Tyngsboro public meetings in 2024

Cultural Council

The Tyngsborough Cultural Council will meet to review and approve grant applications for the 2025 calendar year.

• Review and approval of Calendar Year 2025 Grant Applications

Cultural Council

The Tyngsborough Cultural Council will meet to review and approve grant applications for the 2025 calendar year.

• Review and approval of Calendar Year 2025 Grant Applications

Sewer Commission

The Tyngsboro Sewer Commission will meet solely for an executive session under state law to discuss two pending lawsuits and obtain legal advice. The cases are Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission and Board of Health (Middlesex Superior Court No. 2281CV03095) and Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust and Town of Tyngsborough (Land Court No. 22 MISC 0000527). No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session for Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission and Board of Health
• Executive session for Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust and Town of Tyngsborough

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG) will meet to vote on a FY25 budget adjustment and FY26 member community assessments, based on Finance Committee recommendations. Members will also discuss and potentially approve the NMCOG Strategic Plan 2024-2027. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a financial report, as well as updates from the Executive Director.

• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2024 council meeting
• Financial report and warrant (vote required)
• Discussion of NMCOG Strategic Plan 2024-2027
• Vote on FY25 budget adjustment from Finance Committee
• Vote on FY26 member community assessments from Finance Committee

Tyngsborough Housing Authority

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting immediately following a public hearing on the THA Annual Plan. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, treasurer's reports for October and November, an executive director's report on vacancies and capital projects, and consideration of payment approvals.

• Accept minutes from 11/7/2024 meeting
• Treasurer's reports for October and November
• Executive director's report on vacancies, work orders, and capital projects
• Consideration of approving payments

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority held a regular meeting on December 18, 2024, and unanimously approved the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes, the treasurer's reports for October and November 2024, the Executive Director's report, and payables and payroll for September 2024. No substantive policy decisions were made; discussions included plans for signage, speed bumps, fire lane painting, and potential video recording of meetings.

• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's reports for October & November 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director's report (unanimous)
• Approved payables and payroll for September 2024 (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Tyngsborough Council on Aging will hear the director's report on the FY25 budget, upcoming events, and an accreditation action plan possibly requiring a subcommittee. Board members will update on a name-change community survey, Dementia Friendly subcommittee, holiday open house and basket delivery, and a logo contest. The agenda also includes a bylaws review and public comment.

• Director's budget report to date for FY 2025
• Accreditation action plan update; possible subcommittee formed
• Name change community email survey from subcommittee
• Holiday Open House (Dec. 19) and Holiday Basket delivery (Dec. 18)
• Logo contest submissions reviewed

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a contract amendment with Toll Brothers regarding open space improvements, vote on a charge to create an Economic Development Council, and decide whether to release a public survey for naming Sherburne Ave Open Space. The Town Manager will give a routine report, and the board may enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the Dracut Water Supply District.

• Review and adopt charge for Economic Development Council
• American Multi-Cinema, Inc. change of manager application at 440 Middlesex Rd
• Vote to release public survey for naming Sherburne Ave Open Space
• Toll Brothers Contract Amendment re: open space improvements
• Executive session on collective bargaining with Dracut Water Supply District

The Select Board approved the charge for a new Economic Development Advisory Committee, with a 2-3 year term limit. They also approved an AMC theater manager change, authorized a public survey to name the Sherburne Ave open space, and extended the Toll Brothers open space improvement deadline to June 30, 2025. In executive session, they approved a counter proposal for an agreement with the Dracut Water Supply District.

• Approved Economic Development Advisory Committee charge with 2-3 year term (5-0)
• Approved AMC change of manager at 440 Middlesex Rd (5-0)
• Authorized public survey for Sherburne Ave open space naming, deadline Jan 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Amended Toll Brothers agreement, extending open space work deadline to June 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Dracut Water Supply District agreement counter proposal in executive session (5-0)

Sewer Commission

The Tyngsboro Sewer Commission will hold an executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits: Plaza at Pondview Place LLC v. Town and Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust. In public session, members will discuss several development projects, including the Toll Brothers-Enclave Project, Flint's Corner Development, and Phase I West sewer expansion, as well as the Phase 2 sewer project at 84 Kendall Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and review of bills.

• Executive session to discuss pending litigation (Plaza at Pondview Place LLC and Vesper-Country Club cases)
• Discussion on Toll Brothers-Enclave Project
• Discussion on Flint's Corner Development
• Phase I West discussion including 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Phase 2 Sewer Project at 84 Kendall Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Tyngsborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request from the Town to build a new 10,200 sq. ft. DPW garage at 87 Kendall Rd. The board will also consider approval of past meeting minutes and any other new or old business.

• Public hearing for a variance under Section 5.4 (Front Yard Setback) for a new 10,200 sq. ft. DPW garage at 87 Kendall Rd. (Map 20, Parcel 126, Lot 0).
• Potential additional permit relief as may be required under the Tyngsborough Zoning Bylaws.

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on the Town of Tyngsborough's request for a front-yard setback variance to build a 10,200 sq. ft. DPW garage at 87 Kendall Rd. After hearing from the DPW superintendent and a neighbor, the board voted 4-0 to continue the hearing to February 13, 2025, requesting the building be staked out at the 75-ft and 50-ft setback lines and that architectural and landscape plans be provided. The board also approved the November 14, 2024 meeting minutes as written.

• Continued DPW garage variance hearing to Feb. 13, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Nov. 14, 2024 as written (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review tax commitment and warrant reports for Fiscal Year 2025. The body will discuss the FY2026 department budget request and the 2024 annual report. An executive session is scheduled to review personal tax exemptions and abatement applications.

• Review of FY2026 Department Budget Request
• 2024 Annual Report
• FY2025 Actual Tax Commitments and Warrants for Real Estate, Personal Property, CPA, and Sewer Betterment
• Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #6 for 2024 (FY25)
• Discussion regarding 435 Middlesex Road – Tractor Trailers

The Tyngsborough Board of Assessors approved FY2025 real estate tax exemptions for veteran and senior applicants, FY2025 CPA surcharge abatements, and FY2026 Chapter Land Classification applications. They also approved the 2024 Assessors Annual Report for submission and agreed not to transfer funds from the Overlay account. The board continued discussions on the 435 Middlesex Road tractor trailer tax exemption issue and the Dracut Water Department abatement filings.

• Approved FY2025 real estate tax exemptions for veteran and senior applicants (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 CPA surcharge abatements (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 Chapter Land Classification applications (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Assessors Annual Report for submission to administration
• Agreed no transfers from Overlay account for other town expenditures
• Approved regular and executive session minutes of November 13, 2024 (unanimous)

Capital Asset Management Committee

The Capital Asset Management Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes from March 2024 and discuss capital requests for fiscal years 2026 through 2030. A joint meeting with the Finance Committee is scheduled for January 2, 2025.

• Approve meeting minutes from March 5, 2024
• Discussion of FY26-FY30 capital requests
• Next meeting: January 2, 2025 joint with Finance Committee

The Capital Asset Management Committee approved the March 5, 2024 meeting minutes and reviewed the FY26-FY30 capital department requests, noting it will be an extremely lean capital budget year. No substantive decisions were made on capital requests; staff will continue refining requests with departments.

• Approved March 5, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:14 PM (4-0-0)

School Committee

The Tyngsboro School Committee will receive an overview of the FY26 budget timeline and review the November 2024 financial packet and enrollment figures. The committee will also hear updates on the MSBA project and the superintendent's evaluation. Action items include approving previous meeting minutes and signing bills and payroll.

• FY26 Budget Timeline Overview
• MSBA Update (unfinished business)
• Superintendent Evaluation Update
• November 1, 2024 Financial Packet and December 1 Enrollment
• Approval of November 26, 2024 School Committee Minutes

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to receive an update on the Winslow School. The agenda also includes time for new and old business.

• Winslow School update

The Tyngsboro Historical Commission met on December 10, 2024, and reviewed a plaque for a kiln, the condition of Winslow School and its abatement contract, and an outline for a presentation to the Board of Selectmen. No formal decisions were made on these items; the only actions were unanimous approval of the previous meeting's minutes and adjournment.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Tyngsborough Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two continued items: an after-the-fact Notice of Intent for a garage with an in-law apartment within the 200ft Riverfront Buffer Zone at 21 Chestnut Rd, and a Notice of Intent to repair a retaining wall at 24 Willowdale Ave. The commission will also consider enforcement orders at 23 Chestnut Rd and 222 Massapoag Rd, and requests for Certificates of Compliance at 50 Old Tyng Rd and 7 Roy Ave. Administrative items include approval of minutes and correspondence.

• 21 Chestnut Rd: After-the-fact Notice of Intent for 33' x 24' garage with in-law apartment in 200ft riverfront buffer (DEP# 309-1019, continued from Nov 26)
• 24 Willowdale Ave: Notice of Intent to repair existing retaining wall (DEP# 309-1026, continued from Nov 26)
• 23 Chestnut Rd and 222 Massapoag Rd: Enforcement orders
• 50 Old Tyng Rd: Request for two Certificates of Compliance (DEP# 309-0930 & 309-0992, continued from Nov 26)
• 7 Roy Ave: Request for Certificate of Compliance (DEP# 309-1013)

The Tyngsborough Conservation Commission approved a Standard Order of Conditions for an after-the-fact garage/in-law apartment at 21 Chestnut Rd. and for a retaining wall repair at 24 Willowdale Ave., both unanimously. It also issued Certificates of Compliance for 50 Old Tyng Rd. (DEP# 309-0930) and 7 Roy Ave. (DEP# 309-1013), and extended the deadline for a Notice of Intent at 222 Massapoag Rd. to January 14, 2025.

• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for 21 Chestnut Rd. garage/in-law apartment (7-0)
• Approved Standard Order of Conditions for 24 Willowdale Ave. retaining wall repair (7-0)
• Extended NOI deadline for 222 Massapoag Rd. enforcement order to Jan 14, 2025 (7-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 50 Old Tyng Rd., DEP# 309-0930 (7-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 7 Roy Ave., DEP# 309-1013 (7-0)
• Approved minutes for November 26, 2024 (7-0)
• Lifted Enforcement Order on 21 Chestnut Rd. (7-0)

School Committee

The Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to review progress on the Superintendent's FY25 goals. The agenda includes only the call to order, the review item, and adjournment. No decisions or votes are anticipated.

• Review progress on Superintendent's FY25 goals

Board of Health

The Tyngsboro Board of Health will hold a regular meeting on December 9, 2024, to discuss several health-related matters. Items include a variance request for 11 Robins Dr., a body art practitioner application for Moth & Meadow Tattoo LLC, updates on the Quincy Skin Course for tattoo artists and accessory dwelling units, and COVID-19 reporting requirements. The board will also consider minutes from previous meetings.

• Variance request at 11 Robins Dr.
• Body art practitioner application for Moth & Meadow Tattoo LLC
• Health Director updates on Quincy Skin Course for tattoo artists and ADU update
• MDPH COVID-19 requirement to report
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 7 and November 4, 2024

The Tyngsborough Board of Health approved the Quincy Skin Course for Tattoo Artists as an accepted course, granted a Body Art Practitioner License to Alexandra Ruth, and approved two septic system variances for 11 Robins Dr. The board also tabled the October 7, 2024 minutes and accepted the November 4, 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Quincy Skin Course for Tattoo Artists as accepted course (3-0)
• Approved Body Art Practitioner License for Alexandra Ruth (3-0)
• Approved two septic variances for 11 Robins Dr. with conditions (3-0)
• Tabled October 7, 2024 minutes until next meeting (3-0)
• Accepted November 4, 2024 minutes as written (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a special permit modification to allow construction of a 4,000 sq ft building for trade shops at 352 Middlesex Rd. The board will also consider a minor site plan modification to change a driveway at 60 & 62 Sherburne Ave from one-way to two-way. Other items include an ANR plan for 36 Old Tyng Rd and an as-built review for 50 Old Tyng Rd, plus discussion of an update on 147 Frost Rd and a presentation on the Housing Production Plan.

• Public hearing for special permit modification at 352 Middlesex Rd for a 4,000 sq ft trade shops building
• Minor site plan modification at 60 & 62 Sherburne Ave to convert driveway to two-way
• ANR plan for 36 Old Tyng Rd
• As-built review for 50 Old Tyng Rd
• Discussion of Housing Production Plan with NMCOG

The Tyngsboro Planning Board approved a minor site plan modification to convert a one-way driveway to two-way at 60 & 62 Sherburne Ave. (2 Evergreen Way), with a 5-0 vote. They also endorsed an ANR plan for 36 Old Tyng Rd. (4-0) and continued the as-built review for 50 Old Tyng Rd. to January 2, 2025, due to stormwater calculation deviations. A public hearing for a new 4,000 sq. ft. trade shop building at 352 Middlesex Rd. was continued to January 2, 2025, and the board discussed a timeline for completing parking lot work at 147 Frost Rd.

• Approved minor site plan modification for two-way driveway at 60 & 62 Sherburne Ave. (5-0)
• Endorsed ANR Plan of Land for 36 Old Tyng Rd. (4-0)
• Continued as-built review for 50 Old Tyng Rd. to 1/2/25 (4-0-1)
• Continued public hearing for 352 Middlesex Rd. trade shop building to 1/2/25 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 (5-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees Finance and Budget Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the FY 2026 Budget.

• FY 2026 Budget

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Metropolitan Planning Organization (NMMPO) will vote on several transportation planning items, including amendments to the FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Key items include the Lowell Bridge Preservation Project (RAISE) and a vulnerable road user systemic safety project near bus stops. The board will also consider LRTA safety targets and a Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan, and vote to release the updated Public Participation Plan for public comment.

• Amendment to FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (vote required)
• LRTA Final Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (vote required)
• FFY2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Project Amendment #1: Lowell Bridge Preservation Project (RAISE)
• FFY2025-2029 Transportation Improvement Project Adjustment #1: Vulnerable Road User Systemic Safety Project Near Bus Stops
• Draft update to Public Participation Plan released for 21-day public comment period (vote required)

School Committee

The Tyngsborough Public Schools Negotiations Subcommittee is meeting solely to enter executive session, with no public discussion items listed. The agenda includes only a call to order, executive session, and adjournment.

Sewer Commission

The Tyngsborough Sewer Commission will meet on December 3, 2024, solely for an executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits and seek legal advice from special counsel. No public business is scheduled. The lawsuits involve Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC (Middlesex Superior Court, Docket No. 2281CV03095) and Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust (Land Court, Docket No. 22 MISC 0000527).

• Executive session to discuss pending litigation: Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission and Board of Health (Middlesex Superior Court No. 2281CV03095)
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation: Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust and Town of Tyngsborough (Land Court No. 22 MISC 0000527)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several new business items, including approving 2025 liquor licenses, holding a transfer hearing for Tyngsboro Liquors at 24 Middlesex Road, and voting on a letter of support to Governor Healey for a $600,000 earmark for the DPW building. Other items include naming the recreation parcel at 45 Sherburne Ave and reviewing a planning board request for 352 Middlesex Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, citizen time, town manager's report, and an executive session on litigation.

• Letter of support to Governor Healey for $600,000 earmark for DPW Building
• 2025 liquor license approvals
• Transfer of liquor license hearing for Tyngsboro Liquors at 24 Middlesex Road
• Parcel naming for Sherburne Ave Recreation Parcel at 45 Sherburne Ave
• Request for comment on 352 Middlesex Road from Planning Board

Tyngsborough Water District

The Tyngsborough Water District will meet to discuss the Water Operator position. The meeting also includes time for citizen comments and the approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion regarding Water Operator position
• Approval of November 7, 2024 minutes

Conservation Commission

The Tyngsborough Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on an after-the-fact Notice of Intent for a garage with an in-law apartment at 21 Chestnut Road within the 200-foot riverfront buffer zone, a subdivision and new single-family dwelling at 13 Norris Road requiring wetland buffer and stormwater permits, and a retaining wall repair at 24 Willowdale Avenue. The commission will also consider a permit extension for Triple Crown Estates and a certificate of compliance for 50 Old Tyng Road. Enforcement orders for 23 Chestnut Road and 222 Massapoag Road are on the agenda.

• After-the-fact Notice of Intent for a 33' x 24' garage with in-law apartment at 21 Chestnut Rd within 200ft Riverfront Buffer Zone (continued from Nov 12)
• Notice of Intent and Minor Stormwater Management Permit to subdivide 13 Norris Rd and build a single-family dwelling in each 100-ft wetland buffer zone (continued from Nov 12)
• Notice of Intent to repair an existing retaining wall at 24 Willowdale Ave
• Permit extension request for Triple Crown Estates (Map 16, Parcel 36, Lots 1-8) under DEP# 309-0913
• Certificate of Compliance request for 50 Old Tyng Rd under DEP# 309-0992

School Committee

The Tyngsboro School Committee will discuss and potentially act on a Unit A contract proposal, receive updates on the MSBA project and special education, and approve routine items including minutes and a new custodian hire. A student representative will present a 'Share the Success' segment. The meeting also includes an executive session.

