{
 "city": "Mashpee",
 "state": "MA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/mashpeema.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-05",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to vote on subdivision and funding for engineering invoices",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Planning Board will meet on August 5, 2026, to review and vote on several items, including a subdivision request for a 2.71-acre lot at 333 Rock Landing Road and funding for engineering invoices for projects on Willow Circle, Chipotle, and Silver Leaf Lane. The board will also discuss proposed amendments to subdivision rules and regulations, site inspection procedures, and public hearing guidelines.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-419",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to vote on Silver Leaf Lane bond release",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Planning Board will consider approving a bond release for Silver Leaf Lane and funding engineer invoices for Ed Pesce projects. They will also discuss proposed amendments to subdivision regulations regarding attractive nuisances, applicant-funded peer review accounts, and site inspection procedures.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-421",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Mashpee Conservation Commission reviews water quality and local projects",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Conservation Commission meets to discuss ongoing water quality issues, review several local project proposals, and receive updates on restoration and management initiatives. The meeting includes public comment periods and updates on ongoing conservation efforts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-418",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Historical Commission to finalize commissioner roles and review LCP heritage section",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Historical Commission will meet to finalize the 2026 update of commissioner roles and responsibilities, including activity participation and scheduling. They will also review the 2026 Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP) and the commission's participation, with handouts of the Heritage and Preservation section provided at the meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-422",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee to review October Town Meeting draft articles and hear Town Manager updates",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Finance Committee will discuss and approve minutes from two prior meetings, receive updates from the Town Manager, and hear a presentation from the Community Preservation Committee Chair. The committee will also review, discuss, and take action on articles in the first draft of the October Town Meeting Warrant.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-420",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee to interview candidate for vacant seat and review October Town Meeting draft",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Finance Committee will meet to discuss and approve minutes from prior meetings, interview a candidate for a vacant committee position, receive updates from the Town Manager, and review articles in the draft warrant for the October Town Meeting. No substantive decisions are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07302026-417",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Waterways Commission",
   "headline": "Waterways Commission to interview applicants, discuss Ockway Bay dredging and mooring rule changes",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Waterways Commission will interview two applicants for open seats, review Ockway Bay dredging and marina updates, and discuss proposed changes to mooring rules. The commission will also consider a letter to abutters regarding the Ockway Bay dredge/marina project and reorganize its officers.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07302026-411",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Mashpee Wakeby Lake Management Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review lake measurements, boating regulations, and recent pond meeting",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Wakeby Lake Management Committee will accept prior meeting minutes, discuss lake measurements taken every two weeks, and review a recent informational meeting on fresh water ponds. They will also review boating regulations for Mashpee and Wakeby lakes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-412",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Community Preservation Committee",
   "headline": "Mashpee CPC to reconsider votes on pond study, regional housing, and wildlife refuge; set FY27 reserves",
   "summary": "The Community Preservation Committee will hear public comment, approve June minutes, vote on setting 10% of FY27 estimated revenue into reserves, and reconsider prior votes on a Ponds Diagnostic Study, Shared Regional Housing Services, and Friends of Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge. The committee will also re-organize by electing a chair, vice chair, and clerk.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-415",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Economic Development and Industrial Committee",
   "headline": "Mashpee EDIC to review Island Pickle resume for board appointment, approve June minutes",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Economic Development and Industrial Corporation will meet in hybrid format to approve June 30, 2026 minutes, discuss a Guide for Business, and review a resume from Bill Russell of Island Pickle for appointment to the EDIC Board. The treasurer will also give a financial report.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-416",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to interview candidate for Planning Board vacancy",
   "summary": "The Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the Planning Board to interview and possibly vote to fill an associate member vacancy. They will also discuss pickleball court operations, review applications for one-day liquor licenses and temporary sign permits, and consider end-of-year budget transfers. The board will enter executive session to discuss negotiations with Deputy Police Chief Thomas Rose.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-413",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Upper Cape Regional Transfer Station",
   "headline": "Board to negotiate final contract with Cavossa Disposal Corp.",
   "summary": "The Board of Managers will meet in executive session to negotiate a final contract with Cavossa Disposal Corp. for reuse of the Upper Cape Regional Transfer Station. The meeting will not reconvene in open session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-410",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to interview and possibly vote on associate member vacancy",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Planning Board is meeting jointly with the Select Board to interview Teresa Ronhock and possibly vote to fill an associate member vacancy through May 8, 2027. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-414",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Cemetery Commission",
