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

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting to review six continued permit applications for projects affecting wetlands, including new dwellings, a multi-family building, and a marina development. Several applicants have requested continuations to January or February 2026. The agenda also includes administrative items such as orders of conditions, modifications, extensions, and certificates of compliance.

• New dwelling at 0 Bailey's Island (DEP# 068-3189)
• New dwelling at Bossy Lane (DEP# 068-3197)
• Pool, patio, cabana at 22 Barry's Landing (DEP# 068-3199)
• Multi-family building at 18-20 Country Way (DEP# 068-3184)
• Boat house and 10 residential units at 21 Central Ave / 7 Marshfield Ave (DEP# 68-3156)

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)

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

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

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 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

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

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

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)

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)

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

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

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

The Scituate Advisory Committee reviewed FY27 budget requests from Police, Fire, Veterans Services, Beautification, Historical Buildings, IT, and Accounting, and the $16M capital plan. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was informational. The committee accepted the agenda and prior minutes, and adjourned.

• Accepted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Accepted November 20, 2025 minutes (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

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)

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

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

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)

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)

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

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)

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)

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)

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)

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

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)

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

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 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

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

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)

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

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

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

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)

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)

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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)

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

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 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

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 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

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)

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 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)

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)

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.

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)

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)

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

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

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

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

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)

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)

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

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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

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

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)

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

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

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)

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

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)

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)

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

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

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)

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

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

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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

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

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)

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)

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)

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)

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

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

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

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.

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

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)

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

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)

Sister City Ireland, Cork County Committee

The Scituate/West Cork Sister City Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, and discussing new and old business items. Key topics include brainstorming how to meet the Select Board's charge, student exchange scholarships, annual renewals and appointments, and a report from Sister City Project, Inc. The meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025, at the Scituate Senior Center.

• Discussion of student exchange scholarships
• Annual renewals and appointments
• Sister City Project, Inc. report and calendar
• Mass. Conflict of Interest Law Training
• Halfway to St. Patrick's Day event planning

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

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

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)

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission will conduct six public hearings on coastal property projects, including deck/terrace construction, home rebuilding, and septic work. The meeting is virtual and open to public comment. Administrative items include land purchase endorsements and requests for extensions or modifications.

• 185 Edward Foster Rd: deck/terrace, doorway addition, stone wall, infiltration system, rain garden
• 47 Rebecca Rd: raze/rebuild single-family home in coastal dune
• 0 Bailey’s Island: new single-family dwelling with septic in coastal buffer
• 18-20 Country Way: multi-family building with parking in riverfront buffer
• Endorsement of land purchase on Clapp Road

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)

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 Scituate Board of Health will meet on September 8, 2025, to discuss and vote on a variance request for a private well at 167 Tack Factory Pond Drive. The meeting is held via Zoom and includes administrative approvals and minutes review.

• Vote on private well variance at 167 Tack Factory Pond Drive under Scituate Private Well Regulations

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)

Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee will review the minutes from August 21, 2025, and continue its ongoing review of the town's bylaws. The specific focus is on Section 30440 of the Animal Control By-Law. The committee will also discuss the upcoming schedule for bylaw reviews and a request for attendance by an Advisory Committee.

• Review of Animal Control By-Law Section 30440
• Discussion of upcoming meeting schedule for By-Law reviews
• Discussion of Advisory Committee request for attendance

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee will meet to discuss and vote on the selection of a muralist for the building located at 1 Cole Parkway.

• Vote on muralist selection for 1 Cole Parkway Building

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 will meet to review a memo regarding the Harbormaster Feasibility Study and a 5-year financial plan, both of which may involve votes. The commission will also receive reports on the Scituate Harbor Dredge permit and the impact of Hurricane Erin.

• Possible vote on Harbormaster Feasibility Study memo
• Possible vote on 5-year financial plan
• Report on Scituate Harbor Dredge permit
• Discussion of Hurricane Erin
• Update on Fisherman’s Fest from Marketing Committee

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)

Scituate Bicycle Committee

The Scituate Bicycle Committee discussed progress on bike route planning, grant updates, and community events. Members approved minutes, welcomed a new member, and assigned roles including website coordination and grant tracking. Updates included Phase 1 feasibility studies for bike routes and pending Mass DOT grant approval.

• New Bike Committee member Stephen Maguire appointed
• CPC Grant Phase 1 update: 50% of road ROW data collected for Country Way and First Parish routes
• $22k Mass DOT grant update pending approval until December 2026
• Traffic calming: Kent/Gilson beacon location unresolved; Jenkins PTO requests beacon for First Parish
• Bike maintenance workshops planned for April 2026 in advance of Bike Month

Board of Health

The South Shore Public Health Collaborative will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 workplan and public health data. The board will also address clinic planning for a student nurse program and regional staff collaboration.

• Vote to approve August 21st meeting minutes
• FY26 Workplan Activity Check-in
• Foundational Public Health Services Data Review
• Student Nurse Program & Clinic Planning
• Regional Staff Collaboration & Support

Financial Forecasting Committee

The committee will review final results for FY25 and year-to-date data for FY26. Members will vote on adjustments to the FY26 forecast based on final state aid and discuss the preliminary FY27 forecast.

• Vote on FY26 forecast adjustment due to final state aid
• Review of FY27 revenue and expense assumptions
• Vote on FY27 preliminary forecast
• Review of FY25 final results

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 Scituate Planning Board will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss and decide on several site plan reviews, modifications, and endorsements. Items include a continued public hearing for a site plan and stormwater permit, discussions on modifications, and endorsements for various developments in the Village Center and Neighborhood District.

