Wareham public meetings in 2024

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee will meet in executive session for collective bargaining strategy, then reconvene in open session at 6:30 p.m. The committee will vote on the FY26 budget, a budget transfer, a custodian contract for 2025-2028, and student-related items including the DECA trip and annual senior privileges. Reports will be presented on the high school, student representative, SEPAC, food service, and finance.

• Vote on DECA Trip
• Vote on Annual Senior Privileges
• Vote on Budget Transfer
• Vote on FY26 Budget
• Vote on Custodian Contract 2025-2028

Board of Health

The Wareham Board of Health will hold a discussion on Title V regulations concerning nitrogen, along with receiving the Health Agent's and Infectious Disease reports. The board will also vote on approval of the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Discussion on Title V Regulations regarding Nitrogen
• Health Agent's Report
• Infectious Disease Report
• Discussion and possible vote on meeting minutes – December 4, 2024

The Wareham Board of Health unanimously approved revisions to the Title V Regulations Regarding Nitrogen. The board also approved the meeting minutes from December 4, 2024, and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved revisions to Title V Regulations Regarding Nitrogen (2-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from December 4, 2024 (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Recycling Committee

The Recycling Committee will meet to discuss operational guidelines and reports for the recycling center. The body will review the October 2024 minutes and receive updates on bottle collection and the books and swap program.

• Review and vote on October 2024 minutes
• Update on bottle collection from Andrew Gallagher
• Books and swap report from Amanda Cobb
• Discussion on the need for strict guidelines at the center
• Trex report

The Wareham Recycling Committee met on December 18, 2024, and approved the October 30 minutes. The treasurer reported balances of $4,265.62 in the revolving account and $13,885.49 in the grant account as of December 12. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved October 30 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Wareham Housing Authority

The Wareham Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve the minutes from November 20, 2024, and ratify warrants, checks, and documents with supporting documentation. The chairman and administrator will provide reports, and the board may discuss any information not anticipated 48 hours in advance.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from November 20, 2024
• Ratification and signing of warrants, checks, and documents with adequate supporting documentation
• Chairman's report and discussion
• Administrator/infrastructure report
• Discussion of any information not anticipated within 48 hours of the meeting

Conservation Commission

The Wareham Conservation Commission holds a public hearing under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and town bylaw. The agenda includes multiple Requests for Determination of Applicability and Notices of Intent for projects affecting wetland resource areas. The most significant item is a proposed full replacement of the Fearing Hill Road bridge by the Town's Department of Municipal Maintenance.

• Full replacement of Fearing Hill Road bridge by Town of Wareham Department of Municipal Maintenance (NOI-97)
• Improvements to Leonard C. Lopes Memorial Park at 248 Onset Ave, including parking lot and basketball courts (RDA-72)
• Seawall repair at 19 Worrall Ave within Coastal Beach and Coastal Bank (NOI-102)
• Installation of a 4'x40' aluminum dock with kayak launch at 99 Maple Springs Rd in Mill Pond (NOI-103)
• Razing, relocation, and rebuilding of an existing house at 28 Nelson St within wetland buffer zones (NOI-104)

Select Board

The Select Board and Sewer Commissioners will meet to discuss town business and conduct appointments. The board is considering a loan from the Stabilization Fund and the finalization of the January 13 Special Town Meeting warrant.

• Possible vote to borrow $650,000 from the Stabilization Fund for a new patrol boat
• Renewal of 30 Year Round Common Victualer Licenses for 2025
• Renewal of 12 Year Round Common Victualer All Alcoholic Beverages Licenses for 2025
• Interview for Sewer Commission appointment (Walter Paster, Jr.)
• Vote to close the January 13, 2025 Special Town Meeting Warrant

The Select Board unanimously approved borrowing $650,000 from the Stabilization Fund for a new patrol boat, and voted to place five articles on the January 13, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant, including solar, accessory dwelling, and property purchase items. The board also renewed numerous licenses for 2025 and appointed Walter Paster Jr. to the Sewer Commission.

• Approved $650,000 Stabilization Fund borrowing for new patrol boat (4-0)
• Approved 5 articles for Jan. 13, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant (4-0, then 3-0)
• Closed Jan. 13, 2025 Special Town Meeting warrant (3-0)
• Appointed Walter Paster Jr. to Sewer Commission (4-0)
• Reappointed 3 members to Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Renewed 30 Common Victualer licenses for 2025 (4-0)
• Renewed 12 All Alcoholic Beverages licenses for 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Board of Health to enclose Rental Notice in tax bills (4-0)

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will review and approve past minutes, hear progress reports on editing assigned bylaws, and discuss a proposed revamp of the current format. Members will identify sections to delete because they are covered by state law or obsolete, and discuss topics missing from the charter. The committee must meet a January deadline for final changes before a February public hearing.

• Review and approval of September 17 and October 22 minutes
• Presentation of editing progress on assigned bylaws
• Discussion of current format vs. proposed revamping
• Identification of sections to delete based on MA General Laws or obsolescence
• Discussion of January deadline for final changes and February public hearing

The Bylaw Review Committee met and members reported progress on editing assigned bylaws. They approved a new formatting outline proposed by Nora Bicki, to be applied after edits are complete. No final decisions on bylaw content were made; the committee continues to work toward a presentation for the 2025 Spring Town Meeting.

• Approved new formatting outline (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Sewer Commissioner

The Wareham Board of Sewer Commissioners and Selectboard held a joint meeting and appointed Walter (Carey) Paster, Jr. as a sewer commissioner for a one-year term, replacing Bernie Pigeon. The appointment was approved unanimously with a 4-0-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Walter Paster as sewer commissioner for one year (4-0-0)

Cable Advisory Committee

The Wareham Cable Advisory Committee will meet to discuss ongoing legal matters with their cable attorney and receive updates on surveys. The agenda also includes approving previous meeting minutes and public participation.

• Discussion with Cable Attorney
• Survey and other updates
• Approve Minutes
• Public Participation

The Wareham Cable Advisory Committee approved minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting and voted unanimously to send a letter to Comcast requesting a cost estimate for Video Returns under the current contract. The committee also discussed Wareham Media's $778,400 capital request and noted Comcast Xfinity price changes effective December 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from November 21, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Approved sending letter to Comcast for Video Returns cost estimate (3-0)
• Discussed Wareham Media capital request of $778,400

Select Board

The Select Board and Planning Board are holding a joint meeting to enter executive session. The boards will discuss legal strategies regarding two specific lawsuits.

• Executive session regarding 27 CPR Solar1, LLC vs. Town of Wareham Planning Board
• Executive session regarding Wareham PV1 LLC vs Wareham Planning Board

Select Board

The Wareham Select Board and Planning Board are holding a joint meeting, with the primary agenda item being an executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding a lawsuit filed by 27 CPR Solar1, LLC against the Planning Board. The meeting also includes opening formalities and a general town business item.

• Executive session to discuss strategy on litigation: 27 CPR Solar1, LLC vs. Town of Wareham Planning Board

Planning Board

The Wareham Planning Board and Select Board are meeting jointly. They will enter executive session under MGL Chapter 39, §23B, Reason 3, to discuss litigation strategy for two lawsuits: 27 CPR Solar1, LLC vs. Town of Wareham Planning Board and Wareham PV1 LLC vs. Wareham Planning Board. Following the closed session, they may take up any other town business not anticipated 48 hours before the meeting.

• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy for 27 CPR Solar1, LLC vs. Town of Wareham Planning Board
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy for Wareham PV1 LLC vs. Wareham Planning Board
• Open meeting portion includes only call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, and any other town business

Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will review public feedback on coastal pathway and pier designs at Merchants’ Way. Members will discuss the 2025-2026 Strategic Plan and potential vacancy taxes or Business Improvement Districts. The body may also vote on web branding and support for a 2025 car show in Wareham Village.

• Public engagement summary for coastal pathway, boardwalk, fishing pier, and kayak launch along Merchants’ Way
• Possible vote on 'Discover Wareham' web branding
• Discussion on 2025-2026 Strategic Plan
• Updates on Tremont Nail Factory Redevelopment
• Possible vote on support for a July or August 2025 car show in Wareham Village

The Wareham Redevelopment Authority met on December 12, 2024, and heard a presentation from Halvorson, Tighe & Bond on the Wareham Coastal Facilities Feasibility Study, which must be completed by June 30, 2025. The board also discussed the Discover Wareham website, a potential car show, and deferred several items. The only formal votes were to approve prior meeting minutes and to adjourn, both unanimous.

• Approved minutes of October 10, October 24, and November 11, 2024 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)
• Agreed to link commercial properties on Discover Wareham website, not residential
• Deferred discussion on 2025 Strategic Plan to future meeting
• Deferred potential Business Improvement District
• Deferred potential Vacancy Tax; Buckland to elaborate in January 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings for several property owners seeking variances and special permits. The board will also continue hearings for two existing applications.

• Continued hearing: Ussef Enterprises, LLC for SPR & Special Permit at 2888 Cranberry Hwy
• Continued hearing: Lauren Enos & Brett McGue for Variance at 80 Glen Charlie Road
• Public hearing: Emmanuel Mouzithras for Use-Variance at 3119 Cranberry Highway
• Public hearing: William P. and David A. Andrade for Use-Variance, dimensional Variance & Special Permit at 43 & 45 Depot Street
• Public hearings for variances or special permits at 75 Edgewater Dr, 15 Wareham Lake Shore’s Dr, 5 Medina Drive, 2 Seahorse Lane, 12 Canedy Street, 13 Butler Street, and 55 East Boulevard

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings and voted unanimously to approve several variances and special permits, including for a second-floor addition, garage rebuilds, a shed replacement, and a new nail salon. One use variance for a garage at 43 & 45 Depot Street was approved with a 4-0-1 vote (chair abstaining). The board also continued one site plan review to January 8, 2025, pending consultant comments.

• Approved minutes of 11/13/24 (5-0)
• Continued 54-24 Ussef Enterprises LLC to Jan 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved variance for 75 Edgewater Dr (5-0)
• Approved variance for 15 Wareham Lake Shore Dr (5-0)
• Granted special permit for 5 Medina Dr (5-0)
• Approved variances and special permit for 2 Seahorse Lane (5-0)
• Granted variance for 12 Canedy St (5-0)
• Granted special permit for 13 Butler St (5-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review the results of Town Meeting approvals for CPC articles. The body will also discuss the status of grant agreements and grantee payments.

• Lopes Field playground renovation discussion
• Review of Town Meeting approval of CPC articles
• Status of grant agreements for new projects
• Review of CPA grantee payments
• Town CPC website modifications

Capital Planning Committee

The Wareham Capital Planning Committee meets to discuss scheduling department heads, review existing plans, and draft a by-law and charter change for the spring town meeting. The agenda also includes status updates on open projects, the 5-year plan, and the web page, as well as filling a vacant at-large seat. Most items are administrative, with the draft article being the most substantive.

• Draft a by-law and charter change for spring town meeting
• Schedule to invite department heads to review existing plan and discuss new projects
• Update status of open projects and 5-year plan
• Discuss filling the 7th member at-large position
• Review and update the committee's web page

The Wareham Capital Planning Committee met briefly and approved the minutes from November 20, 2024. The committee decided to place bylaw and charter changes on the spring town meeting warrant, possibly as two separate articles. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were discussions or future planning.

• Approved minutes from 11/20/2024 (5-0-0)
• Decided to put bylaw and charter changes on spring town meeting warrant

Affordable Housing Trust

The Wareham Affordable Housing Trust will consider and possibly vote on a new grant submission for the Village at 801 Main Street project, and also discuss a separate grant request for technical assistance from the Massachusetts Housing Partnership. Updates will be provided on ongoing projects including Woodland Cove (phase 1, 56 units), 6 Chapel Lane, and SHI status. The trust will also vote to affirm a previous letter of support for Cranberry Manor II.

• Review, discussion, and possible vote on new grant submission for Village at 801 Main Street
• Discussion and possible vote on WAHT grant submission to Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) for technical assistance
• Update on Woodland Cove Phase 1 (56 units)
• Update on 6 Chapel Lane
• Vote to affirm previous letter of support for Cranberry Manor II to EOHLC

The Wareham Affordable Housing Trust voted 3-0 to support a Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) technical assistance grant to review its processes. It also voted 3-0 to affirm a prior letter of support for Cranberry Manor II. The board deferred action on a $60,000 grant request from the Village at 801 Main Street, inviting the applicant to clarify a missing map reference on the deed restriction.

• Approved minutes from November 12, 2024 (3-0)
• Supported MHP technical assistance grant application (3-0)
• Affirmed letter of support for Cranberry Manor II (3-0)
• Deferred Village at 801 Main Street grant request pending clarification

Select Board

The Select Board and Sewer Commissioners will hold a joint meeting to interview candidates for a vacancy on the Sewer Commission and discuss a recommendation to acquire property at 80 Marion Road. The board will also vote on numerous annual license renewals for 2025, including liquor, entertainment, and auto dealer licenses, and consider a seasonal liquor license extension for PK Liquors. Additional items include acceptance of two $100 donations to the Police Department and a curbside abatement of $182.50.

• Interview with candidate(s) for appointment to Sewer Commission to replace Mr. Pigeon (term expired May 5, 2024)
• Discussion and possible vote to recommend acquiring property at 80 Marion Road to town meeting
• Review and possible vote on Seasonal Liquor License Extension for PK Liquors at 3074 Cranberry Highway
• Accept two $100 donations from Patricia Rodrigues to the Police Department
• Curbside Abatement recommendation from Director of Municipal Maintenance in the amount of $182.50

The Wareham Select Board unanimously approved a seasonal liquor license extension for PK LIQUORS and renewed numerous 2025 licenses, including retail package goods, common victualler, entertainment, Class 2, and fortune teller licenses. The board also appointed Joseph Still to the Conservation Commission, approved a $182.50 curbside abatement, accepted two $100 donations to the Police Department, and authorized recommending the acquisition of 80 Marion Road to Town Meeting. The joint meeting with Sewer Commissioners was postponed to December 17.

