Holliston public meetings in 2024

Select Board

The Select Board appointed three members to the Sewer Commission, awarded a $3,535,300 contract for the Factory Pond Dam Rehabilitation and Woodland Street Bridge Replacement to John Rocchio Corporation, and authorized an RFP for a search firm to recruit a new Town Administrator. The board also approved design assumptions for Norfolk Street sidewalks and road widths, and accepted donations for The Center.

• Appointed Kevin Cornwell, John Cronin, and Stacia Gelineau to the Sewer Commission (3-0)
• Awarded $3,535,300 contract for Factory Pond Dam & Woodland Street Bridge to John Rocchio Corp (3-0)
• Authorized RFP for Town Manager recruitment search firm (3-0)
• Approved Norfolk Street design assumptions: 24-ft width to Arcadian Farm, 26-ft to Medway line, sidewalks on left (3-0)
• Approved weekly warrants totaling $3,389,330.86 (3-0)
• Re-appointed Mark Dellicker as on-call Fire Department Deputy (3-0)
• Approved contract with Lombardo Associates for Downtown Sewer Project engineering (3-0)
• Accepted $500 in donations for The Center (3-0)

Planning Board

The Holliston Planning Board approved a reduction of the surety for White Pine Estates II to $22,175 and endorsed a Tri-Party Agreement. They also accepted a field change for the detention basin at Eagle Path and waived a condition for the Trails at Jennings Hill subdivision to allow occupancy of Lot 1. Two public hearings were continued to future dates.

• Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved surety reduction to $22,175 for White Pine Estates II (unanimous)
• Endorsed Tri-Party Agreement with O'Leary Builders and Mutual One Bank (unanimous)
• Accepted detention basin field change at Eagle Path (unanimous)
• Waived Condition #22 for Trails at Jennings Hill to allow Lot 1 occupancy (unanimous)
• Continued Hopping Brook Development hearing to January 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued Jasper Hill Realty Trust hearing to January 30, 2025 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Holliston Zoning Board of Appeals approved a dimensional variance for 98 Robert Road to allow a 25.6-foot side yard setback, and a special permit for a 2,800 sq ft personal trainer/gym at 275 Hopping Brook Road. Both approvals were unanimous (3-0). The board also approved the October 28, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved dimensional variance at 98 Robert Road (3-0)
• Approved special permit for personal trainer/gym at 275 Hopping Brook Road (3-0)
• Approved minutes of October 28, 2024 (3-0)

Board of Assessors

This is a routine meeting of the Holliston Board of Assessors. The board will review and approve minutes from the previous meeting, approve the Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #6, and receive updates on tax-rate setting and MUNIS uploads. They will also review and sign Chapter 61 and 61B applications for fiscal year 2026, and discuss personnel evaluations and budget preparation.

• Approve Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #6
• Status update on tax-rate setting and MUNIS uploads
• Review and sign Chapter 61A and 61B liens for FY26 applications
• Update on annual personnel evaluation
• Update on FY26 budget preparation

The Board of Assessors signed the Fiscal Year 2025 actual tax commitment, including real estate, personal property, CPA surcharge, and various liens, and approved motor vehicle excise abatements. They also approved FY2026 Chapter 61/61A/61B applications and entered executive session to discuss confidential exemption applications, ratifying actions taken. The board set FY2026 goals and scheduled the next meeting.

• Signed Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #6 for $49,510.61
• Signed FY2025 actual tax commitment totaling $60,118,118.51
• Approved November 2024 abatement reports (33 abatements totaling $3,920.89)
• Entered executive session to discuss confidential exemption applications (3-0)
• Ratified executive session actions (3-0)
• Approved FY2026 Chapter 61/61A/61B applications #1-26
• Signed tax lien forms for Chapter 61 land at 665 Adams Street and Chapter 61B land for Regency at Glen Ellen, Highlands at Holliston Trust I and II
• Adjourned at 9:35 AM (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors met in executive session and approved three Fiscal Year 2025 senior exemption applications. The approvals were unanimous (3-0). The board then voted to end the executive session and return to regular session.

• Approved FY2025 Senior exemption application #5 (Class 41C – $1,000) (3-0)
• Approved FY2025 Senior exemption applications #9 and #11 (Class 17D – $350) (3-0)
• Voted to end executive session and return to regular session (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission discussed revisions to the Invasive Species Management Plan for the 10 Laurel Glen development, reviewed a wetland violation at 229 Hollis Street involving unpermitted tree removal and a tennis court, and considered a request to waive conservation restriction requirements for two homes in the Jennings Hill subdivision. Other business included updates on the Broad Hill trail license agreement and parking lot repairs at the NStar/Adams Street conservation area.

• Revision of Invasive Species Management Plan for 10 Laurel Glen (DEP#185-903): 28% invasive cover on 9+ acre site; dormant season cutting planned for early 2025.
• Wetland violation at 229 Hollis Street: unpermitted tennis court in 50-ft buffer and tree removal; commission to require mitigation plantings in spring.
• Developer's request to waive conservation restriction requirement for occupancy permits on two houses in Jennings Hill subdivision; commission supports keeping requirement.
• Broad Hill trail: Town Counsel recommends easement over license for bridge on town property; Mass Audubon evaluating.
• NStar/Adams Street Conservation area parking lot driveway continues to wash out; commission to seek engineering solutions.

The Holliston Conservation Commission approved an amendment to the Order of Conditions for the Eagle Path subdivision, redesigning the infiltration basin with a larger capacity and new outfall location. The commission also continued public hearings for wetland delineation at 0 & 194 Lowland Street and a trail project at 300 Highland Street until January 7, 2025, pending DEP file numbers. Discussions were held on revising the Invasives Species Management Plan for 10 Laurel Glen and a wetland violation at 229 Hollis Street, with no final decisions made on those items.

• Approved amendment to Order of Conditions for Eagle Path infiltration basin redesign (6-0)
• Continued hearing for wetland delineation at 0 & 194 Lowland Street to Jan 7 (6-0)
• Continued hearing for trail project at 300 Highland Street to Jan 7 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from Nov 19 and Dec 3 meetings (6-0 each)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet on December 9, 2024, in Upper Town Hall. The only item on the agenda is the presentation of Humanitarian Awards. No other business is listed for this meeting.

• Presentation of Humanitarian Awards (no further details provided)

Select Board

The Select Board voted unanimously to change the 2025 Annual Town Meeting date from May 12 to May 7, 2025, and opened the warrant with a March 10, 2025 closing date. They also approved obligating remaining ARPA funds for the wastewater treatment plant design and sweeping leftover funds into transportation revolving funds. The board authorized a second RFP for a new DPW facility site due to delays at 20 Cross Street, and approved several routine items including warrants, licenses, and a property purchase.

• Changed 2025 Annual Town Meeting date to May 7, 2025 (3-0)
• Opened 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant, closing March 10, 2025 (3-0)
• Obligated remaining ARPA funds (~$150,000) for Lombardo Associates wastewater plant design (3-0)
• Swept unspent ARPA funds equally into COA Transportation and School Bus Transportation Revolving Funds (3-0)
• Authorized second RFP for DPW facility site (3-0)
• Approved weekly warrants totaling $3,414,570.70 (3-0)
• Approved 2025 holiday schedule and annual licenses (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 0 Adams Street for $35,000 for open space (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission reviewed invasive species management plans for Laurel Glen properties and discussed a wetland violation at 229 Hollis Street. The body denied a request for an administrative plan change for the Eagle Path Subdivision, requiring a public hearing instead.

• Approved invasive species management plan for 5 Laurel Glen
• Denied administrative plan change for DEP #185-905 Eagle Path Subdivision; required Amendment to Order of Conditions
• Discussed wetland violation and potential mitigation plantings at 229 Hollis Street
• Reviewed draft 30-year trail license for Mass Audubon to use Town land
• Discussed potential Massachusetts Trail Grant for The Trustees of Reservations’ conservation areas

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review a PowerPoint presentation for the Classification Hearing, discuss DOR submissions and tax-rate setting, and later adjourn to the Select Board meeting for the Classification Hearing. They will also consider exemptions and abatements in executive session and sign DOR forms.

• Review/approve minutes from November 14, 2024 meeting
• Update from Jeff Marshall on minutes from past meetings
• Review PowerPoint presentation for Classification Hearing
• Update on DOR submissions/tax-rate setting/Classification Hearing
• Executive session to review/approve/deny exemptions and abatements

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to set the FY2025 tax rate, with a quorum of the Board of Assessors present, and vote on the rate and related requirements. The Board will also review and potentially ratify a Public Employee Committee agreement to enter the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) for FY2026–FY2028, which requires an application to the GIC. Other business includes appointments to the Conservation Commission, approval of rail trail lease agreements, and two temporary alcohol licenses for events on December 15, 2024.

• FY2025 Tax Rate Hearing and vote on setting the tax rate.
• Ratification of Public Employee Committee agreement to join GIC for FY2026–FY2028.
• Appointments to Conservation Commission: Alon Yaari and Emily Harrison through June 30, 2025.
• Rail trail lease agreements (9 items) to be reviewed.
• One-day alcohol licenses: The Black Harp (noon–4:00 p.m.) and Rushford and Sons (11 a.m.–4:00 p.m.) on December 15, 2024 at WSK 24 Water Street.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear updates from the Town Administrator and discuss several items, including Keefe Tech enrollment, MCRS assessment options, the Sustainability Coordinator position, health care for town employees, OPEB, a Town Engineer working group, a townwide HR department, and a draft revenue model. The committee may also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Holliston Police Association.

• Draft revenue model for review and discussion
• Keefe Tech enrollment numbers and implications
• MCRS assessment options for the town
• Proposal for a townwide HR department (school and town)
• Executive session for collective bargaining with Holliston Police Association

Conservation Commission

The Commission heard a request to extend an Order of Conditions for invasive species management at 10 Laurel Glen, with debate over success criteria and monitoring. They decided to delay decision two weeks for contract review. They also interviewed two candidates for commissioner positions and discussed a proposed bike park at 260 Woodland Street, a tennis court violation at 229 Hollis Street, and approved the Jennings Hill Conservation Restriction.

• Extension request for Order of Conditions at 10 Laurel Glen (DEP#185-903) with updated Invasive Species Management Plan; decision tabled two weeks
• Interviews of Emily Harrison and Alon Yaari for commissioner positions; motion to recommend both to Select Board
• Approval of Jennings Hill Conservation Restriction with administrative changes
• Discussion of proposed bicycle pump park at 260 Woodland Street off the rail trail; consensus to start with an RDA application
• Tennis court violation at 229 Hollis Street within 50-ft wetland buffer zone; discussion tabled pending property history review

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on a request to lift the moratorium on street-cutting for newly paved roads at 148 and 154 Union Street, along with related driveway permits. The board will also review a draft 2025 flag schedule for Blair Square and discuss a policy on residency eligibility for appointed boards. Other items include recruitment of sewer commission and policy advisory committee members, a tax rate hearing notice, and an appointment to the Historical Commission.

