Scituate public meetings in 2025

Historical Commission

The Scituate Historical Commission will meet to approve minutes, review a preservation plan, and discuss updates on the Mordecai Lincoln House. The agenda includes a review of the 2026 meeting calendar and a discussion on memorial policy.

• Approval of November 2025 minutes
• Review of Preservation Plan – Heritage Strategies
• Update on Mordecai Lincoln House
• Review of 2026 meeting dates
• Discussion of Memorial Policy

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Scituate Zoning Board of Appeals will hear five applications regarding property additions, home rebuilds, and lot divisions. The board will also consider a proposal to combine parcels for a marina and townhouse project.

• Proposal for 21 Central Ave/7 Marshfield Ave to combine parcels for 10 new residential townhouses and a marina
• Request to raze and rebuild a single-family home at 89 Neal Gate St.
• Request to divide a zoning lot into three lots at 0 & 23 A-D Henry Ln.
• Request to raze a garage and build a new accessory unit at 57 Summer St.
• Proposed addition to a non-conforming structure at 37 Revere St.

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously granted a finding under ZBL §820 to change a pre‑existing non‑conforming use and a finding under ZBL §610.3 to divide 0 & 23 A‑D Henry Lane into three parcels. The board also continued five other applications to the January 15, 2026 meeting and approved the September 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Granted ZBL §820 finding for 0 & 23 A‑D Henry Lane (unanimous)
• Granted ZBL §610.3 finding to divide 0 & 23 A‑D Henry Lane into three lots (unanimous)
• Continued Elizabeth McDonnel application (37 Revere St.) to Jan 15, 2026 (unanimous)
• Continued Justin and Andrea Hoffman application (89 Neal Gate St.) to Jan 15, 2026 (unanimous)
• Continued Andrea Montgomery application (57 Summer St.) to Jan 15, 2026 (unanimous)
• Continued South River Marina Realty/Union Street Realty Trust application (21 Central Ave/7 Marshfield Ave) to Jan 15, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Advisory Committee

The Scituate Advisory Committee will meet to review proposed FY27 budgets for specific town departments. The session includes reviews of the Waterways Enterprise, Shellfish, Facilities, and Scituate Cable TV budgets.

• FY27 Proposed Budget review: Waterways Enterprise (Dept 298)
• FY27 Proposed Budget review: Shellfish (Dept 295)
• FY27 Proposed Budget review: Facilities (Dept 410)
• FY27 Proposed Budget review: Scituate Cable TV (Dept 159)

The Advisory Committee unanimously accepted the meeting agenda (7‑0). It then approved the minutes from the December 4, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0‑1 vote. Finally, the committee adjourned the session unanimously (7‑0). No other substantive actions were decided.

• Accepted agenda – approved unanimously (7‑0)
• Approved December 4, 2025 minutes – approved (6‑0‑1)
• Adjourned meeting – approved unanimously (7‑0)

Planning Board

The Scituate Planning Board will conduct an administrative review of the major site plan for 18‑20 Country Way in the Village Center and Neighborhood District. The board will consider a continuation request to keep the review open until February 12, 2026. Discussion will include proposed updates to the Zoning Bylaw for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting and amendments to the Stormwater Bylaw to incorporate MS4 changes. The agenda also lists routine items such as approving minutes and receiving liaison reports.

• Major Site Plan Administrative Review for 18‑20 Country Way (VCN‑GDG‑GVC subdistrict)
• Continuation request for the site‑plan review, extending to February 12, 2026
• Proposed updates to the Zoning Bylaw for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting (definitions, Table of Uses, WRPD, Section 600)
• Proposed amendment of the Stormwater Bylaw to add MS4 changes and general revisions
• Approval of meeting minutes and routine liaison and planning reports

The Planning Board voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for the 18‑20 Country Way major site plan until February 12, 2026. The Board also agreed to adopt the proposed revisions to the Zoning and Stormwater Bylaws. Purchase orders totaling $4,258.25 for peer‑review services were approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Accepted agenda (voice vote 4‑0)
• Continuance of 18‑20 Country Way site plan hearing to Feb 12 2026 (voice vote 4‑0)
• Adopted proposed Zoning and Stormwater Bylaw revisions (no vote recorded)
• Approved PO #2605884 for $2,300 peer‑review services (voice vote 5‑0)
• Approved PO #2605885 for $250 peer‑review services (voice vote 5‑0)
• Approved PO #2605965 for $1,010.75 peer‑review services (voice vote 5‑0)
• Approved PO #2605966 for $697.50 peer‑review services (voice vote 5‑0)
• Motion to adjourn carried (voice vote 5‑0)

Water Resources Commission

The Water Resources Commission will review updates on the water system and the desalination subcommittee. The body will also discuss 2026 planning and education planning and poll reviews.

• New storage tank update
• Well test site drilling update
• Reservoir dredging plans
• Cranberry bog property discussion
• Desalination subcommittee update

The Water Resources Commission approved the amended December 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The commission then unanimously voted 5‑0 to adjourn the meeting. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved amended December 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to discuss accessibility projects and administrative updates. The agenda includes reviews of the website, communication boards, and the Wampatuck School.

• Cole Parkway curb cut
• Wampatuck School
• Communication boards
• Website
• Student intern

The commission unanimously approved the past meeting minutes. It also approved a purchase authorization of up to $100 for approved communication boards. The Treasurer's financial report was approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved past meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $100 purchase of communication boards (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Commission on Disabilities

The Scituate Commission on Disabilities meeting will open with public comments, then consider past minutes. The agenda lists items such as a curb cut on Cole Parkway, a Film Forum update, a student intern position, website and communication board matters, and a discussion about Wampatuck School. The treasurer will also give a report, and any items not addressed may be added to a future agenda.

• Cole Parkway curb cut
• Film Forum update
• Student intern position
• Website and communication boards
• Wampatuck School discussion

Select Board

The Scituate Select Board will discuss and vote on several budget and project items, including a $34 per ton rate for municipal solid waste transport. They will hear a feasibility study for a new harbormaster and consider Waterways Enterprise rate changes and a 5‑year plan. New business includes a vote on renewing the Drainlayers license for Mankewich Contracting, Inc. and P.F. Spencer.

• Interview with Cushing School Land Re‑Use Committee members
• FY27 budget discussion, including $34/ton municipal solid waste transportation
• Harbormaster feasibility study presentation by Olson & Lewis Architects
• Waterways Enterprise rates, 5‑year plan, and related recommendations
• Drainlayers License Renewal vote for Mankewich Contracting, Inc. and P.F. Spencer

The board called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chair Andrew Goodrich moved to accept the agenda. The motion was seconded and approved unanimously (5‑0). No other motions or votes were recorded; the remaining items were informational updates and public comments.

• Agenda accepted unanimously (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission voted unanimously to continue Notice of Intent hearings for several development proposals, including 129 Kent Street and 20 Ridge Hill Road. It closed the hearing for 89 Ann Vinal Road and issued an Order of Conditions. The commission also approved an Order of Conditions for 47 Rebecca Road and extended the seawall construction project.

• Continued NOI hearing for 129 Kent Street to Jan 5 2026 (6‑0‑0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 20 Ridge Hill Road to Jan 21 2026 (6‑0‑0)
• Closed NOI and issued Order of Conditions for 89 Ann Vinal Road (6‑0‑0)
• Continued NOI for 0 Bailey’s Island (date to be announced) (6‑0‑0)
• Continued NOI for 0 Bossy Lane to Jan 5 2026 (6‑0‑0)
• Continued NOI for 30 Marshfield Ave to Jan 21 2026 (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 47 Rebecca Road (5‑0‑1)
• Approved extension for Seawall Construction (DEP#068-2972) (6‑0‑0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hear a presentation from Town Finance Director Nancy Holt. The commission will discuss preparation for the Select Board’s budget presentation scheduled for Dec. 16. The meeting also includes routine reports and approval of minutes.

• Call to order
• Approval of minutes
• Presentation by Town Finance Director Nancy Holt
• Liaison reports readout
• Discussion of preparation for Select Board budget presentation

The Economic Development Commission approved advancing the Cole Parkway project to a 30% engineering plan by selecting Plan 1. The Chamber of Commerce ratified its new board of directors. No minutes were submitted for approval this month, and the commission discussed the South Shore Digital Wellness grant and upcoming FY2027 budget presentation.

• Selected Plan 1 to advance Cole Parkway to a 30% engineering plan
• Ratified new Chamber of Commerce board members
• No minutes approved (none submitted for review)

Board of Health

The Scituate Board of Health will vote to approve the minutes from the November 20 meeting. The agenda includes coalition updates, a presentation of a shared document hub, regional staff and community updates, and a discussion of public health nursing activities. The meeting will be held virtually and public comments are limited to those recognized by the chair.

• Vote to approve Nov. 20th meeting minutes
• Coalition updates
• Presentation of Shared Document Hub
• Regional staff and community updates
• Discussion of public health nursing activities

Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee will attend a Planning Board workshop on zoning and stormwater bylaws, which informs changes to be placed on the spring 2026 town meeting ballot. The committee will also address any other business and schedule its next meeting.

• Attend Planning Board Zoning Bylaw and Stormwater Bylaw Workshop (spring 2026 changes)
• Discuss any other meeting business
• Set date for next Bylaw Review Committee meeting

The By‑law Review Committee met with the Planning Board to hear a town‑planner presentation on changes to the stormwater bylaw. After the presentation, Jerry Janofsky moved that the committee be adjourned. The motion was seconded by Chris Mirarchi and passed unanimously, 4‑0.

• Adjourned By‑law Review Committee (vote 4‑0)

Planning Board

The board will hold a workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Zoning Bylaw for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting, including new definitions, changes to the Table of Uses, WRPD, and Section 600. It will also consider amendments to the Stormwater Bylaw to incorporate MS4 changes and other revisions. After the workshop, members will vote to re‑appoint John Buckley to the Design Review Committee for a term from 1/24/2026 to 1/24/2029. The meeting will conclude with routine items such as approving minutes and receiving reports.

• Review proposed Zoning Bylaw updates for 2026 Annual Town Meeting (definitions, Table of Uses, WRPD, Section 600)
• Consider amendments to Stormwater Bylaw to incorporate MS4 changes and general revisions
• Vote to re‑appoint John Buckley to Design Review Committee (term 1/24/2026‑1/24/2029)
• Approve meeting minutes
• Receive liaison and planning/development reports

The board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda (4‑0). It agreed to review each proposed zoning amendment individually but took no votes on the changes. The board will consult Town Counsel and the Water Resources Commission before any bylaw revisions and will present further revisions at the Jan 8 public hearing.

• Accepted agenda (voice vote 4‑0)
• Agreed to review each proposed zoning change individually
• Deferred action on buffer‑zone amendment pending Town Counsel review
• Planned to present revised bylaws at Jan 8 public hearing

Council on Aging

The Scituate Council on Aging Board will approve the prior meeting's minutes and receive reports from the COA Director, Outreach Coordinator, Assistant Director, and a staff guest. The board will also hear liaison updates from the Select Board, SSES, and FOSS. No decisions or actions beyond these items are listed.

• Approve previous meeting minutes
• Reports from COA Director Linda Kelley
• Reports from Outreach Coordinator Kelly Walsh
• Assistant Director and staff guest presentation
• Liaison updates from Select Board, SSES, and FOSS

Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee

The committee will receive updates on several work streams, including the status of a draft report from historic architects and funding strategies via Town Meeting and CPC. Members will also discuss outdoor space enhancements and the renovation of the caretaker house.

• Update on RFP to engage historic architects and Master Plan draft report
• Funding strategy updates regarding Town Meeting and CPC funding
• Caretaker house renovation update
• Inventory and clean-up status for the Mill and Main House, including asbestos
• Auction bid status and pick-up planning

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding an internal workshop to discuss regulations and land management. No votes will be taken and no specific projects will be discussed during this meeting.

• Discussion of buffer zones, resource areas, and flood zones
• Discussion of mitigation and restoration plans
• Discussion of open space and property maintenance
• Review of regulations

Council on Aging

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. The latest Community Preservation Committee request for $200,000 was approved and will be included in the town budget. A bike rack was ordered to be installed near the garage and parking area. Volunteer assignments were set for auction‑item pick‑up on Fridays and Saturdays.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 Community Preservation Committee funding request (no vote recorded)
• Ordered bike rack for parking area (implementation pending)
• Assigned volunteers for auction item pick‑up on Fridays and Saturdays

Select Board

The board voted to accept the meeting agenda. The motion was moved by Vice Chair Susan Harrison, seconded by Clerk Jamie Gilmore, and passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. No other motions or approvals were recorded during this meeting.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to vote on a meeting room policy, a DEI statement, and the 2026 meeting calendar. The board will also receive updates on building maintenance, including HVAC, lighting, and signage.

• Vote on Meeting Room Policy
• Vote on DEI Statement
• Vote to set 2026 Calendar
• Building updates regarding HVAC, lighting, signage, and flight alarm
• Review of Christmas and New Year’s closure dates

Scituate Bicycle Committee

The Scituate Bicycle Committee will review updates on bike route development and educational programming. The body is also planning an open house scheduled for January 26.

• Route updates for Waterfield and Forge Road/3A
• Discussion of PE bike safety and spring rodeos
• Review of bike parking and racks at Cole Parkway/Pier 44
• Planning for a January 26 open house
• Coordination with DPW and the sidewalk committee

Community Preservation Committee

The Scituate Community Preservation Committee will discuss and vote on the November meeting minutes. It will consider the proposed Cranberry Bog Acquisition. The committee will vote to rescind prior approvals for several projects, including the 2022 Lighthouse RE and others.

• Cranberry Bog Acquisition
• Rescind 2015 H1109 Tercentenary – $1,204.01
• Rescind 2017 O63-4 Parking Area – $17,227.17
• Rescind 2022 H12-6 Lighthouse RE – $212,855.99
• Rescind 2021 R6-3 TEAK SHERMAN C – $5,259.64

The committee approved the meeting agenda and minutes unanimously. A motion to rescind $247,985.53 in previously allocated funds passed 9‑0. Discussion of the Cranberry Bog project was tabled, and a purchase‑and‑sale agreement for the Dish Pan Property was prepared.

• Approved agenda (9-0)
• Approved minutes (9-0)
• Tabled discussion on Cranberry Bog project
• Rescinded $247,985.53 in funds (9-0)
• Prepared purchase‑and‑sale agreement for Dish Pan Property

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will meet remotely to provide a financial update and review the 5-year plan. The body will discuss and may vote on all user fees.

• Discussion and possible vote on all user fees
• Update on the 5-year plan
• Financial update

The Waterways Commission approved a recommendation to charge a $10 premium fee for larger outer marina slips, keeping resident and non‑resident rates the same. The commission directed Rick Murray and Brian Kelly to prepare a memo for the Selectboard outlining the proposed rates and fees. Procedural motions to accept the agenda and to adjourn were each passed unanimously (8‑0).

• Accepted meeting agenda (8-0)
• Recommended $10 premium slip fee for larger outer slips (no vote recorded)
• Directed Rick Murray and Brian Kelly to draft a memo for the Selectboard on rates and fees
• Motion to adjourn passed (8-0)

Advisory Committee

The Scituate Advisory Committee will review proposed FY27 budgets for several town departments. The meeting also includes a review of the capital plan led by the Capital Planning Chair.

• FY27 Proposed Budget review for Information Technology (Dept 155)
• FY27 Proposed Budget review for Police Department (Dept 210)
• FY27 Proposed Budget review for Public Safety Communications (Dept 230)
• FY27 Proposed Budget review for Fire Department (Dept 220)
• Capital Plan Review with Michael Gibson

Board of Assessors

The Board unanimously accepted the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to enter an executive session, later to conclude that session, and then to adjourn the meeting. Exemption applications were reviewed and signed by the Board.

• Accepted October 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Concluded executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed and signed exemption applications (no vote recorded)

Waterways Commission

The Scituate Waterways Commission will conduct its regular agenda, including a call to order, a DEI statement, acceptance of the agenda and minutes from the November 15 meeting, and reports from the chairman, harbormaster, finance, marketing, and various liaison committees. A key item is an update to the 5‑year plan that includes discussion of all user fees and a possible vote on fee changes. Additional updates will cover police, fisherman/lobstermen, and a public Q&A before adjournment.

• Accept minutes from the November 15, 2025 meeting
• Harbormaster report on shoulder‑season results, marina closures, and dredge updates
• Financial update and discussion of all user fees with possible vote(s)
• Liaison reports from Economic Development Commission, Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee, and Shellfish Advisory Committee
• Police Department and Fisherman/Lobstermen updates

The Waterways Commission unanimously approved three motions: to accept the meeting agenda, to accept the November 15 minutes, and to amend the Mooring Rules and Regulations to reflect the Town Bylaw definition of a Commercial Fisherman. The amendment was passed with an 8‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Approved November 15 minutes (8-0)
• Approved update to Mooring Rules to match Commercial Fisherman definition (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will hold a public meeting at 6:30 PM to conduct a site‑plan administrative review and consider a stormwater permit for the Greenbush Driftway Gateway project in the Village Center and Neighborhood District. The project is located at 18‑20 Country Way (Assessor’s Map/Block/Lot 53‑5‑34 & 53‑5‑35) and is submitted by applicant James Trenz, with owners listed as 20 Country Way LLC and NTC & Co. EB.O. James W. Trenz IRA. At 7:30 PM the committee will address old and new business, correspondence, administrative updates, and approve the minutes from 11‑4‑2025. The meeting will adjourn after these items.

• Site‑plan administrative review and stormwater permit for Greenbush Driftway Gateway (18‑20 Country Way)
• Approval of minutes from 11‑4‑2025
• Old business, new business, correspondence, and administrative updates

The committee approved the meeting notes from November 4, 2025. It renewed John Buckley for a new three‑year term on the Design Review Committee. The next meeting was set for January 20 at 6:30 p.m., with new material submissions due by January 13. The committee asked for a revised site plan and additional design details before the Planning Board can make a determination.

• Approved November 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Renewed John Buckley for a new 3‑year term
• Scheduled next meeting for January 20 at 6:30 p.m.
• Set new material submission deadline for January 13
• Requested revised site plan and additional design details before Planning Board determination

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The Scituate/Sucy-en-Brie Committee will review final details for a Fogg Museum trip, discuss a French movie, plan a food festival, receive any new information about Bastille Day, and consider adding their meetings to the town's monthly calendar. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Fogg Museum trip – final details
• French movie discussion
• Food festival planning meeting
• Update on Bastille Day information
• Addition of committee meetings to Scituate monthly calendar

The committee reviewed reports, planned a museum trip, discussed a French movie screening, an international food festival, and a larger Bastille Day celebration, and added meeting dates to the Scituate town calendar. No votes or formal approvals were recorded. The meeting adjourned and set the next meeting for January 6, 2026.

Select Board

The Select Board will interview members of the Cushing School Re‑Use Committee, then discuss and vote on several financial items. These include approval of the sale and issuance of the town’s December 2025 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan bonds and signing related closing documents. The board will also award the Cole Parkway Seawall Repair Project contract to T Ford Company for $227,680, review FY27 capital plan recommendations, and consider FY27 budget items and donations. Additional agenda items cover opening 2026 town‑meeting warrants and renewing drainlayers licenses for five contractors.

• Approve sale and issuance of the town’s December 2025 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan bonds
• Award Cole Parkway Seawall Repair Project contract to T Ford Company, $227,680 (Contract #25-FS-47)
• Discuss FY27 Capital Plan Recommendations from the Capital Planning Committee
• Review FY27 budget items and accept donations: $800 to Beautification Commission, $1,000 to Fire Department, $600 to VFW Satuit Post #3169 Inc.
• Renew Drainlayers licenses for D’Allessondro Corp, Ringler Excavations, Iaria Excavating LLC, Lankas Earthworks, and PEN Excavation

The board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda (5‑0). It approved the sale and issuance of the December 2025 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan bonds. The bond sale on November 18 received 11 bids, secured a 3.23% interest rate, a 20‑year term, and maintained the town’s AA+ credit rating.

• Agenda accepted (5‑0 vote)
• Approved sale and issuance of December 2025 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan bonds

Board of Health

The Scituate Board of Health will discuss and vote on Septic Betterment Application #14, which is a request by an owner to improve a failed septic system. The meeting also includes routine items such as old business, new business, directors report, other business, minutes, and administrative invoice approvals. No other substantive agenda items are listed.

• Septic Betterment Application #14 – owner request for a failed septic system

The Board of Health unanimously approved Betterment Request #14, authorizing up to $45,000 for septic system repairs. The board also approved an administrative invoice for a percolation test costing $280.00 by a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Betterment Request #14 up to $45,000 (unanimous)
• Approved administrative invoice for percolation test $280.00 (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss proposed development projects and a request to continue several public hearings to January 5, 2025. The meeting will also include an executive session regarding ongoing litigation.

• Public hearings for 9 development projects including raze/rebuilds and new construction
• Applicant requests to continue 4 public hearings to January 5, 2025
• Executive session to discuss strategy for litigation in Colvin v. Town of Scituate Conservation Commission
• Administrative items include Agent Report, Open Space update, and Minutes from 10/6/2025
• Order of Conditions amendment for 279-281 Old Oaken Bucket Rd

The Conservation Commission approved an Order of Conditions for 279‑281 Old Oaken Bucket Road by a 6‑0‑0 vote. It also closed the Notice of Intent hearings and issued Orders of Conditions for 45 Glades Road, 124 Grove Street, and 47 Rebecca Road. Several other projects were postponed, with continuations set for hearings on 164 Turner Road, 90‑96 Stockbridge Road, 138 Stockbridge Road, and 37 Revere Street, each delayed to January 5, 2026.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 279‑281 Old Oaken Bucket Rd (6-0-0)
• Closed Notice of Intent and issued Order of Conditions for 45 Glades Rd (6-0-0)
• Closed Notice of Intent and issued Order of Conditions for 124 Grove St (6-0-0)
• Closed Notice of Intent and issued Order of Conditions for 47 Rebecca Rd (5-0-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 164 Turner Rd to Jan 5 2026 (5-0-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 90‑96 Stockbridge Rd to Jan 5 2026 (5-0-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 138 Stockbridge Rd to Jan 5 2026 (6-0-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 37 Revere St to Jan 5 2026 (6-0-0)

Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee

The Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee will review and discuss the group project options that Collins Engineering presented in October. Members will then vote on those options. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving minutes and scheduling future business.

