Mattapoisett public meetings in 2023

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board meeting scheduled for December 28, 2023, has been cancelled.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two property petitions. The board is considering a special permit and variance for a new home and a variance for a storage addition.

• Case #1527: Special Permit and Variance for a 42'x30' single family dwelling with deck and porch at 33 Church Street
• Case #1532: Variance for an 8'x19' dry storage addition at 20 County Road

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on the use of ARPA funds for website upgrades. The board will also discuss the FY25 budget meeting schedule and 1 Goodspeed Island Road.

• Vote to approve $23,500 in ARPA funds for website upgrades
• Discussion regarding 1 Goodspeed Island Road
• Discussion of FY25 Budget Meeting Schedule
• Executive session to interview employment applicants
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy for 1 Goodspeed Island Road

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business and review monthly reports. The board is scheduled to discuss a lot merge and process exemption applications for fiscal year 2024.

• Lot merge at 7-7R Oakland Street
• FY24 Exemption Applications
• Executive session for negotiations with nonunion personnel

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Act Committee will meet to review the minutes from the November 20, 2023 meeting. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding an FY2025 funding request from the Mattapoisett Historical Commission.

• FY2025 CPA funding request discussion for Mattapoisett Historical Commission
• Review and action on November 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding requests to cut trees on designated Scenic Ways. The board will also continue a discussion on a preliminary subdivision plan for a property on Ocean Drive.

• Public hearing for tree removal at 12 Barstow Street, 4 Marion Road, and 12 North Street
• Preliminary Subdivision Plan application for Ocean Drive (Applicant: David Duchaine)
• Signing of Form A-1 for Approval Not Required forms from December 4 meeting

Bike Path Committee

The committee is reviewing progress on Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the bike path project. Discussions include potential bronze plaque dedications, infrared counter installations on Depot St., and design updates for Phase 2A.

• Phase 2B design funding of $75,000 programmed by CPC for 2025
• Infrared counters discussed for Depot St. regarding future grant applications
• Phase 2A design progress by PARE Corporation

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review updates on the Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement and consider a proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The agenda includes discussions regarding septic system repairs and variances for properties at 5 Hunters Lane and 18 Shore Drive.

• Update on PHN and Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement
• Septic repair at 5 Hunters Lane
• Variances for 18 Shore Drive regarding tank type and property line distance
• Proposed budget FY 25
• Review of hauler's proposals

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will review the Tree City USA signature page and hear from Mike Lorenco regarding the Main St/Marion Road Street Project. The body will also receive an update on trees from Roland Cote.

• Main St/Marion Road Street Project discussion with Mike Lorenco
• Tree City USA Signature Page
• Tree Hearing (Dec 18) for Maple Tree at 12 Barstow
• Tree Hearing (Dec 18) for Cherry Tree at 4 Marion Road
• Tree Hearing (Dec 18) for Ash Tree at 12 North Street

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will meet to discuss the final district budget and annual report. The commission will also receive updates on the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) upgrades project and a report from Tata & Howard.

• Final District Budget
• Annual Report
• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Tata & Howard Report
• Treatment Plant Operations Update

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve November warrants and meeting minutes. The board will take action on a Resident Service Coordinator grant application and receive an update on the power backup generator project.

• Resident Service Coordinator grant application
• Power backup generator project update
• Approval of November warrants

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for a new home at Shagbark Circle and a determination of applicability for 18 Shore Drive. The body will also review several requests for Certificates of Compliance and a septic system replacement at 12 Old Mattapoisett Neck Road.

• New Notice of Intent for a single-family residence at Lot 90, Shagbark Circle
• Request for Determination of Applicability for 18 Shore Drive
• Continued Notice of Intent for septic tank and d-box replacement at 12 Old Mattapoisett Neck Road
• Certificate of Compliance requests for 4 Beach Street, Goodspeed Island, Shagbark Circle, and 8 Deep Woods Drive
• Request for Minor Field Change for 20 Howard Beach

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the transition to an Interim Director. The board is also scheduled to form a search committee.

• Formation of search committee
• Discussion of transition to Interim Director

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will meet to review reports and provide updates on a community-wide survey and a Community Preservation Act (CPC) grant.

• Community-wide survey updates
• CPC Grant update

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board of Directors will meet to review budget recaps and prepare for the FY25 budget. The board will also discuss staff certification trainings and newsletter mailings.

• FY25 Budget Prep
• Staff Education via BU CADER program certification trainings
• Newsletter Mailings
• Dementia Friendly initiative
• Satisfaction Surveys

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding tax classification. The board is also voting on ARPA funding for equipment and the resignation of the Town Accountant.

• Public hearing for Tax Classification
• Vote to use $5,500 in ARPA funds for 3 laptops and network setup
• Vote to accept the resignation of the Town Accountant
• Vote to approve 2024 Annual Licenses
• Vote on confirmatory takings or easements for Old Slough Road and Tinkham Forest Paths

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider lot applications and a preliminary subdivision plan. The meeting includes reviews of properties on Ocean Drive and Oakland Way.

• Form A application for Map 8, Lots 70 & 72 (Oakland Way and Foster Street)
• Form A application for Lot 16B on Ocean Drive (Map 15B)
• Form B Preliminary Subdivision Plan application for property on Ocean Drive

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a new public hearing regarding drainage improvements and paving on River Rd. The body will also continue hearings on four residential property projects and review two requests for certificates of compliance.

• Request for Determination of Applicability: drainage improvements and paving of approx. 3,400 linear feet of River Rd. from Rt. 6 to Acushnet Rd.
• Notice of Intent: demolition of office building and construction of a single-family dwelling at 33 Church Street
• Notice of Intent: jetty stone replacement and pier piling repair at 48A Shore Drive
• Notice of Intent: septic tank and d-box replacement at 12 Old Mattapoisett Neck Road
• Notice of Intent: wetland jurisdictional verification at 112 Mattapoisett Neck Road

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive an update on the PHN and Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement. Members will also consider a septic repair plan and a plumbing code variance.

• Update on PHN and Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement
• 32 River Road Septic Repair Plan
• Variance of Massachusetts Plumbing Code 248 CMR 10.10 (7) (c)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Act Committee will meet to accept the minutes from September 25, 2023. The body will receive FY2025 CPA application requests and discuss the upcoming meeting schedule.

• Receipt of FY2025 CPA Application Requests

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider whether Form A approval is required for specific lot adjustments. The meeting also includes time for walk-ins and general discussion.

• Form A Approval review for Map 8, Parcel B, Lots 70 & 72 (Applicant: Laurel Henning)
• Proposed lot adjustments for Oakland Way, Foster Street, and Oakland Street

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to reorganize the committee. Members will also review and potentially vote on a Reserve Fund transfer to cover an unexpected cost increase for a police cruiser.

• Reorganization of the Committee
• Reserve Fund Transfer for the purchase of a police cruiser

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for five separate applications. The board is considering requests for new home construction, a shed expansion, and family-related apartments.

• Case #1527: Special Permit and Variance for a single family dwelling at 33 Church Street
• Case #1528: Variance for the expansion of a preexisting non-conforming shed at 12 Linhares Avenue
• Case #1529: Special Permit for a Family Related Apartment at 14 Marion Road
• Case #1530: Special Permit for a Family Related Apartment at 3 Oakland Street
• Case #1531: Variance to build a Single-Family Dwelling at 8 Channel Street

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to address the resignation of the Library Director. The body will discuss the formation of a search committee and the tasks required to fill the position.

• Director resignation and search committee formation
• Adult Services Librarian vacancy update
• Art Exhibit policy
• Strategic plan committee report

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission is meeting to discuss the draft district budget and receive updates on Water Treatment Plant (WTP) upgrades. The commission will also review a report from Tata & Howard and current plant operations.

• Draft District Budget
• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Tata & Howard Report
• Treatment Plant Operations Update

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on updated rules for Senior and Veterans Work Off programs and a snow plow policy. The board will also consider road opening permits for Eversource and the resignation of the Library Director.

