search, establish a search committee, and determine the search timeline and process. Public comment is scheduled for fifteen minutes at the start of the meeting.

• Consideration and vote on selecting a superintendent search consultant
• Discussion of search timeline, process, and focus groups
• Consideration and vote on establishing the search committee
• Consideration and vote on school committee representatives to the search committee

Housing Authority

The Mansfield Housing Authority will vote on the 2025 fiscal year budget as presented by the fee accountant and approve warrant #438 for October 2024 totaling $470,986.15. The board will also consider the Certificate of Final Completion for parking lot and roadway repavement (Project #167093) and the proposed 2025 holiday closure schedule. Additional items include approval of prior meeting minutes, financial reports, and certifications related to salary, financial statements, and tenant lead paint notification.

• Approval of Warrant #438 for October 2024 in the amount of $470,986.15
• Approval of the 2025 FY budget as presented by the Fee Accountant
• Approval of the Certificate of Final Completion for Project #167093 (Parking Lot and Roadway Repavement)
• Approval of the Proposed 2025 Holiday Closure Schedule
• Approval and signing of certifications for salary, fiscal year-end financial statements, and tenant lead paint notification

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings regarding the FY2025 local tax levy and liquor license changes for Cheng Du Restaurant. The board will also discuss sewer rate adjustments and the emergency supply of water to the City of Attleboro.

• Public hearing to adopt FY2025 local tax levy percentages
• Discussion of sewer rate adjustments
• Proposed emergency supply of 250,000 gallons of water per day to Attleboro
• Common Victualler and Entertainment License for Sweetgreen at 280 School Street
• Town Vendor Warrant No. 25019T in the amount of $3,025,445.09

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will hold a largely procedural meeting. Items include approving October meeting minutes, reviewing communications from town departments, and discussing the next steps in an audit of Mansfield's communication practices. The committee will also set the next meeting date.

• Discussion and approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of communications from town departments
• Discussion of next steps in audit of Mansfield communication practices
• Setting of next meeting date

Mansfield High School - School Council

The Mansfield High School School Council will meet to conduct introductions and review minutes from May 15, 2024. The body will also receive updates regarding the Hornet Block and NEASC.

• Review and approval of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Hornet Block update
• NEASC update

Mansfield High School - School Council

The Mansfield High School Council will meet to approve minutes from May and receive updates on the Hornet Block schedule and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) accreditation process. No votes on budgets, policies, or contracts are scheduled.

• Review and approval of meeting minutes from May 15, 2024
• Update on Hornet Block (advisory/homeroom period)
• Update on NEASC accreditation status

Planning Board

The Dimensional Standards Compliance Analysis Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, will discuss draft zoning bylaws covering changes to the R2 district, frontage and lot width requirements for R1 and R2 districts, and a sewer waiver for assisted care and 55+ residential facilities. The group will also prepare a presentation and handouts for future steps. No final decisions are expected at this working session.

• Review draft zoning bylaw for R2 District change on the Zoning Map
• Discuss R1 and R2 District frontage requirements and lot width definition
• Consider sewer waiver for Assisted Care Retirement Facilities and Residential Facilities for Residents 55 Years of Age or Older
• Preparation of presentation and handouts for the full Planning Board
• Approve minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting

250th Celebration Committee

The Mansfield 250th Celebration Committee will review proposed events for the town's 250th anniversary, including a gala, play, speakers, air show, and more from the Culture and Arts Advisory Committee. They will also hear updates on fundraising, merchandise, and a fireworks RFQ from the Fundraising and Marketing Advisory Committee, and consider applications for the Incorporation Day Weekend 2025, a May 2025 parade, a June 2025 airport event, and a tree planting proposal. The committee may take action on items requiring approval from the Select Board or School Committee.

• Discussion of Culture and Arts Advisory Committee proposed events: gala, play, speakers, air show
• Fundraising update, merchandise updates, and fireworks RFQ from Fundraising and Marketing Advisory Committee
• Consideration of Incorporation Day Weekend 2025 application to Select Board
• Consideration of May 2025 parade application to Select Board
• Consideration of June 2025 airport event application and 2025 tree planting proposal

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will discuss objectives for the superintendent search, hear presentations from search committee representatives (NESDEC and MASC), and consider a vote to hire a consultant to lead the search. The meeting also includes discussion of next steps and general committee questions.

• Preliminary discussion of superintendent search objectives
• Presentation by NESDEC search committee representative
• Presentation by MASC search committee representative
• Consideration and potential vote to hire a consultant to lead the superintendent search
• Discussion of next steps in the search process

Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review and approve applications for 2025 field and facility use. The body will also receive updates on the Memorial Park Master Plan Study and the 250th Celebration Committee.

• Review and approval of 2025 Field/Facility Applications
• Memorial Park Master Plan Study update
• 250th Celebration Committee update
• Open Space Committee update
• Tree Lighting Ceremony scheduled for December 1 at South Common

Qualters Middle School Council

The Qualters Middle School Council will meet to elect a co-chair, receive building updates, and review high-quality instructional materials for English Language Arts and math. They will also get a preliminary budget update and discuss the school improvement plan. The council may fill a vacant member seat and schedule future meetings.

• Elect co-chair
• Building updates
• High-quality instructional materials – ELA & Math
• Preliminary budget update
• Updates on school improvement plan

Budget Subcommittee

The Mansfield Budget Subcommittee will hold discussions on insurance rates, meet with public safety departments, and review capital improvement prioritization and free cash. The meeting also includes planning for a November 13th session and approval of prior meeting minutes. No votes or final decisions are listed; items are at the discussion stage.

• Discussion of insurance rates
• Discussion with public safety departments
• CIP prioritization and free cash discussion
• Update on town and school budget process
• Planning for November 13th meeting

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee will meet to discuss insurance rates and the prioritization of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and free cash. The body will also hold discussions with Public Safety Departments and review process updates from the Town and School.

• Insurance rates discussion
• CIP prioritization and free cash discussion
• Discussion with Public Safety Departments
• Update on process from Town and School

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a continued hearing on a Notice of Intent for the City of Attleboro's proposed water treatment plant at 250 Balcom Street, including demolition of existing structures within buffer zones. They will also consider a Request for Determination of Applicability for a house addition at 311 West Street within 100 feet of an intermittent stream bank. Administrative items include discussion of potential zoning bylaw updates, a potential land donation, and updates on the Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Continued NOI for water treatment plant construction at 250 Balcom Street, including partial demolition within 100-foot buffer and 200-foot riverfront area
• RDA for Joshua Baker at 311 West Street: addition to single-family home within 100 feet of intermittent stream bank, with silt sock and evergreen planting
• Discussion of potential Zoning Bylaw Updates
• Potential Land Donation review
• Public workshop on Hazard Mitigation Plan scheduled for November 7

Select Board

The Select Board will meet virtually to discuss strategy regarding likely litigation concerning an employee matter. The board intends to enter executive session and not return to open session.

• Executive session to discuss employee litigation strategy

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to conduct a suspension hearing regarding The Tattoo Jar. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Suspension hearing: The Tattoo Jar

SRPEDD

The SRPEDD Commission will hold its regular meeting to vote on consent agenda contracts and receive committee reports. Key items include approving contracts with Westport ($13,500), Taunton ($46,354), and Fairhaven for planning services. The Commission will also receive a FY25 Q1 budget update and discuss a bylaw review update and technical assistance.

• Vote on contract with Westport not to exceed $13,500 for a Matterport scan of the former High School
• Vote on contract with Taunton not to exceed $46,354 for a Direct Economic Impacts Study for its annual Lights On Festival
• Vote on contract with Fairhaven for equitable community engagement in the MVP Plan update (amount not specified)
• Approval of July 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Finance Committee report with FY'25 Q1 budget update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a request to modify a 2017 special permit for a driveway connection at 900 So. Main Street. The board will also discuss ongoing items including Parkway/Transit Oriented Development, zoning bylaw amendments (housing, retail firearms, dimensional standards), and proposed revisions to Planning Board rules and fees.

• Continued public hearing – NES Group Inc. modification of special permit for driveway connection at 900 So. Main Street (Assessor's Plat 016, Lot 013, Reservoir District zone)
• Discussion of Parkway/Transit Oriented Development
• Zoning bylaw amendments: housing-related, retail firearms, dimensional standards
• Proposed revision to Planning Board rules requiring three-week submission deadline for town engineer plan reviews
• Letter of support for Open Space and Recreation Plan

Robinson School Council

The Robinson Elementary School Council will meet to review the school improvement plan and receive a budget update. The council also outlines its responsibilities for the 2024-2025 school year, including adopting educational goals and identifying student needs. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and planning session.

• Review of the Robinson School Improvement Plan
• Budget update for the school year
• Outlined areas of responsibility: adopting educational goals, identifying student needs, reviewing building budget, formulating improvement plan
• Future meeting dates set: Jan 22, Mar 26, Apr 30, 2025

Select Board

This Select Board meeting was cancelled. The agenda had included a vote to select special counsel for an HR matter and a call to order and adjournment.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken.
• Proposed item: Review responses and vote to select special counsel for HR matter.

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will hold an executive session on collective bargaining, then return to open session. They will hear a presentation on FY24 MCAS results and vote on a field trip for the MHS World Travel Club to the Mediterranean Coast in 2026. Informational updates on the FY26 budget and superintendent search are also scheduled.

• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy
• Presentation of FY24 MCAS results (informational)
• Vote on MHS World Travel Club field trip to Mediterranean Coast (2026)
• Update on FY26 Budget (informational)
• Update on Superintendent search process (informational)

Keep Mansfield Beautiful

The committee is reviewing ongoing beautification projects including a mural refresh, the 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Up events, and various barrel and adoption programs. They will also discuss the 'We Noticed' program and monthly litter cleanup crew. No votes or financial decisions are listed.

• Mural Refresh
• 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Up's
• Flower Barrels and Painted Barrels
• Adopt-a-Spot and Adopt-A-Street
• Monthly Litter Cleanup Crew

Airport Commission

The Mansfield Airport Commission will review and discuss several operational matters. Items include a legal update on the Briggs suit, a report on potential night flight restrictions, and updates on the airport master plan, runway permitting, and a wildlife hazard study. The commission will also consider new business regarding Hangar 12.

• Correspondence on Briggs Suit
• Night restrictions flight discussion (Airport Manager’s Report)
• Master Plan Update (Airport Engineer’s Report)
• Runway Permitting (Airport Engineer’s Report)
• Wildlife Hazard Study (Airport Engineer’s Report)

Light Commissioners

The Municipal Electric Commission will enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining and trade secrets, then consider approving minutes, a bid award for office renovations, an underground construction project on Justin Drive, and recommendations for the 2025 rebate program. The General Manager will also update the board on Eversource's bid to purchase the Chester Municipal Light Plant and proposed state environmental regulations.

• Executive session for collective bargaining with IBEW Local 104 and AFSCM Local 1702
• Office Renovations bid award from A. Jefferies of TBA Architects
• Justin Drive Underground Construction Project memo from H. Jaffari
• Recommendations for 2025 rebate program per L. Anderson memo
• Update on Eversource bid to purchase Chester Municipal Light Plant

Downtown Comm.

The meeting scheduled for October 21, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda listed discussions regarding security cameras at Harry Chase Place and a mural project.

• Harry Chase Place security cameras
• Mural Project update
• Pedestrian footbridge signage at train station
• Fulton Pond tree removal
• Former fire station update

Animal Welfare Committee

The Mansfield Animal Welfare Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and receive reports from the Animal Control Officer, on shelter cats and dogs, veterinary issues, pets in foster care, and shelter maintenance. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or policy changes are scheduled. The agenda consists entirely of informational updates and procedural items.

• Approve minutes from previous meeting
• Animal Control Officer's report
• Report on cats and dogs in shelter
• Report on pets in foster care
• Shelter maintenance issues

Planning Board

The Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADUs) Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, will meet to discuss starter homes and determine next steps. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings on October 2 and October 9, 2024.

• Discussion of starter homes zoning
• Review of next steps for the working group
• Approval of minutes from October 2 and October 9, 2024

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will receive updates on FY24 free cash and year-end items, FY25 financial report, FY26 budget process, capital improvement plan, insurance rates, and trash/recycling. They will also discuss a potential override option and review committee policies and a survey.

• FY24 free cash and year-end items update
• FY25 financial report discussion
• FY26 budget process update
• CIP (Capital Improvement Plan) update
• Override option discussion

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the 2025 goals, the Economic Development Director position, and the 2024 Xfinity Center concert season. The board will also review the Town Manager's report and hold a general budget discussion.

• Vote to refer Planning Board to conduct public hearings for Special Town Meeting zoning articles
• Town Vendor Warrants totaling $3,215,926.88, $453,166.47 and Electric Vendor Warrants totaling $2,612,615.75, $483,862.63
• School Vendor Warrant No. 25016S for $1,619,909.30
• Discussion of Mansfield Crossing new business regarding Fresh Market
• Vote to select special counsel for an HR matter

The Select Board voted 3-0 to refer zoning articles for the Special Town Meeting to the Planning Board for public hearings. The board also approved the consent agenda, including warrants and special event applications, and approved multiple payroll warrants. Several agenda items were skipped or passed over, including the Economic Development Director position and goals for 2025.

• Approved referral of zoning articles to Planning Board for Special Town Meeting hearings (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants, special events, and proclamation (3-0)
• Approved Town Payroll warrant $1,119,076.68 (3-0)
• Approved Town Deductions Vendor Payroll $349,334.27 (3-0)
• Approved School Payroll warrant $2,019,938.97 (2-0-1, Doherty abstained)
• Approved School Deductions Vendor Payroll $618,965.85 (3-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Mansfield Board of Library Trustees will hear reports from the secretary, treasurer, and librarian, then discuss an update on the FY25 Action Plan and begin discussions on the FY26 budget. No votes or decisions are specified on the agenda.

• FY26 Budget discussion under New Business
• Update on FY25 Action Plan under Old Business
• Secretary's, treasurer's, and librarian's reports

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a regular meeting to approve motor vehicle abatements and previous minutes, and discuss a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Classification for the Select Board. An executive session is scheduled to review exemptions and approve prior executive session minutes. No other major decisions are expected.

