{
 "city": "Montague",
 "state": "MA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/rf-montague/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-05",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "LBSC meeting",
   "headline": "Library Building Steering Committee reviews final design and construction phases",
   "summary": "The Library Building Steering Committee will discuss the final design, construction phases, project milestones, and schedule for the Main Library Building Project. The meeting will also cover committee roles, potential subcommittees, and next steps.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-08-06_LBSC_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14175/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to hear public comment on new garage and state wetland rules",
   "summary": "The Montague Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed garage at 31-33 Randall Road and discuss MassDEP’s draft amendments to state wetlands and water quality regulations. The meeting is open to the public in person at Town Hall Annex or via Zoom.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Conservation_Commission_2026-0813_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14162/"
  }
 ],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Retirement Board",
   "headline": "Montague Retirement Board to approve $3.43M in July 2026 warrants and new members",
   "summary": "The Montague Retirement Board will meet on July 30, 2026, to approve monthly financial warrants totaling $3.43M, including a $3M transfer to the PRIT Fund. The board will also vote on new member appointments, a computer monitor purchase, and a schedule change for the Board Administrator. Travel expenses for an August training session and financial statements for May and June 2026 will be reviewed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Retirement_Board_2026-07-30_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14160/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-29",
   "body": "Montague Board of Health Meeting",
   "headline": "Board of Health to vote on updated well regulations and discuss housing enforcement",
   "summary": "The Montague Board of Health will hold its July 29, 2026 meeting to review and vote on updated well regulations, discuss enforcement related to a property at 4 Burek Dr, and address incidents involving unhoused individuals and temporary housing. The meeting will also include director and nurse reports on June 2026 activities.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-07-29_BOH_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/13950/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-29",
   "body": "Sheffield and Hillcrest Elementary School Building Committee",
   "headline": "School building committee to consider feasibility study funding for Sheffield Elementary",
   "summary": "The newly formed Sheffield and Hillcrest Elementary School Building Committee will hold its first meeting to organize, review its charge, and discuss the MSBA eligibility process. A key item is a possible vote to recommend that the Selectboard place an article on the October 2026 Special Town Meeting warrant to appropriate funding for a feasibility study for the Sheffield Elementary School project. The committee will also review the MSBA schedule, including a required local vote authorization by January 26, 2027.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/ESBC_Agenda_7-29-2026.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14170/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Selectboard Meeting",
   "headline": "Selectboard to vote on $2.55M in library construction contracts",
   "summary": "The Selectboard will consider authorizing two addenda totaling $2,554,150 for the Main Library construction project's construction phase — $570,000 for owner's project manager services and $1,984,150 for designer services, both funded by a state library grant and local appropriation. The board will also vote on a new building permit fee schedule, approve DPW summer paving plans, and act on personnel changes including a police detective promotion and a new wastewater mechanic appointment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-07-27__Selectboard_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14124/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Montague Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Montague Historical Commission to discuss Shea Theater upgrades and library artifacts",
   "summary": "The Montague Historical Commission will meet via Zoom on July 27, 2026, to review past meeting minutes and discuss potential exterior upgrades for the Shea Theater. Members will also consider where artifacts from the Carnegie Library should be stored and receive an update from the Parks & Recreation Commission.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/MHC_2026-07-22_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14171/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Library Trustees monthly meeting",
   "headline": "Library trustees to discuss gift policy and foundation",
   "summary": "The Montague Public Library Trustees will receive updates from several committees, including the Building Steering Committee and Budget Committee. They will also discuss committee assignments, a draft gift policy, and the possibility of starting a library foundation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-07-27_Lib_Trustees_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14173/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Montague EDIC",
   "headline": "EDIC to discuss library property transfer, Farren site, and ADU housing",
   "summary": "The Montague Economic Development and Industrial Corporation will discuss updates on the Montague Public Libraries Main Branch project, including property transfers from EDIC to the Town, and the former Farren site development with a public infrastructure grant strategy. The board will also consider housing needs and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), and recruitment strategies for two vacant EDIC seats.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/MEDIC_2026-7-16_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14169/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Selectboard Meeting",
   "headline": "Selectboard to vote on police staff restructuring and $492K road project",
   "summary": "The Selectboard will consider a police department staff restructuring plan, including a new Deputy Police Chief position and updated promotion policies. They will also vote on a $492,986 contract for the Montague Center Complete Streets project and a $7,000 planter maintenance contract. Additionally, the board will discuss a $6,000 transfer for RiverCulture and appoint a new Tree Committee member.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-07-13_Selectboard_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-07-13_Selectboard_Meeting_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14123/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Board of Assessors Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to vote on June abatement reports, hear FY27 revaluation update",
   "summary": "The Montague Board of Assessors will vote to approve monthly abatement and exemption reports from June and receive an update on the Fiscal Year 2027 revaluation, including workplan deadlines and inspection projects. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and may enter executive session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Board_of_Assessors_2026-7-13_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14165/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "GILL MONTAGUE COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING",
   "headline": "Gill Montague Council on Aging reviews grants, introduces new director",
   "summary": "The Council on Aging is meeting to approve May minutes, review financial reports including state and municipal grants, and hear the director's report. New business includes introducing Diane Pedrosa and discussing the Gill Digital Equity Grant progress.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/COA_Agenda_2026-07-13.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14167/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Pump station upgrade",
   "summary": "The Montague Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss various items, including a public hearing on improvements to the Denton Street pump station and a reported invasive species sighting. The agenda also includes review of weekly monitoring reports and old business. The meeting is primarily procedural and informational, with no major decisions expected.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Conservation_Commission_2026-07-09_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14157/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-30",
