Mattapoisett public meetings in 2024

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for new and continued Notices of Intent. The body will also review requests for field changes and certificates of compliance for several residential properties.

• Notice of Intent for beach nourishment and site maintenance at 36 Cove Street
• Notice of Intent to replace a sewage disposal system at 9 River Road
• Continued Notice of Intent for a single-family dwelling and site work at 0 Grand Avenue
• Request for Minor Field Change at 41 Cove Street
• Requests for Certificates of Compliance at 21 Fieldstone Drive and 41 Cove Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three applications: two special permits for decks that violate setback requirements, and one variance to convert an existing garage into expanded living space.

• 32 Barstow Street: special permit for a 14x20 ft deck not meeting setbacks
• 7 Nashawena Road: special permit for a 9 ft 17 in x 16 ft post-supported deck not meeting setbacks
• 2 Shipyard Lane: variance to convert an existing garage into expanded living space

Library Trustees

The Mattapoisett Free Public Library Board of Trustees will meet for a routine agenda including approval of prior minutes, treasurer's and director's reports, updates from the Friends of the Library and a search committee, and old/new business.

Select Board

The Mattapoisett Select Board will hold a public hearing on December 19, 2024, to consider a new All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premise License application from What the Taco, Inc. at 20 County Road. Manager of record is Madison Miedzionoski.

• Public hearing for new all-alcohol on-premise license for What the Taco, Inc., 20 County Road, Mattapoisett
• Manager of record: Madison Miedzionoski

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on an application from What the Taco, Inc. for a new all-alcoholic-beverages on-premise license at 20 County Road. This is the only action item on the agenda; the remainder of the meeting consists of routine opening ceremonies.

• Public hearing: Application of What the Taco, Inc. for a new All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premise License at 20 County Road

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water/Sewer Commissioners will hold a meeting with a sparse agenda. Items include acceptance of prior meeting minutes, correspondence, and discussion of several properties (Oakland Street, Bay Club Lot, Old Slough Road Lot) and a sewer stub. No detailed proposals or dollar amounts are provided in the agenda.

• Accept minutes of October 16 and December 4, 2024 meetings
• Correspondence item
• Oakland Street discussion
• Bay Club Lot discussion
• Sewer stub 512.0/0048.0 discussion

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will vote on the resignation of Beverly Baccelli and the appointment of a new Chair. The body will also receive a presentation from the Massachusetts Office on Disability and assign sections of a transition plan for review.

• Vote to accept resignation of Beverly Baccelli as Chair
• Vote to appoint Chair of the Commission
• Presentation from Massachusetts Office on Disability
• Assignment of Transition Plan sections for member review

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several expenditures using ARPA funding for town departments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a liquor license transfer and a discussion on public meeting space in town buildings.

• Vote on $109,109 in ARPA funding for replacement of Town servers
• Vote on $85,000 in ARPA funding for Highway and Water/Sewer radio equipment
• Public hearing for Liquor License Transfer for Mattapoisett Liquors
• Vote on $8,170 in ARPA funding for AED supplies
• Discussion and possible vote on a moratorium on public meeting space in Town Buildings

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review monthly reports, betterment payoffs, and rollback taxes. The board will hold an executive session to discuss tax abatements and review 22E Veteran 100% and 41C Senior exemptions.

• Tax abatements
• Betterment payoffs
• Chapter Land rollback taxes
• 22E Veteran 100% exemptions
• 41C Senior exemptions

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a draft by-law and regulations regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The meeting includes a presentation on the Hazard Mitigation Plan and a discussion on stone wall repairs at Hammond Cemetery.

• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Unit Draft By-law and Regulations
• Hazard Mitigation Plan presentation by Tighe & Bond
• Hammond Cemetery (Map 17 Lot 72) stone wall rebuild and tree removal by Eversource

Library Trustees

The Mattapoisett Free Public Library Board of Library Trustees Search Sub-Committee is meeting to review materials from the last director search and consider possible search firms to assist with the current search. This is a working meeting focused on the hiring process, with no votes on the director position itself.

• Review of materials from the previous library director search process
• Consideration of possible search firms to conduct the new director search
• Scheduling of the next meeting date and agenda

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee. The agenda includes approving previous minutes, a treasurer's report with invoices, and reviewing annual calendar items such as the notice of assessment and annual report. Updates from the MRV Regional Meeting of Water Officials and a report from Tata & Howard are also scheduled.

• Review and approval of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report and invoices
• Annual Calendar – Notice of Assessment and Annual Report
• Tata & Howard report

Mattapoisett School Committee

The Mattapoisett Budget Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the FY26 budget with school administration. This is a focused session to review financial recommendations for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Discussion of FY26 Mattapoisett budget

Capital Planning Committee

The committee will organize for 2025 and review capital requests submitted for fiscal year 2026. Members will also discuss the status of major expenses outside the normal budget process.

• Review of FY 2026 Capital requests
• Status of Wharf repair expenses
• Status of Town Hall expenses
• Status of Vocational School expenses
• Status of ORR plans expenses

Conservation Commission

The Mattapoisett Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several wetland and coastal resource applications. A continued hearing concerns rebuilding a residence on a barrier beach at 20 Cove Street within FEMA flood zone VE. New hearings include tree removal at 7 Hollywoods Road and construction of single-family dwellings on Grand Avenue and Mattapoisett Neck Road. The commission will also consider requests for certificates of compliance for properties on Shagbark Circle and Fieldstone Drive.

• Continued public hearing: rebuild of residence on barrier beach at 20 Cove Street (James M. DePierre)
• New public hearing: single-family dwelling on Grand Avenue (Eric Smith)
• New public hearing: single-family dwelling at 39 Mattapoisett Neck Road (Thomas Holt)
• New request for determination: tree removal at 7 Hollywoods Road (Colin Labrie)
• Requests for certificates of compliance for Shagbark Circle and Fieldstone Drive

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will meet to receive reports and discuss several items including a survey update, a Community Preservation Committee (CPC) grant, a plaque for Grange Hall, and a panel for Center School. The agenda is procedural with no votes or decisions indicated.

• Survey update
• CPC Grant discussion
• Grange Hall Plaque
• Center School Panel

Center School and OHS School Council

The Center School and Old Hammondtown School Council will meet to review the proposed 2024-2026 School Improvement Plan, approve previous meeting minutes, and discuss upcoming school events and field trips. The meeting is procedural with no major financial decisions.

• Review of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Assignment of notetaker for the meeting
• Review of the 2024-2026 Mattapoisett School Improvement Plan
• Discussion of upcoming school events and field trips
• Future meeting dates scheduled: Feb. 6, Mar. 6, Apr. 3, May 1, 2025

Council on Aging

The Mattapoisett Council on Aging will hold a regular meeting to hear reports, discuss a transportation vehicle grant update, and consider new business items including a volunteer review for the Clerk 2 position, a new vendor for Meals on Wheels and congregate meals, and initial planning for the FY2026 budget. No votes or decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Transportation Vehicle Grant Update
• Clerk 2 Position: Review Volunteers
• New Vendor: Meals on Wheels & Congregate Meals
• FY2026 Budget Planning

Water & Sewer Commissioners

This is a routine meeting of the Mattapoisett Water & Sewer Commissioners. The agenda includes accepting prior minutes, reviewing correspondence, and discussing several property-specific items such as a sewer stub and a list of abatements. No major policy changes or funding decisions are indicated.

• Abatements for accounts 03450, 00352, 00005, 01011, 02707, 00469
• Sewer stub at parcel 512.0/0048.0
• Discussion of a new building
• Oakland Street project
• Bay Club and Old Slough Road lots

Cemetery / Memorial Advisory Committee

The Cemetery/Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee will vote to approve previous meeting minutes and hear reports from the comptroller and the memorial brick and bench committee. Discussions will cover updates on CPA committee interviews, future cemetery maintenance, a SAR dedication, and memorial brick installation at Tinkham Pond Mills.

• Vote to accept minutes of previous meeting
• Comptroller's report
• Memorial brick and bench committee report
• Update on CPA committee interviews
• Discussion on future cemetery maintenance

Select Board

The Select Board and Board of Assessors will hold a joint public hearing to allocate the local property tax levy among the five property classes for Fiscal Year 2025. Interested taxpayers may submit oral or written comments.

• Public hearing on allocating the FY2025 property tax levy across five property classes

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing on the FY25 Tax Classification, vote to accept a resignation from the Disability Commission, accept a donation from the Mattapoisett Land Trust, and approve 2024 Annual Licenses.

• Public hearing on FY25 Tax Classification
• Vote to accept resignation of Stanely Cornwall from Disability Commission
• Vote to accept donation from Mattapoisett Land Trust for holiday buoy tree and MLT 50th Anniversary
• Vote to approve and sign all 2024 Annual Licenses

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold an informal meeting regarding work at Hammond Cemetery. The board will also receive a Hazard Mitigation Plan presentation from Tighe & Bond.

• Hammond Cemetery (Map 17 Lot 72): rebuild approximately 50 ft of stone wall and removal of 4 trees and stumps by Eversource
• Hazard Mitigation Plan presentation by Tighe & Bond

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review applications submitted for the FY2026 funding cycle and organize interview sessions. The board will also approve minutes from the November 18 meeting and finalize the meeting and interview calendar.

• Review applications for FY2026 cycle
• Organize interview sessions for applicants
• Approve minutes of November 18, 2024 meeting
• Set meeting and interview calendar

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will meet to review the Long Wharf Project and discuss the Waterfront Management Plan Public Access Review. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and handle any new business. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the meeting focuses on discussion and review.

• Long Wharf Project Review (15-minute discussion)
• Waterfront Management Plan Public Access Review (10-minute discussion)

Conservation Commission

The November 25, 2024 meeting of the Mattapoisett Conservation Commission has been cancelled. No public hearings, discussions, or decisions will take place. The next scheduled meetings are December 9 and December 23, 2024.

Cultural Council

This is the annual voting meeting of the Mattapoisett Cultural Council, where they will approve prior minutes, review financial reports, discuss old business including encumbered funds, and take up new business such as conflicts of interest, local grant guidelines, and the actual granting of funds. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main action being the approval of grant awards.

• Approval of minutes from Dec 2023 and July 2024
• Financial report and encumbered funds discussion
• Conflict of interest review
• Local grant guidelines and priorities
• Granting of funds (amounts not specified)

Mattapoisett School Committee

The Mattapoisett Budget Subcommittee will meet to discuss the FY26 school budget with school administration. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; it is solely a discussion item.

• Discussion of the FY26 Mattapoisett budget with school administration

Mattapoisett School Committee

The Mattapoisett School Committee will vote on approving minutes and two PTA donations, and hear a presentation on MCAS results. They will review a draft school calendar for 2025-2026 and receive financial, food service, and facilities reports. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining and real property matters.