• Request to lift street-cutting moratorium at 148 and 154 Union Street
• Driveway permits for two openings at 148 and 154 Union Street
• Draft 2025 flag schedule for Blair Square (including Transgender, Pride, Juneteenth flags)
• Appointment of Melissa Deutsch as alternate member of Historical Commission
• Tax rate hearing (FY2025) scheduled for Nov. 25 with Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review updates regarding a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a new Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system. The body will also discuss Department of Revenue (DOR) submissions, tax-rate setting, and the Classification Hearing.

• Update on RFP for new CAMA system
• Update on DOR submissions and tax-rate setting
• Classification Hearing update
• Review of exemptions and abatements in Executive Session

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk will conduct a hand count of ballots received after the election. This is a procedural meeting to verify ballots.

• Hand count of ballots received post election at Town Hall at 9:00 AM

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the creation of a Policy Advisory Committee to review town policies through a DEI lens. The board is also reviewing a contract for a water meter project and a MassDOT reimbursement request.

• Contract award for Water Meter Project (Software/MTUs) to Hydro Utiltiies, LLC for $399,875
• MassDOT Chapter 90 Reimbursement Request for $56,596.69
• Proposal to establish a Policy Advisory Committee to review internal policies
• Donation of $5,000 to the Police Gift Account from the Birch Foundation
• FY2025 Snow Plow Rates

Planning Board

The agenda for the Holliston Planning Board meeting of November 7, 2024, consists entirely of numeric codes and slash characters, making it impossible to identify any specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings. No substantive items can be extracted from the supplied text.

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk announces a public test of ballot tabulating equipment for the upcoming State Election on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 9:30am in Town Hall Room 105. No change in equipment type. This is a procedural notice, not a decision-making session.

• Public test of ballot tabulating equipment for State Election on Oct 30, 2024 at 9:30am

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission approved an administrative plan change for a solar project and a 40-foot trail bridge extension in the Fairbanks Conservation Area. The board also discussed a failing detention basin at the Eagle Path Subdivision and an invasive species management plan for 10 Laurel Glen.

• Approved administrative plan change for stormwater treatment at 150 & 280 Marshall Street Solar Project
• Approved 40-foot extension of a trail bridge in Fairbanks Conservation Area
• Issued Order of Conditions for 217 Hanlon Street (DEP #185-963)
• Discussed remediation of a failed detention basin at Eagle Path Subdivision (DEP #185-905)
• Reviewed invasive species eradication goals for 10 Laurel Glen (DEP #185-903)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss administrative updates and personnel matters. The meeting includes interviews for an open board seat and an update on filling the Assistant Assessor position.

• Interviews with candidates for open Board seat
• Update on filling Assistant Assessor position
• Update on DOR submissions

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and finalize an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Sherborn for a shared regional sustainability coordinator, including the number of hours per week and grant-writing services. The board will also hold public hearings on Eversource utility pole and EV charger installations, and consider several other actions such as a $123,860 contract for golf course tees, appointments, and a variance application.

• Appointment of Board of Assessor member through May 2025 to replace a resignation
• Discussion with Youth Advisory Council regarding a name change
• Finalize weekly maintenance plan for dog waste stations on Upper Charles Rail Trail
• Intermunicipal agreement with Sherborn for regional sustainability coordinator (10 vs 15 hours per week; grant writing from Weston & Sampson)
• Public hearing for Eversource pole, cables, wires, and guys on Indian Ridge South and Turner Road; continued hearing for EV charger on Railroad Street and Elm Street

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk’s Office and election staff are meeting to remove and check in early voted and vote-by-mail ballots. This is a procedural step for the November 5, 2024 State Election.

• Removal and check-in of Early & Vote By Mail Ballots

Board of Assessors

The Holliston Board of Assessors will discuss updates on the new CAMA system RFP and the process to fill the Assistant Assessor position. They will also review minutes from recent meetings and approve any abatements and exemptions in executive session. The meeting includes routine updates on DOR submissions and setting future meeting dates.

• Update on new CAMA system RFP
• Update on filling Assistant Assessor position
• Review/approve minutes from October 22, 2024 meeting
• Executive session to review/approve abatements and exemptions
• Update on DOR submissions

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold two continued public hearings: a dimensional variance for 23 Ruthellen Road (Tammy Bourla, applicant/owner) and a special permit for Coffee Haven at 76 Railroad Street (applicant) with Holliston Railroad, LLC as owner. The board will also vote on minutes from October 23, 2024.

• Continued public hearing: Dimensional variance – 23 Ruthellen Road (Tammy Bourla)
• Continued public hearing: Special permit – Coffee Haven at 76 Railroad Street (Holliston Railroad, LLC, owner)
• Approval of minutes – October 23, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet via remote participation to conduct general business. The board is scheduled to review stormwater and land disturbance permits for two properties on Union Street.

• Stormwater and Land Disturbance permits for 148 and 154 Union Street (Stephen O’Leary)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet primarily to prepare for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting. The agenda also includes general board business and any other matters that may arise. No specific proposals, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• Preparation for Fall Town Meeting

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss updates on the new CAMA system and Fiscal Year 2025 valuations. An executive session is scheduled to review abatements and exemptions, with any actions ratified afterward. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions expected.

• Review/approve minutes from October 15, 2024 meeting
• Update from Jeff Marshall on meeting minutes from mid-July through mid-September
• Review/approve commitments (if any)
• Update on Town Meeting vote on new CAMA system
• Update on Fiscal Year 2025 valuations

Planning Board

The Holliston Planning Board will meet via remote participation to conduct general business. The board is scheduled to review stormwater and land disturbance permits for two properties on Union Street.

• Stormwater and Land Disturbance permits for 148 and 154 Union Street (Stephen O’Leary)

Conservation Commission

The Holliston Conservation Commission discussed a request to extend the Order of Conditions for invasive species management at 10 Laurel Glen, with commissioners and neighbors expressing concerns over progress and proposing a revised plan. The Commission also issued a Certificate of Compliance for 45 Washington Street where work was never started, approved an amendment for 58A Hopping Brook Road, and issued a determination for a golf cart port at 212 Pinecrest Street. Other matters included a proposal to extend a trail bridge at Fairbanks Conservation Area and correspondence about beaver dams and horse manure.

• Certificate of Compliance issued for DEP#185-892 at 45 Washington Street (work never started)
• Extension request for DEP#185-903 at 10 Laurel Glen continued; new invasive species plan may be required
• Positive Determination (2b, negative 3) issued for golf cart port at 212 Pinecrest Street within 100-ft and 50-ft buffer
• Amendment to Order of Conditions approved for 58A Hopping Brook Road (catch basin and infiltration improvements)
• Proposal for 40-foot extension of trail bridge at Fairbanks Conservation Area discussed

Select Board

The Holliston Select Board will discuss preparations for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting. The agenda also includes general board business and any other matters that may arise. This is a procedural meeting without specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Preparation for Fall Town Meeting
• General board business discussion
• Any other business as time permits

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and discuss the Fall Town Meeting Warrant, with possible votes on specific articles. They will also approve minutes from prior meetings. The meeting will then adjourn to the Town Meeting in the high school auditorium.

• Review and possible vote on Fall Town Meeting Warrant articles.

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss routine items including warrants and preparation for the Fall Town Meeting. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet remotely to approve minutes from September 25 and hold deliberations on nine separate property cases, including applications at 25 Meadowbrook Lane, 50 Carl Road, 99 Winter Street, 76 Central Street, 600 Central Street, 520 Concord Road, 1 Front Street (Blair Square), and 91 Dunster Road.

• Deliberations on Darren Balardini at 25 Meadowbrook Lane
• Deliberations on Jacob Gadbois and Megan Hoyt-Ogura at 50 Carl Road
• Deliberations on Marianne Grant at 99 Winter Street
• Deliberations on Seventy-Six Central Street, LLC at 76 Central Street
• Deliberations on Brian White and Christ the King Church at 600 Central Street

The Holliston Zoning Board of Appeals approved all eight applications on its October 17, 2024 agenda, including dimensional variances, special permits, and use variances. All votes were unanimous (3-0). The board also approved the minutes from the September 25, 2024 meeting.

• Approved dimensional variance at 25 Meadowbrook Lane (3-0)
• Approved special permit at 50 Carl Road (3-0)
• Approved special permit at 99 Winter Street (3-0)
• Approved special permit at 76 Central Street (3-0)
• Approved use variance at 600 Central Street for DME office (3-0)
• Approved special permit at 520 Concord Street (3-0)
• Approved use variance at 1 Front Street for Soofa sign (3-0)
• Approved dimensional variance and special permit at 91 Dunster Road (3-0)

Planning Board

The Holliston Planning Board will review stormwater and land disturbance permit applications for 230 Winter Street (John Rife) and 148/154 Union Street (Stephen O'Leary). No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Stormwater and land disturbance permit for 230 Winter Street – John Rife
• Stormwater and land disturbance permit for 148 and 154 Union Street – Stephen O'Leary

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review minutes, receive an update on Fiscal Year 2025 valuations, discuss a possible board vacancy, and enter executive session to review abatements and exemptions. The agenda is largely procedural with no major financial decisions or public hearings.

• Update on Fiscal Year 2025 valuations
• Discussion of possible board vacancy
• Executive session to review abatements and exemptions

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and possibly vote on articles in the Fall Town Meeting Warrant. The committee will also receive updates from the Town Administrator and consider approving previous meeting minutes.

• Review and possible voting on Fall Town Meeting Warrant articles

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on a Verizon/Nstar pole relocation for an EV charging station at Railroad Street and Elm Street. They will vote on a $177,314.50 contract for the Central Street Sidewalk project. Other agenda items include a request to lift a street-cutting moratorium at 148 and 154 Union Street, driveway permits for those properties, and review of logistics for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting.

• Public Hearing: Verizon New England and Nstar pole location at Railroad Street @ Elm Street for EV charging station
• Contract Execution: Central Street Sidewalk (Winthrop Street to Franklin Street, Southbound; Church Street to Rail Trail Parking Lot, Northbound) for $177,314.50 to PJ Albert
• Request to lift moratorium prohibiting street-cutting on pavement less than 5 years old for 148 and 154 Union Street
• Driveway permits for two openings at 148 Union Street and 154 Union Street (pending stormwater and land disturbance permits)
• Review of October 21, 2024 Fall Town Meeting logistics including babysitting, senior parking, postcards, translation services, closed captioning

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and approve minutes from prior meetings, receive an update on Fiscal Year 2025 valuations, and discuss any commitments. An executive session is scheduled to review and approve abatements and exemptions, followed by ratification of any actions taken in closed session.