• Unit A Contract Proposal - potential action on a collective bargaining agreement
• MSBA Update - status of Massachusetts School Building Authority project
• Student Services/Special Education Update - program and compliance review
• New Hire: Steven Brunelle as TMS second-shift custodian
• Approval of minutes from November 12, 2024 meetings

School Committee

The Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee is meeting to review progress toward the Superintendent's goals for fiscal year 2025.

• Review of progress towards Superintendent’s FY25 goals

Planning Board

This meeting includes an Approval Not Required (ANR) determination for 13 Norris Rd., an as-built review for 50 Old Tyng Rd., and updates on ongoing projects such as the BAPS Temple at 50 Westford Rd., 147 Frost Rd., Toll Bros. Enclave drainage seepage collar installation, and a warehouse at 93 Kendall Rd. The board will also approve minutes from October 3, 2024.

• ANR determination for 13 Norris Rd.
• As-built review for 50 Old Tyng Rd.
• Project update: BAPS Temple at 50 Westford Rd.
• Project update: Toll Bros. Enclave drainage seepage collar installation
• Project update: warehouse at 93 Kendall Rd.

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments will hold its regular meeting to vote on committee appointments, meeting minutes, and the financial report and warrant. Members will also discuss the release of the draft 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and receive an update on the Regional Weights and Measures Program. Other items include the executive director's report and community exchange. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Vote on NMCOG Committees and Members
• Vote on approval of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Vote on Financial Report and Warrant
• Discussion of NMCOG Strategic Plan 2024-2027 draft release
• Update on NMCOG Regional Weights and Measures Program

Capital Asset Management Committee

The committee will meet to discuss funding options for the FY26 Capital Plan. The session also includes the approval of meeting minutes from February, March, and April 2024.

• FY26 Capital Plan-Funding Options

Sustainability Committee

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Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees and the Finance and Budget Subcommittee are meeting to discuss the FY 2026 Budget.

• FY 2026 Budget

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss the FY26 budget, hold an executive session to strategize for contract negotiations with the Library Director, and consider a revised Library Technician job description. The meeting also includes review of holiday closings, early closings, and the Children's Room ADA Access project.

• Executive session for strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations with Library Director
• FY26 Budget discussion
• Revised Library Technician Job Description
• Children’s Room ADA Access
• Review of Holiday Closings for 2025

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will conduct post-mortems on the Repair Café, Zero Waste Day, and Taste of the Town events. Members will discuss waste reduction in public schools and plan the Neighbor to Neighbor outreach schedule for January and February.

• Review of Repair Café, Zero Waste Day, and Taste of the Town events
• Discussion of holiday string lights and book collections
• Trash and recycling tonnage tracking
• Planning for Sustainable Resolutions and 'Love your Town' outreach
• Discussion of waste reduction in Tyngsborough's public schools

Council on Aging

The Tyngsborough Council on Aging will meet on November 19, 2024, to discuss the director's report including the FY 2025 budget, upcoming events, and an accreditation action plan update that may form a subcommittee. Subcommittee reports cover a name change kickoff, dementia-friendly initiatives, and holiday activities such as cookie boxes, Wreaths Across America, and basket deliveries. New business includes a transportation ride provided to Town Meeting. The meeting will also review bylaws and hear public comment.

• Update on accreditation action plan with possible subcommittee formation
• Name Change kickoff subcommittee report
• Dementia Friendly subcommittee report
• Holiday activities: Cookie Boxes (Dec 11), Wreaths Across America (Dec 14), Holiday Basket delivery (Nov 15, Dec TBD)
• New business: transportation ride provided to Town Meeting

Commission on Disability

The Tyngsboro Commission on Disability will discuss the Dementia Friendly Initiative and review ADA Transition Plan projects. The commission will also address membership and hear a report from the Council on Aging. The meeting includes an open forum for public comment.

• Discussion of Dementia Friendly Initiative
• Review of ADA Transition Plan Projects
• Membership updates
• Council on Aging report
• Open forum for public

Select Board

The Tyngsboro Select Board will hold a swearing-in ceremony for the new Chief of Police, conduct public hearings on alcohol license applications for Tyngsboro Sports Center Inc. and Thai Elephant, discuss a National Grid pole petition on Kendall Road, consider a one-day liquor license for the Festival of Trees, and review next steps for the Public Safety Building project. The meeting also includes an executive session for strategy on negotiations and litigation.

• Swearing-in ceremony for new Chief of Police
• Public hearing on Tyngsboro Sports Center Inc. alcohol application
• Public hearing on Thai Elephant entertainment and alcohol license
• National Grid pole petition on Kendall Road
• Discuss Public Safety Building process and next steps

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will meet to discuss two pending lawsuits in executive session. The agenda includes discussions on the I/I Program, future sewer phases, and specific developments including the Toll Brothers-Enclave Project and Flint’s Corner.

• Litigation: Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission and Board of Health
• Litigation: Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust and Town of Tyngsborough
• Discussion on 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Review of Phase 2 Sewer Project
• Discussion on Toll Brothers-Enclave Project and Flint’s Corner Development

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet to approve minutes from three prior meetings (April, May, July 2024) and discuss the status of previous Housing Production Plan (HPP) goals. The main discussion item is whether to launch a new rental/mortgage assistance program. Public comment will be taken during an open forum.

• Review and approve meeting minutes from April 25, 2024
• Review and approve meeting minutes from May 22, 2024
• Review and approve meeting minutes from July 25, 2024
• Discuss progress on previous Housing Production Plan (HPP) goals
• Discuss starting a rental/mortgage assistance program

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Tyngsborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special permit request from Innovation Academy Charter School to replace an existing placard sign at 72 Tyng Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of new or old business.

• Special permit hearing for Innovation Academy Charter School to replace a placard sign at 72 Tyng Rd. (Map 27, Parcel 5, Lot 0)

Board of Assessors

The Tyngsboro Board of Assessors will review minutes, sign monthly motor vehicle excise and sewer lien abatement reports, and discuss bills payable. In executive session, they will consider FY2025 senior real estate tax exemption and CPA abatement applications. Old business includes an update on the HERO’s Act and property matters at 435 Middlesex Road and Dracut Water Department abatement filings.

• Month-end motor vehicle excise tax abatements for October 2024 (FY2025, years 2023-2024)
• Month-end sewer lien abatement report for October 2024 (FY2024)
• Schedule of bills payable to Catalis and Staples
• FY2025 senior real estate tax exemption applications filed to date
• Old business: HERO’s Act update and Dracut Water Department voluntary tax payment abatement filings

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review minutes and approve monthly abatement reports and bills. An executive session will discuss FY2025 senior real estate tax exemption and CPA abatement applications. Old business includes updates on the HERO's Act, tractor trailers at 435 Middlesex Road, and Dracut Water Department abatement filings.

• Month End Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Abatements for October 2024 for FY2025 (years 2023 and 2024)
• Month End Sewer Lien Abatement Report for October 2024 (FY2024)
• Schedule of Bills Payable: Catalis, Staples
• Executive session for FY2025 Senior Real Estate Tax Exemption Applications and CPA Abatement Applications
• Old business: HERO's Act update, 435 Middlesex Road tractor trailers, Dracut Water Department voluntary tax payment abatement filings

Middle School Building Committee

The Tyngsborough Middle School Building Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes, review the project budget, and vote on invoices and commitments. Key actions include voting on Owner Change Order #7 and a contract amendment with JCJ Architecture. The committee will also receive updates on design and construction progress.

• Vote on Owner Change Order #7
• Vote on JCJ Architecture Contract Amendment #6
• Review project budget and approve invoices and commitments
• Construction progress and look-ahead update

Historical Commission

The Tyngsborough Historical Commission will meet to discuss an update on the Winslow School, along with new and old business, and approve minutes from prior meetings. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or financial details listed.

• Winslow School update
• New Business
• Old Business
• Approval of Minutes

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding a garage and in-law apartment at 21 Chestnut Rd. and a two-lot subdivision at 13 Norris Rd. The body will also review several requests for Certificates of Compliance and discuss an appeal regarding Aerator Use Regulations.

• Public hearing: 21 Chestnut Rd. garage and in-law apartment in Riverfront Buffer Zone
• Public hearing: 13 Norris Rd. subdivision and two single-family dwellings in wetland buffer zone
• Discussion: Appeal to violation of Aerator Use Regulations Bylaw at 7 Alden St.
• Permit extension request for 45 & 46 Sherburne Ave.
• Executive session regarding litigation: Kimberly Craven v. Costas Malapanis et al.

School Committee

The Tyngsboro School Committee will consider personnel matters including a retirement, resignation, and parental leave. They will also hear updates on the MSBA project, technology department, and TMSSolarPanel. The committee will review the October financial packet and November 1 enrollment figures, and may enter executive session.

• Notification of retirement of Beth Craig, TMS teacher (18+ years)
• Notification of resignation of Sonya Lavoie, TES paraprofessional
• Request for parental leave by Danny Costigan, THS teacher
• MSBA project update (unfinished business)
• October 2024 financial packet and November 1, 2024 enrollment report

School Committee

The Technology Subcommittee is meeting to discuss school committee policies related to technology. The discussion focuses on access to digital resources and empowered digital use.

• Review of Policy IJND: Access To Digital Resources
• Review of Policy IJNDB: Empowered Digital Use Policy

Tyngsborough Water District

The Tyngsborough Water District Board will discuss the 2024 Pennichuck Water Supply Contract, consider filling an open commissioner seat, and reorganize board positions. Other agenda items include a potential increase in office manager hours, a leak survey, notification of free cash approval, and an abatement inquiry on account 690. The meeting also covers citizen time and approval of minutes from July 18, 2024.

• Discussion of Pennichuck Water Supply Contract 2024
• Open Water Commissioner seat to be filled
• Reorganization of Board
• Discussion of increase of Office Manager hours
• Abatement inquiry — Account 690

Tyngsborough Housing Authority

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss routine business including approving payments, the executive director's report, and old business such as additional hours for the executive director. New business items include addressing previous employees' presence on THA property and board communication with residents.

• Consideration of approving payments
• Discussion of additional hours for the executive director (old business)
• New business: previous employees' presence on THA property
• New business: board communication with residents

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss the Public Safety Building and the ratification of the Chief of Police contract. The board will also consider fee waiver requests and HCA approvals for local businesses.

• Public Safety Building discussion
• Contract ratification for Chief of Police
• American Legion Post 247 fee waiver request
• HCA approvals for Bada Bloom LLC and Bada Vroom LLC
• Acceptance of donation from Lowell Five and authorization of expenditure

Board of Health

The Tyngsboro Board of Health will hold a public hearing on a body art establishment and practitioner application from Moth & Meadow Tattoo LLC. The board will also discuss health director updates, including approval of the Quincy Skin Course for tattoo artists and the Republic Services schedule. Approval of the October 7, 2024 meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Moth & Meadow Tattoo LLC body art establishment and practitioner application
• Health Director Update: Approval of Quincy Skin Course for tattoo artists
• Health Director Update: Republic Services schedule
• Approval of October 7, 2024 meeting minutes

School Committee

The Tyngsborough Public Schools Negotiations Subcommittee is meeting with an agenda that includes only a call to order, an executive session, and adjournment. No specific topics for discussion are listed in the posted agenda. The meeting is scheduled for October 30, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Tyngsborough Elementary School Cafeteria.

• Call to order
• Executive session (closed to public)
• Adjournment

Sewer Commission

The Tyngsborough Sewer Commission will hold an executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits (Plaza at Pondview Place and Vesper-Country Club) and obtain legal advice from special counsel. The regular agenda also includes new and old business such as the sewer garage, I/I program, Toll Brothers-Enclave Project, future sewer phases, Flint's Corner Development, and Phase I West discussion covering 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road. The commission will also consider meeting minutes, bills warrants, citizen comments, and reports.

• Executive session for pending litigation: Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Tyngsborough Sewer Commission and Board of Health (Middlesex Superior Court) and Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust (Land Court)
• Discussion on sewer garage
• I/I (Inflow and Infiltration) program discussion
• Toll Brothers-Enclave Project update
• Future sewer phases and Flint's Corner Development

Board of Library Trustees

The Finance and Budget Subcommittee of the Board of Library Trustees is meeting to discuss the FY 2026 budget. No other items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of the FY 2026 budget

Historical Commission

This is a meeting of the Graduates of the Last Decade (GOLD) Council at Suffolk University. The agenda includes a presentation from the Center for Career Equity, Development, and Success, followed by discussions on council expectations and the roles of the Events Committee versus the Marketing Chair. The meeting also includes updates on advancement and giving, with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Presentation by Lauren Gray & Kyle Mendelsohn from the Center for Career Equity, Development, and Success
• Discussion of GOLD Council expectations
• Discussion of Events Committee v. Marketing Chair roles
• Advancement update
• Giving update

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Metropolitan Planning Organization will consider amendments to its FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program and vote on releasing it for a 21-day public comment period. The board will also approve minutes from September 25, 2024, and discuss alternate meeting dates for November and December due to holidays. A public open forum is scheduled for comments from members and the public.

• Amendment to FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (vote to release for 21-day public comment)
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of alternate meeting dates for November and December holidays
• Open forum for public comments

School Committee

This meeting of the Tyngsboro Public Schools Negotiations Subcommittee consists only of a call to order, an executive session, and adjournment. No public discussion or decision items are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session (no topic specified)

Commission on Disability

The Tyngsboro Commission on Disability will meet to discuss a request to increase the number of commission members, reorganize the commission, and receive a report from the Council on Aging. The agenda also includes an open forum for public comment. The meeting is primarily procedural.

• Discuss request for membership increase
• Commission reorganization
• Council on Aging report
• Open forum for public comment

Commission on Disability

The Tyngsboro Commission on Disability will discuss a request to increase membership and review ADA Transition Plan projects. The agenda also includes a discussion on dementia-friendly initiatives and committee reports.

• Discuss request for membership increase
• Review ADA Transition Plan projects
• Dementia-friendly discussion

Select Board

The Tyngsborough Select Board will meet to vote on designating Middlesex Road and Westford Road as an Economic Development Zone and consider modifications to Host Community Agreements (HCAs) for two cannabis businesses. Other items include a compensated absence fund transfer for the Police Department, a road opening permit for a private sewer extension, and a Council on Aging appointment. The board will also enter executive session to discuss litigation and non-union personnel negotiations.

• Request for HCA modification – Vrada Bloom LLC
• Request for HCA modification – Yellow House Cannabis
• Vote to designate Middlesex Road and Westford Road Economic Development Zone
• Compensated Absence Fund Transfer – Police Department
• Class A Road Opening Permit – 93 Kendall Road Private Sewer Main Extension

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments will hold its annual business and annual meeting. The council will vote on a resolution to commit matching funds for a Lowell Regional Transit Authority transit planning contract with federal agencies. Other business includes installing officers, approving minutes, and a financial report.

• Resolution to commit matching funds for LRTA transit planning contract with US DOT and FTA (vote required)
• Installation of NMCOG officers including Stephen Themelis as Chair
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024
• Financial report and warrant (vote required)
• Keynote panel on economic growth and prosperity in Greater Lowell region

Middle School Building Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review the project budget. Members will vote on invoices, commitments, and Owner Change Order #6. The meeting includes updates on technology equipment design and construction progress.

• Vote on Owner Change Order #6
• Approval of project budget, invoices, and commitments
• FFE and Technology Equipment Design update
• Review of dedication plaque
• Construction progress and look-ahead report

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will plan upcoming waste reduction events, including a Repair Café on October 26 and Zero Waste Day on November 2 at the Tyngsborough Elementary School. They will also review a grant application for a sustainability movie series and discuss outreach programs like Neighbor to Neighbor and new resident packets. Correspondence includes a letter from Homeworks, and the committee may explore the Climate Leader - Green Communities Program with Assistant Town Manager Katharine Foster.

• Repair Café on October 26, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, with staffing and fliers
• Zero Waste Day on November 2, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at TES, with signs, cones, and staffing
• Trash and Recycling Tonnage Tracking discussed
• Grant application to Mass Cultural Council for sustainability movie series (Feeding Tomorrow, Plastic Earth, Before the Flood, Wasted)
• Potential discussion of Climate Leader - Green Communities Program with Assistant Town Manager

Council on Aging

The Tyngsboro Council on Aging will discuss the FY25 budget report and receive the director's update on programs, newsletter, and upcoming events. The board will also approve September 2024 minutes and hear public comment.

• Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Director’s report on upcoming events, newsletter, and programs
• FY25 budget report and discussion

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review financial and circulation reports. The meeting includes discussions on the FY26 budget, capital budget requests, and the library patio.

• FY26 Budget
• Capital Budget Requests
• Library Patio
• Director Evaluation
• 2025 Holiday Closings

Cultural Council

The Tyngsborough Cultural Council will meet to discuss the FY25 grant cycle. The body is scheduled to vote on the amount of available funds for granting.