• Approval of PTA donation of $1,019.86 for a Grade 3 field trip to Plimoth Patuxet Museums
• Approval of PTA donation of $325.00 for a New Bedford Ballet K-3 assembly
• Presentation on MCAS results from administration
• Review of draft 2025-2026 school calendar
• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy and real property discussion

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three applications: a special permit for a deck at 32 Barstow Street, a special permit for a deck at 7 Nashawena Road, and a variance to convert a garage into living space at 2 Shipyard Lane. All items involve requests to deviate from setback requirements or use regulations.

• Case #1552: Special permit for 14x20 deck at 32 Barstow St (setback variance)
• Case #1553: Special permit for 9'17"x16 deck at 7 Nashawena Rd (setback variance)
• Case #1554: Variance to convert existing garage into expanded living space at 2 Shipyard Lane

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to establish a search committee and review the legal responsibilities of the board under MGL Chapter 78. The meeting includes a treasurer's report and an update from the Friends of the Library.

• Establishment of Search Committee
• Review of Board responsibilities per MGL Chapter 78, Sections 10-12, 33 & 34
• Executive Session regarding collective bargaining or litigation

Board of Assessors

This meeting of the Mattapoisett Board of Assessors was cancelled or postponed. No decisions or discussions took place. The agenda had included approval of minutes, monthly reports, abatements, a betterment payoff, and executive sessions for confidential tax abatement discussions and negotiations with nonunion personnel.

• Meeting cancelled/postponed
• Originally planned: minute approval, monthly reports, abatements, betterment payoff
• Executive session to discuss tax abatements under M.G.L. c. 59, § 60
• Executive session for strategy sessions on negotiations with nonunion personnel

Planning Board

The Mattapoisett Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment to add an Accessory Dwelling Unit By-law. The board will also review three approval-not-required applications for residential lots at 83 Angelica Avenue, 5-5R Meadowbrook Lane, and 7 Holly Woods Road.

• Continued Public Hearing — Proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit By-law
• Approval Not Required — 83 Angelica Avenue, Map 2 Lot 159
• Approval Not Required — 5-5R Meadowbrook Lane, Map 13 Lot 19
• Approval Not Required — 7 Holly Woods Road, Map 3 Lots 161 & 161.A

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review minutes and current CPA fund balances. They will conduct a first pass on applications received for FY2026 consideration, including proposals from the Historical Commission, Mattapoisett Museum, Cemetery Restoration, Florence Eastman Post, and the Community Garden at OHTS.

• Review of minutes from November 4, 2024
• Review of current CPA fund balances
• First pass on FY2026 applications: Historical Commission, Mattapoisett Museum, Cemetery Restoration, Florence Eastman Post, Community Garden at OHTS
• Discussion of meeting schedule

Board of Registrars

The Mattapoisett Board of Registrars is meeting to count certain ballots that arrived after election day. The sole item on the agenda is this ballot counting task.

• Count certain ballots received since election day

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to count and process court ballots, federal write-in ballots, and absentee ballots received since the close of polls. The meeting is procedural and follows standard post-election procedures.

• Court ballots received since close of polls
• Federal write-in ballots (FLABS)
• Absentee ballot review

Tree Committee

The Mattapoisett Tree Committee is meeting to discuss fall tree plantings, communications regarding Tree City designation, and updates from the Tree Warden. The committee will also review its website and address vacancies for committee members and chair.

• Fall tree plantings planning
• Tree City communications and updates
• Tree Warden updates on removals and maintenance
• Community update on tree-related matters
• Committee member and chair openings

Bike Path Committee

The Mattapoisett Bike Path Committee will read minutes, discuss ongoing phases, and vote. Key focus is Phase 2A, where PARE Corporation's updated drawings face a negative response from the state regarding inclusion of questions in the 25% plans. The committee will also receive updates on grants, new member Bonne DeSousa, insurance, permitting, and signage coordination.

• Phase 2A: PARE Corporation updating drawings; negative response from DOT on submitted questions for 25% plans
• Phase 1A&B: Bronze plaque placement determined by Highway Dept. and Renee/Garret Bauer
• Phase 1A&B: Bill Emmons and Friends of Mattapoisett Rail Trail pursuing signage
• Committee informational updates on grants, construction costs, insurance, and permitting
• New member Bonne DeSousa introduced

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee. The committee will review and approve minutes from the October 10 meeting, hear a treasurer's report on invoices, receive updates from the Regional Meeting of Water Officials, discuss Rochester water monitoring, and review a report from Tata & Howard.

• Review and approve minutes of October 10, 2024 meeting
• Treasurer’s Report — Invoices
• MRV Regional Meeting of Water Officials Update
• Rochester Water Monitoring
• Tata & Howard Report

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four new Notices of Intent for residential construction in wetland buffer zones, including a barrier beach rebuild in a flood zone. The board will also consider a request for an extension of conditions for a solar project on Randall Lane and a certificate of compliance for a property on Pine Island Road.

• New NOI: 12 Centre Drive – additions and septic repair (Calabro)
• New NOI: 20 Cove Street – raze and rebuild on barrier beach in FEMA Zone VE floodplain (DePierre)
• New NOI: 0 Foster Street – new dwelling within wetland buffer (Lawrence)
• New NOI: Park Place – residential lot development (Medeiros)
• Request for extension: Randall Lane Solar, LLC (29 Randall Lane)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a trailer permit and a Common Vic License for Wyandotte Farm. The board will also hear a request from Eversource to install conduit on Foster Street and review an ADA transition plan with the Disability Commission.

• Public hearing for Eversource to install 42’ of conduit in Foster Street for 7 Foster Street
• Vote on Common Vic License for Wyandotte Farm at 84 North Street
• Request from Charles Hiller Jr. for a trailer permit
• Appointment of Tyler Hathaway to the Conservation Commission
• Appointment of Pam Haznar to the South Coast Bikeway Alliance

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission is holding a joint meeting with the Select Board to attend a presentation by the Institute for Human Centered Design on the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. This is a discussion and information session, not a voting meeting.

• Joint meeting with Select Board for presentation on ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan by Institute for Human Centered Design

Agricultural Commission

The Mattapoisett Agricultural Commission meeting agenda for November 12, 2024, consists solely of a notice of meeting with no specific agenda items listed. The document includes fields for cancellation or postponement, both left blank. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed.

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission is meeting to discuss routine business including a survey update, a Community Preservation Committee (CPC) grant, and updates on the Herring Weir Panel, Center School Panel, and Grange Hall National Register plaque. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda consists of reports and discussions.

• Survey update
• CPC Grant (Community Preservation Committee)
• Herring Weir Panel discussion
• Center School Panel discussion
• Grange Hall NR Plaque (National Register)

Center School and OHS School Council

The Center School and Old Hammondtown School Council will meet to review council responsibilities, set meeting dates for the school year, assign a notetaker, and discuss the Mattapoisett School Improvement Plan for 2024-2026. The meeting is procedural with no votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Review of 2024-2026 Mattapoisett School Improvement Plan
• Setting meeting dates for Dec. 5, 2024 through May 1, 2025
• Assigning a notetaker for future meetings
• Review of School Council responsibilities

Library Trustees

The Mattapoisett Free Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to review their official responsibilities under state law (MGL Chapter 78, Sections 10-12, 33 and 34) and discuss the use of the library meeting room. No votes or decisions are on the agenda.

• Review of Board of Library Trustees responsibilities per MGL Chapter 78
• Discussion of meeting room use policy

Scholarship Committee

The Mattapoisett Scholarship Committee will meet to discuss the current status of available funds and strategies to raise additional money. The agenda includes reviewing tax-based enhancement options and potential outside appeals for fundraising.

• Review of current scholarship fund balance
• Discussion on enhancing funds via tax method
• Exploration of outside appeals for additional funding

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review budget and director reports. The board is scheduled to discuss a transportation vehicle grant and seasonal community support options including the Giving Tree.

• Transportation Vehicle Grant
• Budget Recap
• Dignity Alliance and Disability Law Center discussion
• Giving Tree or other seasonal community support

Planning Board

The Mattapoisett Planning Board will hold a public hearing for the Tree Warden to consider authorizing the cutting and removal of four trees at three addresses. The trees include a Norway Maple (17.5" DBH) at 27-29 Peal Street, a Green Ash (21" DBH) at 9 Church Street, and two Norway Maples (20" DBH each) at 14 Hammond Street. The hearing is at 7:00 PM on November 4, 2024 at Town Hall and via Zoom, under MGL Chapter 87, Sections 3-5.

• Remove Norway Maple Tree DBH 17.5" at 27-29 Peal Street
• Remove Green Ash Tree DBH 21" at 9 Church Street
• Remove two Norway Maple Trees DBH 20" at 14 Hammond Street
• Public hearing under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 87, Sections 3-5
• Meeting available in person and via Zoom

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee will receive and distribute fund requests for fiscal year 2026. Members will also establish a meeting schedule and a process for reviewing and reporting on applications.

• Review and approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Distribution of FY2026 CPA fund requests received to date
• Establishment of the CPA season meeting schedule
• Agreement on application review and reporting process

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a scenic road tree removal application by the Highway Department to remove four trees (one Norway maple, one green ash, two Norway maples) at 27-29 Peal Street, 9 Church Street, and 14 Hammond Street. The board will also review minutes from October 21, 2024, and discuss general business.

• Public hearing for scenic road tree removal: Norway maple DBH 17.5", green ash DBH 21", two Norway maples DBH 20" at 27-29 Peal, 9 Church, 14 Hammond Sts.
• Applicant: Garrett Bauer / Mattapoisett Highway Department, Rep: Kenneth Motta / Field Engineering
• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for November 18, 2024

Cemetery / Memorial Advisory Committee

The Cemetery/Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee will vote on appropriating funds to place wreaths on graves for Veterans Day and discuss a Community Preservation Act (CPA) grant application with a filing deadline of November 6, 2024. The committee will also vote to accept previous meeting minutes, hear the comptroller's report, and receive an update on memorial bricks and benches.

• Vote to accept minutes of the previous meeting
• Comptroller's report
• Memorial brick and benches report
• Discussion on CPA grant application (deadline 11-06-24)
• Vote on appropriating funds for wreaths on graves for Veterans Day

Select Board

The Select Board will hold an executive session to strategize negotiations with nonunion personnel including the Fire Chief, COA Director, and Natural Resource Officer. In open session, the board will vote on opening the bay scallop season for commercial and recreational fishing with specific dates and areas, accept a donation of plaques from the Friends of the Mattapoisett Rail Trail, and consider a right of first refusal on approximately 6.1 acres of agricultural land. A presentation from Childs Engineering on the Long Wharf Project is also scheduled for discussion.

