Rockland public meetings in 2023

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to discuss and interview a candidate for the Director of Assessing position. The board will also enter executive session to discuss salary negotiations and expectations for the role.

• Candidate discussion and interview for Director of Assessing
• Executive session regarding salary negotiations for Director of Assessing

Rent Control Board

The Rent Control Board will meet to discuss and vote on 2023 rent adjustment petitions for two communities. The board will also consider requests for certificates of eviction for residents of the Hillcrest Manufactured Home Community.

• Vote on Hillcrest 2023 rent adjustment petition
• Vote on certificates of eviction for Hillcrest Manufactured Home Community residents
• Vote on Live Oaks Village 2023 rent adjustment petition

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet for a working session to discuss financial and planning matters. The agenda includes updates on accounting and the status of available funds.

• Capital Planning
• ARPA Funds
• Accounting Update / Available 1&! Funds

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a dimensional variance for a property at 398-400 Plain Street. The board will also discuss proposed changes to Zoning Bylaws.

• Public hearing for ANS Construction LLC to raze a dwelling and build a new two-family dwelling at 398-400 Plain Street
• Variance request for total lot area requirements (seeking 8,067 square feet per unit instead of 32,670 square feet per unit)
• Discussion of proposed changes to Zoning Bylaws

Select Board

The Rockland Select Board will meet to discuss the FY25 preliminary budget and receive updates on regional expansion and community center feasibility studies. The board will also consider license renewals and specific one-day liquor licenses. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy for three separate legal matters.

• FY25 Preliminary Budget Submission
• One Day Liquor License for Bill Small, GAR Hall, 34 School Street, 12/23/2023
• Early Opening request for Player’s Sports Bar & Grille, 86 VFW Drive, 12/24/23 & 1/1/24
• Snow Stipend Approval for Highway Superintendent Dave Taylor
• Appointment of Dave Taylor to South Shore Recycling Cooperative

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Full Coalition

The coalition is meeting to discuss budget and Department of Public Health (DPH) updates. The agenda includes an introduction of a new 5C Planner and a review of EDS Plans.

• Budget updates
• DPH and HMCC updates
• Introduction of new 5C Planner
• Overview of EDS Plans
• ICS Certifications and HHAN/24-7

Region 5C Public Health Emergency Preparedness Full Coalition

The Executive Committee is meeting to review budget and Department of Public Health (DPH) updates. The agenda includes an introduction of a new 5C Planner and a review of EDS Plans.

• Budget updates
• DPH updates
• Introduction of new 5C Planner
• Overview of EDS Plans
• Review of ICS Certifications and HHAN/24-7

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review the FY25 budget and evaluate the Library Director. The board will also discuss space planning and updates to the building's bathrooms, drainage, and Children’s Room.

• FY25 Budget discussion
• Library Director Evaluation
• MBLC Grant Opportunities update
• Space Planning
• Building updates regarding bathrooms, drainage, and the Children’s Room

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Joint Board of Water Commission will discuss high consumption billing for Carol Mullen and Robert Fulten. The board will also consider edits to Q4 2023 water bills and the submission of town articles for water works improvement funding.

• High consumption billing for Carol Mullen (discussion and possible vote)
• High consumption billing for Robert Fulten (discussion and possible vote)
• Proposed edits to Q4 2023 water bills
• Review and possible vote on new water restriction signs
• Discussion on submitting town articles for joint water works improvement funding

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to review previous meeting minutes and a financial report. The meeting also includes time for commissioner comments and acknowledgments.

• Review of meeting minutes
• Financial report

Rockland School Committee

The School Committee will meet to discuss updates regarding Phelps Elementary School and review reports from district administrators. The body will also consider approvals for new fundraisers and a home school application.

• Phelps Elementary School update
• Approval of new fundraisers
• Approval of home school application
• Presentation by Principal Dr. John Harrison on Curriculum Corner
• Review of Julia DiCanzio Grant for Lab Investigations

Rockland Fire Station Building Committee

The committee will meet to discuss upcoming architectural studies for the fire station. Members are also required to be re-sworn in at the Town Clerk's office.

• Discussion of upcoming architectural studies
• Requirement for members to be re-sworn in

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a working session to discuss wastewater treatment plant projects and financial status. The meeting includes updates on specific infrastructure and a discussion on capital planning.

• Spruce Street ejector station update
• Digester piping update and financial status
• Year 2 I&I investigation
• Drainage discussion
• Capital planning discussion

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the classification of property for the Southfield District Tax. The meeting includes a budget report for Fiscal Year 2024 and a project update from BPD Union Point.

• Public hearing on classification of property for Southfield District Tax
• Withdrawal of CP Endeavor Holdings 18 LLC’s applications for a 99-room hotel
• Treasurer’s Report on Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Transfers and Adjustments
• Executive session regarding SRA v. LStar Southfield, LLC, et al litigation
• Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve or deny FY24 real estate exemption applications and review the November motor vehicle abatement report. The board will also discuss recommendations for residential and small commercial exemptions and a tax rate update.

• Approval or denial of FY24 RE Exemption Applications
• November End of Month MV Abatement Report
• Recommendations for Residential Exemption, Residential Factor, and Small Commercial Exemption
• Tax Rate Update

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding assessor reclassification. The board is also considering license renewals, a name change for the board via a charter update, and the re-appointment of Ad Hoc Charter Review Committee members.

• Public hearing on Assessor Reclassification with Director of Assessing Rachael Carlisle
• Charter Update regarding Select Board Name Change
• Re-appointment of Ad Hoc Charter Review Committee members
• License renewals
• Winter Parking Ban starting 12/1/23

MBTA Advisory Board

The MBTA Advisory Board will meet virtually to discuss transit operations and administrative business. The meeting includes an operations update from the MBTA Chief Operating Officer and a preview of 2024.

• Operations update on MBTA bus, subway, ferry, and commuter rail
• Discussion and action on July 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• MPO Designation letter notification
• 2024 preview

Park Department

The Park Department will meet to discuss the budget and articles for the upcoming year. The body will also review field and permit fees and provide updates on specific park projects.

• Discussion on next year's budget and articles
• Permit and Field Fee Discussion
• Letter to Selectman regarding Rail Trail dumping
• Updates on Turf & Softball Field and Hartdsuff Park
• Field and Permit update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to award a contract for recycling and trash collection. The board will also review the FY 2025 budget and a tobacco violation involving Family Dollar.

• Award of contract for Recycling & Trash Collection RFP
• FY 2025 Budget discussion
• Family Dollar Tobacco violation
• Trash Abatement approvals or denials for November and December
• Approval of October 18, 2023, meeting minutes

Rockland School Building Project Committee

The School Building Committee will meet to discuss the progress of the Phelps Elementary School building project. The committee is scheduled to review invoices, change orders, and the project punch list.

• Invoice review
• Change order review
• Project update
• Punch list review

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Authority is meeting to discuss the 2024 budget and potential personnel budget cuts. The board will also review the State of Management Agreement and a program increase for Old Colony Worker.

• Approval of Old Colony Worker Program Increase
• Discussion of the 2024 Budget
• Discussion on Personnel Budget Cuts
• Review of State of Management Agreement

South Shore Recycling Cooperative

The South Shore Recycling Cooperative is meeting to discuss solid waste challenges and review the Executive Director's report. The body will vote on the FY24 budget revision and the approval of October minutes.

• FY24 Budget revision vote
• Presentation by Danya Mahota of Bonsai Logic on plate recognition and payment systems
• Hauling, Pre-sorted recyclables processing, and C&D IFB
• Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depot status and fall summary
• Discussion on resident solid waste issues

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue discussions regarding a ground-mounted photovoltaic system. The board will also consider several payments for engineering and office services.

• Site & Design Ground Mounted Photovoltaic System at 276 Plain Street
• Payment of $1,328.43 to PGB Engineering for 365 Concord Street
• Payment of $676.68 to PGB Engineering for 333-343 Weymouth Street
• Payment of $280.00 to PGB Engineering for 405 VFW Drive
• Payment of $88.15 to WB Mason for office supplies

Charter Review

The Charter Review Committee is meeting to review the current town charter. The session includes a discussion with the UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management.

• Approval of 10/24/2023 minutes
• Discussion with UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management
• Review of highlighted areas of the current Town Charter

Rockland School Committee

The School Committee will review financial reports and monthly departmental reports for September and October. The body will discuss the FY24 budget and provide an update on Phelps Elementary School.

• FY24 Budget Update
• Phelps Elementary School Update
• Approval of fundraisers
• Travel Club Galapagos Islands 2026 Trip presentation
• 8th grade Project 351 ambassador presentation

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a working session to review administrative updates and accounting matters. The body will discuss the November EPA submission and engineering teams for the South Weymouth Naval Air Station.

• Review of November EPA Submission
• Review of Clarifier Purchasing Requirements
• Discussion of South Weymouth Naval Air Station (SWNAS) Engineering Team
• Accounting matters
• Planning for December meeting on drainage

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve or deny FY24 real estate exemption applications. The board will also review weekly invoices and end-of-month abatement reports.

• Approval or denial of FY24 RE Exemption Applications
• Review of weekly invoices
• Review of end-of-month abatement reports
• Discussion of upcoming ATB cases in executive session

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a hearing for an alcohol license transfer for EZ Mart and consider a one-day liquor license for the Rockland Memorial Library. The board will also review appointments for the Rent Control Board and Registrar of Voting, as well as re-appointments for two ad hoc committees.

• Alcohol License Transfer Hearing: EZ Mart, 339 Centre Avenue
• One Day Liquor License: Rockland Memorial Library for 12/7/23
• Appointment of Deborah Joyce to Rent Control Board
• Appointment of Pearce McNally as Registrar of Voting
• Re-appointments for Ad Hoc Charter Review and Ad Hoc Fire Station Building committees

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding a dimensional variance for a new two-family home and a request to allow a food truck at a business location. The board will also conduct a six-month review of a special permit for a cannabis business.

• Public hearing for 398-400 Plain Street to raze a dwelling and build a new two-family home on a 16,134 +/- square foot lot
• Public hearing for 16 Webster Street to allow a food trailer/mobile food truck in the turf field side yard
• Six-month review of special permit conditions for Rockland Old Exit 14, Inc. d/b/a Green Rock Cannabis
• Scheduling of 2024 ZBA Hearings

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to discuss the formation of an engineering team for future base project sewer needs. The board will also review project updates and a letter from Tetra-Tech. Other agenda items include staffing and financial updates regarding I&I funds and Monahan Rink funds.

• Formation of Engineering Team for Future Base Project Sewer Needs
• Spruce Street Pump Station Upgrade update
• Digester Piping Bids update
• Year 2 I&I Remediation and Investigation update
• Discussion of Tetra-Tech letter dated October 30, 2023

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Board of Directors and Applicable Subdivision Board will meet to discuss a term extension for an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with BPD Union Point LLC. The board will also review a subdivision plan for Winterwoods and the release of performance bonds for several streets.

• Amendment request to extend the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) with BPD Union Point LLC
• Winterwoods (a.k.a. Brookfield Village) Definitive Subdivision Plan
• Request to release performance bond and execute street acceptance plans for Chestnut Creek, Skyhawk Circle, Stonehaven Drive, and Streamview
• Executive session regarding SRA v. LStar Southfield, LLC, et al
• Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a working session to open bids for the Digester Piping Project. The board will also review an EPA submission and the current project list for publication.

• Bid opening for the Digester Piping Project
• Review of November EPA Submission
• Review of current project list for publication
• Discussion of December meeting regarding drainage

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Joint Board of Water Commission will meet to review financial and superintendent reports. The board will discuss and potentially vote on high consumption billing and water use restrictions.

• High consumption billing for Carol Mullen
• Water use restrictions and signage

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to review previous meeting minutes and a financial report. The meeting also includes time for commissioner comments and acknowledgments.

• Review of financial report
• Review of meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to discuss projects and hearings. The agenda includes a specific review of a Notice of Intent for a property on Josh Gray R.

• Notice of Intent for 92 Josh Gray R (DEP File No 273-0425)

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee will meet to discuss current class sizes and the 2023 School Resource Officer Memorandum of Understanding. The body will also receive a presentation on a 2026 Travel Club trip to the Galapagos Islands.

• 2023 School Resource Officer Memorandum of Understanding
• REF Grants awarded $40,000.00
• Travel Club Galapagos Islands 2026 Trip presentation
• Phelps Elementary School Project Update
• Superintendent's Evaluation Goals 2023-2024

Rent Control Board

The Rent Control Board will discuss and vote on rent adjustment petitions for Leisurewoods for the years 2022 and 2023. The board will also consider requests for certificates of eviction for residents of Hillcrest Manufactured Home Community.

• Vote on Leisurewoods 2022 rent adjustment petition
• Vote on Leisurewoods 2023 rent adjustment petition
• Vote on certificates of eviction for Hillcrest Manufactured Home Community residents

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Authority will receive a presentation regarding the current status of the old Holy Family School. The board will also receive an update on the status of the Management Agreement.

• Presentation of the Status of the old Holy Family School by Andrew Comollo of Connolly and Partners
• Update on the Status of the Management Agreement

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a working session to provide updates on wastewater projects and administrative matters. The body will review current project lists and discuss the allocation of funds for secondary legal opinions.

• Spruce Street Ejector Station project update
• Digester Piping Bid update
• Year 2 I&l Investigation update
• Allocation of funds for secondary legal opinions
• Review of Waiting List, Pending List, and I&l Ledger Account

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss the FY24 draft Action Plan and the library's meeting room policy. The board will also review building updates regarding the children's room and bathroom drainage.

• Review of draft Action Plan for FY24
• Meeting Room Policy discussion
• Building updates for bathrooms, drainage, and Children’s Room
• Holiday Stroll discussion
• Revision to Request for Reconsideration Form

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the Special/Annual Town Meeting Warrant. No other specific agenda items or dollar amounts were listed.

• Discussion of Special/Annual Town Meeting Warrant

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss the Special Town Meeting Warrant. No other specific agenda items were listed.

• Special Town Meeting Warrant discussion

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to review liquor license requests and annual renewals. The board will also discuss a Special Town Meeting scheduled for November 7, 2023, and provide an update on the emergency shelter.

• Requested 9:00am opening on 11/12/23 for Players Sports Bar & Grille at 86 VFW Drive
• Requested one-day liquor license for 4th Floor Artist Open Studios at 83 E Water St (11/18/23—11/19/23)
• Billboard update and HCA extension for W.N. Realty LLC at 61 Accord Park Drive
• Annual license renewals
• Emergency shelter update

Open Space

The Rockland Open Space Committee will meet to discuss proposed new Zoning Bylaws and Zoning District Maps. The discussion focuses on how the redevelopment of the former South Weymouth Naval Station affects Rockland open space.

• Proposed new Zoning Bylaws
• New Zoning District Maps for former South Weymouth Naval Station redevelopment

Planning Board

The Planning Board is scheduled to attend a Special Town Meeting. No other business or decisions are listed on this agenda.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve or deny FY24 real estate exemption applications. The board will also review weekly invoices and end-of-month abatement reports. An executive session is scheduled to discuss upcoming ATB cases.

• FY24 RE Exemption Applications
• End of Month Abatement Reports
• FY24 Certification Update
• Upcoming ATB Cases (Executive Session)

Park Department

The Rockland Park Department is meeting to discuss the use of the Stadium Field by a future baseball team and provide updates on turf and softball fields. The board will also address rail trail dumping and field permit fees.

• Discussion with Future Baseball Team regarding Stadium Field use and permit update
• Letter to Selectman regarding Rail Trail dumping
• Turf and Softball Field update
• Permit and Field Fee discussion

Cultural Council

The Rockland Cultural Council will review and evaluate grant proposals. The committee will also receive a treasurer's report on the balance of awards funds as of November 1, 2023.

• Evaluation of grant proposals
• Treasurer's report on awards funds balance as of November 1, 2023
• Selection of committee volunteers for a Grant Recipient Celebration

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to review and approve Warrant W19A24H regarding Emergency Management Department expenditures for an emergency shelter. The board will also discuss the upcoming Special Town Meeting scheduled for November 7, 2023.

• Review and approval of Warrant W19A24H for Emergency Management Department emergency shelter expenditures
• Discussion of Special Town Meeting scheduled for November 7, 2023

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Restoration Advisory Board is meeting to review progress on environmental resolution at the Former Naval Air Station South Weymouth. The session includes updates from consultants, TetraTech, and the Navy.

• Update on Former NAS Environmental Resolution cleanup sites
• Navy updates and action items

Open Space

The Rockland Open Space Committee will meet to discuss proposed new Zoning Bylaws and Zoning District Maps. The discussion focuses on how these changes pertain to Rockland Open Space regarding the redevelopment of the former South Weymouth Naval Station.

• Discussion of proposed new Zoning Bylaws
• Review of new Zoning District Maps for the former South Weymouth Naval Station redevelopment

Open Space

The Open Space Committee will meet to discuss proposed new Zoning Bylaws and Zoning District Maps. The discussion focuses on how the redevelopment of the former South Weymouth Naval Station pertains to Rockland Open Space.

• Discussion of proposed new Zoning Bylaws
• Discussion of new Zoning District Maps for the former South Weymouth Naval Station

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to open bids for a pump station upgrade. The meeting also includes introductions of new town staff and administrative updates.

• Open bids for the Spruce Street Pump Station Upgrade
• Introduction of Assistant Town Administrator Courtney Bjorgaard
• Introduction of Town Planner Alyson Quinn
• Discussion regarding a new Sewer Superintendent

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a working session to discuss obtaining second opinions on legal and environmental advice. The board will also review updates on the Spruce Street Pump Station and various remediation projects.

• New connection request for 405 VFW Parkway
• Discussion on new Superintendent and start date
• Spruce Street Pump Station Upgrade update
• Review of Digester Piping Bids and Generator Replacement
• Year 2 I&I Remediation & Investigation and Repair Work

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority board will meet to approve minutes, discuss an easement agreement with the Brookfield Village Homeowners Association, and review the treasurer's report. The agenda includes an executive session covering litigation strategy, real property matters, and nonunion negotiations, followed by a return to open session.

• Executive session to discuss strategy in SRA v. LStar Southfield, LLC, et al.
• Easement agreement between Brookfield Village Homeowners Association and SRA
• Update on signature authority for expenditures and payroll
• Discussion and possible votes on retirement and other post-employment benefits

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is reviewing account activity and discussing upcoming community events. The meeting includes updates on the 150th Celebration planning and the debut of a new website.

• Preliminary CPC application deadline for Tramp House Phase 3 and Civil War Sketch Book projects
• Review of reimbursement for Art in the Rotunda postcard costs
• Planning for upcoming Art In the Rotunda Event on 11/8/23
• Discussion regarding website functionality at www.historicrockland.org
• Holiday Stroll planning

Rockland School Building Project Committee

This is a procedural meeting notice for the Rockland School Building Project Committee. The agenda contains only the date, time, and remote access details for the Oct 24, 2023 meeting; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Meeting scheduled for Oct 24, 2023 at 5:00 PM ET
• Remote participation via Zoom only

Open Space

The Rockland Open Space Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed new Zoning Bylaws and Zoning District Maps for the redevelopment of the former South Weymouth Naval Station, specifically as they relate to Rockland Open Space. The agenda also includes minutes and administration items, plus a placeholder for unanticipated items.

