Westborough public meetings in 2024

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and sign warrants for actual FY 25 bills. The board will also enter an executive session to review and vote on statutory exemptions.

• Vote on Board Meeting Minutes from October 30, 2024
• Signing of Warrants and Commitment for Actual FY 25 Bills
• Review and vote on statutory exemptions in executive session

Municipal Building Committee

The Westborough Municipal Building Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on three capital projects: the Golf Club Building (121 West Main Street), the Regional Emergency Communications Center (20 Phillips Street), and the Community Center (1500 Union Street). No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational updates and routine business.

• Update on Golf Club Building at 121 West Main Street
• Update on Regional Emergency Communications Center at 20 Phillips Street
• Update on Community Center at 1500 Union Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 22, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Westborough Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the Reader Services Librarian job description and receive an update on the Library Repair Project. The meeting also includes a recap of the December 17 Library Building Committee meeting.

• Discussion of Reader Services Librarian job description
• Library Repair Project update from Ed Baldwin
• Recap of 12/17 Library Building Committee (LBC) meeting

The Library Board of Trustees discussed the repair project schedule, with bids to be published Jan. 8 and due Feb. 12, and an estimated cost of $13.9 million. They also accepted the treasurer's report, approved November minutes, and discussed a new readers services librarian position. No formal votes were taken on the repair project or the new position.

• Accepted treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved November trustee meeting minutes (Daly abstaining)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:40 p.m. (unanimous)

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest RECC is meeting to review design updates and a community meeting update for the facility at 20 Phillips St. The body will discuss the Executive Director position, including compensation and job description. Members will also review invoices and the status of HAZMAT testing and remediation.

• Design update for the 20 Phillips St facility
• Review of Executive Director compensation and job description
• Review of invoices for TGAS, Colliers, LB Communications, and Chess Engineering
• Status of Geotech Investigation and HAZMAT Testing and Remediation contracts
• Review of 911 Grant financial status

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will consider approval of Amendment #2 to the FFY 2025–2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for highway projects, discuss potential candidate projects for the FFY 2030 TIP, and receive a presentation on proposed WRTA service changes. The meeting also includes updates on the Regional Bicycle Plan and routine administrative items.

• Potential action: approval of Proposed Amendment #2 to the FFY 2025 to FFY 2029 TIP Highway Project Listing
• Discussion of potential FFY 2030 TIP candidate projects
• WRTA Proposed Service Changes presentation
• CMMPO Regional Bicycle Plan update
• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes

School Committee

The School Committee will hold a second public hearing on the FY26 budget and is scheduled to vote on the Superintendent's Recommended Budget. They will also discuss and vote on approving a DECA trip and accepting donations of cash and furniture. The Superintendent will provide an update on updated DESE guidance regarding competency determination.

• Second public hearing on FY26 budget
• Vote on Superintendent’s Recommended Budget FY26
• DECA trip presentation and approval
• Accept donations of cash and furniture
• Superintendent's update on new DESE guidance re: competency determination

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss an update regarding 297 Turnpike Road. The board will also review the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting and discuss director's issues.

• Update on 297 Turnpike Road
• Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes

The Board of Health discussed the December 10 fire at 297 Turnpike Road, where the building was deemed uninhabitable due to severe water intrusion. Residents were allowed back on December 13. The board approved the November 19 meeting minutes and reviewed operational updates, including a MEMA drill and PHEP training.

• Approved meeting minutes of 11/19/2024 (2-0)
• Discussed 297 Turnpike Road fire response and reoccupancy
• Noted MEMA drill praised for handling
• Noted PHEP training scheduled for May in Texas
• Adjourned at 6:04 PM (2-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold public hearings on two applications from TOV Development: a project at 134 Fisher Street and another at Village Commons, 2 Daania Drive. The board will also review meeting minutes and discuss Way Findings and Branding Plan updates. No other decisions or financial items are listed.

• TOV Development application at 134 Fisher Street (24-04029)
• TOV Development application for Village Commons at 2 Daania Drive (24-04214)
• Review and approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates on Way Findings and Branding Plans
• Next meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025

The Design Review Board approved the elevations for the residential development at 2 Daania Drive, subject to conditions on windows, doors, lighting, siding, and decking. The board also discussed the 134 Fisher St. project, requiring the applicant to submit cottage design elevations, a lighting plan, and a landscaping plan for future review. Minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting were approved.

• Approved elevations for 2 Daania Drive residential development with conditions (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 11/19/2024 meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:35 am (5-0)

Library Building Committee

The Library Building Committee will discuss the overall project status and review a draft construction RFP. They will also receive an update on the library's relocation and temporary space, including a Select Board decision. Other items include parking, book drop redesign, and outreach to town bodies.

• Review of draft construction RFP
• Update on relocation and temporary space, including Select Board decision
• Discussion of parking and book drop redesign
• Outreach to Select Board, Advisory Finance Committee, and other town bodies
• Update on identification of library relocation services and fit-out design

The Library Building Committee reviewed the project budget, now estimated at $14,153,942 for the 2025 Town Meeting, down about $500,000 due to value engineering. Bids will be advertised January 8, with final bids due February 12. The Selectboard approved using the Community Center as temporary library space. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was informational and planning-focused.

• Budget estimate set at $14,153,942 for 2025 Town Meeting ask
• Bid schedule set: bids out Jan 8, pre-bid conference Jan 15, final bids due Feb 12
• Selectboard voted to use Community Center for temporary library space
• Book drop design completed, to be included as alternate #1 in bid documents
• Security system: town vendor to provide equipment/installation, no committee vote needed
• LBC agreed to pursue partial air flush-out post-construction, LPAA to develop plan
• Outreach meetings planned with Finance Committee (Feb 27, Mar 3, or Mar 6)
• Next meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to receive updates on the holiday store, general programming, and SYFS. The meeting also includes a youth report.

• Holiday Store updates
• Programming updates
• SYFS updates
• Youth Report

The Westborough Youth Commission met on December 16, 2024, and received updates on the Free Holiday Store (over 90 families served) and SYFS services (39 clients, 65% youth). Members discussed moving the Youth Report earlier on the agenda and reviewing the commission's mission and vision, agreeing to address these in future meetings. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to adjourn the meeting unanimously.

• Agreed to discuss moving Youth Report earlier on agenda in future meetings
• Agreed to review YC mission and vision in future meetings
• Adjourned meeting unanimously via roll-call vote

Central Massachusetts Veterans' Services District

The Central Massachusetts Veterans Service District Board is meeting remotely to approve minutes from September and conduct final-round interviews for a veteran agent position. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Final round interviews for veteran agent position

Westborough Affordable Housing Trust

The Westborough Affordable Housing Trust will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from November and receive updates on multiple housing initiatives. Items include the sewer moratorium, HB Cottages, and the Westborough Rental Assistance Program (WRAP), as well as specific properties like 3 Baylor, 18-30 Lyman St, and 25 Connector Road. The trust will also review an ARPA funding application and the FY24 financial statement.

• Approve minutes from November 14, 2024
• Sewer moratorium update (Rauch)
• HB Cottages update (Rauch/Behn/Salsman)
• Westborough Rental Assistance Program (WRAP) update
• ARPA Funding Application update (Edinberg)

The Westborough Affordable Housing Trust voted unanimously to submit a proposal for up to $500,000 in remaining ARPA funds and to allocate any received funds to the first executed subsidy agreement for either 18-30 Lyman St or 25 Connector Rd, reducing prior allocations accordingly. The Trust also approved minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting and authorized the Chair, Secretary, and Assistant Town Planner to sign and submit minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; most agenda items were updates.

• Approved submission of ARPA funds proposal (7-0)
• Approved allocation of ARPA funds to first subsidy agreement for 18-30 Lyman St or 25 Connector Rd (7-0)
• Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 meeting (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized Chair, Secretary, and Assistant Town Planner to sign and submit minutes (6-0)

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest Regional Emergency Communication Center is holding a project meeting to provide an overview of the Westborough facility. The body will discuss design concepts, site considerations, and the project timeline.

• Design concept for 20 Phillips St facility
• Site design considerations
• Project timeline review

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to approve membership rates for the 2025 golf season. The body will also receive updates on the golf budget, golf building, golf course, community center, dog park, and fields and facilities.

• Vote to approve Golf Club Membership rates for the 2025 season
• Golf Budget Update
• Golf Building Update
• Golf Course Update
• Dog Park Update

The Recreation Commission voted unanimously to support the proposed golf membership rate increases for the 2025 season. The commission also discussed hiring a new year-round part-time position at the golf course and increasing the capital budget by $5,000, though the final budget will be voted on at annual town meeting. Updates were provided on the dog park construction, Community Center renovation postponement, and Storey Park signage.

• Supported 2025 golf membership rate increase (4-0)
• Approved minutes from October 1 and October 21, 2024 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:25 p.m. (4-0)

Treatment Plant Board

The board will consider approval of invoices totaling $416,007.64, including payments to Veolia and National Grid. They will also receive updates on the Aeration System Rotor Replacement Project, discuss Change Order #5 and Task Order #8, and review the annual report and capital plan. The plant manager will present a report.

• Approval of invoices totaling $416,007.64, including $346,081.56 to Veolia for December
• Update on Aeration System Rotor Replacement Project
• Discussion of Change Order #5 and Task Order #8
• Review of annual report and capital plan
• Plant Manager's Report from Darlene Domingos

The Westborough Treatment Plant Board approved payments totaling about $1.6 million, including invoices and payroll. They also accepted prior meeting minutes and approved town invoicing. Discussions covered flow data, the BWALT trail, and the rotor project, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved minutes of November 13, 2024 regular meeting
• Approved updated October minutes
• Authorized payment of invoices and payroll totaling $1,604,672.54
• Approved Town Invoicing

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization holds a virtual public meeting to discuss and accept comments on Proposed Amendment #2 to the 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The amendment adjusts funding for a Worcester intersection design project and adds two new highway projects totaling $3.1 million: a Mill Street planning earmark and a Safe Streets and Roads demonstration project. Public comment is accepted until December 11, 2024.

• Reduce funding for Worcester intersection improvements at Lake Avenue and Bigelow Davis Parkway (design only) from $1,000,000 to $500,000 in FFY 2025
• Add $2,500,000 in HPP funding for Worcester Mill Street Planning & Design Earmark in FFY 2025
• Add $600,000 in SS4A funding for Worcester SS4A Action Plan and Worcester Main Street South Demonstration Project in FFY 2025
• Public comment on Proposed Amendment #2 accepted until 4:30 PM on December 11, 2024
• Virtual meeting via Zoom on December 10, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several development projects, including a large office building, a shared-use path, and a warehouse. They will also consider a certificate of compliance for a completed house and discuss accepting open space. The meeting includes continued hearings from previous sessions.

• Continued hearing for 140,000 sq ft office building at 700 Friberg Pkwy with parking, utilities, and stormwater infrastructure
• Continued hearing for BWALT Section 1 shared use path as proposed by the Department of Public Works
• Continued hearing for warehouse at 165 Flanders Rd with ancillary improvements
• New hearing for relocation of shed and construction of detached garage at 134 Milk Street
• Discussion and vote on accepting care and custody of open space at 190-212 Oak St

The Conservation Commission issued an Order of Conditions with Special Conditions for the 140,000 sq ft office building at 700 Friberg Parkway, including a waiver of the local wetlands bylaw. It also closed hearings and issued a Determination of Applicability for fuel tanks at 121 West Main St. Several other hearings were continued to January 14, and the Commission declined to accept care and custody of open space at 190-212 Oak St.

• Issued Order of Conditions with Special Conditions for 700 Friberg Pkwy (4-0, Norman abstained)
• Authorized waiver of Westborough Wetlands Protection Bylaw for 700 Friberg Pkwy (4-0, Norman abstained)
• Closed hearing and issued Determination of Applicability (Positive 2b, Negative 3 and 6) for 121 West Main St (5-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for BWALT Section 1 to Jan 14 (4-0, Norman abstained)
• Continued RDA hearing for 134 Milk St to Jan 14 (5-0)
• Continued NOI hearing for 165 Flanders Rd to Jan 14 (4-0, Norman abstained)
• Continued NOI hearing for 3 Blue Heron Ct to Jan 14 (4-0, Norman abstained)
• Declined to accept care and custody of open space at 190-212 Oak St (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Westborough Recreation Commission will meet on December 9, 2024, to vote on setting Golf Club membership rates for the 2025 season. They will also receive updates on the golf budget, building, course, community center, dog park, and fields and facilities. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Vote on 2025 Golf Club membership rates
• Golf Budget Update
• Golf Building Update
• Golf Course Update
• Approve minutes from October 1 and October 21, 2024

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for December 9, 2024 was cancelled. The administrative assistant requested cancellation because the date did not work for the commission. No substantive decisions were made.

• Cancelled the December 9, 2024 Recreation Commission meeting

Veterans' Advisory Board

The board will review minutes, receive updates from Veterans Service Officer Jeff Farrell, and discuss various initiatives including the community center/veterans space, Veterans Day, Hometown Heroes, clothing drive, Quilts of Valor, flag placements, and Veteran of the Year process. The meeting is open to the public.

• VSO Updates from Jeff Farrell
• Discussion on Community Center / Veterans space
• Review of Veterans Day activities (Mike Barretti)
• Update on Hometown Heroes (Paul Horrigan)
• Quilts of Valor presentation (Andy Toorock)

The Veterans Advisory Board convened on December 9, 2024, and reviewed its agenda, including updates from the Veterans Services Officer and planning for upcoming events. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with items such as the Veteran of the Year process marked as 'TBD' and the next meeting scheduled for January 13, 2025.

• Adopted minutes from prior meeting (no vote tally recorded)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 13, 2025 at Central One Credit Union

Council on Aging Board

The Westborough Council on Aging will receive updates on the Community Center Phase I design and construction timeline, the recruitment of a Senior and Social Services Director, and upcoming programs and services. The board will also consider approval of meeting minutes from November 4 and 12, 2024. No formal votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and information.

• Community Center Phase I design development and construction timeline update
• Senior and Social Services Director recruitment update
• Program and services updates from Outreach Case Manager and Program & Volunteer Coordinator
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 4 and November 12, 2024

The Council on Aging received updates on the Community Center project, including a planned temporary Library move-in this May that will delay Senior Center renovations, with Senior Center cost estimates to be presented on January 8, 2025. The Library and pool projects will be on the March Town Meeting Warrant. The Council approved minutes from November 4 and November 12, 2024, and discussed but did not decide on having a member attend the monthly Breakfast with the Select Board.

• Approved minutes of November 4, 2024 (motion passed)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 special meeting (motion passed)
• Discussed but took under advisement having a Council member attend monthly Breakfast with Select Board

Sustainable Westborough

The committee will review and approve past minutes, receive updates from the Sustainability Coordinator, and discuss the CLP Program, the WPC Adder, the WEAF, and building projects. Public comments will be taken at the start. No votes on ordinances or contracts are listed.

• CLP Program Update (45-minute discussion)
• WPC Adder discussion (15 minutes)
• WEAF Update (10 minutes)
• Building Projects update (10 minutes)
• Sustainability Coordinator report

The committee approved the November 18, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-1) and heard updates on tree planting (75 trees planted, 150 planned), a $60 million state grant opportunity for Climate Leader Communities, and the Westborough Environmental Action Fair scheduled for March 29. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved 11/18/2024 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Trustees of Soldiers Memorials

The Trustees of Soldiers Memorials are holding an emergency meeting to consider and approve the final design for the Nourse Street Monument. No other business is on the agenda.

• Approval of final design for Nourse St Monument build

At an emergency meeting on December 9, 2024, the Trustees of Soldiers Memorials approved a revised design for the top of the new monument at Nourse Street Cemetery. The design features an eagle with spread wings and talons attached to a partial sphere, as submitted by the monument company. The meeting was held because the company was ready to begin construction and needed a decision on the revised top.

• Approved revised monument design with eagle on partial sphere (motion by Spofford, seconded by Gallinagh)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Spofford, seconded by Corcoran)

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will hold a public hearing on the Superintendent's proposed budget, followed by discussion and a vote on a bus contract bid. The meeting also includes a citizen request period and committee reports.

• Public hearing on Superintendent's proposed budget
• Discussion and vote on bus contract bid
• Citizens Request period at 7:15 pm
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2024

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest RECC is meeting to review design updates and financial status for the facility at 20 Phillips St. The body will discuss project schedules, invoices, and the removal of basement material involving HAZMAT investigation and remediation.

• Removal of basement material and HAZMAT investigation/remediation
• Review of 911 Grant financial status
• Review of invoices for TGAS and Colliers
• Status of Geotech contracts
• One-stop Departmental Review Meeting scheduled for January 8, 2024

Historical Commission

The Westborough Historical Commission will discuss a wayfinding sign project at Memorial Cemetery, cemetery stone cleaning and repair, and a commemorative booklet from the Trustees of Soldiers Memorials. Updates on CPA, MACRIS survey, and coordination with Design Review and Planning Boards are also on the agenda. The commission will vote on October 2024 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Memorial Cemetery wayfinding sign project
• Discussion of cemetery repair/stone cleaning
• Discussion of commemorative booklet by Mark Brady, Chair of Trustees of Soldiers Memorials
• CPA update from Peairs
• MACRIS/Survey-Westborough List update

Cultural Council

The Westborough Cultural Council will meet to approve meeting minutes from October and November, receive a budget update from the treasurer, and discuss old business including a draft job description for a Public Art Committee to be submitted to the Select Board. The council will also review grant proposals for fiscal year 2025.

• Approve October and November 2024 meeting minutes
• Budget update from treasurer Maureen Johnson
• Draft job description for Public Art Committee, prepare for Select Board approval
• Grant proposal review for fiscal year 2025

Disability Commission

The Commission on Disability will meet to approve previous minutes and hold general discussions. The body will specifically discuss outreach efforts and an Open Space Recreation meeting.

• Approval of minutes
• Outreach discussions
• Discussion regarding Open Space Recreation meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review proposed revisions to its Rules & Regulations and Section 6.2 of the Westborough Zoning Bylaw regarding Highway Business Zoning District Development Regulations. The board will also hear requests regarding lot releases and site plan reviews.

• Proposed revised Planning Board Rules & Regulations
• Proposed revisions to Section 6.2 Westborough Zoning Bylaw (Highway Business Zoning District)
• Special Permit/Site Plan Review application 24-03508 for 210 Turnpike Rd
• ANR Application for Old Colony & West Main St
• Lot Releases for Ridings II at Harvest Way

Recreation Commission

The Westborough Recreation Commission will vote on Golf Club membership rates for the 2025 season. They will also receive updates on the golf budget, building, and course, as well as the community center, dog park, and fields and facilities. Minutes from October 1 and October 21, 2024, are up for approval.