• Update on Fiscal Year 2025 valuations
• Review/approve abatements and exemptions (Executive Session)
• Review/approve commitments (if any)
• Ratify actions taken during Executive Session

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee Capital Subcommittee will discuss possible modifications to its recommendation for October Town Meeting regarding the Woodland Street bridge and dam repair project, based on new information. The meeting also includes administrative business and updates from the Town Administrator on capital-related matters. No votes are scheduled; the discussion is preparatory.

• Discussion on modifications to subcommittee recommendation for Woodland St bridge/dam repair project
• Updates from Town Administrator on capital-related items
• Administrative business including minutes and scheduling
• Public comment permitted at chair's discretion

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially vote on articles for the Fall Town Meeting Warrant. The meeting includes a presentation from the Community Preservation Committee regarding a CPA Warrant Article.

• Presentation by Community Preservation Committee on CPA Warrant Article
• Review and possible voting on Fall Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Updates from the Town Administrator regarding Select Board matters

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission issued a Certificate of Compliance for the Constitution Village Subdivision and approved a septic system location change at 1212 Washington Street. The board tabled a request for an extension of conditions at 10 Laurel Glen pending a report on invasive species management.

• Issued Certificate of Compliance for DEP #185-849 Constitution Village Subdivision
• Approved administrative plan change for septic system at 1212 Washington Street
• Tabled extension request for DEP #185-903 10 Laurel Glen until October 22, 2024
• Discussed amendment to Order of Conditions for 58A Hopping Brook Road regarding a concrete conduit and ramp drain
• Noted resignation of Commissioner Nicole Smith, who will move to an alternate role

Select Board

The Select Board will consider adopting a 50% means-tested senior exemption as recommended by the Board of Assessors. They will also review materials for the October 2024 Fall Town Meeting, discuss costs for transitioning rail trail dog waste pickup from volunteer to paid service, and set recycling center hours through January 2025. Several one-day alcohol permits and a state election warrant will also be acted upon.

• Adopt 50% means-tested senior exemption (Assessors recommended 9/30/24)
• Fall Town Meeting warrant posting and Finance Committee recommendations due 10/11/24
• Rail trail dog waste pickup cost review and transition from volunteer service
• Recycling center hours of operation Oct 2024 to Jan 2025
• One-day liquor licenses for Veterans Day luncheon (Nov 11), Holiday Stroll (Nov 30), and other events

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to approve the warrant for the Fall Town Meeting scheduled for October 21, 2024. The board may make substantive adjustments based on a Planning Board Public Hearing held on October 3.

• Approval of Oct. 21, 2024 Fall Town Meeting Warrant

Planning Board

The Holliston Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on proposed zoning by-law amendments to create an MBTA Communities Multi-Family Overlay District (MCMOD) and to update definitions and use regulations for accessory dwelling units. The board will also open a public hearing on amendments to penalty and definition sections, and consider a special permit compliance enforcement action regarding a fence. A continued site plan review and definitive subdivision public hearing is scheduled for 52 Jasper Hill Road.

• Any Fence Special Permit Compliance and Enforcement Action
• Amend Section VI-G Penalty (zoning by-law)
• Amend Section I-E Definitions and other sections to remove references to Apartment District for consistency with MCMOD
• Continued public hearing to create MBTA Communities Multi-Family Overlay District (MCMOD) with sub-districts, definitions, dimensional standards, affordability requirements
• Continued site plan review and definitive subdivision for Jasper Hill Realty Trust at 52 Jasper Hill Road

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to approve the warrant for the Fall Town Meeting scheduled for October 21, 2024. The board may make substantive adjustments to the warrant based on the results of a Planning Board Public Hearing held on October 3.

• Approval of the October 21, 2024 Fall Town Meeting warrant

Finance Committee

The Holliston Finance Committee will review and possibly vote on articles for the Fall Town Meeting Warrant, following a presentation from the Community Preservation Committee on a CPA warrant article. The committee will also hear updates from the Town Administrator and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Presentation by Community Preservation Committee on CPA warrant article
• Review and possible voting on Fall Town Meeting Warrant articles
• Updates from the Town Administrator on Select Board matters
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss the percentage for the Means-Tested Exemption to recommend to the Select Board. The body will also address FY2025 valuations and staffing updates. An executive session is scheduled to review abatements, exemptions, and a pending ATB case.

• Recommendation of Means-Tested Exemption percentage to Select Board
• Authorization for Principal Assessor to sign FY2025 budget contracts
• Update on Assistant Assessor position and temporary help
• Update on Fiscal Year 2025 valuations
• Review of abatements and exemptions in Executive Session

Select Board

The Select Board will review the draft warrant for the October 21, 2024 Fall Town Meeting, including potential adoption of changes to the Town Manager Act based on feedback from the Finance Committee, School Committee, and Library Trustees. They will also discuss enabling language for the Sewer Commission and a potential article for the Factory Pond Dam project. Additionally, the board will consider a contract for cart path and drainage improvements at Pinecrest and make appointments to town committees.

• Review of draft warrant for Oct. 21 Fall Town Meeting, including Town Manager Act revisions (Finance Committee language on revenue modeling, School Committee comment on Section 2k, Library Trustees revised language on 'Consult')
• Potential adoption of Sewer Commission enabling language for MGL Ch. 40N, Ch. 80, Ch. 83
• Potential addition of a Fall Town Meeting article for the Factory Pond Dam project
• I.W. Harding contract for Pinecrest holes 2–8 cart path and drainage improvements
• Appointments: Sarah Morrissey to Conservation Commission (term ending June 2026), Erin Collier to Community Farm Advisory Committee (term ending June 2027); $7,500 donation from Knights of Columbus to Veterans Services emergency fund

Planning Board

The Holliston Planning Board will consider approving minutes from September 19, 2024. Two continued public hearings are on the agenda, but applicants have requested continuances to October 2024: a site plan review and special permit for Hopping Brook Development LLC at 330 Hopping Brook Road, and a site plan review, definitive subdivision, and common driveway special permit for Jasper Hill Realty Trust at 52 Jasper Hill Road. The board will then enter executive session to discuss strategy regarding ongoing litigation in CRG Acquisition LLC et al v. Town of Holliston Planning Board (Land Court Docket No. 21 PS000430).

• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024
• Continuance requested for Hopping Brook Development LLC site plan review and special permit at 330 Hopping Brook Road
• Continuance requested for Jasper Hill Realty Trust site plan review, definitive subdivision, and common driveway special permit at 52 Jasper Hill Road
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy for CRG Acquisition LLC v. Town of Holliston Planning Board concerning 555 Hopping Brook Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Holliston Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct seven public hearings on requests for dimensional variances, special permits, and use variances at properties across town. The board will also receive a summary of legislative changes related to the Affordable Homes Act and MBTA Section 3A multi-family zoning requirements.

• Dimensional Variance for 25 Meadowbrook Lane (Darren Balardini)
• Special Permit for 50 Carl Road (Jacob Gadbois, Megan Hoyt-Ogura)
• Special Permit for 99 Winter Street (Marianne Grant)
• Special Permit for 76 Central Street (Seventy-Six Central Street, LLC)
• Use Variance for 600 Central Street (Brian White, Christ the King Church)

Finance Committee

The Holliston Finance Committee will discuss proposed capital expenditure requests for the October Town Meeting, including a roof replacement at the Middle School (RAMS). The agenda also includes updates from Parks and Recreation on various projects, a review of the proposed Town Manager Act, and general updates from the Town Administrator.

• Discussion of capital expenditure requests for October Town Meeting, including Middle School roof replacement
• Parks and Recreation project updates (Shaw Lively)
• Review and discussion of proposed Town Manager Act

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission interviewed a candidate for a commissioner vacancy and reviewed several property restoration and drainage plans. The body also discussed potential updates to wetland filing fees and the management of invasive species in open spaces.

• Recommended Sarah Morrissey to the Select Board for appointment as a Conservation Commissioner
• Approved a restoration planting plan for 12 Appleyard Lane
• Approved an administrative plan change for a foundation drain at 3 Norfolk Lane
• Tabled a decision on an extension of Order of Conditions for 10 Laurel Glen until October 8
• Discussed updating wetland filing fees based on rates in Ashland, Wellesley, and Sherborn

Select Board

The Select Board will review and deliberate the warrant for the Fall Town Meeting on October 21, 2024, with articles closed as of September 16. They will also discuss bi-annual financial policy updates following a Finance Committee vote. The board will consider an event permit for a Wipro Limited 5K at Blair Square, donations of a bench and a tree, and an extension of the MWRTA agreement.

• Review of warrant for Oct. 21 Fall Town Meeting, including draft articles and Town Manager Act feedback summary
• Financial Policies Update (bi-annual) with Finance Committee vote on Sept. 17
• Event permit for Wipro Limited 5K at Blair Square on October 6, 2024, 8 a.m. to noon
• Donation of bench on Fiske Street (Lisa Zais) and tree in Blair Square (Lions Club) with labor and materials (Ahronian Landscaping)
• MWRTA Agreement – Extension

Planning Board

The Planning Board will vote on proposed amendments to the Holliston Zoning By-Laws to align with the 2024 Affordable Homes Act regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. They will also consider creating an MBTA Communities Multi-Family Overlay District with sub-districts, dimensional standards, parking, and affordability requirements. Approval of minutes from August 29 and September 5 meetings is also on the agenda.

• Proposed amendments to Sections I-E, III, V-A, and V-G(A) for Accessory Dwelling Units under MGL Chapter 40A
• Creation of MBTA Communities Multi-Family Overlay District (MCMOD) with sub-districts shown on a map by JM Goldson
• Proposed dimensional standards, off-street parking, and affordability requirements for MCMOD
• Site Plan Review and Severability provisions for the overlay district
• Approval of minutes from August 29, 2024 and Executive Session September 5, 2024

Finance Committee

The Holliston Finance Committee will meet virtually to review and approve the updated Fiscal Policies document and discuss the proposed Town Manager Act. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and updates from the Town Administrator. Public comment is permitted at the chair's discretion.