• Approved seasonal liquor license extension for PK LIQUORS (3-0)
• Renewed 2025 liquor licenses for The Liquor Locker and Mayflower Liquors (3-0)
• Renewed 2025 common victualler licenses for 31 businesses (3-0)
• Renewed 2025 entertainment licenses, weekdays and Sundays (3-0)
• Renewed 2025 Class 2 licenses for 5 auto dealers (3-0)
• Appointed Joseph Still to Conservation Commission (3-0)
• Approved $182.50 curbside abatement (3-0)
• Authorized recommending 80 Marion Road acquisition to Town Meeting (3-0)

Open Space Committee

The committee will discuss the 2025-2032 Open Space Plan and a seven-year action plan. Members will review survey results and provide updates on several playground and farm management projects. The meeting includes a vote on recommending Kelsey McKenna for membership.

• Interview and recommendation vote for Kelsey McKenna as open space member
• Open Space Plan 2025-2032 planning schedule and seven-year action plan
• Swift Beach playground update
• Bryant Farm management plan and RDA update
• Updates on Hammond, Indian Mound, and Lopes playgrounds and fields

The Open Space Committee voted unanimously to recommend Kelsey McKenna for appointment to the committee. They also discussed the 2025-2032 plan, questionnaire results, and the possibility of a new assessment requiring CPA funding. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Kelsey McKenna for appointment to Open Space Committee (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 10/17/24 meeting (4-0)
• Closed meeting (4-0)

Planning Board

The Wareham Planning Board will review and possibly vote on scheduling public hearings for an Accessory Dwelling Unit zoning amendment and for designating specific zoning districts for solar installations. The board will also discuss a date change for a site plan review at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Road, consider a modification to site plan review at 59 Main Street, and review as-built plans for Phase I of the Windward Pines Subdivision. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Date change request for site plan review continuation at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Road (10-24 Wareham MA3, LLC)
• Discussion and possible vote on Allen & Majors Inspection Report for 59 Main Street (23-23 Warren QOZB, LLC)
• Review, discuss, and possible vote on as-built plans for Phase I of the Windward Pines Subdivision
• Possible vote to schedule a public hearing on an Accessory Dwelling Unit amendment to the Zoning Bylaw
• Possible vote to schedule a public hearing to determine specific Zoning Districts for Solar Installations

The Wareham Planning Board voted unanimously to accept the as-built and landscaping plans for 59 Main Street, approve the as-built plan for the site plan review, and recommend the Select Board release the cash bond to the applicant. The board also scheduled a public hearing for January 6, 2025, on zoning bylaw amendments, including accessory dwelling units and solar installation districts. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted as-built and landscaping plans for 59 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved as-built plan for site plan review of 23-23 Warren QOZB, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended Select Board release cash bond to applicant (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing on zoning bylaw amendments for January 6, 2025 (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board is holding a joint public hearing with the School Committee and Finance Committee to discuss the FY26 budget. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the FY26 budget

The Select Board, School Committee, and Finance Committee held a joint public hearing on the FY26 school budget. Superintendent D'Andrea presented an overview of the school budget, and members of the Select Board and Finance Committee asked questions. No formal decisions were made during the hearing; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Appointed Sarah Corbitt as Clerk pro tem (3-0)
• Adjourned the Select Board meeting (3-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and potentially vote on variance requests for 37 Mayflower Lane and 85 Blackmore Pond Road. The board will also discuss Title V Regulations regarding Nitrogen.

• Variance request for 37 Mayflower Lane
• Variance request for 85 Blackmore Pond Road
• Discussion on Title V Regulations regarding Nitrogen

The Wareham Board of Health approved two septic system variance requests. The first, for 37 Mayflower, allowed a soil absorption system 16 feet from a bulkhead/cellar wall instead of the required 20 feet. The second, for 85 Blackmore Pond Road, approved four variances related to distances from cellar walls, property lines, and wells. The board also discussed Title V nitrogen regulations and agreed to review them again at the next meeting.

• Approved 4-foot septic variance at 37 Mayflower (3-0)
• Approved four septic variances at 85 Blackmore Pond Road (2-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from November 6 and November 20, 2024 (2-0)
• Tabled further discussion of Title V nitrogen regulations to next meeting

Historical Commission

The Wareham Historical Commission will hold a public hearing on a demolition delay permit for 4 Prospect St. and vote on meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. They will receive updates on the Captain John Kendrick Museum rehabilitation project, the MassDOT Mill Pond Dam replacement archaeological report, and planning for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.

• Demolition delay hearing for Permit B-24-793 at 4 Prospect St.
• Vote on approval of meeting minutes
• Vote on treasurer's report
• Update on Captain John Kendrick Museum rehabilitation project
• Discussion of MassDOT Mill Pond Dam replacement archaeological report/letter

Conservation Commission

The Wareham Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several wetland permit applications, including the town's proposed replacement of the Fearing Hill Road bridge. Other items include a seawall repair, a residential dock, a house relocation, and enforcement actions for unauthorized work. The commission may also vote on extension requests and certificates of compliance.

• Notice of Intent for Fearing Hill Road bridge replacement (NOI-97)
• Notice of Intent for seawall repair at 19 Worrall Ave (NOI-102)
• Notice of Intent for aluminum dock at 99 Maple Springs Rd (NOI-103)
• Enforcement case for demolition and construction at 50 Shangri-La Boulevard
• Request for certificate of compliance at 278 Barker Rd

Historic District Commission

The Wareham Historic District Commission will meet to approve minutes from September and November 2024, discuss lighting at Besse Park and Center Park, and consider an MHC Grant Application. Any other new business not anticipated 48 hours in advance may also be addressed.

• Approval of meeting minutes from September 3 and November 12, 2024
• Discussion of lighting at Besse Park
• Discussion of lighting at Center Park
• Review of MHC Grant Application

Planning Board

This meeting consists solely of an executive session to discuss litigation strategy with the Select Board regarding the case 27CPR Solar1, LLC vs. Town of Wareham Planning Board. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session under M.G.L. c 30A § 21 (Reason 3) to discuss litigation strategy
• Lawsuit: 27CPR Solar1, LLC vs. Town of Wareham Planning Board
• Joint meeting with Wareham Select Board

Sewer Commissioner

The Select Board and Sewer Commissioners are holding a joint meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss and vote on filling a position for Sewer Commissioner.

• Vote to fill position of Sewer Commissioner

Select Board

The Wareham Select Board and Planning Board will hold a joint meeting, including an executive session to discuss litigation strategy in the case of 27 CPR Solar1, LLC vs. the Planning Board. A continuation of the Tax Classification Hearing will consider a vote on the residential tax factor. The board will also renew several liquor and Class 1 licenses, and discuss the process for a Special Town Meeting.

• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding 27 CPR Solar1, LLC vs. Planning Board
• Continuation of Tax Classification Hearing – possible vote on residential tax factor
• Renewal of seven year-round retail package store all-alcoholic-beverages licenses (e.g., NAP Liquors, AJC Store, Anchor Liquors)
• Renewal of Class 1 License for Robertson’s GMC Truck, Inc.
• Appointment of Dennis Praino to Community Preservation Committee

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote to confirm the residential tax factor that was previously adopted on November 19, 2024. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom, with no other substantive items listed beyond general town business.

• Discussion and possible vote to confirm adoption of the residential tax factor voted on November 19, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing for a site plan review special permit application by Wareham MA3, LLC for properties at 91 and 101 Fearing Hill Road. The board will also discuss and possibly vote on a modification to a site plan review for 59 Main Street, including an inspection report and release of funds. Other items include review of as-built plans for Windward Pines Phase I, renewal of solar decommissioning bonds for four Clearway projects, and a vote to reaffirm the rescission of the never-constructed Pond at Fearing Hill subdivision.

• Public hearing for Site Plan Review Special Permit (10-24) at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Road by Wareham MA3, LLC
• Discussion and possible vote on modification to Site Plan Review for 59 Main Street (23-23 Warren QOZB, LLC) including inspection report and release of funds
• Review and possible vote on as-built plans for Phase I of the Windward Pines Subdivision
• Discussion and possible vote on renewing Solar Decommissioning Bonds for Clearway projects at 71 Charlotte Furnace Rd., 160 Tihonet Rd., 77 Farm-to-Market Rd., and 299 Farm-to-Market Rd.
• Discussion and possible vote to reaffirm the February 8, 2021 vote to rescind the subdivision called The Pond at Fearing Hill (never constructed)

Cable Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss matters with the committee's cable attorney, and receive updates on a survey and other pending items. No substantive votes or new proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion with Cable Attorney
• Survey and other updates

Board of Health

The Wareham Board of Health will discuss and possibly vote on variance requests for three properties: 2667 Cranberry Highway, 28 Arlington Road, and 1 Wild Rose Avenue. The Board will also discuss Title V regulations regarding nitrogen. Routine reports include the Health Agent's Report and Infectious Disease Report. The meeting will conclude with approval of the October 23, 2024 minutes.

• Discussion and possible vote on variance request for 2667 Cranberry Highway
• Discussion and possible vote on variance request for 28 Arlington Road
• Discussion and possible vote on variance request for 1 Wild Rose Avenue
• Discussion on Title V Regulations regarding Nitrogen
• Discussion and possible vote on meeting minutes of October 23, 2024

Recycling Committee

The Wareham Recycling Committee meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Wareham Housing Authority

The Wareham Housing Authority will consider approving amendment #13 to a financial assistance contract for $396,865.48, along with certificates of substantial and final completion for project #317053. They will also review September meeting minutes, ratify warrants and checks, and receive reports from the chair and administrator.

• Vote to approve amendment #13 of Contract for Financial Assistance for $396,865.48
• Consider Certificate of Substantial Completion for project #317053
• Consider Certificate of Final Completion for project #317053
• Review and approve Regular Meeting Minutes from 09/18/2024
• Ratify and approve warrants, checks, and documents with adequate support

Capital Planning Committee

The committee will discuss and review the FY26 five-year capital plan and meet with the WPCF plant manager regarding sewer plant plans. The agenda also includes discussions on a bylaw change and a charter change for committee members.

• Review of FY26 5 year capital plan
• Sewer plant plans discussion with WPCF plant manager
• Bylaw change: division 1, article vi, section 2
• Charter change to CP member

Conservation Commission

The Wareham Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability, including a proposal to replace the Fearing Hill Road bridge. The commission will also consider enforcement actions at 50 Shangri-La Boulevard and 37 Pine Lake Drive, as well as certificate of compliance requests and an amended order of conditions.

• David Menard proposes replacing Fearing Hill Road bridge entirely (NOI-97)
• Robert Stone seeks to install generator and resurface driveway at 12 Canedy St (RDA-67)
• Enforcement action at 50 Shangri-La Blvd for demolition/construction within 100-ft buffer to Glen Charlie Pond
• Certificates of compliance requested for 447 Onset Ave, 27 Agawam Lake Shore Dr, 9 Glenview Circle, 20 Thirteenth Ave
• Amended order of conditions requested for 9 Murphy St (SE076-2206)

Cultural Council

The Wareham Cultural Council will hold a meeting on November 20, 2024, at 54 Marion Road, Room 24. The main item is voting on the 2024 grants. The council will also vote to approve the minutes from October 23rd, 2024, and hear the treasurer's report.

• Vote on 2024 grant awards
• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2024 meeting
• Treasurer's report on council finances

Select Board

This meeting includes a public hearing on the town's tax classification for FY2025, which determines property tax rates. The board will also consider renewing numerous licenses for restaurants, liquor stores, and other businesses, and discuss accessory dwelling units and a seasonal community designation. Additionally, the board will vote on accepting $1.35 million in curbside recycling revenue and small donations to the Council on Aging.

• Tax classification hearing for FY2025 property tax rates
• Presentation on Accessory Dwelling Units and seasonal community designation
• Vote to accept $1,353,437.50 in FY25 curbside revenue
• Renewal of 23 licenses including common victualler, alcohol, entertainment, and auto dealer licenses
• Donation of $2,500 from Salerno's Inc. to Council on Aging

Redevelopment Authority

The Wareham Redevelopment Authority will discuss and possibly vote on a public engagement plan with Halvorson for concepts and design of a coastal pathway, pedestrian railroad crossing, fishing pier, and kayak launch along Merchants' Way. The board will also receive updates on marketing, the Discover Wareham website revamp, and the 2025-2026 strategic plan. Previous meeting minutes from October 10 and October 24, 2024, are scheduled for approval.

• Discussion and possible vote on Halvorson public engagement for Warren Harborview coastal pathway/boardwalk, pedestrian railroad crossing, fishing pier, and kayak launch along Merchants' Way
• Update on Wareham Redevelopment Authority marketing and Discover Wareham website revamp
• Discussion on WRA 2025-2026 Strategic Plan

Sewer Commissioner

The Wareham Board of Sewer Commissioners will vote on a contract for a Trojan Technologies UV system upgrade not to exceed $65,243.25. They will also discuss a change order for the Phase 2 headworks and clarifier construction related to a Vehicle Storage Building, receive updates on the sewer connection list, assign commissioners to research commercial EDU rates, and ratify a waterline change order.

• Vote on Trojan Technologies UV upgrade contract not to exceed $65,243.25
• Discussion and vote on Change Order No. 1 for Vehicle Storage Building (Wareham Phase 2)
• Update on sewer connection list by Commissioners Scanlan and Slavin
• Assignment of Commissioners Pigeon and Soby to research commercial EDU rates
• Ratification of waterline change order vote

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss and possibly vote on a surety for the completion of the comprehensive permit at 4 Littleton Drive (30-20 Pennrose, LLC). They will also consider a revision to the approved site plan for the comprehensive permit at 6 Chapel Lane. Several continued and new public hearings are scheduled for variance and special permit applications, including properties at 50 Indian Neck Road, 386 Main Street, 36 Datewood Street, 3134 Cranberry Hwy, 2888 Cranberry Hwy, 80 Glen Charlie Road, and 5 Admiral's Way. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other business.

• Discussion and possible vote on surety for completion of 4 Littleton Drive comprehensive permit (Pennrose, LLC)
• Revision to approved site plan for comprehensive permit at 6 Chapel Lane
• Continued public hearing: Indian Neck Property, LLC – variance/special permit/SPR at 50 Indian Neck Road
• Continued public hearing: reconsideration of application for 386 Main Street (Angela McKeowen)
• New public hearing: Ussef Enterprises, LLC – SPR & special permit at 2888 Cranberry Hwy

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to discuss several local sites and lighting projects. The body will also address a grant application for the MHC.

