Westborough public meetings in 2022

Disability Commission

The Commission approved the October 25, 2022 minutes. Members discussed the process for requesting additional town accessible parking spots and outlined goals for 2023, including a community survey and a 'Disability Stroll'.

• Approved minutes of October 25, 2022 (6-0)

Select Board

The Select Board approved a temporary Class 2 Dealer’s License for the Mobil Station at 24 East Main Street and a contingent license renewal for the Westborough Inn. The Board also appointed a new member to the Waste Water Treatment Plant Board. Discussions were held regarding a proposed Community Preservation Committee bylaw for the March 2023 Town Meeting.

• Issued temporary Class 2 Dealer’s License to Mobil Station at 24 East Main Street until February 28, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Renewed 2023 Westborough Inn Innkeeper/Lodging House license contingent on passing annual inspection and remediation of deficiencies (5-0-0)
• Appointed Rick Kotosky to the Waste Water Treatment Plant Board for a term expiring September 30, 2024 (5-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of November 15, 2022 (5-0-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining and various litigation matters (5-0-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission voted to decline a request from the Affordable Trustees to use a recreation parcel located by the pickleball courts for housing. Members cited concerns regarding the location's proximity to the courts and potential future use of the land.

• Approved minutes from November 15, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Declined request from Affordable Trustees to use recreation parcel by pickleball courts (4-0)

Planning Board

The board approved an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan to adjust lot frontage and access for three properties. Several other special permits and site plan applications were continued to future dates for further review or revisions.

• Approved ANR Plan for 12 Union and 57 & 59 Brigham St (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 11/1 and 11/15 meetings (4-0)
• Continued Stone Inc special permit hearing at 80 Turnpike Rd to 1/3/2022 (4-0)
• Continued 180-182 Turnpike Rd site plan application to 1/17/2023 (4-0)
• Continued 165 Flanders Rd site plan review to 1/17/2023 (4-0)
• Continued 25 Gleason Street earth moving permit hearing to 1/17/2023 (4-0)
• Continued 190-212 Oak Street site plan application to 1/17/2023 (4-0)
• Continued Village Commons special permit modification at 1 Gleason St to 1/17/2023 (4-0)

Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting. Members received updates on the new Disability Commission, library services, and recreation programs. The committee discussed ways to increase representative participation in Town Meetings.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission voided an enforcement order against the DPW regarding work at 168 Flanders Road. Other actions included approving a land grant acquisition and issuing a negative determination for a project at 102 Fisher Street. Several other hearings were continued to January 2023.

• Voided Enforcement Order for DPW work at 168 Flanders Road (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved LAND Grant Acquisition Project Agreement and Deed for 0 Ruggles Street (7-0)
• Issued Negative Determination with Special Conditions for 102 Fisher Street (7-0)
• Issued 3-year Extension Permit for Lake Chauncy work (DEP File 332-772) (7-0)
• Approved memo to Planning Board for relief regarding Earth Moving Regulations for Gleason Street site (7-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 165 Flanders Road to Jan 10, 2023 (7-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 245 Turnpike Road to Jan 10, 2023 (7-0)
• Continued Notice of Intent hearing for 6 Frances Drive to Jan 10, 2023 (7-0)

Waste Management Exploratory Committee

The committee discussed four potential waste management models, including private and town-managed options. No final decisions were made; members agreed to develop a rubric to score these options and vote during the January meeting.

• Scheduled vote on waste management options for January meeting
• Finalized list of questions for upcoming meeting with Waste Connections
• Set 2023 meeting cadence for the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm

Historical Commission

The Commission voted unanimously to allow the demolition of a house at 26 Arch St. after determining it has no historical value. The board also approved the meeting minutes from October 19, 2022. Other items discussed included potential street names for a development on Flanders Rd and gravestone repairs.

• Approved demolition of house at 26 Arch St. (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee

The Committee identified key infrastructure needs and priorities to open the property for passive recreation. Members agreed that fencing the cap and lagoon is the top priority before allowing public access.

• Approved meeting minutes for Sept 28, Oct 12, and Nov 21, 2022 (9-0-0)
• Established priority list for public access: fence cap and landfill, establish GIS trail system, open Otis gate, create Smith Valve Parkway access, secure pits, and create signage
• Agreed that fencing the cap and lagoon must occur before removing perimeter fences or gates
• Appointed Koenigsberg, Silverberg, and Kessler to map the proposed trail system and identify fence locations

Select Board

The Select Board allocated ARPA funds for school and DPW projects and authorized the purchase of property off Ruggles Street. The Board also granted a zoning parking relief request for DSC Auto and approved a temporary menorah display on the Town rotary.

