Plymouth public meetings in 2024

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and sign warrants and commitments for FY2025 real estate, personal property, and CPA tax bills. They will also sign a rollback tax warrant for a specific parcel and approve lien releases. An executive session is scheduled to discuss motor vehicle excise abatements and FY2025 exemption applications. Other routine items include approving minutes and signing state tax forms.

• Review and sign warrant for Rollback Tax, Map 40 Lot 4K-2U
• Sign warrants and commitments for FY2025 Real Estate, Personal Property and CPA actual tax bills
• Sign Assessors’ Notice and State Tax Form 1
• FY2026 Chapter Applications
• Executive session to discuss MV excise abatements and FY2025 exemption applications

Retirement Board

The Plymouth Retirement Board will vote on the final proposed 2025 budget and approve warrants totaling over $18.6 million. The board will also act on 13 new hires (mostly police officers), several retirements, refunds, transfers, and military service buybacks. An executive session is scheduled for litigation and a disability retirement hearing.

• Proposed 2025 Budget approval
• Warrants totaling $18,651,425.12 (Oct 2024–Jan 2025)
• 13 new hires including 10 police officers (Group 4) and 3 school employees
• Retirements of Anne Dunn (37 years), Daniel Machado (38 years), and others
• Executive session for ongoing litigation and involuntary disability retirement hearing

Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee

The Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee will receive updates from the EEA, approve the November 21, 2024 meeting minutes, and review the annual report. Afterward the committee will open discussion on beaches, ponds, letters, and other topics of interest. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from 11/21/24
• Review and discuss the annual report
• Open discussion on beaches and ponds
• Consider letters and other topics of interest

Distinguished Visitors Committee

The Distinguished Visitors Committee will meet to approve October meeting minutes and reorganize the committee. The main focus is reviewing the Shichigahama 2024 budget and receiving updates for planning Shichigahama 2025 activities.

• Approve meeting minutes from October 2, 2024
• Reorganize the Distinguished Visitors Committee
• Review Shichigahama 2024 budget
• Review update from Shichigahama 2025 planning
• Planning for Shichigahama 2025

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory and Finance Sub-Committee F for Plymouth Schools is meeting to discuss the budget process. The session will focus on planning and assignments.

• Discussion on Sub-Committee F Budget Process
• Discussion on assignments and planning

Open Space Committee

The Plymouth Open Space Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss site visits for properties near Little West Pond and Whitley Trail, review results from a Briggs Park site visit, and hear a presentation on Morton Park culverts. The meeting also includes updates on the Trails Working Group and a forum on mosquito spraying.

• Presentation on Morton Park culverts
• Site visits for 50 West Pond Road and 735 Bourne Road
• Review of Briggs Park site visit results
• EEE, Mosquito Spraying & Environmental Impact Forum scheduled for February 5, 2025
• Feedback on Open Space and Rec plan presentation

Plymouth Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners

The Plymouth Redevelopment Authority will receive an update on the 31 Strand project and discuss the Affordable Housing Lottery (Ready Renter) and Homeownership Education Certification programs. The board will also consider prior meeting minutes and financial reports.

• Update on 31 Strand project
• Affordable Housing Lottery — Ready Renter program discussion
• Homeownership Education Certification program update
• Approval of October 30, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of financial reports

Affordable Housing Trust

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust Board will approve minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting, receive a financial update, and hear public comment. It will discuss how Massachusetts state legislators and housing agencies can assist small affordable‑housing trusts. Additional reports include the Redevelopment Authority and a review of an MHP presentation.

• Approval of meeting minutes from November 20, 2024
• Financial update
• Discussion on state legislative and housing agency assistance for small affordable‑housing trusts
• Redevelopment Authority report
• Review of MHP presentation

West Plymouth Steering Committee

The West Plymouth Steering Committee will consider the Town Cemetery Expansion Phase 1 project at 280 Plympton Road (ZBA #4147) presented by Diane Maguire and Ray Dunetz of Ray Dunetz Landscape Architecture. The committee will read and approve the minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting. A community interface will include an open house for the West Plymouth Fire Station and a presentation by Patrick Wetterberg of the Plymouth Police Department. Old business updates on the Carver Road sidewalk, garden projects, and Route 80 sidewalks will also be discussed.

• Town Cemetery Expansion Phase 1, 280 Plympton Road, ZBA #4147 – presentation by Diane Maguire and Ray Dunetz (Landscape Architecture)
• Reading and approval of minutes from the 10‑16‑24 meeting
• Community Interface – Open House for West Plymouth Fire Station
• Community Interface – Presentation by Patrick Wetterberg, Plymouth Police Department
• Old Business updates: Carver Road sidewalk project, Garden Projects, Route 80 sidewalks

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee will meet to discuss a construction audit for the 10 Oak Street project. The body will also consider a request to increase the FY25 spending cap for the Hedges Pond Revolving Fund.

• Discussion of Oak St construction audit request
• Proposed $53,000 increase to Hedges Pond Revolving Fund spending cap (totaling $113,000 for FY25)
• Resignation of Jeff Wright
• Sub-committee assignments

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory and Finance Sub-Committee F will hold an initial discussion on the budget process for Plymouth Schools. This is a preliminary meeting to outline the budget review process. No decisions are expected at this time.

• Initial discussion on budget process for Plymouth Schools

Cultural Council

The Plymouth Cultural Council meets on December 18, 2024 at 2:00 pm via Zoom. The council will discuss grant applications. The meeting concludes with an adjournment.

• Discuss grant applications

Conservation Commission

The commission will continue hearings on two Notices of Intent for replacement of Morton Park Road culverts over Town Brook and a tributary, including removal of a weir wall. They will also consider a Certificate of Compliance for a solar photovoltaic system at 143 Hedges Pond Road. Other business includes approving November and December minutes, a violation discussion, and a petition to the state to align filing timeframes.

• Continued hearing: replacement of Morton Park Road arch culvert over Town Brook (SE57-3392)
• Continued hearing: replacement of Morton Park Road box culvert over unnamed tributary to Town Brook (SE57-3393)
• Certificate of Compliance for ground-mounted solar photovoltaic system at 143 Hedges Pond Road (SE57-3024)
• Notice of Intent to raze and reconstruct single-family dwelling at 26 Hog Rock Road
• Discussion to petition state representatives to amend Ch. 131 to match state and bylaw filing timeframes

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on several land transactions, including a 90.15-acre purchase from AD Make Peace and a deed for a future fire station on Bourne Road. The board will also review the FY26 budget and discuss the 2025 Spring Special Town Meeting warrant.

• Purchase and sale agreement for 90.15 acres of land from AD Make Peace
• Acceptance of 2.35 acres on Bourne Road for a future fire station
• Application for $760,000 FEMA grant for 76 portable firefighter radios
• Increase of Hedges Pond Revolving Fund Spending Cap by $53,000
• Approval of 10 affordable units for Court Crossing Affordable Housing Project at 132 Court Street

Agricultural Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding the Plymouth Livestock Compact and Health Department regulations. This includes reviewing Board of Health negotiations, farmer feedback strategies, and mediation protocols.

• Plymouth Livestock Compact & Health Department Regulations discussion
• Board of Health (BOH) negotiations update
• Review of mediation protocol

Master Plan Committee (2024)

The committee is conducting a public listening session regarding the town's master plan. Residents are encouraged to participate via the official website or at the meeting.

• Master Plan Listening Session

School Committee

The School Committee will hold a public hearing and take action on the proposed FY26 Operating Budget. The committee will also review field trip requests for Plymouth North High School and PCIS, and a job description for the School Transportation Coordinator.

• Public hearing and action on proposed $127,229,274 FY26 Operating Budget
• Plymouth North High School international field trip to Athens, Greece (04/18-26/2026)
• PCIS out-of-town field trip to Woonsocket, RI (2/13/25)
• Review of amended School Transportation Coordinator job description

Center for Active Living Advisory Board

The advisory board will meet to review previous minutes and receive reports from the Director, Chair, Vice Chair, and Friends. The agenda also includes committee updates and opportunities for old or new business.

• Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Chair and Vice Chair Report
• Friends Report
• Committee Updates

Harbor Committee

The committee will review member recommendations for the 2025 season and discuss creating a seat to track Climate Action and Adaptation Plan initiatives. The meeting also includes reports from the Chairman and Harbor Master, alongside several harbor maintenance and infrastructure items.

• Committee member recommendations for 2025 season
• Climate Action and Adaptation Plan tracking discussion
• Holtec discussion
• Town Pier ladder near old HM building
• Cleats for Town boat ramp

Building Committee

The Town of Plymouth Building Committee will meet to receive updates on capital projects, including the 10 Year Capital Plan, DPW Administration Building, Memorial Hall Feasibility Study, school roof closeouts, and fire station projects. A key item is the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) response regarding a possible replacement school.

• DPW Administration Building status and next steps
• Memorial Hall Feasibility Study status and next steps
• School roof project closeout and MSBA response on possible replacement school
• Fire Station 4 programming and design status
• Fire Station 2 man doors and 1 year walk through

Land Use & Acquisition Committee

The Land Use and Acquisition Committee will review an update on a 2025 Spring Town Meeting Article, discuss adjacent properties on Hio Hill (parcels 051-000-008-000 and 051-000-004S-000G), and consider an appointee from the Conservation Commission. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and possible votes on these items.

• Update on 2025 Spring Town Meeting Article
• Discussion of Hio Hill adjacent properties: Parcel 051-000-008-000 (Jay Dee Trust)
• Discussion of Hio Hill adjacent properties: Parcel 051-000-004S-000G (Harrison Woods Association Trust)
• LUAC Appointee from Conservation Commission discussion

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

The Plymouth Climate Action Net Zero Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive reports from the Chair, CRSP, and working groups, and discuss communications including a new PSA and website updates. Key items include a report on the Climate Action Action Plan (CAAP) launch and an update on Master Plan sessions.

• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Chair's report including PCDC presentation and new member introduction
• Communications subcommittee: new PSA for Local Seen, CANZ website, social media, priority dates
• CAAP (Climate Action Action Plan) launch report back
• Master Plan sessions update

Plymouth for All Committee

The Plymouth No Place for Hate Committee will review reports from sub-committees on antisemitism, Islamophobia, and MLK Day planning. The body will also discuss updates on the town's land acknowledgement and a strategic review.

• Review and Approve Meeting Minutes of November 13, 2024
• Antisemitism & Islamophobia Sub-Committee event report and future plans
• MLK Day planning discussion
• Strategic Review Sub-Committee report
• Update on Land Acknowledgement

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation is meeting to review construction updates and tenant preparation for 4 North. The board will also discuss downtown resiliency and camera projects, as well as financial reports.

• 4 North construction update and tenant space preparation
• Downtown Camera Project
• Downtown Resiliency Project workshop follow-up
• Lea Filson 2025 Ride Circuit
• Wage consideration for S. Bykowski

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold public hearings on several certificates of applicability, including exterior alterations, signage, renovations, and new construction, as well as initial determinations for demolition delays. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and discussion of unanticipated agenda items.

• Christine Silva Case 24-89: exterior alterations at 10 North Street, Map 20, Lot 20-2A & 2B
• Brenner Signs Case 24-88: signage at 20 N. Park Avenue, Map 14, Lot 70-6
• Pilgrim Memorial Meeting House Case 24-91: exterior renovations at 19 Town Square, Map 19, Lot 21
• Romboldi Family - BF Architects Case 24-92: new construction at 120R Water Street, Map 17, Lot 110A-Z
• Demolition delay initial determinations for properties at 26 Hog Rock Road, 102 White Horse Road, and 111G Taylor Avenue

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and sign motor vehicle and boat abatements for November, and discuss FY2026 Chapter Applications. They will also review information for a Classification Hearing with the Select Board. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss tax abatements, exemption applications, and appeals.

• Review and sign MV/Boat abatements for November
• FY2026 Chapter Applications review
• Information review for Classification Hearing with Select Board
• Executive session for MV excise abatements, FY2025 Exemption Applications, and ATB cases

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will hear multiple Notices of Intent, including a maintenance dredging project at Ellisville Harbor and demolition/reconstruction of a cottage on Taylor Avenue. They will also vote on an amended order of conditions for a walkway and pier extension on Clarks Island, and discuss violations and permitting submission requirements. Several requests for determinations of applicability and a certificate of compliance are on the agenda.

• 201 Ellisville Road – maintenance dredging at Ellisville Harbor
• 111G Taylor Avenue – demolish existing cottage and construct new cottage
• 564 State Road – septic upgrade with a 2,000-gallon tight tank
• Clarks Island Lot 24B – amended order to extend walkway and pier by 8 feet
• Gurnet Lots 46-59 – certificate of compliance for porch stairs not in original order

Select Board

The Select Board will vote to approve the release of meeting minutes and convey a property at 31 Strand Avenue to the Plymouth Redevelopment Authority for affordable housing. The Board will also authorize a $12,837 grant application for veterans' interpretive signage.

• Vote to approve and release meeting minutes from 12/3/24
• Convey 31 Strand Avenue to Plymouth Redevelopment Authority
• Authorize $12,837 Veterans' Heritage Grant application
• Public hearing for New World Tavern alcohol license
• Public hearing for Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra alcohol license

Cultural Council

The Plymouth Cultural Council meets on December 10, 2024 at 2:00 pm via Zoom. The agenda lists a call to order, a discussion of grant applications, and adjournment. No decisions or other items are noted.

• Discuss grant applications

Plymouth Housing Authority

The Plymouth Housing Authority will review budgets for the fiscal year starting January 1, 2025. The body will also consider approvals for a cleaning contract and security camera cabling.

• Budgets for Fiscal Year 1/1/25 – 12/31/25
• Cleaning Contract for Cherry Hill and High Cliff
• CO #2: Additional Security Camera Cable for High Cliff
• Update on Oak Street

Master Plan Committee (2024)

The Master Plan Committee is holding a hybrid listening session focused on Plymouth Center. This meeting is intended for residents to share ideas and participate in the master plan process.

• Listening Session for Plymouth Center

Roads Advisory Committee

The Roads Advisory Committee will approve minutes from five prior meetings and receive an update on ongoing construction projects from DPW Assistant Director James Downey. Old business includes tabled items: Old Schoolhouse Road, Rogers Street crack sealing for 2025, and roadway acceptance requests from Deer Pond Village Association and Sandy Pines (Copper Lantern). New business and public comment are also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2023; May 29, 2024; September 30, 2024; November 4, 2024; and November 16, 2024
• Update on ongoing construction projects from James Downey, Assistant Director DPW
• Tabled item: Old Schoolhouse Road
• Tabled item: Rogers Street crack sealing 2025
• Tabled item: Deer Pond Village Association and Sandy Pines – Copper Lantern roadway acceptance requests

Precinct Meetings (All)

This community engagement meeting for Plymouth Precinct 3 will feature updates on the GPI Traffic Study and the Training Green Restoration. Residents will also have an opportunity to discuss topics of importance. No formal votes or decisions are expected.

• Update on GPI Traffic Study
• Update on Training Green Restoration
• Open discussion for resident concerns

Airport Commission

The Plymouth Airport Commission will review proposed building updates from the Elks Club and a hangar development, as well as an environmental assessment phase II from Dubois & King. The meeting will also address old business items including a wastewater treatment plant update and a non-aviation RFP for South Meadow Road.

• Review building updates from John Borland and the Elks Club
• Review hangar development from Marc/Jason
• Review proposed addition to current building by Rich Stefani
• Review environmental assessment phase II from Dubois & King
• Address old business: South Meadow Road Non-Aviation RFP

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss property-specific requests, including a setback reduction for 25 Wellington Rd and a septic variance for 25 Emerson Rd. They also plan to schedule a public forum on a proposed polystyrene take-out container ban and review a lead/galvanized water supply pipe warning letter. Other business includes a fats, oils, and greases update and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Reduction in setback for addition at 25 Wellington Rd
• Septic variance request at 25 Emerson Rd
• Lead/galvanized water supply pipe warning letter
• Fats, oils, and greases update
• Schedule public forum for polystyrene take-out container ban

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 15 Town Meeting Member Caucus will meet to receive updates on the Master Plan and the Clark Road traffic interchange. The body will also conduct a post-mortem of the Town Meeting and approve minutes from the October 16th caucus.

• Update on the Master Plan
• Update on the Clark Road traffic interchange
• Approval of October 16th caucus minutes
• Town Meeting post-mortem

Public Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to receive reports from the Director and various committees. The board is required to vote on the minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting.

• Vote on October 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Memorials Advisory Committee

The Memorials Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with standard agenda items including public comment, approval of previous minutes, and review of applications. No specific applications or proposals are listed in the agenda, indicating largely procedural business.