• Vote on available funds for granting
• Discussion of FY25 grant cycle

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will discuss several development projects and sewer phases, including the Toll Brothers-Enclave Project and Flint’s Corner Development. The meeting includes executive sessions to discuss pending litigation involving Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC and Vesper-Country Club.

• Discussion on 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road (Phase I West)
• Toll Brothers-Enclave Project
• Flint’s Corner Development
• Phase 2 Sewer Project
• Executive session regarding Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Tyngsborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Mission Realty Development for a variance and special permit to raze existing structures and build two single-family dwellings at 13 Norris Rd. The application is a modification to a previously approved decision from April 2024 and includes newly delineated wetlands. The board will also approve minutes from September 12 and discuss new or old business.

• Public hearing for variance under Section 5.35 and special permit under Sections 6.1-6.3 at 13 Norris Rd. (Map 28, Parcel 66, Lot 2)
• Applicant: Mission Realty Development, LLC
• Modification to previously approved decision issued 4/11/24
• Newly delineated wetlands on the property
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to notify the board of new hires and a retirement. The agenda includes a presentation regarding TES and updates on MSBA and Teaching and Learning.

• Notification of new hires: Hailey Denisevich (TMS Paraprofessional) and Ryan Pike (Director of Facilities)
• Notification of retirement: Bonnie Duguay, TMS Paraprofessional
• Paternity leave requests for THS teachers Dan Costigan and Zach Richall
• TES Presentation
• MSBA and Teaching and Learning updates

Finance Committee

The Tyngsboro Finance Committee will review and vote on a recommendation for the warrant of the October 22 Special Town Meeting. The committee will also approve minutes from the September 17 meeting and hear public comment.

• Review & Vote Recommendation on October 22 STM Warrant
• Approval of September 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding a large-scale sewer project and riverfront developments. The body will also determine the removal of hazardous trees and address enforcement orders.

• Phase 1E, 3-5 Sewer Project: installation of ~23,000 lin. ft. of gravity sewer and 4,000 lin. ft. of low-pressure sewer
• 21 Chestnut Rd.: After-the-Fact Notice of Intent for a 33’ x 24’ garage with in-law apartment
• 185 Pawtucket Blvd.: Request for Determination to repair Vesper Country Club cart bridge
• Removal of 20 dead/hazardous trees at Wyndbrook Ln. & Windemere Cr.
• Permit extension request for 440 Middlesex Rd.

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on an alcohol license for Tyngsboro Sports Realty Trust and a tax classification hearing with the Board of Assessors. They will vote on several items including a bond sale for Tyngsborough Middle School borrowing, ratifying a contract amendment for the Interim Chief of Police, approving an easement for Kendall Road, and posting warrants for the November 5 election and the October 22 Town Meeting.

• Public hearing — Tyngsboro Sports Realty Trust all-alcohol on-premise restaurant, common victualler, and entertainment license
• Public hearing — Tax classification hearing with Board of Assessors
• Vote to approve bond sale for Tyngsborough Middle School borrowing
• Ratify contract amendment for Interim Chief of Police
• Vote to post November 5 election warrant and Town Meeting warrant with recommendations

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review tax abatement reports and motor vehicle excise tax commitments for September 2024. The meeting includes a review of tax classification hearing materials and a discussion on the HERO’S Act. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personal exemptions and abatement applications.

• Review of Tax Classification Hearing Material
• Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #5 for FY2025
• Discussion of 435 Middlesex Road regarding tractor trailers
• Dracut Water Department voluntary tax payment abatement filings
• ATB Case FY2023 Personal Property for Mass. Electric Account 95

Board of Health

The Tyngsborough Board of Health will meet to conduct a hearing regarding 59 Althea Ave. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from September 9, 2024.

• Hearing for 59 Althea Ave.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw to address inconsistencies in sign regulations (Section 7.2) and related definitions (Section 11). Discussion items include stormwater runoff from the Sherburne Ave./Coburn Rd. development, 147 Frost Rd., and Toll Bros. Enclave drainage. A continued ANR for 198 & 200 Sherburne Ave. is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Zoning Bylaw amendments for sign regulations (Sections 7.2 and 11)
• Continued ANR for 198 & 200 Sherburne Ave.
• Discussion of stormwater runoff from Sherburne Ave./Coburn Rd. development
• Discussion of 147 Frost Rd.
• Discussion of Toll Bros. Enclave drainage

Capital Asset Management Committee

The Tyngsboro Capital Asset Management Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes from February, March, and April 2024, discuss the FY26-FY30 Capital Plan Process, and consider a capital request from the Fire Department. The meeting is scheduled for October 3, 2024, at 6:00 PM in Meeting Room 1 at Town Hall.

• Approve meeting minutes from February 14, 2024
• Approve meeting minutes from March 5, 2024
• Approve meeting minutes from April 12, 2024
• FY26-FY30 Capital Plan Process discussion
• Capital Request for the Fire Department

School Committee

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School Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Tyngsborough Public Schools Negotiations Subcommittee. The agenda includes only a call to order, an executive session, and adjournment. No specific topics for discussion are listed, and the purpose of the executive session is not stated.

• Executive session (no subject listed)

Sewer Commission

The Tyngsboro Sewer Commission will discuss several ongoing development projects, including the Toll Brothers Enclave, Flint's Corner Development, and Phase I West (95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road). The commission will also review the I/I program, sewer garage, future sewer phases, and the Phase 2 Sewer Project. Administrative items include approving meeting minutes and reviewing bills warrants.

• Discussion on Toll Brothers-Enclave Project
• Discussion on Flint's Corner Development
• Discussion on Phase I West: 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Discussion on I/I Program and capacity
• Discussion on future sewer phases and Phase 2 Sewer Project

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Metropolitan Planning Organization (NMMPO) will hold a virtual meeting on September 25, 2024. A vote is required to adjust the Envision 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan based on a Corrective Action from FHWA and FTA. Other items include updates on TIP projects, studies on EV buses on regional bridges, and scopes of work for a regional bicycle/pedestrian plan, an updated public participation plan, and a website transition.

• Vote on adjustment to Envision 2050 transportation plan to include performance measures
• Presentation of study on EV buses on regional bridges and roadways
• Scope of work for a region-wide bicycle and pedestrian plan
• Scope of work to update the Public Participation Plan (deadline April 2025)
• Scope of work for transitioning NMCOG website to a new content management system

Recreation Committee

The Tyngsboro Recreation Committee will meet on September 25, 2024 at the Ironwood Clubhouse. They will review the recent block party, discuss the proposed transfer of Sherburne Avenue property to the Recreation Department, and plan assignments for the Festival of Trees. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and time for citizen comments.

• Review of the Block Party
• Transfer of Sherburne Ave property to Recreation Department
• Festival of Trees assignments and planning discussion

Recreation Committee

The Tyngsboro Recreation Committee will hold a regular meeting on September 25, 2024, at 6:30 PM at the Ironwood Clubhouse. Agenda items include a review of the Block Party, a discussion on transferring Sherburne Avenue property to the Recreation Department, and planning for the Festival of Trees. The meeting is largely procedural with some new business.

• Block Party review
• Transfer of Sherburne Avenue property to Recreation
• Festival of Trees assignments and planning discussion
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Citizen's Time for public comments

Tyngsborough Housing Authority

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting on September 25, 2024. The agenda includes routine administrative items such as roll call, approval of minutes from August 28, treasurer's reports for July and August, correspondence, executive director's report, consideration of payments, and a board reorganization. No significant policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Accept minutes from August 28, 2024 regular meeting
• Treasurer's reports for July and August
• Consideration of approving payments
• Reorganization of the board

School Committee

The Tyngsboro School Committee will discuss the DESE Final Report on Special Education and Civil Rights Monitoring, a THS presentation, and an NYC field trip request at its September 24 meeting. Personnel actions include a maternity leave request, new paraprofessional hires, and a resignation. The committee will also approve minutes and handle routine finance items.

• Maternity leave request for Kaitline Rich, due in October
• New hires: TES paraprofessionals Adrianna Cirilo, Rosemary Denommee, Jazmine Gramer, and a paraprofessional moving to K-5 Science Specialist Teacher
• Resignation of Katie LaRochelle, TES Literacy Teacher (7+ years of service)
• DESE Final Report on Special Education and Civil Rights Monitoring
• NYC Field Trip Request Letter

Board of Library Trustees

The Tyngsboro Board of Library Trustees will review subcommittee reports and discuss old business including a trustee job description, citizen's academy, director evaluation stakeholder interviews, and holiday open house. New business items include a Community Preservation Funds request, the FY26 budget, a state aid report, library patio discussion, and an action plan update. The meeting also includes public comments, minutes review, and financial reports.

• Community Preservation Funds Request
• FY26 Budget discussion
• Director Evaluation Stakeholder Interview Assignments
• Holiday Open House planning
• Library Patio discussion

Conservation Commission

The Commission is continuing three public hearings from September 10, including a large sewer expansion project (Phase 1E) that would install about 29,000 linear feet of sewer lines across multiple roads. Other continued hearings address an after-the-fact garage with an in-law apartment at 21 Chestnut Rd. and a retaining wall replacement at the Tyngsborough Sportsman Club. New items include a Determination of Applicability for a mudroom addition at 158 Lakeview Ave., a discussion of field changes at 10 Cedar Lane, a hazardous tree removal at 104 Coburn Rd., enforcement orders at two addresses, and a request for a Certificate of Compliance for 10 Michigan Rd.

• Phase 1E Sewer Project: ~23,000 ft gravity sewer, 4,000 ft low-pressure sewer, 2,000 ft force main, and one pump station along Frost Rd., Mt. Paul Rd., Phalanx St., Lawrence Rd., Gail & Gloria Aves., and Robins Dr.
• 21 Chestnut Rd.: After-the-fact Notice of Intent for a 33' x 24' garage with in-law apartment within the 200ft Riverfront Buffer Zone (continued).
• 90 Westford Rd.: Tyngsborough Sportsman Club seeks to replace a wooden retaining wall with concrete block, install a canopy, boardwalk, replace shed, and remove invasive species (continued).
• 158 Lakeview Ave.: Request for Determination of Applicability to build an 8' x 10' mudroom addition within the 100' wetland buffer zone.
• 104 Coburn Rd.: Commission determination on removal of three hazardous trees.

Board of Library Trustees

The Tyngsboro Board of Library Trustees will discuss Community Preservation Funds for the library, the FY26 budget, and a State Aid report. They will also review a director evaluation, a citizen's academy, and holiday open house plans. Standard reports on finances, circulation, and bills are on the agenda.

• Community Preservation Funds Request
• FY26 Budget discussion
• Director Evaluation and stakeholder interview assignments
• Library Patio project update
• Action Plan Update

Select Board

The Select Board will review a draft warrant for the October 22, 2024 Special Town Meeting. They will also discuss updates on FY25 goals and hold an executive session to prepare for negotiations with the Interim Chief of Police. A citation will be presented to Officer Evan Donnelly. Routine business includes approval of meeting minutes and reports.

• Review draft warrant for October 22 Special Town Meeting
• Update on FY25 Select Board/Town Manager's Goals
• Executive session for strategy on negotiations with Interim Chief of Police
• Citation presentation to Officer Evan Donnelly of Tyngsborough Police Department
• Approval of regular and executive session minutes from September 9, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue a review of 198 & 200 Sherburne Ave. and receive an update on Enclave Drainage. The board will also enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding Michael Ferris et al v. Tyngsborough Planning Board.

• Continued review of 198 & 200 Sherburne Ave.
• Enclave Drainage update
• Executive session regarding Michael Ferris et al v. Tyngsborough Planning Board [Civil Docket No.: 2481CV02257]

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments meets via Zoom to elect officers, approve meeting minutes and a financial report, and discuss the draft NMCOG Strategic Plan for 2024-2027. Members will also receive an update on the Regional Weights and Measures Program and hear the Executive Director's report.

• Election of NMCOG officers (vote required)
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2024 meeting (vote required)
• Financial report and warrant (vote required)
• Discussion of NMCOG Strategic Plan 2024-2027 draft
• Update on NMCOG Regional Weights and Measures Program

Middle School Building Committee

The committee will meet to approve project invoices and Owner Change Order #6. Members will receive updates on construction progress, technology equipment design, and the Dracut Water Supply District system development fee.

• Approval of Owner Change Order #6
• Review of project budget, invoices, and commitments
• FFE and Technology Equipment Design update
• Dracut Water Supply District System Development Fee resolution
• Construction progress and look-ahead report

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss specific funding requests for the upcoming Special Town Meeting. The body will also receive updates on the CPC balance and the Winslow School Project.

• Library Historic Preservation Request
• Sherburne Ave Recreation Parcel Phase II Open Space Request
• Proposed rescinding of $350,000 for Merrimac Way Acquisition
• Update on Winslow School Project

The Community Preservation Committee approved $55,000 for the library's historic preservation project (including oral history and map restoration) and $550,000 for Phase II of the Sherburne Ave recreation parcel, both with unused funds to be returned. The committee also voted to recommend Town Meeting rescind the $350,000 authorization for the Merrimac Way acquisition. The Winslow School project remains paused pending Town Meeting direction.

• Approved $55,000 for library historic preservation project (8-0)
• Approved $550,000 for Sherburne Ave Recreation Parcel Phase II (7-1, Crawford opposed)
• Recommended Town Meeting rescind $350,000 for Merrimac Way acquisition (8-0)
• Approved minutes from March 13, 2024 (7-0-1, Crawford abstained)

Finance Committee

The Tyngsborough Finance Committee will meet on September 17, 2024, to review the warrant for the October Special Town Meeting, which may include proposed spending items. The committee will also appoint a representative to the Capital Asset Management Committee and approve minutes from the July 10 meeting.

• Appoint representative to the Capital Asset Management Committee
• Review October Special Town Meeting warrant

The Tyngsborough Finance Committee approved the July 10, 2024 meeting minutes and appointed Earl Mason to the Capital Asset Management Committee, both by unanimous 3-0 votes. The committee also reviewed a draft of the October 22, 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant, with further discussion planned when the Town Manager presents the final warrant in early October. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Appointed Earl Mason to Capital Asset Management Committee (3-0)

Sewer Commission

The Tyngsboro Sewer Commission will discuss ongoing sewer infrastructure projects including the Toll Brothers-Enclave development, Flint's Corner, and Phase I West at 95-97 Westford Road and 50 Westford Road. The board will also approve meeting minutes and bills warrants from August 8, 2024, and then enter executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits: Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission and Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust.

• Discussion of Toll Brothers-Enclave Project
• Discussion of Flint's Corner Development
• Phase I West discussion including 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Phase 2 Sewer Project update
• Executive session for two pending litigations (Plaza at Pondview Place and Vesper-Country Club)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Tyngsboro Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on requests for variances and special permit extensions, including a variance to construct an 8x10 mudroom addition at 158 Lakeview Ave. The board will also consider two-year extensions for previously issued variances at 406 & 424 Middlesex Rd and 137 Pawtucket Blvd. Administrative business includes approval of minutes from August 8, 2024.

• 158 Lakeview Ave – Variance request for front-yard setback to build 8'x10' mudroom in R-2 district
• 406 & 424 Middlesex Rd – 2-year extension of variance issued Sept 21, 2023
• 137 Pawtucket Blvd – 2-year extension of variance and special permit issued May 30, 2023
• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2024

The Tyngsborough Zoning Board of Appeals approved two 2-year extensions to previously issued variances/special permits, and granted a front-yard setback variance for a mudroom addition. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The board also approved the minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting.

• Approved 2-year extension to variance for 406 & 424 Middlesex Rd., expiring 9/21/2026 (5-0)
• Approved 2-year extension to variance and special permit for 137 Pawtucket Blvd., expiring 5/30/2026 (5-0)
• Approved front-yard setback variance to 27 ft. for 8' x 10' mudroom at 158 Lakeview Ave. (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2024 as written (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will approve minutes from August 21, 2024, and sign the monthly motor vehicle excise tax abatement report. The board will receive an update on FY2025 DLS certification status, then enter executive session to discuss personal tax exemption applications and abatements not open to public inspection. Old business includes tractor trailers at 435 Middlesex Road and abatement filings for Dracut Water Department.

• Review of regular and executive minutes from August 21, 2024
• Month-end motor vehicle excise tax abatements for August 2024 (FY2025)
• FY2025 DLS Certification Status Update
• Executive session for FY2025 veteran and senior tax exemption applications, and FY2024 supplemental abatement
• Old business: 435 Middlesex Road tractor trailers; Dracut Water Department voluntary tax payment abatement filings

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review motor vehicle excise tax abatements for August 2024. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personal exemptions and abatement applications. The board will also address old business regarding 435 Middlesex Road and the Dracut Water Department.

• August 2024 Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Abatements
• FY2025 Veteran and Senior Tax Exemption Applications
• FY2024 Supplemental Tax Abatement review
• 435 Middlesex Road tractor trailers
• Dracut Water Department voluntary tax payment abatement filings

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and sign minutes from August 21, 2024, monthly motor vehicle excise tax abatements, and the Schedule of Bills Payable. New business includes an update on FY2025 DLS (Department of Revenue) certification status. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personal exemption and abatement applications (veteran, senior, and supplemental). Old business includes tractor-trailer parking at 435 Middlesex Road and abatement filings for Dracut Water Department and a Mass. Electric personal property case.

