{
 "city": "Blackstone",
 "state": "MA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/townofblackstone.org/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-05",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "School building committee to discuss vote procedures under state law",
   "summary": "The Blackstone-Millville Regional School Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Boards of Selectmen and Finance Committees. The main item is a discussion of building vote procedures under General Law Chapter 71, Section 16(n).",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-6470",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Joint meeting to discuss building vote procedures and marching band trip",
   "summary": "The Blackstone-Millville Regional School Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Boards of Selectmen, Finance Committees, and School Building Committee. They will discuss building vote procedures under state law and consider a field trip request for the marching band.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-6471",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Joint meeting to discuss school building vote procedures",
   "summary": "The Blackstone-Millville Regional District School Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Boards of Selectmen, Finance Committees, and School Building Committee. The primary discussion item is the procedures for a building vote under Massachusetts General Law. The meeting includes a public forum and introductions of members.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-6489",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "School Committee to vote on interim finance director contract and discuss 2026-2027 calendar",
   "summary": "The School Committee will vote on a contract for an Interim Director of Finance and Operations and discuss the 2026-2027 school calendar. The meeting also includes a field trip request for the band and a closed session for contract negotiations with nonunion personnel.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-6488",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Discussion of building vote procedures under state law",
   "summary": "The Finance Committee is meeting jointly with the Board of Selectmen, School Committee, and School Building Committee to discuss procedures for a building vote under Massachusetts General Law. The agenda includes only procedural items and a placeholder for unanticipated matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-6494",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Historical Commission discusses plans and updates for museum operations",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Historical Commission will meet to discuss routine business including staffing, updates on signage, technology upgrades, apparel, a ramp, a social media policy, a mural, a senior visit plan, and a Green Community grant. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings noted.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-6487",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Board of Selectmen",
   "headline": "Board discusses school building vote procedures under state law",
   "summary": "The Board of Selectmen will hold a joint meeting with the School Committee, School Building Committee, and Finance Committee to discuss building vote procedures under General Law Chapter 71, Section 16. The agenda also includes routine items such as future agenda planning and adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-6482",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Council on Aging",
   "headline": "Blackstone COA board meets for routine business",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Council on Aging board will hold a regular meeting with standard procedural items including the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, public comment, approval of June meeting minutes, a director's report, and an update from the Friends Group. No specific votes, ordinances, or financial actions are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-6491",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "School policy subcommittee to review bus driver exams, school choice, student restraint, cell phones",
   "summary": "The Blackstone-Millville Regional District School Committee's Policy Subcommittee will meet virtually to discuss and review several policies, including bus driver examination and training, school choice, time-out/seclusion/restraint of students, and a cell phone policy. No decisions are being made at this subcommittee meeting; items are under review for potential recommendation to the full committee.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-6497",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Council on Aging",
   "headline": "Blackstone COA board discusses improvements and vision for senior center",
   "summary": "The Council on Aging board will hold a workshop to discuss improvements and the future vision for the COA. No specific proposals, votes, or funding amounts are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-6492",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to discuss site plan requirements and Kimball Site Expansion",
   "summary": "The Planning Board will review the Kimball Site Expansion stormwater and site plan. Members will also discuss veteran's housing, site prioritization, and FY27 DLTA funding.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-6486",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to discuss Kimball site expansion and site plan review",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss several planning and development topics. Key items include a continued site plan and stormwater review for the Kimball site expansion, a discussion on veteran's housing, and a vote on requiring two paper copies and an electronic PDF for planning applications. The board will also discuss FY27 DLTA funding and a potential alternate member.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-6496",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Kimball Site expansion, bylaw review, and OpenGov discussion on Blackstone Planning Board agenda",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Planning Board will continue a site plan and stormwater review for the Kimball Site expansion, discuss and possibly vote on requiring two paper copies plus an electronic PDF for planning applications, and review a bylaw update with Gino. Other topics include site prioritization, veteran’s housing, and FY27 DLTA funding.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-6495",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Mosquito control spraying scheduled for August in Blackstone",
   "summary": "This is a notice from the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project, not a meeting agenda. It announces planned mosquito control operations in Blackstone on five dates in August 2026, subject to change. Residents can request site-specific spraying or opt out of wide-area applications on their property.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-6478",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08122026-6493",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Board of Assessors",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08122026-6490",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Water & Sewer Commission",
   "headline": "Water & Sewer Commission to approve $537K in commitments",
