Plymouth public meetings in 2022

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee decided that four CPC articles will wait until the Fall 2023 Town Meeting, though Article 16A (Crawley Woods Connector) may be presented at a Special Town Meeting. The Committee unanimously voted to notify the Select Board that they do not need to be on the January 3rd agenda.

• Deferred four CPC articles to Fall 2023 Town Meeting
• Determined Article 16A (Crawley Woods Connector) could be presented at Special Town Meeting
• Approved motion to notify Select Board that CPC does not need to be on the January 3rd agenda (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold an informal hearing regarding site plan conditions for a bank branch. The board will also review lot releases for Tupper Hill/Wickets Path and a lot line adjustment on Resnik Road.

• Informal hearing for AccuBranch, Northeast Savings Bank at 3 Commerce Way for a 2555 sq. ft. bank branch
• Performance Guarantee and Release of Lots 45C-27, 45C-29, 45C-31, 45C-32 and 45C-33 at Tupper Hill/Wickets Path
• Lot line adjustment for Mayflower Landing LLC and Medical Center at the Park Condominium at 41 and 45 Resnik Road

The Planning Board approved the site plan for a 2,555 sq. ft. bank branch, notifying the Building Commissioner that conditions for ZBA Case #2946 were met. The board also approved a lot line adjustment on Resnik Road and a performance guarantee for Tupper Hill/Wickets Path.

• Approved site plan for AccuBranch/North Easton Savings Bank at 3 Commerce Way (3-0)
• Approved performance guarantee and lot release for B622 Tupper Hill/Wickets Path (3-0)
• Approved lot line adjustment A4845 for 41 and 45 Resnik Road (3-0)
• Approved minutes from December 14, 2022 (3-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review meeting minutes and a variance request for 34 Blueberry Rd. The agenda also includes an opioid risk warning and updates on COVID, influenza, and RSV.

• Variance Request – 34 Blueberry Rd
• Opioid / Street Drugs Risk Warning
• COVID, Influenza, and RSV update
• Board of Health Goals Update and Discussion
• Approval of meeting minutes from 11/9/2022 and 12/14/22

The Board of Health approved a proposed septic plan with variances for 34 Blueberry Rd following a request for a well water test. The board also discussed a resident's request for a limited mask mandate but decided such a mandate is not warranted at this time.

• Approved minutes of 11/9/22 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 12/14/22 (3-0-2)
• Approved proposed septic plans and variances for 34 Blueberry Rd (5-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee approved several funding transfers and allocations for the 2023 Spring Town Meeting. These include funds for land reclamation and project borrowing reductions. The committee also agreed to a January 12, 2023, meeting with Town department heads.

• Approved up to $300k for Crawler Woods Connector bog reclamation (Unanimous)
• Approved $1-million transfer to reduce borrowing for Stephens Field project (7-0-2)
• Approved $1.1-million transfer for Jenny Pond buy-down (Unanimous)
• Agreed to meeting with Town department heads on January 12, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing for New Hope Chapel's proposed church, which requires special permits for earth removal, side slopes, and parking in an Aquifer Protection District. The board will also consider a side setback waiver for a two-story addition at 21 Hillcrest Road, review compliance for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Case #4041: New Hope Chapel, Joshua's Way – special permits for earth removal of ~68,606 CY, side slopes over 3:1, and parking >200 vehicles; new hearing advertised for Jan 18, 2023
• Case #4076: Bradley and Catherine Quinn, 21 Hillcrest Road – special permit to waive side setback for two-story addition
• Case #4069: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, 275 Sandwich Street – review of compliance with condition #4
• Approval of minutes from Dec 7, 2022, Mar 2, 2022, Feb 2, 2022, Jan 19, 2022

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for a home addition at 21 Hillcrest Road and satisfied a compliance condition for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital. A case regarding New Hope Chapel was rescheduled for January 2023.

• Approved special permit for two-story addition at 21 Hillcrest Road (5-0)
• Satisfied Condition #4 for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital at 275 Sandwich Street (5-0)
• Rescheduled New Hope Chapel case (Case #4041) to January 18, 2023
• Approved meeting minutes from December 7, 2022, March 2, 2022, February 2, 2022, and January 19, 2022

Harbor Committee

The December 15, 2022, Harbor Committee agenda contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the text.

The committee voted against allowing a 241' x 56' passenger cruise vessel to dock at the Town Wharf due to safety and harbor disruption concerns. They instead suggested the use of the "Cow Yard" anchorage with passenger shuttles. A potential increase in mooring and tender fees was tabled.

• Opposed 241' x 56' passenger cruise vessel docking at Town Wharf east face (7-2)
• Tabled potential mooring and tender fee increases to January 12, 2023

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a proposal to create a shared driveway for a two-family and single-family dwelling. The board will also review a bond release and a special permit request for a home addition.

• Public hearing for B638: shared driveway for two-family and single-family dwellings at 15 Coles Lane
• ZBA 4076: Special permit request for a two-story addition at 21 Hillcrest Road
• B426: Bond release for Little Hios Hills (Ship Pond Estates)

The Board approved a partial bond release for Little Hios Hills and recommended approval for a side setback waiver at 21 Hillcrest Road. Additionally, the Board allowed a developer to withdraw a proposal for 15 Coles Lane without prejudice.

• Approved minutes of November 30, 2022 (3-0-1)
• Approved partial release of $105,000.00 from Guarantee Account for B426 - Little Hios Hills (4-0)
• Recommended approval to ZBA for special permit to waive side setback at 21 Hillcrest Road (4-0)
• Allowed withdrawal without prejudice for B638 - 15 Coles Lane VOSD proposal (4-0)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust will discuss the future of Carver Landing and other projects. The board will also vote on accepting a brochure for the Plymouth Housing Heroes program and review application forms.

• Vote on acceptance of the Plymouth Housing Heroes brochure
• Discussion regarding Carver Landing and other projects
• Review of Claremont Building permit and ZBA matters
• Discussion of application form modifications

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust voted to hire Barrett Planning Group, LLC to create standardized funding guidelines and application processes. The board also reviewed a financial report showing a balance of $661,051.34 as of December 14, 2022.

• Approved $7,350 lump sum fee to retain Barrett Planning Group, LLC (Unanimous)

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will hold a Municipal Budget 101 presentation and review the budget sub-committee process. The agenda also includes introducing new member Steven Keith and approving minutes from the November 16, 2022, meeting.

• Introduction of new member Mr. Steven Keith
• Municipal Budget 101 Presentation
• Review of Budget Sub-Committee Process
• Approval of November 16, 2022, meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the November 16, 2022, meeting. Finance Director Lynne Barrett provided a 'Municipal Budget 101' presentation covering the budget timeline, funding sources, and tax rates. The committee also established that all future sub-committee meetings will be conducted via PACTV Zoom.

• Approved November 16, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous, 3 abstentions)
• Decided all future sub-committee meetings will be held via PACTV Zoom

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider grease trap and property variance requests. The meeting includes a discussion on Title 5 changes regarding nitrogen-sparing systems. Members will also receive an update on COVID, influenza, and RSV data.

• Grease Trap Variance Request for Brewster Bar at 46 Main St
• Variance Request for 17 Homer Ave
• Title 5 Changes regarding Nitrogen-Sparing Systems
• COVID, Influenza and RSV Update

The Board of Health approved two variance requests and the meeting minutes from October 26, 2022. Members discussed upcoming Title 5 nitrogen-sparing system changes and established a process for selecting board goals for the next calendar year.

• Approved meeting minutes from 10/26/2022 (4-0)
• Approved Grease Trap Variance for Brewster Bar at 46 Main St (4-0)
• Approved Variance Request for 17 Homer Ave (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review Notices of Intent for several property modifications near Little Pond, Great Herring Pond, and White Island Pond. These include proposals for patios, a seasonal dock, and home additions.

• Notice of Intent for patios, fire pit, and staircase repairs at 92 Tower Hill Farm Road
• Notice of Intent for a 4-foot path and 200 square foot dock at 148 Roxy Cahoon Road
• Notice of Intent for home additions and driveway extensions at 95 Sandy Beach Road
• Approval of December 6, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission unanimously approved three Notices of Intent for residential patios, a dock, and home additions. It also approved field changes for two coastal stabilization projects and the minutes from the December 6, 2022 meeting.

• Approved construction of patios, fire pit, spa, and kitchenette at 92 Tower Hill Farm Road (7-0)
• Approved 200 sq ft seasonal dock and path at 148 Roxy Cahoon Road with NHESP mussel protection conditions (7-0)
• Approved home additions and driveway extension at 95 Sandy Beach Road (7-0)
• Approved field change from wood to concrete stairs at 79 Willoughby Lane (7-0)
• Approved field change from wood to concrete stairs at 142 Florence Road (7-0)
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Senior Task Force Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the November 28, 2022, meeting. Members discussed the status of the UMass Assessment Contract and identified key informants and focus group categories for the assessment.

• Approved November 28, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

West Plymouth Steering Committee

The committee approved the relocation of North Easton Savings Bank to a 2,800 sq ft building at 3 Commerce Way, conditional on parking requirements. Other projects, including a medical facility and auto dealership on Cherry Street, remain on hold or under review.

• Approved North Easton Savings Bank relocation to 3 Commerce Way conditional on parking (5-0)
• Tabled approval of June 22, 2022 minutes

Agricultural Commission

The meeting includes an update on t-shirts and a discussion regarding the County Sherriff’s Farm. Other items are procedural, such as approving minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• T-Shirt Update
• County Sherriff's Farm

The Commission discussed potential partnerships with the County Sheriff's office regarding cattle and land leasing. Member Patrick Farah provided updates on vertical farming interests from the School Department and Center for Active Living. No formal policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Voted to adjourn meeting at 7:28pm (6-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review noise and safety complaints and hear updates on several proposed building and hangar projects. The body will also discuss the MALSF repair project and the Technical Master Plan.

• Hangar update for Chris Turner, Turner Brother’s Construction (100’ x 100’)
• Building updates from John Borland and Elks Club
• Hangar construction update from Donald Staszko
• MALSF repair project and Technical Master Plan update
• Sewage Treatment Plant and airport budget status

The Commission approved a cost-of-living adjustment to address increasing airport expenses and indirect costs. The board also received progress updates on several proposed hangar constructions and airport infrastructure projects.

• Approved 11% CPI adjustment starting January 1, 2023 (5-0-1)
• Approved minutes of November 10, 2022 (5-0-1)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee unanimously approved four articles regarding land preservation, debt repayment, and account allocations. These decisions include funding for Crawler Woods Connector and debt payments for Stephens Field and Jenny Pond.

• Approved Article 16A (Crawler Woods Connector) pending appraisal and Finance Director advice (Unanimous)
• Approved Article 16B to transfer funds to pay down debt on Stephens Field (Unanimous)
• Approved Article 16C to transfer funds to pay down debt for Jenny Pond (Unanimous)
• Approved Article 16D regarding account set-asides for Housing, Historic, and Open Space (Unanimous)

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available; the agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting.

The committee voted to maintain virtual meetings rather than resuming in-person sessions. Members discussed trail easements, public beach access, and the creation of a Chapter 61 summary for the town website.

• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Denied motion to resume in-person meetings (3-3 vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on December 7, 2022, to hear three cases: a special permit request to waive sign limits, a continued appeal regarding gravel removal, and a continued special permit application for an elderly housing development. The board will also review meeting minutes from four prior meetings.

• Case #4075: Scranton Holdings Corp. seeks special permit to waive number of freestanding signs at 101 Carver Road (Map 105, Lot 1-29) per Section 203.3D Sign Table
• Case #4072: Save the Pine Barrens Inc. appeals denial of enforcement request re: ZBA 3728 — gravel removal permit for AD Makepeace Cranberry Co. off Federal Road, Carver (continued from 10/5/2022)
• Case #4063: Claremont Plymouth LLC seeks special permit for elderly housing at Colony Place (Map 104, Lots 26-40/26-41), including waivers for parking spaces, parking garage width, and 35-foot height limit (continued from 9/7/22 and 11/16/22)
• Review of meeting minutes: November 16, 2022; September 7, 2022; June 15, 2022; March 16, 2022

The Board approved a special permit for elderly housing at Colony Place with specific water system conditions. It also approved a sign waiver for Scanlon Holdings Corporation and upheld a building commissioner's decision regarding gravel removal.

• Approved Case #4075 special permit to waive number of freestanding signs for Scanlon Holdings Corporation (5-0)
• Upheld building commissioner's decision in Case #4072 regarding Save the Pine Barrens Inc. (3-2)
• Approved Case #4063 special permits for elderly housing, inclusionary housing, parking waivers, and height exceedance at Colony Place (5-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 16, 2022 meeting minutes (6-1)

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Board approved a 3-year contract for citation management and a contract for design services at 4 North. It also granted funding for EV charging stations and increased 2023 permit rates by 3.25%.

• Approved $9,200 grant for 3 EV Charging Stations and 5-year maintenance (4-0-0)
• Approved 3-year contract with Passport for Citation Management for approximately $91K (4-0-0)
• Approved contract with Max Collaborative Architects for MEP/Architect Design Services for 4 North (4-0-0)
• Approved 3.25% increase for all 2023 permit rates (4-0-0)
• Approved payment of invoices for Attorney Galvin ($373.11) and Lisa Santos ($6,270.00) (4-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review notices of intent for a house addition at 43 Clifford Road and a floating solar array at 0 Carver Road. A request to rebuild a porch at 219 West Long Pond Road will also be considered. The meeting includes administrative duties and approval of November 29 minutes.

• Notice of Intent: house addition, deck, and basement access ramp at 43 Clifford Road
• Notice of Intent: floating solar array on an agricultural reservoir at 0 Carver Road
• Certificate of Compliance: rebuilding a covered porch at 219 West Long Pond Road
• Approval of November 29, 2022, meeting minutes

The Commission approved a floating solar array at 17 Plymouth Street and a home addition at 43 Clifford Road. A Certificate of Compliance was issued for a porch project at 219 West Long Pond Road.

• Approved house addition, deck, and basement ramp at 43 Clifford Road with special condition for NHESP 'No Take' (6-0)
• Approved floating solar array at 17 Plymouth Street (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for porch rebuild at 219 West Long Pond Road (5-0)
• Approved November 29, 2022 meeting minutes (4-1-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review site plans for a residential solar system and sign permit requests. The meeting includes a presentation on the Master Plan Gap Analysis. The board may also discuss litigation strategy in an executive session.

• Lot line adjustments for Tupper Hill LLC on Tupper Hill Road
• Sign permit request for Scranton Holdings Corporation at 101 Carver Road
• Site plan review for a residential solar system at 185 Center Hill Road
• Master Plan Task Group Gap Analysis presentation
• Discussions regarding open space definition and submittal deadline policy

The Planning Board adopted the Master Plan Gap Analysis report and a new Submittal Deadline Policy. The Board also approved a lot line adjustment and recommended approval for a new freestanding sign at West Plymouth Plaza.

• Adopted Master Plan Gap Analysis report and directed Task Group to prepare a scope of work (4-0)
• Approved Form A plan A4844 lot line adjustments for Tupper Hill LLC (4-0)
• Approved residential solar array at 185 Center Hill Road subject to four conditions (4-0)
• Recommended approval of freestanding sign at 101 Carver Road to ZBA subject to four conditions (4-0)
• Adopted Submittal Deadline Policy (4-0)
• Tabled discussion on Open Space definition (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Oct 19, Oct 26, and Nov 9, 2022 (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review Notices of Intent for residential additions, a boathouse, and home reconstruction near local ponds. They will also consider a one-year extension request for a stone revetment at 1850 State Road and 330 R Center Hill Road.

• Notice of Intent: Additions and driveway extension at 95 Sandy Beach Road near White Island Pond
• Notice of Intent: Construction of a 24’ x 24’ boathouse at 97 Halfway Pond Road
• Notice of Intent: Single-family home reconstruction at 631 Mast Road
• Extension Request: One-year extension for stone revetment at 1850 State Road and 330 R Center Hill Road

The Commission approved a boathouse at 97 Halfway Pond Road and a home reconstruction at 631 Mast Road. A one-year extension for a stone revetment project was granted, while one hearing was continued to December.

• Approved boathouse and stairs at 97 Halfway Pond Road (6-0)
• Approved home reconstruction and utilities at 631 Mast Road (4-2-0)
• Approved one-year extension for stone revetment at 1850 State Road & 330 R Center Hill Road (5-1-0)
• Continued hearing for additions at 95 Sandy Beach Road to December 13, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved November 22, 2022 meeting minutes with one correction (5-0)

Agricultural Commission

This meeting includes an update regarding T-shirts and the approval of previous minutes. The remaining agenda items are standard procedural matters for the commission.

• T-shirt update
• Approval of minutes

Conservation Commission

The commission will review notices of intent for new patios at 92 Tower Hill Farm Road and a seasonal dock at 148 Roxy Cahoon Road. The meeting also includes an amended order for a dock at 38 Warren Avenue and a certificate of compliance for shoreline stabilization at 16 Shore Drive.

• Construction of patios, fire pit, and spa at 92 Tower Hill Farm Road
• Removal of a 6’ x 8’ dock bump-out at 38 Warren Avenue
• Installation of a 200 square foot seasonal dock at 148 Roxy Cahoon Road
• Certificate of compliance for coastal bank stabilization at 16 Shore Drive
• Review of restoration monitoring report for 403 Federal Furnace Road

The Commission issued a standard Order of Conditions for a dock bump-out at 38 Warren Avenue and a Certificate of Compliance for coastal bank work at 16 Shore Drive. Two other project hearings were continued to December 13, 2022. The board also finalized restoration requirements for a property on Federal Furnace Road.

• Approved standard Order of Conditions for dock bump-out at 38 Warren Avenue (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for stone revetment and bank stabilization at 16 Shore Drive (4-0)
• Completed restoration requirements for 403 Federal Furnace Road (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 92 Tower Hill Farm Road to December 13, 2022 (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 148 Roxy Cahoon Road to December 13, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes with one correction (4-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee approved a motion to find a replacement lawyer following the retirement of Kathleen O’Donnall. The committee also voted to schedule a meeting with the Town Manager to discuss articles and applications.

• Approved motion to seek new counsel to replace Kathleen O’Donnall (unanimous)
• Approved motion to meet with the Town Manager to discuss articles and applications (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 7/21/2022, 8/4/2022, 8/18/2022, 9/15/2022, and 10/13/2022

Harbor Committee

The Harbor Committee will review the Boat Ramp Project and discuss American Cruise Lines dockage. The agenda also includes a review of the Selectboard Marine Fueling Policy and waterway regulations.

• American Cruise Lines Dockage
• Boat Ramp Project review
• Selectboard Marine Fueling Policy
• Plymouth Waterway Regulations

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider several special permit requests, including a continuance for a proposed church's earth removal, an elderly housing project, and two sign installations. The board will also review meeting minutes and may address other business.

• Case #4041: New Hope Chapel requests continuance to Dec 21 for earth removal of ~68,606 cubic yards and other permits
• Case #4063: Claremont Plymouth LLC seeks special permits for elderly housing at Colony Place, including parking waivers and height increase
• Case #4073: New Hampshire Signs requests permits for iconographic 'Blade' and 'Koala' signs at 164 South Street
• Case #4074: New Hampshire Signs requests permits for iconographic signs and two freestanding signs at 131 Commerce Way
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from November 2, 2022

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two special permits for the installation of signage at South Street and Commerce Way. Two other cases regarding a chapel and elderly housing were continued to future dates.

• Approved Case #4073 for 'Blade' and 'Koala' signs at 164 South Street (5-0)
• Approved Case #4074 for 'Blade', 'Koala', and freestanding signs at 131 Commerce Way with conditions for taxes, liens, and Board of Selectmen license approval (5-0)
• Continued Case #4041 (New Hope Chapel) to December 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Case #4063 (Claremont Plymouth LLC) to December 7, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust will review its financial report and approve minutes from the October 12, 2022 meeting. The board will also hold a discussion regarding the Rick Vayo Project located at 134 Court Street.

• Discussion of 134 Court Street, Rick Vayo Project
• Approval of October 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of financial report

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will hold a second hearing regarding proposed changes to its Standing Rules. The amendment seeks to clarify the eight-day submission requirement and address late materials. Members will also discuss sub-committee and liaison assignments.

• Second hearing on Proposed Amendment to Committee Standing Rules
• Approval of October 12, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Sub-Committee & Liaison Assignments
• Open Meeting Law Presentation

The committee approved the minutes from October 12, 2022, and adopted amended standing rules regarding the review and approval of Town Meeting Articles. Members also received an Open Meeting Law presentation and discussed sub-committee and liaison assignments.

• Approved October 12, 2022, meeting minutes (10-0-0)
• Approved Amended Standing Rules defining 'days' as calendar days (10-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review requests for septic system updates at 16 Shore Drive and new generator installations at two water pump stations. A notice of intent for home reconstruction at 631 Mast Road was requested for continuance to November 29. The agenda also includes appointing a member to the Community Preservation Committee.

• Septic system replacement at 16 Shore Drive
• Generator and propane tank installation at Darby Pond and Cedarville pump stations
• Home reconstruction notice of intent for 631 Mast Road (continued)
• Appointment of a member to the Community Preservation Committee
• Approval of November 8, 2022, meeting minutes

The Commission issued Negative Determinations of Applicability for a septic system installation at 16 Shore Drive and the installation of generators and propane tanks for the Water Department. The board also appointed Randy Parker to the Community Preservation Committee and established a 3-minute limit for general public comments.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for septic system at 16 Shore Drive (4-1)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for generators and propane tanks at Darby Pond and Cedarville pump stations (5-0)
• Continued hearing for home reconstruction at 631 Mast Road to November 29, 2022 (4-1)
• Appointed Randy Parker to the Community Preservation Committee (4-1)
• Rescinded previous Determination of Non-Significance changes to maintain original addressing (5-0)
• Approved adding a general public comment period not to exceed 3 minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 minutes with corrections (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Select Board, acting as Water Commissioners, voted to waive water, sewer, and building fees for the Claremont development at 174 Colony Place. This action is contingent upon approval from the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Zoning Board of Appeals made no motions during the session.

• Select Board voted to waive water, sewer, and building fees for 174 Colony Place (Lot 26-26 and 26-30 on Plat 104), 5A & 5B, contingent upon ZBA approval (4-0)

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will hold a public meeting to perform a post-election tabulation session. This includes mail-in ballots received by 4:00 PM on November 12, 2022, and certain ballots arriving after 4:00 PM on November 8, 2022.

• Post-election tabulation session for November 8, 2022 State Election ballots

Airport Commission

The Plymouth Airport Commission will hear updates on several proposed building and hangar projects. The body will also discuss the MALSF repair project, the FY23 Capital Improvement Plan, and the re-selection of a consultant.

• Hangar update for Chris Turner, Turner Brother’s Construction (100’ x 100’)
• Proposed building updates from John Borland and the Elks Club
• Hangar construction update from Donald Staszko
• MALSF repair project and Technical Master Plan update
• CIP FY23 and airport budget status

Plymouth for All Committee

The committee voted to form a working group to establish policies and procedures for responding to incidents aligned with their mission. The group also approved funding for past event expenses and accepted the treasurer's report.

• Approved $50.00 to cover indigenous peoples event expenses, bringing total to $400.00
• Approved treasurer's report
• Approved formation of a working group to set policies and procedures for mission-related incidents
• Approved minutes from October 13, 2022
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The committee directs readers to review the minutes for any prior discussion or decisions.

• No agenda items listed

The committee approved that a 1.86-acre tax title parcel in the South Pond area be sold at auction with a deed restriction to preserve it as natural open space. A working group was also established to research sand and gravel mining issues. No resolution was reached regarding public access issues at Morton Park and local ponds.

• Approved sale of Map 087, lot 057G-000 at auction with deed restriction for natural open space (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 27, 2022 meeting
• Established working group to research sand and gravel mining (Volunteers: Deb Iaquinto, John Hammond, Stephanie Silva)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a 48-unit age-restricted elderly housing project and a shared driveway for dwellings at 15 Coles Lane. The board will also consider special permits for signage at two locations and modifications to the Tupper Hill project.

• 46 Sandwich Road: Special Permits for 48 units of age-restricted elderly housing
• 15 Coles Lane: Shared driveway for a two-family and single-family dwelling
• Tupper Hill Road: Modification to reduce lot count from 12 to 6
• 164 South Street and 131 Commerce Way: Special Permits for iconographic and freestanding signs
• 296 Center Hill Road: Form A Plan to divide lot 65B

The Board approved a 48-unit elderly housing development at 46 Sandwich Road and recommended approval for signage at two gas station locations. A request for a Village Open Space Development at 15 Coles Lane was continued for revisions, and a minor modification for the Tupper Hill subdivision was approved.

• Approved 48-unit age-restricted housing at 46 Sandwich Road (5-0)
• Approved lot release for B426 Ship Pond Estates and plans for B437 Pinehills LLC (5-0)
• Endorsed Form A plans A4842 and A4843 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 15 Coles Lane VOSD to December 14, 2022 (4-1)
• Recommended approval to ZBA for signage at 164 South Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval to ZBA for signage at 131 Commerce Way (5-0)
• Approved minor modification for B622 Tupper Hill to reduce lots from 12 to 6 (5-0)
• Appointed Scott Hokanson to Growth and Development Corp and Center Steering Committee (5-0)

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Board appointed Mr. Egan as the Chief Procurement Officer and approved the composition of two evaluation committees. The Board also approved a consulting invoice payment.

• Appointed Mr. Egan as Chief Procurement Officer (5-0-0)
• Approved membership for Citation Management Vendor and MEP evaluation committees (5-0-0)
• Approved $3,750.00 payment to Mr. Burke for 25 hours of consulting services (5-0-0)

North Plymouth Steering Committee

The committee reviewed how water shortages are impacting the Behavioral Health Facility and Claremont Elderly Housing projects. Members discussed the need for improved pumps and new wells to address town-wide capacity issues. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Discussed water shortage impacting Behavioral Health Facility fire safety
• Noted Claremont Elderly Housing is on hold due to water pressure issues
• Reviewed 2019 study showing insufficient town water capacity
• Noted 10% reduction in state-allowed water withdrawal for Plymouth
• Discussed potential tour of Blue Futures facility
• Discussed potential tour of Dirty Water opening in Cordage
• Reported no new developments or start date for Bike/Rail Trail

Board of Health

The Plymouth Board of Health will review variance requests for 10 Taylor Ave and 16 Shore Dr. The meeting includes discussions regarding body art training and updates on COVID, influenza, and RSV. The board will also hear reports from the Director and Chairperson.

• Variance request for 10 Taylor Ave
• Variance request for 16 Shore Dr
• Body art discussion regarding New Reflections Permanent Makeup training center
• COVID, influenza, and RSV data update
• Chairperson's announcements on RSV vaccine and PHE grant

The Board of Health unanimously approved variance requests for two residential addresses. The board also received updates on public health data and discussed department goals.

• Approved variance for 10 Taylor Ave (5-0)
• Approved variance for 16 Shore Dr (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will review several Notices of Intent for property developments near local ponds. These include additions at 95 Sandy Beach Road and a boathouse at 97 Halfway Pond Road. The commission will also approve minutes from the November 1 meeting.