• Vote to open bay scallop season on October 15 (Outer Harbor commercial/recreational; Inner Harbor and Brandt Island Cove recreational only) and November 1 (all areas commercial/recreational)
• Vote to accept donation of plaques from Friends of the Mattapoisett Rail Trail
• Vote on right of first refusal for approximately 6.1 acres of agricultural land (Map 18 Lots 14, 15C, 40) under M.G.L. Ch 61A
• Presentation from Childs Engineering on Long Wharf Project
• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy with nonunion personnel (Fire Chief, COA Director, Natural Resource Officer)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Town of Mattapoisett Zoning By-laws to add an Accessory Dwelling Unit By-law. The board will also review minutes, discuss general items, and set the next meeting date.

• Public hearing on proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit By-law amendment to zoning by-laws

Planning Board

The Mattapoisett Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Zoning By-laws to create an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) by-law, as allowed under state law. The draft defines ADUs as self-contained units up to 900 sq ft or half the principal dwelling's size, allows one ADU by right in all residential districts with conditions, and permits additional ADUs by special permit.

• Public hearing on proposed ADU by-law amendment
• ADU definition: self-contained unit with separate entrance, max 900 sq ft or half principal dwelling floor area
• One ADU allowed by right in all residential zoning districts
• Requires one additional parking space and architectural compatibility
• Rental duration must exceed 30 continuous days; additional ADUs possible by special permit

Mattapoisett School Committee

The Mattapoisett Budget Subcommittee will meet via Zoom on October 17, 2024, to discuss the FY26 Mattapoisett school budget with school administration. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; only discussion is scheduled.

• Discussion of FY26 Mattapoisett school budget

Mattapoisett School Committee

The Mattapoisett School Committee will meet to approve minutes and vote on specific donations. The body will also receive reports on food services and facilities.

• Vote on $500 donation from Mattapoisett Land Trust to Laura Mirabito
• Vote on $5,000 donation from Theva Giving Fund to Center School
• Food Services Report from Mr. Barber
• Facilities Report from Mr. Barber
• Review of READS Collaborative Quarterly Report — September 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on October 17, 2024, to consider a variance request from John & Bridget O'Donnell Szymezuk for a 12x24-foot in-ground pool at 156 North Street that would have smaller setbacks than the bylaw allows.

• Variance request under Article 6, Table 6.5 and Section 7.2.3 of the Zoning By-Laws to permit a 12x24-foot in-ground pool with reduced setbacks at 156 North Street.

Library Trustees

The Mattapoisett Library Board of Trustees is meeting for a regular session. Agenda items include approval of minutes, treasurer and director reports, and updates from the Friends of the Library. Old business covers the strategic plan and a policy review. No new significant items are listed.

• Strategic Plan update under Old Business
• Policy Review under Old Business

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Mattapoisett Water & Sewer Commissioners are meeting to approve minutes, review correspondence, and discuss several operational matters. Topics include a new building project, Oakland Street, the Bay Club Lot, sewer capacity, and a bid from MRV. The agenda indicates a routine business session with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Accept minutes of September 27, 2024
• New Building discussion
• Oakland Street item
• Bay Club Lot discussion
• Sewer Capacity review

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will vote to appoint a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The body will also discuss its duties, goals, and the status of the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.

• Vote to organize committee leadership (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary)
• Review of Disabilities Commission duties
• Status update on ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Discussion of commission goals

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct new public hearings for a Request for Determination of Applicability and a Notice of Intent. The body will also review requests for Certificates of Compliance and a minor plan change.

• RDA for soil fabric and rip rap installation at 98 Marion Road
• NOI for invasive plant removal at Island View Avenue
• Continued ANRAD for New Leaf Energy, Inc. at Crystal Springs Road
• Certificates of Compliance for 26S Neds Point Road, 26N Neds Point Road, and 16 Hereford Hill Road
• Minor plan change request for 5 Pine Street

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes, review monthly reports, consider property tax abatements, process betterment payoffs, and handle motor vehicle excise commitment. No specific cases or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Monthly reports
• Abatements (property tax)
• Betterment payoffs
• Motor vehicle excise commitment

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

The Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition holds a full coalition meeting via Zoom to receive updates on budget, DPH, HMCC, and planner activities including training and NACCHO. The agenda consists of standard administrative items and no specific votes or new initiatives are listed.

• Budget updates to be discussed
• DPH general updates
• HMCC updates including BP1 updates and upcoming training
• Planner updates including training and NACCHO

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

The Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition Executive Committee is meeting remotely to review minutes, budget updates, and updates from the Department of Public Health and the Healthcare Preparedness Coalition. The agenda consists of routine procedural items with no specific votes or proposals noted.

• Budget updates for the coalition
• DPH general updates
• HMCC updates including BPI and upcoming training
• Planner updates including training and NACCHO

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee will meet remotely to approve prior meeting minutes, receive the treasurer's report and invoices, discuss member appointment length, and review a report from Tata & Howard. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Review and approve minutes of September 10, 2024 meeting
• Treasurer’s report and invoices
• Discussion of member appointment length
• Tata & Howard consultant report

Tree Committee

The Mattapoisett Tree Committee will meet to discuss fall tree plantings, motions regarding the arborist and committee representation, and tree warden updates on removals and maintenance. Other items include communications, bike path planting, community updates, and the committee's town website. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Fall tree plantings
• Motions on arborist and committee representation
• Tree warden updates on removals and maintenance
• Bike path planting
• Community update

Bike Path Committee

The Mattapoisett Bike Path Committee will meet to discuss ongoing items including Phase 1A & 2A, bronze plaque placement and designs for the path, and signage coordination. Updates from PARE Corporation on drawings and responses to questions submitted to the DOT are also on the agenda. The committee will cover grants, construction costs, insurance, and permitting, followed by a public comment period.

• Discussion and vote on Phase 1A & 2A progress
• Placement and fabrication of three bronze plaques for the bike path, determined by Highway Dept.
• Signage investigation by Bill Emmons and Friends of Mattapoisett Rail Trail
• PARE Corporation updating drawings; list of questions sent to DOT, Town, and Pare Engineering
• Discussion of grants, funding, construction costs, insurance, and permitting

Housing Authority

The Mattapoisett Housing Authority board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, warrants, and financial updates. They will discuss an executive director update, vacation balances, vacancies, and policies. Key action items include approval of walkway reconstruction, a sliding door replacement project funded by a HILAPP award (Project 173095), and weatherization and air source heat pumps at Homestead Court.

• Approve August/September warrants
• Financial update for July/August – approval
• Walkway reconstruction discussion
• Sliding Door Replacement – HILAPP Award Project 173095
• Homestead Court Weatherization & Air Source Heat Pumps – approval

Planning Board

The Mattapoisett Planning Board will meet on October 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM to discuss and vote on a Chapter 61B right of first refusal notification for three lots on Crystal Spring Road. The board will also review draft solar zoning bylaws and annual reports from 2022 and 2023.

• Vote on Chapter 61B right of first refusal for Crystal Spring Road, Map 18 Lots 14, 15.C, & 40 (owner: Denis Mahoney & Sons, Inc.)
• Discussion on draft solar zoning bylaws
• Review of annual reports for 2022 and 2023

Historical Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Mattapoisett Historical Commission. The agenda includes reports from the secretary and treasurer, an update on a survey, and discussion of a Herring Weir Panel. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Survey update
• Herring Weir Panel discussion
• Future projects discussion

Center School and OHS School Council

The Center School and Old Hammondtown School Council will meet to review their responsibilities, set meeting dates for the school year, assign a notetaker, and discuss the 2024-2026 Mattapoisett School Improvement Plan. The agenda is largely procedural.

• Review of School Council responsibilities
• Review of meeting dates for the 2024/2025 school year
• Assignment of a notetaker for the council
• Review of the 2024-2026 Mattapoisett School Improvement Plan

Scholarship Committee

The Mattapoisett Scholarship Committee will review current fund balances and consider strategies to raise additional funds, including enhancing the current tax method and outside appeals. Members will also discuss naming the fund after a prominent local resident and elect a chair. The meeting includes planning for the remainder of 2024 through June 2025.

• Status of available scholarship funds
• Tactics to raise funds: enhancing the current tax method and outside appeals
• Discussion on naming the fund after a prominent Mattapoisett resident
• Election of a chair for the committee
• Calendar planning for the end of 2024 through June 2025

Council on Aging

The Mattapoisett Council on Aging will hold a routine meeting with reports and updates on the budget, director, and outreach. Old business includes the outreach position, driver compensation, and a conference. New business covers vehicles and Friends' financial support. No votes or concrete decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Discussion of the Outreach Position
• Driver compensation review
• MCOA Conference update
• Vehicle-related discussion
• Friends' Financial Support discussion

Select Board

The Select Board will first hold an executive session to discuss contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, including the Town Administrator and COA Director. In open session, the board will vote on multiple ARPA-funded projects totaling $479,191, such as Water/Sewer Building Construction ($400,000) and a generator at the Housing Authority ($59,652). They will also discuss the engineered design for the Pearl Street Reconstruction Project and vote on a liquor license manager change and the election warrant.

• Vote on $400,000 in ARPA funding for Water/Sewer Building Construction
• Vote on $59,652.34 ARPA funding for generator installation at the Housing Authority
• Vote on $15,000 ARPA funding for Technology Infrastructure Upgrades
• Discuss and approve engineered design for Pearl Street Reconstruction Project with Field Engineering
• Vote to approve change of manager for What the Taco, Inc. liquor license

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Mattapoisett Water & Sewer Commissioners will meet to discuss several agenda items including a proposed sewer rate increase, infrastructure projects, and other business. The board will also accept minutes from the previous meeting and review correspondence. No specific rate or project details are provided in the agenda.

• Discussion of sewer rate increase
• Generator at Eel Pond
• New Building project
• Oakland Street work
• Bay Club Lot

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

The Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition's special executive committee will discuss and possibly vote on the use of unearmarked funds during a budget review. The meeting is remote via Zoom on September 26, 2024, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM.

• Discussion and possible vote on use of unearmarked funds under budget review

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will discuss the climate resiliency review of the Waterfront Management Plan. The board will also review the status of the Long Wharf Project.

