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Mattapoisett public meetings in 2025

100 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 22, 2025

Conservation Commission

Public hearings on multiple development proposals, including major Town Wharf rehab

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent, including changes to a deck, patio and pool at Goodspeed Island, single‑family dwelling construction on Ned’s Point Road, a nursery site preparation on Aucoot Road, and replacement of a failing stone culvert on Water Street. A request for an amended order of conditions will be considered for a comprehensive rehabilitation of the Town Wharf. The commission will also review draft minutes from previous meetings.

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Fri Dec 19, 2025

Library Trustees

Library trustees meet to approve minutes and reports

The Mattapoisett Free Public Library Board of Trustees will convene to approve the minutes from the November meeting, review the treasurer's and director's reports, and discuss the Friends of the Library and bulletin board policy. The meeting will be held in person in the Marine Room and via Zoom.

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Wed Dec 17, 2025

Select Board

Select Board to approve FY27 budget schedule

The Mattapoisett Select Board will vote on several action items, including approval of the FY27 budget schedule, aquaculture licenses, and a Class 1 boat license for Eric LaBrode. The board will also appoint an animal inspector and several probationary firefighters. Discussion items include an update on the America 250 celebration and a review of the Waterfront Management Plan. News items note a structural engineer review and town office closures for the holidays.

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Wed Dec 17, 2025

Water & Sewer Commissioners

Commission will consider sewer fee restructure and related applications

The Mattapoisett Water & Sewer Commissioners will review and vote on a proposed restructuring of the sewer entrance fee. They will also consider a sewer application covering Map 012.0 Lot 0048.0, Map 5 Lot 0028B, and Map 5 Lot 0028.C, as well as abatements numbered 00652 and 03116. Additional agenda items include a building review, routine correspondence, and acceptance of the December 3 minutes.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

SRPEDD

Vote to endorse FY2026‑2030 Transit amendment for GATRA & SRTA

The Southeast Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will hold a remote meeting on Dec 16, 2025 to consider several agenda items. Members will vote to approve the minutes from the Nov 18, 2025 meeting and to endorse a proposed FY2026‑2030 Transit amendment affecting the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (GATRA) and the Southcoast Regional Transit Authority (SRTA). Additional items include a detailed FY2026‑2030 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendment with project changes such as a bridge replacement in New Bedford, a Danforth Street Bridge design earmark in Taunton, and storm‑water improvements in Somerset. The board will also vote on the 2025 Public Participation Plan, the 2025 Language Assistance Plan, and a proposal to release freight‑corridor considerations for public comment.

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Thu Dec 11, 2025

Marine Advisory Board

Board will discuss possible reduction of Marine Advisory Board members

The Marine Advisory Board will meet on Dec. 11, 2025 at Town Hall and via Zoom. The agenda includes updates on the Long Wharf project and the Waterfront Management Plan. The board will also discuss a possible reduction in its membership. No other business is scheduled.

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Thu Dec 11, 2025

Board of Health

Board to sign FY2026 Tighe & Bond Engineering Services proposal

The Board of Health will consider several items, including signing the FY2026 proposal from Tighe & Bond Engineering Services. An executive session will be held to discuss strategy for negotiations with nonunion personnel and the town’s Transfer Station position. The board will also discuss a composting initiative at Old Rochester Regional School with the ORRHS Environmental Club. Additionally, the board will vote to approve recent meeting minutes and set the date for the next meeting.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

ORR District School Committee

School Committee will review and discuss the Massachusetts Local Wellness Policy

The Old Rochester Regional School Committee meeting on December 10, 2025 will approve the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. Committee members will receive an overview of implementing the Massachusetts Local Wellness Policy and will complete a policy assessment. The session will conclude with closing remarks and notice of future meeting dates.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

SRPEDD

JTPG will vote on the Critical Rural and Urban Freight Corridor recommendation

The Joint Transportation Planning Group will approve minutes from the November 12 meeting, hear public comments, receive updates from Regional Transit Authorities, and consider several proposals. Members will vote on the 2025 SMMPO Public Participation Plan, the 2025 SMMPO Language Assistance Plan, and a recommendation to release the Critical Rural and Urban Freight Corridor considerations for public comment. Additional presentations include a MassDOT intersection control evaluation and a Fairhaven corridor improvement project.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