School Committee

This is a budget workshop meeting where the School Committee will receive information on the Superintendent's proposed FY26 budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to presentations and reports on the budget overview, financial summaries, and cost center details.

• Superintendent's Proposed FY26 Budget presentation
• Summary of Proposed FY26 Financial Reports
• FY26 Cost Center Summary Reports and Account Detail Reports
• Land acknowledgment recognizing Wôpanâak and Herring Pond Wôpanâak peoples

Cedarville Steering Committee

The committee will review two projects on Hedges Pond Road. These include a request for earth removal at Landers Farm Way and a site plan for a unified complex.

• Special Permit request for Landers Farm LLC to remove 2,007,086 cubic yards of gravel at 4142 Landers Farm Way
• Site Plan Review for a Unified Complex at 71 Hedges Pond Road
• Review of earth removal incidental to the 71 Hedges Pond Road project

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several Notices of Intent for residential and town projects. The body will also consider requests for amended conditions and certificates of compliance for completed coastal and dock work.

• Morton Park Road: Replacement of arch culvert over Town Brook and removal of a weir wall
• Morton Park Road: Replacement of box culvert over an unnamed tributary to Town Brook
• 26 Hog Rock Road: Raze and reconstruct single-family dwelling and install new Title 5 septic system
• 100 Gunning Point Road: Request to replace 733 ft² dock with a 600 ft² seasonal dock
• 20 Schubert Road: Notice of Intent to construct a sunroom addition with porch

Select Board

The Plymouth Select Board will hold an executive session to consider the “Plymouth 1,000 Acres” land conservation proposal. In the open session, the Board will vote on several items, including declining the right of first refusal on a 120,000‑sq‑ft parcel, approving a $94,000 donation of cemetery improvements, and authorizing a three‑year storage license agreement. Additional votes cover extending New Year’s Eve alcohol service hours to 2:00 a.m. on Jan 1 2025 and approving various license requests for upcoming holiday events.

• Executive session to consider the “Plymouth 1,000 Acres” land conservation proposal
• Vote to decline the right of first refusal to purchase a 120,000‑sq‑ft parcel (Parcel ID 050-000-004K-002U)
• Vote to accept a $94,000 donation of site improvements at Cedarville Cemetery
• Vote to execute a 3‑year storage license agreement with Olly deMacedo, America’s Hometown Thanksgiving, Inc.
• Vote to extend New Year’s Eve alcoholic beverage service hours to 2:00 a.m. on Jan 1 2025

School Committee

The School Committee is holding a budget presentation workshop to receive information on the proposed FY26 budget. The meeting includes a budget message, overview, and financial reports.

• Superintendent's Proposed FY26 Budget
• Summary of Proposed FY26 Financial Reports
• FY26 Cost Center Summary Reports and Account Detail Reports

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will vote on approving the Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP) for presentation to the Selectboard on December 17. They will also discuss tax title properties, including a parcel near Horse Pond NE Park, a possible trail system at a new cemetery, and updates on the Trails Working Group, Right to Farm, and sand and gravel mining at 71 Hedges Pond Road. Public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Vote to approve the Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP) and its December 17 Selectboard presentation
• Discussion of tax title #21066 (Case 22 TL 000962) against Kelley Family Trust for Horse Pond NE Park parcels (Plat 128, Lots 71-1, 71-24, 71-25)
• Discussion of new cemetery and possible trail system
• Discussion of sand and gravel mining at 71 Hedges Pond Road
• Update on Land Bank next steps and deed registration of conservation parcels

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss the AgCom section under Planning & Development for Plymouth On The Move. The body will also address old and new business.

• Discussion of Plymouth On The Move – AgCom Section under Planning & Development

Senior Task Force Committee

The Senior Task Force Committee will discuss planning for dementia training for community partners and review a marketing plan. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting
• Discussion and planning for dementia training for community partners
• Review of marketing plan
• Setting next meeting date

Airport Commission

This is a non-voting informational meeting. The Airport Commission's engineering consultant will present the Environmental Assessment Phase 2, followed by public comment on noise concerns from abutting neighborhoods.

• Informational presentation of Environmental Assessment Phase 2 by engineering consultant
• Public comment period on neighborhood noise concerns

School Committee

The Plymouth School Committee will hold a budget presentation workshop to receive the Superintendent's proposed FY26 budget. The meeting includes financial summaries and cost center reports. No votes are scheduled; this is an informational session.

• Superintendent's proposed FY26 Budget
• Summary of FY26 Financial Reports
• FY26 Cost Center Summary and Account Detail Reports
• Legislative update from Reps LaNatra and Muratore

Cedarville Steering Committee

The Cedarville Steering Committee will hold an open meeting on Dec 1, 2024 at the Little Red Schoolhouse. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the Nov 20, 2024 meeting and a discussion of properties on Hedges Pond Road. The committee will also consider any old or new business before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from 11-20-24 meeting
• Discussion of properties on Hedges Pond Road
• Consideration of old business
• Consideration of new business

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to sign warrants, review Chapter land liens, and discuss exemption applications. The meeting includes a closed executive session.

• Review and sign warrants for MV excise commitments
• Review and sign liens for Chapter land
• FY2026 Chapter Applications
• Executive session on MV excise abatements
• Other Business

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will meet to discuss Right to Farm and proposed Board of Health regulations. The meeting also includes time for old and new business and administrative scheduling.

• Discussion on Right to Farm and proposed Board of Health regulations

Plymouth Housing Authority

This is a special meeting of the Plymouth Housing Authority with the sole listed item being a facility tour at 10 Oak Street. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Facility tour at 10 Oak Street, Plymouth, MA 02360

Wastewater Groundwater Discharge Citizen Advisory Committee

The Groundwater Wastewater Discharge Citizen Advisory Committee will meet to review previous meeting minutes and receive a presentation from Weston and Sampson. The presentation likely covers technical aspects of wastewater groundwater discharge. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of minutes from August 26, September 30, and October 22 meetings
• Presentation by Weston and Sampson on groundwater wastewater discharge

Southern Plymouth County Public Health Excellence Collaborative

Representatives from six towns will meet to discuss public health staffing and grant procedures. The body will vote on guidelines for running PHE Grant Meetings and public comments.

• Vote on Guidelines and Procedures for PHE Grant Meetings and public comments
• Discussion of PHN and Community Outreach positions
• Update on Duxbury Health Profile and Algonquin Heights Health Survey Data
• Update on CivicPlus website design
• Update on North Plymouth and Wareham Advisory Groups

Cultural Council

The Plymouth Cultural Council will meet via Zoom to discuss grant applications. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Discuss grant applications

Retirement Board

The Plymouth Retirement Board will vote on warrants totaling over $10 million for September-November 2024, and review accounting reports. They will also discuss investment performance with Westfield Capital Management and Boston Trust, and consider a 2025 private equity commitment. Additionally, the board will act on new hires, buybacks, and retirements, and enter executive session to discuss ongoing litigation.

• Warrant #9 final: $6,668,461.04; Warrant #10 partial: $3,272,333.88; Warrant #11 partial: $109,460.60; Warrant #12 partial: $6,955.59
• Investment manager reviews: Westfield Capital Management and Boston Trust
• 2025 Private Equity Commitment discussion
• New hires: 9 firefighters, police officer, CPC coordinator, custodian, cafeteria worker, paraeducator; multiple buyback requests (military service) and retirements
• Executive session for ongoing litigation per MGL c.30A §21(a)(3)

Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee

The Committee will hold a public information session on a project to selectively harvest 30 acres of upland trees in the Town Forest to remove dead red pines and encourage pine barrens habitat, followed by a prescribed burn. The project aims to benefit the New England Cottontail and reduce wildfire fuel near Plymouth Community Intermediate School. Other agenda items include EEA updates, approval of October minutes, and new/old business.

• Public information session for the Town Forest Project with Nathan Cristofori at 7 PM
• Select harvest of 30 acres of upland trees to remove dead red pines and open white pine canopy
• Planned prescribed burn within the following year to encourage pine barrens recovery
• Goal to create pitch pine/scrub oak habitat for the protected New England Cottontail
• Wildfire fuel reduction in lands adjacent to Plymouth Community Intermediate School

Committee of Precinct Chairs

The Committee of Precinct Chairs will hear a presentation on the town budgeting process from the Town Manager and Director of Finance. Updates will also be given on the Master Plan Committee, the 2024 Fall Town Meeting review, the Plymouth 400 Legacy, and the Town Meeting Handbook. No votes are anticipated, but may be taken on any agenda item.

• Town Budgeting Process Presentation by Town Manager Derek Brindisi and Finance Director Lynne Barrett
• Master Plan Committee Update by Chair Steve Bolotin and COPC appointee Joe Hutchinson
• 2024 Fall Town Meeting Review
• Plymouth 400 Legacy Update by George McKay
• Town Meeting Handbook Update by Subcommittee Chair Carmen Lifrieri

Disability Commission

The Plymouth Commission on Disabilities is meeting virtually to approve minutes from June 27, 2024, hear updates from Emily Wilson, discuss accessibility issues, and talk about grants. Public comment will be taken. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2024
• Updates from Emily Wilson
• Accessibility discussion
• Grants discussion

Plymouth Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners

The Plymouth Redevelopment Authority Board will hold a regular meeting to review prior meeting minutes, financial reports, and receive updates on the 31 Strand project, board member appointments, and ongoing affordable housing and homeownership education programs. No votes on specific proposals or expenditures are listed on the agenda.

• 31 Strand project update
• Affordable Housing Lottery – Ready Renter program update
• Homeownership Education Certification program update
• Board of Commissioners Member At Large appointment update
• Financial reports for review

Cedarville Steering Committee

The Cedarville Steering Committee will discuss plans for Landers Farm, review a community survey, and hear updates from a police liaison and the Sagamore Bridge project team. The meeting is held at the Cedarville Fire Station.

• Presentation on Landers Farm plans
• Update on Cedarville Community Survey
• Update on Sagamore Bridge open house
• Update from Officer Alex Smolinsky
• Next meeting set for January 6, 2025

Affordable Housing Trust

This meeting of the Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust will include approval of October minutes, a financial update, and public comment. Trustees will hear reports on Habitat for Humanity, site visits at 195 and 396 Wareham Road, and an update on the Strand Avenue redevelopment plan. They will also discuss the Pulte Homes project at the Select Board meeting and a report from the Housing Authority on Oak Street rental housing.

• Report on Habitat for Humanity
• Site visit - 195 Wareham Road
• New Home - 396 Wareham Road
• Update on Redevelopment Plan for Strand Avenue
• Update from Housing Authority on rental housing on Oak Street

Municipal Hearing Officer

The Plymouth Municipal Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on November 20, 2024, to consider a petition from Eversource for underground utility upgrades. The project involves installing a handhole and conduit in the Right of Way of Muster Field.

• Public hearing on Eversource utility upgrade petition
• Installation of 93' of 3" conduit in Muster Field Right of Way
• Installation of a proposed handhole
• Meeting at Plymouth Town Hall, 26 Court Street

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will approve minutes from October meetings, discuss Town Meeting, assign budget sub-committee and liaison roles, and continue discussion on the Oak Street project audit which went over budget.

• Approve minutes of October 2 and October 19, 2024 meetings
• Discuss Oak St audit – project went over budget
• Assign budget sub-committee members and committee liaison roles
• Discuss Town Meeting warrant articles and related matters

North Plymouth Steering Committee

The North Plymouth Steering Committee will meet to discuss the recent Master Plan community meeting held on November 18 at Cold Spring School. The agenda also includes time for any unanticipated discussion or property matters. No votes or formal actions are listed; the meeting is primarily a discussion session.

• Discussion on the November 18 Master Plan meeting at Cold Spring School

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will decide on a request to install a fence/pet enclosure at 85B Taylor Avenue. It will consider a notice of intent to reconstruct and raise a stone revetment at 4‑7 High Cliff. The body will also review several Certificate of Compliance applications for septic upgrades, deck expansion, ditch cleaning, and coastal revetment repairs, plus two extension requests for water street pavement work and a garage project.

• 85B Taylor Avenue – request for determination of applicability for new fence/pet enclosure
• 4‑7 High Cliff – notice of intent to reconstruct stone revetment and raise wall 4‑5 ft
• 24 Priscilla Beach Road – certificates of compliance for septic upgrade, garage, driveway, breezeway, and deck expansion
• 50 Harlow’s Landing – partial certificate of compliance for coastal revetment repairs
• Water Street – extension of orders of conditions for final pavement and sidewalk restoration

Visitors Services Board

The Visitors Services Board will hear a request from Plimoth Patuxet to purchase two golf carts for $19,000. They will also review final grant requests for FY25, including $20,000 for the Waterfront Festival and $6,530.18 for BruinsFest. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, a tourism update, and discussion of old and new business.

• Plimoth Patuxet requesting $19,000 for two golf carts
• FY25 Waterfront Festival grant request for $20,000
• FY25 BruinsFest grant request for $6,530.18
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 15, 2024
• Tourism update by Lea Filson

Elderly & Disabled Tax Assistance Committee

The Elderly & Disabled Tax Assistance Committee will vote on final grant awards for tax assistance after reviewing applications and eligibility. They will also approve meeting minutes from October 22 and receive a fund balance update. This meeting determines which residents receive financial aid for property taxes.

• Approval of meeting minutes from October 22, 2024
• Review of Tax Assistance Fund balance
• Continued review of applications and eligibility for tax assistance
• Finalization of grant awards for tax assistance
• Discussion of new and old business items

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on administrative items including the release of meeting minutes, a $5,714 habitat conservation grant, and appointments to town committees. The meeting also includes a police department swearing-in ceremony and the consideration of amplified music and one-day wine and malt license requests.

• Authorize $5,714 habitat conservation grant for predator management at Plymouth Long Beach
• Vote on appointments to Cultural Council, Climate Action Net Zero Committee, and Agricultural Commission
• Consider amplified music permit for Stack Sports road race on Resnik Road
• Consider amplified music permit for Plymouth Downtown Waterfront District Holiday music event
• Vote on one-day wine and malt license amendment for America’s Hometown Thanksgiving

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will hold a remote meeting to reorganize the commission and discuss the Right to Farm bylaw and proposed Board of Health regulations. The agenda includes old and new business as well as administrative items. No specific votes or actions are listed; the items are discussions.

• Commission reorganization
• Right to Farm discussion
• Proposed Board of Health regulations discussion

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 17 caucus will first approve the previous meeting’s minutes. It will then receive updates on the town’s master plan progress, capital expenditures, and other reports, and discuss feedback from the recent town meeting. The agenda also includes introductory comments, reports from the memorial committee and distinguished visitors, and a review of old and new business before adjourning.

• Approve minutes
• Master Plan progress update
• Capital expenditures report
• Memorial Committee report
• Discussion of town meeting feedback

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to count Federal Write-in Absentee Ballots (FWABs) received for the November 5, 2024 election. This action is required by Commonwealth of Massachusetts law.

• Counting of FWABs for the November 5, 2024 election

School Committee

The Plymouth School Committee will consider approving a high school field trip to Peru and vote to request an election to appoint a new committee member. The meeting also includes the approval of a $743,855.21 accounts payable warrant and the receipt of a resignation letter from the committee chair.

• PNHS Peru international field trip request
• Vote to request election for new School Committee member
• Approval of Accounts Payable Warrant #S110724 ($743,855.21)
• Letter of resignation from School Committee Chair Michelle Badger
• Approval of Home Education Plans #147-25 through #150-25

Center for Active Living Advisory Board

The Center for Active Living Advisory Board will first approve the minutes of its October 10 meeting. The agenda then includes a Director’s Report, reports from the Chair, Vice Chair, and Friends group, committee updates, and a brief old business/new business segment followed by public comments before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from October 10, 2024 meeting
• Director’s Report
• Chair and Vice Chair reports
• Friends organization report
• Committee updates and old/new business discussion

Precinct Meetings (All)

This is a precinct caucus meeting for Plymouth Precinct 12. Members will discuss the Fall 2024 Town Meeting, receive updates on traffic lights at Long Pond and Halfway Pond Roads, the proposed development at 71 Hedges Pond Road, and a special permit for Landers Farm earth removal. Public comment is welcome. The meeting is held via Zoom.

• Discussion of Fall 2024 Town Meeting comments
• Update on traffic lights at Long Pond and Halfway Pond Roads
• Update on 71 Hedges Pond Road proposed development
• Update on special permit for Landers Farm earth removal
• Acceptance of minutes from 10/15/2024

Community Preservation Committee

The Plymouth Community Preservation Committee will review the CPA Fiscal 2026 Budget, including applications received, the Affordable Housing Trust, future town projects, proposed funding, and the operating budget. The meeting will also adopt the minutes from the October 24, 2024 session and hear public comments. Additional items include a finance department report on invoices and a housekeeping update before adjourning.

