Marlborough public meetings in 2023

City Clerk

The City Council will meet to consider a fund transfer for a school feasibility study. The body will also address two mayoral vetoes regarding a public way and zoning amendments.

• Order No. 23-1009021: $2,000,000.00 transfer from Undesignated Fund to Richer School Feasibility Study Fund
• Order No. 22/23-1008691B: Mayoral Veto regarding the Acceptance of Gikas Lane as a Public Way
• Order No. 22/23-1008721N: Mayoral Veto regarding Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 650 relative to Definitions, Affordable Housing, and the Downtown Village District

City Clerk

The Licensing Board will meet to consider new alcohol license applications for two local businesses. The board will also discuss 2024 license renewals and review state OUI data.

• New off-premises wine & malts license application for Juma Grocery & Check Services at 55 Mechanix St.
• New all-alcohol on-premises license application for Kyle Chen, Inc. (dba Silk Road Bistro) at 150 Main St.
• Update on 2024 License Renewals
• Correspondence from Colonial Ford regarding MHQ Class I license
• Review of OUI Last Drink Data from the State

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to review financial information and approve new members, retirements, and refunds. The board will also discuss staff matters, including interviews for the Director position.

• Interviews for Director
• Approval of retirements
• Approval of refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Approval of new members
• Review of financial information

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will meet to consider two new alcohol license applications. The board will also discuss 2024 license renewals and OUI last drink data from the state.

• New off-premises wine & malts license application for Juma Grocery & Check Services at 55 Mechanix St.
• New all-alcohol on-premises license application for Kyle Chen, Inc. (dba Silk Road Bistro) at 150 Main St.
• Update on 2024 License Renewals
• Correspondence from Colonial Ford regarding MHQ Class I license
• Review of OUI Last Drink Data from State

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to approve retirements, refunds, and new members. The board will also discuss staff matters, including interviews for a Director and office planning.

• Interviews for Director
• Approval of retirements
• Approval of refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Approval of new members
• Review of financial information

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission is holding public hearings for two projects involving work near wetlands and reservoirs. The body will also review a partial certificate of compliance for Green District Phase 1.

• Notice of Intent: Retaining wall replacement and parking lot repaving at 110-116 Boston Post Rd.
• Notice of Intent: Drainage upgrade and wall replacement at 1-7 Cullinane Dr.
• Certificate of Compliance: Partial request for Green District Phase 1 (DEP 212-1215).
• Violation resolution update for 541 Pleasant St.
• Review of Meadow Reservoir Aquatic Management Program 2023 Annual Summary Report.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding public hearings on two continued notices of intent regarding infrastructure work near wetlands. The body will also review a partial certificate of compliance and a violation resolution update.

• Notice of Intent: Retaining wall replacement and parking lot repaving at 110-116 Boston Post Rd.
• Notice of Intent: Drainage upgrade and wall replacement at 1-7 Cullinane Dr.
• Certificate of Compliance request for Green District Phase 1 (DEP 212-1215).
• Violation resolution update for 541 Pleasant St.
• Review of Meadow Reservoir Aquatic Management Program 2023 Annual Summary Report.

City Clerk

The Policy Sub-Committee of the Marlborough School Committee is meeting to review specific policies. The primary focus is the review of Chapter 3 policies.

• Review of Policy 3.410 Adjustments & Transfers to Budget

City Clerk

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning determination for a property at 553 Elm St. The applicant is seeking a variance to build a 19’x32’ addition that would reduce the rear yard setback to 32.6 feet.

• Public hearing for 553 Elm St. regarding a variance for a 19’x32’ addition

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning determination for a property at 553 Elm St. The board will consider a request for a variance to allow a 19’x32’ addition that does not meet rear yard setback requirements.

• Public hearing for 553 Elm St. regarding a proposed 19’x32’ addition
• Request for variance to reduce rear yard setback from 40 feet to 32.6 feet

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to approve warrants, minutes, and new members. The body will also review financial information and process retirements, refunds, transfers, and rollovers.

• Approval of new members
• Approval of retirements
• Approval of refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Review of financial information

City Council

The agenda contains a list of municipal project codes and associated costs for repairs and upgrades. The document primarily lists expenditures for building maintenance and street-related improvements.

• Main St. Roof Replacement: $586,199.83
• Main St. ADA Entrance: $45,220.00
• Bolton St. Roof Water Replacement: $95,147.50
• ARPA Main St. Bathrooms: $335,259.00
• Pleasant St. Balcony & Brick Repair: $20,474.30

City Clerk

The Council on Aging will meet to review director and board updates. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and updates regarding Springwell.

• Updates regarding Springwell (formerly BayPath)

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee will meet to receive reports from the Superintendent and various administrative directors. The committee will also consider action items regarding foster care transportation and donations.

• Presentation by MHS Student Advisory Committee
• Foster Care Transportation Reimbursement
• Acceptance of Donations and Gifts
• Minutes of the November 28, 2023 meeting

City Clerk

The School Committee is meeting in executive session. The body will consider an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Kevin Maccioli on November 28, 2023.

• Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Kevin Maccioli

City Clerk

The School Council will review formative feedback from the American Institute for Research regarding the MHS Early College program. The body will also review Spring 2023 feedback and action steps from the MHS Panorama survey.

• MHS Early College program review
• American Institute for Research (AIR) formative feedback
• MHS Panorama survey Spring 2023 feedback and action steps

Retirement Board

The Marlborough Retirement Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the recruitment of a new Retirement Director.

• Discussion regarding the recruitment of a new Retirement Director

City Clerk

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

• Acceptance of November 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Executive Director’s Report

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three Notices of Intent for work near wetlands and reservoirs. The body will also consider a partial certificate of compliance for a project phase. Additionally, members will discuss a violation resolution and a site walk for the Robin Hill St. Overlay.

• Notice of Intent: 110-116 Boston Post Rd. for retaining wall replacement and parking lot repaving
• Notice of Intent: 686 Forest St. for a 60,000 square foot commercial use building
• Notice of Intent: 1-7 Cullinane Dr. (Marlborough DPW) for drainage upgrades near Ft. Meadow Reservoir
• Certificate of Compliance: DEP 212-1215 - Green District partial certificate for Phase 1
• Violation resolution update for 541 Pleasant St.

City Clerk

The Marlborough Cultural Council is meeting to review and vote on grant applications for 2024. The body will also review minutes from the November 15, 2023 meeting.

• Voting on 2024 Grant Applications

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is reviewing three Notices of Intent for work near wetlands and reservoirs. The body will also consider a partial certificate of compliance for a Green District project.

• Notice of Intent for 60,000 square foot commercial building at 686 Forest St.
• Notice of Intent for retaining wall and parking lot repaving at 110-116 Boston Post Rd.
• Notice of Intent for DPW drainage upgrades and wall replacement at 1-7 Cullinane Dr.
• Partial certificate of compliance request for Green District (DEP 212-1215) Phase 1
• Violation resolution update for 541 Pleasant St.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority is meeting to vote on the FY24 budget and various housing-related policies. The body will also consider contracts for professional services and construction bids. A home improvement loan for a specific property is on the agenda.

• Approval of FY24 Budget
• Contract for Fenton, Ewald & Associates for FY24
• Bid approval for Zander Corporation (FISH #170093)
• CDA Home Improvement Loan for 55 Howland St
• Approval of Smoke-Free Policy and Section 8 Payment Standards

City Clerk

The School Committee Negotiations Sub-Committee and the MEA Negotiations Team are meeting to start collective bargaining discussions. The meeting is scheduled to move into executive session to avoid detrimental impacts on bargaining.

• Collective bargaining discussions between the Negotiations Sub-Committee and the MEA Negotiations Team

City Clerk

The Licensing Board is meeting to address administrative business and new business. The primary item is the request for one-day liquor licenses for the Holiday Stroll Chowder/Chili Contest.

• One-day liquor licenses for Holiday Stroll - Chowder/Chili Contest (Marlborough Economic Development Corp., 91 Main Street, Suite 204)
• Proposed servers: Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company (19 Weed Street)
• Proposed servers: Flying Dreams Brewing (277 Main Street)
• Proposed servers: Tackle Box Brewing Company (416 Boston Post Rd E)
• Proposed servers: Zarape Restaurant (33 Maple Street)

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will meet to discuss one-day liquor licenses for the Holiday Stroll Chowder/Chili Contest. The event is organized by the Marlborough Economic Development Corp.

• One-day liquor licenses for Holiday Stroll - Chowder/Chili Contest at 91 Main Street, Suite 204
• Proposed servers: Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company (19 Weed Street)
• Proposed servers: Flying Dreams Brewing (277 Main Street)
• Proposed servers: Tackle Box Brewing Company (416 Boston Post Rd E)
• Proposed servers: Zarape Restaurant (33 Maple Street)

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review the November 2023 Trust Fund and State Aid report. The board will also discuss the Director's report and donor plaques for the Marlborough Public Library Foundation.

• Trust Fund /State Aid Report — November 2023
• Marlborough Public Library Foundation donor plaques
• Director’s Report

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review director updates regarding migrant housing, respiratory illness reporting, and an FDA food recall. The meeting also includes updates from the nurse and assistant sanitarian, as well as discussions regarding 90 Linda Circle.

• Migrant Housing updates
• Viral Respiratory Illness Reporting
• FDA Food Recall information
• Review of 90 Linda Circle
• Subdivision, Site Plan & Special Permit Reviews

City Clerk

The Board of Health will receive updates from the Director, Nurse, and Assistant Sanitarian. The meeting includes discussions on migrant housing and respiratory illness reporting. The board will also review site plans and special permits.

• Migrant housing updates
• Viral respiratory illness reporting
• FDA food recall
• 90 Linda Circle review
• Subdivision, Site Plan and Special Permit reviews

City Council

The City Council will determine the 2024 local tax levy percentages and consider petitions for new utility poles. The body will also review a $2 million transfer for a school feasibility study and various zoning amendments.

• Public hearing to determine Fiscal Year 2024 tax classification percentages
• Transfer request of $2,000,000 from Undesignated Fund to Richer School Feasibility Study Fund
• Public hearing for utility pole installation on Hayes Memorial Drive (Order No. 23-1009015)
• Public hearing for utility pole installation on Simarano Drive (Order No. 23-1009016)
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding Affordable Housing and the Marlborough Village District

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee will meet to discuss several items including Red Spring Road and Sasseville Way. The agenda includes documents regarding a retirement overlay and Planning Board recommendations.

• Red Spring Road discussion
• Sasseville Way discussion
• Retirement Overlay planning board recommendation

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee is holding a workshop to discuss an MSBA project. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion concerning MSBA project

City Clerk

The Whitcomb School Council is meeting to establish its leadership and schedule. The body will elect a co-chair and secretary and review accountability data.

• Election of Co-chair and Secretary
• Establishment of meeting schedule
• Review of accountability data

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Board of Trustees is meeting via remote participation. The board will consider the approval of the AMSA Bullying and Intervention Plan and a new parent representative.

• Approval of AMSA Bullying and Intervention Plan
• Introduction and approval of New Parent Representative
• Capital Campaign Update
• Board Education/BoardOntrack Platform Review
• Approval of meeting minutes from Oct 26, Nov 8, and Nov 15, 2023

City Clerk

The Board of Assessors will discuss the release of funds from the overlay surplus. The board will also review a request to release a land tax lien for property owned by Heritage Farm LLC. An executive session is scheduled to vote on tax exemptions, abatements, and litigation strategy.

• Vote on release of funds from overlay surplus
• Request for release of land tax lien for Heritage Farm LLC (61A-Agricultural/Horticultural)
• Applications for exemption under MGL c. 59, s. 5
• Applications for abatement of real property tax under MGL c. 59, s. 60
• Outstanding ATB appeals, abatements, and settlements

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider applications for a new manager at the Hilton Garden Inn and a dealership license for McGovern MHQ, Inc. The board will also provide an update on 2024 licensing renewals.

• Manager application for CSM Marlborough Hotel, LLC (Hilton Garden Inn) at 170 Forest St.
• Class I Dealership License application for McGovern MHQ, Inc. at 401 Elm St.
• Update on 2024 licensing renewals

City Clerk

The Licensing Board will meet to consider a new manager application for the Hilton Garden Inn and a dealership license for McGovern MHQ, Inc. The board will also discuss 2024 licensing renewals.

• Manager application for CSM Marlborough Hotel, LLC (Hilton Garden Inn) at 170 Forest St.
• Class I Dealership License application for McGovern MHQ, Inc. at 401 Elm St.
• Update on 2024 licensing renewals

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will review requests regarding stop signs and crosswalks, and discuss potential one-way traffic on Weed Street. The body will also continue discussions on parking and traffic concerns for Mt. Pleasant Street, Crescent Street, and commercial vehicles.

• Request to delay removal of northern stop sign at Clinton St. and Auburn St.
• Request for crosswalk sign at Devens St. and Washington St.
• Proposal to make Weed Street one-way (westbound) between Court Street and City Hall rear plaza
• Ongoing review of Mt. Pleasant Street traffic light timing
• Discussion of Crescent Street parking restrictions

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to review third-quarter investment results from The Meketa Group. The board will also act on member retirements, refunds, transfers, and the approval of new members.

• The Meketa Group 3rd Quarter Investment Results
• Approval of retirements
• Approval of refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Approval of new members
• Discussion of open position posting

City Clerk

The School Committee will meet to receive reports from the Superintendent and the Director of Finance & Operations. The body will also consider the acceptance of minutes and donations.

• Acceptance of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of donations and gifts
• Director of Finance & Operations Report
• Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning Report

City Clerk

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning determination for 63 Bruce Rd. The applicant is seeking a variance to build a 24’x12’ addition and front porch that would deviate from side yard setback requirements.

• Public hearing for 63 Bruce Rd. regarding a proposed 24’x12’ addition and front porch
• Request for variance to allow a right side yard setback of 8.2 feet

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning determination for a property at 63 Bruce Rd. The applicant is seeking a variance to build a 24’x12’ addition and front porch.

• Public hearing for 63 Bruce Rd. regarding a proposed 24’x12’ addition and front porch
• Variance request for a right side yard setback of 8.2 feet, which is less than the required 15 feet (or 10 feet for structures built before 1969)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will review third-quarter investment results from The Meketa Group. The body will also act on the approval of new members, retirements, refunds, transfers, and rollovers.

• The Meketa Group 3rd Quarter Investment Results
• Approval of new members and retirements
• Approval of refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Discussion of open position posting

City Clerk

The School Committee Negotiations Subcommittee is meeting to enter an executive session. The body intends to discuss strategy for upcoming negotiations with the Marlborough Educators Association.

• Executive session regarding Marlborough Educators Association negotiations

City Council

The City Council will discuss several grant acceptances, including funding for French Hill and energy improvements. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding electric conduit installation on Donald Lynch Boulevard and consider zoning amendments.

• Grant of $3,020,536.00 for infrastructure improvements of Lincoln Street in French Hill
• Grant of $175,734.00 for energy improvements at the Recreation Building and Marlborough High School
• Public hearing on Massachusetts Electric petition for underground conduits on Donald Lynch Boulevard
• Proposed zoning amendments for Sasseville Way and Red Spring Road Overlay Districts
• Special permit application for Somar Landscape, Inc. at 59 Airport Boulevard, Unit 16

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three projects involving work near wetlands. The body will also discuss a violation at 541 Pleasant St.

• Notice of Intent for a 60,000 square foot commercial building at 686 Forest St.
• Notice of Intent to replace a retaining wall and repave a parking lot at 110-116 Boston Post Rd.
• Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation at Sasseville Way
• Discussion of violation at 541 Pleasant St.

City Clerk

The Historical Commission will meet to review preservation guides and website optimization. The body will also discuss specific historic markers at 406 Lincoln St and 286 W Main St.

