Dartmouth public meetings in 2022

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding the Windsong Acres subdivision proposal. The agenda also includes a review of a water-dependent license and updates on the Master Plan goals.

• Windsong Acres 5-lot subdivision off Jason Dr.
• Chapter 91 Waterways Water-Dependent License for 7 Tern Lane
• Master Plan Update – Goals Review

Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District - Budget Subcommittee

The Budget Subcommittee will review the draft FY 2024 budget and the minutes from the December 15, 2021 meeting.

• Review of Draft FY 2024 Budget
• Review of December 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The committee will review applications and interview candidates for the Fire Chief position. Members will also discuss the approval of a Fire Chief contract and district website operations. An executive session is scheduled to address personnel negotiations and an Open Meeting Law Complaint.

• Reviewing Fire Chief applications and interviewing candidates
• Discussion and approval of Fire Chief contract
• District website and Facebook page operations
• Addressing an Open Meeting Law Complaint filed by Gregory Edgcomb

The Prudential Committee interviewed and selected a new Fire Chief. Following an executive session, the committee formally ratified the contract for the new chief. The committee also approved the minutes from the November 16 meeting.

• Offered Fire Chief position to Erick Turcotte (2-1)
• Ratified contract with Erick Turcotte (3-0)
• Approved November 16 minutes (3-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss personnel negotiations, minutes, an Open Meeting Law complaint, and criminal misconduct charges (3-0)

Soil Board

The Dartmouth Soil Conservation Board is meeting to reorganize its Chair, Vice-Chair, and Inspectors. The board will also act on several permit applications for properties on Fisher Road, Rock O’Dundee Road, and Bakerville Road. Additionally, members will continue discussing bylaws regarding board composition.

• Reorganization of Board Chair, Vice-Chair, and Inspectors
• Permit application: King Fisher Corp. (Fisher Road)
• Permit application: Phillip DeMoranville (Fisher Road)
• Permit applications for Rock O’Dundee Road and Bakerville Road
• Discussion regarding Bylaw revisions to change board composition

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes and process bill payments. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss a submitted list of abatements and exemptions.

• Approval of Meeting Minutes
• Payment of Bills
• Executive Session regarding abatements and exemptions

The Board of Assessors signed the warrant for real estate and personal property. Following an interview, the board voted unanimously to reject the applicant for the Administrator of Assessing position.

• Approved meeting minutes from December 8, 2022
• Signed warrant for real estate and personal property
• Rejected applicant Michael R. Minardi for Administrator of Assessing position (unanimous)

Dartmouth Waterways Management

The Commission will discuss the Apponagansett Point Resilience Study Report and potential funding options for its recommendations. Updates are scheduled regarding dredging feasibility, dock permitting, and the Dias Landing Marina. The agenda also notes a planned cruise visit for over 100 large boats on July 30, 2023.

• Apponagansett Point Resilience Study Report update
• NYYC cruise visit for 100+ large boats on July 30, 2023
• SEC awards for Harbor Economic Analysis and dredging feasibility/scope
• Review of interview questions for WMC candidates
• Updates on Dias Landing Marina and dinghy rack replacement

Fire District #3

The Prudential Committee will review financial reports and approve various disbursements. The agenda includes discussions on fire response staffing, a new fire truck update, and quotes for station equipment. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy for Local 5156.

• Station 3 Bathroom Renovation final payment
• New Fire Truck status update
• Quotes for Station 3 gear racks and Station 1 lighting installation
• Staffing for adequate fire and emergency response discussion
• Chamber Insurance Agency Services storage tank policy

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several requests for construction within wetland buffer zones, including solar panel arrays on Potter Street and a garage apartment on Brandt Avenue. Members will also discuss revisions to the town's wetland bylaws and regulations.

• 18,000 square foot off-leash recreation area at 443 Old Fall River Road
• Solar panel arrays and dwellings on Potter Street
• Amendment for single-family dwelling on Avis Street
• Proposed pool installation at 42 Wilson Street
• Discussion of revised wetland bylaws and regulations

The Commission issued a Standard Order of Conditions for a pier at Tern Lane and a garage apartment on Brandt Avenue. Several other projects were granted short-term permit extensions or continuances to January 2023. The board also began preliminary discussions on revising wetland bylaws and regulations.

• Approved pier at Tern Lane with $1,500 shellfish seed payment and $2,200 performance bond
• Approved garage apartment at 0 Brandt Avenue with rain garden maintenance and fencing conditions
• Approved wetland delineation (ORAD) for 0 Slocum Road (Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River)
• Issued Negative 3 Determinations for 42 Wilson St, 684 Potomska Rd, and 133 Horseneck Rd
• Issued Complete Certificate of Compliance for Russells Mills Road-Dodge Reserve bridge
• Granted permit extensions to June 30, 2023 for 0 Berkshire St and 0 Middlesex Ave
• Continued public hearings to January 2023 for Jason Drive, Avis Street, and Potter Street projects
• Continued dog park project at 443 Old Fall River Road to January 24, 2023

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The Prudential Committee will meet to discuss and vote on the Fire Chief contract. The meeting also includes an executive session for strategy sessions and negotiations with nonunion personnel.

• Approval of Fire Chief Contract
• Negotiations with nonunion personnel

Select Board

The Select Board and School Committee will meet in executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategies for all unions. The open meeting includes updates on the DEP Title V response, DPW plow operator plans, and various license renewals.

• Collective bargaining strategy sessions for all unions
• DEP Title V Response Update and Public Meeting
• License renewals for inn holders and motor agents
• DPW CDL part-time plow operators plan
• Community Services Outreach Team Winter Coat Drive update

The Select Board approved a new pay plan to recruit CDL plow drivers and renewed several business licenses. The board also appointed a member to the Finance Director Search Committee and received updates on harbor grants and DEP regulatory issues.

• Approved DPW CDL part-time plow operator plan offering $50 per hour (unanimous)
• Appointed Gloria Bancroft to the Finance Director Search Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Inn Holder licenses for Regency Inn & Suites, Best Western, and Residence Inn (unanimous)
• Approved Class I Motor Agent licenses for 6 dealerships (unanimous)
• Approved Class II Motor Agent licenses for 17 businesses (unanimous)
• Approved Class III Motor Agent licenses for 6 businesses (unanimous)

School Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee scheduled a meeting for December 19, 2022. The agenda includes an executive session regarding union negotiations.

• Executive session regarding union negotiations

Board of Parks & Recreation

The Dartmouth Parks & Recreation Board will meet on December 19, 2022. The agenda includes a presentation on the Apponagansett Seawall design and updates on the Jones Building and Allen Street Garage repair. The board will also consider awarding the playground surfacing bid.

• Awarding the Playground Surfacing Bid
• Apponagansett Seawall Design Presentation
• FY2024 Budget Discussion
• Allen Street Garage Repair
• Jones Building Status

The Board awarded a playground surfacing bid to Rubberecycle and approved the purchase of GameTime playground equipment. A property survey for Round Hill Beach was also authorized. The Board discussed the FY2024 budget and seawall designs for Apponagansett Park.

• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Awarded playground surfacing bid to Rubberecycle for $37,500 (5-0-0)
• Approved purchase of GameTime playground equipment for $488,903 (5-0-0)
• Approved $1,200 survey of Round Hill Beach property line by G.A.F. Engineering (5-0-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review payrolls, meeting minutes, and bills payable. The agenda includes updates on nitrate regulations and water system evaluations. Additionally, the board will receive updates regarding a recycling grant and a storm reimbursement.

• Recycling Dividend Program Grant Award: $30,600
• MEMA January Storm Reimbursement: $115,446.61
• Proposed DEP Regulations to control Nitrate
• Water System Evaluation

The Board of Public Works approved several administrative warrants, payrolls, and previous meeting minutes. The board also discussed water system evaluations, grant awards, and staffing shortages.

• Approved warrants for bills payable periods ending Oct 17, 24, 31 and Nov 7, 14, 2022
• Approved payroll for weeks ending Oct 15, 22, 29 and Nov 5, 12, 2022
• Approved meeting minutes from Oct 20 and Nov 17, 2022
• Approved executive meeting minutes from Oct 20, 2022
• Determined P.E. license is a required qualification for the Assistant Director position

Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review progress on several items related to the Padanaram Harbor Management Plan. Discussion topics include status updates on SEC and MVP grants, as well as updates regarding residential docks, piers, and the marina.

• SEC grants status update
• MVP grant submission update
• Residential Docks and Piers update
• Marina Update
• HMPIC comments to draft Master Plan

The committee received notification that the State Economic Council awarded full funding for a harbor dredging feasibility study and a phase 2 economic analysis project. Members discussed water quality designations for the Slocum River watershed and provided updates on the marina permitting process and the Buttonwood-To-Bay project.

• Approved minutes of the November 17, 2022 meeting

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the approval of the Fire Chief contract and conduct negotiations with nonunion personnel in executive session. The agenda also includes reviewing August 2022 meeting minutes and discussing the posting of minutes.

• Discussion and approval of Fire Chief Contract
• Negotiations with nonunion personnel
• Review of August 2022 Meeting

The committee voted to post meeting minutes to both the town and district websites. A motion to correct the date on the August 22 meeting minutes was also approved. The committee entered executive session to discuss nonunion personnel negotiations and review executive session minutes.

• Approved posting minutes to town and district websites (3-0)
• Approved correction of date on August 22 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Voted to enter executive session for nonunion personnel negotiations and minutes review (3-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold public hearings regarding the renewal of two piggery permits. The board will also review several applications for subsurface sewage disposal construction permits involving various waivers. There are also updates regarding domestic animal permits and state environmental code changes.

• Public hearing for Piggery permit renewal at 9 Allens’ Neck Rd
• Public hearing for Piggery permit renewal at 451 and 435 Highland Avenue
• Applications for subsurface sewage disposal construction permits at various locations
• Update on a domestic animal permit for chickens/roosters at 288 Cross Road

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss the process for a Library Director search. The meeting also includes updates on library maintenance and technology upgrades at Southworth and North Branch libraries.

• Library Director search steps discussion
• Southworth Wi-Fi upgrade status
• Milton Cat Generator service contract at North Branch
• Roof repairs at Southworth
• Replacing self-check at Southworth

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Committee will vote on ratifying a contract with Teamsters Union Local #59 and adopting the 2022/23 admissions policy. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a student trip to Costa Rica and votes on substitute nurse pay rates.

• Ratification of contract with Teamsters Union Local #59
• Adoption of the 2022/23 school year admissions policy
• Discussion on a student trip to Costa Rica
• Approval of new substitute nurse pay rate
• Designation of equipment as surplus

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Selectmen. This session is intended to discuss FY 2024 budgetary goals and concerns.

• Joint meeting with Board of Selectmen regarding FY 2024 budget goals and concerns

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Selectmen to discuss FY 2024 budgetary goals and concerns. No other specific business items are listed on this agenda.

• Joint meeting regarding FY 2024 budgetary goals and concerns

School Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing and vote on School Choice for the 2023-2024 school year. The agenda also includes updates on the superintendent search and the DHS Program of Studies. A presentation regarding MCAS and learning loss is scheduled.

• Vote on School Choice for SY2023-2024
• Public hearing regarding School Choice
• Update on superintendent search
• Presentation on MCAS/learning loss
• Executive session update on union personnel negotiations

The School Committee appointed James Kiely as interim superintendent and hired the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (M.A.S.C.) to lead the search for a permanent replacement. The committee also voted to participate in the 2023-2024 school choice program.

• Hired M.A.S.C. as consultant for superintendent search (4-0)
• Appointed James Kiely as Interim Superintendent from March 1, 2023, to June 30, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved participation in school choice for 2023-2024 school year (3-1)
• Approved Regular Session Minutes of November 21, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes of November 21, 2022 (4-0)
• Closed Public Hearing on School Choice for 2023-2024 (4-0)

Dartmouth Housing Authority Agenda

This agenda for the Dartmouth Housing Authority contains only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no substantive items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

The Board unanimously voted to hire Robbie DeSouza as Executive Director effective July 1, 2022. The Board also unanimously approved a revised Executive Director Salary Schedule.

• Hired Robbie DeSouza as Executive Director effective July 1, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director Salary Schedule of $116,209.00 effective July 1, 2021 (Unanimous)

Planning Board

This is a procedural agenda for the Dartmouth Planning Board meeting on December 12, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific items for discussion or decision.

The Planning Board endorsed three Approval Not Required (ANR) plans for property reconfigurations and a land swap. The Board also approved its 2023 meeting schedule and granted a timeline extension and continuance for the Windsong Acres subdivision project.

• Approved timeline extension to February 1, 2023 for Windsong Acres subdivision (5-0-0)
• Approved continuance to January 9, 2023 for Windsong Acres subdivision (5-0-0)
• Endorsed ANR Plan PANR-22-7 for 1031 Old Fall River Road (5-0-0)
• Endorsed ANR Plan PANR-22-8 for Flag Swamp Road (5-0-0)
• Endorsed ANR Plan PANR-22-9 for 36 Mishawum Drive (5-0-0)
• Accepted 2023 Planning Board Schedule (5-0-0)
• Approved November 28, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Acknowledged and filed legal correspondence (5-0-0)

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The committee will review applications and interview candidates for the Fire Chief position. The agenda also includes reviewing vendor and payroll warrants, an audit, and addressing a filed Open Meeting Law complaint in executive session.

• Reviewing Fire Chief applications and interviewing candidates
• Addressing an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Joan Menard
• Approval of vendor and payroll warrants
• Review of audit
• Approval of October and November meeting minutes

The Prudential Committee interviewed a candidate and voted to offer the Fire Chief position to Scott Brooks. The committee also approved payroll and vendor warrants and previous meeting minutes.

• Offered Fire Chief position to Scott Brooks (2-1)
• Accepted payroll and vendor warrants (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 24, November 2, 8, and 16, 2022 (3-0)
• Entered Executive Session to address an Open Meeting Law Complaint filed by Joan Menard (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes and process bill payments. The board also plans to discuss increasing staff levels and the Administrator of Assessing position. An executive session will be held regarding abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding the Administrator of Assessing position
• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Executive Session for abatements and exemptions
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Payment of bills

The Board of Assessors approved a contract for Sansoucy Associates and voted to release a lien on 6/3. The board also approved two sets of previous meeting minutes and one invoice payment.

• Approved meeting minutes from November 17, 2022 and November 28, 2022
• Approved payment of invoice # 1 for $1,050.00
• Approved contract for Sansoucy Associates
• Voted to release a lien on 6/3

Charter Review Committee

The committee will review Sections 3 and 4 of the town charter. Members will also continue reviewing the Collins Institute proposal and discuss options for proceeding with the charter review process.

• Review of Sections 3 and 4, including items to hold
• Continuation of the Collins Institute Proposal Review
• Discussion on options for moving forward with Charter Review

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding the FY23 Needs Assessment and Plan. The meeting also includes project updates for the Mendes-Monteiro House and reviews of eligibility applications.

• Public hearing: FY23 Needs Assessment and Plan
• Project update: Mendes-Monteiro House
• Eligibility application: DRPT Electricity Eligibility

Cultural Council

The council will review August 16, 2022 minutes and discuss procedures for nominating new members. Members will also review, discuss, and vote on various applicants for the 2023 funding cycle.

• Vote to approve August 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Call for nominations of potential new members to the DCC
• Review of FY23 Local Priorities and guidelines
• Review and vote on 2023 Cycle applicants (e.g., New Bedford Festival Theatre Inc. at $27,200)
• Treasurer's report on 2022 disbursements and 2023 funding requests

The Council reviewed 33 grant applications for the FY23 year, approving funding for 25 and denying eight. The body also accepted the August 16, 2022, meeting minutes and the treasurer's report.

• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's report as written
• Awarded FY23 grant funds to 25 applicants
• Denied FY23 grant funds to 8 applicants

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several permit requests involving construction near wetlands and coastal areas. These include proposals for piers, residential development, and an off-leash recreation area. Some items have requested to be postponed until the December 20 meeting.

• Proposed 18,000 square foot off-leash recreation area at 443 Old Fall River Road
• Three-lot residential development proposed for Jason Drive
• Construction of a pier and boat lift at 1 Mattarest Lane
• Construction of a pier and boat lift at 1 Redwood Street
• Proposed apartment over an existing garage at 124 Mishaum Point Road

The Commission issued a Standard Order of Conditions for wetland restoration at 218 Horseneck Road and approved a new set of Standard Conditions for implementation on January 1, 2023. Several pier and development projects were continued to future dates for further review. The meeting schedule through July 2023 was also adopted.

• Approved Negative 3 Determination of Applicability for apartment construction at 124 Mishaum Point Road (unanimous)
• Approved Complete Certificate of Compliance for gas line work at State Road - Paskamansett Landing (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for wetland restoration at 218 Horseneck Road (unanimous)
• Approved final draft of Standard Conditions for implementation starting January 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted January to July 2023 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for residential development off Jason Drive to December 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for pier at Tern Lane to December 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearings for piers at 1 Mattarest Lane and 1 Redwood Street to January 24, 2023 (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will review license renewals for several local businesses and discuss Thirsty at the Cove. The agenda also includes updates on the Community Service Outreach Team and the Charles Christy Overpass rededication. Additionally, members will address old business regarding Bliss Corner and Municipal Broadband.

• License renewals for Rachael’s Lakeside, Scuttlebutt Coffee Company, Thirsty at the Cove, and Tilt
• Charles Christy Overpass Rededication
• Discussion regarding handicap parking tickets
• Updates on Bliss Corner, Lake Noquochoke, and Municipal Broadband
• Change of Officers/Directors for Shaw’s Supermarket

The Select Board approved the 2023 meeting schedule and a date change for a December meeting. The board also approved administrative changes for Shaw's Supermarket and granted license renewals for several local businesses.

• Approved administrative change to Shaw's Supermarket officers/directors (unanimous)
• Approved moving Dec. 12, 2022 meeting to Dec. 19, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Select Board Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved license renewal for Rachael's Lakeside (unanimous)
• Approved license renewal for Scuttlebutt Coffee Company (unanimous)
• Approved license renewal for Thirsty at the Cove (4-1)
• Approved license renewal for Tilt (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review several demolition and renovation applications, including a total rebuild at 14 Smith Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions regarding budget use and new historical plaques.

• 14 Smith Avenue: Total demolition and rebuild
• 3 Bayview: Window replacement
• 8 Penikese Lane: Window replacement
• 57 Naushon Avenue: Roof replacement
• 84 Degaris Avenue: Addition and roof raising

The Commission approved a total demolition and rebuild at 14 Smith Ave. and several window and roofing replacements. A request for a new plaque at 441 Elm St. was also approved.

• Approved total demolition and rebuild at 14 Smith Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved window replacement at 3 Bayview Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved window replacement at 8 Penikese Lane (unanimous)
• Approved roof shingle replacement at 57 Naushon Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved kitchen expansion and changes at 84 Degaris Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved new plaque for 441 Elm St. (unanimous)
• Approved Nov. 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Cornell Pond Advisory Committee

The provided agenda text contains significant typographical errors and corrupted characters. As a result, specific discussion topics or proposed actions are illegible.

Demello School Council

The DeMello School Council will meet to elect a co-chair and secretary. The council also plans to review 2022/23 MCAS scores and the school improvement plan.

• Selection of Co-Chair and Secretary
• Review of 22/23 MCAS Scores
• Review of 22/23 School Improvement Plan
• DeMello Concert on 1/12
• PTO-Mad Scientist event on 1/23

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss budget versus actual details and review OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) actuarial analyses. The committee will also plan for a Select Board meeting scheduled for December 12, 2022.

• Budget vs. Actual Detail Discussion
• OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Actuarial Analyses
• Planning for Select Board meeting on 12/12/22
• Reports from Finance Committee Liaisons

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will review budget versus actual details and OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) actuarial analyses. The meeting also includes planning for a Select Board meeting on December 12, 2022.

• Budget vs. Actual Detail Discussion
• OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) Actuarial Analyses
• Planning for Select Board meeting on 12/12/22
• Reports of Finance Committee Liaisons

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will discuss options for moving forward with the charter review process. The meeting includes a consultation regarding the MMA Form of Government and a continued review of the Collins Institute proposal.

• Consultation with Jeff Nutting on MMA Form of Government
• Review of Sections 3 and 4
• Continuation of Collins Institute Proposal Review
• Discussion of options for moving forward with charter review

Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee

The Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review an RFP. The meeting will also include a discussion regarding the committee's next steps.

• Review of RFP
• Approval of minutes
• Discussion on next steps

The committee reviewed and approved the Request for Proposals (RFP) previously authorized at the October Town Meeting. Members discussed the RFP timeline, the possibility of regionalizing the broadband system, and future vendor meetings.

• Approved the RFP (3-0)

Agricultural Commission

This is a procedural-only agenda for the Dartmouth Agricultural Commission meeting on November 29, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific decisions, discussions, or action items provided. The amended agenda PDF may contain details, but none are included in the supplied text.

• No specific items listed in the provided agenda text

Dartmouth Waterways Management

The commission will discuss updates on harbor projects, including the Harbor Management Plan and Dias Landing Marina progress. A public hearing is scheduled to gather input on waterway rates. The meeting also includes a candidate recommendation for an open WIC position.

• Public hearing regarding waterway rates
• Harbor Economic Analysis Grant application update
• SEC Grant application for edging feasibility
• CZM grant report for Apponagansett Point
• Candidate recommendation to the Select Board for an open WIC position

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a Tax Reclassification Hearing and review several liquor and restaurant license renewals. The agenda also includes updates on energy aggregation, credit card policy, and the town master plan workshop. Discussions may cover Bliss Corner and municipal broadband.

• Tax Reclassification Hearing
• License renewals for Texas Roadhouse and The Black Bass Grille
• License renewals for Stackhouse Fairgrounds and VFW Memorial Post
• Energy aggregation update
• Credit card policy review

The Select Board unanimously approved the FY 2023 tax reclassification and the 10% small business exemption. The Board also voted to request that the Mass DEP extend the comment period for Title V regulations and withhold implementation until 2024. Additionally, several liquor license renewals were approved.

• Opened the tax reclassification hearing for FY 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adopted the 175k rate and 10% small business exemption (Unanimous)
• Approved letter to Rep. Markey and Sen. Montigny requesting Mass DEP extend comment period to June 1, 2023, and delay implementation until January 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewals for Texas Roadhouse and The Black Bass Grille (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewals for The Kings Inn (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewals for Stackhouse Fairgrounds (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewals for TW Memorial Post (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewals for Cardoza's Wine & Spirits, C.V. Variety, Dartmouth Wine & Spirits, Lizzies Liquors, Town Liquors, Bliss Express, C & S Variety, Farm & Coast Market, and Shaw's (Unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The meeting includes procedural items and a recess for a Tax Classification Hearing. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Tax Classification Hearing

The Select Board established a new minimum residential factor and a small commercial business exemption. No other new business was conducted during the meeting.

• Set new minimum residential factor of 1.75
• Chose small commercial business exemption of 1070

Planning Board

The Board granted a continuance and timeline extension for the Windsong Acres subdivision plan. Members also reviewed and discussed potential updates to the Town Master Plan goals across several categories including housing, economic development, and transportation.

• Approved timeline extension to December 16, 2022 for Windsong Acres subdivision (5-0-0)
• Approved continuance to December 12, 2022 for Windsong Acres subdivision (5-0-0)
• Approved amendments to October 31, 2022 minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved minutes of October 31, 2022 and November 14, 2022 (4-0-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence from Town of Westport, Town of Freetown, and Joao Avelar (4-0-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence from Historical Commission and FEMA (4-0-0)

Fire District #3

The Dartmouth Fire District No 3 Prudential Committee will review financial reports, including cash receipts and payroll warrants. The agenda also includes discussions on Bristol County Retirement appropriations and capital expenses for fire stations.