• Waterfront Management Plan Climate Resiliency Review
• Long Wharf Project status review

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The September 25, 2024 meeting of the Mattapoisett Water and Sewer Commissioners was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place. The planned agenda included minutes approval, correspondence, and items such as generator, Eel Pond, new building, Oakland Street, Bay Club Lot, and a sewer rate increase.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four Requests for Determination of Applicability (RDA) and three Notices of Intent (NOI) for various residential and town projects. It will also continue a hearing on a Notice of Intent for a dwelling reconstruction at 5 Avenue A and an Abbreviated Notice for a resource area delineation on Crystal Springs Road. The town's proposal to install drainage manholes and pipe at the Pearl/Church intersection within a FEMA Flood Zone AE is the most consequential new item.

• Town proposes two drainage manholes and 80 LF of 12-inch drainpipe at Pearl/Church intersection in FEMA Flood Zone AE
• New septic system for 11 Shore Drive (Debra B. Ridge Trustee)
• Single-family dwelling and driveway on Rocky Hill Lane adjacent to isolated wetland (William & Kathleen Sylvia)
• Demolition of garage and tree clearing at 84 Angelica Ave for non-jurisdictional wetland determination (EMM Realty Trust)
• Residential garage construction at 32 Ocean Drive (Seth & Claudia Hankowski)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on five cases. One application seeks a special permit for an in-law suite at 10 Oakland Terrace. Four variance requests include two related to 6 Laurel Street (lot merger and building a home with less lot area/frontage), one to build a house on an existing foundation at 13 Shore Drive, and one to convey a parcel at 1 Water Street.

• Case #1546: Special permit for in-law space at 10 Oakland Terrace (Lot 62).
• Case #1547 & #1548: Variance requests for 6 Laurel Street—lot merger clarification and building a single-family dwelling with less lot area/frontage.
• Case #1549: Variance to build a single-family dwelling on existing foundation at 13 Shore Drive.
• Case #1550: Variance to convey a parcel of land at 1 Water Street to an abutter.

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Treasurer, Director, and Friends of the Library. The board is scheduled to discuss a strategic plan and a review of policies.

• Strategic Plan discussion
• Policy Review

ORCTV

The ORCTV Board of Directors will meet to review financial and director reports. The board is scheduled to discuss a bonus for Jacob and increased hours and insurance for Alyssa.

• Approval of February 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s report
• Executive Director’s report
• Discussion of Jacob bonus
• Discussion of Alyssa increased hours/insurance

Cemetery / Memorial Advisory Committee

The Cemetery/Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee is meeting to review financial reports and plan upcoming commemorative events. The body will discuss funding for grave cleaning and the Wreaths Across Mattapoisett program.

• Funding for grave cleaning via the Veterans Agents office
• Purple Heart Recognition Ceremony
• Wreaths Across Mattapoisett Program for November 11, 2024
• Availability of Community Preservation Act (CPA) monies
• Search for a full-time Secretary

Select Board

The Select Board will meet in executive session to conduct a strategy session. The discussion will focus on contract negotiations with nonunion personnel regarding the Town Administrator contract.

• Executive session to discuss Town Administrator contract

Board of Assessors

The Mattapoisett Board of Assessors will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review monthly reports, consider abatements and betterment payoffs, and discuss the Hero Act. An executive session is scheduled for strategy on nonunion personnel negotiations.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Monthly reports from assessors
• Discussion and possible action on property tax abatements
• Betterment payoff requests
• Discussion of the Hero Act (possible tax-related legislation)

Planning Board

The Mattapoisett Planning Board will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including reinstating the approval of Eldridge Estates subdivision and extending infrastructure completion time. The board will also consider a decision and covenant for Harbor Acres Lane, discuss draft by-laws for accessory dwelling units and solar installations, and vote on using SRPEDD assistance for the Open Space and Recreation Plan update.

• Approval Not Required — 0 & 7 Holly Woods Road, Map 3, Lot 161
• Discussion and action on reinstating Eldridge Estates subdivision approval and extending infrastructure completion
• Discussion and vote on decision and covenant for Harbor Acres Lane, Map 12, Lot 53
• Discussion on draft Accessory Dwelling Unit by-law
• Discussion on draft Solar by-law

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

The Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition holds a routine remote meeting on September 12, 2024, featuring budget updates, state DPH updates, HMCC and planner updates, and old/new business. No specific decisions, public hearings, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Budget updates
• DPH general updates
• HMCC updates including BPI updates and upcoming training
• Planner updates including HHAN Alert Drill and National Preparedness Month

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

This is a procedural meeting of the Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition Executive Committee. The agenda includes approval of minutes, budget updates, and reports from state and regional partners. No specific decisions or new initiatives are listed; the meeting focuses on routine operations and updates.

• Budget updates
• DPH general updates
• HMCC BP1 updates and upcoming training
• Planner updates including HHAN Alert Drill and National Preparedness Month

Mattapoisett School Committee

The Mattapoisett School Committee will vote on the 2024-2026 School Improvement Plan for Center and Old Hammondtown Schools, two donations from Shutterfly totaling $362.47, and revisions to the 2024-2025 Student Handbook. They will also hear an opening day update, financial and facilities reports, and reorganize for the 2024-2025 school year.

• Vote on 2024-2026 School Improvement Plan for Center and Old Hammondtown Schools
• Accept donations from Shutterfly: $286.35 and $76.12
• Approve revised 2024-2025 Student Handbook
• School Committee reorganization vote for 2024-2025
• Personnel changes: hires (Dr. Jaime Curley, Stephanie Wells, others), retirements (Kevin Tavares, others)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a work session to introduce new members. The committee will review the municipal budget process with the Town Administrator and discuss the schedule for future meetings.

• Introduction of new committee members
• Review of the Municipal Budget Process with Town Administrator
• Discussion of future Committee Meetings

Council on Aging

The Mattapoisett Council on Aging will meet to receive reports from staff on budget, outreach, and director updates. Old business includes discussion of the outreach position status and a website update. New business covers Medicare Open Enrollment. The agenda is primarily routine operational updates.

• Outreach position status update
• Website and public relations review
• Discussion of Medicare Open Enrollment
• Budget recap and director's report

Community Preservation Committee

The committee is meeting to review and potentially update the CPA Application and Evaluation Forms. Members will set dates for the application's distribution and return. The body will also vote on updates to the CPA Plan for submission to the Select Board.

• Review of CPA Application for possible updates
• Review of CPA Evaluation Forms for possible updates
• Setting of CPA Application posting and return dates
• Vote to accept CPA Plan updates for Select Board approval

Tree Committee

The Mattapoisett Tree Committee will discuss bike path plantings for 2024, Tree City USA signs, and fall street tree plantings. They will also receive a Tree Warden update and address a committee opening. No decisions or votes are listed; items are for discussion and planning.

• Bike path plantings, 2024
• Tree City USA Signs
• Fall Street Tree Plantings
• Tree Warden Update
• Committee Opening

Bike Path Committee

The Committee is reviewing progress on Phase 1 A&B and Phase 2A of the bike path. Members are discussing engineering updates, signage, and the installation of an infrared counter at Depot St.

• Receipt of a $202,000 Mass Trails grant for continued engineering
• Installation of an infrared counter at Depot St.
• Proposed fabrication and installation of three bronze plaques this fall
• Updating of drawings by PARE Corporation
• Coordination of signage with the Friends of Mattapoisett Rail Trail

Tri-Town Veterans Council

The Tri-Town Veterans Council, representing Rochester, Marion, and Mattapoisett, is meeting to conduct interviews. The primary purpose of the meeting is to evaluate candidates for the Administrative Assistant position.

• Interviews for Administrative Assistant position

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee will hold a remote meeting to review and approve the August 13, 2024 minutes, receive the treasurer's report and discuss invoices, fill the treasurer position, set member appointment length, plan the annual regional meeting of water officials, hold committee member elections, and receive the Tata & Howard report. Most items are routine administrative business with no major decisions expected.

• Review and approve minutes of August 13, 2024 MRVWSPAC meeting
• Treasurer's report with discussion of outstanding invoices
• Discussion on filling the Treasurer position and setting member appointment length
• Planning for the Annual Regional Meeting of Water Officials and committee elections
• Presentation of the Tata & Howard Report (water supply engineering consultant)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider spending ARPA funds on a fiber switch, Town Hall Conference Room upgrades, and staff computers. The board will also hold an executive session regarding contracts for the Treasurer/Collector, Animal Control, and COA Director.

• Vote on $12,705.25 in ARPA Funds for a fiber switch
• Vote on $30,000 in ARPA Funds for Town Hall Conference Room virtual meeting equipment
• Vote on $22,000 in ARPA Funds for staff computer upgrades
• Appointment of Diana Harlfinger to the Disability Commission
• Executive session on Treasurer/Collector, Animal Control, and COA Director contracts

Conservation Commission

The Mattapoisett Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four new requests for determinations of applicability and one new notice of intent for a single-family dwelling reconstruction. Continued hearings include a notice of intent for construction in a FEMA Flood Zone VE and an abbreviated notice of resource area delineation. The commission will also consider requests for certificate of compliance, amendments to orders of conditions, and discuss road maintenance on Cove Street.

• RDA by Lynne Moody to replace septic system at 6 North Road
• RDA by Bryan & Paula Coffey for chain link fence and grading at 0 North Road
• RDA by Ronald & Cynthia Axelrod for deck replacement and fill at 14 Shore Drive (Flood Zone VE)
• NOI by John Igoe & Ruthanne Miller for reconstruction of a single-family dwelling at 5 Avenue A
• Continued NOI by Michael Harrington for single-family dwelling construction at 9 Shore View Avenue (FEMA Flood Zone VE)

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items including reports, a survey update, and discussion of the Herring Weir Panel, historic plaques, and the Demolition Delay Bylaw. No specific votes or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Survey update
• Herring Weir Panel discussion
• Historic Plaques discussion
• Demolition Delay Bylaw discussion
• Acknowledgment of Nancy Gauvin's service

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water/Sewer Commissioners is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes, review correspondence, and discuss several items including a generator at Eel Pond, a new building, Oakland Street, Bay Club Lot, and abatement 02361. The agenda is largely procedural with no detailed descriptions for most items.

• Accept minutes of July 17, 2024 meeting
• Correspondence
• Generator at Eel Pond
• New Building
• Oakland Street

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on using $15,038 of ARPA funds for a server move project and $2,213 for Fire Station server upgrades. A public hearing is scheduled for Eversource's request to install equipment on River Road. The board will also discuss the Eversource Gas Line Project and the Main-Marion-Beacon-Water Street Project with VHB, Inc. Appointments for shared public health specialists are on the agenda.