• Vote on Golf Club membership rates for 2025 season
• Golf Budget Update
• Community Center Update
• Dog Park Update
• Approve minutes: October 1 and October 21, 2024

Library Building Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss options for temporary library space and a proposal for a book drop redesign. The session includes a report on a community center walkthrough and updates on library relocation services.

• Proposal for book drop redesign
• Discussion of temporary space options
• Report on community center walkthrough
• Update on library relocation services
• LBC web site updates

Economic Development Committee

The Westborough Economic Development Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to continue planning the Year in Review Event, including awards and venue selection, with a vote to approve the event. They will also interview two applicants for committee membership, review the Ambassador Program, and receive updates on the Business Grant Program, Branding and Wayfinding Project, and a transportation survey.

• Continue discussion and vote on Year in Review Event (awards, keynote speaker, venue)
• Introduction of EDC applicants Gunjan Lalaji and Eslam Ellaban
• Ambassador Program update, including recognition and planning for January 2025
• Business Grant Program application reminder
• Branding and Wayfinding Project public meeting recap and Transportation Survey update

Trustees of Soldiers Memorials

The Trustees of Soldiers Memorials will meet to review quotes for engraving and the cleaning of World War I and II monuments. The body will also discuss a survey of all monuments for necessary repairs and an update on the Nourse St. Cemetery monument.

• Engraving quotes for Tom Blackney
• Cleaning quotes from Whitinsville for WW1 & 2 monuments
• Survey of all monuments for cleaning and repair work
• Nourse St. Cemetery monument update
• Historical Commission project with Christian Hedrick

Capital Expenditure Planning Committee

The Capital Expenditure Planning Committee will discuss ratings of FY2026 capital project requests and funding recommendations, then finalize the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. The committee will also approve several sets of minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion of committee ratings for FY2026 capital project requests
• Finalization of FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of minutes from November 30, 2023
• Approval of minutes from December 11, 2023
• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2024, November 18, 2024, and November 25, 2024

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The Active Transportation & Safety Committee will review updates on the BWALT trail and downtown rotary plans. The body will also discuss road safety initiatives including speed limits and school walk audits.

• BWALT Story Map and construction updates
• Site plan review for 210 Turnpike Road
• Status of Downtown/Rotary Plans
• Vulnerable Road Users (4’ passing) signs
• High School walk audit for Safe Routes to Schools

Westborough Housing Authority

The Westborough Housing Authority will vote on approving a $490,000 low bid for FISH 328061 and on administrative fees and laundry options. The board will also receive reports on energy audits, annual unit inspections, and roof/gutter replacement at FISH 328060. Additionally, a biennial rent re-determination policy has been approved by EOHLC, and a new Resident Service Coordinator will start on December 2nd.

• Vote on $490,000 low bid approval for FISH 328061
• Vote on administrative fees and laundry option review
• Energy audit projects update
• FISH 328060 roof and gutter replacement and FISH 328062 veterans bathroom renovation
• Biennial rent re-determination policy approved by EOHLC

Disability Commission

The Commission on Disability will meet to approve previous minutes and hold general discussions. The body will specifically discuss outreach, the Open Space Recreation Meeting, and accessibility for the Holiday Stroll.

• Outreach discussions
• Open Space Recreation Meeting discussion
• Accessibility at the Holiday Stroll

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site visit at Ridings II (0 Harvest Way) to prepare for lot releases. No testimony, discussion, or minutes will be taken; this is a procedural inspection only.

• Site visit at 0 Harvest Way (Ridings II) for lot release preparation

Youth Commission

The Westborough Youth Commission is holding a routine meeting to vote on a new chair and co-chair, approve minutes, and receive a youth report. Updates on the Holiday Store are also scheduled.

• Vote on chair and co-chair
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Youth report presentation
• Holiday Store updates

Capital Expenditure Planning Committee

The Capital Expenditure Planning Committee will elect a chair, then hear capital request presentations from the Conservation, Police, DPW, and School departments. Also on the agenda are an update on the Community Center and discussion of project evaluation and funding prioritization.

• Election of committee chair
• Conservation Department capital request presentation by Director Jennifer Miller
• Police Department capital request presentation by Chief Todd Minardi
• DPW capital request presentation by Director Chris Payant
• Update on Community Center and potential capital projects by Town Manager Kristi Williams

Municipal Building Committee

The Municipal Building Committee will review and potentially close out the Forbes Building project. Other agenda items include approving past meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Forbes Building – Project Closeout discussion

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The WRTA Advisory Board is meeting on November 21, 2024 via webinar. The agenda consists only of standard procedural items: Chairperson's Comments, Business from the Public, Administrator's Report, and Advisory Board Members Comments. No specific votes, proposals, or financial items are listed. The meeting is routine and open to public comment.

• No specific votes, ordinances, or contracts with dollar amounts are on the agenda
• Public comment accepted via email, phone, or Zoom with 48-hour notice recommended
• Meeting held remotely under extended pandemic-era policies (referencing S.3007)
• Accommodation requests must be made 7 business days in advance

Library Board of Trustees

The Westborough Library Board of Trustees meets to receive a Director's Report, a Library Repair Project update from Ed Baldwin (including a recap of the November 19 Library Building Committee meeting), and standing agenda items. The meeting also includes Treasurer's and Secretary's Reports, Friends & Foundation updates, and planning for the next meeting's agenda. No specific votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Library Repair Project update from Ed Baldwin
• Recap of November 19 Library Building Committee meeting
• Director's Report
• Treasurer's Report and Secretary's Report
• Friends & Foundation update (if any)

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will consider approving Proposed Adjustment #1 to the FFY 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Highway Project Listing and releasing Proposed Amendment #2 for a 21-day public comment period. Members will also discuss the FFY 2026-2030 TIP development timeline, review the TIP Design Funding and MicroProjects applications, and hear a presentation on the economic impact of trails in the region. Staff updates and feedback on the state housing plan are also on the agenda.

• Potential action to approve Proposed Adjustment #1 to the FFY 2025-2029 TIP Highway Project Listing
• Potential action to release Proposed Amendment #2 to the FFY 2025-2029 TIP Highway Project Listing for 21-day public review
• Discussion of the FFY 2026-2030 TIP Development Timeline
• Economic Impact of Trails in the CMRPC Region presentation
• Update on grant awards/applications

MetroWest RECC

This is a project update meeting for the MetroWest RECC Westborough Facility at 20 Phillips St. The board will discuss State 911 Grant funds and district expenses, review design and programming updates, and consider a HAZMAT investigation. Other items include contract status, invoices, and schedule milestones.

• Discussion of State 911 Grant funds and district expenses
• Design and programming update for the Westborough facility
• HAZMAT investigation as new business
• Review of designer, geotech, and LB Communications contracts
• Financial status report and milestone schedule review

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to receive an update on EL Harvey and discuss new regulations regarding Bodyworks. The meeting also includes reports from the Sanitarian and Health Inspector.

• EL Harvey Update
• Discussion on new Bodyworks regulations
• Sanitarian Report
• Health Inspector’s Report

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review and decide on three sign applications: a ground sign for a Wellness Spa at 71 East Main Street, a ground sign for St. Luke’s Catholic Church at 70 West Main Street, and a wall sign for Westborough Liquor at 2 West Main Street. The board will also approve meeting minutes from July and August 2024.

• Sign application for ground sign, Wellness Spa, 71 East Main Street
• Sign application for ground sign, St. Luke’s Catholic Church, 70 West Main Street
• Sign application for wall sign, Westborough Liquor, 2 West Main Street
• Review and approval of meeting minutes: 7/23/2024 & 8/27/2024

Planning Board

The Westborough Planning Board will hold public hearings for a special permit to build a 2,400-square-foot drive-up coffee shop at 210 Turnpike Rd and a continuation of a site plan review at 165 Flanders Rd. The board will also vote on the Housing Production Plan and hold a public hearing to consider revisions to its Rules & Regulations and Section 6.2 of the Zoning Bylaw (Highway Business District).

• Public hearing for special permit/site plan review for a 2,400 sq ft drive-up coffee shop at 210 Turnpike Rd (Applicant: Sam Malafronte for 6 Humphrey Street Realty Trust)
• Continuation of site plan review for 165 Flanders Rd (Applicant: Andy Platt, Bohler Engineering)
• ANR (Approval Not Required) plan for 42-48 Lackey St (Applicant: Chuck Lane)
• Planning Board vote to approve the Housing Production Plan
• Public hearing to review proposed revised Planning Board Rules & Regulations and Section 6.2 Westborough Zoning Bylaw

Library Building Committee

The committee will receive an update on the total project cost, schedule, and reconciliation status for the library building project. Members will discuss the 100% design cost estimate and bid development, including the planned bid issue date. They will also consider temporary space needs and parking-related issues.

• Total project cost, schedule, and reconciliation status update
• 100% design document cost estimate review
• Bid development with confirmed planned bid issue date
• Temporary space update and identification of library relocation services
• Parking discussion as part of other project updates

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to count federal write-in ballots from the November 5, 2024, State Election. The board will also discuss any current issues or concerns.

• Counting of Federal Write-in Ballots from the November 5, 2024, State Election

Economic Development Committee

The Westborough Economic Development Committee is meeting virtually to review and vote on a letter regarding a single tax rate. The meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2024.

• Vote to approve Letter for Single Tax Rate

Advisory Finance Committee

The Westborough Advisory Finance Committee will discuss and vote on ARPA fund recommendations, review improvements to the R&R Book, and cover budget topics including FY26 budget planning, FY25 updates, and a tax classification hearing. Public comment will be taken. The meeting will also approve minutes from prior meetings and hear liaison reports.

• Discussion and vote on ARPA Recommendations
• Recommendation for improvements to the R&R Book
• FY26 Budget Planning discussion
• Tax classification hearing (public hearing)
• Approval of minutes from Oct 7, Oct 10, Oct 21

Capital Expenditure Planning Committee

The Capital Expenditure Planning Committee will review capital requests from four town departments—Recreation, Fire, Planning, and Conservation—as part of the capital planning process. The committee will also elect a chair and set future meeting dates. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for presentations and discussion.

• Election of Chair
• Review of Capital Planning Process
• Recreation Department capital request presentation by Director Jennifer Kirkland
• Fire Department capital request presentation by Chief Patrick Purcell
• Planning and Conservation departments capital request presentations

Sustainable Westborough

The Sustainable Westborough committee will meet to discuss sustainability updates and building projects. The body is scheduled to review and approve the Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Policy.

• Review and Approval of the Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Policy
• Sustainability Coordinator Update
• CLP Program Update
• WPC Adder discussion
• WEAF Update

Municipal Building Committee

The Westborough Municipal Building Committee will receive updates on three ongoing projects: the Golf Club Building at 121 West Main Street, the Regional Emergency Communications Center at 20 Phillips Street, and the Community Center at 1500 Union Street. The committee will also review minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting and discuss the Forbes Building project closeout. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for informational updates.

• Golf Club Building (121 West Main Street) – update
• Regional Emergency Communications Center (20 Phillips Street) – update
• Community Center (1500 Union Street) – update
• Forbes Building – project closeout

Westborough Affordable Housing Trust

The Westborough Affordable Housing Trust will hear updates on HB Cottages, review program progress including the Westborough Emergency Rental Assistance Program (WRAP) and the HomeBorough Downpayment Assistance Program (DPA), and discuss an ARPA funding application. Members will also review financial statements and future meeting dates.

• Update on HB Cottages development
• Westborough Emergency Rental Assistance Program (WRAP) update
• HomeBorough Downpayment Assistance Program (DPA) update
• ARPA funding application discussion
• FY24 financial statement status review

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will discuss the initial draft of the budget and an ARPA funding application. The Superintendent will provide updates on English Language Learners, Ballot Question 2 information from DESE, and the Sugar Shack. The committee will also consider approving meeting minutes from October 16 and 30.

• Budget Initial Draft Presentation
• ARPA funding application discussion
• Superintendent's update on English Language Learners
• Information on Ballot Question 2 from DESE
• Update from the Sugar Shack; approve minutes from Oct. 16 and Oct. 30

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will meet to discuss the initial budget draft and an AARPA funding application. The Superintendent will provide updates on English Language Learners and Ballot Question 2.

• Budget Initial Draft Presentation
• AARPA funding application discussion
• Ballot Question 2 information from DESE
• English Language Learners update
• Approval of October 16 and October 30 minutes

Treatment Plant Board

This regular monthly meeting of the Westborough Treatment Plant Board includes approval of October minutes and review of $664,005.76 in invoices from Veolia, National Grid, and others. The board will hear an administrator's report covering the BWALT project, aeration system rotor replacement, FY26 budget, town invoicing, change order #5, task orders #7 and #8, limit accounts, capital plan, and an F150 plow truck purchase from Flood Ford of Narragansett for $43,919. The plant manager will also report.

• Review of $664,005.76 in outstanding invoices, including Veolia payments totalling over $600,000
• Discussion of the Aeration System Rotor Replacement Project update
• FY26 Budget discussion as part of administrator's report
• Purchase of F150 plow truck from Flood Ford of Narragansett for $43,919
• Change Order #5 and Task Orders #7 and #8 to be discussed

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold multiple public hearings, including a new hearing for the BWALT Section 1 shared-use path, continued hearings for a warehouse and a 140,000 sq ft office building, and a request to extend conditions for a brewing facility. They will also consider certificates of compliance for several previously approved projects and an emergency certification for water main repairs.

• New hearing for BWALT Section 1 shared-use path construction
• Continued hearing for 140,000 sq ft office building at 700 Friberg Pkwy
• Request to extend Order of Conditions for brewing facility at 66 Otis St
• Emergency certification for water main break repair at 29 Research Dr
• New hearings for after-the-fact filings: fuel tanks at 121 West Main St, grading at 23 Quick Farm Rd, driveway replacement at 58 Warren St, and monitoring wells at Turnpike Rd

Council on Aging Board

The Westborough Council on Aging will hold a meeting to discuss the job description and recruitment process for the Senior Center Executive Director position. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Senior Center Executive Director job description and recruitment process

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting a site visit at 210 Turnpike Rd to review details for a Special Permit/Site Plan Review application. No testimony or discussion will occur, and no minutes will be taken. This is a preparatory meeting; no decisions will be made.

• Site visit at 210 Turnpike Rd for a Special Permit/Site Plan Review application

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The Active Transportation & Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a special permit for 210 Turnpike Road. The body will develop recommendations and suggestions for the Planning Board regarding this site.

• 210 Turnpike Road Special Permit recommendations

Central Massachusetts Veterans' Services District

The Central Massachusetts Veterans' Services District Board will discuss preparation of the FY26 district budget and the selection and interview process for a Veteran Agent. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom.

• FY26 District Budget preparation
• Veteran Agent selection and interview process

Board of Registrars

The Westborough Board of Registrars will meet to discuss and vote on any provisional ballots cast and any ballots postmarked by November 5, 2024, but not received before the polls closed in the General Election held that day.

• Review and vote on provisional ballots from the Nov. 5, 2024 General Election
• Count and decide on ballots postmarked by Nov. 5 but received after polls closed

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will meet to review grant proposals for fiscal year 2025. The body will also discuss a draft job description for the Public Art Committee to be submitted to the Select Board.

• Review of FY2025 grant proposals
• Draft job description for Public Art Committee
• Budget updates from treasurer Maureen Johnson

Economic Development Committee

The committee will meet to decide on awards and venues for the Year in Review event. Members will also receive updates on the Branding and Wayfinding Project and the Business Grant Program.

• Decision on Year in Review Event awards and venues
• Introduction of Economic Development Coordinator Lara Crawford
• Update on the online Business Grant Program Application
• Kickoff of the Branding and Wayfinding Project
• Introduction of the Holiday Passport & Stroll

Disability Commission

The Westborough Commission on Disability will hold a regular meeting to discuss outreach efforts, a planned Open Space Recreation meeting, and accessibility at the upcoming Holiday Stroll. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and hold a general discussion.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Outreach discussions
• Discussion about Open Space Recreation Meeting
• Accessibility at the Holiday Stroll

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding a special permit and a variance. These decisions determine if specific properties can deviate from standard zoning bylaws.

• Special Permit for 96 Fisher Street – Dana & Greg Owens
• Continued Public Hearing: Variance for 6 Fox Lane – Sharad & Alka Yadav-Mehta

The Board of Appeals approved a special permit for a 24'x36' addition to the house at 96 Fisher Street, totaling approximately 1,440 square feet, on a non-conforming lot. The board also continued the variance hearing for 6 Fox Lane to January 6, 2025, to allow the owners to propose relocating a hydroponics container and installing a fence.

• Approved special permit for 1,440 sq ft addition at 96 Fisher Street (3-0)
• Continued variance hearing for 6 Fox Lane to January 6, 2025 (3-0)

Veterans' Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board will convene to review minutes from October 7 and receive updates from the Veterans Services Officer. Discussions will cover the Community Center/Veterans space, Veterans Day, Veterans Corner, Hometown Heroes, a clothing drive, Quilts of Valor, and flag placement/retrieval. The meeting is largely procedural, focused on planning upcoming events and board member reviews.

• Review of October 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Veterans Day planning with Mike Barretti
• Flag placement on rotary November 2 and retrieval November 16
• Quilts of Valor update by Andy Toorock
• Hometown Heroes update by Paul Horrigan

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging will meet to review previous minutes and discuss current programs and the Veteran’s Luncheon. The board will also address the FY’26 budget and Thanksgiving plans. The meeting will be followed by a public presentation on the Community Center.

• FY’26 Budget discussion
• Update on current programs
• Veteran’s Luncheon
• Public presentation on the Community Center

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The Active Transportation & Safety Committee will meet remotely to consider a town-wide 25 mph speed limit, a Vision Zero plan, and crosswalk improvements. They will also review the site plan for 210 Turnpike Road, receive updates on the Bay State Westborough Active Transportation Link (BWALT), and discuss downtown rotary plans, vulnerable road user signs, and Safe Routes to Schools. The meeting includes approval of minutes from June and September 2024.

• Site plan review for 210 Turnpike Road
• Discussion of 25 mph town-wide speed limit proposal
• Vision Zero / Active Transportation Plan update
• Crosswalk improvements project
• BWALT story map and public engagement update

Trustees of Soldiers Memorials

The Trustees of Soldiers Memorials will meet on November 4, 2024, to handle routine business including approval of prior minutes and updates on old and new matters. Old business includes a Nourse Street monument update, reimbursement of $239 to the Garden Club, and a current budget of $3,261 through June 2025. New business involves ordering a Tom Blackney engraving and a Forbes Monument cleaning estimated at $400, plus planning for Veterans Day flags.