• Fee agreement between Markey & Cauvin and Dartmouth Fire District No 3
• Bristol County Retirement Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation
• Station 3 Bathroom Renovation
• Station 2 Capital Expenses
• Report on Open Costs and Liabilities for year ending June 30, 2022

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding residential construction and wetland restoration projects. The meeting also includes discussions on structural engineering reviews for shoreline projects and emergency spill response.

• Public hearing for home demolition and reconstruction at 14 Smith Avenue
• Request to build a 9-space gravel parking lot off Fisher Road
• Request to pave an area at 100 Woodcock Road with asphalt
• Discussion on structural engineering peer-review for shoreline projects
• Notice of intent for water and sewer installation at 177 Gulf Road

The Commission issued several Orders of Conditions for home construction, utility installations, and wetland restoration. It also approved two Negative 3 Determinations of Applicability for parking and paving projects. One enforcement order was authorized for unauthorized cutting at 673 Tucker Road.

• Approved Negative 3 Determination for 9-space gravel parking lot at Fisher Road (unanimous)
• Approved Negative 3 Determination for asphalt paving at 100 Woodcock Road (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for new home at 14 Smith Avenue (unanimous)
• Issued Amended Standard Order of Conditions for basin modification at 1 Commerce Way (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for wetland restoration at 8 Woodbury Lane (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for water and sewer service at 177 Gulf Road (unanimous)
• Authorized Enforcement Order for clear cutting at 673 Tucker Road (unanimous)
• Tabled requests for Commerce Way and 0 Brandt Avenue to December 20, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Registrar of Voters

This document is a procedural notice for an open meeting scheduled for November 21, 2022. The specific topics to be discussed are illegible in the provided text.

Select Board

This Select Board meeting agenda has been cancelled. The only item listed is the agenda itself, and the accompanying document indicates the meeting was cancelled, so no decisions or discussions will take place.

School Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee will review the 2022-2023 School Improvement Plans for DISS and DMS. The meeting also includes updates on the superintendent search and the FY24 budget timeline.

• Signing of warrants for bills payable and payroll
• Presentation of 2022-2023 School Improvement Plans for DISS and DMS
• Update on the Superintendent Search
• Discussion of the FY24 Budget Timeline

The School Committee unanimously approved the 2022-2023 School Improvement Plans for Dartmouth Middle School and Dartmouth High School. The committee also reviewed the FY24 budget timeline and discussed the ongoing search for a new superintendent.

• Approved Regular Session Minutes of November 7, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes of November 7, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Dartmouth Middle School and Dartmouth High School 2022-2023 School Improvement Plans (5-0)
• Adjourned to Executive Session for collective bargaining and litigation updates (5-0)

Dartmouth Housing Authority Agenda

The Board will review the DHCD 667-l FY 2023 budget and the September 2022 Treasurer's Report. Discussion is also planned for an ARPA contract for financial assistance and a DMH Project update.

• DHCD 667-l FY 2023 Budget discussion
• ARPA Contract for Financial Assistance 4001 ($64,31)
• DMH Project update
• September 2022 Treasurer's Report review

The Board approved the fiscal year 2023 operating budget for State-Aided Housing and a 5% COLA for the Executive Director. The Board also authorized incentive payments for office and maintenance staff and approved an ARPA contract for financial assistance. A new procedure was established requiring public comments to be submitted in writing 10 days before meetings.

• Approved FY2023 Operating Budget for State-Aided Housing with $251,378 revenue and $299,878 expenses (3-0)
• Approved 5% COLA for Executive Director, setting salary at $106,246.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $500 incentive pay for office staff and $350 for maintenance staff (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA CFA 4001 contract for $64,313.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 Health Care Incentive for two employees (unanimous)
• Approved September 2022 Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Approved 9/30/2022 Quarterly Operating Statement for 667-1 (unanimous)
• Adopted procedure requiring written requests for public comment 10 days prior to meetings (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board will conduct a classification hearing for Fire Districts 1, 2, and 3. The meeting includes discussions regarding the Administrator of Assessing position and increasing staff levels. An executive session is scheduled to review abatements and exemptions.

• Fire Districts 1, 2, and 3 Classification Hearing
• Discussion regarding Administrator of Assessing position
• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Executive session for abatements and exemptions

The Board conducted classification hearings and voted on tax rates for three fire districts. The board also approved name corrections for specific properties and authorized training for an assessing technician.

• Fire District 1 voted for a single rate of $0.39
• Fire District 2 voted for a single rate of $1.12
• Fire District 3 voted for a split rate of residential $0.91 and commercial $1.70
• Approved meeting minutes from November 10, 2022
• Voted to correct name errors on 43/13-6 and 43/13-9
• Voted for Jessica Pacheco to take the IAAO Course 101

Dartmouth Waterways Management

The Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee will discuss progress on several harbor-related initiatives. Topics include updates on MVP and SEC grants, water quality, and the marina. The committee will also review minutes from the October 27 meeting.

• MVP Grant update
• SEC grants status update
• Residential Docks and Piers Focus Group update
• Marina update
• Water Quality/BBC update

Board of Public Works

The Board will review warrants for bills payable and payrolls from October and November 2022. The agenda includes a recommendation to award AMI upgrade services and a discussion regarding 20R Hathaway Road. Updates on nitrate regulations and shade trees are also scheduled.

• Recommendation to award AMI Upgrade Services
• Discussion regarding 20R Hathaway Road
• Update on proposed DEP regulations to control Nitrate
• Public Shade Tree discussion at 5 Bush Street
• Approval of warrants for bills payable

The Board of Public Works awarded a contract to Baystate WinSupply Company to convert 9,000 meters to cellular meters. The board also approved several payment warrants and payrolls, and decided to trim rather than remove a public shade tree.

• Approved AMI Upgrade Services bid to Baystate WinSupply Company not to exceed $2,132,880.00
• Approved warrants for bills payable periods ending Oct 17, 24, 31 and Nov 7, 14, 2022
• Approved payroll for weeks ending Oct 15, 22, 29 and Nov 5, 12, 2022
• Voted to have arborist trim public shade tree at 5 Bush St and leave it in place

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The Prudential Committee is meeting to discuss deputy chief duties and the search for a new Fire Chief. The agenda includes an investigation into several alleged irregularities and an executive session regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint and potential criminal misconduct investigations.

• Investigation of prior irregularities including contract negotiations and ballot box opening
• Fire Chief search
• Review of vendor and payroll warrants
• Executive session regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Gregory Edgcomb

The Committee approved vendor and payroll warrants and assigned acting chief duties to the deputy chief. Members discussed several prior irregularities involving election conduct, illegal contracts, and conflicts of interest. The meeting concluded with a vote to enter executive session to address an Open Meeting Law complaint and potential criminal misconduct.

• Approved vendor and payroll warrants (3-0)
• Approved temporary assignment of acting chief duties to the deputy chief (3-0)
• Approved minutes of 10-17-22 (3-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding Open Meeting Law complaint and criminal misconduct investigation (3-0)

Youth Commission

The provided document is a formal notice of an open meeting for the Dartmouth Youth Commission. No specific topics, motions, or discussion items are detailed in the text.

Veterans Advisory Board

The provided text contains only the procedural notice for a Veterans Advisory Board meeting. No specific topics or discussion items are listed in this document.

The board unanimously approved a payment for a women's bench at the Tootell Monument. Members discussed the potential relocation of the Sheehan monument and the formation of a subcommittee to investigate 501C3 status.

• Approved $4,700 payment for mason and Tootell Monument women's bench (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 21 SEP 2022
• Formed subcommittee (CP & RM) to investigate 501C3 status

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The Admissions Policy Sub-Committee will conduct a preliminary review of the 2022/23 Admissions Policy. The meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2022, at the Main Office Conference Room in New Bedford.

• Preliminary review of the 2022/23 Admissions Policy

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider several domestic animal permit applications and a body artist license. The meeting includes discussions on state sewage disposal regulations and subsurface sewage construction permits. The board will also review permits for garbage haulers, semi-public pools, and guest establishments.

• Septic setback variance request for 14 Smith Avenue
• Domestic animal permit applications for Slocum Road, Milton Street, Old Westport Rd, and Tucker Rd
• Body artist practitioner license application for Sarah Seveney
• Subsurface sewage disposal permits for 975 Faunce Corner Road and Beeden Road
• Piggery permit renewal for Copicut Farm

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on several development proposals, including a new dog park and residential projects. Members will also review field trip reports and discuss potential policy changes regarding shoreline engineering reviews.

• Public hearing for an 18,000 square foot off-leash recreation area at 443 Old Fall River Road
• Proposed construction of a swimming pool at 56 Captains Lane
• Demolition and reconstruction of a home at 14 Smith Avenue
• Three-lot residential development proposal off Jason Drive
• Discussion on structural engineering peer reviews for shoreline projects

The Commission issued Certificates of Compliance for several residential properties and approved a Standard Order of Conditions for a commercial facility and a swimming pool. Multiple other public hearings were continued to future dates. The board also authorized a $2,500 payment for a drainage report.

• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for commercial facilities and access road off Faunce Corner Road (unanimous)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for swimming pool at 56 Captains Lane (unanimous)
• Issued Partial Certificate of Compliance for 840 Hixville Road (unanimous)
• Issued Complete Certificate of Compliance for 12 Featherbed Lane (unanimous)
• Issued Complete Certificate of Compliance for 25 Patton Street (unanimous)
• Issued Partial Certificate of Compliance for one building at 1 Candy Apple Drive (unanimous)
• Authorized $2,500 payment to Gus Raposo for drainage report (unanimous)
• Continued public hearings for 443 Old Fall River Road, 14 Smith Avenue, and Tern Lane

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several committee appointments and a holiday light request for Padanaram Village. The agenda includes reviews of numerous alcohol license renewals for local businesses. Updates on the Harbor Management Plan and the Recreation Center project are also scheduled.

• Appointments to the Youth Commission, Cultural Council, and Tree Committee
• Holiday light request for Padanaram Village/Maritime Center
• Alcohol license renewals for various restaurants, clubs, and package stores
• Recreation Center Owner’s Project Manager RFQ
• Coastal Zone Management Seawall Design Public Meeting update

The Select Board approved a wide range of alcohol license renewals for local restaurants, clubs, and stores, subject to safety approvals. The board also made several commission appointments and approved a request for holiday lights in Padanaram Village.

• Appointed Shawnai Matos to the Dartmouth Youth Commission Board (Unanimous)
• Appointed Carol Bliven to the Dartmouth Cultural Council Board (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ann Parson, Susan Mclaren, Ruth Furman, Daniel Cook, and Winslow Dresser to the Tree Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved Padanaram Village/Maritime Center Holiday Lights request (Unanimous)
• Approved RFe for Recreation Center Owner's Project Manager (Unanimous)
• Adopted November 2022 as Native American Heritage Month (Unanimous)
• Approved ABCC 2023 season population estimation form (Unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license renewals for multiple establishments subject to Police, Fire, and Inspectional Services approval (Unanimous)

Board of Parks & Recreation

The Dartmouth Board of Parks and Recreation is holding a regular meeting. The agenda lists only the agenda item itself, with no specific discussion or decision items detailed.

• Regular meeting of the Board of Parks and Recreation

The Board voted to increase seasonal salaries by 75 cents and request a $45,000 increase to the FY23 Revolving Fund expenditure cap. Additionally, the Board decided to consolidate playground centers into one location at the Quinn School.

• Approved 75-cent increase for Laborer, Playground Instructor, Truck Driver, Assistant Director, Lifeguard and Beach Supervisor positions (4-0-0)
• Approved request to Finance Committee and Select Board to increase Revolving Fund expenditure cap by $45,000 to $230,000 (4-0-0)
• Approved combining playground centers into one location at the Quinn School (4-0-0)
• Approved support for the online registration program (4-0-0)
• Approved request for DPW engineers to meet with property owner regarding drainage issues at DYSA Field (4-0-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-1)

Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee

This is a notice of an open meeting for the Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee. The provided agenda text does not list specific topics, noting instead that they are continued on an attached sheet.

The Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee approved the minutes from October 27, 2022. The committee decided to inform the Select Board that the proposed Smith Neck sidewalk and fishing pier will be addressed after current projects are completed.

• Approved minutes of the October 27, 2022 meeting
• Approved motion to send letter to Select Board stating sidewalk and fishing pier will be addressed after current projects are completed

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a special permit for Paws N Play at 562 Reed Road. The agenda also includes the review of the Windsong Acres five-lot subdivision plan off Jason Drive and a site plan review for a batting cage facility.

• Special Permit and Site Plan Review for Paws N Play at 562 Reed Road
• Definitive Subdivision Plan for 'Windsong Acres' off Jason Dr.
• Site Plan Review for a Batting Cage Facility at 4 Commerce Way

The Board approved a Special Permit to reduce required parking spaces for Paws N Play, contingent on ZBA approval for impervious coverage. A batting cage facility site plan was approved for administrative management. A subdivision plan for Windsong Acres was continued to a later date.

• Approved Special Permit to reduce standard parking spots to 11 for Paws N Play (4-0-0)
• Approved administrative management of site plan review for batting cage facility at 4 Commerce Way (4-0-0)
• Continued Windsong Acres subdivision plan hearing to November 28, 2022 (4-0-0)
• Tabled October 31, 2022 meeting minutes until November 28, 2022 (4-0-0)
• Acknowledged and filed legal correspondence from Westport, New Bedford, Fall River, and Freetown (4-0-0)

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The Dartmouth Fire District No. 2 Prudential Committee is meeting to discuss the acting fire chief position. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

• Discussion of acting fire chief position

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a request to transfer funds from the library reserve. The meeting also includes discussions on budget versus actual figures and reports from department liaisons.

• Library Reserve Fund Transfer Request
• Mass DEP - Revisions to 310 CMR 15 Title 5
• Budget vs. Actual Discussion
• Reports from Finance Committee Liaisons

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will review reports from various department liaisons and discuss budget versus actual spending. The agenda also includes a request for a Library Reserve Fund transfer and discussion regarding Mass DEP revisions.

• Library Reserve Fund Transfer Request
• Mass DEP revisions to 310 CMR 5.00 Title 5
• Budget vs. Actual Discussion
• Reports from Finance Committee Liaisons

Charter Review Committee

The committee will discuss options for moving forward with the charter review process. Members will also continue reviewing the Collins Institute proposal and receive an update on a meeting with an MMA representative. The agenda includes a review of Sections 3 and 4.

• Review of Sections 3 and 4
• Continuation of Collins Institute proposal review
• Update on meeting with MMA Form of Government Representative
• Discussion of options for moving forward with Charter Review

Open Space and Recreation Plan Steering Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss results from a public survey and review draft goals, objectives, and action items. Members will also coordinate reviews of the plan document draft and schedule a final public meeting.

• Review of public survey results and engagement report
• Discussion of draft goals, objectives, and action items
• Volunteer review of sections 3 and 4 of the plan document draft
• Scheduling the final 'meet your plan' public meeting
• Planning for the December 2022 committee meeting and potential vote on the final plan

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review financial reports and library updates. The agenda includes discussions on Southworth Wi-Fi upgrades and potential committee formations for a long-range plan. New business items include roof repairs at Southworth and a service contract for the North Branch generator.

• Southworth Wi-Fi upgrade status
• Milton Cat Generator at North Branch Service Contract
• Replacing self-check at Southworth
• Roof Repairs at Southworth
• Review of By-law Changes

The Board approved by-law changes and financial reports for June and September 2022. The October financial report was tabled due to a salary discrepancy. The Board also established committees for the New Long Range Plan and an Open House event.

• Approved October 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved June 2022 financial report (unanimous)
• Approved September 2022 financial report (unanimous)
• Tabled October 2022 financial report (unanimous)
• Approved by-law changes with one typographical correction (unanimous)
• Established committee for New Long Range Plan
• Established committee for Open House with Joan Menard as chair

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The Prudential Committee will discuss the ongoing assignment of Acting Chief duties. The meeting also includes an executive session to prepare for negotiations with nonunion personnel and the Fire Chief.

• Discussion on ongoing assignment of Acting Chief duties
• Strategy sessions for negotiations with nonunion personnel and the Fire Chief
• Discussion regarding potential litigation by Gregory Edgcomb

The Prudential Committee voted to terminate Greg Edgcomb's role as Acting Chief and his related additional pay. This change was set to take effect at 5 p.m. on Friday, November 11, 2022.

• Entered executive session to discuss nonunion personnel negotiations and potential litigation by Gregory Edgcomb (3-0)
• Ended Greg Edgcomb's role as Acting Chief and related additional pay effective Nov 11, 2022, at 5pm (2-1)

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Committee will meet on November 8, 2022. The committee plans to vote on a new pay scale for cafeteria staff and receive updates regarding Class of 2027 admissions. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy with Teamsters Union Local #59.

• Vote to approve the new cafeteria pay scale
• Update on Class of 2027 admissions
• Review and acceptance of October 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining with Teamsters Union Local #59
• Information regarding the November 20, 2022, Open House

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to approve October 17 minutes and sign warrants for bills and payroll. The committee will review elementary school improvement plans for Quinn, DeMello, Potter, and Cushman. Members will also conduct a second reading and vote on the policy of school admissions.

• Vote on School Committee Policy of School Admissions
• Elementary School Improvement Plans (Quinn, DeMello, Potter, and Cushman)
• Superintendent's Evaluation - Summative
• Update on Superintendent's Search
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining with union personnel

The School Committee approved the 2022-2023 School Improvement Plans for Cushman, DeMello, Potter, and Quinn schools. Members also approved revisions to the school admissions policy and the Superintendent's summative evaluation. The committee discussed the search for an interim superintendent and noted that Town Meeting approved $1,010,000 in district requests.

• Approved Regular Session Minutes of October 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes of October 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Accepted 2022-2023 School Improvement Plans for Cushman, DeMello, Potter, and Quinn schools (5-0)
• Approved changes to SC policy JF - School Admissions (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Summative Evaluation (5-0)
• Approved proposed meeting dates for January 2023 through June 2023 (5-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review demolition and window replacement applications, including a total rebuild at 14 Smith Ave. The meeting also includes discussions regarding budget use and a tower installation on High Hill Road.

• Demolition and rebuild application for 14 Smith Ave.
• Window replacement applications for 591 Elm Street and 359 Russells Mill Road
• Garage demolition and construction at 50 Anthony Street
• Discussion of tower installation on High Hill Road

The Commission approved window replacements at 591 Elm St. and 359 Russells Mills Rd., and the replacement of a garage at 50 Anthony St. The board also recommended that a developer fund an archeological survey for a proposed installation at 346 High Hill Rd.

• Approved replacement window sashes at 591 Elm St. (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of 1-car garage and construction of 2-car garage with living space and repurposed cupola at 50 Anthony St. (unanimous)
• Approved replacement of leaking windows and door at 359 Russells Mills Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to Planning Board and town administrator that developer fund an archeological survey at 346 High Hill Rd. (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Dartmouth Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and paying bills. They will also discuss the Administrator of Assessing position and increasing staffing. The board will enter executive session to discuss abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding the Administrator of Assessing position
• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Executive session on abatements and exemptions

The Board of Assessors approved a county tax payment and one bill. Members also signed correspondence regarding department head and FY24 budget meetings. The board discussed staffing and the vacant Administrator of Assessing position.

• Approved payment of bill # 202209-10 for $1,527.50
• Voted to sign county tax in the amount of $7,193,853.66
• Approved meeting minutes from October 27, 2022
• Signed letter to Shawn Maclnnes regarding monthly department head meetings
• Signed letter to finance committee regarding FY24 budget meetings

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

This document is a procedural notice for an open meeting of the Fire District #2 Prudential Committee. The provided text does not list specific topics or items for discussion.

The committee adjourned the meeting immediately after a candidate for fire chief made a statement and read a letter. The committee voted to reconvene at a later date in executive session to discuss potential litigation.

• Approved motion to adjourn and discuss the matter in executive session (3-0)

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The Admissions Policy Sub-Committee will conduct a preliminary review of the 2022/23 Admissions Policy. This meeting is part of the administrative process for the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School District.

• Preliminary review of the 2022/23 Admissions Policy

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss MOU and grant agreements for FY23 projects and APR options. The agenda also includes planning for the 2024 funding round schedule and website improvements.

• MOU and Grant Agreements for FY23 projects
• 2024 Funding Round Schedule
• CPC Web Page improvements
• Dartmouth CPA 20 Years discussion

The meeting covered agenda items including invoices, FY23 project agreements, and the 2024 funding schedule. The minutes do not record any votes or formal decisions made on these items.

Select Board

The Select Board will meet in executive session to discuss the Harbormaster's contract and litigation strategies for 718 Reed Road and Scott Lake. The open meeting includes signing several regulatory agreements and a Bristol County grant. The Board will also receive updates on Bliss Corner and municipal broadband.

• Dartmouth Preserve Regulatory Agreement signing
• ARPA Bristol County Grant Agreement signing
• DPW Disposable Bag Policy and Store Notice
• CZM Seawall Design Public Meeting
• GLA filing for 859 Potomska Road

The Select Board approved the Dartmouth Regulatory Agreement contingent on cost clarifications and signed agreements for the Clean Water Trust and ARPA Bristol County Grant. The Board also declined the right of first refusal for a property at 859 Potomska Road.

• Approved Dartmouth Regulatory Agreement signing contingent on cost response (4-1)
• Declined right of first refusal for property at 859 Potomska Road (unanimous)
• Approved interim loan agreement for Clean Water Trust trihalomethone project (unanimous)
• Approved signing of ARPA Bristol County Grant Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for November 2022 Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved October 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Dartmouth Waterways Management

The Dartmouth Waterways Management Commission and Select Board will hold a joint meeting and workshop. The session will cover the Dais Landing Marina Project, pending waterways projects, and grant applications.

• Dais Landing Marina Project
• Pending Waterways projects and grant applications
• Items requested by Community Presentation

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding a scenic road request and the Paws N Play special permit. The meeting also includes site plan reviews for a batting cage facility and a subdivision lot release.

• Public hearing for tree removal and stonewall repair at 1115 Tucker Road and 0 Andys Way
• Continued public hearing for Paws N Play special permit and site plan review at 562 Reed Road
• Site plan review for a batting cage facility at 4 Commerce Way
• Endorsement of an ANR plan at 1133 Russells Mills Road
• Lot release request for 'Salt Wind Acres' subdivision off 704 Rock O’Dundee Road

The Planning Board endorsed a land division plan for 1133 Russells Mills Road and approved a lot release for the Salt Wind Acres subdivision. Several other project reviews were continued to November 14, 2022, for further technical review.

• Approved tree removal at 1115 Tucker Road and 0 Andy’s Way (5-0-0)
• Continued Paws N Play parking decision to November 14, 2022 (5-0-0)
• Continued Batting Cage Facility site plan review to November 14, 2022 (5-0-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for land division at 1133 Russells Mills Road (5-0-0)
• Approved lot release for Salt Wind Acres subdivision (5-0-0)
• Approved amended minutes from October 17, 2022 (5-0-0)

Board of Registrar of Voters

The provided agenda is a notice for an open meeting, but the specific topics to be discussed are unreadable in the text.

Board of Assessors

This meeting has no agenda available. The only listed item is a note directing readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or routine with no substantive items to report.

• No agenda items listed

The Board of Assessors approved a motor vehicle bill abatement and real estate abatements for Sup 1 and Sup 2. The board also requested representation at monthly division head meetings and budget discussions for FY24.

• Approved motor vehicle bill # 2785 abatement
• Approved Sup 1 and Sup 2 real estate abatements
• Approved September 29, 2022 meeting minutes
• Voted to request a representative from the Assessor's office attend monthly division head meetings
• Voted to inquire with the Finance Committee regarding FY24 budget meeting start dates

Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee

The Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee will meet to discuss progress on Padanaram Harbor initiatives. Discussion topics include the MVP Grant, water quality, and marina or residential dock status. The committee will also review a draft report for the Select Board.

• Review of draft HMPIC Select Board report
• MVP Grant update
• SEC application status
• Residential docks and piers update
• Approval of August 10 and September 22 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the August 10 and September 22, 2022 meetings. Members discussed ongoing water quality sampling, the status of two Seaport Economic Council grant applications, and the progress of the Residential Dock and Pier Focus Group.

• Approved August 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 22, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on member terms and election of officers until January

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee is continuing its review of the Collins Institute proposal. The meeting also includes reviews of charter Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4, and a discussion on future steps for the charter review process.

• Collins Institute Proposal Review Continuation
• Review of Charter Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4
• Discussion regarding options for moving forward with the charter review
• Approval of October 12, 2022 minutes

The committee voted unanimously to have Jeff Nutting, a former Town Administrator for the Town of Franklin, provide support to the committee for free. Members finished reviewing Article 2 of the charter. The review of Sections 3 and 4 was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved unanimous vote to have Jeff Nutting provide support to the committee
• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes (6-0-1)

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

This document is a notice of an open meeting for the Fire District #2 Prudential Committee. The provided text contains only the meeting notice header and does not list specific agenda items or topics.

The committee voted to create a review committee for fire chief applications and accepted a report from Greg Edgcomb. The interview of Greg Edgcomb was postponed until the following week.

• Approved creation of fire chief application review committee (3-0)
• Accepted report from Greg Edgcomb dated 10/17/2022 (3-0)
• Postponed interview of Greg Edgcomb until next week (3-0)

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The Admissions Policy Sub-Committee is meeting to conduct a preliminary review of the 2022/23 Admissions Policy. This session focuses on reviewing the district's procedures for student admissions.

• Preliminary review of the 2022/23 Admissions Policy

Conservation Commission

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding various construction projects, including a swimming pool on Captains Lane and a new home on Smith Avenue. The meeting also includes reviews of certificates of compliance for completed work and discussions regarding local enforcement updates.

• Public hearing for a proposed swimming pool at 56 Captains Lane
• Public hearing for a new home construction at 14 Smith Avenue
• Public hearing for two commercial facilities off Faunce Corner Road
• Public hearing for a three-lot residential development off Jason Drive
• Certificates of compliance for work on Elm Street and Faunce Corner Road

The Commission approved multiple Certificates of Compliance for residential and commercial projects and issued a Standard Order of Conditions for wharf improvements at 10 Water Street. Several public hearings were continued to November 15, 2022, and the Commission supported a Conservation Restriction for a parcel on Elm Street.

• Approved Complete Certificate of Compliance for 78 Elm Street (unanimous)
• Approved Partial Certificate of Compliance for 491 Faunce Corner Road with stabilization condition (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for 560 Faunce Corner Road (4-1-0)
• Approved Complete Certificate of Compliance for 443 Old Fall River Road (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for wharf improvements at 10 Water Street (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Certification for DNRT Conservation Restriction at Elm Street (unanimous)
• Rescheduled November 8, 2022 meeting to November 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Granted continuances to November 15, 2022 for projects at 56 Captains Lane, 14 Smith Avenue, and others

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review bills payable and payrolls from September and October 2022. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a shade tree at 5 Bush Street and an update on proposed DEP nitrate regulations.

• Public Shade Tree Hearing - 5 Bush Street
• New Utility Layer Applicant: SALO Construction Co.
• Approval of bills payable for periods ending Sept 19, Sept 26, Oct 3, and Oct 10, 2022
• Approval of payrolls for weeks ending Sept 16, Sept 23, Sept 30, and Oct 7, 2022
• Update on proposed DEP regulations to control Nitrate

Veterans Advisory Board

The provided document is a formal notice for an upcoming Veterans Advisory Board meeting in Dartmouth. No specific agenda topics or discussion items were included in the text.

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss and vote on an amendment to warrant article number 6. The agenda also includes a provision for items not known 48 hours in advance.

• Vote on warrant article number 6 amendment

Select Board

The Select Board may discuss and deliberate on warrant articles for the October 18, 2022, Fall Town Meeting if needed. No other business items are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion of warrant articles for the Fall Town Meeting

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and vote on an amendment to warrant article number 6. No other specific business is listed on the agenda.

• Vote on warrant article number 6 amendment

Fire District #3

The Dartmouth Fire District No 3 Prudential Committee will review financial reports and bank transactions. The agenda includes a final payment request for the Station 3 bathroom renovation and capital expenses for Station 2.

• Station 3 Bathroom Renovation - Final Payment Request
• Attorney contract for employment
• Station 2 capital expenses
• Approval of general disbursement and payroll warrants

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The Prudential Committee will review routine vendor and payroll warrants and the Treasurer's Report. The agenda also includes updates on equipment and building maintenance.

• Vendor Warrant
• Payroll Warrant
• Treasurer's Report
• Fire Chief Application Review Committee
• Approval of September 12, 2022 minutes

The Prudential Committee approved a fire chief application review committee consisting of John Garfield, John Sousa, and Sam Manley to review two applications received. The vendor and payroll warrant was approved 3-0, and the chief's report was accepted 3-0. A motion to install motion sensors in bathrooms passed 3-0. The meeting was adjourned early after a written inquiry from attorney Savastano led to disorder from Bernard Giroux.

• Approved vendor and payroll warrant (3-0)
• Approved motion to install motion sensors in bathrooms (3-0)
• Accepted chief's report (3-0)
• Approved fire chief application review committee (3-0)
• Approved minutes from 9/12/2022 (3-0)
• Approved motion to continue acting chief until 12/12/2022 (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding an Eversource pole relocation at 25 Ashley Street. The meeting also includes signing the Dartmouth Preserve Regulatory Agreement and discussing fuel assistance guidelines. An executive session is scheduled to discuss Harbormaster contract negotiations.

• Eversource pole relocation hearing for 25 Ashley Street
• Signing of the Dartmouth Preserve Regulatory Agreement
• Approval of Fuel Assistance Guidelines
• Warrant amendment for a capital skid steer
• Traffic safety review for Battleship Harley Davidson

School Committee

The committee will review school improvement plans for DFIS and DMS. Members will also conduct a first reading of proposed revisions to the school admissions policy. An executive session is scheduled to provide an update on collective bargaining with union personnel.

• First reading of proposed revisions to School Admissions policy (JF)
• Presentation of DFIS School Improvement Plan
• Presentation of DMS School Improvement Plan
• Superintendent's summative evaluation
• Update on collective bargaining with union personnel

The Dartmouth School Committee approved consent agenda items including fundraising requests and a high school orchestra trip, and heard Superintendent Dr. Gifford announce her retirement effective March 1, 2023. The committee discussed but did not vote on the superintendent's summative evaluation, deferring it to the next meeting. The meeting adjourned into executive session for collective bargaining updates.

• Approved DeMello/Cushman PTO 2022-2023 fundraising requests (5-0)
• Approved Dartmouth High School Orchestra performance tour in Washington, D.C. (5-0)
• Approved Regular Session Minutes of September 26, 2022 (5-0)
• Moved DHS and DMS School Improvement Plan presentations to November 21, 2022 meeting
• Deferred vote on Superintendent's summative evaluation to next meeting
• Adjourned into Executive Session for collective bargaining update (5-0)

Dartmouth Housing Authority Agenda

The Board will review the August 2022 Treasurer's Report and previous meeting minutes. Discussion items include four new Housing Choice Vouchers and a $1,955.00 collection loss. The board will also receive an update on the DMH Project.

• Four new Housing Choice Vouchers
• $1,955.00 collection loss
• Resident Service Coordinators Notice of Funding Availability (PHN 2022-l4)
• DMH Project update

Planning Board

The board will hold public hearings for a five-lot subdivision called "Windsong Acres" off Jason Drive and a site plan review for Paws N Play at 562 Reed Road. The meeting also includes endorsements for several land division plans and water-dependent licenses.

• Proposed 5-lot "Windsong Acres" subdivision off Jason Dr.
• Site plan review for Paws N Play at 562 Reed Road
• Endorsement of ANR plans for Gulf Road, Nonquitt Avenue, Fisher Road, and Potomska Road
• Chapter 91 water-dependent license applications for Water Street and Redwood Street

The board continued the public hearing for Paws N Play (dog daycare/boarding at 562 Reed Road) to October 31, 2022, after the applicant declined to withdraw despite unresolved lot coverage and ZBA variance issues. The board also endorsed five Approval Not Required (ANR) plans for lot divisions at 144 Gulf Road, 7 Nonquitt Avenue, 20 Fisher Road & Old Westport Road, 536 Potomska Road, and approved sending letters to Mass DEP for two dock/float license applications. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Continued Paws N Play special permit/site plan review to Oct 31 (4-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan at 144 Gulf Road (4-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan at 7 Nonquitt Avenue (4-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan at 20 Fisher Road & Old Westport Road (4-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan at 536 Potomska Road (4-0)
• Authorized letter to Mass DEP for dock at 10 Water Street (4-0)
• Authorized follow-up letter for dock at 1 Redwood Street (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Sept 26, 2022 (4-0)

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The Admissions Policy Sub-Committee will conduct a preliminary review of the 2022/23 Admissions Policy. This meeting is for the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School District.

• Preliminary review of the 2022/23 Admissions Policy

Board of Assessors

The Dartmouth Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes and pay bills. The board also plans to hold discussions regarding increasing staff levels and the Administrator of Assessing position.

• Discussion regarding the Administrator of Assessing position
• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Payment of bills
• Executive session regarding abatements and exemptions

Board of Health

The Board of Health is reviewing domestic animal permit applications and subsurface sewage disposal construction permits. The agenda also includes potential enforcement regarding Guest Establishment regulations at the Moby Dick Motel. Additionally, the board will review minutes from July and August 2022.

• Potential enforcement regarding Guest Establishment regulations at Moby Dick Motel
• Domestic animal permit applications for chickens, roosters, turkeys, ducks, and geese
• Sewage disposal construction permits for Horseneck Rd, Gentle Valley Drive, Mishaum Point Rd, and Old Fall River Rd
• Review of sewage pollution notification requirements

Charter Review Committee

The committee will review a proposal from the Collins Institute. Members will also continue reviewing Sections 1 and 2 of the charter, review Sections 3 and 4, and discuss options for moving forward with the process.

• Review of Collins Institute Proposal
• Review of Charter Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4
• Discussion on options for continuing the charter review

The committee reviewed a proposal from the Collins Institute and continued discussion of Sections 1-4 of the charter, but took no votes on those items. It unanimously approved minutes from August 10, 2022, and voted 4-0-1 to approve minutes from August 25 and September 22, 2022, with Mary Waite abstaining each time.

• Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 (unanimous).
• Approved minutes of August 25, 2022 (4-0-1, Waite abstained).
• Approved minutes of September 22, 2022 (4-0-1, Waite abstained).
• Discussed but took no action on Collins Institute proposal.
• Continued review of Sections 1-2 without a vote.
• Continued review of Sections 3-4 without a vote.
• Discussed options for moving forward without a vote.

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review financial reports from June, August, and September 2022. The agenda includes discussions on the FY 2023 budget and the Southworth Wi-Fi upgrade status. Additionally, the board will consider library policy reviews and plans for a branch grand opening.

• Review of FY 2023 Budget
• Southworth Wi-Fi Upgrade Status
• Proposed policies for Branch Key Fobs and Library Laptops
• Discussion regarding Formal Grand Opening of Branch
• Review of Library Director Job Description

The Board of Library Trustees approved a key fob policy (without the allen wrench provision) and a library laptop policy, both unanimously. The June and September financial reports were tabled due to discrepancies, while the August report was accepted. The board also voted to amend by-laws to specify that the recording secretary and financial secretary are elected by the board, with the chair appointing only if no volunteers exist.

• Approved key fob policy without allen wrench provision (unanimous)
• Approved library laptop policy (unanimous)
• Accepted August 2022 financial report (unanimous)
• Tabled June and September 2022 financial reports
• Amended by-laws to elect recording secretary and financial secretary by board vote, with chair appointment as fallback (unanimous)
• Amended by-law wording to 'chair' and 'vice-chair' (unanimous)

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Committee will meet on October 11, 2022. The agenda includes votes on a new cafeteria salary schedule and student activity account balances. The committee will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 annual budget.

• Vote to approve new cafeteria salary schedule
• Vote to accept donation from Northwest Atlantic Sea Scallop Fisheries
• Vote to approve out of state travel for student athletes
• Discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 annual budget
• Vote to approve Student Activities Account Balances as of September 30, 2022

Board of Parks & Recreation

The Dartmouth Board of Parks & Recreation will meet to vote on a DYSA lease and discuss the Cornell Pond Group and Marina MOU. The agenda also includes updates on the Rec Center, Seawall, and ongoing staffing issues.

• Approval of DYSA lease
• Discussion regarding Cornell Pond Group
• Discussion of Marina MOU
• Rec Center update
• Seawall update

The Board approved a 10-year lease agreement with the Dartmouth Youth Soccer Association (DYSA) by a 4-0 vote. They also discussed plans to repair the dam at Cornell Pond and build a walkway for safe crossing, with a follow-up meeting scheduled for December or January. The Marina MOU was reviewed and changes will be forwarded to the waterways commission. No new updates were reported on the Rec Center or staffing issues.

• Approved August 30, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 10-year DYSA lease agreement (4-0)
• Discussed Cornell Pond dam repairs and walkway; follow-up planned
• Reviewed Marina MOU; changes to be sent to waterways commission
• No action on Rec Center or staffing issues
• Seawall public meeting to be scheduled with Parks & Rec and Select Board

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for several land use proposals, including commercial facilities on Faunce Corner Road and a pier on Tern Lane. The agenda also includes reviews of requests to remove an underground storage tank and install a new sewer line. Additionally, the board will discuss enforcement issues regarding unauthorized impacts at Horseneck Road and Clarks Cove Drive.

• Construction of two commercial facilities and an access road off Faunce Corner Road
• Replacement of culverts with a concrete box culvert at Georges Pond
• Removal of an underground storage tank at 247 Russells Mills Road
• Proposed pier construction on Tern Lane
• New sewer line installation at 95 Degaris Avenue

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission approved several determinations of applicability, certificates of compliance, and standard orders of conditions for projects affecting wetlands and buffer zones. It also granted continuances for several public hearings to October 25, 2022. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved Negative 3 Determination for UST removal at 247 Russells Mills Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Negative 2 Determination for sewer line at 95 Degaris Ave (unanimous)
• Issued Complete Certificate of Compliance for 705 Elm St (unanimous)
• Issued Complete Certificate of Compliance for 1157 Russells Mills Rd (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for invasive vegetation management at Allens Pond (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for Faunce Corner Rd commercial facilities to Oct 25 (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for wetland restoration at 565 Highland Ave (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for septic upgrade at 840 Hixville Rd (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee is reviewing the Mendes-Monteiro House project update and discussing APRs for future projects. The agenda also includes the 2024 Needs Assessment and Plan and an Archeological Survey MOU.

• Mendes-Monteiro House project update
• Discussion of APRs for future projects
• 2024 Needs Assessment and Plan
• Project Warrant Articles for October Town Meeting
• Archeological Survey MOU

The Community Preservation Committee met to discuss project updates, including the Mendes-Monteiro House, and reviewed annual performance reports for future projects. They also discussed the 2024 Needs Assessment and Plan, as well as project warrant articles for the upcoming October Town Meeting. No votes or final decisions were recorded; the meeting was procedural and discussion-based.

• No decisions or votes recorded; meeting was discussion-only

Dartmouth Waterways Management

The commission will review updates on several harbor projects, including dock permitting and the Harbor Management Plan implementation. Discussions will also cover dredging feasibility for a SEC Grant application and an oyster shell recycling proposal. The agenda includes items regarding water quality closures and department storage.

• Harbor Management Plan implementation
• Dredging feasibility/scope SEC Grant application
• Oyster shell recycling proposal
• New Bedford CSO & Clarks Cove Water Quality Closures
• BB Coalition NEP mini grant update

Select Board

The Select Board will consider appointments to the Youth Commission and for a Special Police Officer. The meeting also includes discussions regarding road safety reports from the Department of Public Works.

• Appointment to the Youth Commission
• One Day License Review for Battleship Harley Davidson
• Special Police Officer Appointment
• DPW Dangerous Intersection Report
• Special Hearing: Comcast Ascertainment

The Select Board voted unanimously not to exercise the town's right of first refusal for the property at 1157 Russells Mills Road, after receiving recommendations against it from the Planning Board, Agricultural Commission, and Conservation Commission. The board also appointed Pamela Shwartz to the Youth Commission and Joe Vieira as a Special Police Officer, both unanimously. A one-day license review for Battleship Harley Davidson was continued to October 17 pending a police-approved safety plan. The board discussed a $150,000 capital request for the Tucker Road design project and reviewed a dangerous intersections report identifying State Road, Faunce Corner Road, and Old Westport Road as the worst.

• Appointed Pamela Shwartz to the Youth Commission (unanimous).
• Voted unanimously not to exercise the town's right of first refusal for 1157 Russells Mills Road.
• Continued Battleship Harley Davidson one-day license review to October 17 pending a police-approved safety plan.
• Appointed Joe Vieira as a Special Police Officer (unanimous).
• Discussed $150,000 capital improvement request for Tucker Road design project.
• Reviewed dangerous intersections report; State Road, Faunce Corner Road, and Old Westport Road identified as worst.
• Scheduled workshop meeting with ZBA first in October.
• Opened and closed public hearing on Comcast cable license renewal.

Historical Commission

The commission will review minutes from the September 12 meeting and consider several property applications. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Form B projects and potential archaeological surveys.

• 14 Smith Ave.: total demolition and rebuild application
• 530 Smith Neck Road: porch endorsement and new porch construction
• 476 Bakerville Road: windows and siding updates
• Review of CPC

The Dartmouth Historical Commission voted unanimously to approve a porch enclosure and home extension at 530 Smith Neck Rd, and window replacements at 476 Bakerville Rd. The commission also adopted a revised Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the Town Pound preservation restriction, noting a conflict with the archaeological survey funding. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved porch enclosure and extension at 530 Smith Neck Rd (unanimous)
• Approved window replacements at 476 Bakerville Rd (unanimous)
• Adopted revised MOU for Town Pound preservation restriction (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board will review meeting minutes and approve bill payments. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Administrator of Assessing position and increasing staff levels. An executive session is scheduled to address abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding the Administrator of Assessing position
• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Executive Session for abatements and exemptions
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Payment of bills

The Board of Assessors approved two invoices totaling $9,990 and signed motor vehicle commitments. Discussion continued on staffing and the vacant Administrator of Assessors position, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved invoice #9179 for $7,000.00
• Approved invoice #20220809 for $2,990.00
• Signed motor vehicle seventy-third commitment
• Signed motor vehicle fifth commitment

Council on Aging

The Dartmouth Council on Aging scheduled an open meeting for September 27, 2022. The provided agenda text is largely illegible, though it mentions goals for the Council on Aging.

Conservation Commission

The commission will review several proposals for residential construction and driveway installations near wetlands. Agenda items also include a request for an 18,000 square foot off-leash recreation area and invasive vegetation management at Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary. The meeting will also introduce the new Conservation Officer.

• Proposed 18,000 square foot off-leash recreation area at 443 Old Fall River Road
• Notice of Intent for two commercial facilities on Faunce Corner Road
• Three-lot residential development proposal off Jason Drive
• Request to manage invasive vegetation at Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary
• Introduction of Adam Seablom as the new Conservation Officer

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission approved several Determinations of Applicability and Orders of Conditions for projects near wetlands, including a pool house, house addition, single-family dwellings, and an agricultural pond. They also approved a one-year extension for wetland restoration, an enforcement order for unauthorized wetland work, and a conservation restriction for a land acquisition linking UMASS Dartmouth to Buzzards Bay. Several public hearings were continued due to missing DEP file numbers or incomplete information.

• Approved Negative 3 Determination for pool house/pavilion at 601 Old Westport Road (unanimous)
• Approved Negative 3 Determination for house addition at 9 Meadows Shore Road (unanimous)
• Approved Negative 3 Determination for single-family dwelling at Nathan Drive (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension of Order of Conditions for wetland restoration at 22 Slocum Road to Feb 7, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for single-family house at Woodcock Road (unanimous)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for single-family dwelling at Ledgemont Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for agricultural pond at 523 Rock O'Dundee Road (unanimous)
• Approved Enforcement Order for unauthorized wetland work at 1 Clarks Cove Road (6-0-0, one recusal)

School Committee

The committee will discuss the Capital Improvement Plan update and the Superintendent's summative evaluation. They will also consider fundraising requests from Quinn PTO, Potter PTO, and DSMA.

• Superintendent's Summative Evaluation
• Capital Improvement Plan Update
• Quinn PTO and Potter PTO fundraising requests
• DSMA fundraising and Bands of America participation
• Recognition of Maintenance and Custodial Employees

The Dartmouth School Committee approved three fundraising requests: Quinn PTO, Potter PTO, and the Dartmouth School Music Association (DSMA). The committee also agreed to move the superintendent's evaluation discussion to the October 17, 2022 meeting. Facilities Manager John Bemat and maintenance/custodial staff were recognized for their work.

• Approved Quinn PTO 2022-2023 fundraising activity request (5-0).
• Approved Potter PTO 2022-2023 fundraising activity request (5-0).
• Approved DSMA fundraising activity request (4-0, Nunes abstained).
• Approved DSMA request to participate in the Bands of America Championships (5-0).
• Agreed to move the superintendent's summative evaluation to the October 17, 2022 meeting.
• Approved the Regular Session Minutes of September 26, 2022 as written (5-0).
• Adjourned from Open Session at 7:05 p.m. (5-0).

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit and site plan review for Paws N Play. The board will also continue a public hearing for the Windsong Acres five-lot subdivision off Jason Drive. Additionally, several Chapter 91 Waterways water-dependent licenses are scheduled for administrative review.

• Site plan review and special permit for Paws N Play at 562 Reed Road
• Continued public hearing for 'Windsong Acres' five-lot subdivision off Jason Dr.
• Chapter 91 Waterways water-dependent licenses for Barney’s Joy Road, Mattarest Lane, and Tern Lane

The Planning Board voted 5-0 to send an approval letter for the Environmental Notification Form (ENF) for the Arthur F. Dias Landing Fixed Pier Extension & Floating Docks project at 75 Gulf Road. The project includes a 75-foot pier extension, six new floats, and a reengineered gangway, funded by nearly $1 million in Seaport Economic Council grants and $200,000 from the Community Preservation Committee. The board also approved a Certificate of Action for Big Value Plaza Phase II façade improvements with a condition to comply with Board of Health requirements, and recommended the Select Board not exercise right of first refusal on a Chapter 61A property at 859 Potomska Road.

• Approved sending approval letter for Dias Landing marina ENF (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Action for Big Value Plaza Phase II façade improvements with Board of Health conditions (5-0)
• Recommended Select Board not exercise right of first refusal on 859 Potomska Road Chapter 61A property (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2022 (5-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence from Fall River, Freetown, and Westport (5-0)

Finance Committee

The committee will review reports from various department and board liaisons. Members also plan to finalize a message for Town Meeting members and conduct a vote on warrant article number 13.

• Vote on warrant article number 13
• Reports from department and board liaisons
• Finalizing a message to Town Meeting members

Charter Review Committee

The committee will discuss support from the Collins Institute for the charter review process. Members will resume their review of Sections 1 and 2 and examine Sections 3 and 4. Additionally, the committee will discuss options for moving forward with the charter review.

• Discussion on Collins Institute support for charter review
• Review of Charter Sections 1 and 2
• Review of Charter Sections 3 and 4
• Discussion on options for moving forward with the charter review
• Approval of minutes from August 10 and August 25, 2022

The committee met via Zoom and heard from the Collins Institute about charter review support. No substantive decisions were made; all agenda items were continued to the next meeting, including review of Sections 1-4 and approval of prior minutes.

• Continued review of Sections 1 and 2 to next meeting
• Continued review of Sections 3 and 4 to next meeting
• Continued approval of August 10 and August 25 minutes to next meeting
• Voted unanimously to adjourn

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will review reports from various department liaisons. The committee is also scheduled to discuss, deliberate, and vote on warrant article number 13 and finalize a message to Town Meeting members.

• Vote on warrant article number 13
• Finalizing message to Town Meeting members

Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will discuss several updates regarding the implementation of the Padanaram Harbor Management Plan. Topics include progress on MVP grants, dredging, and harbor economic analysis. The meeting also includes preparation for a report to the Select Board.

• Approval of August 10, 2022 minutes
• MVP Grant and dredging updates
• Harbor Economic Analysis update
• Docks and Piers focus group update
• Clarks Cove/City of New Bedford sewer discharge discussion

The Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee voted unanimously to send a letter of support for a grant application to prepare a Dredging Feasibility Study for the Seaport Economic Council. The committee also discussed progress on several other initiatives, including an MVP Action Grant, water quality monitoring, a harbor economic analysis, and a docks and piers focus group. No final decisions were made on those items; they remain under discussion.

• Approved motion to send letter of support for Dredging Feasibility Study grant application (unanimous)
• Supported a mini-grant application for hydrodynamic and water quality modeling (motion by Langhauser, seconded by O'Hare)
• Discussed but did not vote on Phase 2 harbor economic analysis proposal ($35,000, 20% town match)

Veterans Advisory Board

This document is a notice for an open meeting of the Dartmouth Veterans Advisory Board. The provided text contains only procedural information and does not list specific topics for discussion.

Fire District #3

The committee will discuss an attorney employment contract and website design. Members will review financial reports, including cash receipts and payroll warrants. The agenda also includes a final payment request for Station 3 bathroom renovations and a change order for the Station 2 roof replacement.

• Attorney employment contract
• Station 3 Bathroom Renovation final payment request
• Station 2 Roof Replacement change order approval
• Bartholomew & Company Inc portfolio allocation review
• Approval of payroll warrants and disbursements

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to vote on and sign the Fall Town Meeting Warrant. The agenda includes a notice of intent to sell property at 1157 Russells Mills Road and discussions regarding vegetation management and shellfish harvesting days. An executive session is also scheduled to discuss litigation strategy related to Scott Lake.

• Vote and Sign Fall Town Meeting Warrant
• Notice of Intent to Sell, 61A- 1157 Russells Mills Road
• Eversource Vegetation Management Plan discussion
• Harbormaster Shellfish Harvesting Days Discussion
• Town Clerk Precinct 3 Change Request

The Select Board voted to recommend 12 of 13 articles for the Fall Town Meeting warrant, including community preservation projects and capital plan funding. Article 13, a bylaw requiring licenses for donation bins, was not recommended after a 1-1-0 vote; the board instead voted 1-1-0 to pull it from the warrant for further work with Town Counsel. The board also discussed safety concerns at Battleship Harley Davidson and requested the owner and police attend the next meeting.

• Recommended Article 1 (CPC - Dias Landing Marina Expansion) unanimously
• Recommended Article 2 (CPC - Russells Mills Land Conservation Phase 2) unanimously
• Recommended Article 3 (CPC - Regional) unanimously
• Recommended Article 4 (CPC - Dartmouth Park Playground) unanimously
• Recommended Article 5 (Appropriation to Stabilization Fund) unanimously
• Recommended Article 6 (Acceptance of Capital Planning Committee Report and FY2023 Capital Plan) unanimously
• Recommended Article 7 (Appropriation to Stabilization Fund for Collective Bargaining) unanimously
• Recommended Article 8 (Appropriation for Collective Bargaining Agreements) unanimously

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review reports from various department and board liaisons. The committee is also scheduled to discuss, deliberate, and vote on warrant articles for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting.

• Vote on warrant articles for Fall Town Meeting
• Reports from department and board liaisons

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss, deliberate, and vote on warrant articles for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting. The committee will also receive reports from various department and board liaisons.

• Vote on warrant articles for Fall Town Meeting
• Reports from Finance Committee Liaisons
• Approval of available minutes

Board of Public Works

This is a routine meeting of the Dartmouth Board of Public Works. The agenda consists of procedural items only, with revised meeting materials provided. No specific decisions or discussions are listed.

• Revised agenda for September 15, 2022
• Meeting materials PDFs provided

The Board of Public Works approved awarding the Proposed Bridge Rehabilitation of Old Fall River Road over Copicut River and Shingle Island River to S.W. Construction Enterprises, LLC, not to exceed $498,053.00. The board also approved several routine items, including warrants, payroll, and meeting minutes, as well as professional services agreements with Tighe & Bond and USGS. Discussions were held on tree removal protocols, DEP nitrate regulations, and staffing shortages, but no formal action was taken on those topics.

• Approved warrants for bills payable periods ending Aug 22 & 29 and Sep 5 & 12, 2022
• Approved payroll for weeks ending Aug 20 & 27 and Sep 2 & 9, 2022
• Approved meeting minutes of August 25, 2022
• Awarded bridge rehab contract to S.W. Construction LLC not to exceed $498,053.00
• Approved Tighe & Bond proposal for MS4/SWMP updates not to exceed $5,500
• Approved USGS Joint Funding Agreement not to exceed $16,700

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review financial reports for June and August 2022. Discussion topics include library policies, the Southworth Wi-Fi upgrade status, and a formal grand opening for a branch.

• Review of library policies part I
• Status of Southworth Wi-Fi Upgrade
• Discussion of formal grand opening of a branch
• Review of Library Director job description
• Financial reports for June and August 2022

The Board of Library Trustees voted to approve the July financial report and the August meeting minutes, but delayed voting on the August financial report until next month pending adjustments by the director. The board also approved a new meeting schedule alternating between branches starting in December. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were discussions or updates.

• Approved minutes of August 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved July 2022 financial report (unanimous)
• Delayed vote on August 2022 financial report until next month
• Approved alternating meeting locations: odd months at Southworth, even months at North Branch starting December (unanimous)

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The School Committee will meet to consider several administrative updates, including the 2022/23 Employee Handbook and Superintendent SMARTIE goals. The agenda also includes votes on student athlete travel and a proposed LPN salary scale.

• Approval of the 2022/23 Employee Handbook
• Vote on proposed LPN salary scale
• Approval of out-of-state travel for student athletes
• Formation of an Admissions Policy Sub-Committee
• Designation of equipment as surplus

Agricultural Commission

This is a routine meeting of the Dartmouth Agricultural Commission with no substantive items listed. The agenda includes only the agenda itself and meeting materials, indicating no major decisions or discussions are scheduled.

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss APRs for future projects and project warrant articles for the October Town Meeting. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding an archeological survey.

• Project Warrant Articles for October Town Meeting
• Discussion of APRs for future projects
• Archeological Survey

The Dartmouth Community Preservation Committee met on September 13, 2022, to discuss and review project warrant articles for the upcoming October Town Meeting. The meeting also included approval of minutes, review of invoices and correspondence, and discussion of Annual Project Requests (APRs) for future projects and an archaeological survey. No final votes or decisions were recorded.

• Minutes approved
• Invoices and correspondence reviewed
• APRs for future projects discussed
• Project warrant articles for October Town Meeting discussed
• Archaeological survey discussed

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct public hearings on several development proposals, including a single-family house on Woodcock Road and an in-ground pool at 51 East Avenue. The meeting also includes reviewing field trip reports and discussing enforcement updates for properties on Slocum Road and Rock O'Dundee Road.

• Public hearing for commercial access, parking, and stormwater basins at 80 Cross Road
• Public hearing for a single-family house with driveway and septic on Woodcock Road
• Public hearing for an in-ground pool and patio at 51 East Avenue
• Public hearing for two commercial facilities and an access road off Faunce Corner Road
• Request for sewer force main extension on Elm Street

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission approved several permits and continued multiple public hearings. Key decisions included a Positive 2B Determination for a wetland boundary at 813 State Road, a Certificate of Compliance for Woodcock Road work, a three-year extension for Tern Lane, and a Standard Order of Conditions for a commercial access project at 80 Cross Road. Several hearings were continued to future dates due to incomplete information or pending state reviews.

• Approved Positive 2B Determination of Applicability for Saed Dib at 813 State Road (unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for Emanuel Andrade on Woodcock Road (unanimous)
• Granted three-year extension of Order of Conditions for Knowles Shore Trust on Tern Lane (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for Rockwood Apartments LLC at 80 Cross Road (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for MA Audubon invasive vegetation management to October 11, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Emanuel Andrade single-family house on Woodcock Road to September 27, 2022 (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for Scott Sylvia pool at 51 East Avenue (unanimous)
• Issued Amended Order of Conditions for Per Lofberg sewer force main on Elm Street (unanimous)

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The agenda for the Fire District #2 Prudential Committee meeting on September 12, 2022, contains illegible text regarding the specific topics to be discussed.

The Prudential Committee approved the vendor and payroll warrant, the chief's report, and minutes from two prior meetings, all by 3-0 votes. A motion to pay the acting chief $86,000 through June failed for lack of a second; instead, the committee approved extending the acting chief's position to November 1, 2022, by a 3-0 vote. Discussion also covered costly airboat repairs and Coast Guard training.

• Approved vendor and payroll warrant (3-0)
• Approved chief's report including airboat repairs and training discussion (3-0)
• Motion to pay acting chief $86,000 through June failed (no second)
• Approved extending acting chief position to November 1, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of 8/15/2022 and 8/22/2022 (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss labor collective bargaining strategy in an executive session. During the open meeting, the board will hear a request from Eversource regarding a new pole on Faunce Corner Road and review updates on various town funds.

• Eversource hearing for a new JO Pole and anchor 153169.5 on Faunce Corner Road
• Change of Manager notification for BJ's Wholesale Club
• Appointment to the South Coast Bikeway Alliance
• Updates on Mass Homeowners Assistance Fund Grants and Taxpayers Assistance Fund
• Review of Fall Town Meeting Articles

The Select Board approved several warrants totaling over $6 million, including payroll, police, DPW, school, and town expenses. They also approved a new utility pole on Faunce Corner Road, a change of manager at BJ's Wholesale Club, and appointments to various committees. The board discussed updates on tax title processes, a homeowner assistance fund, and a donation bin bylaw.

• Approved multiple warrants totaling $6,019,974.61 (unanimous)
• Approved new utility pole on Faunce Corner Road (unanimous)
• Approved change of manager at BJ's Wholesale Club (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Gauvin and Curtis Nunes to Director of Budget and Finance/Treasurer Search Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Shawn MacInnes as Select Board representative to Search Committee (unanimous)
• Approved co-offering a letter to MassDEP regarding Clarks Cove (unanimous)
• Appointed Shawn MacInnes as SRTA representative and Cody Haddad as designee (unanimous)

School Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee will meet on September 12, 2022, to conduct business including the signing of warrants for bills and payroll. The committee will also discuss the superintendent's evaluation and provide an update on student representation. Additionally, the meeting includes the introduction of new teachers.

• Signing of warrants for bills payable and payroll
• Approval of August 22, 2022, meeting minutes
• Introduction of new teachers
• Superintendent’s evaluation committee comments
• Update on student representation to the School Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee approved the minutes of the August 22, 2022 meeting and introduced new instructional hires and their mentors for the 2022-2023 school year. The committee discussed establishing a student advisory committee to comply with state law, with plans for an election of 5 members (2 seniors, 1 each from other grades). No public comments were given, and no substantive votes were taken on policy or budget items.

• Approved Regular Session Minutes of August 22, 2022 (5-0)
• Appointed Santa Mastropaolo to Food Service Operations Supervisor position
• Discussed student advisory committee formation per M.G.L. Ch 71 Section 38M
• Agreed to post for a teacher advisor for the student advisory committee

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review several demolition and renovation applications, including projects at 14 Smith Ave and 3 Cedar Ave. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Form B updates and wall demolition at 464 Elm.

• Demolition and rebuild at 14 Smith Ave
• Siding replacement at 230 Cushman Lane
• Vinyl siding installation at 354 Division Road
• Demolition at 3 Cedar Ave
• Discussion of wall demolition at 464 Elm

The Dartmouth Historical Commission approved six permits for exterior alterations at various properties, including siding, roofing, and window replacements. The commission also voted unanimously to send a letter advocating for the preservation of a historic stone wall at 464 Elm Street, which is threatened with demolition.

• Approved minutes of August 1, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Permitted Cedar Impressions vinyl siding at 230 Cushman Lane (unanimous)
• Permitted vinyl siding installation at 354 Division Road (unanimous)
• Allowed new roof, windows, and kitchen addition at 208 High Hill Rd (unanimous)
• Permitted rotted trimboard replacement and vinyl clapboard siding at 37 Gifford Av (unanimous)
• Permitted new roof, windows, and siding at 3 Cedar Ave (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter advocating preservation of stone wall at 464 Elm Street (unanimous)

Planning Board

The board will review an environmental notification for a pier extension and floating docks at 75 Gulf Street. It will also conduct a site plan review for façade improvements at Big Value Plaza Phase II. Additionally, the meeting includes a notice of intent to sell portions of land on Potomska Road.

• Pier extension and floating docks at 75 Gulf Street
• Façade improvements at Big Value Plaza Phase II (718 Dartmouth St)
• Notice of intent to sell portions of 859 Potomska Road

The Dartmouth Planning Board unanimously approved sending a letter of support for the Arthur F. Dias Landing Fixed Pier Extension & Floating Docks project, which will add 22 new boat spaces and improve accessibility. The board also approved a site plan review for facade improvements at Big Value Plaza, subject to Board of Health conditions, and recommended the Select Board not exercise right of first refusal on a Chapter 61A property sale.

• Approved sending ENF support letter for Dias Landing marina project (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Action for Big Value Plaza facade improvements with Board of Health conditions (5-0)
• Recommended Select Board not exercise right of first refusal on 859 Potomska Road property (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2022 (5-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence from Fall River, Freetown, and Westport (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review warrant articles for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting. The committee will also hear reports from department and board liaisons.

• Review of warrant articles for Fall Town Meeting
• Reports from Finance Committee Liaisons

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The committee will hear reports from various department and board liaisons and review warrant articles for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting. Any available minutes may also be approved.

• Reports from Finance Committee Liaisons for various departments and boards
• Review of warrant articles for Fall Town Meeting
• Approval of available minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss the Administrator of Assessing position and potential increases in staffing. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes and payment of bills. An executive session is scheduled to review abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding the Administrator of Assessing position
• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Payment of bills
• Executive session for abatements and exemptions

The Board of Assessors approved two invoices totaling $13,985 and voted to ask town counsel for a legal opinion on whether to release a lien on property at 219 Jordan Rd. They also discussed the vacant Administrator of Assessing position and granted one real estate abatement in executive session.

• Approved invoice 202207-08 for $3,585 and invoice 9406 for $10,400 (unanimous)
• Voted to request legal opinion on releasing a lien at 219 Jordan Rd (unanimous)
• Granted one real estate abatement after executive session (motion by Santos, seconded by Nunes)

Dartmouth Waterways Management

The Dartmouth Waterways Management Commission will meet via Zoom to review several agenda items. The commission will discuss a Memorandum of Understanding with the Park Department for CPC matching grant funds. They will also address an SEC grant application for dredging feasibility and scope, as well as Harborwalk.

• MOU with Park Dept for CPC matching grant funds
• SEC grant application for Dredging Feasibility and Scope
• Harborwalk

School Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee met to discuss setting agenda matters for the school year. No other topics were listed in this notice.

• Setting agenda matters for the school year

Community Television (DCTV)

The DCTV Board of Directors will review the cable contract and an upcoming Select Board hearing. The meeting also includes a review of the FY23 budget and various capital improvement projects.

• Cable contract discussion and September 19 Select Board hearing
• FY23 budget review
• Capital improvement projects for production truck equipment and school wiring
• DCTV Committee charge and structure

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Committee will meet to consider new business. The committee is scheduled to vote on approving out-of-state travel for student athletes.

• Vote to approve out-of-state travel for student athletes

Board of Parks & Recreation

The Board of Parks & Recreation will discuss ongoing staffing issues during this meeting. The agenda also includes a director's report and an update on the recreation center.

• Discussion of ongoing staffing issues
• Director's report
• Recreation center update

The Board discussed ongoing staffing issues with the Town Administrator, who reported no weekend help available and agreed to keep police details next summer. No new hires were approved due to budget constraints; a part-time person to train for the Foreman's role was suggested but no funding exists. The Board requested a reorganization plan by January. Minutes from five prior meetings were approved with varying votes.

• Approved April 25, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved May 16, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved June 25, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved July 5, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved August 22, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved beach cleanup at Apponagansett Park on October 9, 2022 (5-0-0)
• Adjourned at 5:50 P.M. (5-0-0)

Capital Planning Committee

The committee will hold hearings with various departments regarding capital requests, including Schools, DPW, Parks, and Town Hall. The meeting also includes possible deliberation on FY 2023 capital requests related to the Fall Town Meeting and American Rescue Plan Act.

• Hearings for department capital requests
• Possible deliberation on FY 2023 Capital Requests
• Review of American Rescue Plan Act funds

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss reorganizing its Vice Chair and Liaison roles. The meeting includes a workshop on topics such as capital project prioritization and economic development.

• Reorganization of Vice Chair and Liaisons
• Workshop on capital projects prioritization
• Workshop on State of the Town feedback
• Discussion on economic development
• Discussion on communication with Town Meeting Members

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will review Sections 1 and 2 of the town charter. The committee will also discuss options for moving forward with the charter review process.

• Review of Sections 1 and 2
• Discussion on options for proceeding with the charter review
• Approval of minutes

The committee reviewed Sections 1 and part of Section 2 of the charter, including items on hold. They will continue with Section 2 starting at 2.12 at the next meeting. Two future meetings were scheduled for September 22 and September 28 at 11:00 am. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Reviewed Sections 1 and part of Section 2 of the charter, including hold items
• Scheduled next meetings for September 22 and September 28 at 11:00 am
• Adjourned meeting unanimously via roll call vote

Board of Public Works

This is a procedural agenda for the Dartmouth Board of Public Works meeting on August 25, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials, with no specific items for decision or discussion.

The Board voted to fine the tree contractor the maximum $6,000 for removing shade trees at 464 Elm Street and lifted the hold on the homeowner's garage demolition. The board also approved administrative changes to the Director of Public Works' contract. Several items were discussed but not voted on, including bridge rehab, drought response, septic regulations, and DPW staffing.

• Approved warrants for bills payable periods ending Aug 1, 8, 15, 2022
• Approved payroll for weeks ending Jul 23, 30 and Aug 6, 13, 2022
• Approved meeting minutes of Jul 28, 2022
• Approved executive meeting minutes of Jul 28, 2022
• Fined tree contractor $6,000 for unauthorized tree removal at 464 Elm St.
• Lifted hold on homeowner's garage demolition at 464 Elm St.
• Approved administrative changes to Director of Public Works contract

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review several applications for domestic animal permits at various residential addresses. The meeting also includes discussions on subsurface sewage disposal construction permits and a MassDEP fact sheet regarding PFAS in drinking water.

• Domestic animal permit applications (goats, chickens, turkeys, rabbits)
• Report of loose horses at 842 Fisher Rd
• Sushi variance for Hissho Sushi at UMass Dartmouth
• Sewage disposal construction permit for 8 Seagull Circle
• MassDEP fact sheet regarding PFAS in drinking water

The Dartmouth Board of Health approved several domestic animal permits, including for goats, chickens, and rabbits, with some permits conditioned on follow-up meetings in November. One application for chickens, roosters, and turkeys was tabled for more information. The board also approved a septic system design plan and rescinded a restrictive covenant on a property.

• Approved full permit for 2 fixed male goats at 77 Greystone Ave (2-0)
• Tabled domestic animal permit for 15 chickens, 5 roosters, 5 turkeys at 18 Karen Lane (2-0)
• Approved full permit for 2 Nigerian Dwarf goats at 246 Rock O'Dundee Road (2-0)
• Approved permit for 3 hens and 2 roosters at 18 Milton St, conditioned on November meeting (2-0)
• Approved permit for 25 chickens, 2 female rabbits, 1 male rabbit at 334 Old Westport Rd, conditioned on November meeting (2-0)
• Approved septic system design plan at 1 Seagull Circle with Grant of Restrictive Covenant (2-0)
• Rescinded Grant of Restrictive Covenant at 996 Allen Street (2-0)

Board of Public Works

The Dartmouth Board of Public Works is meeting on August 24, 2022, with a public hearing on the agenda. The agenda includes only the hearing and meeting notice, with no other substantive items listed.

• Public hearing scheduled for August 24, 2022

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The Prudential Committee is meeting to discuss the search for a new fire chief and the related job posting. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

• Discussion of fire chief search and job posting

The Prudential Committee of Dartmouth Fire District 2 met and discussed changes to a job posting, including extending the deadline. A motion to approve the changes was passed unanimously (2-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved changes to job posting and extended deadline (2-0)

Board of Registrar of Voters

The Board of Registrars will conduct testing of ballots and machines. This testing is for use during early voting and the State Primary.

• Testing of ballots and machines for early voting and State Primary

Fire District #3

The Dartmouth Fire District No 3 Prudential Committee will discuss new service agreements for legal counsel and communications. The meeting also includes reviews of financial reports and capital improvement projects for Station 2 and Station 3.

• Service agreement with Hague, Sahady & Co., PC
• Service agreement with Cyber Communications Inc
• Final payment request for Station 3 Bathroom Renovation punch list
• Station 2 Roof Replacement Project memorandum of agreement
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2023 encumbrance requests

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several development proposals involving residential subdivisions and single-family homes near wetlands. The agenda also includes discussions regarding wetland bylaw revisions and the introduction of a new DNRT Executive Director.

• Proposed 7-lot residential subdivision off Bakerville Road
• Proposal for commercial access, parking, and stormwater basins at 80 Cross Road
• Request to raze an existing dwelling and construct a new home at 818 Reed Road
• Proposed in-ground pool and patio installation at 51 East Avenue
• Discussion regarding wetland bylaw and regulation revisions

The Commission approved a Standard Order of Conditions for a 7-lot residential subdivision within the 100-foot Buffer Zone to a Bordering Vegetated Wetland off Bakerville Road (DEP File #15-2634), with a special condition requiring erosion control measures. Several other public hearings were continued to September 13 or 27, 2022, including a proposed commercial access and parking lot at 80 Cross Road and a single-family home at 818 Reed Road. The Commission also approved minutes, field trip reports, and a minor field change for a bay window at 20 Spinnaker Drive.

• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for 7-lot subdivision off Bakerville Road (unanimous)
• Continued Request for Determination at 813 State Road to September 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Certificate of Compliance on Woodcock Road to September 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Rockwood Apartments at 80 Cross Road to September 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for single-family home at 818 Reed Road with 10 special conditions (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Emanuel Andrade on Woodcock Road to September 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Scott Sylvia at 51 East Avenue to September 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Antone Fernandes on Ledgemont Lane to September 27, 2022 (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the Apotho Therapeutics Retail Marijuana Host Community Agreement and provide updates on the CZM Seawall Design Grant. The board will also hold an executive session regarding contract negotiations for the Harbormaster and DPW Director. Additionally, the agenda includes a drought update from the Department of Public Works.

• Apotho Therapeutics Retail Marijuana Host Community Agreement
• DPW Director Contract Ratification
• CZM Seawall Design Grant Update
• Appointment of VFW Change of Manager
• Harbormaster's contract negotiations

The Select Board voted 4-1 to approve a Retail Marijuana Host Community Agreement with Apotho Therapeutics, allowing a retail operation at their Route 6 site. The board also unanimously approved a change of manager for the VFW, a memorial bench for Bill Mosher, and a contract appointing Tim Barber as DPW Director. A level III critical drought warning was reported, and the board discussed updates on the CZM Seawall Design Grant and the Indigenous Peoples History and Culture Working Group.

• Approved Change of Manager for VFW (Joseph Toomey Jr.) unanimously
• Approved Retail Marijuana Host Community Agreement with Apotho Therapeutics (4-1, Shawn McDonald against)
• Approved Bill Mosher memorial bench unanimously
• Approved DPW Director contract appointing Tim Barber unanimously
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

School Committee

The committee will consider votes to revise the student handbook regarding athletics and cell phone practices. The agenda also includes updates on school security, allergy awareness, and summer maintenance projects.

• Vote to approve athletics revisions to the Student Handbook
• Vote to approve cell phone practice revisions to the Student Handbook
• Update on School Security and Allergy Awareness
• Update on Maintenance/Custodial Summer Projects
• Discussion of a working group regarding Dartmouth History

The Dartmouth School Committee met on August 22, 2022, and discussed COVID-19 masking guidance, noting that masks are encouraged but not required except in the nurse's office. The Chair proposed adding the Superintendent's Evaluation to the next meeting agenda, and members agreed. The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. with a unanimous 5-0 vote.

• Agreed to add Superintendent's Evaluation discussion to next meeting agenda
• Adjourned from Open Session at 6:30 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Parks & Recreation

The Board of Parks & Recreation will discuss an Open Meeting complaint and its response. The agenda also includes a Director's Report and an update on the Rec Center.

• Discussion of Open Meeting complaint and response
• Director's Report
• Rec Center update

The Board of Parks and Recreation voted 3-0 to authorize the Director to contact GAF Engineering to re-survey the Round Hill Beach property line abutting Meadow Shores, using a prior survey as reference. The Board also authorized the Director to respond to an Open Meeting complaint regarding a July 5 Executive Session. The Select Board has authorized $1 million from ARPA funds for the design of a town recreation center, and a bid for architects will be advertised.

• Authorized Director to respond to Open Meeting complaint (3-0)
• Approved survey of Round Hill Beach property line by GAF Engineering (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 P.M. (3-0)

Dartmouth Housing Authority Agenda

The Dartmouth Housing Authority will review fiscal year end certifications and operating statements for June 30, 2022. The board will also consider a contract rent increase at Munroe Terrace and an updated emergency evacuation policy.

• Munroe Terrace contract rent increase from $1,330 to $1,369
• FY22 fiscal year end forms and certifications
• Coastline Elderly Services, Inc. Memorandum of Understanding
• Updated Emergency Evacuation Policy
• Regional Legal Services Program Housing Authority Participation Agreement

The board unanimously approved the FY22 Fiscal Year-End Forms and Certifications, the updated Emergency Evacuation Policy and Memorandum of Understanding with Coastline Elderly Services, and the Regional Legal Services Program Participation Agreement. A proposed Munroe Terrace contract rent increase from $1,330 to $1,369 was discussed but no motion was made. The DMH project remains pending with no timeline change.

• Approved June 13, 2022, minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director's Report and June/July bank balances (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 Fiscal Year-End Forms and Certifications (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Emergency Evacuation Policy and authorized Executive Director to sign Coastline Elderly Services MOU (unanimous)
• Approved Regional Legal Services Program Participation Agreement and authorized Chair to sign (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for October 17, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings for a new subdivision on Jason Drive and site plan reviews for Rockwood Apartments at 80 Cross Road. The agenda also includes administrative items regarding lot releases and pier extensions.

• Windsong Acres 5-lot subdivision off Jason Dr.
• Rockwood Apartments Special Permit and Site Plan Review at 80 Cross Road
• Lot Release Request for 433 Faunce Corner Road
• Pier extension and floating docks at 75 Gulf Street

The Board approved a Special Permit and Site Plan Review for a 24-unit apartment complex at 80 Cross Road, allowing 46 parking spaces instead of the required 48. The project also received waivers for landscaped island design and wetland offsets. The Board continued the Windsong Acres subdivision hearing to September 26 and released a lot at 433 Faunce Corner Road.

• Approved Special Permit and Site Plan Review for Rockwood Apartments, 24 units at 80 Cross Road (4-0-1, O'Neil recused)
• Granted parking waiver for 46 spaces instead of required 48 (4-0-1)
• Continued Windsong Acres 5-lot subdivision hearing to September 26, 2022 (5-0)
• Released Lot 4 at 433 Faunce Corner Road (4-0-1, O'Neil recused)
• Approved minutes from six prior meetings (5-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence (5-0)
• Voted to continue Zoom meetings through end of 2022 (5-0)
• Invited Harbormaster and stakeholders to discuss Dias Landing pier expansion (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold discussions regarding the Administrator of Assessing position and potential increases to staffing levels. The meeting also includes an executive session to review abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding the Administrator of Assessing position
• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Executive Session for abatements and exemptions
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Payment of bills

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss reorganizing its Vice Chair and Liaisons. A workshop is also scheduled to cover capital projects, economic development, and feedback on the State of the Town presentation.

• Reorganization of Vice Chair and Liaisons
• Workshop on capital project prioritization
• Discussion on economic development
• Feedback on State of the Town Presentation

Cultural Council

The council will discuss proposed changes to the 2023 program guidelines and funding priorities. Members will also vote on a new Secretary and consider nominations for new committee members. Additionally, the council will decide whether to use direct payments or a reimbursement process for grants.

• Vote to accept December 2, 2021 minutes
• Election of a new Secretary to replace Donna Huse
• Review of proposed changes to DCC Program Guidelines
• Decision on direct payment versus reimbursement process
• Call for nominations for new Committee members

The Dartmouth Cultural Council approved Carol Bliven as a new member (6-0) and elected Tony Miraglia as secretary. They decided to continue reimbursement-based grant payments rather than switching to direct payment. The council discussed updating program guidelines and priorities, with Karen preparing a draft for member feedback.

• Approved Carol Bliven as new member (6-0)
• Elected Tony Miraglia as secretary
• Decided to continue reimbursement-based payments
• Approved minutes of Dec 2, 2021 as written

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The Prudential Committee will review financial warrants, treasurer reports, and maintenance updates for equipment and buildings. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Fire Chief contract negotiations and the job posting for a new Fire Chief.

• Fire Chief Contract Negotiations
• Fire Chief Search/Job Posting
• Approval of June 6, June 13, and July 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Vendor and Payroll Warrants

The Prudential Committee approved the vendor and payroll warrant and the chief's report, and voted to extend the acting chief's position through October 1, 2022. They also voted to post the fire chief job on Mass Municipal with a three-week application window from August 16 to September 6, 2022. Minutes from June 6 and June 13, 2022 were accepted and approved.

• Approved vendor and payroll warrant (3-0)
• Approved chief's report (3-0)
• Voted to extend acting chief position through October 1, 2022 (3-0)
• Voted to post fire chief job on Mass Municipal, deadline 8/16/22 to 9/6/22 (3-0)
• Accepted and approved minutes of 6/6/22 and 6/13/22

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes and process bill payments. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Administrator of Assessing position and increasing staff levels. An executive session is scheduled to review abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding the Administrator of Assessing position
• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Executive Session for abatements and exemptions
• Payment of bills

The Board of Assessors approved minutes from July 21, 2021, and August 4, 2022. No bills were paid. The board discussed the potential cost of outsourcing all assessing functions, continued talks on increasing staffing, and addressed the vacant Administrator of Assessing position. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved meeting minutes from July 21, 2021 and August 4, 2022
• No payment of bills
• Discussed outsourcing cost for all assessing functions
• Discussed increasing staffing
• Discussed vacant Administrator of Assessing position

Community Television (DCTV)

The DCTV Board of Directors will meet to discuss the cable contract and an upcoming Select Board hearing. The agenda also includes a review of the FY23 budget and potential capital improvement projects.

• Cable Contract and September 19, 2022, Select Board hearing
• FY23 Budget Review
• Capital improvements for production truck equipment and school/stadium wiring
• DCTV Committee Charge and Structure review

Finance Committee

The committee will reorganize its Chair, Vice Chair, and Liaisons. A workshop is planned to discuss various topics, including ARPA funds monitoring, the Master Plan, and capital project prioritization.

• Reorganization of Chair, Vice Chair, and Liaisons
• Workshop on ARPA funds spending monitoring
• Discussion regarding the Master Plan
• Review of debt service and borrowing
• Discussion of capital project prioritization

The Finance Committee elected Robert Gauvin as Chair, replacing Teresa Hamm, and voted him as its representative to the Search Committee for the new Budget & Finance Director. The committee discussed the upcoming Fall Town Meeting, ARPA fund spending, and the proposed Community Center, with several members expressing concerns about the project's cost and process. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Elected Robert Gauvin as Chair (unanimous)
• Voted Gauvin as FinCom representative to Budget & Finance Director Search Committee (one abstention)
• Tabled reorganization of liaison positions until all members present
• Scheduled special meeting week of Aug 22-27 to discuss Fall Town Meeting warrant articles

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will meet to appoint a new Vice-Chair following a resignation. The committee will also review all proposed charter revisions and substantial changes to date. Additionally, members will discuss options for moving forward with the charter review process.

• Appointment of a new Vice-Chair
• Review of all proposed charter revisions to date
• Review of proposed substantial changes to the Charter
• Discussion on options for moving forward with the charter review

The Dartmouth Charter Review Committee voted unanimously to appoint Shawn McDonald as Vice-Chair following a resignation. The committee also discussed charter revisions, including sending the charter and holds to a consultant for opinion, and requested the Town Administrator arrange a meeting with the Collins Center. Minutes from January 12, 2022 were approved unanimously.

• Appointed Shawn McDonald as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Requested Town Administrator arrange meeting with Collins Center
• Discussed sending charter and holds to consultant for opinion

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to reorganize its Chair, Vice Chair, and Liaisons. The committee also plans to discuss the Fall schedule and hold a workshop covering topics such as ARPA funds monitoring and capital projects.

• Reorganization of Chair, Vice Chair, and Liaisons
• Discussion of Fall schedule
• Monitoring of ARPA funds spending
• Capital projects prioritization discussion
• Master Plan discussion

Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will discuss various updates regarding the implementation of the Padanaram Harbor Management Plan. Topics include the MVP Grant, WQ, and marina status. The committee also intends to approve minutes from May 25 and July 7, 2022.

• Approval of May 25, 2022 and July 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• MVP Grant update
• Docks/Piers Focus Group update
• Marina update
• CZM “Stormwater Solutions for Homeowners” website discussion

The Dartmouth Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee met on August 10, 2022, and approved minutes from two prior meetings. They discussed the rejection of an MVP Action Grant application, water quality sensor updates, and progress on docks and marina projects. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes of May 25, 2022 meeting (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of July 7, 2022 meeting (all in favor)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will review the roles of trustees and the library director. They will also discuss updates on the long-range plan, Southworth Wi-Fi upgrades, and solar panels.

• Long Range Plan Status
• Southworth Wi-Fi Upgrade Status
• Branch Solar Panel Update
• Review of Director's use of State Aid Funds
• Review Library Director Job Description

The Board of Library Trustees voted to amend the $5,000 cap on individual invoices for state aid use, allowing the chair to approve in emergencies. They also delayed approval of the June and July financial reports until September, and discussed the director's job description and long-range plan.

• Approved amendment to $5,000 cap for state aid invoices, with chair approval in emergencies (unanimous)
• Delayed approval of June financial report until September (unanimous)
• Delayed approval of July financial report until September (unanimous)
• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July special meeting minutes (unanimous)

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The committee will meet to vote on an updated 2022-23 school calendar and the designation of equipment as surplus. The agenda also includes reports on personnel changes and a discussion regarding collective bargaining strategy.

• Vote to approve the updated 2022-23 school calendar
• Vote to designate equipment as surplus
• Report on personnel appointments, retirements, or resignations
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with GNBEU

Conservation Commission

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission will review several requests regarding residential construction and wetland boundary determinations. Public hearings are scheduled for an offshore data collection buoy in Buzzards Bay and various property improvements. The commission will also discuss wetland bylaw revisions and environmental sampling updates.

• Public hearing for a one-year offshore data collection buoy deployment in Buzzards Bay
• Public hearing for a new single-family residence at 818 Reed Road
• Public hearing for subsurface sewerage system repairs at 14 Smith Avenue
• Request for garage and porch addition at 15 Sherbrooke Road
• Discussion of wetland bylaw and regulation revisions

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission approved several Orders of Conditions, including a one-year offshore data collection buoy for EOM Offshore, a septic system replacement for Charles Ashdown, and a wetland restoration plan for Gerard Forand. It also issued Negative 2 Determinations of Applicability for a garage/porch addition and continued several other applications. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Negative 2 Determination for garage/porch addition at 15 Sherbrooke Rd (unanimous)
• Continued wetland boundary approval for 813 State Rd to Aug 23 (unanimous)
• Issued Complete Certificates of Compliance for 79 Milton St and 1190 Russells Mills Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Order of Conditions for EOM Offshore buoy with 9 special conditions (unanimous)
• Continued Mass Audubon invasive vegetation plan to Sep 13 (unanimous)
• Approved Order of Conditions for septic replacement at 14 Smith Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Order of Conditions for wetland restoration at 457 Russells Mills Rd with 8 special conditions (unanimous)
• Continued new home construction at 818 Reed Rd to Aug 23 (unanimous)

Select Board

This Select Board meeting agenda contains only one item: the approval of executive session minutes. No other business is listed, so the meeting is largely procedural.

• Executive Session Minutes approval

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss ARPA funding and a proposed fee increase for Town Counsel. The meeting also includes the ratification of a memorandum of understanding with United Steelworkers and an appointment for an interim Director of Budget and Finance.

• Approval of Town Clerk election warrant
• Discussion regarding ARPA funding
• Proposed Town Counsel fee increase
• Ratification of United Steelworkers Memorandum of Understanding
• Eversource pole hearing on Faunce Corner Road

The Select Board unanimously approved over $2 million in ARPA funding for multiple recreation and public works projects, including $1.192M for a Recreation Center Design & Engineering, $460,000 for tennis/basketball/pickleball court renovations, and $330,000 for pickleball courts. The board also appointed Gary Carreiro as Interim Director of Budget and Finance, approved a $50/hour increase for Town Counsel, and ratified a memorandum of understanding with the Steelworkers union.

• Approved ARPA funding for 7 DPW projects including emergency generators, blowers, and SCADA upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved $1,192,000 for Recreation Center Design & Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved $460,000 for DRPT Tennis/Basketball/Pickleball Court Renovation (unanimous)
• Approved $330,000 for Russell Mills Road Pickleball Courts (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 for High School Tennis Court Reconstruction (unanimous)
• Appointed Gary Carreiro as Interim Director of Budget and Finance (unanimous)
• Approved $50/hour increase to Town Counsel hourly rate, to $275/hour (unanimous)
• Approved Election Warrant for Town Clerk (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss increasing staff levels. The board will also enter an executive session to review submitted abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Executive session for abatements and exemptions
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Payment of bills

The Board of Assessors approved the payment of invoice #202202 for $5,325.00 and signed the commitment and warrant for a supplemental tax bill of $33,098.63. They also signed a special warrant for parcel 47112 in the amount of $1,554.04 and a commitment and warrant for motor vehicle commitment four. The board discussed a letter from Howard Greenspan regarding the removal of the Administrator of Assessing position from the United Steelworkers Union, determining that pursuing a petition would not be in the town's best interest due to significant legal costs and low likelihood of success. No executive session was held.

• Approved payment of invoice #202202 for $5,325.00
• Signed commitment and warrant for supplemental tax bill of $33,098.63
• Signed special warrant on parcel 47112 for $1,554.04
• Signed commitment and warrant for motor vehicle commitment four
• Signed release of tax lien and a lien regarding parcels 67121 and 7212
• Decided not to pursue petition regarding Administrator of Assessing position due to legal costs

Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee

The Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee will discuss funding for consulting services and the creation of RFP/RFQ documents. The meeting also includes discussions regarding future meetings with vendors Fujitsu Network Communications and Tekniam.

• Approval of May 31 and June 21, 2022 minutes
• Funding for consulting services
• RFP/RFQ process and document creation
• Meetings with vendors Fujitsu Network Communications and Tekniam

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding various proposals. The meeting also includes a financial report and discussions regarding recommendations for the Town Warrant.

• Public hearing on proposals
• Recommendations for Town Warrant
• Financial report

The Dartmouth Community Preservation Committee met on August 2, 2022, and the minutes record only procedural items: approval of minutes, review of invoices and correspondence, a public hearing on proposals, a financial report, and discussion of recommendations for the Town Warrant. No substantive decisions or votes on specific projects are recorded in the minutes.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting
• Reviewed invoices and correspondence
• Held public hearing on proposals
• Reviewed financial report
• Discussed recommendations for Town Warrant

Dartmouth Waterways Management

The Dartmouth Waterways Management Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Community Preservation Committee. The purpose is to allow commission members to participate in a public hearing and discussion concerning a grant funding request for the Arthur F. Dias Landing expansion.

• Public hearing regarding Arthur F. Dias Landing expansion
• Grant funding request for a small craft/dinghy marina

Historical Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Dartmouth Historical Commission. The agenda contains only the agenda document and meeting materials, with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.

The Dartmouth Historical Commission approved the demolition of the house at 2 Gladys St., citing severe water damage and uninhabitable conditions, with the understanding that no immediate rebuilding would occur. The commission also unanimously approved several exterior renovation projects, including siding and window replacements, and voted to draft a letter of support for a burial request at Whalen-King Cemetery.

• Approved demolition of 2 Gladys St. house (unanimous)
• Approved vinyl siding replacement at 24 Emmett Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved window replacement at 30 Donald St. (unanimous)
• Approved amended siding permit at S Bonneau Court (unanimous)
• Approved window replacement at 28 Prospect St. (unanimous)
• Approved siding replacement at 132 Stackhouse St. (unanimous)
• Approved porch addition at 2 Solemar (unanimous)
• Approved siding replacement at 41 McCormick (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review recent bills, payrolls, and meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding a water and sewer line extension at 601 Old Westport Road and tree removal at 464 Elm Street. Additionally, the board will consider engineering service agreements for the water system.

• Discussion of water and sewer line extension at 601 Old Westport Road
• Discussion of public shade tree removal at 464 Elm Street
• Approval of Weston & Sampson agreement for water system evaluation
• Approval of Stantec proposal for Smith Neck Rd Tank asset management services
• Approval of warrants for bills payable and payrolls

The Board of Public Works approved two engineering contracts: a $78,500 agreement with Weston & Sampson for a water system evaluation and master plan, and a $12,000 agreement with Stantec to assist with rewriting specifications for the Smith Neck Road tank project. The board also discussed the unauthorized removal of 12 public shade trees at 464 Elm Street, with a fine to be issued and a replanting plan required. No action was taken on the tree issue, and the project remains on hold pending a public hearing.

• Approved Weston & Sampson agreement for water system evaluation and master plan, not to exceed $78,500
• Approved Stantec proposal for RFP assistance on Smith Neck Rd tank, not to exceed $12,000
• Approved warrants for bills payable periods ending June 21, 27, July 11, 18, 25, 2022
• Approved payroll for weeks ending June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 2022
• Approved meeting minutes of June 23 and June 30, 2022
• Adjourned to executive session

Council on Aging

The July 26, 2022, meeting agenda for the Dartmouth Council on Aging consists of procedural items. The document lists the election of officers, but other listed topics are illegible.

• Election of officers

The Dartmouth Council on Aging Board of Directors unanimously approved the May 31, 2022 minutes and accepted officers for the 2022-2025 term. The board discussed the budget, outreach position applicants, and CORI checks, and placed holds on changing the board size from 9 to 7 members and on restarting day care. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 31, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted officers for 2022-2025: Alison Nastanski (Chair), Patricia Jeffries Zukowski (Vice-Chair), Eleanor J. White (Secretary) (unanimous)
• Placed hold on changing board membership from 9 to 7
• Placed hold on restarting day care

Board of Health

The Board of Health is reviewing several applications for subsurface sewage disposal construction permits. These applications include requests for regulatory waivers regarding setbacks and hole counts.

• Permit application for 7 Fernandes Way involving a waiver for deep holes
• Permit application for 670 Hixville Rd including a groundwater depth waiver
• Permit application for 47 Rock O’Dundee Rd with wetland setback waivers
• Permit application for 12 Melnic Lane regarding soil absorption system setbacks

The Dartmouth Board of Health approved all four septic system design plans on the agenda, each with specific conditions such as effluent filters or setback reductions. All votes were unanimous among the two present members, with one member absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved septic design at 7 Fernandes Way by GTA Engineering (2-0)
• Approved septic design at 670 Hixville Rd by Zenith Consulting Engineers with restrictive covenant and effluent filter advisory (2-0)
• Approved septic design at 47 Rock O'Dundee Rd by Site Design Engineering with effluent tee filter advisory (2-0)
• Approved septic design at 12 Melnic Lane by Charon Associates (2-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several requests for wetland boundary determinations and septic system installations. Public hearings are also scheduled to discuss a residential subdivision, an offshore buoy deployment, and invasive species management.

• Proposed 7-lot residential subdivision off Bakerville Road
• Offshore data collection buoy deployment in Buzzards Bay
• Septic system installation at 12 Melnic Lane
• Invasive vegetation management at Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary
• Wetland bylaw and regulation revisions

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission approved an Amended Order of Conditions for Sabrina's Landing, LLC to correct drainage issues at Detention Basin No. 1, with work to be completed by October 28, 2022. The commission also issued orders of conditions for a single-family residence and a wetland restoration, and granted several certificates of compliance and continuances.

• Approved Amended Order of Conditions for Sabrina's Landing drainage fix (unanimous)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for Southcoast, Inc. single-family residence (unanimous)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for Bancroft wetland restoration (unanimous)
• Approved Negative 3 Determination for Atkinson septic system (unanimous)
• Approved Extension Permit for Round Hill Community Corp. pond maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved Complete Certificate of Compliance for Pacheco (unanimous)
• Approved Complete Certificate of Compliance for Rheaume/Gellman (unanimous)
• Approved Complete Certificate of Compliance for Barrett (unanimous)

Select Board

This meeting agenda contains only one item: the review of executive session minutes from the same date. No other business is listed, so the meeting appears to be limited to procedural approval of those minutes.

• Review of executive session minutes dated 07-25-2022

Select Board

The Select Board will hold an executive session regarding the Finance Director contract. The open meeting includes a hearing for a fuel storage tank application and updates on water rates and ARPA funding. The board will also review committee appointments and liquor licenses.

• Hearing: Above Ground Fuel Storage Tank - Lansing Building Products
• One Day Liquor License for Dartmouth Cultural Council
• Water Rate Increases update
• ARPA Funding discussion
• Opioid Settlement Update

The Select Board unanimously approved using ARPA funds for the purchase of property at 245 Russells Mills Road ($290,000), a Town website upgrade ($60,000), and an HVAC upgrade project for multiple schools ($684,386). They also approved an above-ground fuel storage tank application for Lansing Building Products, a one-day liquor license for the Dartmouth Cultural Council, and established a process to designate one board member to approve one-day licenses. The board discussed but did not vote on water and sewer rate increases, requesting the Board of Public Works explain the need.

• Approved ARPA funding for Russells Mills Road property purchase ($290,000) (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA funding for Town website upgrade ($60,000) (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA funding for HVAC upgrade at multiple schools ($684,386) (unanimous)
• Approved above-ground fuel storage tank application for Lansing Building Products (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Dartmouth Cultural Council (unanimous)
• Established process to designate one board member for one-day license approvals (unanimous)
• Nominated Shawn McDonald as approval authority for one-day licenses (unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Toomey to Veterans Advisory Board and Bruce Brooks to Agricultural Preservation Trust Committee (unanimous)

School Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee will discuss the superintendent's evaluation and maintenance project updates. The committee will also hold a motion and vote regarding the South Coast Educational Collaborative Capital Reserve Fund.

• Motion and vote on South Coast Educational Collaborative (S.C.E.C.) Capital Reserve Fund
• Superintendent's Evaluation Presentation
• Update on maintenance projects
• Approval of June 27, 2022 meeting minutes

The Dartmouth School Committee tabled a vote on the South Coast Educational Collaborative's Capital Reserve Fund motion to the next meeting, after members raised questions and requested more information. The committee also approved the June 27, 2022 regular and executive session minutes, and received updates on summer projects, a new transportation parent app, and a $72,000 DESE grant.

• Approved Regular Session Minutes of June 27, 2022 (3-0, Jenkins abstained)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes of June 27, 2022 (3-0, Jenkins abstained)
• Tabled S.C.E.C. Capital Reserve Fund motion to next meeting
• Adjourned from Open Session at 5:48 p.m. (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site plan review for an office development project at 433 Faunce Corner Road. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April and May 2022 and a review of legal notices.

• Site plan review for 433 Faunce Corner Road office development
• Approval of April 25, 2022, and May 9, 2022, minutes
• Review of legal notices from Fall River, Freetown, and Westport

The Dartmouth Planning Board approved the site plan review for a 6,437-square-foot office building at 433 Faunce Corner Road, with administrative management of final details by Planning Director Christine O'Grady. The vote was unanimous (3-0-1) with Vice Chair Christopher O'Neil recusing himself. The board also accepted and filed minutes from April 25 and May 9, 2022, and acknowledged correspondence from Fall River, Freetown, and Westport.

• Approved site plan review for 433 Faunce Corner Road office development (3-0-1, O'Neil recused)
• Accepted and filed minutes from April 25 and May 9, 2022 (4-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence from Fall River, Freetown, and Westport (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:30 pm (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes and process bill payments. The agenda includes discussions regarding increasing staff levels and the Fentress First Right of Refusal. An executive session is scheduled to review abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Discussion of Fentress First Right of Refusal
• Executive session for abatements and exemptions
• Payment of bills

The Board of Assessors approved meeting minutes from June 30, 2022, and approved payments to Paul Bergman ($4,095.00) and Joseph Roche (invoice 202201, $5,550.00). They voted not to exercise their first right of refusal on parcel 28/28. No new business was discussed, and the next meeting was set for August 4, 2022.

• Approved June 30, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved payment of $4,095.00 to Paul Bergman
• Approved payment of $5,550.00 to Joseph Roche (invoice 202201)
• Voted not to exercise first right of refusal on parcel 28/28

Fire District #3

The Prudential Committee will review financial reports, including cash receipts and payroll warrants. The meeting also includes discussions on capital improvement projects for Station 2 and Station 3.

• Station 3 Bathroom Renovation final payment request
• Station 3 breaker relocation
• Station 2 Roof Replacement Project
• Station 2 granite post and stump removal
• Approval of bank statement reconciliations

Finance Committee

The committee will review a line item transfer request for legal services and receive reports from various department and board liaisons. The meeting also includes the approval of available minutes.

• Line item transfer request for legal services
• Reports from Finance Committee Liaisons for various departments and boards

The Finance Committee unanimously approved a $45,000 line item transfer to cover legal services overages, primarily for Bliss Corner contamination paperwork. The committee also discussed library budget overages, water and sewer rate increases, and staffing challenges. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $45,000 line item transfer for Legal Services (unanimous)
• Noted water rates raised 4% and sewer rates 9% effective July 1
• Noted Timothy Barber appointed as Director of Public Works

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will hear reports from various department and board liaisons. The committee will also consider a line item transfer request for legal services.

• Line item transfer request for legal services
• Reports from Finance Committee Liaisons for various departments and boards

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes and process bill payments. The board also plans to discuss increasing staff levels and the Fentress First Right of Refusal. An executive session will be held to review abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Discuss Fentress First Right of Refusal
• Payment of bills
• Review of abatements and exemptions in executive session

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees is meeting to discuss new business. The agenda includes addressing the payment for the Town's portion of a water leak bill at the branch.

• Payment for Town portion of Branch Water Leak Bill

The Board of Library Trustees voted unanimously to pay the town's portion of the branch water leak repair bill using accumulated state aid, and separately approved covering the library's current budget deficit of $15,779 (with up to $17,000 authorized for expected additional invoices) from state aid. Both motions passed 6-0.

• Approved payment for town's portion of branch water leak bill using accumulated state aid (6-0)
• Approved covering library budget deficit of $15,779 from state aid (6-0)
• Amended motion to approve up to $17,000 from state aid for deficit, including expected invoices (6-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will conduct reviews of project applications. The meeting also includes a review of invoices and correspondence, as well as committee elections.

• Project application reviews
• Committee elections
• Review of invoices and correspondence

The Dartmouth Community Preservation Committee met on July 12, 2022, and the minutes record only procedural items: approval of minutes, review of invoices and correspondence, project application reviews, and elections. No substantive decisions or vote tallies are recorded in the minutes.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting
• Reviewed invoices and correspondence
• Reviewed project applications
• Held elections

Conservation Commission

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission will hold a remote meeting on July 12, 2022. The agenda includes public hearings for a residential subdivision off Bakerville Road and commercial access construction at 80 Cross Road. The commission will also discuss wetland bylaw revisions.

• 7-lot residential subdivision proposed off Bakerville Road
• Commercial access, parking lot, and stormwater basins for Rockwood Apartments LLC at 80 Cross Road
• Request to construct a 12’ x 10’ shed and trim vegetation on Wolcott Road
• Temporary deployment of an offshore data collection buoy in Buzzards Bay
• Revisions to the Wetland Bylaw & Regulation

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission approved an Enforcement Order with a Cease-and-Desist for David Vermette at 0 Grow Street, citing violations of DEP permit #15-2620, including dumping rocks and boulders on the wetland side of a silt fence. The commission also continued several public hearings, including the Rockwood Apartments project, Sabrina's Landing drainage modifications, Bliss Investors subdivision, EOM Offshore buoy deployment, and Bancroft after-the-fact restoration, all to later dates. A Negative 2 Determination of Applicability was issued for a shed and vegetation trimming at Wolcott Road with conditions.

• Approved Enforcement Order with Cease-and-Desist for 0 Grow Street (5-0-1, Kehoe recused)
• Issued Negative 2 Determination of Applicability for Wolcott Holdings shed with conditions (unanimous)
• Continued Rockwood Apartments hearing to August 23, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Sabrina's Landing hearing to July 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Bliss Investors subdivision hearing to July 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued EOM Offshore buoy hearing to July 26, 2022 (5-0-1, Wilbur recused)
• Continued Bancroft after-the-fact NOI hearing to July 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes and field trip reports (unanimous)

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The committee will discuss the Fire Chief job description and the search for a new chief. The agenda also includes reviewing warrants, treasurer reports, and maintenance updates.

• Fire Chief job description and search process
• Vendor and payroll warrants
• Treasurer’s report
• Equipment and building maintenance
• Insurance policy renewals

The Prudential Committee voted to increase medical liability coverage from $200,000 to $500,000 per incident and switch the credit card to the acting chief's name. They also approved a motion to finalize and post the fire chief job description, with the residency requirement possibly waived. The vendor and payroll warrants were reviewed and signed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Increased medical liability coverage to $500,000 per incident
• Switched credit card to acting chief's name
• Approved motion to finalize and post fire chief job description (3-0)
• Reviewed and signed vendor warrant
• Reviewed and signed payroll warrant

Select Board

This Select Board agenda contains only one item: the approval of executive session minutes from the same date. No public business, decisions, or discussions are listed, making this a purely procedural meeting.

• Approval of executive session minutes dated 07-11-2022

Select Board

This Select Board meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting.

The Dartmouth Select Board unanimously approved conditional offers of employment for four police officer candidates to fill current and upcoming vacancies. The board also approved one-day alcohol licenses for DNRT and Battleship Harley Davidson, conservation fee increases, a $45,000 transfer to the legal account, and a three-year contract for Cody Haddad as Assistant Town Administrator. Several appointments were made to town committees.

• Approved conditional employment offers for police officers Bates, Letton, Sodeinde, Alami (unanimous)
• Approved one-day alcohol licenses for DNRT (3 events) and Battleship Harley Davidson (4 events) (unanimous)
• Approved conservation fee increases (unanimous)
• Approved $45,000 transfer to legal account (unanimous)
• Recommended signing Assistant Town Administrator contract for Cody Haddad, 3 years at $98,000/$100,940/$103,968.20 (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Roy to Cornell Pond Advisory Board, Susan Crosby and Andrew Garcia to Police Station Use Review Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Bruce Brooks to Capital Planning Committee (3-0-1, Silva Brooks abstained)
• Approved June 6, 2022 minutes as amended and June 13, 2022 minutes as written (unanimous)

Historical Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Dartmouth Historical Commission meeting on July 11, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials as items, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

• Agenda document (7-11-22.PDF)
• Meeting materials document (7-11-22 MEETING MATERIALS.PDF)

The Dartmouth Historical Commission approved window and dormer replacement at 29 Nonquitt Avenue and window and door replacement at 689 Dartmouth Street, both by unanimous votes. The meeting also included updates on fundraising and Community Preservation Committee projects, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June meeting (unanimous)
• Approved window and dormer replacement at 29 Nonquitt Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved window and door replacement at 689 Dartmouth Street (unanimous)

Planning Board

The board will hold a public hearing for the proposed Windsong Acres 5-lot subdivision off Jason Drive. Members will also conduct a site plan review for a Dunkin Donuts drive-thru at 532 Russells Mills Road. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of waterway licenses and a notice of intent to sell property.

• Public hearing for Windsong Acres 5-lot subdivision off Jason Drive
• Site plan review for Dunkin Donuts drive-thru at 532 Russells Mills Road
• Chapter 91 Waterways licenses for 568 Potomska Road and 2 Cottage Street
• Chapter 61A notice of intent to sell 1157 Russells Mills Road

The Dartmouth Planning Board denied the Site Plan Review for a proposed Dunkin Donuts drive-through at 532 Russells Mills Road, citing that the use is not permitted in the zoned district and should first go to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The board also continued the Windsong Acres subdivision hearing to July 25, 2022, and approved several administrative items, including sending letters to the DEP for Chapter 91 licenses and recommending the Town not exercise its right of first refusal on a Chapter 61A property.

• Denied Site Plan Review for Dunkin Donuts drive-through at 532 Russells Mills Road (5-0)
• Continued Windsong Acres subdivision hearing to July 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved meeting schedule for July 25, August 1 (if needed), and August 22, 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized letter to DEP for Chapter 91 license at 568 Potomska Road with signage notation (5-0)
• Authorized letter to DEP for Chapter 91 license at 2 Cottage Street (5-0)
• Recommended Town not exercise right of first refusal for 1157 Russells Mills Road, with contingencies (5-0)
• Accepted and filed minutes of March 14 and March 28, 2022 (4-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence (5-0)

Board of Health

The Board will review subsurface sewage disposal construction permits, including wetland setback waivers for 7 Karen Lane. The agenda also includes food service variance requests and domestic animal permit applications. Updates on tobacco and well regulations are scheduled.

• Sewage disposal permit and wetland setbacks for 7 Karen Lane
• Sushi variance request for Ying Dynasty
• Food manager exemption request from High Hill Fox and Coon Club
• Domestic animal permit applications for Sharp Street, Louthan Kirby Way, and Pine Island Rd
• Updates on tobacco and well regulations

The Dartmouth Board of Health approved a sushi variance for Ying Dynasty with conditions, granted a Certified Food Manager waiver to High Hill Fox and Coon Club, approved a wetlands/groundwater waiver for 27 Karen Lane, and issued domestic animal permits for three properties. The board also discussed but took no action on tobacco and well regulation updates.

• Granted sushi variance to Ying Dynasty with HACCP plan and pH log conditions (3-0)
• Approved Certified Food Manager waiver for High Hill Fox and Coon Club (3-0)
• Approved wetlands/groundwater waiver for 27 Karen Lane (2-0, Pope absent)
• Approved domestic animal permits for 92 Sharp St, 10 Louthan Kirby Way, 27 Pine Island Rd (3-0)
• Approved June 8, 2022 minutes as corrected (3-0)

Dartmouth Housing Authority Agenda

The Dartmouth Housing Authority will hold a special meeting to discuss the Mass Works Grant and its associated costs. No other substantive business is listed on this agenda.

• Discussion regarding Mass Works Grant and its cost

Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee

The Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee will meet to discuss various updates related to the Padanaram Harbor Management Plan. Discussion topics include water quality, marina updates, and progress regarding docks and piers focus groups. The committee also plans to review the Harbor Economic Analysis update.

• MVP Grant update
• Water Quality update
• Docks, Piers Focus group progress
• Marina update
• Harbor Economic Analysis update

The Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee met on July 7, 2022, and discussed updates on water quality sensors, a docks and piers focus group, and a marina grant application. No formal decisions were made; the committee voted to delay reviewing May minutes and to adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2022.

• Delayed review of May 25, 2022 minutes until next meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 5:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will review conditional employment offers for several police candidates and one-day alcohol licenses. An executive session is scheduled to discuss bargaining strategies for various unions and town counsel fee increases. The agenda also includes updates on broadband and a housing assistance program.

• Conditional employment offers for police candidates John Bates, Drew Letton, Joel Sodeinde, and Elias Alami
• One-day alcohol licenses for DNRT and Battleship Harley Davidson
• Discussion regarding conservation fee increases
• Housing Assistance Purchase Program information session
• Strategy sessions for collective bargaining with Steelworkers and all unions

Board of Parks & Recreation

The Board of Parks & Recreation meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes instead. This is purely procedural with no decisions or discussions specified.

• No agenda items listed

The Board of Parks & Recreation met on July 5, 2022, with four members present and one absent. Town Administrator Shawn MacInnes advised the board not to enter executive session as listed on the agenda, and the board followed that advice, concluding the meeting. The board voted 4-0 to adjourn at 4:04 P.M. No substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting at 4:04 P.M. (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes and process bill payments. The board will also hold a discussion regarding increasing staffing. An executive session is scheduled to review abatements and exemptions.

• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Executive session for abatements and exemptions

The Board of Assessors approved minutes from the June 23 meeting and approved payments for building permits and a mapping update. They discussed a letter about removing the Administrator of Assessing position from a union and increasing staffing. No executive session was held.

• Approved June 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved $1,960 payment to Paul Bergman for building permits
• Approved payment to Tighe & Bond for assessing mapping update
• Set next meeting for July 14, 2022

Board of Parks & Recreation

The Dartmouth Parks & Recreation Board will hold an executive session on July 5, 2022. The meeting includes a directors review and discussion regarding the health, well-being, and safety of staff.

• Executive session for directors review
• Discussion of staff health, well-being, and safety

The Board of Parks & Recreation held an executive session on June 28, 2022, and voted unanimously to hire police details at Round Hill Beach and Jones Park for the next two weekends, pending weather conditions. This action follows reports of hostile behavior toward staff and incidents involving jet skiers at local beaches. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Hired police details at Round Hill Beach and Jones Park for next two weekends (5-0)
• Entered executive session via roll call vote (unanimous)
• Adjourned executive session via roll call vote (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet via Zoom on June 30, 2022. The agenda includes a discussion regarding water and sewer rates and the approval of a new utility layer applicant. The board may also consider the appointment of a Director of Public Works during an executive session.

• Discussion of Water & Sewer Rates
• Approval of New Utility Layer Applicant
• Possible appointment of Director of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved a 9% increase to sewer rates and a 4% increase to water rates, effective as of the meeting. The sewer increase was driven by a permanent loss of revenue from UMASS Dartmouth and other factors, while the water increase was smaller. The board also discussed but did not approve a new utility layer applicant, deferring action until the next meeting.

• Approved 9% sewer rate increase (unanimous)
• Approved 4% water rate increase (unanimous)
• Deferred approval of new utility layer applicant pending completion of paperwork

Dartmouth Democratic Town Committee

The Dartmouth Democratic Town Committee will host a presentation by Louro Gordner regarding the Community Electricity Aggregation Program. The session will cover program specifics and potential climate-related benefits from increased participation.

• Presentation on the Community Electricity Aggregation Program

Board of Parks & Recreation

The Dartmouth Parks & Recreation Board will hold an executive session to discuss the well-being of personnel following hostile acts against town park staff. The meeting also includes a discussion on security deployment and staffing for personnel safety.

• Emergency discussion regarding hostile acts against town park staff
• Emergency discussion regarding security deployment and staffing

Fire District #3

The Prudential Committee will review insurance renewals with Sylvia Insurance Company and a quote for a 2013 Ford F150. The meeting includes discussions on capital improvements for Station 2 and Station 3. Additionally, the committee will address union requests regarding contract negotiations.

• Insurance renewal with Sylvia Insurance Company
• Quote for 2013 Ford F150 annual premium
• Final payment request for Station 3 bathroom renovation
• Station 2 building renovation and roof replacement
• Union request to enter negotiations regarding contract holidays

Conservation Commission

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for single-family dwellings at 152 Fairway Drive and Ledgemont Lane. The commission will also review requests for garage construction, solar arrays, and utility installations within wetland buffer zones. Additionally, the commission will discuss potential revisions to wetland bylaws and regulations.

• Public hearing for a single-family dwelling at 152 Fairway Drive
• Public hearing for a single-family dwelling on Ledgemont Lane
• Request for garage construction at 5 Clarence Street
• Request for a solar array at 501 Potomska Road
• Discussion regarding revisions to the Wetland Bylaw and Regulation

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission approved several Determinations of Applicability and Orders of Conditions for projects within wetland buffer zones, including a garage, solar array, utility cable, and a new home. It also continued two public hearings and voted not to recommend the Select Board exercise its right of first refusal on a land parcel. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Negative 2 Determination for 24x24 garage at 5 Clarence St (unanimous)
• Approved Negative 3 Determination for solar array at 501 Potomska Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Negative 3 Determination for Comcast conduit at 227 Bakerville Rd (unanimous)
• Issued Complete Certificate of Compliance for 37 Rhode Island Ave (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for home at 152 Fairway Dr (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for Ledgemont Ln home to Aug 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Sabrina's Landing drainage hearing to Jul 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Voted not to recommend right of first refusal on Fentress parcel (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider one-day alcohol and entertainment licenses for upcoming local events. The agenda also includes discussing the McBratney Property Lease RFQ and the dissolution of the North Branch Library Building Committee.

• One Day Alcohol License for Dartmouth Cultural Council
• One Day Entertainment Licenses for The Stackhouse Club and Padanaram Festival
• McBratney Property Lease RFQ
• North Branch Library Building Committee Dissolution
• Veteran’s Service Officer’s Contract Ratification

The Dartmouth Select Board approved three one-day licenses, authorized an RFQ process for leasing the McBratney property, approved an owner affidavit process, ratified a Veteran's Service Officer contract, dissolved the North Branch Library Building Committee, accepted a resignation, and reappointed Historical Commission members. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved one-day alcohol license for Dartmouth Cultural Council (unanimous)
• Approved one-day entertainment licenses for The Stackhouse Club and Padanaram Festival (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with RFQ process to lease McBratney property (unanimous)
• Approved Owner Affidavit in Lieu of Site Plan Approval with GIS link, effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Ratified Veteran's Service Officer contract July 1, 2022–June 30, 2025 with salaries $53,579.40, $61,613.33, $70,858.78 (unanimous)
• Dissolved North Branch Library Building Committee (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Kate Kertcher from Youth Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Historical Commission members Robert Harding, James O'Day, Robert Smith (unanimous)

School Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee will review a presentation regarding the Superintendent’s evaluation. The meeting includes discussions on summer maintenance and custodial projects. An executive session is also scheduled to provide an update on negotiations with union personnel.

• Superintendent’s Evaluation Presentation
• Maintenance/Custodial Summer Projects discussion
• Update on negotiations with union personnel
• Approval of June 6, 2022, meeting minutes

The Dartmouth School Committee approved the June 6, 2022 regular and executive session minutes (both 4-0). The committee heard a presentation from Superintendent Gifford on the district's progress and discussed the timeline for her formal evaluation, agreeing to submit summative evaluation forms in August/September. No formal decisions were made on policy or budget items; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved Regular Session Minutes of June 6, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes of June 6, 2022, held until matters completed (4-0)
• Agreed to submit superintendent's summative evaluation forms in August/September
• Agreed to schedule an agenda-setting workshop in August or September
• Agreed to place discussion on allergy practices and facility accessibility on next agenda
• Adjourned to Executive Session for union negotiations update (4-0)

Planning Board

This is a procedural agenda for the Dartmouth Planning Board meeting on June 27, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials as items, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed. The agenda appears to be boilerplate with no substantive items listed.

The Dartmouth Planning Board unanimously approved a Special Permit and Site Plan Review for a multi-use development on Faunce Corner Road, which includes a retail marijuana facility and a warehouse/office building. The board also approved a gravel parking lot for Helfand Community Garden, endorsed an ANR plan for two lots on East River Drive, and approved a Site Plan Review for a Burger King drive-through expansion. A Site Plan Review for Dunkin Donuts was continued to July 11, 2022, and a case for Flying Starlings was referred back to the Planning Director for discussion with the Building Inspector.

• Approved Special Permit for multi-use development with retail marijuana and warehouse (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan Review for multi-use development (5-0)
• Approved gravel parking lot for Helfand Community Garden with 20-foot paved apron (5-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for 20 & 22 East River Drive (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan Review for Burger King drive-through expansion (5-0)
• Referred Flying Starlings case to Planning Director for Building Inspector discussion (5-0)
• Continued Dunkin Donuts Site Plan Review to July 11, 2022 (5-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet in executive session to discuss a variance approval for a cannabis growing facility at 155 Old Fall River Road. The meeting will also address strategy regarding potential litigation.

• Variance approval for cannabis growing facility at 155 Old Fall River Road

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss increasing staffing levels and expenses for an apartment building at 676 Dartmouth St. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes and payment of bills.

• Discussion regarding increasing staffing
• Discussion on 676 Dartmouth St expenses for apartment building
• Approval of Meeting Minutes
• Payment of Bills
• Executive Session regarding abatements and exemptions

The Board of Assessors approved meeting minutes from June 9, 2022, and approved payments to Paul Bergman ($1,780.00) and Town Bookbindery Inc. ($996.70). They discussed building permits, including a missing permit for Northeast Behavioral Health, and agreed to inspect the site. After an executive session, the board granted one real estate abatement.

• Approved June 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $1,780.00 to Paul Bergman for building permits (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $996.70 to Town Bookbindery Inc. for binding (unanimous)
• Granted 1 real estate abatement after executive session (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss stormwater bylaws and fishing rules for Padanaram Bridge. The agenda includes a public hearing on tree removal at 2 Summer Street and approvals for several annual bids. The board will also consider the appointment of a new Director of Public Works in executive session.

• Public hearing: Tree removal at 2 Summer Street
• Notice of Betterments: 559/561 State Rd
• Annual bids: DSI Phase I and Water & Sewer Division FY2023
• WPC Division bid: Sodium Hydroxide 50%
• Appointment of Director of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved warrants, payroll, and minutes, and voted on several annual bids and contracts. They approved the final stormwater bylaw revisions for submission to the EPA with the MS4 permit application, and discussed water/sewer rate increases. The board also denied a tree removal request at 2 Summer Street, voting instead to keep the tree and have the resident trim it.

• Approved warrants for bills payable periods ending May 31 and June 6, 13 & 21, 2022
• Approved payroll for weeks ending May 21 & 28 and June 4, 11 & 18, 2022
• Approved meeting minutes of May 26, 2022
• Approved stormwater bylaw revisions for submission to EPA with MS4 permit
• Denied tree removal at 2 Summer Street; voted to keep tree and have resident trim it
• Approved release of notice of betterments for 559 & 561 State Road
• Approved DSI Annual Bids excluding Traffic Marking Paint (no bidders)
• Approved Water & Sewer Div Annual Bids FY2023 and WPC Div Annual Bid for Sodium Hydroxide 50%

Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee

The Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee discussed a consulting quote from EntryPoint and decided to request $50,000 from the Select Board for consulting services. They also discussed creating an RFP for consulting services and will review other communities' RFPs. No date was set for the next meeting until after meeting with the Select Board.

• Requested $50,000 from Select Board for consulting services
• Discussed sending letter to Select Board to request meeting
• Decided to review other communities' RFPs for consulting services
• Postponed setting next meeting date until after Select Board meeting

Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee

The Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 31, 2022. The committee is also scheduled to discuss a consultant estimate and a Request for Proposals (RFP) for consulting services.

• Approval of May 31, 2022 minutes
• Discussion of consultant estimate
• Discussion of RFP for consulting services

Dartmouth Waterways Management

The commission will discuss updates on the Marina Project, including SEC grant progress and a CPC/CPA grant application due June 22, 2022. The meeting also includes updates regarding Rogers Street erosion and a response to a jersey barrier request.

• Marina Project SEC grant update with Foth
• CPC/CPA grant application due 6/22/22
• Response to Rogers Street jersey barrier request
• Erosion undermining CBC pier at Rogers Street

Dartmouth HS School Council

The Dartmouth High School Council will meet to approve minutes from the May 11th meeting. The agenda also includes the introduction of the new DHS Principal and a discussion regarding the draft 22-23 School Improvement Plan (SIP).

• Approval of May 11th meeting minutes
• Introduction of new DHS Principal
• Discussion of draft 22-23 SIP

Youth Commission

The Dartmouth Youth Commission will review previous meeting minutes and discuss community schools. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the use of donor funds for summer programming; other items in the provided text are illegible.

• Review of last meeting's minutes
• Use of donor funds for summer programs
• Community Schools discussion

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board met on June 15, 2022. The agenda includes the selection of officers.

• Selection of officers

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review financial and director reports for May 2022. The agenda includes updates on a library construction project and changes to the Town Master Plan. Members will also review board goals and the library director job description.

• Update on library construction project
• Southworth Wi-Fi Upgrade
• Library Portion Changes for Town Master Plan
• Review Library Director Job Description
• Review Board goals

The Board approved minutes, the May financial report, and the director's evaluation. A proposed change to the Town Master Plan was delayed until the next meeting for further review. The July meeting was skipped, with remaining agenda items moved to August.

• Approved March, April, May, and June special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 2022 financial report (unanimous)
• Delayed vote on Master Plan wording change until next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved sending averaged director evaluation to Mr. Macinnes (unanimous)
• Skipped July meeting; next meeting set for August 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Deferred three agenda items to August meeting (unanimous)

School Committee

The committee will discuss collective bargaining strategies with GNBEU and GNBAU. The meeting includes votes to ratify contracts for administrators and educators, as well as the adoption of the 2022/23 Student Handbook.

• Vote to ratify contract with Greater New Bedford Administrators Union
• Vote to ratify contract with Greater New Bedford Educators Union - Unit C
• Second reading and adoption of the 2022/23 Student Handbook
• Vote to approve updated Athletic Director job description and pay scale
• Discussion regarding collective bargaining strategy with GNBEU and GNBAU

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will review eligibility applications for several waterway and recreation projects. Members will also receive updates on ongoing preservation projects and discuss the October funding round schedule.

• Eligibility reviews for Dias Small Boat Access and Heritage Trail
• Review of Regional Park Playground application
• Review of Archeological Preservation Survey application
• Updates on Jones Park Playground and Mendes-Monteiro House
• Update on Schofield Farm

The Dartmouth Community Preservation Committee met on June 14, 2022, and reviewed four eligibility applications for potential funding: Dias Small Boat Access, Heritage Trail, Regional Park Playground, and an Archeological Preservation Survey. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was primarily procedural, focusing on agenda items such as minutes, invoices, and scheduling for the October funding round.

• Reviewed eligibility applications for Dias Small Boat Access, Heritage Trail, Regional Park Playground, and Archeological Preservation Survey (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled October funding round (no vote recorded)
• Discussed project updates for Jones Park Playground, Mendes-Monteiro House, and Preservation Restrictions for Town Pound and Russells Garrison (no vote recorded)
• Discussed Schofield Farm update (no vote recorded)

Conservation Commission

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings on several residential and commercial projects near wetlands. The commission will also review requests for certificates of compliance and discuss potential revisions to wetland bylaws.

• Continued public hearing for commercial access, parking, and stormwater basins at 80 Cross Road
• Public hearing for a single-family dwelling at 0 McCabe Street
• Public hearing for a single-family dwelling at 15 Westview Drive
• Request for determination of applicability for house and landscaping alterations at 227 Bakerville Road
• Discussion regarding wetland bylaw and regulation revisions

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission approved several certificates of compliance, including for properties on Rockland Farm, Reed Road, Melnic Lane, and Harbor Hill Road, and issued standard orders of conditions for projects on McCabe Street, Hidden Bay Drive, Westview Drive, and Karen Lane. The commission also continued a hearing for a commercial project on Cross Road and authorized a letter of support for DNRT land acquisitions.

• Approved complete certificates of compliance for DEP files #15-2360, #15-2399, #15-2401, #15-2367 (all unanimous)
• Approved partial certificate of compliance for DEP file #15-0715 (unanimous)
• Issued negative 3 determination of applicability for 227 Bakerville Road (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Rockwood Apartments to July 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Issued standard order of conditions for 0 McCabe Street with two conditions (unanimous)
• Issued standard order of conditions for Hidden Bay Drive with four conditions (unanimous)
• Issued standard order of conditions for 15 Westview Drive with two conditions (unanimous)
• Issued standard order of conditions for 27 Karen Lane with restoration conditions (unanimous)

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The committee will review the Fire Chief position and the ongoing search for a new chief. Members will also review Sam Manley's strategic planning recommendation for the department. The agenda includes routine financial warrants, treasurer reports, and maintenance updates.

• Review of Fire Chief position and search
• Strategic Planning recommendation from Sam Manley
• Vendor and payroll warrants
• Equipment and building maintenance
• Insurance policy renewals

The Prudential Committee approved vendor and payroll warrants, the treasurer's report, and the chief's report, all by 3-0 votes. The chief's report detailed repairs to fire apparatus, including engine and ladder truck fixes, and noted ongoing airboat repairs. The committee discussed increasing medical expense coverage from $200,000 but took no action.

• Approved vendor warrant for May 16 and June 1 (3-0)
• Approved payroll warrant (3-0)
• Approved treasurer's report (3-0)
• Approved chief's report (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of May 9, 2022 (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet in executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding a cannabis growing facility variance. The open meeting includes discussions on ARPA funding, contract reviews, and several appointments.

• Litigation strategy for cannabis growing facility variance at 155 Old Fall River Road
• Appointment of Louis Bourassa as Constable
• Appointment of Matthew Beauparland as Hearing Officer
• Discussion regarding ARPA funding
• Review of Personnel Director, Cable, and Legal Counsel contracts

The Dartmouth Select Board unanimously approved a $70,000 line item transfer from the Unemployment Expense account to Legal Counsel Services, and approved a 3-year contract for new Personnel Administrator Denise Coleman. The board also approved a contract with Epstein and August LLP for cable franchise negotiation, appointed a constable and a hearing officer, and retroactively approved a car show event. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $70,000 transfer from Unemployment Expense to Legal Counsel Services (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year contract for Personnel Administrator Denise Coleman (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Epstein and August LLP for cable franchise negotiation (unanimous)
• Appointed Louis Bourassa as Constable (unanimous)
• Appointed Matthew Beauparland as Hearing Officer (unanimous)
• Approved Mustang and All Ford Car Show at UMASS Dartmouth retroactively (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 23, 2022 (unanimous)

Dartmouth Housing Authority Agenda

The Board will review agency policies regarding fair housing, reasonable accommodations, and limited English proficiency. Members will also vote on bank account name changes and the appointment of Marcum Accountants as auditor. An update on a DMH project with a non-profit is scheduled for discussion.

• Vote to accept Reasonable Accommodations, Limited English Proficiency and Fair Housing Marketing Plan
• Vote to accept Marcum Accountants - Auditor
• Vote to accept May 2022 check registers for Revolving & Veterans accounts
• Discussion of DHCD Regional Legal Services Program
• Update on DMH project w/non-profit

The Dartmouth Housing Authority board unanimously approved several routine items, including the May 2022 check registers, meeting minutes, the Executive Director's report, and new policies on Reasonable Accommodations, Limited English Proficiency, and Fair Housing Marketing. They also approved the DHCD Legal Services Agreement, the Marcum Accounting/Auditing firm proposal, and bank account name changes effective July 1, 2022. No substantive policy debates or denials occurred; all votes were unanimous.

• Approved May 2022 check registers for Revolving and Veterans (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 16, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director's report (unanimous)
• Approved Reasonable Accommodations, Limited English Proficiency, and Fair Housing Marketing Policies (unanimous)
• Approved DHCD Legal Services Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Marcum Accounting/Auditing firm proposal (unanimous)
• Approved bank account name changes effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)

Library Building Committee

The Library Building Committee will review construction progress and a proposed change order. The agenda also includes discussion regarding project close-out.

• Construction update and discussion
• Review and approval of a change order
• Project close-out discussion
• Approval of May 11, 2022 minutes

School Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee and Budget Sub Committee will meet to discuss budgetary matters. The provided notice does not include specific details regarding individual budget items or proposed changes.

• Budgetary matters

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss increasing staff levels and expenses for the apartment building at 676 Dartmouth St. The meeting also includes a review of a letter regarding the removal of the FY23 Chapter Land Discount.

• Discussion on increasing staffing
• Expenses for 676 Dartmouth St apartment building
• Removal of FY23 Chapter Land Discount
• Sign Motor Vehicle Commitment Three
• Discussion on Building Permits

The Board of Assessors approved the May 26, 2022 meeting minutes and several payments, including office supplies and software consulting. They also voted to sign the Motor Vehicle Commitment Three. Discussions were held on real estate exemptions, pilot bills, a letter to the select board, and staffing, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Approved May 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved payment to WB Mason for $5,327.23 for office supplies
• Approved payment to RDM Software Consulting, Inc. for $1,925.00
• Approved payment to Real Estate Research Consultants, Inc. for $1,500.00 (from FY23 budget)
• Signed Motor Vehicle Commitment Three

Board of Health

The Board will review a continued application for a domestic animal permit involving two male goats. Members will also approve minutes from March and May 2022 and authorize spending for the remainder of FY 2022. Additionally, the board will discuss updates to local tobacco and well regulations.

• Domestic animal permit application for two male goats at 77 Greystone Avenue
• Payment of bills to Humane Society ($11,840) and Seaspray container ($6,625)
• Authorization of FY 2022 spending for beach testing, office supplies, and other items
• Reorganization of the Board and appointment of a Board Physician
• Update on local regulation changes regarding tobacco and wells

The Dartmouth Board of Health voted unanimously to issue Scott Arruda a temporary domestic animal permit for two fixed male goats at 77 Greystone Avenue, valid until August 1, 2022, after he addressed fence and containment concerns raised by Animal Control and an abutter. The board also approved bills and authorized FY2022 spending, appointed officers, and discussed but took no action on proposed state Title 5 septic system changes.

• Granted temporary permit for 2 goats at 77 Greystone Ave until Aug 1, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved bills including Humane Society $11,840 and Seaspray container $6,625 (3-0)
• Authorized FY2022 spending: lab testing $5,000, Humane Society $5,000, Billy Viveiros $7,000, office supplies $5,000 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of March 24 and May 26, 2022 (3-0)
• Elected Michelle Keith as Vice-chair (3-0)
• Reappointed Christian Pope as Board of Health Physician (3-0)
• Named Thomas W. Hardman as signatory for bill approval (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY 2023 operating and capital budgets, as well as warrant articles for the upcoming Annual and Special Town Meetings. The committee will also review line item transfer requests related to Bristol County assessments and legal services.

• Line item transfer requests for Bristol County Agricultural Assessment, Special Bristol County Retirement Assessment, and Legal Services
• Deliberation on FY 2023 Operating Budget and Capital Budget
• Review of warrant articles for June Annual and Special Town Meeting

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The committee will discuss the FY 2023 operating and capital budgets along with warrant articles for upcoming town meetings. They will also review line item transfer requests related to Bristol County assessments and legal services.

• Line item transfer requests for Bristol County assessments and legal services
• FY 2023 Operating Budget deliberation
• FY 2023 Capital Budget deliberation
• Warrant Articles for June Annual and Special Town Meeting

Community Preservation Committee

The agenda contains a single item regarding the CPC reserves and a revised warrant article. No additional details or specific project descriptions are provided in the source text.

• CPC Reserves Revised Warrant Article

The Community Preservation Committee met on June 7, 2022, and revised a warrant article regarding CPC reserves. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Revised warrant article on CPC reserves

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The committee will consult with Sam Manley regarding strategic planning for the Fire Department. The agenda also includes a review of Acting Chief Edgecombe's employment status and the Fire Chief search.

• Strategic planning consultation with Sam Manley
• Review of Acting Chief Edgecombe's employment status
• Fire Chief Search
• Reorganization of Prudential Committee

The Prudential Committee voted unanimously to extend the acting fire chief's contract through September 1. The board also unanimously re-elected Bob Bouley as chairman and Bill Coutu as clerk. Discussion included the acting chief's report of poor record-keeping and equipment issues under the previous administration, and a resident's concern that the warrant would pass due to low turnout.

• Extended acting chief's contract through September 1 (unanimous)
• Re-elected Bob Bouley as chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Bill Coutu as clerk (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Trust

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific decisions, discussions, or proposals for this meeting.

Select Board

This meeting agenda contains only one item: approval of executive session minutes from June 6, 2022. No public business, decisions, or discussions are listed.

• Executive session minutes approval

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss litigation strategies regarding GB Preserve, Bliss Corner, and a cable contract. The agenda also includes reviewing an Open Meeting Law complaint and several municipal appointments. Additionally, the board will consider extended entertainment hours for Black Bass Restaurant.

• Request for extended entertainment hours at Black Bass Restaurant
• Litigation strategy discussion regarding 52 Donald Street
• Review of an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Diane Gilbert
• Changes to officers and managers for SMUSERV INC.
• Update on the Homebuyer Assistance Program guidelines

The Select Board voted 4-1 to grant Black Bass restaurant extended entertainment hours, allowing indoor entertainment until 10:00 pm Sunday through Saturday and outdoor entertainment until 10:00 pm on Saturdays and 9:00 pm on Sundays from June 21 through September 22. The board also approved a certificate of amendment for the Affordable Housing Trust and made numerous appointments to town boards and committees. Several informational updates were provided, including a drinking water well sampling update and a $75,250 grant for a temporary pop-up event.

• Granted Black Bass extended entertainment hours (4-1, Frank Gracie against)
• Approved Affordable Housing Trust Certificate of Amendment (unanimous)
• Appointed Animal Control Officer Sandra Gosselin (unanimous)
• Appointed Assistant Animal Control Officers Stacy Rebelo-Hardy and Traci Martin (unanimous)
• Appointed Assistant Harbormaster Stephanie Melo (unanimous)
• Appointed Council on Aging members (4-0-1, Heidi Silva Brooks abstained)
• Appointed numerous other board and committee members (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss a proposal to form a joint Town/School Committee standing committee regarding local Native American history and culture. The meeting also includes a district technology overview and an update on personnel negotiations.

• Proposal for a Town/School Committee standing committee regarding Native American history
• District Technology Overview presentation
• FY23 request to lease classroom space
• Update on negotiations with union and non-union personnel

The Dartmouth School Committee approved three SMEC classroom leases for FY23, authorized FY22 end-of-year budget transfers, and voted to include representatives from both federally recognized Tribes in any group formed to honor Native American history. The Committee also agreed to wait for new Directors of Teaching and Learning before continuing the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion sub-committee.

• Approved three SMEC classroom leases for FY23 (5-0)
• Authorized FY22 budget transfers under Policy DBJ (5-0)
• Approved motion to include representatives from both Mashpee and Aquinnah Tribes in any group formed (4-1, Oliver opposed)
• Agreed to wait for new Directors of Teaching and Learning before continuing DEI sub-committee
• Approved Regular and Joint Session Minutes of May 23, 2022 (4-0, Jenkins abstained)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes of May 23, 2022 (4-0, Jenkins abstained)

Historical Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific topics for discussion or decision.

The Dartmouth Historical Commission unanimously approved five property modifications, including vinyl siding additions and replacements, a rear porch extension, and cedar shingle replacement with porch work. The commission also voted to fund a new sign for the Rod and Gun Club burial ground. Other business included updates on the Nonquitt exhibit, Quaker records distribution, and a postponed walkway project.

• Approved minutes of May meeting (unanimous)
• Approved vinyl siding addition to house and garage at 46 Russells Mills Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved vinyl siding replacement at 936 Horseneck Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved new vinyl clapboard siding at 481 Slocum Hill Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved rear porch addition and extension at 776 Dartmouth St. (unanimous)
• Approved cedar shingle replacement and porch work including hipped roof at 25 Fremont St. (unanimous)
• Approved payment for new sign for Rod and Gun Club burial ground (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Dartmouth Planning Board voted to continue the public hearing for the proposed 5-lot Windsong Acres subdivision to July 11, 2022, with a timeline extension to August 29, 2022. The board initially closed the hearing, then voted 4-1 to reopen it to consider revised plans with fewer lots, after the applicant requested waivers for drainage easements and common driveway regulations. The board also approved a site plan review for American Pump & Well Tradesman Facility and a street determination for McCabe Street, both unanimously.

• Continued Windsong Acres public hearing to July 11, 2022 with timeline extension to August 29, 2022 (5-0)
• Closed Windsong Acres public hearing (5-0)
• Reopened Windsong Acres public hearing to consider revised plans with fewer lots (4-1)
• Approved Site Plan Review for American Pump & Well Tradesman Facility at 1 Commerce Way (5-0)
• Approved Street Determination for McCabe Street (5-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence from Fall River, Freetown, and Westport (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:45 pm (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Windsong Acres subdivision plan. The meeting also includes a site plan review for American Pump & Well Tradesman Facility and a street determination for McCabe Street.

• Public hearing for 'Windsong Acres' 5-lot subdivision off Jason Drive
• Site Plan Review for American Pump & Well Tradesman Facility at 1 Commerce Way
• Street Determination for McCabe Street
• Review of legal notices from Fall River, Freetown, and Westport

The Dartmouth Planning Board continued the public hearing for the proposed 5-lot Windsong Acres subdivision to July 11, 2022, with a timeline extension to August 29, 2022. The board voted to reopen the hearing to consider revised plans with fewer lots, after the applicant requested waivers for drainage easements and common driveway regulations. The board also approved a site plan review for American Pump & Well and a street determination for McCabe Street.

• Continued Windsong Acres public hearing to July 11, 2022 (5-0)
• Reopened Windsong Acres hearing for revised plans with fewer lots (4-1)
• Approved site plan review for American Pump & Well at 1 Commerce Way (5-0)
• Approved street determination for McCabe Street (5-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence from Fall River, Freetown, and Westport (5-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a special meeting on June 1, 2022. The agenda includes an evaluation of the Director under old business. No new business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Director evaluation

The Board of Library Trustees voted unanimously to use the union-approved evaluation form for the Library Director's annual evaluation, following guidance from the town administrator. No other substantive business was conducted; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved union-approved evaluation form for Library Director annual evaluation (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:52 pm (5-0)

Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee

The Municipal Broadband Advisory Committee discussed next steps for the town's broadband project, including beginning the process of securing funding to hire a consultant. A vote on the consultant could potentially occur at the October 2022 Town Meeting. The committee approved the April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0, with one abstention) and adjourned.

• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0, Kevin Estes abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Council on Aging

This is a procedural notice for a Council on Aging meeting scheduled for May 31, 2022. The provided agenda does not list specific topics or items for discussion.

The Dartmouth Council on Aging Board of Directors unanimously approved the April 26, 2022 minutes, nominated officers for a three-year term, and voted to postpone bylaw updates until more information is available. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Nominated Alison Nastanski as Chairperson, Patricia Jeffries Zukowski as Vice-Chairperson, and Eleanor J. White as Secretary for a three-year term (unanimous)
• Postponed bylaw update work until more information is available (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider several domestic animal permit applications and amendments. The agenda also includes a sushi variance request for Ying Dynasty and a lifeguard waiver hearing for Dartmouth Woods. Additionally, the board will review subsurface sewage disposal permits and approve recent department bills.

• Domestic animal permit applications at 90 Sharp Street and 77 Greystone Avenue
• Amendment for domestic animal permit at 74 Emmett Avenue
• Sushi variance request for Ying Dynasty
• Lifeguard waiver hearing for Dartmouth Woods at 629 State Rd
• Approval of bills including a $5,000 vaccine refrigeration unit

The Board of Health approved a domestic animal permit amendment for Novi Cabral at 92 Sharp Street to include one rooster, with conditions, and approved Steven Canario's amendment at 74 Emmett Avenue for 2 large and 2 small hooved animals. A permit for Scott Arruda at 75 Greystone Avenue was tabled pending an Animal Control report. The Board also granted a lifeguard waiver to Dartmouth Woods and approved a septic waiver for 9 Pembroke Drive.