• Approved $21,360.03 for Armstrong Emergency Roof Replacement and $120,428 for Chlorine Booster Station (5-0-0)
• Authorized purchase and execution of documents for property off Ruggles Street (5-0-0)
• Approved menorah display on Town rotary from Dec 15 to Dec 28, 2022, and lighting event on Dec 18 (5-0-0)
• Granted DSC Auto relief to park up to 10 unregistered vehicles at 45 East Main Street (5-0-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to apply for DEP financial assistance for Lead Services Line and Replacement Plan (5-0-0)
• Appointed Maurice Hiers to the Veterans Advisory Board through June 30, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Denied request from Om Shell East Inc. to waive 2023 liquor license renewal fee
• Approved meeting minutes from Oct 3, Oct 17, Oct 26, and Nov 2, 2022 (5-0-0)

Council on Aging Board

The Board approved the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting. Members discussed budget concerns regarding bus maintenance and shredding costs, as well as the FY'24 budget proposal for increased staffing hours.

• Approved Secretary's minutes from November 21, 2022 (unanimous)

Veterans' Advisory Board

The board approved the November 14, 2022, minutes and agreed to participate in a memorial dedication for 50 Westborough Minutemen. Members also approved the creation of a Twitter account for the board.

• Approved Nov. 14, 2022 minutes
• Agreed to participate in new memorial dedication in Minuteman Park
• Approved creation of a Twitter account

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee approved the minutes from its previous meeting. No votes were taken on the five Articles considered during the session.

• Approved minutes from FY23 Meeting #12 of December 5, 2022 (9-0-0)

Municipal Building Committee

The committee approved meeting minutes from June 22 and October 27, 2022. Members received an update on the Forbes Building project, noting the generator catwalk installation was completed $2,000 under budget.

• Approved meeting minutes dated June 22, 2022 and October 27, 2022 (4-0-0)

Sustainable Westborough

The committee decided to postpone voting on the Specialized Opt-in Energy Code to conduct further analysis and consultation with the Economic Development Committee. The board approved the November 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed ongoing energy programs and state-level plastics advocacy.

• Approved November 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Deferred decision to opt-in to Specialized Energy Code pending 6-9 month review
• Determined Westborough must implement the new Stretch Code per town Bylaws

Board of Health

The Board of Health placed Sapporo on probation for one year following reports of rodent activity and two confirmed Salmonella cases. The Board allowed the establishment to maintain its sushi variance subject to specific conditions and unannounced inspections.

• Placed Sapporo on probation for one year (3-0)
• Approved sushi variance for Sapporo with conditions of monthly unannounced inspections, adherence to Haccp Plan, and a ban on serving undercooked raw egg (3-0)

Planning Board

The Board approved the library renovation project and a site plan modification for 54 Otis St. Several other applications, including a special permit for Stone Inc. and a subdivision plan for 48 Flanders Rd, were continued to future meetings.

• Approved library renovation article as written in Town Meeting warrant (5-0)
• Approved ANR Plan for 0 Ruggles Street (5-0)
• Approved de minimis site plan change for 54 Otis St (5-0)
• Continued Stone Inc. special permit hearing to Dec 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued 48 Flanders Rd preliminary subdivision discussion to Dec 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued 180-182 Turnpike Rd site plan hearing to Dec 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued 190-212 Oak St site plan hearing to Dec 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Village Commons special permit modification hearing to Dec 20, 2022 (5-0)

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee voted to recommend the defeat of a library construction and renovation project. The committee approved several other budget transfers and grant requests, including funding for opioid settlement and election voting.

• Recommended town meeting defeat Article 1 Library Construction and Renovation (5-3-0)
• Recommended town meeting approve Article 3 acquisition of 0 Ruggles St (8-0-0)
• Recommended town meeting approve Article 4 transfer of $30,000 for elections budget (8-0-0)
• Recommended town meeting approve Article 5 transfer of $224,199.85 for Opioid Settlement Fund (8-0-0)
• Approved $20,151.86 transfer from AFC Reserve to Town Clerk for electronic voting (8-0-0)
• Recommended Select Board approve $21,360.03 ARPA request for Armstrong School roof repair (6-2-0)
• Recommended Select Board approve $120,428 ARPA request for Chlorine Booster Station (7-1-0)
• Approved minutes from October 10 and October 17-18 meetings (7-0-0)

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The committee approved meeting minutes from September and October. Members discussed the BWALT grant process, potential trail easements at 180-182 Turnpike, and the need for pedestrian and bicycle improvements at the rotary.