   "summary": "The Water & Sewer Commission will consider approving water and sewer commitments totaling $537,743.26 and receive updates on drought conditions, well and sewer reports, lead service line inventory, and water treatment plant status.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-6474",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Mosquito control spraying scheduled for August in Blackstone",
   "summary": "The Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project will be in Blackstone on August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 to respond to resident concerns about mosquitoes. Spraying may occur in defined site-specific areas using truck-mounted equipment. Residents can opt out of wide-area applications on their private property.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08172026-6479",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-24",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project schedules August spray dates in Blackstone",
   "summary": "The Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project (CMMCP) will conduct mosquito control activities in Blackstone on August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, with dates subject to change due to weather or mosquito activity. Residents can request service or check the daily spray schedule via the CMMCP website or phone system.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08242026-6480",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-31",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Mosquito control spray schedule and service request process for August 2026",
   "summary": "This is a notification from the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project about their August 2026 spray schedule and how residents can request service. The board is not meeting; this is an informational notice.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08312026-6481",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Mosquito control board announces August spray dates for Blackstone",
   "summary": "This notice from the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project informs the Blackstone Board of Health that personnel will be in town on five dates in August to respond to mosquito concerns. The schedule is tentative and subject to change due to weather, mosquito activity, or virus risk. Residents may request site-specific spraying by phone or online.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08032026-6477",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Housing Authority",
   "headline": "Housing Authority to vote on FY2027 Annual Plan",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Housing Authority will vote on the FY2027 Annual Plan and discuss a smoking policy update at its July 28, 2026 meeting. The agenda also includes approval of June 2026 warrants and minutes from the June 23 emergency meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-6483",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Mosquito control spray schedule for July 2026 in Blackstone",
   "summary": "This is a notice from the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project, not a meeting agenda. It informs the Town of Blackstone of planned mosquito control visits on July 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2026, subject to change. Residents can request site-specific spraying by phone or online, and may opt out of wide-area applications on their private property.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-6438",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "EDC to finalize August business list, hear DPH update",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Economic Development Committee will finalize a business list for action in August, receive an update on the Cristina Coulter MSA, and hear from DPH Chair Joshua Ryan. The meeting also includes a future agenda item on the Main Street corridor.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-6484",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Parks and Recreation",
   "headline": "Parks and Recreation Commission to discuss field use fees and ADA repairs",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Parks and Recreation Commission will review bills, ADA-related repairs, and field use fees at this meeting. Public comments and correspondence, including a drone-related email, will also be addressed. No major decisions are scheduled, but updates on playground equipment and semiquincentennial events will be discussed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-6485",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Zoning Board",
   "headline": "Blackstone Zoning Board meeting for July 22, 2026 cancelled",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for July 22, 2026, at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. No business, decisions, or discussions were listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-6475",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Zoning Board",
   "headline": "Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, no substantive items listed",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting on July 22, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The agenda contains only procedural items such as roll call, correspondence, minutes, bills, and adjournment. No rezonings, special permits, variances, or other substantive decisions are listed for discussion or action.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-6473",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Board of Selectmen",
   "headline": "Board of Selectmen meets with no substantive agenda items listed",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Board of Selectmen agenda for July 21, 2026, contains only procedural items and no concrete decisions or discussions. The meeting includes a workshop session, public hearings, and reports, but no specific ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are detailed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-6476",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Board of Selectmen",
   "headline": "Board discusses Blackstone’s 250th anniversary celebration plans",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Board of Selectmen will hold a workshop meeting to review progress on the town’s Semiquincentennial Celebration. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is informational.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-6468",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Mosquito control spraying scheduled for Blackstone on July 6, 13, 20, 27",
   "summary": "This is a notice from the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project, not a meeting agenda. It announces four tentative dates in July 2026 when personnel will be in Blackstone to respond to residents' mosquito concerns. Spraying is subject to change due to weather, mosquito activity, or special events. Residents can request site-specific spraying by phone or online.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-6437",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Board of Health",
   "headline": "Board of Health to vote on septic upgrade variance and landfill property gift",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Board of Health will meet to discuss routine minutes, public welfare, and the Health Agent’s report. Items include a septic system variance for 133 Lakeshore Drive, a potential property gift for the Farm Street Landfill, and approval of payroll and invoices. Food permits for several vendors are also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-6466",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Board of Health",