• Review and discuss Collins Engineering project options (presented in October)
• Vote on Collins Engineering project options
• Approve prior meeting minutes
• Schedule action items for next meeting

Historical Commission

The Scituate Historical Commission will approve minutes from October 2025 and discuss next steps for a preservation plan with Heritage Strategies. The meeting includes a discussion with the Scituate Historical Society and an update on the Mordecai Lincoln House.

• Approval of October 2025 minutes
• Discussion on Preservation Plan next steps
• Discussion with Scituate Historical Society
• Update on Mordecai Lincoln House
• Review of 2026 meeting dates

The commission approved the September 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other formal actions were voted on; the board discussed preservation‑plan progress, upcoming meetings, and state historic commission correspondence.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three applications for special permits. Each applicant seeks permission to raze and reconstruct a single‑family home on properties at 124 Grove St, 47 Rebecca Rd, and 8 Newell St. The requests involve non‑conforming lot dimensions, and two are located in floodplain or watershed protection districts.

• Special Permit/Finding for K&E Construction to raze and rebuild a single‑family home at 124 Grove St (approx. 37,349 sq ft lot).
• Special Permit/Finding for Mark & Kendra Hornbrook to raze and rebuild a single‑family home at 47 Rebecca Rd (approx. 6,820 sq ft lot) within Floodplain and Watershed Protection District.
• Special Permit/Finding for Christopher Winn to raze existing dwelling and accessory building, rebuild a new dwelling, and modify a preexisting structure at 8 Newell St (approx. 56,898 sq ft lot) in Floodplain & Watershed Protection Overlay.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved special permits and findings allowing raze‑and‑rebuild projects on three properties with existing non‑conforming lot dimensions. Each motion was seconded and passed unanimously. The board also accepted an amended garage setback plan for 35 Beaver Dam Road, approved prior meeting minutes, and adjourned the session.

• Approved special permit (section 810.2) for raze/rebuild at 124 Grove St (unanimous)
• Approved finding (MGL 40A, section 810.2) for raze/rebuild at 47 Rebecca Rd (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for floodplain modifications at 8 Newell St (unanimous)
• Approved finding (MGL 40A, section 810.2) for raze/rebuild at 8 Newell St (unanimous)
• Accepted amended plan for 35 Beaver Dam Rd meeting setback requirement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July, August, and October 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Advisory Committee

The Scituate Advisory Committee will review the FY27 proposed budgets for several town departments, including Assessors, Library, Town Clerk, Widow’s Walk Golf, and the FACTS Substance Abuse Program. The meeting will also consider approvals of the agenda and minutes before adjourning.

• Assessors (Dept 141) budget review
• Library (Dept 610) budget review
• Town Clerk (Dept 161) budget review
• Widow’s Walk Golf (Dept 661) budget review
• FACTS Substance Abuse Program (Dept 561) budget review

The committee voted 8‑0 to accept the meeting agenda. It then approved the November 6, 2025 minutes with a 6‑0‑2 vote. Finally, the members unanimously (8‑0) moved to adjourn the session at 7:59 p.m.

• Accept agenda – approved 8‑0 (unanimous)
• Accept November 6, 2025 minutes – approved 6‑0‑2
• Adjourn meeting – approved 8‑0 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Scituate Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a special permit for the Humarock Village Residential Overlay, with a request to postpone the decision to January 22, 2026. The board will also consider a site‑plan modification to increase an ADU at 26 Sylvester Rd, a request to remove a condition for a four‑unit cottage court at 19 Ford Place, and updates to zoning bylaws for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. Additionally, the board will approve the meeting minutes and address other routine items.

• Continued public hearing – Special Permit in the Humarock Village Residential Overlay (District 21 Central Avenue and 7 Marshfield Avenue) with continuance to Jan 22 2026
• Modification to Site Plan Administration Review for ADU at 26 Sylvester Rd to increase size from 851 sq ft to 892 sq ft
• Request to eliminate condition 89 of the Site Plan Review for Four‑Unit Cottage Court Development at 19 Ford Place
• Zoning bylaws update for Annual Town Meeting 2026
• Approval of meeting minutes

The board continued the public hearing for the South River Marina special permit to Jan 22 2026. It endorsed the site‑plan and storm‑water permit for 803 Country Way, approved a minor modification increasing the ADU at 26 Sylvester Road to 892 sq ft, and removed fire‑access condition 89 for the 19 Ford Place cottage‑court project. The board also approved the November 13, 2025 meeting minutes and a $2,402.50 purchase order for peer‑review services.

• Continue South River Marina special permit hearing to Jan 22 2026 (voice vote unanimous 3‑0)
• Endorse site‑plan and storm‑water permit for 803 Country Way (voice vote unanimous 4‑0)
• Approve ADU modification at 26 Sylvester Road, increasing size to 892 sq ft (voice vote unanimous 4‑0)
• Remove condition 89 from special permit for 19 Ford Place cottage‑court (voice vote unanimous 4‑0)
• Approve November 13, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote unanimous 4‑0)
• Approve Purchase Order #2604827 for $2,402.50 peer‑review services (voice vote unanimous 4‑0)

Beach Commission

The Beach Commission is meeting to review reports and discuss the management of seaweed and sanitation facilities. The body will also address beach cleanups.

• Beach cleanups
• Sanitation facilities
• Seaweed management
• Beach Reports

The Beach Commission accepted the October meeting minutes. It decided to skip the December meeting and schedule the next session for January 14, 2026 at 6 pm via Zoom. Members agreed that Chris Mason will draft initial survey ideas by email for a vote at the next meeting.

• Accepted October meeting minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 14 2026, skipping December meeting
• Tasked Chris Mason to draft survey ideas for vote at next meeting

Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will discuss an update concerning 165‑167 Stockbridge Road. It will also approve the October 2025 meeting minutes. The agenda includes acceptance of the agenda and consideration of new and old business items.

• Update – 165‑167 Stockbridge Road
• Approve October 2025 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of agenda
• New business
• Old business

The Affordable Housing Trust board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the October 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Capital Planning Committee

The Scituate Capital Planning Committee will meet on November 19, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Select Board Hearing Room. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and minutes, and a discussion and vote on recommendations for the FY2027 Capital Plan. Any other business may be considered before adjournment.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Discuss and vote on FY2027 Capital Plan recommendations
• Consider other business

The Capital Planning Committee voted to recommend all FY27 capital plan items except those specifically held back. The police firearms training range was approved, while the MS‑4 storm‑sewer system and several other projects were not recommended. All other listed projects received a recommendation to move forward.

• Recommend all FY27 capital plan items (excluding held‑back items) approved (4Y,0N)
• Police firearms training range recommended (4Y,0N)
• MS‑4 Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System not recommended (1Y,3N)
• Foreshore protection recommended (4Y,0N)
• Replace Harbormaster gazebo not recommended (0Y,4N)
• New protective fire‑suppression canopy over ASTs recommended (4Y,0N)
• New robotic mowers with charging outlets recommended (4Y,0N)
• Mooring Field regrid design and construction (2) not recommended (0Y,4N)

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority will approve the October 2025 meeting minutes and several routine financial items. The board will discuss the Director’s report covering vacancy, capital projects, and priorities. It will vote on participation in the Massachusetts Broadband Institute Retrofit Ancillary Grantee (RANGE) program and on re‑presenting a management agreement with Cohasset Housing Authority that includes a Champ leasing proposal.

• Approve October 2025 minutes
• Accept Accounts Payable Warrants
• Accept Monthly Financial Reconciliation Reports
• Authorize participation in Massachusetts Broadband Institute Retrofit Ancillary Grantee (RANGE) Program
• Authorize re‑presentation of Management Agreement to Cohasset Housing Authority, including Champ leasing proposal

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Scituate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will review and accept the minutes from July 23 and September 30, 2025. It will hear liaison reports, public comments, and examine current DEI projects. The committee will also discuss future meeting dates before adjourning.

• Review and acceptance of minutes (07/23/2025 and 09/30/2025)
• Liaison reports and community announcements (SSB, SPS, STRIDE/PRIDE)
• Public comment period
• Review of in‑flight DEI opportunities and projects
• Discussion of 2025 future meeting dates

Coastal Advisory Commission

The Scituate Coastal Advisory Commission will meet to receive updates on the town’s wireless alert system and identify liaison representatives for the MVP 2.0 and Cole Parkway redevelopment committee. Sub‑committees will discuss emergency‑management issues and state/federal legislative and regulatory developments. The commission will also select the date of its next meeting.

• Discussion/Update of Wireless Alert System
• Identify liaisons for MVP 2.0 and Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee
• Sub‑committee discussion on Emergency Management
• Sub‑committee discussion on State/Federal Legislative/Regulatory Tracking
• Select next meeting date

Beautification Commission

The Scituate Beautification Commission will review its mission statement, consider a T‑shirt design by E. Cushing, and decide on a date for holiday decorations at the townhall and Cole Parkway. The meeting also includes a thank‑you note for the garden designs at the Mordecai Lincoln Property and approval of the October minutes.

• Review Scituate Beautification Mission Statement
• Consider T‑shirt design submitted by E. Cushing
• Set date for holiday decorations at townhall and Cole Parkway
• Acknowledge garden design work by JM. Voelger and M. Tennaro at Mordecai Lincoln Property
• Approve October meeting minutes

The Scituate Beautification Commission unanimously approved the September 2025 minutes. The commission voted to adopt a revised mission statement for the commission. Discussion of a project at the town pumping station was postponed until the January meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 2025 minutes – all in favor
• Approved updated mission statement – all in favor
• Tabled pumping station project discussion until January meeting

Water Resources Commission

The Water Resources Commission will discuss updates regarding the water system, including a new storage tank and well test site drilling. The body will also receive updates from the Desalination Subcommittee and review education planning and polls.

• New Storage Tank update
• Well test site drilling update
• Reservoir Dredging Plans
• Desalination Subcommittee update
• Education Planning & Poll review

The Water Resources Commission approved the amended November 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. The commission then moved to adjourn the meeting, which passed unanimously (6‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved amended November 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous 6-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will review FY27 budget proposals from several town departments and agencies. It will discuss and vote on granting a license to Mass Electric Company (National Grid) for a temporary pole at 72 Ann Vinal Road for the new Cushing Hatherly School. New business includes a discussion of communication and public‑outreach survey results. The meeting also includes a police department anniversary recognition and routine liaison reports.

• Vote on granting a license to Mass Electric Company (National Grid) for a temporary pole at 72 Ann Vinal Road for the new Cushing Hatherly School
• Presentation and discussion of FY27 budget reviews for departments such as Disabilities, Historical Buildings, Town Clerk, Assessors, Board of Health, Widows Walk Enterprise, Recreation, Facilities, and Scituate Cable TV
• Recognition service marking the 30‑year anniversary of the Scituate Police Department
• Discussion of communication and public‑outreach survey results and next steps
• Routine liaison reports, correspondence approval, and meeting minutes

The Select Board voted 5-0 to accept the agenda for the November 18, 2025 meeting. No other motions were voted on, and the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and recognitions.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)

Scituate Bicycle Committee

The Scituate Bicycle Committee is meeting to review progress on bike routes, grant applications, and educational programs. The body is coordinating updates on infrastructure projects and planning a public open house for January 26.

• CPC Grant and Mass DOT grant progress
• Route updates for 3A and Old Forge Lane
• Bike parking needs for Cole Parkway redesign and Pier 44 plan
• Spring bike rodeos, ambassador program, and maintenance training
• Planning for January 26 Open House

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding various residential developments, including new dwellings and raze-and-rebuild projects. The body will also review a request for tree removal and process several certificates of compliance.

• 0 Bossy Lane: proposed new single-family dwelling, driveway, septic, and wetland crossing
• 124 Grove St: proposed raze/rebuild and stormwater work in buffer to BVW
• 0 Bailey’s Island: proposed new single-family dwelling and septic
• 47 Rebecca Rd: proposed raze and rebuild in LSCSF and dune
• 142 Captain Peirce: request for determination of applicability for tree removal in riverfront

The commission accepted its agenda unanimously. It closed the amendment hearing for 279‑281 Old Oaken Bucket Road and approved an amended Order of Conditions. Several pending Notice of Intent hearings were postponed to December dates, and a Negative 2 Determination was issued for tree removal at 142 Captain Peirce Road. The board also approved Orders of Conditions for 70 Glades Road and 46 Atlantic Avenue.

• Approved Amended Order of Conditions for 279‑281 Old Oaken Bucket Rd (6‑0‑0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 70 Glades Road (6‑0‑0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 46 Atlantic Ave (6‑0‑0)
• Issued Negative 2 Determination for 142 Captain Peirce Rd (6‑0‑0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 0 Bossy Lane to Dec 15, 2025 (6‑0‑0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 124 Grove Street to Dec 1, 2025 (6‑0‑0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 22 Barry’s Landing to Dec 15, 2025 (6‑0‑0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 47 Rebecca Road to Dec 1, 2025 (6‑0‑0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will consider funding motions for holiday events in North Scituate Village and the Scituate Harbor. The body will also discuss the EDC budget and project planning following a strategy meeting.

• Grant application: North Scituate Merchants - Holiday Night in North Scituate Village
• Grant application: Scituate Harbor Business Association - Holidays in the Harbor
• EDC budget discussion
• Project planning following EDC Strategy Meeting

The commission approved two holiday‑event grants—$3,000 for the North Scituate Village night and $750 for a magician at the Harbor event—both unanimously. Minutes for the July, August, and September meetings were approved. The commission also set the next EDC meetings for Dec. 15 and Jan. 12.

• Approved July‑September meeting minutes
• Approved $3,000 grant for Holiday Night in North Scituate Village (unanimous)
• Approved $750 grant for Harbor magician on Dec. 6 (unanimous)
• Scheduled EDC meeting for Dec. 15 at 7 pm
• Scheduled EDC meeting for Jan. 12 at 7 pm

Scituate Harbor Advisory Redevelopment Commission (SHARC)

The Scituate Harbor Advisory Redevelopment Commission will review the status of the harbor mural project and outline next steps. Commissioners will plan upcoming winter events for the Cultural District. The commission will vote to approve the minutes from the October 17, 2025 meeting and schedule the next meeting.

• Mural Update and next steps
• Winter Event Planning
• Approval of October 17, 2025 Minutes
• Set Next Meeting

Planning Board

The Scituate Planning Board will conduct continued public hearings on three major site plan items: an administrative review for 18‑20 Country Way in the Greenbush Village Center Subdistrict, a major site plan review and stormwater permit for 799 and 801 Country Way, and a modification request for 803 Country Way. The meeting will also include a discussion of the zoning update for ATM 2026, approval of minutes, and routine reports.

• Continued public hearing – Major Site Plan Administrative Review – 18‑20 Country Way (Greenbush Village Center Subdistrict)
• Continued public hearing – Major Site Plan Review and Stormwater Permit – 799 and 801 Country Way
• Modification Request – 803 Country Way
• Discussion – Zoning Update for ATM 2026
• Approve minutes and routine administrative reports

The board unanimously accepted the posted agenda and approved the October 23 meeting minutes. It granted a continuance of the public hearing for the 18‑20 Country Way site plan to December 18, 2025, with action filing extended to February 27, 2026. The board also approved five purchase orders totaling $11,921.11. A motion to adopt Findings of Fact for the 799‑801 Country Way project was also carried.

• Accepted agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for 18‑20 Country Way to Dec 18, 2025 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved October 23, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved PO #2604203 for $5,061.18 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved PO #2604214 for $1,900.00 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved PO #2604389 for $110.53 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved PO #2604716 for $4,680.00 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved PO #2604717 for $169.40 (voice vote, unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Scituate Council on Aging Board will meet at the Senior Center on November 13 at 5:00 p.m. The agenda includes approval of the October minutes, reports from Director Linda Kelley and staff, liaison updates from the Select Board, SSES, and FOSS, and a discussion of old and new business. No specific resolutions, contracts, or ordinance actions are listed.

• Approve OCT Minutes
• Reports from COA Director Linda Kelley & staff
• Liaison updates: Select Board—Freya Schlegel, SSES—Kenzy Vandebroek, FOSS—Elaine Schembari
• Old/New Business discussion

Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee

The committee will receive updates on a Request for Proposals (RFP) for historic architects and the status of a draft report. Members will also discuss funding strategies involving Town Meeting and the Community Preservation Committee (CPC).

• RFP to engage historic architects and Master Plan draft report status
• Funding strategy updates regarding Town Meeting and CPC funding
• Caretaker house renovation update
• Asbestos and clean-up status for the Mill and Main House
• Outdoor space enhancements

Commission on Disabilities

The Scituate Commission on Disabilities will meet on November 12, 2025 to consider a range of agenda items, including AAE 2025, a Norwell CoD movie, a condolence letter, communication boards, Wampatuck School architectural plans, beach access, and the Treasurer’s Report. Public comment will be limited to ten minutes total with no debate, and items may be taken under advisement for future meetings. No specific actions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• AAE 2025
• Norwell CoD Movie
• Communication Boards
• Wampatuck School Architectural Plans
• Beach Access

The commission approved an additional $62.10 for water bottles using handicapped parking fines funds, bringing total water‑bottle spending to $562.10. The meeting was formally closed with a unanimous motion. No other substantive actions were decided at this session.

• Approved $62.10 for water bottles (total $562.10 spent)
• Motion to close the meeting carried unanimously

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will give a financial update and discuss potential votes on all user fees. It will receive reports on harbormaster activities, dredging of the harbor and nearby rivers, and updates from liaison committees. Old business on buoy modernization will also be considered, followed by updates from the police department and fishermen/lobstermen.

• Financial Update – discussion of possible votes on all user fees
• Harbormaster Report – shoulder season and dredge updates for harbor and rivers, including Town of Marshfield
• Old Business – Buoy Modernization
• Police Department Update
• Fisherman / Lobstermen update

The commission placed the buoy modernization project on indefinite hold. The agenda and the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting were each accepted unanimously (6‑0). Members agreed to submit fee‑related numbers to Brian Kelly for analysis and to have him create a comparison workbook before the December 3 meeting.

• Agenda accepted (6-0)
• Minutes from Oct 15, 2025 accepted (6-0)
• Buoy modernization project placed on indefinite hold
• Members to submit proposed fee numbers to Brian Kelly for analysis
• Brian Kelly to create a workbook tool for fee comparison
• Adjournment motion passed (6-0)

Capital Planning Committee

The Scituate Capital Planning Committee will consider routine agenda and minutes approvals. The main discussion will be a review of the FY2027‑2031 capital plan submissions from the Sewer Enterprise, Water Enterprise, and the School Department. No other specific actions are listed.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Review of FY2027‑2031 capital plan submissions – Sewer Enterprise
• Review of FY2027‑2031 capital plan submissions – Water Enterprise
• Review of FY2027‑2031 capital plan submissions – School Department

The Capital Planning Committee met on November 12, 2025, and unanimously approved the agenda and the prior meeting’s minutes (4‑0 each). Members presented FY27 capital requests totaling $10,155,750 across Sewer ($6,950,750), Water ($1,305,000) and School ($1,900,000) enterprises, but no votes were recorded on those projects. Two additional Sewer requests were not recommended, one Water request was not recommended, and a School playground request was withdrawn with its funds re‑allocated.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes (4-0)

Council on Aging

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. It decided to place any significant drainage grading on hold until a full Master Landscape Plan is developed, which will require spring 2026 budget funding. No other actions were approved or denied at this meeting.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Put significant drainage grading on hold pending master landscape plan

Library Board of Trustees

The Scituate Library Board will vote on the town's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement. They will discuss the Meeting Room Policy, with a vote planned for December. Budget items, including a 5% reduction proposal and capital planning updates, will be reviewed. Several operational updates and upcoming closure dates are also noted.

• DEI Statement – vote
• Meeting Room Policy – discussion (vote scheduled for Dec.)
• 5% Reduction Proposal – budget review
• Capital Planning Meeting update (10/29)
• Library closure dates for Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving week

The Trustees approved the October meeting minutes. A discussion and vote on the DEI statement were postponed to next month. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October meeting minutes
• Postponed DEI discussion and vote to next month
• Approved motion to adjourn

Community Preservation Committee

The Scituate Community Preservation Committee will discuss and vote on the meeting agenda and October minutes, consider the proposed acquisition of the Cranberry Bog, and decide on projects for new basketball courts and an NFS fitness court. Additional new or old business items will also be addressed before adjournment.

• Vote on Cranberry Bog Acquisition
• Vote on Basketball Courts project
• Vote on NFS Fitness Court
• Approval of November 10 agenda
• Approval of October meeting minutes

The committee accepted the agenda and the October 20 minutes unanimously. It approved $1.2 million from CPC funds to fully rehabilitate the town’s basketball courts, with an 8‑0 vote. The board moved to table further discussion of the NFS Fitness Court project. The meeting was adjourned by an 8‑0 vote.

