Northampton public meetings in 2022

Northampton Retirement Board

The board will review and vote on routine retirement applications, payroll warrants, and financial reports. This agenda consists of standard procedural items without specific names or dollar amounts listed.

• Review/vote on retirement and disability applications
• Review/vote on retiree and survivor allowances
• Review payroll and accounts payable warrants
• Review investment statements and treasurer's report

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The committee will discuss assignment updates and the completion of workshop documents and forms. Members will also discuss outreach strategies and survey distribution. An announcement regarding the extension of the committee's charge is scheduled.

• Approval of December 6, 2022 minutes
• Discussion on workshop documents and forms
• Discussion on outreach and survey distribution
• Announcement of extension of Committee charge

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees will meet to consider several proposals. Items include an out-of-state field trip and an application for a MassDOT grant.

• Vote to approve out-of-state field trip to the Culinary Institute of America
• Vote to apply for MassDOT Safe Routes to School Grant
• Vote to amend vehicle bidding motion from a $45,000-$55,000 hybrid van to a 7–10 passenger vehicle
• Vote to approve postings for Farm Technician and Lead Animal Care Technician roles
• Vote to approve surplus cosmetology chairs and cafeteria vending machines for resale

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Property Subcommittee will continue discussions regarding options and plans for the E Building. The meeting also includes status updates on various school maintenance projects and capital improvements.

• E Building options and plans
• VA Forestry property/building update
• Burts Pit Road Paddock/Apple storage floor repair
• Animal Science building window project
• FY24 Capital Improvement projects

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The subcommittee will continue discussing options and plans for the E Building. The meeting also includes status updates on various maintenance tasks, such as drainage at Locust Street pasture and window replacements in the Animal Science building.

• E Building options and plans discussion
• Burts Pit Road Paddock/Apple storage floor repair update
• Animal Science building window project status
• FY24 Capital Improvement projects updates
• Sidewalk project and chip activated entry doors status

Transportation & Parking Commission

The Transportation & Parking Commission will review multiple requests for traffic calming measures on various local streets. Discussions include Meadow Street, West Street, Pomeroy Terrace, and Florence Road.

• Traffic Calming Request for Meadow Street
• Traffic Calming Request for West Street
• Traffic Calming Request for Pomeroy Terrace
• Traffic Calming Request for Florence Road (from Burts Pit Road to Florence Heights)
• Updates on Hinckley Street and Warner Street applications

City Council Committee on Community Resources

The Committee on Community Resources will review an update regarding the Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving on City Boards and Commissions. The meeting also includes reviewing minutes from the November 21, 2022, meeting. No specific new business items were detailed in the agenda text.

• Update on Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving on City Boards and Commissions
• Review of November 21, 2022, meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct a Section 106 review regarding Building 7, elevators, and infrastructure upgrades at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The meeting also includes discussions on 2023 historic awards and updates on projects recommended for CPA funding.

• Section 106 Review: Veterans Affairs Medical Center Building 7, elevators, and infrastructure upgrades
• Historic Awards 2023
• Update on Historic Projects Recommended for CPA Funding

Northampton Housing Authority

The Northampton Housing Authority will consider adopting a new Section 8 utility allowance schedule and entering into an ARPA contract for financial assistance. The board will also discuss basement issues at Hampshire and Florence Heights.

• Adoption of the Section 8 Utility Allowance Schedule effective 01/2023
• Entering into an ARPA Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA 4001)
• Discussion regarding basements at Hampshire and Florence Heights
• Motion to allow recording of meetings for distribution to NOM

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will meet in executive session to address specific personnel matters. The committee intends to discuss charges against a school employee and staff member. They will also review an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Jonathan Gerhardson.

• Personnel complaints involving a school employee and staff member
• Open Meeting Law Complaint filed by Jonathan Gerhardson

City Council

The council will consider several financial orders on their first reading, including large appropriations for stabilization funds and climate change mitigation. They will also review second-reading ordinances regarding parking and stormwater management. A public hearing is scheduled for a utility pole petition on Riverside Drive.

• $2.9 million appropriation to Stabilization, Capital Stabilization, and Fiscal Stability funds
• $3 million appropriation to establish a Climate Change Mitigation Stabilization Fund
• $1 million appropriation for Picture Main Street Design Services
• Ordinance regarding parking on Main Street (Leeds)
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 281 Stormwater Management

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee is meeting to discuss the search for a permanent superintendent. The committee will review the MASC process and timeline, including creating a notice of vacancy. Members will also review applicants for the preliminary search to decide whom to invite.

• Reviewing the MASC process and timeline for the permanent superintendent search
• Creating a notice of vacancy for the superintendent position
• Deciding which applicants to invite for the preliminary superintendent search

Northampton School Committee

The committee will review the MASC process and timeline for the permanent superintendent search, including creating a notice of vacancy. Members will also review applicants from the preliminary search to decide whom to invite.

• Review MASC process and timeline for permanent superintendent search
• Creation of a notice of vacancy
• Review of applicants from the preliminary superintendent search
• Decision on which applicants to invite

Northampton School Committee Budget & Property Subcommittee

The subcommittee will vote on minutes from the October 18 and December 6 meetings. Members will also hear presentations regarding the FY23 budget and specific school budget templates.

• Approval of October 18 and December 6 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Start Time Draft Survey
• Presentation on School Budget Templates for JFK Middle, RK Finn, Bridge Street, Jackson Street, and Leeds Elementary schools
• Presentation on FY23 Budget

Northampton School Committee Rules & Policy Subcommittee

The Rules & Policy Subcommittee will meet to review several school committee policies. This includes a review of policy KDD regarding news media relations and news releases. The subcommittee may also vote on policies related to minutes and agenda formats.

• Review of Policy KDD (News Media Relations / News Releases)
• Possible vote on Policy BEDG (Minutes)
• Possible vote on Policies BEDB (Agenda Format) and BEDB-E (Agenda Format Addendum)
• Approval of November 16, 2022, minutes

Northampton School Committee Rules & Policy Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review and potentially vote on several school committee policies. These include Policy BEDG regarding minutes, as well as policies BEDB and BEDB-E concerning agenda formats. The meeting also includes the approval of November 16, 2022, minutes.

• Vote on Policy BEDG (Minutes)
• Vote on Policy BEDB (Agenda Format)
• Vote on Policy BEDB-E (Agenda Format Addendum)
• Approval of November 16, 2022 minutes

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will discuss the Northampton Reparations Resolution and a Community Gardens Racial Equity Plan. The meeting also includes reviewing service barriers on city boards and commissions.

• Northampton Reparations Resolution
• Community Gardens Racial Equity Plan discussion
• Select Committee to Study Barriers to Service on City Boards and Commissions
• Handbook for New Commission, Committee, and Board Members
• Approval of October and November 2022 Minutes

Youth Commission

Mayor Sciarra will swear in the 2022-23 Youth Commission members during this meeting. The agenda includes a discussion with the Mayor and a City Council update from Maisie. Members will also vote on approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Swearing in of 2022-23 Youth Commission members by Mayor Sciarra
• Vote to approve minutes from the previous meeting
• Vote on whether to support the Northampton Climate Emergency Coalition
• City Council update from Maisie

Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee

The subcommittee meeting includes items regarding the NHS crosswalk and the Hatfield Round About. The agenda also includes public comment and the acceptance of minutes from November 9.

• NHS crosswalk
• Hatfield Round About
• Acceptance of November 9 minutes

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The commission will review minutes from the November 8 meeting and discuss a draft Opt-in Specialized Energy Code for delivery to the Council in January. The agenda also includes status reports on building electrification, municipal district heat, and mowing subcommittee progress.

• Draft Opt-in Specialized Energy Code
• Mowing Subcommittee Report
• Building Electrification Accelerator updates
• District Heat for municipal buildings report
• Air to Water Heat Pump Alternative report

Leeds Elementary School Council

The Leeds School Council will review 2021-22 family engagement survey results and discuss the 2022-23 survey window. The council will also discuss dates for the World Cafe, Science Fair, and Variety Show.

• Presentation of 2021-22 Family Engagement Survey Results
• Discussion of dates for the Science Fair and Variety Show
• Subcommittee updates regarding Equity & Inclusion and PTO

Elected Officials Compensation Advisory Board

The board will hold its first session, including the swearing in of members by City Clerk Pamela Powers. City Solicitor Alan Seewald will present on the board's role, Open Meeting Law expectations, and the scope of work. Members will also elect officers and set a meeting schedule.

• Swearing in of members by City Clerk Pamela Powers
• Presentation on board role and Open Meeting Law expectations
• Discussion of charge, scope of work, and report timeline
• Election of officers including chair, vice-chair, and minutes taker
• Setting of a meeting schedule

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will conduct a routine meeting to review previous minutes and ROV statistics. The provided agenda contains only standard procedural items.

• Review of meeting minutes from the previous meeting
• Presentation of ROV statistics

Arts Council

The Northampton Arts Council meeting includes discussions regarding group meeting norms and LCC FY23 grant allocations. This session involves the allocation of grants for the 2023 fiscal year. Residents may submit written testimony via email or participate through Zoom.

• LCC FY23 Grant Allocation
• Group Meeting Norms

Disability Commission

The commission will vote on nominations for Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a snow shoveling public service campaign and training from the MOD.

• Vote on Chair nomination (Emma Cornwell)
• Vote on Vice-Chair nomination (Kathy Murri)
• Discussion of snow shoveling public service campaign
• Discussion regarding Accessing Monitoring Training from MOD
• Discussion of a possible roundtable with other Disability Commissions

Northampton School Committee

The Ad Hoc Exit Interview Subcommittee is meeting to discuss using an external entity to conduct exit interviews. Members will also review a recruitment and retention study to develop interview questions and a data collection process. The committee may vote on seeking services or a draft proposal for third-party assistance.

• Report on possible external entity for conducting exit interviews
• Discussion of recruitment and retention study
• Potential employee satisfaction survey for ESPs with highest turnover
• Vote on seeking services or a draft proposal for an external entity
• Vote on online or in-person meetings for the subcommittee

City Council Committee on Legislative Matters

The Committee on Legislative Matters will review items referred to it, including an ordinance regarding parking on Main Street in Leeds. The committee will also consider amendments to Chapter 281 Stormwater Management regulations.

• Ordinance 22.191 regarding parking on Main Street (Leeds)
• Ordinance 22.204 to amend Chapter 281 Stormwater Management
• Approval of November 14, 2022, meeting minutes

Jackson Street School Council

The council will vote on approving previous meeting minutes and electing a co-chair. Members will also discuss how to share SIP information with educators and propose new subcommittees.

• Vote to approve last meeting minutes
• Nomination and vote for a co-chair
• Discussion regarding sharing SIP information with educators
• Proposal of new subcommittees

Northampton School Committee Student Advisory Council

The Student Advisory Council will hear a presentation regarding the Student Union Survey. The meeting also includes an update on Student Union subcommittees.

• Presentation: Student Union Survey
• Update: Student Union Subcommittees

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a solar array permit for 426 Kennedy Rd in Florence and an outdoor classroom amendment for the Hampshire Regional YMCA. The agenda also includes discussion regarding sidewalk inventory and future draft language.

• Solar array site plan and special permit at 426 Kennedy Rd, Florence
• Outdoor classroom space amendment at Hampshire Regional YMCA, 286 Prospect St
• ANRs for Maple St and Coles Meadow Road
• Sidewalk inventory and gaps discussion

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will consider options for a district-run or YMCA-expanded childcare program in Leeds. Members are also scheduled to vote on committee meeting formats and the disbanding of the Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Subcommittee. Updates regarding the searches for a new Superintendent and NHS Principal are also included.

• Vote on creating a district-run or YMCA-expanded childcare program in Leeds
• Vote to adopt Policy BDF (Advisory Committees)
• Vote on MCAS late start testing dates
• Vote to disband the Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Subcommittee
• Updates on Superintendent and NHS Principal searches

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will meet to consider a proposal for a district-run childcare program or an expanded YMCA presence in Leeds. The committee also plans to vote on MCAS testing dates and the disbanding of the Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Subcommittee.

• Discussion and possible vote on a district-run childcare program or YMCA expansion in Leeds
• Vote on Policy BDF regarding Advisory Committees to the School Committee
• Vote on MCAS Late Start testing dates
• Vote to disband the Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Subcommittee
• Vote to approve an amended Traveling Nurse job description

Northampton School Committee

The committee will discuss creating a district-run childcare program or inviting the YMCA to expand services in Leeds. The agenda also includes votes on MCAS testing dates and the disbanding of the Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Subcommittee.

• Discussion and possible vote on a district-run childcare program or YMCA expansion in Leeds
• Vote on Northampton Education Foundation Small Grants donation
• Discussion and vote on MCAS Late Start testing dates
• Vote to disband the Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Subcommittee
• Vote to approve an amended Traveling Nurse job description

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings on two building-related appeals. The board will also consider a special permit for a larger front wall sign at 440 Pleasant St.

• Appeal by Richard Watling regarding a structure at 129 Riverbank Rd
• Special permit application for a front wall sign at 440 Pleasant St
• Appeal by Patrick Melnik regarding a building lot at 0 Grove Ave, Leeds

License Commission

The License Commission will meet virtually to consider several short-term liquor license applications and a public hearing for an innholder license transfer to The Ellery Hotel, LLC. The agenda also includes votes on renewing various 2023 licenses and discussions regarding noise complaints at Tellus and The Satellite Bar.

• Public hearing for all-alcohol innholder license transfer to The Ellery Hotel, LLC
• Short-term liquor license application for Festival of Trees at 361 King St.
• Short-term liquor license application for live music at 130 Pine St., Florence
• Vote to renew 2023 liquor licenses with exceptions for several Center Street businesses
• Discussion of noise complaints and building assessments at Tellus and The Satellite Bar

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will review the minutes from the November 16, 2022 meeting. Elizabeth Barns of MDAR will provide a presentation regarding spotted lanternflies. The Chair and Tree Warden will also present reports.

• Review/approve minutes of 11/16/2022
• Spotted Lantern Fly Presentation by Elizabeth Barns
• Chair Report/Tree Warden Report

City Council Committee on Finance

The Finance Committee is holding a listening session to solicit resident input on community spending priorities for the FY2024 budget season. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the October 6, 2022, meeting.

• Listening Session - Community Spending Priorities For FY2024
• Approval of October 6, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The Committee to Study Barriers to Serving will discuss completing work on Google docs and forms. Members will also review assignment updates, outreach strategies, and a possible extension of the committee's charge.

• Workshop completion for Google doc and forms
• Assignment updates
• Discussion about outreach
• Conversation regarding extension of committee charge

Parks & Recreation Commission

The agenda consists of procedural items and departmental reports. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for this meeting.

