Nahant public meetings in 2025

Nahant Open Space Committee

The Nahant Open Space Committee will meet on December 30, 2025 via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of minutes and discussion of a letter of support for the East Point Project. The meeting is open to the public.

• Letter of support for the East Point Project

Nahant Sailing Program

The Nahant Sailing Program is holding a meeting to plan for the 2026 season, including scheduling and leadership. The agenda is focused on organizational planning for the upcoming year.

• 2026 season planning
• Schedule discussion
• Leadership discussion

Board of Assessors Meeting

The Board of Assessors will meet via Zoom to handle regular business including approving prior minutes, reviewing financial items such as FY2026 vouchers and budget, and discussing unfinished business regarding a Wellseley Healthcare abatement case. The agenda is largely procedural with routine administrative and financial tasks.

• Vote to approve vouchers for FY2026
• FY2026 Budget report
• Wellseley Healthcare (Jesmond) ATB Case – FY2026 abatement application
• Veterans Exemptions Guidelines & rules
• FY2026 RE & PP abatement process

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will vote to appoint full-time police officers, approve annual liquor, entertainment, common victualler, and used car dealership licenses, and surplus DPW equipment and vehicles. The board will also discuss a lead water service lines project update and adjourn to executive session for litigation strategy regarding a pending Housing Court case.

• Vote to appoint full-time police officers to the Nahant Police Department
• Vote to approve annual liquor, entertainment, common victualler, and used car dealership licenses
• Vote to surplus DPW equipment and vehicle
• Lead water service lines project update
• Executive session for litigation strategy in Town of Nahant v. Susan and Anthony Alessi

Nahant Conservation Commission

The Nahant Conservation Commission will consider a request from Mass Audubon for a three-year extension to the ecological restoration Order of Conditions at 50 Wharf Street. The commission will also discuss a letter to the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions regarding East Point. Approval of meeting minutes from October 15, 2025, is also on the agenda.

• Request for Permit Extension, 50 Wharf Street (047-0566) Mass Audubon – three-year extension to ecological restoration Order of Conditions
• Discussion regarding letter to MACC about East Point
• Approval of Meeting Minutes – October 15, 2025

CANCELLED Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda would have included approving minutes, discussing an interpretive panel at Wharf, and a CPC grant application.

• Meeting cancelled
• Interpretive Panel at Wharf
• CPC Grant Application

Nahant Public Library, Board of Trustees

The Nahant Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on December 16, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes approving minutes, a director's report, and committee reports. New business items are a director self-evaluation and policy updates for the Collection and Meeting Spaces.

• Approve minutes of the November 18 Board of Trustees meeting
• Director's report and building report
• Building Committee, Fundraising Committee, and Friends reports
• Director self-evaluation as new business
• Policy updates for Collection and Meeting Spaces

AMENDED – Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will meet via Zoom on December 8, 2025, to adjourn to executive session for strategy on contract negotiations with the new town administrator, then vote to approve the employment agreement. The board will also vote on a Community Preservation Committee member appointment.

• Vote to approve employment agreement with the new town administrator
• Executive session for contract negotiation strategy with the new town administrator
• Vote to approve a Community Preservation Committee member appointment

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee will meet on December 8, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes old business such as approving minutes, discussing finances, and updating project statuses. New business involves reviewing eligibility applications received for the December 8 deadline.

• Review eligibility applications received for the 12.8.25 deadline
• Discussion of finances and previously approved projects
• Update on project calendar and submission process

Nahant Housing Authority

The Nahant Housing Authority will meet to vote on the FY26 executive director salary schedule and budget, approve meeting minutes and accounts payable warrants, and discuss a change order and an elevator service contract up for renewal. The board will also receive a vacancy report and hear commissioner input.

• Approval of FY26 Executive Director salary schedule and budget
• Approval of accounts payable warrant dates 11/1/2025-11/30/2025
• Approval of change order #200079
• Discussion and vote on elevator service contract renewal

Emergency Nahant Housing Authority

The Nahant Housing Authority will hold an emergency Zoom meeting on December 4, 2025, to discuss and vote on the renewal of the elevator service contract. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

• Vote on elevator service contract renewal

Council on Aging

The Nahant Council on Aging is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, treasurer's and director's reports, and key discussion points such as reviewing the COA Kitchen Operations Survey, creating a new call sheet, and discussing employment and board openings.

• Review COA Kitchen Operations Survey by Farris Von Meter
• Create new updated call sheet from Board Members
• Discuss employment and board openings

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will discuss a winter parking ban and receive updates on the Special Town Meeting, a sewer main break, and the Code Red emergency system. The board will also adjourn to executive session to prepare for contract negotiations with the new Town Administrator.

• Winter parking ban discussion
• Special Town Meeting recap
• Sewer Main Break update
• Code Red System update
• Executive session for Town Administrator contract negotiations

PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will review comments and concerns raised at the November 19, 2025 Special Town Meeting regarding the new MBTA 3A multi-family zoning bylaw and zoning map. The board will also discuss a sunset clause, map update, and status of the final submission to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC). Other agenda items include approving prior minutes, reviewing correspondence, a treasurer's report, and filling an alternate member vacancy.

• Review comments and concerns from November 19 Special Town Meeting on MBTA 3A zoning bylaw and map
• Discussion of sunset clause, map update, and EOHLC final submission status
• Approve prior meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Vacancy for alternate member position

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet on December 2, 2025, to discuss and possibly vote on the proposed 2026-2027 budget for Johnson Elementary School. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, superintendent and principal reports, and personnel updates.

• Possible school committee action on proposed 2026-2027 JES School Budget
• Reading and approval of minutes from November 18, 2025
• Superintendent's Report
• Principal's Report
• Personnel Updates

SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

The Nahant Board of Selectmen is holding a special town meeting to discuss and vote on amending the town's zoning bylaws to comply with the MBTA 3A Zoning Act (Massachusetts General Law 40A Section 3A). The meeting will take place on November 19, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Nahant Town Hall Main Hall. This is the only item on the agenda.

• Discussion and vote to amend Nahant Zoning Bylaws for compliance with MBTA 3A Multi-Family Zoning Act

NAHANT PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to discuss recent resident concerns about the proposed zoning by-law Section 16: Multi-Family Overlay District and 3A/MBTA zoning, ahead of the Special Town Meeting later that evening. The board will also review correspondence and vote to adjourn.

• Discuss resident concerns about proposed zoning by-law Section 16: Multi-Family Overlay District (3A/MBTA)
• Review any correspondence received by the board
• Special Town Meeting scheduled for November 19, 2025 at 7:00pm in Town Hall

Nahant Public Library, Board of Trustees

The Nahant Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting on November 18, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes approving prior meeting minutes, receiving the director's and building committee reports, and discussing new business on security.

• Approve minutes of the September 30 Board of Trustees meeting
• Director's report and Director's Building Report
• Building Committee and Fundraising Committee reports
• New Business: Security discussion
• Old Business items

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet to discuss and possibly vote on the proposed 2026-2027 budget for Johnson Elementary School. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, payment of bills, and reports from the superintendent and principal.

• Possible school committee action on proposed 2026-2027 JES School Budget
• Reading and approval of minutes from 11-4-25
• Examination and authorization for payment of bills
• Superintendent's report
• Principal's report

Joint Meeting – Board of Selectmen, Advisory and Finance Committee and Planning Board

The Board of Selectmen, Advisory and Finance Committee, and Planning Board are holding a joint meeting to prepare for the Special Town Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 7:00pm at Town Hall. The agenda includes only meeting opening, preparation discussion, and adjournment. No specific articles, proposals, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Special Town Meeting preparation on November 19, 2025 at 7:00pm at Town Hall

Nahant CPC Public Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee is holding a public meeting to discuss the FY2027 grant process. The meeting covers funding categories including open space, community housing, and historical preservation. Applications are due December 8, 2025, with Town Meeting votes scheduled for April 2026.

• FY2027 grant process overview for Community Preservation Act funds
• Funding categories: Open Space and Recreation, Community Housing, Historical Preservation
• Eligibility applications due December 8, 2025; full applications due January 30, 2026
• Town Meeting vote on each article scheduled for April 2026
• Funding becomes available July 2026

Nahant Housing Authority

The Nahant Housing Authority will meet to vote on several administrative and financial items, including approval of accounts payable warrants, a language access plan, a user agreement, a service inspection contract, and the FY25 year-end financials. The meeting will also include a vacancy report and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of accounts payable warrants for 9/1/25-9/30/25 and 10/1/25-10/31/25
• Approval of NHA Language Access Plan Attachment A
• Approval of standard user agreement between NHA and PHANetwork
• Approval of service inspection contract between NHA and Kraft Power
• Approval of FY25 Year End Financials, top 5 compensation, and lead paint law forms

NAHANT PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will discuss recent resident concerns about the proposed zoning by-law Section 16 (Multi-Family Overlay District) and the upcoming Special Town Meeting on November 19, 2025. The board will also review roadwork and sidewalk plans for Castle/Gardner/Goddard roads and familiarize itself with a Wireless Special Permit application.

• Discuss resident concerns about proposed zoning by-law Section 16: Multi-Family Overlay District and Zoning Map (3A/MBTA)
• Prepare for Special Town Meeting rehearsal on November 19, 2025 at 7:00pm in Town Hall
• Discuss proposed Castle/Gardner/Goddard roadwork and sidewalk plans from the Board of Selectmen
• Familiarize with a Special Permit application for Wireless Special Permit per zoning by-laws Section 13

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss old and new business, including finances, previously approved projects, and the project submission process. The agenda includes minutes approval, updates on ongoing projects, and community discussion. No specific project names or dollar amounts are listed.

• Review of previously approved projects (in process, incomplete, complete)
• Discussion of finances and calendar
• Process for submitting and considering new projects
• Community discussion period

BOARD OF ASSESSORS MEETING

The Board of Assessors will meet to handle regular business including approving prior minutes, reviewing correspondence, and discussing the absentee report. Financial items include a vote on FY2026 vouchers, a budget report, the tax rate process, and abatement and exemption procedures. Unfinished business includes a Wellesley Healthcare (Jesmond) ATB case with a submitted FY2026 abatement application.

• Vote to approve vouchers for FY2026
• FY2026 Tax Rate Process discussion
• FY2026 RE & PP abatement process
• Wellesley Healthcare (Jesmond) ATB case – FY2026 abatement application
• Former Military Housing RE billing

Council on Aging Meeting

The Nahant Council on Aging is meeting to discuss board goals, create an updated call sheet, and onboard new members. The agenda includes standard reports and old/new business. No major policy decisions or financial items are listed.

• Create updated call sheet of Board Members
• Discuss goals and ideas from Board Members
• Discuss new Board Members

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will vote on approving event requests for the annual PTO Christmas tree sales at the lowlands parking lot and will adjourn to executive session to prepare for contract negotiations with the new Town Administrator. The meeting also includes updates on leaf pickup, compost area hours, and the upcoming Special Town Meeting on November 19.

• Vote to approve event request for PTO Christmas tree sales at lowlands parking lot
• Adjourn to executive session for contract negotiations with new Town Administrator
• Fall curbside leaf pickup every Monday until November 24; biodegradable bags only
• Special Town Meeting on November 19 at 7:00pm at Nahant Town Hall
• Town Hall closed November 11 (Veterans Day) and November 27-28 (Thanksgiving)

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear reports, and discuss new business including the formation of a JES Strategic Plan Development Committee and a version two of the proposed FY27 school budget. The meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2025 at Johnson School Room 201 and via Zoom.

• Formation of JES Strategic Plan Development Committee
• FY27 Version Two of the proposed 2026-2027 JES School Budget
• Approval of minutes from 9-23-25, 10-6-25, and 10-21-25
• Examination and authorization for payment of bills
• Superintendent's and Principal's reports

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will hold a public meeting on October 29, 2025, via Zoom. The only substantive item is a closed executive session to prepare for contract negotiations with the incoming Town Administrator. No votes or decisions are scheduled for the open portion.

Nahant PLANNING BOARD Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to discuss recent resident concerns about the proposed zoning by-law Section 16: Multi-Family Overlay District and Zoning Map (3A/MBTA) ahead of the November 19 Special Town Meeting. The board will also review proposed roadwork and sidewalk plans for Castle/Gardner/Goddard roads and familiarize itself with a wireless special permit application. The meeting is hybrid, held in person and via Zoom.

• Discuss resident concerns about proposed zoning by-law Section 16: Multi-Family Overlay District (3A/MBTA) ahead of November 19 Special Town Meeting
• Review proposed Castle/Gardner/Goddard roadwork and sidewalk plans from the Board of Selectmen
• Familiarize with a Special Permit application for a Wireless Special Permit per zoning bylaw Section 13
• Approve prior meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report and public comments

Nahant Cultural Council

The Nahant Cultural Council will meet on October 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall lower conference room. The agenda includes reviewing prior meeting minutes and reviewing grant applications to make funding decisions.

• Review prior meeting minutes
• Review grant applications and make funding decisions

Nahant Sailing Program Committee Meeting

The Nahant Sailing Program Committee is meeting on October 27, 2025, at 172 Willow Road to discuss the season review, committee needs, winter maintenance, and preliminary planning for the 2026 season. Chairperson Eric Kirton is leading the meeting.

• Season review of the 2025 sailing program
• Discussion of committee needs and winter maintenance
• Preliminary planning for the 2026 season

Nahant CPC meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee (CPC) will meet to review FY2026 funded projects and the project review process, and to begin planning for FY2027 funding prospects and public engagement. The agenda includes introductions, approval of prior meeting minutes, and discussion of integration with town committees and administration.

• Review of FY2026 funding and project status
• Discussion of FY2027 funding prospects and project review process
• Public discussion and future meeting dates

AMENDED_Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will vote to schedule a Special Town Meeting in November 2025 and open the warrant to add articles on MBTA 3A Communities multi-family zoning. They will also discuss and possibly vote to appoint a new Town Administrator under the Nahant Town Administrator Act. The meeting is held via Zoom with login information available by request.

• Vote to schedule a date for Special Town Meeting in November 2025 at Nahant Town Hall
• Vote to add Section 3A/MBTA Communities Zoning By-Law article(s) to the Special Town Meeting warrant
• Discussion and possible vote to appoint a new Town Administrator pursuant to Section 4 of the Nahant Town Administrator Act
• Vote to authorize the Town Administrator to apply for grants/loans for water pollution abatement and drinking water projects
• Real Estate Bills due November 3, 2025; fall curbside leaf pickup every Monday until November 24th

AMENDED_Advisory and Finance Committee Meeting

The Advisory and Finance Committee will discuss the proposed 3A zoning by-law, which is the subject of an upcoming Special Town Meeting. The meeting also includes administrative items and a public forum.