• Historic marker at 406 Lincoln St (Marlborough Wire Goods Company)
• Out-of-date marker language at 286 W Main St
• Veterans Board preservation
• Preservation guide updates
• Website optimization efforts

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three projects involving work near wetlands. The body will also discuss a violation at 541 Pleasant St.

• Notice of Intent for a 60,000 square foot commercial building at 686 Forest St.
• Notice of Intent to replace a retaining wall and repave a parking lot at 110-116 Boston Post Rd.
• Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation at Sasseville Way
• Discussion regarding a violation at 541 Pleasant St.

City Clerk

The Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Council will meet to review the school's vision and improvement plan. The body will discuss actions to monitor goals and schedule meeting dates for the year.

• Review of School Vision
• Review of Goodnow School Improvement Plan
• Planning of meeting dates for the year

City Clerk

The Richer School Council will meet via Zoom to approve previous meeting minutes and review district goals. The body will also discuss the school improvement goals and the SIP review process.

• Approval of October 30 meeting minutes
• Review of district goals
• Review of Richer school improvement goals
• Discussion of SIP review process

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss items related to zoning and planning. The agenda includes a review of recommendations from the Planning Board and a presentation on mixed-use packets.

• Planning Board recommendations
• Mixed-use packet review
• Zoning discussions

City Clerk

The Marlborough Cultural Council is meeting to discuss current grantees and review applications for 2024 grants. The body will also receive reports from workgroups.

• Review of 2024 grant applications
• Updates on current grantees
• Workgroup reports

City Clerk

The Board of Trustees Education Committee is meeting to discuss school attendance and interventions. The committee will also review updates to the AMSA Bullying and Intervention Plan and discuss committee goals.

• Review of AMSA Bullying and Intervention Plan updates
• AMSA School Attendance Update and Interventions
• Discussion of Education Committee Goals
• Approval of October 18, 2023 meeting minutes

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting. The board will vote to ratify the Department Chairs Contract.

• Vote to ratify Department Chairs Contract

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will conduct administrative business and address new business. The agenda includes a request for a one-day liquor license.

• One-day Liquor License: Stevie's Eatery for event at Jacobs Hall, 8 Newton Street

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Finance & Audit Committee will meet remotely. The committee is scheduled to review the current construction budget and change order log.

• Review of Change Order Log
• Review of Current Construction Budget
• Discussion of Finance Committee Goals
• Approval of October 24, 2023 minutes

City Clerk

The Licensing Board is meeting to address administrative business and new business. The primary item for consideration is a one-day liquor license for an event at Jacobs Hall.

• One-day liquor license for Stevie's Eatery at Jacobs Hall, 8 Newton Street

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee will meet to discuss the FY25 budget calendar and transportation contracts. The body will vote on requesting funds for an MSBA feasibility study and requests for additional buses.

• Vote to request funds for MSBA Feasibility Study
• Request for bid for FY24 additional buses
• Request to rebid the Main Transportation Contract for FY25
• FY25 Budget Calendar
• Acceptance of grants, donations and gifts

City Clerk

The Jaworek School Council will meet to discuss the school's improvement plan and MCAS. The body will also review talking points feedback and establish future meeting dates.

• Review of School Improvement Plan
• Discussion of MCAS
• Talking Points Feedback

City Clerk

The Kane School Council will meet to discuss the School Improvement Plan and review MCAS data. The body will also address meeting minutes and future planning.

• School Improvement Plan
• MCAS data review

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several grant acceptances for public safety and human resources, as well as a proposed TIF agreement with Sartorius. The body is also discussing zoning amendments related to affordable housing and the Marlborough Village District.

• Grant of $1,350,000 for infrastructure upgrades and reconstruction of Windsor Street
• Proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Agreement with Sartorius at 200 Donald J. Lynch Boulevard
• Grant of $59,840 for traffic enforcement focusing on impaired and distracted driving
• Grant of $60,000 for a formal wage and classification plan
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding Definitions, Affordable Housing, and the Marlborough Village District

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Governance Committee is meeting to review the employee handbook and committee goals. The session includes a review of previous action items and minutes from October 11, 2023.

• Employee Handbook Review
• Progress on 2023-2024 Committee Goals in BoardOnTrack
• Approval of October 11, 2023 minutes

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting. The board will meet in executive session before reconvening in open session to vote on a contract.

• Vote to ratify the Department Chairs Contract

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to conduct an executive session. The session is designated to discuss personnel matters including reputation, character, health, discipline, or complaints regarding an individual.

• Executive session regarding personnel matters under purpose 7 of the Open Meeting Law

Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive reports from the General Foreman of Parks, Forestry & Cemeteries and the Recreation Director.

• Approval of September 20, 2023 minutes
• Parks Report from Chris White
• Recreation Report from Charles Thebado

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board is meeting to conduct an executive session regarding personnel matters. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss reputation, character, physical condition, mental health, discipline, dismissal, or complaints regarding an individual

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee is scheduled to participate in a joint conference and workshop with the Superintendent from November 7 through November 10, 2023. The meeting will take place at the Resort & Conference Center in Hyannis, MA.

• Superintendent/School Committee Joint Conference & Workshop

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review director updates regarding migrant housing, nursing, and mosquito surveillance. The meeting includes an informal discussion on rules for raising or keeping animals within the city.

• Discussion on migrant housing
• MA mosquito surveillance updates
• Informal discussion on animal keeping rules and regulations
• Introduction and approval of agents for tobacco control duties

City Clerk

The Board of Health will meet to receive director updates and review site plans. The agenda includes discussions on migrant housing and rules for keeping animals within the city.

• Discussion on migrant housing
• Informal discussion on Rules and Regulations Relative to Raising or Keeping of Animals within the City of Marlborough
• Introduction and approval of agents for tobacco control duties
• MA mosquito surveillance updates
• Subdivision, Site Plan, and Special Permit reviews

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee is meeting to review documents and packets related to urban affairs and zoning. The provided agenda does not list specific motions or decisions to be made.

City Clerk

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to conduct routine business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to conduct an executive session. The session is designated to discuss personnel matters regarding the reputation, character, health, or discipline of an individual.

• Executive session under purpose 7 of the Open Meeting Law

City Clerk

The agenda for this meeting consists of a School Committee Workshop. No specific discussion topics or decision items were listed in the provided document.

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding tree removal, generator installation, and retaining wall replacement near wetlands. The body will also review resource area delineations and issue certificates of compliance for two properties.

• 846-850 Boston Post Rd.: Proposal to remove trees behind building near wetlands
• 28 Littlefield Ln.: Installation of whole-house natural-gas generator near wetlands
• 110-116 Boston Post Rd.: Proposal to replace retaining wall and repave parking lot
• Sasseville Way: Review and verification of wetland resource areas
• Certificates of Compliance for 309 Stevens St. and 630 & 686 Forest St.

City Clerk

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

• Acceptance of October 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Executive Director’s Report

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review requests for determinations of applicability and a notice of intent regarding work near wetlands. The body will also consider certificates of compliance for two properties and discuss a violation update.

• 846-850 Boston Post Rd.: Proposal to remove trees behind building near wetlands
• 28 Littlefield Ln.: Installation of whole-house natural-gas generator near wetlands
• 110-116 Boston Post Rd.: Proposal to replace retaining wall and repave parking lot
• Sasseville Way: Review and verification of delineated Wetland Resource areas
• Certificates of Compliance for 309 Stevens St. and 630 & 686 Forest St.

City Clerk

The City Clerk will conduct testing of Accu-Vote ballot machines. This is a procedural meeting to ensure equipment functionality.

• Testing of Accu-Vote Ballot Machines

City Clerk

The Marlborough Cultural Council will meet to discuss updates on current grantees and review new grant applications. The body will also receive reports from its workgroups.

• Updates on current grantees
• Review of new grant applications
• Reports from workgroups

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to approve retirements, refunds, and new members. The board will also discuss a software vendor contract and conduct an executive session regarding medical records and personnel.

• Executive session to review medical records for a potential PERAC Medical Panel
• Approval of retirements, refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Discussion of software vendor contract
• Approval of new board members

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to approve retirements, refunds, and new members. The agenda includes an executive session to review medical records for a potential PERAC Medical Panel and a personnel matter.

• Executive session regarding medical records for PERAC Medical Panel determination
• Executive session regarding a personnel matter
• Approval of retirements, refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Discussion of a software vendor contract
• Approval of new members

City Clerk

The Richer School Council will meet to establish future meeting dates and review the School Improvement Plan. The meeting includes an open forum for discussion.

• Overview of School Improvement Plan
• Identification of meeting dates

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees will meet to approve meeting minutes and a financial audit. The board will also elect a new Director of STEM for the Sarong Eagles Foundation.

• Election of new Director of STEM Sarong Eagles Foundation
• Approval of Financial Audit
• Review of School Year 2023-2024 Board Goals
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy

City Clerk

The Marlborough Community Development Authority will meet to approve minutes and financial records. The body will review payables for September and October 2023 and financials for FY24. The Executive Director will provide a monthly report.

• Approval of September/October 2023 payables
• Approval of August and September 2023 FY24 financials
• Monthly report from MCDA Executive Director

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will meet to approve meeting minutes and financial records for August and September 2023. The body will also review payables for September and October 2023 and receive a report from the Executive Director.

• Approval of September/October 2023 payables
• Approval of August and September 2023 FY24 financials
• Monthly report from MCDA Executive Director

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will meet to address administrative business and new business. The board is scheduled to discuss one-day liquor licenses for two locations.

• One-day liquor license for Stevie's Eatery at Jacobs Hall, 8 Newton St.
• One-day liquor license for Lost Shoe, 19 Weed Street for Winter Market and Winter Concert Series @Solomon Pond Mall

City Clerk

The Licensing Board is meeting to address administrative business and new license requests. The board will review minutes from September 27 and October 19, 2023.

• One-day liquor license request for Stevie's Eatery at Jacobs Hall, 8 Newton St.
• One-day liquor license request for Lost Shoe at Winter Market @ Solomon Pond Mall
• One-day liquor license request for Winter Concert Series @ Solomon Pond Mall

City Clerk

The Traffic Commission is meeting to discuss new requests for parking signs and restrictions. The body will also review ongoing traffic and parking issues on several city streets.

• Handicap parking sign request at 228 Prospect Street
• Parking restriction request for the west side of Liberty Street
• Traffic concerns on Mt. Pleasant Street
• Parking issues on Crescent Street
• Speed concerns on Church Street

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will discuss new requests for a handicap parking sign and a parking restriction. The body will also review ongoing traffic and parking concerns on Mt. Pleasant, Crescent, and Church Streets.

• Handicap parking sign request for 228 Prospect Street
• Parking restriction request for the west side of Liberty Street near Granger Blvd
• Discussion of Mt. Pleasant Street traffic concerns
• Review of Crescent Street parking issues
• Discussion of speed concerns on Church Street

City Clerk

This agenda contains a single item: an AMSA meeting scheduled for October 24, 2023, with two attached PDF documents. No other business is listed, so the agenda is essentially procedural or informational in nature.

• AMSA meeting scheduled for 10-24-2023
• Two agenda documents attached (AMSA_MEETING_10-24-2023.PDF and AMSA_MEETING_10-24-2023_0.PDF)

City Clerk

The Council on Aging will meet to receive updates from the Director and Board. The agenda includes a specific update regarding Springwell, formerly known as BayPath.

• Director's update
• Board update regarding Springwell (formerly BayPath)

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee will meet to discuss the Superintendent's report and various action items. The body is scheduled to consider FY24 operating budget transfers and the FY24 Superintendent goals.

• FY24 Operating Budget Transfers
• FY24 Superintendent Goals
• 2025 Music Festival
• Acceptance of Donation and Gifts

City Clerk

The provided agenda contains only a notice for a City Council meeting. No specific items, discussions, or decisions are listed in the text provided.

Planning Board

This is a procedural meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The agenda includes only the agenda itself and a meeting materials packet, indicating no specific decisions or discussions are detailed.

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a retirement community overlay district on Robin Hill Street and a landscaper's yard at Airport Boulevard. The body is also reviewing a proposal for a 475-unit multifamily and commercial project at Simarano Drive and Cedar Hill Street.

• Proposed zoning amendment for an over-55 community on Robin Hill Street (Map 39, Parcels 5 and 26B)
• Special permit application for a 475-unit residential and 4,800 sf commercial project at Simarano Drive and Cedar Hill Street
• Public hearing for a landscaper's yard at 59 Airport Boulevard, Unit 16
• Proposed creation of the Red Spring Road Overlay District (RSR)
• Petition from Mass Electric and Verizon to install a pole and manhole on High Street

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board is meeting to discuss one-day liquor licenses for the Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest event. The board will review applications from three specific businesses.

• One-day liquor license: Lost Shoe, 19 Weed Street
• One-day liquor license: Flying Dreams, 277 Main Street
• One-day liquor license: Tackle Box Brewing, 416 Boston Post Rd E
• Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest Event at Solomon Pond Mall

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission is reviewing requests for work near wetlands and discussing a proposed residential overlay district. The body will also receive updates on three property violations.

• Public hearing: Tree removal at 846-850 Boston Post Rd
• Public hearing: Retaining wall replacement and repaving at 110-116 Boston Post Rd
• Discussion: Proposed Sassville Way Residential Overlay District
• Violation updates: 541 Pleasant St, 27 Red Spring Rd, and Blaiswood Ave wall
• Certificate of Compliance: 36 Fitchburg St

City Clerk

The Marlborough Historical Commission is meeting to discuss historical markers and a preservation guidebook. The body will review applications for specific properties on Main Street and Lincoln Street.

• New application for Historic Home Marker at 65 W Main Street
• Brass commemorative sign for 487 Lincoln St (Cozy Café)
• Update on Preservation Guidebook

City Clerk

The Licensing Board is meeting to consider one-day liquor licenses for several entities. The board will also address miscellaneous correspondence and open issues.

• One-day liquor license for Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest Event at Solomon Pond Mall
• One-day liquor license for Lost Shoe, 19 Weed Street
• One-day liquor license for Flying Dreams, 277 Main Street
• One-day liquor license for Tackle Box Brewing, 416 Boston Post Rd E

City Clerk

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a property at 67 Simmons St. The applicant is seeking a variance to build a single story rear addition that would exceed lot coverage and rear yard setback requirements.

• Public hearing for 67 Simmons St. regarding a variance for a single story rear addition

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding tree removal and retaining wall replacement near wetlands. The body will also discuss a proposed residential overlay district and several property violations.

• Request for Determination of Applicability for tree removal at 846-850 Boston Post Rd
• Notice of Intent to replace a retaining wall and repave a parking lot at 110-116 Boston Post Rd
• Certificate of Compliance for 36 Fitchburg St
• Discussion of Proposed Sassville Way Residential Overlay District
• Violation updates for 541 Pleasant St, 27 Red Spring Rd, and Blaiswood Ave wall

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a property at 67 Simmons St. The applicant is seeking a variance to build a single story rear addition that exceeds lot coverage and rear yard setback requirements.

• Public hearing for variance request at 67 Simmons St. for a single story rear addition

City Clerk

The Board of Trustees Education Committee is meeting to review committee bylaws and the Academic Excellence Committee job description. The session includes an MCAS presentation and a review of sample goals for the Academic Excellence Committee.

• Approval of May 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Education Committee Bylaws
• Review of Academic Excellence Committee Job Description
• MCAS Presentation
• Review of sample goals for Academic Excellence Committee

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee will hold a special meeting to welcome visitors from Akiruno and discuss the Akiruno trip.

• Welcome for Akiruno visitors
• Discussion of Akiruno trip

City Clerk

The Municipal Aggregation Committee is meeting to review residential energy savings for 2023 and projections for 2024. The body will discuss NGrid winter pricing, rate forecasts, and indicative pricing for future contracts.