• Continued Public Hearing - Site Plan Administrative Review and Stormwater Permit at 18-20 Country Way (Greenbush Village Center Subdistrict)
• Discussion - Modification of Site Plan 'Waiver - Casa Verde' at 108-110 Front Street
• Endorsement — Hatherly School Site Plan Review at 72 Ani Vinal Road
• Discussion — Modification of Site Plan and Special Permit for Four Unit Cottage Court Development at 19 Ford Place
• Form A-ANR Plan review at 7 Allen Place

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)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear six applications regarding residential construction and commercial land use. Key requests include a proposal to build ten townhouses at a marina and several permits for rebuilding homes on non-conforming lots.

• Proposal by South River Marina Realty, LLC to combine parcels at 21 Central Ave/7 Marshfield Ave to build 10 residential townhouses
• Special Permit request for raze and rebuild of a home at 35 Brunswick St
• Request for relief on upland and frontage requirements for a new home at 208 Stockbridge Rd
• Application to raze and reconstruct a home at 37 Ocean Dr
• Appeal of a Notice of Violation and request for Special Permit for 781 Chief Justice Cushing Highway

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)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear a continued appeal regarding a notice of violation and a request for a special permit for 781 Chief Justice Cushing Highway. The board will also consider a special permit for an addition and building demolition at 143 Jericho Rd. and 10 Meadow Rd.

• Appeal of April 1, 2025 Notice of Violation and request for Section 6 Finding/Special Permit for 781 Chief Justice Cushing Highway
• Special permit for addition at 143 Jericho Rd. and razing of building at 10 Meadow Rd.
• Vote to approve As-Built Site Drawings for Stockbridge Landing 40B development

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)

Board of Health

The Scituate Board of Health meets virtually to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 timeline and potential grant writing opportunities. The board will also review and vote on approving the minutes from the August 7 meeting. No public participation is scheduled unless recognized by the chair.

• Vote to approve August 7th meeting minutes
• Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Timeline Overview
• Discussion of Grant Writing Opportunities

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)

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

Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee

The Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee will review project options presented by Collins Engineering in May. The body will also discuss the scoring of two proposals for the broader Harbor District project and a plan for community engagement.

• Revised project options from Collins Engineering
• Scoring of two proposals for the Harbor District project
• Community engagement and meeting plan
• Identification of potential grants based on preliminary project plans

Select Board

The Scituate Select Board will hold a public meeting on August 19, 2025, to discuss and vote on several key items, including the award of contracts for fuel purchases, proposed amendments to the General Bylaw, and approval of a grant of easement for National Grid. The board will also interview candidates for various boards and committees, review a financial report, and consider articles for the November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting.

• Award of contract to Dennis K. Burke, Inc. for Ultra Low Diesel and Gasoline under state contracts ENE 53 & 54 (DPW)
• Vote on suggested amendments to General Bylaw Sections 30240 (Unregistered Motor Vehicles), 30260 (Temporary Storage Trailers), and new Section 30280 (Storage Containers Used as Habitable Space)
• Approval for 147 First Parish Road Grant of Easement for National Grid Overhead System
• Interviews for Boards & Committees including Zoning Board of Appeals and Coastal Advisory Commission
• Presentation of Financial Review by Finance Director Nancy Holt

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 Scituate Select Board will discuss and vote on several items, including a temporary expansion of business hours for Scituate Split Rock, amendments to the General Bylaw, and the award of contracts for fuel under state agreements. The meeting will also include interviews for open board and committee positions, a financial review, and discussions on items for the November 2025 Special Town Meeting.

• Temporary Expansion of Hours of Operation for Scituate Split Rock, 360 Gannett Road
• Award of contract to Dennis K. Burke, Inc. for Ultra Low Diesel and Gasoline under state contracts ENE 53 & 54 (DPW)
• Suggested Amendments to Code of General Bylaw: Section 30240 (Unregistered Motor Vehicles), Section 30260 (Temporary Storage Trailers), Section 30280 (Storage Containers Used as Habitable Space)
• Approval for 147 First Parish Road Grant of Easement for National Grid Overhead System
• Articles to be Included on November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting

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)

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)

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on eight coastal development projects, including new homes, expansions, and septic work in buffer zones. The meeting is virtual-only via Zoom. No decisions are listed; only continued discussions from prior meetings are on the agenda.

• 107 & 97 Edward Foster Rd: new single-family dwelling in salt marsh buffer
• 185 Edward Foster Rd: deck/terrace, stone wall, rain garden in dune buffer
• 37 Ocean Dr: raze/rebuild home in coastal dune and buffer
• 47 Rebecca Rd: raze/rebuild home in buffer and coastal dune
• 21 Central Ave / 7 Marshfield Ave: boat house, 10 units, parking, septic in barrier beach and riverfront

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)

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)

Sister City Cape Verde, Santa Catarina do Fogo Committee

The Sister City Cape Verde, Santa Catarina do Fogo Committee will meet to review updates on past events, including a June 25th author event and a Juneteenth celebration, and discuss planning for an October Amilcar Cabral event. Members will also vote on establishing a recognition award for community members.

• Vote on establishing a recognition award for community members
• Update on June 25th Cape Verdean author event at the library
• Update on Juneteenth event held June 19, 2025 at Gates Middle School
• Discussion on October Amilcar Cabral event planning

Council on Aging

The Scituate Council on Aging board will convene for its regular monthly meeting, including introductions, approval of prior minutes, staff reports, and liaison updates from the Select Board and other committees. No substantive decisions or new proposals are listed on the agenda.

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 Scituate Beach Commission will meet to review beach reports and a cleanup update. The body will also discuss sanitation facilities, bike racks, and accessibility.

• Beach cleanup update
• Sanitation facilities
• Bike racks
• Accessibility
• Beach Reports

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 on Disabilities will meet to discuss accessibility and communication projects. The agenda includes reviews of architectural plans and special parking permits.