• CPA Fiscal 2026 Budget discussion (applications, Affordable Housing Trust, future projects, funding, operating budget)
• Adoption of minutes from the 10/24/2024 meeting
• Finance Department invoices and budget status report
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Building Committee

The Building Committee will discuss the status of the Memorial Hall RFP and project updates for Fire Stations 2 and 5. The body will also review closeouts for school roofs and the DPW Administration Building timeline.

• Memorial Hall RFP submission and review status
• Fire Station 5 project status and Fire Station 2 open house review
• Closeouts for West, Federal Furnace, and Indian Brook school roofs
• DPW Administration Building project status and OPM selection process
• Oak Street completion status and audit plans

School Committee

The Plymouth School Committee Budget Subcommittee will meet to discuss matters related to the development of the proposed Fiscal Year 26 operating budget.

• FY26 operating budget development
• Budget Subcommittee meeting
• Remote meeting via Zoom

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will discuss new business including a review of plans for a new ADA trail at Dark Orchard and pond remediation and trail improvements at Jenny Pond/Town Brook. They will also address tax title properties on Rear Granby and Center Hill Road, receive feedback from the Alpers Preserve hike, and discuss a new story walk at Seaside Trail. Old business includes the OSC Recreation Plan Outreach and Landbank topics.

• Review of plans for a new ADA trail at Dark Orchard
• Review of pond remediation and trail improvements at Jenny Pond / Town Brook
• Tax title properties: Rear Granby (contacting Fish and Game) and Center Hill Road, Lot 050-000-004K-003
• Feedback from Alpers Preserve hike
• New story walk at Seaside Trail

Land Use & Acquisition Committee

The Land Use and Acquisition Committee will discuss a Fall Town Meeting article, an appointee from the Conservation Commission, and a land evaluation for a parcel on Center Hill Road. Committee reorganization is also on the agenda. Discussion and possible votes are expected.

• Fall Town Meeting 2024 Article discussion
• LUAC Appointee from Conservation Commission discussion
• Chapter Land Evaluation for 050-000-004K-003, Center Hill Road
• Committee Reorganization discussion

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

The Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Advisory Committee is meeting to review reports and plan communications. The session includes discussions on a master plan event and an outreach strategy.

• Communications Subcommittee updated calendar digest
• Master Plan event and update
• CANZ outreach strategy

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to conduct an audit as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. No other specific items are listed on the agenda.

• Audit required by Commonwealth of Massachusetts law

Plymouth for All Committee

The Plymouth No Place for Hate Committee will hear reports from its Antisemitism & Islamophobia Sub-Committee, discuss MLK Day planning, and receive a report on a school incident. Members will also consider a City for Peace Initiative and a change in meeting room and date for future meetings. Several liaison reports from the Police, Select Board, Library, School, and others are scheduled.

• Antisemitism & Islamophobia Sub-Committee event report and future plans
• MLK Day planning update
• School incident report
• City for Peace Initiative discussion
• Proposed change in meeting room and date for committee meetings

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation will discuss operational updates including progress on 4 North construction, October numbers for Ride Circuit ridership and finances, the end of paid parking season on Dec. 1, and planning for 2025 permits for commercial fishermen and general parking. Other items include a request for unused bike racks, Thanksgiving parade shuttle planning, and a commemorative plaque. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and update.

• 4 North construction update
• End of paid parking season Dec. 1
• 2025 Permit season planning
• Commercial Fisherman Permits 2025 update
• Downtown Resiliency Project workshop Nov. 14

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission will hold public hearings for exterior alteration permits at 10 North Street and a demolition delay request at 66 Sandwich Road. The meeting will also include a presentation by the Mayflower Society and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public Hearing: Christine Silva Case 24-89 (10 North Street, exterior alterations)
• Initial Determination: Steven Balboni Case 24-90 (66 Sandwich Road, demolition delay)
• Presentation: Mayflower Society (Informal Discussion)
• Approval: Minutes from previous meeting
• Upcoming: Brenner Signs Case 24-88 (20 N. Park Avenue, signage) on Dec 11

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes, review FY2026 Chapter Applications, and sign liens for Chapter land. They will also sign motor vehicle and boat abatements for October 2024. The board will enter executive session to discuss excise abatements and Appellate Tax Board cases.

• Approval of minutes from October 29, 2024
• Review of FY2026 Chapter Applications
• Signing of liens for Chapter land
• Signing of motor vehicle and boat abatements for October 2024
• Executive session under MGL c 30A s21(a)(7) to discuss excise abatements and ATB cases

Plymouth Housing Authority

The Plymouth Housing Authority will meet to vote on approving Capital Fund Amendment #12 and the Federal Annual and Five-Year Plans. They will also discuss facilities updates at Cherry Hill and Northfield, including a generator replacement, roof replacement, and patio drainage projects. A tenant meeting regarding the High Cliff and Northfield RAD conversion is scheduled for November 19.

• Vote to approve Capital Fund Amendment #12
• Approval of Federal Annual and Five-Year Plans
• Cherry Hill generator and roof replacement updates
• Northfield patio and drainage project requiring CSC, CFC, and two approvals
• Tenant meeting for High Cliff & Northfield RAD conversion on November 19

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent for residential construction. The body will also review requests for certificates of compliance for completed projects, including a solar system installation.

• Request to replace a 4’ X 8’ deck and stairs with a 16’ X 8’ deck at 24 Oliver Neck Road
• Notice of Intent for a gangway and 8’ X 8’ dock at 165 Warren Avenue
• Notice of Intent for a two-story addition at 95 Sea View Drive
• Certificate of Compliance for a Dual Use PV Solar System at Off Black Cat Road/ 51 Watercourse Road
• Certificate of Compliance for removal of unpermitted fill at 37 Surrey Drive

Select Board

The Select Board will vote to approve a $289,575 grant for senior services and a $256,500 grant for a community energy advocate. The board will also consider issuing amplified music and one-day wine and malt licenses for events in December and November.

• Authorize $289,575 FY25 Local Councils on Aging Formula Grant
• Authorize $256,500 Mass Save Community First Partnership Program grant
• Vote to approve open meeting minutes from 10/29/24
• Vote to approve Spring Annual & Special Town Meetings as remote hybrid
• Vote to execute five-year docking agreement with American Cruise Lines

Precinct Meetings (All)

This is a community engagement meeting for Precinct 3 residents to discuss topics of importance and review Town Meeting articles. The agenda includes new and old business, with no specific proposals or dollar amounts mentioned.

• Discuss topics of importance to residents of Precinct 3
• Review Town Meeting Articles
• New Business
• Old Business

Harbor Committee

The Harbor Committee will review an approved ACL contract and discuss a pedestrian falling hazard at the Town Pier walkway. The body will also address aquaculture lease size discrepancies and various harbor maintenance items.

• Review of approved ACL contract with Selectboard Chairperson Dicky Quintal and Town Manager Derek Brindisi
• 10” drop on Walkway to Town Pier causing a falling hazard
• Aquaculture lease size discrepancies
• Repurpose or removal of Old HM building
• Maintenance of outflow pipe, Town Pier ladder, boat ramp cleats, and channel entrance buoy

Airport Commission

The Plymouth Airport Commission will discuss several proposed building updates and hangar developments. The meeting includes a review of noise and safety complaints and an update on the Environmental Assessment Phase II from Dubois & King.

• Proposed building updates from John Borland and Elks Club
• Hangar development discussion with Marc/Jason
• Proposed building addition by Rich Stefani
• Environmental Assessment Phase II update from Dubois & King
• Wastewater Treatment Plant and South Meadow Road Non-Aviation RFP updates

Little Red Schoolhouse Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Little Red Schoolhouse Committee. They will review previous minutes, discuss planning for the Christmas Tree Lighting, address caution tape needs, and coordinate the Toys for Tots drive. No budget items or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Review and vote on last meeting minutes
• Planning for Christmas Tree Lighting
• Discussion of caution tape needs
• Coordination of Toys for Tots drive
• New business

Board of Health

The Plymouth Board of Health will approve the minutes from the October 16 meeting and hear public comments. It will review a grease‑trap variance for the Seaside Club and multiple septic system variance requests for properties on Herring Pond Road and Wareham Road. An appeal of a tobacco‑sales violation by Manomet Liquors will also be considered, followed by the Director’s Report and updates on vaccination data and pest‑management plans.

• Grease Trap Variance request – Seaside Club (Eric Cirigliano)
• Septic Variance request – 191 Herring Pond Rd (Zac Basinski)
• Septic Variance request – 203 Herring Pond Rd (Zac Basinski)
• Tobacco Sales Violation Appeal – Manomet Liquors
• Variance for a third horse – 122R Drew Rd (Anita and Randy Galletti)

Plymouth Center Steering Committee

The Plymouth Center Steering Committee will discuss traffic issues on Nelson Street and receive a presentation from Detective Robert Shaw of the Community Connection Team. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Public comment period
• Discussion of Nelson Street traffic issues
• Presentation by Detective Robert Shaw (CCT Community Connection Team)

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will meet to discuss the Plymouth Farming Compact. The primary focus of the meeting is the review of proposed livestock regulations.

• Proposed livestock regulations for the Plymouth Farming Compact

Senior Task Force Committee

The committee will review a proposed dementia training program for community partners. It will also consider a marketing plan and set the date for the next meeting. Routine items include approving prior minutes and adjourning the session.

• Dementia Training for Community Partners' planning
• Marketing Plan
• Approval of minutes from 9/30/24 meeting
• Set next meeting date

Roads Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update on ongoing construction projects from James Downey, Assistant Director DPW. It will review old business items including Old Schoolhouse Road, crack sealing on Rogers Street for 2025, a snowplow request for Bramhall Lane, and roadway acceptance requests from Deer Pond Village Association and Sandy Pines – Copper Lantern. A new member, John O’Keefe, will be appointed, and the board will set future meeting dates.

• Appointment of new member John O’Keefe
• Update on ongoing construction projects (James Downey, Assistant Director DPW)
• Review of Old Schoolhouse Road and Rogers Street crack sealing for 2025
• Snowplow request for Bramhall Lane and roadway acceptance requests from Deer Pond Village Association and Sandy Pines – Copper Lantern
• Scheduling of next meetings: Dec 2, 2024 and Jan 6, 2025

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to discuss the development of the proposed FY26 operating budget and hold an executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy. The body will also review facility updates and approve various administrative items.

• Approval of Accounts Payable Warrant #S102424 in the amount of $1,800,394.16
• Recognition of Plymouth South High School for donating $1,206.59 to BID Plymouth
• Approval of Home Education Plans #143-25 through #146-25
• Request to dispose of obsolete equipment from Plymouth North High School (CC#331)
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy

Plymouth Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners

The Plymouth Redevelopment Authority Board will review financial reports, provide updates on the 31 Strand project, and receive a member-at-large update. The primary agenda item is the Affordable Housing Lottery – Ready Renter program and related homeownership education certification. The meeting also includes public comment, old and new business, and standard procedural items.

• Affordable Housing Lottery – Ready Renter program discussion
• Homeownership Education Certification update
• 31 Strand project update
• Financial reports presentation
• Public comment period

Southern Plymouth County Public Health Excellence Collaborative

The Southern Plymouth County Public Health Excellence Collaborative will review grant spending, staffing, and the formation of local advisory groups. The meeting includes a report on a respiratory illness project and updates on digital tools.

• Approval of September 11, 2024, Grant Committee minutes
• Review of Carver Health Profile and MAVEN respiratory illness data
• Discussion of non-allowable grant expenses
• Discussion of Wareham Advisory Group formation
• Update on eBiz digitization project

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss tax applications and settle levies for specific fiscal years. The session includes a review of boat warrants and an executive session regarding excise abatements.

• FY2026 Chapter Applications
• Petition to Settle the Levy for FY2009 and FY2010 Personal Property
• Warrant and commitment for Boat #1/2025
• MV excise abatements and ATB cases

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a Memorandum of Agreement with SEIU Local 888 and a five-year license agreement with American Cruise Lines. The board is also voting to open the 2025 Spring Town Meeting warrant and discuss updates to the Plymouth Training Green.

• Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with SEIU Local 888 for FY2025 through FY2027
• Five-year license agreement with American Cruise Lines
• Opening of the 2025 Spring Town Meeting warrant
• Amplified music and one-day alcohol permits for Grain Fest at 6 Spring Lane
• Auto Dealer Class I license for Scooter Lou Motors at 339 Lunn’s Way

School Committee

The Plymouth School Committee Budget Subcommittee will meet to discuss matters related to the development of the proposed Fiscal Year 26 operating budget.

• FY26 operating budget development discussion
• Remote meeting via Zoom
• Budget Subcommittee meeting

Master Plan Committee (2024)

The Plymouth Master Plan Committee will open the meeting and approve the minutes from the August 22, 2024 session. It will give updates on public engagement, including a meeting‑in‑a‑box outreach effort. The committee will announce upcoming public workshop dates on October 24, November 20, and December 5, as well as additional listening sessions, and then adjourn to attend a Master Plan public workshop.

• Approve minutes of August 22, 2024
• Update on meeting‑in‑a‑box outreach
• Announce public workshop series: Oct 24, Nov 20, Dec 5
• Announce listening sessions
• Adjourn to attend Master Plan public workshop

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is discussing the Fiscal 2026 budget, including funding and applications for open space, recreation, and affordable housing. The body is also reviewing the outcomes of several Fall Town Meeting articles.

• CPA Fiscal 2026 Budget discussion for Spring Town Meeting
• Article 10: Off Black Cat Open Space Purchase (Passed)
• Article 11: Full Sale Purchase for Open Space and Recreation (Passed)
• Article 12: Reduction of Fiscal 2025 Debt Service Budget (Passed)
• Article 13: Court Street Housing Affirmation Article (Passed)

Public Library Board of Trustees

The Plymouth Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on the September 25, 2024 meeting minutes. The board will receive reports from the Acting Library Director and the Literacy, Preservation, and Facilities committees. After the reports, the board will consider any old and new business items before adjourning.

• Vote on September 25, 2024 minutes
• Director’s Report by Acting Library Director Maureen Coleman
• Literacy Committee Report
• Preservation Committee Report
• Facilities Committee Report

Manomet Village Steering Committee

The Manomet Village Steering Committee will approve the draft agenda and minutes, hear a police liaison report, and discuss several community projects. Items include a request to move a No Turn on Red sign at Manomet Point Road and State Road, updates on Briggs Field, road condition reports for Old Beach Road, Vinal Avenue, and Samoset Avenue, and a MassDOT/OCPC corridor study outreach.

• Relocation request for No Turn on Red sign at Manomet Point Rd & State Rd
• Update on Briggs Field by Cynthia Goss
• Condition reports for Old Beach Rd, Vinal Ave, and Samoset Ave
• MassDOT/OCPC corridor study public outreach project by Alice Baker
• Police liaison report from Officer Paul Reissfelder

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission is meeting to discuss the Plymouth Farming Compact. The primary focus of the meeting is the review of proposed livestock regulations.

• Proposed livestock regulations within the Plymouth Farming Compact

Land Use & Acquisition Committee

The Land Use & Acquisition Committee will consider approving the September 25, 2024 meeting minutes. It will discuss a Fall Town Meeting 2024 article and an appointment from the Conservation Commission. The committee will also review Chapter land evaluation properties identified as 090-000-043-007, 092-000-011-002, and the Gilmore Cranberry Co. properties.

• Approve September 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discuss Fall Town Meeting 2024 article
• Discuss LUAC appointee from Conservation Commission
• Review Chapter land evaluation properties (090-000-043-007, 092-000-011-002, Gilmore Cranberry Co.)

Historic District Commission

The commission will hold a formal hearing regarding a certificate of appropriateness for exterior alterations at 7 Sever Street. Members will also hold preliminary discussions regarding window replacements and plans for the Plymouth Training Green.

• Formal hearing for exterior alterations at 7 Sever Street (Case 24-84)
• Preliminary discussion for window replacement at 21 Leyden Street
• Presentation of potential plans for the Plymouth Training Green

Wastewater Groundwater Discharge Citizen Advisory Committee

The Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee will approve the minutes from September 19, 2024, and receive updates on Long Beach, Whitehorse Beach, Morton Park, and Fresh Pond. The agenda includes a possible discussion of the Long Beach Revolving Fund and a dog‑related report. The meeting also allows for new business, open discussion, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Approve minutes 9/19/24
• Long Beach Revolving Fund/Dog Report (discussion)
• Long Beach and Whitehorse Beach updates
• Morton Park and Fresh Pond updates
• New Business/Old Business/Open Discussion

Elderly & Disabled Tax Assistance Committee

The Elderly & Disabled Tax Assistance Committee will meet to approve minutes, review applications, and finalize grant awards for the 2024 tax assistance program.