• Discuss 3A proposed zoning By-Law for Special Town Meeting
• Administrative items
• Public forum

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will vote to schedule a Special Town Meeting in November 2025 and to open, amend, and close the warrant, including adding articles related to MBTA Communities 3A multi-family zoning. The board will also discuss and possibly vote to appoint a new Town Administrator. The meeting is held via Zoom with login information available by request.

• Vote to schedule a Special Town Meeting in November 2025 at Nahant Town Hall
• Vote to add Section 3A/MBTA Communities Zoning By-Law articles to the warrant
• Discussion and possible vote to appoint a new Town Administrator
• Metal/white goods/TV/computer recycling last Saturday October 25, 8am-12pm behind DPW garage
• Fall curbside leaf pickup every Monday until November 24; biodegradable bags only

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a contract for a new Special Services Director, formation of a Strategic Plan Development Committee, and a first draft of the proposed 2026-2027 JES School Budget. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, bills, and reports from the Superintendent and Principal.

• Approval of a contract for a new JES Special Services Director
• Formation of JES Strategic Plan Development Committee
• First draft presentation of the proposed 2026-2027 JES School Budget by Superintendent Liebow
• Facilities Use Policy Changes (Old Business)
• Approval of minutes from 9-23-25 and 10-6-25 regular meetings

CANCELLED _Continuance of dvisory and Finance Committee Meeting from October 16th

This meeting of the Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee was cancelled. It was originally scheduled as a continuance of an October 16th meeting to discuss the proposed 3A zoning by-law for an upcoming Special Town Meeting.

• Meeting cancelled; no decisions or discussions occurred

Advisory and Finance Committee Meeting

The Advisory and Finance Committee will discuss the proposed MBTA 3A multi-family zoning bylaw, which is the subject of an upcoming Special Town Meeting. The meeting will also include welcoming new members, administrative items, and a public forum.

• Discuss 3A proposed zoning By-Law for upcoming Special Town Meeting
• Welcome new members
• Administrative items
• Public forum

CONSERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING

The Nahant Conservation Committee will meet on October 15, 2025, to consider a Request for Determination of Applicability from Steven and Helen Fawcett for a proposed extension of a covered patio and deck at 148 Wilson Road, within the 100-foot buffer zone to the Coastal Bank. The committee will also approve minutes from its September 17, 2025 meeting.

• Request for Determination of Applicability, 148 Wilson Road — proposed covered patio and deck extension within 100-foot coastal buffer zone
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 17, 2025

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will hold a Zoom meeting on October 15, 2025, to discuss and vote on three new items: a potential rodenticide bylaw, approval of lobster trap storage leases, and an event request for the Nahant Lions Club Annual Turkey Shoot. The meeting will also include updates on the town administrator search, MBTA corridor projects, and fall waste collection schedules.

• Vote to approve lobster trap storage leases
• Vote to approve Nahant Lions Club Annual Turkey Shoot event
• Potential new bylaw on rodenticide use in town
• Fall curbside leaf pickup schedule (Mondays until Nov 24, biodegradable bags only)
• Water/sewer/trash bills due Oct 20, real estate bills due Nov 3

Open Space and Recreation Meeting

The Nahant Open Space and Recreation Committee will meet via Zoom on October 14, 2025. They plan to approve minutes from the September meeting, discuss visitor safety and panels at Lodge Park, and consider an interpretive panel at Wharf. New business includes discussion of the next Community Preservation Act grant application.

• Discussion of Lodge Park panels and visitor safety
• Interpretive panel at Wharf
• Next CPC grant application

Nahant Public Library, Board of Trustees

The Nahant Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the minutes from the September 30 meeting and receive reports from the library director, building committee, fundraising committee, and Friends of the Library group. The board will also address old and new business items, including a special collection policy and filming requests.

• Approve minutes of the September 30 Board of Trustees Meeting
• Review Director’s Building Report
• Discuss Special Collection Policy updates
• Consider requests for filming at the library
• Review Book Appraisals

Town Administrator Search Committee (TASC)

The Town Administrator Search Committee (TASC) will meet to approve minutes and then move into executive session to interview candidates for the town administrator position. No public votes or decisions on the final selection are scheduled during this meeting.

• Move to enter executive session to interview candidates
• Approve minutes from prior meeting

Nahant Cultural Council

The Nahant Cultural Council is meeting on October 8, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the Town Hall lower conference room. The agenda is to meet with James Hyder to discuss his interests and background and the work of the council.

• Meet with James Hyder to discuss his interests and background and the work of the Nahant Cultural Council

Planning Board Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to approve minutes and review a proposed recommendation for compliance with Article 3A, which relates to MBTA multi-family zoning requirements. The board may also discuss old and new business before adjourning.

• Review of Proposed Recommendation for Article 3A compliance following hearing
• Approval of unapproved minutes

AMENDED-School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet on October 6, 2025, to discuss the formation of a Strategic Plan Development Committee for Johnson Elementary School, review preliminary goals, and hear the annual accountability and MCAS results report for the 2024-2025 school year. The meeting will also cover enrollment numbers, personnel updates, and a preliminary budget discussion for the 2026-2027 school year.

• Formation of JES Strategic Plan Development Committee
• Annual Accountability and MCAS Results Report for 2024-2025
• October 1st Enrollment Numbers
• Preliminary School Committee Goals Discussion
• Preliminary budget discussion for 2026-2027 school year

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet to discuss the 2024-2025 MCAS results and annual accountability report, and consider forming a Strategic Plan Development Committee for Johnson Elementary School. The meeting will also include preliminary goals discussion and enrollment numbers. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval, bill payments, and reports from the superintendent and principal.

• Formation of JES Strategic Plan Development Committee
• Preliminary School Committee Goals Discussion
• October 1st Enrollment Numbers
• Annual Accountability and MCAS Results Report for 2024-2025
• Preliminary budget discussion for 2026-2027 school year

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will vote on buying back two cemetery plots at Greenlawn Cemetery and on approving meeting minutes. They will also discuss updates to the MBTA 3A Zoning by-law and the Lynnway Multimodal Corridor Project. The meeting includes several administrative announcements about holidays, recycling, leaf pickup, and utility bills.

• Vote to buy back two cemetery plots at Greenlawn Cemetery
• Vote to approve Board of Selectmen Meeting Minutes
• MBTA 3A Zoning By-law update discussion
• MBTA – Lynnway Multimodal Corridor Project public meeting on October 9, 2025
• Water/Sewer/Trash bills due October 20, 2025; Real Estate bills due November 2, 2025

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging is meeting to review reports and discuss new ideas for facilities, programs, and goals. The vice chair will run the meeting. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Secretary's report and approval of minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Director's report
• New business: discuss ideas for improved facilities, programs and goals

Nahant Public Library Trustees Meeting

The Nahant Public Library Trustees will meet to approve minutes from July 15, receive reports from the director, building committee, fundraising committee, and Friends group, and discuss a new special collection policy for historic books.

• Approve minutes of July 15 Board of Trustees meeting
• Director's report and building report
• Building Committee report
• Fundraising Committee report
• New Business: Special Collection policy and historic books

BOARD OF ASSESSORS- Joint meeting with BOS

The Nahant Board of Selectmen and Board of Assessors will hold a joint public hearing on September 23, 2025, to decide whether to adopt a single tax rate for all property classes or use different rates for residential, commercial, industrial, open space, and personal property. The hearing will include a presentation by the Town Assessor. The Board will also consider exemptions for small commercial businesses and owner-occupied residential properties.

• Public hearing on whether to use a single tax rate or different rates for property classes for Fiscal Year 2026
• Consideration of exemptions for small commercial businesses and owner-occupied residential properties
• Presentation by Town Assessor and Board of Assessors

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear superintendent and principal reports, and discuss new business including an opening-of-school report, hiring updates, formation of a JES Strategic Plan Development Committee, preliminary goals, and a field trip to the greenhouse. The meeting is hybrid, held at Johnson School Room 201 and via Zoom.

• Formation of JES Strategic Plan Development Committee (2 School Committee Members?)
• Preliminary School Committee Goals Discussion
• School Committee Field Trip for a quick first time look at the Greenhouse
• Opening of School Report
• Hiring Updates

AMENDED PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING

The Nahant Planning Board will hold a hybrid public hearing on September 23, 2025, to consider adding a new Section 16: Multi-family Overlay District to the town's zoning by-law. The proposed amendment is intended to comply with state law (M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 3A) regarding MBTA communities and multi-family housing. The board will take public comments during the hearing.

• Proposal to add Section 16: Multi-family Overlay District to the Nahant Zoning By-Law
• Amendment is required to comply with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A, Section 3A (MBTA Community; Multi-Family Housing)
• Hybrid hearing: in-person at Town Hall (334 Nahant Road, lower level, Conference Room #2) and via Zoom
• Public comments may be sent to Planning Board Chair Sheila Hambleton at [email protected] prior to the hearing
• A copy of the proposed amendment is posted on nahant.org and available for inspection at the Town Clerk's office

Board of Selectmen Tax Classification Public Hearing

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on September 23, 2025, to decide whether to adopt a single tax rate for all property classes or use different rates for residential, commercial, industrial, open space, and personal property. The town currently uses a single tax rate. The board will also consider exemptions for small commercial businesses and owner-occupied residential properties.

• Public hearing on tax classification for Fiscal Year 2026
• Decision on single vs. multiple tax rates for property classes
• Consideration of exemptions for small commercial businesses and owner-occupied residential properties
• Presentation by Town Assessor and Board of Assessors

AMENDED – Board of Selectmen Tax Classification Hearing

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing to let residents speak on whether the town should keep its single tax rate for all property classes or adopt different rates for residential, commercial, industrial, open-space, and personal property in FY2026. The hearing will include a presentation by the Town Assessor and Board of Assessors, and the Selectmen will vote at the end on the classification method and possible small-business and owner-occupied exemptions.

• Public hearing on FY2026 tax classification method (single rate vs. class-based rates)
• Vote on utility-bill liens
• Presentation by Town Assessor and Board of Assessors
• Consider exemptions for small commercial businesses and owner-occupied residential properties

Town Administrator Search Committee (2025)

The Nahant Town Administrator Search Committee meets to conduct due diligence, set future meeting dates, and adjourn to an executive session to review Town Administrator job applicants. No decisions are made in public session.

• Executive session to consider applicants for Town Administrator position
• Set future meeting dates for the search process

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee will meet to review reference feedback for designer finalists and establish a ranked list based on evaluation criteria. The committee includes representatives from the police, fire, emergency management, and finance departments.

• Review reference feedback received for the designer finalists
• Establish ranked list of designers based on evaluation criteria
• Review and approve prior meeting minutes if quorum is present

Nahant Conservation Commission Meeting

The Nahant Conservation Commission will meet on September 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The main item is a Notice of Intent for property landscaping and installation of ocean access stairs within a Coastal Bank and its 100-foot buffer zone at 49 Little Nahant Road. The commission will also consider approval of meeting minutes from August 20, 2025.

• Notice of Intent for landscaping and ocean access stairs at 49 Little Nahant Road
• Property owners: Nicholas Grund and John Dick
• Project involves work within Coastal Bank and 100-foot buffer zone
• Approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Joint Meeting – Board of Selectmen and Nahant Housing Authority

The Board of Selectmen and the Nahant Housing Authority will hold a joint meeting to vote on filling a vacancy on the Housing Authority. The agenda also includes votes on meeting minutes and event requests, an update on the Cultural Council grant application, and discussion of electric bike and scooter laws.

• Joint vote to fill a vacancy on the Nahant Housing Authority
• Vote to approve event requests: Nahant Johnson School 6th grade car wash and Nahant PTO Halloween Bash
• Cultural Council open grant application update
• Discussion of electric bike and electric scooter laws
• Town Administrator update on MBTA Lynnway Multimodal Corridor Project public meeting

Planning Board Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will hold a brief meeting to discuss the upcoming public hearing on the Section 16: 3A/MBTA zoning by-law and map, and to prepare for the Special Town Meeting. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and take public comments.

• Discuss upcoming public hearing on Section 16: 3A/MBTA zoning by-law and map
• Prepare for Special Town Meeting, including dates and written reports
• Approve minutes from September 2, 2025 meeting
• Public comments and questions

TA SEARCH COMMITTEE Meeting

The TA Search Committee is meeting to discuss candidates for the Town Administrator position. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and a move to enter executive session to discuss candidates. The meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Town Hall Room 1.

• Move to enter Executive Session to discuss candidates

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee will meet to finalize evaluations of proposals received under the RFQ, establish a ranked list of designers, and review prior meeting minutes. The committee is chaired by Austin Antrim and includes chiefs of police and fire, emergency management, finance, and resident and union representatives.

• Finalize evaluation of proposals per RFQ criteria
• Establish ranked list of designers
• Review and approve prior meeting minutes

Board of Assessors Meeting

The Board of Assessors will meet to handle regular business including approving prior minutes, reviewing financial items for FY2026 such as the tax rate setting process, vouchers, and the budget report. They will also discuss the upcoming tax classification hearing, updated senior exemptions, and a pending case involving Wellesley Healthcare (Jesmond) at the Appellate Tax Board.

• Vote to approve vouchers for FY2026
• FY2026 tax rate setting process discussion
• Upcoming tax classification hearing
• Updated senior exemptions spreadsheet and CPA income sheet
• Wellesley Healthcare (Jesmond) ATB case as unfinished business

CANCELLED _School Committee Meeting

This meeting of the Nahant School Committee was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

TA SEARCH COMMITTEE Meeting

The TA Search Committee is meeting to discuss candidates for the Town Administrator position. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and a move to enter executive session to discuss candidates. This is a procedural meeting focused on the search process.

• Move to enter Executive Session to discuss candidates

Nahant Housing Authority

The Nahant Housing Authority will meet to approve minutes from July 28, 2025, and vote on accounts payable warrants for July and August 2025. The board will also discuss a vacancy report and the upcoming meeting schedule. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of July 28, 2025 board meeting minutes (board vote)
• Approval of accounts payable warrant dates 7/1/25-7/31/25 (board vote)
• Approval of accounts payable warrant dates 8/1/25-8/30/25 (board vote)
• Vacancy Report
• Discuss upcoming meeting schedule

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee is meeting to review responses to a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) due September 3, 2025, and may begin evaluating proposals. The committee includes town officials and union representatives. This is a procedural step in selecting a designer for public safety projects.

• Review responses to RFQ (deadline September 3, 2025)
• Possibly begin evaluation of proposals based on RFQ criteria
• Review and approve prior meeting minutes if quorum is present

CANCELLED _Nahant Cutural Council

This meeting of the Nahant Cultural Council has been cancelled. The agenda listed only one item: Publicity/Marketing. The meeting was scheduled for September 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall Conference Room.