• Review of second quarter 2023 residential savings
• Discussion of House Bill H3852 regarding electrical load aggregation programs
• Review of NGrid winter pricing and DPU efforts to smooth bill spikes
• Discussion of indicative pricing for future contracts

City Clerk

The Legislative Legal Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss an easement related to Main South Bolton. The agenda includes only this single item, with supporting documents provided.

• Discussion of easement on Main South Bolton

City Clerk

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to conduct standard business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

City Clerk

The Urban Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss sign applications submitted by Green Gold Group. The agenda includes only this item, with supporting documents provided.

• Review of sign applications by Green Gold Group

City Clerk

The City Council Finance Committee is meeting to discuss salary ordinances and job descriptions. The review covers the library, assessor, and public facilities roles.

• Salary ordinances and job descriptions for Library staff
• Salary ordinances and job descriptions for Assessor staff
• Salary ordinances and job descriptions for Public Facilities staff

City Clerk

The Board of Registrars is meeting to discuss early voting options for the upcoming municipal election. The board intends to recommend that the City Council authorize in-person early voting.

• Recommendation for in-person early voting for the November 7, 2023, Municipal Election
• Approval of May 18, 2023, meeting minutes

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board is meeting to conduct an executive session regarding a specific individual. No other public business is listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health of an individual, or personnel discipline/complaints

City Clerk

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

• Acceptance of August 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Executive Director's Report

City Clerk

The Tree Warden will hold a public hearing to consider an application from National Grid to remove and prune public shade trees. The proposed work aims to reduce power outage problems by clearing hazard trees along three-phase lines.

• Proposed removal of seven town trees
• Proposed pruning of ten town trees
• Affected roads: Steven St, Hosmer St, East Main St, Hildreth St, and Church St

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board is meeting to conduct an executive session. The session is designated to discuss personnel matters under purpose 7 of the Open Meeting Law.

• Executive session regarding the reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health of an individual, or discipline, dismissal, or complaints against a public officer or employee

City Clerk

The agenda consists of a meeting for the AMSA. No specific discussion topics or decisions are detailed in the provided text.

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee will meet to receive reports from the Superintendent and the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services & Equity. The body will consider action items regarding the New England Innovation Academy and the acceptance of donations and gifts.

• Action item: New England Innovation Academy
• Action item: Acceptance of Donations and Gifts
• Presentation: MHS Student Advisory Committee

City Clerk

The School Committee will meet in executive session to discuss the memorialization of positions omitted from the 2021-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Marlborough Educator Association.

• Memorialization of positions omitted from the 2021-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding landfill cap improvements at 402 Hudson St. The body will also review orders of conditions and compliance certificates for several local properties.

• Public hearing: Landfill cap improvements at 402 Hudson St. (DPW)
• Order of Conditions: 689 Pleasant St. Lot 5
• Draft Conditions review: Hayes Memorial Dr. Lot K
• Certificate of Compliance review: 791 Boston Post Rd. (Waste Management)
• Discussion: Wetland violation at 541 Pleasant St. and Desert Natural Area logging proposal

City Clerk

The meeting scheduled for October 5, 2023, has been cancelled. It has been rescheduled for October 12, 2023, at 2:00 P.M.

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings and review conditions for several local projects. The body will discuss a landfill cap improvement project and a logging proposal for the Desert Natural Area.

• Notice of Intent for landfill cap improvements at 402 Hudson St. (DPW)
• Order of Conditions for 689 Pleasant St. Lot 5
• Draft Conditions review for Hayes Memorial Dr. Lot K
• Certificate of Compliance review for 791 Boston Post Rd. (Waste Management)
• Update on wetland violation at 541 Pleasant St.

City Clerk

The City Clerk's office is meeting to perform testing on Accu-Vote ballot machines. This is a procedural session to ensure equipment functionality.

• Testing of Accu-Vote Ballot Machines

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review the September 2023 Trust Fund and State Aid report. The agenda includes a Director's report and a discussion regarding the Marlborough Public Library Foundation.

• Trust Fund /State Aid Report - September 2023
• Marlborough Public Library Foundation
• Children's sculptures

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees discussed the opening of the new library, including staffing shortages and IT challenges with self-check software. The board also initiated a move toward a new Strategic Plan and approved a staff thank-you expenditure.

• Approved $600 from the O’Connell Fund to thank staff for the library opening
• Reported 1st floor entrance is currently unusable due to non-ADA compliant walkways
• Reported IT security risks and software obsolescence with Tech Logic self-check systems
• MPLF reported total funds raised of $1,872,202.09
• Proposed change to allow full-time employees to work Sundays for time and a half

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review minutes and receive updates from the Director regarding migrant housing, mosquito surveillance, and food establishment risk assessments. The meeting also includes reviews for subdivision, site plan, and special permits as required.

• Director's updates on migrant housing
• MA Mosquito Surveillance update
• Food Establishment Risk Assessment update
• Subdivision, Site Plan & Special Permit Reviews

Planning Board

This is a procedural agenda with no substantive items listed. The Planning Board is meeting, but the agenda contains only the agenda document and a meeting materials packet, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

City Clerk

The Board of Health will receive director's updates on several public health topics. The meeting includes reviews of subdivisions, site plans, and special permits as required.

• Discussion of migrant housing
• MA Mosquito Surveillance update
• Food Establishment Risk Assessment
• Subdivision, Site Plan, and Special Permit reviews

City Clerk

This is a procedural agenda for the Marlborough City Council meeting on October 2, 2023. The agenda lists only the meeting and associated documents, with no specific items detailed.

City Clerk

The School Council will meet to discuss the FY2024 instructional budget for Marlborough High School. The body will also review the draft 2023-2024 School Improvement Plan (SIP).

• FY2024 MHS instructional budget review
• Draft 2023-2024 MHS School Improvement Plan (SIP) review

City Council

The City Council is reviewing communications regarding municipal elections, sign plans, and employee layoffs. Two public hearings on zoning and special permits were postponed to October 23. The council voted 5-0 to file a request to transfer $4,925,000 from free cash for public safety communication upgrades.

• Voted 5-0 to file a $4,925,000 transfer request from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Public Safety Equipment
• Postponed public hearing for Red Spring Road Overlay District zoning amendment
• Postponed public hearing for Somar Landscape, Inc. special permit at 59 Airport Boulevard
• Notification of employee layoffs at Ambri Incorporated, 53 Brigham Street
• Request for Master Sign Plan for Green Gold Group at 910 Boston Post Road East

City Council

The City Council is processing a bond request to fund a multifaceted upgrade of public safety communications systems. The project includes software updates for computer aided dispatch, new digital phone systems for fire stations, and microwave and tower upgrades.

• Appropriation of $4,925,000.00 for emergency communication systems and public safety equipment
• Replacement of a failing tower pole at the Marlborough Police Department with a pole from Hudson
• Microwave upgrade for transmission links between receiving sites and dispatch
• Phase II IT CAD Upgrade costing $75,000.00
• Purchase of Motorola LMR Base Radio System for $2,687,673.00

City Clerk

This is a special City Council meeting agenda with no listed agenda items. The agenda only includes references to a PDF agenda and packet, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or administrative in nature.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, payables, and financial reports. The meeting includes a monthly report from the MCDA Executive Director.

• Approval of August 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of August/September 23 payables
• Approval of July 23 financials
• Monthly report from MCDA Executive Director

City Clerk

The Marlborough Community Development Authority will meet to approve previous minutes, payables, and July 2023 financials. The body will also receive a monthly report from the Executive Director and discuss housing and community development.

• Approval of August 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of August/September 23 payables
• Approval of July 23 financials
• Monthly report from MCDA Executive Director

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider applications for a new all-alcohol license and a pledge of license. The board will also review requests for one-day liquor licenses for four different entities.

• New All-Alcohol License application for Bahia's Flavor Inc at 72 Hosmer St., Unit C
• Pledge of License application for Spire Hospitality, LLC d/b/a Holiday Inn at 265 Felton St.
• One-day Liquor License for St Matthias Parish, 409 Hemenway St.
• One-day Liquor License for Marlborough Police Officers Assoc., 355 Bolton St.
• One-day Liquor Licenses for Lost Shoe (19 Weed Street) and Flying Dreams (277 Main Street)

City Clerk

The Licensing Board is meeting to consider several one-day liquor licenses and a new all-alcohol license application. The board will also review a pledge of license for a local hotel.

• One-day liquor licenses for St Matthias Parish (409 Hemenway St.), Marlborough Police Officers Assoc. (355 Bolton St.), Lost Shoe (19 Weed Street), and Flying Dreams (277 Main Street)
• New all-alcohol license application for Bahia's Flavor Inc (72 Hosmer St., Unit C)
• Pledge of license application for Spire Hospitality, LLC d/b/a Holiday Inn (265 Felton St.)

Traffic Commission

The Commission is reviewing the removal of several stop signs that no longer meet traffic volume warrants. Members also discussed potential left-turn restrictions on Mt. Pleasant Street and a proposal to regulate commercial vehicle parking.

• Proposed repeal of stop signs at Clinton Street and Auburn Street (both directions)
• Proposed repeal of stop signs at Clinton Street and Old Charter Road (both directions)
• Proposed repeal of stop sign at Beach Street and Clover Hill Street
• Discussion of 'no left turn' restrictions from South Street onto Mt. Pleasant Street between 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm
• Proposal to create ordinances restricting overnight commercial motor vehicle parking

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to approve retirements, refunds, transfers, and new members. The board will also discuss administrative matters including a software vendor and interviews for an administrative assistant.

• Approval of retirements
• Approval of refunds, transfers and rollovers
• Discussion on software vendor
• Interviews for Administrative Assistant
• Approval of new members

City Clerk

The School Committee will meet to discuss MHS staggered openings and MASC resolutions. The body is scheduled to vote on policies regarding mandated reporting and life-threatening allergies. The meeting includes reports from the Superintendent and the Director of Finance & Operations.

• Policy 8.001 Student Welfare/Mandated Reporting
• Policy 8.014 Life-Threatening Allergy
• MHS Staggered Openings for 2023-2024
• MASC Resolutions
• Special School Committee Meeting scheduled for October 17, 2023

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to approve retirements, refunds, and new members. The board will also discuss staff matters, including a software vendor and administrative assistant interviews.

• Approval of retirements
• Approval of refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Discussion on software vendor
• Interviews for Administrative Assistant
• Review of financial information

City Clerk

The Urban Affairs Committee of the Marlborough City Council is meeting to discuss a draft decision on a special permit application for the Green District Phases 3 and 4. The agenda includes only this item, with no other business listed.

• Special permit draft decision for Green District Phases 3 and 4

City Clerk

This is a procedural agenda for the Marlborough City Council Public Services Committee meeting on September 26, 2023. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and packet documents, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

• Meeting notice posted for September 26, 2023
• Meeting packet available as PDF

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding public hearings on several Notices of Intent and a Request for Determination of Applicability. The body will review proposed work near wetlands and buffer zones for various residential and municipal projects.

• Landfill cap improvements at 402 Hudson St. (DPW)
• Subdivision roadway construction at 689 Pleasant St.
• Single family home construction at 689 Pleasant St. Lot 5
• Installation of 561 feet of natural gas main pipe on Cedar Hill Street
• Certificate of Compliance reviews for 791 Boston Post Rd. and 339 Boston Post Rd.

City Clerk

The Historical Commission will review correspondence regarding specific local properties and a veterans board. The body will also provide updates on three major initiatives including a guidebook and website optimizations.

• Brass commemorative sign for 487 Lincoln St (Cozy Café)
• State preservation designation candidacy for 475 Elm St (Jacob & Thomas Rice House)
• Preservation of the Veterans Board
• Status of the historic house sign project
• Status of Adrian’s preservation guidebook

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission is holding public hearings on several projects involving work within wetland buffer zones. The body will review draft orders for a landfill cap and a subdivision roadway, and consider a new single-family home proposal.

• 402 Hudson St. (DPW): Proposed improvement and recap of existing landfill cap
• 689 Pleasant St. Subdivision Roadway: Proposed construction of roadway, utilities, and stormwater controls
• 689 Pleasant St. Lot 5: Proposed construction of a single family home
• Cedar Hill Street: Proposed installation of 561 feet of new natural gas main pipe
• 791 Boston Post Rd. (Waste Management): Review of ongoing conditions for Certificate of Compliance

Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to approve previous minutes and receive departmental reports. The meeting includes updates from the General Foreman of Parks, Forestry & Cemeteries and the Recreation Director.

• Approval of May 10, 2023 minutes
• Parks Report from Chris White
• Recreation Report from Charles Thebado

City Clerk

The commission will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports from the General Foreman of Parks, Forestry & Cemeteries and the Recreation Director.

• Approval of May 10, 2023 minutes
• Parks Report from Chris White
• Recreation Report from Charles Thebado

Planning Board

This is a procedural agenda with no substantive items listed. The only documents are the agenda and the meeting packet, so no decisions or discussions are specified.

City Clerk

This is the agenda for the Marlborough City Council meeting on September 18, 2023. The agenda includes only the meeting notice and a link to the packet; no specific items are listed in the provided text.

City Council

The City Council is conducting public hearings on a large mixed-use residential and commercial project and proposed zoning amendments regarding affordable housing and the Marlborough Village District. The body is also reviewing special permits for residential conversions and business expansions.

• Public hearing for a 475-unit mixed-use project at Simarano Drive and Cedar Hill Street
• Proposed zoning amendments to Chapter 650 regarding affordable housing and the Marlborough Village District
• Special permit for a 17-unit residential conversion at 358 Lincoln Street
• Special permit for business expansion at 13-15 Mechanic Street
• Petition from Mass Electric and Verizon New England for pole and manhole installation on High Street

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Board of Trustees will discuss and vote on whether to proceed with or pause a construction project. The board will also consider a construction change order approval process and the addition of HVAC units at 199 Forest Street.

• Vote on construction project progress or pause
• Vote on construction change order approval process
• Vote on adding HVAC units at 199 Forest Street
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy

City Clerk

The City Council Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the FY24 Public Safety Capital Bond. The agenda includes a transfer request related to this bond.

• FY24 Public Safety Capital Bond
• Transfer request for FY24 Public Safety Capital Bond

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Governance Committee will meet via remote participation. The committee is scheduled to discuss internal administrative guidelines and board planning.

• Review of Employee Handbook
• Public Comment Guidelines
• 2023-2024 Board Goals
• Board Recruitment
• Development Committee Structure

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Finance & Audit Committee will meet to review and vote on moving forward with a construction project. The meeting will be held via remote participation.

• Vote to move forward with Construction Project
• Approval of August 22, 2023 minutes

City Clerk

The City Clerk's Office will meet to review minutes and receive updates from directors and boards. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and updates.

• Board update regarding Springwell (formerly BayPath)

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee will meet to discuss student services and equity. The body will consider policies regarding life-threatening allergies and mandated reporting for student welfare.

• First read of Policy 8.014 Life-threatening Allergy
• Approval of Policy 8.001 Student Welfare/Mandated Reporting
• Acceptance of donations and gifts

Planning Board

This is a procedural meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a meeting materials packet, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

The Board set public hearing dates for two zoning amendments regarding affordable housing and the Red Spring Road Overlay District. A subdivision application for Stow Road was referred to the Legal Department for clarification on buffers and roadway definitions.

• Set Oct 2, 2023 public hearing for affordable housing zoning amendment (6-0)
• Set Oct 2, 2023 public hearing for Red Spring Road Overlay District zoning amendment (6-0)
• Referred Stow Road subdivision buffer and 'Lane' definition requirements to Legal Department (6-0)
• Accepted and filed August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Closed public hearing and record for Stow Road Scenic Road Act application (6-0)
• Accepted and filed 342 Sudbury Street progress report correspondence (6-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to introduce Paul T. Dinwoodie and consider his appointment as Director of Public Health. The meeting will also include a director's update and reviews of subdivision, site plan, and special permits as required.