• Fearing Tavern
• Besse Park lighting
• Center Park lighting
• Tobey Hospital lot between 72 and 100 Main Street
• MHC Grant Application

Affordable Housing Trust

The Wareham Affordable Housing Trust will consider funding requests for two housing projects: 801 Village on Main Street and Cranberry Manor Phase II. The board will also discuss grant funding processes, funding the trust fund, and ongoing items including Woodland Cove Phase I grant completion and 6 Chapel Lane deed restrictions and financing. A continuing discussion on the town's SHI status and Safe Harbor request is also on the agenda.

• 801 Village, Main Street funding request
• Cranberry Manor Phase II upcoming funding request
• Grant funding processes WAHT to CPC
• Funding the Trust Fund
• Continuing discussion on SHI status and Safe Harbor request

The Wareham Affordable Housing Trust voted to ask 801 Village to withdraw its $407,000 funding request without prejudice, allowing reapplication later. The board also approved a letter of support for Cranberry Manor Phase 2, a 40-unit affordable senior housing project, and approved using a $150,000 CPA grant for the Six Chapel Lane project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to ask 801 Village to withdraw funding request without prejudice (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for Cranberry Manor Phase 2 (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved funding Six Chapel Lane project from $150,000 CPA grant (4-0)
• Approved August 13, 2024 minutes as amended (4-0)
• Approved September 10, 2024 minutes as submitted (4-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a regular meeting, including a public comment period, reports from the Friends of WFL and WFL Foundation, and approval of the October meeting minutes. Under old business, trustees will receive a library building update and review the Collection Development Policy with a possible vote. New business includes library trustee outreach.

• Welcome new trustee Jared Fredrickson
• Approval of Oct 8, 2024 meeting minutes (vote)
• Library building update
• Collection Development Policy review/possible vote
• Library trustee outreach

The Wareham Free Library Board of Trustees met on November 12, 2024, and approved the October minutes (3-0). They discussed the Collection Development Policy, which will be voted on at the next meeting, and noted plans to request more capital funding at the spring town meeting. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved October meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled vote on Collection Development Policy until next meeting

School Committee

The School Committee is conducting a budget workshop to review financial needs across district departments. The session includes presentations from school principals and administrators for various services.

• Budget reviews for Wareham High School, Middle School, and Elementary School
• Budget discussions for Special Education/ELL and Technology
• Budget reviews for Facilities and Transportation
• Budget review for Beyond School Time/WCAS

Board of Health

The Wareham Board of Health will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to Town Rental Regulations, which may include increased rental fees and fines for violations. The board will also discuss and potentially vote on a variance request for 2587 Cranberry Highway, a body art apprentice permit for Lauren Zaknoun, and continued updates to tattooing and piercing regulations. A discussion on Title V Regulations regarding nitrogen is also scheduled.

• Discussion and possible vote on 2587 Cranberry Highway Variance Request
• Discussion and possible vote on Lauren Zaknoun Body Art Apprentice Permit
• Public hearing on proposed changes to Town Rental Regulations (fee increases and fines for violations)
• Continued discussion and possible vote on Tattooing and Piercing Body Art Establishment, Practitioner and Apprentice Regulations
• Discussion on Title V Regulations regarding Nitrogen

Historical Commission

The Wareham Historical Commission will meet to review reports and discuss the Captain John Kendrick Museum Rehabilitation Project. The body will also address the 250th anniversary commemoration of the United States and the historic plaque program.

• Captain John Kendrick Museum Rehabilitation Project
• 250th Anniversary Commemoration of the Founding of the United States in 2026
• WHC/WHS Historic Plaque Program
• Appointment of Bob Blair as WHC representative to CPC
• Vote on remote participation

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct hearings regarding a dangerous dog at 5 Hammond Street and a premises alteration for Harborview Restaurant. The board will also consider license renewals for several food establishments and auto dealers, and vote on accepting small donations.

• Dangerous dog hearing: Lawrence St. Germaine, 5 Hammond Street
• Premises alteration hearing: Harborview Restaurant, 59 Main Street
• Common Victualler license renewals for Starbucks, Riverside Café, Makepeace Farms, Qdoba, Nouria Energy Retail, and McDonald’s
• Auto dealer license renewals for Wareham Ford, Discount Auto, AB Auto Sales, and Robertson’s Auto Body/Salvage
• Donations: $100 to Wareham Police Department and $2,500 to Spinney Memorial Branch library

Planning Board

The Wareham Planning Board will discuss and possibly vote on a modification to the site plan review for 59 Main Street, including an inspection report and release of funds. They will also receive a status update on renewing solar decommissioning bonds for four Clearview projects and a preliminary site plan review presentation for a retail and office complex at 236 and 242 Sandwich Road. The agenda includes approval of minutes and an ANR application for 4 Gault Road.

• Discussion and possible vote on modification of site plan review for 59 Main Street (Warren QOZB, LLC) – including Allen & Majors Inspection Report and release of funds
• Status update and possible vote on approach for renewing Solar Decommissioning Bonds for Clearview projects at 71 Charlotte Furnace Rd., 160 Tihonet Rd., 77 Farm-to-Market Rd., and 299 Farm-to-Market Rd.
• Preliminary site plan review presentation for Retail and Office Complex at 236 and 242 Sandwich Road (Fred Mannix)
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 21, 2024
• ANR application (11-24) for 4 Gault Road by Anne & Charles Hunter

Carver Marion Wareham Regional Refuse Disposal District Committee

The Carver Marion Wareham Regional Refuse Disposal District Committee will meet to elect its Chairperson and Treasurer. The board will also review financial reports and payroll warrants for June through September 2024.

• Vote on Chairperson
• Vote on Treasurer
• Approval of payroll and bill warrants for June, July, August, and September 2024
• Drainage update for Route 28 Transfer Station
• Discussion on reinvesting maturing November Bond and December 2024 CDs

Recycling Committee

The Recycling Committee will review and vote on September 2024 minutes, receive financial and volunteer reports, and discuss ongoing items including a TREX update and collection issues at the center. The meeting also covers bottle collection, paint pick-up, and books swap activities.

• Vote to accept minutes of September 2024
• Update on bottle collection from Andrew Gallagher
• Paint pick-up update from Jennifer Gady
• TREX update under old business
• Discussion of collection issues at the center

Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee will discuss current financial status including carts, green fees, food & beverage, and outside events. Other topics include a Mama Mary's update, equipment purchases, planned course improvements for fall/winter, signage for the 2025 season, and a possible extension of the SGM contract. Votes may be taken on some items.

• Current financial status: carts, green fees, food & beverage, outside events
• Mama Mary's update
• Planned course improvements for fall/winter
• Signage consideration: entrance sign to Little Harbor Golf Course
• Extension of SGM contract

Town Meeting

Wareham's Fall Town Meeting will act on 19 articles, including a zoning bylaw amendment to allow accessory dwelling units in compliance with the state's Affordable Homes Act. Other items include funding for capital improvements, community preservation projects, acceptance of a land gift at 46 Minot Avenue, and adjustments to senior and veterans property tax exemptions.

• Zoning bylaw amendment to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) up to 900 sq ft or 50% of principal dwelling
• Gift of 3.28-acre parcel at 46 Minot Avenue from Depot Realty Trust
• $750,000 community preservation fund for rebuilding Lopes Playground and perimeter pathway
• $400,000 for exterior restoration of East Wareham School at 27 Depot Street
• $375,000 to purchase conservation restriction on 215+ acres along the Weweantic River

Select Board

This meeting of the Wareham Select Board lists only agenda materials and amended versions. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are described in the provided text. The agenda appears to be procedural or administrative in nature.

Sewer Commissioner

The Wareham Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss and vote on an abatement request for 5A Hammond St., a contract with Weston & Sampson, and ratification of Alternate #3 not to exceed $2.6 million. They will also receive an update on the sewer connection list from Commissioners Scanlan and Slavin.

• Abatement discussion and vote for 5A Hammond St., Acct. #736100, Map 2 Lot 36A
• Contract discussion and vote with Weston & Sampson
• Ratification of Alternate #3 not to exceed $2.6 million
• Update on sewer connection list by Commissioners Scanlan and Slavin

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to Town Rental Regulations. The board will also consider votes on a variance request, an apprentice permit, and body art regulations.

• Public hearing on Rental Regulations, including potential rental fee increases and violation fines
• Variance request for 2587 Cranberry Highway
• Apprentice Permit for Lauren Zaknoun
• Body Art Establishments and Practitioners-Piercing and Tattooing Regulations

The Wareham Board of Health voted unanimously to increase Rental Program fees, the first change in 11 years. The new annual fee is $125, with $50 for each additional unit owned by the same owner at the same address, a $50 re-inspection fee, and a $250 late fee for registrations not received by April 30. Two other agenda items—a variance request for 2587 Cranberry Highway and a Body Art Apprentice Permit for Lauren Zaknoun—were postponed to the next meeting because the relevant parties could not attend. Due to Zoom technical difficulties, the board agreed to revisit the entire agenda at the next meeting.

• Approved Rental Program fee increase: $125 annual fee, $50 per additional unit, $50 re-inspection fee, $250 late fee (2-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing on Rental Regulations (2-0)
• Postponed variance request for 2587 Cranberry Highway to next meeting (no vote)
• Postponed Body Art Apprentice Permit for Lauren Zaknoun to next meeting (no vote)
• Agreed to revisit entire agenda at next meeting due to Zoom technical difficulties
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will discuss capital items for the town article and vote on the 5-year capital plan. The committee will also address unanticipated items received within the last 48 hours.

• Vote on 5-year capital plan
• Discussion of capital items for town article
• Tabled item: Update to capital plan web page
• Tabled item: Bylaw change to Division 1, Article VI, Section 2
• Tabled item: Charter change regarding committee members

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a meeting with preliminary business including an insubstantial modification request for the Woodland Cove Comprehensive Permit 40B project at 3102 Cranberry Highway and a discussion and possible vote on surety for completion of the 4 Littleton Drive Comprehensive Permit. The Board will also continue three public hearings: a variance/special permit/SPR at 50 Indian Neck Road, a variance at 7 Mattos Avenue, and a special permit at 36 Datewood Street.

• Insubstantial Modification Request for Woodland Cove Comprehensive Permit 40B by Dakota Partners at 3102 Cranberry Highway
• Discussion and possible vote on surety for completion of 4 Littleton Drive Comprehensive Permit by Pennrose
• Continued hearing: Variance/Special Permit/SPR for Indian Neck Property LLC at 50 Indian Neck Road
• Continued hearing: Variance for Ellis Francis Jr. at 7 Mattos Avenue
• Continued hearing: Special Permit for James Rathbun at 36 Datewood Street

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will review minutes from September and hear reports on progress editing assigned bylaws. Members will discuss a proposed revamp by Nora Bicki, identify sections obsolete under Massachusetts General Laws, and suggest new definitions. No votes on adopting new bylaws are scheduled.

• Review and approval of September 17th meeting minutes
• Discussion of Nora Bicki’s suggested revamp of the current bylaw format
• Identification of sections to be deleted because covered by state law or obsolete
• Report on meetings with town officials and editing status
• Suggestions for possible definitions to include in the bylaws

Community Events Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Community Events Committee, with no specific items listed beyond standard reports, financials, and requests for funds. The meeting date was temporarily changed due to Town Meeting. No ordinances, rezonings, or concrete actions are on the agenda.

• Temporary date change due to Town Meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 25, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing for a preliminary subdivision application by Rick Valente for 1031 Pierceville Road, proposing 6 lots on 7.5 acres. The board will also discuss revisions to zoning bylaws, possible amendments to its rules and regulations, and review solar bonds and license renewals. A town meeting article on accessory dwelling units has been cancelled.

• Public hearing for preliminary subdivision – 1031 Pierceville Road, Map 98 Lot 1031, 6 lots on 7.5 acres (Rick Valente)
• Discussion and possible vote on amendments to Planning Board Rules & Regulations
• Discussion on revising Wareham Zoning by-laws with possible vote, including review of SRPEDD hours and One Stop Grant
• Review of Solar Bonds status
• Discussion of License Renewals before Select Board

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee will meet to discuss the September financial report and receive a special education update. The committee will vote on bills and payroll warrants, disposing of obsolete furniture, and several school policies including AP testing fees, athletic ticket prices, and early graduation requirements.

• Vote on Bill and Payroll Warrants
• Vote on Obsolete Furniture
• Vote on AP Testing Policy (File IJA)
• Vote on Athletic Ticket Prices (File IGDA)
• Vote on Early Graduation Requirements (File IKB)

Open Space Committee

The Wareham Open Space Committee will hold a meeting on October 17, 2024, to approve minutes from September 9 and hold a discussion and vote on town meeting documents, including a survey and a list of 2017-2024 projects. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific proposals or financial details listed.

• Review and approve minutes from September 9, 2024
• Discussion and vote on town meeting documents: Survey and 2017-2024 projects

Conservation Commission

The Wareham Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on six Requests for Determination of Applicability and five Notices of Intent for work in protected wetland areas, including a new home at 12 Angel Cove Way and generator installation at Maple Springs Water Plant. The meeting also includes continued hearings on two enforcement cases and three unpermitted-work NOIs, plus discussions on bylaw revisions and administrative approvals.

• RDA-60: Re-paving/expanding driveway and installing utilities at 65 Great Neck Road for new single-family home
• NOI-95: Construction of single-family dwelling, septic, driveway at 12 Angel Cove Way
• NOI-96: Installation of 5 standby generators and propane tanks at Maple Springs Water Purification Plant and well stations
• NOI-88 & 89: Unpermitted work at 4 & 8 Canedy Street – patio, paving, retaining walls, vegetation removal
• Enforcement cases: 50 Shangri-La Boulevard (demolition/construction in buffer to Glen Charlie Pond) and 200 Great Neck Road (driveway with potential wetland destruction)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and possibly vote on recommending favorable action on articles for the Fall 2024 Town Meeting Warrant and on an interim loan note for Water Pollution Control Facility upgrades. Other business includes an update on the Wareham UK mayor visit, approval of curbside billing fee, and several license renewals and appointments.

• Discussion and possible vote on Fall 2024 Town Meeting Warrant articles
• Interim loan note for Water Pollution Control Facility upgrades
• Seasonal all-alcohol license extension for The Jug Shop at 219 Main Street
• Renewals of Common Victualler licenses for Cup 2 Café, China Chef, Persy's Place, Domino's Pizza, and KFC
• Renewal of Class II Used Car Dealer licenses for AKJ Auto Sales and Cape Cod Choppers

Alternative Energy Committee

The committee will discuss legislature bills HB4778 and S22838. Members will also review potential funding, consultant options, and small-scale solar bylaws from other communities.