• Notice of Intent for additions and driveway extension at 95 Sandy Beach Road
• Notice of Intent for a 24’ x 24’ boathouse at 97 Halfway Pond Road
• Notice of Intent to raze cottage and build new two-story home at 243–245 Taylor Avenue
• Approval of November 1, 2022, meeting minutes

The Commission approved a project to raze a cottage and construct a new two-story home and septic system at 243–245 Taylor Avenue. Two other project hearings were continued to a later date. The Commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved closing public hearing and issuing standard Order of Conditions for 243–245 Taylor Avenue (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for 95 Sandy Beach Road to November 29, 2022 (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for 97 Halfway Pond Road to November 29, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Decided not to hold a meeting on December 27, 2022

Senior Task Force Committee

The committee received a presentation from UMass regarding a senior planning process involving document reviews, surveys, and community forums. A final report is expected in Fall 2023.

• Approved minutes from 10/17/22 (Unanimous, 4 abstentions)

Agricultural Commission

The agenda consists of standard procedural items and an update regarding t-shirts. No other specific projects or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• T-shirt update

Harbor Committee

The committee established a subcommittee to evaluate the impact of cruise boats on commercial fishing operations and wharf infrastructure. The committee also approved a wharf fueling policy and supported plans for the town dock and boat ramp refurbishment.

• Approved motion to form subcommittee to review cruise boat proposal
• Approved wharf fueling policy (unanimous)
• Approved changes to town dock plans to eliminate choke points
• Approved support for old boat ramp refurbishment

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Board approved a $10,000 grant for the America’s Hometown Parade and relocated a planned EV charging station to the Cornish Street Lot. The Board also approved several invoices and the provision of Thanksgiving baskets for employees.

• Approved $10,000 annual grant for America’s Hometown Parade (4-0-0)
• Approved relocating EV charging station from Parking Deck to Cornish Street Lot (4-0-0)
• Approved $54,735.88 invoice payment to Haynes Group (4-0-0)
• Approved $1,303.50 invoice payment to Susan Connolly for Administrative Services (4-0-0)
• Approved providing Thanksgiving Baskets for employees (4-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for an access sway at 17 Shore Rd with specific conditions. The Board also determined that conditions for the Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital project at 275 Sandwich Street were met. Three sets of previous meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved Case #4071 special permit for access sway at 17 Shore Rd with conditions (5-0)
• Satisfied Condition #3 for Case #4069 at 275 Sandwich Street (5-0)
• Approved April 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 20, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will review a request for a new septic system at 1489 State Road. The commission will also consider a certificate of compliance for stone work at 108 Shore Drive. A hearing regarding a dock and path at 14 Roxy Cahoon Road has been continued to November 22, 2022.

• Septic system replacement at 1489 State Road
• Notice of Intent for a 4’ wide path and 200 square foot dock at 14 Roxy Cahoon Road (continued)
• Certificate of Compliance for stone revetment wall and steps at 108 Shore Drive
• Approval of minutes from October 18 and October 25, 2022

The Commission issued a Negative Determination of Applicability for a new septic system and approved a property research permit for stream water quality studies. A request for a seasonal dock was continued, and a Certificate of Compliance was issued for a stone revetment wall.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for new septic system at 1489 State Road (6-0)
• Continued hearing for seasonal dock at 148 Roxy Cahoon Road to November 22, 2022 (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for stone revetment wall and steps at 108 Shore Drive (6-0)
• Issued Property Research / Activity Permit to Department of Marine and Environmental (6-0)
• Approved October 18, 2022 minutes (5-1)
• Approved October 25, 2022 minutes (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board to fill a vacancy on the board. Candidates Carl Donaldson and Scott Hokanson are being considered for the position.

• Appointment of a Planning Board member to fill a vacancy
• Consideration of candidates Carl Donaldson and Scott Hokanson

Senior Task Force Committee

The committee revised the UMass Boston project timeline, pushing most deadlines back one month and requesting that key informant meetings be held in person. A subcommittee was established to review the project survey. The group also identified specific town leaders and community representatives to serve as key informants.

• Approved minutes from 11/7/22 (Unanimous, 5 abstentions)
• Delayed UMass Boston project timeline by one month, except for June focus groups
• Required key informant meetings to be in person, with Zoom as a limited alternative
• Established survey review subcommittee consisting of Betsy, Sandra, Nicole, Terry, Pat, and Karen
• Assigned committee members to notify identified key informants

Airport Commission

The committee will discuss current tenants and the potential for leasing unused space within the Airport Admin building. The agenda also includes discussions regarding grounds keeping and adding seating to a grass area near the aircraft ramp.

• Potential leasing of unused space in the Admin building
• Grounds keeping discussion
• Proposed additional seating for the grass area between the admin building and aircraft ramp

Airport Commission

The Plymouth Airport Commission held a non-voting workshop meeting. The agenda included a presentation regarding aviation-related development in the northeast corner of the airport.

• Presentation for aviation related development in the Northeast corner of the airport

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes for information on what was discussed or decided.

• No agenda items listed

The committee voted unanimously to decline interest in a 4.32-acre landlocked parcel on Lunn's Way. Members also discussed strategies for identifying privately owned properties for future conservation and the use of Chapter 61 status.

• Approved September 22, 2022 meeting minutes (6-1 abstention)
• Declined interest in tax title parcel Map 122, lot 10P-1194 Lunn's Way (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding special permits for age-restricted elderly housing and earth removal for a proposed church. The board will also review site plans for two office buildings on Obery Street.

• 46 Sandwich Road: Special permits for 48 units of age-restricted elderly housing (24 duplexes)
• New Hope Chapel (Long Pond Road): Special permits for removal of +/- 68,606 CY of earth
• 63-65 Obery Street: Site plan review for two office buildings (4,680 SF and 4,800 SF)
• Whitman Homes Inc./Pinehills LLC: Form A Plans to divide Brackenfern lots 15-409 through 15-416
• Carver Landing: Informal review of playground/park condition

The Board recommended approval for several special permits regarding the New Hope Chapel project and approved the site plan for two office buildings on Obery Street. A lot division for Whitman Homes was endorsed, and a public hearing for 46 Sandwich Road was continued.

• Endorsed lot division A4841 for Whitman Homes Inc./Pinehills LLC (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for 46 Sandwich Road to November 9, 2022 (4-0)
• Acknowledged Condition 2(e) met for Carver Landing playground/park (4-0)
• Recommended approval to ZBA for New Hope Chapel side slopes exceeding 3:1 grade (4-0)
• Recommended approval to ZBA for New Hope Chapel parking over 200 vehicles (4-0)
• No action taken on New Hope Chapel gravel removal special permit (2-2 vote)
• Approved site plan for two office buildings at 63-65 Obery Street (3-1)

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The committee approved meeting minutes from July, August, and September. Members voted to request that the Town Manager appoint Climate Resiliency & Sustainability Planner Mark Reil as technical support staff for the committee. The committee also reviewed updates on municipal fleet electrification and discussed potential grants for a climate roadmap.

• Approved July 6 minutes as amended (4-0-0)
• Approved August 17 minutes as amended (4-0-0)
• Approved September 14 minutes as amended (4-0-0)
• Approved motion to engage Town Manager to name Mark Reil as technical support staff (4-0-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved a shift to hybrid meetings starting December 14, 2022, to be held in the Town Hall Great Hall. The board also approved minutes from two previous September and October meetings and canceled the November 23, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from 9/28/22 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 10/12/22 (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Canceled meeting scheduled for November 23, 2022
• Approved transition to hybrid meeting format in the Great Hall starting December 14, 2022 (5-0)

Conservation Commission

This Conservation Commission meeting has no published agenda. The only available material is the meeting minutes, so there are no specific items to report as being decided or discussed.

The Commission approved three requests for determination of applicability and one certificate of compliance. Two hearings for home construction projects were continued to November dates. The board also voted to schedule all meetings at 7:00 pm until further notice.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for septic system at 37 Old Sandwich Road (6-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for pine tree removal at 178 Drew Road (6-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for MassDOT intersection and sidewalk improvements at Route 3A and Brook Road (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for seasonal removable dock at 34 Cornish Field Road (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 631 Mast Road home reconstruction to November 15, 2022 (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 243-245 Taylor Avenue cottage construction to November 8, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved scheduling all meetings at 7:00 pm until further notice (6-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss updates regarding CranFest and commission t-shirts. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and administrative scheduling.

• CranFest update
• T-shirt update

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a site plan for a new building to house a mail house, bakery, and general store. The board will also consider an access determination for a single-family house and approve several lot divisions.

• Site Plan Review for mail house, bakery, and general store at Wareham Road and 2 Greenside Way South
• Access Determination for a single-family house at 17 Shore Road
• Form A Plan A4838: Whitman Homes, Inc. lot division at Daisy Lane and Mountain Laurel Way
• Form A Plan A4839: Pinehills LLC lot division at Bentgrass Mist
• Form A Plan A4840: Hobs Hole Trust lot division at 208 1/2, 212 and 214 Sandwich Street

The Board unanimously approved a site plan for a new 4,224 sq. ft. building at ADM/Redbrook to house a mailroom, bakery, and general store. The Board also unanimously endorsed three Form A subdivision plans and recommended a special permit for access at 17 Shore Road to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Minutes from September 28, 2022, were approved, and the Board voted to notify the Select Board of a vacancy.

• Approved site plan for ADM/Redbrook mail house, bakery and general store (3-0)
• Endorsed Form A Plans A4838, A4839, and A4840 for subdivision (3-0)
• Recommended approval of a special permit for access at 17 Shore Road to the ZBA (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 28, 2022 (3-0)
• Voted to notify Select Board of Planning Board vacancy (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Sawmill Development Corporation to modify conditions of a special permit, including reducing the required affordable housing percentage from 30% to 25% and adjusting occupancy permit ratios. The board will also consider a special permit application for a two-story addition at 159 Ellisville Rd. The agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and other routine business.

• Case #4070: Special permit for 2-story addition at 159 Ellisville Rd
• Case #3284: Request to reduce affordable units from 30% to 25%
• Case #3284: Change occupancy permit ratio from 7 market/3 affordable to 3 market/1 affordable
• Case #3284: Reduce withheld occupancy certificates from 12 to 10
• Review of minutes from April 6, April 20, and October 5, 2022

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously 5-0 to approve a special permit for Richard Avery to construct a two-story addition at 159 Ellisville Road, with conditions including roof drains. The board also voted 4-1 to approve a modification request from Sawmill Development Corporation to reduce affordable housing requirements from 30% to 25% and adjust occupancy permit ratios, with a 3-year cap on phases.

• Approved special permit for Richard Avery at 159 Ellisville Road for two-story addition, with conditions including roof drains (5-0).
• Approved modification request for Sawmill Development Corporation off Kathleen Drive to reduce affordable units from 30% to 25% and change occupancy permit ratios (4-1).
• Approved meeting minutes for October 5, 2022.
• Did not approve meeting minutes for April 6, 2022 and April 20, 2022 due to missing second page.

Conservation Commission

The commission is reviewing requests for septic system upgrades, shoreline access, and residential construction. Items include a proposed dock at 148 Roxy Cahoon Road and house reconstruction at 173 West Long Pond Road. The meeting also covers certificates of compliance for completed site improvements.

• Septic system upgrade at 81 May Hill Road
• New single-family home and driveway at 186 Warren Avenue
• Shoreline path and 200 square foot dock at 148 Roxy Cahoon Road
• House reconstruction following fire damage at 173 West Long Pond Road
• Addition to a dwelling and garage at 24 Priscilla Beach Road

The Commission issued a Negative Determination of Applicability for a septic system upgrade at 81 May Hill Road, allowing the work to proceed without a full wetlands review. It also approved Orders of Conditions for a new home at 186 Warren Avenue and a rebuilt fire-damaged house at 173 West Long Pond Road, and continued a hearing on a dock at 148 Roxy Cahoon Road. A violation was enforced at 6 Boat House Lane for unpermitted work.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for septic upgrade at 81 May Hill Road (PCC-22-19R) – voted 5-0.
• Closed public hearing and issued standard Order of Conditions with 35-foot waiver for new home at 186 Warren Avenue (PCC-22-52) – voted 5-0.
• Continued hearing to November 1, 2022 for proposed dock and path at 148 Roxy Cahoon Road (PCC-22-53) – voted 5-0.
• Closed public hearing and issued Amended Standard Order of Conditions for rebuilt fire-damaged home at 173 West Long Pond Road (PCC-20-26) – voted 4-1 (Parker abstained).
• Closed public hearing and issued Amended Standard Order of Conditions for addition at 24 Priscilla Beach Road (PCC-21-77) – voted 5-0.
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for retaining wall and parking at 120 Black Cat Road (PCC-19-66) – voted 5-0.
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for new septic system at 14 Pearl Street (PCC-22-21) – voted 5-0.
• Enforced violation at 6 Boat House Lane for unpermitted work, requiring post-facto Notice of Intent – voted 4-1 (Parker abstained).

Plymouth for All Committee

The committee voted unanimously to charge $5 per person for the November Indigenous Peoples event, with proceeds covering costs not to exceed $350. They also discussed a potential partnership with Melissa, a digital pamphlet, and grant opportunities. The meeting was largely procedural, with no other major decisions made.

• Approved $5 admission fee for Indigenous Peoples event, with costs not to exceed $350 (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on short-term rental ordinance (noted as procedural only)

Visitors Services Board

The Visitors Services Board approved the minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting (5-0). Members were assigned to oversee grant applications for various events, including Bark in the Park, the Waterfront Festival, and the July 4th Parade. The board also updated its goals and priorities by adding a public art initiative and removing the 400th under events.

• Approved meeting minutes from September 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Assigned grant applications to members for events such as Bark in the Park, Waterfront Festival, and July 4th Parade
• Added 'Public Art Initiative' to VSB goals and priorities
• Deleted '400th' under Events from VSB goals

Senior Task Force Committee

The Plymouth Senior Task Force approved minutes from the previous meeting and received updates on a $40,000 needs assessment funded by Town Meeting, as well as senior tax assistance and a basic 311 system. The group also reviewed an updated contract with UMass Boston, with completion expected by September 2023 and a kickoff meeting in November. Focus groups were postponed to spring due to weather and winter resident considerations.

• Approved minutes from September 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Noted Town Meeting approved $40,000 for needs assessment
• Noted senior tax assistance passed
• Noted 311 System (basic) passed
• Updated UMass Boston contract with completion by September 2023
• Postponed focus groups to spring due to weather and winter residents

Charter Commission

The Commission will review an opinion letter from the Attorney General and discuss charter edits. Members will also identify additional material required for the Final Report.

• Review of Attorney General opinion letter
• Charter edits
• Identification of material for the Final Report
• Review of September 19 and October 3 meeting minutes

Town Meeting

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The provided text directs residents to review the minutes and associated PDF documents.

Community Preservation Committee

The Plymouth Community Preservation Committee held a videoconference meeting on October 13, 2022, but took no votes, approvals, denials, or other substantive actions. The agenda was adopted, public comments were heard regarding the Safe Harbors/Plymouth Marina façade, and four projects were listed for review but no decisions were recorded. The meeting adjourned after 38 minutes.

• Adopted the agenda as presented (unanimous)
• No minutes were reviewed
• No executive session was held
• No old business was discussed
• No new business was discussed

Cedarville Steering Committee

The Cedarville Steering Committee met on October 12, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so no formal decisions were made. The meeting consisted solely of discussions regarding the master plan, focusing on the Wampanoag. The meeting adjourned at 7:35 pm.

Affordable Housing Trust

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust will hear a presentation by Rick Vayo regarding 134 Court Street and Carver Landing. The board will also vote on the acceptance of a document for the Plymouth Housing Heroes program.

• Presentation regarding 134 Court Street & Carver Landing
• Vote on acceptance of Plymouth Housing Heroes document
• Review of financial report
• Approval of September 21, 2022 meeting minutes

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee approved an elderly and disabled taxation fund and a Retirement Board COLA increase. Members also discussed proposals to increase parking fines and move local elections to November.

• Approval of Article 6 for an elderly and disabled taxation fund
• Approval of Article 13 for a Retirement Board COLA increase ($69,700 liability)
• Rejection of Article 19 proposal to increase parking fines to $150
• Discussion of Article 21 regarding moving local elections to November

North Plymouth Steering Committee

The North Plymouth Steering Committee met on October 12, 2022, and discussed several ongoing projects, but no formal votes or decisions were recorded. The committee reviewed the Town Master Plan and assigned tasks for follow-up, including obtaining a zoning map and contacting Lee Hartmann about the Hedge Road Study. Discussions also covered the future of the Roundtree Hyundai location after its move, a new behavioral health facility on Cherry Street, and the status of the Claremont elderly housing special permit.

• No formal votes or decisions recorded; meeting was procedural and discussion-based

Board of Health

The Plymouth Board of Health will discuss COVID-19 updates and booster information. The meeting also includes a review of recent Open Meeting Law changes and a variance request for 14 Hawley Ave.

• Variance request for 14 Hawley Ave
• COVID-19 data update from local and state health departments
• Covalent COVID booster information and publicity
• Review of recent Open Meeting Law changes

The Board of Health met virtually and unanimously approved the minutes from September 14, 2022. They discussed a COVID update, recent Open Meeting Law changes, and the holiday meeting schedule. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from September 14, 2022 (5-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Commission will discuss the status of its work plan, specifically regarding criteria to acquire land. The agenda also includes a t-shirt update and administrative tasks.

• Status of Agricultural Commission Work Plan (Criteria to Acquire Land)
• T-shirt update
• Approval of minutes

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 4 caucus reviewed several warrant articles for the upcoming Town Meeting, including Community Preservation Committee projects (Darby Pond land, Spire Center renovation, Stephens Field rehabilitation, marina expansion), a plastic bag ban update, and zoning bylaw changes. No votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was purely informational and procedural.

• Reviewed Articles 9A-9D (Community Preservation projects) — no action taken
• Reviewed Article 16 (plastic bag ban update) — no action taken
• Reviewed Articles 10 and 11 (zoning bylaw changes) — no action taken
• Reviewed remaining warrant articles with finance committee — no action taken

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 12 caucus reviewed all 22 articles on the Town Meeting warrant, asking questions and receiving explanations from Finance Committee representative Ashley Shaw. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was purely informational and procedural.

• No decisions or votes taken during the caucus

Harbor Committee

The Plymouth Harbor Committee will review the summer season and discuss waterway regulations. The committee will also consider a proposal regarding aquaculture notifications and charter boat lease fees.

• Proposal to remove abutter notification on upweller applications
• Fee discussion for six pack charter boats town lease
• Initial review of Plymouth Waterway Regulations
• Discussion of maritime building hours and website address

The Harbor Committee voted unanimously to recommend against requiring abutter notifications for commercially zoned upweller licenses. They also approved a $1,500 fee per boat for the 6-boat charter dock for 2023. The meeting included updates on storm damage, dock removal, and a planned Blue Economy Conference.

• Approved motion recommending against abutter notifications for upweller licenses (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 fee per boat for charter dock (unanimous)
• Accepted September minutes as read

Airport Commission

The Plymouth Airport Commission will discuss several proposed hangar constructions and building updates. The body is scheduled to vote on two leases for Professional Airways and review the FY23 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Proposed 100’ x 100’ hangar by Chris Turner, Turner Brother’s Construction
• Vote to approve and sign two leases for Professional Airways
• MALSF repair project and Technical Master Plan update
• CIP FY23 review
• Discussion on leasable area in the northeast corner of the airport

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation Board of Directors approved an anti-shuffling amendment request to the Select Board, which was already unanimously approved by the Select Board on September 21. The board also formed evaluation committees for a Citation Management Software RFP and an MEP/Architect RFP, and approved minutes and invoices. No substantive decisions were made on the 4 North Street basement or catch basin repairs, which remain under discussion.

• Approved anti-shuffling amendment proposal (unanimous Select Board approval on Sept 21, now requires signatures)
• Formed evaluation committees for Citation Management Software RFP (technical and pricing groups)
• Formed evaluation committees for MEP/Architect RFP (technical and pricing groups)
• Approved July 12, 2022 public session minutes (4-0-1, Price abstained)
• Approved August 9, 2022 public session minutes (4-0-0, Morse abstained)
• Approved payment of invoices: $6,103.75 to Lisa Santos and $112.50 to Galvin & Galvin (5-0)
• Decided to explore minor catch basin repairs rather than major project until spring
• Decided not to proceed with leasing existing office space

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a special permit for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth to construct a 7,022 sq. ft. modular addition at 275 Sandwich St. to alleviate emergency room congestion. The board continued a hearing on Sawmill Development Corporation's request to reduce affordable units from 30% to 25% with a payment-in-lieu schedule, and also continued an appeal by Save the Pine Barrens regarding a gravel removal enforcement denial. Additionally, the board unanimously determined that condition 1(c) for Case #4067 (R.J. Kelly Co., Inc.) had been satisfied.

• Approved special permit for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital modular addition (5-0)
• Continued Sawmill Development affordable-unit modification hearing to October 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Save the Pine Barrens appeal hearing to December 7, 2022 (5-0)
• Determined condition 1(c) satisfied for R.J. Kelly Co., Inc. (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2022 as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2022 as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2022 as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2022 as amended (unanimous)

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 16 caucus heard presentations on several Town Meeting articles, including zoning bylaw revisions (Articles 10 & 11) to allow multiple buildings per lot without special permits in certain commercial districts, and four Community Preservation Committee proposals (Articles 9A-9D) for conservation land, historic preservation, and a waterfront lot. An update to the plastic bag ban (Article 16) was also discussed. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• No votes or formal decisions were made; the caucus was a discussion-only session.
• Presenters explained Articles 10 & 11, which would expand zoning to allow multiple buildings per lot without special permits in Airport, Mixed Commercial, Highway Commercial, and Cedarville Village Enterprise Districts.
• Bill Keohane presented Articles 9A-9D: purchase of 99.5 acres from Boy Scouts (9A), funding for Spire Center preservation (9B), purchase of a lot abutting Stephens Field for $30,000 (9C), and grant for Plymouth Foundry preservation (9D).
• Ken Stone presented Article 16, an update to the plastic bag ban with more stringent requirements to match nearby towns.
• Articles 2A, 2B, 3, 5, 8, 12, 13, 14, 16, 19, and 22 had no discussion.
• Betsy Hall suggested Article 4 capital recommendations should have individual votes at Town Meeting rather than a single package vote.
• On Article 6 (Disabled and Elderly Property Tax Relief Fund), Fin Com member Brian Dunn explained two negative votes due to existing abatement process and lack of detail.
• On Article 15 (speed limits), Fin Com did not recommend, with opposition preferring the current system over Select Board control.

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent for land use changes. These include proposals for a new sea wall at Taylor Avenue and house reconstruction on Old Sandwich Road and Beach Street. The commission will also review certificates of compliance and an extension request for bank maintenance.

• Sea wall reconstruction at 59 Taylor Avenue using a cobble berm and riprap
• House demolition and new construction at 1029 Old Sandwich Road
• Removal of a leaching field and installation of a 1,000-gallon pump chamber at 14 Montrose Avenue
• New access point from Main Street Extension into Brewster Gardens at 30 Water Street
• Rebuilding a house with flood plain elevation at 8 Beach Street

The Plymouth Conservation Commission held a meeting on October 4, 2022, and approved several Notices of Intent, including a stairway renovation at Brewster Gardens, a septic system replacement at 14 Montrose Avenue, a house demolition and rebuild at 1029 Old Sandwich Road, a floodplain rebuild at 8 Beach Street, and a seawall reconstruction at 59 Taylor Avenue. The Commission also issued Certificates of Compliance for multiple projects, approved a one-year extension for work at 77 Manomet Avenue, and adopted a policy on determinations of non-significance. All votes were unanimous except for the seawall project (4-1, with Randy Parker abstaining) and the extension (4-1, with Parker abstaining).

• Approved Notice of Intent for Brewster Gardens stairway renovation (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 14 Montrose Avenue septic work (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for 1029 Old Sandwich Road house rebuild (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for 8 Beach Street floodplain rebuild (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for 59 Taylor Avenue seawall reconstruction with special condition (4-1, Parker abstained)
• Issued Certificates of Compliance for 104 Center Hill Road projects (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension for 77 Manomet Avenue (4-1, Parker abstained)
• Approved Determination of Non-Significance Policy (5-0)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is holding a public hearing regarding its Preliminary Report. The commission will also review final edits to the Charter.

• Public Hearing on the Preliminary Report
• Review of final Charter edits
• October 13 deadline for Attorney General findings

The Plymouth Charter Commission held a public hearing and discussed minor edits to the preliminary charter report, including a proposed change from 'Town Meeting Members' to 'Town Meeting Representatives' and a revision to the Finance Committee eligibility language. No final decisions were made; the meeting focused on gathering public comment and reaching consensus on potential changes.

• Consensus to change 'Warrant Article Oversight Committee' to 'Legislative Oversight Committee'
• Consensus to strike 'Town Meeting' from Finance Committee eligibility language
• Consensus that final report will be a clean version with red-line version available electronically and in hard copies at Town Hall, Library, and Center for Active Living
• Consensus to send communication to Town Meeting members and elected officials about charter availability

Board of Health

The Plymouth Board of Health will consider a grease trap variance request for Brewster Bar and receive a presentation on the Pine Hills Area Trail System. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 data update and discussions regarding the board's public comment policy.

• Grease Trap Variance Request for Brewster Bar
• Pine Hills Area Trail System presentation
• COVID-19 data update from local and state health departments
• Discussion of Public Comment Policy for the Board of Health
• Review of NDCAP meeting, Holtec, and Duxbury Town Counsel Letter

The Board of Health voted to adopt a Public Comment Policy (4-1) and endorsed the Pine Hills Area Trail System from a health perspective (4-0-1). A grease trap variance request for Brewster Bar was tabled pending revised plans. The board also approved sending a letter to the Plymouth Select Board regarding Holtec and Duxbury Town Counsel's letter.

• Adopted Public Comment Policy (4-1)
• Endorsed Pine Hills Area Trail System from health perspective (4-0-1, Golden abstained)
• Tabled grease trap variance request for Brewster Bar, 46 Main St. (5-0)
• Approved sending letter to Plymouth Select Board regarding Holtec and Duxbury Town Counsel letter (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 8/24/2022 (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a shared driveway at 15 Coles Lane and a large lot division at Sacrifice Rock Road. The board will also review a site plan for a storage facility addition at 5 Resnik Road.

• Public Hearing: 98-lot division at Sacrifice Rock Road (Pinehills LLC)
• Public Hearing: Shared driveway for two-family and single-family dwellings at 15 Coles Lane
• Site Plan Review: 108’ 4” x 142’ 8” addition to storage facility at 5 Resnik Road
• Review of Open Meeting Law Complaint from Margaret Sheehan

The Planning Board approved a new 98-lot limited occupancy neighborhood in the Pinehills development, including road extensions and new road names, subject to conditions on construction management, stormwater, erosion control, and buffer protection. The board also approved a site plan for a 46,000 sq. ft. addition to a storage facility at 5 Resnik Road, continued a public hearing for a shared driveway at 15 Coles Lane, and voted to send Town Counsel's response to an Open Meeting Law complaint to the Attorney General's office.

• Approved the Pinehills LLC subdivision creating 98 lots on Sacrifice Rock Road, with road names, subject to conditions including construction and stormwater management plans, erosion control, and buffer marking (3-1 vote).
• Approved site plan for Stout Family Realty LLC to add a 108'4" x 142'8" addition to a storage facility at 5 Resnik Road, with conditions on drainage, lighting, native plantings, and hazardous material prohibitions (4-0 vote).
• Continued the public hearing for BCI Properties LLC's shared driveway at 15 Coles Lane to November 9, 2022 (4-0 vote).
• Voted to send Town Counsel's response letter to the Attorney General's office regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint about the August 24, 2022 board reorganization (3-0-1 vote, Kuehn abstained).
• Approved the minutes of September 14, 2022 (4-0 vote).