• Review and approval of weekly motor vehicle abatements
• Review and approve previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Classification presentation for the Select Board
• Executive session to review spreadsheet of exemptions under G.L.c. 30A s21(a)(7)
• Review and approve previous executive session minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mansfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three applications: two variances and one finding from zoning bylaws for proposed garages and additions with insufficient setbacks. The board will also review its rules and regulations document and amend the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Public hearing for Andrea and James McCormick – variance for new garage at 28 Sandy Hill Rd with 17.9 ft left side setback (required 30 ft)
• Public hearing for Emily Buckley – finding for second-floor addition at 136 Oak St with 28 ft front setback (required 40 ft)
• Public hearing for Tyler and Elaina Brown – variance for garage and addition at 30 Samoset Ave with side setback 5.2 ft (required 15 ft) and rear setback 5.4 ft (required 30 ft)
• Review and possible amendment of ZBA Rules & Regulations Document
• Amend 2025 calendar and approve September 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board is meeting to review reports and discuss old and new business. Key agenda items include the new COA layout and the 250th anniversary.

• New COA Layout
• 250 Anniversary
• New Hirers
• Exchanging Ideas with other COAs

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to review communications from town departments. The committee will also discuss the next steps for an audit of Mansfield's communication practices.

• Approval of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of communications from Town Departments
• Discussion of next steps in the audit process for Mansfield communication practices

Mansfield Housing Corporation

The Mansfield Housing Corporation will convene to discuss the outcome of a recent Town Meeting and identify steps that need to be taken. The agenda also includes routine reports from the treasurer and secretary, approval of minutes, and old and new business items.

• Discussion regarding Town Meeting outcome
• Steps that the board needs to take
• Treasurer's report and Secretary's report with minutes approval
• Old business and recommended new business

Jordan Jackson School Council

The council will meet to introduce members and establish roles such as Co-Chair, Recorder, and Timekeeper. The body will also provide feedback and discussion regarding the 2024-2025 School Improvement Plan initiatives.

• Introductions of members and establishment of roles/norms
• Discussion of 2024-2025 School Improvement Plan initiatives

Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition Mtg.

The Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition is meeting remotely on October 15, 2024. The sole agenda item is a WebEOC training session conducted by Felicia Balbi, the MDPH Statewide PH Coalition Coordinator. The next meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2024.

• WebEOC training led by Felicia Balbi, MDPH Statewide PH Coalition Coordinator
• Next meeting set for November 19, 2024

Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Exec. Board Mtg.

The Executive Committee will receive updates on the Health & Medical Coordinating Coalition (HMCC) budget and Department of Public Health matters. The board will review a proposal from Horsley Whitten regarding a training needs assessment and workshop planning.

• Proposal from Horsley Whitten for Training Needs Assessment & Workshop planning
• Budget Period (BP)1 updates
• Results from meeting with Mass Maritime regarding Tabletop Exercise (TTX)
• Planning updates with Professor Hawkins

School Committee

The Facilities Subcommittee is meeting to discuss facility usage fees and the J/J Roof. The body will also review facilities-related policies and water/HVAC testing cycles.

• Discussion of Facility Usage Fees
• Discussion of J/J Roof
• Discussion of facilities related policies
• Discussion of water/HVAC testing cycles

Industrial & Development Commission

The Industrial Development Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss several ongoing initiatives. Items include the Sign & Façade Program, the Discover Mansfield program, and the status of the Economic Development Director position. No votes or decisions are specified on the agenda.

• Sign & Façade Program discussion
• Discover Mansfield program update
• Economic Development Director position discussion
• Acceptance of previous meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss a new risk category policy and review repeat inspection violations for Cheng Du. The meeting also includes updates on public health nursing, infectious diseases, and various grant programs.

• Discussion and possible vote: New Risk Category Policy
• Repeat violations in routine inspections: Cheng Du
• September 2024 Public Health Nursing report & Infectious Disease Updates
• Bristol-Norfolk Public Health Partners Coalition Grants Update
• FDA Retail Standards Grant and Community Health Inclusion Index mini-grant updates

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss meeting room usage and receive an update on the FY25 Action Plan. The session includes standard reports from the Secretary, Treasurer, and Librarian.

• Meeting room discussion
• Update on FY25 Action Plan

Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024, at 5:30 PM was canceled. No decisions or discussions were listed in the agenda.

Planning Board

The Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADUs) Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, is meeting on October 9, 2024. The agenda includes a discussion on proposed bylaws for starter homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs), with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Discussion of Housing Zoning bylaws for Starter Homes and ADUs
• Review of minutes from October 2, 2024 meeting

Planning Board

The Mansfield Planning Board will hold three public hearings: a continued hearing for a previously denied three-lot subdivision at 19 Knight Way (remanded by Land Court), a hearing to modify a special permit for a driveway connection at 900 So. Main Street, and a hearing for a new Water Treatment Plant at 250 Balcom Street. The board will also discuss zoning bylaw amendments (housing, retail firearms, dimensional standards) and Planning Board policies and fees.

• Continued public hearing for FOD, LLC's three-lot Definitive Subdivision Plan at 19 Knight Way (Land Court remand)
• Public hearing for NES Group, Inc. to modify a special permit for a driveway connection at 900 So. Main Street
• Public hearing for City of Attleboro Water Department's new Water Treatment Plant at 250 Balcom Street
• Discussion of zoning bylaw amendments: housing-related, retail firearms, dimensional standards compliance
• Discussion to revise Planning Board rules and fees, and a letter of support for the Open Space and Recreation Plan

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will enter executive session to discuss security personnel deployment, then hear administrative reports on MCAS 2024 results and facilities projects. New business includes an informational discussion on Chapter 70 funds and circuit breaker guidance with Representative Adam Scanlon, followed by votes on field trips, the Robinson report card, capital improvement projects, and several policy revisions.

• Executive session to discuss deployment of security personnel or devices
• MCAS 2024 results presentation from Assistant Superintendent Michael Connolly
• Discussion with Representative Adam Scanlon on Chapter 70 funds and circuit breaker
• Vote on MHS Marching Band field trip to MetLife Stadium and QMS Ski Club to New Hampshire
• Consideration of capital improvement projects and policy revisions (Tobacco-Free Schools, Student Immunizations, Allergy Plans)

Mansfield Local Cultural Council

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and general updates. The council will review reports and discuss ongoing and new business.

• Updates from the Downtown Committee
• Updates from the 250th Anniversary Committee

Recreation Commission

The agenda for the Parks & Recreation Commission on October 7, 2024, contains no substantive items. It only notes attendance at a Capital Improvements Program Committee Meeting, and the meeting appears to be procedural or cancelled with no decisions or discussions listed.

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvements Program Committee will discuss the Town Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal year 2025. The agenda lists no specific projects, funding amounts, or votes; only an open discussion item. No decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Discussion of Town Capital Improvement Plan for FY25

School Committee

The Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review a series of district policies. The agenda focuses on updating guidelines regarding health, safety, and facility use.

• Review of background check policies (ADDA and ADDA-R)
• Review of teen dating violence and sexual violence protocols (JICFC and JICFC-R)
• Review of student health policies including immunizations, communicable diseases, and AED programs
• Review of charges and provisions for community use of school facilities (KF-R-1 and KF-R-2)
• Review of revolving accounts guidelines and gift policies

Housing Authority

The Mansfield Housing Authority will hold a regular monthly meeting to approve warrants, minutes, and financial reports. Key actions include approving a contract for kitchen cabinet replacement at Hawthorne Court and setting Section 8 payment standards for 2025. The board will also adopt affirmative action goals for family and elderly public housing.

• Approval of Warrant #437 for September 2024 in the amount of $612,070.30
• Approval of Affirmative Action Goals of 12% for Family Public Housing and 5% for Elderly Public Housing
• Award of contract for Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Replacement at Hawthorne Court to EC Interiors, LLC for $53,751.00 (subject to designer's letter of recommendation)
• Approval of Section 8 Payment Standards for 2025, effective 11/1/2024
• Executive Director's Report and Resident Service Coordinator Report for September 2024

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on transferring an all-alcohol off-premises license to K Liquor Corp for Dubs Discount Liquors at 30 Chauncy Street. The board will also discuss town goals for 2025, budget updates including a Tri-Board presentation, and consider hiring special counsel for an HR matter. Appointments to the Keep Mansfield Beautiful and Municipal Building Committees are scheduled, along with approvals of vendor and payroll warrants totaling over $14 million.

• Public hearing on transfer of all-alcohol off-premises license to K Liquor Corp dba Dubs Discount Liquors at 30 Chauncy Street
• Discussion and vote to hire special counsel for an HR matter
• Discussion on goals and objectives for 2025
• General budget discussion including a Tri-Board presentation by the Assistant Town Accountant/Finance Director
• Approval of multiple vendor and payroll warrants totaling over $14 million

Planning Board

The Dimensional Standards Compliance Analysis Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, will meet to discuss a map review and analysis of dimensional compliance. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and next steps. No votes or decisions are expected.

• Discussion of dimensional standards compliance analysis, including map review and uses
• Approval of September 17, 2024, meeting minutes

Housing Zoning-Subcommittee of the Planning Board

The Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADUs) Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, will discuss proposed zoning bylaws for starter homes and accessory dwelling units. The group will also outline next steps and consider approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion of Starter Homes zoning bylaw proposals
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) zoning bylaw proposals
• Review of next steps for the working group
• Approval of minutes from August 14, August 27, and September 25, 2024 meetings

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to provide updates and discuss other business. The agenda consists of procedural items.

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent for constructing a municipal water treatment plant at 250 Balcom Street, including demolition and work within buffer zones. They will also consider a Land Disturbance Permit for a school building at 19 Knight Way, and discuss administrative items such as the conservation fee schedule and open space plan updates.

• Notice of Intent for water treatment plant construction at 250 Balcom Street, including demolition within 100-foot buffer and 200-foot riverfront area
• Land Disturbance Permit for school construction at 19 Knight Way (Map 003, Parcel 51) with over 1 acre disturbance
• Discussion of Conservation Fee Schedule update
• Update on Open Space and Recreation Plan
• Review and approval of July 2024 meeting minutes

250th Celebration Committee

The committee is discussing and considering reports from advisory committees regarding the town's 250th anniversary. Members will review applications to the Select Board for various 2025 events and a tree planting proposal for the School Committee.

• Culture and Arts Advisory Committee proposals for a gala, play, speakers, and air show
• Fundraising and Marketing updates including MA250 Grant Application and Fireworks RFQ
• Incorporation Day Weekend 2025 application to Select Board
• May 2025 Parade application to Select Board
• Tree planting proposal for the School Committee

250th Celebration Committee

The committee is discussing and considering proposals for the town's 250th anniversary celebrations. This includes reviewing reports from advisory committees on arts, fundraising, and specific event applications for the Select Board and School Committee.

• MA250 Grant Application and Fireworks RFQ
• Incorporation Day Weekend 2025 application to Select Board
• May 2025 Parade application to Select Board
• June 2025 Airport Event application to Select Board
• 2025 Tree Planting application for School Committee

Industrial & Development Commission

The Industrial Development Commission will meet to discuss the Sign & Façade Program and Discover Mansfield. The meeting also includes the acceptance of previous minutes.

• Sign & Façade Program
• Discover Mansfield

Audit Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Mansfield Board of Assessors. The board will review and approve weekly motor vehicle abatements, previous meeting minutes, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts County Tax Warrant for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting will then enter executive session under G.L.c. 30A §21(a)(7) to discuss Appraisal Tribunal Board (ATB) cases and review exemption-related items.

• Review and approval of weekly motor vehicle abatements
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes
• Review and approval of the Commonwealth of Mass County Tax Warrant for Fiscal Year 2025
• Executive session to discuss ATB cases under G.L.c. 30A s21(a)(7)
• Review and approval of exemptions spreadsheet and denials of exemptions

Light Commissioners

The Municipal Electric Commission will review the FY2024 audit results presented by Marcum Accountants & Advisors and consider a vote to approve the audit. The discussion is held in coordination with the Town of Mansfield Audit Committee.

• Review and discuss MMED FY2024 audit results with auditors Laura Stone and Frank Serreti
• Vote to approve the MMED FY2024 audit

Planning Board

The Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADUs) Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, will discuss proposed zoning bylaws for starter homes and accessory dwelling units. The meeting also covers next steps and approval of prior meeting minutes. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of Housing Zoning bylaws for Starter Homes and ADUs
• Review of next steps for the working group
• Approval of minutes from August 14 and August 27, 2024 meetings

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Parkway Forum #2, including VHB's response to comments from the March 20 public forum and a presentation of the draft roadway design. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item only.

• VHB response to comments and questions from the 3/20/24 public forum on TOD Parkway
• Presentation of draft roadway design for the TOD Parkway

The Planning Board held a public meeting to review conceptual changes to the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Parkway, responding to comments from a March session. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational, with discussion of design elements, funding, and public concerns. The board adjourned without taking action on the project.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Motion to adjourn passed (7-0)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to review and accept the MMED audit. Members will also discuss upcoming field work for the FY2024 audit.

• MMED Audit review and acceptance
• Discussion of FY2024 Audit field work
• Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Audit Committee

The Mansfield Audit Committee will meet to reorganize, approve prior meeting minutes, review and accept the MMED (Mansfield Municipal Electric Department) audit, and discuss upcoming fieldwork for the FY2024 audit.

• Reorganization of the committee
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 23, 2024
• MMED Audit Review and Acceptance
• Discussion of upcoming fieldwork for FY2024 Audit

Audit Committee

The Mansfield Audit Committee will hold a meeting to reorganize, approve prior meeting minutes, review and accept the MMED audit, and discuss upcoming fieldwork for the FY2024 audit.

• Reorganization of the committee
• Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• MMED Audit Review and Acceptance
• Discussion of upcoming fieldwork for FY2024 audit

The Mansfield Audit Committee elected Jack Cooney as chair (4-0) and approved the Mansfield Municipal Electric Department (MMED) audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, with edits to the management review and PILOT calculation explanation (4-0). The committee also discussed upcoming town audit fieldwork but took no action on it.