• Nourse St. monument update (per prior minutes)
• Tom Blackney Global War on Terror engraving quotes and order
• Reimbursement of $239 to the Garden Club approved
• Budget at $3,261 through June 2025
• Forbes Monument cleaning (WWII & attached) estimated at $400

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes and discuss property classifications. The board will also review a tax and lien release for a specific property and vote on statutory exemptions in executive session.

• Rollback Tax and Lien Release for 57 Spring Road
• Gateway Letter of Authorization
• Classification discussion
• Abatements
• Statutory Exemptions vote

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest RECC District will discuss design and programming updates, a sustainability review, and input from the Historic Commission for the Westborough facility at 20 Phillips St. The team will also review contract language for the designer and geotech, a new land survey contract, invoices, financial status, and the milestone schedule.

• Designer update covering design, programming, and sustainability review
• Historic Commission input on the project
• Contract language review for designer and geotechnical services
• Review of new Land Survey contract
• Financial status report and milestone schedule review

School Committee

The School Committee will receive updates on budget planning, MCAS results, and the Assabet Valley Collaborative. Members will discuss proposals for a batting cage at Mill Pond and a sports wall, alongside a capital presentation.

• Budget Planning Update
• MCAS Results
• Assabet Valley Collaborative (AVC) 1st Quarterly Update
• Batting Cage at Mill Pond proposal
• Sports Wall Proposal

Disability Commission

The Westborough Commission on Disabilities will meet on October 29, 2024, primarily for discussions. Agenda items include approving past minutes, outreach planning, a discussion about the Open Space Recreation Meeting, and accessibility improvements for the Holiday Stroll. No votes on ordinances or spending are scheduled.

• Discussion about Open Space Recreation Meeting
• Accessibility at the Holiday Stroll
• Outreach discussions
• General discussion

Library Building Committee

The committee will discuss the overall project status, including the 100% design document cost estimate and bid development. Members will also review specific building updates and the search for a temporary location.

• 100% design doc cost estimate
• Book return and Parkman Street entrance discussion
• Temporary location search
• Construction parking at St Lukes Church and Congregational Church lots
• Historic Commission update on salvaged slate roof material

Youth Commission

The Westborough Youth Commission is holding a regular hybrid meeting to welcome new members, approve minutes from the previous meeting, and receive updates on community engagement, programming, and SYFS (Westborough Youth and Family Services). The meeting also includes a youth report and time for public comment.

• Welcome and introduction of new Youth Commission members
• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024 meeting
• Community engagement and programming updates
• SYFS (Westborough Youth and Family Services) updates
• Youth report from commission members

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee is meeting solely in executive session pursuant to state law to discuss the deployment of security personnel, devices, or strategies. No public business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Executive session under MGL Chapter 30A Section 21(a), purpose (4) to discuss security personnel and devices

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

The Westborough Local Emergency Planning Committee will consider approving minutes from December 2023 and receive updates on hazard mitigation planning, the Worcester Regional Resources Round Table, and a specific hazardous materials response that occurred on September 4, 2024. A public open forum is scheduled.

• Acceptance of meeting minutes from December 5, 2023
• Hazard Mitigation Planning update
• Worcester Regional Resources Round Table (W3RT) update
• Review of hazardous materials response on 09/04/2024

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest RECC is meeting to review design, programming, and sustainability updates for the Westborough Facility. The body will also review project invoices, financial status, and contract language for the designer, geotech, and land survey services.

• Design and programming update for 20 Phillips St
• Sustainability review
• Historic commission update
• Contract language review for Designer, Geotech, and Land Survey
• Review of financial status report and invoices

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss several preservation and maintenance projects. The agenda includes a presentation on library roof repairs and discussions regarding cemetery signage and stone cleaning.

• LPAArchitects presentation on Westboro Public Library roof repair project
• Memorial Cemetery Wayfinding Sign discussion
• Cemetery repair and stone cleaning discussion
• MACRIS/Survey-Westborough List discussion
• Review of Design Review Board and Planning Board meetings

Westborough Housing Authority

The Board will review the Executive Director's report on facility projects and vote on several administrative policies. The meeting includes approvals for check registers and a certificate of final completion for a project.

• Votes on Personnel Policy, Biennial Rent Re-Determination Policy, and Lockout Policy
• Vote on Admin Fees
• Vote on FISH 328063 Certificate of Final Completion (CFC)
• Discussion of mini-split project and insulation at Veterans (200)
• Discussion of FISH 328062 Veterans Bathroom remodel

Council on Aging Board

The Westborough Council on Aging is meeting to discuss the design plans for the Community Center. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of design plans for Community Center

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet during the Fall Town Meeting to discuss and act on items on the warrant, and to offer comment to voters. The agenda is procedural with no specific items detailed.

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and prepare for the Special Fall Town Meeting, including review of warrant articles and development of report and recommendations. After discussion, the committee will participate in the Special Town Meeting itself.

• Discussion of warrant articles for Special (Fall) Town Meeting
• Preparation of Finance Committee report and recommendations
• Participation in the Special Town Meeting at Westborough High School

Recreation Commission

The Westborough Recreation Commission will hear updates on two articles — one regarding the Community Center and one regarding the Golf Club — that are set for a vote at the Town Fall Meeting. The meeting will be held virtually on October 21, 2024.

• Update on Community Center Article for Town Fall Meeting II Vote
• Update on Golf Club Meeting Article for Town Fall Meeting II Vote
• Next meeting scheduled for December 3, 2024 at 6:30pm at the Community Center

Municipal Building Committee

The Municipal Building Committee will discuss updates for the Golf Club Building, Regional Emergency Communications Center, and Community Center. Members will consider motions regarding the Golf Club Building's construction path and an invoice from BFE. The committee will also discuss relocating the library to the Community Center.

• Vote on renovation vs. rebuild for Golf Club Building (121 West Main Street)
• Approval of BFE invoice for Golf Club Building
• Library relocation discussion for Community Center (1500 Union Street)
• Update on Regional Emergency Communications Center (20 Phillips Street)
• Project closeout for Forbes Building

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The provided document is an open meeting notice for the WRTA Advisory Board. It contains no specific agenda items, proposals, or decisions to be discussed.

Council on Aging Board

The Westborough Council on Aging is holding an emergency meeting. The sole agenda item is a presentation of design plans for the Community Center. No decisions are scheduled; the item is listed as a presentation only.

• Presentation of design plans for Community Center

Sustainable Westborough

The committee will discuss and receive updates on several ongoing initiatives, including the Climate Leaders Program, the Westborough Power Choice municipal electricity aggregation, and building projects for the Community Center, Golf Course, and schools. Planning for the Environmental Action Fair and archival of committee documents are also on the agenda. Public input will be taken at the start of the meeting.

• Climate Leaders Program – 30-minute discussion
• Westborough Power Choice updates on municipal electricity aggregation
• Building project updates: Community Center, Golf Course, School Projects
• Environmental Action Fair planning
• Document archive discussion

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee cancelled its October 16, 2024 meeting. No votes or discussions were held. The planned agenda items—reviewing prior minutes, a Town Meeting slide presentation, and voting on recommendations for warrant articles—were not addressed.

• Meeting cancelled; originally scheduled to review minutes of September 23, 2024
• Town Meeting slide presentation on Master Plan progress was not given
• Vote on recommendations for Town Meeting warrant articles did not occur

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will meet virtually to approve previous meeting minutes, consider adopting the Title VI Program, and receive updates on a Functional Classification study and upcoming grant opportunities for Safe Streets and a Regional Housing and Transportation Plan. Public comment will be accepted.

• Approval of September 18, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Election Results for Northeast and West Subregion Representatives
• Potential Action: Approval of Title VI Program
• Functional Classification Update Presentation
• Discussion of upcoming RFPs: Safe Streets for All and Access to Regional Housing and Transportation Plan

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will meet on October 16, 2024, to consider action items including a vote to endorse a revised Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Policy. The agenda also includes a superintendent's update on Chapter 70 and Circuit Breaker funding, an enrollment update, and results of the Metrowest Youth Risk Survey. Public comment and committee reports are scheduled.

• Vote to endorse revised ZEV Policy (redlined version attached)
• Superintendent's update on Chapter 70 and Circuit Breaker funding
• Enrollment update
• Metrowest Youth Risk Survey results
• Approval of Budget Summit Meeting Minutes of 9.26.24 and Meeting Minutes of 10.2.24

Board of Health

The Westborough Board of Health will hold a regular meeting on October 15, 2024, at 5:45 p.m. The agenda includes a presentation on paint stewardship, an update from the Central Mass Mosquito Control Project, and consideration of a permit extension for E.L. Harvey. The board will also receive reports from the director, sanitarian, and health inspector.

• 5:45 p.m. Paint Stewardship discussion with Tom Irwin
• 6:00 p.m. Central Mass Mosquito Control Project Update
• 6:15 p.m. E.L. Harvey Permit Extension
• 6:30 p.m. Directors, Sanitarian, and Health Inspector Reports
• 6:45 p.m. Following Meeting Date and Adjournment

Advisory Finance Committee

The Westborough Advisory Finance Committee will discuss and vote on warrant articles for the October 21 Special Town Meeting. They will also approve the AFC STM Report booklet for printing and cover budget topics including FY26 planning and FY24 wrap-up. The meeting includes public comment and liaison reports.

• Discussion and vote on Special Town Meeting warrant articles
• Approval of AFC STM Report & Recommendations booklet for print
• Budget topics: FY26 Budget Planning, FY25 updates, FY24 wrap-up
• Public comment period at 7:05 PM
• Approval of available minutes from prior meetings

Westborough Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will vote on whether to support two zoning bylaw amendments for Fall Town Meeting: Inclusionary Zoning (Article 17) and Highway Business Zoning District Development (Article 18). They will also discuss next steps and funding for the HB Cottages project, update affordable housing program criteria, and receive program updates on 3 Baylor Ave, WRAP, and HomeBorough DPA. An executive session is scheduled to consider the purchase or lease of property at 15 Parkman Street.

• Vote on support for Article 17 (Inclusionary Zoning) and Article 18 (Highway Business Zoning) for Fall Town Meeting
• Discussion of HB Cottages next steps and funding
• Update on Affordable Housing program criteria from CPC
• Program updates: 3 Baylor Ave, WRAP rental assistance, HomeBorough DPA
• Executive session on real property at 15 Parkman Street

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest RECC is meeting to review the project status of the facility at 20 Phillips St. The body will discuss designer updates, review invoices, and evaluate contract award recommendations.

• Review and approval of invoices
• Contract status and recommendations to award
• LB Communications insurance waiver
• Financial status report
• Review of milestone schedule

Cultural Council

The Westborough Cultural Council will review the 2024 Arts in Common event and discuss potential dates for 2025. The body will also address budget updates and the formation of a Public Art Committee.

• Review of 2024 Arts in Common performers, food, activities, and artists
• Discussion of Arts in Common 2025 dates
• Budget updates from Treasurer Maureen Johnson
• Drafting a job description for a Public Art Committee for Selectboard approval
• Updates on 2024 Grant Allocation from MCC

Treatment Plant Board

The Westborough Treatment Plant Board will vote on approving invoices totaling $415,668.84, including payments to Veolia, National Grid, and Kearsarge. They will also hear an update on the aeration system rotor replacement project and begin discussions on the FY26 budget and capital plan.

• Approve invoices totaling $415,668.84, including $346,081.56 to Veolia (October) and $48,433.79 to National Grid (September)
• Discuss Change Order #5 and Task Order #7 with AECOM ($18,675.00)
• Review aeration system rotor replacement project update
• Begin FY26 budget planning and capital plan discussion
• Consider BWALT and town invoicing matters

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold hearings on several development projects, including a large office building and a warehouse. The body will also discuss a potential new Commissioner and the Silver Hollow Open Space.

• Construction of 140,000 square foot office building at 700 Friberg Pkwy
• Installation of a new warehouse and ancillary improvements at 165 Flanders Rd
• Response to Enforcement Order and pool installation at 3 Blue Heron Ct
• Certificate of Compliance for pool and grading at 14 Kendall Dr
• Discussion regarding Silver Hollow Open Space

Library Building Committee

The Westborough Public Library Building Committee will meet remotely to discuss a failed hot water pump and a proposal for Lutron Vive wireless lighting controls. They will also plan an update for Town Meeting and address other building-related issues.

• Failure of hot water pump on 10/01/2024
• Proposed Lutron Vive wireless lighting controls
• Plan for Town Meeting update/presentation
• Public forum for resident comments
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Board of Appeals

The Westborough Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance application from Sharad & Alka Yadav-Mehta to place a portable hydroponic container at 6 Fox Lane, which would encroach on the front setback. The board will also continue a previous hearing for a variance on Old Colony & West Main Street by Russell Phipps.

• Variance request for 6 Fox Lane (Sharad & Alka Yadav-Mehta) to place a portable hydroponic container, encroaching on the front setback
• Continuation of variance hearing for property at Old Colony & West Main Street (Russell Phipps)

Veterans' Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board will meet on October 7, 2024, to review minutes, receive VSO updates, and discuss several upcoming events. Key items include planning for Veterans Day, flag placement on Nov 2 and retrieval on Nov 16, and other community activities. No binding decisions are expected; the board will coordinate and recommend actions.

• Flag placement at rotary on Sat Nov 2 @ 0900 and retrieval from rotary and town cemeteries on Sat Nov 16 @ 0900
• Veterans Day planning led by Mike Barretti
• Clothing drive and Quilts of Valor updates from Paul Horrigan and Andy Toorock
• Community Center / Veterans space discussion
• Hometown Heroes program update from Paul Horrigan

Council on Aging Board

The Westborough Council on Aging will meet on October 7, 2024, at the Senior Center. Key items include a vote on supporting a Town Meeting article, updates on the Community Center, and discussion of fall programs. The meeting also includes introduction of a new member and a director's report.

• Introduction of new member Mirtha Leslie
• Vote on support of a Town Meeting article
• Community Center updates
• Fall programs discussion
• Director's report on MCOA Conference, Del Web Meeting, Wright's Farm Chaperone, and Retirement Plans

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will discuss and vote on articles for the October 21, 2024 Special Town Meeting warrant. They will also review the AFC STM report booklet, address budget planning for FY26, updates for FY25, and wrap-up for FY24, along with liaison reports and future agenda planning.

• Discussion and vote on articles for the October 21 Special Town Meeting warrant
• Review of AFC STM Report & Recommendations booklet
• Budget topics: FY26 planning, FY25 updates, FY24 wrap-up
• Approval of available minutes
• AFC Liaison Reports and Discussion

Trustees of Soldiers Memorials

The Trustees of Soldiers Memorials will review old business on completed monument cleaning and flag placements, and discuss new business including a proposed $3,500 budget for fiscal year 2025. Motions include approving a Garden Club request, adding Cpl. Tom Blackney's name to the War on Terror monument, and cleaning WWI & II monuments and benches. The board also plans to invite the Historical Commission and an advocate to a future meeting to begin creating a Westborough monuments publication.

• Motion to add Cpl. Tom Blackney name on War on Terror monument
• Fiscal year 2025 budget of $3,500
• Motion to approve Garden Club request from May 6 meeting
• Nourse St Cemetery monument review (bid, materials, flag)
• Motion to invite Historical Commission and Advocate for monuments publication

Open Space Preservation Committee

The Open Space Preservation Committee is conducting a stakeholder session led by Wayne Feiden of UMass Amherst. The body will discuss land needs, facility and programmatic needs, and 'Places of the Heart' as part of the Open Space & Recreation Plan (OSPR) update.

• OSPR Update stakeholder session led by Wayne Feiden (UMass Amherst)
• Discussion on land needs
• Discussion on facility and programmatic needs

Library Board of Trustees

The Westborough Public Library Board of Trustees will hear a Director's Report, an update on the Library Repair Project, and a presentation on library branding. They will also review open items, suggestion box feedback, and treasurer/secretary reports. The meeting includes a public forum and updates from the Friends & Foundation.

• Library Repair Project update with recap of September LBC meetings
• Library Branding presentation by Kate Coraccio
• Suggestion Box feedback review
• Treasurer’s Report and Secretary’s Report
• Friends & Foundation update (if any)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss and review the draft Community Preservation Plan. Members will also discuss the application process and a community engagement meeting. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Fall Town Meeting and Warrant.

• Review of Draft Community Preservation Plan
• Review of draft application process
• Planning for Community Engagement Meeting
• Discussion of Fall Town Meeting and Warrant

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will hold its regular meeting on October 2, 2024. They will vote on endorsing a revised Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) policy and on MASC resolutions, as well as approve minutes. Discussion items include the preliminary budget, the superintendent's evaluation process and goals, and a revised ZEV policy. The superintendent will also recognize a Mill Pond teacher's conservation award and WHS National Banner recognition.

• Vote to endorse revised ZEV policy
• Preliminary budget discussion
• Vote on MASC resolutions
• Superintendent's evaluation process and goals
• Mill Pond teacher receives Mass Audubon Conservation Teacher Award

Planning Board

The Westborough Planning Board will hold public hearings on three minor site applications (1 Gleason St, Lackey St, 49 Arch St). The main item is a continuation of the public hearing on a proposed zoning bylaw amendment to replace the existing multifamily dwellings section with an Inclusionary Zoning Bylaw aimed at encouraging affordable housing. The board will also vote on recommendations for two Town Meeting articles: Article #11 to transfer funds to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund and Article #14 for a trail easement at 50 Otis St.

• Continuation of public hearing on Inclusionary Zoning Bylaw to replace Section 6.1
• Recommendation on Town Meeting Article #11 – Transfer to Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Recommendation on Town Meeting Article #14 – Trail Easement for 50 Otis St
• Public hearings on minor applications: 1 Gleason St (de minimis modification), Lackey St (Approval Not Required), 49 Arch St (Approval Not Required)
• Administrative business: Director updates, committee appointments, minutes approval

Recreation Commission

The Westborough Recreation Commission will discuss updates to the golf course building project and a fall town meeting warrant. They will also review the Community Center move and building updates, as well as the Open Space Plan. The commission will vote to approve minutes from August 29 and September 3, 2024.

• Golf course building project updates
• Fall Town Meeting warrant discussion
• Community Center move and building updates
• Open Space Plan updates
• Vote to approve minutes from August 29 and September 3, 2024

Economic Development Committee

The Westborough Economic Development Committee will meet on October 1, 2024, to consider a vote to support a Highway Business District Zoning Article. Other business includes continuing discussion of a grant for Rocco's Doughnut Company and an update on the sewer moratorium. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person attendance at Town Hall and remote access via Teams.