• Front Street Intersection
• Communication Boards exploration
• Special Parking Permits
• AAE 2025
• Architectural Plans

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 Scituate/Sucy-en-Brie Committee meets to discuss the recent language-stay program, upcoming Heritage Days fundraiser, and planning for fall/winter activities. Members will also receive treasurer and secretary reports.

• Review of 2025 Sejour Linguistique outcomes and improvements
• Heritage Days calendar sales and related business
• Fall/winter sister-city activity suggestions

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 will hear updates on the new storage tank project, well test site drilling, and other water system matters. Members will also receive a desalination subcommittee update and discuss subcommittee work. The group will approve July minutes and hold open discussion before adjourning.

• New storage tank project update
• Well test site drilling update
• Desalination subcommittee update
• Approval of July meeting minutes

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 Select Board is meeting for its annual retreat to review financial data, labor, and town counsel. The session includes a discussion on 2025/2026 priorities and a review of the naming policy. No votes are scheduled for the public portion of the meeting.

• Review of 2025/2026 priorities
• Select Board Naming Policy review
• Financial review
• Executive session regarding real property at Sunset Road

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 Scituate Community Preservation Committee will review and vote on minutes from its July meeting, approve expenses for the "Dishpan" property, and decide on three historic preservation applications. The meeting is open to the public at the Scituate Public Library.

• Vote on "Dishpan" property expenses and TM warrant information
• Vote on Cudworth House Application (Gigi Mirarchi)
• Vote on GAR Hall Application (Gigi Mirarchi)
• Vote on Mordecai Lincoln House Application (James Dishong)
• Review and vote on July meeting minutes

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)

Board of Health

The South Shore Public Health Collaborative will meet to approve previous minutes and a posting location. The board will discuss reporting for the end of Fiscal Year 2025 and review shared resources and staffing needs.

• Vote to approve July 1st Meeting Minutes
• Vote to approve Alternative Posting Location
• End of Fiscal Year 2025 Reporting Update
• Review of Staffing Needs and Shared Resources

Scituate Bicycle Committee

The Scituate Bicycle Committee is meeting to review progress on CPC and Mass DOT grants. Members will discuss upcoming community activities and identify specific locations for 2025 hot spot grants.

• CPC Grant progress for Waterfield Design
• Proposed 2025 hot spot grants for Arborway and Country Way, Gilson, Driftway, and Greenfield, and Forge Road bike/walk path to Gates
• Planning for August 23, 2025 Bike Rodeo
• Drafting a town survey via Survey Monkey
• Traffic calming project updates

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will review and potentially vote on the final Harbormaster Feasibility Study report. The body will also discuss a 5-year financial plan and provide updates on harbor dredging permits and grants.

• Vote on final Harbormaster Feasibility Study report
• 5-year financial plan update
• South River Dredge Grant update
• Scituate Harbor Dredge permit update
• 2025 Wait List update

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)

Recreation Department

The Recreation Commission will vote to elect a Chairperson and a CPC Recreation Liaison. The body will also discuss and vote on a special event involving the MDS Foundation and Adam Van Fleet.

• Vote for Recreation Commission Chairperson
• Vote for CPC Rec Liaison
• Discussion and vote on MDS Foundation special event with Adam Van Fleet
• Director's report on Flannery Field/Hatherly and Capital Plan

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 Select Board will consider several DPW contracts and a donation for fire equipment. The board will also receive an update on the Water Treatment Plant and vote to close the November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant.

• Contract for new Sewer Vactor Truck from CN Wood Enrviro, LLC for $673,092
• Flood Damage Reduction in Scituate Harbor Business District with Collins Engineers Inc. for $95,000
• MAPC Contracts for crack sealing (Sealcoating, Inc. DBA Indus) and earth materials (TL Edwards, Inc. and Lorusso Corporation)
• Donation from Liberty Bay Credit Union for a retractable awning for the Special Operations Fire Truck
• Closing of the November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant

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 Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several residential construction and repair projects in protected areas. The body will also review requests for determination of applicability for three separate projects, including a town foot bridge replacement.

• Proposed new single-family dwelling at 107 & 97 Edward Foster Rd.
• Proposed raze/rebuild of single family dwellings at 37 Ocean Dr. and 47 Rebecca Rd.
• Proposed septic repair at 38-46 Treasure Island Rd.
• Proposed replacement of foot bridge at 585 CJC Hwy. /Teak Sherman Community Garden
• Proposed fence at 23 Alden Ave. in LSCSF, dune, and salt marsh buffer

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)

Bylaw Review Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Bylaw Review Committee was cancelled. The agenda had listed reviews of tax, title, and animal control bylaws.

• Review of tax and title sections for Special Town Meeting
• Proposed comments to Animal Control By-Law Section 30400
• Ongoing review of By-Law section 20130

Street Acceptance Committee

The Street Acceptance Committee will meet to review a new petition regarding Curtis Estates. The committee is discussing the acceptance of Carriage House Way and Cold Brook Circle.

• Petition for Carriage House Way and Cold Brook Circle (Curtis Estates) off Ann Vinal Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Scituate Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications. The board is considering an appeal of a notice of violation and a special permit request for a service station, as well as a request for an addition and building demolition at a residential property.

• Appeal of April 1, 2025 Notice of Violation and Special Permit request for 781 Chief Justice Cushing Highway
• Special permit for substantial improvement in Floodplain and Watershed Protection District at 143 Jericho Rd.
• Request to raze the building at 10 Meadow Rd.
• Finding on whether modifications to a nonconforming building at 143 Jericho Rd. are detrimental to the neighborhood

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings regarding a special permit in the Humarock Village Residential Overlay and a major site plan review. The board will also discuss a potential site change for a property on Gannett Road.