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss the status of its work plan regarding criteria to acquire land. The meeting also includes a t-shirt update and administrative reorganization.

• Status of Agricultural Commission Work Plan (Criteria to Acquire Land)
• T-Shirt Update
• Administrative re-organization

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The committee will likely review minutes from previous meetings, but no specific items for discussion or decision are listed.

The Open Space Committee noted the Select Board's approval of $115,000 to purchase five electric vehicles and charging stations for the town fleet. The committee also discussed a plastic bag ban amendment, deed registration for 545 conservation parcels, and a proposed footbridge at the Russell Sawmill site. No substantive decisions were made by the committee itself; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of September 8, 2022 meeting as amended (motion by Iaquinto, second by Silva)
• Noted Select Board approved $115,000 for 5 electric vehicles and charging stations
• Discussed but did not vote on plastic bag ban amendment, deed registration, or footbridge proposals

Affordable Housing Trust

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust will discuss modifying the Wellfleet Housing Angel’s program for use in Plymouth. The agenda includes forming a committee with graphic design skills and discussing resident outreach strategies. The board will also review financial reports and approve July 27, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Approval of July 27, 2022, meeting minutes
• Financial report review
• Modification of Wellfleet Housing Angel’s for Plymouth
• Formation of a committee with graphic design skills
• Discussion on resident outreach strategies

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust approved the July 27, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. The board discussed updates on the Claremont Project (200 55+ rental units) and a potential affordable housing project at 134 Court Street, agreeing to invite developer Rick Vayo to the next meeting. They also reviewed a financial report showing a balance of $599,820.15 and discussed creating a housing brochure based on the Wellfleet Housing Angels model. No formal votes were taken on these discussions.

• Approved meeting minutes of 7/27/2022 (unanimous)
• Agreed to invite Rick Vayo to present the 134 Court Street project at the next meeting
• Set next meeting dates: October 12, November 16, and December 16, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for an addition at 176 Sandy Beach Road and a site plan review for a Cape Cod 5 bank building at 17 Commerce Way, both unanimously. A request from Sawmill Development Corporation to modify affordable housing conditions was continued to October 5, 2022, for further discussion on upfront payment.

• Approved special permit for addition at 176 Sandy Beach Road (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for Cape Cod 5 bank at 17 Commerce Way with conditions (5-0)
• Continued Case #3284 Sawmill Development affordable housing modification to October 5, 2022 (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will consider a land reconveyance involving approximately 9.7 acres at Clark Road and Long Pond Road. The meeting also includes requests for pool construction permits and a wetland restoration extension.

• Reconveyance of 9.7 acres of woodland at Clark Road and Long Pond Road
• Request to construct a new pool at 72R Warren Avenue
• Amended Order of Conditions for stone steps at 108 Shore Drive
• One-year extension for wetland restoration at 50, 70 & 85 Beaver Dam Road

The Commission unanimously voted to accept a 9.7-acre woodland parcel at Clark Road and Long Pond Road from Pinehills LLC as a swap for land used to build the Pinehills Fire Station. It also issued a negative determination for a pool project at 72R Warren Avenue and an amended order for stone steps at 108 Shore Drive, both unanimously. A one-year extension for wetland restoration at Beaver Dam Road was approved. The meeting adjourned at 7:38 pm.

• Accepted reconveyance of Map 77E, Lot 14-1 (9.7 acres) from Pinehills LLC (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability with waiver for pool at 72R Warren Avenue (5-0)
• Issued Amended Order of Conditions for stone steps at 108 Shore Drive (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension for wetland restoration at 50, 70 & 85 Beaver Dam Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 13, 2022 (5-0)

Charter Commission

The Commission will discuss suggested edits to the draft Charter, including a letter from special counsel. Members will also address the schedule for public hearings and the timeline for presenting the Final Report to the Select Board on November 15, 2022.

• Discussion of suggested Charter edits from legal counsel and individuals
• Planning for a Public\nHearing on October 3, 2022
• Finalizing transition provisions and an explanatory narrative
• Reviewing the timeline for the Final Report due November 15, 2022
• Approval of minutes from August 22, 23, and 29, 2022

The Plymouth Charter Commission reviewed suggested edits from Anderson & Kreiger, Richard Serkey, and Lyle Lawrence, reaching consensus on several changes to the proposed charter. Key decisions included agreeing to use the acronym COPC for Committee of Precinct Chairs, changing 'Select Person' to 'Select Board Member', and altering 'shall' to 'may' in Section 2-7-6. The commission did not support many other proposed changes, such as defining 'Joint Meeting' or requiring electronic delivery of town meeting information. No final charter was adopted at this meeting.

• Agreed to use acronym COPC for Committee of Precinct Chairs
• Agreed to change 'Select Person' to 'Select Board Member' in definitions
• Agreed to change 'shall' to 'may' in Section 2-7-6 regarding subcommittee appointments
• Agreed to edits in Section 2-8-1 on moderator election procedure
• Agreed to edits in Section 8-5-3 on charter violation remedies
• Did not support defining 'Joint Meeting'
• Did not support requiring electronic delivery of town meeting information
• Did not support rewriting Section 2-2-9 for clarity

Community Preservation Committee

The Plymouth Community Preservation Committee approved an application to restore the façade and interior of the Safe Harbors/Plymouth Marina project, with an estimated total cost of $733,201.00. Funding is proposed with a revert to the CPA account if it fails to pass Fall Town Meeting. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved Safe Harbors/Plymouth Marina façade and interior restoration application (unanimous)

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note that no agenda is available and that minutes should be reviewed. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public notice.

• No agenda items listed

The Plymouth Climate Action Net Zero Advisory Committee approved August 3rd minutes (4-0-1) and unanimously voted to have members individually input data into the MAPC GHG toolkit for discussion by October 26. The committee also noted that the Board of Selectmen supported the amended plastic bag ban for Fall Town Meeting and committed to purchasing four electric vehicles and adding seven charging stations in 2023. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and planning.

• Approved August 3rd minutes (4-0-1, Judy abstaining)
• Unanimously voted to have members input raw data into MAPC GHG toolkit for discussion by October 26

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee is meeting to review its agenda and a submission packet for Article 9S from the Community Preservation Committee. The agenda contains only procedural items and one document submission, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Review of 9-14-22 meeting agenda
• Article 9S CPC packet submission

Board of Health

The Plymouth Board of Health will review several septic and grease trap variance requests. The board will also discuss a request to the Select Board for ARPA funds to purchase air purifiers. Additionally, the meeting includes a COVID-19 update and a presentation on the Pine Hills Area Trail System.

• Septic variance requests for 91B Taylor Ave and 105 Bettencourt Rd
• Grease trap variance for Crumble Cookie at 67 Long Pond Rd
• Tobacco violation appeal for White Horse General Store
• Request to Select Board for ARPA funds for air purifiers
• Presentation on the Pine Hills Area Trail System

The Board of Health upheld a tobacco violation appeal for White Horse General Store, requiring a $100 fine paid within 30 days and a 7-day suspension of the tobacco sales license due to two violations in 36 months. The board also approved a grease trap variance for Crumbl Cookies at 67 Long Pond Rd, contingent on a larger indoor grease trap and a 30-day pumping schedule. Two variance requests for 91B Taylor Ave and 105 Bettencourt Rd were conditionally approved, subject to deed restrictions and test results. The board agreed to send a letter to the Town Manager requesting ARPA funds for air purifiers at the Center for Active Living and Main Library.

• Approved minutes from August 10, 2022 (4-0-1, Pizarro abstained)
• Approved variance for 91B Taylor Ave subject to recorded 2-bedroom deed restriction and buoyancy test results (5-0)
• Approved variance for 105 Bettencourt Rd subject to well test results (5-0)
• Approved grease trap variance for Crumbl Cookies at 67 Long Pond Rd with larger indoor trap and 30-day pumping schedule (5-0)
• Upheld tobacco violation appeal for White Horse General Store: $100 fine due in 30 days, 7-day license suspension
• Agreed to send letter to Town Manager requesting ARPA funds for air purifiers at Center for Active Living and Main Library
• Postponed Pine Hills Area Trail System presentation to next meeting
• Adjourned at 6:00 PM (5-0)

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will hold a hybrid meeting to review several site plans and special permit applications, including a bank, a hospital addition, and a residential addition. They will also consider covenant releases for the Redbrook development and a determination on gravel removal for New Hope Chapel. The agenda includes administrative items like minutes and a response to an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Site Plan Review for Cape Cod 5 Bank at 17 (9) Commerce Way
• Special Permit for 7,022 sq. ft. addition at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, 275 Sandwich Street
• Special Permit for 12'6"x24' addition at 176 Sandy Beach Road
• Release of 27 lots and endorsement of plans for Redbrook (B543)
• Request for determination on gravel removal at New Hope Chapel, 6 Joshua's Way

The Board unanimously determined that the proposed removal of 68,000 cubic yards of gravel for the New Hope Chapel complex is not incidental to the project and requires a Special Permit. The Board also recommended approval of a site plan for a Cape Cod Five Bank branch at Cranberry Crescent, subject to conditions, and recommended approval of special permits for a hospital addition and a residential addition. A public comment policy was adopted.

• Determined gravel removal at New Hope Chapel requires a Special Permit (4-0)
• Recommended site plan approval for Cape Cod Five Bank at 17 Commerce Way (3-1)
• Recommended special permit approval for hospital addition at 275 Sandwich Street (4-0)
• Recommended special permit approval for residential addition at 176 Sandy Beach Road (4-0)
• Approved covenants, plans, and releases for Redbrook Use Areas 12 and 6 (4-0)
• Approved additional footnotes for FATM 2022 Article 11 (4-0)
• Adopted a public comment policy (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 24, 2022 with corrections (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review a notice of intent regarding the replacement of the Bartlett Road Bridge and roadway realignment. The meeting also includes discussions on coastal bank stabilization at 8 Old County Road and several requests for certificates of compliance. Additionally, an extension request for Saquish Beach lots will be considered.

• Notice of Intent to replace Bartlett Road Bridge and realign roadway
• Notice of Intent for coastal bank stabilization at 8 Old County Road
• Certificate of Compliance for site improvements at 4 Fisherman’s Lane
• Certificate of Compliance for shorefront protection at 54 Rocky Hill Road
• Two-year extension request for Saquish Beach composting toilet and grey water system

The Commission unanimously approved a Notice of Intent for the Town of Plymouth to replace the Bartlett Road bridge and realign the roadway, with special conditions including erosion control and 5-year monitoring of wetland replication. They also approved coastal bank stabilization at 8 Old County Road, issued Certificates of Compliance for two properties, granted a one-year extension for a septic system project at Saquish Beach, and approved the September 6 meeting minutes with one abstention.

• Approved Bartlett Road bridge replacement and roadway realignment with special conditions (5-0)
• Approved coastal bank stabilization at 8 Old County Road with NHESP conditions (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 4 Fisherman's Lane (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 54 Rocky Hill Road (5-0)
• Granted one-year extension for Saquish Beach septic system project (5-0)
• Approved September 6, 2022 meeting minutes (4-1 abstain)

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation Board approved installing a ductless HVAC system in the Park Plymouth offices after sealed bids, hired a consultant at $150/hour not to exceed $5,000 to assist with procurement, and leased two vacant offices to Connected Home Care for $400 per office per month for three months. The board also granted $5,000 to the Graffiti Removal Program for 2022 and approved a 401K program for Park Plymouth employees. Several items were tabled, including the entrepreneurship center discussion and parking lot catch basin repairs.

• Approved ductless HVAC system for Park Plymouth offices after sealed bids (4-0)
• Hired Mr. Burke as consultant at $150/hour, not to exceed $5,000 (4-0)
• Leased two vacant offices to Connected Home Care at $400/office/month for 3 months (4-0)
• Changed commercial real estate company from Atlantic Properties to Overtime Real Estate at 5% commission (4-0)
• Granted $5,000 to Graffiti Removal Program for 2022 (4-0)
• Approved payment of $1,658.25 invoice for administrative services (4-0)
• Approved 401K program guidelines for Park Plymouth employees (4-0)
• Returned to Wednesday night meetings (4-0)

Senior Task Force Committee

The Senior Task Force approved minutes from August 22, 2022, and reported that a $10,000 donation from Beth Israel for a needs assessment has been approved by the Select Board. The Finance Committee will consider the submission on September 14. Committee members will volunteer at precinct caucuses to support funding efforts.

• Approved minutes from August 22, 2022 (unanimous, Harry abstained)
• Reported $10,000 donation from Beth Israel for needs assessment approved by Select Board
• Scheduled Finance Committee submission for September 14
• Planned committee member attendance at precinct caucuses

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will review the status of its work plan, specifically regarding criteria to acquire land. The agenda also includes a t-shirt update and routine administrative items.

• Status of Agricultural Commission Work Plan (Criteria to Acquire Land)
• T-Shirt Update

Plymouth for All Committee

The Plymouth No Place For Hate Committee met on September 8, 2022, and discussed supporting the Laramie Project at Plymouth South High School, planning for Transgender Day of Remembrance, and organizing MLK Day events. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was largely informational and planning-focused.

• Treasurer report accepted: balance $1,640.56 (motion by Barbara, second by Susan)
• Minutes review deferred to next meeting
• Discussed supporting Laramie Project at Plymouth South HS with tables, information, and potential speaker funding
• Planned Transgender Day of Remembrance event on Nov 21 at PPL Fallow Room with readings and art
• MLK Day subcommittee meeting scheduled for next week to plan contest and award
• Hull Stand in the Sand event on Oct 16 discussed for volunteer participation
• Church of the Pilgrimage info forum on Oct 29 discussed for volunteer recruitment
• PACTV PSA Day on Nov 18 discussed for committee participation

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available; it is purely procedural, with no items for decision or discussion. Residents should review the minutes for any prior actions.

The committee voted unanimously to retain a 6.28-acre tax-title property on White Island Pond as open space. Members also discussed upcoming community events, a proposed plastic bag ban amendment, and a trail project at Whispering Woods. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of August 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved keeping tax-title property #120-035A-001-000 (6.28 acres, abandoned cranberry bog) as open space (unanimous)

Harbor Committee

The committee discussed a proposal from American Cruise Lines to port in Plymouth with 12 planned ships, noting potential benefits for local businesses but also concerns about commercial fishing interests and dockage fees. No formal vote was taken on the proposal. Other items included updates on the Lights Festival, aquaculture license renewals, and a discussion about a possible sign for the charter boat dock.

• August minutes accepted as read
• Discussed Lights Festival scheduled for September 4, 2022, with USCG permit filed and parade at 1930
• Discussed aquaculture upwellers with two having gone before Selectmen for permitting
• Discussed Bill Marani approved for aquaculture site from waiting list
• Discussed Connor & Beth Doyle request for swap of aquaculture grant areas
• Discussed D. Tarantino speaking for J. Carpenter and self to start appeal process for similar shift
• Discussed possible sign for charter boat dock
• Discussed Harbor Master Plan and its importance

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee is reviewing several articles for the Fall Town Meeting. Proposals include increasing maximum parking fines to address illegal parking and moving local elections to November to increase voter turnout. The committee will also consider a new taxation fund for elderly residents and an easement acquisition off State Road.

• Proposal to increase maximum parking fines up to $250
• Petition to move local elections from May to November in odd-numbered years
• Creation of an Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund via voluntary tax bill contributions
• Authorization for a 20-foot wide easement acquisition off State Road for fire station use
• Increase Retirement Board COLA base amount from $14,000 to $16,000

The Advisory and Finance Committee voted 9-2-2 to recommend Article 6, which would create an elderly and disabled taxation fund and a committee to administer it, to Fall Town Meeting. The committee unanimously approved Article 13, increasing the retirement board COLA base from $14,000 to $16,000. Article 19, a home rule petition to increase parking fines to $150, failed unanimously after extensive debate. Article 21, a home rule petition to move town elections to November, also failed 2-7-4. Article 8, a property acquisition off State Road for $70,000-$90,000, was unanimously approved.

• Approved Article 6 (Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund) to Town Meeting, 9-2-2.
• Approved Article 13 (Retirement Board COLA increase to $16,000 base) to Town Meeting, 13-0-0.
• Denied Article 19 (Increase parking fines to $150) to Town Meeting, 0-12-1.
• Denied Article 21 (Home Rule Petition for November elections) to Town Meeting, 2-7-4.
• Approved Article 8 (Property acquisition off State Road, $70,000-$90,000) to Town Meeting, 13-0-0.
• Approved minutes of August 24, 2022, 11-0-1.
• Failed amendment to reduce parking fine to $75, 5-8-0.
• Failed amendment to include substitute language on parking districts, 5-8-0.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals meets to hear three cases: a continued appeal by Save the Pine Barrens over a denied enforcement request, a special permit for two non-residential buildings on Natalie Way, and a special permit for elderly housing at Colony Place with parking and height waivers. The board will also discuss a condition for Rountree Automotive and approve meeting minutes.

• Case #4054: Save the Pine Barrens appeal of Building Commission denial (Jan 31, 2022) for enforcement on Federal Rd, Carver
• Case #4067: R.J. Kelly Co. special permit for more than one non-residential building at 8 & 18 Natalie Way
• Case #4063: Claremont Plymouth LLC special permit for elderly housing at Colony Place, including parking and height waivers
• Case #4059: Rountree Automotive at 299 Cherry Street to satisfy condition no. 9d
• Review and approval of meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for R.J. Kelly Co., Inc. to construct more than one non-residential building on a lot at 8 & 18 Natalie Way, with conditions addressing drainage and fire/engineering requirements. The board also allowed a withdrawal without prejudice for an appeal by Save the Pine Barrens, Inc., and continued a hearing for Claremont Plymouth LLC's elderly housing project to November 16, 2022. Additionally, the board approved satisfaction of a condition for Rountree Automotive LLC's special permit.

• Approved special permit for R.J. Kelly Co., Inc. for multiple non-residential buildings at 8 & 18 Natalie Way (5-0)
• Allowed withdrawal without prejudice of appeal by Save the Pine Barrens, Inc. (4-0)
• Continued hearing for Claremont Plymouth LLC's elderly housing project to November 16, 2022
• Approved satisfaction of Condition #9b for Rountree Automotive LLC's special permit (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The meeting includes reviews for several construction and septic system projects. These include proposals for a garage at 588 Bourne Road and a seawall reconstruction at 60 Robbins Road.

• Garage and driveway construction at 588 Bourne Road
• Septic system updates at 35 Sea View Drive
• New single-family home construction at 10 Crescent Street
• Armored stone seawall reconstruction at 60 Robbins Road
• Septic installation and tree clearing at 81 Elbow Pond Lane

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved six projects, including a seawall reconstruction at 60 Robbins Road, a new home at 10 Crescent Street, and a garage at 588 Bourne Road. All votes were unanimous except for one 5-1 vote on a jurisdictional opinion for a shed at 35 Shoreline Way. The commission also issued a certificate of compliance for 10 Howes Lane and approved minutes from three prior meetings.

• Approved standard Order of Conditions for detached garage at 588 Bourne Road (6-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for septic work at 35 Sea View Drive (6-0)
• Approved standard Order of Conditions for new home at 10 Crescent Street (5-0, Parker recused)
• Approved standard Order of Conditions for seawall reconstruction at 60 Robbins Road (6-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for septic system at 81 Elbow Pond Lane (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 10 Howes Lane (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 9, 23, and 30, 2022 (6-0 each)
• Issued Jurisdictional Opinion for shed at 35 Shoreline Way (5-1)

Harbor Committee

The Plymouth Harbor Committee will discuss waterway regulations, aquaculture, and the Lights Festival. The agenda also includes updates on the small boat mussel fishery and charter boat area requirements.

• Lights Festival
• Aquaculture
• Plymouth Waterway Regulations
• Small Boat Mussel fishery update
• Charter Boat Area Requirements

West Plymouth Steering Committee

The committee voted 2-1 to approve the proposed 193-unit over-55 rental independent living facility by Claremont Companies, but the motion failed because the favorable vote was conditioned on denying the requested height waiver. The developer reduced the building height from 65 to 57 feet but still needs a height waiver; the Planning Board endorsed the plan except for height and parking. Other items discussed included updates on self-storage, a lapsed bank project, beautification efforts, impact fees, and sidewalk projects.

• Motion to approve the over-55 rental project but not the height was denied 2-1 (no favorable vote for either position).
• Minutes of June 22, 2022, were tabled for approval at the next meeting.
• Motion to adjourn was approved 3-0.

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee is reviewing several articles proposed for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting. These proposals include amendments to zoning lot regulations, use tables, and plastic bag ban enforcement. The committee will also discuss a land transfer to the Agricultural Commission.

• Zoning amendment to allow multiple buildings on one lot in specific districts
• Zoning amendment to change certain prohibited uses to allowed or special permit uses
• Proposal to establish a 25 mph speed limit in thickly settled or business districts
• Transfer of parcel 125A on Assessors Map 27 to the Agricultural Commission
• Amendments to the plastic bag ban definitions and enforcement

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent for projects involving coastal bank stabilization and septic upgrades. The agenda also includes requests for Certificates of Compliance for completed work at various locations.

• Notice of Intent for septic system upgrade at 22 South Wind Drive
• Proposed coastal bank stabilization and staircase at 8 Old County Road
• Proposed rock revetment and access stairs at 142 Florence Road
• Proposed rock revetment and access stairs at 79 Willoughby Lane
• Request for Certificate of Compliance for a 1,000-gallon heating oil tank removal at 600 State Road

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved a Notice of Intent for a septic system upgrade within the buffer zone of Wall Pond at 22 South Wind Drive, issuing a standard Order of Conditions unanimously (6-0). The Commission also approved two coastal stabilization projects at 142 Florence Road and 79 Willoughby Lane with special conditions, and issued multiple Certificates of Compliance for prior work. A hearing for coastal bank stabilization at 8 Old County Road was continued to September 13, 2022, pending a response from NHESP.

• Approved septic system upgrade at 22 South Wind Drive with standard Order of Conditions (6-0)
• Approved rock revetment, access stairs, and coastal bank stabilization at 142 Florence Road with special conditions (6-0)
• Approved rock revetment, access stairs, and coastal bank stabilization at 79 Willoughby Lane with special conditions (6-0)
• Continued hearing for coastal bank stabilization at 8 Old County Road to September 13, 2022 (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for pilings and deck at Lot 25 & 26 Western Point Saquish (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for sewage disposal system at Lot 25 & 26 Western Point Saquish (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for removal of heating oil tank at 600 State Road (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for cobble berm and bank stabilization at 31 Ellisville Road (6-0)

Charter Commission

The Commission will continue discussions regarding charter definitions and enforcement language with the Collins Team. Members are scheduled to vote on the number of Town Meeting members per precinct and Select Board composition. Additionally, there is a vote to approve the Charter for OCM publication.

• Vote on number of Town Meeting members per precinct
• Vote on Select Board composition
• Vote on enforcement of the Charter
• Vote to approve Charter for OCM Publication
• Discussion on charter definitions and engagement language

The Plymouth Charter Commission voted unanimously to approve the August 23 draft charter for publication, which will be sent to the Attorney General. Earlier, the commission rejected a motion to reduce Town Meeting members per precinct from 9 to 6 (4-5) and a motion to keep the Select Board at 5 at-large members (2-7). A motion for a 7-member Select Board with 4 at-large and 3 regional seats passed (6-3). The commission also finalized edits to the preamble, Section 3-2-6 (Select Board relations with staff), and an enforcement provision.

• Approved charter draft for publication (9-0)
• Rejected motion to reduce Town Meeting members per precinct from 9 to 6 (4-5)
• Rejected motion to keep Select Board at 5 at-large members (2-7)
• Passed motion for 7-member Select Board with 4 at-large and 3 regional seats (6-3)
• Finalized preamble language with mission statement including 'Rights of Nature'
• Finalized Section 3-2-6 barring Select Board from giving orders to town manager's staff
• Added opening sentence to enforcement provision: 'All persons subject to this charter must respect and comply with all provisions of this charter'
• Agreed to change references from 2 regional Select Board members to 3

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will review a site visit update for the Billington Street Plot. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the potential reorganization of commission members.

• Update and review of Billington Street Plot site visit
• Potential re-organization of Commission members

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes for any prior discussion.

The Plymouth Open Space Committee unanimously approved a refined definition of Open Space, incorporating changes made during the meeting. The committee also approved the minutes of the August 11 meeting with one abstention. Other updates included trail work postponement and planning for a plastic bag ban bylaw presentation.

• Approved minutes of August 11, 2022 meeting (1 abstention)
• Approved new Open Space definition as refined on August 25, 2022 (unanimous)

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing proposed budget adjustments for the General Fund and Enterprise Funds. These recommendations include increasing funds for DPW fuel and police services while reducing expenditures for insurance and debt service. The agenda also includes articles regarding pavement management and storm funding.

• $549,000 increase for DPW fuel costs
• $35,000 increase for Town Clerk postage due to voter registration changes
• $75,000 increase for Police professional services
• $160,000 reduction in member benefits budget
• $383,259 reduction in debt service

The Advisory and Finance Committee voted to recommend Town Meeting approval of several articles, including a supplemental budget adjustment (Article 2A) that includes $75,000 for a police co-response clinician, enterprise fund adjustments (Article 2B), a pavement management stabilization fund transfer of $1,498,012.70 (Article 5), a revolving fund amendment for the Council on Aging meal program (Article 12), and $130,050.19 in nor'easter storm funding (Article 14). All motions carried with near-unanimous support, except Article 2A which passed 10-0-1 with one abstention.

• Recommended Article 2A (supplemental budget adjustments) including $75,000 for police co-response clinician (10-0-1)
• Recommended Article 2B (enterprise fund adjustments) including airport fuel costs (10-0-0)
• Recommended Article 5 (transfer $1,498,012.70 from Free Cash to Pavement Management Stabilization Fund) (10-0-0)
• Recommended Article 12 (amend Council on Aging Meal on Wheels Revolving Fund) (10-0-0)
• Recommended Article 14 ($130,050.19 nor'easter storm funding from Free Cash) (10-0-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review COVID-19 data and discuss fire department services for elderly residents. The meeting also includes planning for the Fall Town Meeting and a discussion on air purifiers for town-owned buildings.

• Variance request for 22 South Wind Dr by J.C. Engineering
• COVID-19 update using data from Plymouth DPH, MA DPH, and CDC
• Discussion of fire department access and services to elderly residents
• Review of air purifiers for town-owned buildings
• Fall Town Meeting planning

The Board of Health voted unanimously to approve a septic variance for 22 South Wind Drive. The board also appointed Dr. Barry Potvin and Karen Keane as representatives to the Public Health Shared Services Grant. Other discussions included a COVID update, fall town meeting logistics, and fire department services for elderly residents.

