Marlborough public meetings in 2022

Retirement Board

The Board voted to rescind a previous decision to move its checking account from Citizens Bank to Unibank. The Board also approved several membership applications, retirements, and financial warrants.

• Rescinded vote to move checking account to Unibank (2-1)
• Approved Retiree Payroll warrant $1,400,493.44, Vendor warrant $24,919.18, and Staff Payroll warrant $15,695.62 (3-0)
• Approved 11 new membership applications (3-0)
• Approved 3 retirement applications (3-0)
• Approved 2 refund requests (3-0)
• Approved 4 service transfers (3-0)
• Requested Medical Panels for two Accidental Disability Applicants (3-0)
• Tabled RFP for Board Attorney and FY2023 COLA discussions (3-0)

Licensing Board

The Board approved change of manager applications for Olive Garden and Embassy Suites. A new alcohol license application for Chica Mala LLC was tabled pending the renewal status of a previous license. The Board also authorized a fine for unauthorized parking at 525 Maple St.

• Approved change of manager to Amy Dana for Olive Garden (3-0)
• Approved change of manager to Carolyn Sylvester for Embassy Suites (3-0)
• Tabled new all alcohol license for Chica Mala LLC (3-0)
• Approved fine citation to Mina Properties for unauthorized parking at 525 Maple St (3-0)
• Approved November 30, 2022, meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Board

The Board issued a favorable recommendation for a zoning amendment regarding mixed-use and affordable housing, subject to three specific conditions. Additionally, the Board referred a subdivision plan for Stow Road to Engineering for review.

• Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Referred Stow Road plan set dated December 2, 2022 to Engineering for review (7-0)
• Scheduled Stow Road public hearing for January 23, 2023
• Sent favorable recommendation to City Council for Proposed Zoning Amendment to Chapter 650, Mixed Use and Affordable Housing, with three recommendations (7-0)

City Council

The City Council established a salary schedule and job description for the Treasury/Payroll Manager position. The Council also approved several grants, a public park lease, and business operating exemptions.

• Approved salary schedule and job description for Treasury/Payroll Manager
• Approved 10-year lease for 'Union Common' land for a public park
• Approved $1,250 grant from Marlborough Foundation for senior heating costs
• Approved $608.48 grant from MetroWest Health Foundation for tobacco outreach
• Approved $100 gift from Women’s Fellowship First Church for conservation
• Approved one-year extension of operating hours (5 AM to 11 PM) for Shell Gas Station at 431 Lincoln Street
• Approved flat wall signs for Phoenix BJJ at 160 Apex Drive
• Approved time extension for site plan application at 57 Main Street

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved updated language for the 30 ft. Wetland Setback Policy to clarify that fences are not permitted in the no-disturbance zone unless pre-existing. Several public hearings for projects on Boston Post Rd. and Blaiswood Ave. were continued to January 2023 for additional information or documentation.

• Approved Dec. 1, 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Approved updated 30 ft. Wetland Setback Policy language regarding fences (7-0)
• Accepted National Grid 45 Day Yearly Operational Plan Public Notice
• Continued hearing for 339 Boston Post Rd. (Walcott Heritage) to Jan. 12, 2023
• Continued hearing for 846 & 850 Boston Post Rd. East (Exela Movers) to Jan. 12, 2023
• Continued hearing for 21 Blaiswood Ave. (Helvecio Carvalho) to Jan. 12, 2023

Community Development Authority

The Board approved new Section 8 payment standards and two ARPA awards for bathroom renovations at 240 Main Street and fire alarm upgrades at 20 Front Street. The Board also approved accounting contracts and a project completion certificate. A waiver request for a housing rehabilitation case at 245 Elm Street was discussed but not voted upon.

• Approved Proposed Section 8 Payment Standards
• Approved Fenton, Ewald & Associates State and Federal Contracts for Accounting Services
• Approved ARPA Formula Funding CFA 4001 for 240 Main Street Bathroom Renovation Project
• Approved ARPA Targeted Award CFA 4050 for 20 Front Street fire alarm upgrades
• Approved Certificate of Final Completion for FISH 170084 Main Street GFI
• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved October/November 2022 payables
• Approved October FY22 financials

Library Trustees

The Board approved the November 2022 Trust Fund reports and meeting minutes. Trustees authorized spending up to $1,000 from the O’Connell Fund for Director Margaret Cardello's retirement. The Director provided updates on construction progress and staffing.

• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved November 2022 Trust Fund Reports
• Approved allocation of up to $1,000 from O’Connell Fund for Director's retirement event

Board of Health

The Board of Health voted to advertise a public hearing for January 9, 2023, regarding proposed regulations that would adopt state CMRs as local regulations. This action is intended to solidify the legal authority to issue noncriminal citations. The board also approved the minutes from the October 11, 2022, meeting.

• Approved October 11, 2022, meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved motion to advertise public hearing for proposed BOH regulations on January 9, 2023 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board approved a land plan for 57 Main Street as 'Approval Not Required' and adopted new procedural flowcharts. A proposed zoning amendment regarding mixed-use and affordable housing was discussed but remains on the agenda for further consideration.

• Endorsed Plan of Land for 57 Main Street as Approval Not Required (7-0)
• Approved use of new procedural flowcharts with minor corrections (7-0)
• Accepted and filed November 21, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted and filed correspondence regarding 342 Sudbury Street (7-0)
• Tabled decision on proposed zoning amendment for mixed-use and affordable housing

City Council

The City Council approved a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement for Physik Instrumente to establish a corporate headquarters at 130 Lizotte Drive. The council also set the FY 2023 tax rates and accepted several infrastructure and arts grants.

• Approved TIF agreement for Physik Instrumente at 130 Lizotte Drive
• Set FY 2023 Residential Factor at 0.8237 with a 1.45 CIP shift
• Approved $3M MassWorks grant for road and intersection improvements
• Approved $49,182 grant for Natural Desert Area restoration
• Approved $23,100 grant for community arts programs
• Approved $885,019.97 in budget transfers to reduce FY 2023 Tax Levy
• Approved Verizon Wireless small cell facility at 385 Farm Road
• Approved salary schedule and job description for Substance Use Prevention Coordinator

Traffic Commission

The Commission referred the installation of a flashing beacon at West Main St. and Winthrop/Orchard St. to the DPW for funding. Other actions included referring a stop line repainting at Devens and Washington Streets to Engineering and discussing the removal of stop signs on Bigelow Street.

• Approved minutes from September 28, 2022
• Referred request for Elm Street/Broad Street crosswalk to Chief Giorgi for further discussion with Councilor Irish
• Referred repainting of stop line at Devens Street & Washington Street to Engineering
• Referred discussion with bus company regarding Devens Street stop location to Chief Giorgi
• Referred installation of flashing beacon at West Main St. & Winthrop/Orchard Street to DPW for budget and implementation
• Agreed to proceed with removal of Bigelow Street stop signs following a one-month notice period

Retirement Board

The Board approved November warrants, nine new memberships, two retirements, one refund, and one transfer. Members voted to pursue a 2% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase for FY23, which now requires local approval from the mayor and city council. The Board also reviewed investment reports and held conference calls with four fund managers.

• Approved November warrants totaling $1,427,785.63 (5-0)
• Tabled October 25, 2022 meeting minutes to December meeting (5-0)
• Accepted and filed October and August financial reports (5-0)
• Approved 9 new membership applications (5-0)
• Approved retirements for Thomas Mellor and Janet Smith (5-0)
• Approved refund for Virginia Montanez (5-0)
• Approved service transfer for Tami Harper (5-0)
• Voted to move forward with 2% FY23 COLA increase (5-0)

Planning Board

The Board ruled that a 1995 special permit price restriction for Millham Estates is unenforceable for sales following the original purchaser. The Board also referred a land plan for 57 Main Street to the Engineering Division and directed the Goodale Estates developer to request City Council road acceptance.

• Declared Millham Estates 1995 special permit price restriction unenforceable for subsequent sales (4-0)
• Required special permit amendment applications for any Millham Estates changes (4-0)
• Referred 57 Main Street Plan of Land to Engineering Division for review (4-0)
• Directed Goodale Estates developer to formally request City Council accept roadway as public way (4-0)
• Accepted and filed November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council updated zoning laws to allow specific attached roofs for single- and two-family dwellings. The council also approved three grants for HVAC evaluations, zoning technical assistance, and police traffic safety equipment.