   "headline": "Board of Health to vote on septic upgrade variance and landfill property gift",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially vote on several items, including a septic system variance for 133 Lakeshore Drive, acceptance of a property gift for the Farm Street Landfill, and approval of payroll and invoices. The board will also hear a report from Health Agent Deb Vescera and consider food permits for local vendors.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-6465",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Board of Health to vote on septic variance, landfill gift, and food permits",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Board of Health is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on several items, including a septic system variance for 133 Lakeshore Drive, a gift of property for the Farm Street Landfill, and multiple food permits for the 2026 season. The board will also consider payroll for the Health Agent and review incident reports for several addresses.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-6472",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Board of Selectmen",
   "headline": "Board discusses Semiquincentennial Celebration plans",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Board of Selectmen will hold a workshop meeting to review progress on the town’s Semiquincentennial Celebration, marking 250 years since Blackstone’s founding. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is focused on discussion and updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-6467",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "EDC to finalize business list and schedule DPH visit",
   "summary": "The Economic Development Committee will finalize a business list for action in August and set dates for visits from the Department of Public Health and Garrett Mancieris. The committee will also accept a resignation and assign a member to research the MSA program.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-6469",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Parks and Recreation Commission reviews field use policies and budget items",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss field use policies, budget resolutions, and upcoming town events. The meeting includes public comments, correspondence review, and updates on past and new business items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-6464",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07132026-6464",
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project to visit Blackstone in July",
   "summary": "The Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project will conduct site visits in Blackstone on July 6, 13, 20, and 27 to address resident concerns about mosquitoes. Dates are tentative and subject to change due to weather, mosquito activity, or special events. Residents can request service or check spray schedules via phone or the project’s website.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-6436",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Library Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Blackstone Library Trustees to discuss FY27 budget and director evaluation",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Board of Library Trustees will meet on July 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Blackstone Public Library. The agenda includes discussion of the FY27 operating budget and warrants, approval of building maintenance contracts, and the annual evaluation of the Library Director. Trustees will also consider the approval of LIG/MEG funds for FY27 and the election of officers.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-6461",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "Blackstone EDC to finalize business action list, DPH visit dates, and fill vacancy",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Economic Development Committee will reorganize, approve past minutes, hear public comment, finalize a business action list for August, schedule a DPH and Garrett Mancieris visit, accept a member resignation, and assign a new member to review the MSA program.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-6463",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Water & Sewer Commission",
   "headline": "Meeting cancelled; no decisions made",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Water and Sewer Commission meeting scheduled for July 9, 2026, was cancelled. No votes or discussions took place.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-6462",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Water & Sewer Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to approve water and sewer commitments for 2026",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Water & Sewer Commission will meet to approve commitments for water and sewer services. Town Administrator Lauren Taylor will discuss drainage issues on Bellingham Road. The meeting will also review drought conditions, sewer reports, and updates on lead service line inventory and water quality samples.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-6452",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "School Building Committee to review design updates and SD submission status",
   "summary": "The Blackstone-Millville Regional School District School Building Committee is meeting to discuss design updates for a school project, including exterior renderings. The committee will also review a community engagement group report and receive an OPM report on the SD submission status, finances, and invoices.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-6457",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to discuss NOI for 133 Lakeshore Drive",
   "summary": "The Blackstone Conservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss a Notice of Intent (NOI) for 133 Lakeshore Drive, continue a NOI for Parcel 24-21 Union Street to July, and continue an ANRAD for Kimball Sand Company to August 12. The agenda also includes standard items such as roll call, public forum, enforcement/complaints, minutes approval, and bill payments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-6450",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "All Other Groups, Boards, and Committees",
   "headline": "School Building Committee reviews design updates and SD submission status",
   "summary": "The School Building Committee will review site and exterior renderings for the school building project and discuss the design. The committee will also receive an update from the Community Engagement Group and review the OPM report on the Schematic Design submission status, finances, and schedule.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-6460",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Board of Selectmen",
   "headline": "Selectmen and Conservation Commission to discuss OA Homes litigation",
   "summary": "The Board of Selectmen and Conservation Commission will hold a joint executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding OA Homes, LLC v. Town of Blackstone Conservation Commission, a case in Worcester Superior Court. The chair has declared that an open meeting would harm the town's litigating position. No other business is on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-6459",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.townofblackstone.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}