Northampton School Committee Budget & Property Subcommittee

The subcommittee will consider the Special Education Reserve Fund and review the FY23 budget. The meeting also includes a presentation on a draft survey regarding start times. Members will vote to approve minutes from the October 18 meeting.

• Vote to approve October 18 meeting minutes
• Consideration of Special Education Reserve Fund
• Presentation: Start Time Draft Survey
• Presentation: FY23 Budget

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Hearings

CDBG staff will present priorities regarding public services, housing, community, and economic development. The meeting includes a period for public comment, questions, and answers.

• Public hearing on CDBG priorities and RFP
• Presentation by CDBG staff

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Hearings

This public hearing covers Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) priorities for housing, public services, and economic development. Staff will present information regarding these priorities and the RFP. The session includes time for public comment and questions.

• Presentation on CDBG priorities and RFP

City Council

The Northampton City Council will consider several ordinances and committee appointments. The agenda includes updates to stormwater management regulations and parking changes on Stoddard and Prospect Streets. The council will also review financial orders regarding the Senior Center Gift Fund and community room equipment upgrades.

• Ordinance prohibiting wild or exotic animals for entertainment (2nd reading)
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 281 Stormwater Management (1st reading)
• Parking ordinances for Stoddard Street and Prospect Street
• Appropriation of Senior Center Gift Fund money for health and wellness aid
• Acceptance of a gift for JFK Community Room audio-visual upgrades

Franklin Hampshire Regional Workforce Board

The Franklin Hampshire Regional Workforce Board will meet to approve October meeting minutes and ratify the FY23 Cost of Living Adjustment. The agenda also includes updates on staff changes and a discussion regarding COI training requirements.

• Approval of October 6th meeting minutes
• Ratification of FY23 COLA
• Discussion of COI training requirement
• Staff change updates
• Member spotlight with the Mayor of Northampton

City Council Committee on Finance

The Finance Committee will discuss the format and date for a Budget Listening Session. Members will also discuss municipal, state, and federal funding options for a potential Climate Crisis Director position. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes and set future meeting dates.

• Setting format and date for Budget Listening Session
• Discussion of funding possibilities for a potential Climate Crisis Director position
• Approval of May and September 2022 meeting minutes

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will discuss reparations and potential formal support for the Northampton Reparations Committee. The meeting also includes a vote on establishing a Housing Working Group.

• Vote to approve previous meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding Northampton Reparations Committee
• Climate and Sustainability group update
• Discussion about Northampton High School principal candidate news
• Vote on supporting the mission and establishment of the Housing Working Group

Arts Council

The Northampton Arts Council will meet via Zoom to conduct a review of the LCC FY23 grants and discuss group meeting norms. The meeting is being recorded for public record.

• LCC FY23 grant review
• Discussion of group meeting norms

Northampton Retirement Board

The Northampton Retirement Board will meet to consider a local option to increase the fiscal year 2023 retiree COLA from 3% to 5%. The board will also review retirement applications, disability applications, and payroll warrants.

• Proposal to increase FY 2023 retiree COLA from 3% to 5%
• Review/vote on retirement and disability applications
• Review of retiree and staff payroll warrants
• Discussion regarding retiree COLA base increase

Northampton School Committee

The committee will review School Improvement Plans for JFK Middle, Jackson Street, Bridge Street, RK Finn, and Leeds Elementary schools. The meeting also includes a presentation on connecting student achievement data to student-centered learning.

• School Improvement Plan presentations for five local schools
• Presentation on Student Centered Learning and student achievement data
• Executive Session regarding collective bargaining or litigation strategy

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing to determine if the carriage house accessory structure at 22 Lilly Street should be designated "Preferably Preserved." The agenda also includes a Section 106 Review for infrastructure upgrades at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

• Public hearing regarding preservation status of carriage house at 22 Lilly Street
• Section 106 Review for Veterans Affairs Medical Center Building 7 elevator and infrastructure upgrades

City Council

The City Council will consider an order to establish a tax classification for fiscal year 2023. The council will also review appointments to the Elected Officials Compensation Advisory Board for terms running from November 2022 to November 2024.

• Appointments to the Elected Officials Compensation Advisory Board
• Second reading of an order to establish a tax classification for FY2023

City Council Committee on City Services

The Committee on City Services is reviewing several appointments for local boards. This includes a reappointment to the Conservation Commission and seven individuals for the Elected Officials Compensation Advisory Board.

• Reappointment of Randy Krotowski to the Conservation Commission
• Appointments to the Elected Officials Compensation Advisory Board

City Council Committee on Community Resources

The Committee on Community Resources will hold a roundtable discussion regarding housing needs featuring speakers from the Office of Planning & Sustainability and various real estate development organizations. The committee will also review minutes from September 2022 meetings. No new items have been referred to the committee for this meeting.

• Roundtable discussion on topics related to housing needs
• Review of September 19 and September 21, 2022 meeting minutes

Northampton Housing Authority

The Commissioners will consider several vendor contracts for power washing, boiler replacement, and fall cleanup. The board will also discuss basement issues at Hampshire and Florence Heights.

• Contract for building and balcony power washing by Power JetVac
• Contract for Cahill Boiler Replacement by Performance Plumbing & Heating
• Contract for 2022 Fall Cleanup by Spring Valley
• Discussion regarding basements at Hampshire and Florence Heights

Housing Partnership

The subcommittee will review progress made toward reviving the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund (MAHTF). Members will also discuss further steps required to decide whether or not to recommend the fund's revival.

• Review of steps taken by the Housing Partnership to explore MAHTF revival
• Discussion of future subcommittee actions regarding a recommendation for the MAHTF

Valley Green Energy Working Group (VGEWG)

The Valley Green Energy Working Group will discuss next steps for Community Choice Aggregation (CCA). This includes finalizing an outreach and education plan and reviewing a draft aggregation plan. The group will also review minutes from the September 6 and November 3, 2022, meetings.

• Review of September 6 and November 3, 2022, meeting minutes
• Finalizing the CCA Outreach and Education Plan
• Discussion of Draft Aggregation Plan
• Review of Valley Green Energy logos

City Council

The City Council will consider several appointments to local boards, including the Agricultural Commission and Arts Council. The agenda includes second readings for orders regarding the FY2023 tax classification and Senior Center fund appropriations. Additionally, the council will review ordinances related to street parking and animal entertainment.

• Order to establish a tax classification for FY2023
• Order to appropriate Senior Center Gift Fund money for health and wellness aid
• Ordinance regarding parking on Stoddard Street
• Ordinance regarding parking on Prospect Street
• Ordinance prohibiting the use of wild or exotic animals for entertainment

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss comparing Massachusetts sample regulations for tobacco and vape products with local Northampton rules. The meeting also includes a COVID update from Elliot Ezcurra and a discussion regarding the mask advisory.

• Comparison of MAHB tobacco and vape regulation with local rules
• COVID update from Elliot Ezcurra
• Review of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of mask advisory

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding signage at two locations. These include requests for larger or differently positioned signs at 172 North King St and 14 Green St.

• Special permit for Dollar Tree signage at 172 North King St
• Special permit for ARTeffects signage at 14 Green St

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will review minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates and discussions regarding STO and SLF subgroups. Members will also hold a discussion on fall planting.

• Review/approve minutes of 11/2/2022
• STO Subgroup update and discussion
• SLF Subgroup update and communication strategies
• Fall Planting Discussion

Northampton School Committee Rules & Policy Subcommittee

The Rules & Policy Subcommittee will review and potentially vote on several school committee policies. The meeting includes discussions regarding advisory committees, minutes, and agenda formats.

• Review of Policy BDF (Advisory Committees to the School Committee)
• Vote on Policy BEDG (Minutes)
• Vote on Policies BEDB (Agenda Format) and BEDB-E (Agenda Format Addendum)
• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2022, and October 12, 2022

Human Rights Commission

The Commission will discuss the Northampton Reparations Resolution and a racial equity plan for community gardens. The meeting also includes discussion regarding barriers to service on city boards and commissions.

• Northampton Reparations Resolution
• Community Gardens Racial Equity Plan presentation
• Select Committee to Study Barriers to Service on City Boards and Commissions
• International Human Rights Day 2022 planning

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review reports from school leadership and various subcommittees. The agenda includes votes on opening contract negotiations with Unit H and approving surplus equipment for resale. The board will also consider an overnight field trip and a donation to the Children’s Advocacy Center.

• Vote to open contract negotiations with Unit H
• Approval of surplus 6-burner range, two utility vans, and a Ford Explorer for resale
• Vote on an overnight field trip to Charlton, MA for FFA Winter Leadership Camp
• Proposed donation from the Trustees Account to the Children’s Advocacy Center
• Vote to approve SVAHS making name tags for Northampton Department Heads

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Property Subcommittee is conducting continued discussions regarding E Building options and plans. The meeting also includes status updates on various maintenance, repair, and infrastructure projects.

• Continued discussion of E Building options and plans
• Status updates on VA Forestry property/building and Burts Pit Road Paddock repairs
• Updates on Animal Science building window project and C Building A/C
• Status of drainage issues at Locust Street pasture and sidewalk projects
• FY24 Capital Improvement projects update

Transportation & Parking Commission

The Commission will review proposed ordinances for stop signs on Middle, High, and Clement Streets. The meeting also includes discussions regarding traffic calming requests and parking changes on various local streets.

• Proposed ordinance for stop signs on Middle, High, and Clement Streets
• Traffic calming requests for South Main, Warner, and Florence Streets
• Parking request for Locust Street
• Proposed ordinance regarding parking on Hawley Street

Energy & Sustainability Commission Pollinator Habitat Subcommittee

The subcommittee is meeting to review draft goals and a mission statement for the mowing subcommittee. The agenda also includes a stakeholder presentation and follow-up from a previous meeting with Smith Vocational.

• Review of draft goals and mission statement for the mowing subcommittee
• Presentation from a new stakeholder (TBD)
• Follow-up from a previous meeting with Smith Vocational

Arts Council

The Northampton Arts Council will meet via Zoom on November 15, 2022. The agenda includes a review of LCC FY23 grants and a discussion regarding group meeting norms.

• LCC FY23 Grant Review

City Council Committee on Legislative Matters

The Committee on Legislative Matters is reviewing several proposed ordinances. These include changes to parking regulations on Main Street (Leeds), Stoddard Street, and Prospect Street, as well as a prohibition on the use of wild or exotic animals for entertainment.

• Ordinance relative to parking on Main Street (Leeds)
• Ordinance prohibiting the use of wild or exotic animals for entertainment
• Ordinance relative to parking on Stoddard Street
• Ordinance relative to parking on Prospect Street

Council on Aging Board

The agenda consists of standard procedural items. No specific projects, contracts, or new business topics are detailed in this document.

• Review and approval of October 13, 2022 minutes
• Director's report

Urban Forestry Commission Educational Outreach Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss creating a proactive educational and management strategy regarding the Spotted Lanternfly. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Development of an educational and management strategy for the Spotted Lanternfly

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will discuss school improvement plans and face mask policies. Members will also vote on creating a superintendent search subcommittee and a new capital reserve fund. The committee will review budget transfers and a donation for a field trip.

• Vote to establish a $5,000,000 capital reserve fund
• Vote to create a Superintendent Search Subcommittee
• $39,672 budget transfer from Ryan Road Student Needs to Nursing Center Services
• Acceptance of a $5,010 donation from Leeds PTO for a field trip
• Discussion and possible vote on face mask policy (EBCFA)

Northampton School Committee

The committee will review school improvement plans for several local schools and consider changes to the 2022-2023 school calendar. Members will also vote on creating a superintendent search subcommittee and establishing a capital reserve fund.

• Vote to establish a capital reserve fund with a $5,000,000 limit
• Vote to create a Superintendent Search Subcommittee
• Acceptance of a $5,010 donation from Leeds PTO for 3rd Grade Field Trip
• Budget transfer of $39,672 at Ryan Road for RN Agency services
• Discussion and possible vote on face mask policy (EBCFA)

Northampton School Committee

The committee will consider establishing a capital reserve fund with a $5,000,000 limit for fixed assets and approving changes to the 2022-2023 school calendar. The agenda also includes reviewing school improvement plans and discussing face mask policies.

• Vote to establish a capital reserve fund with a $5,000,000 limit
• Vote to approve changes to the 2022-2023 school year calendar
• Budget transfer of $39,672 at Ryan Road from Student Needs to Nursing Center Services
• Acceptance of a $5,010 donation from Leeds PTO for a 3rd grade field trip
• Vote to approve Northampton Education Foundation Small Grants

Northampton School Committee Curriculum Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates regarding Vertical K-8 Math and NHS Standards Based Grading. The meeting also includes an overview of the November 8th Professional Development Day.

• Approval of October 12, 2022 minutes
• Overview of November 8th Professional Development Day
• Update on Vertical K-8 Math
• Update on NHS Program of Studies
• Update on NHS Standards Based Grading

City Council Committee on Finance

The committee will discuss the format of upcoming budget listening sessions. Members will also explore municipal, state, and federal funding possibilities for a potential Climate Crisis Director position. No financial orders are scheduled for this meeting.

• Funding options for a potential Climate Crisis Director position
• Format of Finance Committee Budget Listening Session
• Approval of minutes from May 5, May 11, May 31, and September 21, 2022

Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss letters of support for the Rocky Hill MultiUse Trail & Greenway and Connecticut River Greenway CPA projects. The agenda also includes a crosswalk inquiry at Riverside Dr/Ladd Ave and follow-up on Spring Street traffic calming measures.

• Crosswalk inquiry at Riverside Dr/Ladd Ave
• Letter of support discussion for Rocky Hill MultiUse Trail & Greenway CPA project
• Letter of support discussion for Connecticut River Greenway CPA project
• Discussion on Spring Street traffic calming measures

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The committee will discuss progress on workshop documents and outreach strategies. A conversation is scheduled with Megan Paik from the Human Rights Commission. Members will also vote on whether to extend the committee's charge.

• Conversation with Megan Paik from the Human Rights Commission
• Discussion regarding workshopping Google docs and forms
• Vote about extension of Committee charge

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The Energy & Sustainability Commission will review the minutes from the October 18, 2022, meeting for approval. The agenda includes status reports on Leeds Windows construction costs and the 'Getting to Zero' strategic approach. Announcements will cover grant applications and dimming lights at the Roundhouse Lot.

• Approval of October 18, 2022, meeting minutes
• Status report on Leeds Windows, ERV, and VRF timing/costs
• 'Getting to Zero' strategic approach report
• Announcement regarding dimming Roundhouse Lot lights

Arts Council

The Northampton Arts Council will assign LCC grants for review and discuss grant extension requests. The meeting also includes a financial overview and an update on biennial special meeting scheduling.

• LCC Grant Review Update
• Grant Extension Request
• Financial Overview
• Biennial Special Meeting Scheduling Update

Disability Commission

The Commission will review staff responses to questions regarding accessible trails and the sidewalk inventory. Members will also discuss the commission's charter and a planned movie screening for early 2023.