• Updated Rules for Senior Work Off Program
• Rules for Veterans Work Off Program
• Updated Snow Plow Policy and Agreement Form
• Eversource Road Opening Permits for Beacon Street, Marion Road, and Ned’s Point Road
• Resignation of the Library Director

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve warrants and financial certifications for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023. The board will also review the completion of stove replacements under Project 173086.

• Approval of September and October Warrants
• FYE 09/30/2023 Financials and Certifications
• Project 173086 Stove Replacements completion
• HILAPP Application update
• Power Backup Generator Project update

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for new and continued Notices of Intent. The body will also consider requests for Certificates of Compliance for two properties.

• Notice of Intent for septic tank replacement and tree removal at 12 Old Mattapoisett Neck Road
• Notice of Intent for jetty and pier piling repairs at 48A Shore Drive
• Notice of Intent to demolish an office building and build a single-family home at 33 Church Street
• Certificate of Compliance request for 22 Pine Island Road
• Certificate of Compliance request for 93 Mattapoisett Neck Road

Bike Path Committee

The committee is discussing the progress of 75% drawings for Phase 2A and reviewing programmed funding from the Capital Planning Committee. The meeting includes updates on construction costs, grants, permitting, and insurance.

• Phase 2A: $75,000 in 2023 grant money for land takings
• Phase 2A: $3,845,000 programmed for construction in 2024-2025
• Phase 2B: $75,000 programmed for 2025 design
• Phase 2B: $750,000 programmed for 2026 construction
• Review of 75% drawings for Phase 2A by PARE Corporation

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee is meeting to review the Master Plan and Tree City USA reporting. The body will also discuss tree plantings to replace those removed during the Main St/Marion Road Street Project.

• Master Plan update
• Tree City USA reporting
• Main St/Marion Road Street Project replacement plantings

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive an update on the PHN and Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement. The board will also review septic repair plans for two specific properties.

• Update on PHN and Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement
• 32 River Road Septic Repair Plan
• 12 Old Mattapoisett Neck Road Septic Repair Plan
• Approval of 7/26/23 and 9/27/23 minutes

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee Appointing Committee is meeting to fill a vacancy on the Capital Planning Committee. The body will also vote to approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Vote to appoint a member to the Capital Planning Committee
• Vote to approve June 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will address outstanding items regarding the November 6, 2023, Special Town Meeting. The board will also vote on appointing five individuals as probationary firefighters.

• Appointments of Amanda McCann, Alexander Vieira, Rebecca Crowley, Dylan Musgrove, and Nicholas Connolly as Probationary Firefighters
• Outstanding items for the November 6, 2023, Special Town Meeting

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will meet to introduce Connor Gaudet as the Museum Curator/Administrator. The commission will also review reports and provide updates on a community-wide survey and a CPC Grant.

• Introduction of Connor Gaudet, Curator/Administrator Mattapoisett Museum
• Community-wide survey updates
• CPC Grant discussion
• Bricks

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board of Directors will review budget and outreach reports. The board is discussing the restructuring of transportation logistics and the Senior Work Off program.

• Veterans’ Gathering breakfast on 11/9
• Review of Dementia Friendly initiative
• Review of Satisfaction Survey draft
• Senior Work Off program
• Transportation logistical restructuring ideas

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will meet to review the status of the Long Wharf and Holmes Wharf seawall projects. The board will also discuss a Waterfront Management Plan and insurance requirements for contractors working on wharves.

• Long Wharf Project status
• Holmes Wharf seawall repair status
• Waterfront management Plan discussion
• Insurance requirements for crane/service contractors on wharves

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss a public health collaborative agreement and review variance requests for a property at 58 Shore Drive. The board will also discuss haulers and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Variances for 58 Shore Drive regarding setbacks, groundwater separation, overdig requirements, and deep hole observation
• Update on PHN and Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement
• Discussion on haulers

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding a package store license transfer. Members will also vote on a gift for the Mattapoisett Neck Road Sidewalk Project and discuss Eversource project plans.

• Public hearing on transfer of Section 15 Package Store License from Village Package Store to J&S Wine and Spirits
• Vote to accept gift from Mattapoisett Land Trust for the Mattapoisett Neck Road Sidewalk Project
• Vote to approve request for Mother’s Day 5K on May 12, 2024
• Discussion of Eversource project plans and VHB alternate designs
• Executive session to discuss Town Accountant and Treasurer/Collector contracts

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold new public hearings for several residential requests, including a new home construction and beach nourishment. The body will also consider requests for extensions and a certificate of compliance.

• Request for Determination of Applicability for a new septic system at 58 Shore Drive
• Request for Determination of Applicability for a pool and landscaping at 32 Ocean Drive
• Notice of Intent for beach nourishment at 26 Ocean Drive
• Notice of Intent for a single-family dwelling and driveway at 8 Channel Street
• Notice of Intent to demolish an office building for a single-family dwelling at 33 Church Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to discuss items related to Republic Services and Capitol Waste Services. The agenda lists representatives from both waste service companies as invitees.

• Discussion with Republic Services representatives Chris Macera, Dan Higgins, and Samantha Gray
• Discussion with Capitol Waste Services representative Joe Ricupero (Tentative)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to discuss items related to Waste Management, All State Waste Inc, and ELHarvey. The agenda does not list specific motions or decisions to be made.

• Discussion with Waste Management (Jon Dineen, Heather Louro)
• Discussion with All State Waste Inc (Victoria Oppedisano)
• Discussion with ELHarvey (Jerry Dugan)

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review reports from the treasurer, director, and strategic plan committee. The board is also discussing vacancies for the Page and Assistant Director positions.

• Strategic plan committee report
• 3D printer filament prices and replacement costs
• Page vacancy update
• Assistant Director vacancy update
• Policy review checklist

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will discuss the budget for tree plantings for Fiscal Year 2024. The body will also review the Master Plan and updates regarding tree maintenance and removals.

• Budget for Tree Plantings Fiscal Year 2024
• Update on Main St/Marion Road Street Project
• Discussion on replacement trees for those removed
• Review of Master Plan
• Spring plantings

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to review and vote on the Town Meeting Warrant scheduled for November 6, 2023.

• Vote to approve the Town Meeting Warrant for November 6, 2023

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss surety and electrical service easements for Eldridge Estates. The board will also consider a site plan approval extension and peer review funding. Members will discuss whether to reschedule a meeting due to the Fall Town Meeting on November 6, 2023.

• Eldridge Estates surety discussion
• Eldridge Estates easement for electrical service
• Randall Lane Solar request for site plan approval extension
• JBL Estates on Fairhaven Road discussion regarding peer review account funds

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to reorganize the committee and review articles for the Special Fall Town Meeting.

• Reorganization of the Committee
• Review of Special Fall Town Meeting Articles

Bike Path Committee

The committee is discussing the progress of 25% drawings for Phase 2A and reviewing programmed funding from the Capital Planning Committee. The meeting includes updates on construction costs, grants, insurance, and permitting.

• Phase 2A: $75,000 in 2023 grant money for land takings
• Phase 2A: $3,845,000 programmed for construction in 2024-2025
• Phase 2B: $75,000 programmed for design in 2025
• Phase 2B: $750,000 programmed for construction in 2026
• Review of 25% drawings by PARE Corporation

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss a public health collaborative agreement and review plan approvals for Coopers Way. The board will also consider specific variances for a property at 58 Shore Drive.

• Update on PHN and Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement
• Variances for 58 Shore Drive regarding setbacks, groundwater separation, overdig requirement, and deep hole observation
• Plan approval for Coopers Way, sublot 3
• Plan approval for Coopers Way, sublot 2

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission is meeting to discuss water treatment plant operations and upgrades. The body will also review the upcoming district budget and a report from Tata & Howard.

• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Tata & Howard Report
• Upcoming District Budget
• Treatment Plant Operations Update

Select Board

The Select Board will consider spending ARPA funds on police technology and close the warrant for the November 6 Special Town Meeting. The board will also discuss the possibility of opening scalloping for recreational fishing in specific harbor areas.

• Vote to use $145,000 ARPA funds for a $45,000 Domain Controller Server and $100,000 for Dispatch Radio System upgrades for Mattapoisett PD
• Vote to close the Town Meeting Warrant for the November 6 Special Town Meeting
• Discussion and possible vote on recreational fishing scalloping at Brandt Island Cove and Inner/Outer Harbor
• Vote to appoint David Monteiro to the Capital Planning Committee
• Executive session to discuss contracts for the Library Director, Treasurer/Collector, and Building Commissioner

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review budget and annual reports. The board will discuss a Veteran's Day recognition event and a satisfaction survey. New business includes a discussion on becoming a Dementia Friendly Community.

• Veteran's Day recognition and coffee collaboration with Town Veterans Office
• Budget recap
• Annual report
• Satisfaction survey
• Dementia Friendly Community initiative

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business and review monthly abatements. No specific properties or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Monthly abatements

Agricultural Commission

The provided agenda for the October 2, 2023, Agricultural Commission meeting contains no listed business items. The document consists of procedural boilerplate and meeting logistics.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to review a permit request for tree removal and discuss surety for Eldridge Estates. The board will also vote on previous meeting minutes.

• Permit request for cutting and removal of a Locus Tree at 58 North Street
• Discussion regarding Eldridge Estates Surety

ORR District School Committee

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission is meeting to review treasurer's reports and operational updates. The body will discuss the WTP Upgrades Project and a water class action lawsuit.

• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Water Class Action Lawsuit
• Treatment Plant Operations Update
• Treasurer’s Report regarding invoices

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will meet to review updates on Long Wharf soil borings and the Holmes Wharf seawall repair. The board will also discuss adding the Town of Mattapoisett as an 'Additional Insured' for contractors working on wharves.

• Long Wharf soil borings discussion and Board of Selectmen update
• Proposed requirement for crane/service contractors to list Town as 'Additional Insured'
• Holmes Wharf seawall repair status update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review public health collaborative agreements and vote on several property plan approvals and variances. The board will also decide on a cleanup contract for the transfer station and review the 2024 fee schedule.

• Plan approval and variance requests for Cooper Way (JBL Estates) Lot 1 Map 17
• Plan approval for 8 Marina Drive
• Variance requests for 58 Shore Drive regarding setbacks and groundwater separation
• Vote on Reis Construction for transfer station cleanup work
• Review of 2024 transfer station fee schedule pricing

Select Board

The Select Board will vote to open the Meeting Warrant for a Special Town Meeting scheduled for November 6, 2023. The board will also introduce new police and marine resource officers and vote on lieutenant appointments.

• Vote to open the Meeting Warrant for the November 6, 2023 Special Town Meeting
• Introduction of Benjaman Church as a new Mattapoisett Police Department officer
• Introduction of Isaac Perry as the Town’s new Marine Resource Officer
• Vote to appoint Justin King and Scott LeBlanc as Lieutenants to the Mattapoisett Police Department

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for several Requests for Determination of Applicability and Notices of Intent. The body will also consider requests for extensions and certificates of compliance for various local properties.

• Septic system construction at 8 Hiller’s Cove Lane and 8 Marina Drive
• Proposed 24’x26’ garage at 4 Marina Drive
• Proposed 27’ round above ground pool at 21 River Road
• Residential house lot development at Park Place
• Underbrushing and mowing proposal at 0 Marion Road

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Act Committee will meet to organize the committee and establish a meeting schedule. The body will also review applications for the 2023/2024 FY2025 cycle.

• Review of 2023/2024 FY2025 CPA Application
• Committee Re-organization

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review reports from the treasurer, director, and strategic plan committee. The board is scheduled to discuss updates to the meeting room policy and pricing for media lab printing.

• Prices for media lab printing
• Meeting Room Policy updates discussion
• Resignation of Assistant Director
• Resignation of Page
• Strategic plan committee report

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss a preliminary subdivision plan and a request to modify a stone wall. The board will also continue a discussion regarding the release of a covenant for JBL Estates.

• Request to clear brush and add a 10-foot wide entrance to a stone wall at 7 Crystal Spring Road
• Discussion to release Covenant and replace with funds for Long Built Homes (JBL Estates)
• Informal discussion for Preliminary Subdivision Plan at 7 Holly Woods Road

Bike Path Committee

The committee is reviewing the status of the Industrial Drive bike path project and Phases 2A and 2B. The meeting includes updates on grant funding and construction programming provided by the Capital Planning Committee.

• Phase 2A: $75,000 in 2023 grant money programmed for land takings
• Phase 2A: $3,845,000 programmed for construction in 2024-2025
• Phase 2B: $75,000 programmed for design in 2025
• Phase 2B: $750,000 programmed for construction in 2026
• Status update on Industrial Drive bike path project

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee is meeting to review the budget for tree plantings for Fiscal Year 2024. Members will also discuss the Master Plan and updates on road projects and tree watering.

• Budget for Tree Plantings Fiscal Year 2024
• Master Plan discussion
• Road Project update
• Tree removals and maintenance update
• Discussion on replacement plantings for removed trees

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will meet to review treasurer reports and commission elections. The body will discuss PFAS litigation, the Tata & Howard Report, and updates regarding Water Treatment Plant (WTP) upgrades.

• PFAS Litigation
• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Tata & Howard Report
• Treatment Plant Operations Update
• Commission Elections

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing and vote on an alcohol license for What the Taco, Inc. and a conservation restriction for the Long Plain Forest land purchase. The board will also discuss road projects and the Fall Town Meeting timeline.

• Public hearing and vote: What the Taco, Inc., 20 County Road, All Alcohol, On-Premise License
• Vote to approve Conservation Restriction Buzzards Bay Coalition for Long Plain Forest Land Purchase
• Vote to approve Social Media Policy
• Appointment of Matthew Desrosiers as a Civilian Part-time Paramedic
• Discussion on Long Wharf Design Project and Main Street, Water Street, Beacon Street, Marion Road Project

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission is meeting to review previous meeting minutes. The body will also review the Compost Barrel Forum.

• Review of meeting minutes
• Review of Compost Barrel Forum

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and warrants for July and August. The board is deciding on a contract amendment for financial assistance and the renewal of a management services agreement.

• Amendment #9 to Contract for Financial Assistance for $207,089
• Renewal of Management Services Agreement
• Award for Electric Range Replacement-project 173086
• Disposal of appliances for Project 173086
• Update on Power Backup Generator Project

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on a Notice of Intent for underbrushing and two requests to amend orders of conditions. The body will also consider an extension permit and discuss enforcement matters.

• Notice of Intent for underbrushing/mowing at 0 Marion Road (Double N Farm)
• Request to amend pool and pool house locations at 17 Ned’s Point Road
• Request to reduce fixed pier length and add a float at 35 Mattapoisett Neck Road
• Request for an Extension Permit at Mahoney’s Lane
• Enforcement discussions for Brandt Island Road, 48A Shore Drive, and 1 Pinebrook Lane

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review reports and discuss a community-wide survey. The meeting is primarily procedural.

• Community-wide survey

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging is meeting to review budget and outreach reports. The board will discuss collaborating with the Marion COA on trips and working with the Town Veteran’s Office for Veterans Day.

• Budget recap
• Trip collaborations with Marion COA
• Veterans Day collaboration ideas with Town Veteran’s Office
• MCOA Conference information
• Satisfaction and ideas surveys

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business and review specific tax and land items. The meeting includes an executive session regarding personnel negotiations.

• Betterment payoffs
• Monthly abatements
• Chapter land
• Executive session for negotiations with nonunion personnel

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will review a soil borings report for Long Wharf. Members will also discuss requiring crane and service contractors to list the Town of Mattapoisett as an additional insured party for work on wharves.