• Elected Jack Cooney as Audit Committee chair (4-0)
• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0-1, Schoonveld abstained)
• Accepted MMED audit with edits to management review and PILOT calculation explanation (4-0)

Recreation Commission

The Mansfield Parks & Recreation Commission will review and discuss updates on several ongoing projects, including the Memorial Park Master Plan Study and the 250th Celebration Committee. They will also plan for upcoming events such as the Arts & Crafts Show, Halloween Costume Swap, and Halloween Parade. The meeting includes approval of August minutes and considers commission term renewals.

• Update on Memorial Park Master Plan Study
• Update from 250th Celebration Committee meeting
• Commission terms expiring for Ed Westerhaver and Patrick Latchaw
• Discussion of 50 West Street and Library Meeting Room status
• Planning for Columbus Day Tournament canopy use and Fall II program registration

Airport Commission

The Mansfield Airport Commission will review and discuss several operational and development items, including a solar RFP (Request for Proposals), a master plan update, runway permitting, and PAPI relocation. The meeting also covers safety and security reports, the airport manager's report on night restrictions, and the treasurer's report. Correspondence and minutes from July 29th will be approved.

• Solar RFP as new business
• Master Plan Update from Airport Engineer
• Runway Permitting discussion
• PAPI relocation project
• Night Restrictions Flight item in Airport Manager’s Report

Downtown Comm.

The Downtown Committee is meeting to discuss several local improvement projects. The agenda includes items regarding a mural, a street dedication, and tree restoration.

• Mural Project
• Dedication for Harry Chase Place
• North & South Common Tree Restoration

Select Board

The Select Board will participate in a Tri Board discussion regarding the Budget Subcommittee. The board is scheduled to consider and vote on the recommendations provided by the Budget Subcommittee.

• Tri Board discussion on budget
• Vote on Budget Subcommittee recommendation

The Select Board voted 5-0 to approve the Budget Subcommittee's recommendation to develop two budget scenarios: one based on an override and one with a balanced budget. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural and adjourned at 7:09 PM.

• Approved developing two budget scenarios (override and balanced) (5-0)

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will meet to participate in a Budget Sub Committee Tri Board Discussion and consider a motion to vote on the Budget Subcommittee's recommendation. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.

• Budget Sub Committee Tri Board Discussion
• Motion to vote on Budget Subcommittee recommendation

The Mansfield School Committee, along with the Finance Committee, Select Board, and Budget Subcommittee, discussed the FY26 budget, including revenue sources, potential increases, and projected shortfalls. The committee voted to approve the Budget Subcommittee's recommendation to develop two budget scenarios: one based on an override and one based on a balanced budget without an override. The motion passed 4-0.

• Approved developing two FY26 budget scenarios (override and no override) (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Mansfield Finance Committee will discuss committee reassignments and participate in a Tri-Board discussion with the Budget Subcommittee. The main action item is a motion to vote on the Budget Subcommittee's recommendation.

• Committee reassignment discussion and decision
• Budget Sub Committee Tri Board discussion
• Vote on Budget Subcommittee recommendation

Budget Subcommittee

The Mansfield Budget Subcommittee will review the committee's charge, its summer work and recommendation, the operating budget and capital improvement program timelines, the FY25 budget outlook and FY26–FY30 projections, and a broader discussion of Massachusetts town finances. The meeting will include a vote on the subcommittee's recommendation and public comment.

• Review of Budget Subcommittee Charge
• Summary of Budget Subcommittee summer work and recommendation
• Overview of FY25 Budget Outlook and FY26–FY30 Projection
• Consideration and vote on Budget Subcommittee Recommendation
• Overview of Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program timelines

Animal Welfare Committee

The Animal Welfare Committee meeting scheduled for September 19, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda included routine items such as call to order, approving minutes, and reports on shelter animals, but no decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were discussed or decided

Municipal Building Committee

The Mansfield Municipal Building Committee is meeting to recognize Bob Barry for his years of service on the committee and to receive an update from the Selectboard. The agenda includes only these items, plus any matters not anticipated 48 hours prior, making the meeting largely ceremonial and procedural.

• Recognition of Bob Barry for his dedicated years on the Municipal Building Committee
• Selectboard update (discussion item, no specifics provided)
• Any items not anticipated by the chair 48 hours prior to the meeting (potential late business)

Select Board

The Select Board will continue discussing whether to hire a consultant to conduct an HR audit and establish policies. The board will also consider approving short-term borrowing notes and signing a Verizon cable license agreement. The 250th Celebration Committee will receive checks and provide an update. A general budget discussion is also scheduled.

• Continued discussion on whether to hire a consultant for an HR audit to review policies and procedures
• Consideration to approve and sign short-term borrowing notes
• Consideration to approve and sign Verizon New England Inc. cable license agreement
• Presentation of checks from BayCoast Bank and reLeaf Alternative to the 250th Celebration Committee
• General budget discussion including budget subcommittee update

Planning Board

The Housing Zoning Working Group is meeting to discuss bylaws regarding starter homes and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The group will also determine next steps for these initiatives.

• Discussion of Housing Zoning bylaws for Starter Homes
• Discussion of Housing Zoning bylaws for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

The Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADUs) Working Group meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024 was cancelled. No minutes or substantive decisions were recorded.

Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Exec. Board Mtg.

This meeting of the Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Executive Committee includes approval of previous minutes, updates on the Health & Medical Coordinating Coalition (HMCC) including budget period 1 and a training needs assessment workshop proposal from Horsley Whitten, planner updates on WebEOC training and Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (HVA) survey data, and financial and state DPH updates.

• Approval of meeting minutes from the previous session
• HMCC Budget Period 1 updates and general HMCC updates
• Training needs assessment and workshop planning proposal from Horsley Whitten
• Review of Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (HVA) survey data
• Meeting with Mass Maritime for upcoming tabletop exercise (TTX)

Council on Aging Board

The Mansfield Council on Aging Board will meet to hear updates from the Friends of COA, review the treasurer's and director's reports, and discuss old and new business items. Old business includes updates on the Senior Prom and the MPD Dog program. New business covers the COA newsletter, a Veterans Memorial update, and planning for the town's 250th anniversary. The agenda is largely routine updates and discussion with no votes on public hearings or budget items.

• Update on the Senior Prom
• Update on MPD Dog program
• Discussion of COA Newsletter
• Veterans Memorial Update
• Planning for the 250th Anniversary

The Mansfield Council on Aging board voted to cancel the Senior Prom due to poor ticket sales and approved paying the DJ for the backdrop he purchased, using funds from the Gift Account. The board also discussed reducing newsletter mailing costs and heard updates on furniture, ADA evaluation, and programs.

• Senior Prom cancelled due to poor ticket sales
• Approved payment to DJ for prom backdrop from Gift Account (unanimous)
• Accepted August 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's report (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Housing Zoning Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, will meet to discuss bylaws regarding starter homes and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The group will also determine next steps and review previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of starter home zoning bylaws
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaws

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Mike Nobil's application for a variance from Zoning Bylaw Section 230-4.2 to create a new lot with insufficient lot width at 82 East Street. The board will also review its own Rules & Regulations document and consider correspondence and past meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on variance application by Mike Nobil for a new lot at 82 East Street (Map/Parcel 027/214, R3 Zone) — lot width does not meet bylaw requirement
• Review of ZBA Rules & Regulations document
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 16, 2024

The Mansfield Zoning Board of Appeals voted 1-4 to deny Mike Nobil's request for a variance to divide the property at 82 East Street into two lots, one of which would have insufficient lot width. The board found the hardship was self-created by the proposed subdivision. The board also discussed updating its rules and regulations, including a possible fee increase, but took no formal action.

• Denied variance for 82 East Street (1-4)
• Closed public hearing (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 16, 2024 (4-0-1)
• Adjourned at 8:45 p.m. (5-0)

Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition Mtg.

The Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition will discuss focus areas, review Hazard Vulnerability Assessment survey results, and consider a training needs assessment proposal from Horsley Whitten. Planner updates include WebEOC training and conference attendance, while the HMCC program manager and financial manager provide updates on the coalition and budget.

• Review of Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (HVA) survey results
• Planning/proposal from Horsley Whitten for Training Needs Assessment & Workshop planning
• WebEOC training update and scheduled remote training session on October 15
• HMCC budget updates or modifications
• State updates from Massachusetts Department of Public Health

SRPEDD

The Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization (SMMPO) will consider approving modifications to the 4-year non-single-occupancy-vehicle (non-SOV) target for the Boston Urbanized Area, requiring a roll-call vote. The meeting also includes updates on regional transit authorities, a draft regional pedestrian plan, a Safe Streets for All program status report, and the FFY24 & FFY25 Unified Planning Work Program. Public comments will be accepted.

• Roll-call vote on adjusted 4-year non-SOV target for Boston UZA
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2024
• Draft Regional Pedestrian Plan update presentation
• Safe Streets for All status presentation
• FFY24 & FFY25 Unified Planning Work Program update

Planning Board

The Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADUs) Working Group will meet to discuss bylaws regarding starter homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The group will also determine next steps and review minutes from August 14 and August 27, 2024.

• Discussion of Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADU bylaws)

Planning Board

The Dimensional Standards Compliance Analysis Working Group, a subcommittee of the Mansfield Planning Board, will meet to discuss the dimensional standards compliance analysis, including map review, uses, and dimensional compliance. The board will also approve minutes from its August 21 meeting and discuss next steps.

• Approve minutes from 8/21/24 meeting
• Discussion of dimensional standards compliance analysis (map review, uses, dimensional compliance)

Industrial & Development Commission

The Industrial Development Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss strategic planning, the Sign & Façade Program, downtown initiatives, Discover Mansfield, and business development updates. No votes or formal decisions are on the agenda; the meeting is primarily for discussion and updates.

• Strategic Planning discussion
• Sign & Façade Program update
• Downtown initiatives review
• Discover Mansfield program update
• Business Development & Outreach Updates

The Industrial & Development Commission met and approved the July 11, 2024 minutes. No strategic planning, Discover Mansfield, business development, or key partnership updates were shared. The commission discussed the Sign and Facade program's successes and the town's request for $50,000 in state funding, as well as downtown restaurant parking availability and the vacant Economic Development Director role. No formal decisions were made beyond accepting the minutes.

• Approved minutes of July 11, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Discussed Sign and Facade program and $50,000 state funding request
• Discussed downtown restaurant parking availability
• Discussed vacant Economic Development Director role

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss a revocation appeal for body art practitioner Joshua Richardson and a repeat violation for Buffalo Wild Wings. The meeting includes updates on the Opioid Abatement Fund, mosquito-borne diseases, and public health nursing reports.

• Revocation appeal: Joshua Richardson, Body Art Practitioner
• Repeat P/Pf Violation: Buffalo Wild Wings
• Update in Opioid Abatement Fund planning
• Update on mosquito-borne diseases (EEE and WNV)
• Review of bodywork regulations permitting process delays

The Board of Health voted unanimously to uphold the revocation of Joshua Richardson's body art practitioner permit after hearing an appeal from his attorney. The board also extended the enforcement date for Bodyworks regulations to November 1, 2024. Other updates included EMS and health program reports, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Upheld revocation of Joshua Richardson's tattoo practitioner permit (3-0)
• Extended Bodyworks enforcement date to November 1, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved August 8, 2024 meeting minutes with correction (3-0)

Housing Authority

The Mansfield Housing Authority will review financial reports and approve payment warrants for June, July, and August 2024. The board will also consider project change orders and a management program for resident services.

• Approval of Warrants #434, #435, and #436 totaling $1,884,732.28
• Change order #2 for Park Street Siding Replacement Project front entrance canopy: $70,307.00
• Change order #3 for Park Street Siding Replacement Project storefront hardware: $4,521.83
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for Bicentennial Court Paving Project #167093
• Resident Service Coordinator Management Program with Attleboro, Norton, Seekonk, and Walpole Housing Authorities

Planning Board

The Mansfield Planning Board will hold three continued public hearings: a 14,368 SF, 12-unit apartment building at 68 Spring Street; a 5,700+ SF addition at 9 Oxford Road for educational use by May Institute; and a three-lot subdivision at 19 Knight Way remanded from Land Court. The board will also discuss ongoing zoning bylaw amendments covering housing, retail firearms, and dimensional standards, as well as Parkway/Transit Oriented Development and board policies.

• Continued site plan hearing for 12-unit apartment building at 68 Spring Street (14,368 SF) by Groves Building Co.
• Continued site plan hearing for May Institute's educational facility addition at 9 Oxford Road (5,700+ SF)
• Continued public hearing for three-lot definitive subdivision at 19 Knight Way, remanded by Land Court
• Discussions on zoning bylaw amendments: housing, retail firearms, dimensional compliance
• Planning Board appointments (2) to Capital Improvement Program Committee

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee will consider approving minutes from April 24, 2024, and discuss follow-up items including the insurance group and trash/recycling fee mechanisms. A narrative review, financial review for the town and schools, and scheduling for future meetings are also on the agenda. This is a working session with no votes on specific dollar amounts or ordinances.

• Follow-up discussion on Insurance Group
• Follow-up discussion on Trash/Recycling Fee Mechanisms
• Narrative Review and Discussion
• Financial Review - Town and Schools
• Schedule and Process for upcoming budget work

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hear reports from the secretary, treasurer, and librarian, and discuss an update on the FY25 Action Plan. New business includes setting half-day holidays for FY25 and reviewing budget updates for FY26.

• Update on FY25 Action Plan (old business)
• FY25 Half Day Holidays (new business)
• Budget updates for FY26 (new business)
• Secretary's, Treasurer's, and Librarian's reports

Keep Mansfield Beautiful

The Keep Mansfield Beautiful committee will discuss several ongoing beautification projects, including a mural refresh, 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Ups, and maintenance of flower and painted barrels. The committee will also review the Adopt-a-Spot, Adopt-A-Street, We Noticed, and Monthly Litter Cleanup Crew programs.

• Mural Refresh
• 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Ups
• Flower Barrels and Painted Barrels
• Adopt-a-Spot and Adopt-A-Street programs
• Monthly Litter Cleanup Crew

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will discuss and vote on several key items at its September 10, 2024 meeting, including adoption of a new elementary literacy program, preliminary FY26 budget proposals, a Memorandum of Understanding for School Resource Officers, and a vacation buy-back for the Superintendent. The agenda also includes updates on the start of school, a DESE civil rights review, capital projects, and approval of warrants and minutes. Public comment is scheduled for up to 15 minutes.