• Continued Public Hearing: Special Permit for 21 Central Avenue and 7 Marshfield Avenue
• Continued Public Hearing: Major Site Plan Review and Stormwater Permit for 799 and 803 Country Way
• Discussion: Potential Site Change at 358-360 Gannett Road (Split Rock)
• Interviews for Alternate Board Members Coleman Smith and Phillip Cushing

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)

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee will meet to discuss updates on district installations and vote on funding for outstanding bills and projects.

• Vote on funding for outstanding bills and projects
• Updates on Selfie Station
• Updates on Kiosk
• Updates on Mural
• Approval of May 8, 2025 and June 26, 2025 minutes

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)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Scituate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will meet to review the status of ongoing projects and opportunities. The body will also discuss scheduling for future 2025 meetings.

• Review of in-flight opportunities and projects
• Discussion of 2025 future meeting dates
• Acceptance of minutes from 02/24/2025 and 06/10/2025

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on the 2026 annual election date, a pole petition for 289 Gannett Road, and parking recommendations for Minot Beach. The board will also review the November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant.

• Presentation of $170,000 Plymouth County ARPA Funding Award
• Pole Petition National Grid #30772218 at 289 Gannett Road
• Minot Beach Parking Recommendation
• November 3, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant
• Drain Layers License for Speakman Excavation

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)

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will meet to discuss accomplishments, challenges, and new project funding for fiscal year 2027. The body will also receive updates on railroad island plantings and the Economic Development Committee.

• FY 27 goals, objectives, and funding needs
• Update on railroad island plantings
• Update on Economic Development Committee
• Discussion regarding Dunkin path

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 Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss strategy and goals for fiscal year 2026. The body will also review a grant application for the Chamber of Commerce Heritage Days.

• Grant application: Chamber of Commerce - Heritage Days
• Discussion of FY 2026 strategy and goals

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 will hold its July 17 meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss next steps for the town’s preservation plan, receive liaison reports, and review updates on the Mordecai Lincoln House and Tercentenary signs. The agenda also includes upcoming meeting dates through December 2025.

• Review next steps for the Preservation Plan – Heritage Strategies
• Update on the Mordecai Lincoln House
• Discuss Tercentenary signs project

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 will consider a special permit for a home addition on a nonconforming lot. The board will also conduct a reorganization.

• Special Permit request for an addition to a dwelling at 133 Maple Street
• Board Reorganization

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 will continue its ongoing review of town bylaws starting from the last section reviewed. Members will also verify that all comments to date have been recorded and discuss the future meeting schedule.

• Review of meeting minutes from 5/1/2025
• Ongoing bylaw review
• Verification of recorded comments
• Discussion of upcoming meeting schedule

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 will meet to review a presentation by consultant Karen Sunnarborg. The body is scheduled to discuss and vote on the Housing Production Plan.

• Presentation, discussion, and vote on the Housing Production Plan

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.

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority will discuss the appointment of an interim Executive Director and a consulting contract. The board will also review a new gas energy contract with Secure Energy and the affordable housing sale process.

• Authorization of Interim Executive Director
• Authorization of consulting contract
• Selection of gas energy contract with Secure Energy
• Update on Affordable Housing sale process
• Housing Development Consultant update

Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee

The Traffic Rules and Regulations Committee will meet to discuss traffic and parking concerns at specific local sites. The body will also review parking requirements for a proposed residential development.

• Crosswalk at Henry Turner Bailey Road
• Short term parking spaces at CVS at Harbor
• Parking for proposed 5-unit residential building at 18-20 Country Way

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 Community Preservation Committee will review and vote on several preservation applications. The body will also discuss the withdrawal of an application for the Scituate Town Archives.

• Vote on Cudworth House Application
• Vote on GAR Hall Application
• Vote on Mordecai Lincoln House Application
• Discussion and vote regarding "Dishpan" properties
• Discussion of withdrawn Scituate Town Archives application

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)

Scituate Bicycle Committee

The Scituate Bicycle Commission is reviewing updates on design RFPs and grants from the EDC and Mass DOT. The committee is also coordinating upcoming activities including the Bike Rodeo and Safe Routes to School programming.

• Update on RFP for Waterfield Design
• Update on EDC Grant for National Bike Month
• Update on Mass DOT grant
• Planning for Bike Rodeo on August 23, 2025
• Discussion of 2025 grants including SRTS Signs and Lines and Mass Dot Quick Connections

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct administrative reviews of site plans for two properties and review an ANR plan for Clapp Road. The board will also discuss stormwater and building height.

• Site Plan Administrative Review: Kennedy’s Country Garden, 85 Chief Justice Cushing Highway
• Insignificant Change Site Plan Review: S.A.I.L. Home, 809 Country Way
• Form A—ANR Plan: Clapp Road
• Discussion on stormwater and building height

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 Scituate Beach Commission will meet to review beach reports and discuss updates on beach cleanup and sanitation facilities. The commission will also hear from Nicole Sullivan regarding a beach toy library.

• Beach toy library discussion with Nicole Sullivan
• Beach cleanup update
• Sanitation facilities discussion
• Bike racks and Bicycle Commission Liaison update
• Introduction of new member Elizabeth Capiau-Piscitello

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 committee will discuss updates on a Request for Proposals (RFP) to engage historic architects and a Master Plan. Members will also provide updates on the caretaker house renovation and outdoor space enhancements.

• RFP to engage historic architects and registry
• Caretaker house renovation update
• Outdoor space enhancements
• Inventory and clean-up of the Mill and Main House

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)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to discuss several accessibility and infrastructure items. The agenda includes reviews of specific local projects and communication tools.