• Accepted agenda (8‑0)
• Accepted minutes (8‑0)
• Approved $1.2 M basketball court rehabilitation (8‑0)
• Tabled further discussion of NFS Fitness Court project (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (8‑0)

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will meet to review grant applications and determine funding allocations. The meeting includes a public comment session and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Review and allocation of grant applications

Advisory Committee

The Scituate Advisory Committee will first approve the agenda and minutes. It will then hear a presentation of the FY27 Town Administrator Recommended General Fund, Enterprise and Capital Budgets by Town Administrator Jim Boudreau and Finance Director Nancy Holt. The committee will review the proposed FY27 budgets for multiple town departments and programs. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of FY27 Town Administrator Recommended General Fund, Enterprise and Capital Budgets
• Review of FY27 proposed budget for Town Administration/Select Board (Dept 123)
• Review of FY27 proposed budget for Advisory Committee (Dept 131)
• Review of FY27 proposed budget for Reserve Fund (Dept 132)
• Review of FY27 proposed budget for Street Lights (Dept 424)

The Advisory Committee voted unanimously (7-0) to accept the meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting by a 7-0 roll‑call vote. A FY27 budget presentation was given, but no vote or approval was recorded. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously (7-0).

• Accepted agenda (7-0)
• Accepted minutes of Nov 3, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Sidewalk Subcommittee is hosting a public forum to update residents on sidewalk planning and construction. The body is seeking public input to identify and prioritize potential projects for safe pedestrian routes. Discussion of project costs and timelines is excluded from the meeting's charge.

• Update on recent sidewalk planning and construction
• Identification and prioritization of potential sidewalk projects
• Public input session for pedestrian route connectivity

Department of Veteran Services

The Veterans Advisory Council will meet to review reports from the VSO and Treasurer. The body will discuss updates regarding the Vietnam and Aliis Veterans Memorials and recap a recent presentation to the Select Board.

• Fundraising with VFW
• Vietnam Memorial update
• Aliis Veterans Memorial update
• Recap of October 28th presentation to the Select Board

Recreation Department

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the acceptance of a National Fitness Campaign (NFC) grant. The body will also receive updates on the Scituate Court Renovations Project and various athletic facility repairs.

• Vote on acceptance of NFC grant
• Update on Scituate Court Renovations Project at 460 First Parish
• Discussion of Rec Track Repair
• Update on National Fitness Campaign Fitness Courts
• Report on Volleyball Net System and Rec League

The Recreation Commission approved support for a $50,000 fitness court grant, contingent on the town providing the remaining $414,750. Meg Delisi was hired as the new Recreation Registrar. The commission also accepted the September 24 minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Supported fitness court grant contingent on town funding (unanimous)
• Hired Meg Delisi as new Recreation Registrar
• Accepted September 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:50 PM (unanimous)

Veterans Advisory Council

The Scituate Veterans Advisory Council will meet on November 5, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. at the Scituate VFW. The agenda includes routine business such as accepting the October meeting minutes, public comment, reports from the VSO, fundraising activities with the VFW, and updates on the Vietnam and Aliis Veterans memorials. The council will also recap the October 28 presentation to the Select Board, address other business, and set future meeting dates.

• Accept October meeting minutes
• Public comment
• VSO report
• Fundraising with VFW
• Vietnam Memorial update

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on six pending applications and amendments for projects at various addresses, including a boat house with ten residential units, accessory dwellings, raze‑and‑rebuild projects, a deck, and an addition. Applicants and their representatives are listed for each site. The meeting will also address an amendment request for 279‑281 Old Oaken Bucket Rd and a modification request for 42 Crescent Ave, as well as routine enforcement items.

• 21 Central Ave / 7 Marshfield Ave – boat house, ten residential units, parking, septic, stormwater management (applicant: South River Marina Realty LLC & Union Street Realty Trust, LLC; representative: Merrill Engineering)
• 30 Marshfield Ave – accessory dwelling and septic (applicant: Stephen Tripp; representative: Land Planning, Inc.)
• 46 Atlantic Dr – raze and rebuild in barrier beach (applicant: Nancy Jo Benelli; representative: Grady Consulting)
• 70 Glades Rd – raze and rebuild in dune (applicant: Horace & Emily Tjakra; representative: Morse Eng.)
• 8 Oliver St – deck in LSCSF, riverfront, barrier beach (applicant: Glen & Marybeth Giovanicci; representative: Morse Eng.)

The commission accepted its agenda unanimously. It voted to continue two pending Notice of Intent hearings until December 15, 2025, and to close several other hearings, issuing Orders of Conditions. The commission also approved a modification for 42 Crescent Ave. All votes were unanimous or near‑unanimous.

• Agenda accepted (6-0-0)
• Continue 21 Central Ave/7 Marshfield Ave hearing to Dec 15, 2025 (6-0-0)
• Continue 30 Marshfield Ave hearing to Dec 15, 2025 (5-0-0, one recused)
• Close 46 Atlantic Drive hearing and issue Order of Conditions (6-0-0)
• Close 70 Glades Road amendment hearing (6-0-0)
• Close 8 Oliver Street hearing and issue Order of Conditions (6-0-0)
• Close 12 Cairo Circle hearing and issue Order of Conditions (6-0-0)
• Approve modification for 42 Crescent Ave (6-0-0)

Capital Planning Committee

The Scituate Capital Planning Committee will consider routine agenda and minutes approvals. It will then review the FY2027‑2031 Capital Plan submissions from the Department of Public Works for Engineering, Highway & Public Grounds, and the Transfer Station Enterprise. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve meeting agenda
• Approve prior meeting minutes
• Review FY2027‑2031 Capital Plan submission – DPW Engineering
• Review FY2027‑2031 Capital Plan submission – DPW Highway & Public Grounds
• Review FY2027‑2031 Capital Plan submission – Transfer Station Enterprise

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will hold a public meeting at 6:30 p.m. to conduct an administrative review of the site plan and stormwater permit for the property at 18‑20 Country Way in the Greenbush Village Center Subdistrict. The review concerns Assessor’s Map/Block/Lot 53‑5‑34 & 53‑5‑35, submitted by applicant James Trenz and owned by 20 Country Way LLC and James W. Trenz IRA. At 7:30 p.m., the committee will consider old and new business, including approval of the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. The meeting will adjourn after these items.

• Administrative review of site plan for 18‑20 Country Way (Lot 53‑5‑34 & 53‑5‑35)
• Stormwater permit review for 18‑20 Country Way
• Approval of minutes from the 4/8/2025 Design Review Committee meeting
• Discussion of old and new business, correspondence, and updates

The committee approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting, changing the project address from 830 to 803. It asked for a redesign of the building front to meet step‑back requirements and for a 3‑D street view of the site. Additional detail on materials, colors, signage, and HVAC/mechanical equipment was also requested. The next meeting is set for December 2, with revised material submissions due November 28.

• Approved meeting notes with address change from 830 to 803 (no vote tally recorded)
• Requested redesign of building front to address step‑back non‑conformity
• Requested 3‑D street view of building in context
• Requested detailed materials, colors, and signage information
• Requested HVAC and mechanical equipment be shown on revised plans
• Set deadline for revised material submission by November 28
• Scheduled next Design Review Committee meeting for December 2

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss and vote on a septic local upgrade request and establish the 2026 meeting schedule. The session includes standard administrative invoice approvals and minutes review.

• Septic local upgrade request for 27 Cherry Lane (Morse Engineering, Inc)
• Vote on 2026 Board of Health meeting dates
• Administrative invoice approvals

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The scheduled Scituate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee meeting for November 4, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The agenda had listed items such as review of minutes, liaison reports, public comment, and review of in‑flight projects, but the meeting did not occur.

• Review and Acceptance of Minutes – 07/23/2025 and 09/30/2025
• Liaison Reports and Community Announcements
• Public Comment
• Review of In‑Flight Opportunities and Projects
• Discussion of 2025 Future Meeting Dates

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The committee will review the secretary's and accountant's reports and discuss a visit to the Fogg Museum, a French movie discussion, a food festival, and Bastille Day musicians.

• Secretary's report
• Accountant's report
• Fogg Museum visit
• French movie discussion
• Food festival

The committee voted to donate $500 to the Scituate food pantry. No other actions were formally approved; the meeting also discussed a museum visit, a French movie screening, a food festival, Bastille Day musicians, and plans for adult hosting in future years.

• Approved $500 donation to Scituate food pantry (vote passed)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the installation of a tide gage at Driftway Park and review FY27 budget requests for several town departments. The board will also vote on a construction change order for the Water Treatment Plant and final drafts for historical property leases.

• Vote on Change Order #3 to Methuen Construction of Plaistow, NH for $338,738.03
• Presentation on Tide Gage installation at Driftway Park
• FY27 Budget Review for Library, Council on Aging, and Treasurer Collector
• Vote on Final Draft Historical Property Leases
• Vote on Committee Liaison Structure and Public Outreach

The Select Board unanimously accepted the agenda (4‑0). It then voted to proceed with the execution of the new leases for the Mann House and the Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage (5‑0). The Board also unanimously supported installing a low‑cost tide gauge at Driftway Park, though no formal vote was taken.

• Accepted agenda (4-0)
• Approved execution of new leases for Mann House and Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage (5-0)
• Unanimously supported installation of tide gauge at Driftway Park (no formal vote)

Board of Health

The South Shore Public Health Collaborative will meet to discuss the FY26 budget, staffing, and workplan priorities. The board will also vote on the format for the Hoarding Disorder Group.

• Vote on format for Hoarding Disorder Group
• Discussion of FY26 Budget and Staffing
• Discussion on Workplan Activities and Priorities

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to discuss and vote on items related to the Special Town Meeting. The session is scheduled to take place at the Scituate High School Gymnasium.

• Discussion and vote on Town Meeting related items

The Scituate Select Board met on November 3, 2025 at the high school. No substantive items were presented; the board only addressed agenda acceptance, a recess, and adjournment. Each motion passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Moved to recess (5-0)
• Moved to adjourn (5-0)

Advisory Committee

The committee unanimously accepted the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes. A unanimous recommendation was made to transfer $25,500 from the reserve fund to the Facilities Department technical services account, and the meeting was suspended and adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted agenda (8-0)
• Accepted September 25, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Recommended $25,500 reserve fund transfer to Facilities Dept technical services account (8-0)
• Suspended meeting and adjourned (9-0)

Board of Health

The South Shore Public Health Collaborative will meet virtually to approve minutes, discuss the Hoarding Disorder program format, review FY26 budget and staffing, and review workplan priorities.

• Vote to approve October 16 meeting minutes
• Vote on format for Hoarding Disorder Group
• Discussion of FY26 Budget and Staffing
• Discussion on Workplan Activities and Priorities
• Public Health Events discussion

Town Clerk

The Scituate Town Clerk’s office will review the warrant articles that will appear on the November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting agenda. The review is to ensure the articles are correctly prepared before the meeting. No decisions are being made at this session; it is a procedural step.

• Review of warrant articles for the November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee approved the agenda (4Y‑0) and the minutes (4Y‑0). FY27 capital requests were presented, but the Trailer Restrooms and Showers request and the Town Hall Parking Lot Repaving request were not recommended for inclusion in the FY27 plan. No other decisions were recorded.

• Approved agenda (4Y-0)
• Approved minutes (4Y-0)
• Did not recommend Trailer Restrooms and Showers for FY27 plan
• Did not recommend Town Hall Parking Lot Repaving for FY27 plan

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will present its Housing Production Plan at the Select Board meeting. The presentation will be given by consultant Karen Sunnarborg. The board will discuss the plan during the meeting.

• Presentation of the Housing Production Plan by consultant Karen Sunnarborg

Select Board

The Scituate Select Board will consider several public hearings and votes, including a FY26 tax classification hearing and a presentation on the town's housing production plan. The board will discuss and vote on opting out of the Community Choice Energy program for municipal electricity accounts and awarding a 24‑month contract to BP Energy. Additional items include a fee adjustment for Union Cemetery and a final draft of historical property leases.

• Public hearing FY26 Tax Classification Hearing with Chair Steve Guard and Assessor Joseph Divito
• Discuss/Vote to opt out of Scituate Community Choice Energy and award a 24‑month contract to BP Energy
• Discuss/Vote to adjust fees at Union Cemetery
• Discuss/Vote on final draft Historical Property Leases
• Discuss/Vote on change of manager for The Barker House by Wedgewood Weddings, Inc.

The Select Board accepted the meeting agenda unanimously (5-0). It then voted to approve the Residential Factor tax classification under MGL Chapter 58, Section 1A, also unanimously (5-0). Finally, the Board approved the application to change the manager of the Barker House to Megan Palencia, again with a unanimous vote (5-0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Approved Residential Factor tax classification (5-0)
• Approved change of manager for Barker House – Megan Palencia (5-0)

Select Board

The Scituate Select Board meeting on Oct 28, 2025 includes a public hearing on FY26 tax classification. The board will discuss and vote on items such as changing the manager of The Barker House, a housing production plan, and the FY27 budget. They will also vote to opt out of the Community Choice Energy program and award a 24‑month contract to BP Energy for municipal electricity. Additional votes cover historical property leases, fee adjustments at Union Cemetery, and new business items on employee disclosure and public outreach.

• Opt‑out of Scituate Community Choice Energy and award 24‑month contract to BP Energy
• Adjust fees at Union Cemetery
• Final draft historical property leases
• Change of manager for The Barker House (Wedgewood Weddings, Inc.)
• FY27 budget presentation covering advisory committee, reserve fund, insurance, street lights, workers comp, unemployment

The board accepted the meeting agenda unanimously (5‑0). It approved the Residential Factor under MGL Chapter 58, Section 1A with a unanimous vote (5‑0). The board also approved the change of manager for the Barker House to Megan Palencia, again unanimously (5‑0). The National Grid pole request was withdrawn.

• Accepted agenda (5‑0)
• Approved Residential Factor tax adjustment (5‑0)
• Approved change of manager for Barker House to Megan Palencia (5‑0)
• National Grid Pole #3119949 request withdrawn

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee approved all sections reviewed with no changes recommended, and added the Affordable Housing Trust to the list of committees. A motion was made by Lincoln, seconded by Chris, and passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 PM and the next meeting is set for 11/13/2025.

• No changes recommended for Sections E, F, and G (approved as written)
• No changes recommended for Section 20200 (elected officials)
• No changes recommended for Sections 20300 and 20310 (town administrator and appointment)
• No changes recommended for Section 20320 (additional powers, duties, responsibilities)
• No changes recommended for Section 20410 (indefinite terms)
• No changes recommended for Section 20420 (three‑year terms)
• Affordable Housing Trust added to the list of committees
• Motion made by Lincoln, seconded by Chris, passed unanimously

Planning Board

The Board accepted the agenda and then approved the revised Stormwater Regulations dated October 20, 2025, with an effective date of October 27, 2025. It also approved the meeting minutes and four purchase orders totaling $6,999.75. The Board noted the Attorney General’s decision on accessory dwelling unit zoning bylaws and agreed to remove the words “not necessarily” from Section 4(A) of the stormwater regulations.

• Accepted agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted revised Stormwater Regulations dated Oct 20, 2025, effective Oct 27, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved meeting minutes for Oct 23, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved purchase orders #2603902 ($629.75), #2603903 ($1,967.50), #2603906 ($2,192.50), #2604090 ($2,210) (unanimous voice vote)
• Noted Attorney General’s decision on ADU zoning bylaws (no vote recorded)
• Agreed to strike the words “not necessarily” from Section 4(A) of the stormwater regulations (unanimous voice vote)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The scheduled Scituate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee meeting for October 22, 2025 was canceled. Because the meeting did not occur, no agenda items were decided, discussed, or voted on. The agenda listed typical items such as review of minutes, liaison reports, public comment, and future meeting dates, but none were acted upon.

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will review budget submissions for the FY2027-2031 Capital Plan. Presentations will be provided by the Information Technology Director, the Chief of Police, and the Fire Chief.

• Review of FY2027-2031 Capital Plan submission from Information Technology
• Review of FY2027-2031 Capital Plan submission from Police Department
• Review of FY2027-2031 Capital Plan submission from Fire Department

The Capital Planning Committee voted to accept the agenda with a 4‑yes, 0‑no tally. The committee also approved the previous meeting's minutes by the same unanimous vote. No other items were decided at this meeting.

• Approved agenda (4Y‑0)
• Approved minutes (4Y‑0)

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority will meet to authorize the FY 2026 Budget and an Affirmative Action Goal. The board will also review financial reports and discuss the Director's Report.

• Authorization of FY 2026 Budget
• Authorization of Affirmative Action Goal
• Authorization of bad debt adjustment
• Acceptance of Accounts Payable Warrants
• Discussion of capital projects and vacancy updates

Coastal Advisory Commission

The Scituate Coastal Advisory Commission will meet to discuss the wireless alert system and reorganize its membership. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 6:00 pm.

• Discussion of Wireless Alert System
• Commission Reorganization
• New Member Welcome/Introductions
• Public Comment period (10 minutes)

Beautification Commission

The Scituate Beautification Commission will consider an update to its mission statement. It will also review a new T‑shirt design, plans for holiday decorations at Town Hall, and ideas for a "Friends of the Beautification Commission" group. A pending request to plant a tree at Greenbush Rotary Park was noted as not approved for the near term.

• Discuss updating Scituate Beautification Mission Statement (presented by D. Shepherd)
• Review T‑shirt design proposal (presented by E. Cushing)
• Consider holiday decorations at Town Hall (Leslie Powers)
• Explore ideas to develop a Friends of the Beautification Commission group
• Old business: tree planting request at Greenbush Rotary Park not approved for immediate future

The commission unanimously approved the September meeting minutes. It also approved allocating up to $2,500 for new plantings on railroad islands and adopted a revised beautification mission statement. Several action items were assigned, including tee‑shirt design with Goodwin Graphics, holiday tree purchases, and outreach to the Garden Club.

• Approved September minutes (unanimous)
• Approved allocation up to $2,500 for railroad island plantings (unanimous)
• Approved new Beautification Mission Statement (unanimous)
• Assigned E. Cushing to design tee‑shirt logo; Goodwin Graphics selected for production
• Assigned L. Powers to investigate 6‑7 trees at $10 each; S. Casey to purchase a Boy Scouts tree for Harbour Gazebo
• Assigned Sue, Erica, and Sytske to meet with Shari Moak‑Young on 11/29 for usernames and logins
• Assigned J. Voegler to inventory shed for Ship Shape Day on May 2, 2026
• Assigned K. McCormack to contact Marla Minier of the Garden Club for educational collaboration

Water Resources Commission

The commission will receive updates on the town's water system, including a new storage tank, well test site drilling, and reservoir dredging plans. It will also hear reports from the Desalination Subcommittee, education planning and poll review, and web content updates for the new CMS. Additional agenda items include subcommittee discussions, liaison updates, approval of September minutes, and open discussion.

• New storage tank update
• Well test site drilling update
• Reservoir dredging plans
• Desalination Subcommittee update
• Education planning & poll review

The Water Resources Commission approved the amended September 2025 minutes with a vote of 5-0 and one abstention. The commission then adjourned the October 21, 2025 meeting unanimously (6-0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous 6-0)

Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee

The Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee will discuss resident concerns about parking on Kent Street and speed limits in the Sand Hill Neighborhood and on Mann Hill Road. It will consider revising the town’s traffic schedule for Glades Road, including eliminating 15‑minute parking at the former post office, adding lifeguard‑only parking, and reducing parallel‑parking limits. Additional items include new parking restrictions on Kent Street and the adoption of regulations for e‑bikes, motor scooters, and golf carts. The committee will also address the pending matter listed as 18‑20 Country Way.

• Parking restriction on Kent Street between First Parish Road & Vinal Ave
• Redefine Glades Road traffic schedule: eliminate 15‑minute parking, add lifeguard‑only parking, reduce parallel parking limits
• Speed limit concerns for Sand Hill Neighborhood
• Speed limit concerns for Mann Hill Road
• Regulations for e‑bikes, motor scooters, and golf carts

The Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee voted to approve updated language for Section 2 of the Town of Scituate Traffic Schedule. The approved changes eliminate 15‑minute parking at 76 Glades Road, reduce parallel parking spaces from 102 to 90 on Glades Road, create lifeguard‑only spots on Glades Road, and call for further review of No‑Parking signage on Kent Street. The approval will be forwarded to the Select Board for final sign‑off. The meeting adjourned unanimously at 6:10 PM.

• Approved updated Section 2 Traffic Schedule language (unanimous)
• Eliminated 15‑minute parking at 76 Glades Road (as part of approved language)
• Reduced parallel parking from 102 to 90 spaces on Glades Road (as part of approved language)
• Designated lifeguard‑only parking spots on Glades Road (as part of approved language)
• Directed further review of No‑Parking signs on Kent Street (as part of approved language)
• Accepted agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted July 15, 2025 meeting notes (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Community Preservation Committee

The Scituate Community Preservation Committee will discuss and vote on several items, including the August meeting minutes and multiple park and recreation projects. Specific items include the Cranberry Bog acquisition, basketball courts, the NFS fitness court, Pier 44 park construction, and the Mordecai Lincoln Phase II project. No dollar amounts, street names, or detailed descriptions are provided in the agenda.

• Vote on August meeting minutes
• Vote on Cranberry Bog acquisition
• Vote on basketball courts
• Vote on NFS fitness court
• Vote on Pier 44 park construction

The committee accepted the agenda and the August 11 minutes with an 8‑of‑9 vote. Matt Chase was appointed as the Recreation liaison, replacing Mike Connor. The committee approved a $200,000 transfer from CPC funds to the Mordecai Lincoln renovation project by unanimous vote. The regular meeting and the subsequent executive session were both adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted agenda (8/9 in favor)
• Accepted minutes (8/9 in favor)
• Appointed Matt Chase as Recreation liaison, replacing Mike Connor
• Approved $200,000 CPC funding for Mordecai Lincoln renovation (unanimous 8/9)
• Adjourned regular meeting (unanimous 8/9)
• Adjourned executive session (unanimous 8/9)

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss public hearings on coastal and wetland projects, including utility work and building permits. The body will also consider administrative items and enforcement matters.