• Discussion of legislature bills HB4778 and S22838
• Review of bylaws for small scale solar in other communities
• Feedback on draft survey
• Identification of committee Vice-chair
• Recruitment of new committee members

Redevelopment Authority

The Wareham Redevelopment Authority will discuss and possibly vote on several initiatives, including a Zoom discussion with Beyond Walls about Wareham River Pop-ups, investment in bike racks and public murals, revamping the Discover Wareham website, and potential investment in an EV charging station in Pizzoli Square. The meeting also includes an update from the Director of Planning and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Zoom discussion with Anne Gatling Haynes of Beyond Walls and possible vote on Wareham River Pop-ups
• Discussion and possible votes on WRA investment in bike racks and public murals
• Update, discussion, and possible vote on WRA marketing and Discover Wareham website revamp
• Discussion and possible vote on potential WRA investment in an EV charging station in Pizzoli Square
• Report from the Director of Planning

Planning Board

The Wareham Planning Board will discuss and potentially adopt findings of fact, conclusions of law, and conditions of approval for a site plan review and special permit application (PB 12-23) for 370 County Road. The board will also approve meeting minutes from September 23, 2024, and receive a report on recently filed applications, with possible votes on scheduling public hearings and setting up 53G accounts.

• Discussion of Findings of Fact and Conclusions in Law for PB 12-23 (370 County Road, LLC) – Site Plan Review & Special Permit at 370 County Road
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 23, 2024
• Report from Planning Office on new applications with possible vote on scheduling hearings and setting up 53G accounts

Sewer Commissioner

The Wareham Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to vote on abatement requests for two properties, discuss and vote on multiple contracts for generator maintenance, lab services, and engineering, and review the 5-year capital plan. Other items include ratification of the Narrows Contract, cost clarifications, and updates on the GHD construction report and grant award letter.

• Abatement votes for 105 High St (Acct. #737470) and 24 Cove St (Acct. #736094)
• Contracts with South Shore Generator Service Inc. (preventative maintenance and repairs), Pace Analytical Services LLC, and Weston & Sampson CMR
• Ratification of the Narrows Contract
• Discussion of 5-year Capital Plan
• Update on GHD September 2024 Construction Report and grant award letter

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will hold a regular meeting to review and accept prior minutes, discuss the status of CPA grantee payments, and follow up on prior items. The committee will also address questions related to approved articles at the upcoming Fall Town Meeting and consider recommendations for the CPC website. No major decisions or new proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Review and discuss status of CPA grantee payments
• Discuss follow-up items from prior CPC meetings
• Discuss questions regarding presentation of approved articles at Fall Town Meeting
• Discuss recommendation for Town CPC website modification

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss and vote on a surety for the completion of the 4 Littleton Drive comprehensive permit (30-20 Pennrose, LLC). They will continue three public hearings: a special permit and site plan review at 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway (Walid Eldayha), a special permit and variance at 161 and 167 Marion Road (Five Star Golf Cars), and a site plan review and variance at 3138 Cranberry Highway (VMB Properties). Two new public hearings will open: a variance or special permit at 13 Admiral's Way (Kim & Michael Ianiro) and a special permit or variance at 75 Agawam Lake Shore Dr. (Guy R. Lewis). The board will also approve minutes from September 11 and September 25.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 9/11/2024 and 9/25/2024
• Discussion and possible vote on surety for 4 Littleton Drive comprehensive permit (30-20 Pennrose, LLC)
• Continued public hearing: Special permit and site plan review for 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway (5-24 Walid Eldayha)
• Continued public hearing: Special permit for SPR/variance for 161 & 167 Marion Road (22-24 Five Star Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles)
• New public hearing: Variance or special permit for 13 Admiral's Way (51-24 Kim & Michael Ianiro)

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee's Policy Review Sub-Committee will meet to discuss several policies, including AP Testing (JA), Athletic Ticket Prices (IGDA), Early Graduation, Graduation Requirements (IKB), Motor Vehicles Idling on School Grounds (EEB), and Retention (IKC). No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a review session. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom.

• Review of AP Testing policy (File: JA)
• Review of Athletic Ticket Prices policy (File: IGDA)
• Review of Early Graduation and Graduation Requirements policy (File: IKB)
• Review of Motor Vehicles Idling on School Grounds policy (File: EEB)
• Review of Retention policy (File: IKC)

Board of Library Trustees

The Wareham Free Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a library building update and a Collection Development Policy update. A possible vote is scheduled on recommending Jared Fredrickson to the Select Board for appointment to the Board of Trustees.

• Library building update
• Collection Development Policy update
• Recommendation to Select Board of Jared Fredrickson for Board of Trustees appointment – possible vote
• Approval of Sept 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reports from Friends of WFL and WFL Foundation

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee will meet to vote on establishing a Pilot Club at Wareham High School, receive principal reports including MCAS results, and hear a report on the Pathway Program. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a vote on bill and payroll warrants.

• Vote on Pilot Club at Wareham High School
• Principal reports and MCAS report
• Pathway Program report at WHS
• Vote on bill and payroll warrants
• Approval of minutes from August 29, 2024

Conservation Commission

The Wareham Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notice of Intent applications, including work conducted without permits. They will also consider a Request for Determination of Applicability regarding riverfront areas on Great Neck Road. Additional items include enforcement cases for construction within buffer zones and administrative updates.

• David Regan proposes an elevated walkway/pier over salt marsh at 34 Briarwood Drive (NOI-94).
• 40 Great Neck Development LLC seeks confirmation that its site is not subject to Riverfront Area requirements (RDA-55).
• Glenn Mueller seeks permits for previously unpermitted work at 4 and 8 Canedy Street (NOI-88, NOI-89).
• Jeff & Renee Hunt propose vinyl sheet pile seawall repair at 80 Pinehurst Drive (NOI-91).
• Jens Duborg proposes razing and rebuilding a home within buffer zones at 20 Roosevelt Street (NOI-92).

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and potentially vote on several body art practitioner permits and a variance request. The board is also continuing discussions regarding regulations for piercing and tattooing establishments.

• Body Art Practitioner Permit for Sienna Siler
• Body Art Practitioner Permit for James Mello
• Body Art Practitioner Permit for Nathan Paul
• Tattoo Sink Variance Request for The Grey Witches Gallery
• Piercing and Tattooing Regulations for Body Art Establishments and Practitioners

Historical Commission

The Wareham Historical Commission will conduct a demolition delay hearing for a property at 1 Fifteenth St. The body will also review reports and discuss the Captain John Kendrick Museum Rehabilitation Project.

• Demolition delay hearing for 1 Fifteenth St.
• Vote on Onset Wigwam
• Captain John Kendrick Museum Rehabilitation Project update
• Appointment of Bob Blair as WHC representative to CPC
• Vote on remote participation

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will discuss and vote on a $430,000 capital request for roll-off containers and a trailer, review proposed by-law changes to Division I, Article VI, Section 2 and a charter change involving the finance representative, and vote on a five-year capital plan for the fall town meeting. The committee will also consider updates to its web page and accept minutes from the September 11, 2024 meeting.

• Vote on $430k capital request for roll-off containers and trailer
• Discussion of by-law changes – Division I, Article VI, Section 2
• Discussion of charter change – finance representative
• Review and vote on 5-year capital plan for fall town meeting
• Discuss and vote to approve CP web page changes

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on recommendations for the Fall 2024 Town Meeting warrant. The board is also considering road use permits for upcoming parades and several business licenses.

• Road use requests for Veterans Day Parade (Nov 11) and Christmas Parade (Dec 7)
• Common Victualler License applications for Coffee Drip, Inc. and Subway
• Host Community Renewal Agreements with YouCanBeCo LLC and T Bear, Inc. (COAST Cannibas Co.)
• Donations to Council on Aging ($250 and $50) and Police Department ($100)
• Suspension stay for Main Street Deli, Inc. (Onset Beach Patio & Grille)

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss and vote on multiple contracts, including generator maintenance and repairs with South Shore Generator Service Inc. and laboratory services with Pace Analytical Services LLC. They will also take up sewer commission items such as ratifying the Narrows Contract, reviewing the 5-year capital plan, and clarifying costs for the belt press and mailing. A WPCF Director Report is scheduled.

• Contracts with South Shore Generator Service Inc. for preventative maintenance and repairs
• Contract with Pace Analytical Services LLC
• Ratification of the Narrows Contract
• 5 Year Capital Plan discussion
• Belt press cost clarification

Board of Health

The Wareham Board of Health will continue discussion and possible votes on a tobacco violation appeal from 7/11, a variance request for 10 Cabo Verde Way, and a body art practitioner permit for Mike Howard. The board will also continue discussion on regulations for body art establishments and practitioners. Routine reports from the health agent and on infectious diseases are also on the agenda.

• Continued discussion and possible vote on 7/11 Tobacco Violation Appeal
• Continued discussion and possible vote on variance request for 10 Cabo Verde Way
• Discussion and possible vote on Mike Howard Body Art Practitioner Permit
• Continued discussion and possible vote on Body Art Establishments and Practitioners-Piercing and Tattooing Regulations
• Health Agent’s Report and Infectious Disease Report

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct continued and new public hearings regarding special permits, variances, and site plan reviews. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss potential litigation strategy concerning 50 Indian Neck Road.

• Executive session regarding potential litigation for 50 Indian Neck Road
• Special permit and site plan review for 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway
• Special permit, variance, and site plan review for 3037 Cranberry Hwy
• Special permit for site plan review or variance for 161 & 167 Marion Road
• New variance requests for 3044 and 3042 Cranberry Hwy

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance for 50 Indian Neck Road (4-0-1) and continued the project to October 23, 2024. The board also approved a special permit for 9 Maple Avenue with conditions, granted variances and site plan approval for 2506 Cranberry Highway, and approved several other variances. Multiple hearings were continued to future dates.

• Approved use variance for 50 Indian Neck Road (4-0-1, Elkallassi abstaining)
• Continued 50 Indian Neck Road to Oct 23, 2024, decision deadline Nov 22, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved special permit for 9 Maple Ave with conditions (5-0)
• Granted variances and site plan for 2506 Cranberry Highway (5-0)
• Granted variances for 3042 and 3044 Cranberry Hwy signs (5-0)
• Approved special permit for 1 Fifteenth Street (5-0)
• Approved variance for 11 Pearl Ave with conditions (5-0-1, Elkallassi abstaining)
• Accepted withdrawal of 26 Longwood Ave application (5-0)

Community Events Committee

The Community Events Committee is meeting to review financial reports and requests for funds. The body will also process invoices and discuss new business.

• Review of financials
• Requests for funds
• Processing of invoices

Community Events Committee

The Community Events Committee will meet for a regular business session covering financials, requests for funds, invoices, and new business. No specific decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

Planning Board

The Wareham Planning Board will consider and possibly vote on a Site Plan Review and Special Permit for 370 County Road, LLC. The board may also vote to establish a performance bond for 59 Main Street and release a covenant for the Peyton Estate Subdivision. Additionally, the board will discuss recent applications and schedule public hearings.

• Possible vote on Findings of Fact and Approval/Denial for 12-23 370 County Road, LLC – Site Plan Review & Special Permit
• Discussion and possible vote to establish a Performance Bond for 23-23 Warren QOBZ, LLC at 59 Main Street
• Discussion and possible vote to release covenant and accept surety for Peyton Estate Subdivision
• Discussion and possible vote on ZBA referrals
• Report from Planning Office on newly filed applications and scheduling hearings

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee will hold a public meeting following an executive session on negotiations. They are voting on bill and payroll warrants, MASC resolutions, and the superintendent's contract. The meeting includes public participation, a student representative report, and superintendent's report.

• Vote on superintendent's contract
• Vote on MASC resolutions
• Approval of bill and payroll warrants
• Policy review sub-committee update
• Executive session for nonunion personnel negotiations

Recycling Committee

The Recycling Committee will meet to discuss department updates and maintenance issues at the recycling center. The body will also review the August 2024 minutes and receive a financial report.

• Update on bottle collection
• Paint collection report
• Books and swap update
• Discussion of maintenance issues at the center
• Trex update

Conservation Commission

The Wareham Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on multiple wetland-related projects, including demolition, seawall repair, and new home construction. Two enforcement cases involve unpermitted work at 4 and 8 Canedy Street. The commission will also consider a request to confirm that a portion of 40 Great Neck Road is not subject to Riverfront Area requirements. Other items include continued hearings, extension requests, and a certificate of compliance.

• Barry Cosgrove – demolish old summer cottage at 55 Blackmore Pond Circle (RDA-59)
• Jeff & Renee Hunt – repair failing concrete seawall using vinyl sheet piles at 80 Pinehurst Drive (NOI-91)
• Glenn Mueller – unpermitted work: patio, driveway, retaining walls at 4 Canedy Street (NOI-88)
• Glenn Mueller – unpermitted work: vegetation removal, grading, retaining walls at 8 Canedy Street (NOI-89)
• 40 Great Neck Development LLC – request to confirm 40 & 48R Great Neck Road is not in Riverfront Area (RDA-55)

The Wareham Conservation Commission approved several projects, including the demolition of a cottage at 55 Blackmore Pond Circle, a seawall repair at 80 Pinehurst Drive (continued pending easement documentation), and a new driveway/patio/dock at 79 Agawam Lake Shore Drive. It also issued a certificate of compliance for a seawall at 25 Broad Marsh Avenue. Several other hearings were continued to October 2, 2024.

• Approved demolition of cottage at 55 Blackmore Pond Circle with erosion control (6-0)
• Continued seawall repair at 80 Pinehurst Drive to Oct 2 pending easement letter (6-0)
• Approved driveway, patio, and dock at 79 Agawam Lake Shore Drive with no fence in 30-ft no-work zone (6-0)
• Approved patio and landscape walls at 21 Bayberry Road with straw waddles (6-0)
• Continued NOI for 4 Canedy Street (unpermitted work) to Oct 2 (6-0)
• Continued NOI for 8 Canedy Street (unpermitted work) to Oct 2 (6-0)
• Approved garage and driveway at 33 Mayflower Ridge Drive with 3-year plant replacement condition (6-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for seawall at 25 Broad Marsh Avenue (6-0)

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee is meeting to elect leadership and review the charge and guidelines for updating town bylaws. Members will discuss the Town Charter and review a spreadsheet of bylaw review assignments.