• Approved minutes from July 27 meeting (4-0-1, Pizarro abstained)
• Approved septic variance at 22 South Wind Dr (5-0)
• Appointed Dr. Potvin and Karen Keane as Plymouth representatives to Public Health Shared Services Grant (5-0)

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission will hold a formal meeting to review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications for changes to historic properties, including signage at Burial Hill and 22 Main St, and exterior painting at 17 South Park Ave. They will also hold informal discussions on signage, painting, and roof materials for other properties, with formal hearings scheduled for September 14. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and old business.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at Burial Hill (Case #22-51)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior painting at 17 South Park Ave (Case #23-03)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 22 Main St (Case #23-06)
• Informal review of signage at 25 Main St (Case #23-04) and painting at 2 Court St Unit B (Case #23-08)
• Informal review of roof material change at 4 Winslow St (Case #23-09) and emergency chimney repair at 26 Leyden St (Case #23-10)

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will hold public hearings on two Town Meeting articles proposing zoning bylaw amendments, and on a request for a shared driveway at 15 Coles Lane. The board will also discuss zoning bylaw amendment priorities and a public comment policy, and review an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Public hearing on B638 – 15 Coles Lane: shared driveway for two-family and single-family dwellings, continuance requested to September 28, 2022
• Public hearing on Town Meeting Article to amend lot regulations for unified complex in AP, MC, HC, and CVED zones
• Public hearing on Town Meeting Article to change zoning use table designations (prohibited/special permit to allowed)
• ZBA 4067 – RJ Kelly Inc., 18 Natalie Way: special permit for more than one non-residential building on lot
• Release of lots A-333 through A-337 and S-267 (Symington Woods) and A-354, A-355 (Bentgrass Mist) by Pinehills LLC

The Planning Board voted 3-2 to reorganize, removing Birgitta Kuehn as chair and electing Tim Grandy as the new chair. The board also recommended approval to Town Meeting of two zoning bylaw amendments: one to expand unified complexes into additional commercial zones, and another to change use designations in several zones. Additionally, the board voted unanimously to recommend approval to the ZBA of a special permit for multiple non-residential buildings at 18 Natalie Way, subject to conditions.

• Reorganized board leadership: Tim Grandy elected Chair, Steve Bolotin Vice Chair, Frank Mand Clerk, Paul McAlduff Clerk Pro-Tem (3-2 vote to reorganize; subsequent votes unanimous).
• Recommended approval to Town Meeting of zoning amendment to expand unified complex to AP, MC, HC, and CVED zones (3-1 vote).
• Recommended approval to Town Meeting of zoning amendment to change use table designations in multiple commercial zones (4-0 vote).
• Recommended approval to ZBA of special permit for RJ Kelly Inc. to allow multiple non-residential buildings at 18 Natalie Way, with conditions (4-0 vote).
• Approved and endorsed lot releases for Pinehills LLC: Symington Woods lots A-333 through A-337 and S-267, and Bentgrass Mist lots A-354 and A-355 (5-0 vote).
• Determined Form A plans A4836 and A4837 (Colony Place subdivisions) entitled to endorsement (5-0 vote).
• Continued public hearing for B638 (15 Coles Lane shared driveway) to September 28, 2022 (4-0 vote).
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 with revisions (4-0-1 vote, McAlduff abstaining).

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission is reviewing several proposals regarding land use and coastal management. Items include requests for construction on 271 acres, commercial development at Armstrong Road, and beach nourishment on Taylor Avenue. The commission will also review certificates of compliance and a seawall extension request.

• Construction of cranberry bogs and canals on 271 acres near Tihonet and Federal Roads
• Site clearing for commercial/industrial development at 99 Armstrong Road
• Repairing a coastal bank and beach access stairs at 126 Bay Shore Drive
• Razing an existing dwelling to build a new 1,145-square-foot house at 25 Knight’s Point Road
• Moving washed-up sand back to the beach on Taylor Avenue

The Plymouth Conservation Commission voted unanimously to close public hearings and issue standard Orders of Conditions for two projects: site clearing at 99 Armstrong Road and coastal bank repair at 126 Bay Shore Drive. They also issued a Negative Determination of Applicability for a cranberry bog construction project off Tihonet Road. A motion to create a Conservation Commission Facebook page failed on a 3-3 tie vote.

• Approved standard Order of Conditions for 99 Armstrong Road site clearing (6-0)
• Approved standard Order of Conditions for 126 Bay Shore Drive coastal bank repair (6-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for cranberry bog project off Tihonet Road (6-0)
• Denied motion to create Conservation Commission Facebook page (3-3 tie)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for septic system at 119G Taylor Avenue (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for cottage reconstruction at 119G Taylor Avenue (6-0)
• Approved two-year extension for seawall reconstruction at 5 Barnes Lane (6-0)
• Approved Jurisdictional Opinion for agriculture project (6-0)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is continuing discussions of Chapters 4 through 7 with the Collins Team. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a period for public comment.

• Discussion of Chapters 4 through 7 with Collins Team
• Deadline to file preliminary report on September 16

The Plymouth Charter Commission held a working meeting to review the latest draft of the proposed town charter, making numerous minor wording changes but deferring three major unresolved items: the number of town meeting members per precinct, the composition of the Select Board, and the charter enforcement provision. No final votes were taken on any substantive policy decisions; the meeting was primarily a line-by-line review of edits.

• Consensus to add 'special' to describe the third non-mandatory town meeting in Section 2-4-1
• Consensus to replace 'January' with 'special' in the last line of Section 2-4-1
• Consensus to add 'Vice Chairperson' to the list of officers in Section 2-6-4
• Consensus to add words 'elected and appointed' to Section 2-9-1 on compulsory attendance
• Consensus to strike out the phrase 'not just as an occasional process or activity' from Section 7-1-1
• Decided to add requirement for a signed written complaint in Section 8-5-2 A
• Deferred decision on number of town meeting members per precinct pending full commission
• Deferred decision on Select Board composition pending full commission

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will continue discussions regarding the town charter with the Collins Team. The meeting includes votes to accept Chapters 1, 2, and 3 of the draft charter. Members will also review conflict-of-interest provisions and enforcement provisions.

• Vote on conflict-of-interest provisions in Collins #10 Memo
• Vote to accept Chapters 1 and 2
• Vote to accept Chapter 3 regarding Select Board, Town Manager, and Planning
• Review of Appointments Advisory Board section
• Review of Charter Enforcement Provision (Section 7-5-2)

The Plymouth Charter Commission conducted a page-by-page review of the draft charter dated August 22, 2022, making several text changes and discussing key provisions. A vote on whether complaints about charter violations should be forwarded to the Town Manager and Select Board or end with the Town Clerk was deferred to the August 29 meeting. The Commission also approved minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved minutes of August 8, 2022, as corrected (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 (majority vote, one abstention)
• Changed number of reports from Warrant Article Oversight Committee from 3 to 2 (180 and 300 days after Town Meeting)
• Changed affirmative vote requirement from 4 to 5 members in Sections 3-4-1 and 3-4-3
• Added phrase 'including the Rights of Nature' to Preamble
• Changed 45 days to 14 days in Section 2-6-4 and added Vice-Chair after Chairperson
• Added 'chairpersons of elected and appointed boards' to Section 2-9-1
• Deferred vote on complaint distribution (Town Clerk vs. Town Manager and Select Board) to August 29

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee approved three applications: $900,000 for the Darby Pond well at Camp Norse, $24,400 for the Stephens Field Estuary, and $3.6 million for Spire Center steeple and exterior restoration. The Pilgrim Hall application was tabled pending answers on CPA fund eligibility and grant status. Invoices for Stephens Field lighting and stormwater design were also approved.

• Approved $900,000 for Darby Pond well/Camp Norse (unanimous)
• Approved $24,400 for Stephens Field Estuary (unanimous)
• Approved $3.6 million for Spire Center steeple and exterior restoration (unanimous)
• Tabled Pilgrim Hall application pending responses on CPA fund use and grants (unanimous)
• Approved $5,500 invoice for Stephens Field lighting repairs
• Approved $1,416.25 invoice for Stephens Field stormwater design

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss several informal requests for Certificates of Appropriateness, including exterior painting and renovations, as well as demolition delay cases. The agenda includes both informal discussions and initial determinations on demolition delays, with formal hearings scheduled for some items.

• 17 South Park Ave: informal review for exterior painting, formal hearing 8/24/22
• 8 Carver St: informal review for exterior renovations, formal hearing date TBD
• 17 Victoria Ave: demolition delay discussion, site visit held 8/9/22
• 23 Federal Furnace Rd: initial determination on demolition delay
• 21 Leyden St: informal certificate of non-applicability for car accident damage repair

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

This meeting of the Plymouth, MA Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Plymouth Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee approved a letter to the Planning Board and Board of Appeals, and voted to support reinstating the town's plastic bag ban. The committee also discussed greenhouse gas emission sectors and received updates on climate initiatives.

• Approved letter to Planning Board and Board of Appeals regarding meeting acceptable standards (5-0).
• Voted to add CANZ to list of supporters for reinstating Plymouth's plastic bag ban (5-0).

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from June and July 2022. The committee will also consider a reserve fund transfer request for the Town Clerk's Office and address an unpaid bill.

• Reserve Fund Transfer Request: Town Clerks Office
• Unpaid Bill: Image Technology Specialist ($47.29)
• Approval of June 15, 2022, and July 13, 2022, meeting minutes

The Advisory and Finance Committee approved a $20,300 Reserve Fund Transfer for the Town Clerk to purchase 12 additional poll pad iPads for the 18 precincts. The request was deemed unforeseen and extraordinary due to the recent increase in precincts and the new clerk's inability to include it in the FY23 budget. The committee also postponed a vote on an unpaid bill from 2021 pending vendor confirmation.

• Approved $20,300 Reserve Fund Transfer for poll pad iPads (9-0)
• Postponed vote on Article 3 (unpaid bills) pending vendor confirmation (9-0)
• Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-5, with 5 abstentions)
• Approved July 13, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on August 17, 2022, to consider three special permit applications. These include a continuation for an automotive sales and service station, a modification to expand a self-storage facility, and a proposed elderly housing development that will be readvertised to September 7. The board will also review meeting minutes from August 3.

• Case #4059 Rountree Automotive LLC, 299 Cherry Street: special permits for auto sales/service station, parking for 200+ vehicles, reduced natural state, modified parking dimensions, and screening relief
• Case #4066 Castle Self Storage Inc., 20 Pilgrim Hill Rd: modification of special permit to expand storage use
• Case #4063 Claremont Plymouth LLC, Colony Place: elderly housing special permit with requests for waivers on inclusionary housing, building count, vegetation/topography preservation, parking, height (over 35 ft), and setbacks
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from August 3, 2022

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved two special permit requests. Rountree Automotive LLC received permits to build a vehicle dealership with a 12-bay service station at 299 Cherry Street, including modifications to parking, screening, and aquifer protection district requirements. Castle Self Storage Inc. was granted a modification to expand its self-storage use to the entire building at 20 Pilgrim Hill Road.

• Approved special permits for Rountree Automotive LLC for auto sales and service station at 299 Cherry Street (5-0)
• Approved modification of special permit for Castle Self Storage Inc. to expand storage use at 20 Pilgrim Hill Road (5-0)
• Tabled Case #4063 Claremont Plymouth LLC to September 7, 2022 for revised zoning denial

Conservation Commission

The Commission will consider partially or fully rescinding the April 26, 2022 Rules and Regulations revisions. The agenda also includes mail onsite inspections and the approval of minutes and orders.

• Rescission of the April 26, 2022 Rules & Regulation - Revisions
• Mail onsite inspections
• Approval of minutes and orders

The Plymouth Conservation Commission voted 5-2 to rescind the Rules & Regulations adopted on April 26, 2022, effective 30 days from the meeting (September 16, 2022). The decision followed a public hearing where residents and stakeholders commented on the rules. Commissioners Ann Burnham and Karen Edwards voted against the rescission.

• Rescinded April 26, 2022 Rules & Regulations effective September 16, 2022 (5-2)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:27 pm (7-0)

Charter Commission

The Commission will vote on conflict-of-interest provisions and the acceptance of Chapters 1 and 2. Members will also review Chapter 3 and discuss new sections regarding communications and appointments.

• Roll-call vote on conflict-of-interest provisions (Collins #10 Memo)
• Vote to accept Chapters 1 and 2
• Review of Chapter 3 Draft Charter (Select Board, Town Manager and Planning)
• Discussion of new Communications and Engagement chapter
• Review of Appointments Advisory Board section

The Plymouth Charter Commission voted 7-1 to accept Chapters 1 and 2 of the draft charter, with some highlighted areas still to be addressed. A motion to reduce precinct members from 9 to 6 failed in a 4-4 tie. The commission also made several consensus decisions on charter language, including removing a master's degree requirement for the DPW Director and deleting the Director of Data Processing position.

• Accepted Chapters 1 and 2 of draft charter (7-1)
• Motion to reduce precinct members from 9 to 6 failed (4-4)
• Removed language requiring separate votes by department in budget presentation (consensus)
• Eliminated reference to master's degree for DPW Director (consensus)
• Deleted Director of Data Processing position (consensus)
• Added 'especially fitted by education, training, and experience' language to all directors (consensus)
• Deleted Development and Industrial Commission from charter (consensus)
• Approved new conflict of interest provision for town meeting members (7-2)

Plymouth for All Committee

The Plymouth No Place For Hate Committee approved the June 9, 2022 minutes as amended, accepted the treasurer's report, and elected new officers for the upcoming term. They discussed and agreed to participate in the Laramie Project production at Plymouth South, with a subcommittee to develop the committee's involvement. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were reports or discussions.

• Approved June 9, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted treasurer's report showing $1,650.46 balance after citizenship awards (unanimous)
• Elected officers: Vedna H. Chair, Sarah S. Vice Chair, Ken D. Secretary, Betsy C. Treasurer, Michelle B. Parliamentarian (unanimous)
• Agreed to have Fall Events Subcommittee develop involvement in Laramie Project at Plymouth South

Charter Commission

The Commission will vote to accept Chapter 3, which covers the Select Board, Town Manager, and Planning. Members will also continue discussions on term limits, elections, and town boards. The meeting begins reviews of Chapters 6 and 7.

• Vote to accept Chapter 3 (Select Board, Town Manager, and Planning)
• Discussion of term limits
• Discussion of Chapter 4 (Elected Town Boards and Officers) and Chapter 5 (Elections)
• Beginning discussions of Chapter 6 and Chapter 7

The Plymouth Charter Commission reviewed and reached consensus on several charter revisions, including new conflict-of-interest language for Town Meeting members and a shortened charter-violation complaint period from four months to two months. The Commission also agreed not to pursue a Licensing Board at this time and approved a language change to the Open Space Committee section. No final votes were taken on the full charter; further discussion is scheduled.

• Approved new conflict-of-interest provision 2-11-1 as written (consensus)
• Agreed to shorten charter-violation complaint filing period from 4 months to 2 months (consensus)
• Decided not to pursue a Licensing Board at this time (consensus)
• Approved language change to Open Space Committee section (consensus)
• Agreed to hold separate votes on Conflict of Interest and other chapters (consensus)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review recent COVID-19 data from local, state, and federal agencies. The meeting also includes discussions regarding radon mapping and PFA testing for private wells.

• COVID-19 data update from Plymouth DPH, MA DPH, and CDC
• PHE Shared Services Grant update
• Radon map and testing discussion
• Announcement regarding PFA testing of private wells
• Review of Plymouth County Health Rankings

The Plymouth Board of Health voted unanimously to approve the minutes from July 13, 2022. They discussed COVID-19 vaccination rates for children under 5 and explored using ARPA funds for air purifiers in town buildings. The board also reviewed updates on the PHE Shared Services Grant, Plymouth County health rankings, radon testing, and state mental health legislation.

• Approved minutes from July 13, 2022 (4-0)

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will meet to review subdivision plans, hold a public hearing on a proposed 14-lot residential development at Redbrook, and discuss zoning bylaw amendments and other items. The meeting is conducted both in-person and remotely.

• Public hearing on B543 – ADM/Redbrook, Use Area 6, Phase 4, Wareham Road: create 14 residential lots plus two additional lots, street name approval 'Meadowbrook Drive'
• ZBA 4066 – Castle Self Storage, 20 Pilgrim Hill Rd: modification of Special Permit #4008 to expand storage use
• ZBA 4063 – Claremont Plymouth LLC, off Colony Place: special permit for elderly housing, inclusionary housing, and multiple waivers
• Form A plans: lot line adjustments and divisions for properties on Greenside Way North, Bourne Road, Aero Park Drive, Bumpus Road, and Bentgrass Mist
• Discussions on 46 Sandwich Road VOSD, zoning bylaw amendments, and public comment policy

Conservation Commission

This agenda contains only procedural items: the agenda itself and meeting materials. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

The Plymouth Conservation Commission voted unanimously to issue a Negative Determination of Applicability for a new potable water well at 1423 Old Sandwich Road, meaning the project does not require further review. The Commission also approved several Notices of Intent, including vegetation removal at 66A Warren Avenue and repairs at 26 Dunham Road, and continued a hearing for beach nourishment on Taylor Avenue. A jurisdictional opinion for an oyster farm in Duxbury Bay was approved with a 5-2 vote.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for new water well at 1423 Old Sandwich Road (7-0)
• Closed public hearing and approved Notice of Intent for non-native vegetation removal at 66A Warren Avenue (7-0)
• Approved waiver request and issued standard Order of Conditions for repairs at 26 Dunham Road (6-0)
• Continued hearing for Taylor Avenue beach nourishment to August 23, 2022 (6-0)
• Closed public hearing and issued standard Order of Conditions for septic upgrade at 91B Taylor Avenue (5-0, Parker abstained)
• Approved jurisdictional opinion for oyster farm in Duxbury Bay (5-2)
• Approved emergency septic repair for Pilgrim Sands Hotel (6-0)
• Approved administrative review for changes at 188 Warren Avenue (6-0)

Charter Commission

The scheduled meeting for August 9, 2022, was cancelled. The next meeting was set for Wednesday, August 10, 2022.

• Cancellation of the August 9, 2022, meeting
• Scheduled vote to accept Chapters 1 and 2
• Scheduled discussion regarding term limits

Charter Commission

The Commission is conducting a final review of Chapters 1 and 2, including provisions for conflict of interest and charter enforcement. The meeting also includes concluding discussions on Chapter 3 and beginning discussions on Chapters 4 and 5.

• Vote to accept Chapters 1 & 2 (Conflict of Interest and Charter Enforcement)
• Conclusion of Chapter 3 (Select Board, Town Manager and Planning)
• Discussion regarding term limits
• Commencement of discussion on Chapters 4 & 5 (Elected Town Boards and Officers & Elections)

The Plymouth Charter Commission voted to delete Section 2-11-1 from the draft charter, which specifically referenced town employees in the conflict-of-interest provision, and to amend Section 2-11-2 to apply to all town meeting members. The commission also voted to remove the phrase "CANDIDATE FOR RE-ELECTION" from the ballot and rejected a motion to establish term limits for the Planning Board. A consensus vote supported creating an appointment/screening committee to assist with board and committee appointments.

• Removed Section 2-11-1 and amended 2-11-2 to include all town meeting members (6-3)
• Removed 'CANDIDATE FOR RE-ELECTION' from ballot (6-3)
• Rejected term limits for Planning Board (3-6)
• Approved creation of appointment/screening committee (consensus, 6-3)
• Approved minutes of July 18, 2022 (unanimous)

Agricultural Commission

The meeting includes updates regarding the Billington Street Plot and indoor vertical farming. Members will also discuss a potential reorganization of Commission members.

• Billington Street Plot update
• Indoor Vertical Farming update
• Potential reorganization of Commission Members

Community Preservation Committee

The Plymouth Community Preservation Committee met on August 4, 2022, and discussed several ongoing projects, including the Darby Pond Town well/Camp Norse application and the Safe Harbors/Plymouth Marina façade preservation. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting; it was primarily informational and procedural.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at the meeting

Harbor Committee

The Harbor Committee approved an inner harbor mussel permit for Jim Reynolds with conditions on boat size and area, to be collaborated on by Reynolds and Harbormaster Chad Hunter. The committee also unanimously approved a letter recommending that upweller licenses run concurrently with town oyster lease licenses. A discussion on boat transient services to increase harbor accessibility was held but no decision was made.

• Approved inner harbor mussel permit for Jim Reynolds with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved motion to send letter of recommendation to SelectBoard for upweller licenses to run concurrently with town oyster lease licenses (unanimous)
• Approved May minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Sawmill Development Corporation to modify conditions of a permit for a development off Kathleen Drive, including reducing the required affordable housing percentage from 30% to 25%. The board will also consider a special permit for a storage building at 359 Lunn's Way and discuss informal business items, including a payment-in-lieu request for affordable housing. The meeting includes review of previous minutes and may address other topics.

• Case #3284: Sawmill Development Corp. requests to reduce affordable units from 30% to 25% and adjust occupancy permit ratios (Map 76, Lots 4-6, off Kathleen Dr.)
• Case #4065: William and Elizabeth Smith seek special permit to waive side setback for detached storage building at 359 Lunn's Way
• Case #3439R: Sheridan Home Builders requests minor modification to pay in lieu of building onsite affordable units at 2290 State Rd (Ocean Walk)
• Case #4055: William Monahan and Jane Maguire request to satisfy Condition No. 2 at 50 Emerson Rd
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from July 20, 2022

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals continued Case #3284, a request by Sawmill Development Corp. to reduce affordable housing requirements, to September 21, 2022, after board members expressed concerns about the proposed payment-in-lieu amount. The board also approved a minor modification allowing payment-in-lieu for Case #3439R, approved satisfaction of Condition No. 2 for Case #4055, and allowed Case #4065 to be withdrawn without prejudice.

• Continued Case #3284 (Sawmill Development) to Sept. 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved payment-in-lieu modification for Case #3439R (5-0)
• Approved satisfaction of Condition No. 2 for Case #4055 (5-0)
• Withdrew Case #4065 without prejudice (5-0)

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

This meeting has no published agenda; only minutes are referenced for review. No decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

The Plymouth Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Advisory Committee met on August 3, 2022, and discussed early steps toward creating a Climate Action Plan, including sector designation and a greenhouse gas emissions inventory. The committee voted to have Sustainability Coordinator Mark Reil draft a template letter for responding to advisory opinion requests on local climate issues. No final decisions on the plan itself were made; the meeting was largely organizational and procedural.

• Passed motion for Mark Reil to draft a letter template for advisory opinions on climate issues
• Agreed to continue meetings every other Wednesday at 6:30 PM EST
• Adjourned at 8:35 PM EST

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee met via Zoom and handled administrative matters. They voted to spend up to $8,000 from administrative funds to study whether the Marina can be saved, despite no formal application being submitted. Other applications for Spire Theater, Darby Pond, Stephens Field estuary, and Pilgrim Hall roof were distributed for discussion and voting at the next meeting.

• Approved up to $8,000 from administrative funds to study Marina preservation (motion passed)
• Distributed applications for Spire Theater, Darby Pond, Stephens Field estuary, and Pilgrim Hall roof for future discussion

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The committee is not deciding or discussing any listed items; residents are directed to review the minutes for prior business.

• No agenda items listed

The Plymouth Open Space Committee voted to express no interest in acquiring a 0.15-acre tax title property near Buzzards Bay off Ash Street, allowing a neighbor to pursue it at auction. The committee also approved the July 14 minutes with one abstention and tabled a request to refine the definition of Open Space until the August 11 meeting. Updates were given on trail work, the plastic bag ban bylaw amendment, and a potential pollinator field project.

• Approved July 14, 2022 minutes (1 abstention)
• Voted no interest in tax title property Map 130, lot 2-B97 (approved)
• Tabled Open Space definition refinement until August 11 meeting

Affordable Housing Trust

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust will review a proposal from Counselors of Real Estate. The meeting also includes a financial report and approval of the June 15, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Counselors of Real Estate proposal
• Approval of June 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Financial report review
• Future meeting schedule updates

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust met on July 27, 2022, and approved the minutes from the June 15, 2022 meeting. The board discussed a potential paid study on COVID-19's housing impacts, financial status, and various housing initiatives, but no substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved meeting minutes for 6/15/2022 (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several certificate requests, including signage at Burial Hill, a London-style phone booth at Shelly's Tea Room, and a repair certificate for a car accident at 21 Leyden St. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes and reorganization.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at Burial Hill (Cemetery Dept., Case #22-51, informal)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for London Style Phone Booth at 51 Court St (Shelly's Tea Room, Case #22-45, formal, continued from July 13)
• Certificate of Non-applicability for car accident damage repair at 21 Leyden St (Twenty-One Leyden Realty Trust, Case #23-05, informal)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission is meeting to receive an update regarding indoor vertical farming. The agenda also includes public comment and other old or new business.

• Indoor Vertical Farming (Update)

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission voted 4-0 to move a Town-owned parcel off Billington Street (Parcel ID: 027-000-125A-000) to Town Meeting for potential agricultural use, including a community garden. The commission also discussed updates on the OPCOM vertical farming unit, pollinator habitat talks with St. Bonaventure Church, and a possible community garden on Tax Title property in West Plymouth, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Voted 4-0 to move Billington Street parcel to Town Meeting for agricultural use
• Noted OPCOM vertical farming unit ordered July 25, 2022; delivery expected in 2-3 weeks
• Discussed potential harvest distribution with South Shore Community Action Council
• Heard preliminary pollinator habitat discussion with St. Bonaventure Church
• Discussed community garden interest on Tax Title parcel in West Plymouth

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider a variance request for 54 Haskell Road. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19, air pollution, and PFA contamination in drinking water.

• Variance request for 54 Haskell Road
• COVID-19 data update from local and state agencies
• Air pollution and health recommendations
• Review of survey data regarding PFA contamination in drinking water

The Plymouth Board of Health approved a septic variance for 54 Haskell Rd, and approved minutes from prior meetings. The board also discussed COVID updates, remote meeting legislation, air purifiers, and PFAS survey data, but took no formal action on these topics.

• Approved minutes from 5/25 and 6/8 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 6/22 (3-0-1, Potvin abstained)
• Approved septic variance for 54 Haskell Rd (4-0)

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board is meeting to continue a hearing on special permits for Roundtree Automotive LLC at 299 Cherry Street, including for automotive sales and service, parking for over 200 vehicles, and modifications to parking and screening. The board will also discuss its public comment policy and handle routine items like minutes and plan approvals.

• ZBA 4059 – Roundtree Automotive LLC, 299 Cherry Street, Map 102, Lot 11-11 (cont. from 5/18): special permits for automotive sales/service station, parking for 200+ vehicles, retaining less than 30% natural state, modifying off-street parking, 9'x18' parking spaces, screening modifications
• Partial Release of Covenant – Map 102, Lot 11-11, Cherry Street
• Discussion: Public Comment Policy

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will consider requests for new septic systems at 15 President’s Lane and 54 Haskell Road. The agenda includes a Notice of Intent for structural changes near a coastal bank on Taylor Avenue. Members will also discuss an amended order for Saquish Beach and a dam rehabilitation extension.