• Vote to support Highway Business District Zoning Article
• Continuation of Economic Development Committee Grants – Rocco's Doughnut Company
• Update on Sewer Moratorium from Fred Lonardo
• Begin discussion of Annual Awards
• Vote to approve minutes from September 10, 2024

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will discuss and vote on articles for the Special Town Meeting (STM) warrant, review a report and recommendations document for the STM, and cover budget topics including FY26 planning and FY25/FY24 updates. The meeting is held in hybrid format at Town Hall.

• Discussion and vote on STM articles from the draft warrant
• Review of Report & Recommendations document for STM
• Budget topics: FY26 planning, FY25 updates, FY24 wrap-up
• Liaison reports from AFC members on other town boards

Library Board of Trustees

The Westborough Public Library Board of Trustees will meet remotely on Sunday, September 29 to discuss and potentially approve a Strategic Plan. This is the primary substantive item on the agenda aside from routine procedural matters.

• Discussion and Approval of Strategic Plan

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss and vote on the Town Manager's request for release of Overley. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, signing of deferral documents, and a vote on statutory exemptions. An executive session is planned.

• Discussion & vote on Town Manager's request for release of Overley
• Review and vote on statutory exemptions
• Taxpayers attending to sign deferral documents
• Approval and signing of meeting minutes
• Executive session

Advisory Finance Committee

The Westborough Select Board, Advisory Finance Committee, and School Committee meet jointly to review the FY2024 budget closeout and FY2025 update, and receive a presentation on the preliminary FY2026 budget including assumptions, staffing impacts, and capital planning. They will also hear updates on several building projects: regional emergency communication center, community center, library, golf club building, fire substation, and school building projects. The meeting includes a discussion of FY2026 goal setting.

• Presentation of preliminary FY2026 budget with assumptions and capital planning
• Building project updates for regional emergency communication center, community center, library, golf club, fire substation, and schools
• Discussion of debt and alternative funding sources for FY2026
• Review of FY2024 budget closeout and FY2025 update
• FY2026 goal setting discussion

Municipal Building Committee

The committee will receive updates on the Golf Club Building, Regional Emergency Communications Center, and Community Center. Members will also discuss the project closeout for the Forbes Building.

• Golf Club Building update
• Regional Emergency Communications Center update
• Community Center update
• Forbes Building project closeout

School Committee

The Select Board, Advisory Finance Committee, and School Committee are meeting to review the FY2024 budget closeout and the FY2025 and FY2026 budgets. The boards will discuss budget assumptions, staffing impacts, and capital planning. The meeting also includes updates on several town building projects.

• Presentation of Preliminary FY2026 Budget
• FY2024 Budget Closeout and FY2025 Budget Update
• Regional Emergency Communication Center building update
• Community Center, Library, Golf Club Building, and Fire Substation updates
• School Building Projects updates

MetroWest RECC

This is a regular project meeting for the MetroWest Regional Emergency Communications Center (RECC) facility at 20 Phillips St. The board will discuss and potentially approve a designer selection fee proposal (TGAS), review land surveyor and geotechnical engineer fee proposals, approve a Colliers invoice, and review the financial status and project schedule.

• Review TGAS fee proposal for designer selection
• Approve Colliers invoice (amount not specified)
• Review land surveyor fee proposals from Langan and Chess Engineering
• Review geotech engineer fee proposals from McPhail Assoc., Haley & Aldrich, and Thornton Thomasetti
• Review project milestone schedule and financial status report

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss several preservation and maintenance projects. The agenda includes a presentation on library roof repairs and discussions regarding cemetery signage and stone cleaning.

• LPAArchitects presentation on Westboro Public Library roof repair project
• Memorial Cemetery Wayfinding Sign discussion
• Cemetery repair and stone cleaning discussion
• MACRIS/Survey-Westborough List discussion
• Design Review Board and Planning Board meeting discussions

Westborough Housing Authority

The Westborough Housing Authority will vote on FY25 budgets for projects 400-1 and 689, the executive director salary calculation, and the executive director contract. Other actions include approving a wage match certification and a tenant personal property policy. The board will also receive updates on roof and fire panel projects, insulation work, and annual inspections.

• Vote on FY25 Budget 400-1 and FY25 Budget 689
• Vote on FY25 Executive Director Salary Calculation Worksheet
• Vote on Executive Director Contract
• Update on FISH 328060 Roof replacement at 705 Rogers Road
• Fire Panel Project (FISH 328061) approved to go out to bid

Disability Commission

The Westborough Commission on Disabilities is holding a meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes, outreach discussions, and general discussion. No specific proposals or decisions beyond routine business are noted.

• Approve minutes from prior meeting
• Outreach discussions
• General discussion

Central Massachusetts Veterans' Services District

The board will meet to discuss the FY25 budget planning and receive updates on the HERO Act. The meeting also includes a directors update and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• FY25 Budget Planning
• HERO Act Update
• Directors update

The Central Massachusetts Veterans Service District Board approved the June 11, 2024 meeting minutes and set a November 12, 2024 budget meeting for FY26. The board discussed the Hero Act's potential impacts, including possible increases in Chapter 115 requests and military buyback changes, and noted all four towns have accepted the double property tax exemption. They also discussed the FY26 budget, including salary increases, technology expenses, and postage costs, and agreed to explore using a credit card for homeless veterans' expenses.

• Approved June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Set Nov. 12, 2024 at 9:00am for FY26 budget meeting (zoom)
• Agreed to explore credit card for homeless veterans' expenses
• Agreed to reevaluate absorbing postage costs in district budget

Library Building Committee

The Westborough Public Library Building Committee will meet remotely to discuss interior finishes and updates on the total project cost based on a 100% design development estimate. Other topics include materials for the 1908 roof, potential use of a nearby church parking lot, and storm windows for the 1980 building. No final decisions are scheduled; the committee will also address temporary library location and HVAC coolant.

• Review of finishes/interior decor
• Update on total project cost for 100% DD cost estimate
• Material for 1908 roof (synthetic red slate)
• Potential use of congregational church parking lot
• Storm windows in 1980 building

The Library Building Committee voted unanimously to repurpose a planned local history storage room into a small meeting/study room, citing community need for study space and adequate existing storage. The committee also discussed HVAC refrigerants, storm windows, and construction parking, but took no formal action on those items. The project cost estimate stands at about $15.4 million, within the original $15.6 million figure.

• Approved repurposing local history storage room as meeting/study room (unanimous)
• Discussed but took no action on storm windows alternate ($103,000)
• Discussed but took no action on wireless lighting control system
• Discussed but took no action on using St. Luke's parking lot for construction workers

Youth Commission

The Westborough Youth Commission holds a regular hybrid meeting covering introductions, approval of prior meeting minutes, adult openings on the commission, a school drive update and community engagement, Westborough Youth & Family Services (SYFS) updates, a youth report, and scheduling future meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or funding items.

• Approval of Youth Commission minutes from prior meeting
• Discussion of adult vacancies on the Youth Commission
• School Drive update and community engagement
• SYFS (Westborough Youth & Family Services) updates
• Youth report and scheduling of future meeting dates

Advisory Finance Committee

The Westborough Advisory Finance Committee will discuss and vote on several Special Town Meeting (STM) articles, including FY25 Water Department Budget, Sewer Improvements, Stormwater Improvements, and an amendment to the Stormwater Bylaw. The committee will also review FY26 budget planning, FY25 updates, and receive liaison reports. Routine items include approval of minutes and future agenda discussions.

• Discussion and vote on FY25 Water Department Budget
• Discussion and vote on Sewer Improvements
• Discussion and vote on Stormwater Improvements
• Discussion and vote on amendment to Stormwater Bylaw
• FY26 Budget Planning and FY25 updates

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will meet to review minutes from July 22 and a slide presentation on Master Plan progress. No votes or new business are scheduled beyond routine updates.

• Review of prior meeting minutes (July 22, 2024)
• Review of Town Meeting slide presentation on Master Plan progress
• Discussion of any new or future business

Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee

The Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee cancelled its September 30 meeting. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled — no agenda items to report.

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will discuss and vote on several warrant articles for a pending Special Town Meeting, including adjustments to the FY25 Landfill Budget and Finance Department Budget, a Fire Department contract, the Community Preservation Budget, and Municipal Investments. The committee will also begin FY26 budget planning and review FY25 updates and FY24 wrap-up. Public comment will be taken at the start of the meeting.

• Vote on FY25 Landfill Budget Adjustment
• Vote on FY25 Finance Department Budget Adjustment
• Vote on Fire Department Contract
• Vote on Community Preservation Budget
• Vote on Municipal Investments

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board is meeting via conference call on September 19, 2024. The agenda consists only of standard items: chairperson's comments, public comment, administrator's report, and board members' comments. No specific proposals, contracts, or policy changes are listed for discussion.

• Meeting to include Chairperson’s Comments, Business from the Public, Administrator’s Report, and Advisory Board Member Comments
• Public comments accepted via email, phone, or Zoom with 48-hour notice requested
• Accommodations available with 7 business days' notice

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will vote on approving an international trip to Quebec and on naming an official delegate for the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC). They will also discuss MASC resolutions and Fall Town Meeting zoning articles, and receive updates on school improvement plans and emergency shelter sites.

• Vote on approval of international trip to Quebec, Canada, including permission form and brochure
• Discussion of Fall Town Meeting zoning articles
• Superintendent's update on emergency shelter sites
• School Improvement Plans for Fales, Armstrong, Hastings, Mill Pond, Gibbons, and Westborough High School
• Vote to appoint MASC official delegate

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss transportation safety and civil rights programs. The body may vote on safety targets for the WRTA and approve the Title VI Program and updated non-SOV targets.

• Potential concurrence with WRTA Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) targets
• Potential approval of Title VI Program
• Potential approval of updated 4-Year Non-SOV Targets
• Elections for CMMPO Northeast and West Subregion Representatives
• Age Friendly Progress Update presentation

Treatment Plant Board

The Westborough Treatment Plant Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on September 18, 2024, at 238 Turnpike Rd. The agenda includes approving minutes from August, reviewing outstanding invoices totaling $1,119,747.08, and receiving reports from the Administrator and Plant Manager. Topics under discussion include the BWALT project, aeration system rotor replacement, change orders, task orders, and the FY26 budget.

• Outstanding invoices include $1,038,244.68 to Veolia for July-August-September, $48,301.83 to National Grid, and $12,637.07 to Kearsarge
• AECOM Task Order #2.02 PO# 547638 for $7,505.98
• Discussion of Aeration System Rotor Replacement Project and Change Order #5
• Consideration of Local Limits, Capital Plan, and FY26 Budget
• Administrator's report includes BWALT, Task Order #7, and Town Invoicing

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on two proposed zoning bylaw amendments for the October 2024 Fall Town Meeting: replacing Section 6.2 with a new 'Highway Business Zoning District Development' bylaw to allow more flexibility in exchange for public benefits, and replacing Section 6.1 with an 'Inclusionary Zoning Bylaw' to consolidate affordable housing requirements. The board will also hear a presentation on the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan and continue public hearings for a special permit at 25 Connector Rd and a site plan review at 165 Flanders Rd.

• Public hearing on replacing Section 6.2 with 'Highway Business Zoning District Development' bylaw
• Public hearing on replacing Section 6.1 with 'Inclusionary Zoning Bylaw' for affordable housing
• Presentation of Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan by DPW Director Chris Payant
• Continuation of public hearing for Special Permit at 25 Connector Rd (applicant: Tyler Phelps, AVIA BOS Research Drive LLC)
• Continuation of public hearing for Site Plan Review at 165 Flanders Rd (applicant: Andy Platt, Bohler Engineering)

The Planning Board closed the public hearing and granted a special permit for converting the hotel at 25 Connector Rd into 109 residential apartments, with conditions including 25% affordable units and a $40,000 sidewalk contribution. The board also voted to recommend two zoning articles for the October Town Meeting and continued the site plan review for 165 Flanders Rd to October 15.

• Granted special permit for 25 Connector Rd residential conversion (4-0-1, Kelleher abstained)
• Closed public hearing for 25 Connector Rd special permit (5-0)
• Continued site plan review for 165 Flanders Rd to 10/15/24 (5-0)
• Recommended Zoning Article 17 (Highway Business 6.2 open space flexibility) for Town Meeting (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Zoning Article 16 (Inclusionary Zoning) to 10/1/24 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 8/20/24 and 9/3/24 (5-0)

Library Building Committee

The Library Building Committee is meeting to review and approve a Request for Proposals (RFP) for temporary space. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Review and approval of RFP for temporary space

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will discuss and vote on Special Town Meeting articles, including an FY25 Police Budget Adjustment and Zoning Bylaws. They will also cover FY26 budget planning, FY25 updates, and FY24 wrap-up. Public comment will be taken at 7:05 PM.

• Discussion and vote on FY25 Police Budget Adjustment (Chief Todd Minardi)
• Discussion and vote on Zoning Bylaws (Planning Director Jenny Gingras)
• Other Special Town Meeting articles on the draft warrant
• FY26 Budget Planning discussion
• FY25 budget updates and FY24 wrap-up

The Advisory Finance Committee discussed several Special Town Meeting warrant articles, including a police department budget transfer, inclusionary zoning, and highway business zoning changes, but took no votes on these items. The committee deferred decisions until after upcoming hearings and further input from the Town Manager. The only votes taken were to approve the previous meeting minutes and to adjourn.

• Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0-1, Clapp abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0-0)
• Deferred vote on Police Department expense transfer (Article 2) until after Town Manager speaks Thursday
• Deferred vote on Inclusionary Zoning bylaw (Article 16) until after public hearing
• Deferred vote on Highway Business Zoning District changes (Article 17) until after public hearing

Veterans' Advisory Board

The Westborough Veterans' Advisory Board will discuss planning for Veterans Day 2024, including a draft schedule and selection of Veteran of the Year and a speaker. They will also review community input sessions from the Veterans Center and updates on Hometown Heroes, Quilts of Valor, and American Legion activities. The board will address a scheduling conflict for the next meeting due to Columbus Day.

• Veterans Day 2024 planning: draft schedule, Veteran of the Year, speaker
• Discussion of community input sessions held for Veterans Center
• Hometown Heroes program update
• Quilts of Valor update
• Board member additions status and discussion

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee is holding a retreat meeting that includes professional development and team building. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss complaints against a public officer, employee, or staff member, and to review past executive session minutes. No public votes or substantive decisions are expected during the open portion.

• Executive session to discuss complaints under MGL Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)
• Executive session to review and approve past executive session minutes
• Professional development and goal-setting session for committee members

Municipal Building Committee

The Municipal Building Committee will discuss updates regarding renovation and new construction options for the Golf Club building. The body will also review restaurant consultant options and approve invoices. Updates on the Regional Emergency Communications Center and Community Center are on the agenda.

• Golf Club Building renovation and new construction options
• Golf Club restaurant consultant options
• Regional Emergency Communications Center update
• Community Center update
• Forbes Building project closeout

The Municipal Building Committee voted 6-0 to move forward with a Town Meeting request for full design funding for the golf club building at 121 West Main Street, including a food services consultant, an owner's project manager (OPM), and public engagement. The committee reviewed two design options—renovation ($8,211,977) and new construction ($7,290,992)—but made no final design decision. It also approved a $30,915 invoice from BFE Architects and discussed the Forbes Building pre-litigation, which will be addressed in executive session.

• Approved motion to request full design, food services consultant, OPM, and public engagement at Town Meeting (6-0)
• Approved payment of Invoice #2407.00-03 from BFE Architects for $30,915 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2024 as corrected (5-0-1, Wiseman abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:13 a.m. (6-0)

Westborough Affordable Housing Trust

The Westborough Affordable Housing Trust will hear an update from Youth & Family Services, review a draft inclusionary zoning policy, and discuss a potential subsidy for 25 Connector Road. Other items include updates on 15 Parkman Street, HB Cottages, fall town meeting articles, and the Community Preservation Committee. The trust will also address compliance for 3 Baylor Avenue and ongoing rental assistance programs.

• Inclusionary zoning presentation and review
• Discussion of subsidy for 25 Connector Road
• Update on 15 Parkman Street property
• HB Cottages working group next steps and funding
• Fall Town Meeting Articles / Warrant discussion

The Trust voted to notify the 25 Connector Road developer that a time-limited affordability option is not feasible, requiring the 60% AMI units to remain affordable in perpetuity. Trustees also authorized sending a letter to the Planning Board requesting changes to the proposed inclusionary zoning bylaw, including raising the average AMI from 65% to 70%. The Trust extended the building permit deadline for 3 Baylor Ave by 60 days to November 16, 2024.

• Rejected time-limited 60% AMI subsidy option for 25 Connector Road; affordability must be in perpetuity (6-0)
• Authorized letter to Planning Board requesting inclusionary zoning changes, including 70% average AMI (6-0)
• Extended 3 Baylor Ave building permit deadline by 60 days to November 16, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Agreed to continue assessing 15 Parkman Street property for potential purchase
• Discussed adding Fall Town Meeting article to transfer $201,194.34 Pulte mitigation funds to Trust

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest RECC District is holding a project meeting to interview design firms for the Westborough facility at 20 Phillips St. The selection committee will evaluate candidates and select a firm for the project.

• Design firm interviews for the Westborough facility at 20 Phillips St
• Selection committee evaluation of candidates
• Design firm selection

Board of Health

The Westborough Board of Health will meet to discuss several operational and public health items. Key topics include a permit and fee review for EL Harvey, a presentation on West Nile virus and EEE from the Civic Leadership Academy, a data assessment on substances, and a proposed municipal buildings shoe policy. The board will also vote on hauler permit renewals and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• EL Harvey permit to operate and fees
• Civic Leadership Academy presentation on West Nile Virus and EEE
• Greater Boroughs Data Assessment on Substances
• Municipal Buildings Shoe Policy discussion
• Hauler Permit Renewals

The Board of Health voted 3-0 to extend a temporary permit to Waste Connections to operate a transfer facility for 30 days if their current contract expires. The board also voted 3-0 to move the Civic Leadership Academy indoors due to EEE concerns. Reports and minutes were approved unanimously.

• Granted 30-day temporary permit to Waste Connections for transfer facility (3-0)
• Moved Civic Leadership Academy indoors due to EEE concerns (3-0)
• Accepted Director's Report as written (3-0)
• Accepted Sanitarian's Report as written (3-0)
• Accepted Health Inspector's Report as written (3-0)
• Approved minutes for May, June, and July (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold continued public hearings on several development proposals, including a 140,000-square-foot office building at 700 Friberg Pkwy, a commercial building with contractors' yard at 101-105 Flanders Rd, and a single-family house at 4 Ed Waters Wy. They will also discuss ratifying an enforcement order for 151 East Main Street. Regular business includes approval of minutes and department updates.