• Meeting cancelled — no decisions or discussions took place
• Agenda item: Publicity/Marketing (not acted upon due to cancellation)
• Organizer: Peg Curran, [email protected]
• Posted by Town Clerk on August 28, 2025

Council on Aging Meeting

The Nahant Council on Aging is meeting to set and discuss goals for the upcoming year, including kitchen needs and development, as well as increasing participation in programs. The agenda also includes reports from the secretary, treasurer, and director, and the election of officers.

• Set and discuss goals for upcoming year, including kitchen needs and development
• Increase participation in programs
• Election of officers
• Secretary's report
• Treasurer's report

AMENDED – Board of Selectmen acting as the Local Liquor Licensing Authority – Meeting and Hearing

The Nahant Board of Selectmen, acting as the Local Liquor Licensing Authority, will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the liquor license for the Nahant Knights of Columbus at 17 Relay Yard. The board will also discuss and possibly vote on the MBTA 3A Zoning Bylaw, and consider an agreement allowing the fire department to conduct training exercises at 38 Swallow Cave Road. The meeting will be held via Zoom, with login information available by contacting the interim town administrator.

• Public hearing and vote to amend the Nahant Knights of Columbus liquor license at 17 Relay Yard
• Discussion and possible vote on the MBTA 3A Zoning Bylaw
• Execute agreement allowing NFD to conduct training exercises at 38 Swallow Cave Road

Open Space Committee Meeting

The Nahant Open Space Committee is meeting to approve minutes and discuss old business items including Bailey's Hill, Lodge Park, an interpretive panel at Wharf, and the Open Space Plan 7 Year Action Plan. New business will also be taken up. The meeting is hybrid, held at Town Hall and via Zoom.

• Discussion of Bailey's Hill
• Discussion of Lodge Park
• Discussion of Interpretive Panel at Wharf
• Discussion of Open Space Plan 7 Year Action Plan

PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will meet on September 2, 2025, to discuss final edits to the MBTA 3A multi-family zoning map and vote on sending it to the Board of Selectmen with a request for a Special Town Meeting. The board will also organize a public hearing and review the calendar with Town Counsel and the FinCom liaison. Approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments are also on the agenda.

• Vote to send final MBTA 3A zoning map edits to the Board of Selectmen and request a Special Town Meeting
• Organize and plan for a public hearing on the zoning proposal
• Review calendar with Town Counsel and FinCom liaison for the Special Town Meeting
• Approve minutes from June 4 and August 19, 2025 meetings
• Public comments and questions

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee is meeting to review and discuss questions received from design firms that attended a mandatory site visit. The committee will also consider approving prior meeting minutes if a quorum is present. This is a procedural meeting focused on the selection process for a public safety design project.

• Review and discuss questions from design firms that attended the mandatory site visit
• Possible approval of prior meeting minutes

CANCELLED Board of Selectmen Meeting

This meeting was cancelled. The agenda included a vote to authorize the sale of 12 lots of Coast Guard Housing Property and discussion of MBTA 3A Zoning Bylaw.

• Vote to authorize sale of 12 lots of Coast Guard Housing Property
• Discussion and possible vote on MBTA 3A Zoning Bylaw

CANCELLED -Planning Board Meeting

This meeting was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

ECCSW

The Essex County Commission on the Status of Women will hold a virtual meeting to review 2025/2026 intern candidates, discuss recruitment and interviews, and vote on an internship offer. The agenda also includes roll call and other business as determined by the chair.

• Review of 2025/2026 intern candidates and recruitment process
• Vote on internship offer

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee will meet on August 26, 2025, to greet designers and conduct site visits to potential locations for new public safety facilities. The committee will tour the Nahant Country Club property, St. Thomas Aquinas Church Rectory, and other town-owned parcels, as well as the current police and fire stations.

• Site visit to Nahant Country Club property at 280 Nahant Rd.
• Site visit to St. Thomas Aquinas Church Rectory at 248 Nahant Rd.
• Visit to Police Station and potential site at 198 Nahant Rd., including town-owned land behind the station and on Greystone Rd.
• Visit to Fire Station and potential site at 67 Flash Rd., including town-owned land around the station and the DPW facility.

Nahant Conservation Commission

The Nahant Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing on August 20, 2025, to consider five applications involving work near wetlands and coastal areas. Items include stormwater management at 1 Willow Road, a coastal bank repair at 2 Summer Street, a home addition at 49 Little Nahant Road, a rock wall revetment closure at 89 Summer Street, and continued beach nourishment at 0 Nahant Road (Forty Steps). The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes.

• Notice of Intent for catch basins and detention basin within 100-foot buffer zone at 1 Willow Road (White Way at Pond Street)
• Request to fill cracks in ledge beneath a home within Coastal Bank at 2 Summer Street
• Notice of Intent for second-floor addition and patio within 100-foot buffer zone to Coastal Bank at 49 Little Nahant Road
• Request for Certificate of Compliance to close out rock wall revetment permit at 89 Summer Street
• Continued Notice of Intent for beach nourishment and coastal bank stabilization at 0 Nahant Road (Forty Steps)

Amended-Board of Selectman Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on National Grid's petition to install underground facilities on Wharf Street. The board will also vote on appointments of a reserve officer and a K9 police officer, extending a land lease at 198 Nahant Road, and approving the FY26 fee schedule. Additionally, the board will review the Planning Board's proposed zoning bylaw to comply with state multifamily housing law.

• Public hearing on National Grid's petition for underground facilities on Wharf Street
• Vote to approve appointment of a Nahant Police Department Reserve Officer
• Vote to approve appointment of a K9 Police Officer
• Vote to extend land lease agreement at 198 Nahant Road
• Review of Planning Board's proposed zoning bylaw for MBTA 3A multifamily compliance

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on National Grid's petition to install underground facilities on Wharf Street. The board will also vote on several items, including appointing a police reserve officer, approving a library book sale event, extending a land lease at 198 Castle Road, and reviewing a proposed zoning bylaw related to MBTA multifamily zoning.

• Public hearing on National Grid petition to install underground facilities on Wharf Street
• Vote to approve appointment of a Nahant Police Department Reserve Officer
• Vote to extend land lease agreement at 198 Castle Road
• Review of Planning Board's proposed zoning bylaw to comply with M.G.L. c. 40A, Section 3A
• Discussion of paddleboards and kayaks stored on beaches

Board of Selectmen Public Hearing

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on a petition from National Grid to install underground facilities on Wharf Street. The work involves installing approximately 32 feet of conduit from an existing pole to provide service to 41 Wharf Street. The hearing will be conducted via Zoom and local broadcast.

• Public hearing on National Grid petition to install underground conduit on Wharf Street
• Installation of approximately 32 feet of 1-2 1/2 inch conduit from pole #29 to private property
• Work to provide permanent underground service at 41 Wharf Street, Nahant

PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will consider final edits to the MBTA 3A multi-family zoning bylaw and vote on sending it to the Board of Selectmen with a request for a Special Town Meeting. The board will also review a public presentation strategy and schedule for the Special Town Meeting. Other business includes approving prior meeting minutes, addressing a board vacancy, and receiving a treasurer's report on FY25 and FY26 budgets.

• Vote to send final MBTA 3A zoning bylaw edits to Board of Selectmen and request a Special Town Meeting
• Review of PowerPoint presentation and public viewing strategy for MBTA 3A zoning
• Treasurer report on FY25 budget and FY2026 budget
• Board member vacancy: schedule joint meeting with Board of Selectmen to appoint new member until Annual Town Meeting 2026
• Approve minutes from June 4, July 8, July 15, and July 29, 2025 meetings

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve the superintendent's goals and the new principal's entrance plan for the 2025-2026 school year. The agenda also includes an appointment of a Special Services Director, a report on the upcoming school opening, and an update on the Champions After School Program. The meeting will be held at Johnson School, Room 201.

• Appointment of Special Services Director
• Superintendent's Goals for 2025-2026
• New Principal's Entrance Plan for 2025-2026
• Professional development on school safety presented by Nahant Police Department
• Update on Champions After School Program

Town Administrator Search Committee

The Nahant Town Administrator Search Committee is meeting to approve the job description and advertisement for the town administrator position, discuss a public input forum, and review the hiring schedule. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve job description and advertisement for town administrator
• Discuss public input forum for the hiring process
• Review schedule for the hiring process
• Approve meeting minutes from previous meeting

Board of Assessors

The Nahant Board of Assessors will meet on August 13, 2025, via Zoom to handle regular business including approving prior minutes, reviewing correspondence, and discussing financial items. Key financial actions include voting on vouchers for FY2026, reviewing the FY2026 budget report, and beginning the FY2026 tax rate setting process. The board will also address unfinished business regarding the Wellesley Healthcare (Jesmond) ATB case, including an inspection scheduled for August 22, 2025.

• Vote to approve vouchers for FY2026
• FY2026 budget report review
• FY2026 tax rate setting process discussion
• Boat excise status update
• Wellesley Healthcare (Jesmond) ATB case – overlay and inspection on 8/22/2025

PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will meet on August 12, 2025, to approve minutes from prior meetings, address a board member vacancy, review FY25 and FY2026 budgets, and vote on final edits to the MBTA 3A zoning bylaw. The board will also plan a Special Town Meeting to present a PowerPoint on the zoning changes to the public.

• Vote to send final edits of MBTA 3A zoning bylaw to Board of Selectmen and request a Special Town Meeting
• Review FY25 budget report and FY2026 budget
• Schedule meeting with Board of Selectmen to appoint new Planning Board member until Annual Town Meeting 2026
• Plan and schedule PowerPoint presentation for public viewing on zoning changes

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will vote on an employment contract for Interim Town Administrator Alison Nieto and consider a citizens petition to limit gas-powered leaf blowers. The board will also vote on the FY26 fee schedule with changes to building and liquor license fees, approve the Nahant Youth Soccer Fall Season, and receive updates on the Town Administrator search and MBTA 3A zoning.

• Vote to approve employment contract for Interim Town Administrator/Finance Director Alison Nieto
• Citizens petition by Sandy Burton to add a bylaw limiting gas-powered leaf blowers
• Vote to approve FY26 fee schedule with proposed changes to building and liquor license fees
• Vote to approve the Nahant Youth Soccer Fall Season
• Vote to approve installation of S.W.I.M eelgrass informational panel at Tudor Wharf

Town Administrator Search Committee

The Nahant Town Administrator Search Committee will meet to approve the job description and advertisement for the town administrator position, discuss a public input forum, and review the hiring schedule. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve job description and advertisement for town administrator
• Discuss public input forum for the hiring process
• Review schedule for the hiring process
• Approve meeting minutes from previous meeting

Nahant Cultural Council

The Nahant Cultural Council will meet on August 4, 2025 to draft priorities and guidelines for the 2025 funding cycle. The council will also discuss application assistance and public communications. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Board of Assessors

The Nahant Board of Assessors will meet on July 30, 2025, to handle financial items including approving vouchers for FY2025 and FY2026, reviewing budget reports, and beginning the FY2026 tax rate setting process. The board will also vote to deny a FY2025 boat abatement application and discuss the senior means-tested exemption for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting.

• Vote to approve vouchers for FY2025 and FY2026
• FY2026 tax rate setting process, including pipeline values and cherry sheet receipts
• Vote to deny a FY2025 boat abatement application
• Discussion of senior means-tested exemption for ATM 2026
• Unfinished business: Wellesley Healthcare (Jesmond) ATB case – overlay, findings, and inspection date

NAHANT PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will meet on July 29, 2025, to discuss strategies and criteria for complying with the MBTA Communities Act (3A) multi-family zoning requirement. The board will also vote on reorganization, approve prior meeting minutes, and review the FY25 and FY2026 budgets. A consultant from CommunityScale may attend to advise on the zoning bylaw.

• Board vote to reorganize: Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Corresponding Secretary, Recording Secretary
• Treasurer report: FY25 Budget report & FY2026 Budget
• Ongoing discussions concerning strategies and criteria for 3A/MBTA compliance
• Discuss 3A/MBTA 'Publication' for town website and possible Nahant Facebook to educate townspeople
• Continue to monitor schedule & completion dates of zoning by-law

Nahant Housing Authority

The Nahant Housing Authority will hold a meeting to approve the minutes from its June 23, 2025 meeting and the accounts payable warrant for June 1–30, 2025. The board will also vote on a change order for flooring replacement at Spindrift. No major policy decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of June 23, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Approval of accounts payable warrant for June 1–30, 2025
• Approval of #200079 Spindrift flooring replacement change order #1

Amended – Nahant Housing Authority

The Nahant Housing Authority will meet on July 28, 2025, to vote on several items including approval of June meeting minutes, an accounts payable warrant, a change order for Spindrift flooring replacement, and a design contract with Antonio Gomes, Architect for a vacancy initiative. The meeting is scheduled from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM at 194 Nahant Road.

• Approval of #200079 Spindrift flooring replacement change order #1 (board vote)
• Approval of #200081 Vacancy initiative design contract with Antonio Gomes, Architect (board vote)
• Approval of accounts payable warrant dates 6/1/25-6/31/25 (board vote)
• Approval of June 23, 2025 Board meeting minutes (board vote)

CANCELLED – Board Of Assessors Meeting

This meeting of the Nahant Board of Assessors was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

CANCELLED-NAHANT PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board meeting scheduled for July 22, 2025, at 6:30 pm has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Nahant Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to discuss litigation strategy regarding a pending lawsuit, Kallenback v Zoning Board of Appeals, concerning 30 and 30A Emerald Road. After a vote, the board expects to enter executive session for the discussion. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reminders on outstanding matters.

• Public meeting to discuss litigation strategy for Kallenback v Zoning Board of Appeals in Essex Superior Court
• Lawsuit concerns 30 and 30A Emerald Road, Nahant
• Board expects to vote and then hold executive session under G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3)
• Old business: approve minutes from prior meeting

Nahant Council on Aging

The Nahant Council on Aging is holding a regular meeting on July 17, 2025. The agenda includes the secretary's report, treasurer's report, and director's report. New business includes revisiting the election of officers. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Re-visit the Election of Officers

Amended_Board of Selectmen meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will vote on several fiscal year 2026 items, including water, sewer, and trash rates, the master fee schedule, and a debt shift. They will also consider event requests, a police officer promotion, and appointments to town boards. The meeting includes discussion of a petition to name the Men's Lowlands Softball Field and an Oceanview lease addendum.

• Vote to approve FY26 water/sewer/trash rates
• Vote to approve FY26 Master Fee Schedule
• Vote to approve promotion of Police Officer Heather Leary to Sergeant
• Vote to approve employment contract for Treasurer/Collector Edmond Locke
• Vote to approve inter-municipal agreement with Swampscott Building Department

Open Space Committee

The Nahant Open Space Committee will meet on July 15, 2025, to discuss old business items including Bailey's Hill, Lodge Park, and the Flash Road Recreation Master Plan. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and new business.