• Consideration and vote on a new elementary literacy program
• Consideration and vote on FY26 preliminary budget proposals
• Consideration and vote on MOU for School Resource Officers
• Consideration and vote on vacation buy-back for Superintendent
• Discussion on school committee goals and policy procedures

The Mansfield School Committee approved the adoption of the Wonders (2023 edition) elementary literacy program for the 2025-26 school year, with a 5-0 vote. The committee also approved a vacation buy-back for Superintendent Teresa Murphy (5-0) and the warrant dated 08-26-24 (4-0-1, with one abstention). No votes were taken on the FY26 budget proposals, which were discussed only.

• Approved new elementary literacy program Wonders (2023) (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent vacation buy-back (5-0)
• Approved warrant dated 08-26-24 (4-0-1, Walsh abstained)
• Approved minutes for 06-04-24, 06-05-24, 06-11-24, 08-27-24 (5-0 each)
• Postponed executive session minutes for 06-04-24
• Postponed consideration of MOU for School Resource Officers
• Accepted school supplies gift from Emerson Automation Solutions
• Discussed FY26 budget proposals (no vote taken)

Mansfield Local Cultural Council

The Local Cultural Council is meeting to discuss the 2024 grant cycle and a reorganization of the council. The meeting also includes updates from the 250th Anniversary Committee.

• Grant Cycle 2024
• MLCC Reorganization
• 250th Anniversary Committee updates

Mansfield Housing Corporation

The Mansfield Housing Corporation board meeting scheduled for September 9, 2024, has been canceled due to insufficient members available. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled due to insufficient members

Mansfield Housing Corporation

The Mansfield Housing Corporation will meet to discuss the outcome of a recent Town Meeting, along with old business and steps to take. The agenda includes a Treasurer's Report and approval of minutes. No specific financial figures or project names are mentioned.

• Discussion Regarding Town Meeting Outcome
• Treasurer’s Report
• Secretary’s Report — Minutes
• Old Business
• Steps that we need to take

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee Facilities Subcommittee will meet remotely to discuss facility usage fees, get updates on current capital projects, and review summer cleaning and start-of-school preparations. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and setting the next meeting date. No votes or binding decisions are listed; the meeting focuses on discussion and updates.

• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2024
• Discussion of facility usage fees
• Update on current capital projects
• Update on summer cleaning and start of school
• Setting upcoming agenda items and next meeting date

The Facilities Subcommittee discussed updating facility usage fees, agreeing to discount Mansfield youth sports but not other towns' teams, and adding indoor locations like gyms and cafeterias to the fee schedule. They also discussed a 48-hour cancellation fee and a tiered approach to phase in fees over a couple of years. Matt Jacques will draft a plan for review at the next meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from 03-21-24 (2-0)
• Agreed to discount Mansfield youth sports fees, not other towns'
• Agreed to add indoor facilities (gym, cafeteria) to fee schedule
• Discussed 48-hour cancellation fee to deter overbooking
• Discussed tiered fee approach for groups to ramp up over years
• Matt Jacques to draft fee plan for next meeting

School Committee

The Budget Subcommittee is meeting to review the draft policy and anticipated use of revolving funds. The body will also conduct preparation work for the FY26 Budget.

• Review of draft policy on revolving funds
• Discussion of anticipated use of revolving funds
• Preparation work for FY26 Budget

The Mansfield School Committee met on September 5, 2024, and approved minutes from three prior meetings. The committee discussed the use of revolving funds and reviewed a draft policy, but took no formal action on these items. They also began preparation work for the FY26 budget, including developing 'current services' and 1% budget scenarios for a December presentation. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from 04-04-24, 05-07-24, and 07-17-24 (2-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss hiring a consultant to conduct an HR audit of town policies and procedures. The board will also review budget updates and a change of manager application for Bertucci’s Restaurant.

• Discussion on hiring a consultant for an HR audit to review policies and procedures
• Change of Manager Application for Bertucci’s Restaurant
• Town Vendor Warrant No. 25010T for $1,317,581.01
• School Vendor Warrant No. 25010S for $1,205,937.22
• Special Events Application for Car Show for Rumford LLC

Public Notification

This public notification announces the closure of Town Hall and Mansfield Green on Monday, September 2. It also advises of a one-day delay for trash and recycling collection for the week.

• Town Hall closed Monday, September 2
• No trash and recycling collection Monday, September 2
• Mansfield Green closed Monday, September 2
• Mansfield Green open August 31 and September 1 from 8 am to 3:45 pm

Municipal Building Committee

The Municipal Building Committee will review project budget updates and site preparations. The meeting includes discussions regarding the COA Facility project and updates from previous conservation and planning board meetings.

• Project Budget Update
• Update for advance site preparations and CIP request
• Discussion on COA Facility project
• Update on March 25 Preliminary Conservation Meeting and March 27 Planning Board Meeting
• CIP member vote

Finance Committee

The Mansfield Finance Committee will review a budget transfer memo, receive updates on FY24 year-end and FY25 finances, and discuss the FY26 budget alongside five-year forecast scenarios. The agenda also includes a discussion on the town's trash and recycling fee mechanism. Committee business covers policy and schedule updates, as well as a survey discussion.

• Budget Transfer Memo from Assistant Town Manager/Finance Director dated 7/8/24 discussion
• FY 24 Year End Update
• FY 26 Budget Update and Review of 5 Year Forecast Scenarios
• Trash and Recycling Mechanism Discussion
• Policy Update

250th Celebration Committee

The Mansfield 250th Celebration Committee will hear reports from advisory subcommittees on fundraising, incorporation day, parade, and culture/arts events. They will discuss and potentially approve items requiring committee action, including a MA250 grant application, parade application to the Select Board, airport event, and tree planting proposal. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes and a treasurer's report.

• Discussion and consideration of MA250 Grant Application
• Discuss and consider May 2025 Parade Application to Select Board
• Discuss and consider Tree Planting Proposal for 20 (likely 2025)
• Discuss and consider Airport Event Application to Select Board
• Report from Culture and Arts Advisory Committee on possible gala, play, speakers, air show

The 250th Celebration Committee approved hiring the Southeastern MA Community Concert Band for Incorporation Day 2025, set the May 17, 2025 parade start time at 11 AM, and approved a $12.95/month fee for credit card payments on merchandise. They also approved the July 17 meeting minutes and discussed fundraising, merchandise, and event planning.

• Approved July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved $12.95/month credit card processing fee for merchandise sales (9-0)
• Approved hiring Southeastern MA Community Concert Band for Incorporation Day, Aug 23, 2025 (10-0)
• Set parade start time at 11 AM on May 17, 2025 (10-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:26 PM (10-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings for a 12-unit apartment building and a bakery/restaurant. The board will also review a school addition and discuss zoning bylaw amendments related to housing and firearms.

• Public hearing for 12-unit apartment building (14,368 SF) at 68 Spring Street
• Continued public hearing for bakery and restaurant at 291 North Main Street
• Public hearing for 5,700+/- SF educational addition at 9 Oxford Road
• Site plan design review for Sweetgreen illuminated sign at 280 School St.
• Discussion on zoning bylaw amendments for housing and retail firearms

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review weekly motor vehicle abatements and previous meeting minutes. The board will enter executive session to discuss ATB cases with Attorney James Sullivan and review tax exemption spreadsheets and denials.

• Weekly motor vehicle abatements
• Discussion of ATB cases with Attorney James Sullivan
• Review of exemptions spreadsheet
• Review of 2 exemption denials

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved weekly motor vehicle abatements, the minutes from the July 31, 2024 meeting, and statutory exemptions for qualified applicants under Sections 17D, 22, 22D, 22E, 37A, and 476. The board also entered executive session to review ATB cases and non-qualifying exemption applicants, then adjourned.

• Approved weekly motor vehicle abatements (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 31, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved statutory exemptions for qualified applicants (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to review ATB cases and non-qualifying exemption applicants (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hear updates on the Memorial Park Master Plan Study, tennis courts, and turf field permits, and discuss a proposed summer camp fee increase. They will also review fall programs and events including the Arts & Crafts Show and Halloween Parade. No final decisions are guaranteed as this is a discussion meeting.

• Summer camp fee increase proposed (New Business)
• Memorial Park Master Plan Study update (Old Business)
• Mansfield Youth Flag Football at Memorial Park, Saturdays Aug 31–Nov 16
• Arts & Crafts Show, Saturday October 5, 9am–3pm
• Halloween Parade, Saturday October 26, 11am

The Mansfield Recreation Commission approved a summer camp registration fee increase to $130 per week for residents and $150 for non-residents. They also approved field and facility requests, including Mansfield Youth Flag Football and the Garden Club's Fall Festival, and approved a letter to Mansfield Youth Soccer regarding facility reservation policy violations.

• Approved July 30, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Mansfield Youth Flag Football field request at Memorial Park, Saturdays Aug 31-Nov 16 (5-0)
• Approved Mansfield Garden Club Fall Festival at Community Co-Operative Gardens, Oct 27 (5-0)
• Approved draft letter to Mansfield Youth Soccer with warning of further action for policy violations (5-0)
• Approved summer camp fee increase: $130/week residents, $150/week non-residents (5-0)
• Adjourned at 6:43 PM (5-0)

Planning Board

The Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADUs) Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, will meet to discuss proposed bylaws for starter homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The agenda includes a discussion of these zoning changes and planning next steps. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is purely deliberative.

• Discussion of Housing Zoning bylaws for Starter Homes
• Discussion of Housing Zoning bylaws for ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units)
• Planning next steps for proposed zoning changes

The Housing Zoning Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, met to discuss housing zoning bylaws, including starter homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). They reviewed a revised map of 5+ acre land, discussed sewer survey results for 55+ developments, and considered updates to zoning bylaws, including a waiver provision for 55+ developments and increased density for 40Y developments. No formal decisions were made; the group prepared to report to the Planning Board at its next meeting.

• Reviewed revised map of 5+ acre land showing open space
• Requested GIS access for Planning Board members
• Discussed updating 55+ zoning bylaw to include waiver provision
• Reviewed 40Y requirements for starter homes, including density increase to at least 4 units per acre
• Prepared draft bylaw for 40Y starter homes

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will meet on August 27, 2024, to hear administrative reports on the start of school, enrollment numbers, summer projects, financials, and special education procedures. The committee will vote on several items including a revised Roland Green report card, a new Curriculum Coach job description, and policy and handbook changes related to Title IX. Updates will be provided on the space needs study, DEI, budget, and the Early College grant application, followed by discussion and votes on school committee goals and the policy review process.

• Consideration of revised Roland Green report card (Discuss/Vote)
• Consideration of new Curriculum Coach job description (Discuss/Vote)
• Consideration of policy revision relative to Title IX (Discuss/Vote)
• Update on Early College grant application
• Update on space needs study from 8-19-24 meeting

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updated forecasts and material. The body will also review timelines, procedures, and budget instructions for departments.

• Updated forecast and material review
• Timeline and procedures discussion
• Department budget instruction scenarios

The Budget Subcommittee discussed multiple financial forecast scenarios for a potential tax override, including 1%, 3%, and 5% (needs-based) versions. No formal decisions were made; members agreed to continue work and meet again on September 11. They also discussed presenting options such as excluding road bonds or capital projects as separate debt exclusions.

• No formal votes taken; discussion only
• Agreed to meet again on September 11 to continue budget work
• Discussed presenting three budget scenarios (1%, 3%, 5%) to residents
• Considered presenting road bonds and capital projects as separate debt exclusions

Planning Board

The Dimensional Standards Compliance Analysis Working Group is meeting to organize the group and discuss dimensional standards compliance analysis.

• Organization of the Working Group
• Discussion regarding Dimensional Standards Compliance Analysis

The Dimensional Standards Compliance Analysis Working Group agreed to focus on rezoning certain R2 areas near Mansfield's center to R3 standards, rather than changing R2 dimensional rules overall, to allow more multi-family housing. They also discussed allowing duplexes in the resulting R2 by special permit, but deferred that decision. The group will review R1 standards after research showed Mansfield's are the most restrictive among neighboring towns.

• Agreed to pursue rezoning select R2 areas to R3 near town center (unanimous)
• Deferred duplex-by-special-permit discussion in R2 until after center changes
• Directed Planning Director to analyze current uses and compliance in proposed R3 areas
• Agreed to review R1 dimensional standards changes in future meetings

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on several items including a change of manager for Bertucci's Restaurant, a one-day beer/wine license for the Mansfield Elks, and reconsideration of the auxiliary officer job description for the Police Department. They will also review the Council on Aging secretary job description, hold a general budget discussion, and approve warrants totaling $4.95 million.

• Reconsideration of auxiliary officer job description for Police Department
• Change of manager application for Bertucci's Restaurant
• One-day beer/wine license for Mansfield Elks (October 19, 2024)
• Approval of vendor warrants totaling $4.95 million
• Discussion of Council on Aging secretary job description

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will consider approving minutes from February 2024 and hold a discussion on the audit process as it relates to Mansfield’s communication practices. No votes on ordinances or financial commitments are scheduled.

• Discussion of audit process for town communication practices
• Approval of February 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Committee member introductions
• Establishment of next meeting date

The Mansfield DEI Committee approved the February 22, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0) and discussed the scope of a Community Equity Audit focused on town communications. Members reviewed terminology preferences, including replacing 'gay/lesbian' with 'LGBTQ+' and using 'autistic student' over 'student with autism.' The committee will collect communication examples from town departments by September 30, 2024, to inform the audit and a future report to the Select Board.

• Approved February 22, 2024 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Agreed to use 'LGBTQ+' instead of 'gay/lesbian' in communications
• Set September 30, 2024 deadline for departments to submit communication examples
• Scheduled next meeting for October 1, 2024 at 6:00 pm

Council on Aging Board

This is a regular meeting of the Mansfield Council on Aging Board. They will discuss updates on the Senior Prom, including a request for funds, and the Family Fun Night. New business includes a Non-Profit Gift Fund and a Welcome to Mansfield initiative. The meeting also covers standard reports and public comments.