• Continued hearing for 140,000 sq ft office building at 700 Friberg Pkwy (NOI File #332-0955)
• Continued hearing for commercial building with garage and drainage swale at 101-105 Flanders Rd (NOI File #332-0951)
• Request for Certificate of Compliance for single-family house at 4 Ed Waters Wy (NOI File 332-0921)
• Continued hearing for filling and grading at 28 Old Colony Dr (RDA File #226)
• Discussion and vote on ratifying Enforcement Order #2024-08 for 151 East Main Street

Council on Aging Board

The Westborough Council on Aging will meet to review transportation recommendations and community center updates. Planning Board Director Jennifer Gingras will present on the Housing Production Plan. The Director's report will include updates on fees and upcoming events.

• Housing Production Plan presentation by Jennifer Gingras
• Transportation recommendations and next steps
• Community Center updates
• Update on fees
• Veteran’s Breakfast

Library Building Committee

The Library Building Committee will review the 100% DD cost estimate. The body will also discuss updates regarding the 1908 roof, security cameras, and a temporary location.

• 100% DD cost estimate follow-up
• 1908 roof materials
• Congregational church parking lot potential use
• Security cameras and data connections
• Temporary location specifications and RFP status

The Library Building Committee voted to use synthetic red slate for the 1908 building roof, choosing it over more expensive natural slate options. The committee also accepted several value engineering items, including removing staff lockers, a dedication plaque, and a screen fence, bringing the project cost down. A special meeting was scheduled to review and approve a request for proposals for a temporary library location.

• Approved synthetic red slate for 1908 roof (9-0-1, Coraccio abstained)
• Accepted VE item to delete staff lockers
• Accepted VE item to omit project dedication plaque
• Accepted VE item to reduce chiller dunnage cost from $20,000 to $10,000
• Accepted VE item to omit screen fence around chiller
• Scheduled special meeting for Sept. 17 to review and vote on temporary location RFP

Economic Development Committee

The Westborough Economic Development Committee will review and potentially vote on several grant applications, discuss a revised scoring rubric for grants, and receive a presentation on a proposed Highway Business Zoning Bylaw. The committee will also vote on the frequency of future grant awards and hear updates from the planning and community development departments.

• Grant applications from Simply Windows, The Fresh Monkee, Lindsey Tayler SPAtique, and Rocco's Doughnut Company
• Review and possible revision of the scoring rubric for EDC grant awards
• Vote on the frequency of EDC grant awards (e.g., quarterly, annually)
• Presentation on proposed Highway Business Zoning Bylaw from the Planning Department
• Community development update from Fred Lonardo

The Economic Development Committee approved $5,000 for Simply Windows, $5,000 for Fresh Monkee, and $2,200 for Lindsay Taylor SPAtique, all for improvements. It deferred a decision on Rocco's Doughnut Company's grease trap reimbursement pending further documentation. The committee also approved changes to its new and existing business grant rubrics.

• Approved $5,000 grant to Simply Windows for parking lot improvements (8-0)
• Approved $5,000 grant to Fresh Monkee for signage (8-0)
• Approved $2,200 grant to Lindsay Taylor SPAtique for washer/dryer replacement (8-0)
• Deferred decision on Rocco's Doughnut Company grease trap reimbursement until documentation provided (9-0)
• Approved changes to New Business rubric (9-0)
• Approved changes to Existing Business rubric (9-0)
• Approved minutes from 8/6/2024 (7-0-1, chair abstained)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider permit requests. The board will review a special permit and a variance permit.

• Special Permit for 13 Baker Way – Alexandre Dos Reis
• Variance Permit for Old Colony & West Main Street – Russell Phipps

The Westborough Board of Appeals approved a special permit for a 2,297 sq ft addition to the existing house at 13 Baker Way, on a non-conforming lot. The board also continued a variance hearing for properties on Old Colony Drive and West Main Street to October 7, 2024, to allow the applicant to provide a building envelope and address neighbor concerns.

• Approved special permit for 2,297 sq ft addition at 13 Baker Way (3-0)
• Continued variance hearing for Old Colony Drive/West Main Street to October 7, 2024 (3-0)

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss the FY26 School Budget Development Plan with school officials, review FY25 updates and FY24 wrap-up, and consider an article for the Special Town Meeting. The committee will also hear liaison reports and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion of FY26 School Budget Development Plan with Superintendent Borchers and Finance Director Patel
• Budget topics including FY26 planning, FY25 updates, and FY24 wrap-up
• STM (Special Town Meeting) Article discussion and vote
• AFC Liaison Reports and updates

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The Active Transportation & Safety Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Master Plan and the Active Transportation Plan. The agenda includes discussions on road safety initiatives and infrastructure updates.

• 25 mph town-wide speed limit
• Vision Zero and crosswalk improvements
• BWALT updates, including Story Map and public engagement
• Vulnerable Road Users (4’ passing) signs status
• Safe Routes to Schools status

Sustainable Westborough

Sustainable Westborough will hold a hybrid meeting on September 9, 2024, to review and vote on a Zero Emissions Vehicle Policy, a Highway Business District Zoning Proposal, and a Specialized Stretch Energy Code. The meeting also includes updates on an Electric Vehicle Expo, decarbonization efforts, the Community Center Project, and Westborough Power Choice.

• Review and approval of the Zero Emissions Vehicle Policy
• Review and approval of Highway Business District Zoning Proposal
• Electric Vehicle Expo update (Jeff Levine, 20 minutes)
• Specialized Stretch Energy Code discussion (Pete D., 10 minutes)
• Westborough Power Choice Update (Peter Flynn, 10 minutes)

The committee unanimously approved a Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) policy to recommend to the Select Board and School Committee, and endorsed a Highway Business District zoning amendment that allows reduced open space in exchange for public benefits. They also approved the previous meeting minutes with an amendment. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on grants, the EV Expo, and other projects.

• Approved 08/19/24 meeting minutes with amendment (3-0-2)
• Approved ZEV policy and recommendation to Select Board and School Committee (6-0)
• Endorsed Highway Business District zoning amendment and letter of support to Planning Board (6-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will hold elections for Chair and Vice-Chair and review a draft Community Preservation Plan. Members will also discuss the application process and a community engagement meeting. The body will determine items to be presented at the Fall Town Meeting.

• Elections for Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of Draft Community Preservation Plan
• Review of draft application process
• Planning for a community engagement meeting
• Discussion of items for the Fall Town Meeting

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee will hold a discussion and vote regarding STM Articles. The meeting also includes reviews of FY24, FY25, and FY26 budget planning.

• STM Article discussion and vote
• FY26 Budget Planning
• FY25 budget updates
• FY24 budget wrap-up

The Advisory Finance Committee voted to recommend two Special Town Meeting articles: transferring $25,000 from Country Club retained earnings for cart path repairs and transferring $201,194.34 from the Stabilization Fund to the Westborough Affordable Housing Trust. Both motions passed unanimously (9-0-0). The committee also discussed the warrant, budget planning, and liaison reports, but took no other votes.

• Approved motion to recommend $25,000 transfer from Country Club retained earnings for cart path repairs (9-0-0)
• Approved motion to recommend $201,194.34 transfer from Stabilization Fund to Affordable Housing Trust (9-0-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2024 meeting (8-0-1, Blumberg abstained)

Library Board of Trustees

The Westborough Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss and vote on the library's strategic plan, which must be completed by October 1. They will also consider policy revisions for the Library of Things and Social Media, receive an update on the library repair project from Ed Baldwin, and appoint Kate Coraccio to the Library Building Committee.

• Vote on strategic plan to meet the October 1 deadline
• Policy revisions: Library of Things (pages 20-22) and Social Media Policy (page 65)
• Library Repair Project update from Ed Baldwin
• Appoint Kate Coraccio to the Library Building Committee
• Treasurer's and Secretary's reports

Cultural Council

The Westborough Cultural Council will meet to approve June meeting minutes, review budget updates and the annual grant allocation from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and discuss the upcoming call for grant applications due October 15. New business includes a public art policy update and drafting a job description for a Public Art Committee to submit to the Selectboard. The Council will also receive status updates on grant performance and planning for Arts in Common 2024.

• Approve June meeting minutes
• Annual report update and 2024 grant allocation from MCC
• Call for grant applications due 10/15/24
• Public Art Policy update and draft job description for Public Art Committee
• Arts in Common 2024 planning discussions including advertising, programming, and logistics

School Committee

The School Committee will review a staffing update for the 2024-25 year and discuss capital planning. The body will also consider a proposal for a Westborough High School international field trip to England and Scotland.

• WHS International Field Trip to England & Scotland proposal
• Title IX updated policy (2nd reading)
• FY25 Professional Development schedule
• Capital Planning discussion
• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest RECC District is meeting remotely to review rankings of design firms for the Westborough facility at 20 Phillips St. The committee will develop a shortlist of firms to interview and set dates for those interviews. This is a procedural step in selecting a design firm for the project.

• Review ranking of design firms
• Develop shortlist of design firms to interview
• Establish dates and times for interviews
• Next meeting: interviews, date to be determined

Planning Board

The Planning Board and Select Board will hold a joint meeting to discuss housing production and bond bill impacts. The boards will also interview candidates for an interim Planning Board vacancy and review articles for the October Fall Town Meeting Warrant.

• Interviews and appointment of interim Planning Board members Christian Hedrick and Christina Kelleher
• Presentation of the Housing Production Plan by the Director of Planning and Luke Mitchell of VHB
• Review of Planning Board and Planning Department articles for the October Fall Town Meeting Warrant
• Update on Housing Bond Bill impacts

Recreation Commission

The Westborough Recreation Commission will meet on September 3, 2024, to receive a presentation on the Sports Wall and discuss a Lake Chauncy email request. Updates will be provided on summer programs, the golf course, and the community center. The commission will also vote to approve minutes from June and July.

• Sports Wall Presentation
• Lake Chauncy Email Request
• Recreation Updates: Summer Programs, Golf Course
• Community Center Updates
• Approve Minutes: June 4, 2024 and July 24, 2024

The Recreation Commission discussed a resident's letter requesting the beach fence be removed or gate kept open due to lifeguard shortages, but decided it would be a detriment to remove the fence, citing safety concerns near a busy street. The commission also received one bid for dog park construction and will reissue an RFP with different requirements. Minutes from June 4 and July 24, 2024 were approved unanimously.

• Decided to keep beach fence in place, rejecting removal request (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 4, 2024 and July 24, 2024 (3-0)
• Will reissue RFP for dog park construction after receiving one bid
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m. (3-0)

Council on Aging Board

The Westborough Council on Aging, Recreation Commission, and Select Board will hold a joint meeting to receive a presentation on a Multi-Generational Community Center Design Alternative. Following the presentation, board members and the public may ask questions and offer comments. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person attendance at Forbes Municipal Building and remote access via Zoom, and will be livestreamed.

• Presentation of Multi-Generational Community Center Design Alternative

Recreation Commission

The Westborough Council on Aging, Recreation Commission, and Select Board hold a joint meeting to review a design alternative for a Multi-Generational Community Center. The boards will hear a presentation and then discuss, followed by public comments.

• Presentation of Multi-Generational Community Center design alternative
• Joint meeting of Council on Aging, Recreation Commission, and Select Board
• Public comments invited on the center design

Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee

The Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive a town insurance update, and discuss an engineering bid proposal from AECOM along with next steps for the pond reuse project. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; all items are up for discussion.

• Approval of April 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Town insurance update
• Discussion of AECOM engineering bid proposal
• Discussion of next steps for pond reuse

The Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee met and approved the April 24, 2024 minutes as amended. They discussed the status of a specialty insurance application for the property, noting no cost estimate yet, and debated whether to recommend handing the project to the Select Board. No formal decisions were made on insurance, survey, or next steps; the committee plans to gather cost estimates by the next meeting.

• Approved April 24, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest RECC is meeting to review scoring for architecture firms and provide project updates for the Westborough Facility at 20 Phillips St. The body is managing the selection process for designers and the issuance of requests for qualifications for surveyors and engineers.

• Scoring of architecture firms including Gienapp, RGB Architects, Socotec AE, Context Architects, Sorensen Partners, HKT Architects, and TGAS
• Land surveyor RFQ sent to Jarvis Land Survey, PLACES, Langan, and Chess Engineering
• Geotech engineers RFQ sent to McPhail Assoc., Haley & Aldrich, Thornton Thomasetti, and LGCI
• Review of financial status report

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to review the Westborough Cemetery Project and receive updates on the Golf Club and Community Preservation Act (CPA). Members will also discuss the MACRIS survey list and coordination with the Design Review and Planning Boards.

• Presentation by the Westborough Cemetery Project Committee
• Municipal Building Committee update regarding the Golf Club
• CPA update
• MACRIS/Survey-Westborough List discussion
• Discussion of Design Review Board and Planning Board meetings

Disability Commission

The Westborough Commission on Disabilities will meet on August 27, 2024 at 4 p.m. in the Great Hall of the Forbes Building. The agenda includes approval of minutes, outreach discussions, and general discussion. No specific financial items or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Outreach discussions regarding disability services
• General discussion on commission matters

Design Review Board

The Westborough Design Review Board will consider two sign applications: a new sign face on an ATM building at 50 East Main Street and a sign for Seed to Stem at 26 South Street. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from June 25, 2024, and note upcoming meeting dates.

• Sign application for new sign face on ATM building at 50 East Main Street (Application ID 24-02785)
• Sign application for Seed to Stem at 26 South Street (Application ID 24-02918)
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from June 25, 2024

The Design Review Board approved two sign applications: a new sign face for Bank of America at 50 East Main St. and a wall sign for Seed to Stem at 26 South St. Both were approved unanimously (4-0). The board also approved the minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting and was updated on a wayfinding project RFQ.

• Approved Bank of America sign face replacement at 50 East Main St. (4-0)
• Approved Seed to Stem wall sign at 26 South St. (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 6/25/2024 meeting (4-0)

Library Building Committee

The committee will discuss and potentially approve the 100% Design Development (DD) and cost estimate. Members will address specific material choices and whether to pay for a third cost estimate using admin fees.

• Approval of 100% DD and cost estimate
• Discussion on paying for a 3rd estimate using admin fees
• Review of masonry, metals, and thermal protection materials
• ADA compliance variance applications
• Temporary location specifications and RFP status

Westborough Housing Authority

The Westborough Housing Authority will vote on a $94,875 bid for roof repairs at FISH 328060, approve two certificates of final completion, and discuss energy upgrades, handicapped parking, and fire department access. The board will also review the treasurer's report and occupancy report.

• Vote on bid acceptance for roof replacement at FISH 328060 for $94,875
• Vote on certificates of final completion for FISH 328051 and FISH 328059
• Discussion of Lean Energy mini-split upgrade and insulation projects
• Update on affordable units and planning department coordination
• Discussion on adding handicapped parking spaces and fire department access to units

The Westborough Housing Authority approved a $94,875 bid for a roof replacement at 705, along with two certificates of final completion. The board also accepted payables and minutes, and discussed ongoing projects including mini-split upgrades and insulation work.

• Approved $94,875 roof bid for 705 (5-0)
• Approved FISH 328051 Certificate of Final Completion (5-0)
• Approved FISH 328059 Certificate of Final Completion (5-0)
• Accepted July 23, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Accepted payables for July 29, 2024 (5-0)
• Accepted payables for August 14, 2024 (5-0)

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will discuss a first reading of an updated Title IX policy and consider several action items, including approving a $5,000 purchase order increase for clean energy tax credits, approving a New York City field trip for April 2025, and affirming a head injury policy for extracurricular activities. The committee will also receive a superintendent update on facilities summer projects and appoint representatives to collaborative boards.

• Discuss Title IX updated policy - 1st Reading
• Approve $5,000 PO increase for Inflation Reduction Act IRS Clean Energy Tax Credits
• Approve New York City Field Trip (April 2025)
• Affirm Policy JJIF (Head Injury for Extracurricular Athletic Activities)
• Appoint representatives to Assabet Valley Collaborative Board and ACCEPT Collaborative Board

Open Space Preservation Committee

The Westborough Open Space Preservation Committee will hold a virtual meeting on August 23, 2024. The main item is discussion and a vote to authorize an appraisal of a parcel on Mill Road. The committee will also update the Open Space Plan, discuss Master Plan Implementation Committee goals, and appoint representatives to several committees. A chair and vice chair will be selected.

• Discussion and vote to authorize appraisal of Mill Rd. parcel
• Open Space Plan update
• Master Plan Implementation Committee Goals
• Appoint representatives to Walkup-Robinson Trust, Community Preservation Committee, and Land Prioritization Committee
• Select Chair/Vice Chair

The Open Space Preservation Committee voted to authorize a $4,000 independent appraisal of a 20-acre property on Mill Road that the owner wants to sell to the Town. The committee also appointed members to several subcommittees and set dates for public outreach on the Open Space and Recreation Plan update.

• Authorized $4,000 independent appraisal for Mill Road property (5-0)
• Appointed Dan Burger as OSPC representative to Community Preservation Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Andrew Koenigsberg as OSPC representative to Walkup-Robinson Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Mark Silverberg as Chair and Andrew Koenigsberg as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Deferred Land Use Committee representative appointment until October

MetroWest RECC

The MetroWest Regional Education and Communications Committee (RECC) meeting scheduled for August 22, 2024 was canceled. No business was conducted. The agenda has been rescheduled for the following week.

Municipal Building Committee

The Westborough Municipal Building Committee will hear a presentation from BFE Architects on renovation option A1-1 and new construction option A4-1&2 for the Golf Club Building. The committee will also receive updates on the Regional Emergency Communications Center and the Community Center, and address project closeout for the Forbes Building. No decisions are listed; the agenda is largely discussion and updates.

• Presentation from BFE Architects on Golf Club Building renovation option A1-1 and new construction option A4-1&2
• Update on Regional Emergency Communications Center
• Update on Community Center
• Project closeout for Forbes Building
• Approval of August 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Municipal Building Committee reviewed architectural drawings and 3D models for the golf club building at 121 West Main Street, considering new construction and renovation options. No final decision was made on the building design. The committee agreed to have BFE Architects provide options and cost estimates for hiring a restaurant consultant, and discussed developing an RFP for a restaurant partner with a long-term lease. The Forbes Building item was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 (4-0)
• Agreed to have BFE provide options and cost estimates for a restaurant consultant
• Tabled Forbes Building discussion to next meeting
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Board

The Westborough Planning Board will hold a public hearing for a special permit to convert seven hotel buildings into residential apartments at 25 Connector Road. The board will also continue site plan reviews for two other properties: 80 Turnpike Road (Albrecht Auto Group) and 101-105 Flanders Road (Orlando Construction), and consider an ANR application at 84 Flanders Road. Administrative business includes planning updates, committee reports, and approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing for Special Permit and Site Plan Review to convert seven hotel buildings to apartments at 25 Connector Road (AVIA BOS Research Drive LLC).
• Continuation of Public Hearing for Site Plan Review at 80 Turnpike Road (Albrecht Auto Group).
• Continuation of Public Hearing for Site Plan Review at 101-105 Flanders Road (Orlando Construction).
• ANR (Approval Not Required) application at 84 Flanders Road (George Connors, Connorstone Engineering).
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from July 16, July 17, and August 6, 2024.