• Discussion of Bailey's Hill
• Discussion of Lodge Park
• Discussion of Flash Road Recreation Master Plan
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Nahant Public Library, Board of Trustees

The Nahant Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes from June 3 and receive reports from the director, building committee, fundraising committee, and Friends group. No votes on specific projects or expenditures are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of June 3 meeting
• Director's report and building report
• Building Committee report
• Fundraising Committee report
• Friends report

Joint Meeting Board of Selectmen and Advisory and Finance Committee

The Nahant Board of Selectmen and Advisory and Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting to vote on approving end-of-year budget transfers. The meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2025, via Zoom. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Vote to approve end-of-year budget transfers

Planning Board Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will reorganize leadership roles and receive a treasurer’s report at its July 15, 2025 meeting. Members will also continue monitoring strategies for MBTA 3A multi-family zoning compliance and next steps.

• Board vote to reorganize: Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Corresponding Secretary, Recording Secretary
• Treasurer report: FY25 balance, Google Drive, Dropbox storage review
• Ongoing discussion on MBTA 3A zoning compliance strategies and next steps

Town Administrator Search Committee

The Town Administrator Search Committee is meeting to approve the job description and advertisement for the town administrator position, discuss a public input forum, and review the hiring schedule. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve job description and advertisement for town administrator position
• Discuss public input forum
• Review schedule for hiring process
• Approve meeting minutes from previous meeting

NAHANT PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will hold a hybrid meeting to reorganize with new members, approve prior minutes, and receive a treasurer's report. The main discussion will focus on strategies and criteria for complying with MBTA 3A multi-family zoning requirements, including monitoring schedules and completion dates.

• Board vote to reorganize: Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Corresponding Secretary, Recording Secretary
• Treasurer report on FY25 balance, Google, Drop Box
• Ongoing discussions on strategies and criteria for 3A/MBTA compliance
• Website update

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee is meeting to review and discuss a draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a public safety design project. The committee will also approve minutes from its previous meeting on June 10, 2025.

• Review and discuss draft RFQ for public safety designer selection
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 10, 2025

CANCELLED_Memorial Day Committee Meetings

This meeting of the Nahant Memorial Day Committee, scheduled for July 7, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda was procedural, covering minutes, parade marshal updates, cemetery preparations, and committee finances.

NAHANT PLANNING BOARD JOINT MEETING WITH BOARD OF SELECTMEN

The Nahant Planning Board and Board of Selectmen will hold a joint Zoom meeting to appoint two people to fill vacancies on the Planning Board as required by the Town Charter. This is a procedural action with no substantive decisions or public hearings.

AMENDED Joint Meeting Board of Selectmen and Planning Board

The Nahant Board of Selectmen and Planning Board will hold a joint meeting to fill vacant Planning Board seats, vote on amendments to the Kelley Greens and Oceanview lease agreements, and decide on petitions including naming the lowlands softball field 'Rick Moleti Field' and prohibiting bicycles on the Town Wharf. The board will also appoint a member to the Public Safety Designer Selection Committee and discuss strategy in executive session regarding pending litigation.

• Joint vote to fill vacant Planning Board seats
• Vote to amend Kelley Greens Lease agreement
• Vote to amend Oceanview Lease agreement
• Vote to accept petition to name lowlands softball field: Rick Moleti Field
• Vote to prohibit bicycles or motorized vehicles on the Town Wharf

Joint Meeting Board of Selectmen and Planning Board

The Nahant Board of Selectmen and Planning Board will hold a joint meeting to fill vacant Planning Board seats and vote on several items, including amendments to the Kelley Greens and Oceanview lease agreements, a petition to name the lowlands softball field 'Rick Moleti Field', and a proposal to prohibit bicycles and motorized vehicles on the Town Wharf. The meeting also includes a vote on the Tudor Beach Buoy petition and will adjourn to executive session to discuss litigation strategy in the case of Christian Howard v. Town of Nahant.

• Joint vote to fill vacant Planning Board seats
• Vote to amend Kelley Greens Lease agreement
• Vote to amend Oceanview Lease Agreement
• Vote to accept petition to name lowlands softball field: Rick Moleti Field
• Vote to prohibit bicycles or motorized vehicles on the Town Wharf and amend rules and regulations

Joint Meeting – Board of Selectmen and Planning Board

The Nahant Board of Selectmen and Planning Board will hold a joint meeting on July 1, 2025, to discuss the progress status and estimated timeline for the MBTA 3A Zoning Bylaw. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Discussion on MBTA 3A Zoning Bylaw progress and timeline

Planning Board Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to discuss strategies for MBTA 3A multi-family zoning compliance, with a status update from the Board of Selectmen and a consultant. The board will also plan joint meetings to appoint new members and coordinate with other town bodies on a new ADU bylaw.

• Status update on MBTA 3A multi-family zoning compliance with Board of Selectmen and consultant Nels Nelson
• Plan joint meeting with BOS to appoint new planning board member(s) until 2026 election
• Plan joint meeting with ZBA, Building Dept, Town Administrator on new ADU bylaw and building permit application
• Treasurer report on FY25 balance, Google, Drop Box
• Approve minutes of prior meetings

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee is meeting to review and discuss a draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ). The committee will also review meeting minutes from June 10, 2025. This is a procedural meeting focused on the initial steps of selecting a designer for a public safety project.

• Review and discuss draft RFQ for public safety designer selection
• Review meeting minutes from 6/10/2025

Town Administrator Search Committee

The Nahant Town Administrator Search Committee will meet to approve the job description and advertisement for the town administrator position, discuss a public input forum, and review the hiring schedule. The meeting includes roll call of members and approval of previous minutes.

• Approve job description and advertisement for town administrator
• Discuss public input forum for the hiring process
• Review schedule for the hiring process
• Approve meeting minutes from previous meeting

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will hold a regular meeting on June 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM in a hybrid format at Johnson School and via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of minutes, superintendent's report, personnel updates, and a request for transfer of funds under new business.

• Request for Transfer of Funds
• Approval of minutes from June 10, 2025 regular meeting
• Superintendent's report
• Personnel updates

NAHANT PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to discuss strategies for MBTA 3A multi-family zoning compliance and plan a joint meeting with the ZBA, Building Department, and Town Administrator regarding a new ADU bylaw and updated building permit application. The board will also coordinate with the Board of Selectmen to appoint two new members and reorganize after appointments.

• Ongoing discussions on strategies and criteria for MBTA 3A compliance
• Plan for joint meeting with ZBA, Building Dept, Town Administrator, and Planning Board on new ADU bylaw and updated building permit application
• Coordination with Board of Selectmen to set a date for joint meeting to appoint two new planning board members until 2026 election
• Reorganization of Planning Board after new members are appointed
• Approval of prior meeting minutes and treasurer report on FY25 balance

CANCELLED _ Public Safety Designer Selection Committee

This meeting of the Public Safety Designer Selection Committee was cancelled. The agenda would have included reviewing minutes from June 10, 2025, and discussing a draft request for qualifications (RFQ).

• Meeting cancelled; no decisions made
• Would have reviewed draft RFQ for public safety designer selection

Nahant Housing Authority

The Nahant Housing Authority will meet on June 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM at the NHA Office. The board will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY26 Annual Plan, approve meeting minutes and accounts payable warrants, and consider a certificate of final completion for the Spindrift rubber roof replacement. They will also review and vote on a Security System and Security Camera Policy, review the FY24 Agreed Upon Procedures report, and discuss a vacancy report and summer meeting schedule.

• FY26 Annual Plan public hearing and board vote
• Approval of #200078 Spindrift rubber roof replacement certificate of final completion
• Review and/or approve Security System and Security Camera Policy
• Review FY24 Agreed Upon Procedures report
• Approval of accounts payable warrant dates 5/1/25-5/31/25

AMENDED_Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will vote on meeting minutes and event requests, including a Solstice Ceremony and a beach cleanup. They will also discuss the ongoing Town Administrator search and the advertised sale of Coast Guard Housing Lot #5, with bids due July 21, 2025. The agenda includes several informational items about holiday closures, trash pickup, and beach rules.

• Vote to approve event request: Solstice Ceremony at Lodge Park on June 21, 2025
• Vote to approve event request: SWIM Fall Beaches Cleanup on September 28, 2025
• Coast Guard Housing Lot #5 advertised; RFP available at nahant.org, bids due July 21, 2025
• Town Administrator search update
• Discussion of Preserving East Point

Planning Board Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to develop strategies and criteria for selecting at least five 5-acre parcels for MBTA 3A multi-family zoning compliance. The board will also discuss a joint meeting with the ZBA, Building Department, and Town Administrator regarding a new ADU bylaw and updated building permit application. Additionally, the board will coordinate with the Board of Selectmen to appoint two new planning board members until the 2026 election.

• Develop strategies, criteria, and select minimum 5 possible 5-acre areas for 3A/MBTA compliance
• Discuss joint meeting with ZBA, Building Dept, Town Administrator, and Planning Board on new ADU bylaw and updated building permit application
• Coordinate with Board of Selectmen to appoint 2 new planning board members until 2026 election
• Treasurer report on FY25 balance, Google, Drop Box
• Reorganization of Planning Board after new members appointed

Town Administrator Search Committee

The Nahant Town Administrator Search Committee is meeting to hold a public input forum, approve the job description and advertisement for the town administrator position, and review the hiring schedule. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public Input Forum for Town Administrator Search
• Approve Job Description and Advertisement
• Review Schedule for Hiring process

Nahant Conservation Commission

The Nahant Conservation Commission will hear three permit requests at its June 11 meeting: a Northeastern University tree-removal request on Nahant Road, a Certificate of Compliance for two reconstructed homes on Emerald Road, and a continued beach nourishment project at Forty Steps. The commission will also vote on approval of March 19 meeting minutes.

• Request for Determination of Applicability to remove dead tree at 430 Nahant Road (Northeastern University)
• Request for Certificate of Compliance for 30 & 30A Emerald Road home reconstructions (Chris & Deanna Kallenback)
• Continued Notice of Intent for beach nourishment and coastal bank stabilization at Forty Steps (Town of Nahant / Sustainable Coastal Solutions, Inc.)

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet to vote on the superintendent's contract, approve fund transfers, and authorize summer spending for FY 2025. They will also consider accepting grant funds and participating in the National School Lunch & Breakfast Program. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Superintendent's contract vote
• Request for Transfer of Funds
• Authorization for Summer Months-FY 2025
• Acceptance of FY 2025 Grant Funds
• Participation in National School Lunch & Breakfast Program

Planning Board Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet June 10, 2025 to review accessory dwelling unit regulations, hold a public kickoff for the state’s MBTA 3A multi-family zoning requirement, and plan a joint meeting with other boards. The board will also address two vacancies and receive a treasurer’s report.

• Annual Town Meeting PADU – ZBL section 15 and Table of Regulations sent to AG for approval
• 6:30pm public kickoff for MGL 3A/MBTA by-law with Nels Nelson of CommunityScale
• Plan joint meeting with ZBA, Building Dept, Town Administrator, and Planning Board on ADU and updated building permit application
• Select Board announced 2 Planning Board vacancies and requested letters of interest
• Treasurer to present FY25 balance, Google Drive, Dropbox usage

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee will meet to review and discuss a draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a public safety designer and to discuss the designer selection timeline. The committee will also review meeting minutes from May 20, 2025.

• Review and discuss draft RFQ for public safety designer
• Discuss and review the designer selection timeline
• Review meeting minutes from 5/20/2025

Town Administrator Search Committee

The Town Administrator Search Committee will meet to discuss the current search and interview process for a new Town Administrator, with the current Town Administrator present. The committee will also review the hiring schedule and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Discuss current search and interview process for new Town Administrator
• Review schedule for hiring process
• Approve meeting minutes from previous meeting

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will vote on the appointment of the Treasurer/Collector for FY26, approve event requests including the July 4th road race, and discuss ongoing items such as the Coast Guard housing update and preserving East Point. The meeting will also include a citizens comment period and an executive session regarding litigation with Northeastern University Marine Science Center.

• Vote to approve appointment of Treasurer/Collector for FY26
• Vote to approve event request for July 4th Tortoise and the Hare Road Race
• Discussion on Coast Guard Housing Update
• Discussion on Preserving East Point
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy with Northeastern University Marine Science Center, 430 Nahant Road

Zoning Board of Appeals Hearing/Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on a petition for special permits and variances to build an addition, deck, and stairs at 56 Lennox Road. The building inspector denied the permit because the plans would exceed allowed lot coverage, floor area ratio, and violate setback requirements. The board will also hold an administrative meeting to review proposed updates to its rules and may enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding a separate property at 30 and 30A Emerald Road.

• Continued public hearing for 56 Lennox Road: petitioner seeks variances for lot coverage (30.1% vs 25% max), floor area ratio (50% vs 45% max), and setbacks (5'4" and 6'4" vs 10' minimum).
• Board to review proposed updates to Zoning Board of Appeals Rules and Regulations.
• Possible executive session to discuss litigation strategy for Kallenback v Zoning Board of Appeals regarding 30 and 30A Emerald Road.

Nahant Council on Aging Meeting

The Nahant Council on Aging is holding a regular meeting to hear the Secretary's, Treasurer's, and Director's reports, and to elect officers. The agenda includes only routine procedural items with no substantive policy decisions or financial actions.

• Election of officers for the Council on Aging
• Secretary's report from Donna
• Treasurer's report from Emily
• Director's report from Mary

Board of Assessors Meeting

The Nahant Board of Assessors will hold a regular business meeting to vote on approving vouchers for FY2025, review budget reports, and discuss the status of the overlay fund. They will also prepare for a senior means-tested exemption for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting and review Clause 22I and 22J veterans exemptions passed at town meeting. The meeting includes administrative items such as approving prior minutes, reviewing personnel job descriptions, and discussing MassGIS ADU guidelines.

• Vote to approve vouchers for FY2025
• Discussion of Clause 22I and 22J veterans exemptions passed at town meeting
• Prep for Senior Means Tested exemption for ATM 2026
• Review of 8 of 58 requests to abate
• Unfinished business: Wellsely Healthcare (Jesmond) ATB Case – Overlay

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee is meeting to approve minutes and discuss old business items including Bailey's Hill, Lodge Park, and the Flash Road Master Plan. No new business items are listed. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Discussion of Bailey's Hill
• Discussion of Lodge Park
• Discussion of Flash Road Master Plan

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

The Nahant Library Board of Trustees will meet on June 3, 2025, to approve minutes from the May 13 meeting, hear reports from the director and committees, and discuss new business including updates on federal and state funding.