• Update on Senior Prom with a request for funds
• Update on Family Fun Night
• Non-Profit Gift Fund discussion
• Welcome to Mansfield initiative
• Treasurer's and Director's reports

The Mansfield Council on Aging Board approved $1,150 from the gift account for the Senior Prom and accepted a $775 grant for a new sensory program at the Memory Cafe. The board also accepted the June minutes and treasurer's report unanimously, and heard updates on staffing, programming, and community events.

• Approved $1,150 for Senior Prom from gift account (motion by Dick, seconded by Lee Ann)
• Accepted $775 grant for Memory Cafe sensory program
• Accepted June 18, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted treasurer's report (unanimous)

Town-School Needs Assessment Committee

The Town-School Needs Assessment Committee will review and discuss the top three town projects and top three school projects, as well as outline a timeline for completing these assessments. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting and reorganize its membership.

• Review of top three town projects
• Review of top three school projects
• Discussion of project timeline
• Approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reorganization of the committee

The committee reviewed and prioritized top town and school projects, with the Town Hall roof repair ($4M) as the top town priority and moving the preschool program to the main campus as the top school priority. No formal votes were taken on these projects; the committee agreed to gather more information, including borrowing costs and clarification on school options, for the next meeting on September 30.

• Re-elected Wilk as Chair (5-0)
• Re-elected Bren as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Prioritized Town Hall roof repair as top town project
• Prioritized preschool move to main campus as top school project
• Agreed to meet September 30 at high school with tour

Light Commissioners

The Mansfield Municipal Electric Commission will consider approving below-the-line expense donations to the Council on Aging/Social Services and for the high school marching band/field hockey field lighting project. They will also review and vote on a change order for a gate and garage door project, a tree trimming contract award, and audit inventory practice recommendations. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and will enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining and trade secrets.

• Vote on donation to Council on Aging/Social Services
• Vote on donation for high school marching band/field hockey field lighting project
• Review and vote on change order for gate and garage door project
• Review tree trimming contract award memo
• Executive session for collective bargaining (IBEW Local 104, AFSCME Local 1702) and trade secrets

The Mansfield Light Commissioners approved three donations from unappropriated surplus: $30,000 to the Council of Aging/Social Services for electric bill assistance, $82,000 (estimated) to Mansfield Public Schools for field lighting, and a $48,000 change order increasing the gate/garage door project budget to $210,000. They also approved prior meeting minutes and discussed tree trimming, audit inventory practices, and June 2024 finances.

• Approved $30,000 donation to Council of Aging/Social Services for electric bill assistance (3-0)
• Approved $82,000 (estimated) donation to Mansfield Public Schools for marching band/field hockey field lighting (3-0)
• Approved $48,000 change order for gate/garage door project, increasing budget to $210,000 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 22, May 22, and June 6, 2024 (3-0 each)

Animal Welfare Committee

The August 15, 2024 meeting of the Mansfield Animal Welfare Committee has been cancelled and postponed. No items were discussed or decided.

The Animal Welfare Committee approved the June 20, 2024 minutes and discussed several dog and cat cases, including adoptions, medical assistance, and handling procedures. No formal votes were taken on policy or funding; actions were mostly informational or delegated to members.

• Approved minutes from June 20, 2024
• Tiramisu approved for adoption, going home 8/16/2024
• MSF to help pay for Roxy's allergy medications (one-time)
• Ana to order more martingale collars
• Carol to research online dog handling training for volunteers
• Carol to send allergist contact info for Darren
• Ana to finalize 'In Shelter Vet Procedures' to reduce vet conflict

Housing Authority

The Mansfield Housing Authority will vote on a proposed budget revision for fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and approve completion certificates and final payment for the Bathroom Renovation Project #167111. The meeting is open to the public in person and remotely.

• Approval of proposed Budget Revision for FYE 9/30/24
• Approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion, Certificate of Final Completion & Application for Final Payment for Bathroom Renovation Project #167111

Planning Board

The Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADUs) Working Group was scheduled to hold a kick-off meeting to organize and discuss zoning. However, the meeting was cancelled on August 1, 2024.

• Cancellation of the August 14, 2024 meeting

The Housing Zoning Working Group met informally to discuss drafting bylaws for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and a starter home district. No formal decisions were made; the group agreed to have staff prepare a framework for ADUs for the next meeting and to continue exploring starter home zoning options.

• Discussed drafting an ADU bylaw for fall Town Meeting or waiting for state guidance
• Agreed to require Site Plan Approval for ADUs to ensure minimum requirements
• Agreed to have staff prepare an ADU framework for review at next meeting
• Discussed starter home district overlay using GIS maps of 5+ and 10+ acre parcels

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will discuss and vote on space study needs assessment priorities and food service a la carte fees. The agenda also includes multiple policy revisions, deletions, and new policies, as well as updates on hiring, summer projects, and band uniforms.

• Consideration of Space Study Needs Assessment Priorities – Discuss/Vote
• Consideration of Food Services A La Carte fees – Discuss/Vote
• Policy deletions: IHAE Reconsideration of Instructional Resources, JHB Unexcused Absences and Truancy – Discuss/Vote
• Policy revisions: ADB Alcohol and Drug Policy, IKB Homework, IKB-R Guidelines for Handbook, JH School Attendance, JHD Exclusion and Exemptions, KHA Solicitation – Discuss/Vote
• New policies: JICK Harassment of Students, ILD Student Submission to Educational Surveys and Research – Discuss/Vote

The Mansfield School Committee approved a 5-year priority to move Roland Green School to the Robinson campus and modernize classrooms at MHS and QMS, focusing on science labs and art rooms. They also voted to support building a new high school/middle school complex between 2030 and 2040. The committee approved 2024-25 food service a la carte fees, several policy revisions and deletions, and a new policy on student surveys.

• Approved 5-year priority to move Roland Green to Robinson and modernize MHS/QMS classrooms (5-0)
• Approved support for new high school/middle school complex in 2030-2040 (5-0)
• Approved 2024-25 food service a la carte fees (5-0)
• Deleted policies HAE and JHB (5-0)
• Approved revisions to policies ADB, IKB, IKB-R, JH, JHD, KHA (5-0)
• Adopted new policy ILD on student surveys (4-1)
• Approved handbook changes based on policy updates (5-0)

Downtown Comm.

The Downtown Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 20, 2024, and receive an update on construction and dedication for Harry Chase Place. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Update on construction and dedication for Harry Chase Place

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss public health nursing reports and infectious disease updates. The body is scheduled to vote on modifications to bodywork regulations and review food code violations.

• Vote on Bodywork Regulation Modification
• Repeat P/Pf Food Code Violations: Bertuccis and Buffalo Wild Wings
• Presentation of summer work by Allison Noronha
• Update on Community Health Inclusion Index mini-grant
• Bristol-Norfolk Public Health Partners Coalition Grants Update

The Mansfield Board of Health voted unanimously to modify Article 4 of the new Bodyworks Regulation to allow the Town of Mansfield or its contracted third party to conduct CORI/SORI background checks on employees. The board also approved the consent agenda and the June 13, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on restaurant inspections, public health programs, and a new student liaison.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0, Blinn abstained)
• Approved modification to Article 4 of Bodyworks Regulation to include CORI/SORI background checks (4-0)

Planning Board

The Housing Zoning (Starter Homes & ADUs) Working Group, a subcommittee of the Planning Board, scheduled a kick-off meeting for August 7, 2024, but the meeting was cancelled on August 1, 2024. No decisions or discussions took place.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were addressed

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing regarding an alcohol license transfer for a restaurant at 16 Old Colony Way. The board will also discuss the general budget, review several job descriptions, and approve multiple vendor and payroll warrants.

• Public hearing for transfer of All Alcohol Common Victualler license for Ancharon Restaurant Inc. dba The Catman Café at 16 Old Colony Way
• Approval of Town Vendor Warrant No. 25004T for $1,882,614.82
• Approval of School Vendor Warrant No. 25006S for $2,015,279.40
• Approval of School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 25005PS for $1,645,675.50
• Consideration of job descriptions for Council on Aging Meal Site Aide and Home-Delivered Meals Substitute Driver

The Mansfield Select Board approved the transfer of the all-alcohol license for The Catman Café at 16 Old Colony Way to Ancharon Restaurant Inc., with the current owner staying on as manager for at least two years. The board also swore in six new police officers and promoted four officers, including a new Deputy Chief. Several routine items were approved, including warrants, payroll, and job descriptions, while the Auxiliary Officer job description was tabled for further research.

• Approved transfer of all-alcohol license to Ancharon Restaurant Inc. dba The Catman Café (5-0)
• Swore in six new police officers and promoted four officers, including Francis Archer to Deputy Chief
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling over $8.5M and special events application for Troop 51 tree lot (5-0)
• Approved job description for Meal Site Aide at Council on Aging (5-0)
• Approved job description for Home-Delivered Meals Substitute Driver at Council on Aging (5-0)
• Tabled Auxiliary Officer job description pending research on conflicting firearm provisions
• Established working group to review insurance and benefits, with no more than seven members (5-0)
• Signed warrant for September 3, 2024 State Primary (5-0)

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee will review updates on free cash and the FY25 state budget impact, discuss the financial multi-year forecast, and consider a proposed budget timeline and process. They will also hear from the Assessor and receive updates on insurance/benefits, trash/recycling, and policy review.

• Discussion with the Assessor
• Free Cash Update and FY25 State Budget Impact
• Financial Multi-Year Forecast Review
• Budget Timeline and Process Proposal
• Updates on Insurance/Benefits and Trash/Recycling

The Budget Subcommittee met on August 5, 2024, and approved the July 11, 2024 minutes (5-0). They discussed vacant land classifications with the Town Assessor, reviewed free cash estimates ($3.8-$4.2M) and FY25 state aid increase ($260,000), and considered multi-year financial forecasts including public safety staffing additions. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved meeting minutes of July 11, 2024 (5-0)
• Discussed vacant land categories and buildable lots with Assessor
• Reviewed free cash estimate of $3.8-$4.2M for FY2024
• Noted $260,000 additional state aid for FY2025
• Discussed adding police officer and firefighter per year for four years
• Agreed to start FY2026 budget process earlier with 3% guideline

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and approve weekly motor vehicle abatements, commitments for 2024 and 2021, and previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss Appellate Tax Board cases with legal counsel. All items are procedural, with no specific property addresses or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and approval of weekly motor vehicle abatements
• Approval of Commitments 3 and 4 for 2024 and Commitment 8 for 2021
• Executive session to discuss ATB cases with Attorney James Sullivan

The Board of Assessors approved weekly motor vehicle abatements, Commitments 3 and 4 for 2024 and Commitment 8 for 2021, and the minutes from the July 10 meeting, all by unanimous vote. They also approved statutory exemptions for qualifying applicants under Sections 17D, 22, 22D, 22E, 37A, and 41C. The board entered executive session to review ATB cases and previous executive session minutes, and discussed a potential process for requesting more information from abatement applicants.

• Approved weekly motor vehicle abatements (unanimous)
• Approved Commitments 3 and 4 for 2024 and Commitment 8 for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved statutory exemptions for Sections 17D, 22, 22D, 22E, 37A, 41C (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to review ATB cases and previous executive session minutes (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will conduct routine business including reviewing weekly motor vehicle abatements and approving tax commitments. The meeting will also enter executive session to discuss pending Appellate Tax Board (ATB) cases with legal counsel.

• Review and approval of weekly motor vehicle abatements
• Approve Commitments 3 and 4 for 2024 and Commitment 8 for 2021
• Executive session to discuss ATB cases with Attorney James Sullivan

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee Policy Subcommittee will approve minutes from June 13 and July 16, 2024, and conduct a policy review of several items including student absences, discipline, harassment, non-discrimination, alcohol/drug policy, and advertising. They will also receive status updates on revolving accounts guidelines and remaining policies in Sections A, G, K, facilities, special education, and student health/wellness.

• Review of JH Student Absences and JHB Unexcused Absences and Truancy policies
• Review of JIC Student Discipline and JICK Harassment of Students policies
• Review of ACA Non-discrimination on the Basis of Sex and ADB Alcohol and Drug Policy
• Review of ILD Student Submission to Educational Surveys and Research and IIAE Reconsideration of Instructional Materials
• Status updates on revolving accounts guidelines and remaining Section A, G, K, facilities, special education, and student health/wellness policies

The Mansfield School Committee Budget Subcommittee met on July 31, 2024, to review several school policies. It recommended moving forward with revisions to policies on exclusions/exemptions from attendance, public solicitations, and administrative withdrawal for unexcused absences, as well as removing two policies from the manual. No final decisions were made; all recommendations are subject to full School Committee approval at upcoming meetings.

• Recommended revision of policy JHD Exclusions and Exemptions from School Attendance to full committee
• Recommended revision of policy KHA Public Solicitations in the Schools to full committee
• Recommended revision of policy JH School Attendance regarding 10-day absence/withdrawal to full committee
• Recommended removal of policies IAE Reconsideration of Instructional Resources and JHB Unexcused Absences and Truancy from policy manual
• Recommended no changes to policies ACA Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Sex and JIC Student Discipline
• Recommended adoption of new policy LD Student Submission to Educational Surveys and Research at August 13 meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss internal policies, department committee lists, ad-hoc committees, and the board calendar. They will also interview Ryan Martin and Kurt Ginthwain for a vacant Finance Committee seat and consider appointing one to an unexpired term ending December 31, 2027.

• Discussion of Select Board policies
• Discussion of town department and board/committee policies lists
• Discussion of ad-hoc committees and subcommittees
• Interview of Ryan Martin and Kurt Ginthwain for Finance Committee
• Consideration to appoint one candidate to Finance Committee (unexpired term to 2027)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss a pickleball/substitute policy brought by a visitor and review multiple facility use requests for fields and parks. Old business updates include the 250th Celebration Committee, Open Space Committee, and Memorial Park Master Plan. New business items cover an AED fundraiser, a soccer camp, tennis courts, and a turf field update.