The Westborough Planning Board approved site plan reviews for 80 Turnpike Road and 101-105 Flanders Road, each with extensive conditions, and endorsed an ANR plan for 84 Flanders Rd. The board continued the public hearing for the 25 Connector Rd hotel-to-residential conversion to September 3, 2024. All votes were 3-0.

• Endorsed ANR plan for 84 Flanders Rd (3-0)
• Approved site plan review for 80 Turnpike Road with conditions (3-0)
• Approved site plan review for 101-105 Flanders Road with conditions (3-0)
• Continued hearing for 25 Connector Rd special permit to Sept 3, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from 7/16, 7/17, and 8/6 meetings (3-0)

Council on Aging Board

The Westborough Council on Aging is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss transportation recommendations. The board will also receive updates on the community center and upcoming fall programs.

• Transportation recommendations and next steps
• Community Center updates
• Upcoming Fall Programs
• Retirement Plans

The Council on Aging Board approved minutes from June 10 and July 24 with amendments, and received updates on summer programs and the community center design process. Executive Director Alma DeManche announced her resignation effective December 31, 2024, with her last day in the office November 10. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters.

• Approved June 10, 2024 minutes with amendment adding 'refundable' to tax credit (motion passed)
• Approved July 24, 2024 special meeting minutes with amendment changing 'Marlboro' to 'Northboro' (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:05 p.m. (motion passed)

Sustainable Westborough

The committee will review updates from the Sustainability Coordinator regarding grant applications and zoning. Members will also discuss building codes, decarbonization, and electric vehicle policies.

• Energy efficiency block grant and Green Communities Grant Application
• Highway Zoning going to Fall Town Meeting
• Specialized stretch building code
• Zero emissions vehicle policy
• EV Expo

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the September FY2026 Budget Summit and plan for a Special Town Meeting on October 21. The agenda also includes updates on ARPA and liaison reports.

• ARPA update and recommendations
• September FY2026 Budget Summit discussion
• Planning for Special Town Meeting on October 21
• AFC Liaison Assignments and Reports

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board meeting scheduled for August 15, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place. The agenda would have included standard items such as Chairperson's Comments, Business from the Public, and Administrator's Report.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items considered

MetroWest RECC

The board will review proposals from seven architecture and six engineering firms for the design of the 20 Phillips St emergency communications center, and discuss potential land surveyor and geotechnical engineer contracts. They will also approve minutes and receive a financial status report.

• Designer RFQ proposals received 8/12/2024 from firms including Kaestle Boos Associates, RGB Architects, Socotec AE, and HKT Architects
• Potential land surveyors reviewed: Nitsch, Jarvis Land Survey, PLACES, Langan, Bohler, CDW Consultants
• Potential geotechnical engineers reviewed: McPhail Assoc., Haley & Aldrich, Thornton Thomasetti, LGCI, SW Cole
• Interviews scheduled for 8/21/2024 with scoring format to be discussed
• Notice to selected design firm planned for 8/22/2024

Treatment Plant Board

The Treatment Plant Board will meet to approve minutes, consider invoices totaling over $1 million from vendors including Veolia, National Grid, AECOM, and Waterline, and receive updates on the aeration system rotor replacement project, change orders, and budget end-of-year.

• Invoices: AECOM Task Order #7 ($105,825) and Task Order #2.02 ($7,455.44)
• Waterline invoice ($227,441.03)
• MITA invoice ($73,785)
• National Grid July invoice ($49,253.31)
• Aeration System Rotor Replacement Project update and Change Order #5

Conservation Commission

The Westborough Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several development projects, including a large office building at 700 Friberg Parkway and a commercial building at 101-105 Flanders Rd. They will also discuss and vote on a proposed restoration order for 125 West Main St and ratify an enforcement order for 3 Blue Heron Ct. Additionally, the commission will consider new hearings for residential projects and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Continued hearing for 140,000 sq ft office building at 700 Friberg Pkwy
• New hearings for hydroponic container at 6 Fox Ln, grading at 28 Old Colony Dr, house addition at 7 Brady Rd Ext, and garage replacement at 15 Chauncy St
• Continued hearing for commercial building at 101-105 Flanders Rd
• Discussion & vote on Proposed Restoration EO #2024-06 at 125 West Main St
• Discussion & vote on ratifying Enforcement Order EO #2024-07 at 3 Blue Heron Ct

The Westborough Conservation Commission approved several Certificates of Compliance, Orders of Conditions, and Determinations of Applicability for various projects, all by 6-0 votes. It also ratified Enforcement Order #2024-07 for unpermitted work at 3 Blue Heron Court and approved a restoration plan for 125 West Main Street. Several hearings were continued to September 10 at the applicants' requests, and two projects were withdrawn without prejudice.

• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 19 Walkup Drive (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 3 Blue Heron Court (6-0)
• Issued Amended Order of Conditions for 66 Otis Street (6-0)
• Issued Determination of Applicability for 6 Fox Lane (6-0)
• Issued Determination of Applicability for 7 Brady Road Extension (6-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 15 Chauncy Street (6-0)
• Ratified Enforcement Order #2024-07 for 3 Blue Heron Court (6-0)
• Approved Restoration Plan for 125 West Main Street (6-0)

Library Building Committee

The Westborough Public Library Building Committee will meet remotely to review and discuss a new cost estimate provided by LPA and Vertex. A public forum is scheduled for public input. The committee will also address other pending issues and set the next meeting date.

• Review and discussion of new cost estimate from LPA and Vertex
• Public forum for comments from residents
• Discussion of other Library Building Committee issues
• Scheduling of next meeting date

Veterans' Advisory Board

The Westborough Veterans' Advisory Board will discuss planning for Veterans Day on Nov. 11, 2024, including selecting a volunteer to direct activities and choosing a Veteran of the Year and speaker. Other agenda items include a report on the June 15 flag burning event, considering staffing a table at Fall for Wellness on Sept. 8, and updates on the Veterans Corner, Veterans Center, Hometown Heroes, Quilts of Valor, the Wall that Heals trip, and American Legion activities.

• Volunteer needed to direct Veterans Day activities and discussion of Veteran of the Year and speaker
• Flag burning event report from June 15
• Decision on whether to staff a table at Fall for Wellness on Sept. 8
• Update on Veterans Center community input sessions
• Report on the Wall that Heals trip

The board approved plans for Veterans Day 2024, led by Mike Barretti with assistance from Maury Hiers and the full board, including coffee and donuts at K of C, cemetery visits, and ceremonies at the Forbes building, with no luncheon after ceremonies. The board also discussed the flag burning event, Veterans Center progress, and leadership transition, with Marshall Preston agreeing to become chairman. No formal votes were recorded; decisions were made by consensus.

• Approved Veterans Day 2024 plan: coffee/donuts at K of C, cemetery visits, ceremonies at Forbes building, no luncheon (consensus)
• Decided to skip Fall for Wellness participation due to past low interest (consensus)
• Agreed to develop a committee for Veterans Day 2025 to discuss luncheon/dinner (consensus)
• Curt Cook to arrange WFD Honor Guard for Veterans Day; Andy Toorock to contact WPD chief about Honor Guard participation (consensus)
• Discussed rotating flag burning among 4 towns; to be coordinated with VSO Jeff Farrell (consensus)
• Marshall Preston agreed to step up as Chairman; Jim Tepper stepping down (consensus)
• Approved June 10, 2024 minutes (motion by Andy Toorock, second by Marshall Preston)

Open Space Preservation Committee

The meeting scheduled for August 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda included items regarding the Mill Rd parcel and committee appointments.

• Discussion and vote to authorize appraisal of Mill Rd parcel
• Open Space Plan update
• Appointment of representative to the Walkup-Robinson Trust
• Appointment of representative to the Community Preservation Committee
• Appointment of representative to the Land Prioritization Committee

Municipal Building Committee

The Municipal Building Committee will review and approve past meeting minutes, then take up new business including a presentation from BFE Architects on the Golf Club Building, input from the Historical Commission, an update on the Regional Emergency Communications Center, and an update on the Community Center. Old business covers the Forbes Building project closeout.

• Presentation from BFE Architects regarding the Golf Club Building
• Historical Commission input on the Golf Club Building
• Regional Emergency Communications Center update
• Community Center update
• Forbes Building project closeout

The Municipal Building Committee voted unanimously to select Renovation Option A1-1 with a wraparound porch and New Construction Option A4-1 & 2 for the Golf Club building at 121 West Main Street, directing BFE Architects to pursue both designs. The committee also approved an $18,545 invoice from BFE Architects and discussed the Community Center and Regional Emergency Communications Center projects.

• Approved minutes of July 25, 2024 (7-0)
• Selected Renovation Option A1-1 with wraparound porch (7-0)
• Selected New Construction Option A4-1 & 2 (7-0)
• Approved BFE Architects invoice #2407.00-02 for $18,545 (7-0)

Westborough Affordable Housing Trust

The Westborough Affordable Housing Trust will hear updates on several programs and projects, including the WRAP program and Housing Production Plan. A key discussion item is a proposed subsidy for expanding affordable housing units at 25 Connector Road. The Trust will also review FY24 financial statements and consider potential Fall Town Meeting warrant articles. Additionally, they will discuss backyard ADUs and potential future projects.

• Subsidy for Affordable Housing Unit expansion at 25 Connector Road
• Review of FY24 Financial Statements by Trust Treasurer
• Discussion of Fall Town Meeting Warrant Article(s)
• Back Yard ADU Discussion
• Updates on Project 18-30 Lyman Street and WB Cottages

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will convene to approve meeting minutes, then enter executive session to review and vote on statutory exemptions for property tax relief. No other substantive items are listed.

• Executive session for review of statutory exemptions
• Vote on statutory exemptions

Planning Board

The Westborough Planning Board will hold several public hearings, including an Approval Not Required (ANR) application for 200 East Main St, a de minimis modification to a special permit for 9412 Peters Farm Way, and continuations of site plan reviews for 80 Turnpike Rd, 101-105 Flanders Rd, and 165 Flanders Rd. Administrative items include planning updates, committee appointments, and approval of meeting minutes.

• 200 East Main St: Approval Not Required (ANR) application by Peter Bemis
• 9412 Peters Farm Way: De minimis modification to Special Permit by Pulte Homes
• 80 Turnpike Rd: Continuation of Site Plan Review by Albrecht Auto Group
• 101-105 Flanders Rd: Continuation of Site Plan Review by Orlando Construction
• 165 Flanders Rd: Continuation of Site Plan Review by Bohler Engineering

Economic Development Committee

The Westborough Economic Development Committee will hold a hybrid meeting on August 6, 2024. They will vote on minutes from July 9 and discuss an Economic Development Coordinator position. The committee will review the scoring rubric for EDC grant awards and the frequency of grants. They will also receive a Planning Department report and a Community Development update.

• Discussion of Economic Development Coordinator position
• Review of scoring rubric for EDC grant awards
• Review of frequency of EDC grant awards
• Discuss date of September meeting
• Planning Department report by Jenney Gingras

The Economic Development Committee reviewed and discussed changes to the $60k annual business grant rubric, including scoring adjustments and frequency of awards, but took no formal vote. Changes to the rubric and grant frequency will be voted on at the September 10 meeting. The committee approved the July 9, 2024 minutes (7-0) and adjourned (9-0).

• Approved minutes from 7-9-2024 (7-0, Chapman abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:01 am (9-0)
• Tabled rubric changes and grant frequency for September 10 vote

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss and review the Draft Community Preservation Plan, consider next steps including the application process and community engagement, and discuss items for the Fall Town Meeting. The meeting includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion & review of Draft Community Preservation Plan
• Discussion of committee next steps (application process, community engagement)
• Discussion of items for Fall Town Meeting
• Approval of minutes from 06/03/24 and 07/08/24

The Westborough Community Preservation Committee reviewed and discussed updates to the Community Preservation Plan, including affordable housing criteria and funding priorities. The committee directed staff to draft a two-part application process based on preferences from Wrentham and Ayer, and to gather more information on CPA surcharge exemptions, open space definitions, and application timelines. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and discussion-focused.

• Directed staff to draft a two-part application process incorporating Wrentham and Ayer preferences
• Directed staff to gather info on CPA surcharge exemption process for residents
• Directed staff to determine if the Town can apply for Community Preservation funding
• Directed staff to clarify if 'Open Space' includes Conservation in CPA text
• Directed staff to gather info on project timeframe and application timelines
• Tabled approval of minutes to September meeting

Board of Health

The Westborough Board of Health will hold its regular meeting, beginning with reorganization. They will consider appointing MetroWest Parivallal Thillagovindan as Tobacco Compliance Officer, hear presentations from Marchand Environmental and the Central Mass. Mosquito Control Project, and receive reports from the Director, Sanitarian, and Health Inspector.

• Board reorganization vote
• Appointment of MetroWest Parivallal Thillagovindan as Tobacco Compliance Officer
• Presentation by Marchand Environmental
• Update from Central Mass. Mosquito Control Project
• Directors, Sanitarian, and Health Inspector reports

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The Active Transportation & Safety Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing safety projects and site plan reviews. The agenda includes updates on the Active Transportation Plan and a specific crash involving a wheelchair user.

• Discussion of crash at Route 9 & Lyman involving a wheelchair user
• Review of 25 mph town-wide speed limit proposal
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit for 18 Lyman
• Updates on Vision Zero and crosswalk improvements
• Status of Vulnerable Road Users (4’ passing) signs

The committee approved Jeanne Granfield as a new member, reviewed two pedestrian accidents, and discussed ongoing projects including crosswalk improvements, Vision Zero, and BWALT. No major policy decisions were made; most items were informational or planning discussions.

• Approved Jeanne Granfield to join the committee
• Reviewed pedestrian accident on Lyman St. (under investigation)
• Reviewed scooter-vehicle collision near Union St. and E Main St. (under investigation)
• Discussed crosswalk improvements, including Milk St. near Meadow Rd. (MassDOT controlled)
• Discussed Vision Zero integration into active transportation plan
• Discussed 25 mph town-wide speed limit implementation
• Discussed Safe Routes to School Walk Audit for high school
• Discussed BWALT Section 2 public update on 9/11

Municipal Building Committee

The Municipal Building Committee will hear a presentation from BFE Architects on the Golf Club Building, receive updates on the Regional Emergency Communications Center and Community Center, and discuss the Forbes Building project closeout. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and procedural.

• Presentation from BFE Architects on the Golf Club Building
• Update on the Regional Emergency Communications Center
• Update on the Community Center
• Forbes Building project closeout discussion

The Municipal Building Committee reviewed two renovation options and revised new-construction renderings for the Golf Club building at 121 West Main Street, but made no decision on whether to renovate or rebuild. The committee agreed to invite the Historical Commission to the next meeting and requested BFE Architects to present one renovation and one construction option with cost estimates. No substantive votes were taken on the golf club project; the only action was approving the July 11 minutes (5-0-1).

• Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-1, Wiseman abstained)
• Agreed to invite Historical Commission to next meeting
• Requested BFE Architects to present one renovation and one construction option with cost estimates
• Requested BFE to incorporate Golf Club Manager's bar-overlooking-9th-hole comment into renderings
• Tabled Forbes Building discussion to next meeting
• Volunteered Peter O'Neil to represent MBC at community center input session on 7/30

Disability Commission

The Westborough Commission on Disability will hear an update on the Library project from Anthony DiManno and discuss Via Rideshare accessibility with WRTA's Nick Burnham. The commission will also finalize wording for Westborough Suites accessibility signage. Other agenda items include approving meeting minutes and general discussion.

• Update from Anthony DiManno on Library project
• Discussion with Nick Burnham (WRTA) on Via Rideshare accessibility
• Finalize verbiage for Westborough Suites Accessibility Signage
• Approve meeting minutes
• General discussion

Council on Aging Board

At this special meeting, the Westborough Council on Aging will discuss plans for the Senior Center/Community Center with architects. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda only indicates discussion.

• Discussion of Senior Center/Community Center plans with architects

The Council on Aging Board held a special meeting to provide input to architects BH+A on the design of the new senior center. Members discussed needs such as more parking, storage, separate activity rooms, a larger kitchen, and improved accessibility. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for gathering suggestions, with design presentations planned for fall Town Meeting.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; meeting was for design input
• Architects to present designs and estimates at fall Town Meeting
• Community engagement meetings scheduled for July 30 and August 5

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review a proposed executive summary and strategic priorities for the library's strategic plan. The meeting also includes an update on the Library Repair Project and a recap of July LBC meetings.

• Library Repair Project update from Ed Baldwin
• Discussion of strategic plan mission, vision, values, and priorities
• Recap of July LBC meetings

Recreation Commission

The Westborough Recreation Commission will meet to discuss and review community center design concepts and ideas with the BH+A Architect firm. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of design options. This is a public meeting open to residents.

• Discussion of Community Center Design Concepts with BH+A Architect Firm

The Recreation Commission met and discussed potential designs for the Westborough Community Center with architect firm BH+A. No formal decisions were made; the firm will return with low-, middle-, and high-cost design options. The commission also discussed touring the Sudbury Community Center for ideas. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:38 p.m. (4-0-0)

Waste Management Exploratory Committee

The Waste Management Exploratory Committee will meet remotely to approve prior meeting minutes and receive an update on the FY2025 waste management plan from the Select Board or town representative. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific votes or financial details listed.

• Approve draft minutes from prior WMEC meetings
• Update on FY2025 plan from Select Board or town representative

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to consider a sign application for Right at Home. The board will also discuss and review current design guidelines.

• Sign application for Right at Home at 57 East Main St (Application ID 24-02401)
• Discussion and review of current design guidelines
• Approval of June 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Design Review Board approved a wall sign and a conforming pylon sign for Right at Home at 57 East Main Street, Suite 101, as shown on a plan dated 7/15/2024. The board also discussed reducing the Design Guidelines to specific requirements for developers and business owners, with members agreeing to review the document and discuss edits at the next meeting in August.

• Approved 1 wall sign and 1 conforming pylon sign for Right at Home at 57 East Main Street, Suite 101 (4-0)
• Discussed reducing Design Guidelines to specific requirements; members to review and discuss edits at next meeting

Library Building Committee

The Westborough Library Building Committee will discuss and potentially approve a recommended approach for addressing accessible exits, including order-of-magnitude cost estimates. The committee will also review responses from the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC PNF) and receive an update on the Mass Save Charrette. The plan is to present the accessible exit proposal to the Local Disability Commission on July 30.

