Salem public meetings in 2024

School Committee

The Salem School Committee's Policy Subcommittee will meet on December 20, 2024, to discuss and potentially recommend changes on several policy items. These include a review of the Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Memorandum of Agreement, student competency requirements for graduation, and by-law additions for the Salem High School Hall of Fame Committee. The subcommittee will also discuss a Parent Teacher Organization policy and approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Review of Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (MCJROTC) Memorandum of Agreement
• Discussion of Student Competency Determination for Graduation
• Salem High School Hall of Fame Committee By-Laws additions to Equity Statement and Membership Level
• Parent Teacher Organization Policy Discussion
• Approval of minutes from the December 2, 2024 Policy Subcommittee meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a mixed-use project at 32 and 34 Federal Street and a boatyard shed at 23 Glendale Street. The board will also discuss and vote on a Tri-Party Agreement for the Strongwater Crossing project.

• Public hearing for 32 and 34 Federal Street: rehabilitation of County Commissioner's and Superior Court buildings into affordable housing and event space
• Public hearing for 23 Glendale Street: C-ROD Site Plan Review for a new boatyard shed
• Vote on Tri-Party Agreement for 67 Marlborough Road, Phases 6-10 (Strongwater Crossing)

Salem High School Building Committee

The Salem High School Building Committee will vote on establishing working groups and review milestone schedules. Updates on the educational program, results from department surveys, and recaps of visioning and community meetings will be presented. Discussions will also cover existing conditions, site plans, and site planning opportunities at 77 Wilson Street.

• Vote on recommendation for working groups
• Milestone schedule review
• Update on educational program by Dr. Zrike and Lisa Golden
• Visioning workshop and community meeting recaps by Perkins&Will
• Existing condition updates and site planning opportunities

School Committee

The Salem School Committee's Personnel Subcommittee will meet on December 19, 2024, solely to enter an executive session for collective bargaining with the Salem Administrators Association (SAA). The subcommittee will not reconvene in open session. This is a procedural meeting with no public votes or decisions scheduled.

• Executive session for collective bargaining with the Salem Administrators Association (SAA)
• Meeting held in person at 29 Highland Ave., Room 227
• Subcommittee will not return to open session after executive session

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several variance and special permit requests for residential and commercial properties. The board will also vote on a vice chair.

• 45 Jefferson Avenue: Variance request for a four-story self-storage facility regarding setbacks and lot coverage
• 42 Harbor Street: Variance request to extend a curb cut from 20 feet to 35 feet
• 253 Essex Street: Appeal of Building Inspector decision and variance request for two right-angle signs
• 13 Scenic Avenue: Special Permit to demolish a living room addition and build a new 18’ x 18’ one-story addition
• Vote on Zoning Board of Appeals vice chair

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission will hold a remote meeting on December 18, 2024, to continue several certificate of appropriateness applications and discuss a proposed review of design standards for the Forest River Residences Smart Growth Overlay Subdistrict. Public comment is allowed via Zoom.

• 19½ Washington Square – BPM Productions – continuation for lift installation
• 56 School Street – Waiver of Demolition Delay for roof demolition
• 11 Hathorne Street – Certificate of Appropriateness for EV charger
• Salem Athenaeum – request for initial consultation on accessibility project
• Review of Proposed Design Standards for Forest River Residences Smart Growth Overlay Subdistrict

Council on Aging Board

The Salem Council on Aging Board will meet to approve November minutes, review director's reports, and discuss senior housing and advocacy. The meeting will be held in person at the Levesque Community Life Center.

• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Director's report
• Discussion of senior housing
• Discussion of CLC kitchen
• Friends of the COA report

Design Review Board

The board will hold elections for its Chair and Vice Chair positions. It will also review four small projects in the Urban Renewal Area, including antenna installation at 27 Charter Street and façade modifications at 208 Essex Street. Additionally, the board will discuss a signage continuation at 253 Essex Street and approve the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Officer Elections – Chair and Vice Chair
• 27 Charter Street: install six antennas and communications equipment on rooftop penthouse
• 21 Church Street: proposed screening for dumpsters in the parking lot
• 208 Essex Street: minor façade modifications and addition of a new rooftop HVAC unit
• 253 Essex Street: Blackcraft A‑Frame signage continued to Jan 22 2025

Licensing Board

The board will vote on several liquor and entertainment license applications. A key item is Village Tavern's request to add drag shows, comedy, salsa lessons, trivia, and a juke box to its entertainment license. Also on the agenda: two one-day liquor licenses for Salem Arts Association, new Common Victuallers licenses for Front Street Coffee House and Sweet Java, and an amendment to Gulu Gulu Café's entertainment license.

• Application to amend Village Tavern's entertainment license to add drag shows, comedy, salsa lessons, trivia, and a juke box
• Two one-day liquor licenses for Salem Arts Association (Jan 10 & 17, 2025) at 159 Derby Street
• Application for a Common Victuallers License at 20 Front Street for Front Street Coffee House
• Application for a Common Victuallers & Entertainment License at 539 Loring Ave for Sweet Java
• Application to amend Gulu Gulu Café's entertainment license to include dance floor space and a DJ

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission will receive a design update for the Pioneer Village Living History Museum. The body will also discuss meter replacement options for the Willows and signatures for a $500,000 Parc Grant for Curtis Park.

• Pioneer Village Living History Museum design update
• Willows meter replacement options
• $500,000 Parc Grant for Curtis Park

Conservation Commission

The Salem Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on a barn construction at 15 Cleveland St and a drainage culvert replacement at 17-23 Szetela Lane. They will also consider a continuation of a public hearing for a fence and pool at 36 Clark St, and a request to continue a wetland delineation for properties on Highland Ave to January 21, 2025. Additionally, the commission will vote on certificates of compliance for 136 Bay View Ave and 200 Fort Ave, and approve the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Continuation of public hearing for fence, playground, and above-ground pool at 36 Clark Street
• Request to continue wetland delineation for 329 and 331-333 Highland Ave to January 21, 2025
• Public hearing for construction of a barn and utilities at 15 Cleveland Street
• Public hearing for replacement of a drainage culvert at 17-23 Szetela Lane
• Certificates of compliance for 136 Bay View Ave and 200 Fort Ave

Commission on Disabilities

The Salem Commission on Disabilities will approve the October 2024 meeting minutes and discuss several old‑business items. Topics include a Beep Baseball program, a proposed wheelchair purchase and loaner program, and a discussion of trash and recycling bins. The commission will also consider the reappointment of Ezekiel Holt and set goals for 2025.

• Approval of October 2024 minutes
• Beep Baseball program discussion
• Wheelchair purchase; loaner program
• Trash and recycling bins discussion
• Reappointment of Ezekiel Holt

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider several license applications including one-day liquor licenses for the Salem Arts Association and various entertainment amendments. The board will also review renewals and new licenses for local food and beverage establishments.

• Two One Day Liquor Licenses for Salem Arts Association at 159 Derby Street
• Salem Flea Vendor Fair seasonal event applications for 2025
• Entertainment license amendment for Gulu Gulu Café to include dance floor and DJ
• 2025 entertainment license renewal for Village Tavern at 168 Essex St.
• Entertainment license amendment for Village Tavern to add trivia, drag shows, comedy, and salsa lessons

Park & Recreation Commission

The Tree Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss various tree management and programming items. The agenda includes a report from the Department of Public Services and discussion regarding Arbor Day suggestions for 2025.

• Greening the Gateway Cities Program presentation by DCR Forester David Bresnahan
• Arbor Day suggestions for 2025
• Tree Steward event at Mayor Salvo Bike Path
• Tree Permit North Shore CDC review results
• Approval of October 21, 2024, meeting minutes

School Committee

The School Committee will review superintendent reports, subcommittee updates, and several new policy motions. The agenda includes the approval of field trips and two fiscal year 2025 warrants.

• FY25 Warrant (12/05/2024): $567,913.13
• FY25 Warrant (12/12/2024): $503,729.00
• Policy 5103 Controlled Choice Student Assignment - First Reading
• Resolution to Affirm Equity Statement
• Resolution to Affirm LGBTQ+ Inclusion Statement

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss various tree management and programming items. The agenda includes reports from the Department of Public Services and discussions regarding Arbor Day and a Tree Steward event.

• Greening the Gateway Cities Program discussion with DCR Forester David Bresnahan
• Arbor Day suggestions for 2025
• Tree Steward event at Mayor Salvo Bike Path
• Tree Permit North Shore CDC review regarding November 19 Park & Recreation Commission results
• Approval of October 21, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs is meeting to discuss claims. The agenda contains only this single item, making the meeting primarily procedural.

• Discussion of claims

Transportation Commission

The Commission will review the Department of Transportation's October efforts and discuss the establishment of a downtown Parking Benefit District. Members will also revisit lane configurations at the intersection of Congress Street and Derby Street.

• Review of October resident permit parking, enforcement, shuttle services, Salem Skipper, BlueBikes, Commuter Rail, and Ferry
• Discussion on the establishment of a Parking Benefit District downtown
• Review of northbound lane configuration on Congress Street at the Derby Street intersection

Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council

The council will review previous minutes and receive updates from neighborhood associations and the city. Tara Mansfield, Director of the Salem Public Library, is scheduled as a special guest.

• Approval of November 13, 2024 minutes
• Special Guest: Tara Mansfield, Director, Salem Public Library
• Neighborhood Association updates
• City Updates

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will hold a joint meeting with the Design Review Board regarding the Lappin Park Redesign project. The regular meeting includes reviews of several urban renewal projects involving housing, commercial spaces, and small property modifications.

• Lappin Park Redesign presentation
• 1 Sewel Street: Rooftop exercise and play space review
• 32-34 Federal Street: Historic court building restoration review
• 73 Lafayette Street and 9 Peabody Street: Affordable housing and commercial space review
• 283 Rear Derby Street: Wood burning stove chimney installation review

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The Salem Redevelopment Authority will hold a joint meeting with the Design Review Board to discuss the Lappin Park Redesign project. The body will also review design recommendations for multiple properties in the Urban Renewal Area, including affordable housing and commercial modifications.

• Lappin Park Redesign Project presentation
• 73 Lafayette Street and 9 Peabody Street: 19 and 29 age-restricted affordable housing units
• 32-34 Federal Street: Historic court buildings preservation and reuse
• 1 Sewel Street: 5,600 square feet of rooftop exercise and play space for YMCA
• 283 Rear Derby Street: Wood burning stove chimney for Notch Brewery & Tap Room

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board and Salem Redevelopment Authority will hold a joint public meeting to receive a presentation on the Lappin Park Redesign project. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom, with public comment opportunities.

• Presentation of Lappin Park Redesign project

Board of Health

The Salem Board of Health will discuss correspondence from the MA Department of Revenue regarding suspensions and revocations of tobacco, nicotine, and e-cigarette permits for Salem Food Store, and how to address them locally. The meeting also includes approval of November 12, 2024 minutes and routine updates from the health agent and public health nurse.

• Discussion on DOR tobacco permit suspensions/revocations for Salem Food Store
• Approval of Board of Health meeting minutes from November 12, 2024
• Health Agent updates and Public Health Nurse report
• Chairperson communications and administrative report
• New business/scheduling future agenda items

Community Preservation Committee

The Salem Community Preservation Committee will consider and vote on eligibility applications, other preservation applications, and the final Community Preservation Plan. Minutes from the November 12 meeting will be approved. The meeting includes a public comment period and sets the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of minutes from 11/12/24
• Vote on eligibility determinations for preservation applications
• Vote on additional preservation applications
• Vote on the final Community Preservation Plan

Salem Cultural Council

The Salem Cultural Council will meet in-person to vote on prior meeting minutes and continue its discussion of grant applications received. No remote participation is available. The council may also address any other business before adjourning.

• Vote on approval of November 2024 meeting minutes
• Continued review and discussion of grant applications
• Meeting held in-person only at City Hall Annex, 98 Washington St.

Scholarship & Education Committee

The Salem Scholarship & Education Committee will meet remotely to approve prior meeting minutes, receive a financial update, and discuss old business including scholarship recipient updates, the education fund, and a 12-month plan. New business includes planning the next meeting and recruiting new members. The agenda is largely procedural.

• Update on scholarship recipients and distribution of funds
• Check in on the education fund
• Discussion of fundraising efforts
• Setting timeline and plan for the next 12 months
• Recruiting new committee members

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on allocating the FY2025 property tax levy among residential, open space, and small commercial classes and considering exemption options. The council will also vote on multiple appropriations from free cash and receipts reserved, including over $8 million for stabilization, capital improvement, and OPEB funds, a $3.2 million trash enterprise subsidy, and $594,864 for Curtis Memorial Park redevelopment. Appointments to various boards and commissions are scheduled for confirmation.

• Public hearing on FY2025 tax rate allocation and residential, open space, and small commercial exemption options
• Appropriation of $8,003,479.95 from free cash to Stabilization Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and OPEB Fund
• Appropriation of $3,278,783 for FY2025 trash enterprise fund expense subsidy
• Appropriation of $1,999,350 from receipts reserved (Witch House, Golf Course, Harbormaster, Charter Street, Forest River) to reduce the tax rate
• Appropriation of $594,864 for Curtis Memorial Park redevelopment

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continuance of the public hearing on the application for 32 and 34 Federal Street, a Phase Two site‑plan review and special permit that adds affordable units. The board will also consider application fees for the Coastal Resiliency Overlay District site‑plan review, a date change for a June 2025 meeting, a staff update on Salem Harbor Station lighting and landscaping, and approve recent meeting minutes.

• Continuance of public hearing for 32 Federal Street and 34 Federal Street (Map 35, Lot 621) – Site Plan Review and Special Permit, increasing affordable units from 10 to 15
• Discuss and vote on application fees for Coastal Resiliency Overlay District (C‑ROD) Site Plan Review
• Discuss and vote to move the June 19, 2025 Planning Board meeting to June 26, 2025
• Staff update on Salem Harbor Station lighting and landscaping concerns
• Approval of draft minutes from 11/7/24 and 11/21/24

Salem Harbor Port Authority

The Salem Harbor Port Authority will meet remotely on December 5, 2024. The agenda includes port updates, a dedication petition, a harbormaster report, and public comment. The board will also approve the previous meeting's minutes before adjourning.

• Port Updates
• Dedication Petition
• Harbormaster Report
• Public Comment
• Approval of Minutes

Sustainability, Energy, & Resiliency Committee

The Salem Sustainability, Energy, and Resiliency Committee will discuss the Climate Leaders Designation application and the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Planning 2.0 Grant FY25 submission, along with other business such as a resilience presentation and a Home Energy Score update. The meeting also includes planning for subcommittees and making the committee bilingual. No binding votes are expected; the agenda consists primarily of updates and discussions.

• Climate Leaders Designation application update (M.E. O'Neil)
• Salem Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Planning 2.0 Grant FY25 Submission (Christian Thiim)
• Resilience Presentation (Meryl Schultz)
• Home Energy Score update (Will Winn)
• Discussion on making SERC bilingual

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission will hold a remote meeting on December 4, 2024, to decide on a waiver of demolition delay for a roof replacement at 56 School Street, a building over 50 years old. Several certificate of appropriateness applications will be continued, including EV charger installation at 31 Chestnut Street and a lift at 19½ Washington Square. The commission will also consider a request for a Certified Local Government opinion on the National Register eligibility of the Holyoke Square Area.

• 56 School Street – Waiver of Demolition Delay for demolishing more than 50% of the roof on a building over 50 years old
• Request for Certified Local Government opinion on National Register eligibility for Holyoke Square Area
• 31 Chestnut Street – Certificate of Appropriateness for EV charger installation (continuation)
• 1 Clifton Avenue – Certificate of Appropriateness for after-the-fact alteration of rear door and window
• 180 Derby Street – Certificate of Appropriateness for copper gutters and downspouts (continuation)

Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss various bicycling infrastructure projects and program updates. The agenda includes reviews of specific transit plans and local ordinances.

• MassDOT Bridge Street Project
• Safe Routes for All Action Plan
• Bikeshare data and program updates
• Bike Passes for Commuter Rail
• Bike Parking Ordinance

Affordable Housing Trust Fund

The Salem Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will approve minutes from July 9 and October 1, 2024, discuss future agenda items, and vote on the meeting schedule for 2025. Staff will present the FY24 Annual Plan, an update on the Mayor’s 2024 housing priorities, and a condominium conversion Home Rule Petition. Public comment will be accepted virtually before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from the July 9, 2024 special meeting and the October 1, 2024 regular meeting
• Discussion and vote on the AHTF meeting schedule for 2025
• Presentation of the FY24 Affordable Housing Trust Fund Annual Plan
• Status update on the Mayor’s 2024 housing priorities (info on ImagineSalem.org)
• Consideration of a condominium conversion and related Home Rule Petition

Affordable Housing Trust Fund

The Salem Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will hold a meeting on December 3, 2024, to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss the schedule for 2025. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Approval of July 9, 2024 and October 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion and vote on 2025 meeting schedule
• FY24 AHT Annual Plan staff update
• Mayor’s 2024 Housing Priorities status update
• Condominium Conversion and Home Rule Petition discussion

City Council

The City Council Committee on Government Services, co-posted with the Committee of the Whole, will meet on December 2, 2024, at 6:00 PM to discuss adopting Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Clauses 22I and 22J related to the HERO Act. This discussion concerns potential property tax exemptions for qualifying veterans and their families. No vote is scheduled; only discussion is on the agenda.