• Staff report on accessible trails and sidewalk inventory
• Discussion of 'Crip Camp' movie screening in early 2023
• Review of Disability Commission charter and officer roles
• Call for nominations for Chair and Vice-Chair

Urban Forestry Commission STO Subcommittee

The Urban Forestry Commission Subcommittee is meeting to hold a discussion regarding STO. The agenda also includes a public comment period and any other unanticipated business.

• Discussion of STO

Housing Partnership

The Housing Partnership will discuss affordable housing development with Valley Community Development. The meeting also includes discussions regarding next steps for the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund and upcoming projects at a CPA meeting.

• Discussion on previous Housing Partnership Charter
• Discussion with Laura Baker regarding affordable housing development
• Next steps for Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Support for upcoming affordable housing projects at the Nov. 16 CPA meeting
• Approval of October 3, 2022 minutes

Housing Partnership

The Housing Partnership will discuss affordable housing development with Valley Community Development and next steps for the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the previous Housing Partnership Charter.

• Discussion on Previous Housing Partnership Charter
• Affordable housing development discussion with Laura Baker from Valley Community Development
• Next steps for Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Approval of October 3, 2022 minutes
• Rescheduling the January meeting to January 9

City Council Committee on City Services

The Committee on City Services will review several appointments referred by the City Council. These items include reappointments and new members for committees such as the Agricultural Commission, Planning Board, and Arts Council.

• Reappointment to the Agricultural Commission
• Vacancy filling for the Arts Council
• Vacancy filling for the Planning Board
• Vacancy filling for the Transportation & Parking Commission
• Appointments to the Elected Officials Compensation Advisory Board

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will receive reports regarding programs, projects, and capital improvements. The agenda includes updates on the Pickleball Feasibility Study and the Aquatic & Family Center.

• Pickleball Feasibility Study update
• Aquatic & Family Center update
• Capital Improvements report
• CPA Update

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the FY2023 tax classification and local tax levy percentages. Finance Director Charlene Nardi will present the first quarter financial report. The agenda also includes several appointments and first readings of financial orders.

• Public hearing on FY2023 tax classification
• First Quarter Financial Report presentation
• Appointment to the Conservation Commission
• Appointments to Elected Officials Compensation Advisory Board
• Order to appropriate Senior Center Gift Fund money for health and wellness aid

R.K. Finn Ryan Road School Council

The R.K. Finn Ryan Road School Council will meet to vote on approving the school's improvement plan for the 2022-2023 academic year. The agenda contains only this single item.

• Vote to approve the RK Finn Ryan Road School 2022-2023 Improvement Plan

License Commission

The Commission is reviewing several liquor license applications, including a new common victualler license for Little Wall, LLC in Florence. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding changes to ownership and management for various local businesses.

• New common victualler license application for Little Wall, LLC at 91 Main St., Florence
• Short term liquor license for The Academy of Music, Inc. for the Pioneer Valley Ballet Nutcracker
• Public hearing on ownership changes for Pride Operating, LLC at 375 King St.
• Change of manager application for Teapot Restaurant, Inc. at 116 Main Street
• Ownership and stock interest changes for Cooper’s Corner and State Street Wine & Spirits

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will review minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on stormwater and trees by Doug McDonald and discussions regarding fall planting and communication strategies.

• Review/approval of October 19, 2022, minutes
• Stormwater & Trees presentation by Doug McDonald
• STO Subgroup update
• Fall planting discussion
• SLF communication strategies discussion

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving on City Boards and Commissions will discuss workshopping a Google doc and forms. The meeting also includes assignment updates and discussion regarding outreach.

• Workshopping Google doc and forms
• Assignment updates
• Discussion about outreach

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will meet via Zoom to elect a delegate for the 2022 MASC Delegate Assembly. The committee also plans to vote on six specific resolutions covering topics such as transgender student sanctuary laws and special education funding.

• Election of a Delegate for the 2022 MASC Delegate Assembly
• Vote on resolutions regarding sanctuary laws for transgender students
• Vote on increasing the maximum balance allowed by the Special Education Reserve Fund
• Vote on resolutions regarding local governance and regional school assessment funds

Central Business Architecture

The Central Business Architecture Committee met to address a demolition request for the church at 10 Hawley St. The applicant, O’Connell Development, has requested to withdraw the application. No decision on the demolition will be made during this meeting.

• Withdrawal of demolition request for 10 Hawley St

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site plan review for Prospect Place Owner LLC to renovate and create 60 units at 737 Bridge Road. The agenda also includes closing out a subdivision permit for Higgins Way and approving previous meeting minutes.

• Site plan review for 60 units at 737 Bridge Rd
• Closing of the Higgins Way subdivision permit
• Approval of minutes from 9/8, 9/22, and 10/13

Northampton Retirement Board

The board will review the third quarter investment report and budget report. Members will also discuss a base increase for the Retiree Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). The meeting includes votes on retirement applications, payroll warrants, and survivor allowances.

• Retiree COLA base increase discussion
• 3rd Quarter Report on Investments presentation
• Review of 3rd Quarter Budget Report
• Vote on superannuation retirement applications
• Review/vote on retiree and survivor allowances

Northampton School Committee

The Ad Hoc Exit Interview Subcommittee is meeting to establish a meeting schedule and discuss its goals. The agenda also includes discussion regarding study framing and Jamboard questions.

• Vote on subcommittee meeting schedule
• Discussion and possible vote on subcommittee goals
• Discussion of study framing and Jamboard questions

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals met to continue an appeal regarding a structure at 129 Riverbank Rd. The applicant has requested a 30-day continuance without opening the case.

• Request for a 30-day continuance regarding a structure at 129 Riverbank Rd

City Council Committee on Finance

The Finance Committee will discuss the financial implications of capping retail marijuana stores in Northampton. The meeting includes a review of legal questions related to cannabis legislation and its effect on social equity applicants. Members will also discuss their role in the upcoming FY2024 budget season.

• Discussion on the financial impact of capping retail marijuana stores
• Review of legal implications regarding cannabis legislation and social equity applicants
• Discussion of the committee's role in the FY2024 budget season

R.K. Finn Ryan Road School Council

The council will vote on the September 2022 meeting minutes and discuss goals for the School Improvement Plan. Members will also work on creating action steps for the plan and select a date for a future vote.

• Vote to approve September 2022 School Council minutes
• Discussion of School Improvement Plan goals and action steps
• Selection of a date for the School Improvement Plan vote

City Council

The City Council will consider several financial orders and new ordinances. Items include a $750,000 appropriation for a radio system upgrade and rules regarding parking in Leeds and exotic animal entertainment. The council will also review committee appointments.

• Appropriation of $750,000 for radio system upgrade
• Ordinance regarding parking on Main Street (Leeds)
• Ordinance prohibiting wild or exotic animal entertainment
• Appointments to Planning Board and other committees
• Warrant for the November 8, 2022 State Election

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a hearing for Jims Variety concerning an appeal of a correction/cease and desist order. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19, vaccines, and flu clinics. Additionally, the board will discuss mask advisories and ventilation taskforce updates.

• Hearing for Jims Variety (15 West Farms Road) regarding a cease and desist order appeal
• Update on COVID-19 dashboard, vaccines, and flu clinics
• Introduction of Sean Donovan, DHHS Division of Community Cares Director
• Updates on mask advisories and ventilation taskforce

Urban Forestry Commission

The Northampton Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to review minutes from October 5, 2022. The agenda also includes discussions regarding STO, fall planting, and SLF communication strategies.

• Approval of October 5, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion on STO
• Discussion on Fall Planting
• Discussion on SLF Strategies for Communicating to the Public

Northampton School Committee Rules & Policy Subcommittee

The Rules & Policy Subcommittee will meet to review several school committee policies. This includes discussions regarding face masks, exposure protocols, and agenda formats. The subcommittee may also vote on policies related to minutes and advisory committees.

• Review of Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings)
• Vote on Policy BEDG (Minutes)
• Vote on Policies BEDB and BEDB-E (Agenda Format)
• Review of Policy BDF (Advisory Committees)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will welcome new commissioners Dianna Stallone and Angela D’Souza. Guest speakers from the Northampton Reparations Committee and Housing as a Human Right 2022 programs are scheduled to present. The commission will also discuss barriers to service on city boards and commissions.

• Welcome of new commissioners Dianna Stallone and Angela D’Souza
• Presentation by Northampton Reparations Committee
• Discussion of Housing as a Human Right 2022 programs
• Review of Select Committee to Study Barriers to Service on City Boards and Commissions
• Approval of August minutes

Youth Commission

The commission will discuss voter registration and potential reparations. Members are scheduled to vote on the 2022-23 missions for the Climate and Sustainability and Education working groups.

• Vote to approve Climate and Sustainability working group mission
• Vote to approve Education working group mission
• Discussion of voter registration
• Discussion of potential reparations

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider several votes, including the creation of a $5,000,000 capital reserve account for capital item maintenance and improvement. The board will also vote on a storm water system submission and a new grant manual. Additionally, trustees will review reports from school administrators and subcommittees.

• Creation of The Collaborative for Educational Services Capital Reserve Account with a $5,000,000 limit
• Vote on Department of Public Works NOI submission regarding campus storm water system alterations
• Approval of the Federal and State Grant Manual
• Approval of one drill press from Agriculture Mechanics for resale as surplus

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Trustees will vote on creating a $5,000,000 Capital Reserve Account for school improvements and acquisitions. They will also discuss a Department of Public Works submission regarding campus storm water system alterations.

• Vote to approve the creation of a $5,000,000 Capital Reserve Account
• Discussion and vote on DPW NOI submission for campus storm water system alterations
• Review of grant procurement and procedures
• Vote to approve the sale of one drill press from Agriculture Mechanics

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Property Subcommittee will continue discussions regarding options and plans for the E Building. The provided agenda contains only this single item for discussion.

• Continued discussion regarding E Building options and plans

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The commission will discuss adding sustainability metrics to the capital improvement approval process. Members will also hear reports on the new building code and electric grid pitfalls. The agenda includes updates on revolving fund expenditures for solar repairs and EV charging.

• Adding sustainability metrics into capital improvement approval process
• Report on new building code details
• Report on electric grid pitfalls
• Update on SVAHS PV Repair and Leeds ERV/VRF construction cost estimates
• Discussion regarding fees for EV charging

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The commission will vote on an expenditure from the E&S Revolving Fund to upgrade a modem for the Florence Fields PV Array. The meeting also includes discussions regarding sustainability metrics in capital improvements and reports on the electric grid and new building codes.

• Vote on E&S Revolving Fund expenditure for Florence Fields PV Array modem upgrade
• Discussion on adding sustainability metrics to capital improvement approval process
• Report on SVAHS PV Repair and Leeds ERV/VRF Systems construction costs
• Review of new building code details from Louis Hasbrouck
• Report on electric grid pitfalls from Gordon Meadows

Northampton School Committee Budget & Property Subcommittee

The Northampton School Committee Budget and Property Subcommittee will review the August 8th meeting minutes. The agenda includes updates on electric school buses, a start time survey, and after-school care. A presentation regarding the 2023-2024 budget protocol is also scheduled.

• Approval of August 8th meeting minutes
• Update on electric school buses
• Update on start time survey
• Update on after school care
• Presentation on 2023-2024 budget protocol

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee

The Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee will meet to discuss next steps. The agenda contains no other specific items for discussion or decision.

• Discussion regarding next steps

Northampton Housing Authority

The Commissioners will review the FY23 Budget presentation and vote on its approval for all programs. The board will also discuss basements at Hampshire and Florence Heights and consider motions regarding 18 Cortelli Street and a project in Easthampton.

• Approval of the FY23 Budget
• Sale of 18 Cortelli Street
• Monitoring Services Agreement for 40R Project on Cottage St in Easthampton
• Discussion regarding basements at Hampshire and Florence Heights

Leeds Elementary School Council

The council is meeting to work on the development and drafting of a School Improvement Plan. The meeting will also include discussions regarding upcoming school events.

• School Improvement Plan development and drafting
• Review of Caregiver Survey Results
• Discussion of Science Fair, Variety Show, and Trunk or Treat

Valley Green Energy Working Group (VGEWG)

The Valley Green Energy Working Group is discussing next steps for the Community Choice Aggregation program. This includes reviewing an outreach and education plan, a draft aggregation plan, and a draft electricity supply agreement for legal review.

• Review of September 6, 2022, minutes
• Discussion of CCA Outreach and Education Plan
• Discussion of Draft Aggregation Plan
• Review of draft Electricity Supply Agreement for legal review

Council on Aging Board

The agenda consists of procedural items and reports. The board will review minutes from September 15, 2022, and receive a report from the Director.

• Review and approval of September 15, 2022, minutes
• Director's Report

Northampton School Committee Student Advisory Council

The meeting includes a roll call of the School Committee and a presentation from the Student Union regarding student representatives and the SAC.

• Student Union presentation on student representatives and SAC

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct site plan reviews for two properties in Florence. These include a request for a detached second unit at 4 Pine Valley Rd and a second driveway opening at 110 Morningside Dr.

• Site plan review for a detached second unit at 4 Pine Valley Rd
• Site plan review for a second driveway opening at 110 Morningside Dr

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct site plan reviews for properties in Florence. This includes a detached second unit at 4 Pine Valley Rd and a driveway opening at 110 Morningside Dr. The board will also address ANRs for Crafts Ave and Platinum Cir.

• Site Plan Review: detached second unit at 4 Pine Valley Rd, Florence
• Site Plan Review: second driveway opening at 110 Morningside Dr, Florence
• ANR review for Crafts Ave and Platinum Cir

Northampton School Committee

The committee will consider several policy updates and subcommittee reports. Agenda items include voting on COVID-related policy recommendations and a budget transfer for special education evaluations.

• Acceptance of $9,000 donation from Smith College for computers
• Vote to adopt COVID advisory subcommittee policy recommendations
• Vote on budget transfer from NHS Psychologist to SPED Evaluations
• Vote to move to hybrid (in-person/remote) meetings
• Discussion regarding superintendent search firms

Northampton School Committee

The committee will discuss the superintendent search process and curriculum updates for high school and elementary levels. Members will also vote on a $9,000 computer donation from Smith College and a budget transfer for special education evaluations.

• Acceptance of $9,000 donation from Smith College for computers
• Vote to accept the NEF Book Fund Donation
• Budget transfer from NHS Psychologist to SPED Evaluations
• Approval of job description for ESP at NPS
• Discussion regarding superintendent search firms

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will discuss potential superintendent search firms and review COVID-19 masking policies. The committee is also scheduled to vote on a budget transfer for special education evaluations and a transition to hybrid meetings. Additionally, the committee will consider a $9,000 donation from Smith College for computers.