• Septic system replacement at 15 President’s Lane
• Septic system replacement at 54 Haskell Road
• Notice of Intent for garage addition and driveway enlargement at 91B Taylor Avenue
• Amended order for Saquish Beach Lots B-85 and B-205
• Extension request for Sawmill Pond Dam rehabilitation off Bourne Road

The Plymouth Conservation Commission voted unanimously to issue Negative Determinations of Applicability for new septic systems at 15 President's Lane and 54 Haskell Road, meaning the projects do not require further review. The commission also continued a hearing for a garage addition at 91B Taylor Avenue, closed a hearing for a composting toilet system replacement at Saquish Beach with special conditions, approved a Certificate of Compliance for 163 Manomet Avenue, and granted a one-year extension for the Sawmill Pond Dam rehabilitation project.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for new septic system at 15 President's Lane (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for new septic system at 54 Haskell Road (5-0)
• Continued hearing for garage addition at 91B Taylor Avenue to August 9, 2022 (4-0, Parker recused)
• Closed hearing and issued Order of Conditions with special conditions for Saquish Beach septic replacement (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for septic system at 163 Manomet Avenue (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension for Sawmill Pond Dam rehabilitation project (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Closed hearing for garage construction at 668 Bourne Road (5-0)

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a request to continue a shared driveway proposal, and will consider special permits for a storage building, an elderly housing development, and a site plan review for a boat club expansion. The meeting will be conducted remotely with in-person options.

• Public hearing on B638 – 15 Coles Lane: shared driveway for two-family and single-family dwellings; request to continue to August 24, 2022
• ZBA 4065 – 369 Lunns Way: special permit to waive side setback for detached storage building
• ZBA 4063 – Off Colony Place: special permit for elderly housing, inclusionary housing, and multiple waivers (height, parking, setbacks, APOD)
• Site Plan Review – 20 Cantor Court: expansion of building, parking, and storage yard for Freedom Boat Club

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider several special permit requests, including a marijuana establishment, a four-story self-storage facility, and an elderly housing development. The board will also review a request to withdraw a case and discuss informal business regarding a cell tower height increase.

• Case #4045: Special permit for marijuana establishment at 27 Robert J Way, Units 1 and 2 (Two Seven Plymouth Inc.)
• Case #4050: Special permit to waive height, parking, and retaining wall requirements for a 4-story self-storage facility at 27 West Cherry Street (Macritchie Storage Ventures, LLC)
• Case #4063: Special permit for elderly housing at Colony Place, including waivers for height, parking, and landscaping (Claremont Plymouth LLC) - continued to 8/17/22
• Case #4064: Request to withdraw without prejudice for 5 Resnik Rd (WMG Plymouth Owners LLC)
• Informal: Increase height of existing cell phone tower at 444 Long Pond Rd (Long Pond Golf Corp)

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for Two Seven Plymouth Inc. to operate a marijuana establishment at 27 Robert J Way, Units 1 and 2, with conditions including providing existing condition and as-built plans. The board also approved a special permit for a four-story self-storage facility at 27 West Cherry Street (4-0), continued a case for elderly housing at Colony Place to August 17, 2022, allowed a withdrawal without prejudice for 5 Resnik Rd, and approved a cell tower height increase to 160 feet for Long Pond Golf Corp. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved special permit for marijuana establishment at 27 Robert J Way (5-0)
• Approved special permit for self-storage facility at 27 West Cherry Street (4-0)
• Continued Case #4063 (elderly housing at Colony Place) to August 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Allowed Case #4064 (5 Resnik Rd) to withdraw without prejudice (5-0)
• Approved cell tower height increase to 160' for Long Pond Golf Corp (5-0)
• Reorganized FY2023 officers: Main as Chair, Peck as Vice Chair, Conroy as Clerk (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved a Notice of Intent for maintenance and reconstruction of a stone seawall and revetment at 28 Warren Avenue, with conditions including erosion control, a DEP number before work begins, plant survival monitoring, and revised plans for stair storage. The commission also approved a garage construction at 668 Bourne Road, issued a negative determination for a septic system at 32 Central Avenue, and approved a project at 179 Herring Pond Road pending a waiver request and living wall implementation.

• Approved waiver request for 28 Warren Avenue seawall project (5-0)
• Approved 28 Warren Avenue project with conditions (5-0)
• Approved 668 Bourne Road garage construction with DEP number condition (4-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 32 Central Avenue septic system (4-0)
• Approved 179 Herring Pond Road project pending waiver and living wall (4-0)
• Approved July 12, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Charter Commission

The Commission will continue discussions on Chapter 3 regarding the Executive Branch, including the Select Board, Town Manager, and Planning Board. The meeting also begins discussions on Chapter 4 concerning elected town boards and officers. Additionally, the commission will review the Master Draft Charter and approve minutes from July 11, 2022.

• Discussion of Chapter 3: The Executive Branch
• Review of Master Draft Charter
• Beginning discussion of Chapter 4: Elected Town Boards and Officers
• Approval of July 11, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission voted 6-3 to set the Select Board at 7 members, with 5 elected at-large and 2 representing regional districts. A motion to reconsider this decision failed 3-6. The Commission also unanimously approved one Planning Board alternate with full voting rights when needed, and discussed but did not finalize other charter provisions.

• Approved 7 Select Board members, 5 at-large and 2 regional (6-3)
• Rejected motion to reconsider the 5 at-large/2 regional vote (3-6)
• Approved one Planning Board alternate with full voting rights when needed (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 11, 2022 with corrections (unanimous)
• No change to Select Board vacancy process (consensus, no motion)
• Tabled discussion on conflict of interest section 2-11-1

Airport Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note that no agenda is available, directing readers to review the minutes. This is procedural boilerplate with no decisions or discussions to report.

• No agenda available for this meeting

The Plymouth Airport Commission unanimously approved a motion to move forward in principle with Donald Staszko's proposal to build two hangars with a ramp between them, pending resolution of logistical issues. The Commission also unanimously approved a new sewer rate structure for airport users, effective July 28, 2022. Additionally, they voted to seek counsel advice on remaining items regarding the airport restaurant. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or procedural.

• Approved motion to move forward in principle with Staszko's two-hangar proposal (7-0)
• Approved new sewer rate structure for airport users, effective July 28 (7-0)
• Approved motion to seek counsel advice on airport restaurant items (7-0)
• Reappointed Ken Fosdick as Chairman and Doug Crociati as Vice Chairman for one year (7-0)
• Approved minutes of June 2, 2022 (7-0)

Cedarville Steering Committee

The Cedarville Steering Committee met and unanimously elected Gervaise Hooker as Chairwoman, Victor Hansen as Vice Chair, and Jodie Burkett as Secretary. The committee discussed the Cedarville Masterplan, with Katherine Holmes assigned to officiate the plan. No substantive decisions were made beyond the officer elections.

• Elected Gervaise Hooker as Chairwoman (unanimous)
• Elected Victor Hansen as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Jodie Burkett as Secretary (unanimous)
• Assigned Katherine Holmes to officiate the Cedarville Masterplan

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission will hold a meeting to review several demolition delay requests and formal applications for Certificates of Appropriateness, primarily for signage. The agenda includes initial determinations for two demolition delays, a formal request for a London-style phone booth, and multiple signage applications. The meeting will also cover routine items like minutes and old business.

• Demolition delay initial determination for 46 Gunning Point Rd
• Demolition delay initial determination for 17 Victoria Ave
• Certificate of Appropriateness for London-style phone booth at Shelly's Tea Room, 51 Court St (Case #22-45)
• Signage applications for 114 Water St and 75 Court St (Cases #22-46, #22-47)
• Continued demolition delay and informal chimney replacement at 8 Chilton St (Case #22-48)

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will conduct a re-organization and introduce new members. The agenda also includes a debrief of Spring and Summer Town Meetings and an end of year reserve fund transfer request.

• Re-organization of the Advisory & Finance Committee
• End of Year Reserve Fund Transfer Request
• Debrief of Spring & Summer Town Meetings
• Introduction of new members

The Advisory and Finance Committee reorganized its leadership, re-electing Kevin Canty as Chairman and selecting Ashley Shaw as 1st Vice Chair over Robert Zupperoli. The committee also approved an end-of-year reserve fund transfer for the Snow & Ice account. Discussions covered Town Meeting debriefs and future meeting logistics.

• Re-elected Kevin Canty as Chairman (13-0)
• Elected Ashley Shaw as 1st Vice Chair (9-5 over Zupperoli)
• Elected Robert Zupperoli as 2nd Vice Chair (7-5 over Butler)
• Approved EOY Reserve Fund Transfer for Snow & Ice (13-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss COVID-19 updates, food insecurity assistance, and the health risks associated with microplastics and PFA's. The meeting also includes board reorganization and procedures for conducting in-person meetings.

• Board of Health Reorganization
• COVID update regarding BA.4 and BA.5 variants
• Discussion on single use plastic regulation and micro plastics
• Discussion on PFA's sources and health risks
• Chairperson's announcement regarding EPA Letter to Holtec

The Plymouth Board of Health voted to reorganize, appointing Barry Potvin as Chair and Teri Reid as Vice Chair. The board also voted to make Lorenzo Pizarro a full member and Deb Zona the alternate member. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included informational updates on COVID, food insecurity, plastics, PFAS, and other topics.

• Appointed Lorenzo Pizarro as full member and Deb Zona as alternate member (4-0)
• Re-elected Barry Potvin as Chairperson (3-0-2, Potvin and Golden abstained)
• Elected Teri Reid as Vice Chairperson (4-0-1, Reid abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several proposals for construction and maintenance near wetlands, including projects at 13 Oar & Line Road and 24 Arrowhead Road. The agenda also includes a request for porch reconstruction at 29 Pond Avenue and septic system replacement at 1508 State Road. Additionally, the commission will discuss Herring Pond violations and committee representation.

• Notice of Intent for an addition and walkway at 13 Oar & Line Road near Little Long Pond
• Request for Determination of Applicability for porch reconstruction at 29 Pond Avenue
• Amended Order of Conditions for maintenance at 93 West Long Pond Road
• Notice of Intent to replace a septic system at 1508 State Road
• Notice of Intent for an addition and seasonal dock at 24 Arrowhead Road

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved standard orders of conditions for four projects and a negative determination for one, all within wetland buffer zones. It also re-elected Randy Parker as chair and Ann Burnham as vice-chair, and re-appointed Brian Harrington to the Open Space Committee.

• Re-elected Randy Parker as chair (4-3)
• Re-elected Ann Burnham as vice-chair (6-0)
• Issued standard order of conditions for 13 Oar & Line Road addition (7-0)
• Issued negative determination for 29 Pond Avenue porch reconstruction (6-0)
• Issued order of conditions for 93 West Long Pond Road improvements (7-0)
• Issued order of conditions for 1508 State Road septic replacement (7-0)
• Approved waiver and issued order of conditions for 24 Arrowhead Road addition/dock (7-0)
• Re-appointed Brian Harrington to Open Space Committee (7-0)

Charter Commission

The Commission will discuss Chapter 3 regarding the Executive Branch, including the Select Board, Town Manager, and Planning Board. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Master Plan Task Force Chair and approval of June minutes.

• Discussion of Chapter 3: The Executive Branch
• Review of Master Draft Charter
• Presentation by Steve Bolotin, Chair of the Master Plan Task Force
• Approval of June 23 and June 27, 2022 meeting minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission voted 8-1 to keep the Planning Board at 5 voting members, with 2 alternates empowered with full voting privileges, pending a legal opinion on whether alternates can serve as full voting members. The Commission also discussed proposed charter language to require Master Plan compliance and strengthen the Master Plan Task Force, but took no final action on those items. Minutes from June 23 and June 27 were approved unanimously.

• Approved motion to keep Planning Board at 5 voting members with 2 alternates with full voting privileges (8-1, Betsy Hall opposed)
• Approved minutes of June 23 and June 27, 2022 (unanimous)
• Discussed proposed charter section 3-13-3 on Master Plan compliance (no vote)
• Discussed proposed change to 3-14-7 to require a Master Plan Task Force (no vote)

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will hold a remote and in-person meeting to review a special permit application for elderly housing at Off Colony Place and a site plan review for an expansion of the Freedom Boat Club at 20 Cantor Court. The board will also discuss the definition of open space with the Open Space Committee and consider a bond release for Ship Pond Estates.

• Special permit for Claremont Plymouth LLC elderly housing at Off Colony Place, Map 104, Lots 26-40 and 26-41, including waivers for height, setbacks, parking, and aquifer protection
• Site plan review for M & M Cantor Court LLC expansion of building, parking, and storage yard at 20 Cantor Court for Freedom Boat Club
• Release of lots 37-93, 37-94, and 37-95 and bond release for Ship Pond Estates
• Discussion on definition of open space with Open Space Committee

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with administrative items including minutes, covenant releases, and Form A plan approvals. The main discussion will cover Town Meeting zoning amendments, the Select Board's goal to increase the commercial tax base, impact fees, the site plan review process, transportation demand management, and challenges related to rural residential zoning.

• Release of Lots A-341, A-342, A-343 for Pinehills LLC, Bentgrass Mist (Covenant B437)
• Form A Plan A4828: Pinehills LLC, Outlook East, Map 78C, Lot A-345 – divide into Lots A-350, A-351, A-352
• Form A Plan A4829: JBR Enterprises Inc., 14 Water Street, Map 20, Lot 113 – divide into Lots 113-1 and 113-2
• Discussion: Town Meeting/Zoning Amendments
• Discussion: Select Board Goal to Increase Commercial Tax Base, Impact Fees, Site Plan Review, Transportation Demand Management

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several Notices of Intent regarding land use and environmental impacts. These include a 1,000-gallon underground tank removal and a proposed seasonal dock at White Island Pond. The agenda also includes plans for sand movement at Taylor Avenue beach.

• Removal of 1,000-gallon #2 heating oil underground storage tank at 600 State Road
• Proposed addition and seasonal dock in the White Island Pond buffer zone at 24 Arrowhead Road
• Driveway extension and garage construction at 130 Shore Road
• Beach nourishment to move sand back to Taylor Avenue beach
• Approval of June 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved two Notices of Intent: one for removal of a 1,000-gallon heating oil tank at 600 State Road (with a condition to share soil sample results) and one for a garage addition at 130 Shore Road. The hearing for a seasonal dock at 24 Arrowhead Road was continued to July 12, 2022, and the Taylor Avenue beach nourishment hearing was postponed to August 9, 2022. The commission also approved the June 14 minutes and noted the appointment of four new members.

• Approved Notice of Intent for oil tank removal at 600 State Road with soil sample condition (3-1)
• Approved Notice of Intent for garage addition at 130 Shore Road (4-0)
• Continued hearing for dock at 24 Arrowhead Road to July 12, 2022 (4-0)
• Postponed Taylor Avenue beach nourishment hearing to August 9, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved June 14, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will continue discussions on Chapter 3, which covers the Select Board, Town Manager, and Planning Board. The meeting also includes a recap of Chapter 2 and the approval of minutes from June 23, 2022.

• Discussion of Chapter 3 (The Executive Branch)
• Recap of Chapter 2
• Approval of June 23, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission held a discussion-only meeting on June 27, 2022, covering the Select Board's size and composition, licensing board creation, town manager powers, and planning department changes. No formal votes were taken on these topics; the only action was approving the June 9, 2022 minutes with a minor edit. The commission agreed to vote on the Select Board issue at the next meeting and requested the Collins Center draft language on several items.

• Approved June 9, 2022 minutes with one edit (majority vote; Peck and Malaguti abstained)
• Agreed to discuss potential changes to Select Board formation at next meeting
• Requested Collins Center draft language on Comprehensive Master Plan adherence
• Requested Collins Center research legal counsel review practices in other towns
• Agreed to invite Master Plan Task Force and Planning Board chairs to next meeting

Charter Commission

Commissioners will continue discussions on Chapter 3, which covers the Select Board, Town Manager, and Planning Board. The meeting also includes a recap of Chapter 2 and the approval of minutes from June 6 and June 9, 2022.

• Discussion of Chapter 3 (The Executive Branch)
• Recap of Chapter 2
• Approval of June 6, 2022, and June 9, 2022, minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission continued drafting the new town charter, reaching consensus on several provisions. It voted 7-2 to support Option A for electing the Town Moderator at the annual Town Meeting, with a three-year term and immediate assumption of office. The Commission also agreed on language for precinct redistricting, Town Meeting recording custody, joint board meetings, and temporary town manager authority. Discussion on Select Board structure was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Option A for Town Moderator election at annual Town Meeting (7-2)
• Set Town Moderator term at 3 years (8-1)
• Agreed Moderator takes office immediately after election (8-1)
• Consensus to require Declaration of Intent for Moderator candidacy
• Agreed to add language making Town Clerk's minutes official
• Consensus to remove 'and all other elected boards' from joint meeting language
• Approved June 6, 2022 minutes (majority vote, Peck abstained)
• No action on June 9, 2022 minutes

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The Plymouth Open Space Committee unanimously approved keeping its current officers (Diane Peck as Chair, Andrea Dickinson as Vice-Chair, Lois Post as Clerk) and voted 5-2 to continue meeting via Zoom as long as legally possible. The committee also unanimously approved a motion declaring no interest in a tax title parcel (Map 122, lot 7-56D) to keep it for drainage. Other business included updates on the Forest Legacy Grant (on hold), the MVP Action Grant saltwater intrusion project, and trail work.

• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 unanimously
• Re-elected same slate of officers unanimously (Peck, Dickinson, Post)
• Voted 5-2 to continue Zoom meetings as long as legally possible
• Approved no interest in tax title parcel Map 122, lot 7-56D, keep for drainage (unanimous)

West Plymouth Steering Committee

The West Plymouth Steering Committee voted 4-0 to deny a proposal by Claremont Companies for an over-55 rental independent living facility at 5 Resnik Road. The committee cited concerns about density, waivers, and setbacks, and encouraged the developer to revise and resubmit. The motion to reject was made by Tina Raposa and seconded by Anita Hadley.

• Rejected Claremont Companies' over-55 rental housing proposal (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (4-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review minutes and a variance for 81 May Hill Rd. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 data, vaccinations for young children, and the status of mental health legislation.

• Variance for 81 May Hill Rd
• Potential changes to Title 5
• COVID-19 data update from local and state agencies
• Vaccinations for youngest children
• Status of mental health legislation

The Plymouth Board of Health approved a septic variance for 81 May Hill Rd, with a unanimous vote of 4-0. The board also discussed upcoming changes to Title 5, COVID updates, vaccinations for young children, and mental health legislation. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved septic variance for 81 May Hill Rd (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 5/11/2022 (3-0-1, Gantz abstained)

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission will hold a formal meeting to review several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness and Non-Applicability, including new signs, window replacements, siding, and roofing. They will also discuss a demolition delay on a property at 14 Union Street and consider moving future meetings to Thursdays.

• Case #22-39: Digital painted hanging sign at 32 South Park Ave
• Case #22-43: Installation of 3 signs at 150 Water Street
• Case #22-44: Replace siding and windows at 114-116 Water Street
• Case #22-42: Five new double hung windows at 14 North Street, Unit 4B (continued)
• Discussion to lift demolition delay on 14 Union Street

Town Meeting

There is no agenda provided for the Plymouth Town Meeting on June 21, 2022. The source text directs readers to review the minutes and associated documents.

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission is reviewing multiple requests involving wetland buffers. These include proposals for septic system upgrades, slope stabilization, and new residential construction.

• Septic system repair/upgrade at 32 Central Avenue
• Wall construction and slope stabilization at 179 Herring Pond Road
• Demolition of a dwelling and construction of a new home at 25 Knight’s Point Road
• Amendment to replace a composting toilet with a conventional system at Saquish Beach Lots B-85 and B-205

The Plymouth Conservation Commission met on June 21, 2022, but made no substantive decisions. All four agenda items were postponed or continued to future meetings, with no votes taken. The commission lacked a quorum for hearings, and two items were continued at the request of the applicants.

• Postponed septic system repair hearing at 32 Central Avenue to July 19, 2022
• Postponed Notice of Intent for 179 Herring Pond Road to July 19, 2022
• Continued Notice of Intent for 25 Knight's Point Road to August 23, 2022
• Continued Amended Order of Condition for Saquish Beach Lots to July 26, 2022

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a request by Pinehills LLC to withdraw without prejudice its proposal for a 52-lot residential neighborhood at Bentgrass Mist, continuing from previous meetings. The board will also consider releasing 42 lots from covenants for the Redbrook development, approve a Form A plan to divide an industrial lot, and make appointments to several town steering committees.

• Public hearing: Pinehills LLC request to withdraw 52-lot residential proposal at Bentgrass Mist (Map 77D, Lots A-328 and A-343)
• Release of 20 lots (Use Area 10) and 22 lots (Use Area 11) from Redbrook covenants (B543)
• Form A plan A4827: divide 144 Industrial Park Road lot into two lots (14K-189 and 14K-190)
• Committee appointments to Plymouth Center, Cedarville, West Plymouth, Manomet, North Plymouth, and Open Space steering committees

Affordable Housing Trust

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust will review meeting minutes from May 18, 2022, and a financial report. The agenda also includes an update on Oak Street Housing and further study of the 2019 Housing Production Plan.

• Update on Oak Street Housing
• Further study of Housing Production Plan-2019
• Approval of May 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Financial report review

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust met on June 16, 2022, and unanimously approved the meeting minutes for 5/18/2022. The board received a financial report showing a balance of $559,475.59, discussed affordable housing initiatives in other towns, and heard an update on the Oak Street Housing project, which is now out to bid. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved meeting minutes for 5/18/2022 (unanimous)

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee will review several articles for an upcoming Special Town Meeting. Discussions include hybrid town meetings, telecommunications property leases, and property acquisitions. The committee will also consider a fund transfer to purchase aviation fuel for Plymouth Airport.

• Appropriation transfer for Plymouth Airport aviation fuel purchase
• Article 2: Hybrid Town Meetings
• Article 3: Lease of Town Property for Telecommunications Purposes
• Article 1: Acquisition of Property
• Articles 4 and 5: Citizens Petition Bylaws

The Advisory and Finance Committee approved a $125,000 end-of-year appropriation transfer for Plymouth Airport aviation fuel, with a unanimous 10-0 vote. The committee also discussed reconsidering Special Town Meeting Article 1 after the Select Board changed its financing to borrowing $1.4 million instead of using ARPA funds, but no motion was made, so no action was taken. Minutes from March 16 and May 25 were approved with edits.

• Approved $125,000 end-of-year transfer for airport fuel (10-0)
• Approved March 16, 2022 minutes with edits (7-0-3)
• Approved May 25, 2022 minutes with edits (7-0-3)
• No action on reconsidering Article 1 (no motion made)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to decide on several special permit requests, including a fire station addition, a self-storage facility, and a garage. The board will also continue an appeal from Save the Pine Barrens regarding a building commission decision. The meeting includes review of minutes and other business.

• Case #4061: Special permit to waive front setback, lot coverage, and height for West Plymouth Fire Station addition at 240 Samoset St.
• Case #4054: Appeal by Save the Pine Barrens, Inc. regarding denial of enforcement request (continued from April 20).
• Case #4062: Special permit to waive side setback for garage at 51 Center Hill Rd.
• Case #4050: Special permit for 4-story self-storage facility at 27 W Cherry St, including height, parking, and retaining wall waivers (continued from May 4).

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for the West Plymouth Fire Station addition, waiving front setback, lot coverage, and height limits (5-0). It also approved a side setback waiver for a garage at 51 Center Hill Road (5-0). The board continued the Save the Pine Barrens enforcement appeal to September 7, 2022, and continued the Macritchie Storage Ventures self-storage facility case to July 20, 2022.

• Approved special permit for Fire Station #2 addition with conditions (5-0)
• Approved side setback waiver for garage at 51 Center Hill Road with condition to preserve wooded buffer (5-0)
• Continued Save the Pine Barrens appeal to September 7, 2022 (4-0)
• Continued Macritchie Storage Ventures case to July 20, 2022 (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will review Notices of Intent for beach maintenance, landscape stabilization, and septic system work. The meeting also includes requests for two-year extensions regarding a boat ramp reconstruction and roadway improvements.

• Beach maintenance at Fearing Pond in Myles Standish State Park
• Landscape and slope stabilization at 166 Bay Shore Drive
• Septic system replacement at 1508 State Road
• Two-year extension for Water Street boat ramp reconstruction
• Two-year extension for roadway and stormwater improvements at multiple locations

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved four Notices of Intent, including beach maintenance at Myles Standish State Park, landscape work at 166 Bay Shore Drive, a septic system replacement at 1508 State Road, and a revised septic project at 74 Bay Shore Drive. It also granted a two-year extension for the Water Street boat ramp reconstruction and a one-year extension for roadway/stormwater improvements, while continuing one hearing to July 12, 2022.

• Approved beach maintenance at Fearing Pond, Myles Standish State Park (4-0)
• Approved landscape/slope stabilization at 166 Bay Shore Drive with conditions (4-0)
• Continued septic system hearing for 1508 State Road to July 12, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved revised septic system at 74 Bay Shore Drive with waiver (6-0)
• Granted two-year extension for Water Street boat ramp reconstruction (6-0)
• Granted one-year extension for roadway/stormwater improvements (6-0)
• Granted two-year extension for dry hydrants in Myles Standish State Forest (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 (6-0)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will continue debates regarding Chapter 3, which covers the Select Board, Town Manager, and Planning Board. The meeting also includes a recap of Chapter 2 as necessary.

• Debate on Chapter 3 (Executive Branch)
• Recap of Chapter 2
• Approval of June 6, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission voted to form the Precinct Advisory Board in the ninth year after each decennial census, with an option to form it earlier if needed. The Commission also discussed and reached consensus on several charter revisions, including town moderator election changes, joint board meetings, and temporary town manager provisions. No final decisions were made on the Select Board size or town counsel review.

• Approved motion to form Precinct Advisory Board in 9th year, with option to form earlier (5-2)
• Consensus to use 'non-financial in nature' in 2-7-3
• Consensus to add Temporary Town Manager provision (3-4-4(a))
• Consensus to require joint Select Board, School Committee, Planning Board, and Finance Committee meetings twice a year
• Consensus to have Collins Team redraft Town Meeting recording and minutes language
• Consensus to have Collins Team redraft Town Moderator election language

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available material is the meeting minutes, so there are no decisions or discussions to report.

The Plymouth Climate Action Net Zero Advisory Committee met and approved minutes from May 11 and May 25. They heard a presentation from Malcolm MacGregor on the Planning and Development department's role and resources. The committee discussed challenges related to tourism and scope 2 and 3 emissions, and decided to seek the Board of Selectmen's original language establishing the committee to clarify its mission. They also agreed to develop a workplan based on the South Shore Clean Energy checklist and to pause presentations from other municipalities until internal documents are reviewed.

• Approved May 11 minutes as written (unanimous)
• Approved May 25 minutes as written (unanimous)
• Agreed to seek Board of Selectmen's language establishing the committee
• Agreed to develop a workplan using South Shore Clean Energy checklist
• Placed temporary hold on other municipality plan presentations

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission will hold a formal meeting to review several applications for changes to buildings in the historic district, including new roof decks, window replacements, and siding changes. They will also discuss a demolition delay on a property at 14 Union Street. The agenda includes only these items and standard procedural matters.

• Case #22-40: Certificate of Appropriateness for two roof decks at 84 Court Street
• Case #22-42: Install five double hung windows at 14 North Street, Unit 4B
• Case #22-38: Replace 2nd floor shingles with painted clapboard at 13-15 South Park Ave
• Case #22-44: Replace siding and windows at 114-116 Water Street (informal, formal scheduled 6/22/22)
• Discussion to lift demolition delay on 14 Union Street (imposed 2/23/22)

Precinct Meetings (All)

Precinct 18 held its caucus and elected Alyse Bruneau as chair, Pat McCarthy as vice chair, and Karl Mason as clerk, all unanimously. Members discussed the June 21 Special Town Meeting articles, including Article 4 (urged to vote no), Article 5 (concerns about two classes of properties), and Article 1 (ARPA funding concerns). No formal votes were taken on the articles themselves.