• Discussion of adopting MGL Ch. 59, Clause 22I & 22J relative to the HERO Act

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will meet to discuss district updates and vote on several motions. Key items include the approval of FY25 warrants and a multi-year employment contract.

• Three-year contract (July 1, 2024- June 30, 2027) for Assistant Superintendent, Finance and Operations, Elizabeth Pauley
• FY25 Warrant approval for $425,617.06 (11/21/2024)
• FY25 Warrant approval for $564,733.09 (11/27/2024)
• Resolution to Affirm Safe and Welcoming Environments within the Salem Public Schools
• Organization and online hosting of Policy Manual by Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC)

Salem Food Policy Council

The Salem Food Policy Council will meet to discuss subcommittee reports and action plans. The agenda includes a recap of the Local Food Policy Council Network meeting and a discussion regarding the Farm Bill.

• Farm Bill discussion
• Openings on the Food Policy Council
• Urban Agriculture subcommittee report
• Food Access subcommittee report
• Organization & Structure and Engagement & Assessment subcommittee reports

Cemetery Commission

The Salem Cemetery Commission will meet remotely to receive updates on several projects including an expansion study, automatic gate installation at Orne Street, pond dredging, Burke Lot expansion, chapel restoration, and sewer upgrades. The commission will also begin annual budget discussions for FY26. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes.

• Annual budget discussion for FY26
• Update on Expansion Study by Martha Lyons
• Automatic Gate discussion for Orne Street main gate
• Greenlawn Pond Dredging Project update
• Dickson Chapel restoration update

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will receive status updates on several cemetery maintenance and expansion projects. The board will also hold annual discussions regarding the budget for fiscal year 2026.

• FY26 budget annual discussions
• Automatic gate project for Orne Street main gate
• Greenlawn Pond Dredging Project status
• Burke Lot Expansion status
• Greenlawn Cemetery sewer upgrades and next steps

Park & Recreation Commission

The Salem Tree Commission will meet via Zoom to review tree permit results, discuss the Greening the Gateway Cities Program, and approve minutes from October 2024.

• Review results of Tree Permit North Shore CDC
• Approve Tree Commission Minutes of October 21, 2024
• Discuss Arbor Day suggestions for 2025
• Report on Greening the Gateway Cities Program
• Tree Steward event at Mayor Salvo Bike Path

Tree Commission

The Salem Tree Commission will hear a report from the Director of Public Services and a presentation on the Greening the Gateway Cities Program from a DCR forester. They will discuss Arbor Day 2025 suggestions and review the outcome of the Park & Recreation Commission's review of a tree permit for North Shore CDC. The commission will also approve minutes from October 21, 2024.

• Report from Raymond Jodoin, Director of Public Services
• Greening the Gateway Cities Program – presentation by DCR Forester David Bresnahan
• Arbor Day 2025 suggestions
• Tree Steward event recap – November 16 on Mayor Salvo Bike Path
• Tree Permit North Shore CDC – results of November 19 Park & Recreation Commission review

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to discuss city signage, recycling, and the CDBG Consolidated Plan. The body will also review the August 2024 minutes and discuss Beep Baseball.

• Signage discussion with Planner Kate Newhall-Smith
• Recycling discussion with Waste Reduction Coordinator Alisa Cherkasova
• CDBG Consolidated Plan discussion with Brian Hull of CEW Advisors, Inc.
• Old business regarding Beep Baseball

School Committee

The School Committee will hold a retreat to discuss grade configuration options for Salem Public Schools. The committee will review data, consider constituent input, and analyze benefits, risks, and opportunities for different grade configurations. No votes are expected; the focus is on identifying next steps.

• Consideration of constituent input on grade configuration
• Analysis of benefits, risks, and opportunities for grade configuration options
• Identification of next steps for grade configuration
• Retreat held at Collins Middle School, Room 227

Board of Trust Fund Commissioners

The Board of Trust Fund Commissioners will convene at Salem City Hall to review fund and wills, address requests from the Salem Council on Aging, and approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review Fund/Wills
• Salem Council on Aging requests
• Approval of last meeting minutes

Board of Trust Fund Commissioners

The Board of Trust Fund Commissioners will discuss and potentially approve routine and emergency requests from the Salem Council on Aging, review fund and will documents, and approve the previous meeting's minutes. No major financial decisions or new policy items are on the agenda.

• Salem Council on Aging routine and emergency requests
• Review of fund and will documents
• Approval of last meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Salem Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a request to continue to December 5, 2024, a site plan review and planned unit development special permit application for Phase Two of the Federal Street project. The applicant, WinnDevelopment/DCAMM, proposes rehabilitating historic courthouse buildings at 32-34 Federal Street, including increasing affordable units from 10 to 15 in the County Commissioner's building and adding event space in the Superior Court building.

• Public hearing on Phase Two of the Federal Street project at 32-34 Federal Street (Map 35, Lot 621)
• Request to continue the hearing to December 5, 2024
• Increase in proposed affordable units from 10 to 15 in the County Commissioner's building
• Proposal for rehabilitation of historic courthouse buildings with event space and site improvements
• Located in the B5 (Central Development) District requiring Site Plan Review and Planned Unit Development Special Permit

Board of Public Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review library use and finances. The agenda includes updates regarding the building and a fountain.

• Approval of September 19, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of library use
• Review of finances
• Building update
• Discussion regarding the fountain

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Salem High School Building Committee to discuss educational visioning and future facility teams. The meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Salem High School Library.

• Joint meeting with the Salem High School Building Committee
• Discussion on educational visioning and facility teams
• Review of visioning overviews and prior work
• Public comment period included
• Meeting location: Salem High School Library, 77 Wilson Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review requests for variances and special permits for residential additions and a commercial storage facility. The board will also vote on variance extensions for four properties and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Variance request for a five-story self-storage facility at 45 Jefferson Avenue
• Special permit for a two-story addition at 5 Howard Street
• Special permit for a 10’ X 21’ addition and deck at 204 North Street
• Special permit for a dormer and third-floor addition at 11 ½ Hardy Street
• Extension requests for variances at 31 Calumet Street, 75 North Street, 2 Commercial Street, and 3 South Mason Street

Historical Commission

This meeting of the Salem Historical Commission includes a presentation on the Plummer Home Archaeology Project and continuations of several certificates of appropriateness for projects such as window replacement at 29 Washington Square and an EV charger at 31 Chestnut Street. New requests for roofing replacement at 357 Essex Street and 6 River Street will also be reviewed.

• Presentation on Plummer Home Archaeology Project
• Continuation: 29 Washington Square – window replacement at the Bertram House
• Continuation: 31 Chestnut Street – EV charger
• New: 357 Essex Street – roofing replacement by Leo Kraunelis
• New: 6 River Street – roofing replacement by Salem Apartments LLC

Council on Aging Board

The Salem Council on Aging Board will first approve the minutes from its October 16, 2024 meetings. The board will then hear the Director’s report and consider old business items, including continued advocacy and an update on senior housing. New business includes a report from Friends of the COA and planning for a holiday gathering. The meeting will conclude with any other business and adjournment.

• Approval of October 16, 2024 annual meeting minutes
• Approval of October 16, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Director’s report
• Old business: continued advocacy and senior housing update
• New business: Friends of the COA report and holiday gathering

Design Review Board

The Salem Design Review Board will meet remotely on November 20, 2024. The agenda includes design reviews for several projects, notably a final design review of Phase 1 at 73 Lafayette, which proposes 19 age‑restricted affordable housing units, 29 units at a nearby building, and commercial and public space. Other items are small project reviews for antenna installation at 27 Charter Street, a wood‑burning stove chimney at 283 Rear Derby Street, a rooftop exercise area for the YMCA at 1 Sewall Street, and a discussion of a curved wall mock‑up at 252 Bridge Street. The board will also approve the October 23 minutes and consider the 2025 meeting schedule.

• 252 Bridge Street: discussion of The Exchange’s curved wall mock‑up, request to continue to Dec 18 2024
• 27 Charter Street: small project review – installation of six antennas and communications equipment on rooftop penthouse for the City of Salem
• 283 Rear Derby Street: small project review – installation of wood‑burning stove chimney for Notch Brewery & Tap Room
• 1 Sewall Street: schematic design review – use of ~5,600 sq ft rooftop space for YMCA children’s exercise and play area
• 73 Lafayette: final design review – Phase 1 includes 19 age‑restricted affordable units, 29 units at 9 Peabody Street, and commercial/public space

Public Art Commission

The Salem Public Art Commission will approve the minutes from the Oct. 15, 2024 meeting, discuss a preliminary review of a rotating sculpture garden, and announce a call for mini‑grant proposals. The commission will also set the date for the December meeting and provide project updates.

• Approval of Oct. 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Preliminary review for Rotating Sculpture Garden
• PAC Mini Grants Call for Proposals
• Scheduling of December meeting

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission will hear tree planting proposals for Salem Willows and Hawthorne Blvd, receive a project update on Mansell Field and Palmer Cove, and consider a wedding ceremony request at the Salem Common Bandstand. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Salem Willows Pier is also on the agenda.

• Request by Alexis Pekrul and Brian Cogger for a wedding ceremony at Salem Common Bandstand on Dec 14, 2024
• Presentation of tree planting plan for Salem Willows by Ray Jodoin
• Presentation of tree planting plan for Hawthorne Blvd by Darleen Melis
• Project update report on Mansell Field and Palmer Cove from Tom Devine
• Salem Willows Pier ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for Dec 2, 2024

Zero Waste Salem

The SalemRecycles Committee will meet to approve October minutes, recap recent events (Repair Café & TerraCycle Collection), and prepare for upcoming Textile & TerraCycle Drive (Nov 23) and Styrofoam Collection (Jan 2025). New business includes a report on composting in schools, a vote for new officers, and discussion of committee rebranding.

• Approve October 2024 meeting minutes
• Recap Repair Café & TerraCycle Collection event (11/16)
• Prep for Textile & TerraCycle Drive (11/23) and Styrofoam Collection event (Jan 2025)
• Report on composting in schools
• Vote for new committee officers

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several wetland-related projects, including continuations for a mixed-use residential building at 73-87 Lafayette Street and a 60-unit apartment building at 75 North Street. New hearings include tree removal at 409 Lafayette Street, a shade structure at Charlotte Forten Park, and an amendment for a stormwater outfall at 252 Bridge Street. The commission will also discuss the 2025 meeting schedule and submittal guidelines.

• Continuation of public hearing for 73-87 Lafayette Street mixed-use residential building
• Continuation of public hearing for 75 North Street 60-unit apartment building
• Public hearing on shade structure installation at Charlotte Forten Park, 289 Derby Street
• Public hearing on amendment for new stormwater outfall into North River at 252 Bridge Street
• Discussion of 2025 Conservation Commission meeting schedule and submittal guidelines

Commission on Disabilities

The Salem Commission on Disabilities will discuss new business items including signage with city planner Kate Newhall-Smith, recycling with waste reduction coordinator Alisa Cherkasova, and the CDBG Consolidated Plan with consultant Brian Hull. Old business includes a discussion of Beep Baseball. The meeting will also approve minutes from August 2024.

• Discussion of signage with Kate Newhall-Smith, City Planner
• Recycling discussion with Alisa Cherkasova, Waste Reduction Coordinator
• Presentation on CDBG Consolidated Plan by Brian Hull, CEW Advisors
• Update on Beep Baseball as old business

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will consider several one-day liquor licenses, fortunetelling licenses, and a lodging house application. The board is also scheduled to vote on renewing various 2025 licenses and extending Section 12 license hours for New Year's Eve.

• Vote to renew 2025 Alcohol, Entertainment, Auto Amusements, Auto Dealers, and Lodging House licenses
• Vote to allow Section 12 licenses to remain open until 2 am on New Year's Eve
• Hearing on an entertainment license violation at Village Tavern, 168 Essex St.
• Application for a Lodging House License at 10 Howard St.
• Application for a Transfer of an Annual Wine & Malt Package Store license at 72 Loring Ave.

Salem Cultural Council

The Salem Cultural Council will vote on the minutes from its October 2024 meeting. It will then discuss the grant applications that have been received. The meeting will conclude with any other business before adjourning.

• Vote on October 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of grant applications received

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will discuss and potentially vote on a recommendation for Saltonstall Middle School grades, as well as receive a mid-course budget update and an update from the Massachusetts School Building Authority. The meeting also includes approval of warrants totaling $1,619,918.72 and consideration of an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by B. Keaney.

• Saltonstall Middle School grades recommendation and resolution
• Mid-course budget update and Finance & Operations report
• Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) update
• Approval of FY25 warrants: $526,034.24 (11/7) and $1,093,884.48 (11/14)
• Open Meeting Law complaint filed by B. Keaney

Registrars of Voters

The Board of Registrars will meet only if necessary to count Federal Write-In Absentee Ballots and ballots from overseas voters received after Election Day but by the November 15 deadline. The meeting is a procedural step to ensure all eligible ballots postmarked by November 5 are counted.

• Counting of Federal Write-In Absentee Ballots (FWAB) and overseas ballots
• Ballots must be postmarked by November 5 and received by 5:00 PM on November 15
• Meeting held only if ballots are received

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet to approve previous session minutes and conduct executive sessions. The meeting focuses on preparing for negotiations with non-union personnel and the Salem Administrators Association.

• Strategy sessions for negotiations with the Deputy Superintendent
• Strategy sessions for negotiations with the Assistant Superintendent
• Strategy sessions for negotiations with the Salem Administrators Association (SAA)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss several mayoral appointments and financial requests. Key items include a proposed amendment to the Utility Energy Credit Revolving Fund and a request to discontinue India Street.

• Proposed amendment to the Utility Energy Credit Revolving Fund for $1,250,000.00
• Public hearing for the discontinuance of India Street
• Request for Comcast to install conduits on Hawthorne Blvd. for service at 13 Hawthorne Blvd.
• Contractual buyback payment of $5,625.00 for Maureen Branconnier (Schools)
• Contractual agreement payment of $2,574.12 for Salem Patrol Police Union

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission and Salem Redevelopment Authority hold a special joint meeting to receive a presentation of the final Downtown Parking Analysis, covering methodology, findings, and recommendations. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this presentation and adjournment.

• Presentation of the Downtown Parking Analysis with methodology, findings, and recommendations

Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council

The council will meet online to approve previous minutes and receive updates from the city and neighborhood associations. The meeting includes a presentation from special guest Sarah Roy of the Salem Children’s Alliance.

• Presentation by Sarah Roy, Salem Children’s Alliance
• Approval of October 9, 2024 minutes
• Neighborhood Association updates
• City Updates

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The Salem Redevelopment Authority will present the final downtown parking analysis and hold final design reviews for several projects, including the historic courthouses, the 73 Lafayette Street and 9 Peabody Street affordable‑housing development, and the 1 Sewel Street rooftop YMCA space. The board will also receive an update on the Historic Courthouses and Crescent Lot redevelopment, consider the 2025 meeting schedule, review financial reports, and approve the minutes from the October 9, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation of final Downtown Parking Analysis, covering methodology, findings, and recommendations.
• Final Design Review – 73 Lafayette Street and 9 Peabody Street: new building with 48 age‑restricted affordable housing units and commercial/public space.
• Final Design Review – 32‑34 Federal Street: historic preservation, restoration, and reuse of historic court buildings with site improvements.
• Schematic Design Review – 1 Sewel Street: proposal to use about 5,600 sq ft of rooftop for YMCA exercise and play space.
• License agreement for 35 Church Street to allow certain businesses to store dumpsters in part of the parking lot.

Board of Health

The Salem Board of Health will approve the minutes from its October 8, 2024 meeting. Health Agent updates will cover an urban agriculture regulation update, a resident proposal for home health visits, opioid issues, and staffing matters. Chairperson communications and a public health nurse report will be presented. New business will allow scheduling of future agenda items.

• Approve Board of Health meeting minutes from October 8, 2024
• Discuss update to urban agriculture regulation
• Discuss resident proposal for home health visits
• Provide opioid update
• Provide staffing update

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive an update from Superintendent Dr. Stephen Zrike on the state of the Salem School District. This is a discussion-only item with no scheduled votes or decisions.

• Update from Superintendent Dr. Stephen Zrike on the state of the School District

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Salem Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting for a special session on November 12, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. The only item on the agenda is a board training session. No public hearings or decisions are scheduled.

• Zoning Board of Appeals training

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review and vote on determination of eligibility applications, consider written comments, and vote to release the draft FY25 Community Preservation Plan and FY24 Annual Report for public comment. The committee will also discuss a preservation restriction for the Historic New England Phillips House Carriage Barn and hold elections for chair and vice chair.

