Marion
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Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a site plan application to expand an existing structure at 14 Barnabas Road in the Limited Industrial District. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and consider a payment for engineering peer review from Toll Brothers, Inc.
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 15, 2026
- Payment of Field Engineering Peer Review invoice #17788 (Toll Brothers, Inc., 78 Wareham Road, MGL Ch.44 Sec 53G)
- Public hearing: Site plan for expansion at 14 Barnabas Road (Assessor ID 24-44, Paul Downey/Sippican Holdings LLC, Limited Industrial District)
Select Board
The Marion Select Board and Water/Sewer Commissioners will convene in a closed executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation with three unions: Marion Police Brotherhood, SEIU Local 888 (Clerical Union), and AFSCME Council 93 (Department of Public Works Union). They will also conduct strategy sessions and contract negotiations with the nonunion Fire Chief. No public business is scheduled.
- Executive session under G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3) for collective bargaining or litigation with police, clerical, and DPW unions
- Executive session under G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) for strategy and contract negotiations with Fire Chief
- No public discussion or votes anticipated
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will review abatement applications, sign bills, and end-of-month abatements. They will discuss a transfer of ownership at 382 Point Road and hold an executive session on a grade, step, salary, and title change for the Associate Assessor. General business and correspondence are also on the agenda.
- Review transfer of ownership at 382 Point Road
- End of the month abatements
- Sign abatement applications and sign bills
- Executive session to discuss Associate Assessor compensation
- Associate Assessor report
Conservation Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing on a Request for Determination of Applicability for demolition of an existing deck and construction of a screened porch with expanded footprint at 32 Joanne Drive. They will also vote on a Certificate of Compliance for 38 Rocky Knook Lane, approve MACC annual dues, and discuss reorganization. Additionally, they seek comment on a site plan review for Uncle Jon's Coffee at 413 Wareham Street.
- Public hearing: demolition of deck and construction of screened porch at 32 Joanne Drive
- Vote on Certificate of Compliance for 38 Rocky Knook Lane
- Vote on MACC Annual Dues
- Request for Comment on Site Plan Review for Uncle Jon's Coffee at 413 Wareham Street
- Reorganization of the Conservation Commission
Marion School Committee
The School Committee will meet to review and potentially approve a Memorandum of Agreement with the Marion Teachers Association. The meeting also includes a scheduled executive session to discuss collective bargaining and legal strategy.
- Vote on Memorandum of Agreement with Marion Teachers Association
- Executive session regarding collective bargaining and litigation strategy
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Open Space Acquisition Commission
The Open Space Acquisition Commission will elect officers and review the Land Bank Fund report. They will discuss the Wings Cove Conservation Project (Stone Estate) and a property transfer for the Marion Shared Use Path. The commission will also consider a contract for Point Road Bike Path engineering services and a maintenance plan for MOSAC properties. Additionally, they will review a draft letter regarding Joanne Drive access to the Great Swamp.
- Wings Cove Conservation Project (Stone Estate)
- Open Space Property Transfer for Marion Shared Use Path
- Point Road Bike Path Engineering Services Contract
- MOSAC Property Maintenance Plan and spreadsheet updates
- Draft letter to abutter about Joanne Drive access to Great Swamp
Miscellaneous Committees (Not individually listed)
The Old Rochester Regional School Committee and union representatives will meet to review a recommendation to appoint the interim director of student services as assistant superintendent. The group will also hold an executive session to discuss collective bargaining and litigation strategy. A 30-minute public comment period will be available.
- Review recommendation to appoint interim director as assistant superintendent of student services
- Executive session on collective bargaining and litigation strategy
- 30-minute public comment period
Select Board
The Select Board holds a public hearing on transferring an all-alcohol off-premises license to Felder Farms LLC for Marion General Store. They will also consider a common victualler license for the store, discuss an amendment to the Herron Cove waiver agreement with Toll Brothers, and take up a water/sewer commitment payment of $2,732.02. Other action items include recognition of Norman Hills, presentation of a homeowner guide to trees, and discussion with Runabout Coffee.
- Public hearing on transfer of all-alcohol off-premises license to Felder Farms LLC for Marion General Store at 140 Front Street
- Discussion with Toll Brothers regarding amendment to Herron Cove waiver agreement dated March 2, 2026
- Water/Sewer Commitment: $2,732.02 for final readings (June 16, 2026)
- Request for change of manager and change of directors for Beverly Yacht Club
- Discussion with Liz Tarrant regarding Runabout Coffee
Select Board
The Select Board and Water/Sewer Commissioners are meeting in a closed executive session. The discussion will focus on collective bargaining and litigation strategies for several town unions and contract negotiations for the Fire Chief.
- Collective bargaining strategy for Marion Police Brotherhood
- Collective bargaining strategy for SEIU Local 888 (Clerical Union)
- Collective bargaining strategy for AFSCME Council 93 (DPW Union)
- Contract negotiations with the Fire Chief
Select Board
The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding the transfer of an all-alcohol off-premises license for the Marion General Store. The board will also discuss a waiver agreement amendment with Toll Brothers for Herron Cove.
- Alcohol license transfer application for Felder Farms LLC (Marion General Store)
- Toll Brothers amendment to Herron Cove Waiver Agreement
- Water/Sewer commitment payment of $2,732.02
- Common Victualler License for Marion General Store
- Beverly Yacht Club request for change of manager and directors
Historical Commission
The commission will discuss several historic preservation projects, including the Percy Browne House feasibility study and SRPEDD pilot plan. Members will also review status updates for National Register submissions and potential property sales on Front Street and Cottage Street.