• Discussion of proposed new Zoning Bylaws and Zoning District Maps for former South Weymouth Naval Station redevelopment
• Minutes approval
• Administration items
• Items not anticipated that may come before the Committee

Planning Board

The Rockland Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with two new business items: a site and design review for a garage at 405 VFW Drive, and an informational-only presentation for 258 Union Street. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes, pay invoices, and hear an update on upcoming activity.

• 405 VFW Drive, garage site and design review, Map 20 Lot 50
• 258 Union Street, informational-only presentation by Ben Lee Architects, Map 39 Lot 203
• Approve minutes from September 26, 2023 meeting
• Pay PGB Engineering $156.00 for 0 Dyer Street construction review
• Pay secretary $225.00 for October 24, 2023 meeting

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving financial reports, and reviewing old and new business items. Key items include an update on the Phelps Elementary School project, second reading of homeschool applications, approval of fundraisers, and the October 1st enrollment report.

• Financial reports for School Department, High School Student Activities, Middle School Student Activities, and Cafeteria
• Phelps Elementary School Project Update
• Home School Applications (2nd reading)
• Fundraisers for Approval
• 2023 October 1st Enrollment report

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will reorganize its membership and re-open the 2024 Capital Plan to review items that have increased in price. Specific agenda items include the Police Station Roof and HVAC, as well as Fire Station Feasibility Studies. The committee will also discuss additional articles required before the November Special Town Meeting.

• Reorganization of the Capital Planning Committee
• Review of price increases in the 2024 Capital Plan
• Police Station Roof and HVAC project
• Fire Station Feasibility Studies

Board of Health

The Rockland Board of Health is meeting to decide on trash abatement actions for September and October, and to approve or deny the revised June 29, 2023 meeting minutes and the August 15, 2023 minutes. The agenda also includes new business, old business, and a health agent report. No other substantive items are listed.

• Trash abatement approval/denial for September and October
• Revised June 29, 2023 meeting minutes approval/denial
• August 15, 2023 meeting minutes approval/denial
• Health agent report

Board of Assessors

The Rockland Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving minutes, reviewing weekly invoices, and deciding on FY24 real estate exemption applications. They will also receive an update from the Director of Assessing and discuss upcoming Appellate Tax Board cases in executive session.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Weekly invoices
• Approve/deny FY24 real estate exemption applications
• End of month abatement reports
• Executive session on upcoming ATB cases

Select Board

The Rockland Select Board will consider entertainment and food service licenses for two businesses, review and approve the results of a $1.5 million sewer department borrowing, and discuss and sign the final warrant for the November 7 Special Town Meeting. The board will also introduce new staff and hold an executive session on collective bargaining and litigation.

• Entertainment license request: Article XV Brewing, LLC, 406 VFW Drive
• Common victualler license requests: Article XV Brewing, LLC (406 VFW Drive) and The Hole In One (482 Market Street)
• $1.5 million Sewer Department borrowing – review and approval of note results
• Approve and sign final warrant for 11/7/2023 Special Town Meeting
• Executive session on collective bargaining (police unions) and litigation (Robert B. Our, Inc. v. Brait Builders Corp.)

Open Space

The Rockland Open Space Committee is meeting to discuss proposed zoning bylaws and maps related to open space at Union Point, a potential presentation to the Select Board, and town-owned land within Rockland borders. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other unanticipated items.

• Discussion of proposed zoning bylaws and maps for open space at Union Point
• Potential presentation to the Rockland Select Board
• Discussion of land owned by the Town of Whitman within Rockland borders
• Minutes of last meeting

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Authority will meet to accept minutes from the September 2023 meeting and review correspondence. The agenda includes an Executive Director's report and a finance report from Rick Shaw, CPA.

• Approval of September 2023 meeting minutes
• AP Warrant for September 1, 2023 through October 12, 2023
• Section 8 Warrants for August, September, and October 2023

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Joint Board of Water Commission will meet to review minutes, discuss and possibly vote on water allotments for properties at 1015 Plymouth Street and 695 Bedford Street in Abington, and consider a senior discount. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Residences at the Harmon project and a discussion on water use restriction signs.

• Water allotment discussion & possible vote for 1015 Plymouth Street, Abington
• Water allotment discussion & possible vote for 695 Bedford Street, Abington
• Senior Discount discussion & possible vote
• Residences at the Harmon project presentation
• Water Use Restriction Signs discussion

Board of Water Commissioners

The Rockland Board of Water Commissioners is meeting to review meeting minutes and a financial report, and to hear commissioner comments. The agenda is procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Review of meeting minutes
• Financial report review
• Commissioners comments and acknowledgments

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee is holding its regular meeting on October 10, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public audience, monthly reports from administrators and staff, school newsletters, old business on the Phelps Elementary School update and completed fundraisers, new business on fundraiser requests and homeschool applications, and a superintendent's report.

• Phelps Elementary School update
• Requests for fundraisers
• Home school application requests
• Monthly reports for September from administrators, guidance, nurse, and pupil personnel services
• Completed fundraisers

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Rockland Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a virtual deliberation hearing on a Comprehensive Permit (40B) application by Shinglemill, LLC for property at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street. This is a deliberation, not a final vote, on the proposed affordable housing development.

• Deliberation on 40B application by Shinglemill, LLC
• Property at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street
• Virtual meeting via Zoom, broadcast live on WRPS

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss routine administrative matters. The agenda includes approving previous meeting minutes, an administrative update, a review of inflow and infiltration (I&I) accounts, and a review of ARPA funds. No votes or specific actions are listed.

• Approve minutes from previous meetings
• Administrative update
• Review of I&I (inflow and infiltration) accounts
• Review of ARPA funds

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority is holding a public hearing on an appeal by Affinity Park Realty Trust and CP Endeavor Holdings I LLC of the Land Use Administrator's denial of a joint application for development plan, site plan approval, and a variance for a proposed residential apartment building called Station Lofts, located off Trotter Road in Weymouth. The meeting also includes routine items like call to order and adjournment.

• Public hearing on appeal of denial for Station Lofts apartment building
• Property located off Trotter Road, Weymouth (Atlas Sheet 58, Block 597, Lots 136, 268, 271)
• Petitioners: Affinity Park Realty Trust and CP Endeavor Holdings I LLC
• Appeal of Land Use Administrator's denial of Joint Application for Development Plan and Site Plan Approval and Variance

Board of Assessors

The Rockland Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving meeting minutes, reviewing weekly invoices, and deciding on FY24 real estate exemption applications. The director of assessing will also provide an update. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Review weekly invoices
• Approve/deny FY24 real estate exemption applications
• Director of Assessing update to the board

Select Board

The Rockland Board of Selectmen meets on October 3, 2023, to approve minutes from September 19 and discuss new and old business. The agenda includes an update on the Tri-Town Veterans Day Parade and a review of the warrant for the November 7, 2023, Special Town Meeting. No specific dollar amounts or contract details are listed in the agenda text.

• Review of 11/7/2023 Special Town Meeting Warrant
• Tri-Town Veterans Day Parade Update presented by Tim White, Director of Veterans’ Services
• Approval of minutes from 9/19/2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Rockland Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a remote deliberation hearing on two applications: a 40B comprehensive permit for a housing project at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street, and a proposal by Achieve Lacrosse, LLC for a property at 401 VFW Drive. The board will discuss these matters, which are scheduled for 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM respectively.

• Deliberation on 40B application by Shinglemill, LLC for 0 Pond Street and 152 Wilson Street
• Deliberation on Achieve Lacrosse, LLC proposal at 401 VFW Drive, owned by Suffolk Advisors Acquisition LLC
• Remote participation via Zoom, broadcast live on YouTube

Open Space

The Rockland Open Space Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed zoning bylaws and maps related to open space at Union Point, as well as land owned by the Town of Whitman within Rockland's borders. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other unanticipated items.

• Discussion of proposed zoning bylaws and maps for open space at Union Point
• Discussion of Town of Whitman-owned land within Rockland borders
• Approval of minutes from last meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Rockland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual public hearing on October 3, 2023, at 7:30 PM via Zoom. The board will consider a petition from Achieve Lacrosse, LLC for a Special Permit and/or Use Variance to operate a girls' lacrosse training and club team facility, along with offices and general fitness training, at 401 VFW Drive.

• Special permit and/or use variance request under Zoning Bylaws Sections 415-15C(2), 415-89, and 415-89.1
• Applicant: Achieve Lacrosse, LLC, 42 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA
• Property: 401 VFW Drive, Rockland, MA, Lot 5, Map 20, in the I-1 Limited Industrial Zoning District
• Approximately 5,000 square feet of space for athletic facility and offices
• Property owner: Suffolk Advisors Acquisition LLC, 57 Bedford Street, Lexington, MA

Rockland School Building Project Committee

The provided text consists solely of a list of telephone numbers and a meeting ID for a Zoom call. It does not contain any agenda items, proposed motions, or specific details regarding the Rockland School Building Project.

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss administrative updates, the I&I account structure and balance, ARPA funds, and a possible moratorium. The agenda also includes approving previous meeting minutes and other business.

• Review of I&I account structure and balance
• Discussion of ARPA funds
• Moratorium discussion

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Rockland Board of Appeals is holding a remote meeting on September 28, 2023, at 7:00 PM, requested by the Southfield Redevelopment Authority. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, introductions, board organization, and adjournment. No substantive decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed.

• Remote meeting via Zoom, Meeting ID #833-6359-9340, Passcode 472596
• Board organization item on agenda
• No public hearings or votes listed

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Authority will meet to hold a discussion regarding the Executive Director and Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant positions. The meeting also includes an open forum and an executive session to discuss personnel issues.

• Discussion on Executive Director position
• Discussion on Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant position
• Executive session regarding ongoing personnel issues

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Foundation met to discuss updates regarding the status of the Foundation. The meeting also addressed the possibility of funding a search for the Rockland Housing Authority Director position.

• Discussion on the update of the status of the Foundation
• Discussion on potential funding for the Rockland Housing Authority Director search

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Joint Board of Water Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on a summer water allocation, a moratorium, and a water ban. They will also attend a Commissioner's Education Workshop led by Clifford & Kenny, LLP.

• Possible vote on summer water allocation
• Moratorium discussion and possible vote
• Water ban discussion and possible vote
• Commissioner's Education Workshop with Clifford & Kenny, LLP

Finance Committee

The Rockland Finance Committee is meeting to review the Special Town Meeting warrant and consider transfer requests. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific items or dollar amounts listed.

• Review of Special Town Meeting warrant
• Review and approval of transfer requests
• Other unanticipated urgent agenda items

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Authority will hold a public hearing to review its Proposed Annual Plan, including capital improvements and maintenance plans, for fiscal year 2024.

• Public hearing on the Rockland Housing Authority's Proposed Annual Plan for FY2024
• Opportunity for tenants and public to submit comments until close of hearing

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review the Treasurer's Report and discuss next steps for a CPC request regarding Tramp House Phase 3. The meeting also includes brainstorming for the 150th Celebration and discussing newspaper archive scanning.

• Review of Treasurer's Report account activity and balances
• Discussion of next steps for Tramp House Phase 3 CPC request
• Brainstorming activities for the 150th Celebration
• Discussion regarding website functionality for historicrockland.org
• New business regarding newspaper archives for scanning and a house sign request

Rockland School Building Project Committee

The Rockland School Building Committee is meeting via Zoom to review invoices, receive a project update, and discuss landscaping, the electronic board and softball field, and the punch list for the Phelps School building project. No minutes are attached for approval. The meeting is open to the public.

• Invoice review
• Project update
• Discussion of landscaping
• Electronic board and softball field
• Punch list

Charter Review

The Rockland Charter Review Committee is meeting to review and discuss the current Town Charter, including a discussion with the UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management. They will also review and approve the minutes from the August 22, 2023 meeting and address any other business.

• Review and approval of 8/22/2023 minutes
• Discussion with UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management
• Review and discussion of highlighted areas of current Town Charter

Planning Board

The Rockland Planning Board will hold a public hearing, jointly with the Southfield Redevelopment Authority, on proposed Town Meeting zoning by-law changes (Articles #1-3). The board will also approve minutes from July 25, 2023, and consider payments for engineering and secretary services.

• Public hearing on proposed zoning by-law changes (Articles #1-3) with Southfield Redevelopment Authority
• Approve minutes from July 25, 2023 meeting
• Pay PGB Engineering $590.13 for 365 Concord Street construction review
• Pay secretary $225.00 for September 26, 2023 meeting

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including financial reports, a proposed change to the Travel Club Trip, home schooling applications, fundraisers, and FY24 capital requests. The agenda also includes an update on the Phelps Elementary School and a superintendent's report.

• Financial reports for June (School Department) and August (High School and Rogers Middle School student activities)
• Proposal for a change to the Travel Club Trip by Kristen Walsh
• Home Schooling Applications for Approval by Dr. Linda Maniglia
• Fundraisers for Approval
• FY24 Capital Requests

Rockland Housing Authority

The Board will review the status of a Temporary Management Agreement and determine how to proceed. The meeting will also address the Bookkeeper position and upcoming recertification deadlines.

• Review of Temporary Management Agreement with Pembroke
• Discussion regarding the Bookkeeper position
• Recertification paperwork due by October 1, 2023
• Discussion on Section 8 Vouchers
• Review of Hours of Operation

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors will meet remotely on September 20, 2023, to discuss and potentially vote on three main items. The agenda includes the transfer of approximately 32 acres from the U.S. Navy to the Authority, a 12-month extension for temporary facilities at the Recreation Complex, and a cleanup agreement for former Navy Building #134.

• Transfer of approximately 32 acres from U.S. Navy to Southfield Redevelopment Authority (FOST 6C, FOST 6C-2, FOST D)
• 12-month time extension for temporary office and concessions facilities at the Recreation Complex requested by Union Point Sports LLC
• Agreement with Costello Dismantling for cleanup of former Navy Building #134

Board of Assessors

The Rockland Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving minutes, reviewing weekly invoices, and discussing the FY2024 re-certification summary and sales review. The director of assessing will give an update, and the board will enter executive session to discuss upcoming Appellate Tax Board cases. No public hearings or major decisions are listed.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Review weekly invoices
• FY 2024 re-certification summary
• FY 2024 sales review
• Executive session on upcoming ATB cases

Select Board

The Rockland Select Board is meeting to discuss new hires, license requests, and a public hearing on National Grid pole locations. They will also consider a school funding request and various appointments.

• Public Hearing at 7:15pm on National Grid Pole Location Requests
• One Day Liquor License: Buzz'd Meadery for Fall Festival 9/30/23
• One Day Liquor License: 4th Floor Artists for Masquerade Ball 10/28/23
• License requests for 167 Union Street LLC (The Banner): Common Victualler, Entertainment, Innholder, Automatic Amusement Device
• School Department request for additional SPED funding at 11/7/2023 Special Town Meeting

Rockland Housing Authority

The Board will review the status of a Temporary Management Agreement and discuss the upcoming retirement of Executive Director Karen Reilly. The meeting also includes discussions regarding internal operations and time clock implementation.

• Review of Temporary Management Agreement from Pembroke
• Discussion on implementing a 'Time Clock' system
• Discussion on maintenance vehicle use off-hours
• Review of Executive Director Karen Reilly’s retirement requests
• Approval of minutes from August 14, August 21, and August 24, 2023

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Joint Board of Water Commission will meet to review minutes, hold executive sessions on clerical and union negotiations, and discuss several water-related matters. The board will hear a presentation on the Harmon Residences Project, consider a resident's request about increased water rates, and review a contractor's contest of a $500 pressure test fee. They may also discuss and possibly vote on a water allocation for a comprehensive permit on Summer Street, Abington.

• Harmon Residences Project presentation
• Bill Hermenau, Abington - increase in water rates on his bill
• Fiore Brothers - contesting pressure test fee of $500
• Summer Street, Abington - discussion/comprehensive permit and possible vote for water allocation
• Executive sessions on clerical and union negotiations

Board of Water Commissioners

The Rockland Board of Water Commissioners met on September 12, 2023, to review minutes and a financial report. The primary substantive item was a discussion and possible vote on increasing lien penalties. The meeting also included standard public and commissioner forums.

• Discussion and possible vote on Lien Penalty Increase

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Rockland Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a virtual deliberation hearing on a Comprehensive Permit application (40B) by Shinglemill, LLC for a property at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street. The board will discuss the application but no decision is noted on the agenda.

• Deliberation on 40B application by Shinglemill, LLC
• Property at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street
• Virtual meeting via Zoom

Park Department

The Rockland Park Department is meeting to discuss routine updates and potential changes. Items include updates on the Snack Shack, Hartsuff Park, fields, track, Jefferson School, turf and softball fields, the Spring Lake Project, and future stadium use. The board will also discuss permit fees, which could affect residents and teams.

• Accept meeting minutes of August 20, 2023
• Rockland LL Snack Shack update
• Hartsuff Park update
• Field and permit update
• Permit fee discussion

The board approved a CPA article to fund a study to restore Reeds Pond Park. Members discussed the status of the Hartsuff Park stands study and the ongoing turf field project. No final plans have been determined for the site of the demolished Jefferson School.

• Approved August 20, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $50,000 CPA article for Reeds Pond Park study (3-0)
• Tabled motion to rescind vote for Hartsuff Park study

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee is meeting to accept prior minutes, hear school newsletters, and receive an update on the Phelps Elementary School project. They will also consider requests for fundraisers and review the Esten Early Childhood Center and Elementary School Handbook for first reading approval.

• Phelps Elementary School Update
• Requests for Fundraisers
• Esten Early Childhood Center and Elementary School Handbook for Approval (1st reading)
• Minutes of August 21, 2023
• School newsletters from Esten, Phelps, Middle School, High School

The Rockland School Committee approved five fundraisers and updates to the Esten Early Childhood and Elementary School Handbook. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from August 21, 2023.

• Approved August 21, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved five fundraisers (unanimous)
• Approved Esten Early Childhood and Elementary School Handbook updates (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a public meeting where Wright-Pierce will present the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP), covering sewer system needs, user rate justification, and facility upgrades over the next 30 years. Residents are encouraged to attend and ask questions during the Q&A period.

• Presentation of CWMP by Wright-Pierce
• User rate justification for sewer system
• Facility upgrade needs
• 30-year plan for Rockland sewer system
• Public Q&A session

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss administrative updates, a superintendent interview, a Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan presentation, and a moratorium. The meeting is in person at the wastewater treatment facility.

• Approve minutes
• Administrative update
• Superintendent interview discussion
• CWMP presentation on 9-6-23
• Moratorium discussion

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Rockland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold an in-person deliberation hearing on September 5, 2023. The agenda lists one item: a 40B application by Shinglemill, LLC for the property at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street. The meeting will be recorded and does not allow virtual attendance via Zoom.

• 40B application by Shinglemill, LLC for 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street

Select Board

The Board approved referring Southfield Redevelopment Authority zoning bylaws to the Planning Board and sponsoring three articles for the November 7 Special Town Meeting. Other actions included approving several board appointments and ARPA fund allocations for water works.