• AAB Advisory Opinion on Accessible Exits with order-of-magnitude costs
• LBC approval of recommended approach for Local Disability Commission presentation on 7/30
• MHC PNF Response discussion
• Mass Save Charrette Update
• Public Forum and approval of minutes

Westborough Housing Authority

The Westborough Housing Authority will vote on the proposed annual plan and approve minutes from previous meetings. The board will also review the treasurer's report, including check registers and a cost comparative. The executive director will provide updates on the Lean Energy mini-split upgrade, FISH projects, occupancy, and maintenance. New business includes discussion of the 2024 Annual Conference and the executive director's evaluation.

• Board vote on Annual Plan
• Approval of minutes from June regular meeting and annual plan
• Treasurer's report with check registers and cost comparative for May and June
• Executive Director report on Lean Energy mini-split upgrade and FISH projects
• Executive Director evaluation and 2024 Annual Conference agenda

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will meet to review feedback from the second Downtown Development Plan presentation. The committee will also review implementation priorities.

• Discussion and feedback from Downtown Development Plan Presentation #2
• Review of implementation priorities

The Master Plan Implementation Committee discussed how the Downtown Plan aligns with the Master Plan, including transportation, zoning, and economic development. They tabled a discussion on appointing a new chair annually until the next meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for September 30, 2024.

• Tabled discussion on annual chair appointment
• Scheduled next meeting for September 30, 2024
• Agreed Mark Silverberg can attend stakeholder meeting on behalf of MPIC
• Adjourned at 8:10 PM (6-0)

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

The WRTA Advisory Board is meeting to hear reports and public comments. The agenda consists of procedural items and general updates.

• Administrator’s Report
• Business from the public

Historical Commission

The Westborough Historical Commission will discuss and approve May 2024 meeting minutes, review the CPA committee's historic resources section, receive a Municipal Building Committee and Golf Club update, and discuss the MACRIS list update. They will also discuss Design Review Board and Planning Board meetings.

• Discussion and approval of May 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of CPA committee historic resources section related to Peairs
• Municipal Building Committee and Golf Club update by Hedrick
• MACRIS-Westborough List Update by Mighdoll
• Discussion of Design Review Board and Planning Board meetings

The Westborough Historical Commission approved the May meeting minutes and discussed updates on the Golf Club project, CPA plan edits, and a MACRIS inventory list. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the CPA draft was revised for member review, and a list of about 10 houses for inventory was discussed.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed CPA Historical Resources section draft; edits made, revised version to be sent for review
• Discussed creation of MACRIS inventory list of ~10 houses using Fall Town Meeting 2023 funds
• Adjourned at 8:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee

The July 17, 2024 meeting of the Hocomonco Pond Re-Use Committee has been cancelled because a committee member has COVID-19. No items will be discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled, no action taken

Planning Board

The Planning Board and Select Board will hold a joint meeting to hear a presentation on the Draft Downtown Plan from RKG Associates. The Select Board will also consider the acceptance of Ed Waters Way as a public way and hold executive sessions regarding litigation and real property.

• Presentation of Draft Downtown Plan by RKG Associates
• Acceptance of Ed Waters Way as a Public Way
• Executive session regarding real property at 231 Turnpike Road
• Executive session regarding litigation: Ferris Development Group, LLC. v. Town of Westborough
• Executive session regarding litigation: Town of Westborough v. Westborough SPE, LLC

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss transportation and housing initiatives. The body may approve an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program and the release of the Title VI Program for public review.

• Potential approval of Proposed Amendment #8 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Transit Project Listing
• Potential release of Title VI Program for 45-Day Public Review and Comment Period
• Discussion on Access to Housing in the Central Massachusetts Region Scope of Work
• Staff updates on Worcester Route 12 (West Boylston St) Corridor Profile
• Staff updates on Southern New England Trunk Trail (SNETT) Coordination

Library Director Search Committee

The committee will review the necessity of an interim library director and then hold a vote on the matter. Other trustee issues may also be discussed. The meeting is virtual.

• Review of the need for an interim library director
• Vote on interim director issue

Planning Board

The Westborough Planning Board will hold public hearings on several development proposals, including an Approval Not Required (ANR) at 200 East Main St, site plan reviews at 80 Turnpike Rd and 101-105 Flanders Rd, and a special permit/site plan at 18 & 30 Lyman St. A public hearing on the adoption of revised Design Review Board (DRB) Sign Guidelines dated May 31, 2024, will also be held. The board will also conduct administrative business such as updates from the Director of Planning and approval of meeting minutes.

• Approval Not Required (ANR) for 200 East Main St (Application ID 24-02494)
• Continuation of site plan review at 80 Turnpike Rd (Application ID 24-01842)
• Continuation of special permit/site plan at 18 & 30 Lyman St (Application ID 24-00514)
• Continuation of site plan at 101-105 Flanders Rd (Application ID 24-00539)
• Public hearing on adoption of revised DRB Sign Guidelines dated May 31, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Westborough Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting virtually to discuss the need for an interim library director and to hold a vote. The board will also address other trustee issues. The meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2024.

• Review of need for interim library director
• Vote on related matter
• Other trustee issues

Sustainable Westborough

Sustainable Westborough will hold a hybrid meeting on July 15, 2024, to discuss several sustainability initiatives. The committee will vote on officers, review minutes, and hear updates on decarbonization, a zero-emissions vehicle policy, and the stretch building code. A key item is a proposed zoning amendment for the Highway Business District. The group will also consider an energy efficiency block grant opportunity.

• Vote on committee officers
• Discussion of decarbonization efforts (Pete D. and Ben)
• Zero Emissions Vehicle Policy (Patrick and Ben)
• Stretch Building Code update (Pete D., 20 minutes)
• Zoning amendment for Highway Business District (Jenny, 10 minutes)

Municipal Building Committee

The Westborough Municipal Building Committee will discuss updates on several municipal projects. This includes a presentation from BFE Architects about the Golf Club Building and updates on the Regional Emergency Communications Center and Community Center.

• Presentation from BFE Architects regarding the Golf Club Building
• Update on the Regional Emergency Communications Center
• Update on the Community Center
• Project closeout for the Forbes Building

Westborough Affordable Housing Trust

The Westborough Affordable Housing Trust will discuss progress on several housing projects, including 18/30 Lyman Street and 25 Connector Road. The meeting includes status updates for the Westborough Rental Assistance Program (WRAP) and the HomeBorough Down Payment Assistance (DPA) Program. Members will also review FY24 finances.

• Updates on 18/30 Lyman Street and 25 Connector Road projects
• Status updates for Westborough Rental Assistance Program (WRAP)
• Status updates for HomeBorough Down Payment Assistance (DPA) Program
• Review of MHP recommendations for 45 High St Ext / 6 Beach St. Project
• FY24 Trust finances review

Treatment Plant Board

The Westborough Treatment Plant Board will review June 12 minutes and $384,378.69 in outstanding invoices. The agenda also includes an update on the Aeration System Rotor Replacement Project and discussion regarding FY25 fees.

• Review of $384,378.69 in outstanding invoices
• Update on Aeration System Rotor Replacement Project
• Discussion regarding FY25 Escalated Fee

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The CMMPO is discussing Proposed Amendment #8 to the 2024–2028 TIP regarding transit project listings. The amendment proposes adding two vehicle purchase projects for the Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA). This meeting provides an opportunity for public review and comment on these changes.

• Addition of WRTA project WRTA011875 to purchase six Type E vans for $661,440
• Addition of WRTA project WRTA011876 for a Type A-EV van in Millbury for $109,926

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will conduct elections for its Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes a discussion on the new building energy code and the Massachusetts Climate Leaders Program. Additionally, committee members will receive reports from the Planning and Community Development departments.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• New Building Energy Code and Massachusetts Climate Leaders Program discussion
• Minority and Woman Owned Businesses Report follow-up
• Planning Department report
• Approval of June 4, 2024, meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The commission will review multiple requests for certificates of compliance and notices of intent regarding local construction projects. Items include developments at 700 Friberg Pkwy, 19 Walkup Dr, and Flanders Rd. The meeting also includes discussions on stream maintenance and beaver dam removal.

• Construction of a 140,000 square foot office building at 700 Friberg Pkwy
• Proposed construction of four tracks at 19 Walkup Dr
• Stream maintenance and dredging for East Main Street Stream
• Removal of beaver dam and lodge in Cedar Swamp
• Commercial building with a contractor's yard and drainage swale at 101-105 Flanders Rd

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee will review FY24 transfer requests for intra-department, inter-department, and reserve funds. Discussions are also scheduled regarding the status of FY25 and the FY26 budget process.

• FY24 intra-department, inter-department, and reserve fund transfer requests
• Introduction of new AFC appointee Adam Cimala
• Discussion regarding ARPA funds
• Review of the FY26 budget process

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet on July 8, 2024, to conduct scheduled business. The agenda includes approving meeting minutes and executing a Chapter 61 lien release for 6 Denny Street.

• Approval and signing of meeting minutes
• Execute Chapter 61 Lien Release for 6 Denny Street

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee will review the draft Community Preservation Plan and discuss next steps for committee operations. Members will also plan for a fall community meeting and identify items for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting.

• Review of Draft Community Preservation Plan
• Planning for Fall Community Meeting
• Discussion of items for Fall Town Meeting
• Approval of June 3, 2024 minutes

Board of Assessors

The Westborough Board of Assessors will meet on June 27, 2024. The agenda includes the approval of meeting minutes and a discussion and vote regarding the release of an overlay.

• Approval and signing of meeting minutes
• Discussion and vote to release overlay

Municipal Building Committee

The Westborough Municipal Building Committee will receive updates on the Golf Club Building, Regional Emergency Communications Center, and Community Center. The committee will also address the closeout of the Forbes Project.

• Update on Golf Club Building
• Update on Regional Emergency Communications Center
• Update on Community Center
• Forbes Project closeout
• Review and approval of June 5 and June 13 meeting minutes

Greater Boroughs Partnership for Health

The GBPH Advisory Board will review a presentation regarding an Opioid Strategic Assessment. The session includes data collection findings from Hohl Data Consulting and April Funches, 3LE. The board will also hold questions and discussion.

• Opioid Strategic Assessment presentation by Bright Solutions
• Data collection report by Hohl Data Consulting and April Funches, 3LE

Greater Boroughs Partnership for Health

The GBPH Advisory Board will discuss the status of the Inter-Municipal Agreement for the Public Health Excellence Grant. The meeting also covers the FY2025 workplan, budget, and hiring process. Additionally, upcoming training and presentations are noted.

• Status of Inter-Municipal Agreement for Public Health Excellence Grant
• FY2025 Workplan and Budget
• Hiring process updates
• Municipal Hoarding Training
• Opioid Strategic Plan Presentation

Disability Commission

The Westborough Commission on Disability will meet to approve meeting minutes and discuss signage for business contacts at Westborough Suites. The agenda also includes a period for general discussion.

• Approval of minutes
• Signage for business contacts at Westborough Suites, 21 South St.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider lifeguard variance requests for Powder Hill Estates and Wayside Pool. The board will also vote to designate the Waste Management Program Coordinator as an Agent of the Board. Reports from the Sanitarian and Health Inspector are also scheduled.

• Life Guard Variance for Powder Hill Estates
• Life Guard Variance for Wayside Pool (Charlie Pirrera)
• Powder Brow Permit for Jenny Hoac
• Designation of Waste Management Program Coordinator as an Agent of the Board
• Approval of May 14 and May 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will discuss and review revised design guidelines and recent feedback. The board will also review the minutes from the May 28 meeting.

• Discussion and review of revised Design Guidelines and feedback received
• Review and approval of May 28 meeting minutes

Library Building Committee

The Library Building Committee will review costs related to ADA emergency egress requirements and provide direction to LPAA. The committee will also discuss the status of the temporary library search and the search for a new Library Director.

• Review of costs for ADA emergency egress requirements
• Review of draft RFQ for temporary library search
• Status update on Library Director search
• Updates on elevator upgrades and roof tile replacement
• Discussion regarding parking agreement for church lot use

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will interview candidates for the Library Director position. Following the interviews, the board will conduct deliberations and consideration of an appointment.

• Interviewing candidate Kevin Sheehan
• Interviewing candidate Kate-Lynn Coraccio
• Deliberation and consideration of Library Director appointment

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss potential questions for candidates in the Library Director search. The meeting is scheduled to be held remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion about questions for Library Director finalists

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The CMMPO meeting includes potential actions to approve the FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program and the Coordinated Public Transit Human Services Transportation Plan. The committee will also release a proposed amendment to the 2024-2028 TIP Transit Project Listing for a 21-day public review period.

• Approval of FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Approval of Coordinated Public Transit Human Services Transportation Plan
• Release of Proposed Amendment #8 to the FFY 2024-2028 TIP Transit Project Listing for public review
• Concurrence with TIP Design Funding Policy

Worcester Regional Transit Authority

This meeting consists of procedural reports and public business for the WRTA Advisory Board. The agenda includes an Administrator's Report and comments from the Chairperson and board members. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed for decision.

• Administrator's Report
• Chairperson's Comments
• Business from the public
• Advisory Board Members Comments

Planning Board

The Westborough Planning Board will conduct public hearings for several site plan reviews and a special permit. These items involve development applications at 80 Turnpike Rd, Lyman Rd, and Flanders Rd. The board will also review an ANR application for 6 Denny.

• Site Plan Review at 80 Turnpike Rd.
• ANR for 6 Denny
• Special Permit/Site Plan Review at 18 & 30 Lyman
• Site Plan Review at 165 Flanders
• Site Plan Application at 101-105 Flanders Rd.

Library Building Committee

The Library Building Committee will discuss accessibility and historical issues involving LPAA. The committee also plans to address utility rebates and clarify requests regarding parking needs with LPAA/Vertex.

• Discussion of accessibility and historical issues (LPAA)
• Utility rebates (LPAA)
• Clarification of parking needs request (LPAA/Vertex)

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will meet remotely to review the JLCD-R medication policy. The committee also plans to receive an update on the BORO construction project and approve minutes from June 5, 2024.

• Review of Medication Policy (JLCD-R)
• Update on BORO Construction Project
• Approval of minutes from June 5, 2024

School Committee

The School Committee will review the JLCD-R medication policy. The committee will also receive an update regarding the BORO construction project.

• Review of Medication Policy JLCD-R
• Update on BORO Construction Project
• Approval of minutes from 6.5.24

Westborough Housing Authority

The Westborough Housing Authority will hold a public hearing regarding its Annual Plan. The Board is also scheduled to vote on April meeting minutes, check registers, and the FISH 328059 Admin Fee. Additionally, updates on energy audits and FISH projects will be provided.

• Annual Plan Hearing
• Approval of April meeting minutes
• Vote on FISH 328059 Admin Fee
• Vote on Affirmative Action Goal
• Updates on Lean Energy Audit and FISH Projects

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will discuss FY24 transfer requests for the Health, Finance, and Library departments. The committee will also review an update and recommendation regarding ARPA funding for the Community Center OPM. Additionally, members will discuss the FY26 budget.

• FY24 transfer requests from Salary & Wage to Expense for Health, Finance, and Library departments
• ARPA funding update and recommendation for Community Center OPM
• Discussion of the FY26 budget
• Approval of June 3, 2024, meeting minutes

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The committee will conduct introductions and discuss the Vulnerable Road Users Signage program involving 4-foot signs. The meeting also includes determining the next regular meeting date.

• Vulnerable Road Users Signage program (4-foot signs)

Westborough Affordable Housing Trust

The Westborough Affordable Housing Trust will meet to approve the FY25 operating budget and May 9 minutes. The agenda includes finalizing funding and contracts for the HomeBorough DPA and WRAP programs. Additionally, the Trust will discuss a subsidy for 18-30 Lyman Street.

• Finalizing funding and contracts for HomeBorough DPA Program
• Awarding bid and finalizing funding for WRAP Program
• Discussing and approving subsidy for 18-30 Lyman Street
• Approval of FY25 Operating Budget
• Creating a working group for the 25 Connector Road Project

Sustainable Westborough

The meeting includes updates on the Climate Leaders Program and marketing efforts. Members will also discuss a decarbonization roadmap, building codes, and a green zoning proposal.

• Green Zoning Proposal
• Zero Emissions Vehicles Policy
• Decarbonization Roadmap
• Building Code discussion
• Climate Leaders Program updates

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve meeting minutes. The board will also hold an executive session to review, discuss, and vote on abatement applications.

• Approval and signing of meeting minutes
• Review, discussion, and vote on abatement applications in executive session

Municipal Building Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting. Members will also discuss and select a final candidate for RFP 24-7000 regarding a feasibility analysis and study for a golf club building.

• Selection of final candidate for Country Club Bid RFP 24-7000 (Feasibility Analysis and Study for Golf Club Building)
• Review and approval of June 5, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Director Search Committee

The Library Director Search Committee meeting scheduled for June 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The committee concluded its business at a meeting held the previous day.

• Cancellation of the June 14 Library Director Search Committee meeting

Library Director Search Committee

The Library Director Search Committee will convene for an executive session. The committee intends to consider or interview applicants for the Library Director position.

• Executive session to consider or interview Library Director applicants

Library Director Search Committee

The Library Director Search Committee will hold an executive session on June 12, 2024. During this meeting, the committee intends to consider or interview applicants for the position of Library Director.

• Executive session to consider or interview applicants for Library Director

Treatment Plant Board

The Westborough Treatment Plant Board will review minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes reviewing $383,482.77 in outstanding invoices and receiving an update on the Aeration System Rotor Replacement Project.

• Review of $383,482.77 in outstanding invoices
• Update on Aeration System Rotor Replacement Project
• Discussion of Change Order #5 and Task Order #7
• Review of Veolia, National Grid, and Kearsarge invoices

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several permit applications and project updates. Items include resource area determinations for the Boston to Worcester Air Line Trail and various construction projects. The meeting also includes discussions on conservation areas and upcoming vacancies.

• New hearing for a 140,000 square foot office building at 700 Friberg Parkway
• Resource area determination for the Boston to Worcester Air Line Trail
• Construction of an accessory dwelling unit and driveway at 26 Arch St
• Commercial building construction with a drainage swale at 101-105 Flanders Rd
• Redevelopment of a commercial building to mixed-use at 18 Lyman St

Conservation Commission

The Westborough Conservation Commission will hold hearings regarding several proposed development projects and environmental management plans. These include a new office building, trail resource area determinations, and invasive plant management in Pierce Pond. The meeting also includes discussions on conservation areas and upcoming vacancies.