• Elected Alyse Bruneau as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Pat McCarthy as vice chair (unanimous)
• Elected Karl Mason as clerk (unanimous)
• Changed order of agenda articles (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider property variances for Saquish Beach and 18 Valley Road. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 data and discussions regarding indoor air pollutants like radon. Additionally, the board will address a student request concerning mental health and substance use disorders.

• Variance for Saquish Beach Lots 85 & 205
• Variance for 18 Valley Rd
• COVID-19 data update from local and state health departments
• Discussion on radon and indoor air pollutants from gas cooktops and fireplaces
• Student request regarding mental health and substance use disorders

The Plymouth Board of Health approved two septic variances, one for Saquish Beach Lots 85 & 205 and one for 18 Valley Rd, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also discussed a possible reinspection fee for repeated food inspection violations, but no decision was made. Other items were informational, including a COVID update, household health risks, and a presentation on mental health and substance use.

• Approved septic variance for Saquish Beach Lots 85 & 205 (5-0)
• Approved septic variance for 18 Valley Rd (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission will review several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability. Proposed projects include a public parking area at 14 Rocky Pond Road and a septic tank upgrade at 50 Davenport Road. The agenda also includes certificates of compliance for completed coastal and road works.

• Notice of Intent for 4-6 vehicle public parking near Little South Pond at 14 Rocky Pond Road
• Notice of Intent to cleanup gravel area at 600 Rocky Hill Road
• Request for Determination of Applicability for septic tank upgrade at 50 Davenport Road
• Certificate of Compliance for Taylor Avenue reconstruction from White Horse Road to Manomet Point Road
• Garage extension addition at 133 Sea View Drive

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved several projects, including a Notice of Intent for Holtec Pilgrim to clean up a gravel area at 600 Rocky Hill Road, and a parking area at 14 Rocky Pond Road. It also issued negative determinations for a septic upgrade and a garage extension, and approved certificates of compliance for two completed projects. All votes were unanimous except for a 4-1 vote to accept a gift of land.

• Approved Notice of Intent for Holtec Pilgrim cleanup at 600 Rocky Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for parking area at 14 Rocky Pond Road (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for septic upgrade at 50 Davenport Road (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for garage extension at 133 Sea View Drive (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for coastal stair project at 23 Provincetown View Road (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for Taylor Avenue reconstruction (5-0)
• Accepted gift of land at Billington Sea Road (4-1)
• Approved minutes of May 24, 2022 (5-0)

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 16 caucus meeting was held via Zoom and was primarily organizational. Members unanimously elected Pompey Delafield as Chair, Betsy Hall as Vice Chair, and Liana Patton as Secretary. No public comment, old business, or new business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Elected Pompey Delafield as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Betsy Hall as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Liana Patton as Secretary (unanimous)

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 4 caucus met on June 14, 2022, and approved the minutes of the May 31 meeting. Members discussed a video presentation in favor of Article 1 of the upcoming special town meeting, which concerns the purchase of 46 Sandwich Street, along with other potential uses of town-owned real estate. No formal vote was taken on the article itself.

• Approved minutes of May 31 meeting (Rob Shaw and David Peck abstaining)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will continue discussions with the Collins Center team regarding the town charter. The meeting includes a review of Chapter 2 on the legislative branch and a discussion of Chapter 3 concerning the executive branch, specifically the Select Board and Town Manager.

• Review of Chapter 2 - Legislative Branch
• Discussion of Chapter 3 - Executive Branch (Select Board & Town Manager)
• Approval of May 26, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission continued drafting the new charter, voting to keep a Town Meeting-elected moderator (with a change to 'one registered voter') and rejecting a motion to strike the five-year reprecincting review. The Collins Center will redraft several sections, including Town Meeting minutes and the reprecincting paragraph. No final charter was adopted.

• Motion to strike reprecincting review paragraphs failed (3-5)
• Motion to change moderator election wording to 'one registered voter' passed unanimously
• Motion to delete proposed moderator selection revision failed (3-5)
• Consensus to redraft 2-2-4 to include video link in Town Meeting minutes
• Consensus to redraft 2-2-3 to add email addresses for Town Meeting members
• Consensus to leave 2-4-1 as drafted with third Town Meeting in January
• Consensus to remove 2-12-6 (Conflict of Interest) from Finance Committee section
• Approved minutes of May 26, 2022 (majority vote, Pizer abstained)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission is meeting to receive an update regarding indoor vertical farming. The agenda also includes public comment and other old or new business.

• Indoor vertical farming update

Airport Commission

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes for information.

• No agenda items listed

The Plymouth Airport Commission voted unanimously to deny Plane Janes Place's requests for 7 employee parking spaces and an ATM in the lobby, and established a policy against designated parking spaces except for handicapped and electric vehicles. The commission also approved the May 5, 2022 minutes with one change, with Commissioner Smith abstaining. Other items were updates or discussions, including a proposed hangar by Turner Brothers Construction and the retirement of Airport Manager Tom Maher.

• Denied Plane Janes Place requests for 7 employee parking spaces and ATM in lobby (7-0)
• Established policy of no designated parking spaces except handicapped and electric vehicles (7-0)
• Approved May 5, 2022 minutes with one change (6-0-1, Smith abstained)

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will hold its regular meeting, including reorganization, committee updates, and approval of minutes. The board will review two special permit requests for setback waivers, one for an addition to the West Plymouth Fire Station and another for a residential addition, and will hear a presentation on the Pine Hills Area Trail System.

• Release of lots A-345, A-346, A-347, A-348 for Pinehills LLC, Outlook East, off Long Ridge Road
• Special permit request to waive front setback for addition to West Plymouth Fire Station, 240 Samoset Street
• Special permit request to waive side setback for addition at 51 Center Hill Road
• Presentation on Pine Hills Area Trail System by Mark Withington

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special permit request from Rountree Automotives LLC to operate an automotive sales and service station at 299 Cherry Street. The board will also consider a request from Brenner Signs & Awnings to waive the maximum square footage for a sign at 150 Water St, and will discuss a condition compliance item for PB&C Series, LLC at 140 Samoset St. The agenda includes review of meeting minutes and may include topics not anticipated 48 hours in advance.

• Case #4059: Rountree Automotives LLC, 299 Cherry St — special permits for auto sales/service, parking for 200+ vehicles, reduced natural state, modified parking, 9'x18' spaces, screening waiver
• Case #4056: Brenner Signs & Awnings, 150 Water St — waiver of max square footage for secondary architectural sign
• Case #4037: PB&C Series, LLC, 140 Samoset St — to satisfy condition no. 9
• Review & approval of meeting minutes

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals continued Case #4059 (Rountree Automotives LLC, 299 Cherry Street) to August 17, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. by unanimous vote (4-0). The board also unanimously approved withdrawal without prejudice of Case #4056 (Brenner Signs & Awnings, 150 Water St). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

• Continued Case #4059 Rountree Automotives LLC special permit to Aug 17, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Case #4056 Brenner Signs & Awnings (4-0)

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 4 caucus approved its March minutes, elected officers, and discussed the June 21 special town meeting warrant. It reached clear consensus against Articles 4 and 5, which would change wetlands protection regulations, and opposed a proposed horse racing track off Long Pond Road. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of March 29, 2022 (with Dunn, Costa, Mathewson, and Davis abstaining)
• Elected Claire Montanari as chairman, Charles Vautrain as vice-chairman, Charles Mathewson as clerk
• Reached consensus opposing Article 4 (town meeting authority over wetlands changes)
• Reached consensus opposing Article 5 (exempting pre-1973 parcels from wetlands protection)
• Objected to horse racing track proposal on 110 acres off Long Pond Road

Charter Commission

The Plymouth Charter Commission will continue discussions with the Collins Center team via Zoom. The meeting includes the final review, discussion, and adoption of Chapters 1 and 2 regarding powers of government and the legislative branch.

• Final review and adoption of Chapter 1 (Powers of Government)
• Final review and adoption of Chapter 2 (Legislative Branch)
• Discussions with the Collins Center team
• Approval of May 16, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission voted to change the moderator selection process so Town Meeting elects the moderator at the spring meeting to serve a 3-year term, with nominations at the start and election at the end. The Commission also approved language for a 5-year precinct review process, added a third Town Meeting, and made several other charter revisions. The meeting was procedural and discussion-focused, with multiple votes taken on charter language.

• Approved motion for Town Meeting to elect moderator for 3-year term (5-2)
• Approved 5-year precinct review with public hearing and joint Select Board/COPC appointments
• Approved 3 Town Meetings per year (spring, fall, and third decided by Select Board and COPC) (5-2)
• Approved adding 'and other persons as applicable' to Town Meeting rules provision
• Approved adding 'to support Town Meeting' to COPC purpose language
• Approved adding Town Manager support for COPC
• Approved adding 'the Committee deems' to COPC warrant article review language
• Approved adding provision for caucuses to meet as often as they deem appropriate

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

This meeting of the Plymouth Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee has no published agenda. The agenda text indicates only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Plymouth Climate Action Net Zero Advisory Committee (CANZ) reviewed MAPC's Climate Action Net Zero Guidelines and Playbook, discussed adding 'Public Health Preparedness' as a strategy, and voted 7-1 to have members prepare one mission statement each for the next meeting. No final decisions on mission or strategy were made; the committee also noted that minutes from May 11 and this meeting will be approved at the June 8 meeting.

• Motion to have members prepare 1 mission statement for next meeting carried (7-1)
• Minutes from May 11 and May 25 meetings deferred for approval to June 8 meeting
• Temporary hold on presentations of other municipal plans until internal Plymouth documents are reviewed

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission will hold a formal hearing on a roofing project at 17 Chilton Street and informal discussions on window replacement, roof decks, siding changes, and a demolition delay at 14 Union Street. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes and old/new business, plus a discussion about moving meetings to Thursday evenings.

• Formal hearing: Certificate of Appropriateness for roofing at 17 Chilton Street (Case #22-37)
• Informal: Install five double hung windows at 14 North Street, Unit 4B (Case #22-42)
• Informal: Construct two roof decks at 84 Court Street (Case #22-40)
• Informal: Replace 2nd floor shingles with painted clapboard at 13-15 South Park Ave (Case #22-38)
• Discussion to lift demolition delay at 14 Union Street

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee will review articles for the June 21 Special Town Meeting, including land acquisition and hybrid meeting legislation. The committee will also consider spending cap increases and appropriation transfers for several town departments.

• Acquisition of approximately 24.4 acres at 46 Sandwich Road
• Legislation regarding hybrid town meetings
• Lease of 131 Camelot Drive for telecommunications purposes
• Increase to Recreation Department revolving fund spending cap
• End-of-year appropriation transfers for DPW, Town Clerk, and Cemetery divisions

The Advisory and Finance Committee reviewed articles for the June 21 Special Town Meeting. It approved amended language for a home rule petition to allow hybrid Town Meetings, and approved leasing space on a new communications tower. The committee rejected a $3.75M property acquisition for a new fire headquarters (and potential police headquarters), and rejected two citizen petitions regarding Conservation Commission regulations. It also approved several budget transfers and a revolving fund increase.

• Approved amended Article 2 language for hybrid Town Meetings (9-0-2)
• Approved Article 3: lease of tower space at 131 Camelot Drive (11-0)
• Rejected Article 1: $3.75M property acquisition for fire/police HQ (5-6)
• Rejected Article 4: Conservation Commission bylaw petition (0-10)
• Rejected Article 5: Grandfathering petition (0-10)
• Approved $75,000 increase to Recreation Revolving Fund (10-0)
• Approved $35,000 transfer for Town Clerk postage/election supplies (10-0)
• Approved fuel and other budget transfers totaling $320,500 (10-0)

Board of Health

The Plymouth Board of Health met virtually and approved the minutes from the April 27, 2022 meeting with a 3-0 vote (Chair Potvin abstained). The board received updates on COVID-19, heard a presentation on e-cigarette and nicotine addiction in Plymouth schools, and discussed meeting guidelines and future topics. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of 4/27/2022 (3-0, Potvin abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will consider notices of intent for beach nourishment on Taylor Avenue and home reconstruction at 16 Rogers Street. The agenda also includes septic system changes at 135 Manomet Point Road and a driveway extension request for Bettencourt Road.

• Notice of Intent for beach nourishment on Taylor Avenue
• Septic system modifications at 135 Manomet Point Road
• Home reconstruction and driveway work at 16 Rogers Street
• One-year extension request for a paved driveway at 101 Bettencourt Road
• Land gift to conservation on Billington Sea Road

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved a Notice of Intent for septic system removal and installation at 135 Manomet Point Road, and approved a project at 16 Rogers Street for home reconstruction and grading. The Commission also postponed a hearing on Taylor Avenue beach nourishment, continued a hearing on Saquish Beach septic system changes, and issued a one-year extension for a driveway at 101 Bettencourt Road.

• Approved septic system project at 135 Manomet Point Road (6-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 135 Manomet Point Road (6-0)
• Approved home reconstruction at 16 Rogers Street (5-1)
• Postponed Taylor Avenue beach nourishment hearing to June 28, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Saquish Beach septic system hearing to June 21, 2022 (6-0)
• Issued one-year extension for driveway at 101 Bettencourt Road (6-0)
• Approved May 17, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Postponed vote on gift of land on Billington Sea Road to June 7, 2022 (6-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will receive an update regarding indoor vertical farming. The meeting also includes time for public comment and discussion of old or new business.

• Indoor Vertical Farming (Update)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a site plan for ship building and marina operations on Union Street. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding an automotive service station at Cherry Street.

• Public Hearing: B437 – Pinehills LLC (Bentgrass Mist) - continued to June 15, 2022
• ZBA 4059 – Roundtree Automotive LLC: Special Permits for automotive sales and service at 299 Cherry Street
• Site Plan Review: Lauren Walsh/SHM Plymouth for shipbuilding and marina operations at 14 and 20 Union Street
• MBTA Communities Update

Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will review meeting minutes from February and March 2022. The board will receive a financial update regarding inclusionary payments and discuss the percentage of apartments versus houses in the inventory. The agenda also includes discussions on housing buy-down ideas and the 2019 Housing Production Plan.

• Financial update on inclusionary payments and amounts paid
• Inventory review of apartment vs. house percentages
• Discussion of buy-down ideas for existing and future housing
• Review of the 2019 Housing Production Plan

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust met on May 18, 2022, and approved the minutes from February 9 and March 16, 2022, unanimously. The board discussed financial updates, including a $14,202 payment from Waverly Oaks, and explored ideas to make affordable units more affordable, but no substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved meeting minutes for 2/9/2022 and 3/16/2022 (unanimous)

West Plymouth Steering Committee

The West Plymouth Steering Committee approved Phase 2 with variances for the West Plymouth Fire Station at 240 Samoset Street, including a 4-foot height variance and a 6.6-foot setback variance. The project is fully funded and expected to go to bid at the end of May, with construction starting in June. The committee also discussed the garden beautification project, sidewalks, impact fees, and the airport master plan, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of April 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Phase 2 with variances for West Plymouth Fire Station at 240 Samoset Street (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:35 pm (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests including sign modifications for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital and a marijuana establishment permit at 27 Robert J Way. The board will also review an appeal regarding the Pine Barrens and a request to reduce affordable unit requirements for Sawmill Development Corporation.

• Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital – Plymouth Inc.: Signage size, height, and illumination modifications at 275 Sandwich Street
• Save the Pine Barrens, Inc: Appeal regarding a denied demand for enforcement request off Federal Rd, Carver
• Two Seven Plymouth Inc: Special Permit to operate a marijuana establishment at 27 Robert J Way
• Sawmill Development Corporation: Request to reduce affordable units from 30% to 25% off Kathleen Drive

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals approved a modification to Special Permit #3266 for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth, allowing a larger internally lit sign at the Obery Street entrance with a reduced height of 15 feet and the addition of the international hospital symbol. The board also continued three other public hearings: an appeal by Save the Pine Barrens, a marijuana establishment special permit for Two Seven Plymouth Inc., and a request by Sawmill Development Corp. to reduce affordable housing units from 30% to 25%.

• Approved modified special permit and variance for hospital sign (5-0)
• Continued Case #4054 (Save the Pine Barrens appeal) to June 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Case #4045 (marijuana establishment) to July 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Case #3284 (affordable housing reduction) to August 3, 2022 (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will consider requests for septic system repairs at 14 Pearl Street and 3 Swift Avenue. The agenda also includes a review of wetland boundaries for properties on Hedge Road and Court Street. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions regarding Gurnet and Saquish land management.

• Septic repair/replacement at 14 Pearl Street
• Septic system upgrade at 3 Swift Avenue
• Wetland boundary delineation for Hedge Road and Court Street properties
• Maintenance of cobble berm and roadway at Gurnet & Saquish Management
• Certificate of compliance request for 20 Old Field Road

The Commission unanimously approved a Notice of Intent for a septic repair at 14 Pearl Street, issued a Negative Determination for a septic upgrade at 3 Swift Avenue, approved an Order of Resource Area Delineation for properties on Hedge Road and others, and approved a management plan for Gurnet & Saquish with special conditions. It also issued a partial Certificate of Compliance for 20 Old Field Road and a License Agreement for a repair permit. The vote on a Gift of Land at Billington Sea Road was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved septic repair/replacement at 14 Pearl Street (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for septic upgrade at 3 Swift Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Order of Resource Area Delineation for Hedge Road properties (5-0)
• Approved Gurnet & Saquish management plan with special conditions (5-0)
• Issued partial Certificate of Compliance for 20 Old Field Road (5-0)
• Issued License Agreement to Belval for repair permit (5-0)
• Continued vote on Gift of Land at Billington Sea Road to next meeting (4-1)

Charter Commission

The Plymouth Charter Commission is continuing discussions with the Collins Center team regarding several charter items. The meeting includes reviews of draft provisions for a Committee of Precinct Chairs and Town Meeting provisions. Additionally, the Advisory & Finance Committee will begin reviewing concepts and language.

• Reviewing draft provisions for a Committee of Precinct Chairs
• Beginning review of Advisory & Finance Committee concepts and language
• Reviewing Town Meeting provisions
• Reviewing Moderator provisions

The Plymouth Charter Commission voted to keep Town Meeting membership at 9 representatives per precinct, rejecting proposals to reduce the number. The Commission also approved several changes to the draft charter, including renaming the Advisory and Finance Committee to the Finance Committee throughout the document. A motion to involve the Community Preservation Committee in establishing a redistricting working group was tabled until the next meeting.

• Kept Town Meeting membership at 9 per precinct (majority vote)
• Approved renaming 'Advisory and Finance Committee' to 'Finance Committee' throughout charter (unanimous consensus)
• Tabled motion on COPC involvement in redistricting working group until next meeting
• Approved changing precinct chairs' organizational meeting from 45 to 30 days after election (unanimous)
• Approved COPC recommendations on all warrant articles not requiring town funds (consensus)
• Approved COPC chair to present committee recommendations to Town Meeting (consensus)
• Approved COPC may request Special Town Meeting with two-thirds vote (consensus)
• Approved May 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The Plymouth Community Preservation Committee met and discussed a proposed project at 46 Sandwich Road, involving a Holtec-owned ~26-acre parcel with proposed uses including a first responder headquarters, fire station, equipment storage, open space, and housing. The committee tabled the discussion pending appraisals (with and without the building), town ranking criteria, and past open space costs. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 1:20 pm.

• Tabled 46 Sandwich Road project discussion pending appraisals and criteria review

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The committee is not deciding or discussing any listed items; residents are directed to review the minutes for prior activity.

The Plymouth Open Space Committee voted unanimously to sponsor a Fall Town Meeting article amending the town's plastic bag bylaw to require sewn/stitched handles on reusable plastic bags. The committee also approved amended minutes from April 28, 2022, and discussed updates on various projects, including the Saltwater Intrusion project, Forest Legacy grant, and trails maintenance.

• Sponsored plastic bag bylaw amendment requiring sewn/stitched handles (unanimous)
• Approved amended April 28, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Harbor Committee

The Plymouth Harbor Committee meeting includes updates on Holtec/Entergy and 6 Pack dockage progress. Jim Reynolds is scheduled to address the committee regarding harbor mussels. The agenda also includes a report from the Harbor Master.

• Holtec/Entergy follow up
• Presentation by Jim Reynolds regarding Harbor Mussels
• 6 Pack dockage progress update
• Harbor Master report

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is procedural or lacks substantive discussion items.

• No agenda items listed

The Plymouth Climate Action Net Zero Advisory Committee held its second meeting, electing Judy Savage as Chair, Patrick Farah as Vice Chair, and Casey Shetterly as Clerk by unanimous vote. Members reviewed climate action plans from other Massachusetts municipalities and discussed potential future representation, including from Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital and the school committee. No substantive policy decisions were made; the committee agreed to continue reviewing resources and prepare suggestions for the next meeting.

• Elected Judy Savage as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Patrick Farah as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Casey Shetterly as Clerk (unanimous)
• Agreed to rotating leadership every six months
• Agreed to review external resources like MAPC for next meeting

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission will hold a formal hearing on a roofing project at 17 Chilton Street, discuss an informal roof replacement at 94 Court Street, and consider demolition delay cases for 48 Obery Street and 14 Union Street. The commission will also discuss moving meetings to Thursday evenings.

• Formal Certificate of Appropriateness for roofing at 17 Chilton Street (Case #22-37, Paul J Cazeault & Sons Roofing)
• Informal discussion of roof replacement with like materials at 94 Court Street (Rowland Roofing)
• Demolition delay discussion for 48 Obery Street, determined historically significant on April 27, 2022
• Discussion to lift demolition delay for 14 Union Street, imposed on February 23, 2022
• Discussion on moving meetings to Thursday evening

Board of Health

The Plymouth Board of Health will meet to consider several septic variance requests for properties including Saquish Beach and Knights Point Road. The agenda also includes a tobacco violation hearing for Cumberland Farms and a COVID-19 update.

• Septic variance for Saquish Beach, Lots 85 & 205
• Septic variance for 25 Knights Point Rd
• Septic variance for 5 Nicholas Ave
• Tobacco violation hearing for Cumberland Farms
• COVID-19 update

The Plymouth Board of Health approved two septic variances, one with a deed restriction, and tabled a third for further review. A motion to recommend an in-person Town Meeting failed for lack of a second, and no action was taken on a virtual meeting recommendation. The board also received updates on COVID-19 and cyanobacteria blooms.

• Approved septic variance at 5 Nicholas Ave with 2-bedroom deed restriction (5-0)
• Approved septic variance at 20 Cape Cod Ave (4-0-1, Golden abstained)
• Tabled septic variance at Saquish Beach Lots 85 & 205 for further review (5-0)
• Motion to recommend in-person Town Meeting failed (no second)

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved a post-facto Notice of Intent for a seasonal walkway, temporary dock, and fire pit at 56 Arrowhead Road, with conditions to move or remove the fire pit outside the 50-foot buffer and submit a photo. The commission also issued a negative determination of applicability for storm damage cleanup at 80 Cornish Field Road, approved a septic system and deck replacement at Saquish Beach, and continued hearings on 25 Knight's Point Road and a blanket permit. A certificate of compliance was issued for 56 Arrowhead Road, and minutes from three prior meetings were approved.

• Approved 56 Arrowhead Road post-facto NOI for walkway, dock, fire pit (5-0)
• Issued negative determination of applicability for 80 Cornish Field Road storm cleanup (3-2)
• Approved Saquish Beach septic system and deck replacement (5-0)
• Continued 25 Knight's Point Road hearing to June 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued blanket permit hearing to July 12, 2022 (5-0)
• Issued certificate of compliance for 56 Arrowhead Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes for April 12, 26, and May 3, 2022 (5-0)

Charter Commission

The Plymouth Charter Commission will continue discussions regarding the Committee of Precinct Chairs, Finance Committee, Town Meeting, and Moderator. The commission also plans to approve minutes from April 25 and May 2, 2022.

• Discussion on Committee of Precinct Chairs
• Discussion on Finance Committee
• Discussion on Town Meeting
• Discussion on Moderator
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 25 and May 2, 2022

The Plymouth Charter Commission reviewed and discussed proposed charter changes regarding the Committee of Precinct Chairs (COPC), including new powers and responsibilities. The Commission voted to remove the proposed consent agenda provision (Section 2-7-4) and approved keeping the Advisory and Finance Committee at 15 members, with 10 appointed by the COPC and 5 by the Moderator. The Commission also discussed, but did not finalize, provisions on charter enforcement and a new Warrant Article Oversight Committee.

• Removed consent agenda concept from proposed COPC section 2-7-4 (majority vote)
• Approved keeping Advisory and Finance Committee at 15 members, 10 appointed by COPC and 5 by Moderator (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 25, 2022 (majority, Malaguti abstained)
• Approved minutes of May 2, 2022 (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to support COPC recommending Special Town Meetings (Section 2-7-5, majority)
• Reached consensus on COPC quarterly joint meetings with Select Board (Section 2-7-9)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss indoor vertical farming and receive updates from the Land Use and Acquisition Committee. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and standard business items.

• Indoor vertical farming discussion
• Land Use and Acquisition Committee discussion

Community Preservation Committee

The Plymouth Community Preservation Committee met and reviewed two projects: a proposed Fire Department use for the 46 Sandwich Road property (pending appraisal) and the Stephens Field cleanup and upgrade timeline. The committee approved a series of invoices totaling $21,913.82 for various preservation and maintenance services, including tree care, electrical work, and design plans. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $1,090.00 invoice to Colburn Tree Care for brush removal at Center Hill Preserve
• Approved $1,410.00 invoice to Colburn Tree Care for tree replacement at Simes House
• Approved $5,136.50 invoice to Beals+Thomas for plans and meetings for Stephens Field
• Approved $1,200.00 invoice to Realworth Appraising for 130 Hollis Road property
• Approved $840.00 invoice to Glynn Electric for GSM radio upgrade at Simes House
• Approved $516.00 invoice to Glynn Electric for fire alarms at Simes House
• Approved $450.00 invoice to Milton Rentals for lift and outriggers for Town Square repairs
• Approved $3,002.30, $6,369.32, $300.00, $500.00, $800.00, and $300.00 invoices for various services

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two residential development projects. The board is also reviewing lot line adjustments, plan endorsements, and signage permit modifications.

• Public hearing for a 61-lot neighborhood at Bentgrass Mist
• Public hearing for 64 age-restricted units at 46 Sandwich Road
• Lot line adjustments for Pinehills LLC at Talcott Pines
• Signage permit modification for 275 Sandwich Street

Land Use & Acquisition Committee

The committee will meet to discuss possible expansions of its powers with Bill Abbott. The agenda also includes standard items such as call to order and new or old business.

• Discussion of possible expanded powers for LUAC with Bill Abbott

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for a detached 2-car garage at 50 Emerson Rd with conditions, and denied an appeal by Save the Pine Barrens, Inc. regarding a gravel removal permit. The board also continued two other cases to future meetings.

• Approved special permit for detached garage at 50 Emerson Rd (5-0)
• Denied appeal of gravel removal permit at 10 Collins Ave (1-4)
• Continued sign special permit case to June 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued self-storage facility case to June 15, 2022 (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several environmental and infrastructure proposals. These include dune construction on Long Beach, eelgrass habitat restoration in Duxbury Bay, and a new water main for the Redbrook Community.