• Approved appointment of Karen Ripley to Rent Control Board (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Erica Harrington to Cultural Council (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Thomas Lenane as Rockland Constable (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Derek Ewell to Community Preservation Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Barrel House Z for Fall Fest (Unanimous)
• Voted to request corrective legislation regarding Cannabis Control Commission regulations (Unanimous)
• Referred Union Point Zoning Bylaw Amendments to Planning Board and placed on Nov 7 Town Meeting Warrant (Unanimous)
• Approved two ARPA fund allocations for PFAS Filters and Regional Study of MWRA (Unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to approve minutes, consider drainlayer licenses, conduct a superintendent interview, and discuss a moratorium under old business. Public comment is limited to agenda topics.

• Approve minutes
• Drainlayer license(s)
• Superintendent interview
• Moratorium discussion

The Sewer Commission conducted an interview with superintendent candidate Michael Buckley. The commission approved a drainlayer license for J&J Trucking. A discussion regarding the moratorium was tabled.

• Approved drainlayer license for J&J Trucking (3-0)
• Tabled moratorium discussion

Cultural Council

The Rockland Cultural Council is meeting to approve minutes, introduce a new member, and hear the treasurer's report on award funds. They will also review events supported in August, get marketing updates, and discuss Massachusetts Cultural Council guidelines and a co-chair announcement.

• Treasurer's report on balance of awards funds as of August 30, 2023
• Review of events supported by RCC in August 2023
• Marketing updates
• MCC guidelines and priorities updates
• Co-Chair announcement and discussion

The council approved the July 31, 2023 meeting minutes and appointed Nancy Davis as co-chair following John Cheney's resignation. The treasury report showed a total balance of $15,570.54 with seven grants remaining to be paid. No decisions were reached regarding the town's 150th birthday meeting.

• Approved July 31, 2023 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Appointed Nancy Davis as co-chair (all in favor)

Rockland Housing Authority

The Board will discuss the current Director's medical status and return prognosis. The meeting also includes a review of a Temporary Management Agreement.

• Discussion on the Current Director’s status and medical update
• Request for records regarding Mrs. Reilly's sick and vacation time
• Review of the Temporary Management Agreement

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review account activity and balances during this meeting. The commission is also discussing next steps for a CPC request regarding Tramp House Phase 3 and brainstorming activities for the town's 150th Celebration.

• Tramp House Phase 3 CPC request
• Brainstorming for 150th Celebration
• Discussion of OAHS and Dyer
• Newspaper archives scanning project
• Launch of historicrockland.org website

The Historical Commission approved the treasurer's report. Members discussed ongoing restoration work for the Tramp House and planning for the Rockland 150° Celebration.

• Approved treasurer's report (5-0)

Charter Review

The Rockland Charter Review Committee is meeting to review and discuss the current Town Charter, including highlighted areas, and to hear from the UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management. The committee will also review and approve minutes from its July 25, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as other business and adjournment.

• Review and approval of 7/25/2023 minutes
• Discussion with UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management
• Review and discussion of highlighted areas of current Town Charter

The committee voted to change the Town Collector, Town Treasurer, and Highway Superintendent positions from elected to appointed. A proposal to make the Town Clerk an appointed position was denied.

• Proposal to make Town Clerk appointed denied (2-4)
• Proposal to make Town Collector appointed passed unanimously (Judy Hartigan abstaining)
• Proposal to make Town Treasurer appointed passed unanimously (Judy Hartigan abstaining)
• Proposal to make Highway Superintendent appointed approved unanimously
• Approved minutes from previous meeting

Sewer Commission

The Commission reviewed the sewer waitlist and the current moratorium, with a revised moratorium targeted for October 1, 2023. Members discussed budget deficits caused by Veolia contract expenses and the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan, which may increase annual costs by $375 within five years.

• Approved minutes from 6/29, 7/13, and 8/2 (3-0)

Rockland School Committee

The School Committee unanimously approved the FY24 Budget and three fundraisers. The committee also approved monthly and financial reports and a request to revise the Student Activity Account.

• Approved FY24 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved June 26, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Reports for Administrators, Guidance, Nurse, and Pupil Personnel Services (unanimous)
• Approved Financial Reports (unanimous)
• Approved three fundraisers (unanimous)
• Approved request to revise the Student Activity Account (unanimous)

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on a request from Mosaic Lending Trust to amend the Union Point Zoning District Map for NAS South Weymouth. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and enter an executive session to discuss pending litigation with LStar Southfield, LLC, and real property matters.

• Public hearing on Mosaic Lending Trust's proposed amendment to the Union Point Zoning District Map at Exhibit A of the Zoning and Land Use By-Laws for NAS South Weymouth
• Approval of Open Session Minutes from June 7, 2023, and August 2, 2023
• Executive session to discuss strategy regarding SRA v. LStar Southfield, LLC, et al.
• Executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property

Board of Health

The Rockland Board of Health will vote on trash abatement approvals for July and August and approve minutes from May and June 2023. The agenda includes a presentation by Todd Koep, Mass Dep Municipal Assistance Coordinator, regarding the curbside refuse Request for Proposals (RFP). The board will also select future meeting dates and hear a report from the Health Agent.

• Vote to approve or deny Trash Abatement for July and August
• Vote to approve or deny meeting minutes from May 3, May 31, June 13, and June 29, 2023
• Discussion of Curbside Refuse RFP with Todd Koep, Mass Dep Municipal Assistance Coordinator
• Selection of future meeting dates

The Board approved trash abatements for July and August and signed minutes from four previous meetings. The Board also established a new monthly meeting schedule for September through March.

• Approved July and August trash abatements
• Approved and signed meeting minutes from May 3, May 31, June 13, and June 29, 2023
• Agreed to hold meetings on the 4th Tuesday of the month from September-March

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Rockland Zoning Board of Appeals will meet remotely via Zoom on August 15, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The agenda lists a continued hearing for Shinglemill, LLC regarding a 40B development at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street. No other substantive items are listed.

• Continued hearing for Shinglemill, LLC (40B) at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is meeting to attend the Open Space Committee meeting, allowing them to ask and answer sewer-related questions without violating open meeting laws. The agenda includes calling the meeting to order, presenting questions and answers, and other business not reasonably anticipated by the chairman.

• Attend Open Space Committee meeting
• Ask and answer sewer-related questions
• Other business not reasonably anticipated

Rockland Housing Authority

The Board will discuss selecting an Acting Director or determining an alternative interim plan during the absence of Executive Director Karen Reilly. The meeting also includes an open forum for participants.

• Discussion on the Executive Director position and interim leadership options

Open Space

The Rockland Open Space Committee is meeting to discuss open space within the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station development plan and zoning. The agenda includes minutes, administration, and meetings with the master developer, as well as any unforeseen business.

• Discussion of open space in the former S Weymouth Naval Air Station development plan and zoning
• Meetings with the Master Developer
• Approval of minutes
• Administrative matters

The committee heard a presentation from New England Development regarding zoning, open space, and hydraulic plans for the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station. No formal votes were taken on the proposal, though the committee agreed to a future working session with the developer.

• Approved minutes of 7/31/2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to hold a future working session with New England Development

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to continue old business, including signing a drainage response letter, discussing the Spruce Street Pump Station, and a moratorium discussion. Public comment is allowed but restricted to agenda topics.

• Sign Drainage Response Letter
• Spruce Street Pump Station discussion
• Moratorium discussion

The Commission discussed a $880,000 plant upgrade and the upcoming public comment period for the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP). Members agreed to send a drainage response letter to the Highway Department. No votes were taken on contracts or moratorium updates.

• Approved motion to begin meeting (3-0)
• Agreed to send drainage response letter to Highway Department
• Approved motion to adjourn (3-0)

Rockland Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will meet to discuss the fire station project. The committee intends to present various project options to the Select Board.

• Presentation of options for the Fire Station Project to the Select Board

The Select Board voted to support a proposal for two studies to be included as an article for the November 2023 Special Town Meeting. These studies will evaluate redesigning a smaller fire station at the Church Street site and renovating the existing station, including total project cost estimates.

• Voted to support Option 1: studies for a smaller Church Street station redesign and existing station renovation

Select Board

The Rockland Select Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, recognizing firefighters, and acting on a CDBG lien subordination request. The board will also vote on several one-day liquor license approvals for upcoming events.

• CDBG Lien Subordination Request, Case 14-176E
• One-day liquor licenses for Latitude Beverage Company (8/19, 9/16, 9/30)
• One-day liquor license for Players Sports Bar & Grille, 86 VFW Drive (9/30)
• One-day liquor license for Stellwagen Beer Company, 100 Enterprise Dr., Marshfield (9/30)
• One-day liquor license for Break Rock Brewing Co. LLC (9/30)

The Select Board approved the Fire Station Building Committee's recommendation to fund two additional site studies. The board also authorized a $25,000 donation to the Rockland Little League Snack Shack from marijuana host community funds.

• Approved funding for two additional fire station studies at 99 Church St. and 360 Union St. (Unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 in Marijuana Host Community funds for Rockland Little League Snack Shack (Unanimous)
• Authorized Town Administrator to select the Assistant Town Administrator (4-1)
• Adopted 'Revenue Turnover' section of Financial Policies as recommended (4-1)
• Approved CDBG Subordination Request Case 14-176E (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Open Air Market and Fall Festival (Unanimous)
• Approved Common Victualler Licenses for Mima’s Cuban Café and Fab 5 Haitian Bistro (Unanimous)
• Accepted land donation from Manzella & DiGrande (Unanimous)

Park Department

The Park Department accepted the minutes from June 20, 2023, and voted to reappoint a member to the CPA board. The department discussed plans for a Reed St Track study and the demolition and restoration of the Jefferson School site.

• Accepted June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved reappointment to CPA board (2-0)
• Set remaining 2023 meeting dates for Sept 11, Oct 2, Nov 6, and Dec 4

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors will hold a remote meeting on August 2, 2023. The primary agenda item is the discussion and possible vote to refer the Amended and Restated Zoning and Land Use By-Laws and Map to the Towns of Abington and Rockland. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from June 7 and June 21, 2023.

• Discussion and possible vote for referral of Amended and Restated Zoning and Land Use By-Laws and Map to the Towns of Abington and Rockland
• Approval of Open Session Minutes from June 7, 2023
• Approval of Open Session Minutes from June 21, 2023

South Shore Recycling Cooperative

The South Shore Recycling Cooperative's board will meet to hear a presentation from MassDEP on disaster debris planning, approve June minutes, and discuss mattress dumping. They will also review the executive director's report, a HHW Depot grant application, dues collection, and producer responsibility legislation.

• Speaker: John Fischer, MassDEP Deputy Division Director, Solid Waste, on Disaster Debris Planning
• Discussion on illegal mattress dumping
• HHW Depot grant application
• Dues collection progress
• Producer responsibility legislation update

Sewer Commission

The Commission discussed the sewer waitlist, moratorium updates, and the status of projects at Dyer Street and Holy Family. The board is consulting legal counsel regarding the refundability of fees.

• Approved motion to send letter to Dave Taylor requesting an open meeting in September (3-0)
• Approved motion to begin meeting at 2:00 PM (3-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 3:06 PM (3-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review the Treasurer's Report and discuss next steps for a CPC request regarding Tramp House Phase 3. The meeting also includes brainstorming for the 150th Celebration and discussing newspaper archive scanning.

• Tramp House Phase 3: discussion of next steps for CPC request
• Brainstorming activities for 150th Celebration
• Discussion regarding scanning newspaper archives
• Review of Treasurer's Report account activity and balances

The Commission approved the purchase of a vintage cast iron stove and supported CPA pre-applications for the restoration of a Civil War sketch book and the GAR Phase 2 restoration. Members also discussed access concerns regarding the Dyer archives and planned the 'Rockland 150' celebration.

• Approved purchase of vintage cast iron stove for Tramp House (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement for approx. $20 stove expense (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer's report (5-0)
• Approved support for CPC Pre-application to restore and digitize Civil War Sketch Book

Cultural Council

The council approved the revised minutes from May 23 and June 26, 2023. Members discussed past funded events, upcoming Rotunda shows, and public outreach. The council decided to maintain a reimbursable payment structure for grants.

• Approved May 23 and June 26, 2023 meeting minutes as revised
• Decided to keep grant payments as reimbursable

Open Space

The committee discussed development plans for the former SWNAS site and the role of the Southfield Board in approvals. Members raised concerns regarding water detention areas, land swaps, and conservation restrictions. A small group was established to communicate specific issues to the developer.

• Approved minutes of 6/12/2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved designating a group of no more than three members to communicate with the developer (unanimous)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Joint Board of Water Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on several water-related items, including a water bank review, a property at 0 Summer Street in Abington, water restriction notices and ban levels, and a Boy Scouts car wash. They will also clarify the water usage permit between the two towns, review monthly usage and financial reports, and hear from the superintendent. The meeting includes public and commissioner forums, followed by executive sessions for clerical matters and union contract negotiations.

• Water Bank Review Findings - discussion and possible vote
• 0 Summer Street, Abington - discussion and possible vote
• Water Restriction Notices / Water Ban Level and possible vote
• Boy Scouts Car Wash - possible vote
• Clarify Water Usage Permit Between Two Towns

The Board of Water Commissioners approved the hiring and promotion of three treatment employees and accepted excavation bids for Abington and Rockland water. The Board also approved a car wash request for the Boy Scouts and accepted the June 2023 Financial Report.

• Approved June 13, 2023, Executive and Open Session minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled water supply approval for Summer Street 40B project pending legal advice (6-0)
• Approved Boy Scouts car wash request with nozzle requirement (unanimous)
• Accepted June 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of one employee and hiring of two new treatment employees (unanimous)
• Accepted excavation bids for Abington and Rockland Water (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for contract negotiation (6-0)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Rockland Board of Water Commissioners is meeting to review meeting minutes and the financial report, and to hold a public forum for resident input. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items listed.

• Review of meeting minutes
• Financial report review
• Public forum for resident comments

The Board of Water Commissioners met to approve previous meeting minutes and the June 2023 Financial Report. No other substantive policy or project decisions were recorded.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)

Rockland Housing Authority

The provided document consists of a citation of Massachusetts General Law regarding the waiver process for appointing tenant members to a housing authority board. There are no specific actions, decisions, or items listed for discussion at this meeting.

Planning Board

The Board approved a request from Lovell Academy to reduce pavement and increase green space in its parking lot. The board also heard an informational presentation regarding the Union Point Master Development project.

• Approved Lovell Academy minor modification to remove pavement and add green space (4-0)
• Approved modification to Lovell Academy fence on Eastern wall and additional plantings on Southern edge (4-0)
• Continued SolBid/Sterling Golf Management photovoltaic system application to September 26

Sewer Commission

The commission held a working session to discuss sewer infrastructure, metering reports, and the current moratorium. No formal votes were taken on project approvals or policy changes, though the board discussed reducing plant flow capacity to 2.25 MGD to avoid sanitary sewer overflows.

• Approved motion to begin meeting at 2:00 PM (3-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 3:00 PM (3-0)

Charter Review

The Rockland Charter Review Committee is meeting to continue its review of the town charter, including a continued discussion with the UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management. The committee will also review and approve the minutes from its June 27, 2023 meeting. This is a working session with no final decisions expected.

• Review and approval of 6/27/2023 minutes
• Continued discussion with UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management
• Continued review and discussion of current Town Charter

The committee reviewed charter articles C-3.04 through C-7.07. Members discussed a proposal to reduce the Town Meeting quorum to 100. No final decisions were made on the charter articles.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes, receive an administrative update, consider abatements and a new sewer connection request, and review project updates including I&I remediation, metering, and a draft CWMP. They will also continue old business on the naval base meeting, capacity, and a moratorium amendment, and hear a Veolia monthly report.

• New connection request: 767 Union Street (Paul Crowley)
• Project updates: I&I remediation, metering work, CWMP draft final, generator replacement
• Old business: SWNAS naval base meeting update, current capacity, highway/drainage letter, moratorium amendment
• Veolia monthly operating report for June
• Introduce part-time Senior Clerk Bobbie-Jo Eckstrom

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners held a working session to review the Infiltration and Inflow (I&I) Control Plan for Fiscal Year 2024. The agenda included a discussion on a moratorium, an accounting update, and a review of emails from the SWNAS meeting. Public comment was restricted to the specific agenda items.

• Review of the I&I Control Plan for FY 24
• Discussion regarding a moratorium
• Accounting update presented by Sherri Vallie
• Review of SWNAS meeting emails

The Commission held a working session to discuss sewer capacity constraints, specifically regarding the Union Point project and the current moratorium. No final decisions were made on the moratorium, but the board reviewed proposed conditions for future permit approvals. The board also discussed I&I remediation plans and plant upgrade status.

• Approved meeting start at 2:00 PM (3-0)
• Approved hiring of Bobbie Jo Eckstrom as part-time office assistant
• Adjourned meeting at 3:45 PM (3-0)

Rockland Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will meet to discuss the direction of the Fire Station Project. The committee intends to finalize a list of options and explanations to present to the Select Board.

• Discussion on project direction for the Fire Station Project
• Finalization of options for presentation to the Select Board

The committee reviewed five potential options to present to the Board of Selectmen. No formal actions were taken on these items during the meeting.

Finance Committee

The Committee approved a transfer from the Dispatching purchase of service account to cover deficits in eight line items. The Town Accountant was granted permission to complete additional year-end transfers through July 15, 2023. The Committee also elected its officers for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approved $67,109.58 transfer from Dispatching purchase of service to cover eight deficit line items (All approved)
• Approved permission for Town Accountant to make year-end transfers until July 15, 2023 (All approved)
• Approved skipping the August meeting if no agenda items exist (All approved)
• Elected John Pumphrey as Chairman (Unanimous)
• Elected Linda Sternfelt as Vice Chairman (Unanimous)
• Elected Cara O’Neill as Secretary (Unanimous)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees unanimously approved the library's draft strategic plan. Trustees also approved the minutes from three previous meetings and reviewed FY23 financial reports and departmental bills.

• Approved draft strategic plan (unanimous)
• Approved April 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 14 minutes (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to discuss matters reasonably anticipated by the Chair. The agenda includes an enforcement order regarding 37 Winter Circle.

• Enforcement Order: 37 Winter Circle

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss board reorganization and appointments to the Cultural Council. The agenda also includes a liquor license transfer for Banner Pub and several one-day liquor license approvals.

• Appointments to Cultural Council: Nancy Davis and Benjamin Stabler
• Liquor License Transfer: Banner Pub, 167 Union Street (from Reilly Enterprise Group, Inc. to 167 Union Street LLC)
• One Day Liquor License: Barrel House Z — Open Air Market, Hartsuff Park, August 5 & 19
• One Day Liquor License: Stellwagen Beer Company — Rec Dept. Cornhole Tournament, Veterans Stadium, July 21
• One Day Liquor License: Players Sports Bar & Grille — Rec. Dept. Cornhole Tournament, Veterans Stadium, July 21

The Select Board approved the taking of 2.19 acres of Spring Lake Cemetery Association property by eminent domain. The Board also reorganized its leadership, approved several liquor licenses, and scheduled a Special Town Meeting for November 7, 2023.