• $9,000 donation from Smith College for computers
• Vote on budget transfer from NHS Psychologist to SPED Evaluations
• Vote to move to hybrid (in-person/remote) meetings
• Discussion of superintendent search firms
• Acceptance of NEF Book Fund Donation

Pioneer Valley Planning Commission

The commission will review the scope of its Strategic Plan presented by the Consensus Building Institute. The meeting also includes an overview of the Age and Dementia Friendly Pioneer Valley Initiative featuring several guest speakers.

• Strategic Plan Scope Presentation by the Consensus Building Institute (CBI)
• Overview of the Age and Dementia Friendly Pioneer Valley Initiative
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2022, and June 9, 2022

Northampton School Committee Curriculum Subcommittee

The Curriculum Subcommittee will discuss updates regarding Vertical Math and Reading Teams and NPS Standards-Based Grading. The meeting also includes presentations on the NPS Teacher PD Plan and the NHS Program of Studies.

• Vote to approve August 23, 2022 minutes
• Update on Vertical Math and Reading Teams
• Update on NPS Standards-Based Grading
• Presentation on NPS Teacher PD Plan
• Presentation on NHS Program of Studies

Northampton School Committee Curriculum Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review the NPS Teacher Professional Development Plan and receive updates on Standards Based Grading for NHS and JFK. Members will also discuss Vertical Math and Reading Teams and set goals for the 2022-23 school year.

• Introduction of the NPS Teacher PD Plan
• Update on Standards Based Grading at NHS and JFK
• Update on Vertical Math and Reading Teams
• Review of the NHS Program of Studies 2023-2024

Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss traffic calming on Spring Street and the distribution of a Resident Manual for Neighborhood Safety. The meeting also includes updates on several design, planned, and construction projects.

• Traffic calming on Spring Street
• Distribution and outreach for Resident Manual for Neighborhood Safety
• Design/planned projects including Rocky Hill Greenway and Connecticut River Trail
• Construction updates for Florence Center, Leonard St, and Pleasant St
• Bike shelter selection

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The City Council Select Committee will discuss strategies for collecting testimonies and provide an update on possible compensation. The meeting also includes a review of workshop documents and next steps for the study.

• Update on possible compensation
• Strategy to collect testimonies
• Review of workshop documents
• Discussion of timeline and next steps

Board of Registrars

This meeting consists of procedural items including a review of previous meeting minutes and ROV statistics. The agenda also includes a period for new business.

• Review of previous meeting minutes
• ROV Statistics
• New business

Arts Council

The Northampton Arts Council will receive updates regarding the Poet Laureate and Youth Poet Laureate programs. The meeting also includes updates on the grant review process and next steps for the Biennial.

• Poet Laureate & Youth Poet Laureate update
• Grant Review Process update
• Biennial Next Steps update
• Group Meeting Norms

Arts Council

The Northampton Arts Council will receive updates regarding the Poet Laureate and Youth Poet Laureate programs. The meeting also includes updates on the grant review process and next steps for the Biennial.

• Poet Laureate & Youth Poet Laureate update
• Grant Review Process update
• Biennial Next Steps - Special meeting update
• Group Meeting Norms

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will discuss updates to the Accessible Parking Revolving Funds and architecture design costs. The meeting includes a review of sidewalk inventory maps and condition lists. Members will also discuss the accessibility of Northampton businesses.

• Approval of September 13 meeting minutes
• Discussion with Building Inspector Jonathan Flagg
• Updates on Accessible Parking Revolving Funds and architecture fees
• Review of sidewalk inventory maps and conditions
• Discussion regarding the accessibility of Northampton businesses

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding National Grid/Verizon pole petitions for Willow Street and Hawley Street. The agenda includes first readings for various financial orders, such as a $750,000 radio system upgrade. Additionally, the council will consider committee appointments and parking ordinances.

• Public hearing on National Grid/Verizon pole installation on Willow Street
• Public hearing on National Grid pole relocation and removal on Hawley Street
• $750,000 appropriation for a radio system upgrade
• $500,000 CPA funds appropriation for 10 Hawley Street Rehabilitation Project
• Ordinance to amend parking meter locations and regulations

City Council Committee on Finance

The Finance Committee will deliberate on an order to appropriate $500,000 in CPA funds for the 10 Hawley Street Rehabilitation Project. This item follows a neutral recommendation from the Community Resources Committee.

• Order 22.167: Appropriation of $500,000 in CPA funds for 10 Hawley Street Rehabilitation Project

Youth Commission

The Northampton Youth Commission will conduct elections for several leadership positions, including Chair and Secretary. The commission also plans to vote on establishing an Outreach working group and approving its 2022-23 goals.

• Elections for Chair, Vice-chair, Secretary, City council liaison, and Social media manager
• Vote to establish the Outreach working group
• Vote to approve official goals for the Outreach working group for 2022-23
• Introduction of the Vote16 working group history and future plans

License Commission

The License Commission is reviewing multiple short-term liquor license applications for upcoming local events, including concerts and races. The meeting includes public hearings regarding license transfers for The Office and The Dirty Truth. Members will also consider new entertainment, lodging, and common victualler licenses.

• Public hearing on license transfers for The Office at 320 Riverside Dr.
• Public hearing on license transfers for The Dirty Truth at 29 Main St.
• New entertainment license application for Homestead at 7 Strong Ave.
• Request to extend bar hours from 1 a.m. to 2 a.m. for Tellus and The Satellite Bar
• New common victualler and entertainment license for BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will review minutes from the September 21, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on the Cambridge Tree Protection Ordinance and discussions regarding STO and fall planting.

• Review/approval of September 21, 2022, minutes
• Presentation on the Cambridge Tree Protection Ordinance
• Discussion regarding STO
• Discussion regarding fall planting
• Discussion on SLF strategies for communicating to the public

Energy & Sustainability Commission Pollinator Habitat Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss draft goals and a mission statement for the mowing subcommittee. The meeting includes an overview of mowing practices at Smith Vocational School.

• Drafting goals and a mission statement for the mowing subcommittee
• Identification of potential stakeholders
• Overview of Smith Vocational mowing practices by Tim Smith, Director of Buildings & Grounds

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations regarding student masking following classroom exposure and triggers for universal masking. Members will also vote on the election of a Chair and a motion from the September 13th meeting.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Vote on Mr. Silver’s Motion from the September 13th meeting
• Recommendations on student masking after classroom exposure
• Recommendations on triggers for universal masking
• Discussion on accommodation requirements and forms

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee will meet to elect a Chair and discuss masking protocols. The committee will consider a motion to align face covering policies with state guidelines. Members will also discuss student masking after classroom exposure and triggers for universal masking.

• Election of Chair
• Vote to align Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings) with DESE guidelines
• Discussion on student masking following classroom exposure
• Discussion on triggers for universal masking
• Discussion on accommodation requirements and forms

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations regarding school COVID-19 policies. This includes deciding if face mask policies should align with state guidelines and reviewing protocols for indoor masking and known exposures.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Recommendation on aligning School Committee Policy EBCFA with state guidelines
• Discussion of universal indoor masking implementation and rescission conditions
• Review of protocols following known classroom or school exposures
• Review of accommodation requirement forms

City Council Committee on Legislative Matters

The Committee on Legislative Matters will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed zoning map amendment for Prince Street. The committee will also review ordinances related to parking meter regulations, fire lanes, and vacancy procedures for the Community Preservation Committee.

• Public hearing for an ordinance to amend the zoning map on Prince Street
• Ordinance to amend parking meter locations and regulations
• Ordinance regarding fire lane designations
• Procedures for filling vacancies on the Community Preservation Committee
• Ordinance amending Section 272-18 C exemptions

Housing Partnership

The Housing Partnership will discuss affordable housing topics with Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra and Carolyn Misch. The agenda includes discussions on the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund, Planning Board roles, and pending projects. The body will also approve minutes from September 12, 2022.

• Discussion of Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Discussion regarding housing affordability and permit types
• Review of Planning Board roles and pending projects
• Approval of September 12, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council Committee on City Services

The committee will hold a roundtable discussion with the Health Commissioner and Police Chief regarding how retail marijuana sales affect public safety and health services. The agenda also includes reviewing appointments to fill vacancies on several city committees.

• Roundtable: Impact of retail marijuana sales on city services
• Appointment review: Kaye Carroll to Arts Council
• Appointment review: David Reckhow to Conservation Commission
• Appointment review: Mary Lou Stuart to Board of Registrars
• Appointment review: Community Preservation Committee vacancy

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will receive the Director’s Report, which includes updates on the Florence Rec Fields Playground and a Pickleball Feasibility Study. The meeting also covers DPW Parks Division updates and capital improvements.

• Florence Rec Fields Playground project update
• Pickleball Feasibility Study
• DPW Parks Division Update
• Capital Improvements update
• CPA Update

Northampton School Committee Superintendent Evaluation Team

The Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to conduct a roll call and review the Superintendent's goals and the evaluation process.

• Review of Superintendent Goals & evaluation process

Northampton Retirement Board

The Northampton Retirement Board will meet to review and vote on the retirement budget for the 2023 calendar year. The meeting also includes reviewing retirement applications, survivor allowances, and payroll warrants. Additionally, there will be a report on the PERAC Emerging Issues Forum.

• Review/vote on the 1/1/2023-12/31/2023 retirement budget
• Review/vote on new members and retirement applications
• Review retiree and survivor allowances
• Review payroll and accounts payable warrants
• Report on PERAC Emerging Issues Forum

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving on City Boards and Commissions will discuss outreach assignments and strategies. The committee also plans to continue workshopping forms and a Google doc, and hold a conversation with Court Cline.

• Workshopping Google doc and forms
• Conversation with Court Cline
• Outreach assignments and discussion

Transportation & Parking Commission

The Commission will discuss traffic calming requests for Fair, Clement, Fruit, Earle/Grove, and Chestnut Streets. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Downtown Parking Fee Structure ordinance. Additionally, updates will be provided on previous applications for Olive Street and North Maple Street.

• Traffic calming requests for Fair, Clement, Fruit, Earle/Grove, and Chestnut Streets
• Discussion of Downtown Parking Fee Structure ordinance
• Update on Olive Street traffic calming application
• Update on North Maple Street traffic calming application

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee is holding a retreat meeting. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the roles and responsibilities of school committees.

• Presentation on roles and responsibilities of school committees

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving on City Boards and Commissions is discussing outreach strategies and assignments. The committee will also work on finalizing Google documents and forms.

• Workshopping Google doc and forms
• Conversation with Court Cline
• Outreach assignments and discussion

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review a draft section of the Preservation Plan. The commission will also consider requests for support regarding Autumn 2022 Community Preservation Act (CPA) applications.

• Review of Preservation Plan Draft Section
• CPA application support: Northampton Community Music Center rehabilitation
• CPA application support: DAR House wiring
• CPA application support: Smith Charities, 51 Main Street rehabilitation
• Section 106 Review for Veterans Affairs Medical Center upgrades

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a site plan for two detached units at 23 Hooker Ave. The board will also consider ANRs for Massasoit St and Bardwell St.

• Site plan review for two detached units by Backyard ADUs at 23 Hooker Ave
• ANRs for Massasoit St and Bardwell St

Franklin Hampshire Regional Workforce Board

The committee will review the 4th Quarter FY22 Performance Scorecard and the FY22 Training Investments Report. The agenda also includes an Employer Monthly Engagement Report and a vote to approve the April 21, 2022, minutes.

• Vote to approve April 21, 2022, minutes
• Review of 4th Quarter FY22 Performance Scorecard
• Review of FY22 Training Investments Report
• Review of Employer Monthly Engagement Report

Northampton School Committee

The committee will vote on revising the 2023 School Choice Budget. Members will also receive an update regarding a bomb threat incident at Northampton High School that occurred on September 13th. An executive session is requested for negotiations with nonunion personnel.

• Vote to revise 2023 School Choice Budget
• Update on September 13 bomb threat at NHS
• Executive session regarding negotiations with nonunion personnel

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will host guest speakers to discuss reparations in Northampton and 2022 housing programs. The meeting also includes discussions on onboarding for commission re-envisioning and barriers to serving on city boards.

• Guest speaker presentation on reparations in Northampton
• Discussion of Housing as a Human Right 2022 programs
• Review of the Select Committee to Study Barriers to Service on City Boards and Commissions
• Continued discussion on onboarding for re-envisioning the Commission

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two items. These include a special permit request for a larger front wall sign at 199 Pine St and a commercial finding for Rock Valley Heating & Air Conditioning on Westhampton Rd.

• Special Permit for larger front wall sign at 199 Pine St, Florence
• Commercial Finding for Rock Valley Heating & Air Conditioning on Westhampton Rd

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will review minutes from the September 7, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes discussions on STO, fall planting projects, and Spotted Lanternfly public outreach strategies. Members will also discuss DCR Community Challenge Grant opportunities.

• Review/approve Sept 7, 2022 minutes
• STO Discussion
• Fall Planting Projects
• Spotted Lanternfly public outreach strategies
• DCR Community Challenge Grant opportunities

City Council Committee on Finance

The Joint Committee on Finance and Community Resources will consider an order to appropriate $500,000 in CPA funds for the 10 Hawley Street rehabilitation project. The committee will also discuss its role in the FY2024 budget season and potential cannabis capping discussions.

• Order to appropriate $500,000 in CPA funds for 10 Hawley Street rehabilitation
• Discussion of Finance Committee's role in the FY2024 budget season
• Discussion on adding cannabis capping to the agenda
• Approval of May 2022 meeting minutes

Northampton School Committee Rules & Policy Subcommittee

The Northampton School Committee Rules & Policy Subcommittee will review multiple policies for potential votes. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding safety policies in Section E.

• Vote on Policy BEDG (Minutes)
• Vote on Policy BDF (Advisory Committees to the School Committee)
• Vote on Policy BEDB (Agenda Format and Addendum)
• Discussion of Safety Policies in Section E

Youth Commission

This is the first meeting of the Northampton Youth Commission. The commission will review its history, structure, and past accomplishments while discussing general goals for the 2022-23 year. Members will also address potential growth and available positions.

• Review of commission history and structure
• Discussion of 2022-23 general goals
• Discussion regarding Gazette columns
• Elections for available positions

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving on City Boards and Commissions will discuss outreach strategies and workshopping Google Docs. The agenda also includes a review of previous meeting minutes and a period for public comment.

• Discussion about outreach
• Workshopping Google docs

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Property Subcommittee met to continue discussions regarding options and plans for the E Building. The agenda contains only this single item for discussion.

• Continued discussion regarding E Building options and plans

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider updates to the Admissions Policy and applications for a Skills Capital Grant. They will also vote on out-of-state field trips and school infrastructure projects including a stormwater system outfall.