• Review and approval of the updated Fiscal Policies document
• Review and discussion of the proposed Town Manager Act

Finance Committee

The Holliston Finance Committee will discuss and potentially vote on FY25 budget recommendations, including model and cherry sheet updates. They will also review the warrant for the May Annual Town Meeting and may vote on recommendations for financial articles. Updates from the Town Administrator and subcommittee liaisons are also on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible votes on FY25 budget recommendations
• Review of warrant for May Annual Town Meeting including votes on financial articles
• Updates from the Town Administrator on Select Board matters
• Administrative business such as line-item transfers and reserve fund transfers
• Liaison/capital subcommittee/working group updates

Select Board

The Select Board will follow up on the Jasper Hill Road proposal, seeking clarification on ingress/egress, parking, and ADA compliance. They will also receive updates on the Town's application for an Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance license, the MassDEP scope for increased wastewater treatment capacity at the Linden Street plant, and the closure of the Fall Town Meeting warrant. Additional business includes event permits, alcohol license requests, driveway openings on Union Street, and approval of meeting minutes.

• Jasper Hill Road design discussion: ingress/egress, parking, and ADA compliance
• Update on Town's application for ALS ambulance license from OEMS
• MassDEP scope of work for increased capacity at Linden Street wastewater treatment plant
• Fall Town Meeting warrant closing at 4 PM on Sept. 16, 2024
• One-day all alcoholic beverage licenses for Washington Street Players (Nov. 15-17, 22-23) with fee waiver request

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee Capital Subcommittee will discuss updates to the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan and consider capital requests for the upcoming October Town Meeting. The subcommittee may vote on recommendations, including possible modifications and funding sources. Administrative business and an update from the Town Administrator on capital-related matters are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of updates to the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, including department-requested changes
• Discussion and possible recommendation vote on capital requests for the October Town Meeting
• Consideration of funding sources and request modifications for capital items
• Update from the Town Administrator on capital-related matters
• Administrative business (minutes, scheduling, etc.)

Town Clerk

At the September 10, 2024 Special Town Election, Holliston voters approved a $1,170,366 Proposition 2½ override, with $1,126,021 designated for schools and $44,345 for salary adjustments across various departments. The final tally was 2,628 yes votes to 1,386 no votes, with 1 blank ballot. The election was conducted with 4,015 total ballots cast across four precincts.

• Approved $1,170,366 override (2,628-1,386)
• Allocated $1,126,021 of override to schools
• Allocated $44,345 of override to salary adjustments

Conservation Commission

The Commission voted to levy escalating daily fines ($100-$300) against Scooby Truck Sales for unpermitted work at 1569 Washington Street. It tabled a decision on extending the Order of Conditions for 10 Laurel Glen Court pending a compliance plan, and approved a tree removal request at 214 Winthrop with native mitigation. Discussions continued on enforcement for invasive species management at Minglewood/Laurel Glen.

• Approved tree removal at 214 Winthrop with 2:1 native mitigation
• Voted to levy escalating daily fines ($100, then $200, then $300) for Scooby Truck Sales at 1569 Washington Street
• Tabled extension of Order of Conditions for 10 Laurel Glen Court until September 24, 2024
• Discussed potential fines for lack of compliance on invasive species management at Minglewood/Laurel Glen
• Addressed wetland violations at 90 Bald Hill Road (pool drainage) and 12 Appleyard Lane (tree clearing in buffer zone)

The Holliston Conservation Commission voted unanimously to impose daily fines on Scooby Truck Sales / 1569 Washington for failing to submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) for a restoration plan. Fines start at $100/day on September 17, rising to $200 on October 1 and $300 on October 15 until the NOI is received. The commission also tabled an extension request for 10 Laurel Glen Court, approved a tree removal at 214 Winthrop, and issued a violation letter for 11 Beatrice Lane.

• Approved daily fines for Scooby Truck Sales starting at $100/day, increasing to $200 and $300 (4-0)
• Tabled Order of Conditions extension for DEP #185-903, 10 Laurel Glen Court until Sept 24 (4-0)
• Approved tree removal at 214 Winthrop with 2:1 native planting mitigation (consensus)
• Issued violation letter to 11 Beatrice Lane for unpermitted buffer zone activities (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for DEP #185-935, 58A Hopping Brook Road amendment to Sept 24 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 7/30/24 with corrections (4-0)
• Agreed to invite Sarah Morrissey for commissioner interview on Sept 24
• Adjourned meeting at 10:20 PM (4-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on several items, including updates for the October 2024 Fall Town Meeting. Key topics include MBTA 3A Zoning and the Affordable Homes Act, with a public hearing scheduled for September 19. The board will also consider contract awards for historic preservation and water meter infrastructure, road acceptance, and event permits.

• Discussion of MBTA 3A Zoning and Affordable Homes Act public hearing on Sept. 19 (item 4a)
• Road acceptance of Rebeca Lane (item 8a)
• Lease agreement with MetroWest Veterans District for 1750 Washington Street (item 8b)
• Contract award to Spies Historic Preservation Consultants, Inc. (item 8c)
• Notice of Award for Water Meter Advanced Metering Infrastructure Installation to Hydro Utilities, LLC (item 8d)

The Select Board voted 2-0 to include an article in the October 2024 Fall Town Meeting warrant to replace the Assessors' Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) System, estimated at $100,000 to $125,000, funded by Free Cash (not yet certified). The Board also approved zoning articles related to MBTA 3A compliance, a $2.08 million weekly warrant, and several event permits and appointments. The Friends of Holliston Trails will stop managing dog waste stations on the Rail Trail as of November 1, 2024, and the Town is seeking estimates for the service.

• Approved inclusion of CAMA System replacement article for Fall Town Meeting, $100,000-$125,000 (2-0)
• Approved zoning articles for MBTA 3A compliance and other changes (2-0)
• Approved weekly warrant of $2,082,183.38 (2-0)
• Approved event permit for Celebrate Holliston parade on September 21, 2024 (2-0)
• Approved event permit for Fall Fair & Yard Sale at Senior Center on September 7, 2024 (2-0)
• Re-appointed Cherie Hafford to Agricultural Commission through June 30, 2025 (2-0)
• Re-appointed Eva Stahl to Community Preservation Commission through June 30, 2025 (2-0)
• Approved 20-year AT&T lease for cell equipment at Water Tower on Fairlane Way (2-0)

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's Office and election staff will open envelopes and check in voters for Vote by Mail ballots for the September 10, 2024 Special Town Election. This is a procedural step to process early ballots before Election Day.

• Advanced opening of early voted ballots for September 10 Special Town Election

Planning Board

The Select Board and Planning Board are meeting jointly via remote participation. The sole substantive item is an executive session under state law to discuss strategy in the ongoing lawsuit CRG Acquisition LLC v. Holliston Planning Board (Land Court Docket No. 21 PS000430) concerning property at 555 Hopping Brook Road. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy in CRG Acquisition LLC et al v. Town of Holliston Planning Board
• Lawsuit concerns property at 555 Hopping Brook Road (Land Court Docket No. 21 PS000430)

The Planning Board held a special joint meeting with the Select Board, entered executive session to discuss litigation involving CRG Acquisition LLC, and adjourned without taking any votes or substantive decisions.

• Entered executive session to discuss litigation (4-0)
• Left executive session at 7:54 p.m. (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:54 p.m. (unanimous)

Town Clerk

The Town of Holliston conducted the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election. Polls opened at 7 AM and closed at 8 PM, with 2,323 total ballots cast (including 18 hand-counted). Unofficial results were read at 8:36 PM, with Elizabeth Warren winning the Democratic Senate primary and James McGovern winning the Democratic House primary in Holliston.

• Conducted State Primary Election on September 3, 2024
• Counted 2,323 total ballots (2,305 machine + 18 hand-counted)
• Reported unofficial results at 8:36 PM
• No provisional ballots were cast

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's Office and election staff will open envelopes and check in voters for Vote by Mail Ballots for the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election. This is a routine procedural step ahead of the primary.

• Opening and checking in Vote by Mail Ballots for the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee Capital Subcommittee will hear updates from the Town Administrator on capital-related matters. They will discuss changes to the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan requested by departments. They will also review capital requests for the October Town Meeting, including funding options and information required for future review.

• Updates from the Town Administrator on capital-related items
• Discussion of updates to the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, including department-requested changes
• Discussion of capital requests for the October Town Meeting, covering funding options and required information

Planning Board

The board will consider zoning by-law amendments for the October 21 Special Town Meeting and discuss the Affordable Homes Act. They will also vote on endorsing the Final Housing Production Plan, appoint a Community Preservation Committee member, and review a renewal of site plan at 280/150 Marshall Street. Two continued public hearings are scheduled, including a requested continuance for 330 Hopping Brook Road.

• Approval Not Required Subdivision - Union Street
• Renewal of Site Plan and Stormwater Permit at 280 and 150 Marshall Street
• Advisory on the Affordable Homes Act (H.4977)
• Zoning By-law Amendments for Special Town Meeting 10/21
• Final Housing Production Plan Endorsement

The Holliston Planning Board approved the final Housing Production Plan for transmission to EOHLC, appointed James Read to the Community Preservation Committee, and endorsed an Approval Not Required subdivision plan at 0 Union Street. The board also voted to sponsor zoning by-law amendments and continued two public hearings to September 26, 2024.

• Approved minutes of July 18, 2024 and Executive Session July 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Endorsed ANR subdivision plan at 0 Union Street (unanimous)
• Sponsored revisions to Section VI-G Penalty for Special Town Meeting 10/21/24
• Appointed James Read as Planning Board representative to CPC (unanimous)
• Approved and transmitted final Housing Production Plan to EOHLC (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Hopping Brook Development, LLC to September 26, 2024 (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Jasper Hill Realty Trust to September 26, 2024 (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting for routine procedural items, including approval of minutes, commitments, abatement revisions, and exemptions. An executive session may be held if needed. No specific dollar amounts or property details are listed.

• Revision of abatement
• Review/approve exemptions
• Ratify executive session actions (if any)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission discussed a proposed donation of approximately 30.7 acres of open space parcels associated with the Bonney Drive extension project. Commissioners also reviewed enforcement deadlines for Scooby Truck Sales (1569 Washington) and Minglewood/Laurel Glen invasive species management, and considered a plan change for R&R Landscaping's water line connection to Hopping Brook Road.

• Bonney Drive Ext. open space plan: 30.7 acres of parcels D-1, D-2, D-3 proposed for town donation
• Scooby Truck Sales failed to submit NOI by August 13 deadline; fines discussed
• Minglewood/Laurel Glen invasive species management plan non-compliance; enforcement order and fines considered
• R&R Landscaping plan change to install 6-inch water line from Hopping Brook Road for sprinkler system

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss two topics: the Draft Town Manager Act for feedback, and MBTA 3A Zoning including preliminary survey data. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion of Draft Town Manager Act
• Discussion of MBTA 3A Zoning with preliminary survey data

Select Board

The Select Board voted 3-0 to approve three articles for the October 2024 Fall Town Meeting related to MBTA 3A zoning compliance, covering text, mapping, and inclusionary housing amendments, with districts including the Ashland Border District (4 parcels, 29 acres) and Summer Street District (3 parcels, 57.5 acres). They also approved an article to amend four zoning bylaw sections to comply with the Affordable Homes Act (H.4977), and accepted the final Housing Production Plan with DHCD-recommended changes. Additionally, the board approved $6,650 for a temporary crosswalk improvement pilot on Washington Street, a Touch A Truck event, and several other items.