• FY2025 DLS Certification Status Update
• Month End Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Abatements for August 2024 (FY2025)
• Executive session: FY2025 Veteran and Senior Tax Exemption Applications
• 435 Middlesex Road – Tractor Trailer issue (old business)
• Dracut Water Department Voluntary Tax Payment – Abatement Filings

The Board of Assessors approved FY2025 real estate tax exemptions for veterans and seniors, and CPA surcharge abatements, during executive session. They also approved the month-end motor vehicle excise tax abatements, the FY2025 preliminary LA4 report, the CP1 form, and a bill payable to Catalis. The board noted that preliminary FY2025 property values increased about 7% overall, with single-family homes up 5% to an average of $613,800, and the public disclosure period ended September 12 with only one inquiry.

• Approved regular and executive session minutes of August 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Month End Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Abatements for August 2024
• Approved FY2025 Preliminary LA4 Report for DLS
• Approved CP1 Form FY2024 (CPA abatements) for DLS
• Approved bills payable invoice to Catalis
• Approved FY2025 Real Estate Tax Exemption applications for Veteran and Senior applicants (executive session)
• Approved FY2025 CPA Surcharge Abatement applications (executive session)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to receive an update regarding the Winslow School. The agenda also includes time for new and old business.

• Winslow School update

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on three items, including a large sewer line expansion from Frost Rd to Pawtucket Blvd, an after-the-fact garage at 21 Chestnut Rd, and a Sportsman Club retaining wall replacement. Additional items include enforcement orders, a permit extension, and a certificate of compliance. All hearings were continued from August 27, 2024.

• Phase 1E Sewer Project: installation of ~23,000 ft gravity sewer, 4,000 ft low-pressure sewer, 2,000 ft force main, and one new pump station on multiple streets
• 21 Chestnut Rd: After-the-fact Notice of Intent for a 33' x 24' garage with in-law apartment within the 200ft Riverfront Buffer Zone
• 90 Westford Rd: Tyngsborough Sportsman Club seeks permit to replace wooden retaining wall with concrete block wall, install canopy, boardwalk, replace shed, and remove invasive species
• Permit extension request for 406 & 424 Middlesex Rd (stormwater management and tree clearing permits, DEP#309-0987)
• Certificate of compliance request for 3 Maryland Dr (DEP#309-0978)

The Tyngsborough Conservation Commission approved a 3-year extension for the Order of Conditions, Stormwater Management Permit, and Tree Clearing Permit for 406, 424 & 440 Middlesex Rd., with a new expiration date of 9/10/2028. The commission also issued a Certificate of Compliance for 3 Maryland Dr. and continued several public hearings, including the Phase 1E sewer project and the 90 Westford Rd. Sportsman Club application, to September 24, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 3-year permit extension for 406, 424 & 440 Middlesex Rd. (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 3 Maryland Dr. (6-0)
• Continued 21 Chestnut Rd. hearing to September 24, 2024 (6-0)
• Continued 90 Westford Rd. hearing to September 24, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued Phase 1E sewer project hearing to September 24, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 (5-0-1)

School Committee

The Tyngsborough School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss revisions to Title IX policy and a town flag policy. These are discussion items; no final decisions are expected at this subcommittee level.

• Title IX Revisions – proposed changes to school policies regarding sex-based discrimination.
• Town of Tyngsborough flag policy discussion – possible update to display rules.

School Committee

The Tyngsboro School Committee will hear notifications of new hires, resignations, and retirement. Updates on the MSBA building project and teaching/learning will be presented, and policies will be discussed. Routine approvals and a student presentation are also on the agenda.

• Notification of new hire: Kathleen Valdina as TES Physical Education Teacher
• Notification of resignation: Marica Johnson (TES paraprofessional, 2+ years) and Katie LaRochelle (TES)
• Notification of intent to retire: C. West (THS paraprofessional, 25+ years)
• MSBA update on school building project
• Presentation of policies

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee will discuss proposed updates to the Sign Bylaw and may vote to recommend changes to Town Meeting. They will also approve minutes from the August 13 meeting.

• Discussion and potential vote on updates to the Sign Bylaw
• Possible recommendation to Town Meeting
• Approval of August 13, 2024 meeting minutes

The Tyngsboro Zoning Review Committee voted 5-0 to submit the discussed zoning changes, including a sign bylaw and related definition, to the Planning Board as a warrant article for the October 22, 2024 Town Meeting. The committee also approved the August 13, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed minor typo corrections and clarifications to the bylaw, such as changing 'limited access highway' to 'roadway' and adding a billboard definition to the EMC section.

• Approved August 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Voted to submit sign bylaw and definition changes to Planning Board as warrant article for October 22, 2024 Town Meeting (5-0)

Select Board

The Tyngsborough Select Board will consider approving minutes from August 26, hear citizen comments, and receive the Town Manager's report. New business includes reviewing the Fall Town Meeting warrant, the FY26 capital and operating budget schedule, a modification of outdoor seating at Epigram Brewery (394 Middlesex Road), and a Council on Aging appointment. The board will also enter executive session to discuss strategy related to a pending lawsuit involving the Planning Board and a dispatch union.

• Modification of outdoor seating at Epigram Brewery (394 Middlesex Road)
• Open and review Fall Town Meeting warrant
• Review FY26 Capital & Operating Budget Schedule
• Appointment to the Council on Aging
• Executive session for litigation strategy: MassCOP Local 517 Dispatch Union & Michael Ferris et al v. Tyngsborough Planning Board

The Tyngsboro Select Board approved a modification to Epigram Brewery Co.'s license to expand outdoor seating into front and rear parking lot areas for events, with specified hours. The board also opened the Fall Town Meeting warrant, appointed Cheri Meuse to the Council on Aging, and approved prior meeting minutes. In executive session, the board accepted a union contract and authorized legal counsel for the Planning Board.

• Approved Epigram Brewery outdoor seating expansion (4-0)
• Opened Fall Town Meeting warrant for October 22, 2024 (4-0)
• Appointed Cheri Meuse to Council on Aging (4-0)
• Approved August 26, 2024 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved August 26, 2024 executive session minutes, not released (3-0-1)
• Accepted MassCOP Local 517 Dispatch Union contract (4-0)
• Authorized Town Counsel to defend Planning Board in Ferris case (4-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss permit renewals and continue deliberations on private well regulations. The board will also review the Director's notes and approve minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting.

• Permit renewal discussion
• Private well regulations (continued)
• Approval of August 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Tyngsborough Board of Health voted unanimously to adopt a permit renewal regulation imposing a $100 per week surcharge for the first two weeks after the December 31st deadline, with closure of the establishment if the application is not submitted after the second week. The board also tabled the Private Well Regulations discussion until the next meeting to allow more review time. The minutes from August 12, 2024 were approved as written.

• Adopted permit renewal regulation with $100/week surcharge for first two weeks after Dec 31 deadline, closure after second week (3-0)
• Tabled Private Well Regulations discussion until next meeting (3-0)
• Approved August 12, 2024 meeting minutes as written (3-0)

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability is meeting to discuss accessibility upgrades and voter access. The body will also address commission reorganization and membership increases.

• Camp Kiwanis accessibility upgrades for Girl Scout Project
• Request for membership increase
• Fall MOD Grant
• November Election voter accessibility
• Commission reorganization

The Commission on Disability voted 4-0 to support a Girl Scout Gold Award project to build accessible picnic tables at Long Pond Shores/Camp Kiwanis. They also voted to table commission reorganization until the next meeting when more members are present. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussions or updates.

• Supported Camp Kiwanis accessibility upgrades for Girl Scout project (4-0)
• Tabled commission reorganization until next meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:40 PM (4-0)

Planning Board

The Tyngsborough Planning Board is meeting to discuss an ANR plan for 198 & 200 Sherburne Ave., a request for a two-year extension of a special permit for 406 & 424 Middlesex Rd., and a public hearing for a special permit under Section 9.3 (Temporary Independent Living Quarters) for a 28'x28' addition at 11 Jacques Rd. The board will also approve minutes from August 1, 2024, and handle new and old business.

• ANR plan for 198 & 200 Sherburne Ave.
• Request for 2-year extension of special permit for 406 & 424 Middlesex Rd. (issued Sept. 14, 2022)
• Public hearing for Tim & Jenn Wilson's special permit under Section 9.3 (TILQ) for a 28'x28' addition at 11 Jacques Rd.
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2024
• New and old business items

The Tyngsboro Planning Board approved a 1-year extension (4-1) for the special permit at 406 & 424 Middlesex Rd., originally issued September 14, 2022, now expiring September 14, 2025. The board also approved a special permit for a temporary independent living quarters (TILQ) at 11 Jacques Rd. (5-0) and continued the ANR plan for 198 & 200 Sherburne Ave. to September 19, 2024. Minutes from August 1, 2024 were approved as written.

• Granted 1-year extension to special permit for 406 & 424 Middlesex Rd., expiring 9/14/2025 (4-1)
• Approved special permit for TILQ at 11 Jacques Rd. per certified plot plan dated 9/3/2024 (5-0)
• Continued ANR plan for 198 & 200 Sherburne Ave. to 9/19/24 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2024 as written (5-0)

Tyngsborough Housing Authority

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and payment approvals. The only notable discussion item is an update on Colburn Road construction under old business. No major votes or financial decisions are listed.

• Colburn Road construction update (old business)
• Approval of minutes from June 20 and July 24, 2024
• Treasurer's report (fee accountant to provide next month)
• Consideration of approving payments
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 25 at Red Pine Terrace

Tyngsborough Housing Authority

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority is meeting for a regular session. Items include approval of past meeting minutes, a treasurer's report deferred to next month, and consideration of payments. The board will receive an update on Colburn Road construction and discuss reorganization of the board. Public participation is also included.

• Colburn Road construction update (old business)
• Reorganization of the Board (new business)
• Approval of payments
• Accept minutes of June 20 and July 24, 2024 meetings
• Treasurer's report deferred to next month

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority approved a $257,442 amendment to the CFA agreement for project 301061, and unanimously approved the July 2024 accounts payable and payroll. The board also approved the June and July meeting minutes and the Executive Director's report. No other substantive decisions were made; the board postponed reorganization to the next meeting due to absences.

• Approved CFA amendment for project 301061 in the amount of $257,442 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll for July 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved June 20, 2024 and July 24, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director's report (unanimous)
• Postponed board reorganization to next meeting (unanimous)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees and the Policy Subcommittee are meeting to conduct a review of policies.

• Review of policies

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold five public hearings, several continued from August 13, including after-the-fact notices for a patio, a garage within a riverfront buffer, and a home rebuild. The agenda also includes a commission determination for a parking lot repave, enforcement order, certificates of compliance, and a new forest cutting plan discussion.

• 222 Massapoag Rd – after-the-fact Notice of Intent for a 12x12 patio, retaining wall, and steps
• 21 Chestnut Rd – after-the-fact Notice of Intent for a 33x24 garage with in-law apartment in the 200ft Riverfront Buffer Zone
• 59 Althea Ave – Notice of Intent to raze and rebuild a single-family dwelling with stormwater management
• Scribner Road Culvert – Notice of Intent for replacement of collapsed 12-inch corrugated metal pipe and headwalls
• Kendall Rd – Forest Cutting Plan for 14 acres south of Locust Pond (new business)

Select Board

The Tyngsboro Select Board will hold public hearings on liquor license applications for The Lottery Outlet LLC and Academy of Notre Dame's homecoming event. They will review a needs and conditions assessment for the police and fire departments, consider a building permit fee waiver for 44 Old Tyng Road Unit 3, and ratify a three-year collective bargaining agreement with NEPBA Local 8B. The board also plans to appoint representatives to a police chief interview panel and discuss power outages with National Grid.

• Public hearing on wine & malt beverage package store application for The Lottery Outlet LLC dba The Players Club
• Public hearing on one-day liquor license for Academy of Notre Dame Homecoming
• Review of Police & Fire Department Needs & Conditions Assessment
• Waiver request for building permit fees at 44 Old Tyng Road Unit 3
• Ratification of NEPBA Local 8B Collective Bargaining Agreement for FY25-FY27

The Tyngsboro Select Board approved a wine and malt package store license for The Lottery Outlet LLC dba The Players Club at 425 Middlesex Road, a one-day beer and wine license for the Academy of Notre Dame Homecoming, and a collective bargaining agreement with NEPBA Local 8B for FY25-FY27. They also extended the deadline for Toll Brothers to install drainage structures at the Sherburne Ave Rec Parcel to January 1, 2025, and appointed Selectpersons Moran and Keohane to the Police Chief Interview Panel. The board discussed power outage reliability with National Grid and reviewed a facilities assessment for police and fire departments, but took no action on those items.

• Approved wine and malt package store license for The Lottery Outlet LLC dba The Players Club at 425 Middlesex Road (4-0)
• Approved one-day beer and wine license for Academy of Notre Dame Homecoming on Sept 28, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved MOA with NEPBA Local 8B for FY25-FY27 (4-0)
• Extended Toll Brothers agreement deadline for drainage structures to Jan 1, 2025 (4-0)
• Appointed Selectpersons Moran and Keohane to Police Chief Interview Panel (4-0)
• Approved regular and executive session minutes of Aug 12, 2024 (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and approve monthly abatement reports for July 2024, including motor vehicle, real estate, personal property, and sewer betterment. They will also approve the revised FY2025 preliminary real estate commitment and warrant, and Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #4. New business includes FY2025 affordable housing values and an update on DLS certification. An executive session is scheduled for discussion of personal exemptions and abatement applications.

• Month End Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Abatements for July 2024 (FY2025)
• Month End Real Estate Tax Abatement for July 2024 (FY2025)
• 2024 Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #4 for FY2025
• FY2025 Preliminary Real Estate Commitment to Accountant - Revised
• Executive Session for review of FY2025 Senior Tax Exemption and CPA Abatement Applications

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved increasing the Senior Work-off Program from 15 to 18 participants for FY2026, with a maximum of $27,000 allotted from Overlay funds. The board also approved several monthly tax abatement reports and commitments, and entered executive session to approve tax exemption and CPA abatement applications. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were updates on ongoing matters.

• Approved increase of Senior Work-off Program participants from 15 to 18 for FY2026 (unanimous)
• Approved monthly motor vehicle excise, real estate, personal property, CINC penalty, and sewer betterment abatement reports for July 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #4 for FY2025 to Accountant and Warrant to Tax Collector (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 Preliminary Real Estate Commitment to Accountant and Warrant to Tax Collector - Revised (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 Real Estate Tax Exemption applications for Veteran, Seniors, and Blind applicants in executive session (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 CPA Surcharge Abatement applications in executive session (unanimous)

Middle School Building Committee

The committee will review the project budget, approve invoices, and discuss construction progress. Members will also review the logistics plan for the school opening.

• Approval of Owner Change Order #5
• Review of possible scope additions (VE items/Alternate Works)
• Review of Construction Logistics Plan for the school opening
• Roster update

School Committee

The Tyngsboro School Committee will hold a regular meeting on August 20, 2024, at Tyngsborough High School. The agenda includes approval of minutes, citizen time, and personnel notifications including new hires and resignations. The committee will discuss unfinished business such as a Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) update and a Teaching and Learning update. New business includes a draft of Superintendent goals and review of FY24 Executive Session minutes for potential release.

• Personnel notifications: new hires (Samantha Dress, Victoria Ryder, Kyle Whitby) and resignations (Fiona Johnson, Dominic Sementelli - Facilities Manager, 4+ years)
• MSBA update on school building project
• Teaching and Learning update
• Draft of Superintendent goals for discussion
• Review/approval to release FY24 Executive Session minutes

Historical Commission

The Tyngsborough Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss new and old business. A key item is an update on the Winslow School. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Winslow School Update (no further detail provided in agenda)

The Tyngsboro Historical Commission met on August 20, 2024, and focused on preparations for the upcoming Block Party, including packaging coins, finalizing a survey layout, and reviewing the coverage schedule and materials. The commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will discuss solid waste reduction initiatives, including scheduling Repair Cafés and Zero Waste Day for FY25, and setting goals for trash and recycling tonnage. They will also plan education and outreach efforts such as the Health and Safety Fair, the Recycling Dividends Program, and a sustainability movie series. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Repair Café scheduling for FY25 on October 26
• Zero Waste Day planning for November 2
• Trash and Recycling Tonnage Tracking FY24 wrap-up and FY25 goal setting
• Health and Safety Fair on September 21, 2024 at Tyngsboro Elementary School
• Recycling Dividends Program history and FY25 funding requests

The Tyngsboro Sustainability Committee approved a 3% reduction goal for total waste tonnage in FY25, after FY24 saw increases in both recycling and trash tonnage. They also scheduled Repair Café and Zero Waste Day events, discussed adding rigid plastics collection, and approved the June 18, 2024 meeting minutes. The meeting was adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved FY25 goal of 3% reduction in total waste tonnage
• Scheduled Repair Café for October 26, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• Scheduled Zero Waste Day for November 2, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at TES
• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

School Committee

The Tyngsborough Public Schools Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to review the superintendent's draft goals for fiscal year 2025. The agenda also includes a call to order and adjournment.