• Consideration for appointment of Paul T. Dinwoodie as Director of Public Health
• Director's Update
• Subdivision, Site Plan & Special Permit reviews

The Board of Health appointed a new Director of Public Health and recommended soil sampling for the Stow Road Subdivision. The board also received updates on flu clinics, migrant housing, and beach testing.

• Approved minutes from August 7, 2023 (3-0)
• Appointed Paul T. Dinwoodie as Director of Public Health (3-0)
• Recommended soil sampling and a potential soil management plan for the Stow Road Subdivision

City Clerk

The Marlborough Board of Health will meet to consider the appointment of Paul T. Dinwoodie as Director of Public Health. The board will also review subdivision, site plans, and special permits.

• Appointment consideration of Paul T. Dinwoodie as Director of Public Health
• Subdivision, Site Plan, and Special Permit reviews

City Clerk

The City Council is holding a meeting on September 11, 2023. The agenda includes only the meeting notice and a packet of documents; no specific items are listed in the provided text. This appears to be a procedural agenda with details contained in the linked PDFs.

• Meeting date: September 11, 2023
• Agenda and packet documents available as PDFs

City Council

The City Council will review a proposed zoning amendment to allow a condominium neighborhood for residents over 55. The body will also consider a special permit for a landscaper's yard and review several property damage claims.

• Proposed zoning amendment for Map 39, Parcels 5 and 26B on Robin Hill Street for an over-55 community
• Special permit application for Somar Landscape, Inc. at 59 Airport Boulevard, Unit 16
• Road defect claim from Adam Foss regarding 9 Bellflower Road
• Road defect claim from Samantha Graham regarding 655 Boston Post Road
• Property damage/personal injury claims from Lori & Doug McCray and Verizon

The City Council approved two transfers of $1,200,355.80 each from the Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to the OPEB Trust and Undesignated Stabilization. The council also filed notifications for two interim appointments and referred several zoning and easement requests to committees.

• Approved $1,200,355.80 transfer from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to OPEB Trust
• Approved $1,200,355.80 transfer from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Undesignated Stabilization
• Referred $4,925,000.00 transfer for Public Safety Communication upgrades to Finance Committee
• Referred proposed easement at South Bolton and Main Street to Legislative & Legal Affairs Committee
• Referred Robin Hill Street over-55 community zoning amendment to Urban Affairs Committee and Planning Board
• Scheduled public hearing for October 23, 2023, regarding a free-standing sign at 247 Maple Street
• Continued public hearing on High Street pole and manhole installation until September 18, 2023
• Filed notifications for interim appointments of Theodore L. Scott (DPW) and Christopher J. Firicano (Finance)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is reviewing draft orders for several continued public hearings regarding work near wetlands. The body will also discuss a new overlay district proposal for a Boston Scientific property and city-wide flooding from August rain events.

• 402 Hudson St.: Proposed improvement and recap of existing landfill cap
• 68 River St.: Proposed razing and reconstruction of a single-family home
• 689 Pleasant St.: Proposed subdivision roadway and single-family house construction
• 279 South St.: Review and verification of delineated wetland resource areas
• 791 Boston Post Rd.: Review of ongoing conditions for Waste Management Certificate of Compliance

The Conservation Commission voted to send a letter to City Council opposing a zoning overlay district on Boston Scientific property to protect wildlife habitat and water quality. The board also approved several draft Orders of Conditions and a Resource Area Delineation.

• Approved letter to City Council opposing Boston Scientific overlay district (7-0)
• Approved draft Order of Conditions for 68 River St. (6-1)
• Approved draft Order of Conditions for 689 Pleasant St. Lot 6 (5-1)
• Approved draft Order of Resource Area Delineation for 279 South St. (7-0)
• Tabled Notice of Intent for 689 Pleasant St. Subdivision Roadway (6-0)
• Continued 402 Hudson St. DPW landfill cap item to August 21 agenda
• Continued 791 Boston Post Rd. Certificate of Compliance to next meeting
• Approved August 3, 2023 minutes (7-0)

City Clerk

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and vote on land classification applications and real property tax abatement requests. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss pending litigation and outstanding appeals.

• Applications for forest, agricultural/horticultural, and recreational land classification under MGL c. 61, c. 61A, c. 61B
• Applications for abatement of real property tax under MGL c. 59, s. 60
• Outstanding ATB appeals, abatements, and settlements

City Clerk

The meeting of the Board of Marlborough Cable Trust scheduled for September 2023 was cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate.

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission is holding continued public hearings on several Notices of Intent regarding work near wetlands. The body will review draft orders for projects at 402 Hudson St., 68 River St., and 689 Pleasant St.

• 402 Hudson St.: Proposal to improve and recap existing landfill
• 68 River St.: Proposal to raze and reconstruct a single-family home
• 689 Pleasant St.: Proposals for a subdivision roadway and a single-family house
• 279 South St.: Request to verify wetland resource areas
• 791 Boston Post Rd.: Review of ongoing conditions for Certificate of Compliance

City Clerk

The Fort Meadow Commission will meet to review August meeting minutes and discuss various lake management items. The body will also address the Sasseville Way residential development.

• Sasseville Way residential development
• Post treatment survey scheduled for September 22
• Boat launch, buoys, and dock supplies
• Weeds and drawdown

City Clerk

The Marlborough Cultural Council is meeting to review minutes and receive updates on current grantees. The body will also hear reports from its workgroups and discuss future items.

• Updates on current grantees
• Reports from workgroups

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss specific development projects. The agenda includes reviews of the Armory housing project and properties on Lincoln Street and Mechanics Street.

• Armory housing project
• 358 Lincoln St packet
• 13-15 Mechanics St packet

City Clerk

This is a procedural posting for the Marlborough City Council Public Services Committee meeting on September 6, 2023. The agenda contains only document references and no listed agenda items, so the specific topics to be discussed are not detailed in this text.

• Meeting notice for Public Services Committee, dated 2023-09-06

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review financial reports and the Director's report. The meeting includes discussions on the meeting room policy and the addition of children's sculptures.

• Meeting Room Policy review by Policy Subcommittee
• Discussion of children's sculptures
• Trust Fund / State Aid Report for June through August 2023

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees reviewed the transition of the library collection from the Walker Building to the new facility. Director Belisle provided updates on construction delays, technology installation, and the anticipated opening in late September.

• Accepted Trustee Funds/State Aid Reports for June–August 2023
• Reported $1,749,319.78 total funds raised by the Library Foundation, including $50,000 from BJ's and $100,000 from the State of Massachusetts
• Discussed a proposal to resurface bronze animals for the Children’s Sculpture Garden at a cost of $5,000
• Reviewed a Meeting Room Policy vetted by the city's legal department
• Reported that the Local History Room will not be completed until mid-November

City Clerk

The Policy Sub-Committee of the Marlborough School Committee is meeting to review existing and proposed policies. Discussions include student welfare and the potential introduction of policies regarding AI and cell phones.

• Review of Policy 8.001 Student Welfare
• Review of Policy 8.014 Students with Life-Threatening Conditions or Other Medical Concerns
• Consideration of Mandated Reporter policy
• Consideration of Cell Phone policy
• Consideration of AI policy

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Board of Trustees will meet to approve school goals and financial guarantees. The board will also vote on construction contracts and discuss collective bargaining strategy in executive session.

• Authorize WT Rich contracts for HVAC and Electrical
• Approval of ED Goals 2023-2024
• MDFA Guaranty
• Approval of July 27, 2023 minutes
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider an application for a new all-alcohol license and several one-day liquor licenses. The board will also review a manager change for a local hotel and discuss a site visit.

• New all-alcohol license application for JKMN Family Corp. (Saffron) at 493 Boston Post Rd. W
• One-day liquor licenses for Lost Shoe (19 Weed Street), Flying Dreams (277 Main Street), Tackle Box Brewing Company (416 Boston Post Rd E), and MEDC (91 Main Street)
• Manager change application for MHF MB Operating VII, LLC (Courtyard Boston Marlborough) at 75 Felton St.
• Discussion of 21 Boston Post Rd. E. site visit

The Board approved a new all-alcohol license for JKMN Family Corp. (d/b/a Saffron) and several one-day licenses for upcoming local events. The Board also closed the issue regarding Post Road Pantry after a site visit confirmed minimum standards were met.

• Approved all-alcohol license for JKMN Family Corp. d/b/a Saffron at 493 Boston Post Road W. (3-0)
• Approved one-day licenses for Lost Shoe for Labor Day Parade, Labor Day Beer Garden, and Oktoberfest (3-0)
• Approved one-day licenses for Flying Dreams for Labor Day Parade, Labor Day Beer Garden, and Oktoberfest (3-0)
• Approved one-day licenses for Tackle Box Brewing Company for Labor Day Parade, Labor Day Beer Garden, and Oktoberfest (3-0)
• Approved one-day license for Marlborough Economic Development Corp. Food Truck Festival (3-0)
• Closed issue regarding Post Road Pantry at 21 Boston Post Rd E following site visit
• Approved August 2 and August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Clerk

The Licensing Board will consider several one-day liquor licenses and one application for a new all-alcohol license. The board will also review a manager change for a local hotel and discuss a site visit.

• One-day liquor licenses for Lost Shoe (19 Weed Street), Flying Dreams (277 Main Street), Tackle Box Brewing Company (416 Boston Post Rd E), and MEDC (91 Main Street)
• New all-alcohol license application for JKMN Family Corp., d/b/a Saffron at 493 Boston Post Rd. W
• Manager change for MHF MB Operating VII, LLC, d/b/a courtyard Boston Marlborough at 75 Felton St. to Kevin Buchanan
• Discussion of 21 Boston Post Rd. E. site visit

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee will meet to discuss superintendent and finance reports. The body is scheduled to take action on three policy updates and the disposition of surplus textbooks.

• Policy 2.442 Order of Business
• Policy 2.450 Public Participation and School Committee meetings
• Policy 8.001 Student Welfare Plans
• Surplus Textbooks
• Acceptance of Donations & Gifts

City Clerk

The Retirement Board will meet to discuss medical record clarifications in executive session. The board will then return to open session to make a determination regarding an accidental disability calculation.

• Accidental disability determination
• Discussion of retirement software
• Review of new position posting responses

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to discuss medical record clarifications in executive session and determine an accidental disability claim. The board will also discuss retirement software and responses to a new position posting.

• Accidental disability determination
• Discussion of retirement software
• Review of new position posting responses

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will meet to approve year-end financials and payables. The body will also consider a low bidder for project FISH #170083.

• Approval of Year-End Financials & Certifications
• Approval of Low Bidder for FISH #170083
• Approval of Wage Match Certifications for FY2023
• Approval of July/August 23 payables

The Board approved the low bidder for the Pleasant St. Community Building Renovation Project, contingent on reference checks and state approval. Other actions included approving year-end financials and FY2023 wage match certifications. The Board also noted the approval of a $1.35 million FY24 CDBG Grant.

• Approved low bidder for Pleasant St. Community Building Renovation (FISH #170083) contingent on reference check and EOHLC approval
• Approved FY2023 Wage Match Certifications
• Approved Year-End Financials & Certifications
• Approved July/August 2023 payables
• Approved minutes for July 27, 2023 meeting

City Clerk

The Marlborough Community Development Authority will meet to approve year-end financials and payables. The body will also consider a low bidder for FISH #170083 and wage match certifications for FY2023.

• Approval of Year-End Financials & Certifications
• Approval of Low Bidder for FISH #170083
• Approval of FY2023 Wage Match Certifications
• Approval of July/August 23 payables

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to conduct a due diligence review of investment managers for the 2nd quarter. The board will also vote on retirements, refunds, transfers, and new members.

• Executive session regarding an Accidental Disability Calculation 91A Hearing
• 2nd Quarter Review with Investment Managers
• Review of 2022 Draft Audit by Roselli & Clark
• Discussion of retirement software and new position posting responses
• Approval of warrants and financial information

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to approve retirements, refunds, and transfers. The body will conduct a second quarter due diligence review with investment managers and discuss the 2022 draft audit from Roselli & Clark.

• 2nd Quarter Review with Investment Managers
• 2022 Draft Audit by Roselli & Clark
• Approval of retirements, refunds, and transfers
• Executive session regarding an Accidental Disability Calculation 91A Hearing
• Review of responses to new position postings

The Board approved an Ordinary Disability Retirement Application for James Diamond Jr. and accepted a lower 3bps fee from SSGA. Members also authorized the RFP process for several asset classes and approved 13 new memberships.

• Approved Ordinary Disability Retirement Application for James Diamond, Jr. (4-0)
• Denied Accidental Disability Retirement Application for James Diamond Jr. (2-2)
• Terminated retirement allowance of Jeffrey Rainville (4-0)
• Accepted 3bps fee proposed by SSGA (4-0)
• Approved RFP process for Rhumbline S&P 500, Frontier, Rhumbline MSCI EAFE, Dimensional, Driehaus, and Payden (4-0)
• Approved August warrants: Retiree Payroll $1,505,102.68, Vendor $14,800.18, and Staff Payroll $15,695.61 (3-0)
• Approved 13 new membership applications (3-0)
• Approved refund request for Matthew Fawcett (3-0)

City Council Committees

The City Council is conducting public hearings on a 17-unit residential conversion at 358 Lincoln Street and utility pole installations on Forest Street. The body is also reviewing zoning amendments and special permits for commercial signage and a drive-thru ATM.

• Public hearing for 17-unit multi-family conversion at 358 Lincoln Street
• Public hearing for two utility poles on Forest Street to serve 201 Forest Street
• Proposed $10,000 grant from National Council on Aging for senior vaccines
• Special permit application for a drive-thru ATM at 189 Boston Post Road West
• Proposed zoning amendment to create the Red Spring Road Overlay District

Planning Board

The agenda lists only the standard agenda and meeting materials. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are detailed in the provided text.

The Board endorsed two 'Approval Not Required' land division plans and approved a 2-to-1 tree replacement ratio for a project on Pleasant Street. The Board also adopted new application flowcharts and scheduled public hearings for a zoning amendment and a definitive subdivision.

• Endorsed land division plan for 49 Northboro Road (5-0)
• Endorsed land division plan for 237 & 249 Cedar Hill Street (5-0)
• Approved tree removal at 689 Pleasant Street with a 2-to-1 replacement ratio (4-0)
• Approved and adopted revised flowcharts for future application submissions (5-0)
• Set September 18, 2023, public hearing for Sasseville Way Residential Overlay District zoning amendment
• Set September 11, 2023, public hearing for Stow Road definitive subdivision and scenic road application
• Accepted July 24, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)

City Clerk

This is a procedural agenda for the Marlborough City Council meeting on August 21, 2023. The agenda lists only the meeting time and references two documents (the council packet and agenda PDFs) but provides no specific items for discussion or decision.

City Council

The City Council is holding public hearings on a 17-unit residential conversion at 358 Lincoln Street and utility pole installations on Forest Street. The body is also reviewing zoning amendments for affordable housing and the creation of the Red Spring Road Overlay District.

• Special Permit for 17 residential units at 358 Lincoln Street
• Special Permit for 475 units at Simarano Drive and Cedar Hill Street
• Grant of $10,000 from National Council on Aging for senior vaccines
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding affordable housing and Marlborough Village District
• Special Permit for a drive-thru ATM at 189 Boston Post Road West

The City Council established the Red Spring Road Overlay District to regulate modifications in a lakeside residential community. The council also approved a $10,000 grant for senior vaccine administration and scheduled public hearings for new development projects.