• Approve minutes of May 13 Board of Trustees meeting
• Director's report and building report
• Building Committee report
• Fundraising Committee report
• Review new updates on federal/state funding

CANCELLED – NAHANT PLANNING BOARD MEETING

This meeting of the Nahant Planning Board has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

CANCELLED -Board of Assessors Meeting

This meeting of the Nahant Board of Assessors, scheduled for June 3, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda included routine administrative and financial items such as approving prior minutes, reviewing budget reports, and voting on vouchers.

Town Administrator Search Committee

The Nahant Town Administrator Search Committee is meeting to approve the job description and advertisement for the town administrator position, discuss a public input forum, and review the hiring process schedule. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve job description and advertisement for town administrator
• Discuss public input forum for the hiring process
• Review schedule for the hiring process
• Approve meeting minutes from previous meeting

Memorial Day Committee Meetings

The Nahant Memorial Day Committee will hold its monthly meeting on June 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes standard items such as reviewing minutes, discussing the parade marshal, cemetery preparations, catering, finances, and committee restructuring. No major decisions or new proposals are listed.

• Review and vote on minutes of the last Memorial Day Committee meeting
• Update on the 2024 Parade Marshal
• Efforts to prepare Greenlawn Cemetery
• Liaison with the Town
• Catering to accommodate parade participants

AMENDED _Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a petition for special permits and variances to build an addition, deck, and stairs at 56 Lennox Road. The building permit was denied because the project would exceed allowed lot coverage, floor area ratio, and setback limits. The board will also review proposed updates to its rules and then enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy in a pending court case.

• Public hearing for 56 Lennox Road: petitioner seeks variances for lot coverage (30.1% vs. 25% max), floor area ratio (50% vs. 45% max), and setbacks (5'4" and 6'4" vs. 10' minimum)
• Administrative review of proposed updates to ZBA Rules and Regulations
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy in Kallenback v Zoning Board of Appeals regarding 30 and 30A Emerald Road

ZONING BOARD of APPEALS Meeting

The Nahant Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a petition for special permits and variances to construct an addition, deck, and stairs at 56 Lennox Road. The building permit was denied because the proposed lot coverage, floor area ratio, and side setbacks exceed zoning bylaw limits. The board will also hold an administrative meeting to review proposed updates to its rules and regulations.

• Public hearing on petition by Maria Brooks for 56 Lennox Road: addition, deck, and stairs
• Proposed lot coverage 30.1% exceeds 25% maximum
• Proposed floor area ratio 50% exceeds 45% maximum
• Proposed right setback 5'4" is less than 10' minimum; left setback 6'4" is less than 10' minimum
• Administrative meeting to review proposed updates to Zoning Board of Appeals Rules and Regulations

School Committee Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss personnel updates. Key actions include reorganizing the committee, evaluating the superintendent's contract, and considering a fund transfer. An executive session is planned for a personnel matter.

• Annual evaluation and contract action regarding the Superintendent of Schools
• Reorganization of the School Committee
• Request for Transfer of Funds
• Anticipated executive session to discuss a personnel matter

Nahant Conservation Commission

The Nahant Conservation Commission will meet to discuss three items: a request from Northeastern University to remove a dead tree within a wetland buffer zone at 430 Nahant Road, a request to close out a permit for residential reconstruction at 30 & 30A Emerald Road, and a continued notice of intent for beach nourishment and coastal bank stabilization at 0 Nahant Road (Forty Steps). The commission will also approve meeting minutes from March 19, 2025.

• Request for Determination of Applicability, 430 Nahant Road: Northeastern University seeks to remove a dead tree in the 100-foot buffer zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands and Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage
• Request for Certificate of Compliance, 30 & 30A Emerald Road: Chris & Deanna Kallenback request to close out permit for reconstruction of two residential dwellings and associated site improvements
• Continued Notice of Intent, 0 Nahant Road (Forty Steps): Town of Nahant / Sustainable Coastal Solutions, Inc. proposes beach nourishment and coastal bank stabilization in Land Under the Ocean, Land Containing Shellfish, Coastal Beach and Coastal Bank
• Approval of Meeting Minutes from March 19, 2025

Board of Selectmen Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will vote on collective bargaining extension agreements for the fire, police, and public works unions. The board will also vote to appoint an interim town administrator starting July 1, 2025, and to approve the appointment of a building commissioner. The meeting will include a town administrator's report recapping the recent Town Meeting, and will conclude with an executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding Northeastern University's Marine Science Center.

• Vote to approve collective bargaining extension agreements for the Fire Union (IAFF Local 2718), Police Union (Local 194), and Public Works/Administrative Employees Union (Local 2610).
• Vote to appoint an Interim Town Administrator starting July 1, 2025.
• Vote to approve the appointment of a Building Commissioner.
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding Northeastern University Marine Science Center at 430 Nahant Road.
• Planning Board has two vacancies; letters of interest due by June 4, 2025.

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee will open its May 20 meeting by approving minutes from earlier sessions, then start drafting the Request for Qualifications for a designer of future public-safety buildings. Members will also discuss which town sites to include in the RFQ.

• Draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for public-safety building designer
• Review and approval of April 22 and May 6 meeting minutes
• Identify potential building sites to include in the RFQ

Town Administrator Search Committee Meeting

The Town Administrator Search Committee will meet to review the job description posting for the town administrator position, discuss community engagement, and set a process schedule. No decisions have been made yet; this is a planning meeting.

• Review of Town Administrator job description posting
• Discussion regarding community engagement process
• Plan and set process schedule of the committee

Advisory and Finance Committee, joint meeting with Selectboard

The Advisory and Finance Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Selectboard to prepare for the upcoming Town Meeting. The agenda lists only this single item. No specific proposals, dollar amounts, or votes are detailed in the agenda.

• Prepare for upcoming Town Meeting

Joint Meeting of the Board of Selectmen and Advisory and Finance Committee

The Nahant Board of Selectmen and Advisory and Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting to review the Annual Town Meeting warrant and discuss potential article motions. The meeting will also cover final preparations for the upcoming Town Meeting. This is a procedural session focused on planning and coordination.

• Review Annual Town Meeting warrant and potential article motions
• Discuss final preparations for Town Meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

The Nahant Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to discuss litigation strategy regarding the case Kallenback v Zoning Board of Appeals, which concerns 30 and 30A Emerald Road. The board expects to vote on whether to move into executive session for these discussions under state law.

• Discussion of litigation strategy for Kallenback v Zoning Board of Appeals in Essex Superior Court
• Case involves properties at 30 and 30A Emerald Road, Nahant
• Possible vote to enter executive session under G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3)
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting as old business

Joint Meeting of the Board of Selectmen and Town Administrator Search Committe

The Board of Selectmen and the Town Administrator Search Committee will hold a joint meeting to organize the committee, review the town administrator job description posting, and plan the process schedule. This is the initial organizational meeting for the search.

• Organize the Town Administrator Search Committee
• Review the Town Administrator job description posting
• Plan and set the process schedule for the committee

Amended – SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Nahant School Committee will meet on May 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Johnson School Room 201 and via Zoom. The agenda includes a proposal from teachers on a 5th and 6th grade instructional model and middle school approach structure. The committee will also discuss minutes, bills, the superintendent's report, and personnel updates, and will hold an executive session to discuss complaints against an employee.

• 5th and 6th grade instructional model proposal and Middle School Approach Structure presented by teachers Tessa Dearing and Kayla Harrington
• Anticipated executive session under GL c 30A, Section 21(a)(1) to discuss complaints against an employee, official, or individual
• Future agenda items include annual evaluation of the superintendent, reorganization of the School Committee, and authorization for summer months FY 2025
• Reading and approval of minutes from the April 29, 2025 regular meeting
• Examination and authorization for payment of bills

Nahant Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

The Nahant Public Library Board of Trustees will meet via Zoom to approve April meeting minutes, receive reports from the Building and Fundraising committees and the director, and discuss new business including updates on federal/state funding. Old business includes preparations for Town Meeting.

• Approve minutes of April 15 Board of Trustees Meeting
• Building Committee report
• Fundraising Committee report
• Review updates on federal/state funding
• Town Meeting preparations

ECCSW

The Essex County Commission on the Status of Women (ECCSW) is holding a remote public meeting on May 8, 2025. The agenda includes approval of April 10 meeting minutes, a treasurer's update, and committee reports on outreach, programming, and legislation. New business is reserved for items the chair did not anticipate at the time of posting.

• Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's update
• Update from Ginsburg Initiative
• Women Running for Office summit in development
• May/June Listening Circle and Legislative breakfast planned

Joint Meeting of the Board of Selectmen and Advisory and Finance Committee

The Board of Selectmen and Advisory and Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting to vote on converting Colby Way to a one-way street from Harris Street to Bass Point Road, and to appoint members to the Town Administrator Search Committee. The board will also vote to surplus a DPW truck, approve a magic show event, and discuss the results of the Town Election. The meeting will conclude with an executive session to discuss litigation involving the Northeastern University Marine Science Center and a Coast Guard housing tenant.

• Vote to convert Colby Way into a one-way street from Harris Street to Bass Point Road
• Vote to appoint members to the Town Administrator Search Committee
• Vote to surplus a DPW truck
• Vote to approve a magic show event at Nahant Town Hall
• Executive session to discuss litigation regarding Northeastern University Marine Science Center and a Coast Guard housing tenant

COUNCIL on AGING Meeting

The Council on Aging is holding a routine business meeting. Members will hear the secretary's and treasurer's reports, receive a director's update, and elect officers for the coming term. The agenda contains no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Election of officers
• Secretary's report from April 2 meeting
• Treasurer's report
• Director's report

SCHOOL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant School Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Selectmen and the Open Space and Recreation Committee to discuss the Flash Road Park Master Plan with design representatives. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format at the Johnson School Cafeteria and via Zoom.

• Joint meeting with Nahant Selectmen and Open Space and Recreation Committee
• Discussion of the Flash Road Park Master Plan with design representatives
• Hybrid meeting: Johnson School Cafeteria, 290 Castle Road, and Zoom

PLANNING BOARD Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to review proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (PADU) zoning bylaw amendments and a scope of work for the state's MBTA 3A multi-family zoning requirement. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes, receive a treasurer's report, and accept a resignation.

• Review of PADU zoning bylaw (ZBL sec 15) and Table of Regulations for Annual Town Meeting
• Review of Nels Nelson/CommunityScale updated scope of work for MBTA 3A compliance
• Acceptance of resignation of Shannon Bianchi
• Treasurer report on Google, Drop Box, etc.

Joint Meeting – Board of Selectmen and the Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The Board of Selectmen and the Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee will hold a joint meeting to review the Flash Road Park Master Plan. The meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, in a hybrid format (Zoom and Johnson School Cafeteria). No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review of the Flash Road Park Master Plan

Public Safety Designer Selection Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee will open the first step in hiring an architect for future public safety buildings. Members reviewed the state’s designer-selection process and will draft a Request for Qualifications to solicit qualified firms.

• Review of MA publication "Designing and Constructing Public Facilities" (Nov 2023)
• Begin drafting Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for public safety facility designers

BOARD of ASSESSORS Meeting

The Board of Assessors will hold a routine business meeting to reorganize the board, approve prior minutes, and vote on financial items including FY2025 vouchers and budget reports. The agenda also includes updates on mapping, property exemptions, and abatement reports.

• Reorganization of the Board
• Vote to approve vouchers for FY2025
• FY2025 and FY2026 budget reports
• Map of properties exempt from 3A for Planning Board
• Monthly abatement reports

Memorial Day Committee Meetings

The Nahant Memorial Day Committee will hold a hybrid meeting on May 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM via Zoom and in the Town Hall Conference Room. The agenda includes reviewing and voting on prior meeting minutes, updating on the 2024 parade marshal, preparing Greenlawn Cemetery, coordinating with the town, catering for parade participants, tracking finances, and discussing committee restructuring.

• Review and vote on minutes of the last Memorial Day Committee meeting
• Update on the 2024 Memorial Day Parade Marshal
• Efforts to prepare Greenlawn Cemetery for Memorial Day
• Catering arrangements for parade participants
• Tracking committee finances and expenditures

Memorial Day Committee Meetings

The Nahant Memorial Day Committee is holding a regular monthly meeting to discuss and vote on minutes, the 2024 parade marshal, preparations for Greenlawn Cemetery, catering for parade participants, finances, and committee restructuring. The meeting is hybrid, held via Zoom and at Nahant Town Hall.

• Review and vote on minutes of last meeting
• Update on 2024 Memorial Day Parade Marshal
• Efforts to prepare Greenlawn Cemetery
• Catering to accommodate parade participants
• Tracking expenditures and committee finances

SCHOOL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet on April 29, 2025, to discuss and vote on key education matters including the 2025 Johnson Elementary School Improvement Plan, participation in the state School Choice Program, and whether to maintain a K-12 district. The meeting will also set dates for next year’s school committee meetings and include a personnel discussion in executive session.

• Vote on approval of 2025 JES School Improvement Plan
• Vote on participation in the state School Choice Program
• Consider request not to maintain a K-12 School District
• Set dates for next year’s school committee meetings
• Annual evaluation of the Superintendent scheduled for May 13, 2025

PLANNING BOARD Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to discuss the impact of the state's MBTA 3A multi-family zoning law, with guest Nels Nelson from Community Scale. The board will also vote to reorganize its officers, review a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw amendment for Annual Town Meeting, and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Guest Nels Nelson from Community Scale to discuss MBTA 3A law impact on Nahant
• Vote to reorganize board officers: Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer
• Review proposed PADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) zoning bylaw amendment for Annual Town Meeting
• Approve minutes of prior meetings
• Treasurer's report

NAHANT CULTURAL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Cultural Committee is meeting to discuss potential new member Leighton O'Connor, review recent concerts, hear a financial report, and discuss the Delvena Theater. The agenda also includes a community feedback segment.

• Meet Leighton O'Connor, potential NCC member
• Post-op review of Tanya's concert and David's concert
• Financial report and administrative expenses
• Discussion of Delvena Theater
• Community feedback session

NAHANT CULTURAL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Cultural Committee will meet to introduce a potential new member, review past concert events, receive a financial report, discuss the Delvena Theater, and hear community feedback. The meeting is open to the public at Town Hall’s lower Conference Room on April 28, 2025.

• Meet Leighton O’Connor, potential NCC member
• Review financial report on administrative expenses
• Discuss Delvena Theater plans
• Hear community feedback on cultural initiatives

AMENDED – BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will vote to open and close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant and send it to the Advisory and Finance Committee, and vote to approve an employment contract for the Department of Public Works Superintendent. The board will also announce the Town Administrator Search Committee and adjourn to executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding Northeastern University Marine Science Center at 430 Nahant Road.