• Approval of October 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of tax assistance applications and eligibility
• Finalization of grant awards for tax assistance
• Update on the Tax Assistance Fund balance

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on a range of administrative items, including approving meeting minutes, rescinding a 1998 liquor policy, updating liquor‑license training requirements, and accepting several donations. It will also consider two grant applications: a $121,930 DOE Energy Efficiency Community Block Grant for lighting retrofits at three town‑owned facilities and a $17,330 DOJ grant to purchase six electric patrol bicycles for the Police Department. Public hearings will be held on liquor‑license transfers, a new liquor license, and an above‑ground storage license, and an award will be presented to the 2024 Edward W. Santos Community Service honoree.

• Authorize $121,930 DOE Energy Efficiency Community Block Grant for lighting retrofits at three town facilities
• Authorize $17,330 DOJ Edward Byrne grant for six electric patrol bicycles for the Police Department
• Approve a 5% increase in private contractor snowplow hourly rates for Fiscal Year 2025
• Public hearing on transfer of annual all‑alcohol restaurant liquor license to Gardenia Palace, 63 Long Pond Rd
• Public hearing on new annual all‑alcohol restaurant liquor license for Pattie Shack, 315 Court St

School Committee

The Plymouth School Committee will discuss a solar RFP presented by the Town's Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Planner. The body is also deciding on the FY26 Capital Improvement Plan and various overnight field trip requests for high school students.

• Solar RFP proposal presented by Michael Cahill
• FY26 Capital Outlay Expenditure Recommendations
• Accounts Payable Warrant #S101024 in the amount of $1,379,090.50
• Approval of Policy KDCB
• Field trip requests for DECA and SkillsUSA competitions in MA, FL, and GA

Select Board

The Plymouth Select Board will consider the proposed facilities bylaw language presented by Vice Chair Kevin Canty. The meeting also includes a Town Meeting general discussion and a period for public comment. Votes may be taken on any of these items.

• Review Proposed Facilities Bylaw Language (Kevin Canty, Select Board Vice Chair)
• Town Meeting General Discussion
• Public Comment

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee will meet to reconsider a proposed Charter Amendment regarding the qualifications for the Town Manager position. The Select Board has requested the committee restore language that sets minimum experience requirements for the role.

• Re-consideration of Article 24 – Charter Amendment Chapter 5 – Town Administration
• Discussion of Town Manager appointment qualifications (Section 3-4-2)
• Consideration of new information for Fall Town Meeting articles
• Meeting at Plymouth North High School, Room 125, 41 Obery Street
• Meeting scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 7:30 AM

School Committee

The School Committee is meeting to discuss Town Meeting issues in preparation for the Fall Annual Town Meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Discussion of Town Meeting issues for the Fall Annual Town Meeting

Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee

The committee will review EEA updates and approve the September 19, 2024 minutes. It will consider the Long Beach Revolving Fund/Dog Report and receive updates on Long Beach, Whitehorse Beach, Morton Park, and Fresh Pond. The meeting will also include open discussion of other beach and pond topics and set the next meeting date.

• Approve minutes 9/19/24
• Long Beach Revolving Fund/Dog Report
• Long Beach/Whitehorse Beach updates
• Morton Park/Fresh Pond updates
• Open discussion of beaches and ponds

Committee of Precinct Chairs

The Precinct Chairs Committee will consider the town's supplemental budget for the General Fund and capital project recommendations presented by the Director of Finance and department representatives. Members will also hear two motions—Article 29 and an Article 19‑29 consolidation—before moving to new and old business. The meeting concludes with public comment and scheduling of the next committee session.

• Approval of minutes for October 7, 2024
• Article 1 – Supplemental Budget – General Fund (presented by Lynne Barrett, Director of Finance)
• Article 4 – Capital Recommendations (presented by Lynne Barrett and representatives from Fire, DPW, School, Airport)
• Motion received: Article 29 (by Charles Vautrain, Town Meeting Member, Vice Chair, Precinct 4)
• Motion received: Article 19‑29 Consolidation (by Joe Hutchinson, Town Meeting Member, Chair, Precinct 17)

Building Committee

The Building Committee will discuss project updates for the Oak Street School, Memorial Hall, and various fire stations. The body will also review the status of the DPW Administration Building and school roof projects.

• Request for construction audit for Oak Street School
• RFP for consulting services for Memorial Hall
• Project status for Fire Station 5 and Station 2 walkthrough
• Open issues for West, Federal Furnace, and Indian Brook school roofs
• DPW Administration Building project status and OPM selection process

Disability Commission

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to review accessibility and hold a discussion regarding grants. The body will also receive updates from Emily Wilson.

• Approval of June 27, 2024 minutes
• Updates from Emily Wilson
• Accessibility discussion
• Grants discussion

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review several variance requests for grease traps and septic systems. The board is also discussing a proposed regulation to ban polystyrene food and beverage containers and reviewing lead testing in drinking water.

• Grease Trap Variance request: Shelly’s Tea Room
• Grease Trap Variance request: Hilton Garden Inn
• Septic Variance request: 79 Colchester Dr.
• Reduction in Setback for Addition request: 25 Wellington Rd
• Tobacco Sales Violation Penalty Appeal: Manomet Liquors

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 16 meeting will present and discuss Fall Meeting Warrants 1-18 and 30-33. This meeting is a continuation of the caucus process and will be cancelled if all warrants were covered on October 15.

• Presentation and discussion of Fall Meeting Warrants 1-18 and 30-33

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 11 meeting will review and discuss the articles included in the upcoming Fall 2024 Town Meeting warrant. Members may also address any old or new business items. No specific decisions or actions are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of articles in the Fall 2024 Town Meeting warrant

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 15 Town Meeting will open, take roll call, approve prior minutes, and discuss the Town Meeting warrant. The session also includes a period for public comment before closing.

• Open session
• Roll Call
• Approve Minutes
• Review & Discussion: Town Meeting Warrant
• Public Comment

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 4 and 18 caucuses will meet to fill a vacancy in Precinct 18. The meeting also includes discussions on the town charter and Town Meeting Articles.

• Election of candidate to fill vacancy in Precinct 18
• Discussion on Charter by Joe Hutchinson
• Discussion of Town Meeting Articles

Cedarville Steering Committee

The Cedarville Steering Committee will hold information sessions on the Sagamore Bridge project and on traffic safety concerns along the State Road corridor through Cedarville. The meeting will also provide updates on the Cedarville Community Survey and a Town Counsel notice about an Open Meeting Law violation. Public comment and questions will be taken before the meeting adjourns.

• Information session with Bryan Cordeiro (MassDOT Highway Division) on the Sagamore Bridge project
• Information session with a MassDOT Highway District 5 representative on State Road and Herring Pond Road corridor
• Update on the Cedarville Community Survey
• Update from Town Counsel via email regarding an Open Meeting Law violation
• Public comment and questions

Affordable Housing Trust

The Plymouth Affordable Housing Trust board will approve minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting and receive a financial update. Trustees will discuss possible developers for the tax‑title property at 195 Wareham Road, including Mass Housing, Habitat for Humanity, a private developer, and CPC funds. The board will decide whether to present to the Master Plan Committee or issue a statement, and will review affordable‑housing articles slated for the October 19 Town Meeting and an update on town housing initiatives.

• Approval of meeting minutes from August 21, 2024
• Financial update presentation
• Discussion of development options for 195 Wareham Road (Mass Housing, Habitat for Humanity, developer, CPC funds)
• Decision on presentation versus statement for the Master Plan Committee
• Review of affordable‑housing articles before the October 19 Town Meeting

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation is meeting to review operational updates and financial reports. The board will discuss parking permit preparations for 2025 and a contract for citation management.

• Construction update for 4 North
• Discussion of Citation Management Contract
• 2025 Permit season and Commercial Fisherman Permits update
• Ride Circuit September ridership numbers
• Review of September and October MTD financials

West Plymouth Steering Committee

The committee will receive updates on sidewalk projects and specific development proposals. The meeting includes the reorganization of the board and the introduction of new members.

• Carver Road sidewalk project update
• Route 80 sidewalks update
• Claremont Project (Colony Place, 55+ Apartments) status
• Energy North (2 Commerce Way) gas station/car wash project status
• Town of Plymouth Water Balance Program

Plymouth Housing Authority

The Plymouth Housing Authority is meeting to discuss modernization approvals and service contracts. The body will review 2025 Fair Market Rents and Payment Standards and provide an update on Oak Street.

• Physical Needs Assessment Contract for High Cliff and Northfield Streamline Conversion
• Emergency Fire Pump and Generator low bid approval for Cherry Hill
• Elevator Services Contract low bid approval
• IT Services Agreement bid rejection
• 2025 Fair Market Rents and Payment Standards

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 12 Caucus will meet to review articles for the Fall 2024 Town Meeting. The body will also consider the minutes from October 3, 2024, and discuss precinct issues.

• Review of Fall 2024 Town Meeting Articles
• Approval of 10/03/2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of precinct issues

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 16 Fall Town Meeting will approve the notes from the October 8 meeting, present Warrants 1‑18 and 30‑33, and hold discussion on those warrants. The agenda also includes old business, new business, a public comment period, and adjournment.

• Presentation of Warrants 1‑18 & 30‑33
• Discussion of Warrants 1‑18 & 30‑33
• Approval of meeting notes from 10/8/2024
• Old Business
• New Business

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 5 body will meet to discuss town meeting articles and the budget. Presenters will discuss specific articles, followed by a period for member questions and comments.

• Discussion of town meeting articles
• Discussion of the budget
• Setting a date for reorganization

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will consider several requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent related to property improvements and environmental management. Items include a request to install wooden stairs and widen a walking path at 140 Drew Road, vista pruning and invasive‑species management at 20 Bancrofts Landing, a wooden deck and re‑siding at 11 Lake Shore Avenue, demolition and reconstruction of a single‑family dwelling at 4 High Cliff, and a harbor upgrade at Water Street to replace piles, bracing, wave fencing and add a float for small cruise ships. The commission will also review partial certificates of compliance for rock revetment projects at 79 Willoughby Lane and 142 Florence Road. Administrative items include approval of September 10, 2024 minutes and a violation discussion.

• Request for Determination of Applicability to install wooden stairs and widen path at 140 Drew Road (Parcel Id: 088-000-006-008)
• Request for Determination of Applicability for vista pruning and invasive‑species management at 20 Bancrofts Landing (Parcel Id: 046-000A-158-000)
• Notice of Intent for a 11‑ft × 28‑ft wooden deck and exterior re‑siding at 11 Lake Shore Avenue (Parcel Id: 096-000-062-005)
• Notice of Intent to raze and reconstruct a single‑family dwelling at 4 High Cliff (Parcel Id: 007-000-042-000)
• Notice of Intent to replace deteriorating piles, bracing, wave fencing and install a float for small cruise ships at Water Street (Parcel Id: 14A, Town Wharf and T‑Wharf)

Visitors Services Board

The Visitors Services Board will discuss a grant request of $3,000 to repaint the Market Street mural. It will also review and approve final invoices totaling $27,500 for FY25 arts projects, including the Project Arts ($15,000) and Plymouth Library Arts Festival ($12,500). The board will approve the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting and receive a tourism update. Old and new business items will be addressed before adjourning.

• Grant request – repainting of Market Street mural ($3,000)
• Final invoice – FY25 Project Arts ($15,000)
• Final invoice – FY25 Plymouth Library Arts Festival ($12,500)
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 17, 2024
• Tourism update presentation

Center for Active Living Advisory Board

The Plymouth Council on Aging Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from September 12, 2024, and discuss the FY 2025-2029 Strategic Plan. The meeting will also include reports from the Director, Chair, Vice Chair, and Friends.

• Approval of September 12, 2024 minutes
• Director’s Report
• Report by the Chair and Vice Chair
• Friends Report
• Discussion and Approval of Strategic Plan FY 2025 – 2029

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 10 Caucus will meet to introduce members and hear public comment. The primary purpose of the meeting is to review and discuss all Fall Annual Town Meeting articles.

• Review and discussion of Fall Annual Town Meeting articles

Harbor Committee

The Plymouth Harbor Committee will review guidance for commercial lot users and discuss redevelopment needs for the state boat ramp at Chad and PHM. The meeting includes reports from the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Harbor Master, as well as updates on infrastructure items such as an outflow pipe, boat ramp cleats, and a channel entrance buoy. Additional topics cover the potential repurposing or removal of the old Harbor Master building and possible parking overflow at Benny's.

• Commercial lot users’ guidance for PGDC
• State boat ramp redevelopment needs/requests for Chad, PHM
• Outflow pipe
• Cleats for Town boat ramp
• Channel entrance buoy

Select Board

The Plymouth Select Board will vote to approve the Election Warrant for the November 5, 2024, state election and consider a one-day alcohol license request for a Halloween event.

• Vote to approve Election Warrant for November 5, 2024
• Jeff Cohen Charitable Foundation requests one-day alcohol license for Halloween benefit
• License covers 6:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on October 19, 2024, at Memorial Hall

Open Space Committee

The Plymouth Open Space Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss the Pollinator project at Crowley Preserve, vote on supporting the Landbank, and review the budget. The group will also address the Beaver Dam Road Conservation area and Story Walk feedback.

• Pollinator project at Crowley Preserve
• Vote on Landbank support
• Beaver Dam Road Conservation area
• Story Walk feedback
• Budget review

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss the Plymouth Farming Compact, specifically proposed livestock regulations. The commission will review these regulations and may adopt them. The meeting also includes routine items such as announcements, scheduling, and adjournment.

• Proposed livestock regulations under the Plymouth Farming Compact

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

The committee is meeting to review Climate Week and provide updates on the Master Plan. Members will discuss the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) launch and outreach strategies.

• CAAP launch and outreach/engagement strategy
• Master Plan event and update
• Climate Week review
• Potential future PSAs for PAC TV

Precinct Meetings (All)

Precinct 2 and 9 Town Meeting members will discuss and vote on a motion to take articles out of order, allowing sponsors to address the meeting. Members may also decide not to discuss certain articles if they are not in question. The meeting includes a public comment period before adjournment.

• Motion to take articles out of order for sponsors to speak
• Decision on whether to skip discussion of specific articles
• Public comment period at 8:50 pm
• Hybrid attendance: in‑person at Cold Spring Elementary Library and via Zoom

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 4 and 18 Caucus will meet to conduct business and hear public comment. The primary focus of the meeting is the discussion of Town Meeting Articles.

• Discussion of Town Meeting Articles

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Plymouth Precinct Meetings for Precincts 6, 7, and 14 will convene to discuss warrant articles and hear public comment. The meetings are scheduled for October 9 and October 16 at the Moose Lodge Hall in Manomet.

• Precinct 6 meeting at Moose Lodge Hall, 601 State Road, Manomet
• Precinct 7 meeting at Moose Lodge Hall, 601 State Road, Manomet
• Precinct 14 meeting at Moose Lodge Hall, 601 State Road, Manomet
• Discussion on Warrant Articles scheduled for 7:30 P.M.
• Additional meeting scheduled for October 16 at 7:00 P.M.

Plymouth for All Committee

The committee will review progress reports from the Antisemitism & Islamophobia and Strategic Review sub-committees. Members will also discuss planning for MLK Day and updates to the land acknowledgement and website.

• Antisemitism & Islamophobia Sub-Committee progress report
• MLK Day planning
• Strategic Review Sub-Committee report
• Website update
• Land Acknowledgement update

Historic District Commission

The Commission will hold formal hearings for certificates of appropriateness regarding exterior alterations and signage. The body will also make initial determinations on demolition delays for two properties. These decisions determine if changes to historic properties meet local standards.

• Exterior alterations at 27 Court St (Case 24-79)
• Signage at 10 Memorial Drive (Case 24-80)
• Exterior alterations at 34-36 Sandwich St (Case 24-82)
• Exterior alterations at 3 Howland Court (Case 24-83)
• Demolition delay determinations for 25 Knight’s Point Road and 26 Cliff Street

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct One caucus will hold an open meeting to hear public comments. Attendees will review the fall town meeting warrant articles. Any topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours in advance may be discussed before the meeting is adjourned.

• Open caucus meeting for Precinct One
• Public comment period
• Review of fall town meeting warrant articles
• Discussion of topics not anticipated 48 hours in advance
• Motion to adjourn

Precinct Meetings (All)

Precinct 13 will hold a fall town meeting caucus on October 8, 2024, to discuss articles for the upcoming meeting. The session will be held in the administration building conference room at Plymouth Airport and is an in-person-only event.

