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 "city": "Chelsea",
 "state": "MA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/rz-chelseama.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-05",
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "Charter Review Committee",
   "headline": "Charter Review Committee to organize meeting schedules and leadership",
   "summary": "The Charter Review Committee is meeting to establish its operational structure. The body will discuss the schedule for future meetings and the process for public submissions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/8.3.26%20ADA%20Charter%20Review%20Committee%20Notice.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Sub-committee to discuss open meeting complaint in executive session",
   "summary": "The Sub-Committee on Conference will convene in open session, then immediately enter executive session to discuss an open meeting complaint under state law. The committee will not reconvene in open session and will adjourn. No other business is scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Agendas/6.22.26%20ADA%20Special%20Meeting%20-%20Fire%20Swear%20In.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Chelsea City Council to vote on zoning changes and union contract",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed zoning amendments for the Fitzpatrick-Prattville Smart Growth Overlay District and Inclusionary Housing. They will also vote on a union contract with United Steelworkers, Local 9427 and discuss a home-rule petition for property tax exemptions for low-income seniors.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Agendas/6.22.26%20ADA%20mtg%20agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Ways and Means",
   "headline": "Ways & Means to discuss budget transfers, revolving funds, and PEG Access budget",
   "summary": "The sub-committee will discuss several financial orders, including transfers from Salary Reserve and Free Cash to cover deficits, amendments to a revolving fund, and authorization of multiple new revolving funds. They will also consider the FY26 PEG Access Budget and the FY2027 Community Preservation budget.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/6.16.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Ways.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Subcommittee on Ways and Means REVISED",
   "headline": "Council to discuss budget transfers, revolving funds, and FY27 Community Preservation spending",
   "summary": "The Subcommittee on Ways and Means will discuss seven orders introduced by Councilor DeJesus, including transfers from salary reserves and enterprise earnings to cover deficits, amendments to a revolving fund, approval of six new revolving funds, a school tuition revolving account, the FY26 PEG Access Budget, and the FY2027 Community Preservation budget. All items are under discussion; no final decisions have been made.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Agendas/6.16.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Com%20on%20Ways%20and%20Means%20REVISED.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes/Minutes%20-%2006.16.2026%20(Ways%20and%20Means).pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Aging and Independence, Veterans Affairs and Community Advanc",
   "headline": "Subcommittee to discuss property tax exemption for senior homeowners",
   "summary": "The Sub-Committee on Aging and Independence, Veterans Affairs and Community Advancement will discuss a proposed Home Rule Petition that would exempt income-eligible senior owner-occupied homes from property taxes. The meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2026, at 4:30 PM in City Hall. Officials invited include the Chief Assessor, all City Council members, and the public.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/6.16.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Aging.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes/Minutes%20-%2006.16.2026%20(Aging,%20Veterans%20and%20Community%20Development).pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on eminent domain, zoning, and FY2026 budget",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed eminent domain taking at 305 Commandants Way, a zoning amendment creating the West Chelsea Mixed-Use Overlay District, and the FY2026 operating budget. The council will also consider multiple financial orders, including year-end transfers, revolving funds, and donations from Eastern Minerals and MGB. Several communications from the City Manager and committee reports are on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/6.8.26%20ADA%20mtg%20agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/6.8.26%20ADA%20minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-28",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Arts, Culture and Recreational Affairs",
   "headline": "Subcommittee to discuss future vision for Recreation and Cultural Affairs",
   "summary": "The Sub-Committee on Arts, Culture and Recreational Affairs will meet to discuss a vision and plan for the future of the Department of Recreation and Cultural Affairs. The meeting will include the City Manager, the Director of Athletic Infrastructure and Sports Tourism, the Director of Recreation and Cultural Affairs, and all City Council members. The public is invited to attend.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Agendas/5.28.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20Arts,%20Culture.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Conference",
   "headline": "City Council subcommittee to discuss FY2027 budget",
   "summary": "The Sub-Committee on Conference will meet to discuss the Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. City Manager Fidel Maltez and other finance officials have been invited to attend.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/5.20.26%20STAMPED%20SUb%20Comm%20on%20Conf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes%20-%2005.20.2026%20(Conference).pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Conference",
   "headline": "Sub-committee to discuss proposed FY 2027 budget on May 19",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council’s Sub-Committee on Conference will meet to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget. City officials including the City Manager, Finance Director, and department heads have been invited to attend.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2022/5.19.26%20ADA%20Sob%20Comm%20on%20Conf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes/Minutes%20-%2005.19.2026%20(Conference).pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Conference",
   "headline": "City Council subcommittee to discuss proposed FY2027 budget",
   "summary": "The Sub-Committee on Conference will meet to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. City officials including the City Manager, finance staff, department heads, and all City Council members are invited. The meeting is open to the public.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/5.18.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Conf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes/Minutes%20-%2005.18.2026%20(Conference).pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Subcommittee on Ways and Means",
   "headline": "Council subcommittee to vote on awarding FY2026 Community Preservation Act grants",
   "summary": "The Ways and Means Subcommittee will discuss and act on a City Council order to approve grant funding for FY2026 Community Preservation Act projects. The order is based on a recommendation from the Community Preservation Committee. City officials and the public are invited to attend.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/5.18.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Ways%20and%20Means.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes/Minutes%20-%2005.18.2026%20(Ways%20and%20Means).pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Conference",