• Approved zoning amendment for attached roofs/porches projecting up to 60 inches into yard setbacks
• Approved $10,000 grant for HVAC evaluations at fire stations, police station, and Whitcomb School
• Approved $42,300 grant for MEDC zoning and MBTA Communities implementation assistance
• Approved $60,205 grant for Police Department traffic safety equipment and enforcement
• Approved $1,154,893.76 transfer from Meals Tax Revenue for Parks & Recreation bond payments
• Granted EMC Sign Special Permit for Starbucks drive-thru at 661 Boston Post Road East (11-0)
• Approved Taxi/Livery License for Nathan Sebuliba d/b/a Indelible Homecare, Inc.
• Approved renewal of Junk Dealer/Secondhand Dealer License for Best Buy Stores, LP #820

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved the Order of Conditions for the Lake Williams boardwalk and a project at 85 Ames St. A partial Certificate of Compliance was issued for 140 Ash St., while a request for 846-850 Boston Post Rd. East was continued.

• Approved minutes of Nov. 3, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved draft Order of Conditions for Lake Williams boardwalk (unanimous)
• Approved draft Order of Conditions for 85 Ames St. (7-0)
• Continued 846-850 Boston Post Rd. East hearing to Dec. 1, 2022
• Signed extension permit for Green District (DEP 212-1215)
• Issued partial Certificate of Compliance for 140 Ash St. (7-0)
• Denied Certificate of Compliance for 36 Fitchburg St. pending marker and drainage fixes

Library Trustees

The provided document is an agenda for the November 14, 2022, meeting. It does not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Recreation Commission

The Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports on park maintenance, youth programming, and upcoming winter activities.

• Approved minutes from 09-28-22 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board recommended a zoning amendment to allow small attached roofs for entryways to project into yard setbacks. It also approved the Definitive Subdivision Plan for Tobin Drive and referred a special permit question regarding Millham Estates to the Legal Department.

• Recommended favorable zoning amendment for entryway/porch roof setbacks to City Council (5-0)
• Approved Tobin Drive Definitive Subdivision Plan (0 Stevens Street) (5-0)
• Endorsed Tobin Drive covenant and plan (5-0)
• Referred 55 Gregoire Drive, Millham Estates special permit to Legal Department for opinion (5-0)
• Denied favorable recommendation for Gikas Lane acceptance as public way until crack sealing is complete (5-0)
• Accepted October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Set public hearing for mixed use and affordable housing zoning amendment for December 5, 2022

City Council

The City Council approved two grants for infrastructure and transit, including $2 million for road work and $250,000 for commuter shuttles. The council also granted special permit amendments for a restaurant and a marijuana retail establishment.

• Approved $2,000,000 grant to reconstruct a one-mile section of Cedar Hill Street
• Approved $250,000 grant for the Marlborough Economic Development Corporation commuter shuttle service
• Approved $1,574.75 transfer from Firefighter account to Meal Allowance account
• Accepted municipal easement for 4,042.26 square feet at 22 Mechanic Street
• Approved special permit amendment for Aubuchon Realty Company to build a drive-thru restaurant at 661 Boston Post Road East (9-0)
• Approved amended site plan for retail plaza expansion at 661 Boston Post Road East
• Approved special permit amendment for Kosa Dispensary to change operating hours at 505 Boston Post Road West (9-0)
• Created Substance Use Prevention Coordinator and Intervention Specialist position with salary range $58,000 to $65,317.42

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued a negative determination for a sewer project at 56-58 Walker St. and granted a two-year permit extension for the Green District project. The board also clarified that fences are not permitted within the 30-foot wetland buffer zone.