• Front Street Intersection
• Middle School Civic Project
• Communication Boards exploration
• Beach Access
• Architectural Plans

Coastal Advisory Commission

The Coastal Advisory Commission will meet to provide updates on coastal management and committee activities. The body will discuss publishing work regarding coastal processes and plan content for an upcoming newsletter.

• Discussion on publishing "Coastal Processes 101"
• Newsletter planning for seawall project summaries
• Newsletter planning for summer safety tips
• Newsletter planning for beach grass stubs

Select Board

The Scituate Select Board will consider several contract awards and special event permits. The board will also discuss the potential elimination of the North River Commission via House Bill 4110.

• FEMA Seawall and Revetment Repairs contract for SumCo Eco-Contracting of Peabody, MA for $3,521,463
• Air Sourced Heat Pump Installation contract for Energy Conservation, Inc. for $165,017.27
• Bates House Restoration architectural services contract for Spencer Preservation Group for $59,000
• Acceptance of a $500 donation from the Leach Family for the Fire Department
• Discussion and vote on House Bill 4110 to eliminate the North River Commission

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)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several contracts for infrastructure and restoration projects. The meeting includes votes on special event permits and the potential elimination of the North River Commission via House Bill 4110.

• FEMA Seawall and Revetment Repairs contract for SumCo Eco-Contracting of Peabody, MA for $3,521,463
• North Scituate Beach Revetment Design Amendment 10 for GZA for $335,985
• Air Sourced Heat Pump Installation for Main Sewer Office and Lab Building for Energy Conservation, Inc. for $165,017.27
• Bates House Restoration architectural services for Spencer Preservation Group for $59,000
• House Bill 4110 to eliminate the North River Commission and transfer duties to the Local Town Conservation Commission

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will review updates on harbor dredging permits and grants. The body is also discussing the reorganization of the Marketing Committee and the addition of a secretary position to the commission.

• South River Dredge Grant update
• Scituate Harbor Dredge permit
• Reorganization of the Marketing Committee to collaborate with the EDC
• Proposal to add a secretary position to the commission
• Update on the Harbormaster Feasibility Study

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

Sister City France, Sucy-en-Brie Committee

The Scituate Sister City Project committee is meeting to coordinate upcoming cultural events and travel. Discussions will focus on logistics for Bastille Day and the Sucy trip.

• Bastille Day evening party plans, including food and drink
• Sejours Linguistiques arrivals
• Heritage Days updates
• Sucy trip progress report
• Calendar funding

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.

Board of Health

The Scituate Board of Health will meet to discuss and vote on a variance request regarding private well regulations. The board will also review meeting minutes and administrative invoices.

• Variance request for Scituate Private Well Regulations at 175 Maple Street
• Administrative invoice approvals

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 Scituate Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several residential projects, including raze-and-rebuilds in protected areas. The body will also review requests for determination of applicability for utility and deck work.

• Public hearing for raze/rebuild of single family homes at 47 Rebecca Rd., 113 River St., 50 Ely Ave., and 35 Brunswick Rd.
• Public hearing for septic repair at 38-46 Treasure Island Rd.
• Public hearing for addition, deck expansion, and patio at 104 Edward Foster Rd.
• Request for determination of applicability for utility work at 803 Country Way
• Request for determination of applicability for asphalt removal and lawn conversion at 27 Brook St.

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)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site plan administrative review for a property at 85 Chief Justice Cushing Highway. The board will also interview a candidate for an alternate board member position.

• Site Plan Administrative Review: Kennedy’s Country Garden at 85 Chief Justice Cushing Highway
• Interview for Alternate Board Member: Robbie Burgess
• Executive Session regarding litigation strategy for 165 Summer Street

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)

Recreation Department

The Recreation Commission will meet to review minutes from April 9, 2025, and receive reports from the Director, Field Coordinator, and various liaisons. The agenda consists of procedural items and general reports.

• Vote on minutes from the 04.09.25 meeting
• Liaison reports from CPC, Beach, SPS, Visitors, Bicycle, and SHARC

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)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear six applications for special permits and findings regarding residential additions and a zoning violation appeal. The board will also vote on the final as-built site design for the Stockbridge Landing 40B project.

• Special permit for addition at 133 Maple Street
• Special permit to raze and rebuild a home at 50 Ely Avenue
• Special permit to lift and rebuild a house at 17 Nelson Road
• Special permit for home additions exceeding 20% floor area at 10 James Way
• Appeal of April 1, 2025 Notice of Violation for 781 Chief Justice Cushing Highway

Advisory Committee

The Scituate Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and vote on FY 25 MGL c. 44, §33B year-end transfers. The committee will also discuss its reorganization and the schedule for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Vote on FY 25 MGL c. 44, §33B Year-End Transfers
• Committee Re-organization
• Schedule for Upcoming Fiscal Year

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)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board will meet to approve May minutes and receive reports from the COA Director and staff. The meeting includes a guest presentation from SDP Coordinator Lucille Sorrentino and updates from board liaisons.

• Report from SDP Coordinator Lucille Sorrentino
• Liaison updates from Select Board, FOSS, and SSES

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

Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee

The Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee will meet to discuss progress on a mural and provide updates on the kiosk and Bandstand Series. The body will also vote on outstanding bills for events.

• Mural next steps
• Kiosk updates
• Bandstand Series updates
• Vote on outstanding bills for events

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

Historical Commission

The Scituate Historical Commission will meet to discuss next steps for a Preservation Plan with Heritage Strategies. The body will also review updates regarding the Mordecai Lincoln House and Tercentenary signs.

• Preservation Plan next steps with Heritage Strategies
• Tercentenary Signs
• Update on Mordecai Lincoln House

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 Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority is holding a special meeting to review candidates for a leadership role. The board will hear a presentation from the Preliminary Screening Committee and conduct final interviews.