• Approved amended domestic animal permit for Novi Cabral at 92 Sharp St to include 1 rooster (3-0)
• Approved amended domestic animal permit for Steven Canario at 74 Emmett Ave for 2 large and 2 small hooved animals (3-0)
• Tabled domestic animal permit for Scott Arruda at 75 Greystone Ave pending Animal Control report
• Granted lifeguard waiver to Dartmouth Woods at 629 State Rd (2-0-1, Hardman abstained)
• Approved septic waiver for 9 Pembroke Dr reducing depth to groundwater from 6 to 2 feet (2-0, Pope absent)
• Approved bills: vaccine refrigeration unit $5,000 and 3 computer screens $858.39 (2-0, Pope absent)
• Approved minutes of April 20, 2022 (2-0, Pope absent)
• Tabled minutes of March 24, 2022 and board reorganization items due to early departure

Board of Public Works

The Board will review warrants, payrolls, and minutes from May 5, 2022. Discussion items include an appeal for a gas service request at 472 Elm St and hydraulic modeling services from Stantec. The board will also discuss the Dartmouth Pathway Committee and bicycle recycling.

• Interview and consideration of Public Works Director appointment
• Appeal regarding 472 Elm St Gas Service Request
• Proposal for hydraulic modeling services from Stantec
• Approval of DSI Phase II Annual Bids
• Discussion on Dartmouth Pathway Committee and Bicycle Recycling Program

The Board upheld the road disturbance moratorium for 472 Elm Street, denying an early excavation request, with work allowed after September 2023. It also nominated Timothy Barber as Public Works Director, approved a $8,600 hydraulic modeling contract with Stantec, and accepted annual DSI Phase II bids. Discussions included a pathway route and a bike recycling program at the Transfer Station.

• Upheld moratorium on 472 Elm Street road disturbance until Sept 2023 (unanimous)
• Nominated Timothy Barber as Director of Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved Stantec hydraulic modeling contract not to exceed $8,600 (unanimous)
• Approved DSI Phase II annual bids (unanimous)
• Approved warrants for bills payable periods ending May 9, 16 & 23, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll for weeks ending May 7, 14 & 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes of May 5, 2022 (unanimous)

Harbor Management Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will discuss several progress updates regarding the Padanaram Harbor Management Plan. Topics include water quality, marina status, and the MVP Grant. Members will also review focus group progress for docks and piers.

• MVP Grant update
• Water Quality update
• Docks, Piers Focus group progress
• Marina update
• Harbor Economic Analysis update

The committee discussed updates on the MVP Action Grant application, harbor economic analysis, and other projects, but made no formal decisions beyond approving the April meeting minutes. The MVP grant application requests $186,000 for a $350,000 stormwater infrastructure project, and the harbor economic analysis is estimated at $35,000 with potential Seaport Economic Council funding.

• Approved April 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Submitted MVP Action Grant application for $186,000 (discussed)
• Prepared scope of work for harbor economic analysis (discussed)
• Adjourned at 5:35 p.m. (unanimous)

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The provided meeting record contains only the agenda and meeting materials without specific discussion topics or decisions listed.

Dartmouth Waterways Management

The Dartmouth Waterways Management Commission will discuss updates regarding the Marina Project, including SEC grant progress with Foth. The meeting also includes discussions on Rogers Street water service discontinuance and 249 Russells Mills.

• Marina Project SEC grant update with Foth
• SEC construction grant and CPC/CPA grant eligibility application filings
• Rogers Street water service discontinuance and septic fill-in
• DEP/Contractor & 249 Russells Mills discussion

Fire District #3

The Prudential Committee will discuss insurance renewals and generator maintenance agreements. The committee will also review capital improvement projects for Station 2 and Station 3. Financial reports regarding cash receipts, disbursements, and taxation will be presented.

• Insurance renewal with Sylvia Insurance Company
• Station 1 generator maintenance agreement with South Shore Generator Sales & Service
• Final payment request for Station 3 bathroom renovation
• Station 2 building renovation and roof replacement
• Donation bid from Taylor Millspaugh

Conservation Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding several residential construction projects and drainage corrections within wetland buffer zones. Members will also discuss Eversource tree cutting on commission property and potential wetland bylaw revisions. Administrative tasks include approving minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing for Sabrina’s Landing, LLC to modify drainage at Sabrina’s Way
• Public hearing for a single-family dwelling on McCabe Street
• Public hearing for a single-family dwelling on Westview Drive
• Request for septic system upgrade determination on Rock O’ Dundee Road
• Discussion regarding Eversource tree cutting on Commission property

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission voted 5-2 to grant a 4-week continuance for Sabrina's Landing, LLC to address drainage issues at Detention Basin No. 1. The commission also approved a Negative 3 Determination for a septic upgrade, issued a Certificate of Compliance, and continued three other public hearings to June 14, 2022.

• Approved 4-week continuance for Sabrina's Landing drainage amendment (5-2)
• Approved Negative 3 Determination for septic upgrade at 47 Rock O'Dundee Road (unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for NLA Dartmouth at 319 State Road (unanimous)
• Continued Joseph Machado single-family dwelling hearing to June 14 (unanimous)
• Continued Cornell Management vista pruning hearing to June 14 (unanimous)
• Continued AIS Real Estate Development hearing to June 14 (unanimous)
• Authorized signing Eversource Vegetation Removal Form (unanimous)
• Approved minutes and field trip reports (unanimous)

Select Board

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. The record indicates that there was no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Dartmouth Select Board approved two Eversource conduit hearings, a flag display extension for Memorial Day and July 4th, two one-day events, and three budget line item transfers totaling $34,695.95. They also appointed Tim Barber and Paul Duarte to the Joint Transportation Planning Group and approved an amended Purchase and Sales Agreement for 245 Russells Mills Road. Two items were tabled: self-nomination to the Southeastern Massachusetts MPO and appointment of a Select Board rep to the Bristol County Advisory Board.

• Approved Eversource conduit to Shore Acres Road (unanimous)
• Approved Eversource conduit to Horseneck Road (unanimous)
• Approved Lartz Family flag display extension for Memorial Day and July 4th (unanimous)
• Approved Dartmouth Cultural Council one-day event (unanimous)
• Approved Holy Ghost Society of Horseneck 2 events (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 transfer to R&M Computer Equipment from Unemployment Expense (unanimous)
• Approved $5,339.88 transfer to Bristol County Agricultural School Assessment (unanimous)
• Approved $9,356.07 transfer to Bristol County Retirement Special Assessment (unanimous)

School Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee will review superintendent updates and approve minutes from the May 9, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes presentations on SEPAC survey results and a request for the DHS Marching Band to operate concessions at the stadium.

• Update on negotiations with union personnel and discussion on school security
• Presentation of SEPAC Survey Results and Spotlight on Kids at Andrew B. Cushman School
• Request for DHS Marching Band and Color Guard to operate food concessions at Dartmouth Living Memorial Stadium
• Approval of May 9, 2022, meeting minutes

The Dartmouth School Committee approved the May 9, 2022 regular and executive session minutes, and approved two consent agenda items: the DHS Marching Band and Color Guard operating the food concession at the stadium for the 2022 football season (3-0, with Chair Nunes abstaining) and the DHS Unified Arts Department's 2022 Summer Arts Camp (4-0). The SMEC Quarterly Report was tabled until the next meeting. The committee also heard updates on the stadium renovation project, noting the low bid of $6,390,000 exceeded estimates and the project is being put on hold for re-evaluation.

• Approved May 9, 2022 Regular and Joint Session Minutes (4-0)
• Approved May 9, 2022 Executive Session Minutes, held until matters completed (4-0)
• Approved DHS Marching Band and Color Guard food concession at stadium for 2022 football season (3-0, Nunes abstained)
• Approved DHS Unified Arts Department 2022 Summer Arts Camp (4-0)
• Tabled SMEC Quarterly Report until next meeting
• Adjourned to Executive Session for union negotiations and school security discussion (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Windsong Acres subdivision plan. The board will also discuss site plan reviews for American Pump & Well, Burger King, and Planet Fitness. Additionally, several administrative items and reports will be reviewed.

• Public hearing for Windsong Acres 5-lot subdivision off Jason Dr.
• Site plan review timeline for American Pump & Well at 1 Commerce Way
• Drive-through expansion for Burger King at 247 State Road
• Façade improvements for Planet Fitness at 718 Dartmouth St.
• Endorsement of ANR plans for Venture Drive and Sol-E-Mar Street

The Dartmouth Planning Board voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for the proposed 5-lot Windsong Acres subdivision to June 6, 2022, with a decision vote scheduled for June 27, 2022, and a deadline extension to July 5, 2022. The board also continued site plan reviews for American Pump & Well and Burger King to June 27, endorsed two Approval Not Required (ANR) plans, and authorized a letter to the ZBA regarding Planet Fitness signage.

• Continued Windsong Acres subdivision hearing to June 6, voting June 27, deadline July 5 (4-0)
• Continued American Pump & Well site plan review to June 27 (4-0)
• Continued Burger King drive-through expansion site plan review to June 27 (3-0)
• Authorized letter to ZBA about Planet Fitness signage size and lighting (4-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for 37 Venture Drive/411 Faunce Corner Road (4-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for 1 & 28 Sol-E-Mar Street pending signed agreement (4-0)
• Acknowledged and filed correspondence (4-0)

Select Board

This meeting agenda contains only one item: approval of executive session minutes from the same date. No public business, decisions, or discussions are listed, making it a procedural-only agenda.

• Approval of executive session minutes dated 05-19-2022

Select Board

The Dartmouth Select Board will meet in executive session on May 19, 2022. The board intends to discuss an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by John Haran on May 5, 2022.

• Discussion of an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by John Haran

Veterans Advisory Board

The agenda for the May 18, 2022, Veterans Advisory Board meeting contains sparse and illegible topic descriptions. No specific items or decisions are clearly identifiable in the provided text.

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct public hearings regarding Eversource conduits to Shore Acres Road and Horseneck Road. The agenda also includes discussions on potential litigation for 52 Donald Street and a purchase and sales agreement for 245 Russells Mills Road.

• Hearing: Eversource conduit to Shore Acres Road
• Hearing: Eversource conduit to Horseneck Road
• Purchase and Sales Agreement for 245 Russells Mills Road
• Potential litigation strategy regarding 52 Donald Street
• Approval of budget line item transfers

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission meeting includes discussions regarding farm listings, a brochure, and farm visits. Much of the provided agenda text is illegible or contains unidentifiable topics.

• Dartmouth Farm listings and brochure
• Farm visits
• Joint meeting with an unspecified board

Board of Parks & Recreation

The Dartmouth Parks & Recreation Board will meet to discuss board reorganization and staffing levels. The agenda includes a review of the FY22 budget status and Town Meeting. Additionally, the board will address a resident request for signage and an update on online sticker permitting.

• Re-organizing the Board
• Reviewing staffing levels
• FY22 budget status review
• Resident request for signage
• Update on online sticker permitting

The Board of Parks & Recreation reorganized, appointing Sherri Tetrault as Chair and Joseph Vieira as Vice-Chair, each by a 3-0-1 vote. A resident's request for signage about car idling at park properties was denied 4-0 as against town by-law. The board tabled the April minutes and the appointment of the next CPC member. No other formal votes were taken; other items were discussed.

• Appointed Sherri Tetrault as Chair (3-0-1)
• Appointed Joseph Vieira as Vice-Chair (3-0-1)
• Denied resident request for idling signage (4-0)
• Tabled April minutes
• Tabled appointment of next CPC member

Dartmouth Housing Authority Agenda

The Board will discuss the cancellation of the Swansea HA management agreement and a transition to Dighton HA. Members will also review personnel policies and vote on April 2022 check registers.

• Cancellation of Management Agreement with Swansea HA effective July 1, 2022
• New Management Agreement with Dighton HA
• Discussion of Public Input, Storage, and Board Appearance policies
• Contract with Executive Director/Consultant effective July 1, 2022
• Update on DMH project with a non-profit

The Dartmouth Housing Authority approved a three-year management agreement with the Dighton Housing Authority, which will be forwarded to DHCD for approval. The board also approved a consulting contract with the current executive director, cancelled the Swansea management agreement, and moved forward with bidding for the Mass Works project.

• Approved three-year management agreement with Dighton Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved consulting contract with current ED effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted cancellation of management agreement with Swansea HA effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with bidding for Mass Works project (unanimous)
• Approved FY2022 Budget Revision (unanimous)
• Approved Public Input, Storage, Board Appearance, and Vacation personnel policies as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted April 2022 check registers for Revolving and Veterans (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of April 11, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

This is a procedural meeting of the Dartmouth Board of Assessors. The agenda includes a revised version and meeting materials, but no specific action items are listed.

• Revised agenda for May 12, 2022

Dartmouth HS School Council

The Dartmouth High School Council will meet to review the District Strategic Plan. The council will also discuss the Dartmouth High School Improvement Plan for the 2022-23 school year.

• Review of District Strategic Plan
• Discussion of DHS School Improvement Plan 22-23 SY
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Library Building Committee

The committee will review minutes from the March 23, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes a construction update and discussion regarding outstanding items of old business.

• Approval of March 23, 2022, minutes
• Construction update and discussion
• Old Business – Outstanding Items
• Project Close-out (if needed)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet remotely to review April financial and director reports. The agenda includes updates on the library construction project, Southworth Wi-Fi upgrades, and the new Long Range Plan.

• Update on library construction project
• Southworth Wi-Fi Upgrade & Wi-Fi Hotspot Policy
• New Long Range Plan
• Library portion changes for Town Master Plan
• By-Law Review

The Board of Library Trustees approved the Wi-Fi Hotspot Policy and amended the bylaws to add chairman and vice-chairman responsibilities. The board also approved the April financial report and amended the director evaluation procedure to allow the director to view individual trustee evaluations. A motion to change the nominating committee composition was tabled for further discussion.

• Approved Wi-Fi Hotspot Policy (5-0)
• Amended bylaws to add chairman's notice of meetings responsibility (5-1)
• Amended bylaws to add vice-chairman acting as chairman responsibility (6-0)
• Tabled motion on nominating committee composition (6-0)
• Amended director evaluation procedure to allow director to view individual evaluations (5-1)
• Approved April 2022 financial report (5-0)
• Approved March meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled April meeting minutes (5-0)

Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech High School Committee

The committee will hold elections for Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary. Members will also consider the 2022/23 Student Handbook and vote on specific fund transfers. The meeting includes discussions regarding collective bargaining strategies in executive session.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• First reading for adoption of the 2022/23 Student Handbook
• Vote to transfer funds
• Vote to transfer to the Transportation Reimbursement Fund
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining with GNBEU and GNBAU

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a commercial parking lot at 80 Cross Road and solar array installation at 54 Barneys Joy Road. Members will also discuss potential revisions to the town's wetland bylaw.

• Public hearing for commercial access, parking, and stormwater basins at 80 Cross Road
• After the fact Notice of Intent for a solar array at 54 Barneys Joy Road
• After the fact Notice of Intent for wetland restoration off John Vertente Boulevard
• Request for determination regarding a stockade fence at 42 Wilson Street
• Discussion on potential Wetland Bylaw revisions

The Dartmouth Conservation Commission voted 4-1 to not act on a request for a Determination of Applicability from Prime Engineering for a fence at 42 Wilson Street, citing the applicant's lack of standing due to unresolved rights to a paper street. The Commission also continued two public hearings, approved restoration orders for two after-the-fact Notice of Intent violations, and discussed future meeting formats and bylaw revisions.

• Denied two-week continuance for Wilson St fence application (unanimous)
• Voted not to act on Wilson St fence application for lack of standing (4-1)
• Continued Rockwood Apartments hearing to June 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Webster pier hearing to Fall 2022, date uncertain (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for Spatz solar array restoration (unanimous)
• Issued Standard Order of Conditions for Kearsage Energy restoration (unanimous)
• Approved April 12, 2022 minutes and April 26, 2022 field trip reports (unanimous)

Fire District #2 - Prudential Committee

The provided meeting materials contain only an agenda placeholder and no specific discussion topics or decisions.

Select Board

This meeting agenda contains only one item: the approval of executive session minutes from a prior meeting. No public decisions or discussions are listed, making this a purely procedural agenda.

• Approval of executive session minutes from 05-09-2022

Select Board

The Select Board will meet with the School Committee to review the school budget and a non-binding referendum vote. The agenda also includes a Director finalist interview with the Board of Public Works and discussions regarding potential litigation at Bliss Corner.

• Review of school budget and non-binding referendum vote
• Director finalist interview with the Board of Public Works
• One-day entertainment and alcohol licenses for Janet Mayer and Round the Bend Farm
• Re-appointment of Michael Gagne to Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District
• Launch of online beach sticker sales

The Select Board voted unanimously to recommend Tim Barber for appointment as Director of Public Works, following a joint interview with the Board of Public Works. The board also approved the warrant, licenses, and recommended numerous articles for the Spring Town Meetings, including a $49.38 million FY23 school budget. Additionally, they approved a labor counsel fee increase and an EPA access agreement for the old police station site.

• Recommended Tim Barber as Director of Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved and signed the warrant (unanimous)
• Approved one-day entertainment license for Janet Mayer (unanimous)
• Approved one-day alcohol and entertainment license for Round the Bend Farm (unanimous)
• Recommended Article 1-3 for Spring Special Town Meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended Articles 1-18 for Spring Annual Town Meeting (unanimous)
• Increased labor counsel fee from $200 to $275 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved EPA access agreement for old police station site (unanimous)

School Committee

The committee will approve minutes from April 25, 2022, and sign warrants for bills and payroll. Discussion topics include the last day of school for 2021-2022 and a superintendent's update. An executive session will address negotiations with non-union personnel.

• Signing of warrants for bills payable and payroll
• Approval of April 25, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on the last day of school for 2021-2022
• Executive session regarding negotiations with non-union personnel
• Joint session with the Select Board and Finance Committee

The Dartmouth School Committee unanimously approved June 17, 2022 as the last day of the 2021-2022 school year, adjusting for three snow days. In a joint session with the Select Board, they discussed the non-binding referendum on the Indian logo and the FY23 school budget, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved June 17, 2022 as last day of school (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for non-union negotiations (5-0)

Dartmouth Housing Authority Agenda

The Board will vote on canceling the management agreement with Swansea Housing Authority effective July 1, 2022. Members will also discuss several personnel policies and review a contract for the Executive Director/Consultant. Additionally, updates regarding the DMH project and transition are scheduled for discussion.

• Cancellation of Management Agreement with Swansea HA as of July 1, 2022
• Vote on personnel policies including Public Input, Storage, and Vacation
• Vote on Executive Director/Consultant contract effective July 1, 2022
• Update on DMH project with non-profit

Planning Board

The provided agenda for the May 9, 2022, meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and meeting materials. There are no specific proposals, hearings, or decisions listed in the text.

The Dartmouth Planning Board approved the Saltwind Acres Performance Covenant (4-0-1), endorsed an ANR plan for Commerce Way (5-0), and approved a Certificate of Action for Eversource tree pruning on scenic roads (5-0). The board also approved an amendment to the Target site plan review (4-0-1) and voted to support a stormwater bylaw amendment (5-0).

• Endorsed Saltwind Acres Performance Covenant (4-0-1)
• Approved Eversource Certificate of Action for scenic road tree pruning (5-0)
• Approved Target site plan amendment with administrative management (4-0-1)
• Endorsed ANR plan for Commerce Way with wetlands note (5-0)
• Voted to send letter of support for stormwater bylaw amendment to Select Board (5-0)
• Elected officers: Chair Kevin Melo, Vice Chair Christopher O'Neil, Clerk Margaret Sweet (5-0)
• Continued Beach Rose Lane lot release to May 23, 2022 (5-0)

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss the FY 2023 operating and capital budgets. Members will also deliberate on warrant articles for the upcoming June Annual and Special Town Meetings. Additionally, there is a line item transfer request for MIS.

• FY 2023 Operating Budget
• FY 2023 Capital Budget
• June Annual and Special Town Meeting warrant articles
• Line Item Transfer Request for MIS

The Dartmouth Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend Article 16 (Personnel Bylaw amendments adding new positions and salary adjustments) and Article 4 of the Special Town Meeting (appropriation for the cyclical re-inspection program) to Town Meeting. The committee also approved a $20,000 line item transfer for the MIS Department and approved the amended minutes of April 14, 2022. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended Article 16 Personnel Bylaw amendments to Town Meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended Article 4 STM cyclical re-inspection program appropriation to Special Town Meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 line item transfer for MIS Department (unanimous)
• Approved amended minutes of April 14, 2022 (unanimous)

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY 2023 operating and capital budgets. They will also deliberate on warrant articles for the June Annual and Special Town Meetings. The committee will review a line item transfer request for MIS.

• FY 2023 Operating Budget discussion
• FY 2023 Capital Budget discussion
• Warrant Articles for June Annual and Special Town Meeting
• Line Item Transfer Request for MIS

Board of Public Works

The provided agenda for the May 5, 2022, meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.

The Dartmouth Board of Public Works denied a road disturbance request for 472 Elm Street, as Eversource had not completed a permit and there was risk of failure with trenchless excavation. The board also approved revisions to the Storm Water Management Plan to meet EPA regulations, and approved several annual bids for FY2023, including Water & Sewer items and Services & Infrastructure items. Additionally, they approved an NPDES permit review agreement with Brown & Caldwell not to exceed $9,197.79.

• Approved warrants for bills payable periods ending April 25 and May 2, 2022
• Approved payroll for weeks ending April 23 & 30, 2022
• Approved meeting minutes of April 21, 2022
• Denied road disturbance request for 472 Elm Street
• Approved revisions to Storm Water Management Plan
• Approved annual bids for Water & Sewer Division FY2023 Items #10 & #12
• Approved annual bids for Dept. of Services & Infrastructure FY2023 Items #9 & #12
• Approved NPDES permit review agreement with Brown & Caldwell not to exceed $9,197.79

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY 2023 operating and capital budgets. The committee will also deliberate on warrant articles for the June Annual and Special Town Meetings.

• FY 2023 Operating Budget discussion
• FY 2023 Capital Budget discussion
• Warrant Articles for June Annual and Special Town Meeting
• Reports from department and board liaisons

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended Articles 11-15 for the June Town Meeting, covering FY2023 funding for Solid Waste, Water, Sewer, DCTV, and Waterways enterprise funds. They also discussed and refined rationale language for several other articles, including the FY2023 budget appropriation and a stormwater bylaw amendment. No final votes were taken on the budget or other articles; those are expected at a future meeting.

• Recommended Article 11: Solid Waste Enterprise Fund ($1,769,534) (unanimous)
• Recommended Article 12: Water Enterprise Fund ($4,813,282) (unanimous)
• Recommended Article 13: Sewer Enterprise Fund ($5,588,817) (unanimous)
• Recommended Article 14: DCTV Enterprise Fund ($531,876) (unanimous)
• Recommended Article 15: Waterways Management Enterprise Fund ($360,996) (unanimous)
• Discussed rationale language for Article 9 (FY2023 budget) and Article 18 (stormwater bylaw), no vote
• Agreed to use prior year rationales for enterprise fund articles

Fire District #1 - Prudential Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY 2023 operating budget, capital budget, and warrant articles for the June Annual and Special Town Meetings. The committee will also receive reports from various department and board liaisons.

• FY 2023 Operating Budget
• FY 2023 Capital Budget
• Warrant Articles for June Annual and Special Town Meeting
• Reports from Finance Committee Liaisons

Cornell Pond Advisory Committee

The provided document is a procedural notice for the Cornell Pond Advisory Committee. The agenda does not list any specific items, motions, or topics for discussion.