• Created Red Spring Road Overlay District with specific lot and building regulations
• Approved $10,000 grant from National Council on Aging for senior vaccines
• Scheduled Sept. 18 public hearing for 475-unit mixed-use project at Simarano Dr and Cedar Hill St
• Scheduled Sept. 11 public hearing for utility pole installation on High Street
• Referred 'Welcome to Marlborough' sign easement to Legislative & Legal Affairs Committee
• Referred Red Spring Road Overlay District zoning amendment to Urban Affairs Committee and Planning Board
• Referred 9 property damage and pothole claims to the Legal Department
• Filed minutes from July 24, 2023, and various board/commission meetings

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Finance & Audit Committee will meet remotely to discuss building construction. The committee will review project costs, infrastructure reports, and cash flow projections.

• Total Project Costs
• Total Future Building Construction Costs
• Capital Investment Plan and Report for Current Infrastructure
• Cash Flow Projections
• Options if project is paused

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability. The body is reviewing projects involving wetland buffers, riverfront construction, and a city landfill cap improvement.

• 402 Hudson St. (DPW): Proposed improvement and recap of existing landfill
• 689 Pleasant St.: Proposed subdivision roadway and single-family home construction
• 68 River St.: Proposed razing and reconstruction of a single-family home in riverfront area
• 240 East Main St.: Proposed work on Harbor Freight Tools retail store loading dock
• 279 South St.: Request to verify wetland resource areas

The Commission issued negative determinations for projects at 928 Boston Post Rd, 63 Boivin Dr, 12 Red Spring Rd, and 240 East Main St. It also granted three-year permit extensions for three lots on Hayes Memorial Dr and issued two certificates of compliance. Several other items, including the 689 Pleasant St. subdivision, were continued to September 7.

• Approved negative determination with conditions for retaining wall at 928 Boston Post Rd (6-0)
• Approved negative determination with conditions for stump removal at 63 Boivin Dr (6-0)
• Approved negative determination with conditions for sheds and path at 12 Red Spring Rd (6-0)
• Approved negative determination with conditions for loading dock at 240 East Main St (6-0)
• Granted full certificate of compliance for 280 Locke Dr (6-0)
• Granted full certificate of compliance for 77 Shane's Lane, Unit 7 (6-0)
• Granted 3-year extensions for 387, 242, and 322 Hayes Memorial Dr (6-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of RDA for 689 Pleasant St. Lot 5

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability. The body is reviewing projects involving wetlands, riverfront areas, and subdivision roadways. The meeting also includes discussions on minor plan changes and a new overlay district proposal.

• 402 Hudson St. (DPW): Proposed improvement and recap of existing landfill
• 689 Pleasant St.: Proposed subdivision roadway and single-family house construction
• 68 River St.: Proposed razing and reconstruction of a single-family home in riverfront area
• 240 East Main St.: Proposed work on Harbor Freight Tools retail store loading dock
• Sassville Way: Discussion of new overlay district proposal on Boston Scientific property

City Clerk

The Municipal Aggregation Committee is meeting to review pricing from Colonial Power. This is the sole item listed on the agenda.

• Review of pricing from Colonial Power

City Clerk

The Policy Sub-Committee of the Marlborough School Committee is meeting to review specific school policies. The discussion focuses on homework, student welfare, and medical conditions.

• Review of Policy 7.700 Homework Policy
• Review of Policy 8.001 Student Welfare
• Review of Policy 8.014 Students with Life-Threatening Conditions or Other Medical Concerns
• Consideration of a Mandated Reporter policy

City Clerk

This is a procedural agenda for the Municipal Aggregation Committee meeting on August 10, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the agenda text; the only listed item is the meeting itself, with supporting documents referenced.

• Meeting of the Municipal Aggregation Committee at 4:00 p.m.

Library Trustees

The Marlborough Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the Director's Report. The board is also scheduled to discuss named spaces and donor signage.

• Director's Report
• Named Spaces and Donor Signage

The Board of Trustees determined that the Library Director will provide sign examples and PDF proofs for Trustee approval before they are shared with donors. Director Belisle also reported that the library will close operations at the Walker Building on August 11 for moving purposes.

• Established that Trustees will select sizes and styles for naming plaques
• Approved use of functional area names (e.g., 'Children’s Room') for directional signage
• Required PDF proofs of all signs for Trustee approval prior to donor review

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider variance requests from the Red Spring Road Home Owners Association regarding City Code sewer connection requirements. The Board will also receive a Director's Update and conduct reviews for subdivisions, site plans, and special permits.

• Variance requests for Red Spring Road Home Owners Association (Assessors parcel 30-10) regarding sewer connection deadlines
• Subdivision, Site Plan & Special Permit reviews

The Board of Health approved several variance requests for homeowners on Red Spring Road to extend deadlines for connecting to the public sewer system. These extensions vary by property based on demolition plans, site conditions, and the age of existing septic systems.

• Approved sewer connection extension to Sept. 30, 2023, for 9, 15, 25, 47, and 49 Red Spring Road (3-0)
• Approved sewer connection extension to Oct. 31, 2024, for 12, 13, 31, and 43 Red Spring Road, with occupancy prohibited after Oct. 31, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved sewer connection extension to Oct. 3, 2026, for 17 Red Spring Road (3-0)
• Approved sewer variances for 23 and 27 Red Spring Road until Aug. 7, 2033, or until property transfer (3-0)
• Approved June 7, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board is meeting to address administrative business and new license requests. The primary item is a request for a one-day license for an outdoor concert.

• One-day license request for Tackle Box Brewing Company, LLC (416 Boston Post Rd E) for the Rock Institute concert on the Common

The Licensing Board approved a one-day license for a concert event on the Common. The Board also reviewed correspondence and past issues regarding Post Road Pantry prior to an inspection.

• Approved one-day license for Tackle Box Brewing Company, LLC for Rock Institute on the Common concert (3-0)

City Clerk

The Marlborough Board of Health will meet to discuss a variance request regarding public sewer connections. The board will also receive a Director's Update and conduct required permit reviews.

• Variance request from Red Spring Road Home Owners Association (parcel 30-10) regarding City Code section 510-2 'Sewers'
• Review of deadline to connect dwellings to public sewer (previously set for July 11, 2023)
• Subdivision, Site Plan, and Special Permit reviews

City Clerk

The Licensing Board is meeting to address administrative business and new business. The primary item for consideration is a one-day license for a specific event.

• One-day license request for Tackle Box Brewing Company, LLC, 416 Boston Post Rd E for the Rock Institute concert on the Common

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding continued public hearings on several Notices of Intent. The body is reviewing proposals for landfill improvements, soil stockpile management, and residential construction near wetlands.

• 402 Hudson St.: DPW proposal to improve and recap existing landfill
• 378 Hayes Memorial Dr.: Request to address contaminated soil stockpile
• 279 South St.: Request to verify wetland resource areas
• 68 River St.: Raze and reconstruction of a single-family home
• 689 Pleasant St.: Construction of subdivision roadway and a single-family house

The Commission approved an amended Order of Conditions for contaminated soil removal at 378 Hayes Memorial Dr. and issued a full certificate of compliance for 61 Amory Rd. Several other public hearing items and a land transfer request were continued to the August 17, 2023, meeting.

• Approved amended Order of Conditions for 378 Hayes Memorial Dr. (6-0)
• Issued full certificate of compliance for 61 Amory Rd. (7-0)
• Approved July 20, 2023, minutes (6-0)
• Continued 402 Hudson St. (DPW) to August 17, 2023
• Continued 279 South St. to August 17, 2023
• Continued 68 River St. to August 17, 2023
• Continued 689 Pleasant St. (three items) to August 17, 2023
• Continued 791 Boston Post Rd. (Waste Management) to August 17, 2023

City Clerk

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

• Acceptance of July 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Executive Director’s Report

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent for work near wetlands. The body will discuss landfill improvements and multiple residential construction or demolition projects.

• 402 Hudson St.: DPW proposal for landfill cap improvements
• 378 Hayes Memorial Dr.: Request to address contaminated soil stockpile
• 279 South St.: Review and verification of wetland resource areas
• 68 River St.: Raze and reconstruction of a single-family home
• 689 Pleasant St.: Construction of a subdivision roadway and single-family house

City Clerk

The Fort Meadow Commission is meeting to review minutes from July 13, 2023, and discuss operational items. The agenda includes reviews of the boat launch, buoys, and dock supplies.

• Boat launch
• Buoys
• Dock supplies
• Fort Meadow condensed and full rules
• Website

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider one-day liquor licenses for a church festival and a concert. The board will also review an application to transfer a license for a wine and spirits business.

• One-day liquor license for Sts. Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church (9 Central St) for Greek Festival, Sept 1-3, 2023
• One-day liquor license for Tackle Box Brewing Company, LLC (416 Boston Post Rd E) for Rock Institute on the Common, Aug 27, 2023
• License transfer, pledge of collateral, and pledge of inventory for Prime Excel, Inc. (DBA Marlboro Wine & Spirits Co), 344 Boston Post Rd.

The board approved a change of ownership for Marlboro Wine & Spirits Co and granted a one-day license for the Greek Festival. An application from Tackle Box Brewing Company was tabled. The board also scheduled a follow-up inspection for Post Road Pantry.

• Approved one-day license for Sts. Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival (3-0)
• Tabled Tackle Box Brewing Company application (3-0)
• Approved transfer of license for Prime Excel, Inc. DBA Marlboro Wine & Spirits Co (3-0)
• Approved Pledge of Collateral for Prime Excel, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved pledge of inventory for Prime Excel, Inc. (3-0)
• Scheduled Post Road Pantry follow-up inspection for August 7th at noon
• Approved June 22, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved July 28, 2023 minutes (2-0)

City Clerk

The Licensing Board will consider one-day liquor licenses for two upcoming events. The board will also review an application to transfer a license for a business on Boston Post Rd.

• One-day liquor license for Sts. Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church (9 Central St) for Greek Festival, Sept 1-3, 2023
• One-day liquor license for Tackle Box Brewing Company, LLC (416 Boston Post Rd E) for concert on Aug 27, 2023
• License transfer, pledge of collateral, and pledge of inventory for Prime Excel, Inc. (DBA Marlboro Wine & Spirits Co), 344 Boston Post Rd.

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee is meeting to discuss action items regarding personnel and scheduling. The body will consider additional job postings and a change to the August meeting date.

• Additional job postings
• Change to August meeting date

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss a special permit application from Green Gold Group. The agenda includes a meeting packet and posting for this item, indicating a public review of the request.

• Special permit application by Green Gold Group

City Clerk

The Marlborough City Council Public Services Committee is meeting to review documents related to a light path project. The agenda includes comments from the City Engineer and a public services packet, but no specific decisions or votes are listed.

• Review of City Engineer comments on light path
• Public services packet for July 31, 2023

City Clerk

This is a procedural Finance Committee meeting with no listed agenda items beyond the posting and packet documents. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the agenda text.

• Meeting posting document
• Meeting packet document

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board is meeting to consider a one-day license request and a license extension for a local dealership. The board will review applications for temporary and extended operating permissions.

• One-day license for Stevie's Back Road Cafe (377 Main St, Hudson) for Masonic Hall (8 Newton St) on 8/26/2023
• Application to extend Class II Dealership License for USA MotorSport, Inc. (433 Maple Street) through December 31, 2023

The Board approved a one-day license for Stevie’s Back Road Café to host events at Jacob’s Hall. It also approved an extension for the USA Motorsport Inc Class II Dealership License through December 31, 2023.

• Approved one-day license for Stevie’s Back Road Café at Jacob’s Hall (2-0)
• Approved Class II Dealership License extension for USA Motorsport Inc through 12/31/2023 (2-0)

City Clerk

The Licensing Board is meeting to consider a one-day license request and a license extension for a local dealership. The board will review applications for temporary event permits and business license durations.

• One-day license for Stevie's Back Road Cafe (377 Main St, Hudson) for Masonic Hall (8 Newton St) on 8/26/2023
• Application to extend Class II Dealership License for USA MotorSport, Inc. (433 Maple Street) through December 31, 2023

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees will meet to vote on leadership and school documentation. The board will also review the 2022-2023 Annual Report and hold an executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Student Handbook Updates for 2023-2024
• Approval of 2022-2023 Annual Report
• Capital Campaign Update
• Executive Session on collective bargaining strategy

City Clerk

This is a procedural agenda for a Marlborough Community Development Authority (MCDA) board meeting. The agenda lists only the meeting and associated documents, with no specific action items or discussion topics provided.

• MCDA Board Meeting scheduled
• Amended agenda document available
• Meeting packet available

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority is meeting to approve payables and a bad-debt write-off. The body will also consider a bidder for project FISH #170083 and completion certificates for project FISH #170085.

• Approval of payables for June 23-FY23 and July 23-FY24
• Approval of bad-debt write-off
• Selection of lowest responsible/responsive bidder for FISH #170083
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for FISH #170085
• Certificate of Final Completion for FISH #170085

The Board approved a write-off of uncollectable bad debt and finalized the Main St Roofing Project (FISH #170085). Members also approved the June 22 meeting minutes and payables for the end of FY23 and start of FY24.

• Approved minutes for June 22, 2023 meeting
• Approved Payables for June 23-FY23 and July 23-FY24 (David Morticelli abstained)
• Approved $3,702.00 Bad-Debt Write-Off
• Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for FISH #170085
• Approved Certificate of Final Completion for FISH #170085
• Approved project close-out and release of retainage for FISH #170085

City Clerk

The City Clerk's agenda for July 26, 2023, lists a Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for July 28, 2023. The agenda includes a PDF of the meeting agenda and a packet of materials, but no specific items are listed in the provided text.

• Traffic Commission meeting on 07-28-23
• Meeting packet available (07-26-23_TRAFFIC_COMMISSION_PACKET.PDF)

Traffic Commission

The provided agenda contains only alphanumeric reference codes and blank spaces. It is procedural boilerplate with no listed discussion items or decisions.

The Commission reviewed stop sign warrants and decided to repeal signs at several Clinton Street intersections and Beach Street at Clover Hill Street. Speed complaints on Bigelow, Westernview, and Valley streets were accepted and placed on file. The board discussed potential left-turn restrictions on Mt. Pleasant Street but reached no final decision.

• Approved minutes from June 28, 2023
• Accepted and placed on file speed complaints for Bigelow Street, Westernview Drive, and Valley Street
• Decided to repeal stop signs at Clinton Street and Auburn Street (both directions)
• Decided to repeal stop signs at Clinton Street and Old Charter Road (both directions)
• Decided to repeal stop sign at Beach Street and Clover Hill Street (pending regulation confirmation)

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to approve retirements, refunds, and new members. The board will also discuss the retirement system bank account and the election timeline.

• Review and selection of an actuarial study plan
• Approval of retirements
• Approval of refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Approval of new members
• Discussion of the Retirement System Bank Account

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to approve retirements, refunds, and new members. The board will also discuss the selection of an actuarial study plan and the retirement system bank account.

• Review and selection of Actuarial Study plan
• Discussion of Retirement System Bank Account
• Approval of retirements
• Approval of refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Approval of new members

The Board approved a funding schedule with a 7.25% assumed interest rate and increasing payments through FY2028. They also approved July warrants totaling $1,509,273.85 and processed several membership, retirement, and transfer requests.

• Approved Option B funding schedule from Sherman Associates Actuarial Study (5-0)
• Approved July warrants: Retiree Payroll $1,482,796.81, Vendor $10,781.41, and Staff Payroll $15,695.63 (5-0)
• Approved membership for Kristin McCauley (5-0)
• Approved retirements for Lisa Delano and Michael Urato (5-0)
• Approved refund request for Robert Mullen (5-0)
• Approved 4 service credit transfers for M. Venkatraman, Amanda Doucet, Salua Oliveira, and Deven O’Brien (5-0)
• Approved election timeline (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on Retirement System Bank Account

Planning Board

This is a procedural agenda for the Marlborough Planning Board meeting on July 24, 2023. The agenda contains only the agenda itself and a meeting materials packet, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

• No specific agenda items listed

The Board endorsed a plan to merge two lots for the Advanced Math & Science Academy Charter School's new academic building. Two other land applications were withdrawn for further engineering review. The Board also executed a covenant for a project at 76 Broad Street.