• $186,597 expenditure for an access control management system
• Updates to the Admissions Policy
• Out-of-state field trips to Rhode Island and New York City
• Application for a Skills Capital Grant
• Approval of surplus equipment for resale or scrap

Northampton Retirement Board

The Northampton Retirement Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The board plans to review disability applications and enter an executive session to discuss personnel-related matters.

• Review of disability application(s)
• Vote to accept disability application(s)
• Executive session regarding individual character or health

City Council Committee on Community Resources

The Committee will hold a roundtable discussion regarding how retail marijuana sales affect local human services and prevention programs. The committee will also receive an update on the three-year review of facial recognition use by municipal agencies.

• Roundtable discussion on the impact of retail marijuana sales on community resources
• Three-year review of Chapter 290 Article 1 Use of Face Recognition Systems
• Update on facial recognition systems from the ACLU of Massachusetts
• Approval of minutes from February, March, and June 2022 meetings

Northampton Housing Authority

The board will discuss updates regarding Corticelli Street, basements at Hampshire and Florence Heights, and diversity training. Resolutions are on the agenda to adopt new Section 8 payment standards and federal flat rents. A presentation on the 2022 REAC inspection is also scheduled.

• Adoption of Section 8 Payment Standards effective 10/1/22
• Adoption of Federal Flat Rents effective 11/1/22
• Corticelli Street update discussion
• Basements at Hampshire and Florence Heights discussion
• Presentation of the 2022 REAC Inspection

Northampton School Committee

The Ad Hoc Exit Interview Subcommittee will meet to elect its Chair. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding the exit interview process for Northampton Public Schools.

• Election of a subcommittee Chair
• Discussion of the Northampton Public Schools exit interview process

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging will review July 2022 minutes and hear a director's report. New business includes discussions regarding staff compensation, the DoozyDo Parade, and COA meeting format.

• Request for Staff Compensation
• DoozyDo Parade discussion
• Proposed changes to COA meeting day, time, and format

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding parking on New South Street, State Street, and fire lanes. Members will also consider a first reading for special legislation related to fossil fuel-free new construction. Additionally, the agenda includes committee appointments and financial orders.

• Ordinance regarding parking on New South Street (2nd reading)
• Ordinance regarding parking on State Street (2nd reading)
• Ordinance regarding fire lanes (2nd reading)
• Order for special legislation relative to fossil fuel-free new construction (1st reading)
• Financial order to reprogram funds for a scanner-printer (1st reading)

Northampton School Committee Superintendent Evaluation Team

The Northampton School Committee Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to review the superintendent's goals and the evaluation process. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Review of Superintendent goals
• Review of evaluation process

Board of Health

The Northampton Board of Health will review local tobacco regulations against the updated Model State Tobacco Regulation. The meeting also includes updates on vaccine clinics, the COVID dashboard, and ventilation taskforce progress.

• Review of CoN BoH Tobacco Regulation compared to Model State Tobacco Regulation
• Vaccine Clinic and COVID Dashboard updates
• Updates on Mask Advisory, Mask Hours Advisory, and Ventilation Taskforce
• Introduction of Public Health Nurse Elliot Ezcurra and DHHS Division of Community Cares Director Sean Donovan

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee is holding an emergency meeting to receive a report regarding an incident that occurred on September 13, 2022, at Northampton High School. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom.

• Report on the September 13th incident at Northampton High School

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee will meet to review potential changes to Policy EBCFA. The committee may also hold a vote on amendments regarding face masks and face coverings.

• Possible vote on amendments to Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings)

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The City Council Select Committee is discussing strategies for collecting testimonies and conducting outreach regarding barriers to serving on city boards and commissions. The committee will also discuss the possibility of compensation for board members.

• Strategy to collect testimonies
• Possible compensation
• Assignments for outreach

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The commission will vote on expenditures for solar array repairs and cost estimates for systems at Leeds School. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the new building code, electric grid issues, and fees for EV charging.

• Solar array repair expenditures
• Construction cost estimates for VRF & ERV systems at Leeds School
• Discussion on charging fees for EV charging
• Guidance on sustainability metrics in capital improvement approvals
• Review of the new building code

Leeds Elementary School Council

The Leeds Elementary School Council met to discuss the development of the School Improvement Plan. The agenda also included a period for public comment.

• School Improvement Plan Development

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will review voter turnout data from the September 6, 2022, election. The agenda includes certifying the 2022 State Primary Election tally sheet and reviewing recent record requests. The board will also discuss staffing for upcoming elections.

• Review of 9/6/2022 voter turnout data
• Certification of 2022 State Primary Election tally sheet
• Recent record requests
• Workers for upcoming elections

Arts Council

The council will discuss forming search committees for the Poet Laureate and Youth Poet Laureate positions. The agenda also includes discussions regarding mural projects and updates to the grant review process.

• Forming Poet Laureate and Youth Poet Laureate Search Committees
• Florence Paint Mural
• Thornes Mural
• Grant extension request
• Proposed updates to grant review process

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will discuss business accessibility with the Building Inspector and meet with the new Planning Director. The commission will also consider a vote to use accessible parking fines to fund design work for making municipal buildings accessible as part of a MOD grant.

• Vote on using accessible parking fines to pay for municipal building accessibility designs
• Discussion with Building Inspector Johnathan Flagg regarding business accessibility
• Introduction of new Planning Director Carolyn Misch
• Update on the MOD Grant Proposal due September 30

City Council Committee on Legislative Matters

The Committee on Legislative Matters will discuss several proposed ordinances. These include changes to parking on New South Street and State Street, as well as regulations for fire lanes. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting.

• Ordinance regarding parking on New South Street (22.163)
• Ordinance regarding parking on State Street (22.164)
• Ordinance regarding fire lanes (22.165)
• Ordinance amending Section 272-18 C Exemptions (22.168)

Housing Partnership

The Housing Partnership will discuss a recommendation for Community Preservation Act funding for the Burts Pit Road property. The meeting also includes discussions on housing production in Northampton and the election of officers.

• Funding recommendation for Burts Pit Road property
• Discussion on housing production in Northampton
• Election of officers
• Approval of August 1, 2022 minutes

Council on Aging Board

The Northampton Council on Aging will meet to review the minutes from July 14, 2022. The agenda includes a Director’s Report mentioning the DoozyDo Parade, along with discussions of old and new business.

• Review and approval of July 14, 2022 minutes
• Director's Report (DoozyDo Parade)
• Old Business
• New Business

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a site plan amendment for Northampton Area Pediatrics at 193 Locust St to extend a permit start time. The board will also review a proposal to rezone two parcels at 31 Chapel Street. Additionally, the agenda includes ANR reviews for Harrison Ave and Westhampton Rd.

• Site plan amendment for Northampton Area Pediatrics at 193 Locust St
• Proposed rezoning of 31 Chapel Street from URB to Planned Village
• ANR reviews for Harrison Ave and Westhampton Rd

Northampton School Committee

The committee will review the superintendent evaluation process and the 2023 School Choice budget. Discussions are also scheduled regarding face mask policies and electric school buses. A vote is planned to continue the use of remote meetings.

• Vote to revise the 2023 School Choice budget
• Acceptance of a $1,600.00 donation from JFK PTO for tables and chairs
• Report on Policy EBCFA regarding face masks and face coverings
• Discussion regarding electric school buses
• Vote to continue remote meeting extensions

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will meet to vote on revising the 2023 School Choice budget and continuing remote meetings. The agenda also includes reports on face mask policies, electric school busses, and superintendent evaluations.

• Vote to revise 2023 School Choice budget
• Vote to continue remote meeting extension
• Acceptance of $1,600.00 JFK PTO donation for tables and chairs
• Report on face masks and face coverings policy (EBCFA)
• Discussion regarding electric school busses

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Northampton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting via remote teleconference. The board is reviewing a request to extend a permit start time for Northampton Area Pediatrics and a special permit for a larger sign at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

• Site plan amendment to extend permit start time for Northampton Area Pediatrics, 193 Locust St
• Special permit for a larger sign by Agnoli Signs for Cooley Dickinson Hospital, 30 Locust St

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing two applications during this meeting. The board will consider a site plan amendment for Northampton Area Pediatrics and a special permit for a larger sign at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

• Site Plan Amendment to extend permit start time for Northampton Area Pediatrics, 193 Locust St
• Special Permit for a larger sign by Agnoli Signs for Cooley Dickinson Hospital, 30 Locust St

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board are reviewing several site plan amendments and permit requests. These include sign changes at Cooley Dickinson Hospital and residential unit additions in Northampton and Florence.

• Site Plan Amendment for Northampton Area Pediatrics, 193 Locust St
• Special Permit for a larger sign at 30 Locust St
• Site Plan to add a second unit at 40 Norfolk Ave
• Site Plan for a two-family home at 148 Federal St, Florence
• Site Plan for detached units at 88 Crescent St

License Commission

The License Commission is reviewing applications for short-term liquor licenses for various community events and performances. The meeting includes requests for outdoor dining extensions at Cafe Balagan and Brewster Court Pub. The commission will also consider entertainment license amendments and a series of Arts Night Out licenses.

• Outdoor dining extensions: Cafe Balagan (241 Main St.) and Brewster Court Pub
• Short-term liquor licenses for The Academy of Music Theater (274 Main St.)
• Arts Night Out short-term liquor licenses
• Entertainment license amendment for JJ’s Tavern (99 Main Street)
• Short-term liquor license for Northampton Center for the Arts (33 Hawley St.)

City Council Committee on City Services

The Committee on City Services will discuss an ordinance regarding the use of face surveillance systems by municipal agencies. The agenda also includes several appointments to local boards and the appointment of a new Director of Office of Planning and Sustainability.

• Ordinance Prohibiting the Use of Face Surveillance Systems
• Appointment of Carolyn Misch as Director of Office of Planning and Sustainability
• Appointments to the Board of Assessors, Board of Health, and Human Rights Commission
• Reappointment of Thomas Dunphy to the Parks and Recreation Commission

Valley Green Energy Working Group (VGEWG)

The Valley Green Energy Working Group will discuss a plan for outreach and education. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from the July 22 and August 4, 2022, meetings.

• Review of meeting minutes from 7/22/22 and 8/4/22
• Discussion regarding an Outreach and Education Plan

Central Business Architecture

The Central Business Architecture Committee addressed a hearing request regarding the demolition of St. John’s Cantius Church at 10 Hawley St. The applicant requested that the hearing be continued until November 8.

• Demolition request for St. John’s Cantius Church, 10 Hawley St
• Hearing continuation to November 8

Northampton School Committee Budget & Property Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive a presentation on the budget process. Members will also discuss electric school buses and a start time survey.

• Presentation: Budget Process
• Discussion and possible vote: Electric School Busses
• Discussion: Start Time Survey

City Council

The Northampton City Council will review several first and second readings of financial orders and ordinances. Agenda items include updates to parking regulations and the rezoning of properties. The council will also consider committee appointments and discuss cannabis regulations.

• Appropriation of $500,000 in CPA Funds for 10 Hawley Street Rehabilitation Project
• Ordinances regarding parking on New South Street and State Street
• Rezoning of 130 Pine Street from URB to Office Industrial
• Order to suspend parking fees on certain days
• Appointments to the Arts Council, Conservation Commission, and Board of Registrars

Northampton School Committee Superintendent Evaluation Team

The subcommittee will meet to elect a Chair for the group. Members will also begin the process of reviewing the Superintendent's goals.

• Vote to elect a Subcommittee Chair
• Review of Superintendent Goals

License Commission

The License Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a new pouring permit for Drawing Board Brewing Company. The commission will also review winery license applications for the Three County Fair and outdoor dining extensions for two local businesses.

• Public hearing for Drawing Board Brewing Company's new pouring permit
• Farm winery liquor license application for Hardwick Vineyard & Winery, LLC at Three County Fair
• Outdoor dining extension for Cafe Balagan, LLC (4 tables, 8 chairs)
• Outdoor dining extension for Northampton Brewery (4 tables, 16 chairs)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will discuss 2022 programs regarding housing as a human right. The meeting also includes continued discussions on re-envisioning the commission's leadership, subcommittees, and onboarding. Additionally, the agenda features a committee study on barriers to service on city boards and commissions.

• Approval of June and July 2022 minutes
• Housing as a Human Right 2022 programs
• Select Committee to Study Barriers to Service on City Boards and Commissions
• Re-envisioning the Commission: leadership, subcommittees, and onboarding

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee

The Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee will meet via remote participation to conduct a roll call and review Policy EBCFA. No other substantive items are listed for discussion.

• Review of Policy EBCFA

Forbes Library

The Forbes Library Trustees are holding a special meeting to conduct a strategic planning focus group activity. The agenda also includes a period for public comment.

• Strategic Planning Focus Group Activity

Planning Board

The Northampton Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding several development projects. These include a new two-family home in Florence, antenna modifications on Elm Street, and 20 new units at Laurel Street.

• Site Plan for a new two-family home at 596 Ryan Rd, Florence
• Modification to telecommunications antennas at 48 Elm St
• 40R approval for 20 new residential units and two curb cuts at 23 Laurel St

Northampton Retirement Board

The Northampton Retirement Board is meeting to consider several financial and administrative items. The board will review the FY22 GASB 67/68 Report and the January 1, 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report. Additionally, the board is scheduled to vote on retirement applications and payroll warrants.

• Review/approve FY22 GASB 67/68 Report
• Review/approve January 1, 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report
• Review staff FY2023 compensation
• Vote on retirement applications and survivor allowances
• Review payroll and accounts payable warrants

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a special permit for additional signs at 303 King St. The board will also hear an appeal regarding a structure at 129 Riverbank Rd.

• Special permit for additional signs at 303 King St by National Sign Corporation
• Appeal of Building Commissioner decision regarding a structure at 129 Riverbank Rd

Northampton School Committee Curriculum Subcommittee

The subcommittee will meet to discuss its mission, goals, and working processes. The meeting includes an update from Curriculum Director Roxanne Dorrie.

• Review of mission and goals
• Discussion on committee working processes
• Planning for the 2022-23 school year

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee is meeting to establish its subcommittee parameters. The committee will also review vaccination language and classroom exposure policies within Policy EBCFA.

• Presentation on Open Meeting Law by Attorney Layla Taylor
• Discussion of subcommittee focus and parameters
• Review of vaccination language in Policy EBCFA
• Review of classroom exposure policies in Policy EBCFA

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee will meet to discuss its focus and parameters. Attorney Layla Taylor will also provide a presentation on the Open Meeting Law.

• Presentation on Open Meeting Law by Attorney Layla Taylor
• Discussion regarding the focus and parameters of the subcommittee

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The Commission will conduct a field trip to the Smith College geothermal heating system site. Members will also discuss an electric vehicle test drive event for October 1 and review sustainability in capital improvement planning. The meeting includes status reports on the fossil fuel free construction ordinance and the mowing subcommittee.