• Review of Superintendent's FY25 draft goals

School Committee

The Tyngsborough Public Schools Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee is meeting to review the draft goals for the Superintendent for fiscal year 2025.

• Review of Superintendent’s FY25 draft goals

Conservation Commission

The Tyngsborough Conservation Commission will hold six public hearings, including after-the-fact notices for a patio and retaining wall at 222 Massapoag Rd. and a garage with in-law apartment at 21 Chestnut Rd. Other hearings involve a septic system replacement, a retaining wall, a raze and rebuild of a dwelling, and invasive species removal. The commission will also consider an enforcement order, an extension request, and approval of minutes.

• After-the-fact Notice of Intent for 12'x12' patio and retaining wall at 222 Massapoag Rd. (DEP#309-1020)
• After-the-fact Notice of Intent for garage with in-law apartment at 21 Chestnut Rd. (DEP#309-1019)
• Notice of Intent and Stormwater Management Permit to raze and rebuild dwelling at 59 Althea Ave.
• Notice of Intent for retaining wall replacement and invasive species removal at 90 Westford Rd. (Tyngsborough Sportsman Club)
• Request for Extension to Order of Conditions for Upper Massapoag Aquatic Treatment (DEP#309-0916)

The Tyngsborough Conservation Commission approved two Negative Determinations of Applicability, allowing a failed septic system replacement at 19 Lawndale Rd. and a retaining wall repair at 212 Massapoag Rd. to proceed without further review. The Commission also issued a 3-year extension for the Upper Massapoag aquatic weed management Order of Conditions, and continued several other hearings to August 27, 2024.

• Approved Negative Determination for 19 Lawndale Rd. septic replacement (5-0)
• Approved Negative Determination for 212 Massapoag Rd. retaining wall (4-0)
• Issued 3-year extension for Upper Massapoag weed management Order of Conditions, expiring 8/13/2027 (4-0)
• Continued 222 Massapoag Rd. after-the-fact Notice of Intent to Aug 27 (4-0)
• Continued 21 Chestnut Rd. after-the-fact Notice of Intent to Aug 27 (4-0)
• Continued 59 Althea Ave. Notice of Intent to Aug 27 (4-0)
• Continued 90 Westford Rd. Sportsman Club Notice of Intent to Aug 27 (4-0)
• Approved minutes for July 23, 2024 (6-0)

Zoning Review Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the sign bylaw and review parcels along Route 3. They will also consider approving minutes from June 11 and set a date for the next meeting. This is a discussion-only session with no votes on ordinances or contracts.

• Discuss updates on Sign Bylaw
• Review parcels along Route 3
• Approve June 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Tyngsboro Zoning Review Committee met on August 13, 2024, and approved the June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0). The committee discussed updates to the sign bylaw, including building code references, double signs, holiday/business open signs and flags, and billboard restrictions, but took no formal votes on these items. The next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024.

• Approved June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:04 PM (5-0)

Select Board

The Tyngsboro Select Board will hold a continued public hearing on a right of first refusal at 84 Kendall Road and consider several new business items. Key decisions include approving a Host Community Agreement with Dreamfields Massachusetts One, d/b/a Jeeter, at 18 Progress Avenue, a cable agreement with Comcast, a police chief profile for posting, and a request to rename the Council on Aging to the Center for Active Living. The board will also review meeting minutes and hear citizen comments.

• Continued public hearing on right of first refusal at 84 Kendall Road
• Host Community Agreement with Dreamfields Massachusetts One (Jeeter) at 18 Progress Avenue
• Review and approval of Police Chief profile for posting
• Cable Agreement with Comcast
• Request to rename Council on Aging to Center for Active Living

The Select Board approved a development agreement for 84 Kendall Road, including a $12,500 annual donation for Flint Pond treatment, and waived its right of first refusal. The board also renamed the Senior Center to the Center for Active Living, approved a new Host Community Agreement with Jeeter, approved a police chief profile, and accepted a 10-year Comcast cable agreement. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved development agreement for 84 Kendall Road (3-0)
• Waived right of first refusal for 84 Kendall Road (3-0)
• Renamed Council on Aging/Senior Center to Center for Active Living (3-0)
• Approved Host Community Agreement with Dreamfields Massachusetts One dba Jeeter (3-0)
• Approved police chief profile for posting (3-0)
• Accepted 10-year Comcast cable license (3-0)
• Approved NEPBA Local 8B contract in executive session (3-0)

Board of Health

The Tyngsborough Board of Health meeting on August 12, 2024 includes public hearings on a variance request for 19 Lawndale Road and a body art apprenticeship application from Art of Creation. The board will also discuss Directors Notes, approve meeting minutes from April through July 2024, and hear citizen/business comments. New and old business items may be discussed as permitted.

• Hearing on variance request at 19 Lawndale Rd
• Hearing on Art of Creation Body Art Apprenticeship Application
• Approval of minutes from April 8, May 13, June 10, and July 15, 2024
• Citizen/Business Time for public comment
• Directors Notes update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a variance and special permit to construct a second-floor addition to an existing dwelling at 237 Pawtucket Blvd. The board will also review minutes from July 11, 2024, and discuss new or old business.

• Public hearing for Fred & Stacy Webster: variance under Section 5.5 (lot size, side & rear yard setbacks) and special permit under Sections 6.2 & 6.3 (changes/extensions to a residential dwelling) for a 2nd floor addition at 237 Pawtucket Blvd. (Map 34, Parcel 27-0) in an R-1 Zoning District.
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2024.
• New business topics not reasonably anticipated by the chairman.
• Old business (none listed).

The Tyngsborough Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance and special permit for Fred and Stacy Webster to construct a second-floor addition to their existing home at 237 Pawtucket Blvd. The variance covers lot size, frontage, and side/rear yard setbacks, and the special permit allows the addition under the zoning bylaws. The board also approved the minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting.

• Approved variance for lot size, frontage, and setbacks at 237 Pawtucket Blvd. (5-0)
• Approved special permit for 2nd-floor addition at 237 Pawtucket Blvd. (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 11, 2024 (5-0)

Sewer Commission

The Tyngsboro Sewer Commission will meet to discuss several ongoing sewer projects and developments, including a proposed project at 84 Kendall Road, the Toll Brothers Enclave, Flint's Corner, and Phase I West sites. The commission will also enter executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits: Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough and Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust. Additionally, they will review and approve meeting minutes and bills warrants.

• Discussion on proposed project at 84 Kendall Road
• Update on Toll Brothers Enclave Project
• Discussion on Flint's Corner Development
• Phase I West discussion including 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Executive session for pending litigation (Plaza at Pondview Place and Vesper-Country Club cases)

School Committee

The School Committee will approve minutes from previous meetings, receive updates on the MSBA project and teaching/learning, and assign subcommittee roles for the 2024/2025 school year. Personnel changes include new hires and resignations for several positions.

• Approval of minutes from June 11 and June 17, 2024 School Committee and Executive Session meetings.
• New hires: CodyFace (TMSS Special Education Teacher), Rachel Leo, Kendra Milne, and Kellen Nara Saints (paraprofessionals).
• Resignations: Hailey Denisevich, Julie Kelly, Kayla O’Shea, Tara Pelletier, Diana Rogier (paraprofessionals and teachers).
• MSBA update on school building project.
• 2024/2025 School Committee Subcommittee Assignments.

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss new and old business. The agenda includes a specific update regarding the Winslow School.

• Winslow School update

The Tyngsboro Historical Commission met on August 6, 2024, and voted unanimously to pay for a banner. They also reviewed survey materials, finalized signage for the Block Party, and discussed Winslow School clean-up and repairs with Colin. The meeting minutes were accepted and the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved payment for banner (unanimous)
• Accepted meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold two continued public hearings: a special permit to convert second-floor office space into 7 residential apartments at 130 Middlesex Rd, and a modification to allow an 11,500 sq ft addition to a building at 500 Potash Hill Rd. The Board will also approve minutes and discuss drainage at Enclave.

• Special permit for conversion of second-floor office to 7 apartments at 130 Middlesex Rd (continued from July 18)
• Modification to existing special permit for 11,500 sq ft building addition at 500 Potash Hill Rd (Mass Crane)
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2024
• Discussion of Enclave drainage as old business

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a residential conversion of an office building and a commercial building addition. The board will also address drainage issues for Enclave.

• Special Permit for 130 Middlesex Rd. to convert 2nd floor office space to 7 residential apartments
• Special Permit modification for 500 Potash Hill Rd. (Mass Crane) for a 11,500 sq. ft. building addition
• Discussion of Enclave Drainage

The Tyngsborough Planning Board approved a modification to the special permit for 500 Potash Hill Rd. (Mass Crane) to allow an 11,500 sq. ft. addition to the existing building, with a 4-0 vote. The board denied a special permit for converting the second floor of 130 Middlesex Rd. into 7 residential apartments, with a 2-2 vote. The board also approved the minutes from July 18, 2024, and discussed ongoing drainage work at the Enclave development.

• Approved modification to special permit for 11,500 sq. ft. addition at 500 Potash Hill Rd. (Mass Crane) (4-0)
• Denied special permit for 7 residential apartments at 130 Middlesex Rd. (2-2)
• Approved minutes of July 18, 2024 (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold two continued public hearings: a special permit to convert second-floor office space into seven residential apartments at 130 Middlesex Rd., with associated parking and drainage improvements; and a modification to an existing special permit for an 11,500 sq. ft. addition to the Mass Crane building at 500 Potash Hill Rd. The board will also approve minutes from July 18 and discuss Enclave Drainage.

• Public hearing: Special Permit for combined business dwelling and parking/drainage at 130 Middlesex Rd.
• Public hearing: Modification to Special Permit for 11,500 sq. ft. addition at Mass Crane, 500 Potash Hill Rd.
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2024
• Old Business: Enclave Drainage discussion
• New Business: topics not anticipated by the Chairman

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings regarding licenses for Bawarchi Indian Cuisine and a management change at Olive Garden. The board will also discuss the process for filling the Police Chief vacancy and review cost estimates for the Winslow School Preservation Project.

• Public hearing: Right of First Refusal for 84 Kendall Road
• Public hearing: Liquor and entertainment licenses for Bawarchi Indian Cuisine at 18 Pondview Place
• Public hearing: Change of manager for Olive Garden at 422 Middlesex Road
• Review of initial cost estimates for Winslow School Preservation Project
• Review and approval of cable agreement with Comcast

The Select Board approved new All-Alcoholic Beverages, Weekday and Sunday Entertainment, and Common Victualler licenses for Lakshmidurga LLC dba Bawarchi Indian Cuisine at 18 Pondview Place, Unit 24, contingent on the Building Inspector approving the parking plan. The Board also approved a change of manager for Olive Garden at 422 Middlesex Road to Richard H. Swatton Jr. and supported the Town Manager's proposed search process to fill the Police Chief vacancy. The public hearing on the Right of First Refusal at 84 Kendall Road was continued to the August 12th meeting, and the Comcast cable agreement discussion was moved to that date as well.

• Approved liquor, entertainment, and victualler licenses for Bawarchi Indian Cuisine (5-0), contingent on parking plan approval
• Approved change of manager for Olive Garden to Richard H. Swatton Jr. (5-0)
• Supported Town Manager's search process for Police Chief vacancy (5-0)
• Continued Right of First Refusal hearing for 84 Kendall Road to August 12
• Moved Comcast cable agreement review to August 12 meeting
• Approved regular meeting minutes of July 8, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved but not released executive session minutes of July 8, 2024 (4-0-1)
• Approved sale of property in Recco case during executive session (5-0)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Tyngsborough Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to review and approve minutes from April 25, 2024, and discuss the status of previous Housing Production Plan (HPP) goals. No votes on funding or new projects are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Review/approve April 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of previous HPP goals and status
• Open forum for public comment

The Trust discussed previous Housing Production Plan goals with NMCOG, confirming priorities and engagement plans, but took no formal votes. The April 25, 2024 meeting minutes were tabled until the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled approval of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussed and provided feedback on Housing Production Plan goals and priorities
• Discussed public engagement plan; no comments received

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will meet to review minutes and hear from citizens. The primary agenda item is the delegation of tasks for a block party.

• Delegation of tasks for block party

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will hold a regular meeting on July 24, 2024, at 6:30 PM at the Ironwood Clubhouse. The main agenda item is new business regarding delegation of tasks for a block party. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, citizen's time, and setting the next agenda.

• Block Party delegation of tasks discussed as new business

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to endorse updates to the regional transportation improvement program and a safety plan. The body will also review a language assistance plan based on 2020 Census data.

• FFY 2024-2028 TIP Amendment 4 (Vote Required)
• FFY 2024-2028 TIP Amendment 5 (Vote Required)
• Greater Lowell Vision Zero Plan (Vote Required)
• Title VI Program Update: Language Assistance Plan (Vote Required)
• Presentation of the 2022 Traffic Volume Report

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will meet to review minutes and hear from citizens. The primary agenda item is the delegation of tasks for a Block Party.

• Delegation of tasks for Block Party

The Tyngsboro Recreation Committee met on July 24, 2024, and approved the May 8, 2024 minutes as written (6-0-3). The main focus was detailed planning for the upcoming Block Party, including gate assignments, vendor logistics, wristband procedures, and volunteer needs. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily organizational.

• Approved May 8, 2024 minutes as written (6-0-3)
• Scheduled pre-event meeting for August 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM
• Set Block Party gate management assignments (Phil Culver to manage gates)
• Confirmed no entrance fee after 6 PM and no political campaigning at event
• Designated First Amendment area in front of Littlefield Library
• Approved purchase discussion for money counter (to ask Martha)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0-0)

Tyngsborough Housing Authority

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting on July 24, 2024, to consider approving the 2024/2025 budget and vote on a CFA amendment for the fire alarm project (301059). The board will also discuss payments to the previous executive director for capital funds projects and appoint a CPC representative.

• Approve 2024/2025 budget
• Vote on payments to previous Executive Director for Capital Funds projects
• Vote on CFA amendment for fire alarm project (301059)
• Appointment of CPC representative
• Reorganization of board

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority approved the 2024/2025 budgets for the 4001, 689, and MRVP programs, and also approved a CFA amendment for fire alarm upgrades. A payment to the previous executive director was approved 2-1, with Commissioner Lampron opposed. The June meeting minutes were tabled for review at the August meeting.

• Approved 2024/2025 budgets for 4001, 689, and MRVP programs (unanimous)
• Approved CFA amendment for fire alarm panel upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $862.50 to previous executive director (2-1, Lampron opposed)
• Approved accountant's report for June 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved payables and payroll for June 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved payments (unanimous)
• Approved May 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reappointed John Pelletier as CPC representative (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Tyngsboro Conservation Commission will hold continued public hearings on two after-the-fact Notices of Intent: one for a patio, retaining wall, and steps at 222 Massapoag Rd, and another for a garage with an in-law apartment within the 200-ft riverfront buffer zone at 21 Chestnut Rd. The agenda also includes an enforcement order at 23 Chestnut Rd, extension requests for orders of conditions at 50 Westford Rd and Lake Massapoag Rod & Gun Club, and administrative items such as a beaver emergency permit and meadow mowing discussion.

• Public hearing – after-the-fact NOI for 222 Massapoag Rd: 12'x12' patio, 16'x40" retaining wall, granite steps
• Public hearing – after-the-fact NOI for 21 Chestnut Rd: 33'x24' garage with in-law apartment in riverfront buffer zone
• Enforcement order at 23 Chestnut Rd
• Extension to Order of Conditions at 50 Westford Rd (DEP# 309-0958, issued 7/14/2021)
• Extension to Order of Conditions for Lake Massapoag Rod & Gun Club (DEP# 309-0827, last extension 7/12/2016)

The Tyngsboro Conservation Commission approved 3-year extensions to Orders of Conditions for the BAPS organization at 50 Westford Rd. and for Lake Massapoag weed management, both expiring in July 2027. Two public hearings for after-the-fact notices of intent were continued to August 13, 2024. The commission also approved the July 9, 2024 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved 3-year extension for 50 Westford Rd. Order of Conditions, DEP# 309-0958, expiring July 23, 2027 (6-0)
• Approved 3-year extension for Lake Massapoag weed management, DEP# 309-0827, expiring July 24, 2027 (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for 222 Massapoag Rd. after-the-fact notice of intent to August 13, 2024 (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for 21 Chestnut Rd. after-the-fact notice of intent to August 13, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 as written (6-0)

Historical Commission

The Tyngsborough Historical Commission will consider appointing a representative to the Master Plan Implementation Committee and receive an update on the Winslow School. No other substantive actions are scheduled.