• Presentation by Preliminary Screening Committee
• Final interviews for new Executive Director
• Hiring recommendation for Executive Director

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority is holding a special meeting to address leadership. The board will review a presentation from the Preliminary Screening Committee and conduct final interviews to make a hiring recommendation for a new Executive Director.

• Presentation by Preliminary Screening Committee
• Final interviews for new Executive Director
• Hiring recommendation for Executive Director

Select Board

The Scituate Select Board will consider several contracts, including FEMA seawall repairs and methanol procurement. The board will also hold public hearings regarding liquor licenses and discuss safety preparations for July 4th.

• FEMA Seawall and Revetment Repairs contract with SumCo Eco-Contracting for $3,521,463
• Methanol contract with Univar of Morrisville, PA, not to exceed $300,000
• Public hearing for ownership change of alcoholic beverages license for Wedgewood Beverages Inc. at 21 Barker Ave.
• Public hearing for outdoor premise extension and entertainment license amendment for Galley at 95 Front Street
• Establishment of Cushing Land Re-Use Committee

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 will discuss grant applications for the Chamber of Commerce and the Scituate Visitors Center. The body will also consider a funding motion for a CLF Event Overage and discuss future strategy and micro-grants.

• Grant application: Chamber of Commerce Get to Greenbush
• Grant application: Scituate Visitors Center
• Funding motion: CLF Event Overage
• Discussion of micro-grants proposal
• EDC strategy and goals for the upcoming year

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 will meet to consider a vote on the Housing Production Plan. The body will also review meeting minutes from May 2025.

• Vote on Housing Production Plan

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 will discuss updates regarding the water system, including a new storage tank and well test site drilling. The body will also review reports from the Desalination Subcommittee and discuss commission priorities.

• New Storage Tank update
• Well test site drilling update
• Desalination Subcommittee update
• Discussion on WRC priorities and responsibilities
• Proposed summer communications

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)

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority will meet to discuss financial reports and current capital improvement projects. The board will consider authorizations for the Executive Director regarding energy contracts and HUD annual plans.

• Request for budget adjustment regarding Harborside
• Authorization to seek new gas energy contract with Secure Energy
• Approval of HUD Annual Plan submission
• Review and update of HUD VAWA Policy
• Update to South Shore Elder Services MOU

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will review updates on railroad island plantings and the merchant program. The body will also seek to set a date in July or August for the FY 27 budget meeting.

• Update on railroad island plantings
• Scheduling of FY 27 budget meeting for July 22 or August 19
• Discussion of Greenbush tree location
• Discussion of Dunkin path

Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee

The Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee will review feedback from a presentation by Collins and BSG. Members will discuss assigning values to project elements such as green space, solar canopies, and bioswales.

• Review of presentation feedback from Collins and BSG
• Valuation of bioswale, green space, and solar canopy
• Discussion of potential grants based on preliminary project plans

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)

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority will meet to discuss financial reports and current capital improvement projects. The board will consider authorizations for the Executive Director regarding energy contracts and HUD annual plans.

• Request for budget adjustment regarding Harborside
• Authorization to seek new gas energy contract with Secure Energy
• Authorization to submit EOHLC Annual Plan
• Approval of HUD Annual Plan submission
• Review and update of HUD VAWA Policy

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority will meet to authorize the submission of annual plans to EOHLC and HUD. The board will also discuss a budget adjustment for Harborside and a new gas energy contract.

• Authorization for a new gas energy contract with Secure Energy
• Request for a budget adjustment regarding Harborside
• Submission of EOHLC and HUD Annual Plans
• Review and update of HUD VAWA Policy
• Update to South Shore Elder Services MOU

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding a major site plan and stormwater permit for 799 and 803 Country Way. The board will also review a scenic road/public shade tree matter and two other site plan permits.

• Major Site Plan Review and Stormwater Permit for 799 and 803 Country Way
• Public Hearing for Scenic Road/Public Shade Tree at 799 Country Way
• Site Plan Administrative Review for Kennedy’s Country Garden at 85 Chief Justice Cushing Highway
• Protected Use Accessory Dwelling Site Plan Review Permit for 40 Crescent Avenue
• Reorganization of the Planning Board and Alternate Member Position

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)

Sister City Cape Verde, Santa Catarina do Fogo Committee

The committee is meeting to coordinate several upcoming events and fundraisers. Discussions include a library event with author Djofa Tavares and a Heritage Days fundraiser.

• Update on June 25th library event with author Djofa Tavares
• Discussion of Heritage Days Sister City Project calendar fundraiser
• Update on June 19th SPS Juneteenth event at Gates Middle School
• Update on October Amilcar Cabral event
• Discussion of July 5th event

Beach Commission

The Scituate Beach Commission will meet to review beach reports and receive updates on cleanup efforts. The body will also discuss the Beach Toy Library and sanitation facilities.

• Beach Toy Library update from Nicole Sullivan
• Beach cleanup update
• Sanitation facilities
• Bike racks and Bicycle Commission Liaison update

Sister City Ireland, Cork County Committee

The Scituate/West Cork Sister City Committee is meeting to discuss student exchange programs and scholarships. The body will also address the annual summer dinner at Bia and the Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day event.

• Scituate student exchange with West Cork
• Student exchange scholarships
• Annual summer dinner at Bia
• Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day event
• Mass. Conflict of Interest Law training

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)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to discuss several community projects and administrative updates. The agenda includes reviews of architectural plans and various grants and donations.

• Middle School Civic Project
• Beach Access
• SEF Grant
• Library Donation
• Architectural Plans

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)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Scituate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will meet to review the status of ongoing projects and opportunities. The body will also discuss future meeting dates for 2025.