• Public hearing for utility poles at 434-451 Hatherly Road
• Continued public hearing for First Cliff Revetment Rehabilitation
• Continued public hearing for new dwelling at 0 Bailey’s Island
• Continued public hearing for new dwelling at 0 Bossy Lane
• Continued public hearing for pool and patio at 22 Barry’s Landing

The commission approved an Order of Conditions for the Second Cliff Revetment Rehabilitation (4‑0‑0). It also issued a Negative 3 Determination for the 434‑451 Hatherly Road utility pole project (5‑0‑0) and closed the Notice of Intent for the First Cliff Revetment Rehabilitation (5‑0‑0). Several Notice of Intent hearings were continued to November 2025.

• Approved Negative 3 Determination for 434-451 Hatherly Road (5-0-0)
• Closed NOI and issued Order of Conditions for First Cliff Revetment Rehabilitation (5-0-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 0 Bailey’s Island to Nov 17, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 0 Bossy Lane to Nov 17, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 22 Barry’s Landing to Nov 17, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 47 Rebecca Road to Nov 17, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 46 Atlantic Drive to Nov 5, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Second Cliff Revetment Rehabilitation (4-0-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Scituate Economic Development Commission will review two grant applications: one for the North Scituate Merchants' Holiday Night in North Scituate Village and another for the Scituate Harbor Business Association's Holidays in the Harbor. The meeting will also include follow‑up discussion on the marketing strategy and continued planning after the EDC strategy session. Public input will be limited to ten minutes, with three minutes per speaker.

• Grant application – North Scituate Merchants: Holiday Night in North Scituate Village
• Grant application – Scituate Harbor Business Association: Holidays in the Harbor
• Follow‑up from marketing strategy discussion
• Continued work planning after EDC strategy meeting
• Public input limited to ten minutes (three minutes per person)

Economic Development Commission

The Scituate Economic Development Commission will review two grant applications: one for the North Scituate Merchants' Holiday Night and another for the Scituate Harbor Business Association's Holidays in the Harbor. The meeting will also include officer reports, subcommittee updates, and a follow‑up discussion on the marketing strategy. Public input will be limited to items posted on the agenda.

• Grant application for North Scituate Merchants – Holiday Night in North Scituate Village
• Grant application for Scituate Harbor Business Association – Holidays in the Harbor
• Officer reports
• Subcommittee updates
• Follow‑up from marketing strategy discussion

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its September 17, 2025 meeting. Members will recap the recent ArtWalk event. An update on the mural project and its timeline will be presented. The committee will discuss planning for a December event and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of September 17, 2025 minutes
• ArtWalk recap
• Mural project update and timeline
• December event planning
• Set date for next meeting

The committee unanimously approved Amanda Hill's mural concept and authorized a $6,000 upfront payment, with the balance due on completion. The minutes from the August 20 and September 4 meetings were each approved. The group adopted an earlier start time of 8:15 AM for future meetings and scheduled the next meeting for Friday, October 17.

• Approved Amanda Hill mural concept (unanimous)
• Authorized $6,000 upfront payment to Amanda Hill pending signatures
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2025 (motion passed)
• Approved minutes of September 4, 2025 (motion passed)
• Set future meeting start time to 8:15 AM
• Scheduled next meeting for Friday, October 17, 2025

Historical Commission

The Scituate Historical Commission will review the Heritage Strategies Preservation Plan and decide on next steps. It will also receive updates on the Mordecai Lincoln House and the tercentenary signage. Additional items include correspondence from the Massachusetts Historical Commission and a review of the 2026 meeting calendar.

• Preservation Plan – Heritage Strategies – Next Steps
• Update on Mordecai Lincoln House
• Tercentenary Signs
• Massachusetts Historical Commission Correspondence
• Upcoming Meeting dates – 2026 calendar review

The Historical Commission voted 3‑0 to approve the September 2025 meeting minutes. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on the preservation plan, staffing, correspondence with state agencies, and project progress, but no further actions were decided.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Scituate Zoning Board of Appeals will hear seven applications for additions, raze‑and‑rebuild projects, or special permits for single‑family homes at various town addresses. Each applicant seeks a finding that the proposed work is not substantially more detrimental or a special permit under ZBL Section 810.2. The board will review and decide on each request.

• James & Sally Ritchie – 35 Beaver Dam Rd. – addition and garage removal to improve setbacks
• James Kingston – 28 Vinal Ave. – raze/rebuild of a dwelling deemed not substantially more detrimental
• James and Nancy Benelli – 46 Atlantic Dr., Humarock – special permit to raze and rebuild with reduced non‑conformity
• Elizabeth and Elijah White – 6 Roberts Dr. – replace mudroom with new mudroom and bath above
• Andrea Ramsey – 6 Elaine Ct. – special permit/finding under ZBL 810.2 to raze and reconstruct

The Scituate Zoning Board of Appeals approved six applications for additions, raze‑and‑rebuild projects, and special permits, each passing unanimously. The first applicant, James and Sally Ritchie, received approval for the addition footprint without the ADU component. All other applicants received full approval of their proposed projects.

• Approved addition footprint for James & Sally Ritchie, 35 Beaver Dam Rd (unanimous)
• Approved raze and rebuild for James Kingston, 28 Vinal Ave (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for James & Nancy Benelli, 46 Atlantic Dr (unanimous)
• Approved mudroom replacement for Elizabeth & Elijah White, 6 Roberts Dr (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for Andrea Ramsey, 6 Elaine Ct (unanimous)
• Approved raze and rebuild with garage non‑conformity for Johnson Watkins, 44 Country Club Cir (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests for additions, raze-and-rebuilds, and special permits for non-conforming dwellings. The board will also hold an executive session regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Proposed addition at 35 Beaver Dam Rd.
• Raze/rebuild requests at 28 Vinal Ave., 46 Atlantic Dr., 6 Elaine Ct., and 44 Country Club Cir.
• Mudroom replacement with bath above at 6 Roberts Dr.
• Reconstruction with additions at 20 Ridge Hill Rd.
• Discussion of proposed changes to The Cottages at OOB

The Scituate Zoning Board of Appeals approved six applications covering additions, raze‑and‑rebuild projects, and special permits. All motions passed unanimously. Projects include an addition at 35 Beaver Dam Rd, a raze/rebuild at 28 Vinal Ave, a special permit at 46 Atlantic Dr, a mudroom replacement at 6 Roberts Dr, a raze/rebuild at 6 Elaine Ct, and a raze/rebuild with garage non‑conformity at 44 Country Club Cir.

• Approved addition footprint at 35 Beaver Dam Rd (unanimous)
• Approved raze and rebuild at 28 Vinal Ave (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for raze/rebuild at 46 Atlantic Dr (unanimous)
• Approved mudroom removal and replacement at 6 Roberts Dr (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for raze/rebuild at 6 Elaine Ct (unanimous)
• Approved raze/rebuild with garage non‑conformity at 44 Country Club Cir (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will discuss the Housing Production Plan with the Planning Board and review a project update for 165-167 Stockbridge Road. The body will also discuss and vote on the Cushing School Land Re-use Committee.

• Discuss Housing Production Plan with Planning Board
• Review project update for 165-167 Stockbridge Road
• Discuss and vote on Cushing School Land Re-use Committee

The Affordable Housing Trust accepted its agenda and the September 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The Trust nominated Elizabeth Howie, with Coleman Smith as alternate, to serve on the new Cushing School Land Reuse Committee, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted September 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Nominated Elizabeth Howie as Trust representative to Cushing School Land Reuse Committee, Coleman Smith alternate (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The committee will review the secretary's and accountant's reports and discuss the upcoming trip to Sucy-en-Brie, along with future events and new business.

• Discussion of Suci Trip
• Upcoming events
• Secretary's Report
• Accountant's report
• New business

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review updates regarding FY26 assessments. The meeting includes a discussion on the residential factor and an upcoming classification hearing.

• Update on FY26 assessments
• Discussion of residential factor and classification hearing
• Executive session regarding A.T.B. docket #X310765

The Board approved the September 17, 2025 minutes. It then moved into an executive session, reviewed and signed exemption applications, concluded the session, and adjourned. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Accepted September 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Reviewed and signed exemption applications (unanimous)
• Concluded executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:10 pm (unanimous)

Waterways Commission

The Scituate Waterways Commission will discuss updates on harbor operations, including slip invoices and dredging. It will review the Draft Chapter 91 Waterways License for the Pier 44 Project and receive an update on the Buoy Modernization Proposal. New business includes a request from Dave Glancy regarding the SHYC. The meeting also includes reports from the Harbormaster, Marketing Committee, and liaison agencies.

• Draft Chapter 91 Waterways License for Pier 44 Project (old business)
• Buoy Modernization Proposal – update (old business)
• Harbormaster Report: slip invoices, dredge update, shoulder season, unforeseen expenses
• Marketing Committee update – TJ Malvesti
• New Business: Dave Glancy SHYC request

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will consider proposals to increase the transient fee for town marinas from $3 to $4 per foot per night and to double the transient commercial fee on the town pier from $50 to $100 per night. The agenda also includes reports on dredging, buoy modernization, and updates from liaison committees such as Economic Development and Shellfish Advisory. New business features a request from Dave Glancy and a bi‑annual report to the Selectboard. Old business covers a draft Chapter 91 Waterways License for the Pier 44 Project and a buoy modernization update.

• Raise marina transient rate from $3 to $4 per foot per night
• Raise pier transient commercial rate from $50 to $100 per night
• Draft Chapter 91 Waterways License for Pier 44 Project (Sept 4, 2025)
• Buoy Modernization Proposal – update
• Town of Marshfield Dredging permit – combined November/December meeting

The Waterways Commission unanimously accepted the amended agenda and the September minutes (8‑0 each). It approved a $300 fee agreement for the SHYC sailing shack float to be stored at the Maritime Center (voice vote 6‑0). The commission also voted unanimously to write a response letter on the Buoy Navigation Modernization Proposal (8‑0). No other formal actions were taken.

• Accepted amended agenda (8-0)
• Accepted September 4 and 10 minutes (8-0)
• Approved SHYC float storage agreement for $300 (6-0)
• Approved writing a response letter on buoy modernization (8-0)

Waterways Commission

The Scituate Waterways Commission will review reports, provide updates, and discuss proposals to increase transient rates at town marinas and the pier. New business includes a request from Dave Glancy, a bi‑annual report to the Selectboard, and updates on dredging and buoy modernization. The commission will also consider a draft Chapter 91 Waterways License for the Pier 44 project.

• Propose raising transient marina rate from $3 to $4 per foot per night
• Propose raising transient commercial pier rate from $50 to $100 per night
• Review draft Chapter 91 Waterways License for Pier 44 Project
• Update on buoy modernization proposal
• Harbormaster report on slip invoices, dredge update, and unforeseen expenses

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will first approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It will then review the FY2027‑2031 capital plan submissions presented by the Widow’s Walk Golf Enterprise and the Recreation Department. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve meeting agenda
• Approve minutes from previous meeting
• Review FY2027‑2031 capital plan submission – Widow’s Walk Golf Enterprise
• Review FY2027‑2031 capital plan submission – Recreation Department

The Capital Planning Committee approved its agenda by a 4‑yes, 0‑no vote. The committee also approved the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes by the same unanimous vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Agenda approved (4Y, 0N)
• Minutes approved (4Y, 0N)

Financial Forecasting Committee

The Financial Forecasting Committee approved the agenda and minutes without dissent. It adopted updated information into the FY27 forecast and incorporated a package of tax increases, state aid, and other adjustments. The committee also changed the revenue split to 66% for the School Department and 34% for town departments. All motions passed unanimously (8‑0).

• Accepted agenda (8-0)
• Accepted minutes of Aug 28, 2025 meeting (8-0)
• Adopted updated information into FY27 forecast (8-0)
• Incorporated tax and revenue adjustments into FY27 forecast (8-0)
• Changed FY27 revenue split to 66% School, 34% town (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:30 AM (8-0)

Select Board

The Scituate Select Board will discuss and vote on several items, including the date of the 2026 town election and updates to local utilities. It will consider a veterans memorial donation, a fire department fee schedule, and a change order worth $97,393.40 for water main cleaning. The board will also vote on awarding contracts for Morton Salt, Cederholm Electrical services, and a $231,000 independent audit contract with CBIZ.

• Vote on setting the 2026 town election date for May 30, 2026
• Update on installation of utility poles at 434–451 Hatherly Road
• Acceptance of Veterans Advisory Council gift memorial donation
• Change Order #1 for National Water Main Cleaning, $97,393.40
• Award of $231,000 contract to CBIZ for FY26‑FY28 independent audit services

The board approved the agenda unanimously. It voted to change the 2026 annual town election date to June 6, 2026. The board accepted a $50 memorial donation for the Veterans Advisory Council. It also approved updates to the Cudworth Cemetery policy, including increased administration fees.

• Accepted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Changed 2026 town election date to June 6, 2026 (4-0)
• Accepted $50 Veterans Advisory Council memorial donation (5-0)
• Approved Cudworth Cemetery policy updates, including fee increases (5-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will convene to review the agenda for the South Shore Public Health Collaborative meeting on October 16, 2025. The agenda includes updates on meetings with Cohasset and the Department of Public Health, feedback on Hingham's FPHS Data, and a review of Public Health Emergency grant expenditures.

• Review of PHE Grant Expenditures YTD
• Update on meeting with Cohasset and DPH
• Feedback from BOH in Hingham about FPHS Data
• Presentation on Hoarding Training Program
• Assessment of staffing and workload across SSPHC

Scituate Bicycle Committee

The Scituate Bicycle Committee will review updates on traffic‑calming hotspots, grant progress for beach racks and the CPC project, and discuss new initiatives such as a partnership with Rolling Waves and an open house planned for January 2026. The meeting also includes coordination of bike‑safety activities, surveys, and the Safe Routes to School task force.

• Traffic Calming Projects updates for Arborway, Country Way, Gilson, Driftway, and Greenfield
• Mass DOT grant status: beach racks installed, pending state approval
• CPC Grant progress with Waterfield Design, including payments to date
• Develop relationship with Rolling Waves
• Plan Open House targeting January 2026

Sister City Cape Verde, Santa Catarina do Fogo Committee

The Scituate Sister City Committee will approve the September meeting minutes, discuss a Mass Cultural Council grant opportunity due October 15, and vote on a project proposed by Mayor Teixeira of Santa Catarina do Fogo. The committee will also receive updates on the Amilcar Cabral event scheduled for October 26, the November Untold Brewing event, and any status on the Ambassador recognition award.

• Accept/Approve minutes from September meeting
• Discuss Mass Cultural Council Grant Opportunities (deadline 10/15)
• Discuss and vote on project with Mayor Teixeira of Santa Catarina do Fogo
• Update on Amilcar Cabral event planned for October 26
• Discuss November event with Untold Brewing

The September meeting minutes were approved unanimously by John Montiero and Dina Dray. The committee decided to apply for two Mass Cultural Council grants, including one with Candida Rose, following previous years' approach. Members unanimously approved supporting Mayor Teixeira’s sanitation project, aiming to fund at least one family bathroom and to raise funds with the Sister City Project and other groups. Upcoming events include the Oct 26 Amilcar Cabral legacy presentation with livestream and door donations, and a Nov 22 Untold Brewing event with Dina Dray as ambassador.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous, JM, DD)
• Decided to apply for two Mass Cultural Council grants, including one with Candida Rose
• Approved support for Mayor Teixeira’s sanitation project, aiming to fund at least one family bathroom (unanimous, AD, DD)
• Scheduled Amilcar Cabral "Legacy of AMÍLCAR LOPES CABRAL" event for Oct 26 with livestream plan
• Assigned Dina Dray as ambassador for the Nov 22 Untold Brewing event
• Set next meeting for Nov 13, 2025 at the library

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review site‑plan permits for accessory dwellings at 45 Turner Road, 20 Meeting House Lane, and 74 Pin Oak Drive. It will also consider the return of surety and guarantee account money for 18 Drew Place and review ANR plans for 74 Tilden Road and 165 Summer Street. The meeting includes routine items such as approving minutes and receiving liaison and development reports.

• Protected Use Accessory Dwelling Site Plan Review Permit – 45 Turner Road (Applicants: David and Andrea Lara)
• Protected Use Accessory Dwelling Site Plan Review Permit – 20 Meeting House Lane (Applicants: Trisha and John Adams)
• Protected Use Accessory Dwelling Site Plan Review Permit – 74 Pin Oak Drive (Applicant: Eileen Chiasson)
• Return of surety and guarantee account money – 18 Drew Place
• Form A‑ANR Plan reviews – 74 Tilden Road (Walker Family Trust) and 165 Summer Street (Adams Equity Partners, LLC)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board will meet to approve minutes from August and September. The agenda includes reports from Director Linda Kelley and staff, as well as updates from board liaisons.

• Approval of August and September meeting minutes
• Reports from COA Director Linda Kelley and staff guest Lauren Manuel
• Liaison updates from Select Board, SSES, and FOSS

Beach Commission

The Beach Commission will meet to review beach reports and discuss operational items. The agenda includes discussions on sanitation, accessibility, and beach cleanups.

• Beach cleanups
• Sanitation facilities
• Bike racks
• Accessibility
• Seaweed

The commission approved the September meeting minutes and welcomed new member Erin Brighton. It confirmed a museum beach cleanup this Saturday, noted the removal of the Egypt sanitation facility, and scheduled the next meeting for November 12, 2025 at 6 pm via Zoom.

• Accepted September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Welcomed new commission member Erin Brighton
• Planned museum beach cleanup this Saturday; parking at Scituate Yacht Club to be confirmed
• Noted removal of Egypt sanitation facility in mid‑September
• Kelly will send support letter to Josh regarding accessibility
• Gordon will continue discussions on expanding sanitation facilities to Peggotty
• Gordon will consult Select Board and DPW about seaweed removal inputs
• Scheduled next meeting for November 12, 2025 at 6:00 pm via Zoom

Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee

The Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee will consider approving the minutes from its September 10, 2025 meeting. Members will receive updates on the historic‑architect RFP and master plan, outdoor space enhancements, funding strategy, and caretaker house renovation. The committee will also discuss setting the date and time for its next meeting.

• Approve minutes from September 10, 2025
• Update on RFP to engage historic architects and master plan
• Outdoor space enhancements update
• Funding strategy update
• Caretaker house renovation update

The Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting. The committee reviewed updates on historic architect drawings, outdoor enhancements, CPC funding, caretaker‑house work, and a public survey. No final actions were taken on those items. The next committee meeting was scheduled for September 10, 2025 at the Scituate Senior Center.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 10, 2025 at Senior Center

Sister City Ireland, Cork County Committee

The Scituate/West Cork Sister City Committee will consider and act on several items at its October 8, 2025 meeting. New business includes a debrief of the Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day event with recommendations for 2026 and a $1,000 scholarship credit to be returned to Sister City Project, Inc. via the Scituate School Department. Old business covers student exchange scholarships, annual committee renewals and appointments, completion of Massachusetts Conflict of Interest training, and a Brig St. John Remembrance. The agenda also calls for approval of the agenda and acceptance of the previous meeting’s minutes.

• $1,000 scholarship credit to Scituate School Department (return to Sister City Project, Inc.)
• Debrief of Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day event and recommendations for 2026
• Review of student exchange scholarships
• Annual committee renewals and appointments (committee sworn in)
• Completion of Mass. Conflict of Interest training (committee in compliance)

Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee

The Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee will discuss the revised alternative designs presented by Collins Engineering. They will also review the plan for future community engagement and upcoming meetings.

• Discuss revised alternative designs presented by Collins Engineering
• Review plan for future community engagement/meetings

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a special meeting to review its FY 2026 strategy and goals. The meeting includes a 10‑minute public comment period, after which the commission will discuss the proposed strategy. Items not listed on the agenda cannot be considered under open‑meeting law, and any additional matters will be placed on a future agenda.

• Discussion of FY 2026 Economic Development Commission strategy and goals
• Public participation: 10 minutes total, up to 3 minutes per speaker

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission will hold a virtual public hearing to discuss proposed coastal revetment repairs and various septic and development projects. The meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2025.

• Public hearings for First Cliff, Second Cliff, and Minot Beach revetment rehabilitation
• Public hearing for 21 Central Ave / 7 Marshfield Ave (boat house, residential units)
• Public hearing for 28 Concord St. septic repair
• Public hearing for 52 Peggotty Beach Rd. raze/rebuild single family dwelling
• Public hearing for 33 Tenth Ave. raze/rebuild single family dwelling

The Conservation Commission accepted its agenda unanimously. It voted to continue the Notice of Intent hearing for the First Cliff Revetment Rehabilitation project to October 20, 2025. The commission also voted to close the Notice of Intent hearings for the Second Cliff and Minot Beach revetment rehabilitation projects. All votes were 6‑0‑0 in favor.

• Accepted agenda (6-0-0)
• Continued First Cliff Revetment Rehabilitation NOI hearing to Oct 20, 2025 (6-0-0)
• Closed Second Cliff Revetment Rehabilitation NOI hearing (6-0-0)
• Closed Minot Beach Revetment Rehabilitation NOI hearing (6-0-0)

Board of Health

The Scituate Board of Health will vote to approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will receive coalition updates from the South Shore Public Health Collaborative and review an “In Memory” page for Pam. The board will discuss FPHS data and hear community updates. The meeting is held virtually and public speaking is limited to participants recognized by the chair.

• Vote to approve previous meeting minutes
• Coalition updates from South Shore Public Health Collaborative
• Review of “In Memory” page for Pam
• FPHS data review and discussion
• Community updates

Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee will review the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting. It will continue its review of the Animal Control By‑Law and other sections previously examined. The committee will also discuss the schedule for future By‑Law review meetings and the process for tracking public comments. Any other business may be raised at the end of the meeting.

