{
 "city": "Sharon Springs",
 "state": "New York",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/sharonma.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board continues public hearing for Nasir Ahmad Mosque",
   "summary": "The Planning Board will continue a public hearing regarding a Minor Site Plan Review for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center. The board will also discuss a proposal for PO Square Guidelines and enter an executive session regarding litigation with Sunrise Senior Living, LLC.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-648",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "School Committee",
   "headline": "School Committee to hold executive session for collective bargaining with teachers",
   "summary": "The Sharon School Committee will vote to enter an executive session under M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a). The session is intended to conduct a collective bargaining meeting and discuss strategy with the Sharon Teachers Association. The meeting will conclude with a motion to adjourn.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07302026-623",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Zoning Board will hear application for 194‑4 to 168 Massapoag Avenue",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a new hearing on a zoning application concerning 194‑4 to 168 Massapoag Avenue. No other business items were listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-663",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-666",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "School Committee",
   "headline": "School Committee will hold an executive session to negotiate with the teachers union.",
   "summary": "The Sharon School Committee will enter an executive session under M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a). The session will be used to conduct collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association and to discuss bargaining strategy. No other agenda items are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-624",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Zoning Board will hear a case for 168 Massapoag Avenue",
   "summary": "The Sharon Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a new hearing on case 1944 for the property at 168 Massapoag Avenue. No other specific items are listed; other business will cover topics not anticipated within 48 hours of posting. The board will also review the minutes from its May 13, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-664",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Sharon Standing Building Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to approve $139,310.69 water treatment plant engineering invoice",
   "summary": "The Sharon Standing Building Committee will review and approve the July 7, 2026 meeting minutes. It will discuss construction updates for the Water Treatment Plant Project, including piping, sitework, electrical ductbank, and a draft start‑up plan. The committee will vote on Invoice Voucher #44 for Apex engineering services amounting to $139,310.69 and on High School HVAC invoices totaling $85,592.00. A budget update and a window‑testing update are also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-650",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Land Disturbance Permit for Sunrise Senior Living at Norwood St and Edge Hill Rd",
   "summary": "The Sharon Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Land Disturbance Permit (LDP-0003) for Sunrise Senior Living covering 313 Norwood St, 317 Norwood St, and 5 Edge Hill Road. The meeting also includes continued and new public hearings on aquatic invasive management for The Cape Club and LMAC Lake Massapoag. Additional agenda items include a discussion of an addition at 7 Summit Avenue and approval of the June 18, 2026 meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-647",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee to review governance committee findings",
   "summary": "The Sharon Springs Finance Committee will meet to review the charge and timeline of the Town Clerk and Board of Assessors Review Subcommittee, discuss governance committee findings, and plan for additional meetings. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-649",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Library Trustees",
   "headline": "Director probationary review will be considered by the Library Board",
   "summary": "The Sharon Library Board will review and decide on the probationary status of the Library Director. The board will also approve the June 17, 2026 meeting minutes and receive reports on the budget, the Friends of the Library, and the new library building and grounds. Additional items include communications, committee updates, and scheduling of future meetings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-634",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Board will vote on a new collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 362",
   "summary": "The Select Board will hold public comment, review newsletter feedback, and discuss upcoming Civics Academy sessions. Key decisions include voting to approve a successor collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 362 for the period July 1 2026 through June 30 2029, and voting to appoint Robert Hertzel to the Economic Development Committee while considering expanding the committee’s size and membership criteria. Other items are a discussion of a draft land development agreement for the Carnegie building, approval of several one‑day liquor licenses for local events, and an executive‑session discussion of strategy for the Sunrise Senior Living litigation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-643",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Transportation Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Transportation Advisory Board to discuss 2026 projects and East Street sidewalk",
   "summary": "The Transportation Advisory Board will meet to discuss several 2026 projects and a letter regarding the East Street sidewalk. The board will also review meeting minutes from June 2, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-638",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Energy Advisory Committee and Municipal Solar Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee will vote to approve draft minutes from June 15 meeting",
   "summary": "The Municipal Solar Oversight Committee will vote to approve the draft minutes from its June 15, 2026 meeting. It will receive status reports on the Mt. Street LF project, library construction (mechanical complete by 8/13, PTO in 2026), and the Ames Field Pond Street canopy (start 8/10, main construction after Labor Day). The committee will also get updates on operating solar projects and off‑bill credit allocations for DPW projects, Well #5, Middle School, Pond Street canopy, and Syncarpha. The meeting concludes with discussion of document management and scheduling the next meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-637",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Recreation Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Athletic Field Working Group presents final recommendations for discussion",