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

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 will conduct board reorganization and interviews for several town committees. Members will vote on financing, a sewer contract, and a land easement.

• Vote on sale of June 2025 Bond Anticipation Notes in the amount of $10,748,000
• Contract award to Weston & Sampson for SCADA Upgrade on Sewer Clarifiers for $70,600
• Easement grant to Mass Electric Company (National Grid) on Ann Vinal Road at the New Cushing Hatherly School
• Acceptance of $8,120 donation in memory of Ann Mullen for the Senior Center
• Updates on New Water Treatment Plant and North Scituate Sewer projects

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)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss and vote on a request for local upgrade requests for a new septic system design. The meeting also includes the approval of administrative invoices and meeting minutes.

• Vote on septic system design upgrades for 48 Ocean Drive requested by Grady Consulting

The Scituate Board of Health approved a septic system upgrade for 48 Ocean Drive, allowing Grady Consulting to install a 1,500-gallon septic tank with a D-box and leaching chamber. The board granted setback reductions due to the property's Humarock soil and limited space, including reducing the absorption system setback to the front property line from 10 feet to 2.7 feet and to wetlands from 50 feet to 0 feet, after confirmation that the Massachusetts Conservation Commission had approved the plan. The board also approved meeting minutes from April 28, 2025, and two invoices ($25 refund and $280 perc test). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a director's report on routine items.

• Approved septic system upgrade for 48 Ocean Drive (3-0)
• Granted setback reduction from 10 ft to 2.7 ft for septic absorption system to front property line
• Granted setback reduction from 50 ft to 0 ft for septic absorption system to wetlands
• Approved meeting minutes from April 28, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved $25 refund invoice for wrong year payment
• Approved $280 perc test invoice

Scituate Bicycle Committee

The Scituate Bicycle Committee is meeting to review progress on design RFPs and grants from the EDC and Mass DOT. The body is also coordinating upcoming community activities and seeking project managers for various initiatives.

• Update on RFP for Waterfield Design
• Update on EDC Grant for National Bike Month
• Update on Mass DOT grant
• Planning for Bike Rodeo on August 23, 2025
• Discussion of 2025 grants including SRTS Signs and Lines and Mass Dot Quick Connections

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will meet to review reports on harbor operations and coastal infrastructure. The body will discuss the 2025 harbor opening and updates to the 5-year financial plan.

• Jericho Ramp Parking Lot project update
• Pump-out station update
• Coast Buoy Modernization
• 5-year financial plan working group update
• Cole Parkway Redevelopment Committee liaison report

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 will meet to receive reports on the Jericho Ramp Parking Lot project and the pump-out station. The body will also review a Harbormaster Feasibility Study and a 5-year financial plan update.

• Jericho Ramp Parking Lot project update
• Pump-out station update
• Harbormaster Feasibility Study
• 5-year financial plan update
• Coast Buoy Modernization

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)

Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee

The committee will receive updates on a Request for Proposals (RFP) to engage historic architects and a Master Plan. Members will also discuss the caretaker house renovation and outdoor space enhancements.

• Update on RFP for historic architects and Master Plan
• Caretaker house renovation update
• Outdoor space enhancements discussion
• Inventory and clean-up of the Mill and Main House
• Approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes

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

Coastal Advisory Commission

The Coastal Advisory Commission will review coastal management and committee updates. The body will discuss requesting new members via the Board of Selectmen and plan content for an outreach newsletter.

• Request for new CAC members via the Board of Selectmen
• Planning for outreach newsletter topics including seawall project summaries
• Discussion of Coastal Processes 101 and beach grass stubs for newsletter

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 is meeting to discuss activities for the Sejour Linguistique and plans for Bastille Day and Heritage Days. Members will also discuss strategies to increase participation in the Sucy trip.

• Sejour Linguistique activities and chaperones
• Bastille Day evening party plans
• Heritage Days
• Sucy trip recruitment
• Candidates' forum

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)

Scituate Bicycle Committee

The Scituate Bicycle Committee is meeting to discuss updates on design RFPs and state and local grants. The body is seeking project managers for traffic calming, Mass DOT grant work, and the Waterfield Design RFP.

• Update on RFP for Waterfield Design
• Update on EDC Grant for National Bike Month
• Update on Mass DOT grant
• Planning for Bike Rodeo on August 23, 2025
• Discussion of 2025 grants including SRTS Signs and Lines and Mass Dot Quick Connections

Conservation Commission

The Scituate Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding various Notices of Intent and amendments for residential construction and septic repairs. The body will also review requests for determination of applicability for a utility project and private patios.

• Public hearings for raze/rebuild projects at 36 Tenth Ave, 47 Rebecca Rd, 50 Ely Ave, and 40 Crescent Ave
• Septic repair proposal at 18 Marshfield Ave
• Amendment for a new single-family dwelling and wetland crossing at 54 Woodland Rd
• New England Power Company proposal for conduit trench and CCVT towers at 399 First Parish Rd
• Request for determination of applicability for patios at 109 Jericho Rd and 12 Concord St

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 Scituate Select Board will meet on May 27, 2025, to discuss and vote on several contracts, donations, and policy updates. Key items include awarding a fiber ring contract, accepting a donation for a park flagpole, renewing shellfish licenses, and amending aquaculture regulations.

• Award of contract to Comm-Tract Corp not to exceed $265,000 for continuation of Fiber Ring
• Acceptance of $400 donation from Cedar Point Association for Flagpole at Hart Park
• Public hearing and vote on Shellfish License Renewals for Jamie Davenport, Gregory Wallingford, Michael Cotter, and Lawrence Trowbridge
• Discussion and vote on Aquaculture Regulations Amendments
• Award of contracts to Borden & Remington Corp for Bulk Soda Ash ($150,000 max) and Potassium Hydroxide ($350,000 max)

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

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings and meetings regarding several site plans and permits. These include a municipal park project and a multi-family building proposal.