• Approved negative determination for sewer line at 56-58 Walker St. (7-0)
• Approved 2-year extension permit for DEP 212-1215 Green District (7-0)
• Approved letter regarding minor plan changes for 107 Simarano Dr. (7-0)
• Determined fences are considered 'disturbance' and are not permitted in 30' wetland buffer zone
• Tabled 85 Ames St. decision pending draft conditions for Nov. 17
• Continued Lake Williams boardwalk hearing pending DEP number
• Continued 846 & 850 Boston Post Rd. East hearing to Nov. 17
• Approved Oct. 6 and Oct. 20, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Library Trustees

The board met to review trust fund, state aid, and director reports. The meeting included a request to enter executive session to discuss applicants for the director position.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a request from Oxbow Urban LLC to withdraw their variance and administrative appeal applications for a proposed 30-unit apartment building at 80-82 Northboro Rd. The board also conducted a training session led by City Solicitor Jason Grossfield.

• Approved request to withdraw variance and administrative appeal applications for 80-82 Northboro Rd (4-0)

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board approved three applications for one-day licenses for events held at various locations. All three motions passed with 2-0 votes.

• Approved one-day license for MEDC for Annual Founders Event at 283 Lincoln Street (2-0)
• Approved one-day license for Kith and Kin for Turkey Trot Event at 17-19 Weed Street (2-0)
• Approved one-day license for Stevie’s Back Road Café for event at 8 Newton St. (2-0)

Community Development Authority

The Board approved a change order for the 240 Main Street roof replacement and updated CDBG program guidelines to meet DHCD forgiveness requirements. A proposal to waive equity requirements for the Housing Rehabilitation Program was tabled. The Board also approved September financials and payables.

• Approved Change Order 02 for FISH #170085 (240 Main Street Roof Replacement) in the amount of $99,806.44
• Approved CDBG Program Guidelines Amendment No. 01 regarding the forgiveness schedule to conform with DHCD requirements
• Tabled CDBG Program Guidelines Amendment No. 02 to waive equity requirements
• Approved September 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved September/October 2022 payables (David Morticelli abstained)
• Approved September FY22 financials

Licensing Board

The Board approved a new on-premises liquor license for Sol De Mexico and a license transfer for MHF MB Operating VII LLC. Several one-day licenses and a manager change for 110 Grill were also approved. One manager change application for Olive Garden was tabled.

• Approved new on-premises liquor license for Sol De Mexico (3-0)
• Approved license transfer for MHF MB Operating VII LLC (3-0)
• Approved change of manager to Sharon L. Iogiudice for 110 Grill (3-0)
• Approved one-day license for Stevies Eatery (3-0)
• Approved one-day license for Immaculate Conception Parish (3-0)
• Approved one-day license for Fairfield Inn and Suites (3-0)
• Tabled one-day license for Kith and Kin (3-0)
• Tabled change of manager for Olive Garden (3-0)

Retirement Board

The Board approved September warrants, 34 new memberships, and three refund requests. It voted to retain Shenkman as the system's High Yield Manager and approved overpayment waivers for eight retired police command officers.

• Approved September warrants totaling $1,442,179.22 (5-0)
• Approved 34 new membership applications (5-0)
• Approved 3 refund and rollover applications (5-0)
• Approved transfer of service for Owen O’Brien to Worcester Regional Retirement Board (5-0)
• Retained Shenkman as High Yield Manager (4-0)
• Approved 8 requests for waiver of overpayment for retired Police Command Officers (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 2 new computer monitors pending consultation with John Burke (3-0)
• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Clerk

The Policy Sub-Committee of the Marlborough School Committee is meeting to review specific policies in Chapters 8 and 9. The discussion focuses on student conduct, health, and the use of school facilities.

• Review of Policy 8.0125 Substance Use Prevention and Abuse Education
• Review of Policy 8.014 Students with Life-Threatening Conditions or Other Medical Concerns
• Review of Policy 8.031 Non-Resident Students (School Choice)
• Review of Policy 8.600 Student Dress Code
• Review of Policy 9.310 Use of School Buildings beyond regular school day

City Clerk

The Board of Health will conduct a public hearing concerning a cease and desist order for AAA Smoke & Vape Shop. The hearing addresses a potential tobacco permit suspension or revocation following a fourth violation within 36 months.

• Public hearing regarding AAA Smoke & Vape Shop Cease and Desist Order
• Potential tobacco permit suspension or revocation for 530 Boston Post Road East

City Clerk

The Marlborough Cable Trust will meet to review the Executive Director's report and address old and new business. The agenda consists of procedural items.