   "summary": "The Recreation Advisory Committee will approve the May meeting minutes and consider a recommendation for Citizen of the Year to the Select Board. It will receive updates on summer beach pass sales and program registration, and discuss the final presentation from the Athletic Field Working Group. The meeting will also include a director report and liaison updates from the School Committee, Lake Massapoag, and the Field Working Group before adjourning.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-635",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to hold public hearing on mosque site plan review",
   "summary": "The Sharon Planning Board will hold a virtual public hearing on July 9, 2026, to review a Minor Site Plan Review application for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center located at 414 N Main St and 4 Nasir Ahmad Road. The meeting will also include a presentation on PO Square Guidelines and an executive session regarding litigation with Sunrise Senior Living, LLC.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-627",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Assessors Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-642",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Sharon Standing Building Committee",
   "headline": "Approve $715,869.86 Water Treatment Plant invoice voucher #43",
   "summary": "The Sharon Standing Building Committee will consider several approvals, including the June 23, 2026 meeting minutes and HVAC invoices totaling $85,592.00 for the high school project. The committee will review construction updates for the town's Water Treatment Plant and approve Invoice Voucher #43 for $715,869.86 covering work completed through May 2026. Additional items include scheduling clarifications and any topics the chair wishes to discuss, with limited public comment time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-632",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07072026-632",
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "School Committee",
   "headline": "School Committee to hold executive session for collective bargaining",
   "summary": "The Sharon School Committee will meet in executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Sharon Teachers Association. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the District Office on Mountain Street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-625",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Economic Development Committee",
   "headline": "Committee will consider process and regulations for new business signage",
   "summary": "The Economic Development Committee will discuss and adopt procedures for new business signage, such as the former yoga studio on Billings. It will also review and approve the June 1, 2026 meeting minutes. Additional items include planning a Business Brainstorming Group meeting and reviewing upcoming community events.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-626",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Housing Authority",
   "headline": "Sharon Housing Authority holds public hearing on 2027 annual plan",
   "summary": "The Sharon Housing Authority will hold a public hearing on July 6, 2026, to review its Proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2027. The plan includes a capital improvement plan, maintenance schedule, and operating budget. Residents may submit comments before the hearing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-564",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "School Committee",
   "headline": "School Committee to discuss teacher agreement and assistant superintendent contract",
   "summary": "The committee will hold an executive session to discuss strategy for negotiations with non‑union personnel (Assistant Superintendent) and collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association. In open session, members will discuss and possibly vote on a Memorandum of Agreement with the Sharon Teachers Association. They will also consider a vote on an employment contract amendment for the Assistant Superintendent. Public comments will be accepted but may be limited.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-620",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee approves $500,000 FY2026 reserve fund transfers",
   "summary": "The Sharon Finance Committee will elect a clerk and appoint members to the Standing Building Committee and a sub‑committee to review town salaries. It will discuss and vote on FY2026 reserve fund transfers totaling $500,000 for the DPW, Fire Department, Norfolk Aggie, IT, and Unemployment accounts. The committee will also authorize the Town Administrator and Finance Director to move funds between departments and consider liaison assignments for various boards and committees.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-619",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Commission on Disabilities",
   "headline": "Commission reviews accessibility for fishing, beaches, fields and playgrounds",
   "summary": "The Sharon Commission on Disabilities will discuss accessibility improvements for several town facilities, including a fishing area, community and memorial beaches, athletic fields, and playgrounds. The agenda also includes an ADA self‑evaluation, new business, scheduling the next meeting, and adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-613",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Board of Health",
   "headline": "Board of Health meeting held virtually via Zoom",
   "summary": "The Sharon Springs Board of Health will hold a virtual meeting on June 24, 2026, to discuss ongoing septic projects, a Kratom presentation, and a Care Solace update. The board will also vote on transferring the Field Agent for Engineering role from Kevin Davis to Ethan Pipes and approve minutes from April and May 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-615",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "School Committee",
   "headline": "School Committee to vote on FY27 budget and superintendent evaluation",
   "summary": "The School Committee will vote to confirm the FY27 budget as approved at Town Meeting and approve the summative evaluation of the superintendent. The body will also consider middle school sports fees and two DECA field trips. Discussion items include the East and Heights Master Plan and the 26-27 meeting schedule.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-617",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Sharon Standing Building Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review Water Treatment Plant construction and invoice",
   "summary": "The Sharon Standing Building Committee will receive construction updates on the Water Treatment Plant project. The committee will also review and approve a specific invoice voucher.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-633",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06232026-633",
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Sharon Standing Building Selection Committee",
   "headline": "Committee will review and approve Invoice Voucher #42 for the Tavares Family Mitigation agreement",
   "summary": "The Sharon Standing Building Selection Committee will first review and approve the minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting. It will then receive updates on the Water Treatment Plant Project, including Fe/Mn pipe, pump, building enclosure, and electrical conduit work. The committee will consider and vote on Invoice Voucher #42 covering the final Tavares Family Mitigation agreement. The chair may also discuss any additional topics that arise.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-616",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.sharonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}