• Special Permit for 21 Central Avenue and 7 Marshfield Avenue (immediate continuance requested)
• Stormwater Permit for 0 Country Way
• Site Plan Administrative Review for Pier 44 Park at 44 Jericho Rd
• Major Site Plan Administrative Review and Stormwater Permit for a multi-family building at 340 Gannett

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)

Historical Commission

The Scituate Historical Commission will convene on May 22, 2025, to discuss the next steps for its Preservation Plan, updates on the Mordecai Lincoln House, and plans for Tercentenary signs. The meeting also includes committee liaisons, a Patriot’s Day celebration report, and upcoming meeting dates.

• Review Preservation Plan – Heritage Strategies next steps
• Update on Mordecai Lincoln House
• Discuss Tercentenary Signs project
• Scituate/Norwell Patriot’s Day 2025 celebration report
• Set upcoming meeting dates through December 2025

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

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet to discuss and vote on a matter regarding 165-167 Stockbridge Road. The body will also receive an update on the Housing Production Plan.

• Discuss/Vote: 165-167 Stockbridge Road
• Update on the Housing Production Plan

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 on Disabilities will meet to discuss several community programs and accessibility projects. The agenda includes reviews of the Sailor Launch Program, beach access, and architectural plans.

• Beach Access
• Architectural Plans
• Sailor Launch Program
• Middle School Civic Project
• Treasurer’s Report

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)

Shellfish Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update on shellfish aquaculture renewal applications. Members will also review and discuss suggested updates to aquaculture regulations.

• Shellfish aquaculture renewal applications update
• Review of suggested aquaculture regulation updates

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

The Scituate Housing Authority will meet to review financial reports and the status of current CIP projects. The board will consider authorizing the Executive Director to implement updates to the HUD PHA Plan Admission and Continued Occupancy Plan effective July 1, 2025.

• Authorization of HUD PHA Plan ACOP updates effective July 1, 2025
• Report on Harborside sale
• Authorization for Executive Director to sign the RCAT contract
• Review of current CIP project statuses

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 commission priorities, responsibilities, and the NSRWA partnership.

• New Storage Tank update
• Well test site drilling update
• Desalination Subcommittee update
• NSRWA Partnership and communications discussion
• Review of WRC priorities and responsibilities

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)

Public Building Commission

The commission will receive updates on the Water Project and the Hatherly School project. Members will discuss and vote on change orders and purchase orders for the school project. The body will also discuss and vote on changes to PBC leadership.

• Hatherly School project update and vote on change orders
• Hatherly School purchase orders and requisitions vote
• Water Project update discussion
• Vote on PBC leadership changes

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will meet to review standing reports and discuss new business regarding budgets for the Post Office and Lighthouse Planters. The body will also address ongoing projects including the Dunkin path and lighting along Cole Parkway.

• Budget for Lighthouse Planters and Post Office
• Update on railroad island plantings
• Lighting along Cole Parkway
• Greenbush tree location and Dunkin path
• Ship Shape Day recap

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

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 will conduct public hearings regarding proposed work at four different addresses. The body will also review administrative requests for extensions and modifications.

• Public hearing: 185 Edward Foster Rd. infiltration system and rain garden
• Public hearing: 48 Ocean Dr. septic system repair
• Public hearing: 107 Edward Foster Rd. new single-family dwelling
• Public hearing: 85 CJC Hwy. parking lot improvements
• Request for extension: 49 Rebecca Rd.

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 will meet to discuss funding motions and a grant application. The body will also deliberate on its strategy and goals for the upcoming year.

• Grant application: Friends of North Scituate Village
• Funding motion: CLF Event
• Funding motion: Sea Scituate App
• Funding motion: North Scituate and Harbor Port-a-Potties
• Discussion of EDC strategy and goals for the upcoming year

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

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Scituate Zoning Board of Appeals will hear three applications for special permits or findings under state law (M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 6) and the town's zoning bylaws. Each request involves work on a pre-existing, nonconforming lot: razing/reconstructing a garage at 135 Oceanside Drive, constructing an accessory dwelling unit at 20 Maple Avenue, and adding to a dwelling at 133 Maple Street. The meeting is hybrid (in-person and via Zoom).

• Special permit to raze and reconstruct a garage on a nonconforming lot at 135 Oceanside Drive
• Finding for construction of a protected use Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on a nonconforming lot at 20 Maple Avenue
• Special permit to construct an addition to a dwelling on a nonconforming lot at 133 Maple Street
• Requests are under M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 6 and Town of Scituate Zoning Bylaws Section 810

Beach Commission

The Scituate Beach Commission will review April minutes, hear updates on the Beach Toy Library, beachgrass planting and cleanup, sanitation facilities, and bike racks. They will also receive beach reports and schedule the next meeting.

• Beach Toy Library presentation by Nicole Sullivan
• Beachgrass planting and cleanup update
• Sanitation facilities discussion
• Bike racks and Bicycle Commission liaison update
• Beach reports from commission members

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

Sister City Ireland, Cork County Committee

The Scituate/West Cork Sister City Committee is meeting to discuss new business and ongoing projects. The body will review upcoming events and student exchange programs between Scituate and West Cork.

• Candidates Forum on May 22nd
• Harbor Opening on June 9th
• Honoring Mike Schilling
• Annual summer dinner at Bia
• Scituate student exchange with West Cork and related scholarships

Town Clerk

This is a procedural meeting for the public testing of ballots and voting machines for the upcoming Annual Town Election on May 31, 2025. The testing will take place on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 9 AM in the Town Hall Basement.

• Public testing of ballots and voting machines for the May 31, 2025 Annual Town Election