{
 "city": "Marblehead",
 "state": "MA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/marbleheadma.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-05",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Compensation Committee Meeting AMENDED",
   "headline": "Compensation Committee to vote on job descriptions for tech and library roles",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Compensation Committee will meet on July 30, 2026, to vote on job descriptions for the Director of Technology and IT & Communication Specialist, and to discuss classification and starting steps for several library positions. The agenda includes votes on job descriptions and starting steps for roles at Abbot Public Library.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-30-Compensation-Committee-Agenda-AMENDED.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Task Force Against Discrimination Meeting",
   "headline": "Task Force discusses police, schools, and community events",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Task Force Against Discrimination will hear updates from the police chief, public schools, and organizers of Juneteenth and Pride celebrations. The group will also discuss a new sticker project, a book project, and future planning.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-30-Task-Force-Against-Discrimination-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-29",
   "body": "Board of Assessors Meeting",
   "headline": "Board of Assessors to approve minutes and vehicle abatement contract",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Board of Assessors will meet to review and approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss a motor vehicle abatement form and a contract with Cartographic Associates, Inc. (CAI). The meeting notice is posted in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-29-Board-of-Assessors-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Board of Health Meeting",
   "headline": "Board of Health to discuss repeal of Article II Offenses Involving a Minor",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Board of Health will hold a hybrid meeting on July 28, 2026, to discuss the repeal of Article II Offenses Involving a Minor and receive an update on Creating a Healthier Marblehead. The agenda also includes routine waste management bills and health news, followed by public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-28-Board-of-Health-Agenda-1.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Municipal Light Board Meeting",
   "headline": "Light Board to review heatwave response and discuss winter rates",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Municipal Light Board will hold a hybrid meeting on July 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes an after-action review of the board's response to the July heatwave, a discussion of winter seasonal rates, and updates on the Village 13 project and battery energy storage system.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-28-Municipal-Light-Board-Agenda-.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting",
   "headline": "ZBA to hear 8 variance and special permit requests for residential projects",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider eight applications for zoning variances and special permits, primarily for residential additions and changes of use. One application (33 Roosevelt Avenue) has been withdrawn by the applicant. A continued hearing from May 26, 2026, will also be held for 29 Manataug Trail.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-28-Zoning-Board-of-Appeals-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Town Charter Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "Charter Committee to finalize draft for Select Board submission",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Town Charter Committee will meet to discuss and finalize a clean draft of the proposed charter, including feedback from town counsel, and to review a draft memo to the Select Board. The committee will also consider three town government organization charts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-28-Town-Charter-Committee-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Complete Streets Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "Complete Streets Committee to discuss FY2027 grant and prioritization plan",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Complete Streets Committee will meet to review the FY2027 MassDOT Complete Streets Round 1 Grant application, including the Pleasant Street Corridor project, and discuss the Complete Streets Prioritization Plan. The meeting will also include public comment and approval of previous meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-27-Complete-Streets-Committee-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-24",
   "body": "Select Board Meeting",
   "headline": "Select Board holds retreat to review FY2026 goals and set FY2027 goals",
   "summary": "The Select Board is meeting for a retreat to review the Finance Director's update, discuss FY2026 goals, and set goals for FY2027. The agenda is subject to change.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-24-Select-Board-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Select Board Meeting AMENDED",
   "headline": "Select Board to vote on senior tax exemption, town planner appointment, and restaurant license transfers",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Select Board will vote on appointing Jacinta Williams as Town Planner, a senior tax exemption presentation from the Finance Committee, and a public hearing on transferring the liquor license for Fen Yang Restaurant at 12 School Street. Other votes include temporary parking restrictions for the Municipal Light Department, a hold harmless agreement for police services with Nahant, and a request to use land for a commercial lobster shanty. The board will also discuss the CFO search and consider a Public Employee Committee contract.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-22-Select-Board-Agenda-AMENDED.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Select Board Meeting",
   "headline": "Select Board to discuss collective bargaining strategies in executive session",
   "summary": "The Select Board will convene in public session, then vote to enter executive session to discuss strategies related to collective bargaining with the Public Employees Committee Union and a health insurance agreement. The meeting concludes with adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-22-Select-Board-Agenda-2.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Municipal Light Board Meeting",
   "headline": "Light Board to discuss litigation strategy in executive session",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Municipal Light Board will meet to approve minutes, set future meeting dates, and then enter executive session to discuss strategy regarding litigation with Joseph Kowalik and to comply with a MassCEC grant requirement. The board will not return to open session after the executive session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-21-Municipal-Light-Board-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Old and Historic Districts Commission Meeting",
   "headline": "Historic commission reviews 8 property alteration applications",
   "summary": "The Old and Historic Marblehead Districts Commission will hold regular hearings on eight applications for exterior alterations to historic properties, including siding, windows, gutters, and structural repairs. All items are proposed for discussion and decision at this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-21-Old-and-Historic-Districts-Commission-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Recreation and Park Commission Meeting",