• Visitor Joshua Dixon discusses pickleball and substitute policy
• MHS cross country meets at Memorial Park and Plymouth Street (Aug 6–Nov 22)
• Women's soccer use of Plymouth Street Turf Field (Sept–Nov dates)
• Old Business: Linda McCabe update on 250th Celebration Committee
• New Business: AED fundraiser with MFD/Recreation

The Mansfield Recreation Commission approved adding 'No Non-Registered Players, Guests, or Substitutes, Permitted' to the Fall Pickleball Co-Ed Recreational League registration form, responding to concerns about low attendance. The commission also approved multiple facility use requests from MHS, Women's Soccer, MUASC, Athletic Training World, and Mansfield Cricket Club. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on various projects and a resident's request for an additional AED at Plymouth Street was discussed.

• Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved adding 'No Non-Registered Players, Guests, or Substitutes, Permitted' to Fall Pickleball registration form (4-0)
• Approved MHS facility requests for Memorial Park and Plymouth Street Cross Country meets (4-0)
• Approved Women's Soccer Plymouth St. Turf Field dates (4-0)
• Approved MUASC Plymouth Street Turf/Grass fields dates, excluding Women's Soccer and MYS Columbus Day Tournament dates (4-0)
• Approved Athletic Training World youth personal training request (4-0)
• Approved Mansfield Cricket Club Memorial Park Baseball Field request (4-0)
• Agreed to send a letter to Mansfield Youth Soccer Board regarding second permit violation

Airport Commission

The Mansfield Airport Commission will meet to review routine reports including the Airport Manager's report on Gate D Replacement and the Airport Engineer's report on Master Plan Update, AWOS Update, Runway Permitting, and PAPI relocation. The meeting also includes approval of June minutes, safety and security report, treasurer's report, and public comments. No public hearings or votes on specific ordinances are scheduled.

• Gate D Replacement discussed under Airport Manager’s Report
• Master Plan Update from Airport Engineer
• AWOS (Automated Weather Observing System) Update
• Runway Permitting update
• PAPI (Precision Approach Path Indicator) relocation update

The Mansfield Airport Commission met on July 29, 2024, with three members present. They approved the payment of $15,415.49 for regular monthly expenses as listed in the Treasurer's report. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, with reports from the Airport Manager and Engineer, and the June minutes were deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved $15,415.49 in monthly expenses (3-0)
• Deferred approval of June 24, 2024 minutes to next meeting

Conservation Commission

The Mansfield Conservation Commission will hear multiple requests under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and local bylaw, including a determination for a hydraulic jet thruster on Greenwood Lake, a notice of intent for a house addition near wetlands with a variance request, and a notice of intent for bridge repairs on West and Spring Streets. The commission will also consider certificates of compliance for previous projects and receive administrative updates on dock policy and the Open Space and Recreation Plan.

• RDA for hydraulic jet thruster at 41 Lakeview Ave (Greenwood Lake)
• NOI for house addition at 10 Dane Street with variance from 25-foot No Disturb Zone
• NOI for bridge repairs to West Street Bridge and Spring Street Bridge
• RCOC for new home construction at 137 Old Elm St and 3 Bicentennial Court
• RDA for tree removal near Norton Reservoir at 15 Reservoir St

The Mansfield Conservation Commission voted 4-0 to issue a negative determination for Kevin Boyden, finding that the Aqua Thruster at 41 Lakeview Ave is not a jurisdictional activity under the Wetlands Protection Act. The Commission also approved a variance and Order of Conditions for an addition at 10 Dane Street, requiring a three-year Japanese Knotweed removal plan. Certificates of Compliance were issued for projects at 137 Old Elm St and 3 Bicentennial Court, and an Order of Conditions was approved for bridge repairs on West and Spring Streets.

• Issued negative determination for Aqua Thruster at 41 Lakeview Ave (4-0)
• Approved variance for 387 sq ft addition within 25-ft No Disturb Zone at 10 Dane Street (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 10 Dane Street addition with Knotweed mitigation (4-0)
• Issued Full Certificate of Compliance to Steve Hansen at 137 Old Elm St (4-0)
• Issued Full Certificate of Compliance to Nancy Giovino at 3 Bicentennial Court (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for West and Spring Street bridge repairs (4-0)
• Approved June 2024 minutes (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Mansfield Finance Committee will meet to discuss a budget transfer memo, receive a 2024 year-end update, and review the 2026 budget planning process and schedule. The agenda also includes policy review, a visit from the Select Board on September 18, and discussions on the committee's website and survey.

• Budget Transfer Memo from Assistant Town Manager/Finance Director (7/8/24) – discussion
• 2024 Year End Update
• 2026 Budget Planning Process Update and Schedule
• Policy Review and Discussion
• Select Board Visit on September 18

The Mansfield Finance Committee met on July 25, 2024, and approved the June 20, 2024 meeting minutes. The committee deferred discussion of the Budget Transfer Memo and the 2024 Year End Update to the next meeting because the Assistant Town Manager was on vacation. They also discussed the 2026 budget planning process, reviewed several financial policies, and scheduled a Select Board visit for September 18.

• Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Deferred Budget Transfer Memo discussion to next meeting
• Deferred 2024 Year End Update to next meeting
• Scheduled Select Board visit for September 18
• Adjourned meeting at 7:57 PM (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a continued public hearing regarding a three-lot subdivision at 19 Knight Way following a Land Court remand. The board will also hold a site plan approval hearing for a proposed bakery and restaurant at a decommissioned fire station.

• Public hearing for a three-lot Definitive Subdivision Plan at 19 Knight Way (FOD, LLC)
• Site Plan Approval hearing for a bakery and restaurant with rooftop seating at 291 North Main Street (Good Food LLC)
• Façade change review for Sephora at 280 School Street (Mansfield Crossing)
• Surety release request for Forest Heights Subdivision
• Appointment for one Downtown Committee seat expiring December 31, 2025

The Planning Board approved the release of surety funds for the Forest Heights subdivision and approved a facade color change for Sephora. The board continued the public hearing for the 19 Knight Way subdivision to September 11, 2024, and the hearing for the proposed bakery/restaurant at 291 North Main Street to August 28, 2024. The board also reorganized, electing Michael Feck as Chair and Sharon Friedman as Clerk, and appointed Ralph Penney to the Downtown Committee.

• Approved surety release for Forest Heights subdivision (7-0)
• Approved Sephora facade color change at Space #F160 (7-0)
• Continued 19 Knight Way subdivision hearing to Sept 11, 2024 (7-0)
• Continued 291 North Main Street bakery/restaurant hearing to Aug 28, 2024 (6-0)
• Elected Michael Feck as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Sharon Friedman as Clerk (6-0)
• Appointed Ralph Penney to Downtown Committee (6-0)
• Approved June 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will hold a regular meeting with an executive session for nonunion personnel negotiations. Public speak is scheduled, followed by administrative reports including an update on the logo design, the FY24 Q4 financial report, and summer projects. The committee will vote on multiple policy changes, including technology use policies, Title IX and discrimination procedures, and instructional materials policies. Other votes include a paraprofessional MOU regarding hall monitors and job descriptions for special education directors.

• Executive session for strategy on nonunion personnel negotiations (MGL c. 30A, §21(a) Exception 2)
• Vote on seven new technology policies (EHAA, EHB, GBEE, GBEE-R, IJND/IJNDC, IJNDB, IJNDB-R, JICJ, KDC, KDC-E, KDCB)
• Vote on Title IX and discrimination policy revisions (ACAB, ACAB-R, ACE, JIE)
• Vote on revised instructional material and library policies (IJ, IJ-R, IJL, IJLA) and deletion of policy ADA
• Vote on paraprofessional MOU for hall monitors and job descriptions for Director of Secondary and Elementary Special Education

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee Facilities Subcommittee will meet remotely to discuss facility usage fees, receive updates on current facilities projects and summer cleaning, and approve the minutes from March 21, 2024. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Approval of minutes from 03-21-24
• Discussion of Facility Usage Fees
• Update on Current Facilities Projects
• Update on Summer Cleaning

Animal Welfare Committee

The Mansfield Animal Welfare Committee will hold a routine meeting to review minutes from the previous meeting, receive the Animal Control Officer's report, and discuss current shelter populations, veterinary issues, maintenance, and staffing. No votes on ordinances, budgets, or contracts are scheduled.

• Animal Control Officer's report on field activities
• Report on current number of cats and dogs in the shelter
• Discussion of veterinary issues facing shelter animals
• Review of shelter maintenance needs and procedures
• Update on shelter staffing and operational procedures

The Mansfield Animal Welfare Committee did not hold its July 18, 2024 meeting because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or items discussed.

250th Celebration Committee

The committee will discuss and consider reports from advisory committees regarding fundraising, the 2025 Incorporation Day weekend, and a May 2025 parade. Members will also review proposals for a tree planting and the use of the 250th logo by outside groups.

• Fundraising and marketing outreach updates
• Proposed events for Incorporation Day Weekend 2025
• Proposed parade for May 2025
• Culture and Arts proposals including a gala, play, speakers, and air show
• Tree planting proposal for 2025

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee Budget Subcommittee will meet remotely to discuss updates on FY24 year-end numbers and summer projects, and begin discussions on the FY26 budget. No votes or specific dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from May 7, 2024
• Update on FY24 year-end numbers
• Update on summer projects
• Discussion regarding FY26 Budget

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mansfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance applications. First, a continued application by Xfinity/Live Nation for a variance to install a marquee sign at 885 S. Main Street in the Industrial 1 zone. Second, an application by Douglas Annino for a variance to allow a front yard setback of 11.1 feet (30 feet required) for a second-floor addition at 32 Cottage Street in the Residential 3 zone. The board will also review correspondence and approve June 18, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Continued application of Xfinity/Live Nation for a variance from Zoning Bylaw Section 230-4.7 for a proposed marquee sign at 885 S. Main Street (Assessor's Map/Parcel 016/011, I1 Zone)
• Application of Douglas Annino for a finding/variance from Zoning Bylaw Section 230-7.4.2A for a front yard setback of 11.1 feet where 30 feet is required (12.7 feet pre-existing) at 32 Cottage Street (Assessor's Map/Parcel 024/266, R3 Zone)
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from June 18, 2024

SRPEDD

The Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization (SMMPO) will vote on two proposed Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendments. Amendment #8 includes several changes: CTGP Vehicle Grants, cost adjustments for GATRA and SRTA projects, addition of a Steamship Authority project in Fairhaven for support vehicles and equipment, and a cost increase for Taunton's Broadway corridor improvements. Amendment #9 proposes a cost increase for the New Bedford bridge replacement on I-195. The board will also approve prior minutes and hear public comments.

• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024
• FFY24-28 TIP Amendment #8: addition of Steamship Authority project #12999 in Fairhaven for purchase of support vehicles and equipment
• FFY24-28 TIP Amendment #8: cost increase for Taunton corridor improvements on Broadway (Route 138) from Purchase Street to Jackson Street, Phase 2
• FY24-28 TIP Amendment #9: cost increase for New Bedford bridge replacement project N-06-020 on I-195 (project 606527)
• Public comments and Regional Transit Authorities updates

School Committee

The Policy Subcommittee is meeting to consider the removal of one policy and revisions to several others. The body will also consider the adoption of new policies regarding technology use and library materials. One policy regarding advertising in schools is scheduled for first review.

• Consideration of removing policy ADA School District Goals and Objectives
• Proposed revisions to policies on Sexual Harassment, Alcohol and Drug Use, and Negotiation Goals
• Consideration of new policies for Staff and Student Use of Technology and Digital Resources
• Consideration of new policies for Library-Media Materials Selection and Adoption
• First review of policy KHB Advertising in Schools

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to welcome new members. The agenda contains no other listed business or decision items.

• Welcome new members

Industrial & Development Commission

The Industrial Development Commission will meet to review several town programs. The agenda includes discussions on strategic planning, the Sign & Façade Program, and business development updates.

• Strategic Planning
• Sign & Façade Program
• Downtown initiatives
• Business Development & Outreach Updates

Board of Health

The Mansfield Board of Health will review repeat food violations at Bertuccis and Longhorn Steakhouse. The board is scheduled to discuss a vote on modifying the Schedule of Fees and receive updates regarding permit suspensions for The Tattoo Jar and Envision Hotel Pool.

• Discussion and vote on modifying Board of Health Schedule of Fees
• Review of repeat food violations at Bertuccis and Longhorn Steakhouse
• Permit suspension for The Tattoo Jar, Body Art Establishment
• Update on permit suspension for Envision Hotel Pool
• Updates on public health grants and PFAS

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee will review line-by-line financial forecasts and discuss the FY 25 budget timeline and process. The meeting also includes updates on insurance, benefits, and trash/recycling mechanisms.

• Approval of meeting minutes from March 27, April 4, May 1, and June 6, 2024
• Review of line-by-line financial forecasts
• Discussion of FY 25 budget timeline and process
• Updates on insurance coverage for property, liability, and cyber
• Discussion regarding ballot process options

Select Board

The Mansfield Select Board will discuss police department job descriptions and the implementation of body-worn cameras. The meeting includes interviews for the Board of Registrar of Voters and consideration of several local business licenses. The board will also review various town vendor warrants and payroll amounts.

• Interviews for Board of Registrar of Voters positions
• Common Victualler License for Arman’s Pizza and Grill
• Special event applications for Mansfield Girls Softball and Shovel Town Brewery
• Police Department job descriptions and new employee list additions
• Approval of vendor warrants, including a $7,247,536.47 payment

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and approve weekly motor vehicle abatements. The board also scheduled an executive session to discuss a real estate abatement denial and review ATB cases.

• Review and approval of weekly motor vehicle abatements
• Discussion regarding a real estate abatement denial
• Review of ATB cases in executive session

Open Space And Recreation Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the Open Space and Recreation Plan with SRPEDD and Steering Committee members. The discussion includes reviewing findings from the second public workshop and reviewing draft versions of the Action Plan and the Open Space & Recreation Plan.

• Review of 2nd Public Workshop findings
• Review of draft Action Plan
• Review of draft Open Space & Recreation Plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding a previously denied application for a three-lot subdivision plan at 19 Knight Way. This hearing follows an order from the Massachusetts Land Court to review the application. The board will also discuss reorganization and approve minutes from June 12, 2024.