• Vote on $15,038 ARPA funds for server move project
• Vote on $2,213 for Fire Station server upgrades
• Public hearing: Eversource request for 2 push braces and anchor on River Road
• Discussion on Eversource Gas Line Project on Fairhaven Road & Water Street
• Discussion with VHB, Inc. on Main-Marion-Beacon-Water Street Project

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on using $15,038 in ARPA funds for a server move project and $2,213 for Fire Station server upgrades. A public hearing on Eversource's request to install braces and an anchor on River Road is scheduled. The board will also discuss the Eversource gas line project on Fairhaven Road & Water Street and the Main-Marion-Beacon-Water Street project with VHB, Inc.

• Vote to approve $15,038 in ARPA funds for server move project
• Vote to approve $2,213 for Fire Station server upgrades
• Public hearing on Eversource installation of 2 push braces and 1 anchor on River Road
• Discussion on Eversource gas line project on Fairhaven Road & Water Street
• Discussion on Main-Marion-Beacon-Water Street project with VHB, Inc.

Water & Sewer Commissioners

This meeting of the Mattapoisett Water & Sewer Commissioners is largely procedural, with items including approval of previous minutes, correspondence, and discussion of several projects (Generator at Eel Pond, New Building, Oakland Street, Bay Club Lot). No specific decisions or dollar amounts are stated in the agenda.

• Accept minutes of July 17, 2024 meeting
• Correspondence review
• Generator at Eel Pond discussion
• New Building discussion
• Oakland Street and Bay Club Lot items

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a two-lot subdivision application and discuss draft by-laws for accessory dwelling units and common ownership. The meeting includes updates on the Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Affordable Homes Act.

• Two-lot subdivision north of 0 Harbor Acres Road (Map 12, Lot 53)
• Status of Park Lane Extension
• Hazard Mitigation Plan update by Henri Renauld and Tighe & Bond
• Draft Accessory Dwelling Unit By-law
• Draft Common Ownership By-law

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Zoning Board of Appeals holds a public hearing on three applications: a variance for a rear setback due to stairs, a special permit for in-law space exceeding the 700 sq ft limit, and a special permit to build a single-family dwelling with R-20 setbacks. Decisions will be made after public comment.

• Case #1543: Christian Farland seeks a rear setback variance of 14.9 ft (20 ft required) at 6 Martha's Vineyard Drive due to stairs.
• Case #1544: Eric Dyson requests a special permit for in-law space larger than the allowed 700 sq ft at 14 Marion Road.
• Case #1545: Eric Lawrence seeks a special permit to build a single-family dwelling with R-20 setbacks at 0 Foster Street.

Tree Committee

The Mattapoisett Tree Committee will meet to discuss several tree-related items, including plantings along the Bike Path for 2024, the Tree City USA Awards, and a proposed elm tree at the Police Station. They will also consider motions regarding an Arborist and committee representation, as well as fall street tree plantings and an update from the Tree Warden.

• Bike Path plantings for 2024
• Tree City USA Awards
• Police Station Elm Tree discussion
• May motions on Arborist and Committee Representation
• Fall Street Tree Plantings

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee will meet via Zoom to review and approve minutes from July, receive the treasurer's report, and discuss annual calendar items including member appointments and the regional meeting. The agenda includes updates on the Tata & Howard report and an item concerning 84 New Bedford Road in Rochester. No votes or decisions are listed.

• Review and approval of July 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report and invoices
• Discussion of annual calendar, member appointment length, and regional meeting
• Item on 84 New Bedford Road, Rochester
• Tata & Howard report

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review June and July warrants and quarterly financial and budget revision updates. The meeting includes updates on facility maintenance and security at 1 Acushnet Road.

• Approval of June/July warrants
• Homestead Court fencing update
• 1 Acushnet Road security and walkway reconstruction
• Sliding Door Replacement via HILAPP Award Project 173095
• Backup generator discussion

Select Board

The Mattapoisett Select Board will hold a public hearing on August 13, 2024 to consider installing two "No Parking Between Signs" signs on Mattapoisett Neck Road. The proposed locations are across from Timberledge and between Locust Street and the Mattapoisett Bike Path.

• Public hearing for placement of no-parking signs on Mattapoisett Neck Road (across from Timberledge and between Locust Street and Bike Path)

Select Board

The Mattapoisett Select Board will hold an executive session to discuss litigation and collective bargaining, followed by an open session. Action items include accepting a Historical Commission resignation, approving a one-day liquor license for a Republican Rally, and approving the election warrant for the September State Primaries. A public hearing will consider installing 'No Parking Between Signs' on Mattapoisett Neck Road. The board will also discuss ORCTV's annual check-in and a proposal to alter Blue Stream's Shellfish License.

• Vote to approve a one-day liquor license for the Republican Rally on September 22, 2024
• Vote to approve the election warrant for the 2024 State Primaries
• Public hearing on 'No Parking Between Signs' on Mattapoisett Neck Road near Timberledge and Locust Street
• Discussion of proposal to alter the Shellfish License held by Blue Stream (votes may be taken)
• Appointment opening on the Capital Planning Committee announced

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several new requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent for residential construction and land clearing. The body will also discuss a proposed Conservation Fee Schedule with the public.

• New residential construction proposals at 4 Silver Shell Ave, 0 Starboard Way, and 9 Shore View Avenue
• Proposed addition for a one-bedroom apartment at 10 Oakland Terrace
• Brush clearing and tree removal at 0 Shore Drive
• Certificate of Compliance request for the Long Wharf Dredge Project
• Discussion of proposed Conservation Fee Schedule

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

The coalition will meet remotely to receive updates on budgets and public health preparedness. The agenda includes reports from the Department of Public Health (DPH), HMCC, and planners.

• Budget updates
• DPH general updates
• HMCC and BPI updates
• Planner updates

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

The Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition Executive Committee is meeting remotely for routine updates and approvals, including budget updates, Department of Public Health updates, and HMCC and planner updates. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Budget updates
• DPH updates
• HMCC and planner updates
• Approval of prior minutes

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging is meeting to review budget and outreach reports. The board will discuss a staffing plan and arrangements for a cookout and volunteer recognition event.

• Budget recap
• Staffing plan
• Cookout and volunteer recognition
• Speakers and topics

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business and review monthly reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding unknown owners and property abatements.

• Review of property abatements
• Discussion of owner unknown properties
• Monthly reports

Finance and Capital Planning Committee Appointing Committee

The Finance and Capital Planning Committee Appointing Committee is meeting to interview candidates for vacancies on the Finance Committee, then vote to appoint three members. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Interview candidates to fill vacancies on the Finance Committee
• Vote to appoint three members to the Finance Committee
• Vote to approve minutes of November 6, 2023 meeting

Finance and Capital Planning Committee Appointing Committee

The Finance & Capital Planning Committee Appointing Committee will interview candidates and vote to appoint three members to the Finance Committee. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting.

• Interviews for Finance Committee vacancies
• Vote to appoint three members to the Finance Committee
• Approval of November 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a definitive subdivision plan for Map 12, Lot 53, proposed by William Mansfield. They will also consider an Approval Not Required application from NSTAR (Eversource Energy) involving several lots on Map 18, including a zoning conformance adjustment. The board will vote to approve the minutes from July 15, 2024, and handle walk-ins, general discussion, and mail.

• Public hearing continued for definitive plan on Map 12, Lot 53 (William Mansfield) to divide parcel into two lots
• Form A Approval Not Required application by NSTAR d.b.a. Eversource Energy for Map 18 lots; no new lots created, one lot brought into zoning conformance
• Vote to approve meeting minutes from July 15, 2024

Council on Aging

The Mattapoisett Council on Aging will meet to discuss routine reports including a budget recap and director's report. New business items include a cookout and volunteer recognition event, a staffing plan, and potential speakers and topics. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial actions listed.

• Budget recap report
• Cookout and volunteer recognition event
• Staffing plan discussion
• Potential speakers and topics for future meetings

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission is holding a regular meeting on August 1, 2024. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call, secretary's and treasurer's reports, and discussion of ongoing projects like the survey update, Herring Weir Panel, and Historic Plaques. No specific decisions or notable financial actions are listed; the meeting appears to be largely administrative.

• Survey update on historical properties
• Discussion of Herring Weir Panel exhibit or project
• Progress report on Historic Plaques initiative
• Reorganization of commission positions or duties

Marine Advisory Board

The Mattapoisett Marine Advisory Board will meet to review the status of the Long Wharf Project and discuss the Waterfront Management Plan's climate resiliency measures. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and handle new business. Most agenda items are procedural, but the Long Wharf and climate resiliency discussions are substantive.

• Review Long Wharf Project status
• Discuss Waterfront Management Plan Climate Resiliency
• Approve minutes of previous meeting
• Review Wharf Key Plan (referenced in agenda)
• Record volunteer hours

Select Board

The Select Board will hold an executive session to discuss the Assistant Town Administrator contract. In open session, they will vote on resignations from the Finance Committee, Capital Planning Committee, and Marine Advisory Board, approve a one-day liquor license for the Mattapoisett Fire Cook-Off, and discuss a request to use a beach parking lot. Discussion items include the Roadway Committee project (Main, Water, Beacon, Marion) and an update from the Mattapoisett Land Trust.

• Executive session for strategy on Assistant Town Administrator contract negotiations
• Vote to accept resignations of Thomas Kelly, Alan Apperson, and Eric Beauregard
• Vote to approve one-day liquor license for Mattapoisett Fire Cook-Off
• Discuss and possibly approve use of beach parking lot on July 27, 2024
• Roadway Committee discussion on Main, Water, Beacon, Marion Roadway Project

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on several administrative resignations, a one-day liquor license, and a donation of speakers for Shipyard Park. The board will also discuss the Main, Water, Beacon, and Marion roadway projects. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the Assistant Town Administrator Contract.

• Donation of speakers for the Bandstand at Shipyard Park from the Lions Club
• Eversource request for roadwork on Route 6 starting July 29
• One-day liquor license for the Mattapoisett Fire Cook-Off event
• Roadway Committee discussion regarding Main, Water, Beacon, and Marion projects
• Request to use Beach Parking Lot on July 27, 2024

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Requests for Determination of Applicability (RDA) and one Notice of Intent (NOI). The NOI proposes a single-family home within the 100-foot buffer of the coastal bank and in the VE flood zone at 0 Starboard Way. The RDAs involve a new dwelling at 4 Silver Shell Ave and vegetation clearing at 6 Shore Drive. The commission will also consider a certificate of compliance for 25 Main Street and a minor plan change for 9 Fairfield Ave.