• Endorsed lot merger for Advanced Math & Science Academy Charter School (5-0)
• Accepted and filed June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Withdrew ANR application for 49 Northboro Road for engineering review
• Withdrew ANR application for 237 & 249 Cedar Hill Street for engineering review
• Closed public hearing for 689 Pleasant Street scenic road application (5-0)
• Tabled decision on $7,000 tree restitution for 689 Pleasant Street to August 21, 2023
• Executed covenant for 76 Broad Street (5-0)
• Tabled Working Group flowchart discussion to August 21, 2023

City Clerk

This is the agenda for the Marlborough City Council meeting on July 24, 2023. The agenda lists only the meeting itself and references two documents (a packet and the agenda PDF) but provides no specific items for discussion or decision. It appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive agenda items listed.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several financial requests from the Mayor, including a large bond for public safety and a transfer for homeless and immigrant services. The body will also hold public hearings on zoning and utility permits and review several city appointments.

• Bond request for $4,925,000.00 for public safety communication upgrades
• Transfer request of $100,000.00 from Stabilization account to a new Homeless/Immigrant Population account
• Public hearing for special permit to expand nonconforming use at 13-15 Mechanic Street
• Application to convert a building at 358 Lincoln Street into 17 residential units
• Grant acceptances totaling $273,995.54 for Public Safety Dispatching Center costs and equipment

The City Council established the Sasseville Way Residential Overlay District to encourage mixed-use multi-family housing developments. The Council also approved three state grants for the Police Department and referred a $4.925M public safety equipment appropriation to the Finance Committee.

• Created Sasseville Way Residential Overlay District for mixed-use multi-family housing
• Approved $199,964.00 grant for Police Department personnel overtime
• Approved $37,864.18 grant for Police Department equipment and quality assurance
• Approved $36,187.36 grant for Police Department personnel training
• Referred $4,925,000.00 appropriation for emergency communication and public safety equipment to Finance Committee
• Referred $100,000.00 transfer for Homeless/Immigrant Population Account to Finance Committee
• Approved time limit extension to Dec 31, 2023, for storage units at 846 Boston Post Road East
• Scheduled Aug 21, 2023, public hearing for 17-unit residential conversion at 358 Lincoln Street

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding public hearings on several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability. The body is reviewing projects involving residential construction, DPW infrastructure, and landfill improvements near wetlands.

• Deck construction on helical piers at 84 Desimone Dr.
• DPW projects for drainage and roadway work on Russell St. and Cedar Hill St.
• Landfill cap improvements at 402 Hudson St.
• Single-family home construction and subdivision roadway at 689 Pleasant St.
• Solid Waste Transfer Station long-term monitoring plan at 791 Boston Post Rd.

The Commission approved amended Orders of Conditions for road reconstruction projects on Russell St. and Cedar Hill St. It also issued Negative Determinations for residential projects at 84 Desimone Dr. and 689 Pleasant St. Lot 1.

• Approved July 6, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Approved amended Order of Conditions for Russell St. reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved amended Order of Conditions for Cedar Hill St. project (7-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for deck at 84 Desimone Dr. (7-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for 689 Pleasant St. Lot 1 (5-1)
• Continued hearing for 378 Hayes Memorial Dr. to August 3, 2023
• Continued hearing for 402 Hudson St. to August 3, 2023
• Continued hearing for 279 South St. to August 3, 2023

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent. The body is reviewing projects involving residential construction, DPW infrastructure, and landfill improvements near wetlands.

• 84 Desimone Dr.: Proposal to build a deck on helical piers near wetlands
• 378 Hayes Memorial Dr.: Amended Order of Conditions for contaminated soil stockpile
• DPW projects: Drainage and roadway work at Russell St., Cedar Hill St., and 402 Hudson St.
• 689 Pleasant St.: Multiple requests for single-family homes and subdivision roadway
• 68 River St.: Raze and reconstruction of a single-family home in a riverfront area

City Clerk

The Historical Commission is meeting to review the status and style guide of the historic house sign project. Members will also discuss the design of a website index for historical resources.

• Review of historic house sign project status and Style Guide
• Discussion of website index for historical structures and color palettes
• Vote to cancel the August commission meeting

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Finance & Audit Committee will meet via remote participation. The committee will review financial statements and discuss strategic goals for the 2023-2024 period.

• Review of Draft June 2023 Financial Statements
• Discussion of Finance Goals for 2023-2024 Strategic Plan
• Information regarding Insurance Claim/SMOC flood

City Clerk

The Governance Committee of the Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School is meeting to review school handbooks and the 2022-2023 Annual Report. The body will also discuss the board meeting calendar and the election of a Vice Chair.

• Review of Employee and Student Handbooks
• Review of 2022-2023 Annual Report
• Vice Chair Election
• Discussion of Director of Capital Projects bylaws implementation
• Review of Public Comment Guidelines

City Clerk

The Marlborough Cultural Council is meeting to review minutes and receive updates on current grantees. The body will also hear reports from its workgroups and discuss items for future meetings.

• Updates on current grantees
• Reports from workgroups

City Clerk

The City Council Public Services Committee is meeting to review applications for business licenses and special permits. The agenda includes requests related to livery services, junk dealing, and wireless infrastructure.

• Livery license application for Platinum Care at 67 Forest St
• License renewal for Best Buy junk dealer
• Special permit application for Dish Wireless at 2 Mt Royal Ave

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss a mixed-use affordable zoning item, as indicated by the attached packet. The agenda contains no other listed business, so the meeting appears focused solely on this discussion.

• Discussion of mixed-use affordable zoning (packet attached)

City Clerk

The Fort Meadow Commission will meet to review June 1, 2023 meeting minutes. The body will discuss the boat launch, commission budgets, and website updates.

• Boat launch
• Commission budgets
• Buoys
• Fort Meadow condensed and full rules
• Website

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss special permit applications. The agenda includes reviews for a Chase Bank ATM drive-thru and signage for a Shell station.

• Special permit for Chase Bank ATM drive-thru at 193 Boston Post Rd W
• Special permit for signs at Lincoln Street Shell

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Finance & Audit Committee will meet via remote participation. The meeting is scheduled to enter an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining with represented personnel

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting. The session is designated as an executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with the department chairs union.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with the department chairs union

City Clerk

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or projects are listed for discussion.

City Clerk

The City Council Urban Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss zoning conditions and affordable housing. The agenda includes a petition regarding a 24-hour operation for a Shell gas station on Boston Post Road.

• Petition for 24-hour operation of Shell gas station at 342 Boston Post Rd
• Review of zoning conditions for uses
• Discussion on affordable mixed-use zoning
• Review of affordable housing green district updates
• Review of multifamily and affordable housing on K Dr

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding public hearings on several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability. The body will review DPW projects and private residential construction involving work within wetland buffer zones.

• 402 Hudson St. (DPW): Proposed improvement and recap of existing landfill cap
• Russell St. (DPW): Tree clearing and drainage pipe replacement
• Cedar Hill St. (DPW): Roadway reclamation, sidewalk addition, and signal upgrade
• 689 Pleasant St. (Tim Beauchemin): Construction of a subdivision roadway and single family homes on Lots 1, 5, and 6
• 68 River St. (Louis Frate): Raze and reconstruction of a single family home in a riverfront area

The Commission issued a negative determination for a pool removal at 41 Bergeron Road and approved an order of conditions for a 3-season room and deck at 114 Concord Rd. Several other projects were continued to future meetings for further review or improved plans.

• Approved negative determination for pool and concrete removal at 41 Bergeron Road (6-0)
• Approved order of conditions for 3-season room, deck, patio, and spa at 114 Concord Rd (6-0)
• Approved June 1st and June 15th, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Continued 402 Hudson St, Russell St, and Cedar Hill St DPW projects to July 20
• Continued 279 South St resource area delineation review to July 20
• Required amendment to Order of Conditions for soil management at 378 Hayes Memorial Dr (Lot K)
• Continued 689 Pleasant St subdivision hearings to July 20
• Continued 68 River St home reconstruction hearing to July 20

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability. The body is reviewing DPW infrastructure projects and multiple residential construction requests near wetlands.

• 402 Hudson St. (DPW): Proposed improvement and recap of existing landfill
• Russell St. (DPW): Tree clearing and drainage pipe replacement
• Cedar Hill St. (DPW): Roadway reclamation, sidewalk addition, and signal upgrade
• 689 Pleasant St. (Tim Beauchemin): Multiple requests for single family homes and subdivision roadway
• 68 River St. (Louis Frate): Raze and reconstruction of a single family home

City Clerk

The Board of Marlborough Cable Trust meeting scheduled for July 6, 2023, was cancelled.

City Clerk

The School Committee is holding a workshop meeting. The agenda does not list specific topics for discussion.

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Governance Committee will meet via remote participation. The session includes a review of board self-assessments and public comment guidelines.

• Approval of May 10, 2023 and June 1, 2023 minutes
• Board Self-Assessment
• Public Comment Guidelines

City Clerk

The City Clerk's agenda lists a Traffic Commission meeting for June 28, 2023, at 10:00am. The agenda includes only the meeting notice and references to two PDF documents, with no specific items detailed in the text provided.

• Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for 10:00am

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will meet to discuss traffic concerns on Mt Pleasant Street. The body will also review unwarranted stop sign locations and parking or bus stop issues at Upland Road and Stevens Street.

• Traffic concerns on Mt Pleasant Street
• Review of unwarranted stop sign locations
• Parking and bus stop concerns at Upland Road and Stevens Street

The Commission voted to collect speed data and review light timing to address traffic and speeding concerns on Mt. Pleasant Street. Speed reports for Upland Road and Cullinane Drive were reviewed, indicating that speed is not currently an issue in those areas.

• Approved minutes from May 31, 2023
• Voted to refer Mt. Pleasant Street speed data collection to the Police Department
• Voted to refer Mt. Pleasant Street light timing information to Engineering
• Tabled review of unwarranted stop sign locations for the next meeting

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 legal strategy and pending litigation.

• Applications for exemption for religious and charitable organizations
• Applications for exemption under MGL c. 59, s. 5
• Forest, agricultural/horticultural, and recreational land classifications
• Applications for abatement of real property tax
• Outstanding ATB appeals, abatements, and settlements

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to review preliminary actuarial results and financial information. The board is scheduled to discuss and approve the FY24 budget and the COLA base package sent to the City Council.

• Preliminary Actuarial Results presented by Dan Sherman
• Approval of FY24 Budget
• COLA Base Package sent to City Council
• Approval of retirements, refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Appointment of an Election Officer

City Clerk

This agenda lists a single item: a Marlborough Public Schools School Committee meeting at 7:30 p.m. on June 27, 2023. Two PDF documents are referenced, including an amended version, but no specific agenda topics are provided in this text. The meeting appears to be a regular committee session with details contained in the linked documents.

• MPS School Committee meeting at 7:30 p.m.
• Reference to MPS_SCHOOL_COMMITTEE_06-27-23.PDF
• Reference to MPS_SCHOOL_COMMITTEE_AMENDED_06-27-23.PDF

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will review preliminary actuarial results and financial information. The body is scheduled to discuss and approve the FY24 Budget and the COLA Base Package sent to the City Council.

• Approval of FY24 Budget
• Preliminary Actuarial Results presented by Dan Sherman
• COLA Base Package sent to City Council
• Approval of retirements, refunds, transfers, and rollovers
• Appointment of an Election Officer

The Board approved the FY24 budget, which includes a $52,000 increase for a new administrative assistant. Members also approved an accidental disability retirement application and a 2% COLA increase for staff. Several retirements and new memberships were authorized.

• Approved Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Thomas Mellor (5-0)
• Approved June warrants: Retiree Payroll $1,439,991.41, Vendor $25,436.31, and Staff Payroll $15,695.62 (5-0)
• Approved membership for Sabeeka Hussain and Amber Beaubien (5-0)
• Approved retirements for Scott Clemmer, Alan Lizotte, and Kieran Moore (5-0)
• Approved refund request for Peter Dickerman (5-0)
• Approved 2% COLA increase for Retirement Staff (5-0)
• Appointed Nathaniel Chen as Election Officer (5-0)
• Approved FY24 budget with $52,000 increase (5-0)

Planning Board

This is a procedural agenda with only an agenda document and a meeting packet listed. No specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings are identified in the provided text.

• No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes listed

The Planning Board approved an Open Space Development Definitive Subdivision Plan for 689 Pleasant Street and a special permit for a development on Stow Road. The Board also endorsed an Approval Not Required plan for 283-325 Lincoln Street.

• Approved Open Space Development Definitive Subdivision Plan for 689 Pleasant Street (6-0)
• Approved special permit for Stow Road Open Space Development (6-0)
• Endorsed Approval Not Required (ANR) Plan for 283-325 Lincoln Street (6-0)
• Approved street width waiver for 689 Pleasant Street to reduce right-of-way to 40 feet (6-0)
• Denied sidewalk waiver for 689 Pleasant Street (6-0)
• Referred 76 Broad Street Covenant to the Legal Department for review (6-0)
• Approved Homeowners Association Trust documents for Beauchemin Estates (6-0)
• Scheduled scenic road public hearing for July 24, 2023 (6-0)

City Clerk

This is the agenda for the Marlborough City Council meeting on June 26, 2023. The agenda lists only the meeting time and references attached documents (agenda and packet PDFs) but provides no specific items for discussion or decision. It appears to be a procedural placeholder.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding wireless antenna installation and marijuana retail operations. Members will also discuss a proposed zoning amendment to increase the multifamily dwelling unit cap in the Executive Residential Overlay District.

• Public hearing for Dish Wireless to install three antennas at 2 Mount Royal Avenue
• Public hearing for Green Gold Group, Inc. to modify hours and signage at 910 Boston Post Road East
• Proposed zoning amendment to increase multifamily unit cap from 475 to 950 in the EROD
• Application for Taxi/Livery License for Platinum Care Plus at 67 Forest Street, #267
• Petition from Lightpath to install underground cable on Cedar Hill Street near D’ Angelo Drive

The City Council approved an increase to the Cost of Living (COLA) base and authorized new signage for the Fairfield Inn. The council also held public hearings regarding wireless antennas and a marijuana retail establishment. Several administrative appointments and committee referrals were processed.

• Approved increase of Cost of Living (COLA) Base from $12,000.00 to $13,000.00
• Approved replacement of two flat wall signs and one free-standing sign at Fairfield Inn, 105 Apex Drive
• Moved proposed zoning amendment to increase multifamily dwelling unit cap from 475 to 950 to reports of committee and file
• Referred taxi/livery license application for Tim Ending d/b/a Platinum Care Plus to Public Services Committee
• Scheduled July 24, 2023 public hearing for Lightpath underground cable installation on Cedar Hill Street
• Scheduled July 24, 2023 public hearing for Marco Realty Trust special permit at 13-15 Mechanic Street
• Referred property damage and pothole claims from Edward Mcmanus and Minh Tran to Legal Department
• Adopted minutes from June 5 and June 12, 2023 meetings

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider applications for one-day liquor licenses and changes to store hours. The board will also review a request to move a Class II Dealership License to a new address.