• Approved 3 MBTA 3A zoning articles for Fall Town Meeting (3-0)
• Approved Affordable Homes Act zoning article (3-0)
• Accepted final Housing Production Plan with DHCD changes (3-0)
• Approved $6,650 for crosswalk improvements on Washington Street (3-0)
• Approved Touch A Truck event at Placentino School (3-0)
• Approved weekly warrants 25-09 ($2,111,899.44) and 25-08 ($1,483,957.55) (3-0)
• Approved event permits for Celebrate Holliston parade, Fall Fair & Yard Sale, and Great Pumpkin Trail Walk (3-0)
• Approved 20-year AT&T lease for cell equipment at Water Tower (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee Capital Subcommittee will meet virtually to discuss capital-related updates from the Town Administrator and updates to the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. They will also begin initial discussions on capital requests for the October Town Meeting, including funding options and information needed for review. This is a discussion and planning session; no final decisions are scheduled.

• Reorganization of the subcommittee
• Updates from the Town Administrator on capital matters
• Discussion of changes to the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan
• Initial discussion of capital requests for the October Town Meeting
• Review of funding options and required information for future reviews

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved an application for abatement of real estate property taxes submitted by Dennis and Yvonne Ferreira for 736 Adams Street. The abatement was a preliminary tax overage adjustment related to a previously approved property split involving 736 and 734 Adams Street, with a small portion donated to the Town of Holliston. The motion carried 2-0-0, with Stephen Wang not in attendance.

• Approved Ferreira abatement application for 736 Adams Street (2-0-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and possibly approve preliminary abatements and exemptions. The agenda is mostly procedural, including approval of prior meeting minutes and commitments, and may include an executive session to discuss the abatements and exemptions.

• Review of preliminary abatement
• Review/approve exemptions
• Ratify actions taken during executive session (if needed)
• Review/approve minutes from 7/16 meeting
• Review/approve commitments (if any)

The Board of Assessors approved the minutes from July 16, 2024, and signed the warrant and commitment for Motor Vehicle Excise Commitment #4 totaling $124,620.11. They also approved 20 motor vehicle excise tax abatements totaling $1,112.47. The board entered executive session and returned to public session, and discussed the Assistant Assessor search. All votes were 2-0-0 with Stephen Wang absent.

• Approved minutes of July 16, 2024 (2-0-0)
• Approved and signed Motor Vehicle Excise Commitment #4 for $124,620.11 (2-0-0)
• Approved 20 Motor Vehicle Excise Tax abatements totaling $1,112.47 (2-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:45 AM (2-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss with Rep. Arena-DeRosa the status of Home Rule legislation to allow non-U.S. citizen residents the right to vote in municipal elections. They will also consider a resident's request for similar language at October Fall Town Meeting. Additionally, the Board will receive updates from the Parks Commission on capital project planning and handle routine business including appointments and a one-day alcohol license for a wedding at Upper Town Hall.

• Discussion of Home Rule legislation for non-citizen voting in town elections (no votes anticipated)
• Update from Parks Commission on capital project planning for October Fall Town Meeting
• Appointment of Dan Brown as Labor Counsel and Jaclyn Winer as Director of Youth and Family Services for one-year term
• All Alcoholic Beverage License for Boston Bar and Catering wedding at Upper Town Hall on September 6, 2024, 5:00-11:00 p.m.
• State Primary Warrant for September 3, 2024

Select Board

The Select Board approved an $85,000 anonymous donation for phase 1 of repaving Hopping Brook Road, opened the Fall Town Meeting warrant, and approved a Eversource conduit grant for Indian Ridge Road South. The board also approved the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan, a mead bar license for Bee Social, and several event permits. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved $85,000 anonymous donation for Hopping Brook Road repaving (3-0)
• Opened Fall Town Meeting warrant, closing to new articles Sept 16 (3-0)
• Approved Eversource conduit grant for Indian Ridge Road South (3-0)
• Approved draft Hazard Mitigation Plan for MEMA/FEMA submittal (3-0)
• Approved amended LLA for Bee Social mead bar at 45 Chestnut Street (3-0)
• Approved FY24 Survey & Planning Grant from Mass Historical Commission (3-0)
• Approved event permits for Frankie's Birthday and Historical Society Harvest Fair (3-0)
• Approved weekly warrants totaling $4,768,743.91 (3-0)

Planning Board

The Select Board and Planning Board will hold a joint meeting via remote participation, with the sole substantive item being an executive session to discuss strategy in the ongoing litigation CRG Acquisition LLC et al v. Town of Holliston Planning Board (Land Court Docket No. 21 PS000430) concerning 555 Hopping Brook Road. The remainder of the agenda is procedural, including a call to order and remote participation instructions.

• Executive session under MGL c. 30A, s. 21B exception 3 for litigation strategy
• CRG Acquisition LLC et al v. Town of Holliston Planning Board (Land Court Docket No. 21 PS000430)
• Property at 555 Hopping Brook Road involved in the lawsuit

The Holliston Planning Board held a special joint meeting with the Select Board on July 30, 2024, and immediately convened an executive session to discuss litigation involving CRG Acquisition LLC et al. v. Town of Holliston Planning Board (Land Court Docket No. 21 PS000430) regarding 555 Hopping Brook Road. The board voted unanimously to enter and later leave executive session, but no substantive decisions or votes were taken in open session. The meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m.

• Entered executive session to discuss litigation (5-0)
• Left executive session at 7:59 p.m. (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 p.m. (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent for a septic system replacement and deck construction at 280 Washington Street. They will also review meeting minutes, discuss partial certificates of compliance for 45 Johnson Drive, and address other items like tree removals and correspondence.

• Public hearing on DEP#185-XXX for 280 Washington St: septic system replacement and deck construction.
• Request for Partial Certificate of Compliance for DEP#185-404, Lot 61, 45 Johnson Drive.
• Order of Conditions for DEP#185-961 Factory Pond Dam/Woodland St. Bridge.
• Discussion of Chair and Vice Chair roles.
• Tree removals at 38 Westfield Dr. and 105 Fairview St.

The Holliston Conservation Commission approved a full Certificate of Compliance for 84 Chamberlain Street and a partial Certificate of Compliance for 45 Johnson Drive. It also closed a public hearing and issued an Order of Conditions for a septic system replacement at 280 Washington Street. The commission discussed but took no final action on several other items, including the Adams Street conservation restriction and invasive species management.

• Approved full Certificate of Compliance for DEP# 185-895, 84 Chamberlain Street (6-0)
• Approved partial Certificate of Compliance for DEP# 185-404, Lot 61, 45 Johnson Drive (6-0)
• Closed public hearing for DEP# 185-962, 280 Washington Street (6-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for DEP# 185-962, 280 Washington Street (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 2, 2024 (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of July 16, 2024 (6-0)

Select Board

The Holliston Select Board and Planning Board are meeting jointly via remote participation. The primary item is an executive session under MGL c. 30A, s. 21B exception 3 to discuss strategy regarding ongoing litigation in CRG Acquisition LLC et al v. Town of Holliston Planning Board (Land Court Docket No. 21 PS000430). The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy for CRG Acquisition LLC et al v. Town of Holliston Planning Board (Land Court Docket No. 21 PS000430) at 555 Hopping Brook Road

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the draft Town Manager Act and a potential regional sustainability coordinator position. The board will also review updates regarding the Land Court process for the DPW facility project at 20 Cross Street.

• Discussion of Draft Town Manager Act
• Potential intermunicipal agreement with Sherborn for a Regional Sustainability Coordinator
• DPW Facility Project updates for 20 Cross Street
• Police donation from Framingham Union Aid Association of $1,426.00
• Event permit for Team Kermit PMC

The Select Board voted 3-0 to authorize the Town Administrator and Town Counsel to draft a Memorandum of Understanding with Sherborn for a shared Sustainability Coordinator (10-20 hrs/week for Holliston). It also voted 3-0 to fund development of an alternate DPW facility option using Article 18 funds, and discussed reviving the Town Manager Act for the October 2024 Town Meeting. Warrants and other routine items were approved.

• Authorized drafting MOU with Sherborn for shared Sustainability Coordinator (3-0)
• Approved funding for alternate DPW facility option from Article 18 (3-0)
• Corrected Warrant 25-03 to $514,159.89, approved Warrant 25-04 $722,172.96 and 24P56S $1,973.44 (3-0)
• Approved event permit for Team Kermit PMC / Day Zero (3-0)
• Accepted $1,426 donation to Police Gift Account from Framingham Union Aid Association (3-0)
• Approved June 3, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss general business including approval of minutes, a fence special permit violation, and an Approval Not Required item. They will also review the MBTA Zoning Compliance process and findings. The main action is a public hearing for a Site Plan Review and Definitive Subdivision and Common Driveway Special Permit for Jasper Hill Realty Trust at 52 Jasper Hill Road.

• Public hearing for Site Plan Review and Definitive Subdivision and Common Driveway Special Permit for Jasper Hill Realty Trust at 52 Jasper Hill Road
• Discussion of MBTA Zoning Compliance process and findings
• Fence notice of special permit violation
• Approval Not Required item
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2024

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to handle administrative approvals and staffing updates. Key actions include authorizing the Principal Assessor to sign contracts funded in the Fiscal Year 2025 budget.

• Lien release for 734 Adams Street
• Authorization for Principal Assessor to sign FY2025 budget contracts
• Authorization for staff to sign routine monthly reports for Treasurer/Collector and Town Accountant
• Update on department staffing

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings to consider a Notice of Intent for the Factory Pond Dam rehabilitation and Woodland Street Bridge replacement. The body will also review septic system installations and a request to amend construction conditions.

• Notice of Intent: Factory Pond Dam rehabilitation and Woodland Street Bridge Replacement
• Request for Determination of Applicability: Septic system installation at 1212 Washington Street
• Notice of Intent: Septic system and deck construction at 280 Washington Street
• Request for Amendment to Order of Conditions: 58A Hopping Brook Rd
• Certificates of Compliance for culvert replacements at Winter Street and Turner Road

Select Board

The Select Board will review a request to update the 2024 Flag Schedule and prepare for the October 2024 Fall Town Meeting, including setting the warrant dates and discussing a proposed Policy Advisory Committee. The board will also vote on several contracts and licenses, including a $221,904.42 Pinecrest Cart-Port contract, $292,800 Norfolk Street improvements, and a $51,500 sustainability services extension. Additionally, they will sign a Special Town Election warrant for September 10, 2024, and consider a permit and alcohol license for the Cystic Fibrosis Cycle for Life event.