• Long Wharf Soil Borings Report discussion
• Insurance requirements for crane/service contractors on wharves
• Holmes Wharf Seawall repair update
• Harbormasters Update
• Recording of volunteer hours

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct new and continued public hearings regarding land use and environmental management. The body will review requests for a new shed and the management of phragmites and underbrush on specific parcels.

• New RDA for a 10’ x 12’ shed at 6 Whaler’s Way
• New NOI for phragmites management at 5 Holly Woods Road
• Continued NOI for underbrushing/mowing at 0 Marion Road
• Extension Permit request for Order of Conditions at Mahoney’s Lane
• Enforcement reviews for Brandt Island Road, 48A Shore Drive, and 0 Pinebrook Lane

Select Board

The Select Board will consider declaring a state of emergency effective August 8, 2023, due to tornado effects. Members will also discuss the use of ARPA funds for town server replacement and ADA compliance procedures.

• Vote to declare a state of emergency effective August 8, 2023, due to tornado effects
• Vote on using ARPA funds for replacement of Town Servers
• Trailer permit for 50 Brandt Island Road
• Approval of Town's ADA Notice of Non-Discrimination and Grievance Procedures
• Discussion on updating Priority Development Areas (PDAs) and Priority Protection Areas (PPAs)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss releasing a covenant and replacing it with funds for Long Built Homes - JBL Estates. The meeting also includes a review of minutes and general discussion.

• Discussion to release Covenant and replace with funds for Long Built Homes - JBL Estates

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for three property applications. The board will consider requests for variances and a special permit regarding residential construction.

• Case #1523: Variance for a 36X18 inground pool at 7 Oaklawn Avenue
• Case #1525: Special Permit for a 6 X 25 covered front porch at 18 Brandt Island Road
• Case #1526: Variance for a 16X32 inground pool at 17 West Hill Road

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several Requests for Determination of Applicability and Notices of Intent for residential projects. The body will also consider requests to amend orders of conditions for storm-damaged revetments and review minor plan changes.

• Notice of Intent for Beth and David Oberlander to raze a dwelling and construct a new elevated home at 7 Angelica Ave
• Notice of Intent for Double N Farm to underbrush/mow an area at 0 Marion Road
• Requests to amend orders of conditions to repair stone revetments at 1 and 2 Brandt Island Shores
• Request for Determination of Applicability for septic system repairs at 18 Crystal Spring Road
• Request for Certificate of Compliance for James Hubbard at 20 Angelica Ave

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board of Directors will meet to review reports and discuss upcoming programs. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and reports.

• Budget Recap
• Director's Report
• Outreach Report
• Upcoming programs scheduling

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will meet to discuss water treatment plant (WTP) updates. The agenda includes a report from Tata & Howard and an update on treatment plant operations.

• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Tata & Howard Report
• Treatment Plant Operations Update
• WTP Insurance
• Treasurer's Report regarding invoices

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on the South Coast Public Health Collaborative and a conservation restriction for Red Brick Farm East. The board will also vote on appointments for a civilian paramedic and a shellfish constable.

• Potential vote on South Coast Public Health Collaborative
• Conservation Restriction for Red Brick Farm East
• Appointment of Ivan Brody as Civilian Paramedic
• Appointment of Isaac Perry as Shellfish Constable
• Mass Dredging Program Grant Award of $20,000

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider 'Approval Not Required' filings for two properties and a covenant release. The board is also continuing reviews for the Park Lane Extension and the release of funds for The Village at Mattapoisett.

• Form A Approval Not Required: 21 Bay Club Drive, Rear
• Form A Approval Not Required: 5 Industrial Drive
• Release of Covenant: White Pine Lane, Bay Club
• Supplemental information review: Park Lane Extension
• Release of funds: The Village at Mattapoisett

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will meet to review the historic plaque program and the renaming of Holy Ghost Grounds. The body will also receive updates on a survey grant and bricks, and conduct an election of officers.

• Historic plaque program
• Holy Ghost Grounds renaming
• Survey grant update
• Election of officers

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will introduce new Harbormaster Isaac Perry and receive updates on the Holmes Wharf Seawall repair and Long Wharf soil borings. The board will also discuss insurance requirements for crane service contractors working on wharves.

• Introduction of new Harbormaster Isaac Perry
• Status of Long Wharf Soil Borings
• Discussion on adding Town of Mattapoisett as 'Additionally Insured' by crane service contractors
• Holmes Wharf Seawall repair update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review plans for several properties and a collaborative agreement with Southcoast Public Health. The board is also reviewing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for curbside recycling and trash collection.

• Review RFP for curbside recycling & Trash collection
• Review Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement
• Review plans for Lots 7, 8, 9 & 10 Point Road
• Review plans for Map 20 Lot 34 & 35 Hiawatha Way
• Review plans for 112 Brandt Island Road and revisions for Map 11 Lot 144 Mattapoisett Neck Rd

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review general business and monthly reports. No specific policy decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• General Business
• Monthly Reports

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct new and continued public hearings regarding shoreline and wetland projects. The body will also review requests for certificates of compliance and extension permits for several properties.

• New RDA for seawall and pier improvements at 18 Ned's Point Road
• New NOI for restoration planting and invasive species control at 58-60 Pico Beach Road
• Continued NOI for a residential pier at 89 Mattapoisett Neck Road
• Continued NOI for beach nourishment at Crescent Avenue & Prospect Park
• Partial Certificate of Compliance request for 35 Mattapoisett Neck Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for four property requests. Three applicants are seeking variances for pool construction, and one is seeking a special permit for a family apartment.

• Case #1521: Variance for 16-foot round pool at 5 Meadow Lane
• Case #1522: Variance for 18X36 inground pool at Aucoot Road
• Case #1523: Special Permit for family related apartment at 13 Park Place
• Case #1524: Variance for 36X18 inground pool at 7 Oaklawn Avenue

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to reorganize the committee. Members will also vote on end-of-year transfer requests and a reserve fund request.

• Reorganization of the Committee
• Vote to approve end of year transfer requests
• Vote to approve reserve fund request

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to receive reports from the Treasurer, Director, and the President of the Friends of the Mattapoisett Library. The meeting includes a report from the strategic plan committee.

• Strategic plan committee report

Housing Authority

The Mattapoisett Housing Authority will meet to review financial updates and the Executive Director's report. The board will take action regarding the certificate of substantial completion for the Building Roof Project.

• Action on Building Roof Project certificate of substantial completion

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a request from the Tree Warden to remove four maple trees. The board is also reviewing 'Approval Not Required' forms for two properties and discussing the release of funds for The Village at Mattapoisett.

• Permit request to remove four maple trees at 4 Depot Street, 32 Church Street, 34 Church Street, and the corner of Church & North Street
• Form A: Approval Not Required for Nicky’s Lane Map 21, Lots 30 and 31 (Daniel W. Chase)
• Form A: Approval Not Required for 5 Industrial Drive Map 26, Lots 17 and 19 (Windmill Square Limited Partnership)
• Review of supplemental information for Park Lane Extension
• Release of funds for The Village at Mattapoisett

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee is meeting to discuss tree watering schedules and the Master Plan. The agenda also includes items regarding the Article on Poster winner and new ideas.

• Tree Watering Schedules
• Master Plan
• Article on Poster Winner

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission is meeting to review water treatment plant (WTP) upgrades and operations. The body will discuss a project amendment to an engineering agreement and a report from Tata & Howard.

• WTP Upgrades Project Amendment to Engineering Agreement
• PFAS Litigation
• WTP Insurance
• Tata & Howard Report
• Treatment Plant Operations Update

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to review a quote for a town website upgrade and discuss dog signage and enforcement at Ned’s Point and Shipyard Park. The meeting includes an executive session regarding negotiations with nonunion personnel.

• Review of quote for Town Website Upgrade
• Discussion of dog signage and enforcement at Ned’s Point and Shipyard Park
• Introduction of Marine Resource Officer Isaac Perry
• Executive session for negotiations with nonunion personnel

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding public hearings on residential development and beach nourishment projects. The body will also consider requests for certificates of compliance and amendments to orders of conditions.