• Discussion of articles for Fall Town Meeting
• Public comment period
• Meeting location: Plymouth Airport administration building conference room

Precinct Meetings (All)

The body will present and discuss specific warrants for the Fall Town Meeting. These include a legislative petition regarding a Land Bank and charter amendments.

• Warrant 17/Legislative Petition regarding Land Bank
• Warrants 19 through 29 regarding Charter Amendments

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 8 Caucus will meet to discuss and review articles for the Annual Fall Town Meeting. The session includes a review of previous meeting minutes and a period for public comment.

• Review of Articles for Annual Fall Town Meeting
• Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will consider multiple applications, including requests for determination of applicability for deck replacement, seawall repair, demolition, and porch relocation, as well as notices of intent for pier and coastal stabilization projects. The commission will also review certificates of compliance for gabion and stone revetment work at 98 Shore Drive and a three‑year extension request for a single‑family dwelling on Off Light House Avenue. All items are subject to change before the hearing.

• Request for determination of applicability to replace a 52’ × 12’ deck with a 42’ × 12’ deck at 81 Gunners Exchange Road
• Request for determination of applicability to repair a stone seawall and add beach nourishment sand at 77 Manomet Avenue
• Notice of intent to repair pier, ramp and float system and replace support piles at 76 Warren Avenue
• Certificate of compliance to complete stone revetment and coastal bank stabilization at 98 Shore Drive (parcel SE57‑3075)
• Request for a 3‑year extension for construction of a single‑family dwelling on Off Light House Avenue, Western Point, Saquish

Elderly & Disabled Tax Assistance Committee

The Elderly & Disabled Tax Assistance Committee will consider approving the September 17, 2024 meeting minutes. It will receive an update on the Tax Assistance Fund balance. The committee will review applications and eligibility criteria for tax assistance. Additional new and old business items may be discussed before adjournment.

• Approve meeting minutes from September 17, 2024
• Tax Assistance Fund balance update
• Review applications and eligibility for tax assistance
• Discuss new business items
• Discuss old business items

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several collective bargaining agreements for police and fire personnel. The meeting includes votes on grant applications for infrastructure and safety equipment, as well as various one-day liquor licenses.

• Collective Bargaining Agreement for Plymouth Police Superior Officers’ Association (FY2025-2027)
• Memorandums of Agreement with IAFF Local 1768 for FY2022-2024 and FY2025-2027
• $99,902 MassDOT grant for sidewalks and crosswalks at Town Wharf
• $35,000 grant for battery-powered extrication tools and EV shutoff plugs
• LIP/LAU application for affordable housing project at 132/134 Court Street

Precinct Meetings (All)

All Plymouth precincts are holding a caucus to discuss Articles 19 through 29 of the Charter, review the Master Plan, and address old business regarding the Land Bank. The meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Redbrook Meeting House.

• Discussion of remaining Charter Articles 19-29
• Review of Master Plan progress
• Old business: Land Bank Redux
• Meeting location: Redbrook Meeting House
• Meeting time: October 7, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 17 Caucus will meet to discuss Charter Articles 19 through 29 and remaining articles. The body will also review progress on the Master Plan and the Land Bank.

• Discussion of Charter Articles 19 - 29
• Review of Master Plan progress
• Discussion of Land Bank Redux

Committee of Precinct Chairs

The Committee of Precinct Chairs will review several town articles including funding for pavement and repairs. The body will also discuss amendments to zoning bylaws regarding village open space and wetlands protection for vernal pools.

• Article 7: Pavement Management Stabilization Fund
• Article 18: M.G.L. Chapter 203C – Prudent Investment
• Article 15: Title V Repair Fund
• Article 16: Zoning Bylaw – Village Open Space Development Amendments
• Article 8: Amend Wetlands Protection Bylaw – Vernal Pools

School Committee

The Plymouth School Committee will consider several actions, including ratifying the successor COBRA contract for school years 2025‑2027. It will also review home‑schooling plans for the 2024‑2025 school year, approve an accounts payable warrant of $1,557,503.66, discuss FY26 budget priorities, and examine facilities needs such as a capital plan and a solar RFP for three high schools.

• Ratify the COBRA contract (SY2025‑2027) per the Memorandum of Agreement
• Approve Home Education Plans #131‑25 through #135‑25 for 2024‑25
• Approve Accounts Payable Warrant #S092624 for $1,557,503.66
• Discuss FY26 budget planning for the 2025‑2026 school year
• Assess facilities and infrastructure, including a capital plan and solar RFP for Plymouth South High, Plymouth South Middle, and Plymouth North High schools

Town Meeting Handbook Committee

The Town Meeting Handbook Committee is reviewing and revising the handbook used by Town Meeting Members. The body is discussing new topics for inclusion and determining how to incorporate the 2008 Rules to Govern TM Debate.

• Review of Rules to Govern TM Debate (4/5/08) for incorporation into the handbook
• Discussion of new topics: handbook goal/mission, mentors for new TMMs, and onboarding videos
• Review of edits made during the 8/21/24 meeting
• Discussion on whether the handbook will be reviewed by the Charter Review

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 12 caucus will meet on October 3, 2024 at 7 PM in the Cedarville Fire Station community room and via Zoom. The agenda includes accepting minutes from prior meetings, a public comment period, a presentation and discussion of articles for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting, updates on the Herring Pond Wampanoag land acknowledgement and the Master Plan, and other precinct issues. No formal decisions are listed; the items are for discussion and information.

• Presentation and discussion of 2024 Fall Town Meeting articles
• Herring Pond Wampanoag Land Acknowledgement update
• Master Plan meetings update
• Public comment period
• Accept minutes from previous meetings

Precinct Meetings (All)

The body will meet to discuss topics of importance to Precinct 3 residents. The agenda includes a discussion of Town Meeting Articles, new business, and old business.

• Discussion of Town Meeting Articles

Airport Commission

The Plymouth Airport Commission will review noise and safety complaints, approve minutes from August, and discuss building updates for the Elks Club and the Hangar Development project. The meeting will also cover the environmental assessment for the Dubois & King project.

• Review of noise and safety complaints
• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Building updates for Elks Club and Hangar Development
• Environmental Assessment Phase II for Dubois & King
• Right of first refusal for Port-a-port T-14

Little Red Schoolhouse Committee

The Little Red Schoolhouse Committee is meeting to review previous minutes and receive an update on the free library. The body will also discuss the Christmas tree lighting and any new business.

• Update on free library
• Christmas tree lighting

Cedarville Steering Committee

The Cedarville Steering Committee will hold an information session with invited guests about the development of 71 Hedges Pond Road. The meeting will also provide an update on the launch of the Cedarville Community Survey and include a period for public comment. Old and new business items will be addressed before adjourning.

• Information session on the development of 71 Hedges Pond Road
• Update on the launch of the Cedarville Community Survey
• Public comment period
• Old Business/New Business discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for October 16, 2024

Distinguished Visitors Committee

The Distinguished Visitors Committee will consider and approve the minutes from its September 11, 2024 meeting. It will then review the town's 2024 Schichigama program and discuss any other business items. No decisions beyond approval of minutes and program review are indicated.

• Approve meeting minutes for September 11, 2024
• Review of the 2024 Schichigama program
• Discussion of other business

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will review several Town Meeting articles, including a funding change for Article 4 and a proposed amendment to Article 17 regarding the Land Bank Financial Officer. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from four September meetings.

• Article 4: Funding change review
• Article 17: Proposed amendment to replace Finance Director with Land Bank Financial Officer or Director
• Article 27: Typo determination regarding committee absence percentage (70% instead of 30%)

Plymouth Center Steering Committee

The Plymouth Center Steering Committee will hear a presentation on Nelson Street traffic and the rail‑trail crossing, followed by a talk from Detective Robert Shaw of the Community Connection Team. The meeting includes a public comment period, as well as scheduled old‑business and new‑business items.

• Nelson Street traffic – rail‑trail crossing discussion (James Downey)
• Presentation by Detective Robert Shaw (Community Connection Team)
• Public comment period
• Old business items
• New business items

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to sign off on September abatements for motor vehicle and boat excise taxes. The board will also review specific warrants and commitments for motor vehicle cases.

• Review and sign September abatements for MV and Boat excise
• Review and sign warrant and commitment for MV #5/2024, #42/2024, and #49/2022
• Executive session to discuss ATB cases and September 10 minutes

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will review requests for dock construction at 72 and 165 Warren Avenue and a septic system replacement at 7 Asiaf Way. The meeting also includes administrative duties and a discussion on a Town Meeting Article.

• Review dock construction at 72 Warren Avenue
• Review dock construction at 165 Warren Avenue
• Review septic system replacement at 7 Asiaf Way
• Discussion on Town Meeting Article
• Violation discussion

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 17 Caucus will meet to review finance articles and budget items. The group will discuss specific articles including Title 5, a bylaw change, and a zoning amendment. The meeting also includes a progress update on the Master Plan.

• Review of Finance articles 9, 13 (MYGRYCO), 15 (Title 5), 16 (Bylaw change), 18 (Prudent Investment), and 30 (Zoning Amendment)
• Article 4 Line Item Budget
• Master Plan progress update

Wastewater Groundwater Discharge Citizen Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a presentation from Neal Price of Horsley Witten Group. Members will also discuss wastewater treatment facility activities and test wells surrounding those facilities.

• Presentation by Neal Price, Horsley Witten Group
• Update on wastewater treatment facility activities
• Discussion of test wells surrounding wastewater treatment facilities
• Scheduling of a site visit

Senior Task Force Committee

The Senior Task Force Committee is meeting to plan a dementia training program for community partners. The body will also discuss a marketing plan and an A&D promotion event.

• A&D Promotion Event
• Dementia Training for Community Partners planning
• Marketing Plan

Roads Advisory Committee

The Plymouth Roads Advisory Committee will meet to review ongoing construction projects, discuss old business including Rogers Street crack sealing, and consider roadway acceptance requests from Deer Pond Village and Sandy Pines.

• Review of ongoing construction projects
• Rogers Street crack sealing 2025
• Roadway acceptance request from Deer Pond Village Association
• Roadway acceptance request from Sandy Pines
• Discussion on next meeting dates (Oct 28, Nov 29)

Retirement Board

The Plymouth Retirement Board will conduct annual reviews with investment managers and discuss the use of a third-party death audit service to remove notary stamps from retiree affidavits. The board will also review warrants totaling over $20 million and process new hires and retirements.

• Annual Investment Manager reviews with RhumbLine, Lazard, Acadian, and Aristotle
• Vote on RFP for High Yield Manager interviews
• Vote on omitting notary stamps from annual retiree and survivor affidavits
• Warrants for review including Warrant #7 for $11,974,320.91
• Military service buyback for Shawn Bell totaling $2,094.36

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 15 Town Meeting Member Caucus will meet to review and discuss articles for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting. The meeting includes time for new business, old business, and public comment.

• Review and discussion of articles for Fall Town Meeting

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss modifications, deadlines, and the budget for CPA applications. The body will also review Town Meeting articles and a preview presentation scheduled for October 10th.

• Introduction of Housing Consultant
• Discussion of CPA Application modifications, deadlines, and budget
• Review of Town Meeting Articles A & F (Select Board & COPC) and Caucuses
• Finance Department report on invoices and article/budget status

Cedarville Steering Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss the resolution of an Open Meeting Law violation. The remainder of the meeting is reserved for old and new business.

• Discussion of resolution of Open Meeting Law violation

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will approve the September 12, 2024 meeting minutes and hear public comments. New business includes a discussion on Tax Title properties and several Trails Working Group projects such as pollinator planting at Crowley Preserve and Eel River Headwaters. The committee will also review feedback on the recycling and sustainability fair and consider updates on the Beaver Dam Road conservation area, Story Walk, landbank, and budget. The meeting is held via Zoom on September 26, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024
• Discussion on moving forward with Tax Title properties
• Pollinator project plans for Crowley Preserve and Eel River Headwaters
• Feedback on the Recycling & Sustainability Fair (Sept 21, 2024)
• Updates on Beaver Dam Road Conservation area

Land Use & Acquisition Committee

The committee will discuss a Land Use and Acquisition Committee appointee by the Conservation Commission for a Fall Town Meeting Article. Members will also discuss participation in and coverage of precinct caucuses. The meeting includes the evaluation of two specific land parcels.

• Discussion of LUAC Appointee by Conservation Commission for Fall Town Meeting Article
• Participation and coverage of precinct caucuses
• Land evaluation for parcel 055-000-044-000
• Land evaluation for parcel 059-000-027-048

Precinct Meetings (All)

Precinct 4 and Precinct 18 will hold a caucus to discuss Town Meeting articles, approve previous minutes, and conduct public comment. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at the Shallop Room in Town Hall.

• Approval of agenda and minutes
• Public comment period
• Town Meeting Articles discussion
• Old and New Business
• Adjournment at 9:00 p.m.

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Commission is meeting to review updates regarding Route 80 and the Fall Town Meeting. The body will also discuss access updates for White Horse Cemetery and updates for Cedarville Cemetery.

• Route 80 update/Fall Town Meeting
• White Horse Cemetery access update
• Cedarville Cemetery update

Public Library Board of Trustees

The Plymouth Public Library Board of Trustees will review a presentation regarding a proposed community service garden. The board is also tasked with voting on the minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting.

• Proposed Community Service Garden Edward M. Santos Memorial Committee presentation
• Vote on August 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation will review operational updates and financial reports. The board will discuss facility maintenance, transit ridership, and staffing needs for the winter season.

• Construction update and exterior doors for 4 North
• Ride Circuit August ridership numbers
• 23 Sandwich Street discussion
• Commercial Fisherman Permits 2025
• Review of PGDC Officers' positions

Historic District Commission

The Plymouth Historic District Commission will hold formal and informal public hearings to consider Certificate of Appropriateness requests for exterior alterations and signage at various properties on Main Street and Court Street. The meeting will also include a presentation on harbor seals and discussion of other business.

• Public hearings for exterior alterations at 30 Main Street, 27 Court St, and 34-36 Sandwich St
• Public hearings for signage at 35 Main Street and 9-13 Court Street
• Informal hearings for exterior alterations at 27 Court St, 34-36 Sandwich St, 3 Howland Court, and 7 Sever Street
• Presentation titled 'Seal'd with Art - Harbor Seals' by Amy Naples
• Upcoming hearings scheduled for October 9 and October 23, 2024

Select Board

The Select Board will consider appointments to the Historic District Commission and Agricultural Committee. The board will also review a Community Advisory Committee plan for the Plymouth Municipal Airport.

• Eversource utility petitions for Baldwin Circle, Plantation Road, and Old Sandwich Road
• Historic District Commission appointments for Michael Lombard and Charles Vautrain
• Agricultural Committee appointment for Daniel Green
• Plymouth Airport Commission Community Advisory Committee plan
• Tree Risk Assessment informative report

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss the proposed livestock regulations included in the Plymouth Farming Compact. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Proposed Livestock Regulations (Plymouth Farming Compact)

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 17 Caucus is meeting to discuss specific town articles and local infrastructure. The body will review enterprise funds and land use buffers. New business includes a law interpretation regarding affordable housing strategy.

• Articles 2, 5, 6, and 33 regarding Enterprise Funds
• Article 8 regarding Vernal Pools buffers
• Article 11 regarding Full Sail
• Affordable Housing Strategy KP Law Interpretation
• Infrastructure Costs and HOA Fees

Plymouth for All Committee

The committee will present and discuss results from a community survey regarding perceptions of bigotry and bias in Plymouth. The meeting will also include a discussion on the next steps for the strategic planning process.

• Presentation of NPFH survey results on community perceptions of bigotry and bias
• Discussion of strategic planning process next steps

Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee

The Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee will discuss updates regarding the EEA, Long Beach, Whitehorse Beach, Morton Park, and Fresh Pond. The committee is also scheduled to review and discuss the Climate Action Plan.

• Climate Action Plan review and discussion
• Long Beach and Whitehorse Beach updates
• Morton Park and Fresh Pond updates
• Community Wildlife Protection Plan discussion
• EEA updates

Committee of Precinct Chairs

The Committee of Precinct Chairs will consider an amendment to the town's Wetlands Protection Bylaw concerning vernal pools. The meeting will also review Community Preservation Act (CPA) articles 9 through 13. After new and old business, the committee will set dates for its next meetings.

• Article 8 – amendment to Wetlands Protection Bylaw (vernal pools)
• Articles 9‑13 – review of Community Preservation Act (CPA) items
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2024
• Scheduling of future COPC meetings on 10/7/24 and 10/17/24

Board of Health

The Plymouth Board of Health will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss several agenda items, including variance requests for a residential property and two septic system locations, a tobacco sales violation appeal, and tick information. The board will also vote on its meeting conduct and procedures and hear a director's report. A key discussion will be possible board support for the town's closure of public fields and parks. The meeting will conclude with announcements and adjournment.