• Appointed Michael P. O’Loughlin as Chairman (Unanimous)
• Appointed Tiffanie Needham as Vice Chairman (Unanimous)
• Appointed Nancy Davis and Benjamin Stabler to the Cultural Council (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license transfer to 167 Union Street LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Barrel House Z, Players Sports Bar, and Stellwagen Beer Company (Unanimous)
• Approved dog license fee increase (Unanimous)
• Approved taking 2.19 acres of Spring Lake Cemetery Association property by eminent domain (Unanimous)
• Extended W.N. Realty LLC Host Community Agreement permitting deadline to November 15, 2023 (Unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to receive a status update regarding the property located at 30-36 Belmont Street, Rockland, MA. The meeting includes a roll call before addressing this single agenda item.

• Status update of 30-36 Belmont Street, Rockland, MA

The Board of Health met to discuss 30 Belmont St., but the owner and their attorney did not attend. No formal actions were taken or decided during the meeting.

Sewer Commission

The Commission will review several ongoing projects including generator work, digester piping, and I&I rehab. The meeting includes a vote regarding a maintenance fee correction and a response to an email concerning the Schoolhouse Project.

• Vote on Maintenance Fee Correction
• Schoolhouse Project discussion
• Project updates: Generator, Digester Piping, I&I Rehab Work, and Year 1 Metering
• Review of I&I Control Plan
• Accounting update by Sherri Vallie

The Commission discussed the plant's failure to meet flow limits since June 2021 and the necessity of a new treatment facility estimated at $80 million. Members reviewed I&I remediation progress and the status of ARPA-funded equipment. A moratorium on new users was tabled for a future session.

• Approved minutes for 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, and 5/31 (3-0)
• Approved introductory meeting with Tetra Tech regarding Union Point outside of open session (2-0)
• Tabled moratorium discussion until next working session
• Corrected typographical error in fee schedule regarding $20 per gallon maintenance fee

Rockland Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will meet to discuss how to proceed with the Fire Station Project. Committee members are scheduled to present various ideas and options regarding the project's direction.

• Discussion on direction to proceed with Fire Station Project
• Presentation of ideas and options by committee members

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review account activity and balances. The meeting includes discussion on next steps for a CPC request regarding Tramp House Phase 3 and brainstorming activities for the 150th Celebration.

• Treasurer's Report Review of account activity and balances
• Tramp House Phase 3: next steps for CPC request
• Brainstorming activities for 150th Celebration

The Commission approved the Treasurer's report and voted to provide publicity and supplies for a Civil War veterans exhibit in the Library Rotunda. Members also voted to monitor access to Rockland documents stored at the Dyer Library in Abington.

• Approved Treasurer's report (5-0)
• Voted to support Art in the Rotunda exhibit with publicity and supply costs
• Voted to monitor access to Dyer Library archives and communicate with the Dyer Board

Charter Review

The Charter Review Committee will review and approve the minutes from May 23, 2023. The meeting includes a continued presentation by UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management and further discussion of the current Town Charter.

• Review and approval of 5/23/2023 minutes
• Presentation by UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management
• Discussion of current Town Charter

The committee discussed the duties, appointing powers, and oversight process for the Town Administrator. Members reviewed articles C-2.17 through C-2.19 of the charter.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved an ANR Plan for the Holy Family Schoolhouse Apartments, a 27-unit elderly housing development. The board also reappointed Charles Williams to two committees and approved several administrative payments.

• Approved ANR Plan for Holy Family Schoolhouse Apartments at 403 Union Street (4-0)
• Appointed Charles Williams to Community Preservation (4-0)
• Reappointed Charles Williams to Design Review (4-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $156 payment to PGB Engineering for Bill Delahunt Pkwy Construction (4-0)
• Approved $156 payment to PGB Engineering for 0 Dyer Street Construction Review (4-0)
• Approved $225 payment to Secretary for June 27, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Continued site review for SolBid/Sterling Golf Management at 276 Plain Street to July 25

Cultural Council

The Rockland Cultural Council will meet via Zoom to review recent and upcoming community events. The agenda includes a treasurer's report on award funds and discussion regarding the Rockland 150 Anniversary in March 2024.

• Introduction of new member Benjamin Stabler
• Treasurer's report on awards funds and seed/scholarship money
• Review of events including Farmers Markets, Rockland Day, and Sandpaper Saturdays
• Upcoming events: Zachery Lamoth author talk and Satuit Band concert
• Discussion of RCC participation in the Rockland 150 Anniversary

The council discussed the town's 150th anniversary and the effectiveness of its social media presence. Members decided to maintain a reimbursable payment structure for grants. No formal votes were recorded for new funding or project approvals.

• Passed approval of previous meeting minutes to next meeting
• Decided to keep grant payments as reimbursable
• Added Benjamin Stabler as a new member

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee is meeting to accept minutes, hear public comment, and review financial reports for June, including school department and student activity accounts. They will also discuss building rentals for August, old business on the Phelps Elementary School update, and new business including fundraisers, surplus items, a $4,227.29 donation from REF, and an appointment to Capital Planning.

• Acceptance of minutes from June 12, 2023, including executive session
• Financial reports for June: School Department, Rockland High School Student Activities, Rogers Middle School Student Activities
• Building rentals for August
• Donation from REF: $4,227.29
• Appointment to Capital Planning

The School Committee approved the RPS Library Fundraiser and the Technology Surplus List. Members also approved financial reports for the School Department and student activities at the high and middle schools.

• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 12, 2023 Executive Session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved School Department, High School Student Activities, and Middle School Student Activities financial reports (unanimous)
• Approved RPS Library Fundraiser (unanimous)
• Approved Technology Surplus List (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will review several infrastructure projects including I&I remediation, meter monitoring, and a rate study. The meeting includes discussions on the Spruce Street Pump Station and the 2021 moratorium. Additionally, the commission will receive updates regarding legal billings, facility upgrade funding, and year-end accounting.

• Review of Rate Study Final Report
• CWMP Draft Final - Public Comment Period
• Spruce Street Pump Station review
• Establish a plan to review or modify 2021 Moratorium
• Facility Upgrade Funding Schedule update

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review meeting minutes and weekly invoices. The agenda also includes updates from the Director of Assessing and decisions regarding FY23 Motor Vehicle abatement applications.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Review of weekly invoices
• FY23 MV Abatement Application Approvals/Denials
• Director of Assessing update

The Board of Assessors approved the FY24 Preliminary Tax Commitment and signed a motor vehicle excise commitment. The board also approved the meeting minutes from June 1, 2023, and one invoice.

• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Signed invoice for Rachael Carlisle totaling $59.95
• Signed Motor Vehicle Commitment 06062023-15 totaling $92.01
• Signed FY24 Preliminary Tax Commitment totaling $22,501,344.74 for residential and commercial real estate, $273,485.49 for personal property, and $461,997.67 for CPA

Park Department

The Rockland Park Department is meeting to discuss routine updates and several projects. They will review April meeting minutes, field and permit status, and updates on the Hartsuff Park design project. The agenda also includes budget and Town Meeting articles, a discussion on the Reed St Track, Jefferson School accessibility, and a turf field update.

• Hartsuff Park design project updates
• Budget and Town Meeting articles
• Discussion on Reed St Track
• Jefferson School accessibility
• Turf field update

The Park Department approved the April 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed field rental requests, the status of the Girls Softball field, and the timeline for the Turf field completion. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss a potential Special Town Meeting on November 6, 2023. The board will also consider a vote regarding the acceptance of Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 concerning retiree cost-of-living adjustments.

• Appointment of Stephen Galley to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Pole hearing for National Grid on Hingham Street near Forest Street
• Common Victualler License for Spicy Edamame at 434 Union Street
• Discussion of Potential Special Town Meeting on November 6, 2023
• Vote regarding acceptance of Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 (Retiree Cost-of-Living Adjustments)

The Board approved the appointment of Stephen Galley to the Zoning Board of Appeals and authorized the installation of a National Grid pole on Hingham Street. They also issued a Common Victualler License to Spicy Edamame and accepted a state act regarding retiree cost-of-living adjustments.

• Approved Minutes of 6/6/23 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Stephen Galley as permanent member of Zoning Board of Appeals (Unanimous)
• Approved National Grid Pole #66 installation on Hingham Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Common Victualler License for Spicy Edamame at 434 Union Street (Unanimous)
• Accepted Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 for one-time retiree COLA increase (Unanimous)
• Agreed to let Town Administrator begin vetting candidates for Assistant Town Administrator

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet virtually via Zoom. The agenda includes hearings regarding properties at 104 West Street and 603 Liberty Street.

• Hearing for Odeylton DaSilva & Francyslene Nincao at 104 West Street
• Hearing for Michael Bonina at 603 Liberty Street

Select Board

The Select Board is holding an emergency meeting to address unexpected weather affecting Rockland Day events. The board will consider changing the date of one-day liquor licenses for specific local businesses.

• Change of One Day Liquor License for Article Fifteen Brewing, 406 VFW Drive, to Sunday 6/18/2023
• Change of One Day Liquor License for Players Sports Bar & Grille, 86 VFW Drive, to Sunday 6/18/2023

The Select Board held an emergency meeting to adjust one-day liquor licenses after weather postponed Rockland Day events to June 18, 2023. The board unanimously approved the date changes for two local businesses.

• Approved revised One Day Liquor licenses for Article Fifteen Brewing and Players Sports Bar & Grill for 6/18/23 (Unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Rockland Conservation Commission is meeting to consider Certificates of Compliance for two properties: 330 Beech Street and Beechwood Village Industrial Way. The board will also discuss Open Space Rules and Regulations. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the RHS Lecture Hall.

• 330 Beech Street – Certificate of Compliance
• Beechwood Village Industrial Way – Certificate of Compliance
• Open Space Rules and Regulation discussion

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will review the May 10, 2023, minutes and receive a strategic planning presentation. Discussion includes building updates regarding bathrooms, drainage, and the Children’s Room.

• Strategic Planning Presentation
• Review of Meeting Room Policy
• Building updates: Bathrooms and drainage
• Building updates: Children’s Room
• Review of Schedules of Departmental Bills Payable

The Board designated Carol Mahoney and Carol Cahill as signers for FY24. Trustees reviewed a strategic planning presentation and the Director's report, which noted a 28.8% increase in circulation from May 2022 to May 2023.

• Designated C. Mahoney and C. Cahill as signers for FY24
• May 10, 2023 minutes not approved due to lack of quorum
• Reviewed schedules of departmental bills payable

Rockland Fire Station Building Committee

The Rockland Fire Station Building Committee will meet to discuss how to proceed with the Fire Station Project. No other specific agenda items were listed for this meeting.

• Discussion on direction to proceed with Fire Station Project

The committee discussed potential next steps for the fire station project, including a global review for cost cuts and re-examining the cost of remodeling 360 Union Street. No formal decisions were made regarding project direction; members agreed to meet again to continue discussions.

• Tabled Secretary's Report
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 PM (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a re-organization meeting and review the March 21, 2023, minutes. Discussion items include trash abatement, tobacco control violations, and an increase in mattress fees.

• Re-organization of the Board
• Trash Abatement approval/denial
• Six hearings regarding Tobacco Control Violations
• Increase in mattress fees
• Presentation by Claire Galkowski of SS Recycling Cooperative regarding Regional HHW Center

The Board of Health reorganized its leadership and approved June trash abatements. The board also issued one-day suspensions to six tobacco control violators. The Health Agent reported that recycling center stickers are being replaced by a license plate reader.

• Nominated Ken Lewis as Chairman (all in favor)
• Nominated Michelle Kennedy as Vice Chairman (all in favor)
• Approved June trash abatements (all in favor)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved one-day suspension on July 5, 2023 for six tobacco control violators

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will conduct reorganization, review previous minutes, and receive financial and superintendent reports. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the 0 Summer St 40B Project.

• Review of minutes for Mary Hassett (7 Cedar Ln, Rockland)
• Review of minutes for Mike Ahern (700 Bedford St, Abington)
• Discussion of 0 Summer St 40B Project
• Executive Session: Union Contract Negotiation

The Board appointed a Chairman and Secretary and approved several sets of previous meeting minutes. The Board directed staff to conduct due diligence on a proposed 198-unit project at 0 Summer Street in Abington. A request to test a water meter for a resident at 700 Bedford St. was also approved.

• Appointed Deborah L. Dooner as Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed John S. Tassinari Jr. as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved May 9 and May 23 open and executive session minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled high bill matter for Mary Hassett (unanimous)
• Approved pulling and testing the water meter for Mike Ahern (unanimous)
• Approved due diligence review for 0 Summer Street project water supply (5-1)
• Accepted May 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for contract negotiation (6-0)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Rockland Board of Water Commissioners is meeting to review meeting minutes and the financial report. The agenda also includes a public forum for resident input and a commissioners forum. No major decisions or proposals are listed on this agenda.

• Review of meeting minutes
• Financial report review
• Public forum for resident comments
• Commissioners forum

The Board of Water Commissioners met to review administrative records and financial data. The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and the May 2023 Financial Report.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)

Open Space

The committee will conduct its annual reorganization and review minutes. Discussion includes an education program regarding open space at the former Weymouth Naval Air Station development and reports on local properties.

• Annual Reorganization of the Committee
• Education program discussion: former Weymouth Naval Air Station development
• Stewardship of Rockland’s Open Space Properties
• Whitman Girl Scout Camp Report
• Mass. Walking Tour Report

The committee unanimously approved its new leadership and the minutes from March 27, 2023. Members agreed to prepare an educational presentation for the public regarding the history of development proposals for the former SWNAS. The committee also discussed volunteer stewardship and the use of a Public Liability Release form.

• Approved minutes of the 3/27/2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Donald Cann as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Bromberg as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Kathy Kirby as Secretary (unanimous)
• Agreed to prepare educational presentation on former SWNAS development proposals

Rockland School Committee

The School Committee approved an increase in annual athletic fees and authorized the purchase of a new Environmental Science book. The committee also approved the 2023-2024 meeting dates and the Superintendent's performance evaluation. The Bridges Academy 2023-2024 Handbook was approved at first reading.

• Approved increase in annual Athletic Fees from $200.00 to $250.00 (unanimous)
• Approved request for new Environmental Science Book (unanimous)
• Approved three fundraisers (unanimous)
• Approved School Committee dates for 2023-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Superintendent Dr. Cron's evaluation (unanimous)
• Approved Bridges Academy 2023-2024 Handbook at first reading (unanimous)
• Approved May 22, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February Reports for Administrators, Guidance, Nurse, and Pupil Personnel Services (unanimous)

Community Preservation Act (CPA)

The Community Preservation Committee will meet to discuss the Holy Family School Housing Project. The agenda also includes other old and new business that may be discussed.

• Holy Family School Housing Project

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Restoration Advisory Board will discuss updates regarding environmental resolution at former NAS cleanup sites. The meeting includes reports from consultants and TetraTech, as well as Navy updates and action items.

• Update on Former NAS Environmental Resolution
• Navy updates and action items

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review end-of-year transfers presented by the Accounting Department. The committee is also scheduled to elect its officers and review transfer requests.

• End of year transfers presentation by Accounting Dept
• Election of Finance Committee officers
• Review of town transfer requests

South Shore Recycling Cooperative

The SSRC MSW Manager/Board will meet to discuss the FY 24 budget and a resolution supporting product stewardship legislation. The agenda also includes updates on mattress and tire collections and grant preparation.

• Approve FY 24 budget
• Approve Resolution supporting product stewardship legislation
• HHW Depot grant proposal
• Regional hauling bid discussion
• Mattress and tire collection updates

Sewer Commission

The Commission will conduct a working session regarding various sewer system updates and administrative matters. Discussion topics include maintenance fee corrections, digester piping, and I&I rehab work.

• Maintenance fee correction vote
• Digester piping project update
• I&I rehab work update
• Year 1 metering update
• Assistant administrative interviews

The Commission approved a connection permit and associated fees for a project at 48 Carey St. Members also discussed ongoing infrastructure projects, including generator bidding and digestor piping extensions.

• Approved $25,100 in fees and permit to connect for 48 Carey St (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Rockland Zoning Board of Appeals will meet remotely via Zoom on June 6, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The agenda lists a continued hearing for a comprehensive permit (40B) application by Shinglemill, LLC for property at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street. The meeting is open to the public and will be broadcast live on WRPS.

• Continued hearing for Shinglemill, LLC 40B application at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street
• Remote meeting via Zoom (Meeting ID: 845 2384 3414, Passcode: 743293)
• Open meeting broadcast live on YouTube and recorded by WRPS

Select Board

The Select Board will review one-day liquor license requests and several board appointments. The meeting also includes a presentation and adoption of financial policies.

• One Day Liquor License Request: Advanced Green Insulation (403 VFW Drive)
• One Day Liquor License Request: Article Fifteen Brewing (406 VFW Drive)
• Council on Aging Board Appointment: Ruth Assetta
• Annual Appointment: Galvin & Galvin, PC — Land Use Counsel
• Annual Appointment: Clifford & Kenny, LLP — General & Labor Counsel

The Select Board appointed Galvin & Galvin PC as Land Use Counsel and Clifford & Kenny, LLP as General & Labor Counsel. The Board also adopted a Financial Policy Manual with the removal of the revenue turnover section. Additionally, the board approved two one-day liquor licenses and two board appointments.

• Approved Minutes of 5/16/23 (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Advanced Green Insulation (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Article Fifteen (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ruth Assetta to the Council on Aging Board (Unanimous)
• Appointed Galvin & Galvin, PC as Land Use Counsel (Unanimous)
• Appointed Clifford & Kenny, LLP as General & Labor Counsel (4-1)
• Appointed Town Counsel(s) with no term limits, contingent on Town Charter (4-1)
• Adopted Financial Policy Manual, removing the 'Revenue Turnover' section (Unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review various tax-related items and financial reports. The agenda includes the discussion of fiscal year 2023 exemptions, abatements, and the preliminary FY24 tax rate.

• FY23 Real Estate Tax Exemptions Approvals/Denials
• FY23 Real Estate/Personal Property Tax Abatements Approvals/Denials
• FY23 MV Abatement Application Approvals/Denials
• FY24 Preliminary Tax Rate
• End of Month Reports for April and May

The Board approved a preliminary tax rate of $15.60 for Fiscal Year 2024. Members also approved several tax abatement applications and signed multiple motor vehicle excise commitments.

• Accepted preliminary FY2024 tax rate of $15.60 (2-0)
• Approved two Real Estate/Personal Property Abatement Applications (2-0)
• Denied three Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement applications (2-0)
• Deemed 24 RE/PP abatement applications denied due to expiration of time
• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Signed Motor Vehicle Commitment 2023-3 for $217,970.42
• Signed invoice for The Stitchery for $40.00
• Signed April and May 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatements reports

Plymouth County Advisory Board

The Plymouth County Advisory Board will meet to discuss and vote on the FY 2024 budget, including revenue estimates and allocations of deed excise funds. The agenda also includes elections for Chair and Vice-Chair, updates from the Commissioner and Treasurer, and an ARPA update.