Council on Aging

Council on Aging to review budget recap and consider forming a program committee

The Council on Aging will hear a budget recap and reports on secretary, director, and outreach activities. It will discuss old business items such as meeting frequency, the Friendly Connections Program, and volunteer recruitment. New business includes establishing a program committee. The meeting will conclude with any other matters and adjournment.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

ORCTV

ORCTV Board to discuss lease and holiday pay

The ORCTV Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss new business items including a lease and holiday pay.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Housing Authority

Board will vote on award of the Intercom System Project

The Mattapoisett Housing Authority Board will review and approve minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting and discuss financial updates, including October and November 2025 statements, warrants, the FY ending 9/30/2026 budget, and a State Aided Insurance Participation Agreement. The Executive Director will provide updates on vacancies, a capital improvement project revision, construction projects, and the Intercom System Project award, which will be voted on. The meeting will also include board and public input before adjourning.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

Commission to review FY27 final budget and water treatment plant upgrades

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will meet to discuss the FY27 final budget and the annual report calendar. The body will also review a Tata & Howard report and provide updates on treatment plant operations.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

Committee reviews minutes, reports and finalizes upcoming water supply calendar

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee will review and approve minutes from its November 12, 2025 meeting and the October 21, 2025 regional water officials meeting. The treasurer will present a financial report, and members will discuss the annual calendar, including the annual report and the notice of assessment. Additional updates will be given in the Tata & Howard Report, followed by any old or new business items.

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Mon Dec 8, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hear projects on wharf, roads, and housing

The Mattapoisett Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing to discuss several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability. The agenda includes continued items regarding a wharf rehabilitation, a road culvert replacement, and new residential construction proposals.

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Mon Dec 8, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

Committee will review FY2027 Community Preservation applications

The Mattapoisett Community Preservation Act Committee will review the minutes from its September 22 and November 10 meetings. It will examine FY2027 application materials and note any additional information needed. The committee will also set a schedule for applicant meetings in January 2026 and allow public input before adjourning.

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Thu Dec 4, 2025

Mattapoisett School Committee

School Committee will discuss the FY2027 budget

The Mattapoisett School Committee meeting on December 4, 2025 will include a discussion of the FY2027 budget with administration. No other agenda items are listed. The meeting will be held in person at Old Hammondtown School (20 Shaw Street) and via Zoom.

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Thu Dec 4, 2025

Mattapoisett School Committee

School Committee will vote on SMEC Capital Reserve policy amendment

The Mattapoisett School Committee will review and vote on several items, including a policy amendment to the Southeast Massachusetts Educational Collaborative's Capital Reserve Account. The committee will also approve donations from the PTA ($400) and Shutterfly ($609.66), and grant funds from the Feinstein Foundation ($1,000 each to Center School and Old Hammondtown School). Additional agenda items include a tour of the building, approval of recent meeting minutes, a presentation on MCAS, and a vote to recycle obsolete technology equipment.

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Thu Dec 4, 2025

Historical Commission

Historical Commission will discuss the FY 2027 CPAC grant

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will receive a secretary’s report and a treasurer’s report. Members will discuss the CPAC grant for fiscal year 2027. The agenda also includes updates on surveys, base mapping, and a presentation of the Mattapoisett booklet. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Water & Sewer Commissioners

Commission will consider restructuring the sewer entrance fee.

The Mattapoisett Water & Sewer Commissioners will accept the October 2025 meeting minutes and review correspondence. They will receive a plant update, discuss an ADU, and consider a restructuring of the sewer entrance fee. The board will also review a sewer application for Map 012.0 Lot 0048.0 and consider several abatements. Other business will be addressed at the end of the meeting.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025

Center School and OHS School Council

School Council will review improvement plan and set focus for 2025‑2026

The Center School and Old Hammondtown School Council will review the Mattapoisett School Improvement Plan for 2024‑2025. They will discuss and decide on priority areas for the 2025‑2026 school year. The council will also consider Feinstein Grants and confirm upcoming meeting dates and council membership.