• EV test drive event on October 1
• Smith College geothermal heating system field trip
• Fossil fuel free construction ordinance status report
• Green Communities Grant update
• Main St lights and capital improvement planning review

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing regarding National Grid poles on River Road. Members will also review the fourth-quarter financial report and several committee appointments. Additionally, the agenda includes orders to reprogram funds for library ventilation and school equipment repairs.

• Public hearing: National Grid pole petition on River Road
• Ordinance: Parking meter locations and regulations
• Financial order: Reprogramming funds for Forbes Library and Bridge Street School
• Zoning ordinance: Amendment to the map on Prince Street
• Resolution: Support for a federal assault weapons ban

Northampton School Committee Superintendent Evaluation Team

The subcommittee is meeting to provide an update and hold discussions regarding the Superintendent Evaluation. Written testimony may be submitted via email until August 16, 2022.

• Update and discussion on Superintendent Evaluation
• Discussion of next steps

Northampton School Committee Superintendent Evaluation Team

The Northampton School Committee Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to elect a subcommittee Chair. The meeting also includes beginning the process of reviewing the Superintendent's goals.

• Vote to elect a Chair of the Subcommittee
• Beginning the review of Superintendent Goals

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will receive an update on medical testing, supplies, and resources. The committee may also vote on recommendations regarding testing and Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings).

• Update on medical testing, supplies, and resources
• Vote on recommendations regarding testing
• Vote on Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings)

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will receive an update on medical testing, supplies, and resources. The committee may also review and vote on recommendations regarding testing and Policy EBCFA for face masks and face coverings.

• Update on medical testing, supplies, and resources
• Possible vote on recommendations regarding testing
• Possible vote on Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Northampton Urban Forestry Commission will review minutes from the June 20, 2022, meeting and receive reports from the Chair and Tree Warden. The agenda includes discussions on fall planting and DCR Community Challenge Grant opportunities. Members will also receive an update regarding spotted lanternfly detection in Springfield, MA.

• Review/approval of June 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding fall planting
• DCR Community Challenge Grant opportunities
• Spotted lanternfly update following detection in Springfield, MA

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The committee will discuss strategies to collect testimonies and formulate a record request for data. Members will also discuss possible compensation for serving on city boards and commissions.

• Formulating a record request for data
• Strategy to collect testimonies
• Discussion of possible compensation

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Property Subcommittee met to continue discussions regarding options and plans for the E Building. No other specific items were listed on the agenda.

• Continued discussion regarding E Building options and plans

Transportation & Parking Commission

The Commission will discuss traffic calming requests for Burts Pit Road and Ryan Road. Members will also review proposed ordinances regarding fire lanes, State Street, and New South Street. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion on changes to the parking fee structure.

• Traffic calming requests for Burts Pit Road and Ryan Road
• Proposed changes to the parking fee structure ordinance
• Proposed ordinance regarding fire lanes
• Proposed ordinance regarding parking on State Street
• Proposed ordinance regarding accessible parking on New South Street

Northampton Housing Authority

The Commissioners will meet virtually to approve July 2022 minutes and consider FY22 quarterly and year-end financial reports. The agenda also includes a motion regarding certification of compliance with lead paint notification laws.

• Motion to accept FY22 Quarterly/Year End Financials and compensation documents
• Motion regarding Certification of Compliance with Lead Paint notification laws
• Tabled updates for Corticelli Street and Hampshire Heights & Florence Heights basements
• Approval of July 2022 minutes

Northampton School Committee

The committee will vote on several items, including a contract for a superintendent search firm and updates to the 2022-2023 school year calendar. Members will also consider face mask policy and options for exit interview procedures. Additionally, the committee will receive a report regarding electric buses.

• Vote to award a contract to a superintendent search firm
• Vote to approve update to 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
• Second reading and vote on Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings)
• Vote to approve contract with Business Administrator Jannell Pearson-Campbell
• Report regarding electric buses

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will consider a second reading of the face mask policy and several contracts. The committee also plans to vote on updating the 2022-2023 school calendar and extending remote meetings.

• Second reading and vote on Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings)
• Vote to approve contract with Business Administrator Jannell Pearson-Campbell
• Vote to award a contract to a superintendent search firm
• Vote to update the 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
• Vote to continue remote meeting extension

Zoning Board of Appeals

The August 11, 2022, meeting was postponed to August 25 due to a lack of quorum. No items were discussed or decided during this session.

• Postponed: Special Permit for additional signs at 303 King St
• Postponed: Appeal regarding structure at 129 Riverbank Rd

Forbes Library Development Committee

The committee will review updates regarding FY23 fundraising, including estate planner conversations and development goals. The agenda also includes discussion of the Fall Annual Appeal.

• FY23 fundraising updates
• Fall Annual Appeal discussion
• Approval of May 11 meeting minutes

Northampton School Committee Rules & Policy Subcommittee

The Northampton School Committee Rules & Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review school regulations. The agenda includes a discussion and possible vote regarding Policy EBCFA, which covers face masks and face coverings.

• Possible vote on Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive status updates on several ongoing construction projects, including work on Leonard St and King St. Members will also discuss current design plans for upcoming bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. The meeting includes a period for public comment and approval of May 25 minutes.

• Status updates on construction projects such as Florence Center, Leonard St, and King St
• Review of Bridge Street PVTA project and Main St/bike path bridge lighting
• Discussion of planned designs for Rocky Hill Greenway and Connecticut River Trail
• Approval of May 25 meeting minutes

City Council Committee on Legislative Matters

The Planning Board, Legislative Matters Committee, and City Council will hold a joint meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance 22.141. This ordinance proposes an amendment to the Zoning Map at Bridge Road and Cooke Avenue. The committee will also review minutes from the February 14, 2022, meeting.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 22.141 to amend the Zoning Map on Bridge Road and Cooke Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the February 14, 2022, meeting

Historical Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding the replacement of a wireless communications facility at 48 Elm Street. They will also consider a request for support of a CPA application for the former St. John Cantius Church at 10 Hawley Street.

• Public hearing: wireless communications facility replacement at 48 Elm Street
• Request for support of CPA application for 10 Hawley Street
• Approval of meeting minutes

Northampton School Committee Budget & Property Subcommittee

The Northampton School Committee Budget and Property Subcommittee will hold a presentation and discussion regarding electric school busses. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Presentation and discussion on electric school busses

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The committee is discussing goals and expectations for studying barriers to serving on Northampton city boards and commissions. Agenda items include formulating a record request for data collection and developing a strategy to collect testimonies. The committee will also discuss possible compensation.

• Formulating a record request to collect data
• Strategy to collect testimonies
• Discussion of possible compensation

Northampton School Committee

The Ad Hoc Superintendent Search Firm Subcommittee will review information gathered about various search firms. The subcommittee intends to select a firm to recommend to the full School Committee.

• Report on information gathered about search firms
• Selection of a firm to recommend to the School Committee

Energy & Sustainability Commission Pollinator Habitat Subcommittee

The Pollinator Habitat Subcommittee will review draft goals and a mission statement for the mowing subcommittee. The meeting also includes an overview of DPW mowing practices provided by the Forestry, Parks, & Cemetery Superintendent.

• Draft goals and mission statement for mowing subcommittee
• Identification of potential stakeholders
• Overview of DPW mowing practices
• Discussion of future goals and meeting dates

License Commission

The commission will consider applications for manager changes at GardenHouse at Look Park and Pines Theater. It will also review short term liquor licenses for events including Live Music at Bombyx and Taste of Northampton. A clerk's update on remote meeting extensions is also scheduled.

• Manager change application for GardenHouse at Look Park
• Manager change application for Pines Theater
• Short term liquor licenses for live music at Bombyx
• Short term liquor license for Taste of Northampton
• Short term liquor license for Arts Night Out at Pinch

Arts Council

The Northampton Arts Council is conducting its fourth meeting for the Fiscal Year 2022 Local Cultural Council grant review. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.

• Local Cultural Council FY22 Grant Review Meeting #4

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars is reviewing deadlines for the State Primary and State Election. The agenda includes updates on voter registration, mail-in ballot applications, redistricting notifications, and the street list project.

• State Primary voter registration deadline of August 27, 2022
• State Election voter registration deadline of October 29, 2022
• Update on redistricting notification to voters
• Update on street list project
• Discussion regarding the Votes Act and early voting

Central Business Architecture

The Central Business Architecture Committee will hold a kickoff presentation for the Historic Preservation Plan by Barrett Planning Group LLC. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Kickoff presentation/information of Historic Preservation Plan - BARRETT PLANNING GROUP LLC
• Public Comment

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The committee will discuss goals, expectations, and strategies for collecting testimonies and data regarding barriers to serving on city boards and commissions. Members will also discuss formulating record requests and possible compensation.

• Discussion of goals and expectations
• Formulating a record request to collect data
• Strategy to collect testimonies
• Discussion of possible compensation

Housing Partnership

The Housing Partnership will discuss draft bylaws, rules of procedure, and an updated membership guide. The meeting also includes discussions on moving forward with the Affordable Housing Trust Fund and updates regarding the Real Estate Transfer Fee.

• Draft Bylaws and Rules of Procedure
• Membership Guide update
• Affordable Housing Trust Fund discussion
• Real Estate Transfer Fee updates
• Reelection of officers

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings via remote teleconference. The agenda includes a special permit request for a new dealership and several subdivision plan approvals (ANRs). Public comment on non-agenda items is also scheduled.

• Special permit by Cousins Investments, LLC for a new dealership at 48 Damon Rd
• Approval of subdivision plans (ANRs) for Norwood, Nonotuck, Coles Meadow Rd, Hooker Ave, and North Farms Rd

Northampton Retirement Board

The board will review a second quarter presentation from the de Burlo Group and a budget report. Members will also vote on new members, retirement applications, and payroll warrants.

• 2nd Quarter presentation from the de Burlo Group
• FY23 Chair and Vice Chair appointments
• Review/Vote of retirement applications and survivor allowances
• Election Policy Review
• Review of payroll and accounts payable warrants

Board of Health

The Northampton Board of Health will review the weekly COVID-19 dashboard and discuss communications regarding monkeypox. The meeting also includes discussions on wastewater testing for COVID activity and a general public education outreach plan.

• Weekly COVID Dashboard presentation
• Monkeypox communication discussion
• Wastewater testing for COVID activity
• Public education and community outreach plan
• Mask Advisory review

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the weekly COVID-19 dashboard and discuss communication plans regarding monkeypox. The meeting also includes updates on wastewater testing for COVID activity and a ventilation project.

• Weekly COVID Dashboard presentation
• Monkeypox communication discussion
• Wastewater testing for COVID activity
• Ventilation Project update
• Mask Advisory update

Northampton School Committee

The Ad Hoc Superintendent Search Firm Subcommittee will review reports from phone calls made to other districts regarding the three firms in use. The committee will also discuss contacting MASC for comparison.

• Recap of July 19, 2022 meeting
• Report on findings from phone calls to other districts used by three firms
• Discussion regarding contacting MASC for comparison

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will conduct an interview for the Business Administrator position with candidate Roberta Jones. Members will also discuss and vote on authorizing the Superintendent to enter into negotiations with a chosen candidate. A request has been made to enter executive session regarding nonunion personnel negotiations.

• Interview for Business Administrator: Roberta Jones
• Vote to authorize Superintendent to enter negotiations for Business Administrator
• Request to enter Executive Session regarding nonunion personnel negotiations

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees Property Subcommittee is continuing a discussion regarding options and plans for the E Building.

• Continued discussion regarding E Building options and plans

City Council Committee on City Services

The Committee on City Services is reviewing various appointments to local boards and commissions. This includes the appointment of a Senior Services Director and several reappointments and vacancy fills.

• Appointment of Kim Park as Senior Services Director
• Reappointments to Arts Council, Historical Commission, Planning Board, and Zoning Board of Appeals
• Filling a vacancy on the Board of Registrars
• Filling a vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission

Valley Green Energy Working Group (VGEWG)

The Valley Green Energy Working Group will review minutes from the July 8, 2022 meeting and receive updates. The group will discuss next steps for CCA, including outreach plans, program offerings, and web presence.

• Review of July 8, 2022, minutes
• Discussion of CCA outreach and education plan
• Discussion of CCA program offerings
• Discussion of CCA web presence

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The Commission will discuss submitting comments on the Draft Stretch Energy Code and select high impact projects. The meeting also includes a presentation on rental unit efficiency ratings in Amherst and a report on a fossil fuel free construction ordinance.

• Submitting comments on Draft Stretch Energy Code
• Presentation on Amherst’s rental unit efficiency rating efforts
• Selection of High Impact Project(s)
• Report on fossil fuel free construction ordinance
• Approval of June 23, 2022 meeting minutes

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The commission will review minutes from the June 23 meeting and decide on a new monthly meeting time. Members will also work to select high-impact projects and provide feedback on the Climate Leaders RFI.

• Submitting comments on Draft Stretch Energy Code
• Selecting high-impact projects
• Presentation on Amherst’s rental unit efficiency rating
• Report on fossil fuel free construction ordinance
• Decision on new monthly meeting time

Forbes Library

The Forbes Library Trustees will review bills, warrants, and quarterly financial reports. Action items include discussing the restoration of a Charles Burleigh painting and a letter to Smith College regarding an electric line. The board also plans to enter executive session for contract negotiations.

• Restoration of Charles Burleigh Painting
• Letter to Smith College about Electric Line
• Executive session for contract negotiations
• Fourth Quarter Financial Report review
• Fine and Decorative Arts Grant award update

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will review minutes from the June 15, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates on the STO and commission replacements. Members will also discuss DCR Community Challenge Grant opportunities and Spotted Lanternfly.

• Approval of June 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Urban Forestry Commission replacement discussion
• DCR Community Challenge Grant opportunities
• Spotted Lanternfly update
• STO update

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will review June 2022 minutes and discuss 2022 programs for housing as a human right. The meeting also includes discussions on re-envisioning the commission and studying barriers to service on city boards and commissions.

• Approval of June 2022 minutes
• Housing as a Human Right 2022 programs
• Select Committee to Study Barriers to Service on City Boards and Commissions
• Re-envisioning the Commission

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Board will review reports from the Superintendent, Principal, and various subcommittees. Members will vote on an architect payment for a forestry building and approve several textbooks and equipment for scrap. The Board may also discuss applying for a Skills Capital Grant.

• Vote to approve $2,400 payment to Zbigniew W Lewantowicz for forestry building services
• Discussion of potential application for a Skills Capital Grant
• Vote to approve surplus textbooks and equipment for scrap

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Property Subcommittee is continuing discussions regarding options and plans for the E Building. The agenda does not list specific decisions or votes to be taken.