• Vote: FY 2024 Revenues
• Vote: Chapter 64D, Deeds Excise Funds: County 60%
• Vote: Chapter 64D, Deeds Excise Funds: Registry of Deeds 40%
• Vote: FY 2024 Plymouth County Budget
• FY 2022 Budget Transfers

Board of Health

The Board of Health will deliberate on an appeal regarding 30 — 36 Belmont Street. The Board will also enter executive session to discuss legal strategy regarding Rockland v. Falco in Superior Court and Tenants v. Falco v. Rockland in Housing Court.

• Appeal deliberation for 30 — 36 Belmont Street
• Litigation strategy discussion: Rockland v. Falco (Superior Court)
• Litigation strategy discussion: Tenants v. Falco v. Rockland (Housing Court)

Sewer Commission

The Commission approved a new sewer connection for a duplex at 48 Cary St. However, new sewer applications are currently not being accepted because the 12-month rolling flow average remains over 2.5 MGPD. The board also discussed the need for a new generator and a state extension for digester piping.

• Approved new sewer connection for duplex at 48 Cary St (3-0)
• Denied new sewer applications for Park & Howard and Holy Family due to flow limits
• Approved contacting military recruiters for superintendent candidates (3-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review account activity and balances. The meeting includes discussions regarding next steps for a CPC request for Tramp House Phase 3 and brainstorming for the 150th Celebration.

• Review of Treasurer's Report and account balances
• Tramp House Phase 3: next steps for CPC request
• Brainstorming activities for 150th Celebration
• Lucretia Chase Art Donation

The Historical Commission approved the treasurer's report and voted to support the restoration of the Channing Church stained glass windows. The commission also determined that donated artwork by Lucretia Chase will be stored at the E.T. Wright building.

• Approved Treasurer's Report (5-0)
• Voted to support Channing Church stained glass restoration project (5-0)
• Decided to store Lucretia Chase art donation at the E.T. Wright building

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review end-of-year transfers presented by the Accounting Department. The committee is also scheduled to elect its officers.

• End of Year Transfers presentation by Accounting Dept
• Election of Officers for Finance Committee
• Review of Transfer Requests

Rockland Housing Authority

The Board will review the minutes from the April 30, 2023, meeting and examine the financial statement for that same period. The agenda also includes a Director's Report and a session for Board Concerns.

• Approval of April 30, 2023, minutes
• Review of April 30, 2023, financial statement

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss a ground mounted photovoltaic system at 276 Plain Street and a Form A for 403 Union Street. The meeting also includes potential votes on board reorganization and the approval of April 18, 2023, minutes.

• Site & Design Ground Mounted Photovoltaic System at 276 Plain Street
• Form A for Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston at 403 Union Street
• Invoice to Amory Engineers for $171.00 (80 Bill Delahunt Pkwy)
• Invoice to PBG Engineering for $209.04 (80 Bill Delahunt Pkwy)
• Invoice to PBG Engineering for $244.48 (0 Dyer Street)

The Planning Board re-appointed its Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Clerk. The board approved several payments for construction reviews and meeting services. A site review for a solar project at 276 Plain Street was continued to June 27, 2023.

• Re-appointed Mike Corbett as Chairman (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed John Lucas as Vice Chairman (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed Charles Williams as Clerk (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 18, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $171.00 payment to Amory Engineers for 80 Bill Delahunt Pkwy review (Unanimous)
• Approved $209.04 payment to PBG Engineering for 80 Bill Delahunt Pkwy review (Unanimous)
• Approved $244.48 payment to PGB Engineering for 0 Dyer Street review (Unanimous)
• Approved $450.00 payment to Secretary for May 1 and May 23 meetings (Unanimous)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Joint Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss water usage restriction policies. The board also scheduled an executive session regarding union contract negotiations.

• Water Usage Restriction Policy discussion
• Executive Session: Union Contract Negotiation

The Abington & Rockland Joint Board of Water Commission voted to implement Step 4 water restrictions effective May 24, 2023. The Board also reviewed a proposed Water Usage Restriction Policy for future finalization.

• Approved implementation of Step 4 water restriction effective 5/24/2023 (4-1)
• Entered executive session for union contract negotiations (5-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review the Treasurer's Report regarding account activity and balances. The meeting includes discussions on next steps for a CPC request related to Tramp House Phase 3 and brainstorming activities for the town's 150th celebration.

• Review of Treasurer's Report account activity and balances
• Discussion of next steps for Tramp House Phase 3 CPC request
• Brainstorming session for 150th Celebration activities

The Historical Commission approved the treasurer's report. Members discussed brainstorming ideas for the Rockland 150 celebration, including a potential pamphlet or book on businesses active in 1874.

• Approved treasurer's report (5-0)

Cultural Council

The Council will review previous events and upcoming programs at the Rockland Library. Members will also discuss participation in the Rockland 150 Anniversary scheduled for March 2024.

• Review of awards fund balance as of May 23, 2023
• Review of Channing Church events
• Review of Arts Festival at Rockland High School
• Discussion of Rockland Library children's programs and Satuit Band Concert
• Discussion of Rockland 150 Anniversary participation

The council reviewed treasury balances and discussed scholarship deadlines and greeting card updates. Members discussed potential support for the Fiber Art Festival and the town's 150th anniversary. No formal votes on funding or policy were recorded.

Charter Review

The committee reviewed a presentation on suggested charter changes compared to other municipalities. Discussions focused on whether the town clerk, town collector, and town treasurer should be elected or appointed, and the possible creation of a Department of Public Works.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous)

Rockland School Committee

The committee will review financial reports for the school department and student activities. The agenda includes updates on Phelps Elementary School and a request for a new AP Psychology textbook.

• Financial Reports for February (School Department, High School Student Activities, Rogers Middle School Student Activities, and Cafe)
• Phelps Elementary School Update
• Kendra Donovan Request for New AP Psychology Textbook
• Transportation Update
• Donation from CAF America

The School Committee approved the minutes from May 8, 2023, along with several financial and monthly departmental reports. The committee also approved a new AP Psychology textbook. Members received updates on the Phelps Elementary School project and student transportation registration.

• Approved minutes of May 8, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved four financial reports for School Department, High School Student Activities, Middle School Student Activities, and Cafeteria (unanimous)
• Approved 18 monthly departmental reports (unanimous)
• Approved new AP Psychology textbook (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will review a final report on a rate study and various project updates. Discussion includes new connection requests, generator replacement, and potential moratorium amendments.

• New Connection Requests: Union Street, Beechwood Estates, and Park Street / Howard Street
• Rate Study - Final Report
• Generator Replacement
• Proposed Moratorium Amendment for July 1, 2023
• Veolia April Monthly Operating Report (MOR)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review various tax-related items including real estate and personal property applications. The meeting also includes a discussion of the FY24 preliminary tax rate and an update from the Director of Assessing.

• FY23 Real Estate Tax Exemptions Approvals/Denials
• FY23 Real Estate/Personal Property Tax Abatements Approvals/Denials
• FY23 MV Abatement Application Approvals/Denials
• FY24 Preliminary Tax Rate
• End of Month Reports April

Select Board

The Select Board approved several administrative appointments, including a new Tax Title Counsel and a member for the Cultural Council. The Board also granted two one-day liquor licenses and approved the continuation of specific legal contracts. A letter of support regarding MBTA commuter rail safety was approved for review.

• Approved Coppola and Coppola as Tax Title Counsel (3-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved appointment of Carolyn Housman to the Cultural Council (Unanimous)
• Approved annual reappointments excluding Labor and Land Use Counsel (Unanimous)
• Approved continuation of Labor Counsel and Land Use Counsel contracts until next meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for 4th Floor Artist (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Article Fifteen (Unanimous)
• Approved change of manager for 99 Restaurant (Unanimous)
• Approved review of MBTA letter of support for commuter rail safety (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a remote public hearing regarding an application by Graphic Realty Trust. The applicant is seeking a Special Permit and a Chapter 40A, Section 6 Finding to continue alleged previously established non-conforming uses at the property.

• Public hearing for Special Permit and Chapter 40A, Section 6 Finding at 443 Webster Street
• Application by Thomas P. Healy, Trustee, of Graphic Realty Trust

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority will meet to review financial reports and budget drafts. The agenda includes a review of the fiscal year 2023 year-to-date appropriation expenditure report and a draft budget for fiscal year 2024.

• Approval of March 17, 2022 minutes
• Fiscal Year 2023 Year-To-Date Appropriation Expenditure Report
• Fiscal Year 2024 Draft Budget
• Status of Vacancies

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will review Town Meeting results and departmental bills payable. Discussion includes updates on strategic planning, collection development policy, and building updates regarding bathrooms, drainage, and the Children's Room.

• Review of April 12, 2023 minutes
• Strategic Planning Update
• Collection Development Policy review
• Building updates: Bathrooms, drainage, and Children's Room

The Board unanimously approved a revised Collection Development Policy that includes a new Request for Reconsideration Form. The Board also noted the receipt of a $56,000 Covid Recovery grant from the Mass Cultural Council.

• Approved revised Collection Development Policy (unanimous)
• Did not approve April 12, 2023 minutes due to lack of quorum

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors will hold a joint public hearing with the Weymouth Planning Board. The session will consider a request to amend and restate the Zoning and Land Use By-Laws and Map for the NAS South Weymouth project. No other specific decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Amendment and Restatement of Zoning and Land Use By-Laws and Map for NAS South Weymouth

Board of Water Commissioners

The joint board will conduct reorganization and review meeting minutes. The agenda includes an application extension request for Schoolhouse Apartments and a proposal regarding water/sewer connections for North Quincy Street.

• Donna Burks — Smith, Schoolhouse Apartments — application extension request
• Shawn Reilly & Egan Development LLC - Proposed single-family homes on North Quincy Street to be connected/serviced directly by Brockton water and sewer
• Expiration of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration on May 11, 2023
• Rockland Article 61 — Water Restriction Enforcement By-Law
• Executive session — Union Contract Negotiation

The Board granted a one-year application extension for the Schoolhouse Apartment project and approved a request for a development on North Quincy Street to tie into Brockton Water and Sewer. Members also directed staff to develop a water usage restriction policy.

• Approved one-year application extension for Schoolhouse Apartment project (Unanimous)
• Approved request for North Quincy Street project to tie into Brockton Water and Sewer (Unanimous)
• Approved request for Mr. Royal and Mrs. Cameron to create a water usage restriction policy (Unanimous)
• Accepted March 2023 Financial Report (Unanimous)
• Accepted Superintendents Report (Unanimous)
• Denied request to meet with Sewer Board at this time (Unanimous)
• Approved April 3, 2023, open and executive session minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board unanimously voted to table reorganization and maintain current structures. The Board also approved the April 3, 2023, meeting minutes and the March 2023 Financial Report.

• Tabled reorganization (unanimous)
• Approved April 3, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a working session to discuss various administrative and operational matters. The agenda includes discussions on EPA submittals, fee approvals, and the superintendent position.

• Approve minutes of previous meeting
• Approve fees at 365 Concord Street
• EPA Submittal Update and Report Connection Data
• Updated Waitlist for Web Posting
• CWMP Draft Approval Vote

The Commission approved a new sewer connection for 365 Concord Street with specific conditions and a one-year validity period. Members discussed capacity issues regarding the Union Point development and the need for a superintendent with strong administrative and computer skills.

• Approved new connection at 365 Concord Street (3-0)

Rockland School Committee

The School Committee will review the April 24, 2023, meeting minutes and monthly reports from administrators, guidance, nursing, and pupil personnel services. The agenda includes updates on Phelps Elementary School and a request for a new Environmental Science book.

• Acceptance of April 24, 2023, meeting minutes
• Phelps Elementary School update
• Request for a new Environmental Science book presented by Julia DiCanzio
• Discussion regarding Bridges Academy Grades 7-12
• Discussion regarding Mass Health

The Rockland School Committee approved the Bridges Program at Rockland High School and tabled a request for new environmental science textbooks until the next meeting. They also approved the April 24 meeting minutes and monthly financial reports. No votes were divided; all approvals were unanimous.

• Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly Financial Reports for administrators, guidance, nurse, and pupil personnel services (unanimous)
• Approved Bridges Program at Rockland High School (unanimous)
• Tabled request for new Environmental Science textbooks until next meeting (unanimous)

Community Preservation Act (CPA)

The Community Preservation Act Committee will conduct interviews for an Administrative Assistant position. The board will also discuss updates on several local land and housing projects.

• Administrative Assistant interviews for Joe Gervasi, Karenann Ripley, and Christine MacPherson
• Holy Family School Housing Project update
• Town of Whitman owned land on Beech St update
• Reeds Pond Property next steps discussion
• Payment approval of $2,650 from Administrative Fund for Carey Street Environmental Assessment invoice

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss a superintendent candidate interview. The board will also review a tentative schedule for future working session meetings.

• Discussion of Superintendent Candidate Interview
• Tentative schedule for working session meetings

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority will continue a public hearing regarding a development and site plan for a 99-room hotel. The board will also review the employee handbook and fiscal year 2023 transfers.

• Public hearing for CP Endeavor Holdings 18 LLC's application for a 99-room hotel
• Update to SRA Employee Handbook to add EyeMed Vision Plan
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023 Treasurer's Report transfers
• Executive session regarding SRA v. LStar Southfield, LLC, et al litigation

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a hearing regarding orders and decisions dated March 17 and March 22, 2023, for the property at 30-36 Belmont Street. The board will also discuss tobacco violations and signature authority.

• Hearing regarding 30-36 Belmont Street
• Discussion of 6 tobacco violations meeting date
• Approval of trash abatement requests for April and May
• Signature Authority Designation
• Executive session regarding litigation: Rockland v. Falco and Tenants v. Falco v. Rockland

The Board of Health approved trash abatements for April and May, and approved minutes from February 28 and March 28, 2023. A hearing for six tobacco violations was scheduled for June 13, 2023. A hearing regarding a Board of Health order for 30-36 Belmont Street was also noted.

• Approved trash abatements for April and May
• Approved minutes from February 28, 2023
• Approved minutes from March 28, 2023
• Set hearing for six tobacco violations for June 13, 2023

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss administrative updates and ongoing projects. The meeting includes an interview for a Superintendent candidate and discussions on municipal development fees.

• Superintendent candidate interview at 4:00 PM
• Discussion on Municipal Development Fees
• Update on 365 Concord Street
• I&I Rehabilitation update
• Review of Final Copy Rate Study

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet via Zoom to conduct a continuance hearing. The meeting focuses on a 40B application submitted by Shinglemill, LLC.

• Continuance hearing for Shinglemill, LLC (40B) regarding 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street

Select Board

The Rockland Select Board is meeting to consider several one-day liquor license requests for upcoming community events, review a CDBG case, and vote on indemnifying a hearing officer. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and community announcements.

• One-day liquor license requests for Open Air Market (5/20), Rockland Day (6/17), and others
• CDBG Case 20-309 review
• Vote to indemnify hearing officer
• Charter Review Committee vacancy announcement
• Minutes of April 18, 2023

The Select Board approved a waiver to fund a single housing rehabilitation project (Case 20-309) after bids exceeded initial estimates. The Board also issued several one-day liquor licenses for upcoming community events and appointed a hearing officer for a Board of Health meeting.

• Approved minutes of 4/18/23
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Second Wind Brewing Co. and Open Air Market (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Rockland Day (Unanimous)
• Approved submitting a waiver to fund single Case 20-309 Housing Rehabilitation Project (4-1)
• Appointed Attorney Peter Morin as Indemnify Hearing Officer for 5/3/23 BOH meeting (Unanimous)
• Granted Allied Veterans Council permission to hold Memorial Day Observance on May 29 (Consensus)

Finance Committee

The Rockland Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the Annual/Special Town Meeting warrant. The agenda also includes a placeholder for other business not reasonably anticipated. No specific items, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed.

• Annual/Special Town Meeting Warrant Discussion
• Other Business Not Reasonably Anticipated

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss the Annual/Special Town Meeting Warrant. No other specific agenda items were listed.

• Discussion of Annual/Special Town Meeting Warrant

Capital Planning Committee

The committee met for four minutes to conduct procedural business. The only substantive action taken was the approval of the minutes from the March 30, 2023, meeting.

• Approved minutes of the 3/30/23 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Rockland Planning Board is meeting to attend the Special and Annual Town Meetings at Rockland High School. The agenda contains only this attendance notice and no separate planning board business items.

• Planning Board members in attendance at Special Town Meeting at 7:00pm
• Planning Board members in attendance at Annual Town Meeting at 7:15pm
• Meetings held at Rockland High School Auditorium

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Authority will meet to approve minutes from February 28, 2023, and several reports dated March 31, 2023. The agenda also includes the approval of a five-year capital plan.

• Approval of financial statements for March 31, 2023
• Approval of MOD reports for March 31, 2023
• Approval of quarterly reports for March 31, 2023
• Approval of 5 year capital plan
• Approval of February 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Rockland School Building Project Committee

The School Building Committee is scheduled to meet via Zoom. The provided document contains the meeting time and remote access information but does not list specific discussion topics or actions.

Charter Review

The Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss the town's current charter. The meeting includes a presentation by the UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management.

• Presentation by UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management
• Review and discussion of current Town Charter
• Approval of 3/28/2023 minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed suggested charter changes based on a presentation by the UMass Boston Collins Center and reviewed charter articles through C-2.02.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to review administrative updates and old business. The board will discuss the assessment of municipal development fees and a letter to the Planning Board.

• Assessment of Municipal Development Fees
• Board letter to Planning Board
• Superintendent interview
• Review of connections
• Approval of April 4 and 11 working session minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from April 4 and April 11. Members discussed the superintendent hiring process, I&I pipe lining progress, and potential municipal fee assessments. The board declined a request for an open forum with former superintendent Dave Taylor.

• Approved minutes of April 4 and April 11 (3-0)
• Scheduled superintendent interview for May 2 at 4pm
• Signed letter to Planning Board
• Declined request for open forum with Dave Taylor

Cultural Council

The Rockland Cultural Council will meet to review April events and discuss upcoming activities. The body will also receive reports from the Treasurer regarding awards, seed money, and scholarship funds.

• Review of April events
• 4th Floor Artists event on April 29 at 83 East Water Street
• Arts Festival on May 3 & 4 at Rockland High School
• Channing Church event on May 13
• Farmers Market musical events at Hartstuff Park

The council approved the revised minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting. Members discussed increasing meeting frequency, advertising strategies, and potential grants for rail trail sculptures. No other formal votes on funding or projects were recorded.

• Approved revised 3-27-23 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Rockland School Committee

The School Committee will review financial reports for the month of March and discuss a potential change to the 2023 school year calendar. The agenda also includes updates regarding Phelps and Esten Global Play Day.

• Financial Reports for March
• School year 2023 calendar change
• Phelps Update
• Curriculum Corner: Esten Global Play Day

The School Committee approved two changes to the 2022-2023 school calendar regarding half days and the final day of school for certain grades. The committee also approved financial reports for March. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of April 10, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved March financial reports for School Department, RHS Student Activities, Rogers Middle School Student Activities, and Cafe (unanimous)
• Approved making June 15, 2023, a half day for grades 1-4 elementary schools (unanimous)
• Approved changing the last school day for preschool and kindergarten from June 13th to June 9th (unanimous)

Park Department

The Rockland Park Department is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and electing board officers. They will also discuss and potentially decide on field and permit requests for 2023, field rentals, and updates on several park projects, including Hartsuff Park and the Reed St Track. Budget and Town Meeting articles are on the agenda for discussion.