• Review meeting minutes of 9/11/2025
• Continue review of Animal Control By‑Law section
• Continue ongoing By‑Law review from last section reviewed
• Discuss upcoming meeting schedule for By‑Law reviews
• Discuss the process for tracking comments

The committee accepted the October 2 meeting minutes with minor corrections (vote 3‑0, Lincoln abstaining). It scheduled three future review meetings for October 23, November 13, and December 11. The committee approved striking outdated sentences in Section 20140 and updated language in Sections 20150 A and B. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Accepted minutes with minor corrections (3‑0, Lincoln abstaining)
• Scheduled review meetings for Oct 23, Nov 13, Dec 11
• Struck outdated sentence in Section 20140 paragraph 1 (change approved by special town meeting Nov 13, 2014)
• Struck outdated sentence in Section 20140 paragraph 2 (change approved by special town meeting Nov 8, 2010)
• Struck outdated sentence in Section 20140 paragraph 3 (change approved by annual town meeting Jun 2, 2020)
• Amended Section 20150 A to read that town meetings follow the latest edition of town meeting times
• Amended Section 20150 B to require all motions be submitted in writing at the moderator’s discretion
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Department of Veteran Services

The Veterans Advisory Council will meet to review reports from the VSO and Treasurer. The body will discuss updates on the Vietnam and Aliis Veterans Memorials and prepare for an October 28th presentation to the Select Board.

• Vietnam Memorial update
• Aliis Veterans Memorial update
• October 28th presentation to the Select Board
• VSO Report
• Treasurer Report

Veterans Advisory Council

The council accepted the September meeting minutes, noting there were none to approve. Members unanimously agreed to cancel the December meeting. The next meeting was scheduled for November 5, 2025.

• Accepted September meeting minutes (no minutes to approve)
• Cancelled December meeting (unanimous agreement)
• Scheduled next meeting for November 5, 2025

Waterways Commission

The Scituate Waterways Commission will consider the Draft Chapter 91 Waterways License from the Massachusetts DEP for the Pier 44 Project and receive an update on the buoy modernization proposal. The meeting also includes financial updates, reports from the harbormaster and liaison committees, and a new business request from Dave Glancy. Additional items are a police department update, a fisherman/lobstermen update, and a Q&A session.

• Draft Chapter 91 Waterways License from MA DEP for Pier 44 Project
• Buoy modernization proposal – update
• Harbormaster report: slip invoices, dredge update, shoulder season, unforeseen expenses
• Dave Glancy SHYC request – new business
• Police department update and fisherman/lobstermen update

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will discuss a draft Chapter 91 Waterways License from the MA DEP regarding the Pier 44 Project. The body will also receive updates on a buoy modernization proposal and a 5-year financial plan.

• Draft Chapter 91 Waterways License from MA DEP for Pier 44 Project
• Buoy Modernization Proposal update
• 5-year financial plan working group update
• Dave Glancy SHYC Request
• Harbormaster report on slip invoices and dredge update

Capital Planning Committee

The Scituate Capital Planning Committee will hear a presentation of the FY2027‑2031 Capital Plan and the Town Administrator’s recommendations for 2027. The committee will also review ongoing town administration capital projects. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes and may consider other business.

• Presentation of FY2027‑2031 Capital Plan and Administrator’s 2027 recommendations
• Review of Town Administration capital projects
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Consideration of other business

The Scituate Capital Planning Committee met on October 1, 2025. Members approved the agenda unanimously (4‑0) and later approved the prior meeting minutes unanimously (4‑0). The committee presented a proposed ~$16 M FY27 capital budget and project recommendations but took no further action.

• Approved agenda (vote 4‑0)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (vote 4‑0)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Scituate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will meet to review current projects and opportunities. The body will also receive liaison reports and discuss future meeting dates for 2025.

• Review of in-flight opportunities and projects
• Liaison reports from SSB, SPS, and STRIDE/PRIDE
• Discussion of 2025 future meeting dates

Economic Development Commission

The Scituate Economic Development Commission will meet on Sep 29 to review its FY 2026 strategy and goals. It will consider two funding motions—a grant application for South Shore Digital Wellness and a purchase order for Throne Depot. The commission will also receive officer and subcommittee reports and discuss a place‑branding and marketing strategy report.

• Funding motion: grant application – South Shore Digital Wellness
• Funding motion: purchase order – Throne Depot
• Presentation: Place Branding and Marketing Strategy Report (McGrath PR & Ideaz)
• Officer reports: Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer
• Subcommittee updates: Communications and Sidewalk committees

The Economic Development Commission unanimously approved a $1,827 grant for the South Shore Digital Wellness event speaker and a $49.50 grant for the final Throne Depot invoice. The commission also approved the May and June meeting minutes. No other motions were voted on.

• Approved $1,827 grant for South Shore Digital Wellness event speaker (unanimous)
• Approved $49.50 grant for Throne Depot final invoice (unanimous)
• Approved May and June minutes (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Scituate Historical Commission will approve the August 2025 meeting minutes and consider several agenda items. The primary decision is the review of a demolition application for 124 Grove Street. The commission will also discuss next steps for a preservation plan by Heritage Strategies, correspondence from the Massachusetts Historical Commission, and updates on local historic projects.

• Demolition Review Application – 124 Grove Street
• Preservation Plan – Heritage Strategies – Next Steps
• Massachusetts Historical Commission Correspondence
• Tercentenary Signs
• Update on Mordecai Lincoln House

The commission approved the August 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. A motion to place a 12‑month demolition delay on the property at 124 Grove Street was rejected, with a 0‑4 vote against the delay. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved August 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Demolition delay for 124 Grove Street denied (0-4)

Advisory Committee

The Scituate Advisory Committee will consider several Special Town Meeting articles, covering capital planning, community preservation, open space maintenance, desalination study, and FY26 budget matters. They will also discuss the FY27 budget hearing schedule and format. The meeting is conducted remotely via Zoom.

• Vote on Article 3 – Capital Planning Committee Report
• Vote on Article 5 – Community Preservation Recommendations
• Vote on Article 6 – Conservation Commission Open Space Maintenance
• Vote on Article 7 – Water Resources Commission Desalination Technology Study
• Discuss/Vote on FY27 Budget Hearing Schedule and Format

The advisory committee accepted its agenda and the June 26 minutes. It voted to recommend the Capital Plan and a Desalination Technology Study to the special town meeting, along with several other articles. A motion to recommend print‑free digital notices failed to pass. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved June 26 minutes (6-0-1)
• Recommended STM Article 3 – Capital Plan (6-0)
• Recommended STM Article 7 – Desalination Technology Study (6-0)
• Recommended STM Articles 1,2,4,5,6,8,9,10 (6-0)
• Rejected STM Article 11 – Print Free Digital Notices (3-3)
• Noted removal of Article 11 from warrant by Select Board (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing to review the major site plan and issue a stormwater permit for parcels 799 and 803 Country Way. The hearing will consider applications from Don McGill, with ownership by ANDAGILL, LLC (803) and New Nason Street Realty Trust (799). The Board will also host a stormwater regulations workshop and address routine items such as approving minutes and reports.

• Public hearing on major site plan review and stormwater permit for 799 & 803 Country Way
• Stormwater Regulations Workshop
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Accounting reports
• Liaison and Planning/Development reports

The Board accepted the agenda by unanimous voice vote. The public hearing on 799 and 801 Country Way will continue until October 23, 2025. The Board reviewed and discussed the draft motion for the 803 Country Way site plan, but no final vote or approval was recorded.

• Accepted agenda (voice vote, unanimous)

Recreation Department

The Recreation Commission will first approve the September 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It will hear liaison and director reports covering after‑school programming, the Scituate Community (Farmer’s) Market, lifeguard training courses, and the Scituate Court Renovations Project at 460 First Parish. The commission will then discuss and vote on installing the Patsos Memorial Bench at the recreation courts. Additional updates from the field coordinator and other old or new business will follow.

• Vote on Meeting Minutes 08.06.25
• Director’s Report includes Scituate Court Renovations Project (460 First Parish)
• Discuss/Vote on Patsos Memorial Bench at Rec Courts
• Field Coordinator report: flagpole at SHS, windscreen at Rec Courts, Flannery Field/Hatherly updates
• Old Business/New Business items

The commission voted unanimously to call the meeting to order and to accept the August 6 minutes. A motion was approved to pay the $997 beach‑grass invoice from the Beach Revolving Fund. The Select Board approved Sarah Lannon and Dave Stevens as new members of the Recreation Commission. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved motion to call meeting to order (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of 08.06.25 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $997 beach‑grass invoice from Beach Revolving Fund (unanimous)
• Select Board approved Sarah Lannon and Dave Stevens to join Recreation Commission

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several funding requests and bylaw amendments for a Special Town Meeting. The board is also voting on contracts for beach parking, basketball courts, and water compliance.

• Contracts: JR & Sons for Minot Beach Parking Lot Improvements ($272,250), Horsley Witten Group for MS-4 General Compliance ($150,000), and Activitas for basketball courts ($91,250)
• Special Town Meeting proposals: Inflow and Infiltration Project ($200,000), Desalination Technology Study ($120,000), and Open Space Maintenance ($35,000)
• Loan: $200,000 Interim Loan Note from Massachusetts Clean Water Trust
• Policy: Police Silent Alarm Policy
• Bylaw amendments: Tax Title Property and Kennel Portion of Animal Control Bylaw

The Select Board accepted the meeting agenda unanimously. It awarded the Minot Beach parking lot rehabilitation contract to JR & Sons for $272,250 and the stormwater engineering services contract to Horsley Witten Group for $150,000, each with a 5‑0 vote. The Board also adopted the issuance of a $200,000 interim loan note to the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust, also unanimously.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Awarded Minot Beach parking lot contract to JR & Sons for $272,250 (5-0)
• Awarded stormwater engineering contract to Horsley Witten Group for $150,000 (5-0)
• Adopted issuance of $200,000 interim loan note to Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for multiple Notice of Intent (NOI) and ANRAD applications. The body is reviewing proposed construction, demolitions, and septic installations in protected areas including salt marshes, dunes, and riverfronts.

• 143 Jericho Rd: proposed addition and demolition in LCSCF and salt marsh buffer
• 30 Marshfield Ave: proposed accessory dwelling and septic in barrier beach and LSCSF
• 0 Bossy Lane: proposed new single family dwelling, driveway, and septic in BVW and buffer
• 6 Damon Rd and 50 Oceanside Dr: proposed raze and rebuild of single family homes
• 21 Central Ave / 7 Marshfield Ave: request to continue boat house and 10 residential units project to Oct 6, 2025

The Conservation Commission accepted its agenda unanimously. It approved Orders of Conditions for projects at 143 Jericho Road, 185 Edward Foster Road, 6 Damon Road, and 50 Oceanside Drive. It also voted to continue the Notice of Intent hearings for 30 Marshfield Ave and 0 Bossy Lane to later dates.

• Agenda accepted (7-0-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 143 Jericho Road (5-1-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 185 Edward Foster Road (7-0-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 30 Marshfield Ave to Nov 5, 2025 (7-0-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 6 Damon Road (7-0-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 0 Bossy Lane to Oct 20, 2025 (7-0-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 50 Oceanside Drive (vote not recorded in excerpt)

Cultural Council

The Scituate Cultural Council will vote to add a new member, appoint a secretary, and discuss communications and survey tools. Members will review a PR flyer and consider how to distribute it. The council will also decide on a November date for the grant awards meeting.

• Vote in new member Tracey Kelly
• Appoint Judi Vining as Secretary
• Review and discuss deployment of a PR flyer
• Select survey questions and integrate a Google form with the GoDaddy website
• Select a November date for the grant awards meeting

Board of Health

The Advisory Board is meeting virtually to review governance continuity and current projects. The session includes community updates and a vote to approve the September 8th meeting minutes.

• Vote to approve September 8th meeting minutes
• Discussion on Governance Board Continuity
• Overview of current projects
• Community updates

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a correction to the meeting record stating that any modification to conditions, including expansion of a processing area or equipment changes, must receive further zoning board approval. The motion passed with a 2-1 vote, with Chair Christopher Carchia dissenting. Patricia Lambert voiced public concern about a commercial expansion in a residential zone, but no action was taken on that comment.

• Approved correction to require further zoning approval for condition modifications (2-1)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet to discuss and vote on the Housing Production Plan and a deed change for 20 Carrie Litchfield Lane. The body will also welcome new member Coleman Smith.

• Vote on Housing Production Plan
• Vote on deed change for 20 Carrie Litchfield Lane
• Welcome new member Coleman Smith

The Trust accepted its agenda and the July 2025 minutes, both unanimously. The members voted to approve the Housing Production Plan that had already been approved by the Planning Board, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted July 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Housing Production Plan as presented by Planning Board (unanimous)
• Will provide EOHLC contact information to the homeowner of 20 Carrie Litchfield Lane (action pending)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee will discuss updates on the upcoming ArtWalk and a community mural project. Members will vote to approve the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. The agenda also includes setting the date for the next committee meeting.

• ArtWalk planning update
• Mural update
• Approval of August 20, 2025 minutes
• Set next meeting date

The committee unanimously approved Amanda Hill's mural concept and a $18,000 contract, agreeing to an upfront $6,000 payment after signatures are collected. Minutes from the August 20 and September 4 meetings were approved. Members voted to start future meetings at 8:15 AM and to hold them on Mondays or Fridays, with the next meeting set for Friday, October 17. Additional planning for the ArtWalk and related events continued.

• Approved minutes of August 20, 2025 (motion by Marie Flaherty, second by Kathy Moygazel)
• Approved minutes of September 4, 2025 (motion by Marie Flaherty, second by Patrice Maye)
• Unanimously approved Amanda Hill mural concept and $18,000 contract
• Agreed to pay $6,000 upfront to muralist after collecting required signatures
• Set regular meeting start time to 8:15 AM
• Scheduled future meetings for Monday or Friday only
• Next meeting scheduled for Friday, October 17, 2025

Board of Assessors

The Scituate Board of Assessors will hold a public meeting to address several items. New business includes a motion to reorganize, a review and signing of a Massachusetts D.L.S. Letter of Authorization, and discussion of an incorrect water use charge. The executive session will review an A.T.B. docket and sign a deferral application.

• Motion to reorganize
• Review and sign Massachusetts D.L.S. Letter of Authorization
• Discuss incorrect water use charge
• Review A.T.B. Docket No. X310765
• Review and sign deferral application

The Board of Assessors accepted the April 16, 2025 minutes. They nominated Steve Guard as Chairperson. They abated bill #1881 for $101.15. They entered and later concluded an executive session before adjourning the meeting.

• Accepted April 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Nominated Steve Guard as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Abated bill #1881 in the amount of $101.15 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Concluded executive session at 1:30 pm (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:50 pm (unanimous)

Capital Planning Committee

The Scituate Capital Planning Committee will review the process for the Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Plan and vote on a proposed $200,000 Inflow & Infiltration project for the Sewer Enterprise.

• Vote on $200,000 Inflow & Infiltration project
• Review FY27 Capital Plan process
• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of meeting agenda
• Discussion of November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting project

The Capital Planning Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The committee also unanimously approved a special‑town‑meeting capital project to fund a $200,000 Inflow & Infiltration request using Sewer Enterprise retained earnings. The FY27 capital plan was discussed, but no vote or formal decision was recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (4‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved $200,000 Inflow & Infiltration capital project funded by Sewer Enterprise retained earnings (4‑yes, 0‑no)
• Adjourning the meeting (4‑yes, 0‑no)

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority will review several updates, including the affordable‑housing condo project and the consulting contract. It will discuss the upcoming budget process with HUD and EOHLC priorities, as well as emergency‑preparedness plans for Central Park. Additional items include a conference discussion and public housing notices.

• Update on Consulting Contract
• Update on affordable‑housing condo status
• Discussion of budget process with EOHLC and HUD priorities
• Emergency preparedness fire alarm testing/training at Central Park
• Discussion regarding Mass NAHRO Conference

Sister City Cape Verde, Santa Catarina do Fogo Committee

The Sister City Cape Verde Committee is meeting to review recent events and plan future activities. The body will discuss collaboration opportunities following a visit from Mayor Teixeira of Santa Catarina do Fogo and plan an event for October 26th.

• Update on July 5th and Juneteenth events
• Update on Heritage Days Sister City Project calendar fundraiser
• Collaboration opportunities with Mayor Teixeira of Santa Catarina do Fogo
• Planning for Amilcar Cabral event on October 26th
• Discussion on establishing a community member recognition award

The committee approved the minutes from the June meeting. It agreed to establish a scholarship in memory of Joey Andrade. It approved the creation of a Sister City Ambassador Award, tasking Dina Dray with developing it. Jolena Alves was assigned to draft an initial list of elders for the oral‑history project.

• Approved June meeting minutes
• Approved establishment of Joey Andrade scholarship
• Approved creation of Sister City Ambassador Award (Dina Dray to develop)
• Assigned Jolena Alves to create initial oral‑history elder list
• Scheduled next meeting for October 9 at 6:30 PM
• Noted cancellation of July and August meetings

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will meet to approve the July minutes, vote on the budget for railroad island plantings, and set a date for submitting the FY 27 document. The meeting will also include reports from the treasurer and a discussion on raingardens and marshes.

• Approve July minutes
• Vote on budget for railroad island plantings
• Set date to submit FY 27 document
• Discuss raingardens and marshes
• Meeting with Select Board liaison Mr. Afannasenko

The Beautification Commission elected its officers, approved the July meeting minutes, and adopted the Mordecai Lincoln stone wall as a new Adopt‑a‑Lot. It also approved submitting a FY27 document requesting $45,000, set Ship Shape Day for May 2 (Get to Greenbush on May 3), and authorized an evergreen tree planting at the Rotary using a $200 donation.

• Elected officers: Co‑Chairs Sytske Humphrey & Sue Casey, Secretary Sue Casey, Treasurer Leslie Powers, Publicity Erica Cushing, Environmental Education Della Shepard, Adopt‑a‑Lot Mary Tennaro, Merchants Leslie Powers, Ship Shape Day Jeanmarie Voelger, At‑large Susan Heller (unanimous)
• Approved July minutes (all in favor)
• Adopted Mordecai Lincoln stone wall as a new Adopt‑a‑Lot (all in favor)
• Approved FY27 funding request of $45,000 (all in favor)
• Set Ship Shape Day for May 2 and Get to Greenbush for May 3
• Approved placement of an evergreen tree at the Rotary using a $200 donation (all in favor)

Water Resources Commission

The Water Resources Commission will receive updates on the new storage tank and well test site drilling. The body will also discuss desalination, education planning, and subcommittee activities.

• New Storage Tank Update
• Well test site drilling update
• Desalination Subcommittee Update
• Education Planning
• WRC Subcommittees Discussion

The Water Resources Commission approved the amended August 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote and one abstention. It also denied the planning request for 0 Grove St and the Conservation Commission’s building project at 107 Edward Foster. The commission decided to conduct a public poll on water‑safety topics. A motion to adjourn the September 16 meeting passed unanimously.

• Approved August 2025 minutes (vote 4-0, 1 abstain)
• Denied planning request for 0 Grove St
• Denied building project at 107 Edward Foster
• Decided to conduct a public poll on water‑safety interests
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed unanimously (5-0)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet to hear a presentation on the Housing Production Plan. The presentation will be delivered by consultant Karen Sunnarborg.

• Presentation on Housing Production Plan by consultant Karen Sunnarborg

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting. It will continue reviewing Animal Control By‑Law Section 30440 and other pending by‑law sections. The group will discuss the schedule for future by‑law review meetings and consider an advisory committee’s request to attend. Any additional business may be raised at the end of the meeting.

• Approve review of meeting minutes from 8/21/2025
• Continue review of Animal Control By‑Law Section 30440
• Continue ongoing review of other by‑law sections
• Discuss upcoming meeting schedule for by‑law reviews
• Discuss advisory committee request for attendance

The committee voted 3‑0 to accept the minutes from the 8/12/2025 meeting. It scheduled the next meeting for October 2, 2025. The committee then voted 3‑0 to adjourn the session. Members also reviewed sections of the Animal Control Bylaw and recommended specific wording changes.

• Accepted minutes from 8/12/2025 (vote 3‑0)
• Scheduled next meeting for October 2, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (vote 3‑0)
• Reviewed Animal Control Bylaw sections 30400‑30460 and recommended wording changes

Planning Board

The Scituate Planning Board will vote on the Housing Production Plan and hold a continued public hearing for a special permit in the Humarock Village Residential Overlay District. The meeting also includes a site plan waiver discussion for Casa Verde and approval of previous minutes.

• Vote to support Housing Production Plan
• Continued public hearing: Special Permit in Humarock Village
• Discussion: Modification of Site Plan Waiver for Casa Verde
• Approval of previous Planning Board minutes
• Public comment available via Zoom and in-person

The board accepted the meeting agenda unanimously. It then voted to approve the draft Scituate Housing Production Plan dated July 2025 and will forward it to the Select Board with a cover letter noting infrastructure objectives. No decision was made on the Humarock Village special permit; the board postponed action until the application is complete. All votes on the approved items were unanimous.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Approved draft 2025 Housing Production Plan (5-0)
• Forwarded approved plan to Select Board for further approval
• Postponed decision on Humarock Village special permit (no vote)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board will meet to review staff reports and receive updates from board liaisons. The meeting includes the approval of August minutes and a discussion of old and new business.

• Reports from COA Director Linda Kelley and staff
• Liaison updates from Select Board, FOSS, and SSES

The Board of Directors met on September 11, 2025 at the Senior Center. Minutes from the previous meeting were not available, so their approval was postponed to the October meeting. Directors and liaisons presented reports on membership, building use, upcoming health fair, art exhibit, volunteer staffing, and transportation updates. No votes or formal approvals were recorded during this session.

Beach Commission

The Scituate Beach Commission will meet remotely via Zoom on September 10, 2025, to review previous minutes, discuss beach maintenance, and elect officers.