• Election of Chair, Co-Chair and Clerk
• Discussion of Committee charge from Select Board Chair Judith Whiteside
• Review of by-law drafting guidelines
• Review of by-law review assignment spreadsheet
• Discussion of Warrant and Articles

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on several financial items, including authorizing bond anticipation notes for the Middle School roof, a host community agreement with Coastal Cultivators, a cash surety agreement for $93,000, and an abatement recommendation for curbside billing. They will also consider accepting a donation of $1,218.87 for the Council on Aging and appoint a new Recycling Committee member. Additionally, the board will vote on articles for the 2024 Annual Fall Town Meeting.

• Authorize signing of Bond Anticipation Notes for Middle School Roof
• Host Community Agreement with Coastal Cultivators
• Cash surety agreement for 59 Main Street for $93,000
• Abatement recommendation for curbside billing of $3,653.32 FY25
• Accept donation of $1,218.87 for Council on Aging

The Select Board unanimously approved the sale of $3.8 million in bond anticipation notes for the Middle School roof project, with a 4.00% interest rate and a premium of $29,260. The board also accepted a $1,218.87 donation to the Council on Aging, authorized a host community agreement with Coastal Cultivators, and approved a $93,000 cash surety for 59 Main Street. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved $3.8M bond anticipation notes for Middle School roof (3-0)
• Accepted $1,218.87 donation from Friends of the Wareham Council on Aging (3-0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to sign Host Community Agreement with Coastal Cultivators (3-0)
• Approved $93,000 cash surety agreement for 59 Main Street, Warren QOZB LLC (3-0)
• Approved $3,653.32 curbside billing abatement for FY25 (3-0)
• Voted to include 19 articles in 2024 Annual Fall Town Meeting (3-0)
• Voted to close 2024 Annual Fall Town Meeting (3-0)
• Stayed suspension of Main Street Deli d/b/a Onset Beach Patio & Grille pending appeal (3-0)

Sewer Commissioner

The Wareham Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss and vote on an abatement for 6 Chapel Lane, a contract with Atlantic Coast Polymers Inc., and various sewer system items including the capital plan, EDU considerations, and a warrant article for a belt filter press. The meeting also includes updates on the headworks/clarifier, Narrows Force main, and a Swifts Beach recap to DEP.

• Abatement discussion and vote for 6 Chapel Lane, Map 43-Lot 1036
• Contract discussion and vote with Atlantic Coast Polymers Inc.
• Discussion and vote on Capital Plan and EDU Considerations
• Update on Headworks/Clarifier and Narrows Force main
• Approval of warrant article for Belt Filter Press

The Wareham Board of Sewer Commissioners unanimously approved a contract with Weston & Sampson for engineering services on the Narrows force main project, not to exceed $590,000. The board also approved a $450,000 capital expenditure for two roll-off containers and a trailer to support the belt filter press, with one abstention. An abatement of $743 for 6 Chapel Lane and a contract with Atlantic Coast Polymers were approved unanimously. The board discussed updates to the WPCF Capital Plan and EDU considerations but took no final action on those items.

• Approved Weston & Sampson engineering contract for Narrows force main, not to exceed $590,000 (4-0)
• Approved $450,000 capital expenditure for two roll-off containers and trailer for belt filter press (3-0-1, Pigeon abstained)
• Approved $743 abatement for 6 Chapel Lane, Acct. #793334 (4-0)
• Approved contract with Atlantic Coast Polymers, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2024 regular and workshop meetings as amended (4-0)

Cable Advisory Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Wareham Cable Advisory Committee. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a discussion with the cable attorney, and updates on a survey. No specific decisions or votes are listed; the meeting is largely administrative and informational.

• Discussion with Cable Attorney
• Survey and other updates
• Approve minutes from previous meeting
• Public participation opportunity

Redevelopment Authority

The Wareham Redevelopment Authority will discuss and possibly vote on a proposal for Wareham River Pop-ups presented by Beyond Walls. The board will also consider installing bike racks and public murals. Additionally, they will discuss a revamp of the Discover Wareham website. The meeting includes reports and approval of prior minutes.

• Zoom discussion and possible vote on Wareham River Pop-ups with Beyond Walls
• Discussion and possible votes on bike racks and public murals
• Update, discussion and possible vote on Discover Wareham website revamp
• Presentation by Connor Alden on website revamp
• Approve minutes from August 8, 2024

Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee will review financial updates, grant survey results, and equipment priorities. Items may include an extension of the SGM contract, course improvements for fall/winter, and a comparison of leagues and outings. Votes may be taken on some agenda items.

• Financial update on course operations
• Mama Mary's update
• BBC grant survey update
• Equipment priority needs
• Extension of SGM contract

The Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee approved the purchase of a triplex mower between $18,000 and $22,000 to address equipment failures. The committee also accepted the previous meeting minutes and reviewed financial updates, noting increased greens fees and food income but higher chemical costs.

• Approved triplex mower purchase ($18,000-$22,000)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on September 11, 2024, to continue public hearings on several variance and special permit applications, including a variance for 50 Indian Neck Road and a special permit for a gas station at 3037 Cranberry Highway. The board will also open a new hearing for a variance at 7 Mattos Avenue and consider a minor modification for a dimensional variance at 59 Main Street. Approval of meeting minutes from August 28 is also on the agenda.

• Continued hearing: Indian Neck Property LLC – variance/special permit/SPR for 50 Indian Neck Road
• Continued hearing: Fares Realty Corp (Cape Cod Gas) – special permit/variance/SPR at 3037 Cranberry Highway
• Continued hearing: Walid Eldayha – special permit & SPR at 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway
• Continued hearing: VMB Properties (Towne Tavern & Tap) – SPR/variance at 3138 Cranberry Highway
• New public hearing: Ellis Francis, Jr. – variance at 7 Mattos Avenue

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals approved a minor modification for a dumpster enclosure at 59 Main Street, changing the side setback from 3 feet to 5.3 feet. The board continued several hearings, including the Gosnold substance abuse facility at 50 Indian Neck Road, to September 25, 2024, and approved a special permit for Fares Realty Corp at 3037 Cranberry Hwy. No final decisions were made on the continued items.

• Approved minor modification for dumpster enclosure at 59 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved special permit/variance for Fares Realty Corp at 3037 Cranberry Hwy (4-0)
• Continued Gosnold hearing at 50 Indian Neck Road to 9/25/2024 (5-0)
• Continued Walid Eldayha at 2544/2546 Cranberry Hwy to 9/25/2024 (5-0)
• Continued Angela McKeowen at 386 Main St to 10/23/2024 (5-0)
• Continued Five Star Golf Cars at 161/167 Marion Rd (5-0)
• Continued VMB Properties at 3138 Cranberry Hwy to 9/25/2024 (5-0)
• Continued Evelyn Kim at 9 Maple Ave to 9/25/2024 (5-0)

Capital Planning Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the status of funded projects and new capital item requests with department heads. Members will also review the 5-year plan and discuss specific by-law changes to Division I, Article VI, Section 2.

• Review of the 5-year capital plan update
• Discussion of by-law changes for Division I, Article VI, Section 2
• Status updates on funded projects and new capital requests from department heads
• Discussion regarding administrative help for the CPC web page
• Announcement for a 7th at-large member position

The committee approved a $500,000 request from the enterprise fund for a refurbished belt filter press, two rolloff containers, and a trailer. They also reviewed and trimmed the five-year capital plans for the wastewater and school departments, adding three school buses and increasing ambulance costs by $75,000. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $500K WCPF request for belt filter press, rolloff containers, trailer (6-0)
• Removed completed or unneeded projects from WOCF 5-year plan
• Added 3 school buses to school 5-year plan
• Increased EMS ambulance cost by $75K
• Approved minutes of 9/4/24 meeting (6-0)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Wareham Affordable Housing Trust will consider reorganizing officer roles for 2025, review pending grants for Woodland Cove (56 units) and 6 Chapel Lane, and vote on a revised grant agreement extending the deed recording deadline from 60 to 90 days. The board will also discuss a letter of recommendation for the 4 West St. project. Previous minutes from August 13, 2024, are up for approval.

• Reorganization of trust officer roles for 2025
• Status update on Woodland Cove Phase 1 (56 units) contract review (CR-23-98)
• Revised grant agreement for 6 Chapel Lane extending deed recording from 60 to 90 days (CR-24-92)
• Review of letter of recommendation for 4 West St. project
• Approval of August 13, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review minutes, hear reports from the Friends and Foundation, and continue work on trustee goals for FY 24/25. New business includes an update on the library closure and related work, plus scheduling of future meetings. The agenda is mostly procedural with one operational update.

• Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Trustee goals for FY 24/25: improve town relations, strengthen library-org partnerships, increase outreach, boost board diversity, focus on responsibilities and processes
• Library closure and work update
• Set date and time for upcoming meetings

The Board of Library Trustees approved the June meeting minutes with additions of last names and location. The library's HVAC system failed, causing mold, and the building is closed until air quality tests pass; the board discussed reopening next week and planning for a longer shutdown.

• Approved June meeting minutes with updates (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will review prior meeting minutes and continue work on the 2025-2032 Open Space Plan, including a planning schedule, a projects report for town meeting, and survey implementation. They will also receive updates on Swift Beach playground, Bryant Farm management plan, and several other playgrounds.

• Approval of August 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Open Space Plan 2025-2032 planning schedule
• Review of OSP 2017-2024 projects report for town meeting handout
• Survey document and process for requesting responses
• Updates on Swift Beach playground, Bryant Farm, Hammond/Indian Mound playgrounds, and Lopes playground

Planning Board

The Wareham Planning Board will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including scheduling a public hearing for ADU zoning articles for the Fall Town Meeting. The board will review a site plan application for Wareham MA3 LLC at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Rd, consider releasing a covenant for Peyton Estate subdivision, and discuss modifications to the SPR/SP for 59 Main St. Additionally, the board will vote on recommending Jenifer Carter as an associate member and may send comments on a ZBA variance case for 3037 Cranberry Highway.

• Discussion and vote on scheduling public hearing for ADU Zoning Articles for Fall Town Meeting
• Review completion and vote to schedule public hearing for SPR application by Wareham MA3 LLC at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Rd
• Discussion and possible vote to release covenant and accept surety for Peyton Estate Subdivision
• Discussion and possible vote on requirement for 59 Main St to seek modification to SPR/SP
• Recommendation to appoint Jenifer Carter as associate member to Planning Board

The Wareham Planning Board approved a $93,000 cash surety for the 59 Main St project, which will go before the Select Board for final approval. The board also voted to remove condition #21 from the project's site plan review, determined the variance represents a minor modification, and accepted work done in place of that condition. Public hearings were scheduled for November 4, 2024 (91 & 101 Fearing Hill Road solar project) and October 7, 2024 (ADU zoning bylaw). The board recommended Jenifer Carter as an associate member and voted to send comments to the ZBA regarding the Fares Realty Corp application.

• Approved $93,000 surety for 59 Main St (4-0-1, Schulz abstaining)
• Removed condition #21 from 59 Main St site plan review (5-0)
• Determined variance at 59 Main St is a minor modification (5-0)
• Accepted work done in place of condition #21 at 59 Main St (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Rd solar project for Nov 4, 2024
• Scheduled public hearing for ADU zoning bylaw for Oct 7, 2024
• Recommended Jenifer Carter as associate member (5-0)
• Voted to send comments to ZBA on Fares Realty Corp application (5-0)

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee will vote on the superintendent's goals, approve student activities accounts, and authorize bill and payroll warrants. They will also hear a SEPAC update, principal reports, and the superintendent's report.

• Vote on student activities accounts (June, July, August financial reports)
• Vote on bill and payroll warrants
• Vote on superintendent's goals
• SEPAC update
• Approval of minutes from June 20 and July 25 meetings

The Wareham School Committee voted 5-0 to accept the superintendent's goals for the year, despite some members questioning the timing and budget impact of certain goals. The committee also approved student activity accounts and authorized designees, and accepted bill and payroll warrants. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved superintendent goals (5-0)
• Approved student activity accounts (5-0)
• Approved authorized designees for student activity accounts (5-0)
• Approved bill and payroll warrants (4-0)

Council on Aging

The board will hold a procedural meeting including approval of June minutes and reports. New business is limited to discussion of the COA's participation in town functions. No votes on funding or policy are scheduled.

• Discussion of COA participation in town functions

Conservation Commission

The Wareham Conservation Commission met on September 4, 2024, and continued several public hearings to September 18, 2024, including a patio project at 21 Bayberry Road, unpermitted work at 4 and 8 Canedy Street, a garage project at 33 Mayflower Ridge Drive, and a riverfront determination for 40 Great Neck Road. The Commission approved removal of six trees at 27 Agawam Lake Shore Drive, leaving two dead trees near the water for habitat. It also granted a one-year extension for a project at 0 Independence Lane and issued Certificates of Compliance for 7 Bridge View Lane. No substantive decisions were made on the continued items.

• Continued 21 Bayberry Road patio hearing to Sept 18 (6-0)
• Continued 4 Canedy Street NOI hearing to Sept 18 (6-0)
• Continued 8 Canedy Street NOI hearing to Sept 18 (6-0)
• Continued 33 Mayflower Ridge Drive garage hearing to Sept 18 (5-1)
• Continued 40 Great Neck Road RDA to Sept 18 (6-0)
• Approved removal of six trees at 27 Agawam Lake Shore Dr, leaving two dead trees (6-0)
• Granted one-year extension for 0 Independence Lane with amended condition (6-0)
• Issued Certificates of Compliance for 7 Bridge View Lane (6-0)

Board of Health

The Wareham Board of Health will continue discussion and possible votes on a tobacco violation appeal, two variance requests, tattoo studio violations, and a body art facility permit. The board will also take up a continued discussion on a smoke shop fine and regulations for body art establishments. A health agent report and infectious disease report are also on the agenda.

• Continued discussion and possible vote on 7/11 Tobacco Violation Appeal
• Discussion and possible vote on 89 Plymouth Avenue variance request
• Discussion and possible vote on 10 Cabo Verde Way variance request
• Discussion and possible vote on Dusk till Dawn Tattoo Studio violations
• Discussion and possible vote on Elias Gonzalez Body Art Facility and Practitioner Permit

Historical Commission

The Wareham Historical Commission will vote on meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, discuss an update on the Captain John Kendrick Museum Rehabilitation Project, and consider a vote on remote participation. Bob Blair will report as the commission's representative to the Community Preservation Committee.