• Vote to open and close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
• Vote to approve employment contract for DPW Superintendent
• Town Administrator Search Committee announcement
• Adjourn to executive session for litigation strategy on Northeastern University Marine Science Center

SAILING COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Sailing Committee is meeting to discuss a summer readiness update. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

• Summer readiness update

PUBLIC SAFETY DESIGNER SLECTION COMMITTEE

The Public Safety Designer Selection Committee is meeting to review a 2015 needs assessment as part of a process to select a designer for public safety facilities. The committee includes town officials and union representatives. No decisions are listed; the agenda is procedural and focused on discussion.

• Review of the 2015 needs assessment for public safety facilities
• Overview of the designer selection process
• Meeting includes Police Chief, Fire Chief, Emergency Management, and union representatives

BOARD of REGISTRARS – VOTING MACHINE TESTING

The Nahant Board of Registrars will conduct a public test of the IMAGE CAST and ACCUVOTE voting machines ahead of the Annual Town Elections. The meeting is procedural and will not include decisions or discussions beyond the testing process.

BOARD of ASSESSORS Meeting

The Nahant Board of Assessors will meet via Zoom to handle routine administrative business, including approving prior minutes, reviewing budget reports, and voting on vouchers. The board will also vote on real estate exemptions and motor vehicle abatement denials, and discuss duplicate personal property accounts causing double tax bills.

• Vote to approve Real Estate Exemptions
• Vote to deny Motor Vehicle Abatements
• Duplicate Personal Property Accounts causing 2 tax bills for same business
• FY2025 & FY2026 Budget reports
• Vote to approve Vouchers for FY2025

ADVISORY and FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee will meet on April 17, 2025, to finalize recommendations for Town Meeting warrant articles and review the final proof of the Town Meeting book. The meeting also includes a public forum.

• Finalize Warrant Article recommendations
• Final proof of Town Meeting Book
• Public forum

BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will vote to open and close the Annual Town Meeting warrant and approve the Omnibus Budget, both to be sent to the Advisory and Finance Committee. They will also vote on event requests for Coolidge Middle School Kite Day and Johnson School Field Day, and receive a Coast Guard housing update. The meeting includes opening comments on resident parking stickers, tax bills, and upcoming town events, and will adjourn to executive session to discuss litigation and contract negotiations.

• Vote to open and close the Annual Town Meeting warrant and send to Advisory and Finance Committee
• Vote to approve the Board of Selectmen Omnibus Budget and send to Advisory and Finance Committee
• Vote to approve event requests: Coolidge Middle School Kite Day and Johnson School Field Day
• Coast Guard housing update
• Executive session to discuss litigation regarding Northeastern University Marine Science Center at 430 Nahant Road

CANCELLED _ OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION Meeting

This meeting of the Nahant Open Space and Recreation Committee was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

PLANNING BOARD Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to discuss and update the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw and review technical assistance for MBTA 3A multi-family zoning. The board will also discuss a Zoning Board of Appeals hearing request for 56 Lennox Rd and the annual report submission. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and correspondence.

• Discussion and update on ADU Bylaw
• Discussion on 3A/MBTA zoning technical assistance
• Discussion on ZBA hearing request for 56 Lennox Rd
• Discussion on Annual Report submission

NAHANT PUBLIC LIBRARY TRUSTEE Meeting

The Nahant Public Library Trustees will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings and receive reports from the Building, Fundraising, and Friends committees. They will also discuss the impact of federal funding cuts and plan for the May 3 Open House Celebration.

• Approve minutes from February 25 and March 18 meetings
• Review Building Committee and Fundraising Committee reports
• Discuss impact of federal funding cuts on Nahant Public Library
• Plan for May 3 Open House Celebration

ADVISORY and FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee will meet on April 10, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes administrative matters, a review of the Planning Board's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw, and review and approval of article recommendations for the Annual Town Meeting. A public forum is also scheduled.

• Review of Planning Board's ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) bylaw
• Review and approval of article recommendations for Town Meeting
• Public forum for resident input

ESSEX COUNTY COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN – ECCSW

The Essex County Commission on the Status of Women will hold a public meeting via Zoom on April 10, 2025. The agenda includes approval of March 13 meeting minutes, updates from the treasurer and the Ginsburg Initiative, and committee reports on outreach, programming, and legislation. Items discussed include a letter of support for a Women's History Month initiative, planning for a Women Running for Office summit, and a possible April listening circle.

• Approval of March 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's update
• Update from Ginsburg Initiative
• Letter of Support submitted for Power UP Women's History Month initiative
• Women Running for Office summit in the works with panels on running for office and pursuing appointment positions

Cancelled BOARD of ASSESSORS Meeting

This meeting of the Nahant Board of Assessors was cancelled. The agenda included routine administrative business such as approving prior minutes, reviewing financial items, and voting on vouchers and exemptions.

• Meeting cancelled

BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will open a meeting to assemble a search committee for a new town administrator and then adjourn to executive session to prepare for contract re-negotiations with the current town administrator. The meeting is hybrid via Zoom and in person at Nahant Town Hall.

• Begin assembly of Search Committee for new Town Administrator
• Adjourn to Executive Session for contract re-negotiations with current Town Administrator

AMENDED_SCHOOL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will consider adopting a new math curriculum for Johnson Elementary School. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, payment of bills, and reports from the superintendent and principal. Future agenda items include a vote on participation in the state School Choice Program and a request not to maintain a K-12 school district.

• Recommendation and adoption of a new JES Math curriculum program
• Future vote on participation in the state School Choice Program (April 29, 2025)
• Future request not to maintain a K-12 School District (April 29, 2025)
• Future annual evaluation of the Superintendent (April 29, 2025)
• Executive session to discuss a personnel matter

ADVISORY and FINANCE CMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee will meet on April 8, 2025, to review draft recommendations and open the floor to public comments. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom and is chaired by Robert Vanderslice.

Memorial Day Committee Meetings

The Nahant Memorial Day Committee is holding a regular monthly meeting to discuss and vote on minutes, update the 2024 parade marshal, prepare Greenlawn Cemetery, coordinate with the town, arrange catering for parade participants, track finances, and consider committee restructuring.

• Review and vote on minutes of last meeting
• Update on 2024 Parade Marshal
• Efforts to prepare Greenlawn Cemetery
• Liaison with Town
• Catering to accommodate parade participants

Memorial Day Committee Meetings

The Nahant Memorial Day Committee is holding its monthly meeting to discuss and vote on routine planning items for the upcoming Memorial Day observance. Agenda items include reviewing past meeting minutes, updating on the parade marshal, preparing Greenlawn Cemetery, coordinating with the town, catering for parade participants, tracking finances, and committee restructuring.

• Review and vote on minutes of last Memorial Day Committee meeting
• Update on 2024 Memorial Day Parade Marshal
• Efforts to prepare Greenlawn Cemetery for Memorial Day
• Committee liaison with the Town
• Catering to accommodate parade participants

NAHANT HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Nahant Housing Authority will meet to approve March meeting minutes and accounts payable warrants, review a vacancy report, and discuss a potential joint meeting with the planning board regarding affordable housing ideas. The meeting is scheduled for April 7, 2025, at 5:30 PM at the NHA Office.

• Approval of March 3, 2025 Board meeting minutes
• Approval of accounts payable warrant dates 3/1/25-3/31/25
• Vacancy Report
• Discuss joint meeting with planning board regarding affordable housing ideas

ADVISORY and FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee is meeting on April 3, 2025, at 6:30 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes reviewing Town Meeting articles, planning board updates, and a draft cover letter, followed by a public forum.

• Review of Town Meeting articles
• Review of planning board updates
• Review of draft cover letter
• Public forum for resident input

ZONIING BOARD of APPEALS Hearing

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a petition by Nicholas Grund for a special permit to expand his home at 49 Little Nahant Road. The building permit was denied because the proposed floor area ratio of 57% exceeds the 45% maximum allowed by zoning by-laws. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and address outstanding matters.

• Public hearing on special permit for 49 Little Nahant Road to add second floor, new roof, and other alterations
• Building permit denied February 25, 2025 due to floor area ratio violation (57% vs 45% max)
• Proposal includes lowering basement floor, removing deck, adding stairs to water rocks
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting

COUNCIL on AGING Meeting

The Nahant Council on Aging is holding a routine meeting to approve minutes from March 5, hear the treasurer's and director's reports, and discuss an old business item: a visit to the Nahant Country Club. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or policy changes are scheduled.

• Discussion of a visit to the Nahant Country Club (Emily and Donna)

BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will vote to open and close the warrants for the Annual Town Election and Annual Town Meeting, and to approve the Omnibus Budget for submission to the Advisory and Finance Committee. The board will also vote on an event request for Coolidge Middle School Kite Day and receive a Coast Guard housing update. The meeting includes several community announcements and will adjourn to executive session to review non-disclosed executive session minutes.

• Vote to open and close the warrant for the Annual Town Election (April 26, 2025)
• Vote to open and close the Annual Town Meeting warrant and send to Advisory and Finance Committee
• Vote to approve the Board of Selectmen Omnibus Budget and send to Advisory and Finance Committee
• Vote to approve event request for Annual Coolidge Middle School Kite Day
• Coast Guard Housing update

PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will meet on April 1, 2025 to discuss and prepare a decision on a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw for the May 17 Annual Town Meeting. The board will also review PADU recommendations for the Town Meeting warrant book. This meeting is hybrid, held in Town Hall and on Zoom.

• Discuss and prepare Decision on proposed bylaw Section 15: Protected Use Accessory Dwelling Unit By-Law for Annual Town Meeting May 17, 2025
• Review PADU recommendations for the Annual Town Meeting Warrant book
• Approve minutes of prior meetings
• Treasurer's Report
• Review any correspondence

NAHANT CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee (CPC) will hold a virtual meeting on March 31, 2025, to discuss internal finances and funding processes, review preliminary and formal project proposals, and prepare for the upcoming Nahant Town Meeting. The agenda includes updates on previously discussed items and new discussions on similar topics.

ADVISORY and FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting

The Advisory and Finance Committee will meet to review articles for the upcoming Town Meeting. A public forum will also be held for resident input.

• Review of Town Meeting articles
• Public forum for resident comments

BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will vote to appoint a full-time police officer, open and close the warrants for the Annual Town Election and Annual Town Meeting, and approve the Board's omnibus budget for referral to the Advisory and Finance Committee. The board will also receive updates on Coast Guard housing and the Goddard Drive water main, and discuss a letter to residents about lead water service lines. The meeting will adjourn to executive session to discuss litigation involving Northeastern University Marine Science Center and a Coast Guard housing tenant, as well as an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Vote to appoint a full-time Nahant Police Department officer
• Vote to open and close the Annual Town Election warrant
• Vote to open and close the Annual Town Meeting warrant and send to Advisory and Finance Committee
• Vote to approve the Board of Selectmen Omnibus Budget and send to Advisory and Finance Committee
• Executive session to discuss litigation regarding Northeastern University Marine Science Center, 430 Nahant Road, and a Coast Guard housing tenant

NAHANT HISTORICAL COMMISSION Meeting

The Nahant Historical Commission will meet on March 26, 2025, to discuss and vote on the proposed Nahant Town Hall handicap ramp project. The meeting is open to public comment and will be held via Zoom.

• Vote on Nahant Town Hall handicap ramp project
• Public comment period

AMENDED Nahant Board of Assessors Meeting

The Nahant Board of Assessors will meet to approve prior minutes, review monthly and updated abatement reports, and deliberate on real estate taxes for 185 Bass Point Road. New business includes the 2025 second motor vehicle excise tax commitment report and a pending appeal by Wellesley Healthcare Properties, LLC against the Board of Assessors.

• Deliberations on real estate taxes for 185 Bass Point Road
• 2025 second motor vehicle excise tax commitment report
• Wellesley Healthcare Properties, LLC vs. Board of Assessors (Docket No. F353275)
• Monthly abatement reports and updated abatement reports including SWOP, VWOP, modified deferral, and RE abates

SCHOOL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant School Committee is meeting on March 25, 2025, to discuss routine business including minutes, bills, and reports from the superintendent and principal. Future agenda items include a vote on participation in the state School Choice Program and a request not to maintain a K-12 School District, both scheduled for April 29, 2025.

• Future vote on participation in the state School Choice Program (April 29, 2025)
• Future request not to maintain a K-12 School District (April 29, 2025)
• Annual Evaluation of the Superintendent (April 29, 2025)
• Approval of Appointment of Representative to Essex Tech School Board
• District Report Card presented by Principal Andrews

PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING

The Nahant Planning Board will hold a hybrid public hearing on March 25, 2025, to consider adding a new Section 15 to the zoning bylaws for Protected Use Accessory Dwelling Units and amending the Table of Use Regulations. The proposed changes aim to comply with the state's Affordable Homes Act. The meeting will be held in Conference Room 2 at Town Hall and via Zoom.

• Proposal to add Section 15: Nahant Protected Use Accessory Dwelling Units to zoning bylaws
• Amendment to Table of Use Regulations, Section 4.13, Table 1
• Purpose is to comply with state Affordable Homes Act (Section 8 of Chapter 150 of 2024)
• Hybrid hearing: in-person at Town Hall and via Zoom on March 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
• Full text available at Town Clerk's office and on nahant.org

CANCELLED – Nahant CPC Meeting

This meeting of the Nahant Community Preservation Committee was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

CULTURAL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Cultural Committee is meeting to discuss promotion and assistance with upcoming Nahant Cultural Council (NCC) events, including a Chamber Music concert, Smack Dabs, and an Owl Program. The agenda also includes membership and a needs assessment. The meeting is scheduled for March 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall Lower Level Conference Room.

• Promotion/assistance with upcoming NCC events: Chamber Music concert, Smack Dabs, Owl Program
• Membership discussion
• Needs assessment

ADVISORY and FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting

The Advisory and Finance Committee is meeting to handle administrative matters, approve minutes, and receive updates from the Community Preservation Committee and the Culture and Recreation subcommittee. A public forum is also scheduled. No specific votes or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from prior meetings
• Community Preservation Committee update
• Culture and Recreation subcommittee update
• Public forum for resident input

ZONING BOARD of APPEALS Meeting

The Nahant Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to decide on a variance requested by Richard Bozarjian for a 12’ x 20’ x 13.3’ accessory building at 5 Ward Road. The Building Inspector previously denied the permit due to setback violations, and the matter was continued to assemble a timeline of events.