• Variance request – Rooster, 31 James Cir. – Elizabeth Domozick
• Septic variance request – 18 Fresh Pond Ave – Joseph Kehoe
• Septic variance request – 85 Seaview Dr – Chris Sanderson, Merrill Engineers
• Tobacco sales violation appeal – Richard’s Wine and Spirits
• Possible BOH support for Plymouth’s closure of public fields and parks

Cedarville Steering Committee

The committee will hold an information session with invited guests regarding the development of 71 Hedges Pond Road. Members will also receive updates on Coastal Pine Barren signs and the Cedarville Community Survey.

• Information session on development of 71 Hedges Pond Road
• Update on Coastal Pine Barren signs
• Update on Cedarville Community Survey launch

Municipal Hearing Officer

The Municipal Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing regarding two petitions from Eversource Energy. The proposals involve installing electrical infrastructure to improve reliability in specific areas of Plymouth.

• Installation of one FO Pole 930/91.5, conduit, and nine manholes along Old Sandwich Road
• Installation of 13 splice boxes and cable in conduit at Baldwin Circle, Plantation Road, and Huntington Road

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to vote on the execution of the 2024 Annual Fall Town Meeting Warrant. The meeting is being conducted via a virtual hybrid format.

• Execution of 2024 Annual Fall Town Meeting Warrant

Visitors Services Board

The Visitors Services Board will consider two grant requests: $5,000 for the Waterfront Festival and $5,000 for Seal Public Art sculptures. A presentation on the Downtown Resiliency Project will be given. The board will approve final invoices totaling $2,995 and adopt minutes from the August 20 meeting. Additional updates on tourism and old/new business will also be discussed.

• Grant request: additional $5,000 for Waterfront Festival
• Grant request: $5,000 for Seal Public Art sculptures
• Downtown Resiliency Project presentation
• Final invoice: FY25 L. Knife Concert Series – $2,000
• Final invoice: FY25 Thirsty Pilgrim – $995

Agricultural Commission

The Plymouth Agricultural Commission will discuss the Plymouth Farming Compact, focusing on proposed livestock regulations. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, announcements, and administrative business like scheduling the next meeting.

• Plymouth Farming Compact – Proposed livestock regulations

Center for Active Living Advisory Board

The Plymouth Council on Aging Advisory Board will meet to conduct internal governance and receive reports. The board is scheduled to elect officers and approve modified bylaws.

• Election of Officers
• Approval of modified Bylaws
• Welcome of Select Board Liaison Charlie Bletzer

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Plymouth Precinct 12 caucus will meet to discuss and vote on articles for the 2024 Fall Town Meeting. The meeting will also cover updates on the Master Plan and other precinct issues.

• Accept minutes from June 3, 2024
• Presentation and discussion of 2024 Fall Town Meeting Articles
• Master Plan Meetings Update
• Herring Pond Wampanoag Land Acknowledgement Update
• Public Comment

Building Committee

The Building Committee will discuss the status of various town infrastructure projects, including school roofs and fire stations. The body will also review the timeline for the DPW Administration Building and the OPM selection process.

• Project status of MSBA school roofs at West, Fed Furn, and Indian Brook
• Status of Fire Station 5 and open issues for Fire Station 2
• Follow-up steps for the September 4, 2024, Oak Street School recommendation to the Select Board
• DPW Administration Building project status and OPM selection process
• Discussion regarding the Fall Town Meeting

Open Space Committee

The Plymouth Open Space Committee will approve the minutes from the August 22 meeting and present the Open Space and Recreation Plan. The committee will share announcements about upcoming community events such as the Fall Town Hike, a Recycling & Sustainability Fair, and a Story Book Launch. New business includes discussion of 71 Hedges Pond Road and the Trails Working Group, while old business revisits the Story Walk.

• Approval of Minutes from August 22, 2024
• Open Space and Recreation Plan presentation
• Announcement: Fall Town Hike – Oct 26, 2024 at Alper Preserve
• Announcement: Recycling & Sustainability Fair – Sep 21, 2024
• New Business: discussion of 71 Hedges Pond Road and Trails Working Group

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

The Plymouth Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, review reports from CRSP and the Communications Subcommittee, and discuss the launch of the Climate Action Action Plan (CAAP). The agenda also includes updates on a Master Plan event and working group reports.

• Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on CAAP (Climate Action Action Plan) launch
• CRSP’s Report
• Communications Subcommittee update
• Master Plan Event and Update

Distinguished Visitors Committee

The Distinguished Visitor Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes from July 24, 2024, and review spending approvals. The meeting includes a section for other business.

• Approval of July 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Spending approvals

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to conduct a recount for the Senate in General Court, Plymouth Barnstable District, Republican Primary.

• Recount for Senate in General Court, Plymouth Barnstable District, Republican Primary

Plymouth for All Committee

The committee will receive progress reports from sub-committees on strategic review, antisemitism, and islamophobia. Members will discuss MLK Day planning and engagement with the Plymouth Police. The body will also consider participation in town parades.

• MLK Day planning
• Engagement with Plymouth Police
• Antisemitism & Islamophobia Sub-Committee progress report
• Strategic Review Sub-Committee progress report
• NPFH participation in town parades

Southern Plymouth County Public Health Excellence Collaborative

Representatives from six towns will meet to review public health reports, discuss regional vaccine clinics, and address staffing changes. The agenda includes updates on the MAVEN system, PFAS in drinking water, and a resignation for a public health nurse position.

• Review Wareham Health Profile
• Discuss PFAS in drinking water
• Discuss PHN position resignation and replacement
• Discuss Regional Vaccine Clinic
• Discuss request for SSA to participate in Healthy Kingston Interview

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee is reviewing several Annual Town Meeting articles. Key items include funding increases for airport projects and a proposed utility easement for Eversource Energy.

• Increase local share of Airport Environmental Assessment by $1,099 to a total of $19,849
• Increase local share of Airport Runway 6/24 Design and Permitting by $10,000 to a total of $34,000
• Authorization for Select Board to grant Eversource Energy utility easements at Stephens Field
• Citizen's Petition for a moratorium on Plymouth airport runway expansion (marked No Motion, No Action)
• Citizen's Petition to amend Zoning Bylaw Section 205-10 for Multi-Family dwellings in the General Commercial District (marked No Motion, No Action)

Plymouth Center Steering Committee

The Plymouth Center Steering Committee will discuss a petition from MEGRYCO, Inc. for a 24-unit multifamily building. The proposal includes requests for several special permits regarding driveways, parking, and setbacks. Detective Robert Shaw of the Community Connection Team is also scheduled to speak.

• Petition for 24-unit multifamily building at 131 & 133 South Street
• Request to waive required parking spaces and reduce parking area width
• Request to waive front and side setbacks for the building
• Request for a driveway closer than 55 feet from the intersection
• Discussion on inclusionary housing per section 207-7

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold formal hearings on two Main Street projects and a Spring Lane renovation to determine if exterior alterations meet historic preservation standards. The body will also consider a demolition delay for a High Cliff Avenue property.

• Formal hearing for 30 Main Street exterior alterations (Case 24-72)
• Formal hearing for 0-6 Spring Lane renovation (Case 24-68)
• Initial determination for demolition delay at 4 High Cliff Avenue (Case 24-78)
• Formal hearing for signage at 35 Main Street (Case 24-76)
• Formal hearing for signage at 9-13 Court Street (Case 24-77)

North Plymouth Steering Committee

The North Plymouth Steering Committee will review a proposal to construct a 120,000‑square‑foot storage building for boats and a recreational facility at 227 Cherry Street. The committee will discuss the project's details during the new business portion of the meeting. No decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Review proposal for 120,000‑sq‑ft boat storage and recreation building at 227 Cherry Street

Board of Assessors

The Plymouth Board of Assessors will consider several items, including approving the minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting. It will review and sign August abatements for motor vehicle and boat excise taxes, and approve a warrant for the Title V property at 15 Sweeney Lane. The board will also sign the CP-1 form for FY2024 and hold an executive session to discuss FY24 abatement applications, motor vehicle abatements, FY25 3ABC cases, ATB cases, and related minutes.

• Approve minutes of the August 13, 2024 meeting
• Review and sign August abatements for motor vehicle (MV) and boat excise taxes
• Review and sign warrant for Title V – 15 Sweeney Ln.
• Review and sign CP-1 for FY2024
• Executive session to discuss FY24 abatement applications, MV abatements, FY25 3ABC’s, ATB cases, and executive session minutes

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will consider several Notice of Intent applications for new structures, docks, and building alterations at various parcels, as well as an amended order of conditions and certificate of compliance requests. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are presented for discussion and potential approval.

• Notice of Intent for a 120‑foot sunroom at 11 Provincetown View Road (Parcel SE57‑3378).
• Notice of Intent for a dock and access stairs at 165 Warren Avenue (Parcel SE57‑3380).
• Notice of Intent for an 80‑foot elevated dock, additional docks, revetment repair, and ecological restoration at 72 Warren Avenue (Parcel SE57‑).
• Notice of Intent to raze and rebuild a single‑family dwelling with a new well at 54 Fire House Road (Parcels 120‑035A‑021‑000 and 120‑035A‑022‑000).
• Amended Order of Conditions to raze and rebuild a single‑family dwelling with deck and utilities at 4 John Alden Road (Parcel SE57‑3334A).

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss multiple charter amendments and zoning bylaws for the Town Meeting Warrant. The board is also scheduled to vote on a collective bargaining agreement for the Plymouth Police Brotherhood and various funding allocations.

• Vote to ratify Collective Bargaining Agreement for Plymouth Police Brotherhood (FY2025-2027)
• Proposed $140,000 ARPA fund increase for the Oak Street Housing Project
• Application for $150,000 Governor’s Community Compact Cabinet grant for a Wage and Compensation plan
• Review of Charter Amendments (Articles 19-29) and Zoning Bylaw Article 16
• One-day alcohol license requests for Craft Beer Cellar (44 Main Street) and Plymouth Center for the Arts (11 North Street)

Senior Task Force Committee

The Senior Task Force Committee will approve the minutes from the 8/26/24 meeting, discuss an A&D Promotion Event, and consider dementia training for community partners. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from the 8/26/24 meeting
• A&D Promotion Event
• Dementia Training for Community Partners discussion
• Set next meeting date
• Motion to adjourn

School Committee

The Plymouth School Committee will vote on the consent agenda, adopt several staff job descriptions, and consider policy and program updates. Items include adopting a land acknowledgement, reviewing proposed charter revisions, and approving two large accounts payable warrants totaling $2,886,464.47. The meeting also includes public comments and student representative reports.

• Adopt Plymouth Public Schools Land Acknowledgement Letter
• Review and adopt proposed charter revisions for the 2024 Fall Town Meeting
• Approve Accounts Payable Warrant #5081524 for $1,202,602.02
• Approve Accounts Payable Warrant #5082924 for $1,683,862.45
• Adopt revised job description for Custodian 180‑Day Floater

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Plymouth Precinct 3 meeting is a community forum to discuss topics of importance to residents. The agenda includes Town Meeting Articles, New Business, and Old Business.

• Meeting location: 11 Lincoln Street
• Meeting time: 6:00 PM
• Topic: Town Meeting Articles
• Topic: New Business
• Topic: Old Business

Harbor Committee

The Harbor Committee is meeting to discuss maintenance and infrastructure at the Town boat ramp. The body will also review the repurposing or removal of the old Harbor Master building and a state redevelopment grant request.

• State boat ramp redevelopment grant request
• Cleats and restriping timeline for Town boat ramp
• Repurpose or removal of old HM building
• Ticketing at the boat ramp and pier
• Town wharf ladder near old HM building

Little Red Schoolhouse Committee

The Little Red Schoolhouse Committee will hold its regular meeting on September 5, 2024 at 6:30 pm. The agenda includes a call to order, a pledge of allegiance, a guest speaker, review of previous minutes, and new business before adjourning.

• Call to order
• Pledge of allegiance
• Guest Derek Brindisi
• Review of previous minutes
• New business

Cable Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee will examine a draft agreement between the Town of Plymouth and the cable providers PACTV and Local Seen. The committee will discuss the terms of the agreement and any recommendations before the meeting is adjourned. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom and will be recorded.

• Review draft agreement between PACTV/Local Seen and the Town of Plymouth

Building Committee

The Building Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the Oak Street School. No specific action items or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Special meeting regarding Oak Street School

Plymouth Center Steering Committee

The committee will hear a petition to place a warrant article on the Fall 2024 Town Meeting concerning 179 and 183 Court Street, the former Benny’s Shopping Center. The meeting also includes a public comment period, a presentation by Detective Robert Shaw of the Community Connection Team, and discussion of old and new business items. No agenda items are listed as decisions; the petition will be presented for consideration.

• Petition for warrant article for 179 & 183 Court Street (former Benny’s Shopping Center)
• Public comment period
• Presentation by Detective Robert Shaw (Community Connection Team)
• Discussion of old business items
• Discussion of new business items

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several Notices of Intent for construction and vegetation management. The body will also consider requests for Certificates of Compliance and a Determination of Non-Significance for structure removal.

• Notice of Intent for a single-family dwelling addition at 617 Bourne Rd
• Notice of Intent for a concrete foundation and 52 additional seats at 25 Town Wharf
• Notice of Intent for vegetation management and landscape improvements at 5 Barnes Lane
• Request for Certificate of Compliance for stone revetment construction at 8 Shore Drive
• Determination of Non-Significance for structure removal at 531 Federal Furnace Road

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will discuss several capital projects, including a truck replacement for the airport, cemetery road work, and water system upgrades such as the West Plymouth Booster Station design and Cherry Street improvements. It will also consider fire department equipment and a generator replacement for Manomet Elementary School before ranking the items.

• F350 Truck Replacement (Airport)
• Route 80 Cemetery work (DPW)
• West Plymouth Booster Station Design (DPW)
• Cherry Street Water System Improvements (DPW)
• Manomet Elementary School Generator Replacement (School Department)

Manomet Village Steering Committee

The committee will discuss a modification of an existing special permit for 693 State Road. Other agenda items include updates on fences and dunes at Taylor Ave and the MVSC Master Plan.

• Special permit modification presentation for 693 State Road by Kevin Flaherty
• Update on Taylor Ave fence and dunes
• Discussion of MVSC Master Plan
• Introduction of new member Anthony Mayo, Police Officer Liaison

Land Use & Acquisition Committee

The committee will meet to discuss an article for the Fall Town Meeting 2024. Members will also review Chapter Land Evaluation for three specific parcels and discuss a Conservation Commission appointee.

• Fall Town Meeting 2024 Article
• Chapter Land Evaluation for parcel 047-000-021-000
• Chapter Land Evaluation for parcel 063-000-010-000U
• Chapter Land Evaluation for parcel 051-000-012E-000
• LUAC Appointee from Conservation Commission discussion

Plymouth Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners

The Plymouth Redevelopment Authority Board will hear financial reports, including the yearly appropriations budget. Commissioners will receive updates on the 31 Strand project, the Affordable Housing Lottery (Ready Renter), and the Homeownership Education Certification program. The meeting also includes standard items such as public comment, old business, and new business.

• 31 Strand Update
• Affordable Housing Lottery – Ready Renter
• Homeownership Education Certification
• PRA Budget – Yearly Appropriations
• Public Comment

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 4 Caucus will meet to review Town Meeting Articles and receive a Master Plan update from David Peck. The meeting also includes presentations from CCT Detective Rob Shaw and Sergeant Bob Ferguson.

• Discussion of Town Meeting Articles
• Master Plan Update by David Peck
• Presentation by CCT Detective Rob Shaw and Sergeant Bob Ferguson

Public Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to receive reports from the Director and various committees. The board is required to vote on the July 24, 2024 minutes.

• Vote on July 24, 2024 minutes

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation will discuss financial reports and the 2023 audit. The board will also receive updates on construction projects and local event planning.

• 4 North construction update
• 15-23 Court Street update
• 2023 Audit review and discussion
• Ride Circuit July ridership numbers
• Planning for Waterfront Festival/Boston Bruins events and Thanksgiving Day Parade

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee will review supplemental budget items, including a $104,544 transfer for the police co‑response program, a $159,403 reduction in debt service, and a $1,145,130 increase to the salary reserve. It will also consider four Community Preservation Committee articles: a $1,150,000 acquisition of 93 acres at Black Cat Road, an $875,000 acquisition of a 15,771‑sqft parcel at 277 Taylor Avenue (Full Sail), a $56,395 reduction in debt service, and affirmation of a $1,000,000 affordable‑housing project at 132 Court Street. Public comment will be accepted before the meeting adjourns.