• Captain John Kendrick Museum Rehabilitation Project update
• Vote on remote participation policy for the commission
• Treasurer's report and vote
• Commission representative report to CPC (Bob Blair)

Capital Planning Committee

The Wareham Capital Planning Committee will meet to discuss and vote on the appointment of a Chairman for FY25. They will also accept meeting minutes from August 21, 2024. The main focus is scheduled discussions with department heads (police, WPCF, MM, school, and others) regarding the status of funded capital projects and requests for new capital items. Additionally, the committee will address updates to the CPC web page and potential by-law changes.

• Discussion and vote for Chairman FY25
• Accept meeting minutes from 08/21/2024
• Scheduled discussions with department heads: police (1:05 PM), WPCF (1:25 PM), MM (1:45 PM), school (2:05 PM)
• Discussion of CPC web page update for 2011 document
• Discussion of by-law changes

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider approving minutes from July and August, and discuss and possibly vote on a fence and additional sidewalk at Besse Park. The commission will also review lighting at Center Park's monument, and receive updates on various historic properties including the Congregational Church, Fearing Tavern, Tremont Nail Factory, 59 Main St, and the Kendrick Museum at 100 Main St.

• Discussion and possible vote on Besse Park fence and additional sidewalk
• Center Park monument lighting review
• Update on Congregational Church
• Update on 59 Main St project
• Update on Kendrick Museum at 100 Main St

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on two liquor license transfers: from Patriot Spirits to Liquor Market II for Liquor N More, and from D.J. Sullivan to Maabhadrakali for Sullivan Wine & Spirits. A show cause hearing will address alleged liquor license violations at Main Street Deli d/b/a Onset Beach Patio & Grille. The board will also discuss and possibly vote on exercising first right of refusal for property off Maple Springs Road under Chapter 61A. Additionally, several committee appointments are scheduled.

• Public hearing on transfer of liquor license from Patriot Spirits to Liquor Market II for Liquor N More
• Public hearing on transfer of liquor license from D.J. Sullivan to Maabhadrakali for Sullivan Wine & Spirits
• Show cause hearing for alleged liquor license violations at Main Street Deli/Onset Beach Patio & Grille
• Discussion and possible vote on first right of refusal for property off Maple Springs Road (Lots A, B, G, etc.)
• Appointments: Wanda Savary to Recycling Committee, Alan Slavin to Community Events Committee, Denise Schulz to Conservation Commission

The Select Board unanimously approved two liquor license transfers, appointed two new committee members, and voted to suspend the liquor license of Onset Beach Patio & Grille for 60 days after finding the establishment violated its allowed hours for alcohol service and entertainment. The board also voted to refuse the right of first refusal on a Maple Springs Road property, allowing the Water District to purchase it.

• Approved liquor license transfer from Patriot Spirits to Liquor Market of Wareham (5-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer from Sullivan Wine & Spirits to Sullivan Liquors (5-0)
• Suspended Onset Beach Patio & Grille liquor license for 60 days starting Sept 18, 2024 (5-0)
• Found Onset Beach Patio & Grille violated alcohol service and entertainment hours (5-0)
• Appointed Alan Slavin to Community Events Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Denise Schulz to Conservation Commission (5-0)
• Refused right of first refusal on Maple Springs Road property (5-0)
• Approved Select Board minutes from 8/27/24 (5-0)

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee will hold a workshop on the superintendent's goals, followed by a unified track recognition ceremony and public participation. The agenda includes reviews of spring and fall sports, an update on the MSBA roof project, and votes on bill/payroll warrants and the MASC delegate. The meeting concludes with a superintendent's report and school committee report.

• Superintendent's Goals Workshop
• Unified Track Recognition Ceremony
• Spring Sports 2024 Review / Fall Sports 2024 Update
• MSBA Roof Project Update
• Votes on Bill and Payroll Warrants and MASC Delegate

The Wareham School Committee held a workshop to review Superintendent Dr. D'Andrea's goals, including an early education program, EMT certification, reopening the Annex for special education, and refining teacher evaluations. No formal votes were taken on these goals. The committee approved bill and payroll warrants (4-0) and nominated Apryl Rossi as MASC delegate and Geoff Swett as alternate (both 4-0).

• Approved bill and payroll warrants (4-0)
• Nominated Apryl Rossi as MASC delegate (4-0)
• Nominated Geoff Swett as MASC alternate (4-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss the ratification of a $60,000 expenditure for the Wareham Housing Authority. Members will also review drafts of Town Meeting articles and evaluate information regarding the Lopes playground and field application.

• Ratification of vote to authorize Wareham Housing Authority to spend $60,000
• Lopes playground and field application
• Drafts of Town Meeting articles
• Grant applications for Fall Town Meeting
• Updates to the CPC Town website

Recycling Committee

The Wareham Recycling Committee will meet on August 28, 2024, to review and vote on the minutes from June, receive a financial report, and hear volunteer updates on bottle/can collections, paint, books, tipping requests, and maintenance issues. Old business includes a TREX update and recognition for volunteers. The agenda is largely procedural and operational.

• Vote to accept minutes of June 2024
• Paint collection update by Jack Kennedy (Jennifer Gady)
• Tipping request and pickups for metal, electronics, tires, batteries, sharps, mercury
• TREX update under old business
• Recognition for Marilyn and Earl

The Wareham Recycling Committee met on August 28, 2024, and approved the June meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, both by unanimous 4-0 votes. Members discussed ongoing operations, including bottle and can returns, the paint shed, Book Barn, and pickups, and planned for the upcoming 'Don't Trash Wareham' event on September 21-22. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved June 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved treasurer's report (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:24 pm (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold continued public hearings on four applications, including a reconsideration at 386 Main Street and an appeal at 24 Cove Street, as well as site plan reviews and variances at 3138 and 3037 Cranberry Highway. Three new public hearings will be opened for special permits and variances at 35 Datewood Street, 1 Acorn Street, and 2406 Cranberry Highway. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Reconsideration of former application by Angela McKeowen at 386 Main Street
• Appeal by Richard & Audrey Kradin at 24 Cove Street
• Site plan review and variance by VMB Properties (Towne Tavern & Tap) at 3138 Cranberry Hwy
• Special permit/variance and site plan review by Fares Realty Corp (Cape Cod Gas) at 3037 Cranberry Hwy
• Special permit/variance and site plan review by 2406 Cranberry Highway LLC at 2406 Cranberry Highway

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners, in a joint meeting with the Select Board, will discuss and possibly vote on appointing Scott Soby as a Sewer Commissioner for a term expiring May 5, 2025. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible vote to appoint Scott Soby as Sewer Commissioner, term to expire May 5, 2025

Select Board

The agenda for this Select Board meeting lists only the agenda itself and meeting materials, with no specific discussion or decision items described. This appears to be a procedural or placeholder agenda.

The Select Board, in a joint meeting with the Sewer Commissioners, unanimously appointed Scott Soby as Sewer Commissioner for a term expiring May 5, 2025. The board also unanimously renewed the Common Victualler's License for Sand n Surf at 3194 Cranberry Highway and confirmed the Warrant for the 2024 State Primary previously approved on August 20, 2024. All votes were 3-0.

• Appointed Scott Soby as Sewer Commissioner, term to expire May 5, 2025 (3-0)
• Renewed Common Victualler's License for Sand n Surf, 3194 Cranberry Highway (3-0)
• Confirmed Warrant for 2024 State Primary approved August 20, 2024 (3-0)

Community Events Committee

The Community Events Committee is meeting for a routine session with standard agenda items including financial reports, fund requests, and invoices. No specific proposals or decisions are listed in the agenda; it is largely procedural.

• Secretary's Report
• Financials review
• Requests for Funds
• Invoices review
• New Business

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss and possibly vote on completing requirements for the subdivision at 59 Main Street, including an enhanced crosswalk and bond for remaining work. They will also consider appointing Jenifer Carter as an associate member and scheduling a public hearing to update rules and regulations, including solar decommissioning standards and fee structure. A continued public hearing addresses a repetitive petition determination at 386 Main Street. The board will receive an update on the ViewPoint conversion system.

• Discussion and possible vote on completion, enhanced crosswalk location, as-built, inspections, and bond for 59 Main Street (39-21 Warren QOZB, LLC)
• Vote to recommend appointment of Jenifer Carter (AKA Jenifer Kreamer) as Associate Member to the Planning Board
• Scheduling a public hearing for updated Rules and Regulations, including solar decommissioning standards and fees (Fund 53g account)
• Continued public hearing for Repetitive Petition Determination at 386 Main Street (Angela McKeowen)
• Update on ViewPoint conversion and deadline for findings of fact in 12-23 370 County Road, LLC site plan review

The Planning Board voted to continue the 59 Main Street project hearing to August 29 to address incomplete landscaping and other items, with a bond to be posted. The board also voted to refer the 386 Main Street repetitive petition back to the Zoning Board of Appeals for reconsideration. The appointment of Jenifer Carter as Associate Member was tabled to the next meeting.

• Continued 59 Main Street hearing to August 29 (4-0)
• Referred 386 Main Street application to Zoning Board of Appeals (4-0)
• Tabled Jenifer Carter appointment to next meeting (4-0)
• Approved August 12, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss commercial Equivalent Dwelling Units (EDUs). The board may vote on a potential yearly increase of $850.00 per EDU and discuss the definition of categories.

• Potential $850.00 yearly increase per commercial EDU

The Wareham Board of Sewer Commissioners held a workshop to discuss potential increases to commercial Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) fees and to define categories for billing. After reviewing Title V and Assessor's classifications, the board tabled the matter until a list is drafted by Commissioner Scanlon. No formal rate changes were voted on.

• Tabled EDU discussion until further clarification (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:33 P.M. (4-0)

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will vote on sewer bill abatements for four properties. The board will also discuss and vote on a contract with Waterline Industries Corporation for Wareham Phase II Improvements.

• Abatement vote for 48 Circuit Ave in the amount of $468.50
• Abatement votes for 348 Main St (appliance store and apartment)
• Abatement vote for 157 Swifts Beach Rd
• Contract vote for Waterline Industries Corporation regarding Headworks/Clarifier Upgrades

Cable Advisory Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee will hold a discussion with the cable attorney and review survey updates. The meeting also includes a period for public participation.

• Discussion with Cable Attorney
• Survey and other updates

The Wareham Cable Advisory Committee met on August 22, 2024, with all three members present. They approved the minutes from the June 15, 2023 meeting by a 3-0 vote. The cable attorney was not in attendance, and the committee discussed survey results related to Verizon negotiations, PEG payments, channel changes, and current cable contracts. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:39 PM (3-0)

Capital Planning Committee

The committee will review the revised 5-year Capital Plan and vote on food services equipment. Members will also discuss policy guidelines and set dates for capital requests from department heads, Wareham Public Schools (WPS), and the Wareham Public Facilities (WPCF).

• Vote on food services equipment
• Review of revised 5 year Capital Plan
• Discussion of CPC policy guidelines
• Scheduling of capital requests for Dept Heads, WPS, and WPCF

The Wareham Capital Planning Committee approved a $47,635.25 request from food services director Mike Russo to purchase a convection steamer on a steam boiler base, funded by federal meal reimbursement funds, with a 5-0 vote. No other updates were made to the current 5-year capital plan. The committee also scheduled a September 4 meeting with department heads to review funded projects and new capital requests, and discussed possible future projects including police equipment, town hall auditorium work, and school Chromebook refresh. Gerald Stefanski stepped down from the committee, and Alan Slavin was named as the Finance Committee representative.

• Approved $47,635.25 convection steamer purchase (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 6/12/24 (4-0)
• Scheduled Sept 4 meeting with department heads (20-min slots for police, WPCF, MM, school)
• Voted Sandy Slavin as clerk (5-0)
• Discussed possible police projects: $201k for records management, CAD software, radio/telephone recorder, 2 cruisers
• Discussed town hall auditorium sound damping work
• Discussed school Chromebook refresh funding
• Agreed to review by-laws and send recommended changes to by-law review committee

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss whether to accept previously unreviewed grant applications and decide which projects to promote to Fall Town Meeting. Specific applications include East Wareham Elementary School, Damian’s Pantry garden fencing, Lopes Playground and field, Town Hall window restoration, and Buzzards Bay Coalition river corridor conservation. The committee will also review recent payments and welcome new member Bob Blair from the Historic Commission.

• Discuss promoting East Wareham Elementary School grant to Fall Town Meeting
• Discuss promoting Damian’s Pantry garden fencing grant
• Discuss promoting Lopes Playground and field grant (Town of Wareham)
• Discuss promoting Town Hall & Window Restoration grant (Town of Wareham)
• Discuss promoting Buzzards Bay Coalition Weweantic River Corridor Conservation grant

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings for five new special permit or variance requests. The board will also continue hearings for four existing cases and consider a one-year extension for a variance at 3127 Cranberry Highway.

• Request for 1 year extension for variance at 3127 Cranberry Highway
• Continued hearing for 3020 Cran Hwy (Wareham Cran Hwy LLC)
• Continued hearing for 24 Cove Street (Richard & Audrey Kradin)
• Continued hearing for 50 Indian Neck Road (Indian Neck Property, LLC)
• New hearings for 64 Pilgrim Ave, 11 Glendale Road, 207 Charge Pond Road, 9 Captain Collis Drive, and 9 Maple Ave

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance and site plan for 3020 Cranberry Hwy (5-0) and granted a one-year extension for 3127 Cranberry Hwy. The board continued the 50 Indian Neck Road detox facility hearing to September 11, 2024, after extensive discussion on whether it qualifies as a medical facility. Several other special permits and variances were approved, including for 64 Pilgrim Ave, 11 Glendale Rd, 207 Charge Pond Rd, and 9 Captain Collis Dr. The hearing for 9 Maple Ave was continued to September 11, 2024, due to a notice error.