• Review and accept minutes from the August meeting
• Election of officers
• Discussion of beach cleanups
• Discussion of sanitation facilities
• Discussion of bike racks and accessibility

The commission accepted the August meeting minutes. It voted to write a letter of support for the ADA‑accessible ramp project at Minot Beach. It voted to deny a private mat request for the 4th Street beach entrance. Commissioners elected new officers and set the next meeting for October 8.

• Accepted August meeting minutes
• Voted to write a letter of support for the Minot ADA ramp project
• Voted to deny a private mat request for the 4th Street beach entrance
• Elected Lizzie Capiau‑Piscitello as Clerk
• Elected Chris Mason as Vice Chair
• Elected Kelly Bower as Chair
• Scheduled next meeting for October 8, 2025 (Zoom)

Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee

The Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee will convene to approve minutes from August 13, 2025, and review updates on a historic architecture RFP, funding strategy, and various property renovation projects.

• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2025
• Update on RFP for historic architects and Master Plan
• Funding strategy update
• Caretaker house renovation discussion
• Inventory and clean-up steps for the Main House

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting. A $125,000 funding request was approved by the Community Preservation Committee and the Select Board and placed on the Town Meeting docket for November. The design for a septic system at the caretaker’s cottage was approved, moving the rental project forward. A possible $10,000 federal preservation grant was presented but no decision was made.

• Approved minutes from August 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 funding request by CPC and Select Board (on Town Meeting docket)
• Approved design for caretaker cottage septic system

Commission on Disabilities

The Scituate Commission on Disabilities will meet virtually to review several agenda items. Items include the Front Street Intersection project, plans for communication boards, the AAE 2025 program, and architectural plans. The Treasurer’s Report will be presented, and past minutes will be accepted. Public comment will be limited to ten minutes with no debate.

• Front Street Intersection
• Communication Boards
• AAE 2025
• Architectural Plans
• Treasurer’s Report

Scituate Bicycle Committee

The Scituate Bicycle Committee will approve the June meeting minutes and receive updates on several grant projects, including the CPC Waterfield Design grant and the EDC grant for National Bike Month. Members will discuss upcoming bike activities, notably the Bike Rodeo planned for August 23, 2025, and consider a new taskforce involving the police, PTO, and SRTS. The committee will also review a draft town survey and consider filling a temporary social‑media/web‑manager role.

• Approve June meeting minutes
• CPC Grant progress – Waterfield Design (presented by Jeff Helm, Mike Bowler)
• EDC Grant for National Bike Month (presented by Nancy)
• Bike Rodeo – scheduled for August 23, 2025 (seeking event lead)
• Scituate Taskforce with PTO, SRTS, Bike Committee, and Scituate Police (proposed by Nancy)

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will review a memo regarding a Harbormaster Feasibility Study. The body may also vote on a 5-year plan.

• Harbormaster Feasibility Study Memo review and possible vote
• 5-year plan possible vote

The Waterways Commission unanimously accepted the meeting agenda (7‑0). It also unanimously approved a motion to finalize and submit the Harbormaster Building Feasibility Study memo to the Selectboard (7‑0). The meeting was then adjourned unanimously (7‑0).

• Accepted meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved final Harbormaster feasibility memo to Selectboard (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The committee will review financial and secretarial reports and discuss updates regarding the Sucy trip. Members will also brainstorm activities for the fall and winter seasons.

• Sucy trip updates
• Planning for fall and winter activities

The committee accepted the corrected August minutes after noting a rain‑related cancellation of a duck‑boat tour. The accountant’s report was distributed and accepted by the members. The committee recorded receipt of $2,149.55 in funds. The next meeting was set for Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025 at 4 pm.

• Accepted corrected August minutes (no vote recorded)
• Accepted accountant report (no vote recorded)
• Recorded receipt of $2,149.55
• Scheduled next meeting for Oct. 14, 2025 at 4 pm

Select Board

The Scituate Select Board will discuss and vote on several community items, including special events, a Coastal Advisory Commission appointment, and CPC STM project proposals. The board will also award a road‑salt contract to Morton Salt Company at $68.82 per ton and accept donations for the Veteran’s Advisory Council and the Scituate Council on Aging. Additional business includes consideration of drainlayer contracts.

• Award road‑salt contract to Morton Salt Company at $68.82 per ton
• Accept donations: Veteran’s Advisory Council $725.00; Scituate Council on Aging $1,000.00
• CPC STM November 2025 project proposals discussion/vote
• Coastal Advisory Commission appointment and charge amendment
• Drainlayer contracts: Tri County Excavating and Chris Mendoza & Co.

The board accepted the meeting agenda by a 5‑0 vote. It then approved the Fishermen’s Fest special event to be held on the town pier on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, also by a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Approved Fishermen’s Fest special event for Sept 28 (5-0)

Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee

The committee will accept the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It will consider several new traffic‑related actions, including changes to the Glades Road schedule, a parking restriction on Kent Street, a curb cut at 762‑766 Country Way, and new regulations for e‑bikes, motor scooters, and golf carts. The committee will also review the pending item for 18‑20 Country Way.

• Redefine Glades Road traffic schedule: eliminate 15‑minute parking, add lifeguard‑only parking, reduce parallel parking limits
• Parking restriction on Kent Street between First Parish Road and Vinal Ave
• Curb cut at 762‑766 Country Way
• Regulations for e‑bikes and motor scooters
• Golf cart regulations

Library Board of Trustees

The Scituate Library Board of Trustees will vote on reorganizing the board and approving the Library Strategic Plan. The meeting includes updates from the Scituate Library Foundation and Friends of the Scituate Library, along with a director's report covering building updates and capital planning.

• Board Reorganization (VOTE)
• Library Strategic Plan (VOTE)
• Director's report: Building Update
• Director's report: Capital Plan FY27
• Director's report: Thoreau's Waye/Water Retention Issue

Board of Health

The Board voted to postpone consideration of the variance request for a seasonal irrigation well at 167 Tack Factory Pond Drive. It also approved the June 9 and July 7 meeting minutes, approved three administrative invoices (vote 3‑0), and approved two invoices for $280. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted agenda (unanimous approval)
• Deferred variance request for 167 Tack Factory Pond Drive (yes votes from Shea and Conley)
• Approved minutes from June 9 and July 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved three administrative invoices (vote 3‑0)
• Approved two invoices for $280 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Conservation Commission

The Commission voted to deny the proposed project at 107 Edward Foster Road (DEP#068-3169). It also voted to continue Notice of Intent hearings for 185 Edward Foster Road, 47 Rebecca Road, and 0 Bailey’s Island, and to close the hearing and issue an Order of Conditions for 190 First Parish Road.

• Denied project at 107 Edward Foster Road (3-1-1 vote)
• Continued NOI hearing for 185 Edward Foster Road to Sep 22, 2025 (7-0-0 vote)
• Continued NOI hearing for 47 Rebecca Road to Oct 20, 2025 (7-0-0 vote)
• Closed NOI and issued Order of Conditions for 190 First Parish Road (7-0-0 vote)
• Continued NOI hearing for 0 Bailey’s Island to Oct 20, 2025 (7-0-0 vote)

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The committee approved Amanda Hill’s mural proposal for 1 Cole Parkway at a cost of $18,000, contingent on her handling wall preparation and power washing. The motion was moved by Patrice Maye, seconded by Michele Wood, and passed unanimously. The committee directed members to email the muralist, request a five‑year maintenance plan, inform the property owner, and update the Select Board.

• Approved Amanda Hill mural proposal $18,000 (unanimous)
• Directed Patrice Maye to email Amanda Hill confirming approval and wall‑prep conditions
• Directed Patrice Maye to request a five‑year maintenance plan proposal from Amanda Hill
• Directed Michele Seghezzi to seek inclusion of the project on the Sep 9 Select Board agenda and prepare agreements
• Directed Marie Flaherty to inform property owner Doug Smith of the muralist selection
• Decided that Amanda Hill will coordinate wall preparation and power washing and include it in the price

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission unanimously accepted the meeting agenda and the minutes from May, July, and August. Members voted 8‑0 to keep David Dinneen as Chair of the commission. The commission scheduled a Zoom meeting for September 10 to finalize the harbor feasibility study memo. The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

• Accepted meeting agenda (8‑0)
• Accepted May, July, and August minutes (unanimous)
• Re‑elected David Dinneen as Chair (unanimous)
• Scheduled Zoom meeting on Sep 10 to finalize feasibility memo
• Adjourned meeting (8‑0)

Financial Forecasting Committee

The committee unanimously approved the FY26 amended financial forecast, confirming a net revenue increase of $391,878. It also unanimously adopted an option to increase the bus lease and street‑lighting cost lines by a total of $75,000, maintaining the existing 66.34%/33.66% split. Earlier motions to accept the agenda and the October 10 2024 minutes were approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 1:43 PM by unanimous vote.

• Accepted agenda (9-0)
• Accepted October 10, 2024 minutes (8-0-1, 1 abstention)
• Adopted FY26 amended forecast (9-0)
• Adopted $75,000 increase to bus lease and street lighting lines (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Planning Board

The Board unanimously accepted the posted agenda by voice vote. The public hearing on the Greenbush Village Center site‑plan was continued pending additional information on waivers, historic and stormwater reviews, and right‑of‑way access. Board members discussed the 21E contamination site, driveway design, and pedestrian access but did not vote on any substantive actions. No final approvals, denials, or tabled motions were recorded.

• Accepted agenda (voice vote, unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Scituate Historical Commission will meet to review a demolition application and discuss the next steps for a preservation plan. The body will also provide updates on the Mordecai Lincoln House and tercentenary signs.

• Demolition Review Application for 124 Grove Street
• Preservation Plan next steps with Heritage Strategies
• Update on Mordecai Lincoln House
• Discussion of Tercentenary Signs
• Historic planting inquiry

The Historical Commission approved the August 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 3-0 vote. No other formal approvals or denials were made. A site visit was scheduled for August 30 to review the demolition application for 124 Grove Street, with a decision to be taken at the September meeting.

• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Scheduled site visit for demolition review of 124 Grove Street (August 30)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a special permit and a finding to allow an addition at 143 Jericho Road and the demolition of the building at 10 Meadow Road. The board also voted to continue the hearing on the 3A Service Station application to September 18, 2025. Additionally, the board approved the as‑built site drawings for the Stockbridge Landing 40B development, finalizing that project.

• Continued 3A Service Station hearing to September 18, 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved special permit and finding for Schechter addition and Meadow Road demolition (unanimously)
• Approved as‑built site drawings for Stockbridge Landing 40B development (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee accepted the minutes of the July 17 meeting with corrections (3‑0). It recommended the Tax Title article (3‑0). It approved the Ollie's Law amendments to the animal control bylaws, updating definitions and fines to match state law (3‑0). No changes were recommended for sections 30410 or 30420, and the meeting was adjourned (3‑0).

• Accepted July 17 minutes with corrections (3‑0)
• Recommended Tax Title article (3‑0)
• Approved Ollie's Law changes to animal control bylaws (3‑0)
• No changes recommended for sections 30410 or 30420
• Motion to adjourn passed (3‑0)

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The committee approved the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by M. Wood and a second by M. Flaherty. Ten additional flags for the October 3 ArtWalk were ordered. Members divided the task of contacting businesses to participate in the ArtWalk. The next meeting was scheduled for September 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM via Zoom.

• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by M. Wood, second by M. Flaherty)
• Ordered 10 additional ArtWalk flags
• Divided task of contacting businesses for ArtWalk among committee members
• Set next meeting for September 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM via Zoom

Select Board

The Board voted 5‑0 to accept the agenda. Members discussed a recent incident on Glades Road where a resident threatened firearms and police were called. Updates were given on water usage restrictions, ongoing road milling on Jericho and Turner Roads, lifeguard staffing, and upcoming community events such as a bike rodeo and Touch a Truck day. A proposal to test expanded hours for Scituate Split Rock on September 13‑14 was presented, but no vote outcome was recorded.

• Accepted meeting agenda (5-0)

Select Board

The board voted 5-0 to accept the agenda for the August 19, 2025 meeting. No other motions were voted on; the remainder of the session consisted of reports, updates, and public notices.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission accepted the agenda unanimously (7-0-0). It voted to close the Notice of Intent hearing for 97 & 107 Edward Foster Road and issue an Order of Conditions, with a 5-0-2 vote. The commission also continued the hearing for 185 Edward Foster Road to September 8 (4-0-2) and closed hearings for several other projects, issuing Orders of Conditions with votes ranging from 5-0-0 to 6-0-0.

• Agenda accepted (7-0-0)
• Closed Notice of Intent for 97 & 107 Edward Foster Rd, issued Order of Conditions (5-0-2)
• Continued Notice of Intent for 185 Edward Foster Rd to Sep 8 (4-0-2)
• Closed Notice of Intent for 37 Ocean Drive, issued Order of Conditions (6-0-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent for 47 Rebecca Rd to Sep 8 (6-0-0)
• Closed ANRAD hearing for 0 Grove St, issued ORAD (5-0-0)
• Closed Notice of Intent for 45 Rebecca Rd, issued Order of Conditions (6-0-0)
• Closed Notice of Intent for 11 Clapp Rd, issued Order of Conditions (5-0-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will meet to hold a strategy and goals session for fiscal year 2026. The body will review liaison reports and officer updates.

• Funding motion for Throne Depot FY2026

The Economic Development Commission voted unanimously to approve a $515 purchase order for Throne Depot services in North Scituate. The commission discussed funding for portable toilets but took no formal action, agreeing to revisit the issue later. Future meeting dates for September, October, and November were proposed.

• Approved $515 purchase order for Throne Depot (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct administrative reviews for accessory dwelling units and a site plan endorsement. The board will also discuss potential changes to the Water Resource Protection District Bylaw.

• Accessory Dwelling Unit site plan review for 19 Woodworth Lane
• Accessory Dwelling Unit site plan review for 26 Sylvester Road
• Site plan review endorsement for 340 Gannett Road
• Discussion on Water Resource Protection District Bylaw changes
• Public hearing for 18-20 Country Way (immediate continuance requested)

The Board unanimously approved the Site Plan Administrative Review for an accessory dwelling unit at 19 Woodworth Lane, attaching a list of construction and use conditions. It also approved a continuance request for the major site plan and stormwater permit at 18‑20 Country Way, extending the hearing to August 28, 2025. Additionally, the Board unanimously approved the Site Plan Administrative Review for an ADU at 26 Sylvester Road, also with conditions.

• Approved ADU site plan at 19 Woodworth Lane with conditions (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved continuance of public hearing for 18‑20 Country Way site plan and stormwater permit until Aug 28, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved ADU site plan at 26 Sylvester Road with conditions (unanimous voice vote)

Council on Aging

The board reviewed and approved the June 2025 meeting minutes. No other formal actions, votes, or resolutions were recorded. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports, program updates, and discussion of funding and upcoming events.

• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes

Beach Commission

The commission voted to accept the August 13 agenda and the July meeting minutes. It scheduled the next meeting for September 10, 2025 via Zoom. Lizzie was assigned to contact Shari about applications for the two open board seats.

• Agenda accepted (motion passed)
• July minutes accepted (motion passed)
• Next meeting scheduled for September 10, 2025 (Zoom)
• Lizzie to reach out to Shari regarding board member applications

Commission on Disabilities

The commission unanimously approved a motion to purchase 300 water bottles using handicap fines funds, up to $500. They also unanimously accepted the treasurer’s report showing $5,000 in general funds and $7,627.97 in handicap fines. No other formal actions were taken; other topics were discussed for future follow‑up.

• Approved purchase of 300 water bottles up to $500 (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer’s Report: $5,000 general funds, $7,627.97 handicap fines (unanimous)
• Approved motion to close the meeting (unanimous)

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The council reviewed reports on the recent sister‑city trip, Bastille Day, Heritage Days, and upcoming activities. A suggestion was made to post agendas on the town website 48 hours in advance, but no vote or formal action was recorded.

Water Resources Commission

The Water Resources Commission unanimously approved the amended July 2025 meeting minutes. The commission also unanimously voted to adjourn the August 12, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 2025 minutes (unanimous 4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous 4-0)

Select Board

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It then voted to adjourn and enter executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property on Sunset Road. The meeting was finally adjourned at 8:26 p.m., with all votes 5‑0.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session on Sunset Road property (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:26 p.m. (5-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee unanimously approved a $750,000 purchase of the Dish Pan Property using CPC funds. It also approved $145,000 for the Cudworth House restoration, $3,500 for lighting work at the GAR Hall (allocated to the Cudworth House project), and $125,000 for the Mordecai Lincoln renovation. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.

• Approved $750,000 purchase of Dish Pan Property (7-0)
• Approved $145,000 for Cudworth House restoration (7-0)
• Approved $3,500 for GAR Hall lighting, allocated to Cudworth House project (7-0)
• Approved $125,000 for Mordecai Lincoln renovation (7-0)

Waterways Commission

The commission unanimously accepted the meeting agenda and the April 2, 2025 minutes. It also approved the June 4 minutes with one abstention. The July minutes were tabled for later review, and the commission agreed to draft a memo outlining concerns about the size and cost of the proposed harbormaster building. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted meeting agenda (9-0)
• Accepted April 2, 2025 minutes (9-0)
• Accepted June 4, 2025 minutes (9-0, 1 abstain)
• Took a 5‑minute break (9-0)
• Tabled July minutes for further review
• Agreed to draft memo on harbormaster building size and cost concerns
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Capital Planning Committee

The committee elected Mike Gibson as Chair and Ollie Forer as Vice Chair, each by a 3-0 vote. Richard Taft was elected Secretary, also by a 3-0 vote. The minutes were approved unanimously (4Y, 0N) and the meeting was adjourned unanimously (4Y, 0N). An initial budget meeting was set for October 8.

• Mike Gibson elected Chair (3-0)
• Ollie Forer elected Vice Chair (3-0)
• Richard Taft elected Secretary (3-0)
• Minutes approved (4Y, 0N)
• Meeting adjourned (4Y, 0N)
• Initial budget meeting scheduled for Oct 8

Select Board

The Board unanimously accepted a $3,700 donation from Liberty Bay Credit Union for a retractable awning for the town’s Special Operations fire truck. It also approved MAPC contracts for crack sealing and earth materials, awarded a $673,092 contract to CN Wood Enrviro LLC for a new 2026 sewer Vactor truck, and approved a $95,000 contract with Collins Engineers Inc. for flood‑hazard mitigation planning in the Scituate Harbor Business District. Finally, the Board closed the warrant for the November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting.

• Accepted $3,700 donation from Liberty Bay Credit Union for fire truck awning (5-0)
• Awarded MAPC crack sealing contract to Sealcoating Inc. DBA Indus (5-0)
• Awarded MAPC earth materials contracts to TL Edwards Inc. and Lorusso Corporation (5-0)
• Awarded $673,092 contract to CN Wood Enrviro LLC for new 2026 sewer Vactor truck (5-0)
• Awarded $95,000 contract to Collins Engineers Inc. for flood‑hazard mitigation in Scituate Harbor Business District (5-0)
• Closed warrant for the November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission rejected the proposed development at 107 Edward Foster Road, voting to deny the project (3-1-1). A motion to issue an Order of Conditions for the same site failed (1-3-1). The board also approved continuances for several other notices of intent and closed the hearing for 190 First Parish Road with an Order of Conditions. All continuance motions passed unanimously (7-0-0).

• Denied 107 Edward Foster Road project (3-1-1)
• Failed to issue Order of Conditions for 107 Edward Foster Road (1-3-1)
• Continued NOI for 185 Edward Foster Road to Sep 22, 2025 (7-0-0)
• Continued NOI for 47 Rebecca Road to Oct 20, 2025 (7-0-0)
• Closed NOI and issued Order of Conditions for 190 First Parish Road (7-0-0)
• Continued NOI for 0 Bailey’s Island to Oct 20, 2025 (7-0-0)

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee approved the outlined funding for this season, using the FY23 grant balance of $7,028 to cover the selfie station, lighting maintenance, kiosk printing and installation, ArtWalk flags, and the bandstand. The motion was passed unanimously. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 8 and June 26, 2025 meetings.

• Approved season funding for selfie station, lighting, kiosk, flags, bandstand (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 26, 2025 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved a third continuance of the public hearing for the South River Marina special permit in the Humarock Village Residential Overlay, moving the hearing to September 11, 2025 and extending the time for action to November 28, 2025. No other formal actions were taken.

• Accepted agenda (voice vote unanimous)
• Approved third continuance of special permit hearing for 21 Central Ave & 7 Marshfield Ave until Sept 11 2025 and extended action deadline to Nov 28 2025 (voice vote unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board unanimously approved moving the Town’s 2026 annual election from May 23 to May 30. The Board also unanimously approved National Grid’s request to install a new street‑light pole and stub pole at 289 Gannett Road. Both actions were recorded with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved changing the 2026 election date to Saturday, May 30, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved installation of a new SO pole and stub pole at 289 Gannett Road (5-0)
• Accepted meeting agenda unanimously (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission accepted its agenda unanimously. It voted to continue the Notice of Intent hearings for 107 Edward Foster Road (4-0-2) and for 185 Chief Justice Cushing Highway (7-0-0). Finally, it approved an Order of Conditions for the 85 Chief Justice Cushing Highway stormwater and parking lot improvements (6-0-0).

• Accepted agenda (6-0-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 107 Edward Foster Road to Aug 4, 2025 (4-0-2)
• Continued NOI hearing for 185 Chief Justice Cushing Highway to Aug 18, 2025 (7-0-0)
• Closed NOI and issued Order of Conditions for 85 Chief Justice Cushing Highway (6-0-0)

Economic Development Commission

The commission approved a $9,545 grant for the upcoming Heritage Days festival, with the motion made by Susan Daileader, seconded by Sue Di Pesa, and passed unanimously. The May and June meeting minutes were approved. Members agreed to schedule a special strategy meeting for FY 2026, improve communication about grant opportunities, and aim for a 7‑8:30 pm meeting time. The next regular meeting was set for August 18, 2025.