• New public hearing: RDA for single-family dwelling in VE flood zone at 4 Silver Shell Ave
• New public hearing: RDA for brush clearing and tree removal at 6 Shore Drive
• New public hearing: NOI for single-family home with deck and outdoor shower in coastal buffer at 0 Starboard Way
• Request for Certificate of Compliance for work at 25 Main Street (SE44-1483)
• Request for Acceptance of Minor Plan Change at 9 Fairfield Ave

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes, receive reports from the Treasurer and Director, and hear a Friends of the Library update. The agenda includes only standard procedural items. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of June 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Director's Report
• Friends of the Library Update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 18, 2024, to consider three new applications and one continuance. The agenda includes a variance request for a front setback of 18 inches versus the required 20 feet at 11 Nantucket Drive, and special permits for a garage at 13 Shipyard Lane and a year-round addition at 4 Spruce Street. A continued case involves a height and setback variance at 1 Starboard Way.

• Case #1540: Variance for 18-inch front setback (20 feet required) at 11 Nantucket Drive due to stairs
• Case #1541: Special permit to build a 1,120-square-foot garage at 13 Shipyard Lane
• Case #1542: Special permit for addition and year-round living alterations at 4 Spruce Street (Harbor Beach)
• Continuance of Case #1539: Height and setback variance at 1 Starboard Way

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 18, 2024, to consider three new applications and one continuance. The board will vote on a variance request for a front setback issue at 11 Nantucket Drive, a special permit for a 1,120-square-foot garage at 13 Shipyard Lane, and a special permit to build an addition for year-round living at 4 Spruce Street. A continued case for a height and setback variance at 1 Starboard Way will also be heard.

• Variance request by Christian A Farland for 18-inch front setback relief (20 feet required) at 11 Nantucket Drive
• Special permit by Edward S & Sarah E Calder to build a 1,120-square-foot garage at 13 Shipyard Lane
• Special permit by Diane M Mello to alter and add to a property at 4 Spruce Street for year-round living
• Continued hearing for Neil A Lafaivre's variance request for height and setback extension at 1 Starboard Way

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water/Sewer Commissioners will meet to review minutes and discuss several infrastructure items. The agenda lists specific locations for discussion, including Eel Pond and Peases Point.

• Generator Eel Pond
• Peases Point Sewer
• Oakland Street
• Bay Club Lot

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to review the proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2025. The plan includes the five-year Capital Improvement Plan, maintenance and repair plans, and the current operating budget. Residents may submit comments orally, via email, or in writing.

• Review of Proposed Annual Plan for FY2025
• Five-year Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed Maintenance and Repair Plan
• Current Operating Budget
• Responses to Performance Management Review findings

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application. The board is considering a request to demolish a cottage and construct a new residence.

• Case #1535: Request to demolish ground level cottage and construct a 3-story single family dwelling at 5 & 7 Shoreview Avenue

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission is meeting to review commission reports and project updates. The body will discuss the replacement of a panel at Herring Weir and handouts for the Town Meeting.

• Panel replacement at Herring Weir
• CPC grant update
• Survey update
• Town meeting handouts

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several land division applications and a request to remove trees from a designated scenic way. The board will also discuss a citizens petition for the Annual Town Meeting.

• Definitive Subdivision Plan for three lots off 112 Mattapoisett Neck Road
• Permit for removal of two trees at 14 Marion Road on a designated scenic way
• Proposed subdivision of 9.779-acre property at 7 Hollywoods Road
• Division of land at 13 Centre Drive for conveyance to an adjoining abutter
• Form C Application for a Definitive Plan for 37,902 square feet at Lot #16B, Map #15B

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will hold nominations and elections for Chairperson, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The board will also discuss staff changes and a budget recap.

• Nomination and election of 2024 officers
• Budget recap
• COA staff changes
• Fuel assistance season overview
• Habitat for Humanity Brush with Kindness Program

Mattapoisett School Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding FY25 School Choice and conduct a vote on the program. The agenda also includes approval of the Student Opportunity Act and an IEP improvement presentation.

• FY25 School Choice Public Hearing
• School Choice Vote
• Approval of Student Opportunity Act
• IEP Improvement Presentation
• Review of financial, food services, and facilities reports

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting jointly with the Finance Committee to review the Final FY25 Town Operating Budget and Capital Plan. The board will vote on recommending FY25 Town Meeting Warrant Articles and approving the Annual Town Election Warrant for May 21, 2024.

• Appointment of Adalberto "Junior" Cardoso Jr. as Sergeant to the Mattapoisett Police Department
• Review of Final FY25 Town Operating Budget and Capital Plan
• Vote to recommend FY25 Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Approval and posting of FY25 Town Meeting Warrant
• Approval of Annual Town Election Warrant for May 21, 2024

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will meet to review the status of the Long Wharf Project. The board will also conduct a review of the Waterfront Management Plan with a subcommittee.

• Review of Long Wharf Project status
• Waterfront Management Plan review with subcommittee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Select Board. The body will review the FY25 Town Operating Budget and Capital Plan and vote on recommendations for Town Meeting Warrant Articles.

• Review of Final FY25 Town Operating Budget and Capital Plan
• Vote to recommend FY25 Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Vote to approve and post FY25 Town Meeting Warrant

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board will review meeting minutes from March 27, 2024, and discuss sewer stub availability for specific lots. The agenda also includes a building update and the opening of bids for Oakland Street.

• Sewer Stub availability - Map 14.A lot 39.0 (Cancelled)
• Sewer Stub availability - Map 10.0 Lots 28.0, 28.A, 29.0, 29.A, 173.0
• Oakland Street Bid opening

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a strategy session regarding the Library Director position. This action item involves preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel.

• Interview candidate for Library Director role

Cemetery / Memorial Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss the current status of funds for benches, bricks, and trees. Members are also discussing historical research coordination with Old Rochester Regional High School and planning for an August 7 ceremony.

• Review of budget status for benches, bricks, trees, and Historical Commission transfers
• Discussion regarding Holy Ghost grounds and original charter
• Planning for August 7 ceremony involving Purple Heart recipients
• Coordination with Old Rochester Regional High School history department for research
• Upcoming meeting with Sons of the American Revolution at Old Hammondtown Cemetery

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board is scheduled to meet at the Town Hall. The provided agenda does not list specific discussion topics or decision items.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two special permit applications. Both requests involve the construction of single-family dwellings.

• Case #1535: Request to demolish a cottage and build a 3-story single family dwelling at 5&7 Shoreview Avenue
• Case #1536: Request to develop vacant lots at 0 Tupola Lane & 9 Ned’s Point Road for a single-family dwelling

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold new public hearings for three projects involving coastal areas and flood zones. The body will review requests for erosion repairs, a new gravel roadway, and after-the-fact riprap repairs.

• Request for Determination of Applicability for a concrete splash pad and seawall maintenance at 18 Water Street
• Request for Determination of Applicability for a 20-foot wide gravel roadway on Ocean Drive
• Notice of Intent for after-the-fact riprap repair at 6 Ocean View Avenue
• Update on The Bogs

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The committee is also scheduled to review the upcoming Town Meeting warrant.

• Review FY25 Budget
• Review Town Meeting Warrant

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will meet to discuss spring plantings for 2024 and the town's Tree City USA status. The agenda also includes updates from the Tree Warden and a discussion on road projects.

• Spring plantings, 2024
• Tree City USA status and Arbor Day Declaration
• Road Project Update and Discussion
• Tree Warden Update

Bike Path Committee

The Committee is reviewing progress on the bike path, including engineering updates for Phase 2A and dedication plans for Phase 1. Members are coordinating grant applications and signage efforts with the Town and the Friends of Mattapoisett Rail Trail.

• Proposed 2024 dedication and bronze plaques for Phase 1 A&B
• Installation of infrared counter at Depot St. for grant applications
• PARE Corporation and Amy J. Archer, PE updating drawings for Phase 2A
• Grant application to Mass Trails for continued engineering

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee will meet to review the 2023 Annual River Monitoring Program Summary and a report from Tata & Howard. The body will also discuss a new CD account and review the treasurer's report.

• 2023 Annual River Monitoring Program Summary
• Tata & Howard Report
• New CD Account Update
• Treasurer’s Report regarding invoices

Select Board

The Select Board will consider closing the warrant for the May 13, 2024, Annual Town Meeting. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding an Eversource application and vote on two appointments.

• Vote to close the Town Meeting Warrant for May 13, 2024
• Public hearing on Eversource application for 2 JO poles and anchors on Tinkham Hill Road
• Vote to appoint Brent Lydon as Town Accountant
• Vote to appoint Elizabeth Carreiro to the Cultural Council
• Discussion on the clean up of Hammond Cemetery

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will meet to approve warrants for February and March and review quarterly financials for the period ending March 31, 2024. The board will also discuss a backup generator and fencing at Homestead Court.

• Approval of February and March warrants
• Quarterly Financials as of March 31, 2024
• Resident Service Coordinator Grant Approval
• Homestead Court fencing
• Backup Generator

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Act Committee will meet to reaffirm motions for FY2025 and provide an update on the CPA Plan. The body will also discuss project signage and outstanding project balances.

• Reaffirmation of FY2025 CPA Committee motions to advance
• Update of the CPA Plan
• Discussion of CPA Project signage
• Review of outstanding CPA project balances

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for two new Notice of Intent applications. The body will also review requests for certificates of compliance and an extension permit for various residential properties.

• Notice of Intent for coastal bank restoration at 3 Goodspeed Island
• Notice of Intent for a new elevated dwelling and solar panels at 1 Angelica Ave
• Certificate of Compliance requests for 30 Holly Woods Road
• Certificate of Compliance request for Shore Drive
• Extension Permit request for 2 Holmes Street

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review reports and provide updates on a survey and a CPC grant. The body will also discuss the replacement of plaques and panels.

• Survey update
• CPC grant update
• Plaque/panel replacements

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to conduct the nomination and election of a Chairperson, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for 2024. The board will also review reports on the budget, outreach, and fuel assistance.

• Nomination and election of 2024 officers (Chairperson, Vice-Chair, Secretary)
• Fuel assistance overview of the recent season
• Habitat for Humanity Brush with Kindness Program
• Dementia Friendly initiative discussion
• Budget recap

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission will meet to discuss updates regarding farmland and the Open Space Community Land Trust. The meeting includes reports from the secretary and general updates.

• Update on farmland
• Update on Open Space Community Land Trust

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review general business, monthly reports, and betterment payments. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss tax abatements under Massachusetts general law.

• Betterment payments
• Tax abatements
• Monthly reports

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a proposal for the subdivision of a 9.779-acre property. The board will also hold a general discussion regarding the hiring of staff for the Planning Department.

• Proposed subdivision of 9.779-acre property at 7 Hollywoods Road (Map 3, Lots 161 & 93)

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will discuss the status of the Dredging Project and the Long Wharf Project. Members will also review report topics and assign responsibilities for a non-state approved Municipal harbor Plan.