• Approved use variance and site plan for 3020 Cranberry Hwy (5-0)
• Granted one-year extension for 3127 Cranberry Hwy variance (5-0)
• Continued 50 Indian Neck Rd detox facility hearing to Sept 11 (6-0)
• Approved special permit for screened deck at 64 Pilgrim Ave (5-0)
• Approved special permit for rebuild at 11 Glendale Rd (5-0)
• Approved special permit and setback relief for 207 Charge Pond Rd (5-0)
• Approved special permit for addition at 9 Captain Collis Dr (5-0)
• Continued 9 Maple Ave hearing to Sept 11 due to notice error (5-0)

Cultural Council

The Wareham Cultural Council will hold a routine business meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, review completed grants, and discuss upcoming grant cycle dates and priorities for FY25. The agenda includes a new member introduction and a summary of community survey results.

• Vote to approve minutes of June 12, 2024 meeting
• Review completed grants
• Discuss and set FY25 grant cycle dates on SmartSimple
• Review community survey summary
• New member introduction

Cemetery Commissioners

The Wareham Cemetery Commission approved two license updates, two new licenses, and three markers, all by unanimous 3-0 votes. The commission also reviewed a monument request for Yves Roux and determined it was too large for the designated graves, asking for a resized version to be presented at a future meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 17, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved license updates for G. Abbott Fay and Lestyn Gilmore (3-0)
• Approved new licenses for Alice I. Aitchison and Sandra Baker (3-0)
• Approved markers for Stephen Whitcomb, Renee Chor, and Charles I. Askren (3-0)
• Denied Yves Roux monument as too large; requested resized version for future review

Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will discuss the status of grant agreements and contracts for housing projects. Members will review financial status and plan for 2025 funding and reorganization. The meeting includes updates on specific project sites and pending grant approvals.

• Review of $60,000 appropriation from Spring 2010 Town Meeting Article 44
• Woodland Cove (Phase 1, 56 Units) contract review (CR-23-98)
• 6 Chapel Lane grant agreement status and vote (CR-24-92)
• 4 West St. letter of recommendation review
• 2025 Notice of Funding Availability and planning

The Wareham Affordable Housing Trust voted to send a letter to the Community Preservation Committee requesting release of funds from a 2010 grant for affordable housing projects. The board also approved minutes from the July 9 meeting and voted to support the concept of affordable housing at 4 West St. No final funding decisions were made; several projects remain pending.

• Approved sending letter to CPC requesting release of 2010 grant funds (3-0)
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Voted to provide letter of support for affordable housing concept at 4 West St. (3-0)
• Tabled board reorganization until all members present (3-0)

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee continues developing the next Open Space Plan (2025-2032), discussing the planning schedule, stakeholder involvement, and a survey. They also review past projects and ongoing playground/beach updates, including flooding concerns at Swift Beach and a completed playground at Shangri-la.

• Continuing discussion of Open Space Plan 2025-2032 planning schedule and stakeholder inclusion
• Review of 2017-2024 Open Space Projects report
• CPA grant discussions for survey and for the open space plan
• Swift Beach playground update – flooding is a concern
• Lopes playground CPA grant proposed as next project

The committee discussed updating the 2025-2032 Open Space and Recreation Plan, including simplifying a questionnaire to boost resident engagement. They also reviewed the 2017-2024 report for a smaller handout version for the Fall Town Meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed 4-0.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0)
• Discussed simplifying questionnaire for greater resident engagement
• Discussed creating smaller handout version of 2017-2024 report for Fall Town Meeting
• Noted Shangri-La picnic table damage and police report filed
• Noted Bryant Farm management plan still in process

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on a ground-mounted solar energy generation facility at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Road and a site plan review and special permit at 370 County Road. The board will also discuss policy changes including requiring applicants to fund the 53G account at application time, establishing a filing deadline calendar, and reviewing expired or expiring solar decommissioning bonds. Several administrative items such as minutes approval and covenant release are also on the agenda.

• Continued public hearing for ground-mounted solar facility at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Road (Map 91 & 71, Lots 1000 & 1007)
• Continued public hearing for site plan review and special permit at 370 County Road
• Discussion on requiring applicants to fund the 53G account at time of application
• Review of expired or soon-to-expire Solar Decommissioning Bonds
• Release of lots from covenant for Peyton Estates (Dos Amigos Realty, Map 74, Lots 1010-A2 & 1010-A3)

Sewer Commissioner

The Sewer Commissioners will discuss and vote on abatement requests for two Circuit Avenue properties, contracts with South Shore Generator Service and Pace Analytical, and a proposal for new dewatering equipment including a belt filter press, two roll-off containers, and a trailer. They will also discuss sewer usage billing for the first half of FY25 and receive an update from the Bourne Sewer Commissioner.

• Abatement requests for 48 Circuit Ave and 50 Circuit Ave
• Contracts with South Shore Generator Service and Pace Analytical
• Discussion and vote on Sewer Usage Billing for 1st Half FY25
• New dewatering equipment: Belt Filter Press, Roll off Containers (2), Trailer
• Update with Bourne Sewer Commissioner’s Chairperson

The Wareham Board of Sewer Commissioners unanimously approved the first-half FY25 sewer usage commitment of $3,634,087.93, along with two abatements and two service contracts. The board also discussed but did not vote on new dewatering equipment, which may be brought to Town Meeting.

• Approved $3,634,087.93 sewer usage commitment for 1st half FY25 (4-0)
• Approved $468.00 abatement for 48 Circuit Ave. (4-0)
• Approved $468.50 abatement for 50 Circuit Ave. (4-0)
• Approved contract with South Shore Generator Service, Inc. not to exceed $16,840.00 (4-0)
• Approved contract with Pace Analytical not to exceed $31,000.00 (4-0)
• Accepted July 25, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Wareham Redevelopment Authority will discuss and vote on a letter of support for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds for several projects, final edits to the Wareham Village Urban Renewal Plan, and a parking study for downtown. Other items include updates on the Discover Wareham website, sponsorship of the Back-to-School Stroll, River Pop-ups, Parker Mill Dam report, and bike racks and mural artists.

• Letter of support for CPA funds for Lopes Park/Playground, East Wareham Elementary School/Head Start Building, Damien's Pantry Community Garden beds, and Town Hall restoration
• Final edits to draft Wareham Village Urban Renewal Plan
• Parking study authorization for downtown Wareham Village
• Sponsorship of Town Back-to-School Stroll on August 24
• Update on Parker Mill Dam Technical Advisory Committee interim report

Conservation Commission

The Wareham Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on multiple Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination of Applicability, including a proposal by Fares Realty Corp. to raze and reconstruct a gas station with a convenience store and drive-through at 3037 Cranberry Highway. Other major items include three new single-family homes on Over Jordan Road proposed by Tom Parenteau, and several enforcement updates. The commission will also consider certificates of compliance and administrative approvals.

• Fares Realty Corp. – raze and rebuild gas station with convenience store and drive-through at 3037 Cranberry Highway, within buffer zone to bordering vegetated wetland (NOI-77)
• Tom Parenteau – three new 4-bedroom single-family homes on piles at 9 Over Jordan Road (Lots E, F, G), in Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage (NOI-64, -65, -66)
• Estate of Kathleen Baptiste Atchue – upgrade on-site septic system at 2576 Cranberry Highway, with leaching chamber 82 feet from wetland resource area (RDA-56)
• David Krivelow – remove and reconstruct dilapidated seawall at 14 Pine Tree Drive (NOI-78)
• Continued enforcements: Canedy Street LLC, Eryk Grassie, 37 Pine Lane Drive, and 200 Great Neck Road for various buffer zone violations

The Wareham Conservation Commission approved eight Notices of Intent and one Request for Determination of Applicability, all with standard or special conditions, and continued a riverfront determination hearing for 40 Great Neck Road to August 21. The commission also issued three Certificates of Compliance and approved meeting minutes with corrections. All votes were unanimous except for the minutes, which had one abstention.

• Continued RDA 55 for 40 & 48R Great Neck Road to Aug 21 (6-0)
• Approved RDA 56 for 2576 Cranberry Highway with negative 2 and 6 determinations (6-0)
• Approved NOI 73 for 58 Great Neck Road single-family home (7-0)
• Approved NOI 74 for 55 East Boulevard deck reconstruction with special conditions (7-0)
• Approved NOI 75 for 9 Nobska Way tree removal with replanting plan condition (7-0)
• Approved NOI 76 for 9 & 11 Captain Collis Drive addition (7-0)
• Approved NOI 77 for 3037 Cranberry Highway gas station rebuild with wetland signs (7-0)
• Approved NOI 78 for 14 Pine Tree Drive seawall reconstruction with Marine Fisheries conditions (7-0)

Board of Health

The Wareham Board of Health will hold a remote meeting on August 7, 2024, to discuss and vote on a tobacco violation appeal from July 11, as well as a separate violation involving Phat Daddy’s Smoke Shop. The board will continue discussions on proposed updates to tobacco regulations and regulations for body art establishments and practitioners, including piercing and tattooing. Additional agenda items include the Health Agent’s report, an infectious disease report, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible vote on 7/11 Tobacco Violation Appeal
• Discussion and possible vote on Phat Daddy’s Smoke Shop Tobacco Violation
• Continued discussion and possible vote on Tobacco Regulations
• Continued discussion and possible vote on Body Art Establishments and Practitioners – Piercing and Tattooing Regulations
• Health Agent’s Report and Infectious Disease Report

The Wareham Board of Health voted unanimously to issue Phat Daddy's Smoke Shop its first tobacco violation with a $2,000 fine for selling a flavored tobacco vape. The board also approved revised Tobacco Regulations unanimously. Discussion on 7/11's tobacco violation fines and body art regulations was continued to later meetings.

• Approved $2,000 fine for Phat Daddy's Smoke Shop tobacco violation (3-0)
• Approved revised Tobacco Regulations (3-0)
• Approved July 3, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Continued 7/11 tobacco violation discussion to later meeting
• Continued body art regulations discussion to later meeting

Historical Commission

The Wareham Historical Commission will vote on meeting minutes, treasurer's report, and remote participation policy. They will also receive updates on the Captain John Kendrick Museum Rehabilitation Project, discuss Parker Mills Dam, and consider a class on legal documents by Rich Bowen.

• Captain John Kendrick Museum Rehabilitation Project update
• Parker Mills Dam discussion
• Vote on WHC remote participation
• Discussion of a class on legal documents by Rich Bowen
• WHC representative to CPC: Bob Blair

The Wareham Historical Commission met on August 7, 2024, and approved the June 4, 2024 meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. The commission voted to continue remote participation as needed. Updates were given on the Captain John Kendrick Museum rehabilitation project, including near-completion of work and issues with beams and a stolen door knob.

• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted treasurer's report: Gift Account $1170.36, Town Account $200.00 (4-0)
• Voted to continue remote participation as needed

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to discuss and potentially vote on a fence at Besse Park. The body will also review lighting for the Monument at Center Park and provide updates on projects at 59 Main St. and the Kendrick Museum.

• Possible vote on Besse Park fence
• Center Park Monument lighting
• Congregational Church discussion
• Project update for 59 Main St.
• Kendrick Museum update at 100 Main Street

Select Board

The Select Board will consider appointments to the Bylaw Review Committee and Community Preservation Committee, discuss the process for calling a Town Meeting and a notice for the 2024 Annual Fall Town Meeting, and discuss and possibly vote on creating a Road Commission under state law. Other items include a donation to the Council on Aging, funding for SHINE, and approval of curbside billing opt-out and reduction fee applications totaling $731.49.

• Appointments to Bylaw Review Committee (5 candidates, term to April 30, 2025)
• New member appointment to Community Preservation Committee (Robert Blair, term to June 30, 2025)
• Discussion and possible vote on creating a Road Commission per Massachusetts General Law Chapter 90
• Notice of Intent for 2024 Annual Fall Town Meeting
• Discussion and possible vote to approve curbside billing opt-out and reduction fee applications totaling $731.49

Sewer Commissioner

The provided agenda for the July 25, 2024 meeting of the Wareham Sewer Commissioners contains only references to PDF files and no specific decisions, proposals, or discussions. Without agenda items, the meeting appears to be purely procedural or the agenda is incomplete.

The Wareham Board of Sewer Commissioners unanimously approved a $300,000 transfer from the FY24 operating budget reserve for outstanding engineering and contractor services. The board also approved eight contracts, including electrical work, chemical supplies, and polymer services, all by unanimous votes. A consultant report on the wastewater treatment plant was presented, highlighting needed improvements and sludge disposal challenges.

• Approved $300,000 FY24 reserve budget transfer (3-0)
• Approved Multi-State FY25 electrical contract at $125/hour (3-0)
• Approved Multi-State FY24 contract (3-0)
• Approved Borden & Remington Corp. FY25 change order #1 (3-0)
• Approved Atlantic Coast Polymers FY25 contract (3-0)
• Approved Atlantic Coast Polymers FY24 contract retroactively (3-0)
• Approved Knowles Enterprises FY25 contract (3-0)
• Approved Holland Company FY25 contract at $357/gallon (3-0)

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to vote on Memoranda of Agreement (MOA) for Unit A and Unit D. The body will also consider an amended district calendar and budget transfers.

• Vote on MOA – UNIT A
• Vote on MOA – UNIT D
• Vote on Amended District Calendar
• Vote on Budget Transfers
• Vote on Bill and Payroll Warrants

The Wareham School Committee approved memoranda of agreement for Unit A/B (teachers/assistant principals) and Unit D (administrative assistants), with Chair Brogioli abstaining on the Unit A/B vote due to a conflict of interest. The committee also approved an amended 2024-25 school calendar, end-of-year budget transfers, and bill/payroll warrants. A leave request for Mr. Fitzgerald to serve in the NEA was approved 3-2.

• Approved MOA for Unit A/B (4-0-1, Brogioli abstained)
• Approved MOA for Unit D (5-0)
• Approved amended school calendar with reduced PD day and June 16, 2025 last day (5-0)
• Approved final budget transfers (5-0)
• Approved bill and payroll warrants (5-0)
• Approved NEA leave request for Mr. Fitzgerald (3-2)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss and possibly vote on issuing an Enforcement Order for the property at 24 Oak Street (David & Lisa Mather). No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting. The board will also review upcoming deadlines and other routine business.

• Discussion and possible vote on Enforcement Order for 24 Oak Street (David & Lisa Mather)

The Wareham Planning Board discussed a complaint about water runoff at 24 Oak Street but determined the runoff originates from 28 Oak Street, not 24 Oak Street. The board voted to forward the complaint and an emailed report to the Zoning Enforcer for further investigation. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned after the discussion.