• Approved minutes from 9/19/2022 and 10/24/2022 meetings (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:05 PM (7-0)

Planning Board

The committee established three subgroups to review Master Plan chapters based on land use, natural resources, and transportation. Members were assigned to these groups to prioritize goals and identify zoning implications. The committee also approved the minutes from the November 15, 2022, meeting.

• Approved minutes from 11/15/22 meeting (13-0)
• Established Group 1 for Land Use, Housing, and ED
• Established Group 2 for Natural, Cultural, Historic, Open Space, and Public Facilities
• Established Group 3 for Transportation, Sustainability, and Public Health
• Adjourned meeting at 8:22 PM (13-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed English Language Learning (ELL) inclusivity and the need for better mental health resource lists at Westborough High School.

• Approved past YC minutes (Unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board convened remotely and voted to enter executive session. The purpose was to review executive session minutes from several dates between July 19 and November 2, 2022. The board did not reconvene in open session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to review minutes from July 19, August 2, August 23, September 6, September 13, September 27, October 11, October 26, and November 2, 2022 (3-0-0)

Design Review Board

The board approved a temporary sign for Spatique and repairs to the Ace Hardware sign. A request to widen driveways at Village Commons was withdrawn by the developer. The board also reviewed lighting and open space proposals for the Village Commons site.

• Approved temporary 10x3 vinyl sign for Spatique at 45 East Main St until 1/9/2022 (3-1-1)
• Approved repairs to Ace Hardware sign using Cardinal Red with White (5-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of application for driveway extensions at 1 Gleason St (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board voted to maintain a single tax rate without residential or commercial exemptions. The Board also voted to support five articles for a Special Town Meeting, including the Public Library Construction and Renovation project. Additionally, the Board approved the redevelopment of the Hocomonco Pond building into a regional dispatch center.

• Maintained single tax rate by adopting a residential factor of 1 (4-1-0)
• Approved support for Special Town Meeting Articles 1-5 (various votes)
• Approved waiving current and future building permit fees for Westborough Housing Authority (5-0-0)
• Approved redevelopment of Hocomonco Pond building into a Regional Dispatch Center (5-0-0)
• Authorized interim agreement with Bob Haley for Treasurer/Collector (5-0-0)
• Approved beano/bingo permit for St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church (5-0-0)
• Approved National Grid easement at 123 Fisher Street (5-0-0)
• Appointed Heather Crump to WRTA Commuter Board and Inemesit Williams to Disability Commission (5-0-0)

Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee

The Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee voted to support the Town in pursuing an Inter-Municipal Agreement (IMA) to establish a regional dispatch center. The proposed center would involve renovating an existing building and installing a radio tower, funded primarily through state grants.

• Supported moving forward with IMA for a regional dispatch center (9-0-1)

Waste Management Exploratory Committee

The committee reviewed four potential waste management models, including private hauling and pay-as-you-throw options. Members identified specific data points needed for further analysis of these options. No final decisions were made on a preferred model.

• Approved remote participation (5-0-0)

Sustainable Westborough

The committee approved the October 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed the lack of headroom for new municipal solar installations and reviewed progress on waste reduction and composting initiatives.

• Approved October 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Determined municipal solar installation is not recommended due to lack of electric load headroom
• Identified Peter Flynn as the volunteer for the Capital Investment Plan Committee

Board of Health

The Board of Health revoked the variance for the Boston Sports Club pool and ordered it to remain closed until specific repairs and a board appearance are completed. The board also approved a new policy for food business permit renewals and accepted several departmental reports.

• Revoked Boston Sports Club variance (3-0)
• Ordered Boston Sports Club pool to remain closed until repairs are made, inspections are passed, a plan is submitted, and the club appears before the Board (3-0)
• Approved policy that food business permits completed December 1st or later roll over to the following year (3-0)
• Accepted Director's report (3-0)
• Accepted Sanitarian's report (3-0)
• Accepted Health Inspector's report (3-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 minutes (3-0)

Recreation Commission

The Commission voted to increase golf course membership fees for both residents and non-residents to cover costs. Other updates included the cancellation of the high school ski and snowboard program due to low interest and the application for a dog park grant.