• Pinecrest Cart-Port contract with Block Builders, Inc. for $221,904.42
• Norfolk Street improvements contract with AP Associates for $292,800
• FY2025 contract extension for Weston & Sampson sustainability services not to exceed $51,500
• Sign Special Town Election warrant for September 10, 2024
• Common Victualler's License for Dream Breakfast and Lunch at 770 Washington Street

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will address end-of-fiscal year actions, including line-item and reserve fund transfers. The committee will also vote on CapEx Subcommittee members and discuss liaison assignments for the new fiscal year.

• End-of-fiscal year actions, including line-item and reserve fund transfers
• Vote on members for the CapEx Subcommittee
• Discussion of liaison assignments for the new fiscal year
• Updates from the Town Administrator

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review minutes from the June 11 and June 17 meetings. The board also intends to sign preliminary commitments for fiscal year 2025 and review property tax exemptions.

• Approval of June 11 and June 17 meeting minutes
• Signing of FY 25 preliminary commitments
• Review of property tax exemptions

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review previous meeting minutes and discuss invasive species management at Laurel Glen. Public hearings are scheduled to consider applications for septic system replacement, fence installation, and dam rehabilitation.

• Factory Pond Dam and Woodland Street Bridge rehabilitation and replacement
• Septic system replacement at 40 Hargrave Ave
• Japanese Knotweed management at 78 and 94 Union St
• Fence installation at 41 Union St
• Amendment to Order of Conditions for 58A Hopping Brook Rd

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss potential local election ballot questions for September 10, 2024. The board will also review Host Community Agreement updates for PharmaCannis and Pure Oasis. Additionally, the agenda includes reviewing several grants and a donation to the tax relief program.

• Potential vote on September 10, 2024, local election ballot questions
• Updates to cannabis Host Community Agreements for PharmaCannis and Pure Oasis
• $53,520.78 MassTrails Grant for Upper Charles Trail – Drainage Phase 2
• $15,620.00 Senior Center Grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs
• $3,000 Lions Club donation to the Holliston Tax Relief Program

Select Board

The Select Board will consider approving the draft Housing Production Plan before a June 30 DHCD grant deadline. The agenda also includes IT updates regarding technology fees and a contract award for the Municipal Fiber Project. Additionally, the board will review several event permits and various appointments.

• Contract award to MTP Communications, Inc. for the Municipal Fiber Project
• Approval of the Housing Production Plan draft document
• Upper Town Hall Technology Fee Schedule update
• Event permits for summer concerts and carnivals
• Appointments for Assistant Fire Chief and Senior Center Director

Select Board

The Select Board will present the warrant for an upcoming Special Town Meeting. This presentation includes proposed motions. The board will also address other business.

• Special Town Meeting Warrant and presentation of motions

Conservation Commission

The Holliston Conservation Commission will review meeting minutes and various compliance certificates. The commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for an enclosed room and sunroom at 32 Westfield Drive. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on invasive species management and brush dumping.

• Public hearing for construction at 32 Westfield Drive
• Certificate of Compliance for 34 Maple St.
• Partial Certificate of Compliance for 734 Adams St.
• Extension request for Constitution Village (DEP #185-849)
• Laurel Glen invasive species management update

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will conduct its annual reorganization following the recent Town Election. The board will also attend a Select Board meeting to jointly vote on a new member for the Board of Assessors. Additionally, members will review minutes from the June 11 meeting and consider lien releases.

• Annual board re-organization
• Joint vote with Select Board for a new Board of Assessors member
• Approval of Chapter 61, 61A, and 61B lien releases
• Review of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss logistics for the June 20, 2024, Special Town Meeting. The board will also consider a Board of Assessors appointment and review Town Manager Act language.

• Appointment of a Board of Assessors seat through May 2025
• Logistics for the June 20, 2024, Special Town Meeting
• Review of Town Manager Act language following postponement in May 2024
• Annual appointment of Michael Perkins, Deputy Wiring Inspector
• Weekly warrant (A/P & Payroll)

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss and vote on a recommendation concerning the override. The meeting also includes end-of-fiscal year actions, such as line-item and reserve fund transfers, and updates from the Town Administrator.

• Vote on recommendation regarding the override
• End-of-fiscal year line-item and reserve fund transfers
• Updates from the Town Administrator
• Approval of minutes and routine financial business

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review the Fiscal Year 2025 Senior Means-Tested Exemption explanation and application. The meeting also includes an update on the proposed Proposition 2 ½ override.

• FY2025 Senior Means-Tested Exemption explanation and application
• Update on proposed Proposition 2 ½ override
• CAMA system issues/replacement
• Proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss updates regarding the June 20, 2024, Special Town Meeting and a potential future school override ballot question. The board will also review infrastructure project updates and consider various administrative items such as permits and appointments.

• Mass DOT reimbursement request of $63,584.70 for Complete Streets Engineering
• Project updates for Central Street, Whitney Street, Woodland Street, Norfolk Street, and Downtown Sewer
• One-day beer and wine license for Crafted at 216 Prentice Street
• MWRTA contract extension from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025
• Appointment of Katie Seekell to the Historical Commission

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear a presentation from the School Committee regarding a requested amount for a budget override. The committee will also approve meeting minutes and address routine financial business, such as line-item or reserve fund transfers.

• Presentation by School Committee of requested amount for override
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Routine financial business including line-item or reserve fund transfers

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review the application and explanation for the Fiscal Year 2025 Senior Means-Tested Exemption. The meeting also includes an update on a proposed Proposition 2 ½ override.

• FY2025 Senior Means-Tested Exemption application and explanation
• Update on proposed Proposition 2 ½ override
• Review of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a septic system at 58 Carl Road and debris removal at #157-165 Lowland Street. General business includes discussing an enforcement order for 1569 Washington St and invasive species management at Laurel Glen.

• Septic system construction request for 58 Carl Road
• Grading and concrete debris removal at #157-165 Lowland Street
• Enforcement order discussion for 1569 Washington St
• Invasive species management at Laurel Glen
• Brush dumping discussion at Strawberry Hill Conservation Area

Town Clerk

The Board of Registrars will conduct a vote recount for the May 21, 2024 Select Board election at Upper Town Hall. Officials will review recount procedures, process ballots precinct by precinct, and examine absentee and early ballots rejected as defective. The final official results will be announced after processing is complete.

• Recount of the May 21, 2024 Select Board race votes
• Review of absentee and early ballots rejected as defective
• Ballot processing by precinct at Upper Town Hall, 703 Washington St.
• Announcement of official recount results by the Board of Registrars

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a continued public hearing regarding a site plan review, definitive subdivision, and common driveway special permit for Jasper Hill Realty Trust. The board will also address subdivision matters for Bonney Drive Extension, Constitution Village, and Trails at Jennings Hill.

• Public hearing for Jasper Hill Realty Trust at 52 Jasper Hill Road
• Endorsement of plan and covenant for Bonney Drive Extension Definitive Subdivision
• Construction deadline for Constitution Village Definitive Subdivision
• Construction cost estimate and lot releases for Trails at Jennings Hill Definitive Subdivision
• Special permit enforcement for Any Fence

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss the status of the May 21, 2024 Town Election and board re-organization. The body will also review minutes and commitments.

• Status of May 21, 2024 Town Election and Board Re-Organization
• Discussion of proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing
• Review of Chapterland lien releases
• CAMA system issues and replacement
• Data Cloud/APA iPads for field work

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting virtually to conduct a reorganization following the annual town election held on May 21. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Committee reorganization

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the impact of the School Committee's collective bargaining agreement on the FY2025 budget. The board is also voting on several administrative matters, including board reorganization and the appointment of a Community Preservation Commission member.

• MassDOT reimbursements of $345,684.37 for Mudville drainage and $32,300.00 for pavement services
• FY 25 contract for P.J. Albert, Inc. regarding millings, overlays, and reclamation projects
• Appointment of Lixy Carey to the Community Preservation Commission Open Space seat
• One-day liquor permit and fee waiver request for Holliston Lion’s Club on 06-19-24
• Rental fee and security deposit waiver for High Holiday Services at Upper Town Hall

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet via remote participation to deliberate on several property requests. The board will review applications for special permits and dimensional variances at four different addresses.

• Dimensional Variance: 100 Arch Street
• Special Permit and Dimensional Variance: 162 High Street
• Special Permit: 22 Avon Street
• Special Permit: 320 Marked Tree Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet via remote participation to approve previous minutes and conduct four public hearings. The board will consider requests for special permits and dimensional variances for four different properties.

• Dimensional Variance: 100 Arch Street
• Special Permit and Dimensional Variance: 162 High Street
• Special Permit: 22 Avon Street
• Special Permit: 320 Marked Tree Road

Town Clerk

The Holliston Town Clerk’s Office and election staff will perform the advanced opening of vote-by-mail ballots. This process involves opening envelopes and checking in voters for the May 21, 2024, Annual Town Election.

• Advanced opening of vote-by-mail ballots for the May 21, 2024, Annual Town Election

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to review and present the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. The agenda also includes other board business.

• Annual Town Meeting Warrant Review and Presentation

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to review and present the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. The meeting also includes time for other board business.

• Annual Town Meeting Warrant review and presentation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will deliberate on items requiring recommendations before the May 13 Annual Town Meeting. The body will also review its presentation for the meeting.

• Recommendations for articles to be voted on at the Annual Town Meeting
• Review of the Finance Committee Town Meeting presentation

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss and form an opinion on an Annual Town Meeting article regarding the creation of a Town Manager position. The meeting also includes a working session on assessing neighborhoods.

• Annual Town Meeting article to create Town Manager position
• Working session on assessing neighborhoods

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to consider a request for a septic system at 58 Carl Road. The body will also discuss general business including tree pruning and potential violations. A public hearing for 157-165 Lowland Street has been continued to June 4, 2024.

• Request for Determination of Applicability for septic system construction at 58 Carl Road
• Tree pruning at 7 Indian Ridge Rd
• Restoration of parking area at 1569 Washington Street
• Potential violation at 159 Westfield Drive
• Brush dumping at Strawberry Hill Conservation Area

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet via remote participation to conduct general business. The primary focus is a continued public hearing regarding a special permit application.

• Continued public hearing: Special Permit for 13-23 Water Street RT, LLC at 13-23 Water Street

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to discuss the May 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and supplemental materials. Votes are anticipated regarding these items.