• Appointment of a representative to the Master Plan Implementation Committee
• Update on the Winslow School

The Tyngsboro Historical Commission met on July 23, 2024, and reviewed banner and survey materials for the Block Party, discussed Winslow School space usage, and confirmed table coverage. The commission unanimously accepted the previous meeting's minutes and adjourned. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Accepted meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on three special permit requests: converting office space to seven apartments at 130 Middlesex Rd., a temporary independent living quarters at 42 Joco Dr., and an 11,500 sq. ft. building addition at 500 Potash Hill Rd. They will also review an ANR plan at 31 Tyng Rd., a building-footprint modification at the 440 Shopping Plaza, and offer comment on a liquor license for Bawarchi Indian Cuisine. Administrative items include approving June 6 minutes and appointing representatives to the Zoning Review and Master Plan Implementation Committees.

• 130 Middlesex Rd. – Special permit to convert 2nd-floor office to 7 residential apartments
• 42 Joco Dr. – Special permit for a 1,001 sq. ft. temporary independent living quarters addition
• 500 Potash Hill Rd. (Mass Crane) – Modification for an 11,500 sq. ft. addition to existing 40,250 sq. ft. building
• 31 Tyng Rd. – ANR plan to create non-buildable parcel
• 440 Shopping Plaza (440 Middlesex Rd.) – Request to adjust building footprint for new tenant

The Tyngsborough Planning Board approved a special permit for a temporary independent living quarters (TILQ) at 42 Joco Dr., allowing a 1,001 sq. ft. addition for a family member. The board also endorsed an ANR plan for 31 Tyng Rd., approved a building footprint modification at 440 Middlesex Rd., and continued hearings on other projects.

• Approved special permit for TILQ at 42 Joco Dr. (5-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for 31 Tyng Rd. (4-0)
• Approved insubstantial modification at 440 Middlesex Rd. (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 130 Middlesex Rd. to Aug. 1 (5-0)
• Continued hearing for 500 Potash Hill Rd. to Aug. 1 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 6, 2024 (4-0)
• Nominated Chaz Doughty and Jeremy Baldwin to Zoning Review Committee (4-0)
• Nominated Kimberly O’Brien to Master Plan Implementation Committee (4-0)

Tyngsborough Water District

The Tyngsborough Water District will hold a meeting to discuss filling an open Water Commissioner seat, reorganizing the board, and reviewing a DEP grant for 18 Pondview Place. Other items include personnel policy updates, cell phone reimbursement, and an easement at 93 Kendall Road. The board will also consider extra coverage compensation and stone installation at Dave's Tank and Pawtucket Pump Station.

• Open Water Commissioner seat
• DEP Grant — 18 Pondview Place
• 93 Kendall Road — Easement discussion
• River Road — test wells
• Personnel Policy — longevity and cell phone reimbursement

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG) will hold a regular meeting on July 17, 2024, via Zoom. Votes are scheduled on an assistant clerk vacancy, meeting minutes, a financial report and warrant, and a bylaw amendment concerning nominations and elections. The agenda also includes a community exchange period and announcements about future meetings.

• Vote on bylaw amendment for nominations and elections
• Vote to fill officer vacancy for assistant clerk
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 22 and June 13, 2024
• Financial report and warrant approval
• Upcoming NMCOG annual meeting on October 16, 2024 (in person)

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments will hold a regular meeting on July 17, 2024, with votes on filling an Assistant Clerk vacancy, approving prior meeting minutes, a financial report, and a bylaw amendment regarding nominations and elections. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Vote to fill Assistant Clerk vacancy
• Vote to approve minutes from May 22 and June 13, 2024 meetings
• Vote on financial report and warrant
• Vote on bylaw amendment for nominations and elections

Board of Library Trustees

The Tyngsboro Board of Library Trustees will meet on July 16, 2024, at the library. They will hear public comments, review minutes, and receive reports from the director and treasurer. Old business includes reviewing subcommittees and trust investments. New business includes assigning stakeholder interviews for the director evaluation, reviewing a draft quarterly update, and discussing a trustee job description.

• Review of subcommittees: Finance & Budget, Policy, Personnel, Long Range Planning, Legal, Preservation
• Discussion of trust investments
• Director evaluation stakeholder interview assignments
• Draft quarterly update review
• Trustee job description discussion

Board of Health

The Tyngsborough Board of Health will meet to conduct a hearing regarding the Dracut Water Supply. The board will also review meeting minutes from April, May, and June 2024.

• Hearing: Dracut Water Supply
• Approval of April 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of May 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a 1,001 sq. ft. in-law addition at 42 Joco Dr. The board will also approve minutes from the June 6 meeting and discuss an appointment to the Zoning Review Committee.

• Variance request for a 1,001 sq. ft. in-law addition at 42 Joco Dr.
• Approval of June 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• ZBA appointment to the Zoning Review Committee

Sewer Commission

The Tyngsboro Sewer Commission will discuss sewer capacity and several development-related items, including 130 Middlesex Road and Flint’s Corner Development. The meeting also includes reviews of the Asset Management Plan and the I/I Program. Additionally, the commission will meet in executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Change of use discussion for 130 Middlesex Road regarding additional capacity
• Discussion of a new building at 501 Potash Hill Road
• Review of Sign Amendment #11 for engineering review account
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 13, 2024

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Metropolitan Planning Organization is hosting a public comment meeting regarding amendments to the 2024-2028 Draft Transportation Improvement Program. The session includes discussions on bridge replacement and transit vehicle acquisitions.

• Replacement of the Rourke Bridge in Lowell (Project #607887)
• Yankee Doodle Bike Path project (Project #608227)
• Transit vehicle purchase (Project #LRTA011869)
• Purchase of a fixed route hybrid-electric bus (Project #LRTA011635)

Board of Assessors

The Board will review June 2024 reports for motor vehicle, real estate, and sewer abatements. The meeting includes processing voluntary tax payments to MIT and the Dracut Water Department. Members will also discuss preliminary FY2025 warrants for various taxes and liens.

• FY2024 Senior Tax Exemption Denial
• FY2025 preliminary real estate and personal property warrants
• June 2024 motor vehicle excise tax abatement reports
• Voluntary tax payments to MIT and Dracut Water Department
• Review of 435 Middlesex Road tractor trailer matter

Finance Committee

The Tyngsboro Finance Committee will meet to review the minutes from the April 24, 2024, meeting. The committee will also review and approve year-end transfers.

• Approval of April 24, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review/approval of year-end transfers

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review tree removal requests near Lake Mascuppic and a certificate of compliance for 185 Pawtucket Blvd. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a garage at 21 Chestnut Road. The hearing for 222 Massapoag Rd has been continued to July 23, 2024.

• Garage and in-law apartment proposal at 21 Chestnut Rd
• Tree removal and pruning near Lake Mascuppic
• Certificate of Compliance for 185 Pawtucket Blvd
• Enforcement order for 23 Chestnut Rd

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss old business and provide an update regarding Winslow School. The commission also intends to appoint a representative for the Master Plan Implementation Committee.

• Appoint Representative for the Master Plan Implementation Committee
• Winslow School Update

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee will review meeting minutes from June 11, 2024. The committee is also scheduled to discuss updates to the Sign Bylaw, specifically reviewing parcels located along Route 3.

• Review of June 11, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding Sign Bylaw updates for parcels along Route 3

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct public hearings regarding a license modification for LaSanta at 386 Middlesex Rd and a right of first refusal at 84 Kendall Road. The board will also review year-end transfers, housing production plan goals, and committee appointments. Additionally, the agenda includes the ratification of a collective bargaining agreement.

• Public hearing for outdoor dining license modification at LaSanta, 386 Middlesex Rd
• Continued public hearing for Right of First Refusal at 84 Kendall Road
• Ratification of NEPBA Local 8A collective bargaining agreement
• Review and approval of year-end transfers
• Appointments to the Zoning Review Committee and Recreation Committee

Lowell Regional Transit Authority

The Lowell Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board will meet on June 27, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation of the FY2025 budget and a review of the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan. The board will also elect officers and set the meeting schedule for July and August.

• LRTA FY2025 Budget Presentation
• Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan
• Election of Officers
• Advisory Board Schedule (July and August recess)
• Acceptance of May 23, 2024 minutes

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

The Northern Middlesex Metropolitan Planning Organization will meet to review regional transportation programs and projects. The agenda includes votes to endorse the 2025 Unified Planning Work Program and release amendments for bridge replacement and vehicle purchases for public comment. Staff will also present studies on EV charging impacts on bridges and road conditions in Westford.

• Vote to endorse FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program
• Proposed amendment for Lowell-Rourke Bridge Replacement
• Proposed amendment for LRTA facility improvements and van purchases
• Study of weight and height restrictions on bridges for EV buses
• Route 110 and Tadmuck Road study presentation

Middle School Building Committee

The committee will review the project budget, approve invoices, and vote on Owner Change Order #4. The meeting also includes updates on construction progress and procurement processes for technology and equipment.

• Approval of May 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review and approval of Owner Change Order #4
• Review of FFE and technology procurement process and budget
• Construction progress and look-ahead updates
• Review of summer and fall construction logistics plan

Conservation Commission

The Tyngsboro Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a boardwalk and dock at 7 Roy Ave and a patio installation at 222 Massapoag Rd. The commission will also review tree removal and a paver patio installation.

• Public hearing for a boardwalk and floating dock at 7 Roy Ave
• Public hearing for a patio, retaining wall, and granite steps at 222 Massapoag Rd
• Determination on removing six trees at 17 Makos St
• Determination on installing a paver patio at 75 Mascuppic Tr
• Certificate of Compliance request for 14 Farwell Rd

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings regarding Parlee Farms license applications and the right of first refusal for 84 Kendall Road. The meeting also includes discussions on land use agreements, committee appointments, and town business.

• Public Hearing: Parlee Farms one-day alcohol and entertainment license applications
• Public Hearing: Right of First Refusal at 84 Kendall Road
• Vote to amend agreement with Toll Brothers regarding Sherburne Road Open Space
• Authorization of surplus auction for an old police patrol boat
• Review/approval of HCA – Jushi d/b/a Nature’s Remedy at 420 Middlesex Road

Tyngsborough Water District

The Tyngsborough Water District will discuss a vacancy for a Water Commissioner seat and several utility projects. Discussion topics include a DEP grant for 18 Pondview Place, test wells on River Road, and stone installation at Dave’s Tank/Pawtucket Pump Station.

• Open Water Commissioner seat
• DEP Grant — 18 Pondview Place
• River Road test wells
• Stone installation at Dave’s Tank / Pawtucket Pump Station

Tyngsborough Housing Authority

The Tyngsborough Housing Authority will consider approving payments and reviewing accountant's reports for April and May 2024. The board will also discuss the appointment of a new CPC representative.

• Acceptance of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of April and May 2024 accountant's reports
• Approval of May 2024 accounts payable and payroll
• Appointment of a new CPC representative

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review financial, circulation, and subcommittee reports. New business includes electing officers and reviewing job descriptions.

• Election of Officers
• Review of Job Descriptions
• Appointment of Director Signatory for Bills
• CPC Application
• Library July 4, 2025 Hours

Sustainability Committee

The committee will discuss solid waste reduction strategies, including scheduling Repair Cafes and Zero Waste Days for FY25. They will also review education and outreach initiatives such as the Health and Safety Fair. Additionally, the committee intends to reorganize its leadership roles for FY25.

• Scheduling Repair Cafes and Zero Waste Days for FY25
• Health and Safety Fair on September 21, 2024, at TES
• Reorganization of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for FY25
• Review of Trash and Recycling Tonnage Tracking

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the April 2024 minutes and receive a board member update. Discussions include the FY24 budget report, FY25 membership, and updates to the bylaws. The Director will also provide reports on building maintenance and NISC accreditation.

• FY24 budget report discussion
• Update to Bylaws
• Discussion of FY2025 membership
• Director's report on building maintenance and NISC accreditation

School Committee

The subcommittee will hold discussions regarding negotiations with Unit A. The agenda contains only this item and standard procedural motions.

• Negotiation discussions with Unit A

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will discuss various sewer projects, including Phase 2 and the I/I Program. The agenda also includes updates on development projects such as Toll Brothers-Enclave and Flint's Corner. Additionally, the commission will review minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting.

• Phase 2 Sewer Project discussion
• Discussion of 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Toll Brothers-Enclave Project and Flint's Corner Development updates
• Approval of May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding pending litigation involving Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for 42 Joco Dr. The applicants are seeking relief from right side yard setback requirements to construct a 1,001 sq. ft. in-law addition. The board will also review minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request for a 1,001 sq. ft. in-law addition at 42 Joco Dr.
• Approval of May 9, 2024 minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board will review minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting and process motor vehicle excise tax abatements. The agenda includes reorganizing the Board and re-appointing the Chief Assessor. The board will also consider a request regarding a Chapter 61 parcel at 84 Kendall Road.

• Re-appointment of Chief Assessor and Board reorganization
• Request to waive Right of First Refusal for 84 Kendall Road
• Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Abatements for May 2024
• Discussion regarding tractor trailers at 435 Middlesex Road
• Dracut Water Department voluntary tax payment

Recreation Committee

The committee will discuss updates to field regulations and new pricing structures for rentals. Members will also review block party task assignments and receive swim lesson updates.

• New pricing structures for field rentals
• Field regulation updates
• Block party progress and task delegation
• Swim lesson update
• Sherburne Open Space Committee discussion

Historical Commission

The Tyngsboro Historical Commission will meet to discuss new and old business. The provided agenda contains no specific details regarding the items for Winslow School or Littlefield Library.

• Winslow School
• Littlefield Library

School Committee

The Tyngsboro School Committee will elect new officers and process several personnel changes, including resignations and new hires. The committee is also scheduled to discuss a foodservice contract amendment with Whitsons New England.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Recording Secretary
• Notification of staff resignations and 2024/2025 new hires
• Foodservice contract amendment with Whitsons New England
• Superintendent evaluation and contract language revision

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee will discuss updates to the Sign Bylaw and the Table of Uses. The committee will also review minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting and discuss the future of the committee.

• Updates on Sign Bylaw
• Discussion of Table of Uses
• Review of May 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding the future of the Zoning Review Committee

Board of Health

The Tyngsboro Board of Health will meet on June 10, 2024, to conduct public hearings. The agenda includes a Body Art Permit hearing and a Serenity Spa Variance hearing. The board also plans to discuss reorganization and approve minutes from April and May 2024.

• Body Art Permit hearing
• Serenity Spa Variance hearing
• Board Reorganization
• Approval of April 8, 2024, and May 13, 2024, meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider an ANR application for 250 Middlesex Rd and a permit extension for 93 Kendall Rd. A public hearing regarding residential redevelopment at 130 Middlesex Rd has been postponed until June 20, 2024.

• ANR application for 250 Middlesex Rd
• Two-year permit extension request for 93 Kendall Rd
• Project status discussion for 147 Frost Rd (Bhakta Samaj)
• Postponement of 130 Middlesex Rd redevelopment hearing

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to reorganize its leadership roles and hold a joint meeting with the School Committee regarding a vacancy appointment. The agenda includes several votes on deeds, contracts, and appointments.

• Board Reorganization for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Clerk
• Joint Meeting with School Committee to consider vacancy appointment
• HCA Modification – Jushi Inc d/b/a Nature’s Remedy – 420 Middlesex Road
• Vote to Record Deed - Donated Open Space on Sherburne Ave
• Ratify Non-Union Contract Approvals for Police Chief, Deputy Police Chief, and Superintendent of Public Works

School Committee

The Tyngsborough Public Schools Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to discuss the Superintendent's evaluation. The meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2024, at Tyngsborough Town Hall.

• Discussion of Superintendent’s Evaluation

School Committee

The subcommittee will hold a meeting at the Tyngsborough Elementary School Cafeteria. The agenda includes an executive session.

• Executive Session

School Committee

The subcommittee will hold a meeting including an executive session. No specific discussion topics or business items are listed in the agenda.

School Committee

The subcommittee will hold a meeting including an executive session. No specific discussion topics or business items are listed in the agenda.

School Committee

The School Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Select Board. The primary action involves appointing a member to fill a vacant seat on the Negotiations Subcommittee.

• Appointment of vacant School Committee seat to the Negotiations Subcommittee

School Committee

The Tyngsboro Public Schools Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to discuss the superintendent's evaluation. The agenda is limited to this single discussion item.

• Discussion of Superintendent’s Evaluation

School Committee

The subcommittee will hold a meeting including an executive session. The agenda consists of procedural items for call to order and adjournment.

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a boardwalk and dock at 7 Roy Ave and a patio installation at 222 Massapoag Rd. Members will also consider replacing pavement with pavers at 67 Mascuppic Tr. The agenda includes discussions on property violations and haying RFPs.