• Discussion of E Building options and plans

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a retreat to discuss the school's mission and a five-year vision. Discussion topics include enrollment trends from 2012 to 2022 and the superintendent evaluation process. The meeting will also cover state and federal vocational education laws.

• Superintendent evaluation process
• Enrollment trends (2012-2022)
• Five-year vision for the school
• Overview of Chapter 74 and Perkins V laws

Northampton Housing Authority

The Commissioners will meet virtually to discuss updates on Corticelli Street and basements at Hampshire and Florence Heights. The board will also consider motions regarding the Executive Director's contract renewal and an audit engagement with Lisa Fallon, CPA.

• Motion for Executive Director contract renewal from 07/01/2023 to 06/30/2028
• Motion to authorize FY23 AUP Audit Engagement and contract with Lisa Fallon, CPA
• Discussion of Corticelli Street update
• Discussion regarding basements at Hampshire and Florence Heights
• Motion for Federal Placesetter for FY23

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee

The Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc COVID Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the focus and parameters of the subcommittee. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion regarding the focus and parameters of the subcommittee

Council on Aging Board

The Northampton Council on Aging will meet to review the May 12, 2022, minutes and hold a conversation with new Senior Center Director Kim Park. The agenda also includes opportunities for public sessions, old business, and new business.

• Review and approval of May 12, 2022, minutes
• Conversation with Senior Center Director Kim Park

City Council

The council will consider several financial orders, including FY2022 year-end budget transfers and funds for SVAHS students. Members will also review zoning ordinances for 130 Pine Street and Bridge Road. Additionally, the council will discuss the preferred format for future meetings.

• Rezone 130 Pine Street from URB to Office Industrial
• Appropriation of FY2023 Cash Capital Funds to various projects
• Resolution in support of a Federal Assault Weapons Ban
• Resolution in support of Overdose Prevention Services
• Ordinance to amend the zoning map on Bridge Road and Cooke Avenue

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will meet to ratify a collective bargaining agreement and discuss applying for an EPA Clean School Bus Program grant. The meeting also includes discussions regarding school calendar adjustments and a superintendent search firm contract.

• Ratification of the 2022-2025 CBA
• Acceptance of $15,064.38 donation from Ryan Road PTO for playground equipment
• Discussion and vote regarding EPA Clean School Bus Program grant application
• Vote on school calendar adjustments
• Possible vote to award a contract to a superintendent search firm

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will meet to ratify the 2022-2025 CBA and consider awarding a contract to a superintendent search firm. The committee will also review a donation for playground equipment and discuss school calendar adjustments.

• Ratification of the 2022-2025 CBA
• Acceptance of $15,064.38 donation from Ryan Road PTO for playground equipment
• Vote to award a contract to a superintendent search firm
• Vote on school calendar adjustment
• Discussion regarding Special Education variances

Northampton School Committee

The committee will consider several items including the ratification of the 2022-2025 CBA and a contract for an interim superintendent candidate. The agenda also includes discussions regarding electric school buses and a donation for playground equipment.

• Ratification of the 2022-2025 CBA
• Ryan Road PTO donation of $15,064.38 for handicap accessible playground equipment
• Vote to award a contract to a superintendent search firm
• Discussion regarding EPA's Clean School Bus Program grant application
• Authorization for the Mayor to negotiate with an interim superintendent candidate

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a special permit for an additional wall sign at 132 King St. The board will also adopt procedural by-laws and approve minutes from April 28 and May 12.

• Special permit for an additional wall sign at Dunkin Donuts, 132 King St
• Adoption of procedural by-laws
• Approval of meeting minutes from 4/28 and 5/12

Hampshire Franklin Commission on the Status of Women & Girls

The Hampshire-Franklin Commission on the Status of Women & Girls is holding its monthly business meeting. The agenda includes updates on vacancies and planning for commission activities during the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

• Updates on HFCSWG vacancies, including outreach, terms, and appointments
• Planning discussion for Commission activities for fiscal year 2022-2023
• Approval of minutes

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will review meeting minutes and ROV statistics. The board is providing updates regarding upcoming State Primary and State Election deadlines and ballot information. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on redistricting notifications and the Street List Project.

• State Primary voter registration deadline of August 27, 2022
• State Election voter registration deadline of October 29, 2022
• Update on redistricting notification to voters
• Update on Street List Project
• Discussion regarding the Votes Act and early voting

Disability Commission

The Disability Commission will discuss adding an accessible parking spot on Market Street and review feedback from the ADA Coordinator's audible signal survey. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Pine Grove Accessible Trail and the audible signal cycle at Main St-Florence/Chestnut.

• Adding an accessible parking spot on Market Street
• Feedback on the Audible Signal Survey from the ADA Coordinator
• Call for a Business Accessibility Subcommittee
• Pine Grove Accessible Trail update
• Audible signal cycle update at Main St-Florence/Chestnut

Disability Commission

The commission will review feedback from the ADA Coordinator regarding an audible signal survey. Members will also discuss adding an accessible parking spot on Market Street and forming a Business Accessibility Subcommittee. Updates on the Pine Grove Accessible Trail and audible signal cycles will be provided.

• Feedback on Audible Signal Survey from the ADA Coordinator
• Discussion of adding an accessible parking spot on Market Street
• Call for a Business Accessibility Subcommittee
• Update on Pine Grove Accessible Trail
• Audible signal cycle update at Main St-Florence/Chestnut

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee is meeting to discuss a contract for an Interim Superintendent candidate. The committee may also vote to authorize the Mayor to enter into negotiations with the chosen candidate.

• Vote on contract with Interim Superintendent candidate
• Authorization for the Mayor to negotiate with the selected Interim Superintendent candidate
• Executive session regarding negotiation strategy

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review staff updates and program reports, including the Northampton Family Fourth. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY2023 budget, capital improvements, and a pickleball feasibility study.

• FY2023 budget update
• Capital improvements update
• Pickleball feasibility study
• Northampton Family Fourth program report
• Community Preservation Act (CPA) updates

City Council Committee on Legislative Matters

The Committee on Legislative Matters will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to rezone 130 Pine Street from URB to Office Industrial. The committee will also consider special legislation for the creditable service of William Dwight.

• Public hearing for rezoning 130 Pine Street from URB to Office Industrial
• Order for Special Legislation regarding creditable service of William Dwight
• Reconsideration of regular meeting time

Trustees of Lilly Library

The Lilly Library Association Trustees are holding their annual meeting. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from the June 14, 2021, annual meeting and conducting elections for officers.

• Review of June 14, 2021, annual meeting minutes
• Nomination of officers
• Election of officers

Trustees of Lilly Library

The Trustees of Lilly Library will review treasurer, director, and subcommittee reports. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding policies for the use of the library meeting room.

• Approval of May 16, 2022 minutes
• Policies for Use of the Library Meeting Room
• Treasurer's Report
• Director's Report

Housing Partnership

The meeting includes a review of real estate transfer fee data analysis and next steps for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The agenda also features an update on the Habitat Project at 278 Burts Pit Road.

• Real Estate Transfer Fee Data Analysis
• Affordable Housing Trust Fund next steps
• Habitat Project at 278 Burts Pit Road update
• Approval of final draft Op-Ed

Northampton School Committee

The committee will hear a report from the Interim Superintendent Search Committee and conduct interviews with three candidates for the interim position. Members will also vote on appointing Susan Wright as Temporary Acting Superintendent and authorizing negotiations with the selected candidate.

• Interviews of Jannell Pearson-Campbell, Marlene DiLeo, and Howard (Jake) Eberwein III
• Vote to appoint Susan Wright as Temporary Acting Superintendent
• Vote to authorize the Mayor to enter negotiations with the chosen Interim Superintendent candidate
• Report from the Ad Hoc Interim Superintendent Search Committee

License Commission

The Northampton License Commission will meet to discuss several liquor license applications and rule changes. The agenda includes a vote on a new 'Responsible Neighbor Requirement' for entertainment licensees. The commission will also review short-term alcohol permits and a request to rescind a previous permit.

• Vote to adopt a 'Responsible Neighbor Requirement' for entertainment licensees
• Transfer of Common Victualler License for Friendly’s at 54 Main St., Florence
• Public hearing regarding manager and officer changes at Bombay Royale
• Request by Wine Witch, LLC to extend premises into three parking spaces on Main Street
• Short-term liquor license applications for Oxbow Water Ski Show Team and Drawing Board Brewing Company

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Property Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the vision for reconstructing the Horticulture building. The agenda includes discussions on architect feasibility, suggestions, recommendations, and various options.

• Horticulture building reconstruction vision and feasibility

Northampton School Committee

The Ad Hoc Interim Superintendent Search Committee is meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes an executive session to consider or interview applicants for the position.

• Executive session to consider or interview applicants for employment or appointment

Northampton School Committee

The Ad Hoc Interim Superintendent Search Committee is meeting to conduct an executive session. The purpose of this session is to consider or interview applicants for the position.

• Executive Session to consider or interview applicants for employment or appointment

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The Select Committee is meeting to discuss goals and expectations regarding barriers to serving on city boards and commissions. Discussion items include formulating record requests, collecting testimonies, and considering possible compensation. The committee will also review the process for becoming a city board member.

• Approval of June 9, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of June 23, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion on formulating record requests to collect data
• Discussion on strategy to collect testimonies
• Discussion regarding possible compensation

City Council

The Northampton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider appropriating additional funds to previously approved capital projects. The agenda includes orders to reprogram money for energy management and office ventilation.

• Reprogramming $100K for JFK Energy Management System Upgrades
• Reprogramming funds to upgrade ventilation in DPW offices

Northampton School Committee

The Ad Hoc Interim Superintendent Search Committee will meet to review applications for the position of Interim Superintendent. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.

• Review of applications for Interim Superintendent

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will review May 2022 minutes and consider co-sponsoring the Reading Frederick Douglass Together program. The meeting includes a presentation from the Department of Community Care regarding housing as a human right. The commission will also address a committee to study barriers to service on city boards.

• Co-sponsorship of the Reading Frederick Douglass Together program
• Presentation by Sean Donovan (Northampton Department of Community Care)
• Discussion of Housing as a Human Right 2022 programs
• Select Committee to Study Barriers to Service on City Boards and Commissions
• Discussion regarding the overturn of Roe v. Wade

City Council Committee on Community Resources

The Committee on Community Resources will discuss an ordinance to rezone 130 Pine Street from URB to Office Industrial. The agenda also includes a presentation titled "Trains in the Valley" and review of the Florence Congregational Church Development Agreement.

• Ordinance to rezone 130 Pine Street from URB to Office Industrial
• Presentation: Trains in the Valley by Zane Lumelsky
• Florence Congregational Church Development Agreement

Northampton Housing Authority

The Commissioners of the Northampton Housing Authority will meet to discuss administrative and maintenance matters. The board will consider motions to extend the current Collective Bargaining Agreement and approve a revised Capital Fund 5 Year Plan for McDonald House. Other discussions include Corticelli Street updates and Hampshire Heights gardens.

• Motion: One year extension of current Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Motion: Approve Revised Capital Fund 5 Year Plan for McDonald House boiler replacement
• Motion: Authorize Executive Director to submit ARPA Formula Funding Request to DHCD
• Discussion: Corticelli Street update
• Discussion: Basements at Hampshire and Florence Heights

Northampton School Committee

The Ad Hoc Interim Superintendent Search Committee will meet to discuss a rubric for the interim superintendent search. The meeting is scheduled to be held remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion regarding the rubric for the Interim Superintendent search

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

The City Council Select Committee will discuss its goals, expectations, and the data needed to study barriers to serving on city boards and commissions. The committee will also review the process for becoming a city committee or board member.

• Approval of June 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding committee goals and expectations
• Review of the process for becoming a city committee or board member

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The commission will review the minutes from the May 26, 2022 meeting. Dano Weisbord of Smith College will present on geothermal heating and carbon neutrality by 2030. Members are also scheduled to select high impact projects.

• Presentation on Geothermal Heating and Carbon Neutrality by 2030
• Selection of High Impact Project(s)
• Review/approval of May 26, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Northampton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an application for a supervised fireworks display for the Northampton Family Fourth on June 25, 2022. The agenda also includes roll call and an announcement regarding audio/video recording.

• Application for a supervised display of fireworks for the Northampton Family Fourth on June 25, 2022

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will meet to discuss the search for a permanent and interim superintendent. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy and a Level III grievance.

• Discussion of Permanent Superintendent Search
• Discussion of Interim Superintendent Search
• Executive Session regarding collective bargaining strategy
• Discussion of a Level III Grievance

Northampton School Committee Negotiating Subcommittee

The Northampton School Committee Negotiating Subcommittee will meet to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining and litigation. The meeting also includes sessions for contract negotiations with nonunion personnel.

• Collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations
• Strategy sessions for litigation or bargaining
• Approval of minutes from March 2022 and June 2019

Transportation & Parking Commission

The agenda includes proposed ordinances regarding stop signs on Ford Xing and Olander Drive, and parking on Prospect Street. The Commission will also discuss accessible parking on New South Street and parking requests for Market and Locust Streets.

• Proposed stop signs on Ford Xing and Olander Drive
• Proposed parking ordinance for Prospect Street
• Discussion of accessible parking on New South Street
• Parking requests for Market Street and Locust Street
• Appointment of Freeman Stein to the Bike and Pedestrian Subcommittee

Northampton Retirement Board

The Northampton Retirement Board will hold its regular monthly meeting to review superannuation retirement applications and survivor allowances. The board will also vote on payroll and accounts payable warrants. Additionally, the board is scheduled to discuss an election policy review.

• Review/vote on superannuation retirement applications
• Review/vote on retiree and survivor allowances
• Review/vote on payroll and accounts payable warrants
• Election policy review
• Review of investment and PRIT statements

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a utility pole petition for Clark Street. The agenda also includes second readings for several financial orders, including funding for the city's fiber optic network and community care vehicles. Additionally, the council will consider various appointments to local boards and committees.

• Public hearing on National Grid/Verizon New England pole petition for Clark Street
• Order to accept $63,115 grant to extend the City's fiber optic network
• Order to appropriate $88,000 for Fire Department parking lot project on Carlon Drive
• Order to transfer $150,000 from DPW Personnel Services to OM
• Ordinance to extend the effective date of Section 272-18

Community Action Pioneer Valley Board Meeting

The meeting includes a joint session with the HS&ELP Policy Council to vote on Head Start program goals and a continuation grant. The Board will also review financial reports, including April 2022 figures and a USDA resolution. Additionally, the Board will conduct an executive session regarding the Executive Director's performance review and compensation.