• One-day liquor licenses for Stevie's Back Road Cafe and Tackle Box Brewing Company
• Family Auto request to move Class II Dealership License from 283 Lincoln St to 103 Mechanic Street
• Change of hours applications for Sperry's Liquors at 17 East Main St and 531 Lincoln St
• Discussion of store hours for Marlboro Market at 1 East Main St

The Board approved a Class II Dealership License relocation for Family Auto and granted hour changes for two Sperry’s Liquors locations. One-day licenses were granted for events at Jacob’s Hall, and the Board discussed Sunday alcohol sale laws with Marlboro Market.

• Approved one-day licenses for Stevie’s Back Road Café for three events at Jacob’s Hall (3-0)
• Approved Family Auto Class II Dealership License relocation to 103 Mechanic Street (3-0)
• Approved change of hours for Sperry’s Liquors at 17 East Main St (3-0)
• Approved change of hours for Sperry’s Liquors at 531 Lincoln St (3-0)
• Accepted May 31, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted June 9, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

City Clerk

The Licensing Board will consider applications for one-day liquor licenses and changes to business hours. The board will also review a request to move a dealership license to a new address. These decisions affect how and where specific businesses operate within the city.

• One-day liquor licenses for Stevie's Back Road Cafe and Tackle Box Brewing Company
• Family Auto request to move Class II Dealership License from 283 Lincoln St to 103 Mechanic Street
• Change of hours applications for Sperry's Liquors at 17 East Main St and 531 Lincoln St
• Discussion of state law store hours for Marlboro Market at 1 East Main St

City Clerk

The Marlborough Community Development Authority will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, payables, and May FY23 financials. The body will also consider a motion to amend the MCDA organizational chart.

• Approval of May/June 23 payables
• Approval of May FY23 financials
• Motion to amend MCDA organizational chart

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will meet to approve financial records and payables for May and June 2023. The body will also consider a motion to amend the MCDA organizational chart.

• Approval of May/June 2023 payables
• Approval of FY23 May financials
• Motion to amend MCDA organizational chart

The Board approved the May 25, 2023 meeting minutes, May financials, and May/June payables. The MCDA organizational chart was amended to include the Resident Services Coordinator position. The Board also discussed redacting sensitive information from previous meeting minutes.

• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved May/June 2023 payables (David Morticelli abstained)
• Approved May FY23 financials
• Approved amendment to Organizational Chart to include Resident Services Coordinator

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing regarding a building commissioner's zoning denial. The appeal concerns the classification of previous use and the extent of a new improvement project.

• Public hearing for 13-15 Mechanic St. regarding zoning denial and nonconforming uses

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a request to withdraw a petition without prejudice regarding the classification and use of 13-15 Mechanic Street. The applicant intends to seek a Special Permit from the City Council instead.

• Approved request to withdraw Case #1496 without prejudice (4-0)

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Finance & Audit Committee will meet remotely to review financial documents. The committee will discuss finance goals for the 2023-2024 Strategic Plan.

• Review of Capital Expense Spreadsheet
• Discussion of Finance Goals for 2023-2024 Strategic Plan
• Approval of May 25, 2023 minutes

City Clerk

The committee is meeting to discuss the Mayor's appointments for city inspector and board positions. These roles include oversight of wiring, plumbing, gas, and city planning.

• Appointment of John Cain as Wiring Inspector for a 3-year term
• Appointment of Robert Bourn, III as Plumbing and Gas Inspector for a 3-year term
• Appointment of Patrick Hughes to the Planning Board for a 5-year term
• Appointment of Jonathon Friedman to the Commission on Disabilities for a 3-year term

City Clerk

The City Council Public Services Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed amendment to the City Code regarding the use of public sewers. The committee will also consider a license renewal application for a junk dealer.

• Proposed amendment to City Code chapter 510 'Sewers' §2 'Use of Public Sewers'
• Junk Dealer License renewal application for Best Buy Stores, LP #840 at 769 Donald Lynch Boulevard

City Clerk

The Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a public hearing regarding a property at 13-15 Mechanic St. The board will consider an appeal of a building commissioner's zoning denial and classification of previous use. This is a continuation of a hearing from May 23, 2023.

• Public hearing for 13-15 Mechanic St. regarding zoning denial and nonconforming uses

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent for residential and city projects. The body will discuss wetland impacts for DPW infrastructure work and private property improvements.

• 402 Hudson St.: DPW proposal to improve and recap existing landfill
• Cedar Hill St.: DPW proposal for roadway reclamation, sidewalk addition, and signal upgrade
• Russell St.: DPW proposal for tree clearing and drainage pipe replacement
• 21 Blaiswood Ave.: Proposal for patio, firepit, and retaining wall at Ft. Meadow Reservoir
• 114 Concord Rd.: Proposal for addition, deck, and spa near wetlands

The Commission granted a 3-year permit extension for MassDOT road work and approved a wetland restoration plan for 47 Red Spring Rd. Minor parking and landscaping changes for Ken's Foods were also approved. Several other projects were continued to July 6 pending DEP numbers.

• Issued 3-year extension permit for MassDOT RT 20 project (6-0)
• Approved wetland and buffer zone restoration plan for 47 Red Spring Rd (7-0)
• Issued enforcement order for 47 Red Spring Rd restoration (7-0)
• Approved minor parking and landscaping plan changes for Ken's Foods (7-0)
• Continued 21 Blaiswood Ave patio and firepit proposal to July 6
• Continued 114 Concord Rd addition and spa proposal to July 6
• Continued 402 Hudson St landfill cap project to July 6
• Continued Russell St and Cedar Hill St DPW reconstruction projects to July 6

City Clerk

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent for residential and city projects. The body is reviewing proposals involving wetlands and resource areas for both private citizens and the DPW.

• 402 Hudson St.: DPW proposal for landfill cap improvement and recap
• Cedar Hill St.: DPW proposal for roadway reclamation, sidewalk addition, and signal upgrade
• Russell St.: DPW proposal for tree clearing and drainage pipe replacement
• 21 Blaiswood Ave.: Proposal for patio, firepit, and retaining wall on Ft. Meadow Reservoir shore
• 114 Concord Rd.: Proposal for addition, deck, and spa near wetlands

City Clerk

The Marlborough Historical Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss ongoing projects. The body will review the status of the historic house sign project and potential edits to the commission's website.

• Review of historic house sign project status
• Discussion of MHC website edits

City Clerk

The Policy Sub-Committee of the Marlborough School Committee is meeting to review specific school policies. The session includes a review of policies regarding homework and medical concerns.

• Review of Policy 7.700 Homework Policy
• Review of Policy 8.014 Students with Life-Threatening Conditions or Other Medical Concerns

City Clerk

This is a procedural agenda for the Urban Affairs Committee meeting. No specific items are listed in the text; details are in attached documents.

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee is meeting in executive session. The body will conduct a Level 3 Grievance Hearing with the Marlborough Educator Association.

• Level 3 Grievance Hearing with Marlborough Educator Association

City Clerk

The Marlborough School Committee will meet to discuss the MPS Strategy for Improvement and food services. The body will also consider action items regarding student trips and school bus safety.

• MHS Football Overnight Trip
• MHS Soccer Out of State Day Trip
• Resolution on School Bus Safety
• MPS Strategy for Improvement
• Acceptance of Donations and Gifts

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Finance & Audit Committee will meet remotely to discuss financial planning. The body will review capital expenses and set finance goals for the 2023-2024 Strategic Plan.

• Review of Capital Expense Spreadsheet
• Discussion of Finance Goals for 2023-2024 Strategic Plan
• Approval of May 25, 2023 minutes

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to review director and board updates. The agenda includes a specific update regarding Springwell, formerly known as BayPath.

• Update on Springwell (formerly BayPath)

City Clerk

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to conduct routine business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

City Clerk

This is a special City Council meeting with no substantive agenda items listed; the agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and references to attached documents. No decisions or discussions are specified in the provided text.

• Special City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. on June 12, 2023

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget and several fund transfers. The Finance Committee recommended an amended budget that reduces the Mayor's original proposal by $940,100. The body will also consider spending limits for various revolving accounts.

• Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget of $187,810,924 (amended from $188,751,024)
• Transfer of $94,037.90 from Undesignated Fund to Fringes for employee stipends
• Transfer of $9,102.00 from Undesignated Fund to Substance Abuse Coordinator
• Spending limits for revolving accounts: Parks and Recreation ($1,275,000), Public Safety ($203,000), Water and Sewer ($500,000), and Council on Aging ($150,000)
• Proposed funding for City Clerk's Office: $4,590 for Assistant City Clerk and $17,600 for Elections Department Part Time Clerk

The City Council approved a modified FY 2024 Municipal Operating Budget, reducing the original proposal by $940,100 while adding $22,190 for clerk positions. The council also approved several fund transfers and set expenditure limits for four revolving funds.

• Amended FY 2024 Municipal Operating Budget to $187,810,924
• Approved $4,590 for Assistant City Clerk and $17,600 for Elections Department Clerk
• Approved $9,102 transfer from Undesignated Fund to Substance Use Coordinator
• Approved $94,037.90 transfer from Undesignated Fund to cover 1% stipend shortfall
• Capped FY 2024 Parks and Recreation Revolving Fund expenditures at $350,000
• Capped FY 2024 Public Safety Revolving Fund expenditures at $120,000
• Capped FY 2024 Council on Aging Revolving Fund expenditures at $150,000
• Capped FY 2024 Water and Sewer Revolving Fund expenditures at $500,000

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider one-day liquor license applications for local events. The board will also review a request to move a dealership license to a new address.

• One-day liquor licenses for Flying Dreams Brewing (277 Main St) for Summer Concert Series
• One-day liquor licenses for Lost Shoe Roasting and Brewing Company (19 Weed Street) for Farmer's Market
• New Class II Dealership License application for Angel Regalado Mendoza
• Request by Family Auto to change Dealership License from 283 Lincoln St to 103 Mechanic Street

The Board approved multiple one-day license applications for the Summer Concert Series and the Farmer's Market. An application for a dealership license change was not heard due to a missing signoff from the Building Commissioner.

• Approved three one-day licenses for Flying Dreams Brewing (2-0)
• Approved multiple one-day licenses for Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company (2-0)
• Did not hear Class II Dealership License application for Angel Regalado Mendoza Family Auto

City Clerk

The Licensing Board will consider one-day liquor license applications for local events and a new dealership license. The board will also discuss a location change for an existing dealership.

• One-day liquor licenses for Flying Dreams Brewing (277 Main St) for Summer Concert Series
• One-day liquor licenses for Lost Shoe Roasting and Brewing Company (19 Weed Street) for Farmer's Market
• New Class II Dealership License application for Angel Regalado Mendoza
• Dealership License location change for Family Auto from 283 Lincoln St to 103 Mechanic Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review and discuss a draft regulation regarding the sale of tobacco and vape products. The meeting also includes a Director's update and reviews of subdivision, site plan, and special permits as required.

• Review of draft regulation restricting tobacco and vape product sales
• Director's Update
• Subdivision, Site Plan & Special Permit reviews

The Board of Health approved new regulations restricting the sale of tobacco and vape products, effective July 1, 2023. These regulations include a prohibition on sales at hotels and motels and a 60-day grandfathering window for business owners purchasing existing permits near schools. The Board also repealed the previous 2015 tobacco regulations.

• Approved Marlborough Board of Health Regulations Restricting the Sale of Tobacco and Vape Products effective July 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Repealed 2015 Marlborough Board of Health Regulations Restricting the Sale of Tobacco Products (3-0)
• Approved April 3, 2023 minutes (2-0)
• Approved May 8, 2023 minutes (2-0)

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Governance Committee is meeting via remote participation. The committee will review board member use of BoardOnTrack and conduct a board self-assessment.

• Approval of May 10, 2023 and June 1, 2023 minutes
• Board member utilization of BoardOnTrack
• Board Self-Assessment
• Public Comment Guidelines

Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees approved the placement of a donor wall in the new building and named two spaces in honor of Margaret Cardello and Louis Bibi. The board also allocated $3,000 from State Aid for the library collection.

• Allocated $3,000 from State Aid for the library collection
• Approved placing the Donor Wall on the upper level window of the new building
• Named the Arch between the new and Carnegie buildings in honor of Margaret Cardello
• Named the custodian closet in honor of Louis Bibi
• Approved reviewing May 2, 2023 minutes at the next meeting

City Clerk

The Goodnow Brothers School Council is meeting to review the draft School Improvement Plan for the next three years, gather feedback on the new plan, and set the calendar for 2023-2024 and summer outreach. This is a discussion and planning session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Review School Improvement Plan Draft for next three years
• Feedback on new plan
• Set calendar for 2023-2024 and Summer Outreach

Planning Board

This is a procedural Planning Board meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The agenda contains only the agenda itself and a reference to the meeting materials packet, with no specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings identified.

• Agenda document
• Meeting materials packet (00_- 6-5-23_AGENDA_PACKET)

The Board made a favorable recommendation to City Council to increase the multifamily dwelling unit cap from 475 to 950 in the Executive Residential Overlay District. The proposal also includes adding mixed-use development by special permit. Other actions included granting a hearing extension for a Stow Road project.

• Recommended to City Council increasing EROD multifamily unit cap from 475 to 950 (6-0)
• Recommended to City Council adding mixed-use development to EROD by special permit (6-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Granted extension through June 26, 2023 for Stow Road Open Space Special Permit (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Stow Road project for June 26, 2023 (6-0)
• Accepted and filed correspondence regarding Stow Road and 689 Pleasant Street (6-0)

City Clerk

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda with no specific items listed. The agenda only indicates the meeting time and references attached documents, so it is largely procedural.

City Clerk

The Richer School Council is meeting to approve minutes from May 22 and continue work on the School Improvement Plan, including reviewing dates and final review. An open forum is also scheduled. The agenda is routine and procedural.

• Approval of minutes from 5/22/23
• School Improvement Plan work: review dates and final review
• Open forum

City Council

The Marlborough City Council is meeting on June 5, 2023, with a lengthy agenda containing many numbered items. However, the agenda text provided only lists item numbers without descriptions, so the specific topics, decisions, or discussions are not identifiable. The meeting appears to be largely procedural or administrative in nature, but without further detail, the substance cannot be summarized.

• Agenda contains numerous items (e.g., 1-1 through 15-4) but no descriptions are provided

The City Council approved a budget transfer to cover Fire Department contractual obligations and reappointed 10 members to various city boards and commissions. The proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget was postponed, and several public hearings were held or scheduled.

• Approved $600,500 transfer from Reserve for Salaries and Undesignated Fund to Fire Department payroll
• Postponed vote on Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget ($188,751,024.00) until June 12, 2023
• Approved reappointment of Nena Bloomquist to Library Board of Trustees
• Approved reappointment of Paul Gould to Fort Meadow Commission
• Approved reappointment of Stefanie Ferrecchia and David Morticelli to Community Development Authority
• Approved reappointment of Dr. Joseph Tennyson to Board of Health
• Approved reappointment of Debra McManus to Commission on Disabilities
• Approved temporary sign request for Sudbury Companies of Minute and Militia for Colonial Faire and Muster

Conservation Commission

The Marlborough Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four continued items, including a pool near wetlands, a patio and retaining wall on Ft. Meadow Reservoir, a wetland jurisdictional determination, and a resource area delineation. They will also consider a partial certificate of compliance for a property on Bolton St. and discuss violations and project updates.

• Notice of Intent: 61 Chase Rd. – inground pool and fence near wetlands (Michele Soares)
• Abbreviated Notice of Intent: 21 Blaiswood Ave. – patio, firepit, retaining wall on Ft. Meadow Reservoir (Helvecio Carvalho)
• Request for Determination of Applicability: 107 Simarano Dr. – wetland jurisdictional determination (Post Road Residential, Inc)
• Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation: 279 South St. – wetland delineation review (Martin Reilly Real Estate Inc)
• Certificate of Compliance request: 587 Bolton St. – partial certificate (Bolton St. Tavern)

The Commission approved an Order of Conditions for a pool and fence at 61 Chase Rd. and granted a partial certificate of compliance for a pavilion at 587 Bolton St. One application for a jurisdictional determination was withdrawn.