• Beach nourishment proposal at Crescent Avenue & Prospect Park
• Residential pier proposal at 89 Mattapoisett Neck Road
• Residential house lot development at 0 Park Place
• Certificate of Compliance request for 42 Church Street
• Order of Conditions amendment request for Pine Street

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to receive reports on the budget and outreach. The board will also provide advice and guidance on upcoming programs.

• Budget recap
• Advice and guidance on upcoming programs
• Outreach report

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will meet to review updates on wharf infrastructure and the Harbormaster position. The board will also discuss requirements for winter sticks.

• Status of Long Wharf Soil Borings
• Update on Harbormaster position
• Winter stick requirements discussion
• Holmes Wharf Seawall repair update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review plans for 66 Shore Drive and the Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement. Members will also discuss Transfer Station management, including compactors and contracts. The meeting includes a board reorganization and a discussion on a Transfer Station position.

• Review of plans for 66 Shore Drive
• Review of Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Agreement
• Discussion on Maguire & Wastequip compactors for Transfer Station
• Discussion on RDPs and contracts for Transfer Station
• Board reorganization

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on the Phase 2A pre-design for the Mattapoisett Rail Trail. The board will also vote on several appointments, including Harbormaster and Alternate Building Inspector, and consider a wine and malt license for a food truck.

• Public hearing and vote on Wine and Malt License for What the Taco Food Truck
• Review of Pre-Design for Phase 2A of Mattapoisett Rail Trail by Pare Corporation
• Vote to appoint Isaac Perry as Harbormaster and Kevin Greiner as Alternate Building Inspector
• Vote to accept or reject Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 regarding COLA for Plymouth County retirees
• Trailer permits for 0 Silver Shell Avenue and 0 & 1 Union Ave

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct new public hearings for three residential projects. The body will also discuss board reorganization and several enforcement orders.

• Request for Determination of Applicability for an inground pool and hot tub at 4 Appaloosa Lane
• Notice of Intent for a residential pier at 89 Mattapoisett Neck Road
• Notice of Intent for a residential house lot development at Park Place
• Request for an Extension Permit of Order of Conditions at Mahoney’s Lane
• Drainage discussion for 1 Waterman Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a special permit application. The board is reviewing a request to construct a single-family home on a specific property.

• Case #1520: Special Permit request for a single-family home at 20 Howard Beach

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Treasurer, Director, and Friends of the Mattapoisett Library. The board is scheduled to discuss and vote on the Teacher Card Policy.

• Vote on Teacher Card Policy
• Strategic plan committee report

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee is meeting to review spring plantings and the current status of the Tree City USA program. The body will also discuss the Tree Poster Contest winner and watering instructions.

• 2023 spring plantings
• Tree City USA status and future program ideas
• Tree Poster Contest winner and planting ideas
• Tree Warden update
• Watering instructions and reporting

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission is meeting to discuss water treatment plant operations and upgrades. The body will review an engineering agreement for fiscal year 2024 and an annual insurance renewal.

• Tata & Howard FY24 Engineering Agreement
• Annual Insurance Renewal
• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Treatment Plant Operations Update

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to review town appointments and discuss a proposal for a food truck and liquor license. The session includes an executive session to discuss personnel contracts and litigation regarding Old Slough Road.

• Proposal for Food Truck & Liquor License (0 County Road, Map 9.0 — Lot 2.0)
• Vote to approve Holy Ghost Reuse Committee survey
• Vote to approve surplus equipment for Mattapoisett Highway Department
• Vote to increase Cemetery & Memorial Oversight Committee to 7 members
• Review and vote on 2022-2023 Town Appointments

Housing Authority

The Mattapoisett Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the FY2024 Annual Plan. The board will also receive updates on financial reports and ongoing facility projects.

• FY2024 Annual Plan
• Power Backup Generator update
• Mini-split project close out
• Common hallway project update

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business and review monthly abatements. The board will also consider FY 2024 Chapter Land Applications and enter a closed session for contract negotiations and an abatement review.

• Monthly Abatements
• FY 2024 Chapter Land Applications
• Contract Negotiations (Closed Session)
• ATB Abatement Review - Kelleher (Closed Session)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold new public hearings for a septic system repair and a residential pier. The board will also consider several requests for certificates of compliance and an extension permit.

• Request for Determination of Applicability for septic system repair at 3 Oliver’s Lane
• Notice of Intent for a residential pier at 65 Mattapoisett Neck Road
• Requests for Certificates of Compliance at 36, 38, and 40 Prince Snow Circle and 5 Perkins Lane
• Request for Extension Permit of Order of Conditions at Mahoney’s Lane
• Vote to pay for legal ad regarding Old Rochester High School invasive phragmites project

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review budget and program statistics and discuss transportation issues. The board is seeking guidance on topics and the order for upcoming programs regarding estates, social security, and funerals. Members will also review an application for board membership.

• Review of COA Board Application for Membership
• Planning for programs on estate, social security, and funeral topics
• Celebration of Seniors event on June 16 at Whites of Westport
• Review of Budget Report and Program & Service Statistics

Select Board

The Select Board will meet at the Town Administrator's Office and via Zoom. The agenda includes an executive session regarding contract negotiations for the Marine Resource Officer.

• Executive session to conduct strategy sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel relative to the Marine Resource Officer

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss legal strategy regarding County Road Emergency litigation. The agenda also includes votes on committee members, scholarship requests, and land trust conservation restrictions.

• Discussion of litigation strategy regarding County Road Emergency
• Vote to accept the resignation of Patricia Donoghue from the Finance Committee
• Vote to establish an Ad Hoc Cemetery and Memorial Oversight Committee
• Vote to approve one day all alcoholic beverage license for United Way of Greater New Bedford
• Discussion of Mattapoisett Land Trust requests regarding Lopriore/Defelice Parcel, Red Brick Farm, and Long Plain Forest

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will conduct general business and review monthly abatements. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Gateway Signatures and revised or omitted solar items.

• Monthly Abatements
• Gateway Signatures
• Revised & Omitted Solar

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding various land use requests. Items include a request to repair an irrigation system at Reservation Golf Club and proposals for a septic upgrade and new dwelling reconstruction.

• Irrigation system repair/replacement at 10 Reservation Road
• Septic system upgrade and retaining walls at 4 Dyar Road
• Demolition and new dwelling construction at 10 Beach Road
• Garage construction at 28 Meadowbrook Lane
• Certificates of Compliance for properties on Bowman Road, Martha's Vineyard Drive, and Noyes Avenue

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two property applications. One application seeks a special permit for a second story addition, while the other requests a variance to keep steel storage containers on-site.

• Case #1518: Special Permit for a second story addition at 7 Pine Road
• Case #1519: Variance to keep steel storage containers at 13 Industrial Drive

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold an election for officers and vote on the Teacher Card Policy. The meeting also includes updates on the strategic plan and a report from the Friends of the Mattapoisett Library.

• Election of officers
• Teacher Card Policy review and vote
• Strategic plan initial meeting scheduled for May 24, 2023

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to hear a presentation regarding the Collins Center School consolidation study. The meeting includes a remote option via Zoom.

• Collins Center School Consolidation Study Presentation

Planning Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review minutes and mail, and hold a general discussion.

Bike Path Committee

The committee is reviewing the status of the Industrial Drive bike path project. Discussion includes a soft opening of Phase 1B and updates on construction and design funding for Phases 2A and 2B.

• Phase 1B soft opening at barrier beach crossing
• Phase 2A construction programmed for 2024-2025 at $3,845,000
• Phase 2A land takings grant money of $75,000 programmed for 2023
• Phase 2B design funding of $75,000 programmed for 2025
• Phase 2B construction funding of $750,000 programmed for 2026

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Commission will review previous meeting minutes and correspondence. The agenda includes updates on the Water Class Action Lawsuit, WTP Upgrades Project, and Treatment Plant Operations.