   "body": "Retirement Board",
   "headline": "Retirement Board to approve $412K warrant and cell phone stipend",
   "summary": "The Montague Retirement Board will vote on a $412,222.14 warrant for June 2026 and discuss a cell phone stipend for the new administrator. They will also review financial statements for March and April 2026 and discuss onboarding for the new administrator.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Retirement_Board_2026-06-30_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14159/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Montague Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Shea Theater awarded $87,500 MCC grant for upgrades",
   "summary": "The Montague Historical Commission will discuss a $87,500 Massachusetts Cultural Council grant for the Shea Theater, review minutes, and continue talks on the Strathmore Mill and village design guidelines.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/MHC_2026-06-29_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14158/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Selectboard Meeting",
   "headline": "Liquor license transfer hearing for Food City at 250 Avenue A",
   "summary": "The Selectboard will hold a public hearing on a liquor license transfer for Food City, consider multiple event-related road closures and special licenses, and review several personnel appointments and committee assignments. The board will also discuss a wayfinding signage plan, a tree committee proposal, and a final CDBG grant draw of $87,203.60.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-06-29_Selectboard_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-06-29_Selectboard_Meeting_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14122/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Selectboard Retreat",
   "headline": "Selectboard holds strategic planning workshop for FY27 priorities",
   "summary": "The Selectboard is meeting for a facilitated strategic planning session to build consensus on priorities for the FY27 fiscal year. No public engagement is scheduled, but the resulting strategy will be shared at a future meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/SELECTBOARD_2026-06-29_MEETING_Agenda_Strategic_Retreat.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14161/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Library Trustees monthly meeting",
   "headline": "Library trustees to hear updates on building, budget, and strategic planning",
   "summary": "The Montague Public Libraries Trustees will hold a regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, welcome a newly elected trustee, and receive updates from the director and several committees, including the Building Steering Committee, Strategic Planning, Budget, and Personnel. The agenda is largely informational with no major decisions or votes listed, though votes may be taken on items not anticipated within 48 hours.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-06-29_Lib_Trustees_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14154/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Montague Center Fire District Prudential Cmte and Annual Mtg",
   "headline": "MCFD annual meeting to vote on warrant, budget, and reports",
   "summary": "The Montague Center Fire District will hold its annual meeting on June 25, 2026, preceded by a prudential committee meeting. The committee will finalize the budget, review minutes, and discuss the ambulance study committee's next steps with the town, TFFD, and FRCOG. The annual meeting will include a chief's report, chair's report, and warrant votes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/MCFD_Annual_MEETING_NOTICE_AND_AGENDA.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14153/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Montague Board of Health Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to announce election results, reorganize, and discuss FY27 renewals",
   "summary": "The Montague Board of Health will announce the election of Michael Nelson to the board, reorganize for the upcoming year, and discuss several operational items including a mileage stipend increase, FY27 tobacco and trash hauler permit renewals, and the use of opiate abatement settlement funds.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-06-24_BOH_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/6-24-26_Signed_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/13949/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Cultural Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Montague Cultural Council discusses fall grants and recruitment",
   "summary": "The Montague Cultural Council will meet to approve minutes, discuss recruiting new members, hear the treasurer's report, and prepare for the fall grant season. The council will also discuss how to reinvigorate itself. Votes will be taken.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Cultural_Council_2026-6-23_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14155/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to review Farren Neighborhood zoning and design guidelines",
   "summary": "The Montague Planning Board will discuss draft zoning text and design guidelines for the Farren Neighborhood, including parcels on Rod Shop Road, Masonic Avenue, Cabot Street, and Depot Street, as well as the former Farren Hospital Site. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Planning_Board_2026-06-22_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14150/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "ZBA #26-08",
   "headline": "ZBA to hear request for side setback reductions at 194 Turnpike Rd",
   "summary": "The Montague Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Lindsey Lively for side setback reductions from 10 feet to 4 feet and 3 feet to build a storage shed at 194 Turnpike Rd in the RS-1 district. The meeting also includes opening procedures and possible board discussion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/ZBA_AGENDA_26-08.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14136/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Selectboard Meeting",
   "headline": "Selectboard to vote on police restructuring, drone deal, and $80,900 in contracts",
   "summary": "The Selectboard will consider several personnel actions, including a police department restructuring proposal and appointments for a reserve officer and summer DPW workers. They will also vote on contracts for a housing production plan ($45,200) and a shared-use path feasibility study ($35,700), plus a three-year electricity aggregation broker deal. A public hearing is set for a new common victualler's license and a pilot to extend liquor hours until 3 AM in designated districts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/2026-06-15__Selectboard_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14121/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission reviews Strathmore Mill demolition and boat ramp improvements",
   "summary": "The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Strathmore Mill abatement and demolition project and an amendment request from the US Geological Survey. The body will also consider a certificate of compliance for work at the Strathmore Mill Complex and an emergency certificate for boat ramp improvements.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Conservation_Commission_2026-06-11__Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14146/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Board of Assessors Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to sign Kearsarge PILOT agreement and motor vehicle commitment",
   "summary": "The Montague Board of Assessors will sign a PILOT agreement with Kearsarge for a solar site at 248 Millers Falls Rd., approve the third motor vehicle commitment, and receive an update on the FY2027 cyclical revaluation. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and motor vehicle exemption reports.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Board_of_Assessors__2026-6-10_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14148/"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Montague Retirement Board",
   "headline": "Retirement Board to interview candidates for Administrator position",
   "summary": "The Montague Retirement Board will interview two candidates for the Retirement Administrator position and vote to select a final candidate. The board will also discuss and vote on allowing the current Administrator to continue working part-time during the transition.",
   "agenda_url": "https://montague-ma.gov/files/Agenda_Special_6-10-26.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://montague-ma.gov/d/14149/"
  }
 ]
}