• Approved $9,545 Heritage Days grant (unanimous)
• Approved May and June meeting minutes
• Agreed to schedule FY 2026 strategy special meeting
• Agreed to improve communication about grant opportunities
• Agreed to aim for 7‑8:30 pm meeting duration
• Set next regular meeting for August 18, 2025

Historical Commission

The Scituate Historical Commission met on July 17, 2025 and unanimously approved the June 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners discussed next steps for the Heritage Strategies preservation plan and updates on local historic properties. The proposed schedule of meetings through December 2025 was approved. The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

• Approved June 2025 minutes (5-0 unanimous)
• Approved upcoming meeting schedule (no vote tally recorded)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a Special Permit for the construction of an addition to the non‑conforming dwelling at 133 Maple Street, Scituate. The Board found the addition does not create new nonconformities and any intensification of existing ones is not substantially more detrimental. The Board also granted a continuance of the 3A Service Station Corporation’s appeal to the August 21 meeting. Additionally, the Board reorganized leadership, appointing Chris Carchia as the new Chair.

• Approved Special Permit for addition at 133 Maple St. (unanimous)
• Continued 3A Service Station Corp. appeal to Aug 21 meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Chris Carchia as new Chair of the Board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 7:15 p.m. (unanimous)

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee voted 4‑0 to accept the minutes from the April 10 meeting with corrections. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded and approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Accepted April 10 minutes with corrections (vote 4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust presented its 2025 Housing Production Plan to the Scituate board. The presentation outlined current affordable housing inventory, demographic and economic trends, housing needs, and proposed strategies. No approvals, rejections, or other actions were recorded, and the plan will be forwarded for public input and further approvals.

Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee

The Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee unanimously accepted the agenda and the May 6, 2025 meeting notes. No formal actions were taken on the parking or intersection issues discussed; officers were asked to investigate further. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Accepted agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted May 06, 2025 meeting notes (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee accepted the meeting agenda and the May 12 minutes unanimously. The archive application was found ineligible for funding. The CPA Act funds of $4,350 were approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 PM.

• Agenda accepted (7/0)
• May 12 minutes accepted (7/0)
• Archive application denied (did not meet funding requirements)
• CPA Act funds $4,350 approved (7/0)
• Meeting adjourned (7/0)

Planning Board

The Board accepted the agenda by unanimous voice vote. The meeting continued the public hearing for 799 and 801 Country Way, with a deadline set for October 23, 2025. A draft motion for 803 Country Way was reviewed, and a motion to adopt Findings of Fact was moved, but no vote or final approval was recorded.

Beach Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and accepted the May minutes. It scheduled the next meeting for August 13, 2025. Lizzie Capiau‑Piscitello will assume museum and Sand Hills duties from Kate, and will follow up on Peggotty accessibility concerns. The next meeting will include a discussion of an updated beach‑survey.

• Agenda accepted (motion by Kelly, seconded by Gordon)
• May meeting minutes accepted (motion by Kate, seconded by Gordon)
• Next meeting scheduled for Aug 13, 2025 at 6 pm via Zoom
• Lizzie Capiau‑Piscitello assigned museum responsibilities previously held by Kate
• Lizzie Capiau‑Piscitello assigned Sand Hills responsibilities previously held by Kate
• Lizzie Capiau‑Piscitello to follow up on Peggotty accessibility issues
• Next meeting to discuss updated beach‑survey

Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee

The Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. No other motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during this session. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on historic‑preservation work, outdoor‑space enhancements, and caretaker‑house renovations.

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The meeting was called to order at 4:02 PM and the secretary's and accountant's reports were accepted. Members provided updates on the upcoming student visit, Bas1lle Day, Heritage Days, and a planned trip to Paris. A $400 grant for Bas1lle Day was announced, and the next meeting was scheduled for August 5, 2025.

Select Board

The board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda (4-0). It also voted unanimously to approve a Special Event Permit for the Chamber of Commerce to hold Heritage Days on August 2‑4, pending final inspections. Both actions were recorded as formal board decisions.

• Accepted agenda (vote 4-0)
• Approved Heritage Days special event permit (vote 4-0)

Waterways Commission

The commission accepted the agenda and the April 2 minutes unanimously (9‑0 each). It decided to request a timeline for the architect’s final report and to hold a special meeting in August to review all documents. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (9‑0). No old business or police/fisherman updates were reported.

• Approved agenda (9-0)
• Approved April 2 minutes (9-0)
• Requested timeline for final architect report
• Planned special meeting in August to review documents
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)
• No old business presented
• No police department update reported
• No fisherman/lobstermen update reported

Board of Health

The Board of Health voted 2‑0 to approve the owner's variance request for 175 Maple Street under the private well regulations. The agenda was accepted and the meeting was adjourned, each by a unanimous 2‑0 vote. No other business was taken.

• Accepted agenda (2-0)
• Approved variance for 175 Maple Street private well regulations (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission approved a motion to oppose the proposed dissolution of the North River Commission and to send a letter of opposition to the General Courts. It also approved an amendment for 113 River Street and issued orders of conditions for 50 Ely Avenue and 35 Brunswick Road. Negative and positive determinations of applicability were issued for several RDA projects, all with unanimous votes.

• Opposed North River Commission dissolution and approved letter to General Courts (6-0-0)
• Closed amendment hearing and issued amendment for 113 River Street (6-0-0)
• Closed Notice of Intent and issued Order of Conditions for 50 Ely Avenue (6-0-0)
• Closed Notice of Intent and issued Order of Conditions for 35 Brunswick Road (6-0-0)
• Issued Negative 2 Determination of Applicability for 803 Country Way (6-0-0)
• Issued Positive 2b and Negative 2 Determination of Applicability for 27 Brook Street (6-0-0)
• Issued Negative 2 Determination of Applicability for 26 Atlantic Drive (6-0-0)
• Issued Negative 2 Determination of Applicability for 11 Julian Street (6-0-0)

Recreation Department

The Recreation Commission opened with a motion to call the meeting to order at 5:00 PM, which passed with all members in favor. The commission noted Sheila McCourt’s retirement. The meeting was adjourned at 6:00 PM after a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Motion to call meeting to order approved (all in favor)
• Motion to adjourn approved (all in favor)

Historical Commission

The commission approved the May 22, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It assigned specific liaison duties to members for the Select Board, Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, Conservation Commission, and the Historical Society. Steve Litchfield was tasked with contacting DPW to have the tercentenary signs removed for sand‑blasting in the fall. John G. Waite and Associates were selected to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Mordecai Lincoln House.

• Approved May 22, 2025 minutes (vote 4‑0)
• Assigned liaison duties: Doug to Select Board, Susannah to Planning Board, Brendan to Zoning Board of Appeals, Jack to Conservation Commission, Steve and Jim to Historical Society
• Steve Litchfield will contact DPW to remove tercentenary signs for sand‑blasting (fall project)
• Selected John G. Waite and Associates to perform comprehensive assessment of Mordecai Lincoln House

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The committee agreed on criteria for including businesses on the kiosk map and will continue gathering photos and feedback. They will post a replacement for the Heritage Days position and contact mural artist Amanda Hill for a sketch. The group will obtain quotes for the kiosk map ($2,000‑$2,500 installed) and a selfie station (about $1,300) and will revisit the budget after firm numbers are received.

• Agreed on criteria for businesses to appear on the kiosk map
• Committed to gather additional photos and feedback for the kiosk map
• Will post a replacement for the Heritage Days position, with potential candidate Michaela Depollo
• Decided to contact mural artist Amanda Hill to request a rough sketch featuring local ocean animals
• Planned to explore a banner art campaign and transportable murals for future phases
• Will obtain a new quote for the kiosk map and order additional flags if needed
• Will obtain quotes for a selfie station (estimated $1,300) and revisit the budget later
• Acknowledged Steve Litchfield’s departure and thanked him for his contributions

Advisory Committee

The committee accepted its agenda and the April 14, 2025 minutes. It voted unanimously to recommend the FY25 year‑end transfers for the General Fund and various enterprises, and also to adopt proposed revolving‑fund expenditure limit increases. Members elected Dan McGuiggin as Chair and Missy Seidel as Vice‑Chair. The meeting was adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Accepted April 14, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended FY25 year‑end transfers (7-0)
• Recommended revolving‑fund expenditure limit amendments (7-0)
• Appointed Dan McGuiggin as Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Missy Seidel as Vice‑Chair (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted to continue the public meeting for the Kennedy’s Country Garden site‑plan review until July 10, 2025, and extend the filing deadline to July 31. It also approved moving into Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy for 165 Summer Street, adopted the meeting agenda, approved the June 12 minutes, authorized two purchase orders, kept current officers in their roles, and decided to maintain existing liaison assignments. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Moved to Executive Session for 165 Summer Street litigation strategy (5‑0)
• Adopted the Planning Board meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved continuance of Kennedy’s Country Garden site‑plan review to July 10, 2025, and filing deadline to July 31 (5‑0)
• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved PO#2511642 for $137.18 and PO#2511736 for $109.21 (5‑0)
• Confirmed current officers: Chair Lambert, Vice Chair Lewis, Clerk Burbine (5‑0)
• Maintained existing liaison assignments; no changes made (5‑0)
• Motion to adjourn carried (5‑0)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging approved the May 2025 minutes. The board approved a FOSS by‑law amendment that mandates board members attend at least half of scheduled meetings each year. A motion was passed to skip the July meeting, with the next meeting set for August 14. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved May 2025 minutes
• Approved FOSS by‑law amendment requiring 50% meeting attendance by board members
• Motion passed to forego July meeting; next meeting scheduled for August 14

Select Board

The board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda (5-0). It approved FY25 year‑end budget transfers that will reduce turnbacks in the General Fund, Water, Sewer, and Waterways Enterprise funds (5-0). The board also unanimously increased FY25 expenditure limits for several revolving funds, including School Transportation and Solar Array (5-0). Finally, the board approved a change of ownership and officers for the Barker House alcoholic beverage license (5-0).

• Accepted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved FY25 budget transfers reducing turnbacks: General Fund $123,041; Water Enterprise $58,081; Sewer Enterprise $36,681; Waterways Enterprise $17,560 (5-0)
• Approved FY25 revolving fund limit increases: School Transportation +$70,000; Private Ways +$2,000; GATRA +$40,000; Solar Array +$200,000; Recreation +$10,000; Maritime Center Rental +$15,000 (5-0)
• Approved change of ownership and officers for Wedgewood Beverages Inc. d/b/a Barker House alcoholic beverage license (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission approved a $312 amendment to the Get to Greenbush grant to cover additional police detail and a $2,020 grant for annual maintenance of the SVC website. The commission also discussed plans for a micro‑grants pilot to launch in August for FY2026. Interviews for two new commission applicants are scheduled for July 8.

• Approved $312 Get to Greenbush grant amendment for additional police detail
• Approved $2,020 grant for annual SVC website maintenance

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 2025. The board also voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 6:56 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Agenda accepted (unanimous in favor)
• May 2025 minutes accepted (unanimous in favor)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous in favor)

Water Resources Commission

The Water Resources Commission approved the amended minutes for May 2025 with a unanimous 5-0 vote. The commission then adjourned the June 17 meeting, also by a unanimous 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous 5-0)

Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee

The Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee voted unanimously (4‑0) to start the meeting, adopt the agenda, adopt the May 20 minutes, and adjourn at 6:53 p.m. No other actions were decided. A grant of $90 K from FEMA was noted for flood mitigation in the Harbor District.

• Start meeting (4‑0 unanimous)
• Accept agenda (4‑0 unanimous)
• Accept May 20 minutes (4‑0 unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 6:53 p.m. (4‑0 unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board accepted the posted agenda unanimously. It agreed to address the scenic road/public shade tree hearing at 799 Country Way before continuing the site‑plan hearing. The Board also approved the removal of three specified trees, requiring replacement with native trees of at least 2.5‑inch caliper.

• Accepted posted agenda (vote: Yes – Pritchard, Lambert, Burbine, Lewis)
• Agreed to prioritize the scenic road/public shade tree hearing before the continued site‑plan hearing
• Approved removal of 3 deciduous trees – 26" red oak, 18" red maple, 10" red maple – with replacement by native trees ≥2.5" caliper (vote: Yes – Pritchard, Lambert, Burbine, Lewis)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It also unanimously approved replacing the previously allocated kayak purchase with new items costing $197.87. Additionally, the commission unanimously approved up to $850 for a new public address system.

• Approved past meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of items totaling $197.87, replacing kayak allocation (unanimous)
• Approved up to $850 for new PA system (unanimous)

Sister City Ireland, Cork County Committee

The meeting agenda and the May 13 minutes were each accepted by unanimous vote. The committee authorized a $1,000 payment to the Scituate Sister City Project, Inc. to support the student exchange program. It also resolved to look for a way to honor Mike Schilling for his work promoting Irish culture.

• Agenda accepted (unanimous)
• May 13 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,000 payment for exchange program (vote not recorded)
• Decided to seek a way to honor Mike Schilling (vote not recorded)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and welcomed two new members, Shannon and Israel. They scheduled the next DEI committee meeting for July 15, with Tom tasked to post the notice on the town website. Additional actions were assigned, including inviting Corey Miles to discuss the climate vulnerability assessment and arranging a veterans‑agent meeting at the senior center.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Welcomed and sworn in new members Shannon and Israel
• Scheduled next DEI committee meeting for July 15 (Tom to post on website)
• Assigned Bob to invite Corey Miles to the July 15 meeting
• Assigned Bob to coordinate a veterans‑agent meeting at the senior center
• Assigned Bob to share demographic statistics email from the finance director
• Assigned Tom to resend February minutes for approval at the next meeting
• Assigned Elena to take minutes at the next committee meeting

Select Board

The Select Board accepted the agenda with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The board then elected Andrew Goodrich as Chair, Susan Harrison as Vice Chair, and Jamie Gilmore as Clerk, each by a 5‑0 vote.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Elected Andrew Goodrich as Select Board Chair (5-0)
• Elected Susan Harrison as Select Board Vice Chair (5-0)
• Elected Jamie Gilmore as Select Board Clerk (5-0)

Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee

The Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken; updates were given on historic‑property assessments, outdoor improvements, and caretaker‑house renovations. The funding strategy was placed on hold pending the RFP outcome, and the long‑range vision discussion was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from April 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Funding strategy placed on hold pending RFP output
• Long‑range vision discussion deferred to next meeting

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission accepted the meeting agenda with a 7-0 vote and approved the April 2, 2025 minutes with a 7-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 6-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agenda accepted (7-0)
• April 2, 2025 minutes accepted (7-0)
• Meeting adjourned (6-0)

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission voted unanimously to accept the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. The commission then adjourned the meeting by a unanimous vote.

• Accepted meeting agenda (7-0)
• Accepted April 2 minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Coastal Advisory Commission

The commission met on June 3, 2025, verified attendance and quorum, approved the agenda, discussed newsletter items, and then adjourned. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Meeting called to order (motion by Mark Donovan, seconded by Joan Blanchard)
• Agenda approved (motion by Mark Donovan, seconded by Joan Blanchard)
• Motion to adjourn adopted (motion by Matt McKinley, seconded by Joan Blanchard)

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The committee accepted the secretary’s report as corrected. The accountant’s report was also accepted, noting a $400 grant still owed to the committee.

• Accepted secretary’s report as corrected
• Accepted accountant’s report (noted $400 grant owed)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission accepted its agenda unanimously. It closed Notice of Intent hearings and issued Orders of Conditions for 36 Tenth Ave, 18 Marshfield Ave, and 25 Sixth Ave, each by a 6‑0‑0 vote (5‑0‑0 for 36 Tenth Ave due to a recusal). The commission also approved the amendment for 54 Woodland Road, adding mitigation, with a 6‑0‑0 vote. Several hearings were continued to June 30, 2025, including 47 Rebecca Road, 113 River Street, and 50 Ely Ave.

• Agenda accepted (6-0-0)
• Closed NOI and issued Order of Conditions for 36 Tenth Ave (5-0-0, Chair recused)
• Closed NOI and issued Order of Conditions for 18 Marshfield Ave (6-0-0)
• Approved amendment for 54 Woodland Road with added mitigation (6-0-0)
• Continued hearing for 47 Rebecca Road to June 30, 2025 (6-0-0)
• Closed NOI and issued Order of Conditions for 25 Sixth Ave (6-0-0)
• Continued amendment hearing for 113 River Street to June 30, 2025 (6-0-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 50 Ely Ave to June 30, 2025 (6-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board unanimously voted to award a contract to Comm‑Tract Corp for the production and installation of fiber optic cabling at municipal facilities, not to exceed $257,842.26. The Board also accepted a $400 donation from the Cedar Point Association to replace the flagpole at Hart Park. Both actions were recorded as motions passed during the meeting.

• Awarded fiber optic contract to Comm‑Tract Corp up to $257,842.26 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Accepted $400 donation from Cedar Point Association for Hart Park flagpole replacement

Historical Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting with edits. It adopted a liaison plan assigning members to monitor the Select Board, Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, Conservation Commission, and the Historical Society. Steve Litchfield was tasked with contacting the DPW to remove the tercentenary signs for sandblasting by South Shore Vo‑Tech. The commission selected John G Waite and Associates to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Mordecai Lincoln House.

• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (with edits)
• Adopted liaison assignments for Select Board, Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, Conservation Commission, and Historical Society
• Assigned Steve Litchfield to contact DPW to remove tercentenary signs for sandblasting
• Selected John G Waite and Associates to assess the Mordecai Lincoln House
• Scheduled regular meetings for June 26, July 17, August 21, September 25, October 16, November 20, and December 18

Planning Board

The Board unanimously approved a continuance of the special permit hearing for the South River Marina Development until July 24, 2025. It also approved the stormwater permit and associated site and septic design plan for 0 Country Way, attaching detailed conditions. Both actions were recorded as motions passed by the Board.

• Continuance of special permit hearing for South River Marina Development approved (unanimous voice vote)
• Stormwater Permit for 0 Country Way approved with conditions (decision recorded)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust unanimously accepted the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 2025. It also unanimously approved moving forward with Community for Independent Living to develop a minimum five‑bedroom supportive housing home (up to eight units) at 165‑167 Stockbridge Road. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted April 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved CIL development of 5‑bedroom supportive housing (8 units) at 165‑167 Stockbridge Road (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission unanimously approved an additional $82.04 for the Sailor Launch Program. It also approved buying two adaptive paddle board chairs at $95 each, not to exceed $250. A $500 budget was authorized for an AAE 2025 banner, and the treasurer’s financial report was accepted. Several items, including GRIT Chair marketing and a crosswalk accessibility issue, were slated for future discussion.

• Approved additional $82.04 for Sailor Launch Program (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two adaptive paddle board chairs at $95 each, not to exceed $250 (unanimous)
• Approved up to $500 for AAE 2025 banner (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer’s report (unanimous)
• Approved motion for Megan to use Facebook groups to post about GRIT Chair (unanimous)
• Approved adding GRIT Chair marketing discussion to a future agenda (unanimous)
• Added crosswalk accessibility issue to future agenda (unanimous)
• Added beach access item to remain on agenda (unanimous)

Beautification Commission

The commission approved the April meeting minutes. It voted not to plant a tree at the Greenbush area near the Mill and will consider dwarf shrubs instead. Members agreed to keep a container for new merchant tenants and to discontinue the town’s costly website and email system. The Adopt‑A‑Lot signage project was reported completed.

• Approved April meeting minutes
• Decided a tree will not be planted at Greenbush near the Mill; consider dwarf shrubs instead
• Agreed to continue a container for new merchant tenants
• Decided to abandon the expensive website and email system
• Adopt A Lot signs installation completed

Water Resources Commission

The Water Resources Commission unanimously approved the amended minutes from the April 2025 meeting (vote 5-0). The commission also unanimously voted to adjourn the May 20, 2025 meeting (vote 5-0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee

The Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee met with a quorum of six members. Unanimous votes (6-0) approved starting the meeting, accepting the agenda, and accepting the October 15 minutes. The committee discussed three design options affecting parking and green space but did not adopt any. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Motion to start meeting approved (6-0)
• Motion to accept agenda approved (6-0)
• Motion to accept October 15 minutes approved (6-0)
• Motion to adjourn meeting approved (6-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission closed Notice of Intent hearings and issued Orders of Conditions for four development projects, including 72 Ann Vinal Road and 113 Clapp Road, with unanimous votes. It also issued positive and negative applicability determinations for multiple RDA projects such as 323 Gannett Road and 15 Circuit Avenue. All actions were approved by votes ranging from 5‑0‑0 to 6‑0‑0.

• Closed NOI hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 72 Ann Vinal Road (6-0-0)
• Closed NOI hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 113 Clapp Road (6-0-0)
• Closed NOI hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 175 Maple Street (6-0-0)
• Closed NOI hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 20 Wood Island Road (5-0-0)
• Issued Positive 2b and Negative 3 determination for 323 Gannett Road (6-0-0)
• Issued Positive 2b and Negative 3 determination for 498 First Parish Road (6-0-0)
• Issued Negative 3 determination for 15 Circuit Avenue (5-0-0)
• Issued Negative 3 determination for 22 Ocean Drive (6-0-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission approved four grant allocations totaling $4,221.40, covering the Sea Scituate app, portable restroom rentals, a Community Leaders Forum event, and Victorian‑style lighting for North Scituate. The commission also approved the April meeting minutes. No other substantive motions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved $760 grant to Friends of North Scituate Association for Victorian lights and banners
• Approved $640 funding for the June 4 Community Leaders Forum event
• Approved $51 annual funding to maintain the Sea Scituate app
• Approved $2,770.40 for FY2025 portable restroom (Port‑a‑Potties) rentals
• Approved the April meeting minutes

Beach Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April meeting. They scheduled the next meeting for June 11. Members were assigned tasks to develop a revised beach toy library plan and to move forward with the bike‑rack project.