• Dredging Project status update
• Contractor insurance requirements for wharf work
• Long Wharf Project status review
• Waterfront management Plan topics and responsibilities

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water/Sewer Commissioners will meet to review correspondence and project updates. The agenda includes a discussion on a building update for Oakland Street.

• Sewer stub availability for Map 17.0 Lot 292
• Building update for Oakland Street

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to vote on opening the Town Meeting Warrant for the May 13, 2024, Annual Town Meeting. The board is also scheduled to consider using $7,300 in ARPA funds for online permitting implementation.

• Vote to open the Town Meeting Warrant for the May 13, 2024, Annual Town Meeting
• Vote to approve $7,300 in ARPA funds for Building Department online permitting
• Vote to approve Quitclaim Deed and Development Rider for 26 County Road
• Vote to appoint Christopher Canney as Building Commissioner
• Discussion of Main Street Project and TechMD managed service proposal

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a deck replacement project at 15 Bay View Ave. The body will also consider requests for Certificates of Compliance for projects involving MassDOT and a property at 16-18 Ocean View Ave.

• Public hearing for Judith Otter to replace a 680 sq. ft. wood deck with a 670 sq. ft. deck at 15 Bay View Ave
• Certificate of Compliance request from MassDOT for Mattapoisett Neck Rd., east to Reservation Rd. along Goodspeed Island Rd. to Depot
• Certificate of Compliance request from Dan McCarthy for 16-18 Ocean View Ave
• Update on The Bogs
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2024

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the treasurer and interim director. The agenda consists of procedural items and general updates.

• Approval of January 25, 2024 minutes
• Treasurer’s Report
• Interim Director's Report
• Friends of the Library Update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals is holding a public hearing to consider a special permit application. The board will determine if a resident may construct a family-related apartment.

• Case #1534: Special Permit request for a family-related apartment under 700 square feet at 10 Oakland Terrace

Mattapoisett School Committee

The Mattapoisett School Committee will hold a public hearing for the fiscal year 2025 budget and vote to approve it. The committee will also review financial, food services, and facilities reports, along with proposed budget transfers. Additional items include approving a transportation contract, a grant, an amendment to the READS Collaborative Agreement, and potential donations. Committee members will also reorganize leadership and set goals for the term.

• FY25 public budget hearing and approval
• Transportation contract approval
• Grant approval
• READS Collaborative Agreement Amendment approval
• Budget transfers for facilities, food services, and personnel

Finance Committee

The Town Administrator and Finance Committee are meeting to review FY25 budget proposals. Discussions will include specific reviews with the Water/Sewer Superintendent, Fire Chief, and Board of Health Agent.

• FY25 budget review with Water/Sewer Superintendent
• FY25 budget review with Fire Chief
• FY25 budget review with Board of Health Agent
• Miscellaneous FY25 budget items

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business and review betterment payments. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss tax abatements under Massachusetts general law.

• Betterment payments
• Tax abatements

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider an application for a definitive subdivision plan. The proposal involves creating three lots from existing parcels off Mattapoisett Neck Road.

• Definitive Subdivision Plan Approval for property off 112 Mattapoisett Neck Road (Map 15, Lot 29 and Lot 30) to create three lots

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will introduce the Acting Tree Warden and discuss the DCR Poster Contest. The body is also reviewing next steps for the Marion Road Project and planning tree plantings for Spring 2024.

• Introduction of Acting Tree Warden
• Main, Water, Beacon Streets Marion Road Project next steps
• Spring 2024 tree plantings
• DCR Poster Contest

Bike Path Committee

The Committee is discussing progress on Phase 1A, 1B, and 2A of the bike path, including updated drawings from PARE Corporation. Members are also coordinating a MassTrails grant application for continued engineering and planning a July 4th dedication.

• Review of progress plan sheets #5 to #15 from PARE Corporation and Amy J. Archer, PE
• MassTrails grant application for continued engineering
• Proposed July 4th dedication and bronze plaques for the path
• Installation of an infrared counter at Depot St. for grant applications
• Coordination of signage with Fairhaven and Friends of Mattapoisett Rail Trail

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee will meet to discuss water supply protection matters. The agenda includes a review of an ANR approval for a property in Rochester and a report from Tata & Howard.

• ANR Approval for 52 Wolf Island Road, Rochester
• Tata & Howard Report
• Investigation of interest rates for a new CD account
• Invoice to MRVWDC for river monitoring assistance

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding license transfers for the Shipyard Inn Group. The board is also deciding on 2024 aquaculture licenses and the disposal of five pieces of Highway Department equipment.

• Public hearing on Entertainment and Lodging License transfers for Shipyard Inn Group at 13 Water Street
• Vote to approve 2024 Aquaculture Licenses
• Vote to surplus five Highway Department vehicles and equipment, including a 1995 Ford Super Duty and 2008 McConnell Boom Mower
• Vote to approve license agreement with Eversource for 64 County Road
• Discussion of potential Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Act Committee will meet to review minutes and discuss moving FY2025 requests to Town Meeting. The agenda also includes an update on the CPA Plan and a review of project balances.

• Action to move FY2025 requests to Town Meeting
• Update of the CPA Plan
• Review of project outstanding balances
• CPA Project Signage

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct new and continued public hearings regarding Notices of Intent and Determinations of Applicability. The body will also review requests for Certificates of Compliance and an amended order of conditions.

• New NOI for a one-bedroom apartment addition at 10 Oakland Terrace
• New NOI for a single family dwelling at Goodspeed Island
• New NOI for lawn creation and driveway paving at 70 Aucoot Road
• Continued RDA for a 24x36 detached garage at 1 Mattakiset Road
• Request for Amended Order of Conditions at Prospect Road

Historical Commission

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will meet to receive updates on a community-wide survey and a CPC grant. The body will also determine the date for its May meeting.

• Community-wide survey update
• CPC grant update
• Scheduling of May meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review FY25 budget requests from the Council on Aging Director and the Water/Sewer Superintendent. The committee will also hold budget discussions and vote on a Reserve Fund transfer.

• FY25 Budget Request review: Council on Aging
• FY25 Budget Request review: Water/Sewer Superintendent
• Vote on Reserve Fund Transfer

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water/Sewer Commissioners will meet to discuss a sewer rate adjustment and a specific abatement. The board will also review a sewer stub application for Map 15.0 Lot 12.0.

• Sewer Rate Adjustment
• Abatement 03181
• Sewer Stub Application: Map 15.0 Lot 12.0

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission is meeting to review previous minutes and receive updates. The body will also discuss farmland related to Lot 1. The meeting is scheduled for March 5, 2024.

• Review of previous minutes
• Update on local agricultural matters
• Discussion regarding farmland of Lot 1

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business and review monthly reports. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss tax abatements under Massachusetts law.

• Betterment payments
• Monthly reports
• Abatements
• Executive session regarding tax abatements pursuant to M.G.L. c. 59, § 60

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to review a preliminary subdivision plan submitted by Collin Labrie. The proposal involves creating 8 lots on property identified as Map 3, Lots 161 and 93. The board will also review minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting.

• Preliminary Subdivision Plan Review for 8 lots at 7 Holly Woods Road (Map 3, Lots 161 and 93)

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the transfer of alcohol and common victualler licenses for 13 Water Street. The board will also review the 10 Year Capital Plan and vote on a Marine Advisory Board appointment.

• Public hearing for transfer of All Alcohol On-Premise and Common Vic License for Shipyard Inn Group at 13 Water Street
• Review of 10 Year Capital Plan with CPC Chair
• Vote to appoint William Langlois as Alternate to the Marine Advisory Board
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining or litigation regarding the Town Accountant and Full-Time Fire Captains

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to review a budget recap and a guide for board members. The board will also discuss updates regarding the Older Adult Lobby Day and newsletter mailing.

• Budget recap
• Review of 'A Guide for Board Members'
• Older Adult Lobby Day update
• Newsletter mailing update
• Informational resource on Behavioral Health and Older Adults

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will review the status of the Long Wharf Project. Members will also discuss report topics and assign responsibilities for a non-state approved Municipal harbor Plan.

• Election of a new Secretary
• Review of Long Wharf Project status
• Discussion of Waterfront Management Plan report topics

Finance Committee

The Town Administrator and Finance Committee will meet to review the Fiscal Year 2025 budgets. Discussions will focus on specific town departments.

• FY25 Police Department budget review
• FY25 Highway Department budget review
• FY25 Miscellaneous Town Departments budget review

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will meet to discuss the Main St/Marion Road Street Project. The body will review street trees slated for removal, those impacted by utility modifications, and additional pruning requirements.

• Review of street tree removals for Main St/Marion Road Street Project
• Review of street trees impacted by utility modifications on Main St/Marion Road
• Discussion of additional pruning for Main St/Marion Road Street Project

Cemetery / Memorial Advisory Committee

The Cemetery/Memorial Advisory Committee will meet to discuss maintenance needs and coordination with local historical groups. The body is seeking a provider for wall and gravestone repairs at Hammondtown Cemetery.

• Wall and gravestone repairs at Hammondtown Cemetery
• Cleanup at Hammondtown Cemetery
• Update on meeting with Sons of the American Revolution
• Proposed usage regarding the Holy Ghost Grounds Committee
• Communication from the Mattapoisett Historical Museum curator

Select Board

The Select Board is scheduled to attend and participate in a meeting of the Tree Committee.

• Participation in Tree Committee meeting

Housing Authority

The Mattapoisett Housing Authority will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and the January Warrant. The board will also review a report from the Executive Director regarding property updates and generator funds.

• Approval of January 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of the January Warrant
• HLAPP Application approval for generator funds

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee is meeting to review minutes from a previous session. The committee will also vote to approve the 2024 Report to the Select Board.

• Approval of 2024 Report to Select Board
• Review and approval of February 5, 2024 meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing regarding an entertainment license and vote on the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election warrant. The board will also hold budget worksessions for the Council on Aging, Library, and Town Hall for FY25.

• Public hearing for entertainment license: What the Taco, 20 County Road
• Vote on Election Warrant for March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election
• Vote to accept resignation of Colleen Trahan from the Finance Committee
• FY25 budget worksessions for Council on Aging, Library, and Town Hall
• Review of Plymouth County ARPA submittal

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several new requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent. The body is considering proposals for new homes, a garage, and infrastructure upgrades. The meeting also includes requests for permit extensions and certificates of compliance.

• Notice of Intent for single family dwellings at 5 & 7 Shore View Ave and Goodspeed Island
• Notice of Intent for subsurface sewage disposal system upgrade at 12-14 Fairhaven Road
• Request for Determination of Applicability for a new garage at 1 Mattakiset Road
• Request for Determination of Applicability for a deck extension at 12 Angelica Ave
• Request for Extension Permit for 61 Long Plain Road (Buzzard’s Bay Coalition)

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission is meeting to discuss several local agricultural and land-related items. The agenda contains handwritten notes regarding specific farms and land use.