• Vote on determination of eligibility applications (applications viewable online)
• Release draft FY25 Community Preservation Plan and FY24 Annual Report for public comment
• Historic New England Phillips House Carriage Barn – accept Massachusetts Historical Commission preservation restriction
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from 10/08/24 meeting

Beautification Committee

The Salem Beautification Committee will meet on November 12, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Life Center boardroom (401 Bridge Street) and via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of the October 2024 minutes, updates on the Keep MA Beautiful grant, Christmas tree planning, a T‑shirt project, and fundraising and new initiative ideas. Sub‑committee reports will cover the Lady of Salem project, a traffic island, litter cleanups, and beautification competitions. The committee will also discuss a holiday gathering and any additional ideas, with no specific decisions noted.

• Keep MA Beautiful grant update
• Christmas tree planning
• T‑shirt project
• Fundraising and new initiative ideas
• Holiday gathering proposal

Race Equity Commission

The Salem Race Equity Commission will hold a remote meeting to approve minutes, discuss the City Seal Task Force, and review draft governance documents including by-laws and term limits.

• Review draft governance documents (Mission Statement, By-Laws, Term Limits)
• City Seal Task Force update from Council Liaison Jeff Cohen
• Post-election discussion regarding racial equity
• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Planning Board

The Board will hold a continuance of the public hearing for the WinnDevelopment project at 32 and 34 Federal Street, reviewing a Site Plan and Special Permit that now includes 15 affordable units. It will also discuss and vote on a one‑year extension of permits for 252 Bridge Street and on the 2025 meeting schedule. Staff will provide updates on previously approved projects, and the Board will approve draft minutes from the October 17 meeting.

• Continuance of public hearing for 32 Federal St and 34 Federal St (Site Plan Review & Special Permit) – affordable units increased to 15
• Vote on one‑year extension of Site Plan Review, Planned Unit Development, and Flood Hazard Overlay Special Permit for 252 Bridge St
• Vote on Planning Board 2025 meeting schedule
• Staff update on previously approved projects
• Approval of draft minutes from 10/17/24

Salem Harbor Port Authority

The Salem Harbor Port Authority will meet remotely on November 7, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation by Salem High School on CTE/CTI programs, a Harbormaster report, a public comment period, and approval of the previous meeting minutes. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Salem High School CTE/CTI Presentation
• Harbormaster Report (staff update)
• Public Comment period
• Approval of Minutes

Sustainability, Energy, & Resiliency Committee

The Salem Sustainability, Energy, and Resiliency Committee meets to discuss forming subcommittees and planning future guest speakers. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment. No binding votes or specific proposals are listed.

• Discussion on formation and topics of subcommittees
• Discussion on upcoming speakers
• Approval of October 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Upcoming meetings: Food Policy Council (12/2), Recycling Committee (12/3), Tree Commission (11/18 & 12/16), Conservation Commission (11/19 & 12/17)

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission will hold a remote meeting on November 6, 2024, to continue several Certificate of Appropriateness cases. The only vote on the agenda is whether to accept a preservation restriction on the Baker's Island Oil House as a condition of Community Preservation Act funding. The Commission will also consider a request for a letter of support for Historic Salem, Inc.'s survey and planning grant application for the Greater Endicott Street Historic Resource Survey.

• Vote to accept preservation restriction on Baker's Island Oil House as condition of CPA funding
• Request for letter of support for Historic Salem, Inc. Survey & Planning Grant for Greater Endicott Street Historic Resource Survey
• Continuation of Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 29 Washington Square (Bertram House)
• Continuation of Certificate of Appropriateness for EV charger at 31 Chestnut Street
• Continuation of Certificate of Appropriateness for heat pump conduits at 387 Essex Street

Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee

The Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee will discuss various cycling infrastructure initiatives and program updates. The body will also review the Bike Parking Ordinance and request input on the FY25 Community Preservation Plan.

• Safe Routes for All Action Plan input session
• Franklin Street Waterfront Path update
• Bikeshare data and program updates
• Bike Parking Ordinance discussion
• FY25 Community Preservation Plan comment/input

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will meet on November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 227 at 29 Highland Ave., with a Zoom option. The committee will approve the consent agenda, including minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting and FY25 payment warrants of $325,259.09 (October 24) and $734,568.12 (October 31). The superintendent will present reports on an equity audit, a family survey, 2025 school improvement plans, an update from the Massachusetts School Building Authority, finance and operations, and a recommendation on Saltonstall Middle School grades. The agenda also provides for public comment with Spanish interpretation, subcommittee reports, and a motion to adopt the 2025 school improvement plans.

• Approval of FY25 payment warrants: $325,259.09 (10/24/2024) and $734,568.12 (10/31/2024)
• Approval of minutes from the October 21, 2024 regular meeting
• Superintendent’s report on equity audit, family survey, and 2025 school improvement plans
• Update from the Massachusetts School Building Authority
• Motion to adopt the 2025 School Improvement Plans

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet in executive session to conduct strategy sessions. These sessions are in preparation for negotiations with non-union principals and the Salem Administrators Association (SAA).

• Strategy sessions for negotiations with Non-Union Personnel- Principals
• Strategy sessions for negotiations with Salem Administrators Association (SAA)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding a special meeting to continue a public hearing regarding a project at 30 Bay View Ave. The commission will discuss a Notice of Intent to repair and raise an existing seawall by 24 inches.

• Public hearing for 30 Bay View Ave: repairs and 24-inch height increase of a seawall

Licensing Board

The Salem Licensing Board will consider several applications for one-day liquor licenses for holiday events and fundraisers. The board will also review requests for entertainment license amendments and fortunetelling licenses.

• Transfer of Annual All Alcohol and Entertainment licenses and a 500 square foot outdoor patio at 156 Derby Street (Trade House)
• Entertainment License amendment for a dance floor, DJ, and music time changes at 168 Essex St. (Village Tavern)
• One-day liquor licenses for 136 Federal Street, 9 Chestnut Street, 96 Lafayette St., 11 Dodge St., and 138 Federal St.
• Store and Individual Fortunetelling Licenses at 6 Hawthorne Blvd. (Debbie Mitchell)
• Sub-licensee Fortunetelling License at Botanica & Hermetic Arts of Salem (Dale Forbes)

Salem Cultural Council

The Salem Cultural Council will vote on the August and September 2024 meeting minutes, review questions from the October 2 information session, and hold an initial discussion of grant applications that have been submitted. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom with public comment allowed. The agenda includes standard procedural items and an open business segment before adjournment.

• Vote on prior meeting minutes (August 2024 & September 2024)
• Review of questions from the October 2 information session
• Initial discussion of grant applications received

School Committee

The Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss guidelines for naming school facilities and Parent Teacher Organization policies. The body will also review a Memorandum of Agreement for the Marine Corps Junior ROTC and the online hosting of the policy manual.

• Discussion of Naming of School Facilities Policy (Policy No. 6504)
• Discussion of Parent Teacher Organization Policy
• Review of Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (MCJROTC) Memorandum of Agreement
• Discussion of online hosting of the Policy Manual

Sustainability, Energy, & Resiliency Committee

The Sustainability, Energy, and Resiliency Committee will meet to nominate and vote on a Vice-Chair. The session includes city updates on grants and alliances, as well as a presentation on saving money with clean heat.

• Vote to elect Vice-Chair
• Update on Mass. Coastal Communities Alliance
• Update on Green Communities Grant
• Guest speaker David Green on "Save Money With Clean Heat"
• Discussion of potential subcommittees

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss signs in the Urban Renewal Area. The agenda includes a presentation on the history of the Salem Redevelopment Authority.

• Review of signage for The Sea Wych at 1 Derby Square
• Presentation on Salem Redevelopment Authority (SRA) history by Executive Director Tom Daniel
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will approve warrants for FY25 totaling $1,151,933.77 and discuss the 2025 School Improvement Plans. The meeting will also feature reports on the Superintendent, MSBA updates, and various subcommittee updates.

• Approval of FY25 Warrants: $1,151,933.77
• Discussion of 2025 School Improvement Plans
• Superintendent's Report and MSBA Update
• Salem Academy Charter School enrollment expansion reapplication
• Public comment and Spanish interpretation available

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will review a new parking layout for Washington Street and discuss the Greening the Gateway Cities Program. The body will also coordinate a list for the Century Tree Program and a Tree Steward event.

• Report on Washington Street new parking layout
• Discussion of Greening the Gateway Cities Program with DCR Forester David Bresnahan
• Century Tree Program list creation, including an elm for 27 Franklin St.
• Tree Steward event scheduled for November 16, 2024, at Mayor Salvo Bike Path

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will review a new parking layout for Washington Street and discuss the Greening the Gateway Cities Program. The body will also address the Century Tree Program and an upcoming Tree Steward event.

• Report on Washington Street new parking layout
• Greening the Gateway Cities Program discussion with DCR Forester
• Century Tree Program list and elm for 27 Franklin St.
• Tree Steward event scheduled for November 16, 2024, at Mayor Salvo Bike Path

Scholarship & Education Committee

The committee will discuss financial updates and the distribution of funds to scholarship recipients. Members will also work on a 12-month timeline for the education and scholarship funds and discuss fundraising.

• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Financial update
• Update on scholarship recipients and distribution of funds
• Planning for the next 12 months regarding education and scholarship funds
• Recruiting new members

City Council

The council approved a $221,000 capital outlay to remediate and restore Mansell Field and authorized retirement buyback payments of $49,770.12 to James Koen and $38,608.04 to Edward Burns of the fire department. It also amended the FY 2025 Capital Improvement Program to reallocate $1,282,761 to a single school‑energy‑efficiency project. Additional actions included confirming board appointments, accepting three park‑related donations, and scheduling a public hearing on a National Grid pole request.

• $221,000 appropriated for remediation and restoration of Mansell Field (Capital Outlay account 20002517-5846JH).
• Retirement buyback payments: $49,770.12 to James Koen and $38,608.04 to Edward Burns (Retirement Stabilization Fund‑Vacation/Sick Leave Buyback account 83113-5146).
• Amendment of FY25 CIP loan order to replace three school projects with a single "School – Energy Efficiency Improvements" project costing $1,282,761.
• Acceptance of three donations: $3,500 from Ryan and Matthew Murray LLC, $3,075.15 from Salem Harbor Station, and $1,200 from John Buonfiglio for park benches and a race event.
• Public hearing request from National Grid to install one jointly owned pole and relocate two jointly owned poles at Canal St. and Kimball Rd.

Planning Board

The Salem Planning Board will hold a continuance of the public hearing for the application by WinnDevelopment Companies, LLC (f/b/o DCAMM) concerning 32 and 34 Federal Street in the B5 (Central Development) District. The hearing will consider a Site Plan Review and a Planned Unit Development Special Permit, including an increase of affordable residential units from 10 to 15. The board will also receive staff updates on previously approved projects, file a DEP Waterways Application for 411 Lafayette Street, approve draft minutes from 9/19/24, and then adjourn.

• Continuance public hearing for 32 & 34 Federal Street – Site Plan Review & Special Permit (affordable units increased to 15)
• Updates from staff on previously approved projects
• Receive and file DEP Waterways Application for 411 Lafayette Street
• Approve draft minutes from 9/19/24
• Adjournment

Licensing Board

The Salem Licensing Board will review several applications for new and renewal licenses, including a fair license for Salem Para Con, fortune‑telling licenses on Essex Street, and one‑day liquor licenses for events. The board will also hear a noise‑complaint case from Salem Barrio LLC. Decisions will be made on each application during the meeting.

• Application for a fair license for Salem Para Con at SSU and Waterfront Hotel (4 readers)
• Application for a Store Fortune Telling License at 272 Essex Street (Botanica & Hermetic Arts of Salem)
• Application for a One Day Liquor License at The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby St. for 100 people (fundraiser)
• Application for two One Day Liquor Licenses at 34 St. Peter Street for fundraising dances (50 and 100 people)
• Hearing with Salem Barrio LLC, 41 Lafayette St., regarding outdoor entertainment noise complaints

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Salem Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for October 16, 2024, because the required quorum was not met. The meeting was set to be held remotely at 6:30 p.m.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued
• Remote participation planned under Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023
• Meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on October 16, 2024

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission is meeting to discuss several Certificates of Appropriateness for property modifications. The commission will review requests for installations and repairs at various residential and commercial addresses.

• 31 Chestnut Street: EV charging station
• 19½ Washington Square: Lift installation on rear of building
• 10 Flint Street and 387 Essex Street: Heat pump installations
• 180 Derby Street: Copper gutters, downspouts, and ground hatch opening
• 22 Beckford Street: Roof vent

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board will hold its regular monthly meeting to review the director's report and discuss senior housing. The board will also address a resignation and a report from the Friends of the COA.

• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on senior housing
• Discussion of a resignation
• Friends of the COA report

Public Art Commission

The Salem Public Art Commission will meet to discuss a new artist proposal for Chagall and review the Gifts of Art Policy. The body will also appoint a Vice Chair and approve minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting.

• Chagall PAC New Artist Proposal
• Gifts of Art Policy Review
• Vice Chair Appointment

Conservation Commission

The Salem Conservation Commission will consider several requests for Certificates of Compliance and will take public comment on the FY25 Community Preservation Plan. The meeting includes public hearings on wetland‑related permits for projects at 36 Clark Street, 30 Bay View Ave, 164 Bridge Street, 54 Osborne Hills Drive, 1 Kernwood Street, and a 60‑unit mixed‑use development at 75 North Street, 2 Commercial Street, and 3 South Mason Street. Each hearing will determine applicability of the Wetlands Protection Act and the city’s Wetlands Protection & Conservation Ordinance.

• Certificate of Compliance request for 435 Lafayette Street #64-730
• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for 60‑unit mixed‑use residential building at 75 North St, 2 Commercial St, 3 South Mason St
• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for reconstruction of pool and deck at 1 Kernwood Street (Kernwood Country Club)
• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for single‑family house construction at 54 Osborne Hills Drive
• FY25 Community Preservation Plan – request for public comment/input

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to review old business and approve minutes from August 2024. The agenda includes discussions on Beep Baseball and a wheelchair purchase and loaner program.

• Discussion of Beep Baseball
• Discussion of wheelchair purchase and loaner program

Race Equity Commission

The Race Equity Commission will review drafts for a mission statement and discuss term limits for leadership. The meeting includes a quarterly hate crime update from the Chief of Police and a progress report on the Safe Streets for All Action Plan.

• Discussion on City Seal update and historical context
• Review of mission statement drafts and Chair/Vice Chair term limits
• Quarterly Hate Crime update from Chief of Police Lucas Miller
• Safe Streets for All Action Plan update regarding surveys and conversations
• Feedback from City Solicitor on the creation of subcommittees

City Council

The Salem City Council approved the expenditure of $49,616.80 from the Retirement Stabilization Fund for Fire Department sick leave buybacks and accepted a $9,483.90 enclosed cargo trailer donation from police unions. The Council also voted to close a public hearing regarding a National Grid utility pole installation on Margin Street.

• Approval of $49,616.80 for Fire Department sick leave buyback
• Acceptance of $9,483.90 enclosed cargo trailer from SPSOA and SPPOA
• Public hearing closed on National Grid utility pole on Margin St.
• Confirmation of Thomas Pineros Shields to Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
• Designation of Daniels Street and Daniels Street Court as Soboczinski Square

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The Salem Redevelopment Authority and the Design Review Board are conducting a site visit. The purpose is to view a mock-up of a curved wall for a proposed building at 252 Bridge Street.

• Site visit at 66 Cherry Hill Drive, Beverly, MA
• Review of curved wall mock-up for 252 Bridge Street

Salem Harbor Port Authority

The Salem Harbor Port Authority will meet remotely on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. to provide port and harbormaster updates, hear public comments, and approve prior minutes. No specific contracts, ordinances, or policy decisions are listed on the agenda. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom with dial‑in options.

• Call to Order
• Port Updates
• Harbormaster Report
• Public Comment
• Approval of Minutes

Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council

The Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council will meet remotely on October 9, 2024, to approve prior minutes, hear from the Salem Police Chief, and discuss an annual Community Preservation Act request. No public comment will be taken.

• Approval of July 10, 2024 minutes
• Presentation by Salem Police Chief Lucas Miller
• Annual CPA Request for Comment
• Neighborhood Association updates
• City Updates

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission will consider a series of Certificate of Appropriateness requests for property alterations, including roof replacement, chimney work, window replacement, solar panel installation, and other modifications. Each item is listed under the minor change category and no abutter objections were received for most. The commission will also request public comment on the FY25 CPA Plan. Additional business includes minutes, violations, and correspondence.

• 34 Chestnut Street – Certificate of Appropriateness for roof replacement
• 134 Federal Street – Certificate of Appropriateness for chimney repointing and caps
• 29 Washington Square – Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement (continuation)
• 331 Essex Street – Certificate of Appropriateness for solar panels and chimney removal
• Request for comment on the FY25 CPA Plan

Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss various bicycling initiatives, including the Safe Routes for All Action Plan and a bike parking ordinance. Members will also review a draft shared streets flyer and receive updates on the Franklin Street Waterfront Path and bikeshare data.