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Mon Nov 24, 2025

Conservation Commission

Town proposes to replace failing stone culvert on Water Street near Barstow Wharf

The Conservation Commission will hear several Notices of Intent, including the town’s proposal to replace a failing stone culvert on Water Street that serves a public parking lot at Barstow Wharf. Other items include a garage with an accessory dwelling unit on Harbor Road, an elevator lift at 6 Waterman Street, and various shoreline and vegetation projects. The commission will also review draft minutes and set dates for future meetings.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to review motel expansion and residential permits

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider five special permit petitions. These include a proposal to add motel units and various residential construction or lot line changes.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Library Trustees

Library Trustees meeting to review reports, policies, and classifications

The Mattapoisett Free Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on November 20, 2025 to approve the October 16 minutes and hear the Treasurer's and Director's reports. The agenda includes a Friends of the Library report, discussion of staff classifications, and a bulletin board policy. The board will also address any old and new business items before adjourning.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Select Board

Public hearing to allocate FY2026 property tax levy among five classes

The Mattapoisett Select Board and Board of Assessors will hold a public hearing on November 19, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall conference room and via Zoom. The hearing will consider how to allocate the local property tax levy among the town’s five property classes for Fiscal Year 2026. Interested taxpayers may present oral or written comments.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Disability Commission

Disability Commission to discuss survey items for funding

The Disability Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and identify additional items from a survey to be chosen for funding. The commission will also determine future meeting topics and a date for the next meeting.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Housing Authority

Board to consider CFA 5001 Amendment #12 and October 2025 warrant approvals

The Mattapoisett Housing Authority Board will review and approve the minutes from its October 14, 2025 meeting, discuss financial updates including FY‑2025 financials and October 2025 warrant approvals, and consider Amendment #12 to Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA) 5001. The Executive Director will provide updates on staff vacancies, construction projects, public housing notices, and a visit from the Secretary of Housing & Livable Communities scheduled for December 3, 2025.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

SRPEDD

SMMPO to vote on transit funding for Mansfield and New Bedford

The Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will meet remotely to approve minutes, receive transit authority updates, and vote on proposed amendments to the FFY2026-2030 Transportation Improvement Program. The agenda includes endorsements for Mansfield Logan Shuttle funding and New Bedford intersection improvements, as well as a vote to release a transit amendment to a public comment period.

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Sat Nov 15, 2025

Cultural Council

Council will award 2026 cultural grants

The Mattapoisett Cultural Council will review and approve the minutes from the July 29, 2025 meeting and receive a financial report from the treasurer. The council will consider a request from the Mattapoisett Museum to repurpose remaining 2024 grant funds, adopt local guidelines and priorities, and vote on the 2026 grant awards. Additional items include conflict‑of‑interest declarations and discussion of council membership procedures.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

Budget updates will be reviewed by the coalition

The coalition will review its budget and receive general updates from the Department of Public Health, the HMCC, and the town planner. The meeting will also consider any old or new business items. No specific decisions are listed in the agenda.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

Region 5C coalition meets to discuss public health updates and budget

The Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition will meet on November 13, 2025, to discuss general updates from the Department of Public Health, the Health Management Coordination Committee, and planners, along with budget updates and old and new business.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to discuss nonunion personnel negotiations and Transfer Station

The Mattapoisett Board of Health will hold an executive session to plan strategy for negotiations with nonunion personnel and to discuss the Transfer Station position. Additional items include a discussion of the Board of Health/Conservation position, review of Milton CAT estimates for a 966 excavator, and consideration of articles for the next town meeting. The meeting will also include the Health Agent’s Report, old business, and scheduling of the next meeting, tentatively set for December 11, 2025.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

Tree Committee

Tree Committee to discuss bike path replanting and future planting sites

The Tree Committee will meet to discuss Tree City USA and replanting for the bike path. The committee may vote on future tree planting locations and the continuation of Zoom meetings.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

Commission will consider the FY27 draft budget

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will meet remotely on November 12, 2025. The meeting will review and approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting, receive the Treasurer’s Report on invoices, recap the annual regional meeting of water officials, discuss the FY27 draft budget, and consider the WTP Upgrades Project. Additional reports and updates on treatment plant operations will also be presented.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