• Continued public hearing for a three-lot subdivision plan at 19 Knight Way
• Planning Board Reorganization
• Approval of June 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Airport Commission

The committee reviewed the FY25 budget planning calendar and various school district policies. Members approved a $1.50 per hour increase for Food Services Unit staff through a memorandum of agreement. They also discussed upcoming state audits and student MCAS scores.

• Approved $1.50 per hour pay increase for Food Services Unit employees
• Approved 2025 World Travel Trip to Berlin, Prague, Krakow, and Budapest
• Supported technology warrant article for Town Meeting
• Adopted policy EFE regarding Civil Rights Complaints for Child Nutrition Programs
• Increased procurement dollar limits from $50,000 to $100,000 in the Internal Funds Control Manual

Animal Welfare Committee

The committee will review reports from the Animal Control Officer and updates regarding animals in the shelter. Discussion items include veterinary issues, shelter maintenance, and staffing procedures.

• Animal Control Officer's Report
• Report on cats and dogs in the shelter
• Shelter maintenance and staffing discussions

Finance Committee

The committee will review FY 24 year-end financial updates and the FY 25 fiscal update. Discussion will include the FY 26 budget process, specifically regarding trash fee scenarios and town/school cost-sharing agreements. The meeting also includes a review of the debt funding schedule.

• Vote on Reserve Fund Transfer Requests
• FY 24 year-end financial updates
• Review of FY 26 Budget Process
• Discussion of Trash Fee Scenarios
• Approval of April and May meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a variance for a proposed marquee sign at 885 S. Main Street. The board will also review a finding request for a deck reconstruction on Brown Ave and note a withdrawal request regarding an East Street residential application.

• Proposed marquee sign at 885 S. Main Street
• Deck reconstruction finding at 115 Brown Ave
• Withdrawal of single-family residence application off East Street

250th Celebration Committee

The 250th Celebration Committee will review reports from several advisory committees regarding upcoming events. The agenda includes updates on fundraising, Incorporation Day Weekend 2025, a May 2025 parade, and culture and arts programming.

• Fundraising and Marketing Advisory Committee report
• Incorporation Day Weekend 2025 event proposals
• May 2025 parade proposal
• Culture and Arts Advisory Committee event proposals
• June 2025 airport event update

SRPEDD

The SMMPO is reviewing several amendments to the 2024–2028 Transportation Improvement Program. These proposals include adding bus stop signage improvements and adjusting costs for GATRA and SRTA projects. The meeting also includes a review of the draft 2025 Unified Planning Work Program.

• Addition of bus stop signage improvements (Project SRTA011717)
• Cost changes for GATRA and SRTA projects
• CTGP Vehicle Grants and Steamship Authority project in Fairhaven
• Cost increase for Taunton corridor improvements on Broadway
• Extension of the GATRA contract within the UPWP administrative adjustment

Non-Profit Gift Fund

The Non-Profit Gift Fund Committee will hold an election of officers and approve minutes from June 7, 2023. The committee is also scheduled to discuss 2024 grant requests.

• Election of Officers
• Approval of June 7, 2023 Minutes
• 2024 Grant requests

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board will discuss upcoming senior programs, including Senior Prom and Summer Break. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Friends of COA and Senior Safety Day.

• Friends of COA Update
• Family Fun Night
• Senior Safety Day Update
• Senior Prom
• Summer Break

Town-School Needs Assessment Committee

The Town and School Needs Assessment Committee will work on developing a ranking system for projects and a timeline. The committee will also begin an overview of critical school projects.

• Development of a ranking system for projects and a timeline
• Overview of critical school projects
• Review and approval of prior meeting minutes

Industrial & Development Commission

The meeting includes discussions regarding the Sign & Façade Program and Downtown. The agenda also covers Business Development & Outreach Updates and Key Partnerships. No specific details or decisions are provided in this document.

• Sign & Façade Program
• Downtown
• Discover Mansfield
• Business Development & Outreach Updates

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet to review several existing school policies. Discussion topics include policies related to Title IX, Special Education, and Health Services. The committee will also address MASC policy changes and revolving fund guidelines.

• Approval of May 08, 2024 minutes
• Review of policies for Title IX, Special Education, and Health Services
• Discussion of MASC policy changes for Sections A, B, and C
• Review of Advertising in Schools Policy
• Review of Revolving Fund Guidelines

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider amending regulations for subsurface sewage disposal and adopting new bodyworks regulations. The meeting also includes discussions regarding potential changes to the Board's schedule of fees and updates on opioid abatement funding.

• Vote to amend Subsurface Disposal of Sanitary Sewage regulations
• Vote to adopt Bodyworks Regulation
• Discussion on modifying the Board of Health Schedule of Fees
• Trattoria Romana update
• Opioid Abatement Funding update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a presentation from the Southeastern Regional Planning & Economic Development District. The board will also discuss draft zoning strategies and bylaws for a future housing visioning area. A public hearing regarding a three-lot subdivision at 19 Knight Way is scheduled, though the applicant has requested to continue it until June 26.

• Public hearing for a three-lot subdivision plan at 19 Knight Way (requested continuance to June 26)
• SRPEDD PDA/PPA presentation
• Discussion of draft zoning strategies and bylaws for housing visioning area

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review reports from the secretary, treasurer, and librarian. The meeting also includes an annual evaluation of the Director and a discussion regarding the FY25 Action Plan.

• Director's annual evaluation
• FY25 Action Plan discussion
• Secretary's report
• Treasurer's report
• Librarian’s report

Keep Mansfield Beautiful

The Keep Mansfield Beautiful committee will discuss the 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Ups and various community maintenance programs. The agenda includes reviews of flower barrels, painted barrels, and litter cleanup initiatives.

• 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Ups
• Flower Barrels and Painted Barrels
• Adopt-a Spot and Adopt-A-Street programs
• Monthly Litter Cleanup Crew

School Committee

The School Committee will consider policy changes regarding wellness and meal charges. The meeting also includes discussions on school nurse appointments and the Superintendent's end-of-year evaluation.

• Vote on food service policies including EFC Food Services Management and EFD Unpaid Meal Charges
• Consideration of a school nurse appointment
• Review of Superintendent Murphy's end-of-year evaluation
• Discussion regarding Superintendent contract changes
• Budget subcommittee report

Conservation Commission

The Mansfield Conservation Commission will review development requests that determine whether construction near protected wetlands and water bodies complies with state law. Members will discuss a variance for a home addition at 10 Dane Street, evaluate jurisdiction over a lake thruster at Greenwood Lake, and process compliance certificates for projects at 111 Plymouth Street, 881 Maple Street, and 19 Sean Drive. The commission will also review trail map signage and approve April meeting minutes.

• Variance request for a home addition at 10 Dane Street near Bordering Vegetated Wetlands
• Jurisdiction determination for a hydraulic thruster installation in Greenwood Lake (41 Lakeview Ave)
• Compliance certificates for new construction projects at 111 Plymouth Street, 881 Maple Street, and 19 Sean Drive
• Discussion on signage for Conservation Area trail maps

Light Commissioners

The Light Commissioners will review April 2024 MMED financials and MMWEC rate comparisons. The board will also discuss tree trimming proposals and an office renovation project. Additionally, they may consider a vote regarding the General Manager's contract.

• Potential vote to adjust General Manager salary and/or contract
• Review of April 2024 MMED financials
• Review of MMWEC rate comparisons
• Review of tree trimming solicitation proposals and award memorandum
• Review of Office Renovation project with TBA Architects

Mansfield Local Cultural Council

The council will review reports from the Secretary and Treasurer. Members will discuss the Grantee Reception Update and may vote on whether to continue based on attendance numbers. The meeting also includes an update from the 250th Anniversary Committee.

• Grantee Reception Update and potential vote
• 250th Anniversary Committee update
• Secretary's Report
• Treasurer's Report

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee will discuss the FY 26 budget planning timeline and summer meeting schedule. The committee will also consider reorganizing and reviewing its scope of work for the year.

• Approval of April 10, 2024, and March 13, 2024, meeting minutes
• Committee reorganization
• FY 26 budget planning timeline discussion
• Summer meeting schedule discussion
• Review of annual scope of work

Housing Authority

The Mansfield Housing Authority will hold a public hearing regarding its 2025 Annual Plan. The board will also consider approving May 2024 warrants totaling $502,567.03 and a change order for parking lot and roadway repavement. Additionally, the board will discuss an application for the Bicentennial Land Development Project.

• Public hearing on the 2025 Annual Plan
• Approval of May 2024 warrants totaling $502,567.03
• Change Order #8 for parking lot and roadway repavement
• Discussion of Bicentennial Land Development Project application

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding an all-alcohol license for Alba Restaurant at 30 Reservoir Street. The meeting includes discussions on the summer meeting schedule and a request for proposals for town counsel services. Additionally, the board will consider various vendor warrants and payroll approvals.

• Public hearing for an all-alcohol license for Alba Restaurant Mansfield, Inc.
• Reappointment of Michael A. Trowbridge, Sr. to the Regional Wastewater District
• Request for Proposal (RFP) for Town Counsel Services
• Approval of electric vendor warrant for $1,437,206.39
• Approval of school payroll warrant for $1,936,417.69

School Committee

The Mansfield School Committee will discuss subcommittee appointments and various policy deletions and revisions. The meeting also includes updates on the District Improvement Plan, school security cameras, and an educational space study.

• Vote on subcommittee appointments
• Policy deletion regarding support staff suspension and dismissal
• Policy revisions for buildings and grounds security and facility use
• Update on the Educational Space Study
• Status update on the District Improvement Plan

Board of Assessors

The Board will review weekly motor vehicle abatements and the March 27, 2024 meeting minutes. The agenda includes reviewing FY 2025 preliminary real estate and personal property tax warrants. An executive session is also scheduled to discuss a denied real estate abatement.

• Weekly motor vehicle abatements
• FY 2025 Preliminary Real Estate Tax Warrant
• FY 2025 Preliminary Personal Property Tax Warrant
• 2024 Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Warrant

School Committee

The School Committee will consider handbooks for MHS, QMS, and elementary schools. The meeting includes a presentation on School Improvement Plans and an administrative report regarding Senior Activities. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss bargaining strategy for the Mansfield Paraprofessional’s Bargaining Unit.

• Consideration of MHS, QMS, and Elementary handbooks
• Presentation and discussion of School Improvement Plans
• Executive session regarding Mansfield Paraprofessional’s Bargaining Unit strategy
• Superintendent report on Senior Activities

School Committee

The School Committee will reorganize its board and subcommittees. Members will discuss and vote on the QMS Program of Studies, fees for lost or damaged technology equipment, and the Superintendent's appointment to the BICO Board.

• Vote on QMS Program of Studies
• Vote on damaged or lost technology equipment fees
• Vote on Superintendent Murphy’s appointment to BICO Board
• Reorganization of School Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of warrant memo dated 05-10-24

Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is reviewing facility use requests for various youth sports and community events. The body is also discussing updates on the Memorial Park Master Plan Study and the 250th Celebration Committee.

• Facility use for Mansfield Youth Soccer, Football, and Cheer
• South Common permits for Juneteenth Ceremony, End of School Celebration, and Abolition Day
• Memorial Park Master Plan Study update
• Fall program registration starting July 29
• Great Duck Race scheduled for June 26

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review reports from the airport manager and engineer. Discussions include updates to the Master Plan, AWOS, and runway permitting. The commission will also consider new business regarding rotary, softball, and bike events.

• Master Plan Update
• AWOS Update
• Runway Permitting
• PAPI relocation
• Rotary, Softball, and Bike Events

Light Commissioners

The Municipal Electric Commission is meeting to conduct a reorganization of the commission. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Reorganization of the Municipal Electric Commission

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING/ELECTIONS

Town residents will vote on budget appropriations for municipal departments and the public school system for FY2025. The meeting includes proposals for capital improvement funding, tax exemptions, and several zoning bylaw amendments.

• FY2025 budget appropriations for municipal departments and the Mansfield Public School System
• FY2025 budget for Water, Sewer, Airport, and Parking Enterprise Funds
• Funding for the Capital Improvement Program Committee's recommended projects
• Zoning amendment to the Mansfield Station Revitalization Overlay District for MBTA Communities Law compliance
• Proposed 100% real estate tax exemptions for FY2025 per M.G.L. Chapter 59

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to discuss and consider Town Meeting Warrant Articles. The meeting will then adjourn so members can attend Mansfield’s Annual Town Meeting.

• Discussion and consideration of Town Meeting Warrant Articles

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to discuss and consider Town Meeting Warrant Articles. The session will conclude with attendance at Mansfield’s Annual Town Meeting.

• Discussion and consideration of Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss and consider Town Meeting Warrant Articles. The meeting includes attendance at Mansfield’s Annual Town Meeting.

• Discussion and consideration of Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Exec. Board Mtg.

The Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Executive Committee will review March meeting minutes and receive HMCC program updates. The agenda includes discussions on BP1 focus areas, budget status, and state-level updates. Planners noted that EDS plans are complete.

• Approval of March Meeting Minutes
• HMCC Program update
• BP1 Focus Areas/Priorities
• Budget updates
• EDS plan completion notice

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board will meet to elect officers and receive reports from the treasurer and director. The board is scheduled to discuss updates regarding the building and the Veteran Memorial.

• Voting for Officers
• Building Update
• Veteran Memorial Update
• Public Housing Programming
• Yard Sale planning

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mansfield Zoning Board of Appeals will consider continued applications for residential projects. This includes a variance request for a single-family home off East Street and a finding for an addition at 10 Dane Street.

• Variance request for a single-family residence off East Street
• Finding for an addition and front porch at 10 Dane Street
• Review of April 30, 2024 meeting minutes

Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition Mtg.

The coalition is meeting to review emergency preparedness plans and budget updates. The session includes a presentation by CatchCorp and updates from the HMCC and Regional DPH Coordinator.

• Distribution of completed EDS Plans
• Review of Stoughton TTX conducted April 25th
• HMCC budget updates or modifications
• Presentation by Daniel Wells of CatchCorp

SRPEDD

The South Metropolitan Mayors' Planning Organization (SMMPO) will discuss and vote on amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The body is also reviewing the draft FFY2025-2029 TIP and the FFY2025 Unified Planning Work Program.