• Accepted April meeting minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for June 11
• Nicole Sullivan tasked to create revised beach toy library diagram and management plan
• Kelly Bower to assist Nicole with presentation to the Select Board
• Tony tasked to produce updated drawing of the beach toy library structure (4 × 4 × 2 ft)
• Chris Mason to confirm bike‑rack locations, obtain contractor quote, and assess remaining budget

Select Board

The board voted to accept the agenda with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded in this meeting.

• Accepted agenda (4-0)

Select Board

The Select Board entered executive session to discuss contract negotiations for the Town Administrator and Finance Director, approving the motion unanimously (5‑0). The Board agreed to offer both employees salary increases of 3.5%, 3% and 3% and a one‑year termination payout. The Board then moved to a second executive session on aquaculture/shellfish, also unanimously (5‑0).

• Moved into executive session for contract negotiations (5‑0)
• Agreed to offer salary increases of 3.5%, 3% and 3% and a 1‑year termination payout to Town Administrator and Finance Director
• Moved to next executive session on aquaculture/shellfish (5‑0)

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission accepted the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 2024 and January‑March 2025 by unanimous roll‑call votes (6‑0). The commission then adjourned the meeting at 8:01 PM, also unanimously (6‑0). No other actions were decided.

• Accepted agenda (6-0)
• Accepted December 4, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted January‑March 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 PM (6-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee approved the May 12 agenda and the March 2025 minutes, each by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved March 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee approved $3,000 for on‑call lighting maintenance and training, with a unanimous vote. The minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously. The next committee meeting was scheduled for June 4, 2025 at 8:30 AM via Zoom. The board also discussed plans for a mural and kiosk but took no formal action.

• Approved $3,000 on‑call lighting maintenance with training (unanimous)
• Approved March 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for June 4, 2025 at 8:30 AM via Zoom

Sister City Cape Verde, Santa Catarina do Fogo Committee

The Scituate Sister City Cape Verde Committee approved the minutes from the April meeting by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions or policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board voted not to accept the proposed pump drainage system for the 340 Gannett multi‑family project and required the applicant to redesign the roof drainage as an internal system. The applicant must also resubmit Condominium Association documents that clearly state the intended use of the affordable units. The Board postponed a final decision on the project and will continue the review at a later meeting.

• Rejected pump drainage system for 340 Gannett project
• Required redesign of roof drainage to internal system
• Requested resubmission of Condominium Association documents clarifying unit type
• Postponed final decision on the project (continuance)
• Planned technical and content revisions to the draft decision (drainage and affordable units)
• Did not approve stormwater permit at this meeting

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging board voted to approve and accept the minutes from the April meeting. No other motions or formal decisions were recorded. The meeting featured staff reports on programs, transportation, advocacy, and upcoming events.

• Approved April meeting minutes

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The committee approved changing the title “treasurer” to “accountant”. It scheduled a host‑family meeting for June 2 and a raffle drawing for July 14 at the Bastille Day celebration. MaryAnn will apply for the town’s co‑chair appointment.

• Approved renaming the treasurer position to “accountant” (accepted)
• Scheduled host‑family meeting for French students on June 2 at Scituate Library
• Set July 14 raffle ticket drawing for the Sucy‑en‑Brie committee at Bastille Day
• MaryAnn to apply for town appointment as co‑chair (action assigned)
• Recorded $100 donation in Ann Mullen’s honor to Scituate Senior Center

Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee

The Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee accepted the agenda and the March 18, 2025 meeting notes unanimously. Members discussed safety concerns at three Country Way intersections and considered options such as remarking crosswalks and adjusting signage. The committee was informed that Officer Britton found no speeding issue at Gannet Road and that the Select Board approved a $25 fine for high‑school parking violations. The meeting was adjourned at 5:41 PM with a unanimous vote.

• Agenda accepted (unanimous)
• March 18, 2025 meeting notes accepted (unanimous)
• Discussed safety concerns at three Country Way intersections (no vote)
• Noted no speeding issue at Gannet Road (informational)
• Informed of Select Board approval of $25 high‑school parking fine (informational)
• Meeting adjourned at 5:41 PM (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board voted 5-0 to accept the meeting agenda. The board unanimously approved the Commission on Disabilities, Inclusion and Accessibility Award for Finance Director Nancy Holt. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Awarded COD Accessibility Award to Nancy Holt (unanimous)

Select Board

The board voted 5‑0 to accept the agenda for the April 29, 2025 meeting. The meeting also featured the presentation of the Commission on Disabilities, Inclusion and Accessibility award to Finance Director Nancy Holt, and numerous updates on town projects and upcoming community events.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)

Board of Health

The Scituate Board of Health approved a variance request for 340 Gannett Road to modify sewage disposal rules, with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The board also approved the amended minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting and an administrative invoice, each by 3‑0. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved sewage variance for 340 Gannett Road (3-0)
• Approved amendment of March 10, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved administrative invoice (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Economic Development Commission

The commission unanimously approved a $669 grant request from the Bike Committee. It also approved a $5,000 grant for the Scituate Visitors Center. The board scheduled stakeholder engagement for the Marketing Project in early June and added a subcommittees proposal to the June agenda. Recruitment will begin for two open EDC seats and a Community Leaders Forum and second business survey are planned for June/July.

• Approved Bike Committee grant request of $669 (unanimous)
• Approved Scituate Visitors Center grant of $5,000
• Scheduled stakeholder engagement for the Marketing Project for early June
• Added subcommittees proposal to the June agenda
• Started recruitment to fill two open EDC seats
• Planned Community Leaders Forum for June/July and launch of 2nd annual business survey
• Finalized Marketing Strategy contract

Historical Commission

The commission voted against a 12‑month demolition delay for the property at 10 Brookline Road, with a 5‑0 vote, so the delay was not approved. Minutes for February and March 2025 were approved with edits. The commission scheduled a May 8 meeting to discuss the Heritage Strategies preservation plan recommendations. Steve Litchfield will contact the DPW to remove tercentenary signs for sand blasting, and John G. Waite and Associates were selected to assess the Mordecai Lincoln House.

• Approved minutes for February and March 2025 (with edits)
• Demolition delay for 10 Brookline Road denied (5‑0 vote)
• Scheduled May 8 meeting to discuss preservation plan recommendations
• Steve Litchfield to contact DPW to remove tercentenary signs
• Selected John G. Waite and Associates to assess Mordecai Lincoln House
• Set regular commission meetings for May 8 and May 22

Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the March 19th meeting. The session also provided updates on the historic‑property RFP, outdoor‑space enhancements, funding strategy, communication planning, inventory, caretaker‑house renovations, and a $250 pest‑control expense, but no additional votes were recorded.

• Approved minutes of March 19th meeting

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors unanimously accepted the March 5, 2025 minutes. They voted to enter an executive session. The Board reviewed and approved new exemption applications. The meeting was adjourned at 1:40 pm.

• Accepted March 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Approved new exemption applications (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:40 pm (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission accepted its agenda unanimously. It continued the Notice of Intent hearing for 107 Edward Foster Road and 113 Clapp Road, and closed and issued Orders of Conditions for 44 Jericho Road, 14 Minot Street, 4 Oceanside Drive, and several Central Avenue seawall projects. It also issued Negative 3 Determinations of Applicability for 28A Cherry Lane, 10 Country Club Circle, and 8 Seventh Avenue. Finally, the commission denied an Order of Conditions for 162 Jericho Road, voting 5‑0‑0 in favor of denial.

• Agenda accepted (5-0-0)
• Continue NOI hearing for 107 Edward Foster Road (5-0-0)
• Close NOI and issue Order of Conditions for 44 Jericho Road (5-0-0)
• Close NOI and issue Order of Conditions for 14 Minot Street (5-0-0)
• Continue NOI hearing for 113 Clapp Road (5-0-0)
• Close NOI and issue Order of Conditions for 4 Oceanside Drive (5-0-0)
• Issue Negative 3 Determination of Applicability for 28A Cherry Lane (5-0-0)
• Deny Order of Conditions for 162 Jericho Road (5-0-0)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The committee unanimously approved opening the meeting and later unanimously approved adjourning it. Members agreed to publicize openings and to schedule new meetings with additional town departments, including the Housing Trust. Bob was tasked with contacting the new Veterans Agent, and the group will arrange an introductory meeting with the Housing Trust Group.

• Opened meeting – unanimous approval (Angela Ribeiro-Dray, Kristina Gilberti, Kerry Son, Thomas Secaur)
• Agreed to publicize openings for committee members
• Decided to establish new meetings with additional town departments, including the Housing Trust
• Bob to contact the new Veterans Agent to schedule a meeting
• Committee will schedule an introductory meeting with the Housing Trust Group
• Closed meeting – unanimous approval (Angela Ribeiro-Dray, Kristina Gilberti, Kerry Son, Thomas Secaur)

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission accepted the February minutes. It approved a $5,500 expenditure for the reconstruction of First Parish Island, with all members in favor. The discussion on the Greenbush tree location along Dunkin path was tabled until the next meeting.

• Accepted February minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $5,500 for First Parish Island reconstruction (unanimous)
• Tabled Greenbush tree location, Dunkin path discussion

Water Resources Commission

The Water Resources Commission unanimously approved the March 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0). The body also unanimously voted to adjourn the April 15, 2025 meeting (6‑0). No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Select Board

The Select Board unanimously approved several vehicle purchase contracts that will take effect only if the April 14, 2025 Town Meeting approves the related funding articles. The contracts cover six trucks and ten Tempo Model Club Car golf carts. The Board also unanimously approved placing a non‑binding public advisory question on the 2025 spring ballot. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Approved award of six vehicle contracts (Mack and Dodge trucks) contingent on Town Meeting article 3 funding (5-0)
• Approved award of 10 Tempo Model Club Car golf carts for $78,893.90 contingent on special Town Meeting article 2 funding (5-0)
• Approved placement of non‑binding public advisory question on the 2025 spring ballot (5-0)

Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee unanimously accepted the meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting. A motion to suspend the committee meeting and attend the annual and special town meetings until they concluded was passed unanimously. The town meeting was formally dissolved at 10:20 p.m.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)
• Accepted March 13 minutes (5-0)
• Suspended committee meeting to attend town meetings; adjourned (5-0)

Sister City Cape Verde, Santa Catarina do Fogo Committee

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March meeting. A motion to support the town’s Juneteenth event was also unanimously approved. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved support for Juneteenth event (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee approved the minutes from the March 27 meeting (3‑0 vote, Lincoln abstained). It added language requiring an annual GAAP audit of town finances and adopted new provisions governing the sale or retention of foreclosed tax‑lien properties. It also removed Section 10410C, changed Section 10420B, kept Section 10420D, and approved the motion to adjourn (4‑0).

• Accepted March 27 minutes (3‑0, Lincoln abstained)
• Added annual audit requirement for town finances (Section 1041B)
• Removed Section 10410C and added language on sale of surplus property
• Changed Section 10420B to authorize Select Board to prosecute, settle or defend suits
• Added new Section 10420C detailing Select Board actions on tax‑lien foreclosures
• Kept existing language in Section 10420D
• Motion to adjourn passed (4‑0)

Planning Board

The Board voted to accept the posted agenda with all five members in favor. The Board then reviewed the Pier 44 Park site‑plan but did not make any final decisions on the project. The Conservation Commission’s stormwater permit has not been finalized, so the Board will not decide on the park tonight.

• Accepted agenda (5-0)

Council on Aging

The board voted to approve and accept the minutes from the March 2025 meeting. No other motions were adopted, and the meeting concluded with routine reports and updates.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)

Beach Commission

The commission approved the March meeting minutes. They rescheduled the beachgrass planting and cleanup to April 12, 2025. The next commission meeting was scheduled for May 14, 2025 at 6 pm via Zoom. Funding for bike racks was noted as approved by the Select Board, while the Sand Hills location was not approved.

• Accepted March meeting minutes (motion by Kate, seconded by Stacie)
• Rescheduled beachgrass planting and cleanup to April 12, 2025
• Noted bike rack funding approved by Select Board
• Location for Sand Hills bike rack not approved (DPW declined)
• Scheduled next Beach Commission meeting for May 14, 2025 at 6 pm via Zoom
• Kelly to follow up with Michelle Feggazi on bike rack location
• Chris to follow up with Greenbush General Store on beach‑cleanup sponsorship
• Stacie to follow up with Jobie at Mullaneys regarding sponsorship

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust accepted its agenda and the March 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0‑1). It voted unanimously to send a 30‑day letter to the current permit holder of the Stockbridge Road property to clarify future plans. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted agenda (unanimously in favor)
• Accepted March 2025 minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved sending 30‑day notice letter to Stockbridge Road permit holder (unanimously in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously in favor)

Recreation Department

The commission accepted the minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting. It voted to pilot a pick‑up street hockey league at the PJ Steverman Roller Rink, to be run by a for‑profit organization. New bike racks were ordered and are slated for installation at the end of April. Beach grass planting is scheduled for the upcoming weekend.

• Accepted minutes from 3/13/25 (unanimous)
• Approved pilot street hockey league at PJ Steverman Roller Rink (for‑profit)
• Ordered new bike racks; installation planned for end of April
• Scheduled beach grass planting for this weekend

Commission on Disabilities

The commission unanimously approved the February 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved up to $1,000 for cart supplies and gardening equipment for the Sailor Lunch Program. Additionally, it unanimously approved up to $2,500 to purchase a folding beach wheelchair for the Wheels for Waves project. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items are pending.

• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1,000 for cart supplies and gardening equipment (unanimous)
• Approved up to $2,500 for a folding beach wheelchair (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously

Sister City Ireland, Cork County Committee

The agenda for the April 9, 2025 meeting was accepted unanimously. The minutes from the March 12 meeting were approved unanimously. The committee authorized a $2,000 payment to support the Scituate student exchange program to Skibbereen, Ireland.

• Agenda accepted unanimously
• March 12 minutes approved unanimously
• Authorized $2,000 payment for exchange program

Design Review Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 Design Review Committee meeting. It also agreed that the Design Review Committee will issue a Letter of Recommendation to the Planning Board regarding the 799 and 830 Country Way projects. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved March 11, 2025 DRC meeting minutes
• DRC will issue Letter of Recommendation to Planning Board

Select Board

The board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda (3‑0). It then approved the application to change the manager of the Mill Wharf restaurant to Anthony Calabrese (5‑0). Finally, the board unanimously approved a sidewalk extension allowing outdoor tables for Hibernian Tavern (5‑0).

• Agenda acceptance approved (unanimous 3‑0)
• Change of manager for Mill Wharf restaurant approved (unanimous 5‑0)
• Sidewalk extension for Hibernian Tavern approved (unanimous 5‑0)

Department of Veteran Services

The Veterans Advisory Council unanimously approved the 2024 meeting minutes and the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes. No other actions were decided; the agenda consisted of reports and discussion items.

• Accepted 2024 minutes – unanimous
• Accepted 03/06/2025 minutes – unanimous

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission unanimously approved its agenda and accepted the minutes from December 2024 and January‑March 2025. It recommended that Cole Parkway Marina operate in the shoulder season (April 15‑May 14, 2025) with a spring rate of 50¢ per foot per day and a permanent fee of $1 per foot per day. The commission also approved support for the Opening of the Harbor event scheduled for June 6, 2025, and adjourned the meeting at 8:01 PM.

• Accepted meeting agenda (6-0)
• Accepted December 4, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted January‑March 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended Cole Parkway Marina open April 15‑May 14, 2025 with spring rate 50¢/ft/day and permanent fee $1/ft/day (6-0)
• Approved support for Opening of the Harbor event on June 6, 2025 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 PM (6-0)

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The council accepted the Secretary’s and Treasurer’s reports as written. A vote was taken and approved keeping the meeting time at 4 p.m. for the May 6 session. Assignments were made for outreach and promotion of upcoming trips and events, and the Nominating Committee was deemed unnecessary, with volunteers named for publicity and co‑chair roles.

• Secretary’s Report accepted as written
• Treasurer’s Report accepted as written
• Vote taken in favor of keeping meeting time at 4 p.m. for next meeting
• Anne Marie to send text to families who participated in Olympics
• Anita to contact Ann Mullen about emailing her list
• Emilie to post information on the town website and Scituate Monthly website
• Travel agent to be contacted for October trip arrangements
• Nominating Committee not needed; Anne Burke volunteered for publicity and Mary Ann Carnes named co‑chair with Anita

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission voted unanimously to close the Notice of Intent hearing and issue an Order of Conditions for the Cole Parkway Seawall project (DEP#068-3159). It also continued several other hearings and closed additional NOI hearings with orders of conditions. All votes were 4‑0‑0 in favor.

• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 21 Central Ave/7 Marshfield Ave to June 2, 2025 – vote 4-0-0
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 72 Ann Vinal Road to May 5, 2025 – vote 4-0-0
• Closed Notice of Intent hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 81 Surfside Road (DEP#068-3160) – vote 4-0-0
• Closed Notice of Intent hearing and issued Order of Conditions for Cole Parkway Seawall (DEP#068-3159) – vote 4-0-0
• Closed Notice of Intent hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 146 Chief Justice Cushing Highway (DEP#068-3162) – vote 4-0-0
• Closed Notice of Intent hearing for 61 Woodland Road (DEP#068-3141) – vote 4-0-0
• Closed Notice of Intent hearing for 54 Woodland Road (DEP#068-3140) – vote 4-0-0
• Closed Amendment hearing and issued Amended Order of Conditions for 93 Elm Street (DEP#068-2997B) – vote 4-0-0

Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee accepted the corrected minutes from the February 20 meeting. It recommended the passage of Articles 16, 18, and 19, each with unanimous approval. A sheet tracking recent meeting absences was also approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Accepted minutes with corrections (vote 3-0)
• Recommended passage of Article 16 (vote 3-0)
• Recommended passage of Article 18 (vote 3-0)
• Recommended passage of Article 19 (vote 3-0)
• Approved sheet tracking recent meeting absences (vote 3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 3-0)

Planning Board

The Board unanimously continued the public hearing for the 803 Country Way multi‑family site‑plan to April 24, extending the filing deadline to May 30. It also agreed to conduct a peer review of the Split Rock site‑plan application. Finally, the Board approved a waiver of the required 36‑foot lane for the Hatherly Elementary School project.

• Accepted agenda (voice vote unanimous)
• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (voice vote unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for 803 Country Way site‑plan to April 24, filing deadline extended to May 30 (voice vote unanimous)
• Agreed to conduct peer review on Split Rock site‑plan application (no vote recorded)
• Approved waiver of 36‑foot lane for Hatherly Elementary School project (no vote recorded)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors unanimously accepted the March 5, 2025 minutes and entered executive session. It approved overvaluation applications #15, 21, 26, 27, 35, and 37, and denied applications #3, 13, 14, 19, 29, and 34. The meeting was adjourned at 2:15 pm.

• Accepted March 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Approved overvaluation applications #15, 21, 26, 27, 35, 37 (unanimous)
• Denied overvaluation applications #3, 13, 14, 19, 29, 34 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:15 pm (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board unanimously approved poll hours of 8 AM to 6 PM for the May 31, 2025 Annual Town Election. It also approved a new Hawker & Peddler license for Robert Tuzik’s Temperance Food Truck at four beach locations and the Little League fields. The Board authorized funding for new Adopt‑a‑Lot signage through the Beautification Trust. No other substantive votes were recorded.

• Approved poll hours 8 AM‑6 PM for May 31, 2025 election (5‑0)
• Approved Hawker & Peddler license for Robert Tuzik, Temperance LLC at Peggotty, Egypt, Minot beaches and Lighthouse Little League fields (5‑0)
• Approved Adopt‑a‑Lot signage funding $1,440‑$1,950 (5‑0)
• Accepted meeting agenda (5‑0)

Economic Development Commission

The commission voted unanimously to elect Berry Kurland as the new chair, re‑electing Shelley Swanson as vice chair and Grace Gardner as secretary. The board also set a regular meeting day for the commission on the third Monday of each month and scheduled meetings for April 28, May 19, and June 16, 2025.

• Berry Kurland unanimously elected as new EDC Chair
• Shelley Swanson unanimously re‑elected as Vice Chair
• Grace Gardner unanimously re‑elected as Secretary
• Third Monday established as regular EDC meeting day
• Upcoming EDC meetings scheduled for April 28, May 19, and June 16, 2025

Historical Commission

The commission set a site visit for April 5 at 9:00 am to review the demolition application for 10 Brookline Road. Steve Litchfield will contact the DPW to have the tercentenary signs removed for sand‑blasting. An RFP was issued for a site assessment of the Mordecai Lincoln House and surplus items were posted for bid on the town website. The 250th Patriots Day celebration will be a joint event with Norwell, and the next commission meetings are slated for April 17 and May 22.

• Scheduled site visit for demolition review of 10 Brookline Road (April 5, 9:00 am)
• Steve Litchfield to contact DPW to remove tercentenary signs for sand‑blasting
• Issued RFP for site assessment of the Mordecai Lincoln House property
• Posted surplus items from Mordecai Lincoln House for bid via town website
• Planned joint 250th Patriots Day celebration with Norwell
• Set next commission meeting dates: April 17 and May 22

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to grant the Town of Scituate a Special Permit under Section 470 to construct a new municipal park at 44 Jericho Road in the Flood Plain and Watershed Protection District. The Board found the project meets the bylaw requirements and approved the plan as revised on February 12, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:25 p.m.

• Approved Special Permit for new municipal park at 44 Jericho Road (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (unanimous)

Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee

The Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee approved the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting. No new business items were presented. The next committee meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2025.

• Approved February 19, 2025 minutes