• New hearing for 140,000 square foot office building at 700 Friberg Parkway
• Resource area determination for Boston to Worcester Air Line Trail
• Aquatic invasive plant management in Pierce Pond at 121 South St
• Construction of an accessory dwelling unit and driveway at 26 Arch St
• Redevelopment of a commercial building to mixed-use at 18 Lyman St

Greater Boroughs Partnership for Health

The Advisory Board will discuss the status of the Inter-Municipal Agreement for the Public Health Excellence Grant. The meeting also includes updates on hiring shared staff and reviewing FY2024 spending.

• Hiring update for shared staff
• Public Health Excellence Grant status and Inter-Municipal Agreement
• FY2025 Workplan and Budget review
• FY2024 Spending review

Library Director Search Committee

The Library Director Search Committee will meet to discuss interview questions for the director role. The committee also plans to approve the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of Library Director Interview Questions
• Approval of the June 5, 2024 Meeting Minutes

Central Massachusetts Veterans' Services District

The Central Massachusetts Veterans' Services District Board is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss CH115 reimbursements to towns. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a birthday card program and grave marker replacement.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• CH115 reimbursement to Towns
• Birthday Card program
• Grave Marker replacement

Veterans' Advisory Board

The board will review the 2024 Memorial Day observances to provide recommendations for 2025. Members will also discuss planning for Veterans Day, including selecting a speaker and finding a lead member.

• Review of 2024 Memorial Day for 2025 recommendations
• Planning for Veterans Day on November 11, 2024
• Discussion regarding the Wall that Heals promotion and bus transportation
• Update on June 15 flag burning arrangements
• American Legion activity update

Council on Aging Board

The Westborough Council on Aging will review minutes from the May 13, 2024 meeting. The board will discuss implementation plan tasks including transportation and property tax reviews. A report on summer programs will also be presented.

• Review of May 13, 2024 minutes
• Implementation Plan discussion regarding transportation and property tax review
• Discussion on community centers and floors
• New business reappointments
• Director's report on summer programs

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The Active Transportation & Safety Committee is meeting remotely to discuss updates on the Bay State Greenway, a public meeting, and design/construction updates. They will also review site plans for 18 Lyman Street and other properties, and discuss downtown/Rotary plans, Safe Routes to Schools, and crosswalk improvements.

• Review of site plan/special permit for 18 Lyman
• Discussion of Route 20 Corridor in Shrewsbury comments
• Update on Story Map and public meeting from May 30, 2024
• Status update on Safe Routes to Schools program
• Discussion of downtown/Rotary plans from June 5 public meeting

Municipal Building Committee

The committee will interview finalists for the Golf Club Building feasibility analysis and study. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Regional Emergency Communications Center and the Community Center. Additionally, the committee will address the closeout of the Forbes Project.

• Interviewing finalists for the Golf Club Building feasibility analysis (RFP 24-7000)
• Discussion of the Regional Emergency Communications Center (RECC)
• Discussion of the Community Center
• Closeout of the Forbes Project

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will meet to approve 2024-2025 student handbooks for several schools and vote on a food services contract. The agenda also includes an English program update and reports from the Superintendent.

• Approval of 2024-2025 student handbooks for WHS, Elementary School, Gibbons Middle School, and Mill Pond School
• Vote on Food Services Contract
• English Program Update presentation
• Vote to enter Executive Session regarding negotiations with nonunion personnel

Library Director Search Committee

The Library Director Search Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair at this meeting. Members will discuss the search process and develop interview questions. The committee will also enter an executive session to review candidate resumes for the Library Director position.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of Search Committee Process
• Development of Interview Questions
• Executive Session to review Library Director resumes

Cultural Council

The council will review May meeting minutes and receive budget updates from the treasurer. Members will also discuss a Public Art Policy Update and grant performance. Additionally, the committee will provide status updates for Arts in Common 2024 planning.

• Public Art Policy Update
• Budget Updates
• Grant Performance Updates
• Arts in Common 2024 planning updates

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding site plan review applications for 0 Lyman St. and a continuation of a hearing for 18 & 30 Lyman. The meeting also includes administrative updates and reports from board members.

• Site Plan Review Application at 0 Lyman St.
• Continuation of Special Permit/Site Plan Review Application at 18 & 30 Lyman

Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding summer programs and the golf course. The agenda also includes presentations on the Sports Wall and the Positive Coaching Alliance. A vote is scheduled to approve the March 5 minutes.

• Summer program and golf course updates
• Community Center updates
• Sports Wall presentation
• Positive Coaching Alliance presentation
• Approval of March 5 minutes

Economic Development Committee

The Westborough Economic Development Committee will review new Design Review Board guidelines for signage and receive updates on community development. The committee will also hear a report on minority and woman-owned businesses. A public meeting regarding downtown planning is scheduled for June 5 at the Great Hall.

• Vote to approve May 7, 2024, minutes
• Review of new DRB guidelines for signage
• Minority and Woman Owned Businesses report
• Downtown planning public meeting on June 5 at 6pm

Board of Registrars

The Westborough Board of Registrars will welcome new Registrar of Voters Raveendra Makala and vote on a new Chair. The board will also consider allowing the Town Clerk’s Office to use the Board's stamp for nomination and petition papers. Members will also discuss 2024 elections.

• Vote on Chair
• Proposal to allow Town Clerk’s Office to use Board of Registrars stamp
• Discussion regarding 2024 elections

Disability Commission

The Westborough Commission on Disability will meet to discuss an update regarding a library variance application. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and hold a general discussion.

• Update on Library Variance Application from Anthony DiManno, LPA Architects
• Review of a library support letter
• Approval of meeting minutes

Board of Appeals

The Westborough Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on June 3, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. regarding three residential property requests. Petitioners are seeking special permits and variances to modify existing structures, convert basement space, and exceed standard setback or square footage requirements under the town zoning bylaws. Residents may attend the Great Hall at Forbes Building to present support or objections for each case.

• Public hearing on a special permit at 73 Bowman Street to convert 140 square feet of basement crawl space into living area
• Public hearing on a special permit at 9 Harrison Avenue to attach an existing detached garage via a rear addition and address setback non-conformities
• Public hearing on a variance and special permit at 5 Vinal Hill Road to attach a detached garage and build three additions exceeding 1,000 square feet of gross floor area

Advisory Finance Committee

The Advisory Finance Committee will review FY24 transfer requests between departments. Members will also discuss the FY2026 budget process and reporting formats.

• FY24 Transfer Request: Water S&W to Water Expense (DPW)
• FY24 Transfer Request: Y&F Services S&W to Central Purchasing Expense
• Discussion of FY2026 Budget process and content
• Discussion regarding appropriation report formats

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The committee will conduct a special permit and site plan review for the property located at 18 & 30 Lyman Street, known as Westborough Shopping Plaza. The meeting also includes member introductions.

• Special permit/site plan review: 18 & 30 Lyman Street (Westborough Shopping Plaza)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to establish a timeline and responsibilities for its first-year priorities. Members will discuss town needs based on the Master Plan and review models from other towns to create a framework for Westborough's Community Preservation Plan.

• Review of 1st Year Priorities and timeline development
• Discussion of Town Priorities and Needs based on the Master Plan
• Development of the Community Preservation Plan framework
• Review of the CPA Budget

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is seeking public comment on two draft documents. The body will discuss regional transportation planning and funding for the next program year, as well as strategies for transit needs of older adults, people with low incomes, and individuals with disabilities.

• Draft 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Draft 2024 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan

Library Director Search Committee

The Library Director Search Committee meeting scheduled for May 30, 2024, was cancelled. The cancellation occurred because the committee would not have a quorum due to changes in member availability.

Historical Commission

The Westborough Historical Commission will meet to discuss the Rice Boys Sign and review the MACRIS-Westborough list. The body will also hold discussions regarding the budget, CPA updates, and meetings with the Design Review and Planning Boards.

• Rice Boys Sign discussion
• MACRIS-Westborough List update
• Budget discussion
• CPA update
• Design Review Board and Planning Board meeting discussions

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to consider the approval of Trash Disposal & Recycling Regulations. The session also includes scheduling the next meeting for June 25, 2024.

• Approval of Trash Disposal & Recycling Regulations

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to review and discuss revised design guidelines. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and set future dates.

• Discussion and review of revised design guidelines
• Approval of March 12 and April 9 meeting minutes

Library Building Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the status of the library's design development, including cost and schedule flags. Members will review the variance process for the front entrance and updates on children's and teen spaces.

• Review of overall cost and schedule flags
• Variance process for the front entrance
• Discussion on temporary library options
• Review of roof and electrical service issues
• Evaluation of elevator upgrades and shelving reuse

Westborough Housing Authority

The Westborough Housing Authority will meet to review the Treasurer's report and the Executive Director's reports on occupancy, maintenance, and a Lean Energy Audit. The board will vote on the FISH 328059 Admin Fee.

• Vote on FISH 328059 Admin Fee
• Lean Energy Audit update
• Review of April 30 and May 15, 2024 check registers

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review updates on the Library Repair Project and the search for a new Library Director. The meeting includes discussions on staff policies and the results of a strategic plan public survey.

• Library Repair Project update including HVAC design
• Parking agreement between Town and Congregational Church
• Library Director search committee chair appointment
• Code of Conduct Policy revision regarding employee-only areas
• Strategic Plan focus group and public survey results

Planning Board

The Westborough Planning Board is meeting to continue public hearings on four specific site plan and special permit applications. Two of these items have requested continuations to June 18, 2024.

• Site Plan Review at 165 Flanders (Application ID 22-02443)
• Site Plan Application at 101-105 Flanders Rd. (Application ID 24-00539)
• Special Permit/Site Plan Review at 134 Fisher St. (Application ID 23-03565)
• Special Permit/Site Plan Review Application at 18 & 30 Lyman (Application ID 24-00514)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss paint stewardship and pest control at the Town Beach. The board is also scheduled to review tobacco violations for Divine Wine and Sani Liquors Inc. d/b/a Liquor Point.

• Tobacco violation review: Divine Wine
• Tobacco violation review: Sani Liquors Inc. D/B/A Liquor Point
• Mosquito spraying and pest control at Town Beach
• Paint Stewardship discussion with Tom Irwin
• Hundreds Swimmers discussion with Lindsay LaMont

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review candidate presentations and deliberate on potential new members. The meeting also includes updates from YFS and a review of commission responsibilities.

• Youth Commission candidate presentations and questions
• Deliberation over Youth Commission candidates
• YFS updates

Active Transportation & Safety Committee

The committee is meeting to review updates on the BWALT, Downtown/Rotary plans, and Safe Routes to Schools. Members will also discuss the Route 20 Corridor in Shrewsbury and an inventory of active transportation projects.

• Route 20 Corridor in Shrewsbury committee comments
• BWALT design and construction updates
• Inventory of Active Transportation Projects
• Downtown/Rotary Plans status update
• Safe Routes to Schools status update

Sustainable Westborough

The Sustainable Westborough committee will meet to receive updates from the Sustainability Coordinator and the Climate Leaders Program. The body will discuss decarbonization analysis methodology and policies regarding zero emissions vehicles and building codes.

• Climate Leaders Program updates on decarbonization, zero emissions vehicles, and building code
• Decarbonization analysis methodology
• Sustainability Coordinator update
• Newsletter discussion

School Committee

The Westborough School Committee will review student handbooks and receive reports on the strategic plan and human resources. The body is scheduled to take action on the 2024-2025 food service contract and the 24/25 annual stipend memo.

• Award of Food Service Contract 2024-2025
• Annual Stipend Memo 24/25 Vote
• First read of Student Handbooks
• Strategic Plan End of Year Report
• AVC & ACCEPT Collaborative 4th Quarter Reports

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss and potentially approve updates to the regional highway list and the 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program. The body will also consider releasing draft planning documents for public review.

• Potential approval of Proposed Amendment #7 to the FFY 2024 to FFY 2028 TIP Highway List
• Potential approval of FFY 2025 to FFY 2029 TIP
• Potential release of Draft FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for 21-day public review
• Potential release of Draft Coordinated Public Transit Human Service Transportation Plan for 21-day public review

Library Building Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss HVAC design considerations, including equipment options and energy use forecasting. The session includes a review of action items from April meetings with the Commission on Disabilities and Historical Commission.

• HVAC design considerations and equipment
• Retention of chiller and its effect on design elements
• Impact of HVAC designs on project costs
• Energy use forecasting
• Recap of April meetings with Commission on Disabilities and Historical Commission

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for several new projects, including a public dog park and a 40-house transit-oriented village. The body will also discuss stormwater bylaw updates and shoreline vegetation clearing at Lake Chauncy.

• Proposed public dog park at 0 Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller Wy
• Proposed transit-oriented village of 40 small houses at 134 Fisher St
• Proposed commercial building and contractors yard at 101-105 Flanders Rd
• Proposed playground construction at 160 Flanders Rd
• Response to enforcement order for retaining wall at 117 Adams

Veterans' Advisory Board

The Veterans' Advisory Board is meeting to coordinate 2024 Memorial Day activities and assignments. The board will discuss promotion and bus transportation for the Wall that Heals and review the town's new website.

• Memorial Day 2024 update and board assignments
• Flag Burning event scheduled for June 15
• Wall that Heals promotion and bus transportation discussion
• Review of Veterans' pages on the new town website
• Updates on Veterans Corner, Hometown Heroes, and Quilts of Valor

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging will meet to review the April 8 minutes and discuss an implementation plan. The board will also address transportation tasks and a walkthrough of the Community Center.

• Implementation Plan transportation tasks
• Community Center Walk Through
• Springwell/BayPath Meeting
• MySeniorCenter Training
• Volunteer Breakfast

Advisory Finance Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the Annual Town Meeting with Moderator John Arnold. The agenda also includes a review of liaison assignments and the evaluation process for green initiative lifecycle costs.

• Discussion with Moderator John Arnold regarding Annual Town Meeting
• Review of standard process for evaluating lifecycle costs of green initiatives
• Liaison assignments review
• Discussion on dashboard towns for future draft agendas

Library Board of Trustees

The Westborough Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on the appointment of a Director Search Committee. The board will also discuss the timeline and interview dates for the search.

• Appointment of a Director Search Committee

Westborough Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will review several housing projects including 18 and 30 Lyman Street. The meeting includes discussions on the HomeBorough Down Payment Assistance Program and a Rental Assistance Program. Members will also receive updates on the Housing Production Plan and the FY25 budget.

• Acceptance of Deed for 45 High Street Extension
• Amendment to Declaration of Trust regarding Housing Partnership Committee authority
• Affordable housing subsidy discussion for 18 and 30 Lyman Street
• HomeBorough Down Payment Assistance Program administration bid award
• Status update on TD Bank Charitable Foundation 'Homes for Everybody' Grant

School Committee

The committee will receive updates on technology and the Chartwells program. Members will also review the 2024/25 school calendar and annual stipend memo. A vote is scheduled regarding a policy for town vehicles.

• Approval of April 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Technology Program update presentation
• Chartwells Program update presentation
• First read of the 2024/25 School Committee dates
• Vote on policy for town vehicles

Historical Commission

The commission will hear a presentation regarding the Library Project by Lamoureux Pagano Assoc./Arch’s. Inc. Members will also discuss a demolition permit for 2 Meadow Road. Additional discussion items include meeting minutes, the Secretary position, CPA updates, and coordination with the Design Review and Planning Boards.

• Library Project presentation by Lamoureux Pagano Assoc./Arch’s. Inc.
• Demolition Permit discussion for 2 Meadow Road
• Approval of February/March 2024 meeting minutes
• WHC Secretary Position update
• CPA update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding site plan applications and a special permit modification. The board will also receive updates on zoning revisions for multifamily housing in the Highway Business District.

• Public hearing continuation for site plan application at 101-105 Flanders Rd.
• Public hearing continuation for special permit/site plan review at 18 & 30 Lyman
• De minimis modification to Special Permit DPOD #2012-1 at 22 South Street
• Zoning revisions for multifamily housing in Highway Business District

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items were provided in the correspondence.

Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization is seeking public comment on the Draft 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The body is also discussing Proposed Amendment #7 to the 2024-2028 TIP, which includes cost and scheduling changes for specific highway projects.

• Increase cost of Project 608171 Uxbridge Route 122 (South Main Street) from $10,624,014 to $14,232,013
• Move Project 608851 Hardwick-New Braintree Creamery Road bridge replacement to FFY 2024 with a cost of $3,659,382
• Decrease cost of Project 608640 Sutton-Grafton Depot Street bridge reconstruction from $12,380,610 to $9,636,255
• Public review of the Draft 2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)

Economic Development Committee

The committee is meeting to review small business grants and discuss a water moratorium and stormwater utility fee. Members will also address letters of support for sewer and downtown development grants.

• Small Business Grants for Coffee & Pi, Fitness Together, The Curvaceous Bride, and Uhlmans Ice Cream
• Discussion on Water Moratorium and Stormwater Utility Fee
• Letters of support for Downtown Development and Sewer Project grants
• Planning for the 2nd Downtown Development Plan Public Meeting on June 5
• Business Expo event on May 8 at Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding a special permit for 200 East Main Street and a variance for 66 Otis Street. The board will also conduct informal discussions about properties on Mill Road and at Old Colony and West Main Street.

• Special Permit for 200 East Main Street
• Variance for 66 Otis Street
• Informal Discussion: 10 & 12 Mill Road variance
• Informal Discussion: Proposed Lot at 0 Old Colony & West Main Street

Trustees of Soldiers Memorials

The Trustees of Soldiers Memorials are meeting to discuss monument maintenance, budget updates, and flag inventory. The body is reviewing cleaning quotes and coordinating with the DPW on flagpole and monument projects.

• Approval of $1,200 cleaning quote from EXPOSE for the Civil War monument
• Discussion of $3,500 budget for fiscal year 2025
• Review of Nourse St Cemetery monument and flagpole design
• Painting of Rotary and Forbes flag poles and tree trimming via DPW
• Development of a monument history project for upload to Town website by December 2024

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting for initial training conducted by Stuart Saginor of the Community Preservation Coalition. The session covers the history, background, and basics of the CPC.

• Initial training provided by Stuart Saginor, Executive Director of the Community Preservation Coalition

Municipal Building Committee

The Municipal Building Committee will meet to discuss new business regarding the Golf Club Building and the Regional Emergency Communications Center (RECC). The committee will also address the closeout of the Forbes Project.

• Discussion of Golf Club Building
• Discussion of Regional Emergency Communications Center (RECC)
• Closeout of Forbes Project

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will review budget updates and a public art policy update. The body will also receive status updates on the planning for Arts in Common 2024.

• Public Art Policy update
• Budget updates
• Grant performance updates
• Arts in Common 2024 planning updates for artisans, performers, food, and sponsors