• Approved May 18, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for pool and fence at 61 Chase Rd. (7-0)
• Continued 21 Blaiswood Ave. patio and firepit project to June 15
• Processed withdrawal of application for 107 Simarano Dr.
• Continued 279 South St. wetland resource area review to June 15
• Approved partial certificate of compliance for 587 Bolton St. pavilion (6-1)

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Board of Trustees Governance Committee will meet via remote participation. The meeting focuses on reviewing recommendations from the Recruitment Task Force regarding candidate board members.

• Recruitment Task Force Recommendations for Candidate Board Members

City Clerk

The Board of Marlborough Cable Trust is holding a regular meeting on June 1, 2023, at 2:00 PM in the Mayor's Conference Room at City Hall. The agenda includes accepting minutes from a May 4, 2022 meeting, an executive director's report, and old and new business items. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.

• Acceptance of Regular Meeting Minutes – May 4, 2022
• Executive Director's Report
• Old Business
• New Business

City Clerk

The Commission will review several pending items regarding property work near wetlands and reservoirs. The agenda includes public hearings for pool, patio, and retaining wall construction, as well as a request to verify delineated resource areas.

• Notice of Intent: inground pool and fence at 61 Chase Rd.
• Abbreviated Notice of Intent: patio, firepit, and retaining wall at 21 Blaiswood Ave.
• Request for Determination of Applicability: wetland jurisdiction review at 107 Simarano Dr.
• Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation: wetland verification at 279 South St.
• Certificate of Compliance request: 587 Bolton St. (Bolton St. Tavern)

City Clerk

The commission will review the May 4, 2023 meeting minutes. Discussion topics include the boat launch, algae and weeds, marker buoys, and fire department training on Fort Meadow.

• Review and approval of May 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding boat launch
• Discussion regarding algae and weeds
• Discussion regarding Fort Meadow rules
• Discussion regarding marker buoys and fire department training

Traffic Commission

The Commission approved time-limit parking on Northboro Road and repealed a handicapped parking regulation on Chestnut Street. It also decided to post 30 mph advisory signs on Hager Street and referred a bus stop safety concern to the Police Department.

• Approved time-limit parking regulation for Northboro Road (All in Favor)
• Repealed handicapped parking regulation at 5 Chestnut Street (All in Favor)
• Decided to post 'Thickly Settled — 30 mph' advisory signs on Hager Street
• Referred Upland Road and Stevens Street bus stop safety concerns to the Police Department
• Approved minutes from April 26, 2023 (All in Favor)

Licensing Board

The Board approved four one-day license applications for local businesses and events. It also requested a meeting with Marlboro Market regarding Sunday alcohol sales hours and scheduled a follow-up check for Post Road Pantry.

• Approved one-day license for Brasileirinho Restaurant (3-0)
• Approved one-day license for Stevie’s Back Road Café (3-0)
• Approved one-day license for Tackle Box Brewing Company (3-0)
• Approved one-day license for Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company (3-0)
• Requested clerk send letter to Marlboro Market to attend June meeting regarding Sunday hours
• Requested clerk send letter to Post Road Pantry to schedule a site check
• Accepted and filed April 20, 2023, letter to Post Road Pantry (3-0)
• Accepted and filed March 28, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)

City Clerk

The Traffic Commission will review minutes from the April 26, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes discussions on parking and bus stop concerns at Upland Road and Stevens Street, as well as several items regarding street signs and speed limits.

• Parking/bus stop concerns at Upland Road and Stevens Street
• TT parking issues on Northboro Road
• Chestnut Street No Parking Sign
• Request for speed limit signs on Hager Street
• Review of unwarranted stop sign locations

Retirement Board

The Marlborough Retirement Board is meeting to review the first quarter investment performance with Meketa, approve warrants, minutes, new members, retirements, and refunds, and discuss administrative matters including the COLA base package and new hire process. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Meketa first quarter investment review with investment managers
• Approval of warrants, minutes, and financial information
• Approval of new members, retirements, and refunds/transfers/rollovers
• Discussion of COLA base package and new hire process
• Actuarial study in progress

The Board approved a draft package requesting the City Council increase the COLA base to $13,000. The Board also approved May warrants totaling over $11.4 million and processed various membership and retirement applications.

• Approved COLA base package requesting increase to $13,000 (3-0)
• Approved May warrants: Retiree Payroll $11,441,618.41, Vendor $19,951.78, and Staff Payroll $15,695.62 (3-0)
• Approved 15 new membership applications (3-0)
• Approved 3 retirement applications (3-0)
• Approved 1 refund request for Michael Janda (3-0)
• Approved 6 transfer requests (3-0)
• Approved attendance of William Taylor and Nathaniel Chen at MACRS Spring Conference (3-0)
• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Clerk

The Marlborough Retirement Board will meet to review investment manager due diligence and financial information. The agenda includes discussions on staff matters such as the COLA Base Package and an ongoing actuarial study.

• Meketa 1st Quarter Review
• Approval of Warrants
• Approval of New Members, Retirements, and Refunds/Transfers/Rollovers
• Discussion of COLA Base Package
• Actuarial Study in progress

City Clerk

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Board of Trustees Finance & Audit Committee is meeting remotely to approve prior minutes, discuss decision points for a construction project that will be voted on in August, set finance committee goals for the strategic plan, receive an update on energy cost rate lock, review May financial statements, and plan future agenda items.

• Approve minutes from May 16, 2023
• Discussion on decision points for construction vote in August
• Finance committee goals for strategic plan
• Update on energy cost rate lock
• May financial statements

City Clerk

This is a meeting agenda for the City Council Finance Committee. The agenda contains only the committee name and a reference to two posted documents, with no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.

• Meeting of the City Council Finance Committee
• Reference to finance posting document for May 25, 2023
• Reference to finance posting packet for May 25, 2023

City Clerk

The authority will review April financial reports and payables. The agenda also includes a monthly report from the Executive Director and a motion to approve an organizational chart.

• Approval of April 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of April/May 2023 payables
• Approval of FY23 April financials
• Review of MCDA organizational chart

City Clerk

This is a special City Council meeting with no listed agenda items beyond the meeting notice itself. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

• Special City Council meeting on 2023-05-25

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed amendment to the City Code regarding the salary schedule for the Assistant City Clerk position. If adopted, the new pay scale would take effect on July 1, 2023.

• Proposed amendment to City Code Chapter 125, Section 6 (Salary Schedule)
• New salary steps for Assistant City Clerk ranging from $73,929.96 at start to $83,257.72 after 5 years of service

The City Council approved an amendment to Chapter 125 of the City Code regarding personnel. This action establishes a seven-step salary schedule for the Assistant City Clerk position effective July 1, 2023.

• Approved salary schedule for Assistant City Clerk ranging from $73,929.96 to $83,257.72

Community Development Authority

The authority will review previous meeting minutes and financial reports for April and May 2023. The agenda also includes a monthly report from the Executive Director and a motion regarding the organizational chart.

• Approval of April 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of April/May 2023 payables
• Approval of FY23 April financials
• Review of MCDA Organizational Chart

The Board approved the MCDA organizational chart to include new Lease Coordinator and Housing Clerk positions. The Board also approved the April financials and payables for April/May 2023.

• Approved minutes for April 27, 2023 meeting
• Approved Payables for April/May 23 (David Morticelli abstained)
• Approved April Financials FY23
• Approved MCDA Organizational Chart

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal by David Click for the property at 13-15 Mechanic St. The matter involves a challenge to a building commissioner's denial and the classification of previous land use. This is a continuation of a hearing from May 2, 2023.

• Public Hearing: 13-15 Mechanic St. appeal regarding zoning denial and use classification

The Zoning Board of Appeals continued a public hearing regarding a zoning denial appeal for 13-15 Mechanic St. The board also approved a time extension for the case.

• Continued public hearing for Case #1496 (13-15 Mechanic St) to June 20, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved time extension to July 11, 2023 (4-0)

City Clerk

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Attorney David Click, representing Rick Marino, of the building commissioner's denial regarding the property at 13-15 Mechanic St. The appeal challenges the classification of the previous use and the determination that the new use is substantially different. This is a continuation from the May 2, 2023 hearing.

• Public hearing on appeal for 13-15 Mechanic St.
• Appeal challenges building commissioner's denial and use classification
• Continuation from May 2, 2023 hearing

Planning Board

This is a procedural agenda with no substantive items listed. The Planning Board is meeting, but the agenda contains only the agenda document and a meeting materials packet, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

The Board endorsed a land plan for 119 South Street as Approval Not Required. Draft permits and documents for developments at 547 Stow Road and 689 Pleasant Street were referred to the Legal Department for further review.

• Endorsed 119 South Street Plan of Land as Approval Not Required (7-0)
• Referred 547 Stow Road draft special permit to Legal Department with modifications (6-0)
• Referred question of voter eligibility for 547 Stow Road Special Permit to Legal Department (6-0)
• Referred 689 Pleasant Street draft certificate of vote, covenant, and HOA documents to Legal Department (6-0)
• Accepted and filed May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Clerk

The Richer School Council will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from the April 10, 2023, meeting. The council also intends to conduct work regarding the School Improvement Plan.

• Approval of Minutes from 4/10/23
• School Improvement Plan Work

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed $188,751,024.00 operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024. Other agenda items include discussions on zoning changes for multifamily units and various fund transfers.

• Public hearing on FY2024 operating budget of $188,751,024.00
• Zoning amendment to increase multifamily unit cap from 475 to 950 in the EROD district
• Sign special permit amendment for 431 Lincoln Street
• Transfer request of $1,974,642.32 for various department expenses
• Transfer request of $1,440,000.00 to the West Side Fire Station Stabilization Account

The City Council approved a $1,974,642.32 transfer to cover various department expenses for Fiscal Year 2023 and a $1,440,000.00 transfer to the West Side Fire Station Stabilization Account. The Council also requested funding for two City Clerk positions and extended a time limitation for a storage facility permit.

• Approved $1,974,642.32 transfer between accounts for FY2023 department expenses
• Approved $1,440,000.00 transfer from Undesignated Fund to West Side Fire Station Stabilization Account
• Requested Mayor submit funding for Assistant City Clerk ($4,590.00) and Part-Time Clerk ($17,600.00)
• Approved time limitation extension to August 22, 2023, for Exela Storage at 846 Boston Post Road East
• Referred appointment of Jonathon Friedman to the Commission on Disabilities to the Personnel Committee
• Referred GEICO property damage/personal injury claim to the Legal Department
• Filed NSTAR Electric Company's 2023 Energy Efficiency Surcharges petition

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several proposals involving construction near wetlands or the Ft. Meadow Reservoir. Items include requests for determinations of applicability, resource area delineations, and site improvements.

• 61 Chase Rd.: Inground pool and fence proposal
• 15 Ahern Rd.: Retaining wall repair and replacement proposal
• 21 Blaiswood Ave.: Patio, firepit, and retaining wall proposal near Ft. Meadow Reservoir
• 107 Simarano Dr.: Jurisdictional determination of vegetated wetland
• 279 South St.: Review of delineated wetland resource areas

The Commission issued a Negative Determination for a retaining wall project at 15 Ahern Rd. Several other wetland-related hearings were continued to future meetings for further review or site walks.

• Approved May 4, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for retaining wall at 15 Ahern Rd (7-0)
• Continued hearing for pool and fence at 61 Chase Rd to June 1, 2023
• Continued hearing for patio and firepit at 21 Blaiswood Ave to June 1, 2023
• Continued hearing for jurisdictional determination at 107 Simarano Dr to June 1, 2023
• Continued hearing for wetland delineation at 279 South St to June 1, 2023
• Continued hearing for site improvements at 846 & 850 Boston Post Rd. East to July 20, 2023
• Signed Certificate of Compliance for 28 Littlefield Ln

City Clerk

The Board of Registrars will meet to approve the minutes from March 28, 2023. The meeting includes a review of a voter residency complaint dated May 1, 2023, to determine if it meets requirements of MGL Chapter 51, §48. Additionally, the board will receive an update on Election Office staffing.

• Approval of March 28, 2023 minutes
• Review of voter residency complaint dated May 1, 2023
• Election Office staffing update

City Clerk

The Marlborough Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several wetland-related proposals, including pool construction, retaining wall repair, and site improvements. It will also review a request for determination on a vegetated wetland and verify wetland delineations. The meeting includes continued items from May 4 and a certificate of compliance.

• Notice of Intent: Inground pool and fence near wetlands at 61 Chase Rd.
• Request for Determination: Retaining wall repair at 15 Ahern Rd.
• Abbreviated Notice of Intent: Patio, firepit, retaining wall on Ft. Meadow Reservoir shore at 21 Blaiswood Ave.
• Request for Determination: Vegetated wetland at 107 Simarano Dr.
• Notice of Intent: Site improvements to storage facility at 846 & 850 Boston Post Rd. East

City Clerk

The Historical Commission will meet to approve the April minutes. The commission is also scheduled to review the status of the historic house sign project and discuss changes to the MHC website.

• Review current status of historic house sign project
• Discuss additional changes to MHC website

City Clerk

The Kane School Council will meet to approve previous minutes and review a new format for the School Improvement Plan (SIP). The council will also receive school updates.

• Approval of Minutes
• Review of new SIP format
• School updates

City Clerk

The Marlborough Cultural Council will meet to review minutes and receive reports from workgroups. The council also intends to schedule dates for summer meetings.

• Review of Minutes
• Reports from Workgroups
• Scheduling Summer Meetings

City Clerk

The Board of Trustees Finance & Audit Committee will meet via remote participation. The agenda includes a review of April 2023 financial statements and updates regarding First Citizens and construction vote decision points.

• Review April 2023 Financial Statements
• Update on Discussion with First Citizens
• Discussion on Decision Points for Construction Vote in August
• Retrospective SVB — Lessons Learned

City Clerk

The City Council Finance Committee is conducting hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. This includes a communication from Mayor Vigeant regarding the proposed municipal operating budget.

• Proposed FY 2024 Municipal Operating Budget of $18,751,024.00
• Proposed budget represents a 4.57% increase over FY 2023 appropriation
• Public hearing scheduled for May 22, 2023

City Clerk

The City Council Finance Committee is meeting to review documents related to the FY2024 budget, including a posting for budget hearings scheduled for May 16-17, 2023, the full FY24 budget document, and a legal opinion on the budget timeline. The agenda contains only these three reference documents, with no listed discussion items or votes.

• FY2024 budget hearings scheduled for May 16-17, 2023
• Review of FY24 budget document
• Legal opinion on FY2024 budget timeline

Recreation Commission

The Marlborough Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates from parks and recreation staff. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed for public action.

• Approval of minutes from April 12, 2023
• Parks report from Chris White, General Foreman
• Recreation report from Charles Thebado, Recreation Director
• Old and new business discussion

The Recreation Commission approved the installation of a concrete slab and storage shed at Ward Park Pool and the construction of a stage at Memorial Beach. The Commission also agreed to allow Sudbury Recreation to use Memorial Beach for swim classes.

• Approved minutes from 4-12-23 (unanimous)
• Approved installation of concrete slab and storage shed at Ward Park Pool (unanimous)
• Approved construction of a stage at Memorial Beach (unanimous)
• Approved Sudbury Recreation usage of Memorial Beach for swim classes (10am-Noon for 6 weeks)

City Clerk

The commission will review the previous meeting minutes from April 12, 2023. The agenda includes reports from the General Foreman of Parks, Forestry & Cemeteries and the Recreation Director.

• Approval of minutes from 4-12-23
• Parks Report by Chris White
• Recreation Report by Charles Thebado