• Discussion of Zodal Farm Sands
• Discussion of Mattapoisett Farm

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will conduct general business, including the review of monthly reports and betterment payments. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss tax abatements.

• Betterment payments
• Tax exemptions
• Tax abatements

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Mattapoisett Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application. The board will consider a request to upgrade an existing structure for commercial and residential use.

• Case #1533: Special Permit request for 26 County Road to allow multi-use, commercial and residential use

Bike Path Committee

The Committee is discussing progress on various bike path phases and grant applications. The meeting includes updates on engineering drawings and a potential July 4th dedication proposal for the Selectboard.

• PARE Corporation and Amy J. Archer, PE are developing 25% drawings for Phase 2A
• Grant application submitted to MassTrails for continued engineering
• Installation of infrared counter at Depot St. for future grant applications
• Proposed 2024 dedication and bronze plaques for the path on July 4th

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

The committee will review and approve meeting minutes from January 9, 2024. The agenda also includes a treasurer's report on invoices and a discussion regarding the Hartley Road ANR Plan in Rochester.

• Review and approval of January 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s Report on invoices
• Approval of ANR Plan — Hartley Road, Rochester
• Tata & Howard Report

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including local farm sands and the Mattapoisett Fair. The agenda contains handwritten notes regarding specific local agricultural topics.

• Discussion of farm sands
• Discussion of Mattapoisett Fair

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will review and prioritize capital requests from town departments for 2024. The committee will also discuss notes to include with their recommendations to the Select Board.

• Review of 2024 capital requests from Town departments
• Prioritization of Capital Requests
• Discussion of recommendations for the Select Board

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will review minutes from the January 12, 2024 meeting. Members will hold continuing discussions regarding the Mattapoisett Historical Commission and review outstanding balances and prior awards.

• Minutes of the January 12, 2024 meeting
• Discussions regarding the Mattapoisett Historical Commission
• Review of outstanding balances and prior awards

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a budget worksession for Recreation, Water/Sewer, and the Health Department for FY25. The board will also vote on appointments to the Council on Aging Board of Directors and the annual event calendar.

• FY25 Budget worksession for Recreation, Water/Sewer, and Health Department
• Vote to appoint Carole Clifford and James Marlow to the Council on Aging Board of Directors
• Vote to accept the resignation of Carolyn Thomas from the Council on Aging Board of Directors
• Vote to approve the Annual Event Calendar
• Executive session to discuss Building Commissioner and full-time Fire Captain contracts

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review reports on the budget and outreach. The board is scheduled to discuss state budget line items, Governor's 9C budget cuts, and the Older Adult Lobby Day on February 27, 2024.

• AARP Tax Aide Services
• Older Adult Lobby Day at MA State House (2/27/24)
• Governor’s 9C Budget Cuts
• Massachusetts Broadband Institute tech support for older people
• Review of applications for COA Board

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners will review the minutes from the January 17, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes a building lot review and an update regarding MRV filters.

• Review of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Building Lot Review: Abatement 04063
• MRV Filter Update

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct public hearings regarding two Requests for Determination of Applicability. The agenda also includes an update on The Bogs and the approval of January 16th minutes.

• Evelio D. Suarez: Remove existing septic tank and install a new Title V Compliant Tight Tank at 18 Shore Drive
• Michael Scully: Remove overgrown brush/trees and replace/extend retaining wall at 6 Island View Avenue
• Enforcement Report: Update on The Bogs
• Approval of January 16th, 2024 minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review monthly reports, betterment payments, and exemptions. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss tax abatements.

• Betterment payments
• Exemptions
• Abatements
• Tax abatements discussed in executive session

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will meet to discuss facilities and review departmental data. The agenda includes a meeting with Eugene Jones, the Regional Facilities Director for ORR.

• Meeting with Eugene Jones, Regional Facilities Director ORR
• Review of departments requiring data
• Review of January 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to vote on the approval of the Master Plan. The board will also sign extension permits for Randall Solar, LLC.

• Vote to approve Master Plan
• Signing of Extension Permits for Randall Solar, LLC

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a budget worksession for the Fire, Police, and Harbormaster departments for FY25. The board will also vote on appointments and the removal of a tree at 7 Cannon Street.

• FY25 Budget worksession for Fire, Police, and Harbormaster
• Vote to remove a dangerous tree at 7 Cannon Street
• Architectural contract for Highway Building Renovation (Phases 2 & 3)
• Appointment of Aaron Goldberg to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Appointment of Christian Nadeau as Deputy Tree Warden

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss a potential demolition delay by-law. The body will also review updates on a community-wide survey and a CPC grant, and set goals for the FY 2025 Town Budget Request.

• Discussion regarding potential for Demolition Delay by-law
• Goals for FY 2025 Town Budget Request
• Community-wide survey update
• CPC grant update

Mattapoisett School Committee

The School Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss the initial budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The agenda also includes reviews of financial, food services, and facilities reports.

• FY25 Initial Budget Discussion
• Approval of donations and grants
• Approval of School Health Unit Application
• Review of budget transfers

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will meet to review previous minutes and discuss items with the Water & Sewer Superintendent. The committee will also determine its future meeting schedule.

• Meeting with Henri Renauld, Water & Sewer Superintendent
• Review of 12/08/2023 meeting minutes

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Water/Sewer Commission is meeting to conduct an executive session. The board will discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation related to 141 Acushnet Road.

• Executive session regarding 141 Acushnet Road

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet jointly with the Select Board, Board of Health, and Water/Sewer Commission. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss litigation or collective bargaining strategy regarding 141 Acushnet Road.

• Executive session regarding 141 Acushnet Road

Select Board

The Select Board will meet jointly with the Board of Health, Conservation Commission, and Water/Sewer Commissioners. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss strategy regarding 141 Acushnet Road.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation for 141 Acushnet Road

Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the treasurer and interim director. The agenda consists of procedural items and updates from the Friends of the Library.

• Approval of November 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Interim Director's Report
• Friends of the Library Update

Marine Advisory Board

The Marine Advisory Board will meet to review the status of the Long Wharf Project and propose discussion topics for 2024. The board will also discuss the need for an update to the Waterfront Management Plan.

• Long Wharf Project status update
• Proposal of 2024 meeting discussion topics
• Discussion on updating the non-state approved Municipal harbor Plan

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and budget updates. The board will also receive an update on the Power Backup Generator Project.

• Approval of November and December 2023 warrants
• Review of November 2023 financials and 12/31/2023 quarterly financial review
• Power Backup Generator Project update with a bid submission deadline of January 24, 2024

Select Board

The Select Board will interview candidates for the Building Commissioner position. The board will also vote on business management changes and land easements.

• Interviews for Building Commissioner position
• Vote on change of Director for Nick’s Pizza
• Vote on change of Manager for 13 Water Street Group (The Inn on Shipyard Park)
• Vote on confirmatory takings and/or easements for Old Slough Road

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water/Sewer Commissioners will meet to review the budget and water rates. The board will also discuss a hazard mitigation update and a specific abatement.

• Budget review
• Water rate review
• Abatement 02552
• Hazard mitigation update

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct general business. The agenda includes the review of monthly reports and monthly abatements.

• Monthly reports
• Monthly abatements

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for new and continued Requests for Determination of Applicability and Notices of Intent. The body will also consider a request for a Certificate of Compliance regarding a dock project.

• Certificate of Compliance request for dock construction at 65 Mattapoisett Neck Road (DEP file no. SE44-1456)
• New and continued Requests for Determination of Applicability (RDA) public hearings
• Continued Notice of Intent (NOI) public hearings
• Approval of January 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Act Committee is meeting to review minutes from November 20, 2023. The body will also discuss a request for FY2025 CPA funding from the Mattapoisett Historical Commission.

• FY2025 CPA funding request from Mattapoisett Historical Commission

Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water/Sewer Commissioners will meet to review the budget and water rates. The board will also discuss a hazard mitigation update and a specific abatement.

• Budget review
• Water rate review
• Abatement 02552
• Hazard mitigation update

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will discuss the 2024 tree planting schedule and the DCR Poster Contest. The body will also review the status of the Main St/Marion Road Street Project and the Master Plan.

• 2024 Tree Plantings
• Main St/Marion Road Street Project status review
• Master Plan discussion
• 2024 DCR Poster Contest

Bike Path Committee

The committee is reviewing the progress of 100% drawings for Phase 2A and discussing potential 2024 dedication dates and bronze plaques for Phase 1A & B. Members are also coordinating updates on grants, funding, and maintenance.

• Phase 1A & B: Proposed 2024 dedication and bronze plaques
• Phase 1A & B: Discussion of infrared counters for Depot St. for grant applications
• Phase 2A: Update on 100% drawings by PARE Corporation
• Phase 2A: Coordination with DOT regarding funding sources
• Phase 2B: Update pending settlement of Phase 2A

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review the Tata & Howard report and the draft 2023 Annual Report. The session includes a treasurer's report on invoices and a discussion regarding annual assessment letters.

• Review of Tata & Howard Report
• Draft 2023 Annual Report
• Treasurer’s Report on invoices
• Annual Calendar Notice of Assessment Letters

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission is meeting to discuss the USDA FAAN law preservation. The agenda contains limited specific details beyond this topic.

• Discussion of USDA FAAN law preservation

Select Board

The Mattapoisett Select Board will meet to vote on land easements for Old Slough Road and a policy regarding the Town Flag. The board will also receive updates on the FY25 Budget and grant awards.

• Vote on confirmatory takings and/or easements for Old Slough Road
• Vote on Town Flag Policy
• Review of ABCC Seasonal Population Change
• FY25 Budget updates
• Grant awards updates

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will meet to discuss the Library Capital Plan and town hall capital needs. The committee is also scheduled to meet with Fire Chief Andy Murray.

• Review of Library Capital Plan
• Discussion of Town Hall capital needs with Mike Lorenco
• Meeting with Fire Chief Andy Murray

Historical Commission

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

• Community-wide survey updates
• CPC Grant update

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold new and continued public hearings regarding residential projects. The body is reviewing requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent for various home improvements and new builds.

• RDA for driveway improvements at 6 Pearl Street
• RDA for a deck at 7 Nashawena Road
• NOI for a garage addition at 17 High View Avenue
• NOI for new single-family residences at Aucoot Road (Lot 156 and Lot 61)
• NOI for work performed beyond approved Limit of Work at 14 Snow Fields Road