Bike Path Committee

Bike Path Committee to discuss design costs and path width reductions

The committee is meeting to discuss the project schedule, design costs, and communication protocols. Members will review path width adjustments and specific site concerns regarding abutters and utility poles.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

SRPEDD

Discussion of Taunton intersection improvement projects in upcoming TIP

The Joint Transportation Planning Group will approve the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes, receive updates from regional transit authorities and MassDOT, and review the FY 2027‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program. A presentation will cover two Taunton intersection improvement projects—Winthrop Street (Route 44) and Highland Street (programmed for FY 2030) and Winter Street and School Street (not programmed). The agenda also includes a community‑of‑practice discussion, other business, and scheduling the next meeting.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

Committee will review and approve minutes from the Oct. 14, 2025 meeting

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee will consider several reports and updates at its November 12, 2025 remote meeting. Items include approval of the October 14 minutes, a treasurer’s financial report, a recap of the annual regional water officials meeting, a notice of the upcoming assessment calendar, and a Tata & Howard report. The meeting will also address any old or new business before adjourning.

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Mon Nov 10, 2025

Conservation Commission

Town proposes major wharf rehabilitation at Town Wharf (Lot 185)

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several requests for determination of applicability (RDA) and notices of intent (NOI). Items include a nursery site at Aucoot Road, a stone revetment project at 84 Angelica Ave, and the town‑initiated rehabilitation of the Town Wharf (Lot 185). The commission will also discuss a revolving fund for the agent and a letter to the Selectboard regarding conservation and health positions.

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Mon Nov 10, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

CPA committee to review FY2027 applications and minutes

The Mattapoisett Community Preservation Committee will meet to review the minutes from the September 22 meeting and receive applications for the FY2027 Community Preservation Act fund. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 10, 2025, at 5pm in the Water/Sewer Department conference room.

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Fri Nov 7, 2025

Mattapoisett School Committee

School Committee to vote on anonymous donation for students

The Mattapoisett School Committee will meet via Zoom to conduct general business. The primary action item is the review and approval of a donation intended for students and their families.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Historical Commission

Historical Commission to review grant and survey updates

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will hold its November meeting to review the Secretary's and Treasurer's reports, discuss a CPAC Grant for FY 2027, and update survey and base mapping data.

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Fri Oct 31, 2025

Mattapoisett School Committee

School Committee to vote on donations for music project and field trip

The Mattapoisett School Committee will meet via Zoom to review and vote on the approval of two donations. The meeting is primarily focused on these financial contributions.

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Thu Oct 30, 2025

Select Board

Select Board to vote on appointing interim Board of Health member

The Mattapoisett Select Board will meet on October 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM in a hybrid Zoom/in‑person format. The board will discuss and vote on appointing an interim member to the town’s Board of Health to fill a current vacancy. The appointment will be made jointly with the existing Board of Health members.

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Thu Oct 30, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to appoint interim member to fill vacancy

The Mattapoisett Board of Health will discuss and vote on appointing an interim member to fill a current vacancy, a decision to be made jointly with the Select Board. The meeting will be held at the Mattapoisett Fire Station and is open to the public.

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Wed Oct 29, 2025

Center School and OHS School Council

Center School and OHS School Council to review school improvement plans

The Center School and Old Hammondtown School Council will review accomplishments from the 2024-2025 School Improvement Plan. The body will also discuss focus areas for 2025-2026 and provide a budget update.

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Wed Oct 29, 2025

Disability Commission

Commission will vote to approve June 25 meeting minutes

The Mattapoisett Disability Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its June 25, 2025 meeting. It will consider additional items from a survey that have been selected for funding. The board will discuss topics for future meetings and set the date for the next meeting.