• Variance request for 12’ x 20’ x 13.3’ accessory building at 5 Ward Road
• Denied building permit on October 7, 2024, citing left-side setback violation (2.2’ vs. 10’ minimum) and rear setback violation (4.1’ vs. 20’ minimum)
• Public hearing continuation from January 21, 2025, meeting

ADVISORY AND FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee is holding a meeting on March 20, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes administrative matters, discussion of town government, benefits, and pensions, and a public forum. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion of town government, benefits, and pensions
• Public forum for resident input
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom

CONSERVATION COMMISSION Meeting

The Nahant Conservation Commission will meet on March 19, 2025, to discuss three permit applications. The main item is a continued notice of intent for beach nourishment and coastal bank stabilization at 0 Nahant Road (Forty Steps). The commission will also consider an addition and deck at 51 Fox Hill Road and a minor modification to a previously approved garage at 135 Bass Point Road.

• Continued Notice of Intent for beach nourishment and coastal bank stabilization at 0 Nahant Road (Forty Steps) by Town of Nahant / Sustainable Coastal Solutions, Inc.
• Abbreviated Notice of Intent for construction of an addition, deck, bulkhead, and relocated stairs at 51 Fox Hill Road by Chris Kallenback
• Request for Minor Modification to change orientation of previously approved garage at 135 Bass Point Road by Chris & Deanna Kallenback
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 15, 2025 and February 19, 2025

JOINT Meeting of BOARD of SELECTMAN and ZONING BOARD of APPEALS

The Board of Selectmen and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a joint meeting to vote on several items, including a proposed Town Charter change question for the Annual Town Election ballot, revised poll hours, and the opening and closing of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. The boards will also discuss Accessory Dwelling Units and receive a Coast Guard Housing update. The meeting will adjourn to executive session to discuss litigation strategy.

• Vote to approve a Town Charter change question on the Annual Town Election ballot
• Vote to approve revised hours for Annual Town Election poll hours
• Vote to approve the Board of Selectmen Omnibus Budget and send to Advisory and Finance Committee
• Vote to open and close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
• Executive session to discuss strategy in Kallenback v Zoning Board of Appeals and litigation involving Northeastern University Marine Science Center

AMENDED _PLANNING BOARD Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet to prepare for a public hearing on a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw (Section 15) and related zoning table amendments for the May 17, 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The board will also discuss scheduling a meeting with the Nahant Housing Authority regarding MBTA 3A multi-family zoning compliance and potential consultant needs.

• Discussion and preparation for public hearing on proposed ADU bylaw Section 15 and Table of Use Regulations section 4.13
• Public hearing notice published in newspaper on 3/11/25 and 3/18/25
• Board of Selectmen voted to send the bylaws to the Planning Board on 3/5/25
• Discussion of meeting with Nahant Housing Authority on MBTA 3A compliance and consultant needs
• Review of correspondence and approval of prior meeting minutes

Amended NAHANT LIBRARY TRUSTEE Meeting

The Nahant Library Trustees will meet to approve minutes, receive reports from the Building and Fundraising Committees, the Director, and Friends, and discuss new business including a decision on a town-wide mailing and preparations for Town Meeting.

• Decide on Town-wide Mailing
• Prepare for Town Meeting
• Approve minutes of February 25 meeting
• Building Committee report
• Fundraising Committee report

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is holding a regular meeting on March 17, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes old and new business covering finances, processes for submitting and considering project proposals, and preparation for the upcoming Nahant Town Meeting. The meeting also allows for community discussion.

• Discussion of preliminary and formal project proposals for CPC funding
• Review of CPC finances and internal processes
• Preparation for Nahant Town Meeting
• Interfacing with the public, Finance Committee, and other town bodies

ADVISORY and FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss administrative matters, the school budget, and the Planning Board. A public forum will also be held. The meeting will take place via Zoom.

• School budget review
• Planning Board discussion
• Public forum

BOARD of ASSESSORS

The Board of Assessors will meet to vote on financial items including the FY2026 budget, FY2025 budget status, and property tax abatement applications. They will also discuss HERO Act articles for the Annual Town Meeting and interview candidates for an Assessors Clerk vacancy.

• Vote on FY2026 budget
• Review and discuss FY2025 real estate abatement applications
• Vote to approve real estate exemptions
• Discuss HERO Act draft articles for Annual Town Meeting
• Interview schedule for Assessors Clerk vacancy

SCHOOL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet March 11, 2025 at Johnson Elementary School and via Zoom to review bills, hear reports, and take votes. Key actions include approving the FY 2026 school budget for presentation to the Finance Committee and adjusting preschool tuition for 2025–2026.

• Vote to approve the proposed FY 2026 School Committee budget for submission to Nahant FINCOM
• Pre-school tuition fee adjustments for the 2025-2026 school year
• Presentation of Superintendent’s School Budget Version 4
• District Report Card presented by Principal Andrews
• Vote on participation in the state School Choice Program (future agenda item)

OPEN SPACE and RECREATION Meeting

The Nahant Open Space and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss several park and recreation projects. Old business includes a Bailey's Hill FY26 Community Preservation Committee grant application, Lodge Park panel and visitor safety issues, and a Flash Road Park Master Plan update. New business will cover the timing and process for the next Open Space Plan.

• Bailey's Hill FY26 CPC Grant Application
• Lodge Park: Panels & Visitor Safety
• Flash Road Park Master Plan Update
• Heritage Trail Medallions
• Annual Report recap for calendar year Jan 1, 2024-Dec 31, 2024

AMENDED_PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will prepare for a public hearing on a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw for the May 17 Annual Town Meeting. The board will also discuss meeting with the Nahant Housing Authority about MBTA 3A multi-family zoning compliance, including timing and consultant needs.

• Discussion and preparation for public hearing on proposed bylaw Section 15: Protected Use Accessory Dwelling Unit By-Law
• Public hearing notice published in newspaper on 3/11/25 and 3/18/25
• Discussion of meeting with Nahant Housing Authority on MBTA 3A compliance issues
• Potential need for a consultant on MBTA 3A zoning
• Review of correspondence

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss internal matters such as finances, processes for submitting and considering projects, and both preliminary and formal project proposals. They will also address external matters including public outreach and preparation for the upcoming Nahant Town Meeting. The agenda is largely procedural and does not list specific projects or dollar amounts.

• Discussion of preliminary and formal project proposals
• Review of CPC finances
• Preparation for Nahant Town Meeting
• Interfacing with the public, Finance Committee, and other town bodies

Advisory and Finance Committee Meeting

The Advisory and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss administrative matters, the Department of Public Works, water and sewer enterprise funds, and related articles. A public forum will also be held. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific dollar amounts or project names listed.

• Discussion of Department of Public Works matters
• Review of Water and Sewer enterprise funds
• Public forum for resident input

BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will meet March 5 to decide on accessory dwelling unit zoning changes, approve a 5K event, and review updates on MBTA zoning, Kings Beach outfall, and an eminent domain case. The meeting will also include routine votes on event requests and meeting minutes.

• Vote to approve 9th Annual Good Hope Running and Walking 5K on June 7, 2025 at Lowlands Park
• Vote to accept Planning Board’s ADU Zoning Article and send it to public hearing process
• Review MBTA 3A multi-family zoning regulatory comments submitted to EOHLC
• Review comments on Kings Beach Outfall submitted to Swampscott
• Overview/status update of Preserving East Point eminent domain case

Advisory & Finance Committee Meeting

The Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee is holding a meeting on March 5, 2025, from 6:30-10:30 PM via Zoom. The agenda covers administrative matters, police, fire, other public safety, related articles, and a public forum. No specific votes, dollar amounts, or detailed proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Meeting covers police, fire, and other public safety topics
• Public forum is included for resident input
• Chairperson is Robert Vanderslice
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom; no in-person venue listed

Council on Aging Meeting

The Nahant Council on Aging is meeting to review the minutes from February, hear the treasurer's and director's reports, and discuss new business items including pricing for a kitchen update project and brainstorming new activities for the COA.

• Pricing of Kitchen Update Project
• Brainstorming new activities for the Council on Aging
• Secretary's report and approval of February 5th minutes
• Treasurer's report from Emily
• Director's report from Mary

Planning Board Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will discuss and prepare for a public hearing on a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw for the May 17, 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The board will also review a master plan subcommittee report, discuss the FY2026 operating budget and a part-time town planner position, and plan a meeting with the Housing Authority regarding MBTA 3A compliance.

• Discussion and preparation for public hearing on proposed ADU bylaw (Section 15) for May 17 Annual Town Meeting
• Review of master plan subcommittee findings and report
• Discussion of FY2026 operating budget ($5,000) and part-time Town Planner position
• Planning meeting with Nahant Housing Authority on MBTA 3A compliance issues and special town meeting timing
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Memorial Day Committee Meetings

The Nahant Memorial Day Committee is meeting to plan the 2025 Memorial Day events. The agenda includes reviewing past minutes, updating on the parade marshal, preparing Greenlawn Cemetery, coordinating with the town, arranging catering for parade participants, tracking finances, and discussing committee restructuring.

• Review and vote on minutes of last meeting
• Update on 2024 Parade Marshal
• Efforts to prepare Greenlawn Cemetery
• Liaison with Town
• Catering to accommodate parade participants

Memorial Day Committee Meetings

The Nahant Memorial Day Committee will meet on March 3, 2025, to review minutes from its last meeting, receive a 2024 Parade Marshal update, and discuss preparations for Greenlawn Cemetery. The committee will also address catering for parade participants, finances, and potential restructuring.

• Review and vote on minutes from last Memorial Day Committee meeting
• Memorial Day Committee 2024 Parade Marshal update
• Preparation efforts for Greenlawn Cemetery
• Committee finances and expenditure tracking
• Potential alignment and restructuring of the Memorial Day Committee

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss internal and external matters, including finances, project submission processes, and preparation for Town Meeting. The agenda includes updates on previous discussions and new business, but no specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion of preliminary and formal project proposals
• Review of CPC finances
• Preparation for Nahant Town Meeting
• Interfacing with the public and other town bodies

AMENDED NAHANT HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Nahant Housing Authority will vote on a state contract for accounting services with Fenton, Ewald and Associates for the period October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025. The board will also approve February 2025 meeting minutes and accounts payable warrants. A joint meeting with the planning board regarding affordable housing ideas will be discussed.

• Vote on state contract for accounting services between NHA and Fenton, Ewald and Associates for 10/1/24-9/30/25
• Approval of accounts payable warrant dates 2/1/25-2/28/25
• Approval of February 3, 2025 board meeting minutes
• Discussion of joint meeting with planning board regarding affordable housing ideas
• Vacancy report

Memorial Day Committee Meetings

The Nahant Memorial Day Committee is holding its monthly meeting to discuss planning for the 2025 Memorial Day events. Agenda items include reviewing past minutes, selecting a parade marshal, preparing Greenlawn Cemetery, coordinating with the town, catering for parade participants, tracking finances, and committee restructuring.

• Review and vote on minutes of last meeting
• Update on 2024 Memorial Day Parade Marshal
• Efforts to prepare Greenlawn Cemetery
• Catering arrangements for parade participants
• Tracking committee expenditures

BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will discuss and vote on whether to accept the Planning Board's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) zoning article and send it to the Planning Board for a public hearing process. This is the main substantive item on the agenda.

• Vote to accept the Planning Board's ADU Zoning Article and send it to the Planning Board for Public Hearing Process

BOARD OF ASSESSORS Meeting

The Nahant Board of Assessors will meet to conduct routine administrative duties, review financial reports, and vote on property tax-related items for FY2025. The board will also discuss the FY2026 budget request and assessor vacancy interviews.

• Vote to approve FY2025 vouchers
• Review FY2026 budget request
• Vote to deny personal property abatement
• Vote to approve real estate exemptions
• Review floor area ratio calculation for 30 Emerald Rd.

SCHOOL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet on February 25, 2025, to discuss and vote on the proposed FY 2026 school budget and a new three-year contract with the Nahant Teachers Association. The meeting will also include updates on district performance, school calendars, and future agenda items like the state School Choice Program.

• Approval of the 2025-2026 Johnson Elementary School Calendar
• Presentation of Superintendent’s School Budget Version 3
• Vote to approve the proposed FY 2026 School Committee Budget
• Vote to ratify a new three-year agreement with Nahant Teachers Association (Unit B)
• Consideration of participation in the state School Choice Program

PLANNING BOARD Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will meet on February 25, 2025, to vote on sending revised Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw revisions that add sections on parking and utilities. The board will also discuss and finalize its FY26 budget, schedule a joint meeting with the Finance Committee, and discuss the MBTA 3A multi-family zoning timeline leading to a fall 2026 Special Town Meeting.

• Vote to send revised ADU Bylaw to a higher body
• Discussion and finalization of the Board's FY26 Budget
• Schedule a joint meeting with the Finance Committee
• Discussion of MBTA 3A law timeline for fall 2026 Special Town Meeting
• Master Plan discussion and update

LIBRARY TRUSTEES Meeting

The Nahant Library Trustees will meet on February 25, 2025, to approve minutes from the January 21 meeting, receive reports from the Building, Fundraising, and Friends committees, and hear the Director’s updates. The meeting will also include a discussion on a master plan update.

• Approve minutes of January 21 meeting
• Review Building Committee report
• Review Fundraising Committee report
• Discuss master plan update

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is holding a regular meeting on February 24, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes old and new business such as finances, processes for submitting projects, and discussions of preliminary and formal project proposals. The committee will also discuss interfacing with the public and preparation for the Nahant Town Meeting.

• Discussion of internal CPC matters including finances and project submission processes
• Review of preliminary and formal project proposals
• Preparation for Nahant Town Meeting
• Interfacing with the public, Finance Committee, and other town bodies

ZONING BOARD of APPEALS – Public Hearing

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to continue deliberation on an administrative appeal filed by Bruce and Karen Marshall of 28 Emerald Road. The appeal challenges the Building Inspector's decision to issue a building permit for properties at 30 and 30A Emerald Road, owned by Eight One Eight Design and Development, LLC. The evidentiary portion of the hearing is closed; the board will deliberate further.

• Continued public hearing on administrative appeal of building permit for 30 and 30A Emerald Road
• Appeal filed by Bruce & Karen Marshall of 28 Emerald Road
• Property owner: Eight One Eight Design and Development, LLC
• Board to deliberate after closing evidentiary portion

ADVISORY and FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee will meet on February 20, 2025, at 6:30 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes reviewing the omnibus budget as approved by the Selectmen, approving minutes, and electing officers. A public forum will also be held.

• Review omnibus budget as approved by Selectmen
• Review and approve minutes
• Election of officers
• Public forum

NAHANT CULTURAL Council Meeting

The Nahant Cultural Council is meeting to discuss upcoming grant award activities, review council membership, and review the annual report for the town meeting. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Review of upcoming grant award activities
• Review of council membership
• Review of annual report for the town meeting

Nahant Conservation Commission Meeting

The Nahant Conservation Commission will meet on February 19, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes a continued hearing on a Notice of Intent for beach nourishment and coastal bank stabilization at 0 Nahant Road (Forty Steps), as well as requests for Certificates of Compliance for boulder wall work at 11 and 17 Relay Yard.