• Safe Routes for All Action Plan "Meeting in a Box" input session
• Review of Draft Shared Streets Flyer
• Update on Franklin Street Waterfront Path
• Discussion of Bike Parking Ordinance
• Request for comment on FY25 Community Preservation Plan

Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee

The Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee will meet on Oct. 9, 2024 to hear public comment and receive staff updates. The agenda includes discussion of several bicycling projects, including the Safe Routes for All Action Plan input session, a draft shared‑streets flyer, the Franklin Street waterfront path, bikeshare data, a bike valet at a public event, and a proposed bike parking ordinance. The committee will also consider input on the FY25 Community Preservation Plan and approve meeting minutes.

• Safe Routes for All Action Plan “Meeting in a Box” input session
• Review of Draft Shared Streets Flyer
• Update on Franklin Street Waterfront Path
• Bike Parking Ordinance proposal
• FY25 Community Preservation Plan – request for comment/input

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The Salem Redevelopment Authority will discuss the status of the historic courthouses and Crescent Lot redevelopment project. The board will also consider a new appointee, Kate Martin, and review updates to the SRA sign manual. Additional topics include in‑person meeting policies, temporary murals and window art, and a request for comment on the FY25 Community Preservation Plan.

• Appointee for consideration: Kate Martin
• Presentation: SRA Sign Manual Update
• Discussion: In‑Person Meetings
• Discussion: Temporary Murals and Temporary Window Art
• Update on redevelopment of the historic courthouses and the Crescent Lot

Board of Health

The Salem Board of Health will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hear a case regarding violations of Board of Health Regulation #24 at Bunghole Liquors on Derby Street. The agenda includes public health reports and updates from the Health Agent and Council Liaison.

• Approval of September 10, 2024 Board of Health minutes
• Hearing on Bunghole Liquors (204 Derby Street) violations of Regulation #24
• Public Health Nurse Report
• Health Agent Report
• Council Liaison Updates

Cemetery Commission

The Salem Cemetery Commission will consider several agenda items, including a fee discussion for the Westside Chapel expansion and a vote to approve an expenditure from the trust fund for an automatic gate at Orne Street. The meeting will also include a superintendent report on cemetery operations and status updates on Greenlawn Pond and Crowninshield stones. Public comment will be limited to 15 minutes.

• Approve minutes from the September 10, 2024 commission meeting
• Fee discussion for the Westside Chapel expansion
• Vote to approve expenditure from the trust fund for the Orne Street automatic gate
• Status updates on Greenlawn Pond issues
• Status updates on setting Crowninshield stones by Andrew Carr

Community Preservation Committee

The Salem Community Preservation Committee will hold its October 8 public meeting to consider eligibility determinations for funding applications. Members will also vote on draft FY25 eligibility and funding application forms and approve the minutes from the May 7 meeting. Additional agenda items include an annual informational hearing, a funding availability update, and planning for the CPA anniversary event.

• Annual Public Informational Hearing
• Review and vote on determination of eligibility applications received
• Review and vote on draft FY25 eligibility and funding application forms
• Approval of minutes of 5/7/24
• Funding Availability Update

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee is meeting to review updates on grants and seasonal decorations. The body will discuss various sub-committee reports and new fundraising initiatives.

• Keep MA Beautiful Grant update
• Christmas Tree planning
• Halloween Decorating Competition
• Lady of Salem and Traffic Island reports
• Make a Difference Day

Sustainability, Energy, & Resiliency Committee

The Sustainability, Energy, and Resiliency Committee will meet to nominate and vote on a Vice-Chair. The agenda includes city updates on the Mass. Coastal Communities Alliance and Green Communities Grant, as well as a presentation on clean heat.

• Vote on Vice-Chair nomination
• Update on Mass. Coastal Communities Alliance
• Update on Green Communities Grant
• Guest speaker David Green on "Save Money With Clean Heat"

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will consider ratifying successor contracts for the Teachers Unit and the Paraprofessional and School Related Personnel Unit. The body will also discuss student transportation policies and receive updates on MCAS and school building authority.

• Vote to ratify three-year successor contract (9/1/24-8/31/27) with Salem Teachers Union
• Vote to ratify three-year successor contract (9/1/24-8/31/27) with Paraprofessional and School Related Personnel (PRSP) Unit
• Discussion on Student Transportation Services Policy 3601 regarding Multilingual Learner First Year Transportation Service Suspension
• Approval of FY25 warrants including payments of $554,924.68, $339,974.55, and $1,567,706.10
• Approval of New Liberty Innovation School overnight trip to Cardigan Mountain and Lodge

Salem Food Policy Council

The Salem Food Policy Council will meet to discuss whether to allow subcommittee members who are not Salem residents. The council will also receive reports from four subcommittees and updates from city and council liaisons.

• Discussion of allowing subcommittee members who are not Salem residents
• Urban Agriculture subcommittee report
• Food Access subcommittee report
• Organization & Structure subcommittee report
• Engagement & Assessment subcommittee report

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The Salem Redevelopment Authority and the Design Review Board are conducting a site visit. The purpose is to view a mock-up of a curved wall for a proposed building at 252 Bridge Street.

• Site visit at 66 Cherry Hill Drive, Beverly, MA
• Review of curved wall mock-up for 252 Bridge Street

Design Review Board

The Salem Redevelopment Authority and the Design Review Board are conducting a site visit. The purpose is to view a mock-up of a curved wall for a proposed building at 252 Bridge Street.

• Site visit at 66 Cherry Hill Drive, Beverly, MA
• Review of curved wall mock-up for proposed building at 252 Bridge Street

Zero Waste Salem

The SalemRecycles Committee will meet to approve September minutes, review a school composting report, and plan events for Haunted Happenings and upcoming collection drives.

• Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of School Composting Report
• Planning for Haunted Happenings Parade
• Planning for Repair Café & TerraCycle Event
• Planning for Styrofoam Collection Event

Affordable Housing Trust Fund

The Board will hold a guided discussion with housing service providers regarding the City's Consolidated Plan update. Members will also request input on the FY25 Community Preservation Plan and receive an update on the Mayor's 2024 housing priorities.

• Guided discussion with housing service providers for the Consolidated Plan update
• Request for comment/input on the FY25 Community Preservation Plan
• Status update on Mayor's 2024 Housing Priorities

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will meet to vote on successor contracts for the Teachers Unit and the Paraprofessional and School Related Personnel Unit. The body will also discuss the financial outlook and potential budgetary savings regarding the Salem High School schedule.

• Vote to ratify three-year successor contract (9/1/24-8/31/27) with Teachers Unit
• Vote to ratify three-year successor contract (9/1/24-8/31/27) with Paraprofessional and School Related Personnel (PRSP) Unit
• Discussion of budgetary savings for Salem High School schedule
• Salem Academy Charter School's enrollment expansion application

City Council

The Salem City Council is reviewing a tax exemption agreement for a 20-unit housing development at 38 Norman Street. The body is also discussing amendments to the FY25 Capital Improvement Program for school energy efficiency and funding for fiber optic cable maintenance.

• Proposed Tax Increment Exemption Agreement for 20 housing units at 38 Norman Street ($11 million investment)
• Amendment to FY25 CIP Loan Order to allocate $1,282,761 for School Energy Efficiency Improvements
• Appropriation of $26,993.85 for City-owned fiber optic cable maintenance
• National Grid requests to install poles at Almeda St./Highland Ave and Margin St./Summer St.
• Request for Festivus 5K for Autism road race on December 15, 2024

Sustainability, Energy, & Resiliency Committee

The Salem Sustainability, Energy, and Resiliency Committee meeting scheduled for September 25, 2024, at 6:30 PM was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered or decided. Questions can be directed to Stacy Kilb, Sustainability Engagement Coordinator.

Licensing Board

The Salem Licensing Board will consider a series of license applications, including fortune‑telling, wine‑malt, entertainment and one‑day liquor permits. It will also review renewal and transfer requests for existing licenses and approve minutes from prior meetings. Decisions will affect businesses at locations such as Congress, Loring Ave, Derby St, Essex St and Church St.

• Sub‑licensee fortune‑telling license for Stardust at Congress (Applicant: Natalie Chahivec)
• Individual fortune‑telling license for 24 Loring Ave (Applicant: Michelle Nicole Kapple)
• Transfer of an Annual Wine, Malt & Cordials license at 247 Essex St and an Entertainment license for live music, dancing and comedy (Applicant: Jerica Holdings, LLC dba Gulu‑Gulu Café)
• Three one‑day liquor licenses (Oct 17‑19, 2024) for up to 90 people for a Banshee drag performance at 9 Church St (Applicant: Die with Your Boots On)
• One‑day liquor license (Oct 31, 2024) for a beer garden and live DJ at the Federal and Washington St. intersection (Applicant: The Anthem Group)

Salem Cultural Council

The Salem Cultural Council will meet to review financial reports for the 2024-2025 grant cycle. The body will also discuss plans for an applicant information session or open house.

• Vote on August 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Financials Report for 2024-2025 Grant Cycle
• Discussion of Applicant Information Session and/or Open House

Tree Commission

The Salem Tree Commission will hear a report from the Cemetery/Tree Division and discuss the Greening the Gateway Cities Program. Members will consider planting ginkgo trees in the Essex Street Mall and review additions and subtractions to the Salem Tree Manual. The commission will develop a location list for the Century Tree Program at 27 Franklin Street and discuss purchasing an AirSpade pneumatic soil excavation tool for Tree Steward activities. They will also approve the minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting.

• Greening the Gateway Cities Program – discussion
• Ginkgo trees in Essex Street Mall
• Salem Tree Manual – additions and subtractions
• Century Tree Program – create location list at 27 Franklin Street
• Purchase discussion of AirSpade pneumatic soil excavation tool

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a definitive subdivision plan for several properties on Canal Street and Kimball Road. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding the rehabilitation of the County Commissioner's and Superior Court buildings on Federal Street.

• Definitive Subdivision Plan for 266, 282, 286 Canal Street, 282 Rear Canal Street, and 2 Kimball Road
• Public hearing for Site Plan Review and Special Permit for 32 and 34 Federal Street
• Proposed increase of affordable residential units from 10 to 15 at the County Commissioner's building
• Request for comment on the FY25 Community Preservation Plan

Salem High School Building Committee

The committee will discuss designer selection and project opportunities for the high school. Members will vote to confirm a proposed Finance Working Group and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Vote to confirm Finance Working Group members: Anthony Delaney, Anna Freedman, Lisa Golden, and Elizabeth Pauley
• Update on Designer Selection
• Discussion of Key Opportunities of the Project
• Discussion of Innovative High School Projects
• Vote to approve June 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Public Library Trustees

The Salem Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a meeting on September 19, 2024, to approve minutes, discuss library use, finances, and building updates, and conduct other business via remote participation.

• Approval of June 24, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of library use
• Discussion of finances
• Discussion of building update
• Discussion of the fountain

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several special permits and variance requests for residential and commercial properties. Key items include a proposed multi-story storage facility and a request to convert a 2-unit dwelling into a 5-unit dwelling.

• 45 Jefferson Avenue: Variance request for a five-story self-storage facility (59 feet height proposed; 45 feet allowed)
• 11 Foster Street: Appeal and permit request to convert a 2-dwelling unit into a 5-dwelling unit
• 53-59 Mason Street: Special permit to change boat and car storage to warehouse, storage, packaging and distribution use
• 11 March Street: Special permit for a 192 square foot one-story addition
• 56 Highland Avenue: Variance to allow an 8-foot fence/wall combination to remain

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for property modifications. The body will also vote on a preservation restriction for the House of the Seven Gables Tea House and Barn.

• Preservation restriction vote for The House of the Seven Gables Tea House and Barn
• Certificate of Appropriateness for lift installation at 19½ Washington Square
• Certificate of Appropriateness for EV charging station at 31 Chestnut Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for heat pump installations at 10 Flint Street and 387 Essex Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for architectural shingles at 300 Lafayette Street

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board will meet to discuss updates on the kitchen and senior housing. The agenda also includes a report on 'Salem for All Ages' and nominations for board officers.

• Kitchen update
• Senior housing update
• Salem for All Ages report by Co-Chair Norene Gachignard
• Nominations for board officers
• Friends of the COA report

Public Art Commission

The Salem Public Art Commission will discuss the final design for the Artists’ Row/Mural Slam 'Sign' and review a poetry banner project. The commission will also hold a policy discussion regarding gifts of art and consider specific gifts from Karin Stanley and the Trust of Jacqueline Rousseau.

• Final design review for Artists’ Row/Mural Slam Mural 'Sign'
• Review of Mitch Ahern’s Charlotte Forten Poetry Banner Project
• Policy discussion on Gifts of Art
• Review of art gift from Trust of Jacqueline Rousseau
• Review of art gift from Karin Stanley

Conservation Commission

The Salem Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on September 17 to consider wetlands protection applications for various projects, including EV charging stations and seawall repairs. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom.

• 36 Clark Street: Public hearing for fence, playground, and pool installation
• 30 Bay View Ave: Public hearing for seawall repairs and raising
• 95 Margin Street: Public hearing for EV charging stations at Police Department
• 5 Jefferson Ave: Public hearing for EV charging stations at Public Works
• Highland Ave Trail Study: Funding request for review

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to discuss the CDBG Consolidated Plan with representatives from Planning and Community Development and CEW Advisors, Inc. The body will also review ongoing items regarding Beep Baseball and a wheelchair loaner program.

• CDBG Consolidated Plan discussion
• Beep Baseball
• Wheelchair purchase and loaner program

School Committee

The Salem School Committee is meeting in executive session to discuss strategy for negotiations with the Salem Teachers Union. The committee will also review and approve executive session minutes from August 19, 2024.

• Strategy sessions for negotiations with the Salem Teachers Union
• Review and approval of August 19, 2024 executive session minutes

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will meet to approve minutes and warrants for the fiscal years 2024 and 2025, and to receive reports on a middle school pilot program, MCJROTC agreement, and MSBA updates.

• Approval of warrants for FY24 and FY25 totaling over $1.3 million
• Superintendent's report on Middle School Pilot Program
• Memorandum of Agreement for Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (MCJROTC)
• Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Update
• Finance and Operations Report

Board of Trust Fund Commissioners

The Salem Board of Trust Fund Commissioners will meet to take attendance and hear general requests, including routine and emergency requests from the Salem Council on Aging. The board will review fund and will documents and address other new and old business items. The meeting will also include approval of the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Salem Council on Aging routine and emergency requests
• Other requests/bills
• Review Fund/Wills
• Other old business
• Approval of the last meeting minutes

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss several requests regarding parking regulations and traffic calming. Staff will present data and requests for specific streets to the commission for review.

• Review of speed and volume data for traffic calming on Derby Street between Hardy Street and Webb Street
• Request to extend 15-minute parking hours on Arbella Street
• Review of existing and proposed parking regulations on Savoy Road and Hemenway Road
• Discussion of a request for resident permit parking on Lathrop Street

City Council

The Salem City Council Committee of the Whole will meet on September 11, 2024 to discuss the re‑appointment of City Clerk Ilene Simons. The appointment would extend her term to expire on June 28, 2027. The meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers with remote access options provided.

• Re‑appointment of Salem City Clerk Ilene Simons, term to expire June 28, 2027

Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council

The Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council will meet online to approve July minutes and receive a presentation on the Salem Safe Streets for All Action Plan. The meeting will not include public comment.

• Approval of July 10, 2024 minutes
• Presentation on Salem Safe Streets for All Action Plan
• Neighborhood Association updates
• City Updates

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The Salem Redevelopment Authority will review several small project design recommendations and a final design for a mixed-use addition. The body will also hold its annual meeting to elect officers and set Fiscal Year 2025 goals.

• 301 Essex Street: Final Design Review for a 3.5-story addition with 20 residential units and 20 total parking spaces
• Native Spaces Project: Proposal for removable 'mural medallions' at up to 35 downtown sidewalk locations
• 288 Derby Street: Proposed amendment to outdoor dining area to include a pergola structure
• 227 Essex Street: Review of replacement bay window changes
• 177 Essex Street: Review of proposed facade painting

Board of Health

The Salem Board of Health will hold hearings regarding a nuisance abatement appeal and the potential revocation of two tobacco sales permits. The board will also review minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting.

• Hearing on appeal of order to abate nuisance conditions at 23 Cedarcrest Avenue
• Hearing on revocation of tobacco sales permit for K’s Konvenience/Mass Mini Mart at 34 Boston Street
• Hearing on possible revocation of tobacco sales permit for Bunghole Liquors at 204 Derby Street

Cemetery Commission

The Salem Cemetery Commission will approve minutes from the July 30, 2024 meeting and hear a superintendent report on cemetery operations. Commissioners will discuss and vote on a fee for the Westside Chapel expansion, including a concept study. Updates will be provided on the Burke Lot and Greenlawn Pond funding, and a vote will be taken on the Crowninshield Stones setting pending a signed right‑of‑entry form. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes.

• Approve July 30, 2024 commission meeting minutes
• Review and vote on fee for Westside Chapel Expansion concept study
• Status update on Burke Lot
• Funding discussion and next steps for Greenlawn Pond
• Vote on Crowninshield Stones setting, contingent on signed right‑of‑entry form

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee is meeting to review financial reports and expense approval procedures. The body will also discuss upcoming seasonal decorating competitions and committee logistics.

• Vote on Committee Chair
• Committee logo redesign
• Window Box Competition
• Treasurer's report and expense approval procedures
• Halloween Decorating Competition and Christmas Tree planning

Scholarship & Education Committee

The committee will review a financial update and the status of scholarship recipients. Members will also discuss education applications and elect a new chair.

• Election of a New Chair
• Financial update
• Update on Scholarship Recipients
• Discussion on Education Applications
• Letter to the Editor regarding Education Applications

Race Equity Commission

The Salem Race Equity Commission will meet on September 5 to consider several agenda items. Commissioners will approve the August meeting minutes, hear public comment, and continue discussion of the Race Equity Task Force report, including an education update. The commission will also discuss creating a public resource repository, drafting a mission statement and term limits, and reviewing recent changes to the police department’s discrimination reporting form.

• Approve August meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Discussion of Race Equity Task Force report – education update by Laura Assade and Superintendent Stephen Zrike
• Consideration of a central repository of resources for the public
• Review of recent changes to the police department’s discrimination reporting form per Assistant City Solicitor advice

Affordable Housing Trust Fund

The meeting scheduled for September 4, 2024, has been canceled. The board cited technological issues as the reason for the cancellation.

Historical Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation on the Native Spaces Project. The body will also discuss several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding building modifications and installations.

• Presentation on Native Spaces Project
• 6 Harrington Court: review of clapboard and trim details
• 19½ Washington Square: installation of a lift on the rear of the building
• 29 Washington Square: window replacement
• 31 Chestnut Street: after-the-fact EV charging station

Salem Human Rights Coalition

The Salem Human Rights Coalition met online on September 3, 2024 to welcome participants and introduce guests. The agenda included public comment, reports from the chair, clerk, treasurer, subcommittees, and liaisons, as well as a financial report for FY 2024. The meeting also announced upcoming events, set the next meeting for October 1, 2024, and then adjourned.

• Welcome and introductions
• Public comment period
• Chair’s report
• Treasurer’s FY 2024 financial report
• Announcement of upcoming events

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee is meeting to conduct an executive session. The purpose of the session is collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union.

• Collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will conduct public hearings regarding specific properties and discuss updates to the Salem Tree Manual. The body will also review the Century Tree Program and the potential purchase of an AirSpade tool.

• Public tree hearings for 17 Hawthorne Avenue and 160 Federal Street
• Discussion on purchasing an AirSpade Pneumatic Soil Excavation tool
• Review of additions and subtractions to the Salem Tree Manual planting lists
• Century Tree Program location listing, including 27 Crowdis St.
• Report on Greening the Gateway Cities Program from DCR Forester David Bresnahan

Design Review Board

The Salem Design Review Board will meet to review proposed signage and facade painting for Marine Hall Mercantile, phase adjustments for the Old Town Hall Preservation Project, and a proposed three-and-a-half-story addition with 32 residential units at 301 Essex Street.

• Review of signage and facade painting for Marine Hall Mercantile at 177 Essex Street
• Review of phase adjustments for Old Town Hall Preservation Project at 32 Derby Square
• Review of proposed changes to a replacement bay window at 231 Essex Street
• Final design review for a three-and-a-half-story addition with 32 residential units at 301 Essex Street
• Approval of July 24, 2024 minutes

Public Art Commission

The Salem Public Art Commission will hold a remote Zoom meeting on August 27, 2024 at 6:30 pm. Commissioners will approve the July 16, 2024 meeting minutes and review several art project proposals, including a supplies library, mural sign, Native Spaces, Faceless Dolls, and the Charlotte Forten Memorial. The meeting will also include selection recommendations for Artists’ Row and other project updates.

• Approve July 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review Little Free Arts’ Supplies Library proposal
• Review Artists’ Row/Mural Slam mural ‘Sign’ proposal
• Review Native Spaces project proposal
• Final review of Charlotte Forten Memorial

Salem Cultural Council

The Salem Cultural Council will hold a remote meeting on August 26, 2024. The agenda includes a vote on the July 2024 meeting minutes, the announcement and vote on Treasurer nominations, and discussions on the 2024‑2025 grant cycle priorities and meeting formats. The council will also address any other business before adjourning.

• Vote on prior meeting minutes (July 2024)
• Announcement and vote on Treasurer nominations
• Discussion of priorities and guidelines for 2024‑2025 grant cycle
• Discussion of in‑person, hybrid, and online meeting formats
• Any other business

School Committee

The Salem School Committee Personnel Subcommittee will meet online on August 26, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes a motion to enter an executive session to hold strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with the Salem Teachers Union. The chair declares the session will not return to open meeting. The notice was submitted by Executive Assistant Shirley Dorai.

• Motion to enter executive session for strategy sessions on Salem Teachers Union negotiations
• Call to order
• Statement of purpose
• Online Zoom meeting (link and passcode provided)
• Contact information for auxiliary aid requests (ADACoordinator, 978‑619‑5630)

City Council

The council will vote on three appropriations totaling $510,264 to fund salary increases and retroactive wages for the Salem Police Superior Officers Association. A committee report on B‑1 zoning regulations will be considered. The council will also take a second passage on two traffic ordinance amendments concerning resident sticker parking programs.

• Appropriation of $267,325 from the General Stabilization Fund for FY 2025 police pay increases
• Appropriation of $190,001.35 for FY 2024 retroactive police wages
• Appropriation of $52,938.18 for FY 2025 retroactive police wages
• Committee report on B‑1 zoning, Sec. 3.1 Table of Principal and Accessory Use Regulations
• Second passage of two ordinances amending traffic Chapter 42 Sec. 75A and Sec. 75 for resident sticker parking programs

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes and discuss a Request for Proposal for the Lower Gallows site. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Magic Wheelchair event and the upcoming golf tournament.

• Approval of June 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Presentation on Magic Wheelchair event for Salem Common
• Request for Proposal (RFP) for Lower Gallows
• Upcoming Park and Recreation Golf Tournament on September 14
• Visitor request for Wicked Half Marathon at Willows Field

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will enter an executive session on August 19, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. The purpose is to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with the Salem Teachers Union. The committee states that an open meeting would be detrimental to its bargaining position and it does not plan to return to open session.

• Move to enter executive session for teacher‑union bargaining strategy
• Executive session scheduled for Aug 19, 2024, 5:00 p.m., 29 Highland Ave., Rm. 227

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to discuss back-to-school updates and the district's strategic plan. The body will consider a motion to declare unused buses as surplus and review two policies for a second reading.

• Motion to declare unused buses as surplus
• Second reading of Policy 2202 and Policy 2500
• FY24 warrants totaling $494,226.25
• FY25 warrants totaling $1,642,107.42
• Superintendent's report on Strategic Plan and back-to-school updates

School Committee

The Salem School Committee Personnel Subcommittee will meet on Monday, August 12, 2024 at 3:30 pm in Room 227 at 29 Highland Ave. The meeting will go directly into an executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union. The subcommittee will not return to open session.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission will meet remotely to review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness and a Waiver of Demolition Delay. The meeting will include public comment and the review of meeting minutes.

• Review of 15 Certificate of Appropriateness applications for projects like window replacement and roof work
• Consideration of a Waiver of Demolition Delay for two buildings at 67 Derby Street
• Review of meeting minutes, violations, and correspondence
• Public comment period via Zoom
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom

Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee

The Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee will meet on August 7, 2024 to discuss bicycling infrastructure and initiatives. Items include a proposed Bike Parking Ordinance, bike storage in the City Hall Annex, and updates on the bikeshare program. The agenda also covers other community initiatives such as the Salem Pantry Ride for food and public surveys on the Marblehead Bike Plan and the Manchester Bike Friendly Community Application.

• Bike Parking Ordinance
• Bike Storage in City Hall Annex
• Bikeshare Data and Program Updates
• Salem Pantry Ride for Food
• Public surveys: Marblehead Bike Plan and Manchester Bike Friendly Community Application

Zero Waste Salem

The SalemRecycles Committee will review past collection events and prepare for a Book Swap and TerraCycle event on September 21. The body will also discuss draft bylaws, select new officers, and address committee recruiting.

• Review of Swap ‘N Drop (6/8) and Styrofoam Collection (6/22) events
• Preparation for Book Swap & TerraCycle Collection Event (9/21)
• Solid Waste Tonnage Update
• Discussion of Draft Bylaws
• School Waste Task Force

Race Equity Commission

The Salem Race Equity Commission will approve the June meeting minutes, hear public comment, and discuss follow‑up on the City Seal. Commissioners will vote on recommending that the City Council change the City Seal based on resident feedback. The meeting will include a discussion of the Race Equity Task Force report and an update on the education section, as well as a preview of the final Equity Audit report by ReadySet Co. New business will address a public resource repository and a request for police hate‑crime data.

• Approve June meeting minutes
• Vote on recommending City Council change the City Seal per resident feedback
• Discuss Race Equity Task Force report and education update by Laura Assade and Superintendent Stephen Zrike
• Preview final Equity Audit report by ReadySet Co. for August meeting
• New business: create central public resource repository and request police hate‑crime data via discrimination reporting form

School Committee

The Salem School Committee Personnel Subcommittee will meet at 5:00 p.m. on July 24, 2024 at 29 Highland Ave., Room 227. The committee will move to enter executive session to discuss strategies for collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union and will not return to open session.

• Move to enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy discussion
• Discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union
• Decision to remain in executive session (no return to open session)

Licensing Board

The Salem Licensing Board will meet on July 18, 2024, to review applications for various alcohol and entertainment licenses. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom. The board will consider transfers, seasonal permits, and one-day licenses for events.

• Transfer of All Alcohol License from Witch’s Brew Café Inc. to Derby LQ Holding LLC at 156 Deby St.
• Common Victuallers License application at 60 Washington St. for Kned Eats, Inc., d/b/a Au Gratin.
• Seasonal Wine and Malt Beverages License at Charlotte Forten Park, 289 Derby St. for The Anthem Group.
• One Day Liquor License for the Annual Polish Festival at 34 St. Peter Street for approximately 250 people.
• One Day Liquor License for the Salem Maritime Festival at the Salem Maritime National Historical Site, 160 Derby St.

City Council

The Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss two traffic ordinances. The discussion focuses on resident sticker parking and temporary October resident permit parking.

• Ordinance to amend Traffic Ch. 42, Sec. 75 regarding Resident Sticker Parking
• Ordinance to amend Traffic Ch. 42, Sec 75A regarding Temporary October Resident Permit Parking

Board of Health

The Salem Board of Health will consider and vote on appeals concerning alleged violations of Regulation #24, which restricts the sale and use of tobacco and nicotine delivery products. One appeal involves a third violation at Salem Shell, 111 North Street, and the other involves a second violation at K’s Konvenience/Mass Mini Mart, 34 Boston Street. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the June 11, 2024 session and include public health reports and chairperson communications.

• Hearing Salem Shell – 111 North Street: appeal of third violation of Regulation #24 (tobacco products)
• Hearing K’s Konvenience/Mass Mini Mart – 34 Boston Street: appeal of second violation of Regulation #24
• Approval of Board of Health meeting minutes from June 11, 2024
• Chairperson communications from Mayor Dominick Pangallo
• Public health reports (nurse, health agent, administrative, council liaison updates)

Conservation Commission

The Salem Conservation Commission will hold public hearings to determine if several proposed construction and installation projects conflict with the Wetlands Protection Act and local ordinances. The body will also discuss consultant services and certificates of compliance.

• 36 Clark Street: installation of a fence, playground, and above-ground pool
• 57 Wharf/201 Derby Street: demolition and construction of condominium structure
• 20 Amanda Way: work on a rear deck
• 20 Colonial Road: installation of EV charging stations for delivery vans
• 26 Hardy Street: expansion of a deck

School Committee

The Salem School Committee Personnel Subcommittee will hold an executive session via Zoom. The committee intends to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union.

• Executive session regarding Salem Teachers Union collective bargaining strategy

Race Equity Commission

The Commission will vote on recommending that the City Council begin the process of changing the City Seal based on resident feedback. Members will also discuss a Race Equity Task Force report and the creation of a central resource repository for the public.

• Vote to recommend City Council change the City Seal
• Requesting hate crime data from the Police Department
• Update on Education section of Race Equity Task Force report
• Discussion regarding a central repository of resources for the public
• August meeting: Presentation of final Equity Audit report by ReadySet Co.

City Council

The City Council met to consider several financial orders, including large transfers to close out fiscal year 2024 costs. The agenda includes funding for retroactive and future wages related to the Salem Police Patrolmen’s Association contract settlement.

• Transfer of $1,207,293.00 to various accounts to cover remaining FY2024 costs
• Appropriation of $350,597.04 for FY2024 retroactive police wages
• Appropriation of $339,949.12 for FY2025 police pay increases
• Appropriation of $258,695.31 for FY2025 police full-time salaries
• Bond order of $200,000 for Jefferson Avenue and Willson Street intersection improvements

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings regarding two development applications. The first involves a proposed 60-unit residential building on North Street, and the second concerns a new Popeye’s restaurant on Highland Avenue.

• Continuance of hearing for 75 North Street, 2 Commercial Street, and 3 South Mason Street for a four-story, 60-unit multi-family building
• Continuance of hearing for 250 Highland Ave and 260 Highland Ave for a 1,995 square-foot Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen with a drive-through
• Discussion regarding the format of participation for future board meetings
• Approval of draft minutes from June 20, 2024, and June 24, 2024

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review resident survey results regarding Naples Street parking regulations. The meeting also includes discussions on several resident permit parking requests and a proposal for a temporary micro-park at Pleasant Street and Bridge Street.

• Review of Naples Street parking regulation survey results
• Proposal for a temporary micro-park at Pleasant St at Bridge St, which may require making Pleasant St one-way northwest from Bridge to Webster
• Resident permit parking requests for Derby Street, Dearborn Street, Forrester Street, Palmer Street, Beach Avenue, and Blaney Street

Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council

The council will meet remotely to approve previous minutes and receive updates. The agenda includes a presentation by Salem Signature Parks Manager Michael Crounse.

• Approval of June 5, 2024 minutes
• Presentation by Michael Crounse, Salem Signature Parks Manager
• Neighborhood Association updates
• City Updates

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission is meeting to review several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. These items include window replacements, additions, and equipment installations at multiple residential and commercial properties.

• 29 Washington Square: Replace windows (continuation)
• 112 Federal Street: HVAC condenser installation (continuation)
• 38 Washington Square: Demolish garage (continuation)
• 31 Chestnut Street: EV charging station after the fact (continuation)
• 262 Lafayette Street: Replace windows (continuation)

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will review several small project requests including window replacements at 10 Derby Square and facade improvements at 34 Front Street. The meeting also includes a status update on the redevelopment of the Historic Courthouses and the Crescent Lot.

• Review of second floor window replacement at 10 Derby Square
• Review of door and window trim painting at 34 Front Street
• Review of proposed outdoor dining for The Gyro Spot at 120 Washington Street
• Review of proposed outdoor dining for Ginger at 120 Washington Street
• Project status update on the Historic Courthouses and the Crescent Lot

Affordable Housing Trust Fund

The board will review previous meeting minutes and discuss including public comment on future agendas. Staff updates include the Mayor's 2024 housing priorities, condominium conversions, and an upcoming community meeting for Shetland Park.

• Vote on including Public Comment on AHT Agendas
• Update on ARPA allocation to the Health Department
• Status update on Mayor's 2024 Housing Priorities
• Status update on Condominium Conversion
• Shetland Park Community Meeting scheduled for July 10, 2024

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will meet on July 9, 2024, at 29 Highland Ave. The committee intends to enter an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

Planning Board

The Salem Planning Board will meet via Zoom to discuss a proposed change to the city's zoning laws. The board is scheduled to discuss and vote on a recommendation to the City Council regarding a Zoning Ordinance Amendment for business neighborhood zoning.

• Recommendation to City Council on Zoning Ordinance Amendment relative to business neighborhood zoning

Scholarship & Education Committee

The Salem Scholarship & Education Committee will meet remotely on July 8, 2024. Members will approve June minutes, receive a financial update, review three scholarship applications under consideration, and discuss an official public scholarship announcement. Public participation is restricted to Zoom per Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2022.

• Review responses from three applications under consideration
• Discuss official public scholarship announcement
• Approve June 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Receive financial update

Salem Harbor Port Authority

The Salem Harbor Port Authority scheduled a remote session for July 6, 2024, but has canceled it due to a lack of agenda items. The notice confirms that no official business or public hearings will take place during this session.

• Meeting canceled; no substantive agenda items or votes scheduled.

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet via Zoom to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union. This meeting is scheduled as an executive session and will not return to open session.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss various bicycling infrastructure and initiatives. Discussion topics include bike parking ordinances, bikeshare data, and the Salem Bike Bus. The committee will also receive updates on South Salem Train Stop planning and the Safe Streets for All Action Plan Task Force.

• Bike Parking Ordinance discussion
• Bikeshare Data and Program Updates
• Salem Bike Bus Update
• South Salem Train Stop Planning & Design update
• Safe Streets for All Action Plan Task Force update

City Council

The City Council Committee on Community and Economic Development will meet to discuss an existing outdoor dining agreement. The discussion concerns Bambolina's use of 440 square feet of city property.

• Outdoor dining agreement with Bambolina for 440 s.f. of city property

Salem Human Rights Coalition

The coalition will hold an online meeting to receive reports from the Chair, Clerk, Treasurer, and subcommittees. The agenda includes a review of by-law amendments and a presentation on the Salem Housing Roadmap.

• Review and ratification of By-Laws amendments
• Presentation by Elena Eimert on the Salem Housing Roadmap

City Council

The Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs will discuss several ordinances regarding traffic and parking. The discussion includes amendments to resident permit parking and October resident permit parking regulations. The committee will also review an ordinance regarding reserved roof top parking spaces for temporary passholders.

• Ordinance amendment: Ch. 42 Sec. 75 Parking prohibitions towing zones (resident permit parking)
• Ordinance amendment: Ch. 42 Sec. 75A Parking prohibitions towing zones (October resident permit parking)
• Ordinance: Traffic Sec. 75A Article V-A reserved roof top parking spaces for temporary passholders

Salem Food Policy Council

The Salem Food Policy Council will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct a debriefing of the Longest Table event. The council will also address subcommittee chair selection, scheduling, and work plans.

• Approval of June 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Longest Table event debriefing
• Subcommittee chair selection and work plans

City Council

The City Council met to consider several ordinances and appointments. Items included a request for extended hours at a McDonald's, a noise control ordinance regarding the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall, and a home rule petition for a liquor license conversion.

• Public hearing for McDonald's at 1 Traders Way regarding extended drive-thru and delivery hours
• Reappointment of Donald Bates to the Registrars of Voters
• Appointment of Robin Panzer, Cristine Gladly, and Ian McCelestine to the Salem Cultural Council
• Acceptance of a $1,204.00 donation for Collins Cove Pickleball events
• Ordinance regarding noise control on the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall

Salem Cultural Council

The Salem Cultural Council will conduct a remote meeting to vote on prior meeting minutes and announce nominations. The council will also discuss knowledge transfer and remaining tasks for outgoing members.

• Vote on May 2024 meeting minutes
• Announcement of nominations and subsequent vote
• Discussion regarding knowledge transfer and open tasks for outgoing members

Salem Harbor Port Authority

The Salem Harbor Port Authority will hold a special meeting via remote participation. The agenda includes port updates, a report from the Harbormaster, and approval of minutes.

• Harbormaster Report
• Approval of Minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review several development projects across Salem. Discussions include a multi-family building on North Street and a renovation project on Lafayette Street.

• 41 Lafayette Street: Outdoor dining proposal for Barrio
• 10 Derby Square: Proposed replacement of second floor windows
• 75 North Street: 60-unit multi-family residential building review
• 275 Lafayette Street: Renovation and new three-story building development

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet via remote participation to review several art proposals and conduct budget planning. The agenda includes a review of the Salem High School Honors Society ArtBox proposal and a new artist review for ChagallPAC.

• Salem High School Honors Society ArtBox Proposal Review
• ChagallPAC New Artist Review
• FY25 Budget Planning: goals, objectives, programming, and funding allocations
• Approval of May 21, 2024 Special Meeting Minutes

City Council

The City Council Committee on Administration and Finance and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss two tax incentive agreements. The discussion involves authorizing the Mayor to execute agreements with The Residences on Canal Street, LLP and Juniper Point, LLC.

• Tax Increment Exemption Agreement for The Residences on Canal Street, LLP
• Tax Increment Exemption Agreement for Juniper Point, LLC

City Council

The City Council and Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing regarding proposed changes to the zoning ordinance. The discussion focuses on amending Section 3.1 Table of Principal & Accessory Use Regulations for the B1 zoning district.

• Amendment to allow Commercial recreation in B1 districts
• Amendment to allow Indoor Restaurant with service of alcoholic beverages in B1 districts
• Update to retail text to include grocery stores in B1 districts
• Amendment to allow Family day care, small as an accessory use in B1 districts
• Amendment to allow Home occupation as an accessory use in B1 districts

Planning Board

The City Council and Planning Board held a joint public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend the B1 zoning district. The proposal seeks to remove special permit requirements for grocery stores and small family day cares while allowing commercial recreation, restaurants with alcohol service, and home occupations via special permit.

• Ordinance to amend business neighborhood (B1) zoning regulations
• Proposal to allow grocery stores without a special permit in B1 districts
• Proposal to allow small family day care as an accessory use in B1 districts
• Proposal to allow commercial recreation and restaurants with alcohol service via special permit in B1 districts
• Proposal to allow home occupation as an accessory use via special permit in B1 districts

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will meet in executive session on June 24, 2024. The committee intends to discuss strategies regarding collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union.

• Executive session discussion of collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

School Committee

The Policy Subcommittee will meet online via Zoom to discuss administrative policies. The agenda focuses on a review of Administration Policies in the 2000s series.

• Review of Administration Policies (2000s)

Race Equity Commission

The Race Equity Commission will meet to discuss a presentation regarding the City Seal and receive an update on graffiti crime from Police Chief Lucas Miller. The meeting also includes discussions on discrimination reporting forms, the Safe Streets for All Action Plan, and the Race Equity Task Force report.

• Presentation and discussion regarding the City Seal
• Police Chief update on graffiti crime from the week of May 27th
• Discussion on an actionable Discrimination Reporting Form
• Safe Streets for All Action Plan participation request
• Update on Race Equity Task Force report education section

City Council

The Salem City Council Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs will meet to discuss amendments to the city Zoning Ordinance. The agenda lists proposed changes that would create a new Costal Resiliency Overlay District and update regulations for the Flood Hazard Overlay District. These zoning adjustments would change land use rules for properties in designated coastal and flood-prone areas.

• Adding section 8.9- Costal Resiliency Overlay District (C_ROD) to the Zoning Ordinance
• Amending section 8.1 relative to Flood Hazard Overlay District (FHOD)
• Updating section 2.-2 Districts by adding a new district Costal Resiliency Overlay District (C-ROD)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct continued public hearings regarding two development applications. The first involves a proposed Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen at 250 and 260 Highland Avenue, and the second concerns a four-story residential building at 75 North Street, 2 Commercial Street, and 3 South Mason Street.

• Continuance of public hearing for Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen at 250 and 260 Highland Avenue
• Site plan review and special permit request for a 1,995 square-foot restaurant with drive-through at 250/260 Highland Ave
• Continuance of public hearing for a 60-unit multi-family residential building at 75 North Street, 2 Commercial Street, and 3 South Mason Street
• Site plan review and special permits for a four-story building with ground floor commercial use and parking garage at 75 North Street, 2 Commercial Street, and 3 South Mason Street

Registrars of Voters

The Board of Registrars will host an in-person meeting for a question and answer period. The session focuses on elections and the various procedures involved in the process.

• Question and answer period on election processes and procedures

Historical Commission

The commission will meet to review various applications for property changes, including roof shingles, signage, and chimney reconstruction. The agenda includes a request for a demolition delay waiver and a review of construction details.

• 194 Federal Street: Certificate of Appropriateness for architectural roof shingles
• 112 Federal Street: Certificate of Appropriateness for AC condenser installation (continuation)
• 27 Herbert Street: Certificate of Appropriateness to replace electric meter
• 6 River Street: Certificate of Appropriateness to reconstruct chimney
• 115 Derby Street: Certificate of Appropriateness for signage replacement and site changes

Board of Public Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet via remote participation to discuss library use, finances, and building updates. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the fountain.

• Approval of April 18, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of library use
• Financial review
• Building update
• Fountain discussion

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet via remote participation on June 26, 2024. The agenda includes a request for an amendment to the approved outdoor dining area at Bambolina's located at 288 Derby Street.

• 288 Derby Street: Amendment to Bambolina’s approved outdoor dining area for the construction of a temporary pergola

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review several visitor requests for upcoming community events at various city parks and the Salem Common. The body will also discuss and vote on a proposal to return to in-person meetings only.

• Haunted Biz Baz at Salem Common (October 5-6)
• Haunted Happenings Grand Parade at Salem Common Gazebo (October 3)
• 2024 Food Court at Salem Common (October 1-31)
• Markets on the Common (September and October dates)
• North Shore Senior Citizen Barbeque at Willows (June 22)

School Committee

The Salem School Committee Personnel Subcommittee will meet online at 7:45 a.m. on June 18, 2024. The sole agenda item is to enter an executive (closed) session to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union. The subcommittee intends not to return to open session following this discussion.

• Enter executive session for closed-door discussions on collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding backyard pool installations and a condominium demolition/construction project. The agenda also includes requests for certificates of compliance, barn location changes, and funding for on-call agent services.

• Public Hearing: Demolition and construction at 87 Wharf/201 Derby Street (Applicant requested to continue to July 16, 2024)
• Public Hearing: Installation of a 16’ by 32’ in-ground pool at 16 Amanda Way
• Public Hearing: Installation of a fence, playground, and above-ground pool at 36 Clark Street
• Request to extend amended order of conditions for Gateway Center #64-498
• Updated request for funding for On-Call Conservation Agent Services

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet via Zoom to conduct a review of several outdoor dining applications. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the May 2024 meeting.

• Outdoor Dining Application Review: Bella Verona
• Outdoor Dining Application Review: Gyro Spot
• Outdoor Dining Application Review: Hotel Salem
• Outdoor Dining Application Review: Poyraz Grill Kitchen (Paprika Grill)
• Outdoor Dining Application Review: Rockafellas

School Committee

The School Committee will review the Superintendent's report regarding class rank discussions and updates on summer work projects. The meeting also includes the approval of various warrants and a request to approve a Salem High School golf team trip.

• Warrant approval: $549,282.18 (6/6/24)
• Warrant approval: $711,762.69 (6/13/24)
• Salem High School Golf Team trip to Walt Disney World (8/15/24-8/20/24)
• Budget transfers totaling $153,978.70

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will discuss several programs including the Greening the Gateway Cities Program and the Century Tree Program. The commission will also discuss a potential purchase of an AirSpade Pneumatic Soil Excavation tool for tree steward activities.

• Greening the Gateway Cities Program discussion
• Century Tree Program location list creation
• Discussion regarding purchase of AirSpade Pneumatic Soil Excavation tool
• Approval of May 20, 2024, meeting minutes

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will discuss several programs including the Greening the Gateway Cities Program and the Century Tree Program. The commission will also discuss the purchase of an AirSpade Pneumatic Soil Excavation tool for Tree Steward activities.

• Greening the Gateway Cities Program discussion
• Century Tree Program location list creation
• Discussion regarding purchase of AirSpade Pneumatic Soil Excavation tool
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Trust Fund Commissioners

The Board will review general requests from the Salem Council on Aging and other bills. The meeting includes a discussion and potential approvals regarding a large grant, as well as presentations by the Salem Jazz Band and Children’s Friend.

• Large Grant Discussion & Approvals
• Salem Jazz Band presentation
• Children’s Friend presentation
• Salem Council on Aging routine and emergency requests

City Council

The Salem City Council is reviewing several appointments and financial requests from the Mayor. Key items include a tax increment exemption for a 250-unit housing development on Canal Street and various fund appropriations for school, police, and fire services.

• Tax increment exemption for The Residences on Canal Street, LLP for 250 housing units
• Appropriation of $21,984.40 for Karyn Reardon's vacation/sick leave buyback
• Appropriation of $20,000.00 for a used reserve fire pump purchase
• Appropriation of $9,900.00 for an external audit of police department evidence holdings
• Appropriation of $4,591.78 to pay outstanding Fiscal Year 2023 ServPro invoices

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet via Zoom to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union. The committee intends to enter into an executive session for this discussion and will not return to open session.

• Discussion of collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

City Council

The City Council Committee on Administration and Finance and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss Department Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets. The discussion includes various Capital Improvement Plan projects and bond orders.

• FY25 General Fund Capital Bond Order
• FY25 Water/Sewer Bond
• Short-Term CIP Appropriations
• Health Department budget discussion
• Annual Revolving Funds Approval

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several petitions for residential variances and special permits. The board will also discuss and vote on proposed revisions to the ZBA fee schedule.

• Variance for two single-family dwellings at 50 Circle Hill Road
• Special Permit for a one-story addition at 6 West Terrace
• Special Permit for a 192 square foot addition at 11 March Street
• Special Permit for a 15’ x 24.2’ rear addition at 7 Vista Avenue
• Special Permit and variance to convert a five-family home to a six-family dwelling at 16 Loring Avenue

Council on Aging Board

The Salem Council on Aging Board will hold its regular monthly meeting at the Levesque Community Life Center. The agenda includes reviews of senior day services, kitchen updates, and senior housing.

• Review of Senior Day
• Kitchen update
• Metrobridge update
• Senior housing update
• Friends of the COA report

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will review several project updates including construction drawings for 30 Federal Street and brickwork at 1-7 Central Street. The meeting also includes reviews of proposed outdoor dining for Barrio, The Gyro Spot, and Bambolina.

• Review of Phase 1 construction drawings for 30 Federal Street
• Small Project Review for brick wall removal and rebuild at 1-7 Central Street
• Proposal for temporary public area at 137 Essex Street
• Outdoor dining review for Barrio at 41 Lafayette Street
• Outdoor dining review for The Gyro Spot at 120 Washington Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review three appeals regarding violations of Regulation #24, which restricts the sale and use of tobacco and nicotine products. The board is expected to vote on these matters during the meeting.

• Hearing: K’s Konvenience/ Mass Mini Mart (34 Boston Street) appeal of second tobacco regulation violation
• Hearing: Salem Shell (200 Canal Street) appeal of third tobacco regulation violation
• Hearing: Salem Shell (111 North Street) appeal of third tobacco regulation violation

City Council

The City Council Committee on Administration and Finance and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss departmental fiscal year 2025 operating budgets. The discussion also includes Capital Improvement Plan Projects.

• Veterans department budget
• Finance department budget including Collector, Assessor, and Purchasing
• Treasurer administration, debt, assessments, and pensions
• Capital Improvement Plans

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will review cemetery operations, interment fee schedules, and the Dickson west side chapel slope expansion. The meeting also includes updates on the Burke lot survey and discussions regarding trust fund budgets.

• Discussion of cemetery interment fee schedules
• Dickson west side chapel slope expansion project update
• Burke lot survey and future grave layout
• Discussion of headstone standards for Greenlawn Cemetery
• Trust fund budget and impact discussions

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will review previous minutes and discuss ongoing projects. The agenda includes updates on a window box competition, traffic island sponsorships, and monthly cleanups.

• Committee logo discussion
• Window Box Competition update
• Traffic Island Sponsorship update
• Monthly Cleanups report
• Veterans Memorial on Jackson Street discussion

Licensing Board

The board will consider several one-day liquor license applications for local events, markets, and fundraisers. The agenda also includes ownership changes, a common victuallers license application, and proposed updates to police detail requirements.

• Ban on the sale of nip bottles continued to September 9, 2024
• One Day Liquor License for AOA Studios at Salem Willows Shell on August 3, 2024
• One Day Liquor License for Far From the Tree at Derby Square for Thursdays through October 10, 2024
• One Day Liquor License for George Cary/Sea Level at 90-94 Wharf St. on July 4, 2024
• One Day Liquor License for Ellen Berry/The House of the Seven Gables on July 27, 2024

City Council

The City Council Committee on Administration and Finance and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss departmental budgets for Fiscal Year 2025. The discussion includes Capital Improvement Plan Projects and specific departments subject to change.

• Council on Aging budget discussion
• Park, Rec & Community Services budget discussion (including Administration, Golf Course, Witch House, Pioneer Village, and Winter Island)
• Capital Improvement Plans discussion

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet via Zoom to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union. The committee intends to enter into an executive session for this discussion and will not return to open session.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider amendments to flood hazard and coastal resiliency overlay districts. The board is also holding continued public hearings for a proposed Popeye’s restaurant on Highland Avenue and a 60-unit residential building near North Street.

• Amendment to replace Section 8.1, Flood Hazard Overlay District language
• Amendment to add Coastal Resiliency Overlay District (C-ROD) to Section 2.2
• Public hearing continuance for Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen at 250 and 260 Highland Ave
• Public hearing continuance for a 60-unit multi-family building at 75 North Street, 2 Commercial Street, and 3 South Mason Street
• Vote on a revised Planning Board Fee Schedule

Salem Harbor Port Authority

The meeting of the Salem Harbor Port Authority scheduled for June 6, 2024, has been canceled. This notice serves as a formal cancellation of the remote participation session.

Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council

The council will review April 17, 2024 minutes and receive updates from neighborhood associations and the city. Virginia Cherol, the Salem 400+ Coordinator, is scheduled as a special guest.

• Approval of April 17, 2024 minutes
• Special Guest: Virginia Cherol – Salem 400+ Coordinator
• Neighborhood Association updates
• City Updates

Historical Commission

The commission will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior work including window replacements, roof repairs, and electrical installations. The meeting also includes a vote to reappoint a representative to the Community Preservation Committee.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: 24 St. Peter’s Street chapel door replacement
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 29 Washington Square North window replacement (continuation)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 38 Washington Square garage demolition (continuation)
• Certificate of Hardship: 7 Hamilton Street slate roof replacement
• Vote to reappoint Rebecca English to the Community Preservation Committee through July 7, 2027

Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for June 5, 2024, at the City Hall Annex has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum.

City Council

The Committee on Administration and Finance and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets. The discussion includes Capital Improvement Plans for several city departments.

• Public Services operating budgets (Admin., Snow & Ice, Enterprise Funds, Water and Sewer)
• Engineering operating budgets (Admin., Enterprise Funds, Water, Sewer, Trash and Recycling)
• Capital Improvement Plans

Salem Human Rights Coalition

The coalition will conduct a remote meeting via Zoom to discuss various reports and business items. The agenda includes reviews of by-laws amendments and discussion regarding event participation.

• Review and ratification of By-Laws amendments
• Discussion of event participation for Walk for HAWC and Pride
• Reports from the Chair, Clerk, Treasurer, and Subcommittees

Zero Waste Salem

The SalemRecycles Committee will review past events and prepare for upcoming community programs. The committee will also discuss solid waste tonnage, school waste diversion, and draft bylaws.

• Approval of May 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Review of Living Green Expo and Repair Café & TerraCycle Collection Event
• Preparation for Swap ‘N Drop Event (6/8) and Styrofoam Collection Event (6/22)
• Solid Waste Tonnage Update
• Discussion of Draft Bylaws

Affordable Housing Trust Fund

The Board will discuss including public comment on future agendas and receive an update regarding ARPA allocations to the Health Department. The meeting also includes a treasurer election and updates on housing priorities and Salem projects.

• Vote on including Public Comment on AHT Agendas
• Update on AHT’s ARPA allocation to the Health Department
• Election of Treasurer
• Status update on Mayor’s 2024 Housing Priorities
• Update from North Shore Community Development Coalition regarding Salem projects

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet online via Zoom on June 4, 2024. The committee intends to enter an executive session to discuss strategies for collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

City Council

The Committee on Administration and Finance and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets and Capital Improvement Plans. The discussion includes several city departments, though specific department lists are subject to change.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets for Sustainability
• Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets for Planning
• Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets for Conservation Commission
• Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets for Planning Board
• Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets for Market and Tourism and Historical Commission

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to discuss the school physician contract, the 2024-2025 meeting schedule, and a Salem High School JROTC field trip. The agenda also includes approval of warrants totaling $806,121.70 and a Saltonstall School field trip.

• Approval of warrants: $531,358.58 (5/23/24) and $274,763.12 (5/30/24)
• Saltonstall School field trip to Canobie Lake Park on 6/13/24
• Salem High School JROTC field trip to Stafford, NH (6/20/24 - 6/22/24)
• Deliberation and vote on the school physician contract
• Deliberation and vote on 2024-2025 School Committee meetings schedule

Salem Food Policy Council

The Salem Food for All council will review city and City Council liaison updates. The meeting includes discussions regarding the MDAR Grant, including logo updates and event materials. Members will also select a Subcommittee Chair and a Council Vice-Chair.

• MDAR Grant: Logo update
• MDAR Grant: Website and event materials
• MDAR Grant: Longest Table event
• Selection of Subcommittee Chair
• Selection of Council Vice-Chair

City Council

The Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs and the Committee of the Whole will discuss changes to parking regulations. The discussion focuses on amending ordinances regarding Resident Sticker Parking and Temporary Resident Sticker Parking in October.

• Amendment to Ch. 42 Sec. 75 regarding Resident permit parking
• Amendment to Ch. 42 Sec. 75A regarding October resident parking

Transportation Commission

The Traffic & Parking Commission will review recommendations regarding reserved spaces at the Museum Place Garage. Staff will also present research on tour bus parking fees and a proposed order for weekend on-street parking rates on Washington Street during October.

• Reserved Roof Spaces at Museum Place Garage: discussion of extending reservation periods to mid-September and associated fees
• Tour Bus Parking Fees: presentation of research regarding potential charges for tour bus parking in Salem
• October Order Recommendations: review of proposed on-street parking rates on Washington Street from Essex Street to Federal Street during October weekends

City Council

The Committee on Administration and Finance and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss proposed fiscal year 2025 operating budgets. The discussion includes several city departments and their respective capital improvement plans.

• Electrical department budget and capital plans
• Public Property/Building/Gas/Plumbing budget and capital plans
• Traffic & Parking budget and capital plans

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will hold a meeting on May 29, 2024. The agenda includes a motion to enter an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

Licensing Board

The board is reviewing several applications for one-day liquor licenses for events at various locations. The agenda also includes fortune telling licenses, a business status discussion, and requests to extend premises for outdoor dining.

• One Day Liquor License: Couch Dog Brewing at 76 Lafayette Street (June 29)
• One Day Liquor License: Food Truck Festivals of America at Salem Common (Sept 21-22)
• One Day Liquor License: Jillian Tito & Josh Huff at 115 Derby Street (June 22)
• One Day Liquor License: NS CDC at 96 Lafayette Street (June 13)
• One Day Liquor License: AOA Studios, Kevin Farrar at Salem Willows Shell (August 3)

City Council

The Committee on Administration and Finance and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss upcoming fiscal year budgets. The discussion includes operating budgets and Capital Improvement Plans for several city departments.

• City Clerk operating budget and capital plan
• City Council operating budget and capital plan
• Elections & Registration operating budget and capital plan
• Salem Public Schools operating budget and capital plan

Salem Cultural Council

The Salem Cultural Council will meet via remote participation to conduct administrative business. The agenda includes a vote on previous meeting minutes and a call for nominations for council leadership positions.

• Vote on April 2024 meeting minutes
• Call for nominations for Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary
• Discussion of plans for possible Grant Awardees event and cultural events calendar

City Council

The City Council will review several fund transfers for cemetery operations, golf course maintenance, and park repairs. The agenda also includes the reappointment of two members to the Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Reappointment of Johnel Roberts and Deborah Amaral to the Parks and Recreation Commission
• $17,500 transfer to Department of Public Services Burial Account for Greenlawn cemetery operations
• $14,173 transfer for Olde Salem Greens clubhouse carpet tiles and support column repairs
• $9,430 appropriation for gangway and float system repairs at Charlotte Forten Park
• $8,862 transfer for golf cart rentals to extend the contract through June

School Committee

The Salem School Committee Personnel Subcommittee is scheduled to meet online on May 22, 2024. The agenda includes a motion to enter executive session to discuss strategies for collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union.

• Motion to enter executive session regarding collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider several proposals for outdoor dining and signage within the Urban Renewal Area. The board will also continue its review of a four-story residential development at 75 North Street.

• Design review of a 60-unit multi-family residential building at 75 North Street
• Review of outdoor dining proposals for locations including Hotel Salem and Gulu-Gulu Café
• Proposed signage changes at 137 Essex Street and 32 Church Street
• Brick wall removal and chimney repair at 17 Central Street
• Design review for a new entry door and railing at 30 Federal Street

Public Art Commission

The commission will review meeting minutes from April and May 2024. The agenda includes preliminary planning for the FY25 budget and updates on several community art projects.

• Approval of April 16 and May 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• Lesley University Student Design Project update
• ArtBox final design review
• Salem Arts Fest Community Art Project update
• FY25 budget preliminary planning discussion

City Council

The Committee on Administration and Finance and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss upcoming fiscal year budgets. The discussion includes operating budgets and Capital Improvement Plans for several public safety departments.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets for Harbormaster, Fire, and Police
• Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Plans for Public Safety departments

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review numerous requests for community events at the Salem Common and Willows. Additionally, members will discuss a beech tree removal at the Willows and receive an update on the Lower Gallows project and Mansell playground design.

• Review of event permits including graduation parties, festivals, and movie series
• Discussion regarding Willows beech tree removal
• Update on Lower Gallows project and Mansell playground design
• Approval of April 16, 2024, meeting minutes

Affordable Housing Trust Fund

The Salem Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will hold a special meeting on May 21, 2024. The board is scheduled to conduct an application review and award funding for the ARPA Grant Program.

• ARPA Grant Program – Application Review and Award Funding

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding seawall and revetment repairs at 115 Derby Street. The meeting also includes reviews of tree removal at 90 Webb Street and a revised deck plan at 0 Story Street. Additionally, the commission will discuss non-compliance updates and a funding request from Greenscapes North Shore Coalition.

• Public hearing for seawall repairs at 115 Derby St.
• Tree removal request at 90 Webb St.
• Revised deck plan approval for 0 Story St.
• Non-compliance updates for 445 Loring Ave and 36 Clark St.
• Annual funding request from Greenscapes North Shore Coalition

City Council

The City Council Committee on Community and Economic Development and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss three proposed amendments to Public Guide ordinances. The discussion includes changes to application requirements, badges, prohibitions, revocation, fee schedules, and penalties for violations.

• Amendment to Ch. 40 regarding application requirements, badges, prohibitions, and revocation
• Amendment to Ch. 14 regarding the Public Guide fee schedule
• Amendment to Ch. 1 regarding penalties for Public Guide license violations

School Committee

The School Committee will review end-of-year budget transfers and several proposed field trips for the Salem High School JROTC program. The meeting also includes a report from the Superintendent regarding school configuration and confirming the final day of school for various grade levels.

• Approval of warrants: $281,544.06 (5/9/24) and $1,124,159.72 (5/16/24)
• JROTC field trip to Schreiner University/Drill Camp in Kerrville, TX (6/23/24-6/29/24)
• JROTC field trip to Randolph Macon Academy/Senior Leadership Camp 1 in Fort Royal, VA (7/13/24-7/19/24)
• JROTC field trip to Randolph Macon Academy/Senior Leadership Camp 2 in Fort Royal, VA (7/16/24-7/22/24)
• JROTC field trip to Camp Outdoor Odyssey in Boswell, PA (7/21/24-7/27/24)

Tree Commission

The commission will review reports from the Department of Public Services and discuss the Greening the Gateway Cities Program. The agenda also includes a summary of Earth Day and Arbor Day 2024 and planning for Tree Steward activities.

• Greening the Gateway Cities Program update
• Report on Century Tree #16 planted at Essex Law Library lawn
• Summary of Earth Day and Arbor Day, 2024
• Planning for Tree Steward activities
• Approval of March 18, 2024 minutes

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will meet via remote participation to discuss various city tree programs and activities. The agenda includes reports from the Department of Public Services and a discussion regarding Tree Steward activities.

• Report on Greening the Gateway Cities Program
• Summary of Earth Day and Arbor Day, 2024
• Century Tree #16 planted at Essex Law Library lawn
• Discussion on planning for Tree Steward activities
• Approval of March 18, 2024, meeting minutes

Scholarship & Education Committee

The Salem Scholarship & Education Committee meeting scheduled for May 20, 2024, was cancelled. No business was conducted or decided during this session.

School Committee

The Salem School Committee Personnel Subcommittee will meet via Zoom. The agenda includes a motion to enter executive session to discuss strategies for collective bargaining with the Salem Teachers Union.

• Motion to enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from the Department of Planning and Community Development. The presentation covers Smart Growth Zoning Overlay Districts and the Housing Development Incentive Program.

• Presentation regarding Smart Growth Zoning Overlay Districts (MGL Ch.40R)
• Presentation regarding the Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP)

Planning Board

The Salem Planning Board will hold public hearings on three development applications that require zoning and site plan approvals. One proposal seeks approval for a four-story, 60-unit residential building at 75 North Street with new parking and open space. A second item considers a boat storage shed at 23 Glendale Street. A third hearing covers plans for a Popeye’s restaurant with a drive-through at 250 and 260 Highland Avenue, which includes proposed curb cut adjustments.

• Public hearing for a four-story, 60-unit residential building at 75 North Street requiring site plan review and special permits
• Continuation of a public hearing to construct a 17,100-square-foot boat storage shed at 23 Glendale Street
• Public hearing for a 1,995-square-foot Popeye’s restaurant with a drive-through at 250 and 260 Highland Avenue
• Request to waive the 200-foot curb cut distance requirement for the Highland Avenue restaurant site

School Committee

The Salem School Committee Curriculum Subcommittee meeting was scheduled to take place online via Zoom. This meeting has been cancelled.

Salem Harbor Port Authority

The Salem Harbor Port Authority will hold a special meeting via remote participation on May 16, 2024. The agenda includes port and legislation updates along with a report from the Harbormaster. No specific projects or contracts are detailed in this notice.

• Port updates
• Port legislation update
• Harbormaster report

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a variance request for two single-family dwellings at 50 Circle Hill Road. The board will also address extension requests for variances and a special permit.

• Variance request for two single-family dwellings at 50 Circle Hill Road
• Extension request for variances at 266, 282, 286, and 282R Canal Street and 2 Kimball Road
• Extension request for a special permit at 6 Lathrop Street

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission reviews applications for exterior modifications, demolitions, and preservation changes on properties within historic districts, which determines what homeowners can legally alter on their structures. Several requests have already received certificates without abutter objections, while others are continuations from prior meetings. The commission will also vote to reschedule its June 19 meeting due to a holiday.

• Review of porch enclosure window details at 186 Federal Street
• Continuation of demolition delay waiver request for a roof replacement at 3 Smith Street
• Continuations on window and composite siding replacements at 29 Washington Square North and 8 Gifford Court
• Emergency consideration for an exterior electric meter replacement at 19 Broad Street
• Vote to reschedule the June 19, 2024 meeting due to a holiday

Council on Aging Board

The Salem Council on Aging Board will hold its regular monthly meeting to review previous minutes and discuss ongoing programs. The agenda includes updates on senior day, kitchen services, Metrobridge, and senior housing.

• Approval of the April 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Senior Day update
• Kitchen update
• Metrobridge update
• Senior housing update

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to review several outdoor dining applications. The agenda also includes a funding request for Salem Willows Phase II Planning Department.

• Outdoor Dining Application Review: Barrio Taco, Bella Verona, Brother's Taverna, Flying Saucer, Gulu-Gulu Cafe, Hotel Salem, Howling Wolf Taqueria, Poyraz Gill Kitchen, Rockafellas, Thai Hut, and Village Tavern
• Request for funding – Salem Willows Phase II Planning Department

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review the April 9, 2024, meeting minutes and hear a request regarding a health department decision. The discussion involves short term medical stays at 2 Cabot Street, for which a vote is anticipated.

• Request to be heard relative to health department decision regarding short term medical stays at 2 Cabot Street

Beautification Committee

The committee will discuss community beautification projects, including updates on traffic island sponsors and a window box competition. Members are scheduled to vote on the quantity of Lafayette Park sponsorships. Sub-committee reports for monthly cleanups and Lady of Salem will also be presented.

• Vote on Lafayette Park Sponsorship quantity
• Committee Logo Redesign update
• Traffic Island Sponsor Update
• Window Box Competition Update
• Monthly Cleanups report

Licensing Board

The Board is considering several license applications including seasonal wine and malt licenses, one-day event permits, and fortunetelling licenses. It will also hold a continued public hearing regarding alcohol container size regulations.

• Blanket license for annual Farmer’s Market at Derby Square and Artist Row
• One Day Liquor License for Salem Jazz and Soul Fest at Salem Willows Shell
• One Day Liquor License for Alumni Food Truck Event at 352 Lafayette Street
• Alteration of Premise to add 320 square feet of outdoor patio for Koto Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar
• Public hearing on prohibiting off-premise alcohol sales in containers smaller than 100 ml

City Council

The Salem City Council Committee on Administration and Finance will discuss Fiscal Year 2025 operating budgets and capital improvement plans for several municipal departments. The agenda covers funding allocations for the Mayor’s office, legal services, human resources, IT/GIS, and the public library. These budget discussions establish spending levels for city operations and infrastructure projects that deliver daily services to Salem residents.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2025 operating budgets for executive offices, legal, HR, IT/GIS, and the Library
• Review of Capital Improvement Plans for city operations
• No specific dollar amounts, contract awards, or ordinance changes are listed in this agenda notice

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will meet on May 13, 2024, to enter an executive session. The committee intends to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union. This meeting will not return to open session.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

Scholarship & Education Committee

The Scholarship & Education Committee will provide a financial update and approve minutes from the April 29, 2024 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to conduct an initial review of scholarship applications.

• Vote on Education Fund Applications
• Initial review of Scholarship Applications
• Financial update
• Approval of April 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Trust Fund Commissioners

The Board will review general requests from the Salem Council on Aging and other bills. The agenda also includes a review of an Eastern Bank increase and large grant presentations.