• Acceptance of July 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Executive Director's Report

City Clerk

The Marlborough Cultural Council is meeting to discuss preparations for an upcoming grant cycle and a food truck festival. The body will also review minutes from the July 13, 2022, meeting.

• Grant cycle preparation
• Food Truck Festival preparation
• Review of July 13, 2022 meeting minutes

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Development Committee will meet to discuss fundraising and recruitment. The session includes updates on the Capital Campaign and summer objectives.

• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Capital Campaign Committee update
• Recruitment of new Development Committee members
• Update on Summer Objectives

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee is holding a workshop to address Policy 1.010 regarding the mission statement.

• Discussion of Policy 1.010 Mission Statement

City Clerk

The Fort Meadow Commission will meet to review July 7, 2022 meeting minutes and discuss maintenance and supplies. The body will also consider the approval of swim area markers for the Fort Meadow Association Sharon Beach.

• Approval of Fort Meadow Association Sharon Beach swim area markers
• Boat launch discussion
• Algae and weeds management
• Dock supplies
• Website discussion

City Clerk

The Marlborough Police Department is holding a public hearing to determine if three dogs are a nuisance under Massachusetts General Law. The dogs are located at 66 Second Road and are owned by Alexander Goykman.

• Nuisance determination for dog 'Kisa' (male grey shepherd)
• Nuisance determination for dog 'Uriah' (male black/white Australian Shepherd)
• Nuisance determination for dog 'Luna' (female black/white Australian Shepherd)

City Clerk

The Board of Health will hold a public hearing concerning a cease and desist order for AAA Smoke & Vape Shop. The discussion includes a potential tobacco permit suspension or revocation following a fourth violation within 36 months.

• Public hearing: AAA Smoke & Vape Shop (530 Boston Post Road East)
• Potential tobacco permit suspension and revocation
• Cease and desist order issued July 22, 2022

City Clerk

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to review the treasurer's report and address old and new business. The agenda consists of standard procedural items.

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees will meet via remote participation. The board is scheduled to vote on a new architect proposal, handbook updates, and the 2021-2022 annual report.

• Vote on New Architect Proposal
• Vote on Handbook Updates
• Vote on 2021-2022 Annual Report
• Appointment of Executive Committee
• Executive Director evaluation

City Clerk

The Marlborough Community Development Authority will meet to review previous meeting minutes and approve payables for June and July 2022. The agenda also includes a monthly report from the MCDA Executive Director.

• Approval of June 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of June/July 2022 payables
• Monthly report from MCDA Executive Director

City Clerk

The Licensing Board will review minutes from the June 29 meeting and address administrative business. The agenda includes requests for one-day liquor licenses for Stevie’s Back Road Café and Sts. Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church.

• One-day liquor license: Stevie’s Back Road Café, 377 Main St, Hudson, MA
• One-day liquor license: Sts. Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church
• Communication from Tax Collector regarding delinquent payer
• Review of June 29 meeting minutes

City Clerk

The Board of Registrars is meeting to address election office staffing and the State Election & Votes Act. The board will also consider authorizing changes to in-person early voting hours.

• Authorization for change to In-Person Early Voting Hours
• Update on Election Office staffing
• Update on State Election & Votes Act
• Approval of February 14, 2022 minutes

City Clerk

The Board will meet to review medical panel results regarding a potential disability retirement and vote on the request for Richard Rollins. The agenda also includes reviews of financial information, the FY23 budget, and payroll presentations.

• Vote on Disability Retirement for Richard Rollins
• Review of FY23 Budget
• Approval of Warrants
• Review of Financial Information

City Clerk

The Policy Sub-Committee of the Marlborough School Committee is meeting to review various policies across Chapters 1, 8, and 9. The meeting includes reviews of mission statements, student conduct, and building usage.

• Review of Policy 1.010 Mission Statement / Belief Statement
• Review of Policy 1.300 Bullying
• Proposed review of Policy 8.140 Student Conduct
• Proposed review of Policy 8.141 Student Discipline
• Review of Policy 9.310 Use of School Buildings beyond regular school day

City Clerk

The Historical Commission is meeting to review preservation agreements and property inquiries. The body will discuss the status of a barn preservation project and the production of historic house signs.

