{
 "city": "Pepperell",
 "state": "MA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/town.pepperell.ma.us/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-05",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Lawrence Library Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Trustees to create substitute circulation library assistant position",
   "summary": "The Lawrence Library Board of Trustees will discuss creating a Substitute Circulation Library Assistant position and review June library statistics. They will also hear updates on building repairs, including gutter work and AC repairs, and a cable wiring upgrade. The meeting includes a review of minutes and accounting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-4758",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Community Preservation Committee",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-4757",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-16",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09162026-4756",
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Capital Program Committee",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-4755",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Pepperell Conservation Commission to review 40B complex and dam removal",
   "summary": "The Pepperell Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several projects, including a proposed 40B apartment complex at 59 Leighton Street and the recently completed emergency removal of Burke's Pond Dam at 2 Blood Street. The commission will also consider a septic replacement, a new house construction, an accessory dwelling unit, and a mixed-use building. Additionally, they will review draft minutes, bills, and other administrative matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-4747",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to discuss draft warrant articles and subdivision regulations",
   "summary": "The Planning Board will meet to discuss draft warrant articles 1 through 4. The board will also hold a discussion regarding subdivision regulations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08032026-4753",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-01",
   "body": "Cultural Council",
   "headline": "Pepperell Cultural Council to discuss mural repairs and fundraising",
   "summary": "The Cultural Council will meet to discuss priorities, guidelines, and the repair of mural damage. The body will also brainstorm fundraising ideas and plan for a Fall fest booth.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08012026-4752",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-31",
   "body": "Pepperell Celebrates Committee",
   "headline": "Pepperell Celebrates Committee to elect officers and review charge",
   "summary": "The Pepperell Celebrates Committee will meet to review its committee charge and elect a Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. The agenda includes general discussion and adjournment. No specific projects, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07312026-4745",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to appoint a full member to Planning Board",
   "summary": "The Select Board and Planning Board will meet jointly to appoint a full member to the Planning Board. The agenda contains only this one substantive item along with procedural formalities.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07302026-4739",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to discuss FY2027 budget and liquor license extension",
   "summary": "The Select Board will discuss and potentially act on a liquor license hours extension for 170 Main Street, a fortune teller license, and a gift of benches for the Albert Harris Center. The board will also receive a FY2027 budget update, review financial policies, and discuss solar energy and police union collective bargaining agreements.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07302026-4741",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-29",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "ZBA continues hearing on 180-unit 40B rental project at 59 Leighton Street",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will continue a public hearing on a Comprehensive Permit application for a 180-unit rental development at 59 Leighton Street, 59A and 41A Lowell Road. The project includes 45 affordable units. The board will also review minutes from its May 6 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07292026-4717",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-29",
   "body": "Recreation Commission",
   "headline": "Recreation Commission to vote on gazebo renaming and discuss field, skate park, and lighting updates",
   "summary": "The Pepperell Recreation Commission will meet remotely on July 29, 2026, at 7:30 PM to discuss and potentially vote on items including the renaming of a gazebo, softball field usage, skate park progress, field updates, and lighting at the community center. The meeting will also cover regional recreation discussions, financial updates, and a calendar review.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07292026-4751",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to discuss Subdivision Regulations",
   "summary": "The Planning Board will hold a discussion on Subdivision Regulations. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists only of procedural items and a discussion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-4750",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Invasive & Native Plant Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Invasive & Native Plant Advisory Committee to review meeting minutes and discuss projects",
   "summary": "The Invasive & Native Plant Advisory Committee (INPAC) will review and accept minutes from the July 9, 2026 meeting, discuss new business, review projects, events, and action items, address any unanticipated matters, and set a date for the next meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-4746",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Assessors, Board of",
   "headline": "Assessors to review abatement reports and approve warrants",
   "summary": "This is a routine procedural meeting of the Pepperell Board of Assessors. The board will review minutes, time cards, warrants, posting reports, and abatement reports. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-4748",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07212026-4748",
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Housing Authority",
   "headline": "Pepperell Housing Authority holds regular meeting July 20 with votes on minutes, finances, and officers",
   "summary": "The Pepperell Housing Authority will hold its regular meeting on July 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM at 4 Foster Street. The board will vote on approval of previous meeting minutes, financial reports, and payments for May and June 2026. Other votes include election of officers, adoption of Positive Pay participation, and consideration of an annual plan hearing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-4749",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to discuss Fall Town Meeting warrant articles and subdivision rules",
   "summary": "The Pepperell Planning Board will discuss potential warrant articles for the Fall Town Meeting and review subdivision regulations. The board will also consider a nomination for the NMCOG replacement. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-4744",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Housing Authority",
   "headline": "Housing Authority holds hearing on FY2027 Annual Plan",
   "summary": "The Pepperell Housing Authority is holding a public hearing to review its proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2027, which covers capital improvements, maintenance, the operating budget, and other elements. Residents and the public may submit comments orally or in writing before the hearing closes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-4708",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Board of Public Works",
   "headline": "Pepperell Board of Public Works meets July 16 to review finances and cemetery policy",
   "summary": "The Board of Public Works will convene a regular meeting to accept minutes, hear public comment, review financials including abatements and aged receivables, and discuss policy updates such as cemetery bylaws and green burials. Capital projects like the 2026 roads program and the Jersey Street Water Treatment Plant will also be addressed, along with staffing and training matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-4743",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Climate Change Committee",
   "headline": "Pepperell climate panel reviews solar projects and town initiatives",
   "summary": "The Climate Change Committee meets to discuss updates on town building solarization, community events like the Fall Festival, and ongoing environmental projects such as composting and tree planting. Members also review progress on state climate goals and potential collaborations with energy groups.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-4738",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Zoning board to set new hearing date for Woodland Ridge 40B project",
   "summary": "The Pepperell Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a remote meeting to vote on rescheduling a public hearing for a 40B comprehensive permit application by Woodland Ridge, LLC. The original hearing was postponed at the applicant's request.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-4706",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Agricultural Commission",
   "headline": "Ag Comm reviews UMASS best practices, plans Open Farm Day",
   "summary": "The Agricultural Commission will review a table of best management practices from the UMASS Center for Crops, Dairy, Livestock and Equine Program, and discuss planning for Open Farm Day. The meeting is remote and includes routine items like approval of minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-4742",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Capital Program Committee",
   "headline": "Capital Program Committee to review 2026 outlay requests via remote session",
   "summary": "The Capital Program Committee will hold a working session to review capital outlay expenditure requests for 2026. The meeting is remote-only due to room availability, and residents can participate via the town website. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-4740",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Board of Health",
   "headline": "Lomar Park hearing continues at Pepperell Board of Health",
   "summary": "The Board of Health will hold a continuation of a hearing for Lomar Park at 57 Nashua Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a health agent report. No other substantive decisions are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-4737",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to hear 40B apartment complex and mixed-use building proposals",
   "summary": "The Pepperell Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent, including a proposed 40B apartment complex at 59 Leighton Street and a 4-story mixed-use building at 81 Main Street. They will also continue hearings on the Burke's Pond emergency dam removal project and a single-family house at 10 Hillside Street. The meeting includes review of draft minutes and an emergency certification for 130 Shirley Street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-4725",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Invasive & Native Plant Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "INPAC to discuss Pepperell Plus events and conservation meadow project",
   "summary": "The Invasive & Native Plant Advisory Committee will review June meeting minutes and discuss new business including Pepperell Plus events and the Nashoba Conservation Trust meadow project. The committee will also review ongoing projects, events, and action items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-4734",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Affordable Housing Trust",
   "headline": "Trust to review draft rezoning and revised RFP for Nashua Rd project",
   "summary": "The Pepperell Affordable Housing Trust will meet to review draft rezoning discussions and consider resubmitting a revised Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Nashua Road project. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a minor impact analysis update.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-4729",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to discuss Police Chief contract and zoning",
   "summary": "The Select Board will hold a public hearing for a Class II license at 76 Prescott Street and consider a Common Victualler License for 75 Main Street. They will also discuss the Police Chief contract, zoning, facility naming process revisions, and municipal relief transfers.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-4731",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07082026-4731",
   "source": "https://www.town.pepperell.ma.us/AgendaCenter"
  }
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}