• Dune construction and beach nourishment on Long Beach
• Eelgrass transplant for habitat restoration in Duxbury Bay
• Water main and utility corridor installation near Wareham and Agawam Roads
• Garage extension addition at 133 Sea View Drive
• Septic system replacements at 1508 State Road and 74 Bay Shore Drive

The Commission approved a Notice of Intent for mixed-sediment dune construction and beach nourishment on Long Beach, with conditions from the Division of Fisheries & Wildlife. It also approved an eelgrass transplant project in Duxbury Bay and a water main installation for the Redbrook Community. A waiver request for a septic system project at 74 Bay Shore Drive was denied, and the project was continued to June 14, 2022.

• Approved Long Beach dune construction and beach nourishment (4-0)
• Approved eelgrass transplant for habitat restoration in Duxbury Bay (4-0)
• Approved water main and utility corridor installation for Redbrook Community (4-0)
• Denied waiver request for septic system at 74 Bay Shore Drive (1-3)
• Continued 133 Sea View Drive garage extension to June 7, 2022 (4-0)
• Continued 1508 State Road septic system hearing to June 14, 2022 (4-0)
• Continued 74 Bay Shore Drive septic system project to June 14, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 19, 2022 (4-0)

Charter Commission

The Plymouth Charter Commission will host Town Manager Derek Brindisi as a guest speaker. The meeting includes discussions regarding the Committee of Precinct Chairs, Finance Committee, Town Meeting, and Moderator with assistance from the Collins Center.

• Guest speaker Derek Brindisi
• Committee of Precinct Chairs discussion
• Finance Committee discussion
• Town Meeting discussion
• Moderator discussion

The Plymouth Charter Commission held a hybrid meeting on May 2, 2022, to review proposed charter changes. They discussed the role of the Committee of Precinct Chairs (COPC), a draft warrant article oversight committee, and potential charter enforcement mechanisms. The Commission voted to remain with Anderson & Kreiger as town counsel, and no other formal decisions were made.

• Voted to remain with Anderson & Kreiger as town counsel (motion by Malaguti, second by Keohan)
• Discussed draft COPC role and warrant article oversight committee (no vote)
• Reviewed Town Manager's proposed charter markup (no vote)
• No action taken on April 25, 2022 minutes

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available material is the meeting minutes, which should be reviewed for any prior decisions or discussions.

The Plymouth Open Space Committee voted 5-1 to continue holding meetings via Zoom. The committee also approved minutes from the April 14 meeting with an amendment clarifying that PHATS is a local mountain bike organization and Trail Forks is a national magazine. No other formal decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved April 14, 2022 minutes with amendment (unanimous)
• Voted to continue Zoom meetings (5-1)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold initial determinations on demolition delay requests for 48 and 54 Obery St. They will also discuss a special permit request for signage at 150 Water St, window replacement at 114 Water St, and a possible lift of a demolition delay at 14 Union St.

• Demolition delay initial determination for 48 Obery St
• Demolition delay initial determination for 54 Obery St
• Discussion of special permit request to waive signage size at 150 Water St (Harborwalk)
• Discussion of window replacement at 114 Water St
• Discussion to lift demolition delay at 14 Union St (imposed 2/23/22)

Board of Health

The board will review minutes from March 23, 2022, and receive a COVID update using data from local and state agencies. The meeting includes a presentation on the Curry College New Skills Lab and legislative updates regarding school nutrition, mental health, and radioactive waste.

• Review of March 23, 2022 minutes
• COVID-19 data update from local and state agencies
• Curry College New Skills Lab presentation
• Legislative updates on school nutrition, mental health, and radioactive waste

The Plymouth Board of Health met virtually and approved the minutes from the March 23, 2022 meeting (4-0, with one abstention). The board received updates on COVID-19 data, a new skills lab at Curry College, and legislative matters. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved minutes of 3/23/2022 (4-0, Golden abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission is holding a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to its Rules & Regulations. This draft incorporates feedback from a previous public hearing held on March 29, 2022. Members of the public may provide comments during this session.

• Public hearing for updated Rules & Regulations
• Review of mail onsite inspections
• Approval of minutes and orders

The Plymouth Conservation Commission voted 5-1 to approve the updated Rules & Regulations, effective April 26, 2022, after a public hearing. The commission will revisit the rules annually in November. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved updated Rules & Regulations effective April 26, 2022 (5-1)
• Voted to revisit Rules & Regulations annually in November
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (6-0)

Charter Commission

The Plymouth Charter Commission will discuss charter preparation timelines and assistance from the Collins Center for Public Management. The meeting also includes a review of the Collins Professional Services Agreement and the status of engaging charter counsel.

• Review of Collins Professional Services Agreement
• Discussion of charter preparation timeline with Collins Center for Public Management
• Review of engagement status for Charter counsel
• Approval of April 4 and April 11, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission approved a professional services agreement with The Collins Center for Public Management to assist with charter review. The Commission discussed potential changes to the Committee of Precinct Chairs (COPC), including its role and powers, and agreed to have the Collins Center draft language for the next meeting. The Commission also reached consensus to move forward with hiring special charter counsel, pending Select Board approval.

• Approved Collins Center Professional Services Agreement (unanimous)
• Consensus to proceed with request for special charter counsel
• Approved minutes of April 4, 2022 (majority; Peck abstained)
• Approved minutes of April 11, 2022 (unanimous)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss its work plan during this meeting. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and opportunities for public comment.

• Work plan discussion
• Approval of minutes

Affordable Housing Trust

The meeting includes updates on inclusionary payments and inventory of apartments versus houses. Trustees will also discuss housing production plans and the potential hiring of a part-time position.

• Financial update on inclusionary payments
• Inventory review of apartments vs. houses
• Discussion of housing production plan
• Hiring a part-time position to reach goals
• Review of buy-down ideas for existing and future housing

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board is meeting to review several administrative items, including special permits for a detached garage and a sign, and two Form A subdivision plans. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings. No major policy decisions or large contracts are on the agenda.

• Special permit to waive setbacks for a 2-car garage at 50 Emerson Road
• Special permit to waive max square footage for a sign at 150 Water Street
• Form A plan to divide 60 Industrial Park Road into two lots
• Lot line adjustment at 27 and 29 River Farm Road
• Approval of minutes from March 22, April 5, and April 12 meetings

Conservation Commission

The Commission will consider several Notices of Intent for construction and land use projects. These include proposals for a new marine facility on Union Street and home reconstruction on Rogers Street. The agenda also includes a request for a two-year extension at 48 & 50 Center Hill Road.

• Notice of Intent to construct a ship repair facility and Marine Operations Building at 14 & 26 Union Street
• Notice of Intent for home reconstruction and driveway re-paving at 16 Rogers Street
• Two-year extension request for demolition and new construction at 48 & 50 Center Hill Road
• Notice of Intent for a shed and vegetation management plan at 296 Center Hill Road
• Blanket Permit request for various public ecological projects by the Department of Marine and Environmental Affairs

Open Space Committee

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Plymouth Open Space Committee met via Zoom and approved the minutes from the March 24 meeting with two abstentions. Members discussed updates on trails, native plantings, and the Seaside Rail Trail water fountain, and noted that tax title properties approved by Town Meeting have not yet been registered. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved March 24, 2022 meeting minutes (2 abstentions)
• Discussed tax title properties approved by Town Meeting but not yet registered
• Noted plans for spring hike on May 7 at Crawley Preserve
• Scheduled next meeting for April 28, 2022

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will hold a remote meeting via Zoom. The agenda consists of procedural items and general discussion, with no specific topics or projects listed.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review septic variance requests for 25 Knights Point Rd and 21 Central Ave. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 update featuring wastewater survey data and a discussion on vaping in schools.

• Septic variance for 25 Knights Point Rd
• Septic variance for 21 Central Ave
• COVID-19 update and wastewater treatment plant survey
• Tick information and safety presentation
• Vaping and nicotine addiction in schools discussion

The Plymouth Board of Health unanimously approved a septic variance for 21 Central Ave, subject to a 2-bedroom deed restriction. The meeting also included a COVID-19 data update, an informational presentation on tick safety, and a letter of appreciation from the MA Public Health Council. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved septic variance for 21 Central Ave with 2-bedroom deed restriction (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent for residential construction and septic upgrades. The meeting also includes requests for certificates of compliance regarding harbor dredging and a license agreement for erosion control at Priscilla Beach Road. Additionally, the commission will discuss legal strategy in an ongoing lawsuit against the town.

• Notice of Intent for construction and septic replacement at 9 Sea View Drive
• Certificate of Compliance request for Plymouth Harbor Dredging
• Two-year extension for demolition and new home construction at 48 & 50 Center Hill Road
• License agreement for erosion control revetment at 50 Priscilla Beach Road
• Executive session regarding litigation strategy for Stephen Bjorklund v. Town of Plymouth

The Plymouth Conservation Commission denied a post-facto Notice of Intent for an unauthorized deck expansion at 24 Priscilla Beach Road, ordering removal of the deck and footings and revegetation with native species. The Commission also approved a septic system upgrade at the same address but denied the proposed addition. Other actions included postponing a blanket permit hearing, approving a project at 9 Sea View Drive, and issuing certificates of compliance.

• Denied post-facto Notice of Intent for deck expansion at 24 Priscilla Beach Road (4-1)
• Ordered removal of unauthorized deck and footings, and revegetation with native species
• Postponed blanket permit hearing for Town of Plymouth to April 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for additions and septic work at 9 Sea View Drive (4-0)
• Denied addition at 24 Priscilla Beach Road (3-2)
• Approved septic system upgrade at 24 Priscilla Beach Road (3-2)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 27 River Farm Road (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for Plymouth Harbor Dredging (5-0)

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board is meeting remotely to hear two appeals from Save the Pine Barrens Inc. The first appeals a zoning permit issued by the Building Commissioner for property on Collins Ave. The second appeals a denial of an enforcement request related to a special permit for gravel removal for AD Makepeace Cranberry Co. The agenda also includes routine administrative items.

• Appeal of Zoning Permit Z20220040 for Collins Ave, Map 101, Lots 37-1H, 38, 42-1 and 42-90
• Appeal of denial of enforcement request re: ZBA 3728 special permit for gravel removal for AD Makepeace Cranberry Co LLC
• Remote meeting via Zoom with no in-person public attendance

Charter Commission

The Plymouth Charter Commission is meeting to discuss the selection of Charter Counsel and the potential retention of Collins Center as consultants. The commission will also continue discussions regarding proposed Finance Committee revisions and review COPC draft language suggestions.

• Selection of Charter Counsel and/or retention of Collins Center
• Proposed Finance Committee revisions
• Review of COPC initial draft language suggestions
• Approval of April 4, 2022 minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to continue Case #4050, a special permit request by Macritchie Storage Ventures, LLC for a four-story self-storage facility at 27 W Cherry St, to May 4, 2022, to allow the applicant to satisfy town engineering comments and address board concerns about building colors and landscaping. The board also unanimously approved the withdrawal without prejudice of Case #4051, an appeal by Save the Pine Barrens, Inc. regarding properties on Collins Ave. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Continued Case #4050 (Macritchie Storage Ventures, LLC) to May 4, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Case #4051 (Save the Pine Barrens, Inc.) (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several Notices of Intent regarding residential construction, ecological restoration, and coastal bank stabilization. Items include beach access improvements at 0 Manomet Avenue and ongoing projects in the Gurnet area. The meeting also includes the approval of March meeting minutes.

• New 1,145 sq ft single-family home at 25 Knight’s Point Road
• Ecological restoration and observation deck at 127 Manomet Point Road
• Coastal bank repair and drainage at 193 Manomet Avenue
• Beach access staircases at 0 Manomet Avenue
• Stone revetment and beach nourishment in Gurnet

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved an ecological restoration project at 127 Manomet Point Road, including wetland improvements, a boardwalk, and an observation deck, with a waiver request granted. The commission also approved coastal bank repair at 193 Manomet Avenue and a beach access staircase at 0 Manomet Avenue. Several other hearings were continued, including a proposed dwelling at 25 Knight's Point Road and two Gurnet Point projects requiring re-advertising.

• Approved ecological restoration project at 127 Manomet Point Road (6-0)
• Granted waiver request for 127 Manomet Point Road project (6-0)
• Approved coastal bank repair at 193 Manomet Avenue with condition (7-0)
• Approved beach access staircase at 0 Manomet Avenue (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 25 Knight's Point Road to May 10, 2022 (7-0)
• Continued Gurnet Point stone revetment project to date uncertain (7-0)
• Continued Willoughby Lane stone revetment project to date uncertain (7-0)
• Continued Gurnet-Saquish management plan to May 17, 2022 (6-0)

Planning Board

This Planning Board meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is the meeting video, so no specific decisions or discussions can be summarized from the agenda text.

• No agenda items listed

Charter Commission

The Plymouth Charter Commission will review proposals from several firms regarding legal counsel and charter drafting services. The agenda also includes a presentation on COPC powers and discussions about Finance Committee revisions.

• Proposal for Charter Counsel from Anderson & Kreiger LLP
• Proposal for Charter Drafting & Organization from Collins Center for Public Management
• Proposal for Charter Counsel from Miyares and Harrington LLP
• Presentation on COPC powers and Finance Committee duties by Lynn Barrett
• Discussion of Finance Committee appointment and functions

Town Meeting

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The provided text directs readers to review the minutes.

Town Meeting

There is no agenda available for the Plymouth Town Meeting on April 2, 2022. The provided text directs readers to review the minutes and supplementary documents.

Conservation Commission

The Commission is reviewing a draft of the proposed Plymouth Conservation Commission Rules & Regulations. The public is invited to submit written comments or provide feedback during scheduled public hearings.

• Review of draft Rules & Regulations
• Mail Onsite Inspections
• Approval of minutes and orders

The Plymouth Conservation Commission met on March 29, 2022, to review the draft of the proposed Rules & Regulations. The Commission invited written comments and questions, with a deadline of noon that day, and noted that public comments would be limited to three minutes per person during scheduled public hearings. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned unanimously (4-0).

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (4-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss a Town Meeting article regarding a fur ban. The commission will also address the topic of a vertical garden at Town Hall.

• Town Meeting Article - Fur Ban
• Vertical Garden at Town Hall

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes. The meeting appears to be procedural or administrative in nature.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review recent meeting minutes and receive a COVID-19 data update. The agenda also includes discussions regarding mental health legislation, long-range program planning, and grant opportunities.

• Vote on possible changes to Plymouth BOH Prohibited Disposal Regulation
• COVID-19 update from local and state health departments
• Discussion of Public Health Excellence for Shared Services Grant
• Mental health legislation update
• Long range program planning involving the public health nurse

The Plymouth Board of Health voted unanimously to amend the Prohibited Disposal Regulation. The board also approved the minutes from February 23 and March 9, 2022. Discussions included COVID data, mental health legislation, and student vaping concerns, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Amended Prohibited Disposal Regulation (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 2/23/2022 and 3/9/2022 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold hearings on proposed projects involving construction near wetlands, including a retaining wall and a garage addition. The agenda also includes discussions regarding commission rules and regulations.

• Notice of Intent for a retaining wall at 152 Roxy Cahoon Road
• Proposed garage addition and breezeway at 3 Ellisville Drive
• Single-family dwelling construction near a wetland buffer at 40 South Wind Drive
• Amended Notice of Intent to repair stone revetment on Sea View Drive
• Order of Conditions for repairs and landscaping at 79 & 91 Knotty Pines Road

The Plymouth Conservation Commission unanimously approved four Notices of Intent for projects within wetland buffer zones: a retaining wall at 152 Roxy Cahoon Road, a garage addition at 3 Ellisville Drive, a single-family dwelling at 40 South Wind Drive, and an amended order for properties on Sea View Drive. The commission also approved two Orders of Conditions and issued two Certificates of Compliance. All votes were unanimous, with one recusal.

• Approved retaining wall project at 152 Roxy Cahoon Road (5-0)
• Approved garage addition at 3 Ellisville Drive (5-0)
• Approved single-family dwelling at 40 South Wind Drive (5-0)
• Approved Amended Order of Conditions for 97, 95, 91, 89 & 87 Sea View Drive (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 79 & 91 Knotty Pines Road (4-0, Howard recused)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 15 Whitney Lane (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for Off Wareham Road and Agawam Road (5-0)

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will hold a remote meeting on March 22, 2022, to continue a special permit request for a four-story self-storage facility at 27 West Cherry Street, including waivers for height, parking, and retaining wall requirements. The board will also conduct a site plan review for a new 2,520 sq. ft. commercial building at 16 Meadow Park Road. The agenda includes approval of minutes from March 8, 2022, and other routine items.

• Special permits for height, parking, and retaining wall waivers for a four-story self-storage facility at 27 West Cherry Street (continued from 2/22/22)
• Site plan review for a 2,520 sq. ft. commercial building (400 sq. ft. office, 2,120 sq. ft. warehouse) at 16 Meadow Park Road
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2022
• Remote participation via Zoom (Meeting ID 920 6374 3842, Passcode 821998)

Affordable Housing Trust

The meeting includes a guest speaker, Rick Vayo. The agenda also covers a financial update and discussions regarding ARPA funds and the Redevelopment Authority.

• Guest speaker Rick Vayo
• Financial update
• ARPA Funds
• Redevelopment Authority

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust held a scheduled meeting via Zoom on March 16, 2022. The board voted unanimously to hold future meetings in person, starting April 13, 2022. The meeting included updates on affordable housing projects, a financial report, and discussion of potential grants, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Voted unanimously to hold future meetings in person
• Scheduled next meeting for April 13, 2022, at 8:00 AM in person

West Plymouth Steering Committee

The West Plymouth Steering Committee voted 5-0 to support three proposals: a commercial parking garage at 23 Aldrin Road, a self-storage facility conversion, and a 203-unit senior apartment complex at Colony Place. The committee also discussed a $9,000 garden beautification estimate and an Article 19 update.

• Approved support for parking garage at 23 Aldrin Road, subject to fencing, drainage cleanup, and adequate drainage (5-0)
• Approved support for self-storage facility, subject to drainage compliance for entire site (5-0)
• Approved support for 203-unit senior rental apartments at Colony Place, with traffic study requested (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 16, 2022 (5-0)

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee reviewed departmental budget recommendations for Fiscal Year 2023 across several sub-committees. Members also voted on transferring funds to pavement and facility maintenance funds. Additionally, the committee recommended approval of unpaid bills from a prior year.

• Transfer $1,826,612 to Pavement Management Fund
• Transfer $2,500,000 to Facility Capital Maintenance Fund
• Recommended FY2023 Police budget of $14,026,925
• Recommended FY2023 Fire budget of $15,028,622
• Recommendation for unpaid bills from a prior year

The Advisory and Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend Town Meeting approval of two collective bargaining agreements: a Memorandum of Agreement with Dispatchers and a COBRA Library MOA. The committee also approved minutes from four prior meetings, with some edits and abstentions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Town Meeting approve Article 1I – Dispatchers MOA (8-0)
• Recommended Town Meeting approve Article 1J – COBRA Library MOA (8-0)
• Approved Feb 16, 2022 minutes with edits (8-0)
• Approved Feb 23, 2022 minutes as written (7-0-1, Hamilton abstained)
• Approved Feb 24, 2022 minutes as written (7-0-1, Stephenson abstained)
• Approved Mar 3, 2022 minutes with changes (6-0-2, Eisenstein and Lalley abstained)

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will review several requests regarding septic systems and coastal bank stabilization. The meeting includes hearings for property modifications and an emergency request to repair a coastal bank at 193 Manomet Avenue. Additionally, the commission will consider orders of conditions for residential projects and soil remediation at Gurnet Lighthouse.

• Emergency request to repair and stabilize a coastal bank at 193 Manomet Avenue
• Lead contaminated soil remediation at 1 Government Way (Gurnet Lighthouse)
• Proposed demolition and reconstruction of a house at 100 Gunning Point Road
• Revised septic system installation plans for 74 Bay Shore Drive
• Two-year extension request for a stone revetment at 193, 197, and 201 Manomet Avenue

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved an emergency order for slope stabilization and drainage at 193 Manomet Avenue, with a condition to add a detailed oil/water hood vent plan. The commission also issued a negative determination for a deck reconstruction at 69B Taylor Avenue, approved orders of conditions for projects at 100 Gunning Point Road and Gurnet Lighthouse, and continued several hearings to future dates.

• Approved emergency order for coastal bank repair at 193 Manomet Ave (4-0)
• Issued negative determination for deck reconstruction at 69B Taylor Ave (4-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for new house at 100 Gunning Point Rd (4-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for lead soil remediation at Gurnet Lighthouse (4-0)
• Approved two-year extension for stone revetment at 193/197/201 Manomet Ave (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for septic work at 92 Tower Hill Farm Rd (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for house raze/rebuild at 9 Douglas Ave (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for alterations at 3 Bayberry Rd (4-0)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will discuss potential changes to the town charter, specifically regarding the Committee of Precinct Chairs and expanded powers. The meeting also includes updates on legal representation and a guest presentation on Rights of Nature.

• Updates on legal representation from Collins Center, MA Municipal Association, and KP Law
• Discussion of the Committee (or Council) of Precinct Chairs
• Discussion regarding expanded powers such as charter enforcement and committee appointment authority
• Guest presentation on Rights of Nature by Tom Linzey
• Approval of March 7, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission met on March 14, 2022, to continue discussions on potential charter revisions, focusing on the Advisory and Finance Committee (AFC) and the proposed Committee of Precinct Chairs (COPC). No formal votes were taken; the commission agreed to begin drafting revised language for the AFC section and to table COPC discussions until guest speakers could attend. The commission also heard a presentation on the Rights of Nature concept, including a draft charter amendment for the Massachusetts Coastal Pine Barrens, but took no action on it.

• Tabled COPC discussion until April 4, 2022, when former town manager Melissa Arrighi and finance director Lynne Barrett are scheduled to speak
• Agreed to begin drafting revised language for the Advisory and Finance Committee section, with commissioners to submit comments by the next meeting
• Discussed potential changes to the Finance Committee, including making it all town meeting members or including non-members, but no decision was made
• Heard presentation on Rights of Nature and a draft charter amendment for the Massachusetts Coastal Pine Barrens; no action taken
• Scheduled April 4 and April 25, 2022, for continued discussions on big topics

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss a Town Meeting article concerning a fur ban. The meeting also includes discussion related to Herring Fest.

• Town Meeting Article - Fur Ban
• Herring Fest

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available material is the meeting minutes, which residents can review for what was discussed or decided.

• No agenda items listed

The Plymouth Open Space Committee voted unanimously to write a letter supporting state bills H.908 and S.511, which would make the intertidal zone accessible for recreation. The committee also approved the minutes of its February 24 meeting, with one abstention, and reviewed a draft letter to the new Town Manager, which will be revised and sent after approval.

• Approved letter of support for H.908 and S.511 on intertidal zone recreation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2022 meeting (5 yes, 1 abstention)
• Reviewed and revised draft letter to Town Manager; Peck to rewrite, Farah to send after approval

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review septic variance requests for three properties. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 update and discussion regarding low-level radioactive water disposal at the Pilgrim Reactor.

• Septic variance for 6 Asiaf Way
• Septic variance for 18 Winthrop Rd
• Septic variance for 3 Swift Ave
• Pilgrim Reactor radioactive water disposal discussion
• Vote for Board of Health Vice-Chair

The Board of Health unanimously approved septic variances for 61 Asiaf Way, 18 Winthrop St, and 3 Swift Ave, and elected Teri Reid as vice-chair. The board also voted 4-0 to sign a resolution opposing the release of low-level radioactive water from the Pilgrim Reactor into Cape Cod Bay. Discussion on future meeting logistics was tabled until a member could attend.

• Approved septic variance at 61 Asiaf Way (4-0)
• Approved septic variance at 18 Winthrop St (4-0)
• Approved septic variance at 3 Swift Ave (4-0)
• Elected Teri Reid as vice-chair (4-0)
• Signed resolution opposing Pilgrim Reactor low-level radioactive water release (4-0)
• Tabled discussion on future meeting format until Nancy O'Connor Gantz present

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission is reviewing several requests for construction and environmental work. These include notices of intent for house reconstructions, septic system installations, and soil remediation at Gurnet Lighthouse. The meeting also addresses orders of conditions for new dwellings in wetland buffer zones.

• Notice of Intent to demolish and reconstruct a house at 100 Gunning Point Road
• Proposed lead-contaminated soil remediation at Gurnet Lighthouse
• Request for a new septic system at 212 Manomet Point Road
• Notice of Intent for a boathouse/storage building at 15 Herring Way
• Notice of Intent for a single-family dwelling at 137 & 138 Sandy Beach Road

Cable Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee will discuss the CAC Cable and internet usage survey. The committee will also schedule its next meeting.

• Discussion on CAC Cable and internet usage survey

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will discuss the framework for future meetings and transition from virtual-only to hybrid formats. The commission will also hold a vote regarding whether to adopt a Council or Town Meeting form of government.

• Vote on Council or Town Meeting form of government
• Transition from virtual-only to hybrid meeting format starting March 14, 2022
• Identification of additional 'Big Topics' for future discussion
• Approval of February 28, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission voted 6-3 to preserve the town meeting form of government and improve the charter as needed, rejecting a motion to move to a council form. A subsequent motion to prepare an alternative council charter for potential voter consideration also failed. The commission discussed reducing town meeting size and expanding the Committee of Precinct Chairs' powers, but took no votes on these topics.

• Motion to adopt council form of government failed (3-6)
• Motion to preserve town meeting form and improve charter approved (6-3)
• Motion to prepare alternative council charter for voter consideration failed (3-6)
• Minutes of previous meeting approved unanimously

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee reviewed a modified plan for Stephens Field with a $4,926,500 cost estimate and requested supplemental funds. Members also recommended approval of multiple union contracts and a new Assistant Director position. Additionally, the committee approved a $2,339,307 increase to the Sub-Committee B Salary Reserve.

• $2,950,000 supplemental funding request for Stephens Field
• Creation of Assistant Director of Inspectional Services position
• Approval of SEIU, OPEIU, Superior Officers, and Patrolmen MOAs
• $2,339,307 increase to the Sub-Committee B Salary Reserve
• Solar PILOT agreement for 143 Hedges Pond Road

The Plymouth Advisory and Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend Article 16A, which would provide $2,950,000 in supplemental Community Preservation Committee funds for the Stephens Field park improvements, with a total project cost estimate of $4,926,500. The committee also recommended several collective bargaining agreements, a new Assistant Director of Inspectional Services position, a budget adjustment, and two tax-related articles for Town Meeting. All votes were unanimous (11-0).

• Recommended Article 16A (Stephens Field) with $2,950,000 supplemental CPC funds (11-0)
• Recommended new Assistant Director of Inspectional Services position (11-0)
• Recommended SEIU MOA (11-0)
• Recommended OPEIU MOA (11-0)
• Recommended Superior Officers MOA (11-0)
• Recommended Patrolmen MOA (11-0)
• Recommended Personnel Bylaws (11-0)
• Amended Article 7A Sub-Committee B budget to $83,599,976 (11-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals approved two special permits: one for a garage and in-law addition at 9 Bay Farm Rd (Case #4047) and one for a marijuana establishment at 27 Robert J Way (Case #4045), both unanimously (5-0). The board also continued a pavilion request (Case #4048) to March 16, 2022, and approved conditions for two informal business cases (MEGRYCO, Inc. and John Sullivan).