   "headline": "Sub-Committee on Conference to discuss FY2027 School Department Budget",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council's Sub-Committee on Conference will meet to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 School Department Budget. City Manager Fidel Maltez, Superintendent Almudena Abeyta, and other finance officials have been invited to attend.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/5.4.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Conf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to review $15.4M sewer loan, FY2027 budget, and eminent domain for flood barrier",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider a $15,385,068 loan order for sewer and utility improvements on Park Street and Pearl Street, review the proposed FY2027 budget (including General Fund, Sewer Enterprise, and Water Enterprise appropriations), and discuss an eminent domain taking of properties at 305 Commandants Way for the Island End River Flood Barrier. The Council will also receive a response from the City Manager regarding enforcement of the 7 AM private trash pickup ordinance, consider appointments to the Disability Commission, and review Community Preservation Committee grant recommendations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/5.4.26%20ADA%20mtg%20agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes/5.04.26%20ADA%20minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on zoning changes for R1 district and Smart Growth Overlay District",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council will hold public hearings on two proposed zoning amendments: one affecting dimensional and use regulations in the R1 District, and another amending the Fitzpatrick-Prattville Smart Growth Overlay District. The Council will also consider a communication from the City Manager requesting approval of eminent domain takings for the Island End River Flood Barrier, including a public hearing scheduled for June 8, 2026, regarding 305 Commandants Way. Additionally, the Council will discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget submission and year-end financial requests, including appropriations from Free Cash to address deficits.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/4.27.26%20ADA%20mtg%20agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Ways and Means",
   "headline": "Ways and Means subcommittee to consider $53,000 travel grant, $150,000 in prior-year bills, and a capital fund transfer",
   "summary": "The subcommittee will discuss four orders: a $53,000 appropriation from free cash for All American City Award conference travel; a $150,000 transfer of unspent capital funds ($60,000 to Island End River MVP Match, $90,000 to FY26 Roadway Safety Improvement); and two orders totaling $60,249.38 to pay prior-year vendor balances from current FY26 budgets.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/4.21.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Ways.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Conference",
   "headline": "Sub-committee to discuss proposed changes to inclusionary housing ordinance",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council Sub-Committee on Conference will discuss proposed amendments to Section 34-156 of the Code of Ordinances, which governs inclusionary housing. City officials and council members have been invited to attend. The meeting is open to the public.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/4.14.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Conf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Public Safety",
   "headline": "Council subcommittee to discuss new fire station and quality-of-life enforcement",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council Sub-Committee on Public Safety will discuss a report on a proposed new fire station and consider an order to meet with the City Manager and Police Chief about littering, loitering, excessive noise, and other quality-of-life issues.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/4.13.26%20STAMPED%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Public%20Safety.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes/Minutes%20-%2004.13.2026%20(Public%20Safety).pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to hold public hearing on Accessory Dwelling Unit zoning amendment",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment to add a new section for Accessory Dwelling Units. The Council will also consider several communications from the City Manager, including updates on the Forbes and Veterans' Home projects, an updated Inclusionary Housing Zoning amendment, and a Vision Zero Policy executive order. Additionally, the Council will vote on funding requests, budget transfers, and proposed zoning changes for the Fitzpatrick-Prattville Smart Growth Overlay District and dimensional regulations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/4.6.26%20ADA%20mtg%20agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Conference",
   "headline": "Sub-committee to discuss proposed changes to Chelsea’s inclusionary housing rules",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council’s Sub-Committee on Conference will meet to review proposed amendments to Section 34-156 of the city’s Inclusionary Housing ordinance. City staff including the City Manager and Housing Director are invited to attend. The meeting is open to the public.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/4.6.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Conf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes/Minutes%20-%2004.06.2026%20(Conference).pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Chelsea's FY2026 CDBG application",
   "summary": "The City of Chelsea's Department of Housing and Community Development will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed FY2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application, including renovations to Voke Park Ball Field, a Housing Rehabilitation Program, a Small Business Grant Program, and Public Social Services. The hearing will also review the FY25 grant and FY24/FY22-23 awards. Public comments are invited in person or in writing by April 13, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Housing%20&%20Community%20Development/2026/4.6.26%20ADA%20Public%20Hearing.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "REVISED Sub - Committee on Conference",
   "headline": "Sub-committee to discuss proposed changes to inclusionary housing ordinance",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council Sub-Committee on Conference will discuss proposed amendments to Section 34-156 of the Code of Ordinances, which governs inclusionary housing. City officials and the public are invited to attend.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/3.30.26%20ADA%20REVISED%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Conf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/Minutes/Minutes%20-%2003.30.2026%20(Conference).pdf",
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Conference",
   "headline": "Sub-committee to discuss city finances and Chelsea Public Schools budget",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council Sub-Committee on Conference will meet to discuss the city's finances and their relation to the Chelsea Public Schools budget. The City Manager and the Superintendent of Chelsea Public Schools have been invited to attend. The meeting is open to all members of the City Council and the public.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/3.23.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Conf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Chelsea City Council to vote on $2.8M in school and public building projects",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several key items, including the Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Improvement Plan, school building renovations, and public safety initiatives. The meeting will also feature communications from the City Manager on topics such as the Inclusionary Housing Zoning amendment and the purchase of a property for the Island End River Flood Barrier.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/3.23.26%20ADA%20mtg%20agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-17",
   "body": "Sub - Committee on Conference",
   "headline": "Chelsea subcommittee to review proposed council rules changes",
   "summary": "The Chelsea City Council’s Sub-Committee on Conference will meet to review and discuss proposed changes to the City Council’s Rules and Regulations as recommended by the Sub-Committee on Rules and Administration. The meeting is open to all council members and the public.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.chelseama.gov/Document_Center/Agendas%20&%20Minutes/Boards%20&%20Commission/City%20Council/2026/3.17.26%20ADA%20Sub%20Comm%20on%20Conf.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.chelseama.gov/government/agendas___minutes.php"
  }
 ]
}