   "headline": "Cemetery Commission to review master plan for Great Neck Woods expansion, discuss Muslim section, and review plot fees.",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Cemetery Commission will meet on July 26, 2026, to review a draft master plan for the Great Neck Woods Cemetery expansion, discuss designating a Muslim section, review cemetery plot fees, and consider a letter regarding disinterment for burial at the cemetery.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-409",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Mashpee Conservation Commission to reorganize and discuss water quality initiatives",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Conservation Commission will hold its July 23, 2026 meeting to reorganize the committee, including voting for a vice chair, and discuss ongoing water quality issues and initiatives. The meeting will also include updates on local conservation projects and public comment periods.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-406",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee to vote on end-of-year budget transfers",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Finance Committee is meeting to consider and approve requests for end-of-year budget transfers. The agenda includes public comment, approval of prior meeting minutes, and scheduling of the next meeting. No other substantive items are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-407",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "ZBA to hear 40B comprehensive permit for 65 rental units on Route 28",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several zoning matters, including a continued comprehensive permit under M.G.L. 40B for 65 rental units (17 affordable) at Route 28 and Jobs Fishing Road. Other items include written findings for nonconforming structures at 63 Monahansett Road and 14 Little Neck Lane, a special permit for a garage at 9 Tuspaquin Road, and an appeal of a building commissioner's failure to act on 22 and 26 Oyster Way. Two hearings have been continued to September 9, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-408",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Mashpee Freshwater Ponds Committee",
   "headline": "Ponds committee to hear water quality and conservation updates",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Freshwater Ponds Committee will receive a presentation on the state of the ponds from the Water Quality Coordinator and a conservation update from the Assistant Conservation Agent. The meeting also includes public Q&A.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-404",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Mashpee Inclusion and Diversity Committee",
   "headline": "MIDC to discuss budget and cancel August meeting",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Inclusion and Diversity Committee will convene to approve minutes from June 16, 2026, and hear public comment. Old business includes an Enterprise Column update, a new member introduction, and a survey follow-up. New business covers the MIDC budget and a decision to skip the August meeting in favor of homework.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-405",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Sewer Commission",
   "headline": "Sewer Commission to continue Willowbend variance hearing",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Sewer Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a variance to the Flow Neutral Bylaw (Chapter 108) for the Willowbend Cranberry Point project. The board will also receive a monthly engineering update from GHD and review minutes from the previous meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-403",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to hear property line shift and paper street elimination",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Planning Board will hold public hearings on a property line adjustment at 20 & 28 Pine Grove Circle and a request to eliminate an existing paper street at 34 Quaker Run Road. The board will also consider an ANR application to divide 333 Rock Landing Road into five lots and a definitive subdivision application for 20 Tudor Terrace. Old business includes a final tripartite release for Willow Circle.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-402",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Mashpee Community Garden Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Mashpee Community Garden Advisory Committee to review bylaws, discuss weed barrier and wood chips, and welcome new member",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Community Garden Advisory Committee (MCGAC) will meet on July 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall and via Zoom. The agenda includes reviewing and approving June meeting minutes, discussing weed barrier and wood chip projects, fence repairs, volunteer participation, and proposed changes to the MCGAC bylaws. The committee will also welcome new member Mary Mello and discuss recruiting additional board members.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-401",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to hold hearings on Eversource/Verizon work and food licenses, review wastewater loans",
   "summary": "The Select Board will convene for a regular meeting including two public hearings: one on a work petition from Eversource and Verizon, and another on common victualler licenses for Mashpee food establishments. They will also review project evaluation forms for two State Revolving Fund loans for wastewater systems, and discuss a request for an extended construction work schedule from Comcast. Other items include reappointments to the Affordable Housing Committee, appointments to other town committees, a resignation from the Conservation Commission, a draft cyber incident response policy, and a draft warrant for the October 2026 Annual Town Meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-399",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-10",
   "body": "Historic District Commission",
   "headline": "Historic District Commission to review raising and expanding home at 224 Main Street",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness request to raise and add an addition to a dwelling at 224 Main Street. The commission will also review minutes from its June 25, 2025 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07102026-398",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee to review end-of-year transfers",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on end-of-year transfers and receive updates from the Town Manager. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-395",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Housing Authority",
   "headline": "Housing Authority holds public hearing on FY2027 Annual Plan",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to present and discuss the FY2027 Annual Plan, followed by a vote to approve it. The regular meeting afterward includes approval of June 2026 minutes, the Treasurer's Report and warrants, and an update on capital project 172058 (Homeyer Village roof, windows, doors, and siding).",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-397",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Environmental Oversight Committee",
   "headline": "EOC to discuss RFP for bylaw review consultant for fall town meeting",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Environmental Oversight Committee will meet to discuss a Request for Proposals for a Comprehensive Independent Consultant for bylaw review, with warrant articles due July 13, 2026. The committee will also hear updates on the APCC land conservation effort, the Mashpee Neck Boat Landing project, and NOAA river restoration grants. A public comment period for the Quashnet Development is scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-394",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Historical Commission to discuss commissioner roles and 2026 events",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting to continue discussions on commissioner roles and responsibilities, and to review the 2026 calendar of events. The agenda includes roll call, a land recognition statement, and commissioner reports. No votes on specific projects or expenditures are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-391",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to discuss water quality, dock moratorium, and septic upgrade",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Conservation Commission will hold a quarterly meeting to discuss water quality issues, a proposed septic system upgrade at 80 Summersea Road, and a dock moratorium. The agenda also includes updates on various restoration projects and approval of prior meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-390",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Council on Aging - Senior Center",
   "headline": "Council on Aging to discuss strategic planning and board elections",
   "summary": "The Mashpee Council on Aging will hold a regular meeting on July 8, 2026, at the Senior Center. The agenda includes board elections, strategic planning to revise the meeting format, and an update on AARP/MCOA progress.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-388",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.mashpeema.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}