• Approved special permit for garage and in-law addition at 9 Bay Farm Rd (5-0)
• Approved special permit for marijuana establishment at 27 Robert J Way (5-0)
• Continued pavilion special permit at 12 Brown Bear Cir to March 16, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved plan satisfying conditions for MEGRYCO, Inc. at 134 Court St (3-1)
• Approved condition for John Sullivan at 10 Massasoit Ave (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission will review several notices of intent for residential construction near wetlands and ponds. Proposals include a new septic system at 83 Lookout Point Road and building projects on Elbow Pond Lane and Sandy Beach Road. The meeting also includes orders of conditions for revetment reconstruction on Taylor Avenue.

• Septic system replacement at 83 Lookout Point Road
• Single-family dwelling construction at 15 Elbow Pond Lane
• Rebuilding a single-family dwelling at 137 & 138 Sandy Beach Road
• Boathouse and storage building proposal at 15 Herring Way
• Reconstruction of revetment at 185R and 187R Taylor Avenue

The Plymouth Conservation Commission voted unanimously (5-0) on all substantive items, issuing a negative determination for a septic system replacement and approving four Notices of Intent for construction in wetland buffer zones, each with conditions. The commission also approved two Orders of Conditions for beach revetment projects and voted to continue remote meetings.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for new septic system at 83 Lookout Point Road (5-0)
• Approved single-family dwelling in buffer zone of Elbow Pond at 15 Elbow Pond Lane with conditions (5-0)
• Approved rebuild of single-family dwelling in buffer zone of White Island Pond at 137 & 138 Sandy Beach Road with conditions (5-0)
• Approved boathouse/storage building near Long Pond at 15 Herring Way with conditions, closing violation (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for revetment reconstruction at 185R Taylor Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for revetment reconstruction at 187R Taylor Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 15 and February 22, 2022 (5-0)
• Voted to continue remote meetings (5-0)

Charter Commission

The Plymouth Charter Commission is meeting to discuss a timeline for future meetings and whether the town should adopt a Council or Town Meeting form of government. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding the inclusion of "Rights of Nature" in the town charter.

• Discussion on Council vs. Town Meeting form of government
• Proposal for "Rights of Nature" charter amendment
• Establishment of future meeting framework and timeline
• Approval of February 14, 2022, meeting minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission discussed whether to recommend a town meeting or council form of government, with members expressing varied views. They agreed to hold a vote on this fundamental question at the March 7 meeting. The Commission also discussed adding a 'Rights of Nature' provision to the charter, agreeing to invite an expert to a future meeting, and approved the February 14 minutes and a revised meeting schedule.

• Approved February 14, 2022 minutes as corrected (unanimous)
• Adopted revised meeting schedule: March 7 remote, March 14 in-person, then hybrid (unanimous)
• Agreed to invite a Rights of Nature expert to a future meeting (consensus)
• Set March 7, 2022 for a vote on town meeting vs. council form of government (consensus)

Agricultural Commission

This meeting agenda consists of standard procedural items and administrative topics. The commission will address social media and its mission statement. No specific projects or financial items are listed for this session.

• Social media discussion
• Mission statement review

Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss a cable and internet usage survey. The remaining agenda items are procedural.

• Discussion regarding the CAC Cable and internet usage survey

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will review Special Town Meeting articles regarding personnel bylaws and budget amendments. This includes a request to fund an increase in precincts from 17 to 18.

• Rate increases for Seasonal Natural Resources and Lifeguards positions
• $5,522.00 budget amendment request for Town Clerk's Office
• Funding for 18 precincts and updated polling locations
• Costs for voting booths ($3,892.00) and election worker salaries ($950.00)

Open Space Committee

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission is meeting remotely to review three formal applications: new siding at 20 Winslow St, siding and railings at 74 Court St, and a demolition delay at 14 Union St. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, old and new business, and unanticipated agenda items.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for new siding at 20 Winslow St (Case #22-21)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for siding and railings at 74 Court St (Case #22-22)
• Demolition Delay at 14 Union St (formal review)

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee approved Article 9 capital projects totaling $18,593,291 for the Annual Town Meeting. The committee also recommended articles for the Special Town Meeting regarding affordable housing and Fire Station 5 rehabilitation. Discussions included water main replacements and e-permitting system costs.

• $18,593,291 in capital projects for Article 9
• Water main replacement on Federal Furnace Rd and Hill Dale Road
• Rehabilitation of Fire Station 5 in Manomet
• $32,000 licensing and $36,000 maintenance for e-permitting system

The Advisory and Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend Article 8, transferring a ¼-acre tax-title parcel on Strand Ave to the Plymouth Redevelopment Authority for affordable housing, and Article 14, rezoning five lots on South Meadow Rd from Airport to Medium Lot Residential. Both recommendations will go to Town Meeting. The committee also approved the February 9 meeting minutes with edits.

• Approved Feb 9 meeting minutes with edits (12-0-1, Piatt abstained)
• Recommended Article 14 (Agricultural Commission bylaw) to Town Meeting (13-0)
• Recommended Article 8 (affordable housing land transfer) to Town Meeting (13-0)
• Recommended Article 14 (Airport zoning map amendment) to Town Meeting (13-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider motions to rescind or issue advisories regarding mask mandates in town-owned buildings. The meeting also includes reviews of septic variances and a tobacco license request. Additionally, the board will hear a response from Future Generation Wind and Con Edison.

• Septic variance requests for 52 Elm St and 59 Reed Ave
• Tobacco license variance request for MZ Mini Mart at 763-765 State Rd
• Potential rescission of mask mandates in town-owned buildings
• Response from Future Generation Wind / Con Edison to a recent letter
• Possible change to Board of Health disposal regulations

The Board of Health voted 4-1 to replace the mask mandate in Town-owned buildings with a mask advisory, effective immediately. The board also approved two septic variances, denied a tobacco license variance for a proposed convenience store, and voted to keep all Town board and committee meetings remote through the end of February 2022.

• Approved septic variance at 52 Elm St. (5-0)
• Approved septic variance at 59 Reed Ave. (5-0)
• Denied tobacco license variance for MZ Mini Mart at 763-765 State Road (motion failed for lack of second)
• Replaced mask mandate in Town-owned buildings with advisory (4-1)
• Voted all Town board/committee meetings remote through end of February 2022 (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent regarding coastal management. Proposals include a new ship building and repair facility at 14 & 26 Union Street and revetment reconstruction on Taylor Avenue.

• New ship building and repair facility at 14 & 26 Union Street
• Revetment reconstruction and beach nourishment at 185R and 187R Taylor Avenue
• Maintenance of cobble berm and roadway at Gurnet & Saquish Management
• Coastal Resource Restoration and Maintenance Plan for Taylor Avenue
• Backfilling coastal bank and buffer zone areas at 29 & 31 Ellisville Road

The Commission unanimously approved Notices of Intent for revetment reconstruction with sand-filled geo tubes and beach nourishment at 185R and 187R Taylor Avenue. It continued hearings for projects at 296 Center Hill Road, 14 & 26 Union Street, and Gurnet & Saquish Management to future dates. The Commission also approved Orders of Conditions for the Taylor Avenue Management Plan and 27 River Farm Road, and issued a Certificate of Compliance for 27 River Farm Road. A motion to not reconsider removing stairs at 108 Shore Drive failed (2-3), meaning the stairs will be removed.

• Approved Notice of Intent PCC-21-90 for revetment reconstruction at 185R Taylor Avenue (5-0).
• Approved Notice of Intent PCC-21-91 for revetment reconstruction at 187R Taylor Avenue (5-0).
• Continued hearing for 296 Center Hill Road to April 19, 2022 (4-1).
• Continued hearing for 14 & 26 Union Street to April 19, 2022 (5-0).
• Continued hearing for Gurnet & Saquish Management to April 5, 2022 (5-0).
• Approved Order of Conditions for Taylor Avenue Management Plan (5-0).
• Approved Order of Conditions for 27 River Farm Road (5-0).
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 27 River Farm Road (5-0).

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will meet remotely to review three special permit applications, including a request to build a four-story self-storage facility at 27 West Cherry Street. The board will also discuss minutes from February 8, 2022, and receive an update from the Master Plan Task Force. Public participation is available via Zoom.

• ZBA 4048: Special permit to waive rear setback for a pavilion at 12 Brown Bear Circle
• ZBA 4049: Special permit to waive front/side setbacks and parking requirements for an attached garage at 23 Aldrin Road
• ZBA 4050: Special permits to waive height, parking, and retaining wall requirements for a four-story self-storage facility at 27 West Cherry Street
• Master Plan Task Force update

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will review budget articles for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting, including enterprise budgets for water, sewer, solid waste, airport, and cable public access. The agenda also includes Special Town Meeting items regarding unpaid bills and maintenance funds.

• Article 3: Unpaid Bills of a Prior Year
• Article 12: Pavement Management Fund
• Article 13: Facility Capital Maintenance Fund
• Budget articles for water, sewer, solid waste, airport, and cable public access

The Advisory and Finance Committee held a public hearing and voted to recommend the FY2023 operating budget to Town Meeting, approving the Select Board's recommended budgets for all departments and enterprise funds. The committee also recommended approval of three Special Town Meeting articles, including transfers to the Pavement Management Fund and Facility Capital Maintenance Fund. All budget recommendations were approved unanimously.

• Approved the February 3, 2022 meeting minutes subject to edits (10-0-2).
• Recommended Article 3 (Unpaid Bills of a Prior Year) to Town Meeting (12-0-1).
• Recommended Article 12 (Pavement Management Fund) to Town Meeting, transferring $1,826,612 from free cash (13-0-0).
• Recommended Article 13 (Facility Capital Maintenance Fund) to Town Meeting, transferring $2,500,000 from free cash (13-0-0).
• Approved the Sub-Committee A recommended budget (Administration/Inspectional Services) (13-0-0).
• Approved the Sub-Committee B recommended budget (Department of Finance) (13-0-0).
• Approved the Sub-Committee C recommended budget (Public Safety Service / Marine & Environmental) (13-0-0).
• Approved the Sub-Committee D recommended budget (Public Works) (13-0-0).

Conservation Commission

The commission will review several Notices of Intent regarding environmental projects, including beach erosion mitigation at Taylor Avenue and lead soil remediation at Gurnet Lighthouse. The agenda also includes requests for certificates of compliance and a call for feedback on proposed 2022 Rules & Regulations.

• Notice of Intent for coastal restoration at Taylor Avenue SE57-3220
• Notice of Intent for lead soil remediation at 1 Government Way
• Notice of Intent to backfill coastal bank at 29 & 31 Ellisville Road
• Notice of Intent for septic upgrade and addition at 24 Priscilla Beach Road
• Certificate of Compliance for site improvements at Canoe Landing

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved a Notice of Intent for a coastal resource restoration and maintenance plan at Taylor Avenue, allowing up to 2,500 cubic yards of sand annually and other measures to address beach and dune erosion. The commission also approved a coastal bank stabilization project at 29 & 31 Ellisville Road, a post-facto permit for stairs and a deck at 27 River Farm Road (with conditions), and issued certificates of compliance for three properties. A hearing for a septic system upgrade at 24 Priscilla Beach Road was continued to April 12, 2022.

• Approved Taylor Avenue coastal restoration plan with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Ellisville Road coastal bank stabilization project (4-0)
• Approved post-facto permit for stairs/deck at 27 River Farm Road, deck must not be maintained (4-0)
• Continued Priscilla Beach Road septic upgrade hearing to April 12, 2022 (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 590 Wareham Road septic tank (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for Canoe Landing site improvements (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 60 River Street septic upgrade (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 8, 2022 (4-0)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will hear from guest speakers representing Amherst, Barnstable, and Watertown. The meeting includes a continued discussion on the pros and cons of two local government structures. Commissioners are expected to prepare preferred plans for moving forward.

• Guest presentations from officials in Amherst, Barnstable, and Watertown
• Discussion of Town Manager/Town Council vs. Town Manager/Town Meeting forms
• Approval of February 7, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Review Committee met via Zoom and heard presentations from councilors from Amherst and Watertown about their city forms of government. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with discussion focused on governance models, council operations, and charter considerations. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 7, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 7, 2022 meeting (majority vote, Scott Vecchi abstained)

Open Space Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item is a note directing readers to review the minutes, so the meeting is procedural in nature with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

Affordable Housing Trust

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust meeting includes a financial update and a summary of Senator Moran’s Housing Roundtable. The board will also review minutes from the January 12, 2022, meeting.

• Financial Update
• Summary of Senator Moran’s Housing Roundtable
• Approval of Meeting Minutes, January 12, 2022

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust met on February 9, 2022, and approved the January 12, 2022 minutes. The board discussed a potential shovel-ready project at 134 Court Street, with members expressing interest in hearing more from Rick Vayo at the next meeting. No formal decisions were made on the project or other substantive matters.

• Approved January 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee will discuss capital articles for the Annual and Special Town Meetings. This includes reviewing capital requests and the substantial rehabilitation of Fire Station 5 in Manomet.

• Article 9 – Capital (Annual Town Meeting)
• Article S4 – Capital (Special Town Meeting)
• Article S5 – Substantial Rehab of Fire Station 5 ($10,629,819)
• Approval of January 26, 2022 meeting minutes

The Advisory and Finance Committee voted to recommend Article 9 (Annual Town Meeting capital) totaling $18,593,291, and Special Town Meeting Article S4 (capital) items A1-A8 and B1, and Article S5 (substantial rehab of Fire Station 5 in Manomet) to Town Meeting. All votes were unanimous (14-0-0). The committee also approved the January 26, 2022 meeting minutes (13-0-1).

• Approved minutes of January 26, 2022 (13-0-1, Hamilton abstained)
• Recommended Article 9 Capital totaling $18,593,291 (14-0-0)
• Recommended Special Town Meeting Article S4 items A1-A8 and B1 (14-0-0)
• Recommended Special Town Meeting Article S5 Fire Station 5 rehab (14-0-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review COVID-19 data and consider motions regarding mask mandates or advisories. The agenda also includes updates on the Chamber of Commerce Reopening Committee and the Taskforce to End Homelessness. Additionally, the board will review septic variance requests for 9 Jocelyn Ave and 137 & 138 Sandy Beach Rd.

• Septic variance: 9 Jocelyn Ave
• Septic variance: 137 & 138 Sandy Beach Rd
• COVID-19 mask mandate or advisory discussion and vote
• Chamber of Commerce Reopening Committee update
• Plymouth Taskforce to End Homelessness update

Cable Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Verizon License Application and a survey regarding cable and internet usage. The committee will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion on Verizon License Application
• Discussion on CAC Cable/internet Usage Survey

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent, including septic system replacement at 1508 State Road and coastal maintenance for Gurnet & Saquish Management. The agenda also includes discussing license agreements for vehicular access and erosion control on town-owned beach property.

• Septic system replacement at 1508 State Road
• Maintenance of cobble berm and roadway for Gurnet & Saquish Management
• License agreement for vehicular access and erosion control at 87 Ellisville Road
• License agreement for vehicular access and erosion control at 93 Ellisville Road
• Construction of additions and a deck at 28 Esta Road

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a Pinehills LLC subdivision off Station Drive and review a site plan for two apartment buildings totaling 260 units with garages and parking. The board will also consider several Form A plan approvals, a special permit for a garage and in-law space, and a presentation on Route 80 sidewalks.

• Public hearing: Pinehills LLC subdivision off Station Drive creating 9 lots
• Site plan review: 260-unit apartment complex with 9 accessory structures
• Special permit: 9 Bay Farm Road garage and in-law living space
• Form A plans: 4 lot divisions and adjustments (e.g., 173R Old Sandwich Road, 44/46 Nicks Rock Road)
• Presentation: West Plymouth Steering Committee on Route 80 sidewalks

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is discussing different forms of government, specifically comparing a Town Council to a Town Meeting. The meeting also includes a review of historical Town Meeting frequency and a presentation on Rights of Nature.

• Discussion of Town Council v. Town Meeting forms
• Review of historical Town Meeting frequency
• Presentation on Rights of Nature by Frank Mand
• Approval of January 24, 2022 minutes

The Plymouth Charter Commission held a discussion-only meeting with two guest speakers, Mark Sylvia (Fairhaven Town Moderator) and Bernard Lynch (municipal consultant), on representative town meeting and council/manager forms of government. No formal decisions were made; the commission approved the minutes from the January 24, 2022 meeting and reviewed upcoming meeting dates.

• Approved January 24, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous, with a typo correction noted)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss updates regarding the commission and Town Meeting. The remaining agenda items are standard procedural matters.

• Commission and Town Meeting updates

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will review items for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Long Beach Pier, Jenney Pond dredging, and the CPC FY23 annual budget.

• Approval of January 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Article 18 – Long Beach Pier
• Article 16 B – Jenney Pond Dredging
• Article 16 C – CPC FY23 Annual Budget

The Advisory and Finance Committee voted to recommend Article 18 (Long Beach Pier) and Article 16B (Jenney Pond dredging) to Town Meeting, with amendments to the dredging warrant language. They also approved the CPC FY23 annual budget. The meeting was procedural and included no public comment.

• Approved January 19, 2022 meeting minutes with edits (10-0-2)
• Recommended Article 18 (Long Beach Pier) to Town Meeting (10-2-0)
• Recommended Article 16B (Jenney Pond dredging) with amended warrant language (12-0-0)
• Recommended Article 16C (CPC FY23 annual budget) to Town Meeting (12-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a modification to Special Permit #2764 for PB&C Series, LLC at 140 Samoset St, allowing reduced parking setbacks, narrower driving lanes, and waived landscaping requirements. The approval includes conditions such as a hydrant flow test, three-year traffic monitoring, and submission of a final RAO statement. The board also voted 3-1 to approve revised site plans for Case #3981 at 193-195 Court St, satisfying a prior condition.

• Approved modification of Special Permit #2764 for 140 Samoset St with conditions (5-0)
• Approved revised site plans for Case #3981 at 193-195 Court St, satisfying Condition No. 2 (3-1)

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission is reviewing several proposals for development and repairs near protected areas. The agenda includes notices of intent for new septic systems, home additions, and coastal bank revetments. One item regarding Saquish Beach has been continued to March 15, 2022.

• Septic system and well line installation at 21 Central Avenue
• Home additions and deck construction at 28 Esta Road
• Coastal bank revetment and wall removal at 50/48 Priscilla Beach Road
• Garage and addition with new septic system at 60R Warren Avenue
• Extension request for stone revetment repairs off Provincetown View Road

The Plymouth Conservation Commission issued a Negative Determination of Applicability for a new septic system and well line at 21 Central Avenue, approved a Notice of Intent for additions at 28 Esta Road, and approved Orders of Conditions for projects at 50/48 Priscilla Beach Road and 60R Warren Avenue. The Commission also continued hearings for projects at Saquish Beach and 60 Steeple Chase, and voted to allow written public comments on rules and regulations.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for new septic system at 21 Central Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for two one-story additions, deck, and shed at 28 Esta Road (5-0)
• Continued hearing for septic system and deck replacement at Saquish Beach to March 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued hearing for single-family home at 60 Steeple Chase to April 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for coastal bank revetment at 50/48 Priscilla Beach Road (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for garage, addition, and septic system at 60R Warren Avenue (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension for stone revetment repairs off Provincetown View Road (5-0)
• Approved allowing written public comments on rules and regulations (3-2)

Community Preservation Committee

The Plymouth Community Preservation Committee unanimously supported purchasing a 2-acre estuary adjacent to Stephens Field with naming rights for the family. The committee also unanimously approved allocating 10% of CPA funds each to Historic, Open Space, and Housing projects for the coming fiscal year. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Supported purchasing 2-acre estuary adjacent to Stephens Field with naming rights (unanimous)
• Allocated 10% each to Historic, Open Space, and Housing projects for coming fiscal year (unanimous)

Open Space Committee

This Open Space Committee meeting has no agenda available. The only listed item directs readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is procedural or informational with no substantive decisions or discussions scheduled.

• No agenda items listed

The Plymouth Open Space Committee approved the Indigenous Land Acknowledgement statement, which will be included at the top of each meeting agenda and on the website. The committee also approved partnering with the Planning Department to plan an ADA-compliant water fountain on the Sea Side Trail, and voted to participate in the Herring Run Festival on April 23. Minutes from the January 13 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Indigenous Land Acknowledgement statement (approved)
• Approved partnering with Planning Department for ADA water fountain on Sea Side Trail
• Approved participation in Herring Run Festival on April 23
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee will discuss items for the Annual Town Meeting. This includes reviewing Article 3 regarding Revolving Funds and Article 20 regarding a prohibition on fur products.

• Article 3: Revolving Funds
• Article 20: Prohibit Fur Products
• Approval of January 12, 2022, meeting minutes

The Advisory and Finance Committee voted to recommend Article 20, which would prohibit the sale of fur products in Plymouth, to Town Meeting (12-1). They also recommended Article 3, which establishes revolving funds for various town departments, unanimously (13-0). The committee approved the January 12, 2022 meeting minutes as revised (10-0-3).

• Recommended Article 20 (prohibit fur products) to Town Meeting (12-1)
• Recommended Article 3 (revolving funds) to Town Meeting (13-0)
• Approved January 12, 2022 meeting minutes as revised (10-0-3)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss potential changes to the COVID-19 mask mandate, including a possible vote to replace it with an advisory. The meeting also includes reports on housing, food insecurity, and mental health legislation. Additionally, members will address local business staffing shortages.

• Possible vote to rescind the mask mandate and replace it with an advisory
• Discussion of mask mandate amendments regarding enforcement and musicians
• Review of federal programs for free antigen test kits and N95 masks
• BOH reorganization
• Reports on housing, food insecurity, and mental health legislation

The Plymouth Board of Health voted 1-4 against rescinding the town's mask mandate, keeping it in place. The board also voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend that the Select Board and Town Moderator keep the April 2 Town Meeting fully remote. Additionally, the board approved a change to the mask mandate exempting performers singing or playing brass/wind instruments if at least 6 feet from the public.

• Motion to rescind mask mandate failed (1-4); mandate remains in place
• Recommended Select Board keep April 2 Town Meeting fully remote (5-0)
• Amended mask mandate to exempt performers singing/playing brass or wind instruments 6+ feet from public (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 12/22/2021 meeting (4-1, Gantz abstained)
• Re-elected Barry Potvin as Chair and Rose Cain as Vice-Chair

Planning Board

The Plymouth Planning Board will meet remotely to review a site plan for a new education center at Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Parish on South Meadow Road, and to consider a lot line adjustment on Hedges Pond Road. The board will also make committee appointments to the Master Plan Task Force and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Site plan review for new 48'x64' education center at 126 South Meadow Road, with 103 parking spaces
• Form A plan A4814: lot line adjustments on Hedges Pond Road for Town of Plymouth/Plymouth Foundation
• Committee appointments to Master Plan Task Force
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2022

Charter Commission

The commission will host Sandy Gadsby from Brookline to discuss the Representative Town Meeting model. Members will also discuss outlines for a Council form of government, a Town Meeting form, or a hybrid model.

• Discussion of a proposed 13-member Town Council with 9 district and 4 at-large members
• Review of Brookline's Representative Town Meeting governance and structure
• Comparison between Town Meeting and Town Council models
• Consideration of a hybrid government form combining a Town Manager, Council, and Town Meeting

The Plymouth Charter Commission heard from Brookline Town Moderator Sandy Gadsby about representative town meeting operations and discussed a draft outline for a possible council form of government. No final decisions were made on the form of government; the Commission approved the January 3, 2022 minutes and voted to invite consultant Bernie Lynch to a future meeting.

• Approved January 3, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved inviting Bernie Lynch as guest speaker (majority vote)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss updates regarding the Commission and Town Meeting. The agenda contains no other specific business items.

• Commission and Town Meeting updates

West Plymouth Steering Committee

The committee discussed a proposed $1.5 million sidewalk project on Route 80 from Commerce Way to Kristin Road, which is not in the DPW budget but has support from DPW and the Planning Board. They planned advocacy efforts, including a video presentation and outreach to precinct chairs and town officials, ahead of a Town Meeting vote. No formal decisions were made on the project; the only action was adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will review articles for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting. This includes a proposal for an ADA-compliant sidewalk on Plympton Road (Route 80) to improve pedestrian access near West Elementary School. The estimated cost is $1.5 million.

• Article 10: Road Preservation
• Article 15: Withdrawal of Bourne Rd Easement acceptance
• Article 19: Route 80 sidewalk proposal ($1.5 million)
• Approval of January 5, 2022, meeting minutes

The Advisory and Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend two articles for the Annual Town Meeting: Article 10, a $5 million road preservation program funded from the Pavement Management Fund, and Article 19, a $1.5 million ADA-compliant sidewalk project along Route 80. Both motions carried 11-0. The committee also approved the January 5, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved Article 10 (road preservation, $5M) to Town Meeting (11-0)
• Approved Article 19 (Rt 80 sidewalks, $1.5M) to Town Meeting (11-0)
• Approved January 5, 2022 meeting minutes (11-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss commission and Tow meeting updates. The agenda also includes a food assessment.

• Commission and Tow Meeting Updates
• Food Assessment

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plymouth Zoning Board of Appeals approved a modification to Special Permit #3885 for Interplan, LLC (Chick-fil-A) at 49 Commerce Way, waiving side setbacks for a drive-through canopy, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. The board also voted unanimously to readvertise Case #4045 (CannaVana, Inc., now Two Seven Plymouth, Inc.) due to the name change, scheduling a new hearing. In informal business, the board approved a change to Condition No. 3 for Case #3941 (Picerne Plymouth, LLC) to add a 10,000-gallon water tank, contingent on a letter from the Town's Engineering Department with no objections.

• Approved modification of Special Permit #3885 for Chick-fil-A drive-thru canopy (5-0)
• Readvertised Case #4045 (CannaVana/Two Seven Plymouth) and scheduled new hearing (5-0)
• Approved substantial change to Condition No. 3 for Case #3941 (Picerne Plymouth) to add 10,000-gallon water tank (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission will review several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability regarding coastal banks, wetlands, and septic systems. Proposed projects include shoreline work at Priscilla Beach Road and property modifications on Manomet Avenue and Warren Avenue.

• Notice of Intent for stone revetment at 50 Priscilla Beach Road
• Request for Determination of Applicability for steps and parking at 41 Manomet Avenue
• Resource area delineation for Hedge Road, 39 Hedge Road, 1 Sandri Drive, and 333 Court Street
• Notice of Intent for garage and septic system at 60R Warren Avenue
• Request for Determination of Applicability to remove fallen trees at 235 Carver Road

The Plymouth Conservation Commission approved a Notice of Intent for a coastal bank stabilization project at 50/48 Priscilla Beach Road, including removal of a retaining wall and construction of a stone revetment. The commission also approved several other projects, including a septic system replacement, a garage addition, and a deck expansion, and issued negative determinations for two projects. One hearing was continued to a later date.

• Approved coastal revetment project at 50/48 Priscilla Beach Road (6-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 41 Manomet Avenue (6-0)
• Continued hearing for resource area delineation at Hedge Road properties (6-0)
• Granted waiver request and approved garage/addition project at 60R Warren Avenue (6-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for tree removal at 235 Carver Road (6-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for septic system replacement at 621 Bourne Road (6-0)
• Approved amended Order of Conditions for deck expansion at 141 Taylor Avenue (6-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for new driveway at 228 Ryder Way (5-1)

Cable Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee will discuss an upcoming cable and internet usage survey. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Discussion on upcoming cable and internet usage survey