• May 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and supplemental materials

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss preparations for the May 2024 Annual Town Meeting and updates on the Holliston 300th Parade. The board is scheduled to deliberate and vote on a revised $25,000 state earmark for Central Street branding efforts.

• Vote on use of revised $25,000 earmark for Central Street rebranding
• Veterans’ District Agreement vote
• Peace Officers Memorial Day proclamation
• Fee waiver request up to $500 for Quilling Card

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding a subdivision regulation amendment and a project at 52 Jasper Hill Road. The board will also deliberate on a special permit and site plan review for 600 Central Street.

• Special Permit and Site Plan Review: BWC and Bogastow Brook LLC, 600 Central Street
• Continued Site Plan Review and Definitive Subdivision and Common Driveway Special Permit: Jasper Hill Realty Trust, 52 Jasper Hill Road
• Public Hearing: Subdivision Regulation Amendment

Select Board

The Select Board is reviewing the final warrant and feedback for the May 2024 Annual Town Meeting. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the layout of Rebeca Lane and road acceptance. Additional business involves event permits and updates on town branding and anniversary preparations.

• Authorization of Final Warrant for May 2024 Annual Town Meeting
• Public Hearing for Layout of Rebeca Lane
• Holliston Pride Picnic Event Permit for June 1, 2024
• State Earmark Update regarding Central Street Branding

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review meeting minutes, commitments, abatements, and exemptions. The agenda includes a reconsideration of the March 12, 2024 vote on Overlay Surplus and discussion regarding May 12, 2024 Annual Town Meeting articles.

• Reconsideration of March 12, 2024 vote on Overlay Surplus
• Discussion of May 12, 2024 Annual Town Meeting articles
• Update on cost of Fiscal Year 2024 exemptions
• Review/approval of abatements and exemptions

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public meetings to consider several Requests for Determination of Applicability under the Wetlands Protection Act and Article XXXI. The body will discuss proposed septic systems and land grading projects.

• Proposed septic system construction at 42 Westfield Drive (D-753)
• Proposed septic system construction at 58 Carl Road (D-754)
• After-the-fact permit for a berm at 1569 Washington Street (D-752)
• Grading and concrete debris removal at 157-165 Lowland Street (D-745)
• Discussion of tree removal at 484 Fiske St

Finance Committee

The Capital Subcommittee will meet to review requests for capital purchases for the FY25 budget from school department heads. The subcommittee may vote on recommendations to be sent to the full Finance Committee.

• Presentation of FY25 capital purchase requests from Schools

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes and review tax abatements and exemptions during an executive session. The board will also receive an update regarding Bee Social/Boston Honey.

• Review and approval of abatements and exemptions
• Update on Bee Social/Boston Honey
• Discussion of pending matters including CAMA system issues and local affordable rental housing exemptions

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the FY25 budget for Police and Auxiliary Police. The body will also discuss FY25 budget recommendations and review the warrant for the May Annual Town Meeting.

• FY25 budget review for Police/Auxiliary Police
• Possible votes on FY25 budget recommendations
• Review of May Annual Town Meeting warrant and financial articles
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public meetings and hearings regarding land use and wetlands protection. The body is considering requests for determination of applicability and a notice of intent for construction projects.

• Public meeting for after-the-fact permit for a berm at #1569 Washington Street
• Public meeting for grading and concrete debris removal at #157-165 Lowland Street
• Public hearing for a new building, parking, septic system, and stormwater management at #157-165 Lowland Street
• Discussion on restoration of parking area at #1569 Washington Street
• Discussion on disposition of Jennings Road Open Space

Select Board

The Select Board will review articles for the May 2024 Town Meeting and discuss vehicle exclusions on Woodland Street. The board will also receive updates on intersection improvements at Whitney Street and Washington Street.

• Review of Heavy Commercial Vehicle Exclusion (HCVE) enforcement data for Woodland Street
• Update on MassDOT TIP application for Whitney Street & Washington Street intersection improvements
• Preparation and article review for May 2024 Town Meeting
• Approval of temporary professional and technical services for the Conservation Commission (April 15 to June 15, 2024)
• FY25 Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) application submission

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold deliberations on special permits and site plan reviews for two properties. The board will also consider a permit transfer and a field change request.

• Transfer of Special Permit for Onyx Grow, LLC at 89 October Hill
• Field Change Request for White Pines Estates
• Special Permit and Site Plan Review deliberations for Masters and Middlesex Paving at 157 Lowland Street
• Special Permit and Site Plan Review deliberations for BWC and Bogastow Brook LLC at 600 Central Street

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes and review tax abatements and exemptions. The agenda includes an update on Bee Social/Boston Honey and a review of pending matters such as the CAMA system and affordable rental housing exemptions.

• Review and approval of tax abatements and exemptions
• Update on Bee Social/Boston Honey
• Discussion of proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing
• Review of Chapterland lien releases
• Discussion of CAMA system issues and replacement

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct budget reviews for Keefe Tech and Holliston Public Schools as part of FY25 budget development. The meeting includes updates from the Town Administrator and an executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy.

• FY25 budget review for Keefe Tech
• FY25 budget review for Holliston Public Schools
• Executive session with School Committee on collective bargaining strategy

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee Capital Subcommittee is meeting to hear presentations on requested capital purchases for fiscal year 2025. Department heads from Fire/Ambulance, DPW, and Facilities will present their requests for discussion with the town administrator.

• FY25 capital purchase requests from Fire Department/Ambulance service
• FY25 capital purchase requests from DPW
• FY25 capital purchase requests from Facilities

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the FY2025 budget recommendation and financial policies. The board is also reviewing draft warrant articles for the May 2024 Annual Town Meeting, including a proposed Special Education Stabilization Fund. Additionally, the meeting includes a legislative update from state representatives.

• Contract award for Washington Street Sidewalks (Elm Street to Cole Court and Winter Street to 671 Washington Street) to PJ Albert, NTE $442,995
• Contract award for Washington Street Repaving (Curve Street to Locust Street), NTE $201,633
• Proposed warrant article to establish Special Education Stabilization Fund
• FY2025 Budget Recommendation (Level 3) and financial policies discussion
• Legislative update from Senate President Karen Spilka and State Representative James Arena-DeRosa

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding changes to zoning by-law penalty fines and commercial project thresholds for Site Plan Review. The board will also continue a subdivision hearing and deliberate on a special permit for a paving company.

• Special Permit and Site Plan Review for Masters and Middlesex Paving at 157 Lowland Street
• Continued Site Plan Review and OSRD Definitive Subdivision hearing for property off Bonney Drive
• Proposed amendment to Section VI-G Penalty regarding criminal and non-criminal disposition fines
• Proposed amendment to Section VII (2) Applicability regarding commercial project thresholds for Site Plan Review

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing regarding a variance request by AJR Construction, Inc. for the property located at 14 Fiske Pond Road. The board will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings held on February 21 and February 28, 2024.

• Public hearing: Variance request by AJR Construction, Inc. for 14 Fiske Pond Road
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 21, 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 28, 2024

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct budget reviews for several town departments for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also includes updates from the Town Administrator and discussions on budget development models.

• FY25 budget review for Fire
• FY25 budget review for Ambulance
• FY25 budget review for Emergency Management
• FY25 budget review for Police
• FY25 budget review for Auxiliary Police and Animal Control

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public meetings and hearings to consider requests for determination of applicability and a notice of intent. These items involve septic installation and building construction near protected wetlands and brooks.

• Septic system replacement at #623 Winter Street
• Grading and concrete debris removal at #157-165 Lowland Street
• New building construction and noise berm alteration at #157-165 Lowland Street
• Tree removal adjacent to #511 Washington Street
• Review of Community Farm Conservation Restriction

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the May 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and provide recommendations for the FY2025 Budget. The board will also hold a public hearing for a liquor license and vote on a cannabis business transfer.

• FY2025 Budget Select Board Recommendation (Level 3)
• Public Hearing for Wine & Malt On-Premises License for Bee Social LLC at 45 Chestnut Street
• HCA Transfer/Assignment Request for 72 Jeffrey Avenue from Good Feels to Dirigo Cannabis LLC
• May 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant deliberation including Flagg Field and MPLCP Grant Match
• $1,000 donation from Middlesex Savings Bank for Summer Concert

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes and review tax abatements and exemptions. The board will also receive updates on pending projects from the Principal Assessor.

• Review and approval of tax abatements and exemptions
• Discussion of proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing
• Review of Chapterland lien releases
• Updates on CAMA system issues and replacement
• Discussion of Data Cloud/APA iPads for field work

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet virtually to conduct FY25 budget reviews for several departments. The body will also receive updates from the Town Administrator and discuss budget development models.

• FY25 budget review for DPW (Highway, Grounds, Water)
• FY25 budget review for Snow and Ice
• FY25 budget review for Motor Vehicle Fuels
• Discussion of line-item or reserve fund transfers

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding ambulance rates for the 2025 fiscal year. The board is also considering a Host Community Agreement transfer for a cannabis business and reviewing the budget for Holliston's 300th anniversary.

• Ambulance Rate Hearing for FY2025 (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025)
• Host Community Agreement transfer request for 72 Jeffrey Ave. from Good Feels to Dirigo Cannabis MA LLC
• Celebrate Holliston 300th budget review and parade updates for May 11, 2024
• META Grant award of $15,000
• Bond release for Highlands at Holliston Streetlights

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting continued public hearings for two specific properties. The board will review site plans and special permits for these locations.

• Continued site plan review and definitive subdivision/common driveway special permit for Jasper Hill Realty Trust at 52 Jasper Hill Road
• Continued site plan review and special permit for 1650 Washington Street, LLC at 1650 Washington Street

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review tax abatements and exemptions. The board will discuss a proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing and an overlay discussion with the Town Administrator.

• Consideration of declaring $102,675 within Overlay as surplus
• Review and approval of abatements and exemptions
• Discussion on proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing
• Update on Overlay discussion with Town Administrator

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct budget reviews for the FY25 cycle. The meeting includes updates from the Town Administrator and discussions on budget development models.

• FY25 budget review: Council on Aging
• FY25 budget review: Youth and Family Services
• FY25 budget review: Conservation Commission
• FY25 budget review: Building Inspector
• FY25 budget review: Solid Waste

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding public hearings and meetings to consider several requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent. These items involve construction and maintenance activities within wetland buffer zones.

• Request for Determination of Applicability for a septic system at #623 Winter Street
• Notice of Intent for a new building, parking, and septic system at #157-165 Lowland Street
• Public Hearings for single family house construction at Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 3 Bonney Drive
• Notice of Intent for a stormwater drainage system off Bonney Drive
• Discussion regarding 734 Adams Street Open Space

Select Board

The Select Board will review the draft Town Meeting Warrant, including the capital budget and FY2025 state earmark requests. The board will also consider a Host Community Agreement transfer for a property on October Hill Road.