• Field and permit request for 2023
• Hartsuff Park design project updates
• Discussion on Reed St Track
• Budget and Town Meeting articles
• Varsity Softball Field / RGSL Moving Snack Shack

The board voted to consult Town Counsel on rescinding a previous vote regarding a study for a new recreation building at Hartsuff Park. Members also approved seeking pricing for sod and a sprinkler system for the girls' softball field. No budget changes were made.

• Accepted February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Voted to continue with current officers (3-0)
• Approved seeking price for sprinkler system and sod for girls' softball field (3-0)
• Approved motion to ask Town Counsel how to rescind the vote on the Hartsuff Park building study (2-1)

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is meeting to discuss administrative updates, new sewer connections, and project updates. A vote on a rate increase is scheduled, and the board will address comments from Selectman Lori Childs and consider a proposed moratorium amendment.

• Vote on rate increase
• New connection requests: Park St/Howard St and 365 Concord St
• Proposed moratorium amendment for July 1, 2023
• Generator replacement update
• CWMP Phase III draft report

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss administrative updates and old business. The meeting includes discussions on municipal development fees and moratorium amendments.

• Discussion on municipal development fees
• Moratorium amendments
• Primrose School old business
• Assistant position administrative update
• Accounting and Superintendent updates

The Commission determined that current flow levels and non-compliance with EPA standards prevent new sewer connections. A letter will be sent to the planning board stating that no new applicants will be scheduled for at least a year. The board is seeking federal grant funding to address inflow and infiltration (I&I) issues.

• Approved waitlist for 32 Concord St and Manzella Court
• Approved projects not subject to moratorium: 343 Weymouth St, 48 Carey St, 60 Green St, 506 Beech St, and 411 Pond St
• Determined no new connection applicants will be scheduled for at least one year
• Approved meeting start at 2:02 PM (3-0)
• Approved adjournment at 2:58 PM (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve or deny real estate and personal property tax abatements and exemptions for FY23. The board will also review weekly invoices and meeting minutes.

• FY23 Real Estate Tax Exemptions approvals/denials
• FY23 Real Estate/Personal Property Tax Abatements approvals/denials
• Weekly invoices
• Signatory Authorization

The Board of Assessors approved a senior real estate exemption and granted DLS signatory authority to the Director of Assessing. The Board also approved one invoice and the minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting.

• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Signed one invoice for Plymouth Country Registry of Deeds for $19.00
• Approved one Clause 41C Senior exemption totaling $1,000.00 (2-0)
• Approved DLS signatory authority for Director of Assessing Rachael A. Carlisle (2-0)

Select Board

The Rockland Select Board is meeting to discuss routine business including liquor license requests, a change of officer for a restaurant, and the Town Administrator's performance evaluation. They may also address the FY24 budget and the May 1 Town Meeting warrant if needed.

• One-day liquor license requests for Article 15 Brewing Open Air Market on 4/22, 5/6, 9/16
• Change of officer for the 99 Restaurant & Pub at 29 Accord Park Drive
• Town Administrator performance evaluation
• FY24 budget discussion (if needed)
• May 1, 2023 Town Meeting warrant (if needed)

The Board of Selectmen approved one-day liquor licenses for the Open Air Market and a corporate officer change for Ninety-Nine Restaurant & Pub. The Town Administrator's performance evaluation was tabled. The Board also noted that the May 1 Town Meeting Warrant has been posted.

• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Article Fifteen Brewing and Open Air Market (Unanimous)
• Approved change of officer for Ninety-Nine Restaurant & Pub (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 4/4/23
• Tabled Town Administrator performance evaluation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding residential additions and the continuation of nonconforming uses. The board will also consider a comprehensive permit for a large-scale housing development.

• Public hearing for 91 Josh Gray Road to add a 1,200 SF second story and a 2-story L-shaped extension
• Continuance public hearing for 443 Webster Street regarding a Special Permit and nonconforming uses
• Continuance public hearing for Shinglemill LLC to build 236 residential units in two five-story buildings at 0 Pond Street and 152 Wilson Street
• Proposal for 25% of units at the Shinglemill LLC project to be classified as affordable per Chapter 40B

Planning Board

The Board recommended four zoning by-law amendments to the Board of Selectmen regarding kennel definitions and Planning Board associate members. Additionally, the Board granted conditional approval for a ground-mounted solar system at 276 Plain Street, pending a future discussion on financial surety for removal.

• Recommended Article 74 (Kennel definitions) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Recommended Article 75 (Permitted Uses amendments) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Recommended Article 76 (Kennel title and phrasing changes) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Recommended Article 81 (Planning Board Associate Member position) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Conditionally approved SolBid/Sterling Golf Management solar project at 276 Plain Street (3-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $703.61 payment to PGB Engineering for 0 Dyer Street Construction Review (3-0)
• Approved $225.00 payment to Secretary for April 18, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed Zoning By-Law changes for the May 1, 2023, Town Meeting. The board will also continue a site and design review for a solar project.

• Public hearing for Town Meeting Articles #72-74 and #81 regarding Zoning By-Law changes
• Site & Design Review for ground mounted photovoltaic system at 276 Plain Street (SolBid/Sterling Golf Management)
• Invoice payment of $703.61 to PGB Engineering for Dyer Street Construction Review
• Secretary payment of $225.00 for the April 18, 2023 meeting

The Board recommended four zoning by-law amendments to the Board of Selectmen regarding kennel definitions and Planning Board associate members. Additionally, the Board granted conditional approval for a ground-mounted solar system at 276 Plain Street, pending a future agreement on financial surety for removal.

• Recommended Article 74 (Kennel definitions) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Recommended Article 75 (Permitted Uses amendments) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Recommended Article 76 (Kennel title and wording changes) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Recommended Article 81 (Planning Board Associate Member creation) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Granted conditional approval for SolBid/Sterling Golf Management solar project at 276 Plain Street (3-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $703.61 payment to PGB Engineering for 0 Dyer Street review (3-0)
• Approved $225.00 payment to Secretary for April 18 meeting (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed amendment to the Zoning By-laws. The board will make recommendations regarding this amendment for the Annual Town Meeting on May 1, 2023.

• Public hearing for Article # 81: proposed addition of a 'Planning Board Associate Member' to the Zoning By-laws (§415-2-1)
• Proposed associate member role to sit on the Board when fewer than five members are present for Special Permit applications
• Proposed three-year term for associate member via joint appointment by the Select Board and Planning Board

The Planning Board recommended four zoning by-law amendments to the Board of Selectmen regarding kennel definitions and the appointment of associate members. Additionally, the board granted conditional approval for a ground-mounted solar system at the Rockland Golf Course, pending a future decision on financial surety.

• Recommended Article 74 (Kennel definitions) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Recommended Article 75 (Permitted Uses amendments) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Recommended Article 76 (Kennel title and wording changes) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Recommended Article 81 (Planning Board Associate Member position) to Board of Selectmen (3-0)
• Conditionally approved solar system at 276 Plain Street; surety bond to be discussed May 23, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $703.61 payment to PGB Engineering for 0 Dyer Street review (3-0)
• Approved $225.00 payment to Secretary for April 18, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to reorganize the board and introduce new members. The session includes reviews of the FY24 budget, strategic planning, and the Collection Development Policy. Trustees will also discuss building updates regarding the Children's Room and bathrooms and drainage.

• Board Reorganization
• FY24 Budget Update
• Review of Collection Development Policy
• Building updates for bathrooms and drainage
• Building updates for Children's Room

The Board of Library Trustees unanimously approved the reorganization of its leadership positions. The board also approved the March 8, 2023, meeting minutes and reviewed financial reports and department bills.

• Approved March 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Carol Mahoney as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Danielle Biggins as Secretary (unanimous)
• Elected Carol Cahill as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Rockland Conservation Commission is meeting to handle several project applications and certificates of compliance, including a withdrawn notice of intent for 1 Pond Street. The board will also discuss a construction monitoring update for 365 Concord Street, alternate member voting rights, and open space rules and regulations.

• 1 Pond Street — Notice of Intent application withdrawn
• 4 Reed Bent Road — Request for Determination of Applicability (RDA)
• 333 Weymouth St — Certificate of Compliance
• 330 Beech Street — Certificate of Compliance
• 56 Air Station Industrial Park Road — RDA

Sewer Commission

The Commission approved a permit for a bathroom addition at 333 Weymouth St and a reimbursement for printing costs. The board also voted to send a letter addressing statements made by a town official regarding the department. Other items discussed included I&I rehab progress and upcoming bids for digester piping and a generator.

• Approved project at 333 Weymouth St with $150 fee (3-0)
• Approved $93.49 printing cost reimbursement for Chuck Heshion (2-0 with one abstention)
• Approved motion to send letter addressing statements made by Ms. Childs (3-0)
• Approved minutes from March 28, 2023 (3-0)

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee is meeting to organize for the year, elect officers, and appoint members to various subcommittees. They will also accept minutes, hear reports, and discuss old and new business, including a request to increase food service prices for students and staff.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Appointments to subcommittees including Sick Leave, Wellness, and Collective Bargaining
• Request to increase Food Service Prices for Students and Staff
• Phelps Elementary School Update
• Requests for Fundraisers

The School Committee voted unanimously to increase the cost of breakfast and lunch for elementary, middle, and high school students, as well as staff. The committee also elected officers and appointed members to various sub-committees and liaison roles. March monthly reports and the March 27, 2023, minutes were approved.

• Approved elementary school lunch increase from $2.70 to $3.50 (unanimous)
• Approved middle and high school lunch increase from $2.95 to $3.75 (unanimous)
• Approved breakfast increase from $1.50 to $2.50 (unanimous)
• Approved staff lunch increase from $4.00 to $5.00 (unanimous)
• Elected Mrs. Maroney as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mrs. Hennessy as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mrs. Davidson as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved Preschool PAC Fundraiser (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Rockland Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on the town budget, including calendar and key dates, and to review transfer requests for approval or disapproval. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Historical Commission and department presentations. Most items are discussion or voting items, with no specific dollar amounts or project names listed.

• Vote on budget as able, including calendar and key dates
• Review and approve/disapprove transfer requests
• Historical Commission presentation
• Department presentations
• Review of meeting minutes

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Authority will meet to approve various financial, MOD, and quarterly reports from December 31, 2022, and January 31, 2023. The agenda also includes a review of the 667 tenant survey and summary.

• Approval of financial statements for Dec 31, 2022, and Jan 31, 2023
• Approval of MOD reports for Dec 31, 2022
• Approval of quarterly reports for Dec 31, 2022
• Review of 667 Tenant Survey 2019-2022 and 2022 Summary
• Director's Report for April 2023

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a working session to review administrative updates and old business. The body is discussing connections at 333 Weymouth Street and the assessment of municipal development fees.

• Connections at 333 Weymouth Street
• Assessment of Municipal Development Fees
• Moratorium Amendments
• Ordinance, Rules and Regulations
• Superintendent and accounting updates

The Commission reviewed a proposal for $1 million in ARPA funds and $1.5 million in bonds to cover the design of a facility upgrade. Members discussed the need for $4 million in grants to address infrastructure and capacity issues. No formal votes were taken on these funding items during this working session.

• Approved meeting start at 2:04 PM (3-0)
• Approved Waitlist (outcome recorded as approved, vote not specified)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:27 PM (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve or deny real estate and personal property tax abatements and exemptions for FY23. The board will also review weekly invoices and end of month reports.

• FY23 Real Estate Tax Exemptions approvals/denials
• FY23 Real Estate/Personal Property Tax Abatements approvals/denials
• Weekly Invoices
• Review of Overlay Account
• End of Month Reports

The Board of Assessors approved several real estate exemptions and reversed one senior exemption. The Board also signed motor vehicle and property abatement reports and authorized the release of funds from the Overlay account.

• Approved four Clause 22 Veteran exemptions ($1,600.00), one Clause 37 Blind exemption ($437.50), and three Clause 41C Senior exemptions ($3,000.00) (2-0)
• Reversed one Clause 17D Senior exemption totaling $175.00 (2-0)
• Denied one Clause 22 Veteran exemption totaling $400.00 (2-0)
• Signed Motor Vehicle Commitment 2023-2 totaling $358,763.56
• Signed March 2023 Motor Vehicle Excise Abatements Report totaling $9,673.68
• Signed March 2023 Real Estate and Personal Property Abatements Report totaling $8,534.82
• Approved release of $200,000 from the Overlay account (2-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will receive a presentation on the Capital Plan from Rich Harris. The board is also scheduled to discuss a proposed Town Government Mission Statement and the Town Administrator's performance evaluation.

• Presentation of Capital Plan by Rich Harris
• Proposed Town Government Mission Statement
• Town Administrator Performance Evaluation
• One Day Liquor License request for 4th Floor Artists (4/29, 4/30)
• One Day Liquor License requests for Buzz’d Meadery, LLC (multiple dates April-September)

The Board adopted a new Town of Rockland Mission Statement and a Board of Selectmen Code of Conduct. Several one-day liquor licenses were approved for local events. The Board also reviewed the FY24 Budget and the May 1 Town Meeting Warrant.

• Approved Minutes of 3/21/23 (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for 4th Floor Artists and Sandpaper Factory (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Buzz’d Meadery, LLC, Open Air Market (Unanimous)
• Approved Town of Rockland Mission Statement (Unanimous)
• Adopted Board of Selectmen Code of Conduct (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Rockland Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for April 4, 2023, was cancelled. Consequently, the public hearings for Shinglemill LLC's 236-unit housing project and Graphic Realty Trust's nonconforming use appeal were not held. No votes or decisions were recorded for these items.

• Meeting cancelled
• Shinglemill LLC 236-unit housing project at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street not heard
• Graphic Realty Trust nonconforming use appeal at 443 Webster Street not heard

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners met to approve previous meeting minutes and the February 2023 Financial Report. No other substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Board of Water Commission will review financial and superintendent reports. The board may vote on clerk hours and discuss high consumption billing for Una Crowley.

• Possible vote on Clerk Hours
• Discussion of high consumption billing for Una Crowley
• Review of Accounting/Financials and Financial Report
• Executive Session regarding Arbitration

The Board approved a joint meeting with the sewer commission to discuss policies and grants. They denied a billing abatement request from Una Crowley and authorized the Superintendent to fill available technician positions. In executive session, the Board voted to maintain a termination decision for a former employee while accepting a resignation letter.

• Approved joint meeting with sewer commission (unanimous)
• Denied bill abatement for Una Crowley (unanimous)
• Approved filling technician position(s) (unanimous)
• Accepted February 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Accepted Superintendent's Report (unanimous)
• Voted to maintain termination of Marcos Monteiro but accept resignation letter (5-0)

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will conduct testing of the voting machines in preparation for the Annual Town Election scheduled for Saturday, April 8, 2023. The meeting is procedural in nature, focusing solely on the technical verification of election equipment. No other business, ordinances, or financial decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Voting machine testing for the Annual Town Election held on April 8, 2023

Capital Planning Committee

The Committee re-opened and modified the Capital Plan to include several land acquisitions and department budget adjustments. These changes include funding for park land, recreation areas, and utility upgrades. The Capital Plan was closed following these amendments.

• Approved adding 48 Carey Street purchase of $500,500 to Capital Plan
• Approved adding purchase of Girl Scout camp portion for $1 million in FY 2025
• Approved adding $100K for FY 2025 for Holy Family School affordable housing grants
• Approved adding $60K for Water Department security and $75K for pump/filter upgrades
• Approved adding $62,153.32 for sewer pump and injector station repair
• Approved increasing Weymouth Street paving to $85K and Parks mower to $90K
• Approved reducing School Security Technology Upgrade to $150K
• Approved increasing police cruiser funding to $119,904

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss an agreement for engineering services and a proposed Master Development Plan. The board may vote to refer the amended zoning and land use by-laws to the Town of Weymouth.

• Agreement for Engineering Services and MWRA entrance application with Environmental Partners Group, Inc.
• Discussion and possible vote on Amended and Restated Zoning and Land Use By-Laws
• Presentation of the Proposed Master Development Plan

Finance Committee

The Rockland Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on the town budget, including calendar and key dates, and to review transfer requests. The agenda also includes department presentations and other new business. This is a regular working meeting with no specific dollar amounts or project names listed.

• Vote on budget as able, including calendar and key dates
• Review and approve/disapprove transfer requests
• Department presentations
• Historical Commission matters

The Finance Committee approved budgets for Waste Disposal, Board of Health, Recreation, and the McKinley Building. The committee also recommended the vast majority of Special and Annual Town Meeting articles for approval, while deferring two items.

• Approved Waste Disposal budget of $1,755,052.52 (4-1 abstention)
• Approved Board of Health budget of $146,491.03 (4-1 abstention)
• Approved Recreation budget of $239,989.15 (Unanimous)
• Approved McKinley Building budget of $172,884.20 (Unanimous)
• Recommended Special Town Meeting Articles 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 (Unanimous)
• Recommended Annual Town Meeting Articles 2-9, 12, 13, 15-65, and 84 (Unanimous)
• Deferred Article 14 to Community Preservation Committee
• Deferred Article 73 to Board of Selectmen

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review account activity and balances in the Treasurer's Report. The meeting includes follow-up discussions regarding the GAR expo, a budget request before the Finance Committee, and next steps for the Tramp House Phase 3 CPC request.

• Review of Treasurer's Report account activity and balances
• Follow up on GAR expo
• Review of RHC budget request in front of Finance Committee
• Tramp House Phase 3: next steps for CPC request

The Commission approved the treasurer's report and authorized the deposit of $40.00 from the GAR Historical Expo. Members also approved reimbursements for Civil War expo expenses. The Finance Committee previously approved a budget of $1,525.00 for the commission.

• Approved treasurer's report (5-0)
• Approved deposit of $40.00 from GAR Historical Expo sales into Donations account (5-0)
• Approved $129.02 reimbursement to Pam Ryan from Donations account (5-0)
• Approved $231.70 reimbursement to Pam Ryan from Purchase of Services account (5-0)

Board of Health

The Board voted to keep the Residential Kitchen Code aligned with Massachusetts state regulations. The Board also approved bill vouchers and trash abatements. Several items, including the February 28 meeting minutes and an update for 379 Union Street, were tabled.

• Voted 2-1 to keep Residential Kitchen Code the same as the state of Massachusetts
• Approved Bill Vouchers
• Approved Trash Abatements
• Tabled February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled 379 Union Street update until further notice

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review remaining budget items and articles. The body will also review and decide on any transfer requests presented by the town.

• Review of remaining budget items and articles
• Review and approval/disapproval of town transfer requests

Charter Review

The Charter Review Committee is meeting to review language for the May 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant regarding charter amendments. The committee will also receive a presentation from the UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management.