• After-the-fact Notice of Intent for boardwalk and dock at 7 Roy Ave
• After-the-fact Notice of Intent for patio and retaining wall at 222 Massapoag Rd
• Request to replace pavement with paver patio at 67 Mascuppic Tr
• Review of violation at 4 Jasper Ln
• RFP for haying at Hunter Norton Property

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss new business regarding the Winslow School and the Littlefield Library. No specific votes or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Winslow School
• Discussion of Littlefield Library

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will discuss the Phase 2 Sewer Project and various old business items including the I/I Program and Asset Management Plan. The meeting includes executive sessions to discuss pending litigation involving Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC and Vesper-Country Club.

• Phase 2 Sewer Project
• Phase I West discussion regarding 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Toll Brothers-Enclave Project
• Flint’s Corner Development
• Litigation: Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission

School Committee

The Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee is meeting to review the progress the Superintendent has made toward established goals.

• Review of Superintendent’s progress towards goals

Planning Board

The Select Board, Planning Board, and Affordable Housing Trust will hold a joint meeting. The session serves as a kickoff meeting with the Northern Middlesex Council of Governments regarding the Housing Production Plan update.

• Housing Production Plan Update kick off with NMCOG

Affordable Housing Trust

The Select Board, Planning Board, and Affordable Housing Trust will hold a joint meeting. The session focuses on starting the Housing Production Plan update with the Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG).

• Housing Production Plan Update kick-off meeting with NMCOG

Select Board

The Select Board, Planning Board, and Affordable Housing Trust are holding a joint meeting. The session focuses on starting the Housing Production Plan update with the Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG).

• Housing Production Plan update kick-off meeting with NMCOG

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the FY24 budget report and discuss updates to the organization's bylaws. The board will also address the appointment of an interim chair and building maintenance.

• FY24 budget report
• Bylaw updates
• Interim Chair discussion
• NISC Accreditation
• Building maintenance

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will review the outcomes of recent town-wide cleanup and zero waste events. Members will discuss a proposal to support Amendment 464 regarding equipment funding and plan upcoming educational outreach for residents and school staff.

• Proposal for committee support of Amendment 464 for equipment funding
• Review of Trash and Recycling Tonnage Tracking
• Planning for End of Year Cleanout flyers for TPS school teachers and staff
• Discussion of the Recycling Dividends Program
• Review of April Town-Wide Cleanup, April 13 Repair Cafe, and May 11 Zero Waste Day

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review financial, circulation, and director reports. The meeting includes discussions regarding updates to the policy manual and trustee bylaws. The board will also review director goals for fiscal year 2025.

• Review of trustee bylaws
• Policy manual update
• Review of Director's goals for FY2025
• Financial and circulation reports
• Trust investments review

Sherburne Road Open Space Committee

The Sherburne Road Open Space Committee will meet to discuss final specifications. The meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2024, at the Tyngsborough Town Hall.

• Discussion of final specifications

School Committee

The committee will review the project budget, approve invoices, and consider Owner Change Order #3. Members will also receive updates on construction progress and the procurement process for furniture, fixtures, equipment (FFE), and technology.

• Approval of April 24, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of project budget, invoices, and commitments
• Owner Change Order #3
• Review of FFE and Technology procurement process
• Construction progress and look-ahead updates

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to address new and old business. The agenda specifically lists discussions regarding issues at the Littlefield Library and Winslow School.

• Littlefield Library and Winslow School issues

School Committee

The Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to review the Superintendent's progress regarding established goals. This meeting is a procedural component of the annual evaluation process.

• Review of Superintendent’s progress towards goals

Conservation Commission

The Tyngsboro Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on after-the-fact permit requests for a boardwalk at 7 Roy Ave and a patio with retaining wall at 222 Massapoag Rd, both continued from April 23. The commission will also vote on tree removal applications at two addresses, an above-ground pool expansion, and address environmental violations. These decisions determine whether private property modifications meet local conservation standards, which affects shoreline access and tree preservation for nearby homeowners.

• Public hearing for after-the-fact permit on a boardwalk and floating dock at 7 Roy Ave
• Public hearing for after-the-fact permit on a patio and retaining wall at 222 Massapoag Rd
• Commission vote to remove double pine trees at 17 Chestnut Rd
• Commission vote to remove four trees, prune others, and expand an above-ground pool at 8 Paddock Rd
• Review of environmental violations at 38 Elm St and 290 Massapoag Rd

School Committee

The committee will review personnel changes including new hires, retirements, and resignations. The agenda also includes updates on the MSBA and Valley Collaborative, as well as the appointment of a new student representative.

• New hire: Kelle Bartels, TES Administrative Assistant
• New hire: Sydney Fagundes, DWEL Teacher FY25
• Retirement notification: Caroline Lord, TMS Paraprofessional
• Resignation notification: Etasha Fernandes, TES Paraprofessional
• Valley Collaborative FY25 Board Member Appointment

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee will meet to discuss the town's Sign Bylaw. The committee will also discuss next steps and future discussion items.

• Discussion of Sign Bylaw

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will meet to confirm membership changes and a project related to a MOD Grant. The body will also review reports from the Council on Aging.

• Confirmation of MOD Grant project
• Confirmation of Commission membership changes
• Report from the Council on Aging

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct public hearings regarding a variance request for 333 Westford Rd. and a body art variance request. The meeting also includes the review and approval of minutes from April 8, 2024.

• Variance Request: 333 Westford Rd.
• Body Art Variance Request
• Approval of April 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will review meeting minutes from April 22, 2024, and receive a presentation on the status of the Road Maintenance Program. The board is scheduled to consider a contract with Republic Services for curbside waste and recycling hauling and several license renewals.

• Road Maintenance Program presentation by Town Engineer Jacob Zwicker
• Contract approval for Republic Services (Curbside Waste & Recycling Hauling)
• One Day Liquor License for R. Barisano OTH event
• License renewal for Player One Entertainment at 440 Middlesex Road
• Compensated Absence Fund Transfer for PD Sick Time Buyout

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding variances and special permits for two properties. The board will also address the approval of previous meeting minutes and board reorganization.

• 18 Progress Ave.: Request for a 14’ x 48’ billboard sign
• 13 Norris Rd.: Request to raze existing structures and build two single family dwellings
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2024, and June 9, 2022 Executive Session
• Board Reorganization

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will discuss the Phase 2 Sewer Project and various old business items including the I/I Program and Asset Management Plan. The meeting includes executive sessions to discuss pending litigation involving Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC and Vesper-Country Club.

• Phase 2 Sewer Project
• Phase I West discussion regarding 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Toll Brothers-Enclave Project and Flint’s Corner Development
• Litigation: Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission
• Litigation: Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will discuss the Phase 2 Sewer Project and various ongoing developments. The meeting includes executive sessions to address pending litigation involving Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC and Vesper-Country Club.

• Phase 2 Sewer Project
• Phase I West discussion regarding 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Toll Brothers-Enclave Project and Flint’s Corner Development
• Asset Management Plan and I/I Program
• Litigation: Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review tax abatement and exemption reports for April 2024. The meeting includes discussions on solar tax exemption applications and a request for proposals for assessor data and consulting services for FY2026–FY2028.

• Solar Tax Exemption Applications
• RFP for Assessor Data & Consulting Services FY2026–FY2028
• Review of 435 Middlesex Road regarding tractor trailers
• Dracut Water Department voluntary tax payment
• ATB Case FY2023 Personal Property for Mass. Electric Account 95

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will meet to discuss updates to field regulations and rental pricing structures. The body will also discuss a member drive for the Christmas in July Festival and task delegation for a block party.

• Field regulations and new pricing structures for rentals
• Christmas in July Festival member drive
• Block party delegation of tasks

Sherburne Road Open Space Committee

The Sherburne Ave Open Space Committee will meet to discuss the status of the Sherburne Ave Open Space Project. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Update on Sherburne Ave Open Space Project

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to address matters regarding the Littlefield Library and Winslow School. The agenda also includes time for citizen comments and new business.

• Discussion of Littlefield Library issues
• Discussion of Winslow School issues

School Committee

The Negotiations Subcommittee is meeting to conduct business, including an executive session. The agenda does not list specific discussion topics beyond these procedural items.

• Executive Session

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will receive a presentation from NMCOG regarding the Housing Production Plan update. The body will also discuss a potential foreclosure at 10 Merrimac Way Unit C regarding CPC allocation.

• NMCOG presentation on Housing Production Plan Update
• Discussion of CPC Allocation for potential foreclosure at 10 Merrimac Way Unit C

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will discuss the Phase 2 Sewer Project and various developments including Flint's Corner and Toll Brothers-Enclave. The commission will also hold executive sessions to discuss three separate legal matters involving pending litigation.

• Phase 2 Sewer Project
• Dracut metering pits discussion
• 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station
• 50 Westford Road
• Toll Brothers-Enclave Project

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review and vote on recommendations for articles appearing on the May 7 Annual/Special Town Meeting Warrant. The body will also review meeting minutes from March 5 and April 8, 2024.

• Vote on recommendations for May 7 Annual/Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Middle School Building Committee

The committee will review the project budget and vote on invoices and commitments. Updates will also be provided regarding construction progress, summer logistics, and technology procurement.

• Approval of March 20, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of project budget and approval of invoices
• Approval of Owner Change Order #2
• Update on FFE and technology procurement process
• Construction progress and summer logistics plan updates

Conservation Commission

The Tyngsboro Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding after-the-fact notices of intent for several properties. The commission will also review tree removal requests and an enforcement order.

• After-the-fact permit for a boardwalk and floating dock at 7 Roy Ave
• After-the-fact permit for a patio and retaining wall at 222 Massapoag Rd
• After-the-fact permit for a garage with an in-law apartment at 21 Chestnut Rd
• Tree removal determinations for 24 Lakeview Ave and 18 Upton Dr
• Enforcement order for 23 Chestnut Rd

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to review the superintendent's evaluation timeline and provide an update on a committee vacancy. The meeting includes updates on the MSBA and teaching and learning.

• Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee update
• MSBA update
• Teaching and Learning update
• School Committee vacancy update
• Notification of new hire

Select Board

The Select Board will review meeting minutes and discuss the FY25 Middle School Project budget. The agenda includes a public hearing for Farmer's Way street acceptance and a vote to post the May 2024 Annual Town Election Warrant.

• Public Hearing: Street Acceptance for Farmer's Way
• FY25 Budget Discussion: Short Term Interest - Middle School Project
• Vote to Post May 2024 Annual Town Election Warrant
• Planning Board Request: 121 Norris Road, Temporary Independent Living Quarters Special Permit
• Ratification of Mid-Manager's Union Collective Bargaining Agreement

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings on several proposed zoning bylaw amendments, including the creation of a 51.5-acre multifamily housing overlay district. The board will also review special permit applications for residential additions and commercial-to-residential conversions.

• Proposed 51.5-acre multifamily housing overlay district permitting 15 units per acre
• Special permit for 26’ x 36’ addition at 121 Norris Rd.
• Conversion of 2nd floor office space to 7 apartments at 130 Middlesex Rd.
• Proposed rezoning of parcels along Kendall Rd. to I-1 industrial or B-3 General Shopping
• Citizens’ Petition to allow Assisted Living and Continuing Care Campus uses in B-2 districts

Capital Asset Management Committee

The Capital Asset Management Committee will meet to approve the FY25 Capital Report and the FY25 CIP Article for the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. The committee will also discuss the Reserve Fund.

• Approval of FY25 CIP Article for the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
• Approval of FY25 Capital Report to Town Meeting
• Discussion regarding the Reserve Fund

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet to receive an update regarding the CPC allocation for a potential foreclosure at 10 Merrimac Way Unit C. The meeting includes an open forum for public comment.

• Update on CPC Allocation – Potential Foreclosure 10 Merrimac Way Unit C

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss matters pertaining to Winslow School and issues regarding the Littlefield Library. The agenda includes time for citizens to speak and a section for new business.

• Discussion pertaining to Winslow School
• Littlefield library issues

Sustainability Committee

The committee will discuss solid waste reduction efforts including Zero Waste Day on May 11. Members will also review upcoming education and outreach programs such as the Health and Safety Fair.

• Zero Waste Day on May 11
• Health and Safety Fair on May 4 at Old Town Hall
• Neighbor to Neighbor program planning
• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the FY24 budget report to date and discuss NISC Accreditation. The board will also receive reports from the Director and a board member regarding upcoming events and programs.

• FY24 budget report to date
• NISC Accreditation discussion
• Building maintenance discussion
• Approval of February 2024 minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The April 11, 2024 meeting was cancelled because applicants requested to continue their hearings until May 9, 2024.

• Cancelled hearing for 13 Norris Rd. regarding two single family dwellings
• Cancelled hearing for 18 Progress Ave. regarding a 14’ x 48’ billboard sign

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review director, financial, and circulation reports. The meeting includes discussions regarding trustee bylaws, policy manual updates, and preparations for the upcoming Town Meeting.

• Review of bills
• Review of trustee bylaws
• Policy manual update
• IT cyber training
• Town meeting preparation

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and sign various tax commitments and abatements for Fiscal Year 2024. The meeting includes discussions on solar tax exemptions and an RFP for assessor data and consulting services for FY 2026–FY 2028.

• FY2024 Real Estate, CPA, and Sewer Betterment omitted tax commitments
• FY2024 Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment #2
• Solar Tax Exemption Applications
• RFP for Assessor Data & Consulting Services FY 2026–FY 2028
• Discussion regarding tractor trailers at 435 Middlesex Road

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will meet to discuss new pricing structures for field rental fees and the opening of the beach. The body will also hold elections for committee structure and plan upcoming local events.

• Field regulations and rental fee update
• Committee structure elections and vote
• Christmas in July Festival member drive
• Block Party task delegation
• Spring Health Fair assistance and ideas

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to discuss operational updates and receive presentations from Tyngsborough Elementary School and the Tyngsborough High School Band. The body will also process personnel notifications and financial bills.

• Resignation of Rachel Leo, TES Administrative Assistant
• Hiring of Olga Millan Munoz, THS Second Shift Custodian
• TES Presentation and Operational Updates
• THS Band Presentation
• MSBA and Teaching and Learning updates

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications, including stormwater management permits and after-the-fact notices of intent. The meeting also includes requests for permit extensions regarding tree removal and Lake Mascuppic.

• 499 Potash Hill Rd.: Major Stormwater Management Permit for a 120-space parking lot with 99,400 sq. ft. of disturbance
• 130 Middlesex Rd.: Request to re-develop an existing plaza and expand the parking lot
• 7 Roy Ave.: After-the-Fact Notice of Intent for a boardwalk and floating dock
• 21 Chestnut Rd.: After-the-Fact Notice of Intent for a garage with an in-law apartment
• 57 Althea Ave.: Order of Conditions extension for tree and invasive species removal

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss new business regarding the Winslow School and issues related to the Littlefield Library. The meeting also includes time for citizen comments.

• Discussion pertaining to Winslow School
• Discussion of Littlefield library issues

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss the initial Town Meeting Warrant Articles and hold a Tri-Board meeting with state legislators. The board will also consider funding for field irrigation and various land-use requests.

• Presentation of Initial Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Authorization of ARPA Funding for Bicentennial Field Irrigation
• Vote to declare intention to layout the public way for Farmer’s Way
• Zoning Board of Appeals requests for 13 Norris Road and 18 Progress Ave
• Approval of Tour de Cure Road Race

Board of Health

The Tyngsborough Board of Health is meeting to conduct a hearing regarding 21 Danforth Rd. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from March 11, 2024.

• Hearing for 21 Danforth Rd.

School Committee

The School Committee is meeting to conduct a discussion with state legislators. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion with State Legislators

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and confirm changes to commission membership. The agenda also includes a report from the Council on Aging.

• Approval of February 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of March 11, 2024, meeting minutes
• Confirmation of commission membership changes
• Council on Aging member report

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to participate in a Tri-Board Meeting with the Select Board and School Committee. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

• Tri-Board Meeting with Select Board and School Committee

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings on several zoning amendments, including a new multifamily housing overlay district. The board will also review site and special permit applications for local developments.

• Proposed 51.5-acre overlay district permitting multifamily housing at 15 units per acre
• Site Plan Review for a 120-space parking lot at 499 Potash Hill Rd.
• Special Permit for 7 residential apartments at 130 Middlesex Rd.
• Proposed rezoning of parcels along Kendall Rd. to I-1 industrial or B-3 General Shopping
• Citizens’ Petition to allow Assisted Living and Continuing Care Campus uses in B-2 districts

School Committee

The Negotiations Subcommittee is meeting to conduct an executive session. No other specific agenda items were listed.

• Executive session

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will hold executive sessions regarding three pending lawsuits and discuss the Phase 2 Sewer Project. The body will also review FY25 contract extensions and an Asset Management Plan.

• Litigation: Notre Dame Training School v. Tyngsborough Sewer Commission
• Litigation: Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission
• Litigation: Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust
• Discussion on 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Review of Toll Brothers-Enclave Project and Flint’s Corner Development

Conservation Commission

The Tyngsboro Conservation Commission is holding public hearings on five development applications continued from March 12. The reviews cover stormwater management, wetland alterations, dock modifications, and a new parking lot proposal. These permits determine whether proposed site changes comply with local environmental regulations that affect drainage, shoreline access, and property use.