   "headline": "Recreation & Park Commission to discuss Seaside Park fundraising, Shattuck donation, and Coffin School field update",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Recreation and Park Commission will meet on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Conference Room at 10 Humphrey St. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, public comment, a presentation from Kent Wheeler on Seaside Park fundraising, a donation from Shattuck, an update on the Coffin School field from the Select Board, ongoing projects, and a department update. The next meeting date is to be determined.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-21-Recreation-and-Park-Commission-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "Traffic Safety Committee to review requests, curb space policy",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Traffic Safety Advisory Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to review traffic change requests, receive a Department of Public Works update, and discuss a Curb Space Management Policy. The meeting includes a public comment period and a vote on draft minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-20-Traffic-Safety-Advisory-Committee-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Marblehead Planning Board Meeting",
   "headline": "Planning Board to decide site plan and accessory dwelling unit applications",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Planning Board will hold a hybrid meeting to consider a site plan approval and two accessory dwelling unit applications. The board will take up a site plan for 6 Broadmere Way and continued hearings on ADUs at 6 Broadmere Way and 9 Maple Circle.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-14-Marblehead-Planning-Board-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Marblehead Housing Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "Marblehead Housing Committee to discuss ADU outreach and housing production plan",
   "summary": "The Housing Committee will meet to discuss outreach and education for potential accessory dwelling unit (ADU) owners and consider a working group. They will also review recommendations for the Housing Production Plan, including a community education and advocacy proposal. The meeting includes approval of minutes and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-14-Marblehead-Housing-Committee-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Public Works Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "Public Works Committee to discuss sewer infiltration and inflow removal plan",
   "summary": "The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss the Sewer Infiltration and Inflow Removal Plan and town event support staffing. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person attendance at Mary Alley Municipal Building and remote access via Zoom. Public participation is allowed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-13-Public-Works-Committee-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Green Marblehead Implementation Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "Green Marblehead Committee to discuss Green Communities update and project updates",
   "summary": "The Green Marblehead Implementation Committee is meeting to vote on meeting minutes, receive a Green Communities update, and discuss project updates. The agenda also includes a public comment period and adjournment. No specific projects, dollar amounts, or decisions are detailed in the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-09-Green-Marblehead-Implementation-Committee-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Conservation Commission Meeting AMENDED",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to discuss Beacon Street balcony and Rainbow Road electric service permits",
   "summary": "The Conservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss a minor activity permit for a previously approved balcony at 45 Beacon Street and a notice of replacing electric services at 16 Rainbow Road. The agenda also includes minor activity permit requests for concrete pavement, tree removal, tree pruning, and underground electrical service at several addresses, as well as extension requests and certificates of compliance.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-09-Conservation-Commission-Agenda-AMENDED.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Cemetery Board of Commissioners Meeting",
   "headline": "Cemetery Board to discuss FY27 budget",
   "summary": "The Cemetery Board of Commissioners will meet on July 8, 2026 to approve past meeting minutes, hear public comment and the superintendent's report, and discuss the FY27 budget. The meeting will be held at 2:30 PM in the COA Conference Room in Marblehead.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-08-Cemetery-Board-of-Commissioners-Agenda-.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Retirement Board Meeting",
   "headline": "Marblehead Retirement Board to approve June minutes and hear PRIT fund discussion",
   "summary": "The Marblehead Retirement Board will meet on July 8, 2026, to approve the minutes from its June 10 meeting and discuss proposed use of Pension Reserve Investment Trust (PRIT/PRIM) fund assets for economic development under Section 104 of The Mass Wins Act. A 91A termination hearing for Robert Kolsky is also scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-08-Retirement-Board-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Select Board Meeting AMENDED",
   "headline": "Select Board to vote on North Shore Medical Center lease and Coffin School discussion",
   "summary": "The Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss the Coffin School's future use, vote on a lease assignment for North Shore Medical Center, and consider a common victualler license for Driftwood Restaurant. Other items include a centenarian proclamation, a recreation commission presentation on Coffin School, and a town administrator search update.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-08-Select-Board-Agenda-AMENDED.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Marblehead School Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "School Committee to vote on server lease, discuss FY27 goals, and enter executive session for union talks and litigation",
   "summary": "The Marblehead School Committee will vote on a lease for servers and wireless access points, discuss progress on FY26 goals and set FY27 goals, and review financial reporting under the override MOU. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the Marblehead Education Association and pending litigation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-07-08-Marblehead-School-Committee-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Old and Historic Districts Commission Meeting",
   "headline": "Marblehead historic commission to vote on remediation order for 99 Front St.",
   "summary": "The Old and Historic Districts Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a remediation order for ongoing violations at 99 Front Street. The commission will also consider several Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) requests, including a 3-month extension for 45 Beacon Street, and applications for window replacements, fences, gutters, and a stone veneer at various addresses.",
   "agenda_url": "https://marbleheadma.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-07-07-Old-and-Historic-Districts-Commission-Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.marbleheadma.gov/events/"
  }
 ]
}