• Review of warrant language to add alternate members to the Planning Board
• Review of warrant language for gender-neutral terminology (Select Board vs. Board of Selectmen)
• Presentation and overview of policy memo from UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management
• Discussion of potential charter amendments for future Town Meetings

The committee approved a proposal to interview town boards regarding reorganization and role structure. Members also agreed that approved meeting minutes and materials will be sent to the town clerk for posting on the town website.

• Approved meeting minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved proposal to interview town board members on reorganization and role structure (unanimous)
• Approved sending meeting minutes and materials to the town clerk for website posting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue the site and design review for a ground-mounted photovoltaic system. The board will also consider payments for engineering services and meeting administration.

• Site & Design Review for ground mounted photovoltaic system at 276 Plain Street (SolBid/Sterling Golf Management)
• Invoice payment to PGB Engineering for $335.40 regarding 0 Dyer Street Construction Review
• Invoice payment to PGB Engineering for $429.00 regarding 333-343 Weymouth Street Plan Review
• Payment to Secretary in the amount of $225.00

The Planning Board approved the February 28, 2023 meeting minutes and authorized three payments for engineering and secretarial services. A site and design review for a photovoltaic system was moved to a future meeting at the applicant's request.

• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved $335.40 payment to PGB Engineering for Dyer Street Construction Review (Unanimous)
• Approved $429.00 payment to PGB Engineering for Weymouth Street Plan Review (Unanimous)
• Approved $225.00 payment to Secretary for March 28, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Moved SolBid/Sterling Golf Management photovoltaic system review to April 18, 2023

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss administrative updates and old business. The body will review municipal development fees, moratorium amendments, and the board's letter to Selectmen.

• Discussion on municipal development fees
• Review of moratorium amendments
• Discussion of ordinance, rules and regulations
• Approval of minutes from January 10, 12, and 19 working sessions
• Board letter to Selectmen

The Commission determined that over one million gallons per day of inflow and infiltration (I&I) must be removed before new connections can be approved. Members discussed proposing a $300,000 annual municipal fee to fund remediation and approved a budget increase for the superintendent's salary.

• Approved article to rename Ordinance to Sewer Use Bylaw and remove $10 fee (3-0)
• Approved increase of superintendent salary for budget purposes to $122,000 (3-0)
• Determined new connections will not be approved for at least one year due to capacity issues
• Approved meeting start at 2:00 PM (3-0)
• Approved adjournment at 3:39 PM (3-0)

Cultural Council

The Rockland Cultural Council will review treasurer reports regarding 2023 MA Cultural Council awards, seed money, and scholarship money. The body will also discuss community input and upcoming local arts events.

• 2023 MA Cultural Council award
• Scholarship and seed money reports
• 4th Floor Artists event on April 29 at 83 East Water Street
• Arts Festival on May 3 & 4 at Rockland High School
• WRPS update meeting

The Council denied a request from Whipples to extend a 2021 grant for a musical broadcast that was not started in 2022. The Council also held elections for leadership positions and reviewed the current treasury balance.

• Elected John C. as Co-Chair
• Elected Jeanne M. as Co-Chair
• Elected Melissa B. as Treasurer
• Denied grant extension for Whipples musical broadcast (unanimous)

Open Space

The Open Space Committee will discuss organizing an education program regarding the history and planned preservation of open space at the former Weymouth Naval Air Station development. This includes reviewing plan changes made by the current Master Developer and proposed zoning changes.

• Education program discussion: former Weymouth Naval Air Station development
• Town cleanup
• Whitman Girl Scout Camp Report
• Mass. Walking Tour Report

The committee reviewed development plans for the former NAS base and noted potential threats to protected bird and turtle habitats. Members agreed to coordinate meetings between Abington, Rockland, and Weymouth to present the history of the base's open spaces and the towns' views on new plans.

• Approved minutes of the 3/6/2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to organize joint meetings with Abington and Weymouth regarding base development

Rockland School Committee

The School Committee will conduct a public hearing and vote on the FY24 budget. The body will also consider the 2023-2024 school calendar and policy updates for a second reading.

• FY24 Budget public hearing and approval
• 2023-2024 School Calendar second reading for approval
• Policy updates second reading for approval
• Proposed changes to the Rockland High School 2023-2024 Student Handbook
• Requests for fundraisers and Summer Camp Flyer for approval

The School Committee held a public hearing and approved the FY24 Budget. The committee also approved the 2023-2024 school calendar and updates to the Rockland High School student handbook.

• Approved FY24 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 School Calendar (unanimous)
• Approved updated 2023-2024 Student Handbook Proposed Changes for Rockland High School (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000.00 donation from 3M (unanimous)
• Approved Policy Updates (unanimous)
• Approved Jefferson Fundraiser (unanimous)
• Approved Summer Camp Flyer (unanimous)
• Approved February financial reports and January/February department reports (unanimous)

Rockland School Committee

The School Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY24 school budget and vote on its approval. The body will also consider the 2023-2024 school calendar and policy updates for a second reading.

• FY24 Budget public hearing and approval
• 2023-2024 School Calendar approval (second reading)
• Policy updates approval (second reading)
• Proposed changes to the Rockland High School 2023-2024 Student Handbook
• Phelps Elementary School update

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. A regular school committee meeting will follow immediately after the hearing.

• FY24 Budget Public Hearing

The School Committee held a public hearing and approved the FY24 budget. The committee also approved the 2023-2024 school calendar, policy updates, and the Rockland High School student handbook.

• Approved FY24 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 School Calendar (unanimous)
• Approved Policy Updates (unanimous)
• Approved updated 2023-2024 Student Handbook Proposed Changes for Rockland High School (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000.00 donation from 3M (unanimous)
• Approved Jefferson Fundraiser (unanimous)
• Approved Summer Camp Flyer (unanimous)
• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to review connection requests and operational updates. The body is discussing a proposed moratorium amendment and reviewing the Town/Sewer website presentation from a March 21 Selectman's meeting.

• Proposed Moratorium Amendment for July 1, 2023
• New connection requests for Dyer Street, 48 Carey Street, and 333 Weymouth Street
• Generator Replacement Bid Spec
• Accounting update on available I&I funds and Capital Plan
• Review of March SSO Report and February 2023 Monthly Operating Report

Rockland Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee is holding a public outreach meeting. The meeting will take place on March 22, 2023, at 6:30 PM in the Lower Level Conference Room at Town Hall.

• Public outreach meeting

Finance Committee

The Rockland Finance Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including a presentation from the Historical Commission and department presentations. They will also vote on the budget calendar and key dates, review transfer requests, and handle any urgent items brought by the town administration.

• Historical Commission presentation
• Department presentations
• Vote on budget calendar and key dates
• Review and approve/disapprove transfer requests
• Review of minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a public hearing regarding an Emergency Condemnation Order and Order for Building to Remain Vacant for a specific property. The board will also meet in executive session to discuss contract negotiations for the Health Agent.

• Public hearing on Emergency Condemnation Order for 30-36 Belmont Street
• Contract negotiations with nonunion personnel (Health Agent)

The Board of Health held a public hearing regarding an emergency condemnation order for 30-36 Belmont Street. The Board decided not to condemn the property because it remains vacant, but affirmed an order to correct violations by April 14, 2023.

• Decided not to condemn 30-36 Belmont Street
• Affirmed March 17, 2023 Order to correct violations by April 14, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve or deny real estate tax exemptions and real estate/personal property tax abatements for FY23. The board will also review weekly invoices and receive an update from the Director of Assessing.

• FY23 Real Estate Tax Exemptions approvals/denials
• FY23 Real Estate/Personal Property Tax Abatements approvals/denials
• Weekly invoices
• Director of Assessing update to BOA

The Board of Assessors approved several real estate exemptions for veterans, seniors, and low-income residents. The Board also denied six motor vehicle excise abatement applications and approved the recommitment of four excise bills.

• Approved one Clause 22 Veteran exemption ($400.00), three Clause 22E Veteran exemptions ($3,000.00), one Clause 17D Senior exemption ($175.00), three Clause 41C Senior exemptions ($3,000.00), and one CPA Low Income exemption ($85.84) (2-0)
• Denied six Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement applications (2-0)
• Approved recommitment of four Motor Vehicle Excise bills totaling $396.21 (2-0)
• Approved two Real Estate/Personal Property Abatement Applications (2-0)
• Approved WB Mason invoice for $109.75
• Approved meeting minutes for February 21, 2023 (revised) and March 7, 2023 (2-0)

Rockland School Building Project Committee

The School Building Committee will conduct a project update and review invoices. The meeting includes discussion of next steps and potential new business.

• Invoice Review
• Project Update
• Next Steps

Select Board

The Board approved a funding request for the Sewer Department and appointed a new representative to the Rent Control Board. They also granted one-day liquor licenses for a community event and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved $1 million of ARPA Funds for the Sewer Department (Unanimous)
• Appointed Patricia Dennehy to the Rent Control Board as Landlord Representative for a 3-year term (Unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Players Sports Bar & Grille & Barrel House Z for Adult Egg Hunt event on 4/15/23 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 3/7/23 (Unanimous)
• Postponed Proposed Town Government Mission Statement until next meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct two public hearings regarding special permits for properties on Webster Street and Union Street. The board will consider requests for the continuation of nonconforming uses and the transfer of an innholder liquor license.

• Public hearing for Graphic Realty Trust regarding nonconforming uses at 443 Webster Street
• Public hearing for William T. Barry regarding a liquor license and parking at The Banner, 167 Union Street
• Request to transfer an innholder license from Reilly Enterprise Group, Inc. to William T. Barry

Board of Health

The Rockland Board of Health is meeting to hold an executive session for contract negotiations with the nonunion Health Agent. The agenda contains only this item and adjournment, with no other public business listed.

• Executive session under M.G.L. c.30A, s.21(a)(2) for contract negotiations with nonunion personnel (Health Agent)

Community Preservation Act (CPA)

The Community Preservation Act Committee is meeting to discuss approvals for specific warrant articles. The session focuses on the distribution of funds and project-specific funding.

• Warrant article approval for Carey Street
• Warrant article approval for distribution of funds
• Warrant article approval for additional funding for Spring Lake

Capital Planning Committee

The committee will meet to work on the scoring and finalization of the Capital Plan. The session includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Scoring and finalization of the Capital Plan

The Committee approved the final order of projects for the FY 2024 Capital Plan based on their rankings. This included adding HRIS software to the plan for FY 2025. The highest-ranked project is a new fire station with an estimated cost of $33.2 million.

• Approved minutes of 3/13/23 meeting (unanimous)
• Added HRIS software to Capital Plan for FY 2025 at an estimated cost of $145K
• Assigned HRIS software a ranking of 25
• Finalized the FY 2024 Capital Plan project order (unanimous)

Rockland Fire Station Building Committee

The committee will discuss plans for public outreach meetings scheduled for March 22, 2023. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Town Elections on April 8, 2023, and a presentation from the Ballot Support Group (PAC).

• Discussion of public outreach meetings on March 22, 2023
• Discussion of Town Elections on April 8, 2023
• Presentation from Ballot Support Group (PAC)

The meeting scheduled for March 15, 2023, was cancelled because a quorum of members was not present. No substantive decisions were made.

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Board of Directors will review and potentially vote on an updated Final Redevelopment Plan. The meeting also includes presentations on a proposed Master Development Plan and amended zoning and land use by-laws.

• Possible vote on Updated Final Redevelopment Plan
• Presentation on Amended and Restated Zoning and Land Use By-Laws
• Presentation on Proposed Master Development Plan

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss department presentations and vote on budget items. The body will also review and decide on town transfer requests.

• Budget vote and calendar review
• Historical Commission matters
• Review of town transfer requests

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to discuss certificates of compliance for two properties and a release update for the Air Station. The board will also discuss voting rights for alternate members of the Charter Review Committee.

• Certificate of Compliance for 333 Weymouth St
• Certificate of Compliance for 330 Beech Street
• Continuance request for 1 Pond Street to April 11, 2023
• 56 Air Station (TACC) release update
• Charter Review Committee alternate members voting rights

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Joint Board of Water Commission will meet to review financial and superintendent reports. The board may vote on a matter regarding clerk hours.

• Possible vote on clerk hours

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to review minutes and a financial report. The agenda also includes time for public and commissioner forums.

• Review of minutes
• Financial report

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss and vote on several items, including a rate study addendum and digester boiler piping. They will also discuss municipal development fees and the draft rate study. The meeting is open to the public, but no public comment is allowed except for listed parties.

• Approve minutes of previous working sessions (Jan 10, 12, 19)
• Drainlayers license
• Old permit letters
• Approve rate study addendum - VOTE
• Digester boiler piping - VOTE

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee will meet to review the FY24 budget and the proposed 2023-2024 school calendar. The body will also consider approvals for School Choice and graduation procedures for the Class of 2023.

• FY24 Budget
• 2023-2024 School Calendar first reading
• Proposed 2023-2024 school year start and end times
• School Choice approval
• Graduation Procedure & Parent Packet Class of 2023

The School Committee approved the School Choice Program for the 2023-2024 school year and the Class of 2023 graduation procedures. The committee held first readings for policy updates and the 2023-2024 school calendar. A presentation was given regarding the FY24 budget projections.

• Approved February 27, 2023 minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved February reports for administrators, guidance, nurse, and pupil personnel services (unanimous)
• Approved two RHS SGC fundraisers (unanimous)
• Approved High School Graduation Procedure & Parent Packet Class of 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved School Choice Program for 2023-2024 school year (unanimous)

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee is meeting to work on the scoring and finalization of the town's Capital Plan. The committee will also review previous meeting minutes.

• Scoring and finalization of the Capital Plan

The Committee decided to rank only new items for the FY 2024-FY 2028 Capital Plan rather than re-ranking all items. Members assigned scores to various department requests, including fire, sewer, and highway projects. Three items remained unrated pending further information from the Town Administrator.

• Approved minutes from 2/16/23 meeting
• Approved minutes from 3/6/23 meeting
• Decided to rank only new items to the capital plan
• Ranked New Fire Station with a score of 43 (Estimated cost: $33,200,000)
• Ranked Sewer Construction of building for tertiary phosphorus system with a score of 40.5 (Estimated cost: $12,000,000)
• Ranked Sewer Annual control plan for I&I with a score of 40.5 (Estimated cost: $625,000)
• Deferred rating of HRIS software and two sewer items pending more information

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will hear a presentation by Weston-Sampson regarding a draft user rate study. The study provides recommendations to maintain service and cover wastewater treatment facility repairs and upgrades over the next 15 years.

• Draft user rate study presentation by Weston-Sampson
• Public question and answer period regarding the rate study

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Authority is meeting to approve financial statements, MOD reports, and quarterly reports for December 2022, as well as minutes from January 2023. The agenda also includes a director's report and board concerns.

• Approval of financial statements for December 2022
• Approval of MOD reports for December 2022
• Approval of quarterly reports for December 2022
• Approval of minutes from January 31, 2023

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the initial town budget and the budget calendar. The committee also plans to follow up with the Town Accountant regarding financial trends.

• Review of initial town budget
• Review of budget calendar and key dates
• Review and potential approval of town transfer requests
• Discussion of matters presented by the Historical Commission

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to vote on the 2023 holiday closure schedule. The board will also review the FY24 budget and the Collection Development Policy. Discussions include building updates regarding the children's room and bathroom drainage.

• Vote on 2023 holiday closures
• FY24 Budget Update
• Review of Collection Development Policy
• Building updates for bathrooms and drainage
• Building updates for Children's Room

The Board approved specific closure dates for December 2023. Trustees reviewed financial reports and received updates on building waterproofing and the FY24 budget process.

• Approved February 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous, 2 abstentions)
• Approved library closures on 12/24 and 12/26 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding an application by Patrick Gannon, Trustee of Webster Common Condominiums. The request involves a dimensional variance and special permit to transfer approximately 479 square feet of land from 15 Webster Street to 19 Webster Street for off-street parking.

• Public hearing for dimensional variance and special permit at 15 Webster Street
• Proposed land transfer of +/- 479 square feet between 15 Webster Street and 19 Webster Street

Board of Health

The Board of Selectmen will review an entertainment license request and a joint appointment for a School Committee vacancy. The meeting also includes an update from the South Shore Regional Vocational Technical School superintendent.

• Entertainment License Request for Top-Shelf Bistro, 120 Bill Delahunt Parkway
• School Committee Vacancy joint appointment involving Dr. Julie Minahan and Mrs. Belinda Ranstrom
• South Shore Regional Vocational Technical School update from Superintendent Tom Hickey
• Announcement of Successor Collective Bargaining Agreement for Police Superiors Union, Local 175

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve or deny real estate tax exemptions and real estate/personal property tax abatements for FY23. The board will also review weekly invoices and end-of-month reports.

• FY23 Real Estate Tax Exemptions approvals/denials
• FY23 Real Estate/Personal Property Tax Abatements approvals/denials
• Weekly Invoices
• End of Month Reports

The Board approved three real estate exemptions for veterans and a blind resident. Members also signed off on monthly abatement reports for motor vehicles, real estate, and personal property.

• Approved two Clause 22 Veteran exemptions totaling $800.00 (2-0)
• Approved one Clause 37 Blind exemption totaling $437.50 (2-0)
• Signed Plymouth County Registry of Deeds invoice for $19.00
• Signed February 2023 MV Excise Abatements report totaling $4,524.54
• Signed January 2023 RE/PP Abatements report totaling $65,321.85
• Signed February 2023 RE/PP Abatements report totaling $7,064.96
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will review an entertainment license request and a joint appointment for a School Committee vacancy. The meeting also includes an update from the South Shore Regional Vocational Technical School superintendent.

• Entertainment License Request for Top-Shelf Bistro at 120 Bill Delahunt Parkway
• School Committee Vacancy appointment involving Dr. Julie Minahan and Mrs. Belinda Ranstrom
• Update from South Shore Regional Vocational Technical School Superintendent Tom Hickey
• Announcement of Successor Collective Bargaining Agreement for Police Superiors Union (Local 175)

The Board appointed Belinda Ranstrom to fill a one-year vacancy on the School Committee. The Board also approved an indoor entertainment license for Top Shelf Bistro.

• Approved Minutes of 2/21/23 (Unanimous)
• Approved Top Shelf Bistro Entertainment License (Unanimous)
• Appointed Belinda Ranstrom to School Committee vacancy (Roll Call Vote)

Rockland School Committee

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss a joint appointment for a School Committee vacancy and a license request for Top-Shelf Bistro. The meeting includes an update from the South Shore Regional Vocational Technical School and an announcement regarding a police union collective bargaining agreement.

• Entertainment License Request for Top-Shelf Bistro, 120 Bill Delahunt Parkway
• School Committee Vacancy appointment involving Dr. Julie Minahan and Mrs. Belinda Ranstrom
• South Shore Regional Vocational Technical School update from Superintendent Tom Hickey
• Announcement of Successor Collective Bargaining Agreement for Police Superiors Union, Local 175

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to enter executive session under state law to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health of an individual, or to discuss discipline or complaints against a public officer or employee. The meeting will not reconvene into open session after the executive session. The agenda contains only procedural items and no substantive public business.