• 130 Middlesex Rd (Map 21, Parcel 19-0): Stormwater permit to expand a plaza parking lot and reconfigure drainage.
• 7 Roy Ave (Map 26A, Parcel 151-0): After-the-fact notice to raise an existing boardwalk above the 100-year floodplain elevation.
• 499 Potash Hill Rd (Map 21, Parcel 23-1B3): Stormwater permit for a 120-space auxiliary parking lot with 99,400 sq ft of disturbance.
• 185 Pawtucket Blvd., 4th Tee (Map 28, Parcel 115-0): Notice to repair an irrigation pipe and restore bank erosion at Vesper Country Club.
• 222 Massapoag Rd (Map 2, Parcel 32-0): After-the-fact notice for a patio, retaining wall, and steps near the beach area.

Select Board

The Select Board will hear budget presentations from Greater Lowell Technical, the School Committee, and Innovation Charter Academy. The board is also considering the approval of the FY2025 Capital Plan and several contracts. A public hearing is scheduled regarding liquor and entertainment licenses for The Club at 130 Frost Road.

• Public Hearing: Transfer Application for All Alcohol License and Entertainment at The Club, 130 Frost Road
• Approval of FY2025 Capital Plan
• Contract approval for IMA with Dracut regarding Public Safety Communications Tower
• Contract approval for National Grid for security camera pole attachment
• Ratification of Clerical Union MOA FY25-FY27

Board of Library Trustees

The Tyngsborough Board of Library Trustees Policy Subcommittee has scheduled a meeting to review library policies. The provided agenda text contains only this general heading and does not list specific policies, proposed changes, or action items. Because the document is brief and procedural, no concrete decisions or public hearings are detailed for residents.

• • No specific policies, contracts, or fee changes are listed in the agenda text provided.

Board of Library Trustees

The agenda outlines routine administrative reviews for the Tyngsborough Public Library Board of Trustees, with no specific votes or binding decisions listed. The board will review financial reports, circulation data, subcommittee updates, and trust investments. Trustees will also discuss revisions to bylaws and policy manuals that govern library operations.

• Review of Trustee Bylaws
• Review of Policy Manual
• Financial Report and Circulation Report review
• Subcommittee updates (Finance & Budget, Personnel, Legal)
• Planning for June Staff/Volunteer Appreciation event

Middle School Building Committee

The Tyngsborough Middle School Building Committee will meet to review the middle school construction project budget, approve invoices and financial commitments, and receive progress updates from design and construction teams. These decisions track public spending and timelines for a facility that serves local students.

• Approval of February 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of project budget and approval of invoices/commitments
• Updates on approved and potential change orders
• Review of FFE and technology procurement process
• Construction progress and look-ahead report

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss new business regarding the Littlefield Library and Winslow School. The meeting also includes time for public comment.

• Discussion of issues with Littlefield Library and Winslow School

Sustainability Committee

The committee is discussing upcoming waste reduction and educational outreach initiatives. The meeting covers scheduling for town-wide cleanups and community fairs.

• Town-Wide Cleanup scheduled for April
• Repair Cafe on Saturday, April 13, 2024
• Zero Waste Day on May 11
• Health and Safety Fair on Saturday, May 4 at the new clubhouse on Sherburne Rd
• Helpsy Tour on March 21

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the FY24 budget report and discuss building maintenance. The meeting also includes reports on upcoming events, programs, and NISCA accreditation.

• FY24 budget report
• NISCA accreditation discussion
• Building maintenance discussion
• February 2024 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit request for Tyngsboro Self Storage. The board will also review minutes from the January 11, 2024 meeting.

• Special Permit request for 324 Middlesex Rd. (Tyngsboro Self Storage) to install one additional illuminated sign

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will discuss the Phase 2 Sewer Project and FY25 contract extensions. The body will also review several development projects and vote on regulation updates regarding pool discharge.

• Vote on language update in regulations for pool discharge
• Discussion on 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Review of Toll Brothers-Enclave Project and Flint’s Corner Development
• Discussion on FY25 contract extensions
• Executive sessions regarding litigation involving Notre Dame Training School, Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC, and Vesper-Country Club

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review tax abatement reports for February 2024 and process various tax exemption applications. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personal exemptions and real estate tax abatements.

• Solar Tax Exemption Applications
• Income & Expense Penalty Fees – DLS Law
• FY2025 Chapter Land Applications
• RFP for Assessor Data & Consulting Services FY 2026 – FY2028
• Discussion regarding tractor trailers at 435 Middlesex Road

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee is meeting to review updates on several seasonal programs and property management. The body will discuss guidelines for the use and management of the Sherburne Ave property.

• Sherburne Ave property guidelines for use and management
• Basketball program
• Shamrock Ball (March 16, 2024)
• Block Party website and program update
• Swim lessons update

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss funding requests for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting includes updates on the CPC balance and the Sherburne Road open space parcel.

• Funding request for 10 Merrimac Way Unit C acquisition (Affordable Housing Trust)
• Funding request for Town Center Digital Sign Project
• Funding request for Lake Mascuppic weed treatment
• Funding for reserves, debt payments, and administrative expenses
• Update on Sherburne Road open space parcel

Conservation Commission

The Tyngsboro Conservation Commission is reviewing several applications for land development and repairs near water bodies. These include requests for stormwater management permits and notices of intent for property modifications. Some items are being continued from previous meetings.

• Major Stormwater Management Permit for a 120-space parking lot at 499 Potash Hill Rd.
• Re-development of an existing plaza and parking expansion at 130 Middlesex Rd.
• Notice of Intent to repair an irrigation pipe and restore an eroded bank at 185 Pawtucket Blvd.
• After-the-Fact Notice of Intent for a boardwalk and floating dock at 7 Roy Ave.
• Repair of two landscape retaining walls near Lake Mascuppic at 63 Mascuppic Trail.

School Committee

The Tyngsborough School Committee will discuss school choice participation and facility usage. The body is scheduled to approve the 2024/2025 academic calendar. Updates on the MSBA and teaching and learning will also be provided.

• Approval of 2024/2025 Academic Calendar
• School Choice Participation 2024/2025
• Facility Usage Review
• Resignation notification for Robert Morel, TMS Custodian
• Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee update

School Committee

The Superintendent Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to discuss the Superintendent's progress toward established goals.

• Review of Superintendent’s progress towards goals

Board of Health

The Tyngsborough Board of Health will conduct hearings for three specific properties. The board will also review meeting minutes from February 12, 2024.

• Hearing: 27 Farwell Rd.
• Hearing: 21 Danforth Rd.
• Hearing: 11 Cummings Rd.
• Approval of February 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will meet to review capital budget updates for FY24 and FY25. The body will also discuss updates regarding the AARP Community Challenge Grant and the Massachusetts Office on Disability Municipal ADA Improvement Grant.

• FY24 & FY25 Capital Budget Update
• AARP Community Challenge Grant Update
• Massachusetts Office on Disability Municipal ADA Improvement Grant
• Welcome of new Associate Member Kathleen Alexandre

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss potential zoning amendments for the May Annual Town Meeting and the ratification of a collective bargaining agreement for the Highway Department. The board will also consider a liquor license and a land deed.

• Review of potential zoning amendments for May Annual Town Meeting
• Review/Accept deed for open space parcel on Sherburne Ave (Toll Brothers)
• Seasonal liquor license approval for Tyngsboro Sports Center
• Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement for Highway Department SEIU Local 888
• National Grid pole petition for Tyng Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding a parking lot at 499 Potash Hill Rd. and a combined business and dwelling project at 130 Middlesex Rd.

• Public hearing for 499 Potash Hill Rd., Unit 3 Parking Lot (Map 21, Parcel 23-1B)
• Public hearing for 130 Middlesex Rd. Combined Business & Dwelling (Map 21, Parcels 19-0)

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will meet to discuss guidelines for the use and management of the Sherburne Ave property. The body will also review updates regarding the basketball program, swim lessons, and the Shamrock Ball.

• Sherburne Ave property guidelines for use and management
• Basketball program
• Shamrock Ball (March 16, 2024)
• Block Party website and program update
• Swim Lessons update

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY 2025 Capital Budget and the Town Manager’s recommended FY25 Budget. The committee will also plan the timing for future meetings.

• Presentation from Capital Asset Management Committee on FY 2025 Capital Budget
• Presentation of Town Manager’s Recommended FY25 Budget

Capital Asset Management Committee

The Capital Asset Management Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Finance Committee. The primary purpose is to present the FY25 Capital Plan.

• Presentation of the FY25 Capital Plan to the Finance Committee

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review director, financial, and circulation reports. Discussion topics include FY25 budget preparation and the review of the library's policy manual. The board will also receive updates from various subcommittees.

• FY25 budget preparation
• Review of Policy Manual
• Review of Trustee Bylaws
• Intellectual Freedom Training scenarios
• Subcommittee reports on personnel and legal matters

Middle School Building Committee

The committee will review the project budget, invoices, and commitments. Discussions include updates on construction progress and potential changes to the Media Arts Room.

• Approval of January 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of project budget, invoices, and commitments
• MSBA PFA Budget Amendment and Bid Amendment update
• Vote on Media Arts Room changes
• Revisit previously approved VE items

Select Board

The Select Board will review revenue trend data and budget breakdowns for FY25. The meeting includes discussions on ARPA funding for police and fire facility assessments and the distribution of cannabis excise tax revenue.

• ARPA Request for Building Facilities Assessment (Police & Fire)
• Distribution of Cannabis Excise Tax Revenue
• One-Day Liquor License Request for Academy of Notre Dame
• Planning Board Alternate Member Appointment
• FY25 Budget Update review

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will meet to discuss the Phase 2 Sewer Project and various old business items. The meeting includes executive sessions to obtain legal advice regarding four pending litigation cases. The body will also review the Sewer Administrator's report and bill warrants.

• Executive session on Notre Dame Training School v. Tyngsborough Sewer Commission
• Executive session on Plaza at Pondview Place, LLC v. Town of Tyngsborough Sewer Commission
• Executive session on Vesper-Country Club v. Stonhedge Farm Condominium Trust
• Discussion on 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station and 50 Westford Road
• Discussion on Toll Brothers-Enclave Project and Flint’s Corner Development

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and sign various January 2024 tax abatement and exemption reports. The meeting includes discussions on the 2023 Annual Report and solar tax exemption applications. An executive session is scheduled to review personal tax exemptions and abatement applications.

• Review of January 2024 Motor Vehicle Excise, Real Estate, CPA, and Sewer Betterment Interest abatements
• Review of Solar Tax Exemption Applications
• Discussion of 2023 Annual Report
• FY2025 DLS Certification Start-up
• Review of FY2024 Real Estate Tax Exemption Applications for Seniors, Veterans, and CPA

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to review the FY24 budget report to date. The Director will also discuss the Annual Town Report and the EOEA Report.

• FY24 budget report to date
• Annual Town Report discussion
• EOEA Report discussion
• Director's report on upcoming events, newsletter, and programs

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss solid waste reduction initiatives and educational outreach. The agenda includes reviews of food waste programs and planning for upcoming town events.

• Food waste drop-off pilot program at Highway Department
• Town-Wide Cleanup scheduled for April
• Zero Waste Day on May 11
• Repair Cafe on Saturday, April 13, 2024
• Helpsy Tour on March 21

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a site plan for 499 Potash Hill Rd and zoning amendments related to MBTA communities. The board will also consider the street acceptance of Farmers Way and review reports for the Toll Brothers Enclave project.

• Site Plan Review for 499 Potash Hill Rd
• Zoning amendments for MBTA communities and Kendall Rd parcels
• Street acceptance for Farmers Way
• Field and inspection reports for Toll Brothers Enclave
• Review of Planning Board alternate applications

Capital Asset Management Committee

The committee will review updates on FY23-FY24 capital projects and a review of the updated FY25 Capital Plan. Discussion may also include ARPA facility assessments.

• FY23-FY24 Capital Project status updates
• Review of updated FY25 Capital Plan
• ARPA Request: Facility Assessments

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hear several Notices of Intent regarding residential construction and infrastructure. Items include a waterline installation at 99 Millstone Rd. and road widening near the Route 3 North-Bound On-Ramp.

• 166 Sherburne Ave.: Notice of Intent for single-family dwelling construction
• 19 Virginia Rd.: Notice of Intent for a 22’ x 20’ garage addition
• 99 Millstone Rd.: Notice of Intent for 12,000 linear feet of new waterline
• Kendall Rd. at Route 3 North-Bound On-Ramp: Notice of Intent to widen 2,300 ft. section of Kendall Rd.
• 99 Kendall Rd.: Notice of Intent for a 108-space parking lot expansion

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will meet to provide an update on the FY25 Capital Budget Request. The body will also discuss membership changes and potential associate member appointments for the Select Board.

• FY25 Capital Budget Request update
• Associate Member Appointment recommendation to Select Board
• AARP Community Challenge
• Review of December 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a request for extended hours at 420 Middlesex Road and a site plan review for 499 Potash Hill Road. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the town election's mail-in vote option.

• Public hearing on request to opt-out of mail-in vote for Town Election
• Request for extension of hours for JUSHI at 420 Middlesex Road
• Review of deed for Sherburne Ave Open Space (Toll Brothers)
• ARPA request for Police Department dispatch consoles
• Planning Board RFC for 499 Potash Hill Road site plan review

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss permit renewals, the RDP Grant, and product stewardship. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a request for an extension for the property at 21 Danforth Rd.

• Public hearing: 21 Danforth Rd. request for extension
• Discussion on Advancing Product Stewardship in Massachusetts
• RDP Grant discussion
• Permit renewal discussion
• Approval of January 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss the conveyance of open space and the deed of conveyance for Toll Brothers – Enclave. A requested special permit for signage at 324 Middlesex Rd. has been postponed to March 14, 2024.

• Discussion of Toll Brothers – Enclave: Conveyance of Open Space and Deed of Conveyance
• Special Permit request for an illuminated sign at 324 Middlesex Rd. (continuance requested for March 14)
• Approval of January 11, 2024 minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will review the initial budget for Fiscal Year 2025 and consider adjustments to building, plumbing, gas, and electrical permit fees. The meeting also includes a vote to open the 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and a funding request for Bicentennial Field.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Initial Budget Presentation
• Fee adjustments for Building, Plumbing, Gas, and Electrical permits
• Vote to open the 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
• Additional funding request for Bicentennial Field
• Appointment of a Planning Board Alternate Member

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will discuss the Phase 2 Sewer Project and various developments including Flint's Corner. The meeting includes discussions on a sewer garage, the I/I Program, and specific properties on Westford Road.

• Phase 2 Sewer Project
• 95-97 Westford Road Mobil Station
• 50 Westford Road
• Toll Brothers-Enclave Project
• Flint's Corner Development

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review financial reports, circulation data, and subcommittee updates. The meeting includes discussions on FY25 budget preparation and reviewing the trustees' bylaws and long-term vision for the library.

• FY25 Budget Preparation
• Review of Trustee Bylaws
• Review of Trustee’s Vision for the Library’s Future
• Renewal of MLTA memberships
• Scenarios for Intellectual Freedom Training

Select Board

The Select Board will meet via Zoom to conduct an executive session. The board intends to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation as it relates to the DWSD System Development Fee and Road Impact Fee.

• Executive session regarding DWSD System Development Fee & Road Impact Fee

Capital Asset Management Committee

The Capital Asset Management Committee will discuss the status of FY23-FY24 capital projects, including the Bicentennial Fields Irrigation Project. The committee will also review the Town Manager’s recommended plan for the FY25 Capital Plan and discuss ARPA requests for facility assessments.

• Bicentennial Fields Irrigation Project status update
• Review of Town Manager’s Recommended FY25 Capital Plan
• ARPA request for facility assessments
• Approval of November 20, 2023, and December 13, 2023, meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Tyngsborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a residential property. The board will also review minutes from the November 9, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for 75 Groton Rd. regarding a 30.7’ x 33’ home addition and right-side yard setback variance

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will receive an update on its current initiatives and priorities. The meeting includes a presentation on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) bills currently before the Massachusetts Legislature.

• Request for Select Board and Board of Health to endorse EPR Bills
• Presentation by Waneta Trabert of the Mass Product Stewardship Council

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss a road capital plan update from the Engineering Department and a municipal resolution regarding Extended Producer Responsibility. The board will also consider a vacancy appointment for the Tyngsborough Housing Authority and fee adjustments for town buildings.

• Appointment to fill vacancy for Tyngsborough Housing Authority
• Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Municipal Resolution
• Fee adjustment for Old Town Hall & First Parish Meeting House
• Engineering Department Road Capital Plan Update
• Review of Building Use Policy

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to discuss model regulations for private wells. The agenda also includes a decision regarding 21 Danforth Rd and the review of previous meeting minutes.

• Decision regarding 21 Danforth Rd
• Review of model BOH regulations for private wells
• Approval of December 4, 2023 meeting minutes