• Approved 5% membership fee increase for residents (unanimous)
• Approved 7% membership fee increase for non-residents (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 26, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The committee held its first meeting to define its purpose in advancing the Master Plan vision and goals. Members elected a Chair and Vice-Chair and established a recurring meeting schedule for the next six months.

• Elected Wendy Mickel as Vice Chair (15-0)
• Elected Mark Silverberg as Chair (15-0)
• Approved meeting schedule for 2nd and 4th Mondays at 7pm (15-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board established a deadline for the completion of remaining items at Village Commons to avoid securing the performance bond. The board also authorized the final occupancy permit for the project. Two other site plan public hearings were continued.

• Required Village Commons bond estimate items be completed by June 30, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved signing off on the last occupancy permit for Village Commons (4-0)
• Continued 180-182 Turnpike Rd public hearing to December 6, 2022 (4-0)
• Continued 190-212 Oak Street public hearing to December 6, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Select Board

The Select Board called a Special Town Meeting in response to a certified citizen's petition. The Board also authorized a new municipal electricity contract to lock in current rates.

• Scheduled Special Town Meeting for December 10, 2022, at 9:00AM (5-0-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to execute a successor municipal electricity contract with Constellation New Energy for July 2, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Delayed closing of the Special Town Meeting warrant until the November 22 meeting

Veterans' Advisory Board

The board approved the October 17, 2022, meeting minutes and named Paul Horrigan Veteran of the Year. Members discussed logistics for a clothing drive, flag retrieval, and a flag burning project.

• Approved Oct. 17, 2022 minutes
• Named Paul Horrigan Veteran of the Year

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission issued an enforcement order to the DPW for unauthorized work at 168 Flanders Road. The board also ruled that several proposed DPW projects require state and federal permits. Additionally, an Order of Conditions was issued for a project at 180 & 182 Turnpike Road.

• Issued Enforcement Order to DPW for work at 168 Flanders Road (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 180 & 182 Turnpike Road (5-0)
• Issued Negative 3 Determination for work off Adams Street (5-0)
• Granted setback waiver for project off Adams Street (5-0)
• Ruled DPW work at Assessors IDs 30-10C-0, 30-22B-0, 30-41-0 & 31-7-0 requires permits (5-0)
• Ruled DPW work at Assessor ID 21-56-0 requires permits (5-0)
• Continued hearing for 165 Flanders Road to Dec 13, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued hearing for 245 Turnpike Road to Dec 13, 2022 (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board awarded the sale of 231 Turnpike Road to LAX Media MA LLC. Other key actions included reinstating a dealer license for Westboro Mobil Inc. and approving the construction of a cricket pitch at the former Westborough State Hospital.

• Awarded sale of 231 Turnpike Road to LAX Media MA LLC for $2,501,000.00 (5-0-0)
• Reinstated Class II Dealer License for Westboro Mobil Inc. with conditions (3-2-0)
• Approved construction of a cricket pitch at former Westborough State Hospital (5-0-0)
• Added plowing of one side of Breen Road and Valley Brook Road to Sidewalk Snow Removal Policy (3-2-0)
• Approved extension of Chief Purcell’s contract through Fiscal Year 2025 (5-0-0)
• Accepted gift of a bench for installation at Memorial Cemetery (5-0-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to submit petition for special legislation for additional exemption (5-0-0)
• Reappointed Thomas Burke to the Waste Water Treatment Plant Board (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a special permit for Banfield Veterinary and accepted a preliminary subdivision plan for 48 Flanders Road. Several public hearings were continued to future dates, and the board discussed but took no action on a bond reduction for Village Commons.

• Approved Special Permit #2022-2 for Banfield Veterinary at 290 Turnpike Road (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for 290 Turnpike Road, Banfield Veterinary (5-0)
• Accepted Preliminary Subdivision Plan for 45 Flanders Road (5-0)
• Continued 180-182 Turnpike Road Site Plan Review hearing to Nov 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued 25 Gleason Street Earth Moving Special Permit hearing to Dec 6, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued 190-212 Oak Street Site Plan Review hearing to Nov 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Sept 20, 2022 meeting minutes as corrected (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee approved a $7,500 grant for Wayback Burgers and $2,500 grants for four other businesses. The committee also discussed the impact of the town's single tax rate on commercial development.