• Executive session per M.G.L. c.30A, §21 (a)(1) to discuss an individual's reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health, or discipline or complaints against a public officer or employee

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will meet to review capital requests from the Highway Department and the School Department. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes.

• Review of Highway Department capital requests with Dave Taylor
• Review of School Department capital requests with Alan Cron and Jane Hackett

The Committee unanimously approved several additions and changes to the capital plan for the Highway Department and school district. These updates include new vehicle acquisitions, road repairs, and school security and facility upgrades. The Committee is working to complete project rankings by the end of March.

• Approved Highway Department additions including a $225K front end loader, $65K F350 pickup, and $129K F650 dump truck (unanimous)
• Approved $120K for Plain St. and Goddard Ave curb and sidewalk in 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $80K for VFW Drive/Weymouth Street upgrades in FY 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $130K for a storage structure in FY 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $200K for Genitech security upgrades and $140K for Esten School phone/PA systems in FY 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $200K for Esten School playground and $469K for HVAC/ventilation upgrades in FY 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $500K for double entry upgrades at Esten, High, and Middle Schools in FY 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved removal of elementary school building project from capital plan as it is now debt service (unanimous)

Open Space

The Rockland Open Space Committee will meet to discuss its role and relationship with town government regarding the new Master Development Plan for open space on the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station. The agenda also includes updates on the Whitman Girl Scout camp land, the Rail Trail and town clean-up, Conservation Commission rules, and a June walking tour/concert.

• Discussion with Town Administrator and Select Board representative on Open Space Committee's role in South Weymouth NAS Master Development Plan
• Update on Whitman Former Girl Scout camp land in Rockland
• Rail Trail and Town Clean Up scheduled for April 15, 2023
• Update on Conservation Commission Rules and Regulations for conservation-owned open space
• Massachusetts Walking Tour/Concert in Rockland planned for June 2023

The committee approved the minutes from the January 30, 2023 meeting. Members discussed development plans for the former SWNAS base and the need for regulations for conservation lands. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved minutes of the 1/30/2023 meeting

Southfield Redevelopment Authority

The Southfield Redevelopment Authority will discuss and potentially vote on several agreements regarding the Economic Development Conveyance Purchase between the U.S. Navy and the SRA. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss real property values.

• Economic Development Conveyance Purchase Agreement between U.S. Navy and SRA
• Development Management Agreement between SRA and BPD Union Point, LLC
• Amended and Restated Escrow Agreement between Navy, SRA and Citibank
• Public hearing continuation for CP Endeavor Holdings 18 LLC's proposed 99-room hotel
• Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the initial town budget and the budget calendar. The body will also discuss financial trends with the Town Accountant and review any pending transfer requests.

• Review of initial town budget
• Review of budget calendar and key dates
• Discussion of financial trends with Town Accountant
• Review and potential approval of town transfer requests

The Finance Committee reviewed and voted on requested FY 2024 budgets for various town departments. Most budgets were approved unanimously as presented, including significant allocations for group insurance and debt. The Town Administrator also reviewed financial health indicators and budget recommendations for the Board of Selectmen.

• Approved Finance Committee budget of $202,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Accounting budget of $233,855.81 (Unanimous)
• Approved Legal Services budget of $210,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Town Clerk budget of $201,318.48 (Unanimous)
• Approved Dispatching budget of $391,013 (Approved, with one 'No' vote from Mr. MacDonald)
• Approved Group Insurance budget of $8,392,252.34 (Unanimous)
• Approved Retirement Contributions budget of $5,050,834.77 (Unanimous)
• Approved State & County Assessments budget of $3,730,270.75 (Unanimous)

South Shore Recycling Cooperative

The SSRC MSW Manager/Board will discuss the HHW Depot report and preparations for their 25th Anniversary celebration. The agenda includes updates on upcoming composting workshops, mattress collections, and tire collection schedules.

• Speaker presentation by Tania Keeble of Recolor Paints
• Approval of January minutes
• HHW Depot report and discussion
• Grant preparation regarding outreach and websites
• Review of upcoming composting workshop on 3/15 and mattress collection on 3/29

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a working session to discuss administrative updates, old business, and a vote on vendor selection for the first year of inflow and infiltration (I&I) monitoring. Time permitting, they will also discuss I&I and development fees. No public comment is scheduled.

• Vote on vendor selection for Year One I&I monitoring between DPC Engineering, LLC and Weston & Sampson (both bids submitted Feb 16, 2023)
• Discussion of I&I and development fees (time permitting)
• Administrative update from Robyn Day
• Continuation of old business including junior administrative assistant and website design

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review bill vouchers and decide on trash abatements for January and February 2023. The board will also receive an update regarding 379 Union Street.

• Trash Abatement approvals or denials for Jan 2023 & Feb 2023
• Update on 379 Union Street
• Approval of December 13, 2022 minutes
• BOH Bill Vouchers

The Board approved the minutes from the January 20, 2023 meeting. The Board granted a deadline extension to March 28, 2023, for Bill Barry regarding the condemnation of 379 Union St., noting a potential fine of up to $150 for failure to appear.

• Approved January 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Extended appearance deadline for 379 Union St. condemnation to March 28, 2023

Park Department

The Park Department will review the January 17, 2023, meeting minutes and receive updates on several park projects. The agenda includes discussions regarding Hartsuf Park, Carey Street land, and the Reed Street track and building.

• Approval of January 17th, 2023, meeting minutes
• Hartsuf Park study and trailer issue updates
• Carey St Land update
• Reed St track and building updates
• Spring 2023 season permit requests

The board discussed the construction of a new recreation building at Hartsuff Park but tabled a vote on the matter until after elections. The department also announced a request for CPA funds to study the Reed St track.

• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Tabled vote on Hartsuff Park recreation building

Charter Review

The Charter Review Committee is meeting to discuss potential amendments for the May 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The body will also consider other potential charter changes for future meetings.

• Proposal to add alternate members to the Planning Board
• Proposal to adopt gender-neutral language, such as changing Board of Selectmen to Select Board

Planning Board

The Rockland Planning Board will review two site and design proposals: a ground-mounted solar photovoltaic system at 276 Plain Street and a building addition at 333-343 Weymouth Street. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and pay invoices for engineering and office expenses.

• Site & design review for ground-mounted solar system at 276 Plain Street (SolBid/Sterling Golf Management)
• Site & design review for addition at 333-343 Weymouth Street (DTC, LLC)
• Pay invoice $234.00 to Amory for 0 Dyer Street construction review
• Pay invoice $742.37 to PGB Engineering for 0 Dyer Street construction review
• Pay invoice $351.00 to PGB Engineering for 333-343 Weymouth Street plan review

The Board approved a site plan for a warehouse addition at 333-343 Weymouth Street subject to several conditions. A review of a photovoltaic system at 276 Plain Street was continued to a later date. The Board also approved several administrative payments and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved site plan for addition at 333-343 Weymouth Street with conditions to satisfy water/sewer, receive Conservation Order of Conditions, and agree with Highway on curbing (4-0)
• Continued review of photovoltaic system at 276 Plain Street to March 28, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $234.00 payment to Amory for 0 Dyer Street Construction Review (4-0)
• Approved $742.37 payment to PGB Engineering for 0 Dyer Street Construction Review (4-0)
• Approved $351.00 payment to PGB Engineering for 333-343 Weymouth Street Plan (4-0)
• Approved $122.89 payment to WB Mason for office supplies (4-0)
• Approved $225.00 payment to Secretary for February 28, 2023 meeting (4-0)

Rockland School Committee

The Rockland School Committee will meet to accept minutes, hear public comment, and receive reports including December financials and student activities. Old business includes an update on Phelps Elementary School and completed fundraisers, as well as the FY24 operating and capital budget process. New business covers requests for fundraisers and homeschooling.

• Financial Reports for December
• Phelps Elementary School Update
• FY24 Operating and Capital Budget Process
• Requests for Fundraisers
• Request for Homeschooling

The School Committee approved financial reports for the School Department, Cafe, and student activities at Rockland High and Rogers Middle schools. The committee also approved fundraisers for the Esten School, Rogers Middle School, and Rockland High School.

• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December financial reports for School Department, Rockland High School Student Activities, Rogers Middle School Student Activities, and Cafe (unanimous)
• Approved Esten School Fundraiser (unanimous)
• Approved Rogers Middle School Fundraiser (unanimous)
• Approved Rockland High School Fundraiser (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet on February 23, 2023, to consider new sewer connection requests, including properties on John Burke Drive and Pleasant Street. They will also discuss facility upgrades, the sewer ordinance, articles for Town Meeting, and an accounting update on available I&I funds and the capital plan. Other items include a superintendent search update, an EPA update, and a report on a December sanitary system overflow.

• New connection requests: Jim Tusino at 17 John Burke Drive and a Pleasant Street property
• Facility upgrade information and Selectman's Meeting of March 7, 2023
• Sewer ordinance discussion
• Articles for Town Meeting presented by Sherri Vallie
• December Sanitary System Overflow (SSO) update from Veolia

The Commission reviewed a $279,618 asset management grant for GIS updating and discussed a $2.5 million plant upgrade involving a $1.5 million bond and $1 million in ARPA funds. Members also reviewed the draft capital plan and upcoming rate study presentation. No formal votes were recorded on these items during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 2:20 PM (3-0)

Community Preservation Act (CPA)

The Community Preservation Act Committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding Carey Street, including an alternative proposal review and appraisal costs. The committee will also address funding requests for the Spring Lake appraisal and a review of the Administrative Assistant job description.

• Carey Street: Review of $3,000 spent from original $5,000 approval
• Carey Street: Request for additional appraisal funds not to exceed $3,000
• Spring Lake: Request for $2,000 from Administration funds to pay invoice
• Review of Administrative Assistant job description
• Warrant Article review and account appropriations

Historical Commission

The Rockland Historical Commission is meeting to review account activity and balances in the Treasurer's Report, discuss follow-up on GAR activity and projects including a Civil War sketch book and building renovations, consider a budget request for the Finance Committee, and address next steps for the Tramp House Phase 3 CPC request.

• Treasurer's Report: review of account activity and balances
• GAR Civil War sketch book and building renovations follow-up
• RHC budget request for Finance Committee
• Tramp House Phase 3: next steps for CPC request

The Commission approved its FY24 budget request for supplies and website maintenance. It also voted to delay a funding application for the GAR/Civil War Sketchbook until the next annual round. The group discussed the temporary management of Mt Pleasant Cemetery by the town of Hanover.

• Approved Treasurer's report (5-0)
• Voted to delay GAR/Civil War Sketchbook application until FY24 round (5-0)
• Approved $1,525 FY24 budget request for submission to Finance (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes, review weekly invoices, and decide on FY23 real estate tax exemptions and abatements. The Director of Assessing will also provide an update to the board.

• FY23 Real Estate Tax Exemptions Approvals/Denials
• FY23 Real Estate/Personal Property Tax Abatements Approvals/Denials
• Director of Assessing Update to BOA

The Board of Assessors approved one real estate/personal property tax abatement and one senior exemption. Two motor vehicle excise abatement applications were denied. The Board also signed off on uncollectible excise bills and several vendor invoices.

• Approved one Real Estate/Personal Property Abatement (2-0)
• Denied two Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement applications (2-0)
• Signed three Uncollectible Motor Vehicle Excise bills totaling $308.47
• Approved one Clause 41C Senior exemption totaling $1,000.00 (2-0)
• Approved invoices for Paul S. Kapinos & Associates ($41,110.00), USPS ($1,141.85), and WB Mason ($7.35)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a presentation on a new fire station building project and vote on whether to place it on the ballot and Town Meeting Warrant. The board will also discuss the FY24 budget and the May 1, 2023 Town Meeting Warrant.

• Vote to place new fire station building project on ballot and Town Meeting Warrant
• Proposed 5K Road Race Fundraiser for Rockland Veterans at Article Fifteen Brewing Co., 406 VFW Drive
• Successor Collective Bargaining Agreement for Police Patrol Union (Local 65)
• Billboard Host Community Agreement Extension for W.N. Realty LLC
• FY24 Budget discussion

The Select Board unanimously approved placing a proposal for a new fire station at 99 Church Street on the ballot and Town Meeting Warrant. The board also approved a veterans fundraiser road race and a billboard agreement extension. Other items included the approval of the February 7 meeting minutes and Town Cleanup Day.

• Approved placing new Fire Station Building Project on Ballot & Warrant (Unanimous)
• Approved 5K Road Race Fundraiser for Rockland Veterans on April 15, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved extension to Billboard Host Community Agreement for W.N. Realty LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved Town Cleanup Day for April 15, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Minutes of 2/7/23 (Unanimous)

Rockland School Committee

The School Building Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss updates on the Elementary Building Project. The agenda includes reviews of invoices, technology, signage, and project punch lists.

• Invoice Review
• FF & E Technology update
• Punch List review
• Signage discussion
• Change Orders/Operating Budget review

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting virtually to review applications from three applicants. The board will discuss projects located on Pond Street, Wilson Street, and Hingham Street.

• Shinglemill, LLC application regarding 40B at 0 Pond Street/152 Wilson Street
• Group 1 Automotive application for Land Rover Dealership at 1022 Hingham Street
• Group 1 Automotive application for Volvo Dealership at 1030 Hingham Street

Sewer Commission

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss ongoing projects and administrative updates. The meeting includes discussions on asset management, equipment updates, and potential votes on ordinances or rules.

• Asset Management Grant discussion
• Digester Boiler / Piping update
• Ordinance / Rules & Regulations vote
• Discussion of Installation and Development Fees

The Commission reviewed a $279,618 Asset Management grant for GIS updating and planned a March 7 presentation for a $2.5M facility upgrade. The board also discussed revisions to the capital plan and a forthcoming public meeting on the draft rate study.

• Adjourned meeting at 2:20 PM (3-0)

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will meet to review capital requests from the Board of Health, Library, and Sewer Department. The agenda also includes approving previous meeting minutes and discussing new business.

• Meet with Delshaune Flipp to review capital requests for the Board of Health
• Meet with Elizabeth MacNeil to review capital requests for the Library
• Meet with Sherri Valli to review capital requests for the Sewer Department

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will meet to review capital requests from the Board of Health, Library, and Sewer Department. The agenda also includes approving previous meeting minutes and discussing new business.

• Meet with Delshaune Flipp to review capital requests for the Board of Health
• Meet with Elizabeth MacNeil to review capital requests for the Library
• Meet with Sherri Vallie to review capital requests for the Sewer Department

Rockland Fire Station Building Committee

The Fire Station Building Committee will meet to discuss a cost estimate received for the project and options for moving forward. They will also consider what to present to the Selectmen at their February 21, 2023 meeting.

• Discuss cost estimate received for the fire station project
• Discuss options for moving forward with the project
• Determine what to present to the Selectmen on 2/21/2023

The meeting scheduled for February 15, 2023, was cancelled by the Chairman prior to the date. No actions were taken and no business was conducted.

Board of Water Commissioners

The Abington & Rockland Joint Water Works board is meeting to review minutes, financial and superintendent reports, and conduct public and commissioner forums. The main item is interviewing candidates for chief operator, followed by an executive session on arbitration.

• Review of meeting minutes
• Financial report discussion
• Superintendent report
• Chief operator interviews
• Executive session on arbitration

The Board of Water Commissioners appointed Amanda Gregory to the position of Chief Operator after interviewing three candidates. The board also approved the January 2023 financial report and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved January 17, 2023, minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted January 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Accepted Superintendents Report (unanimous)
• Appointed Amanda Gregory to Chief Operator (unanimous)
• Voted to enter executive session for arbitration (5-0)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to review minutes and a financial report. The meeting includes a public forum and a commissioners forum. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Review of meeting minutes
• Financial report review
• Public forum for resident input
• Commissioners forum discussion

Sewer Commission

The Rockland Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a working session to discuss administrative updates and project progress. The board may vote on ordinances, rules, and regulations.

• Vote on Ordinance / Rules & Regulations
• Digester Piping Update
• Articles for Town Meeting
• Discussion on Superintendent position
• Discussion on Land Development Fees

The Commission approved four capital requests for the town warrant, including a treatment plant upgrade. They also voted to include a stabilization fund for future expenses in the town meeting articles.

• Approved $75-$80 million treatment plant upgrade for capital planning (3-0)
• Approved $150,000 for digester boiler piping to commingle with ARPA funds (3-0)
• Approved $25,000 for injector pump repairs (3-0)
• Approved $100,000 for Spruce St station repair (3-0)
• Approved adoption of a stabilization fund for town meeting article (3-0)
• Accepted February 10 plant upgrade team meeting minutes (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold hearings for two property projects and discuss the release of 56 Air Station (TACC). The board will also discuss regulations for the use of conservation lands.

• Notice of Intent (NOI) for 327 & 333 Weymouth St
• Certificate of Compliance (COC) for 16 Howland Way
• Update on 56 Air Station (TACC) release
• Regulations For Use Of Conservation Lands

Rockland School Committee

The School Committee will elect its chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary and appoint members to various sub-committees. The body will also discuss the FY 24 budget process and the District Wellness Policy. Other items include updates on Phelps Elementary School and the Rockland Daycare program.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• First reading of the District Wellness Policy
• Discussion of the FY 24 Budget Process
• Second reading of the Rockland Daycare Before & After School Program Parent Handbook
• Review of the RHS Program of Studies

The committee elected its leadership and appointed members to various sub-committees and liaison roles. The board approved the RHS Program of Studies, the District Wellness Policy, and the Daycare Before and After School Program Parent Handbook.

• Elected Mrs. Maroney as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mrs. Hennessy as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mrs. Davidson as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved Rockland Daycare Before and After School Program Parent Handbook (unanimous)
• Approved RHS Program of Studies (unanimous)
• Approved District Wellness Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Rogers Middle School and six RHS fundraisers (unanimous)
• Approved January Monthly Reports for Administration, Guidance, Nurse, and Pupil Personnel Services (unanimous)

Rockland Housing Authority

The Rockland Housing Foundation is meeting to approve minutes from December 7, 2022, a second amendment to an asset management agreement, and a transfer of funds to a local account for payroll. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of Second Amendment for Asset Management Agreement
• Approval of Rockland Housing Foundation funds transfer to Foundation Local Account for payroll

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will meet to review capital requests from the Administration and Town Hall departments with Doug Lapp, and from the Police Department with Chief Zeoli and Deputy Chief Eramo. The meeting also includes approving previous minutes and discussing new business.

• Review capital requests for Administration and Town Hall departments
• Review capital requests for Police Department with Chief Zeoli and Deputy Chief Eramo
• Approve previous meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved adding several Police Department and Town Hall equipment and infrastructure requests to the capital plan. These include new cruisers, facility repairs, and a Town Hall generator.

• Approved adding two cruisers for FY 2028 totaling $110K
• Approved separating Police Station rubber roof ($97,725) and AC unit ($119,100) as individual items for FY 2024
• Approved moving Police parking lot project ($250K) to FY 2024
• Approved $140K for new tasers for 34 officers in FY 2025
• Approved adding $75K for town capital projects for FY 2028
• Approved $300K for new Town Hall generator and electrical panel upgrades for FY 2024
• Approved $70K for two electric vehicles for Town inspectors for FY 2024
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes