{ "city": "Saugus", "state": "MA", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/saugus-ma.gov/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-05", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-08-10", "body": "Town Meeting Zoning Review Committee", "headline": "Organizational meeting for new zoning review committee members", "summary": "This is an organizational meeting for the Town Meeting Zoning Review Committee. The agenda includes distributing zoning materials, electing or appointing committee officers, and planning future meetings. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-1387", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-08-04", "body": "Cultural Council", "headline": "Saugus Cultural Council to finalize art show plans and grants guidelines", "summary": "The Saugus Cultural Council will vote on approving the art show final costs, guidelines and priorities for the upcoming grants cycle, and the Founders Day activities budget. They will also review survey findings and discuss a program expansion opportunity.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-1386", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-30", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to continue hearings on three Broadway site plans and review roadway acceptance", "summary": "The Planning Board will meet to approve minutes, receive updates from the chairman and consulting engineer, and continue public hearings on site plan review permits for properties at 266,268,286R Broadway and 24 Broadway. The board will also discuss an ANR at 214-218 Hamilton Street, a site plan modification at 1753 Broadway, and roadway acceptance for 10893 Rivercrest Circle.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07302026-1385", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-27", "body": "Board of Assessors", "headline": "Saugus Board of Assessors to approve warrants, discuss abatements", "summary": "The Board of Assessors is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, sign motor vehicle, boat, real estate, and personal property warrants and commitments, and conduct general valuation discussions. The board may also enter executive session to discuss real and personal property abatements, exempt property filings, and Appellate Tax Board cases.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-1384", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "body": "Board of Appeals", "headline": "Board to vote on 300-unit 40B rental project at 20 Rear Bennett Highway", "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on several petitions, including a major comprehensive permit application for a 300-unit rental development under Chapter 40B, with 25% affordable units. The board will also consider multiple variance and special permit requests for residential additions, lot line adjustments, and an illegal fence violation. A petition to redevelop the Kowloon’s property into two mixed-use buildings with 198 apartments and commercial space is also on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-1377", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "body": "Conservation Commission", "headline": "New public hearing for ADU and driveway at 104 Saville St. in riverfront area", "summary": "The Conservation Commission will hold a new public hearing on a Notice of Intent for construction of an accessory dwelling unit and driveway at 104 Saville St., within the 200-foot Riverfront Area to the Saugus River. Continued hearings are scheduled for 148 Forest St. (single-family dwelling in buffer zone) and 41 Rear Pennsylvania Ave. (resource area delineation for storage facility). The commission will also consider certificates of compliance for projects at 3 Berthold St. and 141 Broadway, and vote on an October meeting date.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-1381", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-21", "body": "Retirement Board", "headline": "Retirement Board to consider raising post-retirement earnings limit to $25,000", "summary": "The Saugus Retirement Board will vote on routine items including July payroll and expenses, and discuss a PERAC memo that would increase the post-retirement earnings limit from $15,000 to $25,000. The board will also consider a 3% COLA for July 2027 retirement payroll and Quinn Bill adjustments for retirees. New members Richard Skomurski and Joseph Videtto are being enrolled at 9% + 2% contribution rates.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1383", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Saugus TV Board of Directors", "headline": "Saugus TV board to review Comcast negotiations and June finances", "summary": "The Saugus TV Board of Directors will discuss Comcast negotiation requests related to the Board of Selectmen and legal counsel, and review the financial activity for the period ending June 30, 2026. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the June 25, 2026 meeting and monthly reports from executive directors and assistant directors.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-1382", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Saugus Planning Board to hold continued public hearings on site plans for 266-286R Broadway and 24 Broadway, plus review ANR at 214-218 Hamilton Street.", "summary": "The Planning Board will consider three development items: continued public hearings for site plan review permits at 266-286R Broadway (Morin Cameron Group) and 24 Broadway (Meisner Brem Corporation), and an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for 214-218 Hamilton Street. The board will also receive updates from the chairman and consulting engineer.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-1380", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Board of Selectmen", "headline": "Saugus board to vote on liquor and taxi licenses and fee hikes", "summary": "The Board of Selectmen will decide on several license applications, including a taxi/livery license for Fly14 Livery Services and a common victualer’s and entertainment license for Wonder at 259 Essex Street. They will also consider increasing fees for special permit and liquor license transfers and amending the licensing fee schedule to include a Bring Your Own Bottle (BYOB) application fee. Additionally, the board will address traffic concerns at the Howard Street and Main Street intersection.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1378", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "Housing Authority", "headline": "Housing Authority to approve final payments for fire and roof projects", "summary": "The Saugus Housing Authority will vote on certificates of final completion for two capital projects: a fire pump replacement and fire alarm upgrade at Laurel Tower and Sweetsers Corner totaling $21,352.10, and a Laurel Tower roof replacement totaling $21,500. The board will also review financial reports, invoices, and the Heritage Heights Tenant Handbook.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-1376", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-07", "body": "Cultural Council", "headline": "Saugus Cultural Council to review FY25/26 finances and plan events", "summary": "The Saugus Cultural Council is meeting to vote on June meeting minutes, review the FY25/26 financial update, and discuss reports on recent and ongoing community engagement. The council will also plan upcoming events including an Art Show, the 2027 Cultural Festival, and Founders' Day, with possible votes on these items.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1375", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "body": "Board of Registrars", "headline": "Saugus Board of Registrars meets June 29 to discuss election coordination", "summary": "The Saugus Board of Registrars will convene on June 29 at 6pm in the Town Hall Clerks Office to discuss election-related matters, including the introduction of a new Election Coordinator and preparations for the 2026 elections. The meeting will also cover early voting procedures, advanced removal and deposit processes, and election worker assignments.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-1368", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Board of Appeals", "headline": "Board to hear 300-unit 40B proposal at 20 Rear Bennett Highway", "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on seven petitions, including a continued 40B comprehensive permit application for 300 rental units (75 affordable) at 20 Rear Bennett Highway, plus requests for variances, special permits, and a zoning enforcement appeal at various addresses.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-1356", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "School Committee", "headline": "Budget amendment to shift payroll savings to special-education transportation", "summary": "The School Committee will vote on Budget Amendment #4, which reallocates final payroll savings to special-education transportation. Members will also discuss Budget Action Item Requests and consider approving a music program field trip to Chicago, two sets of meeting minutes, and two donations totaling $4,345.00.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-1374", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Conservation Commission", "headline": "Conservation Commission to review multiple certificates of compliance and public hearings on wetland buffer zone projects", "summary": "The Saugus Conservation Commission will consider certificates of compliance for five properties, including Berthold St., 141 Broadway, 8 Glen St., and 24 Broadway, and hold public hearings on determinations of applicability and notices of intent for projects at 4197 Lynn Fells Pkwy, 47 Adams Ave, Rumney Marsh, 24 Broadway, 148 Forest St., and 41 Rear Pennsylvania Ave. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a vote on a September meeting date.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-1367", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Housing Authority", "headline": "Saugus Housing Authority to vote on $405,922 state grant amendment and window project change order", "summary": "The Saugus Housing Authority will hold a special meeting to review and approve two items: Amendment #10 for State CFA 5001 totaling $405,922.25 for Fiscal Year 2029, and Change Order #1 for the Heritage Heights Window Replacement Project at $6,661.39. The meeting will also include standard procedural items like the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-1373", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Board of Assessors", "headline": "Board of Assessors to approve warrants and discuss abatements", "summary": "The Board of Assessors is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, sign motor vehicle, boat, real estate, and personal property warrants and commitments, and discuss general valuation. The Board may also enter executive session to consider real and personal property abatements, exemptions, and Appellate Tax Board cases.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1366", "minutes_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06222026-1366", "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Town Clerk", "headline": "Lottery to fill vacancies on three town committees", "summary": "The Town Clerk will conduct a lottery to fill vacancies on the Vacant School Assessment Committee (4 members), Town Charter Review Committee (10 members), and By-Law Review Committee (11 members). This is a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-1371", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Public hearing on Broadway site plan review continued", "summary": "The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a site plan review permit for properties at 266, 286, and 286R Broadway, submitted by The Morin Cameron Group, Inc. The board will also discuss an ANR (Approval Not Required) plan for 214-218 Hamilton Street, along with approval of prior minutes and reports from the chairman and consulting engineer.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-1369", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Saugus TV Board of Directors", "headline": "Saugus TV board to discuss new policy and Comcast negotiations", "summary": "The Saugus TV Board of Directors will meet to review financial activity, approve minutes, and discuss two new policy items: member coverage of events and Comcast negotiation requests. No decisions are listed on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-1372", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "body": "Board of Selectmen", "headline": "Board of Selectmen to review licensing fees and hear Holy Ghost Festival request", "summary": "The Saugus Board of Selectmen will meet on June 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall Auditorium. The agenda includes reviewing licensing fees, hearing a citizen’s request for temporary liquor and parking permits for the Holy Ghost Festival, and recognizing Prince Restaurant’s 65th anniversary.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-1370", "minutes_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06172026-1370", "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Retirement Board", "headline": "Saugus Retirement Board to vote on new member, approve retirements", "summary": "The Saugus Retirement Board will vote to appoint Michelle Church as Election Officer for the 4th Member election and discuss a response from Weymouth Fire Fighters Local 1616 to an OIG report. The board will also consider approval of new civilian dispatchers, several retirements, and transfer of service for two former school paraprofessionals to the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-1365", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "School Committee", "headline": "School Committee votes on budget amendment and donations totaling $1,002,898.01", "summary": "The Saugus School Committee will meet to vote on a budget amendment reallocating salary savings to utilities and special education transportation. They will also vote on approving bills totaling $996,082.91 and several donations, including $2,515.10 from Nationwide Studios, Inc. for Saugus Middle High School.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-1353", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "School Committee", "headline": "School Committee to vote on $996K in bills and budget amendment", "summary": "The Saugus School Committee will vote on Budget Amendment #3, which reallocates salary savings to utilities and special education transportation. The committee will also vote on approving nearly $1 million in bills and several donations totaling over $6,000 for various school programs and classes.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-1352", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Library Board of Trustees", "headline": "Library board to review 2026 financials and lost-and-found policy", "summary": "The Saugus Public Library Board of Trustees meets to approve minutes from January, hear the director’s report, review the monthly financial statement, and discuss a proposed update to the lost-and-found policy. No ordinances or contracts are on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-1358", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.saugus-ma.gov/AgendaCenter" } ] }