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Wed Oct 29, 2025

Water & Sewer Commissioners

Commissioners will discuss plant update, Oakland St., and ADU account conversion

The Mattapoisett Water & Sewer Commissioners will accept the September 30, 2025 minutes, review correspondence, receive an update on the water treatment plant, discuss matters related to Oakland Street, consider revising the account conversion process for accessory dwelling units, review the sanitary survey, and handle other business.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Select Board

Public hearing on Eversource pole replacement on Mattapoisett Neck Road

The Select Board will vote to approve minutes from September 23 and October 14, 2025, accept a resignation and make two appointments to town commissions, and hold a public hearing on an Eversource pole replacement project. They will also discuss preliminary screening for an Animal Control Officer and set the date for the next meeting.

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Mon Oct 27, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to review wharf rehabilitation and residential projects

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for several new and continued project applications, including residential construction and town infrastructure. The body will also vote on an updated Consultant Fee Schedule.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

Board of Health

Board will hold executive session on nonunion personnel negotiations and Transfer Station

The Board of Health will meet in an executive session, as allowed by G.L. c. 30A (a)(2), to plan negotiations with nonunion personnel and discuss the Transfer Station position. The agenda also includes a discussion of Milton CAT estimates for a 966 excavator, a health agent’s report, and a vote to approve the minutes from 9/25/2025. The next meeting is tentatively set for 11/13/2025.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Open Space & Recreation Plan Steering Committee (OSRP)

Continued discussion on the draft survey for the Open Space & Recreation Plan

The Open Space & Recreation Plan Steering Committee will discuss the draft survey and review sections of the plan that need revision. They will also examine previous actions taken and plan the schedule, locations, activities, and outreach for upcoming public meetings. Minutes from the August 16 and September 16 meetings will be reviewed, and the next meeting date is set for December 16, 2025.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

Remote Zoom meeting to discuss water operations on Oct 21

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission will hold a remote meeting on October 21, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. via Zoom. The agenda includes a welcome/introduction, a discussion of municipal water operations, and adjournment. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

SRPEDD

SMMPO will vote on major transit funding adjustments for 2026‑2030

The Southeast Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization (SMMPO) will consider several roll‑call votes, including endorsement of a draft regional evacuation route plan and releases of public‑participation and language‑assistance plans for a 45‑day comment period. It will also vote on a proposed adjustment to the FY2026‑2030 Transportation Improvement Program that changes funding categories for Dartmouth Corridor improvements on Route 6 and moves two New Bedford demonstration projects to FY2026. Finally, an amendment to add Flex Funds for a Mansfield‑to‑Logan shuttle and increase costs for New Bedford intersection improvements will be voted on.

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Thu Oct 16, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Board will consider a special permit for 24 new motel units at 90‑92 Marion Road.

The Mattapoisett Zoning Board of Appeals will review two special permit applications. Case #1575 seeks approval to add 24 motel units at the Hillside Motel site (90‑92 Marion Road) in the General Business district. Case #1576 seeks a special permit to build a two‑story garage with a 384‑sq‑ft accessory dwelling unit at 18 Nashawena Road in the W30 district, replacing an existing shed. The board will vote on these proposals.

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Thu Oct 16, 2025

Library Trustees

Mattapoisett Library Trustees to meet October 16

The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Treasurer, Director, and Friends of the Library. The agenda includes an update on strategic planning.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Select Board

Select Board to interview Building Commissioner candidates

The Select Board will interview candidates for Building Commissioner and may vote on a selection. The board is also deciding on a bike path committee appointment and recreational fishing access.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

Commission to consider WTP Upgrades Project engineering amendment and agreement

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will review and approve the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes, hear the Treasurer’s report on invoices, and discuss updates on the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Upgrades Project, including an engineering amendment and a Round 2 agreement with Tata & Howard Engineering. Additional items include a discussion of cell phone antennas on the Sconticut Neck water tank and scheduling for the November meeting.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee to review Tata & Howard report

The committee will meet remotely to discuss water supply protection. The agenda includes a report from Tata & Howard and an update on the Annual Regional Meeting of Water Officials.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

Coalition reviews budget and health preparedness updates

The Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition will hold a virtual meeting to approve minutes, receive budget updates, and hear general updates from the Department of Public Health, the HMCC, and planners. The agenda also includes an ERF exercise update, BME strategies, a review of principles of operations, and discussion of old and new business items.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