• TIP Amendment #6: Cost increase and description change for Marion-Wareham Bridge Replacement (Route 6 over Weweantic River)
• TIP Amendment #7: Addition of project SRTA011717 for bus stop signage improvements
• Endorsement of the Draft FFY2025-2029 TIP
• Release of the Draft FFY2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) to a 21-day comment period

Downtown Comm.

The Downtown Committee will meet to receive updates on specific infrastructure projects. The body will discuss the status of a traffic box and ongoing construction.

• Update on 250th Traffic Box at North/South Main St @ West/East St
• Update on construction at Harry Chase Place

Special Town Meeting Article Presentation

The town will hold a presentation regarding articles for a Special Town Meeting. The provided agenda contains only meeting logistics and no specific articles or discussion items.

Animal Welfare Committee

The Animal Welfare Committee will meet to review reports from the Animal Control Officer and updates on animals in shelters and foster care. The body will also discuss veterinary issues and shelter maintenance.

• Animal Control Officer's Report
• Report on Cats and Dogs in Shelter
• Report on Pets in Foster Care
• Shelter Maintenance Issues

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss FY 24 financial updates and the FY 25 budget. The body is scheduled to review and vote on Town Meeting articles and discuss trash and recycling fees.

• Review and vote on Town Meeting Articles
• Discussion of Trash and Recycling Fee
• FY 24 Financial Updates
• FY 25 Budget Update
• Town Meeting Fin Com Presentation and Message

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles and a Common Victualler License for Juicygreens. The meeting includes a reorganization of the board and a budget update for Fiscal Year 2025. The board will also consider several vendor and payroll warrants.

• Discussion of 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Common Victualler License for Juicygreens at Mansfield
• Town Vendor Warrants totaling $3,823,830.47 and $220,431.73
• Electric Vendor Warrants totaling $1,628,334.98 and $133,246.45
• School Vendor Warrant for $1,033,707.61

Mansfield High School - School Council

The Mansfield High School School Council will meet to review the draft School Improvement Plan and planned handbook updates. The council will also review and approve minutes from the March 6, 2024 meeting.

• Review of draft School Improvement Plan
• Review of planned handbook updates
• Approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes

250th Celebration Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss and consider reports from various advisory committees regarding the town's 250th celebration. The session focuses on approving plans for events, the 2025 Incorporation Day Weekend, and a May 2025 parade.

• Culture and Arts Advisory Committee proposals including a gala, play, speakers, and air show
• Incorporation Day Advisory Committee proposed events for 2025
• Parade Advisory Committee proposal for a May 2025 parade
• Fundraising and Marketing items: sponsorship letter, non-profit gift fund application, and website update
• Airport event update for June 2025

Keep Mansfield Beautiful

The Keep Mansfield Beautiful committee is meeting to discuss various town beautification and maintenance programs. The agenda focuses on clean-up initiatives and the management of barrels and adoption programs.

• 2024 Great Mansfield Clean-Up
• Flower Barrels
• Painted Barrels
• Adopt-a Spot and Adopt-A-Street programs
• Monthly Litter Cleanup Crew

Mansfield Local Cultural Council

The Local Cultural Council will meet to review reports from the secretary and treasurer. The body will discuss the 250th Anniversary Committee and a grantee reception.

• 250th Anniversary Committee discussion
• Grantee Reception planning

Mansfield Housing Corporation

The Mansfield Housing Corporation will meet to review the treasurer's and secretary's reports. The body will discuss a Town Meeting article and identify topics for future discussion.

• Treasurer’s Report
• Secretary’s Report — Minutes
• Discussion regarding Town Meeting article

Industrial & Development Commission

The Industrial Development Commission will meet to discuss the Sign & Façade Program and downtown initiatives. The agenda also includes updates on business development, outreach, and the commission's webpage.

• Sign & Façade Program
• Downtown initiatives
• Discover Mansfield
• IDC Webpage
• Business Development & Outreach updates

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct public hearings regarding sewage disposal requirements and bodyworks regulations. The meeting also includes updates on tobacco permit suspensions, public health nursing, and various department grants.

• Public Hearing: Requirements for the Subsurface Disposal of Sanitary Sewage
• Public Hearing: Bodyworks Regulation
• Repeat P/Pf violation discussion regarding New York Pizza and Buffalo Wild Wings
• Mansfield Tobacco Control Program- Tobacco Sales Permit Suspension Policy update
• Discussion on possible support of Action for Paint Stewardship

Housing Authority

The Mansfield Housing Authority will review financial reports and vote on several administrative agreements. The board is deciding on a project extension and additional funding for siding replacement.

• Approval of Warrant #432 for April 2024 in the amount of $467,564.35
• Change Order #1 for $116,775.93 and a 90-day extension for Park Street Siding Replacement Project #167102
• Approval of the HUD Five Year and Annual Plan
• Resident Service Coordinator Management Agreement with the Seekonk Housing Authority
• Approval for the Authority to be a panelist for the Special Purpose Voucher Conference in Washington, DC

Select Board

The Select Board will present the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and discuss articles for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant. The board will also consider a re-vote on trash fees and appointments to the Joint Transportation Planning Group.

• Rescind and re-vote trash fee without the creation of the Revolving Fund
• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Presentation
• Discussion of 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Appointment of Kevin Dumas and Josh Reinke to the Joint Transportation Planning Group

School Committee

The Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates to school policies and guidelines. The session focuses on reviewing specific policy sections and student handbook regulations.

• Advertising in Schools Policy
• Student Handbooks policies
• Responsible Use and related Policies
• MASC Policy Changes for Sections B and C
• Revolving Fund Guidelines

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing for a three-lot subdivision plan at 19 Knight Way following a Land Court order. The board will also discuss zoning strategies for a future housing visioning area and review a site plan for a restaurant façade.

• Public hearing for FOD, LLC three-lot Definitive Subdivision Plan at 19 Knight Way
• Site Plan Administrative Approval for Sweetgreen restaurant façade changes at 280 School St. (Mansfield Crossing) Suite D-115
• Discussion of draft zoning strategies and bylaws for future housing visioning area
• Reappointment of Sharon Friedman to the Open Space and Recreation Committee
• Preparation for Annual Town Meeting presentation

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review the FY24 Action Plan and the Director's annual evaluation. The board will also discuss pricing for public printing, overdue fines, and rules for the Library of Things.

• FY24 Action Plan update
• Director's annual evaluation
• Public printing pricing
• Library of Things Rules and Waiver
• Overdue Fines

School Committee

The Budget Subcommittee is meeting to discuss financial updates and food services. The body will review third-quarter figures for fiscal year 2024.

• Update of FY24 Q3 Financial Figures
• Update on Food Services Plans and Revolving Account usage

School Committee

The School Committee will receive administrative reports regarding school choice, financial updates, and facilities projects. The agenda includes discussions on special education, a field trip to Roger Williams Zoo, and town meeting warrant articles.

• FY24 Q3 Financial Update
• Robinson School Field Trip to Roger Williams Zoo
• Consideration of Warrant Articles for Town Meeting
• MHS Flex Block Agreement vote

School Committee

The Facilities Subcommittee is meeting to discuss facility usage fees and QMS modular structures. The body will also receive updates on current facilities projects.

• Discussion of Facility Usage Fees
• Update on Current Facilities Projects
• Discussion of QMS Modular Structures

School Committee

The School Committee is meeting with the Finance Committee and Select Board. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Discussion among Tri-Board (Finance Committee, School Committee and Select Board)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting with the School Committee and Select Board. The purpose of the joint session is to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget discussion among Tri-Board (Finance Committee, School Committee and Select Board)

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. This discussion involves the Tri-Board, consisting of the Finance Committee, School Committee, and Select Board.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget discussion among the Finance Committee, School Committee, and Select Board

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget with the Finance Committee and School Committee. The board is also considering the establishment of a trash fee and authorizing grant applications for lead and copper rule compliance engineering services.

• Discussion and consideration to establish a trash fee
• FY2025 Budget discussion among Tri-Board (Finance Committee, School Committee, and Select Board)
• Authorization for Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Engineering Services grants and loans
• Approval of Town Vendor Warrants totaling $604,453.72 and Electric Vendor Warrants totaling $141,960.57
• Revised Commercial Parking Lot License for Mass Arts Center at 888 South Main Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mansfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on five applications seeking zoning variances or findings. Most requests ask for relief from front or side yard setback rules to allow residential additions. One application continues a proposal by Spring Street Mill, LLC to add 12 units to an existing apartment building and reduce required parking spaces per unit. These hearings determine whether specific properties can be modified or expanded under current town zoning rules.

• Spring Street Mill, LLC seeks approval to add 12 units to a 55+ apartment building at 68 Spring St and reduce parking from two to 1.5 spaces per unit.
• Robert King and Gary Jordan request a front yard setback variance for a farmer’s porch at 14 Jason Lane.
• Fred J. Barrows and Robert H. Barrows, Jr. seek lot size and width variances to build a single-family residence off East Street.
• Paul Jodice applies for findings to add structures at 43 Lakeview Ave and 10 Dane Street, including a front porch extending the required setback.
• Roman Nazareth and Marina Furman request a side yard setback variance for a property at 61 Elyse Road.

Jordan Jackson School Council

The Jordan/Jackson School Council is meeting to approve previous minutes and conduct work regarding the school's mission and vision. The session includes an open discussion period.

• Approval of 3/19/24 meeting minutes
• Jordan/Jackson Mission & Vision Work

Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is discussing facility use for soccer and field hockey at Plymouth Street Fields. The body is also receiving updates on the town's 250th celebration and the Open Space and Recreation Plan.

• Attleboro Men’s Soccer use of Plymouth Street Turf Field from April 7 to June 16
• 250th celebration events including a May 17, 2025 parade and June 14, 2025 Air Show
• Open Space and Recreation Plan public workshop on May 13 at Mansfield Public Library
• MHS Field Hockey and Youth Field Hockey clinic requests for Plymouth Street Fields in July and August
• 2024 MHS Scholarship Award

Qualters Middle School Council

The QMS School Council will discuss budgetary reductions for fiscal year 2025 and related changes to school offerings. The meeting also includes a review of the program of studies for math, world language, and literacy, as well as a proposed handbook change regarding headphones.

• FY 25 budgetary reductions at QMS
• Changes to school offerings following district reviews
• Program of studies review for Math, World Language, and Literacy
• Proposed handbook change regarding headphones

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several requests regarding construction near wetlands and the use of a hydraulic jet thruster in Greenwood Lake. Items include determinations for deck and house additions, as well as notices of intent for work within flood zones.

• RDA: Amy Garrabrant, 534 East Street (three-season deck near Bordering Vegetated Wetland)
• NOI: James IV & Stephanie Parker, 10 Dane Street (house addition and variance request for No Disturb Zone)
• RDA: Kevin Boyden, 41 Lakeview Ave. (installation of a hydraulic jet thruster in Greenwood Lake)
• NOI: Igor & Faina Schwartz, 43 Lakeview Ave (house addition within FEMA Flood Zone and near Inland Bank)

Trash Fee Public Engagement Session

The Town Manager is conducting community engagement workshops to present information regarding trash fees. Residents can attend these sessions to hear a presentation and provide questions and comments.

• Town Manager's presentation on trash fees
• Resident question and comment period

Trash Fee Public Engagement Session

The Town Manager is conducting community engagement workshops to present information regarding trash fees. Residents can attend these sessions to hear a presentation and provide questions and comments.

• Town Manager's presentation on trash fees
• Resident question and comment period

Trash Fee Public Engagement Session

The Town Manager is conducting community engagement workshops concerning the trash fee. These sessions include a presentation by the Town Manager followed by time for resident questions and comments.

• Town Manager’s Presentation on Trash Fee
• Resident Questions and Comments

School Committee

The Facilities Subcommittee will meet remotely to discuss facility usage fees and receive updates on current facilities projects. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the March 21, 2024, meeting.

• Discussion of Facility Usage Fees
• Update on Current Facilities Projects
• Approval of March 21, 2024, minutes

Animal Welfare Committee

The Animal Welfare Committee will meet to review reports from the Animal Control Officer. The body will discuss the status of cats and dogs in the shelter, pets in foster care, and veterinary and maintenance issues.

• Animal Control Officer’s Report
• Report on Cats and Dogs in Shelter
• Veterinary Issues
• Report on Pets in Foster Care
• Shelter Maintenance Issues

250th Celebration Committee

The 250th Celebration Committee is reviewing proposed events and outreach plans. Discussion includes reports from advisory committees regarding culture, arts, incorporation day, and a parade.

• Culture and Arts Advisory Committee event proposals
• Incorporation Day Weekend 2025 event proposals
• May 2025 parade proposals
• Fundraising and marketing outreach including sponsorship letters
• Light Box Artwork Approval Update

Select Board

The Select Board will attend a tri-board meeting with the Budget Subcommittee. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

School Committee

The School Committee will attend a Tri-Board meeting with the Budget Subcommittee. The purpose is to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and the summer meeting schedule.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Discussion of Summer Meeting Schedule

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will attend a Tri-Board meeting with the Budget Subcommittee. The discussion focuses on the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget.

• Tri-Board Meeting regarding Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

Robinson School Council

The Robinson School Council will meet to review and approve the minutes from the March 20th meeting, discuss the Student Handbook, and consider the School Improvement Plan for 2024/2025. The council's responsibilities include adopting educational goals, identifying student needs, reviewing the school budget, and formulating the improvement plan.

• Review and approve minutes from March 20th meeting
• Discussion of Student Handbook
• School Improvement Plan 24/25

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting continued public hearings to amend Town Zoning Bylaws and the board's own Policies & Procedures. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding litigation strategy for FOD, LLC v. Town of Mansfield Planning Board.

• Proposed expansion of Mansfield Station Revitalization Overlay District (MSROD) along Oakland Street
• Proposed amendment to the Recreational Facilities Definition (§230-3.2.D)
• Proposed special permit for open space percentage relief for PBD and Industrially zoned land
• Proposed update to Zoning Board of Appeals associate member terms
• Public hearing to amend Planning Board Site Plan Approval and Special Permit Rules and Regulations

Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget with the Select Board, School Committee, and Finance Committee. The body will also determine its summer meeting schedule.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Establishment of Summer Meeting Schedule

Audit Committee