• Host Community Agreement transfer for 89 October Hill Road from Mayflower Medicinal to Onyx Grow LLC
• Engineering Agreement for Cedar Street Area High Pressure Zone booster pump station and water main (NTE $87,900 for AP Associates)
• Review of FY2025 State Earmark Requests and Capital Budget Request Summary
• Waiver request fee for Upper Town Hall use on May 18, 2024, by Franklin Children’s Museum
• Appointment of Ellen George as a Registrar for a 3-year term

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee Capital Subcommittee will meet to review capital item requests for the May 2024 Town Meeting. The Town Administrator will provide an update on received requests and the availability of funds for the next 12 months and future years.

• Review of capital requests for May 2024 Town Meeting
• Town Administrator update on fund availability for capital purchases

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct deliberations regarding a special permit. The primary focus is a request related to 747 Washington Street.

• Deliberations on a special permit for Holliston Brewing Company at 747 Washington Street

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct budget reviews for several FY25 categories. The body will also receive updates from the Town Administrator and discuss budget development models.

• FY25 budget reviews for Rail trail, Celebrations, and Technology
• FY25 budget reviews for Sustainability, Town Accountant, and Treasurer/Collector
• FY25 budget reviews for Debt, Veteran’s district, and Liability Insurance
• Discussion of FY25 budget model and cherry sheet updates

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on a Statement of Interest for school roof repairs or high school projects and a labor agreement for DPW workers. The board is also reviewing FY2025 budget requests for departments reporting to them.

• Vote on Statement of Interest to MSBA for Accelerated Roof Repair Program and/or High School
• Vote to ratify Memorandum of Agreement with Laborers’ Union (DPW) for FY25-27
• Review and approval of FY2025 Budget Requests
• Amendment to Pinecrest Restaurant Contract regarding payment schedule
• One day Wine & Beer License for Crafted at 752 Washington Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing regarding a special permit and dimensional variance for 623 Winter Street. The board will also hold deliberations concerning a special permit for Holliston Brewing Company at 747 Washington Street.

• Special Permit deliberation: 747 Washington Street (Holliston Brewing Company)
• Public Hearing: Special Permit and Dimensional Variance for 623 Winter Street, LLC at 623 Winter Street

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve tax abatements and exemptions. The board will also receive updates regarding budget meetings held with the Finance Committee and Select Board.

• Review and approval of abatements and exemptions
• Budget updates from February 13 Finance Committee and February 17 Select Board meetings
• Discussion of proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing
• Review of Chapterland lien releases
• Discussion of CAMA system issues and replacement

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to review the FY2025 revenue forecast and budget overview. The board will discuss budget requests for various town departments and committees, with votes anticipated.

• FY2025 Revenue Forecast Presentation & Budget Overview
• Budget reviews for Police, Fire, and Ambulance
• Budget reviews for Public Works (Highway & Grounds)
• Budget reviews for Wastewater Treatment Plant and Solid Waste
• Budget reviews for Council on Aging and Youth & Family Services

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss DPW drain pipe installation and several requests for Certificates of Compliance. The body will also hold public hearings regarding residential construction and stormwater management near protected wetlands.

• DPW drain pipe installation at Pinecrest Road
• Certificates of Compliance for 526 Winter Street, 78 & 95 Turner Road, and Winter Street at Bald Hill Road
• Notice of Intent for a new building and septic system at 157-165 Lowland Street
• Notices of Intent for single family houses at Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 3 Bonney Drive
• Notice of Intent for a stormwater drainage system off Bonney Drive

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct budget reviews for the Public Library, Parks and Recreation, and the Board of Assessors for fiscal year 2025. The body will also discuss general FY25 budget development and receive updates from the Town Administrator.

• FY25 budget review: Public Library
• FY25 budget review: Parks and Recreation
• FY25 budget review: Board of Assessors
• Discussion of FY25 budget model and cherry sheet updates

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and approve tax abatements and exemptions. The board will also address pending matters regarding field work technology and the CAMA system.

• Review and approval of abatements and exemptions
• Discussion of iPads for field work (Data Cloud/APA)
• CAMA system issues and replacement
• Proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing
• Chapterland lien releases

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on an offer for the town to purchase a vacant gas station located at 799 Washington Street. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss the property's value.

• Potential purchase of 799 Washington Street (vacant gas station)
• One day Beer & Wine License for PTO Fundraiser on March 20, 2024
• Fee waiver request for PTO Fundraiser liquor license
• Event Permit for Memorial Day Parade on May 27, 2024
• Event Permit for Turkey Trot on November 28, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting continued public hearings for two site plan reviews and special permits. The board will also review minutes from the January 25, 2024 meeting.

• Continued site plan review and special permit for Bluewave Energy Storage System (BWC Bogastow BESS Project) at 600 Central
• Continued site plan review and special permit for 1650 Washington Street, LLC at 1650 Washington Street

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review FY25 budget requests for several town departments. The body also intends to finalize the Finance Committee version of the financial policy document.

• FY25 budget reviews for Town Clerk/Elections, Planning Board/ZBA, Board of Health, and Fincom/Reserve Fund
• Finalization of the financial policy document
• Discussion of line-item or reserve fund transfers

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and approve abatements and exemptions. The board will also discuss the schedule for upcoming budget meetings with the Finance Committee and Select Board.

• Review and approval of abatements and exemptions
• Budget meeting scheduling for February 13 (Finance Committee) and February 17 (Select Board)
• Discussion of proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing
• Review of Chapterland lien releases

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet virtually to finalize the committee's version of the financial policy document. Members will also discuss FY25 budget development and receive updates from the Town Administrator.

• Finalization of the Finance Committee version of the financial policy document
• FY25 budget development updates and review schedule
• Administrative financial business including line-item or reserve fund transfers

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and approve tax abatements and exemptions. The agenda also includes discussions on field work iPads, the CAMA system, and a proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing.

• Review and approval of abatements and exemptions
• Discussion of Data Cloud/APA iPads for field work
• CAMA system issues and replacement
• Proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing
• Chapterland lien releases

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the EL Harvey solid waste contract which expires June 30, 2024. The meeting includes updates and a permit for the 300th anniversary parade and an executive session regarding the value of 799 Washington Street.

• Discussion of EL Harvey’s Contract for Solid Waste (Trash & Recycling)
• Executive session on real property value for 799 Washington Street
• Event permit for 300th Anniversary Parade on May 11, 2024
• Notice of Award to I.W. Harding Construction Co. for 2023 Complete Streets (Central Street)
• Amendment to Local Initiative Program Regulatory Agreement with Habitat for Humanity MetroWest/Greater Worcester

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review spending through the second quarter of FY24 and discuss the development of the FY25 budget. The body will also consider potential changes to the financial policy document.

• FY24 spending update through Q2
• FY25 budget development and review schedule
• Potential changes to the financial policy document
• Line-item or reserve fund transfers

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget and the 2023 Annual Report. The body will also discuss M.G.L. Chapter 59, §5O with the Community Preservation Committee and Housing Trust. Additionally, the board will review exemptions and Town Counsel recommendations regarding a Chapter 61A denial.

• Review and approval of proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget
• Discussion of M.G.L. Chapter 59, §5O with Community Preservation Committee and Housing Trust
• Review of Town Counsel recommendations on Chapter 61A denial reconsideration
• Review and approval of exemptions
• Update on Fiscal Year 2024 abatements

Select Board

The Select Board will review the schedule for the FY2025 budget following the receipt of departmental budgets. The board is also continuing a discussion on flag policy and reviewing a grant application for the Trails Committee.

• FY2025 Budget review schedule discussion
• Flag Policy discussion
• Trails Committee grant application and land owner authorization form
• $400 donation to Senior Center from Superette
• Veterans District Agreement

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet via remote participation to conduct general business and deliberations. The meeting includes a continued public hearing regarding a project at 1485 Washington Street.

• Deliberations regarding Bartzak Solar at 103 Bartzak Drive
• Continued public hearing for Any Fence at 1485 Washington Street

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss implementing a name change for a section of Lowland Street to Fawn Road. The board will also review warrants and various administrative business items.

• Implementation of road name change for Lowland Street (from Woodland Street to Upper Charles Rail Trail Crossing) to Fawn Road
• Notice of Award to I.W. Harding Construction Inc. for 2023 Complete Streets - Central Street project
• Senior Center donation of $150 from Nancy Deursch
• Fire Department donation of $500 from Colantonio, Inc.
• One day Liquor Permit for Walker Wedding on May 4, 2024

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review minutes, commitments, and exemptions. The body will discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Pending matters include CAMA system issues and affordable rental housing exemptions.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget
• Proposed exemption for local affordable rental housing
• Chapterland lien releases
• CAMA system issues/replacement
• Data Cloud/APA iPads for field work

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct continued public hearings for site plan reviews and special permits at three different locations. The board will also discuss the FY25 budget request and deliberations for a solar project.

• Deliberations: Bartzak Solar – 103 Bartzak Drive
• FY25 Budget Request
• Public hearing: Any Fence, 1485 Washington Street
• Public hearing: Master Paving Corp. and Middlesex Asphalt Services, Inc., 157-165 Lowland Street
• Public hearing: 1650 Washington Street, LLC, 1650 Washington Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet via remote participation to conduct general business and a public hearing. The board is continuing a review of a special permit request for a business on Washington Street.

• Continued public hearing: Special Permit for Holliston Brewing Company at 747 Washington Street
• Approval of December 20, 2023 minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review minutes, commitments, and exemptions. The board is scheduled to discuss the top three goals for fiscal year 2025.

• Review and approval of exemptions
• Discussion of top three goals for FY2025

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the potential purchase of a vacant gas station at 799 Washington Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding FY2025 budget requests and various donations.

• Potential purchase of 799 Washington Street (vacant gas station)
• FY2025 Select Board budget discussion
• $100 donation to Senior Center from Linda Katseff
• $250 donation to Conservation Commission from Andrew Azredo and Eilish Corey
• $910 donation to Fire Department in memory of Joe Gallerani

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review the FY 26 budget and the board's Annual Report. The session includes a potential executive session to determine exemptions and abatements.

• Review of FY 26 budget
• Review of Annual Report
• Review of exemptions and abatements in executive session

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the Massachusetts School Building Authority's response regarding the High School Statement of Interest. The board will also review warrants and meeting minutes.

• Update on High School SOI Response from MSBA
• Review of warrants
• Senior Center donation of $200 from Robert and Diane Keeley
• Senior Center donation of $200 from Dorothy Giebutowski