Region 5C Coalition to hold elections for Executive Committee and LSAC Representative

The Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition will meet to receive budget and agency updates. The body will conduct elections for the Executive Committee and a Local Stakeholder Advisory Committee (LSAC) representative.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

Tree Committee

Tree Committee may vote on new tree planting sites, including bike path and Pearl Street

The Tree Committee will consider several agenda items, including approval of September 10, 2025 minutes and a treasurer report. A key item is the Tree City USA application. The committee may vote on updates to planting sites such as the bike path replacement, adding nine trees on Pearl Street, and replacing a memorial tree at Center School. Additional discussion will cover future planting requests at 28 Prospect Rd/Rock St side and a tree for the town’s 250th anniversary, plus a Tree Warden update and new business.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

Bike Path Committee

Bike Path Committee to discuss Phase 2A design and costs

The Bike Path Committee will meet with PARE representatives to discuss the project schedule and design costs for Phase 2A. The body will review path width reductions and abutters accommodations between Route 6 and Park St.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

SRPEDD

JTPG to vote on SMMPO public participation and language assistance plans

The Joint Transportation Planning Group is meeting to discuss regional transit updates and a draft Comprehensive Climate Action Plan. The body will vote on recommending two SMMPO plan updates for a 45-day public comment period.

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Sat Oct 4, 2025

Select Board

Town meeting to reconsider Select Board size increase

Residents will vote on whether to rescind a prior decision to increase the Select Board from three to five members. The meeting is scheduled for October 4, 2025, at the Old Rochester Regional High School.

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Thu Oct 2, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health interviews candidates for public health nurse

The Mattapoisett Board of Health will interview potential candidates for the Town's Public Health Nurse position. This is the sole agenda item for the October 2, 2025 meeting.

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Thu Oct 2, 2025

Historical Commission

Historical Commission will review reports and a FY 2027 grant request

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will receive a roll call, a secretary’s report, a treasurer’s report, and survey updates. The commission will discuss a CPAC grant request for fiscal year 2027. The meeting will also include updates to the town booklet before adjourning.

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Tue Sep 30, 2025

Water & Sewer Commissioners

Slough Road Sewer Application

The Water & Sewer Commissioners will consider several updates and applications, including a plant status report, an Oakland Street matter, a revision of account conversion to an ADU, an update on Eel Pond/Pease’s Point, and a sewer application for Slough Road. They will also accept the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting and address correspondence and other business.

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Thu Sep 25, 2025

Marine Advisory Board

Board will discuss reducing Marine Advisory Board membership

The Marine Advisory Board will meet on September 25, 2025 at the Town Hall conference room and via Zoom. The agenda includes approving minutes from the previous meeting, an update on the Long Wharf project, a review of harbormaster comments on the Waterfront Management Plan, and a discussion on reducing board members. The meeting will also record volunteer hours before adjourning.

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Thu Sep 25, 2025

Board of Health

Board will review development plans for 6 Meadowbrook Lane and Holly Woods Road.

The Board of Health will consider engineering plans for two properties: 6 Meadowbrook Lane (Map 148, Lot 85) prepared by Field Engineering, and a site on Holly Woods Road (Map 3, Lot 161A) prepared by Gorodetsky Engineering. The meeting will also include the Health Agent’s Report, a review of old business, a vote to approve minutes from prior meetings, and scheduling the next meeting date.

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Thu Sep 25, 2025

ORCTV

ORCTV Board to discuss new lease and computer purchases

The ORCTV Board of Directors will meet to review the treasurer and executive director reports. The board is scheduled to discuss a new lease and the purchase of computers.

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Wed Sep 24, 2025

Disability Commission

Disability Commission to discuss survey items for funding

The Disability Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and identify additional items from a survey to be chosen for funding. The commission will also determine future meeting topics and set the next meeting date.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Select Board

Select Board to appoint cemetery committee member and discuss interim health board

The Select Board will vote to appoint a member to the Advisory Committee for Town Cemeteries and Veterans Recognition, accept a resignation from the Finance Committee, and discuss appointing an interim member to the Board of Health. The meeting will also include a presentation on the Old Colony Community and the MSBA Project.