• Transfer $104,544 from Police salaries to co‑response program expenses
• Reduce debt service budget by $159,403
• Increase salary reserve by $1,145,130
• Approve $1,150,000 to acquire 93 acres at Black Cat Road and Watercourse Road
• Approve $875,000 to acquire 15,771 sqft at 277 Taylor Avenue (Full Sail) for recreation

Historic District Commission

The commission is holding hearings to determine if proposed exterior alterations and renovations at four different properties meet historic standards. The body will decide on Certificates of Appropriateness and one Certificate of Non-Applicability.

• 15 Town Square: exterior renovations (Case 24-69)
• 32-40 Court Street: exterior alterations (Case 24-71)
• 30 Main Street: exterior alterations (Case 24-72)
• 2–4 Watercure Street: exterior renovations (Case 24-75)

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will meet to review the codification of by-laws and the town charter. The body will also review Town Meeting articles and presentations.

• Committee Review of By-Laws/Charter Codification
• Review of Town Meeting Articles and Presentations

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider Notices of Intent for waiver requests regarding work within protected buffer zones. These requests involve residential rehabilitations, rebuilds, and additions.

• 191 Herring Pond Road: rehabilitation of dwelling, new Title-5 septic, and floating dock
• 203 Herring Pond Road: raze and rebuild dwelling, new Title-5 septic, and potable well
• 205 Herring Pond Road: raze and rebuild dwelling and garage, new Title-5 septic, and potable well
• 10 Howes Lane: replace deck and porches, lateral additions to dwelling, and grading
• Discussion of Town meeting article

Select Board

The Plymouth Select Board meeting on August 27, 2024 will consider several appointments, license requests, and capital article votes. Board members will vote on four vacant No Place for Hate seats, one vacant Zoning Board of Appeals seat, and multiple capital articles to be added to the 2024 Annual Fall Town Meeting warrant. Additional items include Eversource Energy’s petition for two new utility poles on Sandwich Road, an alteration request by Rye Tavern Corporation for outdoor dining, and various one‑day wine, malt, and all‑alcohol license applications for local events.

• Vote on four vacant No Place for Hate board seats (2 three‑year terms, 1 two‑year term, 1 one‑year student term)
• Vote on one vacant Zoning Board of Appeals seat (one‑year term)
• Review and vote to add Articles 4, 8, 14, 18, and supplemental budget articles to the 2024 Annual Fall Town Meeting warrant
• Eversource Energy petition to install two new poles (#877/14 and #877/14.5) on Sandwich Road for a new 48‑unit duplex development
• License applications: one‑day wine and malt licenses for Independent Fermentations Brewing (127 Camelot Drive) and Mayflower Brewing (12 Resnik Road); one‑day all‑alcohol licenses for Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra events at Plymouth Center for the Arts and Plymouth Memorial Hall

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss the Plymouth Farming Compact. The meeting also includes standard administrative items and the approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of the Plymouth Farming Compact

Wastewater Groundwater Discharge Citizen Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to organize its leadership by selecting a Vice Chair and Clerk. The session includes an introduction and the establishment of a meeting schedule.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Election of Clerk
• Establishment of meeting schedule

Senior Task Force Committee

The Senior Task Force Committee will approve minutes from the August 12 meeting, receive a status update on the A&D promotion, and hold a dementia training session presented by Molly Purdue. The group will also set the date for its next meeting before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from 8/12/24 meeting
• Status update on A&D promotion
• Dementia training presented by Molly Purdue
• Set date for next meeting
• Motion to adjourn

Retirement Board

The Plymouth Retirement Board will review warrants totaling over $16 million, a draft audit report for 2023, and a proposal to split the cost of a third-party death audit. The board will also consider military service buybacks and new hires.

• Warrant #6: $2,647,066.78 Final
• Warrant #7: $10,259,650.12 Partial
• Warrant #8: $3,487,192.86 Partial
• Warrant #9: $6,955.59 Partial
• Third-party death audit: $6,750.00 total cost

Precinct Meetings (All)

Town Meeting Members of Precinct 15 will meet to discuss the first draft of the Fall Town Meeting Warrant. The session includes time for new business, old business, and public comment.

• Review and discussion of the 1st Draft of the Fall Town Meeting Warrant

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review requests for additional funding for the Oak Street Housing project and present recommendations for Town Meeting articles, including affordable housing and open space projects. The meeting will also include a discussion on the CPA application and affordable housing consultant.

• Oak Street Housing Additional Funding Request
• Article 9: Megryco, Inc. Affordable Housing ($3,200,000)
• Article 10: Black Cat Road III Open Space ($1,150,000)
• Article 11: Full Sail Acquisition ($875,000)
• Article 12: Budget Amendment for Debt Service

Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee

The Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee will meet to discuss Morton Park and receive updates from the EEA. The agenda also includes open discussion regarding beaches, ponds, and a potential reorganization.

• EEA Updates
• Morton Park Discussion Part 1
• Discussion on beaches and ponds
• Potential committee reorganization

Airport Commission

At the August 22 meeting, the Airport Commission will hear the Community Advisory Committee sub‑committee present the draft Plymouth Airport Community Advisory Committee Plan and its application form for the Commission’s approval before forwarding it to the Plymouth Select Board. The Commission will also discuss whether to eliminate the scheduled meeting on September 5, 2024.

• CAC sub‑committee presents draft Plymouth Airport Community Advisory Committee Plan
• CAC sub‑committee presents CAC Application Form for Commission approval
• Discussion of possible elimination of the September 5, 2024 meeting

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will approve minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting and hear public comment. It will discuss feedback from the Selectboard meeting on the Open Space and Recreation Plan. Additional topics include the pollinator project at Crowley Preserve and support for urban forestry. The committee will also provide updates on a notable tree project and the town landbank.

• Approve minutes from the August 8, 2024 Open Space Committee meeting
• Public comment from Rob Adams
• Review Selectboard feedback on the Open Space and Recreation Plan (August 20, 2024)
• Discuss pollinator project at Crowley Preserve (sign donation, irrigation waterline, plants from County Farm)
• Update on notable tree project and landbank status

Master Plan Committee (2024)

The committee is meeting to discuss online survey results and key data trends. Members will also plan future public engagement events and a 'Listening Series' across various town neighborhoods.

• Update on on-line survey results
• Update on data analysis regarding key trends and findings
• Waterfront Festival Booth on August 24, 2024
• CAL Pop-up Event on September 6, 2024
• Listening Series in Cedarville, North Plymouth, Plymouth Center, West Plymouth, Manomet, Redbrook, and The Pinehills

Affordable Housing Trust

The Board of Trustees will review a financial update and discuss the Affordable Homes Act signed into law on August 5th. The meeting includes a presentation on the Cranberry Commons Community at Redbrook. Trustees will also address the tax title property at 195 Wareham Road.

• Cranberry Commons Community at Redbrook development
• Affordable Homes Act signed August 5th
• Tax title property at 195 Wareham Road
• Financial update

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider requests for determinations of applicability and a notice of intent for local projects. The body will also review certificates of compliance for solar and residential developments.

• Notice of Intent to replace timber boardwalk north of Lobster Hut at 25 Town Wharf with a concrete walkway
• Partial Certificate of Compliance request for dual use agriculture/solar array at 0 Black Cat Road/0 Watercourse Road
• Request for Determination of Applicability to remove house foundation and debris at 280 Rocky Hill Road
• Request for Determination of Applicability for natural gas pipe installation at 5 Barnes Lane
• Certificate of Compliance request for cottage demolition and modular home replacement at 17 Homer Avenue

Visitors Services Board

The Visitors Services Board will consider grant requests totaling $54,700 for local events and approve final invoices for the July 4th celebration and other programs. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes, FY25 event assignments, and a tourism update.

• Grant request for $5,000 for Wilde Irish Women/Emily Dickinson Concert
• Grant request for $49,700 for Dark Orchard Trail
• Final invoices totaling $67,880 for July 4th events and other programs
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 16, 2024
• FY25 Event Assignments

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 17 Caucus will meet to review minutes and discuss several local planning topics. The agenda includes reports on capital expenditures and the Community Planning Committee (CPC).

• Land Bank Master Plan
• S Wareham Rd Planning
• CPC Notes
• Capital Expenditures
• Memorial Committee

Legislative Oversight Committee

The Legislative Oversight Committee will discuss a previous Town Meeting article regarding the Hedges Pond Road Conservation Land and prioritize other past articles concerning land recording issues.

• Discuss Hedges Pond Road Conservation Land
• Prioritize past Articles on land recording issues
• Public Comment period
• Meeting held at Town Hall, Rope Walk Room

Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee

The Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee will receive updates on the EEA, Long Beach/Whitehorse Beach, and Morton Park/Fresh Pond. It will hold a first part discussion on Morton Park and review Stephen’s Field. The meeting will also include open discussion on beaches, ponds, forest management, letters, and a possible reorganization.

• EEA Updates
• Long Beach/Whitehorse Beach Update
• Morton Park/Fresh Pond Updates
• Morton Park Discussion Part 1
• Stephen’s Field

Committee of Precinct Chairs

The Committee of Precinct Chairs will meet to continue a discussion on land acknowledgement. The agenda also includes an update on unrecorded conservation land from the Legislative Oversight Committee and updates to the Town Meeting Handbook.

• Continued discussion on Land Acknowledgement
• Legislative Oversight Committee update regarding Unrecorded Conservation Land
• Town Meeting Handbook update

Disability Commission

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to review updates from Emily Wilson and discuss 2024 grant awards. The body will also approve minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting.

• Update on 2024 grant awards
• Approval of June 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates from Emily Wilson

Plymouth for All Committee

The Plymouth No Place for Hate Committee will review reports from its strategic review, antisemitism & Islamophobia, and land acknowledgement sub‑committees. It will discuss new business items including engagement with the police department, participation in town parades, a local PSA opportunity, and a Pride photo shoot. No formal decisions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Strategic Review Sub‑Committee progress report
• Antisemitism & Islamophobia Sub‑Committee progress report
• Engagement with Plymouth Police Department
• NPFH participation in Town parades
• Plymouth Pride NOH8 Photo Shoot

Airport Commission

The Plymouth Airport Commission held a workshop on August 14, 2024. Commissioners discussed two agenda items: the Community Advisory Committee and proposed updates to the airport’s minimum standards that would require lease payments when new construction begins. The agenda does not indicate any decisions were made.

• Community Advisory Committee
• Updates to airport minimum standards for lease payments on new construction

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss the Plymouth Farming Compact. The meeting also includes standard administrative items and the approval of previous minutes.

• Plymouth Farming Compact

Senior Task Force Committee

The Senior Task Force Committee will review the status of the A&D promotion, consider an action plan with associated pledges, and discuss recruitment of new members. The meeting will also set the date for the next gathering and handle routine approvals such as minutes.

• Status A&D Promotion
• Action Plan‑Pledges
• Committee Recruitment Discussion
• Next Meeting Date

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is reviewing article recommendations for Town Meeting. The body will discuss funding for housing units and land acquisitions, as well as a budget amendment for debt service.

• South Landing Apartments (131/133 South Street): 24 affordable housing units, $3,200,000
• Black Cat Road III: 93.03 acres, $1,150,000
• Full Sail Acquisition & Create Access: 15,771 SF, $875,000
• Oak Street Housing additional funding request and status update
• Budget Amendment for Debt Service

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to reorganize its membership and approve minutes. The body will review and sign motor vehicle and boat excise abatements from July 2024. An executive session is scheduled to discuss FY24 and FY25 abatement applications and ATB cases.

• Reorganization of the Board
• July 2024 motor vehicle and boat excise abatements
• Warrant and commitment for MV #4/2024
• Review of FY24 and FY25 abatement applications

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider a request to establish an oyster aquaculture site and a proposal to replace a cesspool with a septic system. The body will also review several requests for Certificates of Compliance for completed site work. Additionally, the commission will appoint a member to the LUAC Committee.

• Request for Determination of Applicability for an intertidal oyster aquaculture site north of Saquish Head
• Notice of Intent to replace a failing cesspool with a Title 5 septic system at 61 Blueberry Road
• Certificate of Compliance for aluminum stairway replacement at 5 Barnes Lane
• Certificate of Compliance for coastal bank repair and vegetation management at 5 Barnes Lane
• Certificate of Compliance for a single-family dwelling rebuild at 26 Oliver Neck Road

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a workshop on FY25 goals and priorities. The body is deciding on several liquor licenses, utility petitions, and the allocation of ARPA funds for health and park projects.

• Authorization of $150,000 in ARPA funds for the Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Project
• Authorization of $14,800 in ARPA funds for Fresh Pond Park Upgrades
• Vote to move forward with the Cedarville Dog Park Project
• Annual All Alcohol Restaurant License request for Grupo Pena, Inc. d/b/a Si Senor at 2240 State Road
• Eversource petitions for new poles on Wareham Road and Braley Lane

Airport Commission

The Plymouth Airport Commission will meet to review noise complaints, discuss proposed building updates, and address items including a wastewater plant update and airport budget.

• Review noise and safety complaints
• John Borland building update
• Elks Club building update
• Marc/Jason Hangar Development
• Airport Budget

Little Red Schoolhouse Committee

The Little Red Schoolhouse Committee will conduct a call to order, pledge, discuss reorganization of offices, review upcoming events, consider any new business, and then adjourn.

• Reorganization of offices
• Upcoming events
• New business

Plymouth Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial reports and yearly budget appropriations. The agenda includes updates on the 31 Strand project and the Ready Renter Program lottery.

• Yearly appropriations for the PRA budget
• Update on 31 Strand
• Ready Renter Program lottery updates

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Commission is meeting to review updates regarding Route 80, White Horse Cemetery access, and Cedarville Cemetery. The body will also vote to approve the minutes from the February 28, 2024 meeting.

• Route 80 update
• White Horse Cemetery access update
• Cedarville Cemetery update

Legislative Oversight Committee

The committee will review a presentation from the Committee of Precinct Chairs and discuss expanding the committee. Members will also decide on the organization of the September meeting and review the status of Town Meeting Articles regarding Land and Open Space.

• Review of Committee of Precinct Chairs presentation
• Discussion on expanding the committee
• Organization of the September meeting
• Review of incomplete procedures for Land and Open Space articles
• Final status update on past Land and Open Space articles

Retirement Board

The Plymouth Retirement Board will review financial reports and approve warrants totaling over $3.2 million for the upcoming fiscal period. The agenda includes updates on investment performance, new hires, and retirements, as well as a discussion on Special Municipal Employee status.

• Warrant #5: $3,204,426.53 Final
• Warrant #6: $2,667,024.15 Partial
• Warrant #7: $8,090,667.92 Partial
• Warrant #8: $6,955.59 Partial
• Discussion on Special Municipal Employee status

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 15 Town Meeting Member Caucus will review and approve minutes from the May 29th caucus. It will discuss the Town of Plymouth Land Bank presented by Steve Bolotin and consider a proposed Town of Plymouth Land Acknowledgement. The meeting also includes other topics, old business, public comments, and a closing.

• Review & approval of meeting minutes from May 29th caucus
• Discussion: Town of Plymouth Land Bank – Steve Bolotin
• Discussion of the proposed Town of Plymouth Land Acknowledgement

Community Preservation Committee

The Plymouth Community Preservation Committee will review several project applications, including an affordable housing proposal from Megryco, Inc. It will also discuss open‑space projects on Black Cat Road and Full Sail, and a historic preservation item for Bug Light. Additional agenda items cover finance department updates, grant project representation appointments, and the FY24‑25 CPA application review.

• Affordable Housing application – Megryco, Inc
• Open Space/Rec – Black Cat Rd (David Gould, DEE Director)
• Open Space/Rec – Full Sail (David Gould, DEE Director)
• Historical – Bug Light (presented by Dolly Snow Bicknell and Scott Day)
• Grant project representation – Plymouth Center for the Arts appointment

Board of Health

The Plymouth Board of Health will approve minutes from June and July, then review online information and consider authority to draft a rodent control regulation and SGAR pesticide policy. The board will discuss new measles cases, recent increases in COVID cases, and possible schedule changes. A discussion on styrofoam take-out container health hazards may lead to a town meeting by-law, followed by a director's report and announcements about a denied Holtec permit modification.

• Review and authority to draft rodent control and SGAR regulation
• Discussion of new measles cases and immunity information
• Discussion of recent increase in COVID cases
• Discussion of styrofoam take-out container hazards and possible town meeting by-law
• Chairperson announcement of MA DEP final denial of Holtec permit modification request

Land Use & Acquisition Committee

The committee will discuss the outcome of the July 23rd Select Board meeting and a future presentation to the board. Members will also evaluate three specific land parcels under Chapter Land Evaluation.

• Chapter Land Evaluation for parcel 082-000-012-047
• Chapter Land Evaluation for parcel 083-000-019L-000
• Chapter Land Evaluation for parcel 108-000-027C-000
• Discussion of new member appointee

Conservation Commission

The Plymouth Conservation Commission will meet via Zoom to consider a request for a determination of applicability, a notice of intent for invasive species removal, an amendment to an order of conditions, and several compliance certificates. The meeting will also include a request for a three-year extension on storm water permits.

• Request for Determination of Applicability: 543 Ship Pond Road RDA
• Notice of Intent: Eel River Preserve invasive species removal
• Amend Order of Conditions: 33 & 37 Manters Point Road septic system
• Certificate of Compliance: 109 Sea View Dr. pool construction
• Extension Request: 3-year extension for storm water and drainage permits

Committee of Precinct Chairs

The Committee of Precinct Chairs will meet to receive presentations on communication and land bank masterplans. Members will discuss traffic mitigation on specific roads and sand and clear-cut enforcement. The body will also review the Fall Town Meeting Warrant timeline.

• Traffic mitigation and safety for Bourne Road, Halfway Pond Road, and Long Pond Road
• Land Bank Presentation and Masterplan debrief
• Discussion on sand and clear-cut enforcement
• Legislative Oversight Committee and Charter Review Committee update
• Fall Town Meeting Warrant timeline (Open 07/30/2024, Close 08/09/2024)

Cedarville Steering Committee

The committee will meet to discuss a pending community survey with Marc Dahlgren. The agenda also includes the reorganization of the committee and reports from Officer Alex Smolinsky and State Rep. Mathew Muratore.

• Reorganization of Committee
• Community survey review with Marc Dahlgren
• Report from Officer Alex Smolinsky regarding Chief Flynn’s Community Connection
• Report from State Rep. Mathew Muratore

Senior Task Force Committee

The Senior Task Force Committee is meeting to review the status of A&D promotion and discuss pledges for an action plan. The body will also address member designations, terms, and officers.

• Status of A&D Promotion
• Action Plan-Pledges
• Member Designations, Terms, and Officers

Center for Active Living Advisory Board

The advisory board will meet to review previous minutes and receive reports from the Director, Chair, Vice Chair, and Friends. The agenda also includes committee updates and opportunities for old or new business.

• Approval of June 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Director's Report
• Chair and Vice Chair Report
• Friends Report
• Committee Updates

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 12 caucus will meet to accept previous minutes and prepare for the July 18 COPC meeting regarding traffic. The agenda also includes a Master Plan discussion and other precinct issues.

• Acceptance of June 3, 2024 minutes
• Preparation for July 18 COPC traffic meeting
• Master Plan meetings

Precinct Meetings (All)

Residents of Precinct 3 will meet to discuss topics of importance to the community. The agenda includes both new and old business.

• Discussion of resident topics

Airport Commission

The Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review noise and safety complaints. The agenda includes several proposed building updates and a request from Airport Plaza LLC to exercise a 20-year lease option.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• CPI Rent Rate Increase
• Airport Plaza LLC 20-year lease option request
• Proposed building updates from John Borland, Elks Club, Marc/Jason Hangar Development, and Rich Stefani
• Environmental Assessment Phase II regarding Dubois & King, Jeff Adler

Building Committee

The committee will review the status of Fire Station 2 closeout and Fire Station 5 progress. Members will also discuss summer construction for West, Fed Furn, and Indian Brook school roofs and updates on the DPW Administration Building.

• Fire Station 2 closeout status
• Fire Station 5 project status
• MSBA School Roof projects: West, Fed Furn, and Indian Brook
• DPW Administration Building Mary B Lane status

Little Red Schoolhouse Committee

The committee will review previous meeting notes and address a rental request. The agenda also includes an update regarding a birthday party.

• Question on a rental request
• Update on a birthday party

Open Space Committee

The committee is discussing various open space projects including the Fall Town Hike at Alper Preserve and a recreation plan outreach event. Discussion items also include tax title properties, trail accessibility, and updates on the Landbank and Notable Trees project.

• Fall Town Hike at Alper Preserve on October 26, 2024
• OSC Recreation Plan Outreach at Plymouth Library on September 12th
• Beaver Dam Road site visit scheduled for July 18, 2024
• Discussion of ADA compliant trails for new water stations

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a stable hearing regarding a request for three horses at 131 Sandwich Rd. The meeting includes discussions on heat illness, drowning risks, and the second Holtec whistleblower letter.

• Stable Hearing: Scottie Browning, 131 Sandwich Rd., request for 3 horses
• CDC Heat Illness Information posting
• Surgeon General’s Public Health Advisories regarding gun violence and social media
• Summertime Drowning Risk discussion
• 2nd Holtec Whistleblower Letter and Used Fuel Rod Dry Cask Storage Concerns

Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee

The Climate Action Net Zero Advisory Committee will meet to review reports from the Chair and CRSP. The agenda includes updates on the Master Plan event and a discussion regarding the CAAP launch.

• Chair’s Report
• CRSP’s Report
• Working Group reports
• Communications subcommittee report
• Master Plan event and update

Distinguished Visitors Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and refine its timeline. The agenda also includes spending approvals and other business.

• Approval of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Timeline refinement
• Spending approvals

Plymouth for All Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive reports from various community liaisons. Old business includes progress reports on sub-committees regarding strategic review, antisemitism, and islamophobia.

• Review of June 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Report on Plymouth Pride Festival
• Report on OCA awards ceremony
• Strategic Review Sub-Committee progress report
• Antisemitism & Islamophobia Sub-Committee progress report

Advisory & Finance Committee

The committee will meet to discuss a reorganization of the Advisory & Finance Committee. The agenda also includes an end of year transfer request that is currently listed as TBA.

• Re-organization of the Advisory & Finance Committee
• End of Year Transfer Request – TBA

Historic District Commission

The Commission will hold formal hearings regarding several exterior renovations and signage requests. The meeting also includes an initial determination for a demolition delay at 37 Manters Point.

• 65 Main St: Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations (post-facto)
• 12 Carver St Unit 3: Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovation (post facto)
• 5 Main St. Ext.: Certificate of Appropriateness for signage
• 11 North St: Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovation
• 37 Manters Point: Demolition Delay Initial Determination

Board of Assessors

The Board will review and sign motor vehicle and boat excise abatements for June 2024. An executive session is scheduled to discuss FY24 exemption applications, motor vehicle abatements, and other tax-related matters.

• Review and sign MV and Boat excise abatements for June 2024
• Executive session to review FY24 Exemption/Abatement applications
• Discussion of FY25 3ABC's and ATB cases

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several Notices of Intent regarding invasive species treatment at Eel River Preserve and residential work at 34 Harlow’s Landing. The agenda also includes requests for Certificates of Compliance for completed work at 37 Surrey Drive and 30 Water Street.

• Request to postpone hearing for walking path widening at 140 Drew Road
• Notice of Intent for invasive species treatment at Long Pond Road – Eel River Preserve
• Notice of Intent for revetment repair and driveway/yard work at 34 Harlow’s Landing
• Notice of Intent to demolish residence and rebuild at 14 Winter Street
• Certificate of Compliance requests for 37 Surrey Drive and 30 Water Street

Town Meeting Handbook Committee

The committee will meet virtually to review the second draft of the Town Meeting Handbook. The agenda includes discussion of new and old business.

• Review of second draft

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to vote on several administrative actions including opening the Fall Town Meeting warrant and approving a fire fighters' collective bargaining agreement. The agenda also includes public hearings for alcohol licenses and various municipal fund transfers.

• Public hearing for an annual all alcohol restaurant license for Salena at 170 Water Street
• Vote to approve the 2024 Fall Town Meeting warrant opening and closing dates
• Vote to ratify a collective bargaining agreement for IAFF Local 1768 for FY25 through FY27
• Vote to transfer $20,000 from the Town Clerk’s Election account to the operating budget
• Authorization of two fire safety grants totaling $11,362.03

School Committee

The committee will review MASC policy updates and a revised job description for the EdTV Video Production Assistant. Members will also consider several financial warrants totaling millions of dollars and approve home education plans.

• Review of MASC Policies I, J, K, and L
• Revision of EdTV Video Production Assistant job description
• Approval of Home Education Plans #015-25 through #027-25
• Accounts Payable Warrant #S062024 for $2,850,312.43
• Grants and Revolving Funds Warrant #G062024 for $287,042.15

Charter Review Committee

The committee will meet to conduct a final review of the Charter. The agenda also includes a review of the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting.

• Final Committee review of Charter

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission will meet remotely via Zoom to conduct regular business. The agenda includes the Plymouth Farming Compact and administrative tasks.

• Plymouth Farming Compact

Retirement Board

The Board will review financial reports, including several warrants and a trial balance of $255,305,346.64. Members will discuss hiring The Berwyn Group for retiree death audits and vote on attendance at the PERAC Emerging Issues Forum.

• Warrant #4 dated April 30, 2024: $38,192,148.22
• Warrant #5 dated May 31, 2024: $2,425,234.07
• Warrant #6 dated June 30, 2024: $42,144.66
• Warrant #7 dated July 31, 2024: $4,556,955.59
• Proposed hiring of The Berwyn Group for retiree death audits

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will review several funding applications for affordable housing, open space/recreation, and historical projects. The meeting also includes a review of the FY24-25 CPA application process and various finance department memos regarding account closures.

• Affordable Housing application by Megryco, Inc
• Open Space/Rec applications for Black Cat Rd, Full Sail, and Rocky Pond Rd II
• Historical applications for Bug Light and Little Red School House
• Finance memos regarding 1820 Courthouse Meals Tax Fund and administrative expenses
• Review of several account closures including Town Bell and Seaside Rail Trail

Southern Plymouth County Public Health Excellence Collaborative

The collaborative will discuss the FY25 Workplan and FY24 spenddown activities. The agenda also includes updates on public health nursing staff, an epidemiologist report, and support services at Algonquin Heights.

• Discussion of FY25 Workplan due June 28, 2024
• Review of Epidemiologist Report
• Update on PHN activities and transition plan
• Discussion of health survey at Algonquin Heights
• Identification of Wareham’s EJ service organizations

Disability Commission

The Commission will review the May 16th, 2024 minutes and receive updates from Emily Wilson. The meeting includes a discussion on 2024 scholarship awards and a new procedure for scholarship grant funds.

• Review of May 16th, 2024 minutes
• Update on 2024 scholarship awards
• Discussion of new scholarship grant funds procedure

Open Space Committee

The committee will discuss new business including a trail working group and various tax title properties. Members will also receive updates on the Open Space and Recreation Plan survey and outreach.

• Site visit for 95 Beaver Dam Road
• Update on Rear Granby
• Open Space and Recreation Plan Survey and Outreach status update
• Legislative proposal for Land Bank

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a reorganization including nominations and votes. The meeting includes several hearings for septic, pool deck, and grease trap variances, alongside discussions on infectious disease and heat illness.

• Septic Variance: 29 Kristin Rd
• Septic Variance: 84 Valley Rd
• Septic Variance: 20 Pokanoket Rd
• Septic Variance: 230 Roxy Cahoon Rd
• Pool Deck Variance: Plymouth Fitness, 16 Aldrin Rd

Plymouth Housing Authority

The Plymouth Housing Authority will meet to receive a report from the Executive Director and review facility updates. The meeting includes reviewing bid results for projects at Cherry Hill, Southfield, and HighCliff.

• Bid Results: Roof Replacement – Cherry Hill
• Bid Results: Replace Emergency Lights and Signs – Southfield
• Bid Results: Remove Wallpaper & Paint - HighCliff
• Update on Oak Street

Plymouth Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the 31 Strand project and the Ready Renter Program. The meeting also includes updates regarding a Board of Commissioners Member At Large position.

• 31 Strand Update
• Ready Renter Program update
• Board of Commissioners Member At Large update

Precinct Meetings (All)

The Precinct 4 caucus will meet to approve previous minutes and elect a new Clerk. The agenda includes updates on July 4 activities and information regarding the Master Plan Task Force.

• Election of Precinct 4 Clerk
• Update on July 4 activities and street closures by CCT Detective Rob Shaw and Sergeant Bob Ferguson
• Information from Charlie Vautrain regarding IT
• Master Plan Task Force update from David Peck

Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee

The Natural Resources and Coastal Beaches Committee will discuss several local site updates. Discussion topics include Long Beach/Whitehorse Beach, Morton Park/Fresh Pond, and Stephen’s Field.

• Long Beach/Whitehorse Beach update
• Morton Park/Fresh Pond updates
• Stephen’s Field discussion
• EEA capital improvement plan requests

Public Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to hear reports from the Director and various committees. The agenda includes a required vote on the minutes from the May 22, 2024, meeting.

• Vote on May 22, 2024, Minutes
• Director's Report
• Literacy Committee Report
• Facilities Committee Report
• Preservation Committee Report

Affordable Housing Trust

The Board of Trustees will review a Master Plan meeting report and discuss the use of tax title properties. The agenda includes discussion regarding the Habitat of Humanity House on Wareham Road.

• Master Plan Meeting Report
• Habitat of Humanity House on Wareham Road
• Use of tax title properties

Distinguished Visitors Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and refine its timeline. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a town gift and spending approvals.

• Approval of June 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Timeline refinement
• Town Gift discussion
• Spending Approvals

Plymouth Growth and Development Corporation

The PGDC Board of Directors will meet remotely to review operational updates and financial reports. Discussion items include construction progress at 4 North, various parking requests, and the 2023 audit.

• 4 North construction and building updates
• 15-23 Court Street agreement update
• Request for three Town of Plymouth parking passes for 1749 Court House staff
• Request for additional 15 minute parking space at the Waterfront
• Park Plymouth Staff wage consideration 2024

Advisory & Finance Committee

The Advisory & Finance Committee will review the May 15, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes an end of year transfer request regarding postage for the Town Clerk.

• Approval of May 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• End of Year Transfer Request – Town Clerk – Postage

Historic District Commission

The commission will hold a guidelines workshop followed by hearings for several properties. Items include requests for signage at 13-15 S. Park Ave and exterior renovations at 12 Carver St Unit 3 and 11 North St.

• Signage certificate of appropriateness: 13-15 S. Park Ave
• Exterior renovation (post facto) certificate of appropriateness: 12 Carver St Unit 3
• Exterior renovation certificate of appropriateness: 11 North St (Plymouth Center for the Arts)
• Discussion regarding North Plymouth Historic Expansion

Charter Review Committee

The scheduled meeting for June 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The next anticipated meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 2, 2024.

Conservation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent for residential construction and site work. Items include an ecological restoration project at Jenney Pond and various home additions or demolitions.

• Notice of Intent: Raze and rebuild single-family dwelling at 53 Provincetown View Road
• Notice of Intent: Construct deck extension, second story additions, and concrete patio at 86 Bay Shore Drive
• Notice of Intent: Construct inground pool and patio area at 2 Center Hill Road
• Notice of Intent: Ecological Restoration Project at 0 Town Brook – Jenney Pond
• Certificate of Compliance: Demolition of dwelling and deck at 107 Sandy Beach Road

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to vote on several grants, including a $3.6 million project for the Leo F. DeMarsh Boat Ramp. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding changes to the Rye Tavern Corporation restaurant license.

• Public hearing: Transfer of stock and change of officers/manager for Rye Tavern Corporation
• Acceptance of $3,659,600.00 grant for improvements at Leo F. DeMarsh Boat Ramp
• Acceptance of $395,902.00 HUD Community Development Block Grant for FY2025
• Application for $19,425.00 Workplace Safety Grant for Town employee training
• Application for $6,000.00 grant for a Re-Use Swap Shop Shed at the Town Transfer Station

Senior Task Force Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss status promotions. The agenda also includes member designations, terms, officers, and next steps for the action plan.

• Approval of Minutes from 6/3/24 Meeting
• Member Designations, Terms, and Officers
• Next Steps-Action Plan

School Committee

The Plymouth School Committee Advocacy Subcommittee will meet to discuss school bus fees and a Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) resolution. The agenda lists standard procedural items, including old business, new business, and scheduling for the next meeting. This notice contains no specific vote outcomes, dollar amounts, or detailed policy proposals.

• Discussion on bus fees
• Review of a MASC resolution
• Standard procedural items including old and new business

Master Plan Committee (2024)

The Master Plan Committee is hosting a public kickoff meeting to begin the community planning process. The event includes an overview of the planning process and small group discussions regarding the town's future vision.

• Master Plan Kickoff Meeting at Plymouth South Middle School Cafeteria