• Continued Notice of Intent for beach nourishment and coastal bank stabilization at 0 Nahant Road (Forty Steps)
• Continued Request for Certificate of Compliance for boulder wall installation at 11 Relay Yard
• Continued Request for Certificate of Compliance for boulder wall repairs at 17 Relay Yard
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 15, 2025

CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is meeting to discuss internal matters such as finances, funding, and project proposal processes, as well as external matters including public outreach and preparation for the upcoming Town Meeting. The agenda includes both old and new business items, but no specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion of finances and funding for CPC projects
• Review of processes for submitting and considering project proposals
• Discussion of preliminary and formal project proposals
• Preparation for Nahant Town Meeting
• Community discussion period

BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on opting out of vote-by-mail for the town election and will vote on several items, including authorizing the sale of 12 lots of Coast Guard housing property, approving the omnibus budget, and opening the Annual Town Meeting warrant. The meeting also includes discussion of MBTA 3A zoning and a stormwater drainage easement release.

• Public hearing on opting out of vote-by-mail for the Annual Municipal Town Election
• Vote to authorize sale of 12 lots of Coast Guard housing property
• Vote to approve Board of Selectmen Omnibus Budget and send to Advisory and Finance Committee
• Vote to open and close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
• Discussion on releasing unused stormwater drainage easement behind 5 Christopher Drive

BOARD OF SELECTMAN PUBLIC HEARING

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing to consider opting out of Vote by Mail and opting in for In-person Early Voting hours for the Annual Municipal Town Election. The hearing will be conducted via Zoom on February 19, 2025, at 6:30 PM. Public comment will also be taken.

• Public hearing on opting out of Vote by Mail for the Annual Municipal Town Election
• Opting in for In-person Early Voting hours for the same election
• Public comment period

PLANNING BOARD MEETING

The Nahant Planning Board will discuss and prepare for a public hearing on a proposed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) bylaw ahead of the May 17, 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The board will also review master plan subcommittee findings, the FY2026 operating budget of $5,000, and upcoming MBTA 3A zoning compliance issues.

• Proposed ADU bylaw Section 15 for Annual Town Meeting on May 17, 2025
• FY2026 Operating Budget: $5,000
• Review of master plan subcommittee findings and report
• Discussion of MBTA (3A) multi-family zoning compliance timing

ZONING BOARD of APPEALS Continued Hearing

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on February 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM via Zoom. The board closed the evidentiary portion of the hearing and will meet for deliberation only on an administrative appeal filed by Bruce and Karen Marshall of 28 Emerald Road. The appeal challenges the Building Inspector's decision to issue a building permit for the property at 30 and 30A Emerald Road, owned by Eight One Eight Design and Development, LLC.

• Deliberation on administrative appeal of building permit for 30-30A Emerald Road
• Appeal filed by Bruce & Karen Marshall of 28 Emerald Road
• Property owner: Eight One Eight Design and Development, LLC
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom; public can join by link or phone
• Old business includes approving minutes from prior meeting(s)

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is holding a regular meeting to discuss internal matters such as finances, project submission processes, and preliminary/formal project proposals, as well as external matters including public outreach and preparation for the upcoming Nahant Town Meeting. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a community discussion period.

• Discussion of finances and processes for submitting and considering projects
• Review of preliminary and formal project proposals
• Preparation for Nahant Town Meeting
• Community discussion period

CANCELLED-Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee (CPC) meeting scheduled for February 17, 2025 has been cancelled. The meeting was to be held via Zoom and was part of a series of Monday meetings running from January 27 to March 24.

• Meeting cancelled
• Part of a series of CPC meetings on Mondays from January 27 to March 24
• Agenda included old and new business on finances, project proposals, and Town Meeting preparation

SAILING COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant Sailing Committee will review staff and fee analyses plus capital needs for the 2025 season at its February 12 meeting. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the session appears to be informational.

OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE Meeting

The Open Space Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to receive a presentation from Halvorson Design on the Flash Road Recreation Area planning. The agenda consists solely of this presentation and discussion item.

• Flash Rd Rec Area Planning – Halvorson Design Presentation & Discussion

SCHOOL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 school department budget. The committee will also discuss and potentially approve the 2025-2026 Johnson Elementary School calendar. Other business includes approval of minutes, payment of bills, and superintendent and principal reports.

• Public Hearing on the FY 2026 Proposed School Department Budget
• Approval of 2025-2026 Johnson Elementary School Calendar
• Continued discussion of the Proposed FY 2026 School Dept Budget
• Executive Session on NTA Unit B Negotiations
• Approval of Appointment of Representative to Essex Tech School Board

ZONING BOARD of APPEALS Continued Hearing

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on an administrative appeal filed by Bruce & Karen Marshall of 28 Emerald Road. The appeal challenges the Building Inspector's decision to issue Building Permit R-24-00227 for property at 30 and 30A Emerald Road, owned by Eight One Eight Design and Development, LLC. The appellants allege multiple zoning by-law violations, including issues with parking, construction supervisor licensing, and flood zone compliance. The board previously lifted a Stop Work Order and voted to engage a professional; this hearing continues that matter.

• Continued public hearing on appeal of building permit for 30 and 30A Emerald Road
• Appellants allege violations of Nahant Zoning By-laws sections 5.02, 5.03, 6.01, 7.03, 9.02, 9.03, 9.04, and 10
• Board previously lifted Stop Work Order and voted to engage a professional
• Building Permit R-24-00227 issued November 25, 2024, with no zoning violations per Building Inspector

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee will meet on February 10, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes updates on internal matters such as finances, project submission processes, and preliminary and formal project proposals, as well as external matters like interfacing with the public and preparation for Town Meeting. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion of finances and processes for submitting and considering projects
• Discussion of preliminary and formal project proposals
• Preparation for Nahant Town Meeting
• Interfacing with the public, Finance Committee, or other town bodies

PLANNING BOARD Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will discuss and vote on a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw to be sent to the Board of Selectmen for the Annual Town Meeting. The board will also discuss a part-time Town Planner article and schedule a budget meeting with the Board of Selectmen and Finance Advisory Committee.

• Vote to send Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw article to Board of Selectmen
• Schedule public hearing on the proposed ADU bylaw
• Discuss article for part-time Town Planner for Annual Town Meeting
• Schedule meeting for Planning Board's FY2025 Budget with BOS and Finance Advisory Committee

AMENDED- ZONING BOARD of APPEALS Continued Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to reschedule a continued public hearing on an administrative appeal filed by Bruce and Karen Marshall of 28 Emerald Road. The appeal challenges a building permit issued for 30 and 30A Emerald Road, alleging multiple zoning bylaw violations. The board will select a new hearing date due to member unavailability.

• Public hearing on administrative appeal by Bruce & Karen Marshall regarding building permit for 30 and 30A Emerald Road
• Appeal alleges violations of Nahant Zoning By-laws sections 5.02, 5.03, 6.01(A-B), 7.03, 9.02(A-F), 9.03, 9.04, and 10(1-6)
• Building permit R-24-00227 issued November 25, 2024 by Building Inspector with no zoning violations found
• Board previously lifted its Stop Work Order and voted to engage a professional
• Meeting is for rescheduling only due to board member unavailability

ZONING BOARD of APPEALS CONTINUATION MEETING

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on an administrative appeal filed by Bruce & Karen Marshall of 28 Emerald Road. The appeal challenges the Building Inspector's decision to issue a building permit for 30 and 30A Emerald Road, owned by Eight One Eight Design and Development, LLC, alleging multiple zoning bylaw violations. The board previously lifted a Stop Work Order and voted to engage a professional. The meeting will also include approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Continued public hearing on administrative appeal of Building Permit R-24-00227 for 30 and 30A Emerald Road
• Appellants allege violations of Nahant Zoning By-laws sections 5.02, 5.03, 6.01(A-B), 7.03, 9.02(A-F), 9.03, 9.04, and 10(1-6)
• Board previously lifted Stop Work Order and voted to engage a professional
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting(s)

Council on Aging Meeting

The Nahant Council on Aging is holding a routine meeting to discuss standard administrative items. The agenda includes the secretary's report from the January 8, 2025 meeting, the treasurer's report, and the director's report. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Secretary's report from Jan. 8, 2025 meeting
• Treasurer's report
• Director's report

AMENDED – BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Nahant Board of Selectmen will meet on February 5, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items including an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw, a Board of Health discussion on avian flu and rodenticides, and approval of event requests for the PTO Easter Egg Hunt, SWIM Spring Beach Clean-up, YMCA 5K road race, and Apollo Club concert. The board will also vote on a police detail for the April 26 Town Election, the maximum useful life of fire department equipment, and an Arbor Day proclamation. The meeting includes a review of a FY26 Community Preservation Act application, a pump station update, and a Short Beach Dune Grant update, and will adjourn to executive session for litigation strategy regarding a Coast Guard Housing tenant.

• Discussion on ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Bylaw
• Board of Health discussion on Avian Flu Outbreak and Rodenticides
• Vote to approve event requests: PTO Easter Egg Hunt, SWIM Spring Beach Clean-up, YMCA 5K, Apollo Club concert
• Vote on maximum useful life of Nahant Fire Department equipment
• Executive session for litigation strategy vs. one Coast Guard Housing tenant

BOARD of SELECTMAN Meeting

The Board of Selectmen will discuss the avian flu outbreak with the Board of Health and vote on several event requests, including the PTO Easter Egg Hunt and a YMCA 5K road race. The board will also consider an Arbor Day proclamation, approve a police detail for the Annual Town Election, and review a FY26 Community Preservation Committee application. The meeting will conclude with an executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding a Coast Guard Housing tenant.

• Discussion on Avian Flu Outbreak with Board of Health
• Vote to approve event requests: PTO Easter Egg Hunt, SWIM Spring Beach Clean-up, YMCA Stride Along the Tide 5K Road Race, Apollo Club of Boston Concert
• Vote to approve Nahant Police Officer detail for Annual Town Election
• Review of submitted FY26 Community Preservation Committee (CPC) application
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation against a Coast Guard Housing tenant

NAHANT HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Nahant Housing Authority will meet to approve January meeting minutes and accounts payable warrants, and vote on an Agreed Upon Procedure engagement with Gary DePace CPA for the FY2024 audit. The board will also receive a vacancy report and an update on a Community Preservation Committee application.

• Approval of accounts payable warrant dates 1/1/25-1/31/25
• Vote on Agreed Upon Procedure Engagement with Gary DePace CPA for FY2024 AUP
• Vacancy Report
• CPC application update

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss internal and external matters, including finances, project proposal processes, and preparation for Town Meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific projects or dollar amounts listed.

• Discussion of preliminary and formal project proposals
• Review of CPC finances
• Preparation for Nahant Town Meeting
• Interfacing with the public and other town bodies

BOARD of REGISTRARS Meeting

The Nahant Board of Registrars will discuss and vote on whether to allow early voting and vote-by-mail for the Annual Town Election. They will also vote to submit a police detail request to the Board of Selectmen and to authorize the Town Clerk to certify nomination papers for 2025.

• Discuss and vote to approve or not Early Voting for Annual Town Elections
• Discuss and vote to approve or not Vote By Mail for Annual Town Election
• Vote to submit Police detail to Board of Selectman for Annual Town Election
• Vote to approve Diane Dunfee, Town Clerk to certify all nomination and petition papers in 2025

Amended BOARD OF REGISTRARS Meeting

The Nahant Board of Registrars will meet on January 30, 2025, to discuss and vote on whether to adopt early voting and mail-in ballots for the Annual Town Elections. The board will also vote on approving the Town Clerk to certify nomination papers and on meeting minutes approval procedures.

• Vote on adopting Early Voting for Annual Town Elections
• Vote on adopting Vote By Mail for Annual Town Elections
• Vote to submit Police detail to Board of Selectmen for Annual Town Elections
• Vote to approve Town Clerk to certify 2025 nomination and petition papers
• Vote to approve method of Meeting Minutes Approval for Board of Registrars

PLANNING BOARD Meeting

The Nahant Planning Board will discuss and vote on two articles for the 2025 Town Meeting: a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw and a proposal to create a full-time Town Planning Clerk position. The board will also review and approve prior meeting minutes and set public hearings for both articles.

• Vote to send Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw article to Board of Selectmen
• Vote to send article creating full-time Town Planning Clerk position to Board of Selectmen
• Review of amended ADU bylaw draft and related zoning definitions
• Schedule public hearings for both articles

SCHOOL COMMITTEE Meeting

The Nahant School Committee will meet to discuss the proposed FY26 school budget and vote on the 2025-2026 Johnson Elementary School calendar. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes, payment of bills, and reports from the superintendent and principal.

• Approval of 2025-2026 Johnson Elementary School Calendar
• Continued discussion of the Proposed FY 26 school budget
• Future agenda items include a Proposed School Budget Public Hearing on February 11, 2025
• Pre-school restructuring/staffing proposal to be discussed at a future meeting
• Approval of Appointment of Representative to Essex Tech School Board

ZONING BOARD of APPEALS Meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on an administrative appeal filed by Bruce and Karen Marshall of 28 Emerald Road. The appeal challenges the Building Inspector's decision to issue Building Permit R-24-00227 for property at 30 and 30A Emerald Road, owned by Eight One Eight Design and Development, LLC. The appellants allege multiple zoning by-law violations. The board previously issued a stop work order and continued the matter to allow the property owner to obtain a certified as-built plot plan and certified elevations.

• Continued public hearing on appeal of building permit for 30 and 30A Emerald Road
• Appellants allege violations of Nahant Zoning By-laws sections 5.02, 5.03, 6.01(A-B), 7.03, 9.02(A-F), 9.03, 9.04, and 10(1-6)
• Stop work order previously issued by the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Property owner required to provide certified as-built plot plan and certified elevations
• Meeting held via Zoom with remote participation options

Nahant CPC Meeting

The Nahant Community Preservation Committee will meet on January 27, 2025, via Zoom to discuss internal matters such as finances, project submission processes, and preliminary and formal project proposals, as well as external matters including public outreach and preparation for Town Meeting. The agenda includes old and new business items, but no specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion of finances and processes for submitting and considering projects
• Review of preliminary and formal project proposals
• Preparation for Nahant Town Meeting
• Interfacing with the public, Finance Committee, and other town bodies

Advisory and Finance Committee

The Nahant Advisory and Finance Committee is meeting to prepare for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting. The agenda includes a briefing from the Town Administrator, setting the Finance Committee's schedule, assigning liaisons, and electing officers. A public forum is also scheduled.

• Town Meeting preparation briefing from Town Administrator
• Finance Committee schedule discussion
• Liaison assignments
• Officer election
• Public forum