• Approved $7,500 grant for Wayback Burgers for an exhaust hood (9-0-1)
• Approved $2,500 grants each for Tribos Peri-Peri, Karen Amlaw Music, Main St. Bakery, and Lions Gate Spiritual & Wellness Center (10-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 10/18/2022 (8-0-2)

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved a temporary extension for DPW maintenance activities across various locations. Members discussed the phase-out of blanket Orders of Conditions as required by the State DEP and expressed unanimous favor in hiring an interim part-time staff person.

• Extended Order of Conditions DEP File 332-697 (activities 1-23, Special Conditions 1-13) to April 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Unanimously favored hiring an interim part-time staff person to assist the Conservation Director

Recreation Commission

The Commission unanimously approved a formal financial aid policy for youth programs based on USDA Food & Nutrition Guidelines. Members discussed potential golf course fee increases and capital purchases, but deferred voting until the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from June 7, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Financial Aid Policy for youth programs based on USDA guidelines (Unanimous)
• Appointed Beth to the Open Space Preservation Committee (Unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board convened a remote meeting and voted to enter an executive session. The session was held to discuss litigation strategy for the Forbes Municipal Building project and the value of real estate at 231 Turnpike Road. The Board did not reconvene in an open meeting following the session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss Forbes Municipal Building litigation and 231 Turnpike Road real estate (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a lot consolidation plan for Spectrum Health at 151-155 Oak St. Several other public hearings for site plans and special permits were continued to the next meeting.

• Approved lot consolidation for Spectrum Health at 151-155 Oak St (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 10/4 and 10/17 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Banfield Pet Hospital at 290 Turnpike to 11/1/22 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 180-182 Turnpike Rd site plan to 11/1/22 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 25 Gleason earth moving permit to 11/1/22
• Continued public hearing for 190-212 Oak Street site plan to 11/1/22 (5-0)

Disability Commission

The Commission received a presentation from Joseph Prochilo on organizing a Disability Stroll. Members discussed using the event for community outreach and the need to document resident experiences with Via transportation. No formal votes were taken on the stroll recommendations.

• Approved minutes of September 22, 2022 (5-0)

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The Active Transportation & Safety Committee discussed several items but took no formal votes on substantive matters. Topics included a potential transportation engineering report for the Rotary, a draft maintenance plan for the BWALT trail, and resident inquiries about crosswalks near Westborough High School and a speed limit reduction on Baxter Street. The meeting was adjourned by a 6-0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee will approve prior meeting minutes and prepare for the Special Fall Town Meeting, which will convene concurrently at 7:00 PM.

• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2022 meeting
• Preparation for Special Fall Town Meeting
• Meeting will be held concurrently with the Special Fall Town Meeting

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee is meeting to continue voting on Fall Town Meeting articles. The body will also review the draft AFC report and recommendations.

• Voting on Fall Town Meeting Articles
• Review of Draft AFC Report and Recommendations

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee is meeting to continue voting on articles for the Fall Town Meeting. The session also includes liaison reports and the planning of future draft agendas.

• Voting on Fall Town Meeting Articles

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will review items regarding the Wastewater Treatment Plant and School Department Warrant Article 30. The committee is scheduled to begin voting on Fall Town Meeting Articles.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant discussion with WWTP Board members
• School Department discussion regarding Warrant Article 30 with Superintendent Amber Bock
• Voting on Fall Town Meeting Articles

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will meet to discuss various warrant articles with the Town Manager and Director of Finance. The body will also review minutes from the September 15, 2022 meeting.

• Discussion of various warrant articles

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will meet to discuss matters involving the Library Building Committee. The session includes reports from liaisons and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion with Library Building Committee, including Library Director Maureen Amyot and Trustees Chair Mary Johnston

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will meet to discuss items with the Department of Public Works and the Economic Development Committee. The meeting includes liaison reports and the planning of future agendas.

• Department of Public Works discussion with Director Chris Payant
• Economic Development Committee discussion with Coordinator Zach Boughner and Chair Todd Alexander

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will meet to discuss matters with the Senior Tax Relief Committee and the School Department. The meeting includes reports from the Chief Assessor and the Superintendent of Schools.

• Discussion with Senior Tax Relief Committee and Chief Assessor Jon Steinberg
• Discussion with School Department and Superintendent Amber Bock

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and hear from the Town Seal Committee. The meeting also includes a follow-up discussion regarding the Tax Classification Review.

• Approval of Minutes from August 15, 2022
• Town Seal Committee report
• Tax Classification Review follow-up

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee will review the revised calendar and receive updates on the Library Project and Department of Public Works. Members will also conduct a follow-up review regarding tax classification.