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Mon Sep 22, 2025

Conservation Commission

Commission votes on consultant fee schedule and reviews several development proposals

The Mattapoisett Conservation Commission will consider a vote to approve an updated consultant fee schedule. It will also hold public hearings on multiple development requests, including a solar field at 6 River Road and a garage with an ADU at 18 Nashawena Road. Additional items include a town‑wharf rehabilitation project and a request for a certificate of compliance at 9 Park Place.

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Mon Sep 22, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

Committee will review and approve the FY2027 Community Preservation Act application

The Mattapoisett Community Preservation Committee will discuss its organization, recap last year's process, and consider the FY2027 CPA application for approval. The meeting will also set the FY2027 process and meeting calendar, address other business, and take public input before adjourning.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Disability Commission

Joint School Committee Subcommittee to discuss Superintendent evaluation

The Superintendent’s Goals Subcommittee will meet to discuss the end of cycle summative evaluation process for the Superintendent. The body will review the evaluation form, timeline, and evidence submission format.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Board will consider a special permit for a highway barn addition in the Aquifer District.

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two petitions at this meeting. The first petition, from Christopher and Carol Brennan, seeks to construct a 12.5‑by‑22‑foot screened porch/mudroom on the right side of their dwelling at 18 West Hill Road, which is in Zoning District RR30. The second petition, from the Town Highway Department (Garrett Bauer), requests a special permit to add to the rear of the highway barn at 5 Mendell, located in the River Aquifer Protection District and Zoning District RR45. The board will decide whether to approve each request.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

ORR District School Committee

School Committee will discuss superintendent evaluation process

The Mattapoisett ORR District School Committee will meet on September 18, 2025 to approve the June 9, 2025 minutes and to discuss the superintendent’s end‑of‑cycle summative evaluation. Committee members will review the evaluation process, the presentation and evidence submission format, the evaluation form, and the timeline for completing the review.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Library Trustees

Library Trustees to discuss circulation policy and Marine Room updates

The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Treasurer and Director. The board is scheduled to discuss updates to the circulation policy and the Marine Room.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Cemetery / Memorial Advisory Committee

Committee to approve minutes, set next meeting date, and review memorial programs

The Advisory Committee for Town Cemeteries and Veterans Recognition will consider accepting the minutes from its previous meeting and will set the date for its next gathering. It will receive a Comptroller’s report and a report on the memorial brick and bench program. The meeting will also include introductions of a new board member and updates on a S.A.R. dedication, a bike‑path bench, and upcoming cemetery projects.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

ORR District School Committee

District Wellness Committee meets to review wellness program policy

The District Wellness Committee is meeting to introduce members and review the updated District Wellness Program Policy. The body will discuss the purpose of the committee and establish a meeting schedule through May 2026.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Open Space & Recreation Plan Steering Committee (OSRP)

OSRP committee to finalize survey questions for 2025 plan

The Open Space & Recreation Plan Steering Committee will meet to discuss finalizing survey questions and set the date for the next meeting on October 20, 2025.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

SRPEDD

Draft Regional Evacuation Route Plan to be released for 21‑day public comment

The Southeast Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will approve the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes and hear public comments. It will receive updates on several transportation plans and present the FY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program close‑out. A roll‑call vote will decide whether to release the Draft Regional Evacuation Route Plan for a 21‑day public comment period.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition Executive Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee will meet to review budget and general updates from the Department of Public Health (DPH) and HMCC. The body will also review the Principles of Operations.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coalition to meet September 11

The coalition will meet via Zoom to receive budget and general updates from the DPH, HMCC, and planners. The body will also discuss nominations for the Executive Committee and LSAC Representative.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to interview Public Health Nurse candidates and approve meeting minutes

The Mattapoisett Board of Health will interview candidates for the town’s Public Health Nurse position. The board will also hear the Health Agent’s report, vote to approve minutes from six previous meetings, and set a tentative date for the next meeting on September 25, 2025.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Mattapoisett School Committee

School Committee to approve donations and handbook revisions

The Mattapoisett School Committee will meet to approve donations totaling $1,306.40, review a revised student handbook, and reorganize for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting will also include reports from various school departments and an executive session.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025