• Preservation restriction agreement for 197 Stow Rd
• Occupancy inquiry for 591 Brigham St (William Felton House)
• Solicitor's review of documents for barn preservation at 28 Bovin Drive
• Review of approved houses and production process for historic house sign project

City Clerk

The Board of Trustees will review updates to the Student Handbook and resource documents. The meeting also includes updates on LinkedIn and a Board Self-Assessment.

• Approval of June 8, 2022 minutes
• Student Handbook Updates Review
• Board Self-Assessment Update
• Procedure for multiple Board Officer candidates

City Clerk

The Marlborough Cultural Council will review updates regarding FY22 grantees and the Mural Project. The council also intends to discuss preparations for the upcoming grant cycle and the Food Truck Arts Festival.

• Updates on MCC FY22 Grantees
• Update on Mural Project
• Preparing for Grant Cycle
• Food Truck Arts Festival

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee is meeting in executive session to discuss labor and employment contracts. The session is closed to the public to protect the committee's bargaining position.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Cafeteria Employees, SEIU, Local 888
• MEA Negotiations
• Contract negotiations with the Superintendent of Schools

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Development Committee is meeting to review capital campaign updates. The committee will discuss recruiting new members and establishing summer objectives.

• Approval of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Capital Campaign Committee update
• Recruitment of new Development Committee members
• Development of 1-2 summer objectives

City Clerk

The School Committee will meet to appoint a Superintendent of Schools and an Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning. The body will also consider a Memorandum of Understanding with Cafeteria Employees SEIU Local 888 and FY22 operating budget transfers.

• Appointment of Superintendent of Schools
• Appointment of Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning
• Memorandum of Understanding with Cafeteria Employees, SEIU, Local 888
• FY22 Operating Budget Transfers
• First read of policies regarding DNR/Comfort Care, Foster Care, and Homeless Education

City Clerk

The Commission on Disabilities will hold a meeting at City Hall. The agenda includes a roll call, review of minutes, and a treasurer's report.

• Treasurer’s Report

City Clerk

The Fort Meadow Commission will meet to review previous minutes and discuss lake-related operations. The agenda includes items regarding boat access and environmental maintenance.

• Boat launch
• Jet skis and wake boats
• Algae and weeds
• Dock supplies
• Website

City Clerk

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and vote on various tax-related applications. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss pending litigation and outstanding appeals.

• Applications for religious and charitable organization exemptions
• Applications for forest, agricultural/horticultural, and recreational land classification
• Real property tax abatement applications
• Outstanding ATB appeals and abatements
• Partial Tax Lien Release

City Clerk

The School Committee is holding a workshop to discuss Policy 1.010 Mission Statement.

• Discussion of Policy 1.010 Mission Statement

City Clerk

The Licensing Board will consider a Class II Dealership application and a one-day liquor license request. The board will also receive updates on site plan reviews for automotive businesses on Maple Street.

• One-day liquor license for Stevie’s Back Road Café for an event at Jacob’s Hall Masonic Hall, 8 Newton St.
• Class II Dealership application for Fazza Group, Inc. at 401 and 405 Maple Street
• Site plan review update for New England AutoMax, Inc dba AutoMax Pre-Owned, 400 Maple Street

City Clerk

The City of Marlborough will hold a public hearing to discuss the removal of shade trees within the public way. The request concerns a 20-inch maple tree.

• Public hearing for removal of 20" Maple tree at 255 Cullinane Dr

City Clerk

The Board will meet to review medical certificates for potential disability retirements and conduct votes on disabilities. The agenda also includes reviews of financial information, staff matters, and various administrative correspondence.

• Review of Medical Panel Certificates for two disability retirements
• Vote on Disabilities
• Approval of Warrants
• Approval of Retirements
• Discussion of Staff / Office Matters including MACRS Conference and PERAC Audit

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees will meet to elect board officers and accept a parent representative. The board will also vote on the 2022-2023 meeting calendar and appoint members to the Executive Committee.