• Votes on Head Start 2021-2022 Self-Assessment, 2022-2023 Program Goals, and Continuation Grant
• Review of April 2022 financial reports and a USDA resolution
• Presentation of Forms 990
• Risk Assessment Update
• Executive session on Executive Director performance review and compensation

Northampton School Committee Negotiating Subcommittee

The Northampton School Committee Negotiating Subcommittee will meet to conduct CBA negotiations. The meeting includes a request to enter executive session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining or litigation.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation strategy
• CBA negotiations
• Approval of minutes from March 2022 and June 2019

Northampton School Committee Negotiating Subcommittee

The Subcommittee will discuss collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations. The agenda includes a request to enter executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining, litigation, or nonunion personnel negotiations.

• Collective bargaining agreement negotiations
• Executive session for bargaining or litigation strategy
• Approval of minutes from March 2022 and June 2019

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will review the May 18, 2022, meeting minutes and discuss commission replacements. The agenda also includes a presentation on the FY23 proposed urban forestry budget and an update regarding Spotted Lanternflies.

• Review/approve minutes of 5/18/2022
• Urban Forestry Commission Replacement discussion
• FY 23 Proposed Urban Forestry Budget presentation
• Spotted Lanternfly Update

Hampshire Franklin Commission on the Status of Women & Girls

The Hampshire-Franklin Commission on the Status of Women & Girls will hold its monthly business meeting. The agenda includes updates on vacancies, a report on the Resource Guide, and discussions regarding an intern for next year.

• Updates on HFCSWG vacancies, outreach, terms, and appointments
• Report on Resource Guide
• Discussion of an intern for next year
• Summer meeting schedule planning

Northampton School Committee Ad Hoc Late Start Committee

The committee will review and consider approving a survey to collect feedback regarding start times in Northampton Public Schools.

• Review and approval of the school start time feedback survey

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will review previous meeting minutes and ROV statistics. The agenda includes a discussion on the 2022 Annual Street Listing Project and voting changes under the Votes Act.

• Status of the 2022 Annual Street Listing Project
• Changes to voting via the Votes Act
• Review of ROV statistics

Disability Commission

The Northampton Disability Commission will meet to discuss accessibility priorities with Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra. The agenda includes updates on pedestrian audible signals at Main & Maple in Florence and Terrace Trails. Members will also discuss the commission's summer meeting schedule.

• Discussion of city accessibility with Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra
• Upgrade to pedestrian audible signal at Main & Maple in Florence
• Update on trap rock addition at Terrace Trails
• Creation of a survey for Audible Signal Prioritization
• Acknowledgment of retiring Wayne Feiden, FAICP

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will discuss the search for both a permanent and interim superintendent. The committee also plans to enter an executive session regarding collective bargaining, litigation strategy, and a Level III grievance.

• Search for permanent and interim superintendents
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation strategy
• Discussion of a Level III Grievance
• Strategy sessions for negotiations with nonunion personnel

City Council Committee on City Services

The City Services Committee will consider several appointments and reappointments to municipal boards and commissions. This includes reviewing candidates for the Agricultural Commission, Board of Health, and Planning Board. The committee will also approve minutes from recent meetings.

• Reappointments to the Agricultural Commission and Board of Health
• Appointments to the Planning Board and Parks and Recreation Commission
• Review of reappointments for the License Commission and Urban Forestry Commission
• Approval of May 2022 meeting minutes

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees will meet to consider two contract ratifications. This includes the NASE/SVAHS Unit D Contract for July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2025, and the Unit H MOA.

• Vote to ratify the NASE/SVAHS Unit D Contract (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2025)
• Vote to ratify the Unit H MOA

City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving

This is an organizational meeting for the City Council Select Committee to Study Barriers to Serving on City Boards and Commissions. The agenda includes electing a chair and vice chair, reviewing the committee's charge, and discussing the meeting schedule.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of the resolution to form the select committee
• Overview of Open Meeting Law, Public Records, and Conflict of Interest

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a site plan for a new mixed industrial commercial building on Earle Street. The meeting also includes a zoning map amendment for 130 Pine Street and a presentation on the historic preservation planning process.

• Site plan for a 17,000+ square foot mixed industrial commercial building at Earle St
• Zoning map amendment for 130 Pine St, Florence, from URB to Office Industrial
• Presentation regarding Historic Preservation Planning Process
• ANR for Maple St
• Release of performance bond for Barrett St

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will vote on increasing school meal prices and appointing a new school physician. The committee will also discuss the search for an interim superintendent and potential purchases of test kits for the 2022-2023 school year. Additionally, several policy updates regarding non-discrimination and CORI requirements are scheduled for a second reading and vote.

• Vote to increase school meal prices
• Vote to appoint Dr. Fein as School Physician
• Discussion and possible vote to purchase test kits for 2022-2023
• Acceptance of $1,650.00 donation from Jackson Street PTO
• Acceptance of $1,500.00 donation from JFK PTO Beveridge Foundation

Northampton School Committee

The committee will discuss the superintendent search and potential interim appointment. Members are also scheduled to vote on increasing school meal prices and purchasing test kits for the 2022-2023 school year.

• Vote to increase school meal prices
• Vote to appoint Dr. Fein as School Physician
• Discussion and possible vote to purchase test kits for the 2022-2023 school year
• Acceptance of $1,650 donation from Jackson Street PTO for field trip bus
• Acceptance of $1,500 donation from JFK PTO Beveridge Foundation for Play Mural Project

Northampton School Committee Curriculum Subcommittee

The Curriculum Subcommittee will review presentations regarding the Elementary Math Program and AP World History text adoption. The meeting also includes an update and discussion on NHS Standards Based Grading.

• Presentation: Elementary Math Program
• Presentation: AP World History Text Adoption
• Update and Discussion: NHS Standards Based Grading
• Approval of May 18, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance will hold a continued public hearing to consider altering the layout of Winter Street by adding Parcel No. 1. This process may include authorizing the acquisition of easements over this property. There are no financial orders scheduled for this meeting.

• Public hearing to alter Winter Street layout and potentially acquire easements
• Approval of April 14, 2022, meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Northampton Board of Health will hold a special meeting on June 8, 2022. The agenda includes a discussion regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint with attorney Alan Seewald in attendance.

• Open Meeting Law complaint

Board of Health

The Northampton Board of Health is meeting to review an Open Meeting Law complaint dated May 25, 2022. The board will receive consultation from Attorney Alan Seewald regarding the matter.

• Review of an Open Meeting Law Complaint dated May 25, 2022
• Consultation with Attorney Alan Seewald

Board of Health

The Northampton Board of Health will meet to address an Open Meeting Law complaint, with attorney Alan Seewald scheduled to attend. The meeting also includes a public comment session and standard convening procedures.

• Open Meeting Law Complaint

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hear presentations from the Northampton Fire Department and Hilltown Community Health Center. Items for vote include a new 14-passenger bus, travel for competitions, and funding for barn repairs. The board may also discuss Horticulture building reconstruction and grant applications.

• Purchase of a 14-passenger bus not to exceed $75,000
• Repairs to the lower barn using $15,757.11 from Elm St account and up to $150,000 from Cell Tower account
• Approval of travel for National FFA Competition and New England Ag Teacher’s conference
• Payment of Smithsonian ($2,461) and Culinary ($65) invoices
• Discussion regarding Horticulture building reconstruction options

Smith Vocational and Agricultural Board of Trustees

The Property Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the reconstruction of the Horticulture building. The agenda does not provide specific details or proposed plans for this discussion.

• Horticulture building reconstruction discussion

Central Business Architecture

The Central Business Architecture Committee held a continuation of a hearing regarding the demolition of St. John Cantius Church by O’Connell Hawley LLC. The applicant requested to continue the hearing in September.

• Demolition of St. John Cantius Church at 10 Hawley St
• Request to continue the hearing in September

Housing Partnership

The Housing Partnership will discuss Municipal Affordable Housing Trusts with Shelly Goering from the Massachusetts Housing Partnership. The meeting also includes updates regarding real estate transaction fees and a discussion of a draft op-ed. Members will also approve minutes from May 2, 2022.

• Approval of May 2, 2022, meeting minutes
• Acknowledgment of new Housing Partnership members
• Discussion regarding real estate transaction fees
• Conversation on Municipal Affordable Housing Trusts with the Massachusetts Housing Partnership

City Council Committee on City Services

The committee will discuss the city ordinance concerning the use of surveillance technology with ACLU representatives. The meeting also includes several appointments and reappointments to local boards and commissions.

• Discussion on City Ordinance concerning use of surveillance technology
• Reappointments for Agricultural Commission, Board of Health, and Disability Commission
• Appointment of Jennifer Ewers to the License Commission vacancy
• Approval of May 2, 2022 meeting minutes

Arts Council

The Northampton Arts Council is meeting to perform the third review of Local Cultural Council Grants. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom. Members of the public may participate via telephone, Zoom, or by submitting written testimony via email.

• Local Cultural Council Grant Review Meeting #3

City Council

The council will consider second readings for the FY2023 General Fund and various enterprise fund budgets. The agenda also includes first readings for fiber optic expansion and property transfers for affordable housing. Additionally, the council will review committee appointments and business licenses.

• Approval of FY2023 General Fund Budget (2nd reading)
• Order to transfer 196 Cooke Avenue for affordable housing, parking, and conservation (2nd reading)
• $63,115 grant to extend the City's fiber optic network (1st reading)
• Acceptance of a $10,000 gift for the Thornes Marketplace Mural project (2nd reading)
• Order to acquire property off Coles Meadow Road for the Broad Brook-Fitzgerald Lake Greenway (2nd reading)

Northampton School Committee Rules & Policy Subcommittee

The Rules & Policy Subcommittee will vote on minutes from three previous meetings. The committee will also conduct reviews of policies regarding non-discrimination and face coverings.

• Vote to approve March 16, April 11, and May 23 meeting minutes
• Review of Policy AC-R (Non-Discrimination Including Harassment and Retaliation)
• Review of Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings)

City Council

The City Council Committee on Finance and the City Council are holding a continuation of a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2023 budget. The meeting includes departmental budget presentations from Northampton Public Schools and the Northampton Police Department.

• Public hearing on the Proposed FY2023 Budget
• Budget presentation for Northampton Public Schools
• Budget presentation for Northampton Police Department
• Orders to approve FY2023 budgets for General, Sewer, Water, Solid Waste, and Stormwater/Flood Control funds

License Commission

The Northampton License Commission will review several liquor license applications, including short-term permits for festivals and brewery events. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the transfer of an all alcoholic beverages restaurant license at 150-154 Main Street. The commission will also consider requests for outdoor dining extensions and new entertainment licenses.

• Public hearing on transferring the restaurant license from Patria to Tellus and the Satellite Bar
• Outdoor dining extension request for Iconica Social Club at 1 Amber Lane
• Transfer of Common Victualler License for The Ellery Hotel at 259 Elm St
• Short-term liquor licenses for events at Academy of Music and Northampton Center for the Arts
• Request by JJ’s Tavern to conduct a sound study at 99 Main Street

City Council Committee on Finance

The Finance Committee is continuing a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2023 budget. The meeting includes budget presentations from Northampton Public Schools and the Police Department. The committee will also consider orders to approve various enterprise fund budgets.

• Continuation of public hearing on FY2023 Budget
• Northampton Public Schools budget presentation
• Northampton Police Department budget presentation
• Orders to approve FY2023 Sewer, Water, Solid Waste, and Stormwater budgets
• Order to approve FY2023 Revolving Funds

City Council

The City Council Committee on Finance will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed FY2023 budget. The meeting includes departmental budget presentations and an opportunity for public testimony. Presentations are scheduled for Central Services, Fire/Rescue, Public Works, and Health and Human Services.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY2023 budget
• Budget presentation: Central Services
• Budget presentation: Northampton Fire/Rescue
• Budget presentation: Department of Public Works
• Budget presentation: Health and Human Services Department

City Council Committee on Finance

The City Council Committee on Finance will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed FY2023 budget. The meeting includes budget presentations from Central Services, Fire/Rescue, Public Works, and Health and Human Services. Members of the public are invited to provide testimony.

• Public hearing on the FY2023 budget
• Budget presentation for Central Services
• Budget presentation for Fire/Rescue
• Budget presentation for Department of Public Works
• Budget presentation for Health and Human Services

Northampton School Committee

The Northampton School Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss Policy EBCFA regarding face masks and face coverings. The committee will consider whether to amend or repeal this policy.

• Discussion and possible vote to amend or repeal Policy EBCFA (Face Masks and Face Coverings)

Energy & Sustainability Commission

The Commission will vote on the approval of April 27, 2022, meeting minutes. Members will also receive a status report on a Home Rule Petition regarding fossil-fuel free new construction and work to select high impact projects.

• Selection of high impact project(s)
• Status report on Home Rule Petition to require fossil-fuel free new construction
• Approval of April 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Identification of a Climate Coordinator guest speaker

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider site plans for several developments in Florence. This includes a proposal for three deed-restricted affordable single-family homes and new building structures.

• Site plan reduction for three affordable single-family homes at 278 Burts Pit Rd
• Site plan for a new detached second unit at 22 Forest Glen Dr
• Site plan for a new single-story building at 52 Maple St

Northampton Retirement Board

The Northampton Retirement Board will conduct regular business including the review of superannuation retirement applications and retiree allowances. The board also plans to discuss a funding schedule review with Stone Consulting and an election policy review.

• Stone Consulting funding schedule review
• Election policy review
• Vote on superannuation retirement applications
• Vote on retiree and survivor allowances
• Review of PERAC audit report

Board of Health

The Northampton Board of Health will discuss data updates and the Mask Advisory and Communication plan. The meeting also includes an update from the Ventilation Task Force and discussion regarding a Board of Health vacancy.

• Mask Advisory and Communication plan
• Recommendations for mask-only hours at pharmacies and grocery stores
• Ventilation Task Force Update
• Board of Health vacancy
• Data update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss data updates and a health advisory communication plan. The meeting also includes updates regarding all-mask hours at pharmacies and food markets and the Ventilation Task Force.

• All-mask hours at pharmacies and food markets
• Ventilation Task Force update
• Health Advisory and communication plan
• Board of Health vacancy
• Data update

Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss traffic calming projects, such as the Clement Street bridge, with the Director of Public Works. Members will also review the finalized Complete Streets prioritization plan for the October application round. The meeting includes updates on current construction and planned design projects.

• Traffic calming project discussion (e.g., Clement Street bridge)
• Finalized Complete Streets prioritization plan for October application round
• Review of current construction projects including King St and Leonard St
• Discussion of planned design projects like Bridge St Safe Routes to School

Historical Commission

The Northampton Historical Commission will hold a working session for the Historic Preservation Plan and introduce a consultant. The commission will also review proposed Underground Railroad historic signage and vote on administrative bylaws.

• Historic Preservation Plan working session and consultant introduction
• Review of proposed Underground Railroad historic signage
• Approval of administrative bylaws and rules of procedure

Arts Council