• Water Class Action Lawsuit update
• WTP Upgrades Project update
• Tata & Howard Report
• Treatment Plant Operations update

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes a change order for a roof replacement project and updates on several ongoing projects.

• Roof replacement project change order
• June 13 Public Hearing regarding FY2024 Annual Plan
• Power Backup Generator update
• Mini-split project update
• Common hallway project update

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on recommendations for Articles 1 and 8 of the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The board also considers appointing Aaron Goldberg and Nicky Miller to the Holy Ghost Reuse Committee.

• Vote Recommendation for Article 1 (2023 Annual Town Meeting)
• Vote Recommendation for Article 8 (2023 Annual Town Meeting)
• Appointment of Aaron Goldberg to the Holy Ghost Reuse Committee
• Appointment of Nicky Miller to the Holy Ghost Reuse Committee
• Approval of March 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to discuss budget and annual reports. The board is scheduled to vote on updates to the transportation policy and address medical transportation rides.

• Vote on Transportation Policy updates
• Discussion of Medical Transportation Rides
• Nomination and election of Chair and Secretary for 2023
• Budget Recap
• Director's Annual Report

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss the release of funds for Christos Kuliopulos regarding Split Rock Lane. The board will also review and vote on meeting minutes.

• Release of funds: Split Rock Lane (Christos Kuliopulos)

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will meet to review quotes for soil borings and receive an update on dredging at Long Wharf. The board will also continue discussions regarding Harbor/Wharf Revocation Appeals and the start-of-season schedule.

• Additional quote for Long Wharf Soil Borings
• Harbor/Wharf Revocation Appeals
• Holmes/Freddie Brownell (Long Wharf) dredging update
• Start of season schedule

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee to review the final FY24 Town Budget and Capital Plan. The body will vote on recommending FY24 Town Meeting Warrant Articles and approving the Town Meeting Warrant.

• Vote to recommend FY24 Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Vote to approve Town Meeting Warrant
• Review of final FY24 Town Budget and Capital Plan
• Review of Long Wharf Boring quote
• Review of 2023 Report of Community Preservation Committee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Select Board. The body will review the final FY24 Town Budget and Capital Plan and vote on recommendations for Town Meeting Warrant Articles.

• Review of Final FY24 Town Budget and Capital Plan
• Vote to recommend FY24 Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Review of 2023 Report of Community Preservation Committee

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss and vote on several library policies. The board also plans to set a date for a strategic plan meeting and discuss Open Meeting Law changes regarding quorums.

• Vote on Media Lab Policy
• Vote on Meeting Room policy
• Vote on Behavior Policy
• Vote on Safe Child policy
• Discussion on Open Meeting Law change regarding quorum at meetings

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review site plans and variance requests for several residential addresses. The board is also scheduled to review and sign a consultant agreement.

• Consultant Agreement review and signatures
• Review of plans and 2 variances for 2 Dupont Drive
• Review of plan and 4 variances for 7 Holly Lane
• Review of plan for Map 14.B Lot 22 Brandt Island Rd
• Review of plans for Map 3 Lot 139 and Lot 47.B Bowman Road

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for a new septic system and tree clearing for a future home. The body will also review requests for certificates of compliance and permit extensions for several properties.

• RDA for new septic system at 2 Dupont Drive
• NOI to clear trees for a single family dwelling at Prospect Road
• Partial Certificate of Compliance request for 139 Bowman Road
• Certificate of Compliance request for 1 Marthas Vineyard Drive
• Extension Permit requests for Aucoot Road and Mahoney’s Lane

Agricultural Commission

The meeting for the Agricultural Commission scheduled for April 4, 2023, was cancelled. No other business or decisions were listed.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business and review requests for tax exemptions and abatements. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss staffing, recertification updates, and abatements.

• Review of tax exemptions
• Review of tax abatements
• Executive session on staffing
• Executive session on recertification updates

Planning Board

The Mattapoisett Planning Board will meet to consider a Form A approval for properties on Oakland and Foster Street. The board will also discuss the release of funds for a solar project at 156 Acushnet Road.

• Form A Approval: Oakland & Foster Street Map 8, Lots 70 & 65 (Applicant: Laurel Henning)
• R&R Renewables: Release of funds for 156 Acushnet Road Solar

Marine Advisory Board

The board will discuss plans for the upcoming season opening and the Harbormaster's resignation. Members will also receive updates regarding Long Wharf reconstruction and dredging at Holmes/Freddie Brownell.

• Season opening plan and schedule
• Harbormaster resignation discussion
• Long Wharf reconstruction update
• Holmes/Freddie Brownell (Long Wharf) dredging update
• Harbor Rules Revocation Appeals

Board of Health

The Board of Health is holding a workshop to discuss waste disposal at the transfer station. This is the only substantive item listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on Waste Disposal at Transfer Station

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding the Town Select Board's proposal to reconstruct Old Slough Road. The body will also consider requests for certificates of compliance and permit extensions for private properties.

• Continued hearing for reconstruction of Old Slough Road from Bowman Road to Angelica Avenue
• Request for Partial Certificate of Compliance for 139 Bowman Road
• Request for Certificate of Compliance for 1 Marthas Vineyard Drive
• Request for Extension Permit of Order of Conditions for Mahoney’s Lane
• Review of enforcement orders and complaints for multiple properties including 48A Shore Drive and 11 Meadowbrook Lane

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss and vote on updates to the Media Lab, Meeting Room, Behavior, and Safe Child policies. The board will also set a date for strategic planning and discuss Open Meeting Law changes regarding quorum.

• Vote on Media Lab Policy
• Vote on Meeting Room Policy
• Vote on Behavior Policy
• Vote on Safe Child Policy
• Discussion of Open Meeting Law change regarding quorum

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the 2024 budget and a rate increase for C&D disposal at the Transfer Station. The board is also reviewing plans for three specific properties and discussing the Swap Shop at the Transfer Station.

• Review of 2024 Budget
• Review of Transfer Station rate increase for C&D disposal
• Review plans for Map 3 Lot 139 Bowman Road
• Review plans for Map 3 Lot 47.B Bowman Road
• Review plans for 11 Olivers Lane

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and warrants for January and February. The board is taking action regarding ABCA insulation work for a roof project. Updates will be provided on property vacancies and several ongoing maintenance projects.

• Action on ABCA Insulation Work (roof project)
• Review of January and February warrants
• Update on Power Backup Generator
• Update on Mini-split project
• Update on Common hallway project

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to continue the hearing for a Form C Definitive Subdivision Plan. The board will also review meeting minutes and mail.

• Continued hearing for Form C Definitive Subdivision Plan at 0 Bay Club Drive (Map 27 / Lots 401, 402 and 304) by Bay Club Real Estate Holdings

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for three separate property applications. The board will consider requests for a new home construction, a porch plan amendment, and the addition of a dwelling unit.

• Case #1511: Variance request for a new single family home at 0 Fairhaven Road
• Case #1512: Amendment to Special Permit #1343 for front porch plans at 13 Water Street
• Case #1513: Special Permit for a 952 Sq. Ft. garage with a dwelling unit at 4 Grove Avenue

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review FY24 budget requests from five town departments. The meeting will be held at the Fire Station Training Room and via Zoom.

• FY24 budget request review: Library
• FY24 budget request review: COA
• FY24 budget request review: Recreation
• FY24 budget request review: Town Hall

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on several administrative actions, including the opening of the Town Meeting Warrant and the appointment of a Town Assessor. The board will also discuss potential ARPA projects and dog waste complaints.

• Vote to appoint Amanda Robinson as Town Assessor
• Vote to approve Common Vic License for What the Taco at 1 Industrial Drive
• Vote to approve Southcoast Public Health Collaborative Inter-Municipal Agreement
• Vote to approve Road Opening Permit for Eversource Energy at 3 Main Street
• Vote to accept the resignation of Harbormaster Jamie Mcintosh

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will meet to review water treatment plant operations and project updates. The body will also address the appointment of a new District Treasurer and the auditing of financial records.

• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Appointment of New District Treasurer
• Tata & Howard Report
• Treatment Plant Operations Update
• Auditing of Financial Records

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review the FY24 budget requests for the Police and Fire departments.

• Review of FY24 Police budget request
• Review of FY24 Fire budget request

Bike Path Committee

The committee is discussing the status of the Industrial Drive project and Phase 2A and 2B of the bike path. The body is reviewing engineering timelines and funding programmed by the Capital Planning Committee.

• Phase 2A: $75,000 programmed for 2023 land takings and $3,845,000 programmed for 2024 construction
• Phase 2B: $75,000 programmed for 2025 design and $750,000 programmed for 2026 construction
• Installation of 5-inch boardwalk decking and handrails on site
• Hiring of PARE Corporation as lead engineer for Phase 2A
• Discussion of safety signage for trails

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will meet to discuss the budget for Fiscal Year 2024 and review guidelines for memorial trees. The body will also review the Tree Assessment Document and the committee's goals and charge.

• Budget for Fiscal Year 2024
• Memorial Tree Guidelines
• Tree Assessment Document
• Master Plan
• Poster Contest Update

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will conduct an in-person meeting to review reports and new business. The agenda includes a budget recap, the Director's annual report, and a review of the by-laws.

• Budget Recap
• Director’s Report and Annual Report
• By-Law Review

Agricultural Commission

This meeting of the Mattapoisett Agricultural Commission has been cancelled or postponed. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business and review requests for tax exemptions and abatements. The board will also hold an executive session for an assessor performance evaluation.

• Review of tax exemptions
• Review of tax abatements
• Assessor performance evaluation

Planning Board

The Mattapoisett Planning Board will hold a public hearing continued from October 2022 for a site plan review of a 198.8+ kW solar installation at 156 Acushnet Road. They will also review a definitive subdivision plan for Bay Club Drive. The board will vote on the 2023 meeting schedule and handle routine items.

• Continued site plan review for 198.8+ kW solar installation at 156 Acushnet Road
• Form C Definitive Subdivision Plan for Bay Club Drive (Map 27, Lots 401, 402, 304)
• Vote to approve the 2023 meeting schedule

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review budget requests for the 2024 fiscal year. The discussion will focus on three specific town departments.

• FY24 budget request review: Highway Department
• FY24 budget request review: Water/Sewer Department
• FY24 budget request review: Health Department

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the commemorative brick program and the historic plaque program. The agenda also includes routine reports from the secretary and treasurer, and time for matters not otherwise anticipated.

• Commemorative brick program update
• Historic plaque program discussion

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on a 20-acre aquaculture license expansion for Blue Stream and the Annual Event List. The board will also consider appointments for a Civilian Paramedic and Plumbing Inspector. Discussion items include the Draft Master Plan, Warrant Articles, and the Broadband Study Committee.

• Vote on 20-acre aquaculture license expansion for Blue Stream
• Vote to approve Annual Event List
• Appointment of Thomas Simpson as Civilian Paramedic
• Appointment of Norman Lussier as Plumbing Inspector
• Review of Draft Master Plan with SRPEDD and Planning Board

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a work session to review budget requests from several town departments. The review includes the Fire Department, Police Department, Water/Sewer, Recreation, Waterfront, and Town Hall.

• Fire Department budget request review
• Police Department budget request review
• Water/Sewer budget request review
• Recreation budget request review
• Waterfront and Town Hall budget request reviews

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for new and continued project applications. The body is reviewing requests for residential construction, a 12-lot cluster subdivision, and town road reconstruction.

• Notice of Intent for a 12-lot cluster subdivision with 571-LF of roadway at Bay Club Drive
• Notice of Intent for the Town of Mattapoisett Select Board to reconstruct Old Slough Road from Bowman Road to Angelica Avenue
• Notice of Intent for a single-family dwelling at Laurel Street
• Request for Determination of Applicability for a 10x14 garden shed at 17 Main Street
• Request for an Extension Permit of Order of Conditions at Mahoney’s Lane

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Act Committee is meeting to discuss funding requests for the 2024 fiscal year. The committee will review requests from several local organizations and determine if additional information is needed before voting.

• FY2024 request: Historical Commission
• FY2024 request: American Legion
• FY2024 request: Mattapoisett Christian Church
• FY2024 request: Mattapoisett Housing Authority
• FY2024 request: MRVWD land purchase

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates on the Long Wharf reconstruction project, public review status of harbor rules revisions, and dredging at Holmes/Freddie Brownell. They will also set the schedule and public notice for the start of the season and hear the Harbormaster's update.

• Long Wharf Reconstruction update
• Harbor Rules revisions public review status
• Holmes/Freddie Brownell (Long Wharf) dredging update
• Schedule and public notice for start of season
• Harbormaster's update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two special permit applications. The first is from Mattapoisett Boat Yard to construct an 80ft x 131.33ft commercial marine building at 32-34 Ned's Point Road. The second is from Jennifer Jean Mello to create a family-related apartment at 39 Marion Road.

• Special permit for 80ft x 131.33ft commercial marine building at 32-34 Ned's Point Road (Case #1509)
• Special permit for family-related apartment at 39 Marion Road (Case #1510)

Finance Committee

The Town Administrator and Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY24 budget and review the budget timeline. The committee will also examine drafts of the Capital Plan and the early townwide budget.

• Discussion of FY24 Budget
• Review of Budget Timeline
• Review of Capital Plan and Early Townwide Budget drafts
• Setting of Finance Committee meeting schedule

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review several revised site plans for properties on Aucoot Road, Reservation Road, and North Street. The meeting also includes a review of the 2024 budget and approval of previous minutes.

• Review revised plans for 120.A Aucoot Road
• Review revised plans for Map 11 Lot 85 Reservation Road
• Review plan for 19.A North St
• Review plan for Bay Club at Mattapoisett definitive cluster subdivision
• Review of 2024 Budget

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees is meeting to review several library policies and discuss the formation of a strategic plan committee. The meeting includes reports from the Treasurer, Director, and the Friends of the Mattapoisett Library.

• Review of Media Lab Policy
• Review of Meeting Room Policy
• Review of Behavior Policy
• Review of Safe Child Policy
• Discussion of forming a strategic plan committee

Select Board

The Select Board is holding a work session to review budget requests. The discussion will cover funding needs for several municipal departments and enterprise funds.

• Water/Sewer Enterprise Funds budget review
• Highway Department budget review
• Town Library budget review
• Board of Health budget review
• Council of Aging budget review

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will meet to receive updates on water treatment plant operations and upgrades. The body will also discuss a water class action lawsuit and review the Treasurer's report on invoices.

• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Water Class Action Lawsuit
• Treatment Plant Operations Update
• Treasurer’s Report regarding invoices
• Tata & Howard Report

Select Board

The Select Board will hold executive sessions to discuss personnel matters and litigation strategy regarding Old Slough Road and federal multidistrict litigation. The open session includes updates on Childs and Long Wharf and bid documents for a Shipyard Park concession stand.

• Litigation strategy regarding Old Slough Road
• Federal Multidistrict Litigation vs. CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Teva, and Allergan
• Bid documents for concession stand at Shipyard Park
• Updates on Childs and Long Wharf
• Annual Town Report 2021

Conservation Commission

The Mattapoisett Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three new Notices of Intent for work within wetland buffer zones, including a porch/deck expansion at 15 Fieldstone Drive, grading for a new home on Beechwood Road, and a new dwelling at 107 County Road. The commission will also continue hearings on a garage at 4 Grove Avenue and the town's Old Slough Road reconstruction, and consider a certificate of compliance and a plan change request.