• Election of Board Officers
• Acceptance of Parent Representative
• Vote on 2022-2023 BOT Meeting Calendar
• Appointment of Executive Committee members
• ED Search Committee update

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees is meeting for strategic planning and training. The session includes a specific training component regarding a capital campaign.

• Capital Campaign Training with Betsy Grenier

City Clerk

The Marlborough Community Development Authority is meeting to approve financial reports and payables for May and June 2022. The body will also consider amendments to a financial assistance contract and plans regarding fair housing and reasonable accommodation.

• Amendment #21 to the Contract for Financial Assistance 5001
• Reasonable Accommodation Plan
• Fair Housing Marketing Plan
• Approval of May/June 2022 payables
• Approval of May 2022 financials

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Development Committee will meet to review campaign efforts. The committee will discuss support for the capital campaign and communication strategies for the rest of the school year.

• Approval of May 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Capital Campaign Committee update
• Discussion of Development Committee support for campaign efforts
• Discussion of school year communication strategies

City Clerk

The Board of Trustees Education Committee will meet via remote participation to review previous meeting minutes. The committee also intends to debrief a presentation regarding the Senior Exit Survey and discuss feedback on the Executive Director search.

• Approval of May 12, 2022, meeting minutes
• Debrief of Senior Exit Survey presentation
• Executive Director (ED) search feedback

City Clerk

The Licensing Board will consider two applications for one-day licenses. These include a catering request from Sir Loin Holding’s, Inc. and an event request from Stevie’s Back Road Café.

• One-Day License: Sir Loin Holding’s, Inc. (396 West Main St., Northborough) for 669 Forest St.
• One-Day License: Stevie’s Back Road Café (377 Main St., Hudson) for Jacob’s Hall Masonic Hall, 8 Newton St.

City Clerk

The Policy Sub-Committee will meet to review several school policies across three chapters. The discussion includes mission statements, student safety, and building usage.

• Review of Chapter 1 policies including Mission Statement, Prayer, and Bullying
• Review of Chapter 8 policies including Substance Use Prevention, Medical Concerns, and DNR Policy
• Review of Chapter 8 policies regarding Vocational Schools and Student Advisory Committee
• Review of Chapter 9 policies including School Building use and Homeless Education

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee is reviewing a special permit application for the Alta Marlborough project. The committee will consider comments provided by the Assessor and the Site Plan Committee.

• Special permit review for Alta Marlborough
• Review of Assessor comments
• Review of Site Plan Committee comments

City Clerk

The Council on Aging will meet at the Senior Center to conduct regular business. The agenda includes director and board updates, including a report from BayPath Elder Services, Inc.

• Director's Update
• Board Update: BayPath Elder Services, Inc.

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee will meet to discuss administrative reports and student activities. The body is scheduled to take action on several school trips and the superintendent's evaluation.

• Festival of Music Trip
• MHS Football Overnight Trip
• MHS Soccer Out of State Day Trip
• Superintendent Evaluation
• Acceptance of Donations and Gifts

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee is meeting in executive session. The body will discuss candidates for the position of Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning.

• Discussion of candidates for Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning

City Clerk

The committee will meet via remote participation to review financial and building reports. The agenda includes a review of the capital plan and approval of previous minutes.

• Approve May 23, 2022 minutes
• Review May Financials
• Review Building Tracking Report
• Review Building Model
• Review the Capital Plan

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss a special permit for a mixed-use development. The agenda includes a manager's comment and a draft decision regarding a project at Lincoln and Mechanic streets.

• Special permit for mixed-use development at Lincoln and Mechanic streets

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Governance Committee is meeting to discuss board officer positions and candidate onboarding. The committee will also review board recruiting and self-assessment procedures.

• Review of New Candidate/Onboarding Checklist
• Discussion of Board Membership and Officer Positions
• Procedure for multiple Board Officer Candidates
• Board Recruiting and LinkedIn update
• Board Self-Assessment

City Clerk

The Board of Health will conduct a regular meeting including a Director's Update. The agenda includes reviews for subdivisions, site plans, and special permits as required.

• Director’s Update
• Subdivision, Site Plan & Special Permit reviews