• Salem Council on Aging routine and emergency requests
• Review of Eastern Bank increase
• Large Grant Presentations

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the Mayor’s proposed $204,106,637 Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The proposal includes a 4.1% increase over the previous year, driven largely by rising fixed costs such as health insurance. The Council is also considering the reappointment of Liza Ruano-Lucy to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board.

• Proposed FY2025 City budget of $204,106,637
• Reappointment of Liza Ruano-Lucy to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
• Proposed increase in health insurance costs by $1,655,721
• Proposal for four new full-time and two new part-time City positions

Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council

The council will approve the April 17, 2024 minutes and hear from Virginia Cherol, the Salem 400+ Coordinator. The agenda also includes updates from neighborhood associations and the city.

• Approval of April 17, 2024 minutes
• Presentation by Virginia Cherol, Salem 400+ Coordinator
• Neighborhood Association updates
• City Updates

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet via Zoom to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union. The committee has requested to enter an executive session for this discussion without returning to open session.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

Salem Redevelopment Authority

The authority will review several applications for outdoor dining at locations including East India Square and Essex Street. The agenda also includes design reviews for urban renewal projects on Federal Street and Crombie Street. Additionally, members will receive an update on the redevelopment of the Historic Courthouses and Crescent Lot.

• Outdoor dining proposals for Village Tavern, Red Line Café, and Thai Place
• Façade changes to 9 Crombie Street
• Exterior design review for 32 Federal Street
• Project phasing and design review for 30 Federal Street
• Fence installation at Washington Street and Essex Street

Salem Human Rights Coalition

The Salem Human Rights Coalition will meet via Zoom to hear reports from coalition officers and subcommittees. The agenda includes new business regarding nominations and a presentation by the Neighborhood Stability Coordinator.

• Nominations for new business
• Presentation by Lori Stewart, Neighborhood Stability Coordinator
• Reports from the Chair, Clerk, and Treasurer

Zero Waste Salem

The SalemRecycles Committee will review preparations for several upcoming collection and expo events. The meeting also includes discussions regarding updates to the New Resident’s Guide and draft agreements.

• Preparation for Living Green Expo (5/11)
• Preparation for Repair Café & TerraCycle Collection Event (5/18)
• Preparation for Swap ‘N Drop Event (6/8)
• Preparation for Styrofoam Collection Event (6/22)
• Update on New Resident’s Guide

Affordable Housing Trust Fund

The board will review applications for the ARPA Grant Program and receive a status update on the Mayor's 2024 Housing Priorities. The meeting also includes a discussion of upcoming procedural changes.

• ARPA Grant Program application review
• Mayor’s 2024 Housing Priorities status update
• Discussion of upcoming procedural changes

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet to approve minutes from March and April 2024. The committee is scheduled to vote on the FY25 budget recommendation and review several FY24 funding applications for local preservation projects.

• Vote to recommend FY25 Budget
• Development and vote for FY24 funding applications
• Salem Willows Phase II – City of Salem
• Old Town Hall Restoration – City of Salem
• Elevator Upgrade 5 Barton Square/140 Washington Street - Salem Housing Authority

Public Art Commission

The Salem Public Art Commission will hold a special meeting via remote participation. The commission plans to conduct a fiscal year end budget wrap-up and allocate remaining funding.

• Fiscal year end budget wrap-up and allocation of remaining funding

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to vote on the recommended last day of school and approve various warrants. The agenda includes a report on grade and school configuration and several policy second readings.

• Approval of warrants totaling $961,557.68
• Salem High School field trip to SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, GA (6/24/24 - 6/29/24)
• Vote on the superintendent's recommendation for the last day of school
• Second reading of Policy 2110 (Administrative Reports)
• Second reading of Policy 2200 (Administrative Personnel Positions)

Salem Food Policy Council

The Salem Food Policy Council will discuss a potential zoning ordinance amendment regarding supermarkets in several commercial districts. The council will also review MDAR Grant updates and select new subcommittee and vice-chair leadership.

• Potential zoning ordinance amendment allowing supermarkets in B1, B4, B5, I, BPD, and NRCC districts
• MDAR Grant updates regarding logo, website design, and the Longest Table event
• Selection of Subcommittee Chair
• Selection of Council Vice-Chair

Race Equity Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Salem Race Equity Commission on May 2, 2024, is canceled. The agenda included discussions on a Race Equity Task Force report and discrimination reporting forms.

• Discussion regarding Race Equity Task Force report
• Update on Education section by Laura Assade and Superintendent Zrike
• Update regarding Discrimination Reporting Form reports
• Follow up discussion on the Chief’s update regarding public safety
• Safe Streets for All Action Plan with the Parking and Traffic Department

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding several development projects, including a health clinic amendment and a new boatyard shed. The agenda also includes the receipt of various applications and updates on previously approved projects.

• Continuance of hearing for NSCDC/NSCHC project at Lafayette Street, Derby Street, and Peabody Street
• Continuance of hearing for 75 North Street, LLC multi-family residential building proposal
• Public hearing for a new 17,100 square-foot boatyard shed at 23 Glendale Street
• Receipt of DEP Waterways Application for 24 Fort Ave
• Receipt of DRB Summary of Review for 266 Canal Street

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss 2024 Abatement Applications. This is the primary item on the agenda for the meeting.

• Discussion of 2024 Abatement Applications

Salem Harbor Port Authority

The Salem Harbor Port Authority meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

Historical Commission

The commission will review several requests for certificates of appropriateness and demolition delay waivers. Items include window replacements, siding changes, and garage or storage building demolitions.

• 55 Summer Street: Certificate of Appropriateness for architectural roof shingles
• 3 Smith Street: Request to waive the demolition delay for roof demolition
• 29 Washington Square North: Certificate of Appropriateness to replace windows
• 8 Gifford Court: Certificate of Appropriateness to replace wood siding with composite siding
• 29 Willson Street: Waiver of the Demolition Delay Ordinance to demolish a garage older than 50 years

Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee

The Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee will discuss various bicycling infrastructure initiatives. Topics include the Bike Parking Ordinance, bike parking at stores, and updates on bikeshare data and programs. The committee will also review North Street and receive a staff update.

• Bike Parking Ordinance discussion
• Bike Parking at Stores discussion
• Bikeshare Data and Program Updates
• North Street infrastructure discussion
• Staff Update

Licensing Board

The Salem Licensing Board is reviewing applications to permanently expand outdoor patio areas at several locations. These requests involve adding square footage to premises on Washington Street and Lynde Street.

• 200 square foot patio expansion at 133 Washington St.
• 380 square foot patio expansion over parking spaces at 155 Washington Street
• 648 square foot patio expansion at 2 Lynde Street

City Council

The City Council and Planning Board held a joint public hearing regarding three proposed zoning ordinance amendments. These changes involve establishing a Coastal Resiliency Overlay District (C-ROD) and updating the Flood Hazard Overlay District to manage projected flood risks.

• Establishment of a Coastal Resiliency Overlay District (C-ROD) for areas with projected worsening flood risk
• Amendment of Section 8.1, Flood Hazard Overlay District, to comply with the Mass. Flood Hazard Management Program's 2020 model ordinance
• Amendment of Section 2.2, Overlay Districts, to add the C-ROD to the list of overlay districts

Planning Board

The Salem City Council and Planning Board held a joint public hearing regarding three zoning ordinance amendments. These proposals include establishing a Coastal Resiliency Overlay District (C-ROD) and updating the Flood Hazard Overlay District. The changes aim to address projected worsening flood risks and maintain compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program.

• Establishment of a Coastal Resiliency Overlay District (C-ROD) based on 2070 flood projections
• New development standards for buildings with 6+ residential units or over 7,500 sq. ft. non-residential space in C-ROD
• Updates to the Flood Hazard Overlay District to comply with the Mass. Flood Hazard Management Program
• Amendment to Section 2.2 to add C-ROD to the list of overlay districts

School Committee

The Salem School Committee is scheduled to deliberate and vote on the fiscal year 2025 district budget. Superintendent Dr. Stephen Zrike’s report will also cover communications updates and community engagement regarding grade and school configurations. Members will review three board policies for a first reading and approve recent payment warrants totaling $1,251,581.53. The FY25 budget discussion addresses rising operational costs as federal pandemic relief funds phase out.

• Deliberation and vote on the FY25 district budget
• Approval of payment warrants for $773,930.06 and $477,651.47
• First reading of board policies 2110, 2200, and 5103
• Superintendent’s report on grade and school configuration community engagement
• Meeting location: 29 Highland Ave., Rm. 227, Salem, MA

Scholarship & Education Committee

The committee will conduct a financial update and review education applications for consideration and vote. Members will also discuss scholarship application volume and plan for upcoming meetings.

• Approval of March 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review and vote on Education Applications
• Update on Scholarship Applications Received to Date
• Discussion on reaching more scholarship applicants

City Council

The City Council will review several resident reappointments to various boards and commissions. Additionally, the body will consider a $10,000 transfer for outsourced IT support at the Police Department and an ordinance update regarding October resident parking.

• Reappointment of Joy Livramento-Bryant (Community Preservation Committee), Brendan Casey (Traffic & Parking Commission), and Aaron Paternoster (Salem Housing Authority)
• Reappointment of Liza Ruano-Lucey to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
• Reappointment of Mark Stephen Ianuzzi as a Constable
• $10,000 transfer to outsource IT technical support for the Police Department to Delphi Technology Solutions
• Acceptance of a $1,200 donation from Americal Auctioneers Services for Parks and Recreation

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss 2024 Abatement & Exemption Applications. The meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. in the Assessors’ Office at City Hall.

• Discussion of 2024 Abatement & Exemption Applications

School Committee

The Salem School Committee Curriculum Subcommittee will hold an online meeting via Zoom on April 25, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. The agenda lists a single discussion item regarding class rank, presented by Krista Perry, Executive Assistant to the School Committee and Superintendent. This topic addresses how student academic performance is ranked and reported for Salem students.

• Discussion on class rank at an online meeting on April 25, 2024
• Agenda item submitted by Krista Perry, Executive Assistant to the School Committee and Superintendent
• Meeting held online via Zoom (Passcode: 706797)

Transportation Commission

The Commission will review final design plans for the Washington Street sidewalk extension. Other discussions include resident permit parking requests, tour bus parking amendments, and garage space recommendations.

• Washington Street Sidewalk Extension Project final design plans (Front Street to Essex Street)
• Resident permit parking request for residents abutting Essex Street from Monroe Street to Flint Street and 390 Essex Street
• Amendments to Article I Section 11 regarding tour bus parking locations
• Recommendations for reserved roof spaces at Museum Place Garage
• Proposed order for weekend on-street parking rates on Washington Street (Essex Street to Federal Street) in October

Salem High School Building Committee

The OPM Selection Committee will review responses and score sheets from the Request for Services. The committee intends to determine a shortlist of respondents, schedule reference checks, and confirm interview dates.

• Review RFS respondents and score sheets
• Determine shortlist of RFS respondents
• Schedule reference checks
• Confirm interview dates/times

Design Review Board

The Salem Design Review Board will review several development projects and outdoor dining proposals. This includes exterior changes to the Superior Court House and a new four-story, 60-unit residential building at 75 North Street.

• Outdoor dining proposals for Couch Dog, Fountain Place, O’Neill’s, and Boston Burger Company
• Façade changes to a single-family home at 9 Crombie Street
• Design drawing review for The Exchange at 252 Bridge Street
• Exterior changes to the Superior Court House and County Commissioners’ Building at 32 Federal Street
• Design review of a four-story, 60-unit residential building at 75 North Street

City Council

The City Council Committee on Public Health, Safety and the Environment and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss a new camping ordinance. The proposal involves amending Chapter 24 by adding a new section regarding camping.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 24 regarding camping

Salem Cultural Council

The Salem Cultural Council will meet remotely to vote on January 2024 meeting minutes. The council also plans to review work completed for awards between January and April and discuss a potential event for grant awardees.

• Vote on January 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of work accomplished January–April for Awards
• Discussion of possible Grant Awardees event and cultural events calendar

School Committee

The Salem School Committee will hold a public hearing regarding the fiscal year 2025 budget. The meeting includes provisions for public comment and potential further discussion of the budget following the hearing.

• Public hearing on the FY25 budget

Licensing Board

The board is reviewing applications for one-day liquor licenses for various local events. Members will also consider several requests to permanently add outdoor patio space to restaurants. A continued public hearing will address regulations on alcohol container sizes.

• Addition of 1,520 square feet of outdoor patio at 125 Washington St
• Proposed outdoor patio expansions at 121 Essex St, 282 Derby St, and 148 Derby St
• One-day liquor licenses for Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival at Salem Common
• Public hearing on prohibiting off-premise alcohol sales in containers under 100 ml
• Change of manager application for 331 Lafayette Street

City Council

The City Council and the Mayor will meet to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget. The agenda includes reviewing the budget process, timeline, and estimated revenues and expenses.

• Budget Process and Timeline discussion
• Review of FY2025 Estimated Revenues
• Review of FY2025 Estimated Expenses

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will review outdoor dining applications for several local businesses. The agenda also includes a funding request for Salem Willows Phase II and a variance request for 266 Canal Street.

• Outdoor dining applications for Boston Burger Company, Couch Dog, Fountain Place, Oniels Pub, Red Line Café, and Village Tavern
• Funding request for Salem Willows Phase II
• Variance request for 266 Canal Street

School Committee

The Personnel Subcommittee will meet via Zoom to discuss collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union. The committee intends to enter into an executive session for this discussion and will not return to open session.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategies with the Salem Teachers Union

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to a development project involving North Shore Community Development Corp and North Shore Community Health Center. The board will also consider extension requests for projects on Norman Street and Broad Street.

• Public hearing for site plan amendments at 73, 75, 85 & 87 Lafayette Street, 315 Derby Street, 9 Peabody Street, and 15 Peabody Street
• Proposed reduction of public parking from 15 to 12 spaces at the Lafayette and Derby Street building
• Proposed increase of long-term bike parking from 21 to 30 spaces at 9 Peabody Street
• Extension request for SPR and PUD Special Permit for 38 Norman Street
• Extension request for SPR and Religious Reuse Special Permit for 5 Broad Street

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet on April 18, 2024, to discuss 2024 abatement and exemption applications. The meeting is scheduled for the Assessors’ Office at City Hall.

• Discussion of 2024 Abatement & Exemption Applications

Board of Public Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet via remote participation to discuss library use, finances, and building updates. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the fountain.

• Library Use
• Finances
• Building Update
• Fountain

Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Council

The council will review previous minutes and receive updates from neighborhood associations and the city. The meeting includes a special guest appearance by members of the Salem Beautification Committee.

• Approval of March 13, 2024 minutes
• Salem Beautification Committee guest presentation
• Neighborhood Association updates
• City Updates

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Salem Zoning Board of Appeals will review several petitions regarding property uses and structures. Items include requests for an accessory dwelling unit, building additions, and the expansion of a boatyard. The board will also consider a permit to open a distillery with a tasting room.

• Special Permit for a distillery and tasting room at 84-86 Derby Street
• Special Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) at 30 Northey Street
• Request to expand boatyard use and increase lot coverage at 23 Glendale Street
• Petition for a residential addition at 21 Chestnut Street
• Extension of variances for properties on Canal Street and Kimball Road

Historical Commission

The Salem Historical Commission is reviewing several requests for certificates of appropriateness and demolition delay waivers. The agenda includes items regarding window replacements, siding changes, and the demolition of structures older than 50 years.

• Demolition delay waivers for 1 Pierce Road and 80 Willson Street
• Garage rear porch enclosure at 186 Federal Street
• Replacing wood siding with composite siding at 8 Gifford Court
• Window replacement at 29 Washington Square North
• Paint color amendments for 36 Derby Street

Council on Aging Board

The Salem Council on Aging Board will hold its regular monthly meeting to review various programs and reports. The agenda includes updates on senior day services, kitchen operations, Metrobridge, and panic buttons.

• Approval of March 20, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Senior Day update
• Kitchen update
• Metrobridge update
• Panic Button update

Park & Recreation Commission

The Salem Park and Recreation Commission will review several requests for special events at local parks, including the Common and Willows Field. The meeting also includes presentations regarding tree planting plans for Forest River and Memorial Parks.

• Special event requests for the Common, Willows Field, and Collins Cove
• Heritage Days events at Willows Field and Beach Parking area
• Forest River Tree Planting plan presentation
• Memorial Park Tree Planting Plan presentation
• Faceless dolls exhibit proposal for Palmer Cove Park

Conservation Commission

The commission will review Notices of Intent for projects including an apartment conversion at 160 Federal St. and new construction on Lathrop St. The meeting also covers updates on the Neptune Deepwater Port decommissioning and flood resiliency zoning amendments.

• Apartment conversion and site improvements at 160 Federal St.
• Pier and boat lift installation at 411 Lafayette St.
• House demolition and construction at 6 Lathrop St.
• Neptune Deepwater Port decommissioning update
• Proposed zoning amendments for flood resiliency