Tree Committee

Tree Committee to discuss new plantings and replacements

The Tree Committee will review updates on bike path plantings and identify future planting locations. The body will also discuss specific tree replacements at Town Hall, Center School, and 98A Mattapoisett Neck Rd.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025

Bike Path Committee

Committee discusses Phase 2A bike path plans, including Railroad Ave treatment

The Mattapoisett Bike Path Committee will review updates on Phase 1 B and Phase 2A of the town’s bike path project. Topics include deck delineation on the main boardwalk, safety concerns on North Street, and the possible exclusion of Railroad Avenue from the larger project. The committee will hear reports from MassDOT units, the town planner, and will consider a nomination to the Open Space and Recreation Plan committee. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025

SRPEDD

JTPG to vote on recommending a regional evacuation route plan

The Joint Transportation Planning Group will meet to discuss transit updates, a draft evacuation route plan, and mobility plans. A roll call vote is required to recommend the evacuation route plan to the Southeastern Metropolitan Planning Organization.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Select Board

Board to approve $6.58M municipal bond for multiple infrastructure projects

The Select Board will vote to accept the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes, appoint an interim member to the Board of Health, and approve a $6,580,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan to Bancroft Capital, LLC for several road and sewer projects. They will also set a date, open, close, and approve the warrant for a Special Town Meeting, and discuss a complaint filed under the Open Meeting Law. Additional announcements include the Town Scholarship Committee and the Old Colony MSBA Building Project.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Housing Authority

Warrants review and approval at Mattapoisett Housing Authority meeting

The Mattapoisett Housing Authority Board will consider approving the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting, receive a financial update for July and August 2025, and review and approve warrants. The board will also hear the Executive Director’s update and receive updates on construction projects and fire safety. Public and board input will be solicited before adjournment.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to discuss and vote on appointing an interim member

The Mattapoisett Board of Health will hold a joint meeting with the Selectboard. The agenda item is to discuss and vote on appointing an interim member to the Board of Health. The meeting will take place at the fire station (62 County Road) and via Zoom.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

MRVWDC to discuss water treatment plant upgrades and operations

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will meet to review treatment plant operations and the WTP Upgrades Project. The commission will also discuss a report from Tata & Howard.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee

Committee will discuss the MRV Advisory Subcommittee’s groundwater modeling update.

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee will review and approve the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. The treasurer will present a financial report. Members will hold elections for committee positions and receive an update on groundwater modeling. An annual regional meeting of water officials is also on the agenda.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to review town wharf rehabilitation and residential projects

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on a new residential reconstruction and the ongoing rehabilitation of the Town Wharf. The body will also consider several certificates of compliance and a vote to approve an updated consultant fee schedule.

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Thu Sep 4, 2025

Historical Commission

Historical Commission to discuss FY 2026 goals and 250th celebration

The Mattapoisett Historical Commission will meet to review secretary and treasurer reports and a survey update. The body will discuss goals for FY 2026, the 250th celebration, and an organizational review.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Select Board

Select Board to vote on appointments, resignations, and Eversource public hearings

The Mattapoisett Select Board will vote on accepting meeting minutes, appointing members to the OSRP Steering Committee, and accepting resignations from the Marine Advisory Board. The board will also hold public hearings for Eversource's proposed utility work on Randall Street and Crystal Springs Road.

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Fri Aug 22, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to interview candidates for Public Health Nurse

The Board of Health is meeting for an executive session. The body will interview potential candidates for the Town of Mattapoisett Public Health Nurse position.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Open Space & Recreation Plan Steering Committee (OSRP)

Open Space & Recreation Plan Steering Committee meets to organize

The Open Space & Recreation Plan (OSRP) Steering Committee will meet to organize the committee and review the planning process. The group will discuss the review schedule, expectations, and the OSRP land inventory.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply District Commission (MRVWDC)

Commission to discuss water tower cell phone carriers and plant upgrades

The Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission will meet to review operational updates and project reports. The agenda includes discussions on cell phone carriers using water towers and upgrades to the water treatment plant.

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