• New NOI: 15 Fieldstone Drive – porch/deck expansion and lawn grading within 100' of a bordering vegetated wetland
• New NOI: Beechwood Road – fill and grading within wetland buffer for new single-family home construction
• New NOI: 107 County Road – construction of a single-family dwelling
• Continued NOI: Old Slough Road reconstruction from Bowman Road to Angelica Avenue (continued to Feb 27)
• Request to change plan of record: 12A Aucoot Road

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to conduct interviews with two applicants. The body will also review minutes from the January 31, 2023 meeting.

• Applicant interview: Mattapoisett Housing Authority
• Applicant interview: Mattapoisett River Valley

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will meet to review reports and provide updates on specific programs. The body is discussing the status of commemorative bricks, grant applications, and the historic plaque program.

• Commemorative brick update
• Grant application update
• Historic plaque program

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will meet to discuss the master plan and budget for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2023 and Fiscal Year 2024. The body will also review memorial tree sites and guidelines.

• Appointment of Jan Brodie
• Budget for remainder of Fiscal Year 2023 and Fiscal Year 2024
• Memorial Tree Sites and Guidelines
• Master Plan
• Tree Assessment Document and Road Project Updates

Board of Assessors

This meeting of the Board of Assessors has been cancelled or postponed. The agenda included general business, abatements, exemptions, a Chapter Land Partial Lien Release for Randall Lane LLC, and an executive session on personnel. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

• Chapter Land Partial Lien Release: Randall Lane LLC
• Executive Session: Personnel

Planning Board

The Mattapoisett Planning Board will meet on February 6, 2023, to continue a site plan review for a 198.8+ kW solar project at 156 Acushnet Road, consider releasing funds for Shagbark Circle, and vote on the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Continued site plan review for a 198.8+ kW solar installation at 156 Acushnet Road
• Request to release 53G funds for Dennis Mahoney regarding Shagbark Circle at Bay Club
• Vote to approve the 2023 meeting schedule

Council on Aging

The Mattapoisett Council on Aging is meeting to review and wrap up goals from 2022 and consider a potential new board member. The agenda also includes standard reports on the secretary, budget, director, and outreach. No major decisions or financial actions are listed.

• Review and wrap-up of goals from 2022
• Potential board member for consideration

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Act Committee will meet to review applications for funding. The session includes scheduled interviews with three separate organizations.

• Applicant interview: Historical Commission
• Applicant interview: Mattapoisett Christian Church
• Applicant interview: Florence Eastman American Legion Post 280

ORR District School Committee

The Commission will review updates regarding the WTP Upgrades Project and the Tata & Howard Report. The body will also address the appointment of a new District Treasurer and the auditing of financial records.

• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Tata & Howard Report
• Appointment of New District Treasurer
• Arranging auditing of financial records
• Treatment Plant Operations Update

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on the Long Wharf reconstruction and dredging at Holmes/Freddie Brownell. The board will also review the status of harbor rules revisions and receive a report from the Harbormaster.

• Long Wharf Reconstruction update with BOS/Designer
• Harbor Rules revisions status
• Holmes/Freddie Brownell (Long Wharf) dredging update
• Harbormaster's update

Select Board

The Select Board will hold an executive session to discuss legal strategy regarding potential litigation. The open session consists of the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence.

• Executive session regarding potential litigation for 41 River Road
• Executive session regarding the Re-Opening of Old Slough Road

Conservation Commission

The Mattapoisett Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Notices of Intent: one for reconstruction of marine buildings destroyed by fire at 32-34 Ned's Point Road, and another for construction of a 2-story accessory garage at 4 Grove Avenue. The commission will also consider a request for an extension of an Order of Conditions for work on Mahoney's Lane, continued to February 13, 2023. Other business includes an emergency certification for sea wall repairs at the foot of Wendell Street and multiple enforcement orders and complaints.

• SE44-1485: Notice of Intent by Mattapoisett Boatyard, Inc. for reconstruction of marine buildings at 32-34 Ned's Point Road (Map 7, Lot 120)
• SE44-: Notice of Intent by Kenneth G. and Elizabeth F. Ackerman for construction of a 2-story accessory garage at 4 Grove Avenue (Map 6, Lot 53)
• SE44-1284: Request for Extension Permit of Order of Conditions by David McIntire on Mahoney's Lane (Map 10, Lot 54), continued to February 13, 2023
• Emergency Certification for sea wall repairs at foot of Wendell Street off Angelica Avenue (1/9/2023)
• Multiple enforcement orders and complaints on properties including 11 Meadowbrook Lane, 6 Dupont Drive, 41 Cove Street, and others

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review the FY24 Budget draft and discuss library policies. The meeting includes a scheduled vote on the Collection Development policy.

• Vote on Collection Development policy
• Review of FY24 Budget draft
• Discussion of Library Programming and Display Policy draft
• Discussion of Reconsideration Policy draft

Board of Assessors

The agenda for this meeting contains only placeholder items (General Business, Abatements, Exemptions) and no substantive business. The meeting was cancelled or postponed, as indicated by the blank line under 'CANCELLED/POSTPONED TO'.

• Meeting cancelled or postponed; no date provided for rescheduling
• Agenda contains only generic headings with no specific items

Bike Path Committee

The committee is reviewing the status of bike path projects, including the hiring of PARE Corporation as lead engineer for Phase 2A. Members are discussing the allocation of funds and the potential use of unused money from a $500,000 transportation Bond Bill for Phase 2B to support Phase 2A design.

• Appointment of PARE Corporation as lead engineer for Phase 2A
• Status of $500,000 transportation Bond Bill for Phase 2B
• Installation of 5-inch boardwalk decking and handrails
• Partial opening of Phase 1B at the marsh crossing
• Coordination with DOT Project Manager Mike Trepanier regarding TIP money

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will meet on January 11, 2023, via Zoom to discuss memorial tree guidelines, a street project, a tree warden update, and the master plan. No decisions or votes are recorded in the agenda.

• Memorial tree guidelines discussion
• Street project discussion
• Tree warden update
• Master plan discussion

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review reports regarding the budget, director, and outreach. The board is scheduled to vote on potential new board members.

• Vote on potential board members
• Budget recap report

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

The Commission will review the December 13, 2022, meeting minutes and the Treasurer's report on invoices. The agenda includes an update on the WTP Upgrades Project and a discussion regarding a cell tower.

• WTP Upgrades Project Update
• Tata & Howard Report review
• Cell Tower Discussion
• Review of Treasurer's Report invoices

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on several action items, including the sale of the Old Fire Station, an inclement weather policy, 2023 aquaculture licenses, and a letter to the DEP on Title V changes. They will also appoint members to the Holy Ghost Reuse Committee and discuss an economic development incentive request from the Mattapoisett Boat Yard, a school building project presentation, and Eversource's winter work proposal.

• Vote to approve sale of Old Fire Station
• Vote to approve 2023 Aquaculture Licenses
• Appointment of five members to Holy Ghost Reuse Committee
• Mattapoisett Boat Yard request for Economic Development Incentive Program
• Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School building project presentation

Housing Authority

The MHA Board of Commissioners will review and approve November 2022 minutes, warrants, and financial reports including the FYE 9/30/2023 budget and a management agreement amendment. Updates will be given on property maintenance, community room blinds, bench replacement, and ongoing projects for a power backup generator, mini-split system, and common hallway. The board will also discuss a personnel policy update and consider a tenant letter.

• Review of Management Agreement Amendment
• Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP) for 9/30/2022
• Power Backup Generator Update
• Mini-split project update
• Personnel Policy Update

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review new and continued Notices of Intent for residential and municipal projects. The body will also consider several requests for Certificates of Compliance and discuss enforcement complaints.

• Notice of Intent for the Town to reconstruct Old Slough Road from Bowman Road to Angelica Avenue
• Notice of Intent for driveway widening and subsurface recharge system at 25 Main Street
• Continued Notice of Intent for parking area and path relocation at 7 Cove Street
• Continued Notice of Intent for marina improvements and expansion at 21 Dupont Drive
• Certificates of Compliance for 16 Howard Beach, 3 Angelica Ave, 2 Brandt Island Road, 124 Aucoot Road, and Lot 121 Split Rock Lane