- Percy Browne House Feasibility Study Report
- Marconi NR Eligibility submission
- Tremont Campground NR submission
- Property sales: 298 Front Street, 304 Front Street, and 13 Cottage Street
- Marion Art Center addition follow-up
Marine Resources Commission
The Marion Marine Resources Commission will review material from the recent Harbor Management Plan public meeting and discuss next steps. They will also consider a land use modification at Island Wharf and discuss Memorial Park. Other topics include harbor operations, regulations, potential DPW Barn storage, and a financial review working group.
- Review and approve May 20, 2026 meeting minutes
- Review material from Harbor Management Plan public meeting with Urban Harbors Institute
- Island Wharf land use modification discussion
- Discussion of Harbor Regulations and potential DPW Barn storage
- Financial Review Working Group update
Conservation Commission
The Marion Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on wetlands permits for residential projects and MassDOT road improvements. The board will also vote on certificates of compliance for three properties and discuss a potential wetlands violation at 57 Dexter Avenue. Additionally, the commission will review site plan comments for the Marion Art Center and a private property on Barnabas Road.
- Public hearing on sewer/water mains at 340 Converse Road
- Public hearing on home demolition and reconstruction at 10 Doran Way
- Public hearing on MassDOT I-195 right-of-way milling and resurfacing
- Vote on certificates of compliance for 52 West Avenue, 47 East Avenue, and 468 Point Road
- Discussion on potential wetlands violation at 57 Dexter Avenue
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors will meet to process administrative tasks including signing bills and abatement applications. The meeting includes a planned executive session to discuss salary and title changes for the Associate Assessor.
- Review and signing of abatement applications
- Signing of bills
- Personnel discussion regarding Associate Assessor grade, step, and salary
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will approve minutes from several past meetings. They will also consider the reappointment of Sean Healy and the appointment of a full member to the committee.
- Approval of minutes from Oct 2023, Oct 2024, Aug 2025, Oct 2025, and Oct 2026
- Reappointment of Sean Healy
- Appointment of full member
Finance Committee
The Marion Finance Committee will review the previous budget season, discuss FY27 board composition, and address key financial topics including harbor fees, OPEB, and school district funding.
- Review of previous budget season
- Discussion of FY27 board composition
- Harbor fees discussion
- Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) discussion
- Update on Old Rochester Regional School District funding
Parks & Tree Committee
The committee will conduct a final review of a new tree booklet. They will also approve the minutes from the May meeting.
- Final review of new tree booklet
Marion School Committee
The Negotiations Subcommittee will meet to discuss strategic planning regarding collective bargaining with the Marion Teachers Association. Much of this discussion is intended for an executive session to protect negotiation strategies.
- Collective bargaining strategy with the Marion Teachers Association
Southeastern Regional Planning & Economic Development District (SRPEDD)
The committee is reviewing proposed amendments to the regional Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Key discussions include funding for a bridge replacement and crosswalk safety projects, as well as the draft Unified Planning Work Program.
- Amendment #7: Add funding for Raynham-Taunton Bridge Replacement over South Street East
- Amendment #6: Endorsement of District 5 VRU Missing Crosswalks in North Attleborough
- FFY2027 Draft Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) endorsement
- Transportation Funding Priorities Poll
Select Board
The Select Board will hold a public hearing on transferring an all-alcohol off-premises license to Sri Vinayak Corporation at 311 Wareham Street. The board will also discuss a blighted and vacant property policy (third read), consider a waste management contract, and make several appointments including a police officer and a full member of the Affordable Housing Trust.
- Public hearing on transfer of all-alcohol off-premises license from ICI Corp to Sri Vinayak Corp for Top of the Hill Liquors at 311 Wareham Street
- Request waiver to install drinking water well at 373 Wareham Road
- Payment plan waiver for 284 New Bedford Road
- Discussion of Blighted and Vacant Property Policy - Third Read
- Special one-day alcohol beverage license for Heather Corrigan fundraiser at Marion Art Center on July 31
Planning Board
The Planning Board will conduct a Site Plan Review for 80 Pleasant Street (MAC, Jodi Stevens). They will also discuss potential bylaw updates and amendments regarding APD, enforcement, and codification. An action item includes approving payment of Invoice #17743 to Field Engineering for peer review, to be paid from the Toll Brothers account.
- Site Plan Review for 80 Pleasant Street
- Discussion of bylaw updates and amendments (APD, Enforcement, Codification)
- Approval of payment for Field Engineering peer review (Invoice #17743, from Toll Brothers account)
- Designation of Codification Committee representative
- Approval of minutes from May 18 and June 1, 2026
Planning Board
The Marion Planning Board will conduct a site plan review for 80 Pleasant Street (MAC, Jodi Stevens). They will also discuss a timeline for potential bylaw amendments regarding APD, Enforcement, and Codification for the upcoming Town Meeting. The board will approve minutes from May 18 and June 1, 2026.
- Site plan review for 80 Pleasant Street (Map 15, Lot 77)
- Discussion of timeline for bylaw updates (APD, Enforcement, Codification)
- Approval of minutes from May 18, 2026 and June 1, 2026
- Community outreach discussion
- Next meeting scheduled for July 6, 2026
Memorial Day Committee
The Memorial Day Committee will approve minutes from previous meetings and conduct an after-action review of the recent Memorial Day ceremony. This is a routine procedural meeting with no major decisions or public hearings.
- Approval of minutes from April 27, 2026 and May 18, 2026
- After-action review of Memorial Day ceremony