• Library Project Update
• DPW Update
• Tax Classification Review (Follow-up)

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will meet remotely to discuss intra-departmental, inter-departmental, and reserve transfers. The session also includes a review of previous meeting minutes and liaison reports.

• Review and discussion of Intra/Inter-Departmental and Reserve Transfers

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee and Select Board are meeting to review and vote on the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Department presentations will cover proposed projects for public safety, economic development, and recreation. The session will conclude with votes to recommend and award the funds.

• Hiring 3 Police Officers and Cruiser
• Fire/Police Department Public Radio Infrastructure
• Creation of Wayfinding system and Working Capital Grant program
• Splash Pad project
• Case Management and Behavioral Health Programming contracts

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee is meeting to review and discuss an intra-departmental transfer for the Department of Public Works. The session will also cover the approval of previous meeting minutes and future agendas.

• Intra-Departmental Transfer for the DPW

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will discuss the Mass Works Infrastructure Program and a proposed funding source for the Armstrong Roof Project. These items are scheduled for discussion with Town Manager Kristi Williams and School Superintendent Amber Bock.

• Mass Works Infrastructure Program
• Armstrong Roof Project and Proposed Funding Source

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on matters before participating in the Annual Town Meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Approval of March 10 minutes
• Discussion and votes on committee matters
• Participation in Annual Town Meeting

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee will continue discussion and a potential vote on articles related to the final ATM warrant. The agenda also includes a review of draft R&R messaging and future draft agendas.

• Discussion and vote on Final ATM Warrant articles

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will discuss the FY 23 budget for the Assabet Valley Regional Technical School. The committee will also continue discussions and vote on articles for the Final ATM Warrant.

• Review of Assabet Valley Regional Technical School FY 23 Budget
• Discussion and vote on Final ATM Warrant articles

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will review and discuss several Select Warrant Articles. Discussion includes presentations from the Director of Community Development and guests regarding the Community Preservation Act, Indigenous People’s Day, and thin plastics.

• Article 26: Review with Fred Lonardo, Director of Community Development
• Article 23: Review with Jennifer Doherty regarding Community Preservation Act
• Article 35: Citizen Petitioner discussion on Indigenous People’s Day
• Articles 37 and 38: Citizen Petitioner discussion on Thin Plastics
• Article 36: Discussion of Elected Positions

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will review and discuss Select Warrant Articles. The meeting includes presentations from representatives of the Planning and Zoning Boards and the Council on Aging.

• Review and discussion of Select Warrant Articles
• Presentations from Planning and Zoning Boards
• Presentation from the Council on Aging

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will meet to review and discuss the schools budget and related warrant articles. Guests from the School Committee and Superintendent Amber Bock are scheduled to attend.

• Review and discussion of Schools Budget and related Warrant Articles

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee is meeting to discuss Articles 17 and 18 of the Town Warrant regarding the Westborough Affordable Housing Trust. The meeting includes a guest presentation from WAHT Chair Edward Behn.

• Discussion of Town Warrant Articles 17 and 18 (Westborough Affordable Housing Trust)
• Guest presentation by Edward Behn, Chair of WAHT

Advisory Finance Committee

The Westborough Advisory Finance Committee and School Committee are holding a joint retreat. The meeting consists of opening remarks, an ice-breaker, and discussions on matters of mutual interest via plenary and breakout sessions.

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee will meet remotely to approve previous minutes and review the ATM Warrant. Members may also vote on articles and conduct department interviews.

• Approval of minutes from February 3rd and January 27th Budget Summit
• Review of ATM Warrant and voting on articles
• Department interviews

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee will discuss options regarding the Police Department FY23 staffing request. Members will also review the Warrant (V4) for potential voting on articles.

• Police Department FY23 Staffing Request discussion
• Review and possible voting on Warrant (V4) articles

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will meet to review and discuss Select Warrant Articles. The meeting includes presentations from representatives of the Planning and Zoning Boards and the Council on Aging.

• Review and discussion of Select Warrant Articles
• Presentation by Planning and Zoning Board representatives
• Presentation by Council on Aging representatives
• Discussion of potential topics for R&R

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the proposed FY23 budget with Town Manager Kristie Williams. Members will also conduct a first review of the ATM Warrant (V2).

• Discussion of proposed FY23 Budget
• First review of ATM Warrant (V2)
• Liaison assignments for CY22

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will meet remotely to review past minutes and discuss matters of interest. The body will also address housekeeping items and liaison assignments for 2022.

• Review and approval of December 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Liaison assignments for CY22