• Referred runoff complaint at 24 Oak Street to Zoning Enforcer Mr. Turner for investigation
• Forwarded Mr. Cordeiro's emailed report to Mr. Turner
• Agreed to email Mr. Cordeiro's report to residents who complained
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee

The Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee will discuss financial updates, course improvements, and the status of Mama Mary's hood and plumbing. Previous meeting minutes from May 30, 2024 are up for approval. Some items may require votes.

• Approval of 30 May 2024 meeting minutes
• Financial update on course operations
• Status of course improvements
• Current status of Mama Mary's hood and plumbing
• Membership, leagues, and outings review

The Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee met on July 24, 2024, with all members present. They accepted the previous meeting minutes (5/30/24) unanimously. The financial update showed overall year-to-date revenue up $16,000, with food and beverage and green fees up 10%. Course improvements, equipment repairs, membership trends, and upcoming events were discussed, but no formal decisions were made beyond accepting the minutes.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes of 5/30/24 (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding several property variance and special permit requests. The board will also determine if a settlement agreement constitutes a modification to a previously granted variance.

• Determination of settlement agreement modification for 10 Thirteenth Street
• Special Permit and Variance hearing for Five Star Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, LLC at 161 & 167 Marion Road
• Variance hearing for Francis Reynolds at 23 Mildred Terrace
• Variance, Special Permit, and SPR hearing for Indian Neck Property, LLC at 50 Indian Neck Road
• Variance and Site Plan Review for NSTAR Electric Company dba Eversource Energy at 37 Doty Street

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals approved variances and site plans for Eversource at 37 Doty Street and Fares Realty Corp at 3037 Cranberry Hwy, and granted a variance at 23 Mildred Terrace. The board continued the public hearing for a proposed behavioral health center at 50 Indian Neck Road to August 14, 2024, and continued other matters to later dates.

• Approved insubstantial modification determination for 10 Thirteenth Street (5-0)
• Granted variance at 23 Mildred Terrace per MGL Ch. 40A Sec. 10 (5-0)
• Approved Eversource variance at 37 Doty Street (5-0)
• Approved Eversource site plan with Emerald Greens condition on Doty Street (6-0)
• Granted five variances for Fares Realty Corp at 3037 Cranberry Hwy (4-0-1)
• Continued 50 Indian Neck Road hearing to August 14, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued 386 Main Street to August 28, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued 161 & 167 Marion Road to September 11, 2024 (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a donation for library staff salaries and a letter of support for the Buzzards Bay Coalition's purchase of the Slocum-Gibbs property. The board will also consider appointments to the Cultural Council and a manager change for Wines and More.

• Possible vote to accept $20,000 donation from Wareham Library Foundation for part-time staff salaries
• Possible vote to provide a letter of support to Buzzards Bay Coalition for the Slocum-Gibbs property purchase
• Appointment of Mary McPherson and reappointment of Wendy Brogioli to the Cultural Council
• Application for Change of Manager for ACAP, Inc. dba Wines and More at 2421 Cranberry Highway
• Discussion on appointing a representative to the South Coast Bikeway Alliance

The Wareham Select Board unanimously approved a $20,000 donation from the Wareham Library Foundation for part-time staff salaries, and voted to provide a letter of support for the Buzzards Bay Coalition's purchase of the Slocum-Gibbs property. The board also approved a change of manager for Wines and More, appointed Mary McPherson and reappointed Wendy Brogioli to the Cultural Council, and moved discussion of a South Coast Bikeway Alliance representative to the August 6 agenda.

• Accepted $20,000 donation from Wareham Library Foundation for library part-time staff salaries (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for Buzzards Bay Coalition's Slocum-Gibbs property purchase (4-0)
• Approved change of manager for ACAP, Inc. dba Wines and More (4-0)
• Appointed Mary McPherson to Cultural Council, term to June 30, 2027 (4-0)
• Reappointed Wendy Brogioli to Cultural Council, term to June 30, 2027 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of June 4 and July 9, 2024 meetings (4-0)
• Moved discussion of South Coast Bikeway Alliance representative to August 6 agenda

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss the acceptance of Hidden Trails as a street name and the release of lots from covenants for two properties. The board will also hold discussions regarding a property at 24 Oak Street.

• Release of lots from covenant: 69 Great Neck Road
• Release of lots from covenant: Peyton Estates (Lots 1010-A3 & 1010-D on Map 74)
• Street name acceptance: Hidden Trails
• Discussion: 24 Oak Street
• Repetitive Petition Determination: Angela McKeowen

The Wareham Planning Board voted unanimously to authorize an immediate site inspection of 24 Oak Street due to reported erosion and unapproved work. They also scheduled an emergency Zoom meeting for July 25 to review the inspection report and consider a cease-and-desist order. The board approved street names for Hidden Trails and recommended moving a Dos Amigos bond release to the Selectboard, but that action was voided due to an administrative error on the agenda.

• Authorized immediate site inspection of 24 Oak Street (5-0)
• Scheduled emergency meeting July 25 via Zoom to review inspection (5-0)
• Approved four Hidden Trails street names pending Postmaster approval (5-0)
• Recommended Dos Amigos bond release to Selectboard (5-0), later voided due to wrong project number on agenda
• Approved July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss the Moratorium Memorandum and hold a conditional re-vote to lift the moratorium. The meeting also includes an EDU update and a presentation from GHD regarding headworks, clarifiers, a TMDL grant, and CWMP.

• Re-vote on conditionally lifting the moratorium
• Discussion of Moratorium Memorandum
• EDU Update
• GHD presentation on Headworks/Clarifier, TMDL Grant, and CWMP

Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will discuss and potentially vote on final edits to the draft Wareham Village Urban Renewal Plan. The meeting also includes an update on the WRA internship program and a report from the Director of Planning.

• Final edits to the draft Wareham Village Urban Renewal Plan
• Update on the WRA internship program
• Approval of June 13, 2024 and June 27, 2024 meeting minutes

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss grant applications submitted by July 9, including a request from Pauline Lally for Damien’s Pantry. Members will also review recent payments and the status of open grants and agreements. Additionally, the committee will discuss filling open committee seats.

• Grant application from Pauline Lally for Damien’s Pantry
• Review of recent payments
• Discussion on adding members to fill open committee seats
• Review of changes in status for open grants and grant agreements

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct several continued and new public hearings regarding property use permits. These include requests for special permits, variances, and site plan reviews at various locations. The board will also approve meeting minutes from April 24 and June 26, 2024.

• Special Permit or Variance for Wareham Cran Hwy LLC at 3020 Cran Hwy
• Site Plan Review and Variance for VMB Properties, LLC at 3138 Cranberry Hwy
• Special Permit and Site Plan Review for Walid Eldayha at 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway
• Major Modification Request for Jeffrey M. Shaw at 11 Bridgeview Lane
• Variance request for Warren QOZB LLC at 59 Main Street

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on year-end transfers and required financial actions. The meeting also includes a report from the Town Administrator.

• Year end transfers and financial actions

Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will reorganize for 2025 by reviewing appointments and electing a Chair and Clerk. Members will also discuss the status of Woodland Cove Phase 1 and 6 Chapel Lane. Additionally, the board will review a $60,000 appropriation from the Spring 2010 Town Meeting.

• Reorganization of the Trust for 2025 and election of Chair and Clerk
• Status review of Woodland Cove Phase 1 (56 units) contract and occupancy
• Review of agreement form for 6 Chapel Lane
• Review of $60,000 appropriation from Spring 2010 Town Meeting Article 44
• Project update on 4 West St.

Alternative Energy Committee

The committee will elect a chair and review draft bylaw language for battery energy storage. Members will also discuss updates on funding, consultants, and solar bylaws in other communities. An information item regarding a possible new hydro-electric facility at Tremont Dam is on the agenda.

• Election of Chair
• Report on draft bylaw language for battery energy storage
• Information on a possible new hydro-electric facility at Tremont Dam
• Consideration of committee scope and focus moving forward

Select Board

The board will consider the end of the sewer moratorium and request a financial management review. They will also vote on street closures for the Cape Verdean Festival and various committee reappointments.

• Street closure on Union Avenue for the Cape Verdean Festival on August 10, 2024
• Discussion regarding the end of the sewer moratorium
• Request for a Financial Management Review from the MA Division of Local Services
• Authorization of year-end budget transfers
• Reappointments to the Board of Health and Historic District Commission

Planning Board

The Planning Board will elect new officers and review minutes from June 2024 meetings. The board will also discuss the completion of Phase 1 at Bay Pointe and a street name acceptance for Hidden Trails. Additionally, there is a public hearing regarding a petition determination for 386 Main Street.

• Minor modification request to Special Permit for Target - Wareham Crossing at 2421 Cranberry Hwy
• Election of Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk
• Possible vote on completion of Phase 1 at Bay Pointe
• Street name acceptance for Hidden Trails
• Public hearing for a repetitive petition determination at 386 Main Street

Open Space Committee

The committee will discuss the planning schedule for the 2025–2032 Open Space Plan and potential CPA grants. Updates are scheduled for the Swift Beach, Shangri-la, and Bryant Farm projects. A vote on the chair and clerk positions is also on the agenda.

• Open Space Plan 2025–2032 planning schedule
• CPA grants for survey and open space plan
• Swift Beach playground flooding update
• Shangri-la playground planting update
• Bryant Farm management plan and RDA review

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider a variance request for 2605 Cranberry Highway. The meeting also includes continued discussions regarding tobacco and body art regulations.

• Variance request for 2605 Cranberry Highway
• Tobacco Regulations discussion
• Body Art Establishments and Practitioners regulations
• Health Agent’s Report
• Infectious Disease Report

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss the SouthCoast Hospital Group gazebo and emergency vehicle alternative entrance. The agenda also includes reviews for Besse Park, 59 Main Street, and 100 Main Street.

• SouthCoast Hospital Group – Gazebo and Emergency Vehicle Alternative Entrance
• Besse Park
• 59 Main Street – Warren Property
• 100 Main Street–Kendrick Museum

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting and workshop. The board is also scheduled to discuss and vote on several service contracts and FY24 billing for the Town of Bourne.

• Contracts with Seacoast Supply Inc., Ironclad Environmental Solutions, and Mission Communications LLC
• Review and vote on FY24 billing to be sent to the Town of Bourne
• Approval of June 13, 2024 meeting and workshop minutes

Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will discuss feedback on the draft Wareham Village Urban Renewal Plan, including Narrows Bridge and channel dredging. They may also consider a meeting with Representative Susan Williams Gifford regarding commuter rail resumption.

• Feedback on the Wareham Village Urban Renewal Plan
• Proposed seasonal 'artist shanties' on Merchant’s Way
• Meeting regarding commuter rail resumption
• Potential mural projects in Wareham

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will vote to elect a Chair, Clerk, and Treasurer. Members will also discuss recent payments and applications for the Fall Town Meeting, including one from the Buzzards Bay Coalition.

• Election of CPC Chair, Clerk, and Treasurer
• Discussion of Brandon Abbott's application (Buzzards Bay Coalition)
• Review of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of recent CPC payments

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct continued public hearings for several special permit and variance requests. The board will also hold a new public hearing regarding a variance at 2991 Cranberry Highway. Additionally, the board is scheduled to approve meeting minutes from June 12, 2024.

• Special Permit & Site Plan Review for 2544 and 2506 Cranberry Highway
• Variance request for 2 Tow Road by TTR, LLC
• Appeal regarding 2 Sarabeth Lane by Joseph Sergi
• Special Permit for 2785/2785R Cranberry Hwy by Diamond Investors, LLC
• Variance for 2991 Cranberry Highway by TRT Wareham, LLC

Community Events Committee

The Community Events Committee will review financials, invoices, and requests for funds. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the use of the word “Application” in fund request documents.

• Review of financials
• Requests for funds
• Invoices
• Discussion on the term 'Application' for fund requests

Planning Board

The board is reviewing a proposal for a ground-mounted solar energy generation facility at 91 and 101 Fearing Hill Road. The meeting also includes discussions on a subdivision plan for Crooked River Road and site plan revisions for 15 Tobey Road.

• Solar energy generation facility at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Road
• Definitive subdivision plan for 5 Crooked River Road & 0 Crooked River Road
• Minor revision to approved site plan for Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. at 15 Tobey Road
• Special permit for cluster development at Hidden Trails / Off County Road
• Site plan review for WWPC at 6 Tony’s Lane

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee will review monthly financial reports and summer programming plans. The meeting includes votes on 2024-2025 hourly rates, budget transfers, and a contract amendment for the Superintendent.

• Vote on FY25 budget line items and budget transfers
• Vote on 2024-2025 hourly rates
• Vote on superintendent contract amendment
• Discussion of CARE/SAIL and Extended Summer School programs
• Vote on obsolete furniture and technology

Recycling Committee

The Wareham Recycling Committee will meet to discuss updates to collection methods for items such as bottles, cans, and electronics. The agenda also includes addressing the treasurer's resignation and the need for new committee members.

• Discussion of new collection method for bottles and cans
• Updates on collection for paint, electronics, tires, and batteries
• Report on treasurer resignation and reorganization of the role
• Update on TREX and shred event
• Vote to accept May 2024 meeting minutes

Carver Marion Wareham Regional Refuse Disposal District Committee

The committee will discuss potential votes for Chairperson and Treasurer positions. Members will also review payroll and bill warrants from March through May 2024. A drainage update for the Route 28 Transfer Station is scheduled.

• Possible vote on Chairperson and Treasurer
• Review of payroll and bill warrants for March, April, and May 2024
• Route 28 Transfer Station drainage update
• Decision regarding a review or audit for FY 2024
• Update on $45,000 CD investment at Eastern Bank

Select Board

The Select Board will hold hearings regarding the Urban Renewal Plan and a conservation restriction for property on Towhee Road. The board also plans to discuss earth removal fees and committee assignments.

• Hearing on Urban Renewal Plan consistency with Wareham Master Plan
• Request for approval of conservation restriction on Towhee Road
• Discussion and possible vote on Earth Removal Fees and Permitting
• Discussion and possible vote on Alternative Energy Committee makeup and charge
• Appointments to various town boards and committees

Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will receive an update on the design planning for the Wareham Village coastal pathway, fishing pier, and kayak launch. The meeting also includes a report from the Director of Planning and approval of May 23, 2024 minutes.

• Design planning update for Wareham Village coastal pathway, fishing pier, and kayak launch
• Report from the Director of Planning
• Approval of May 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Minot Forest Committee

The Minot Forest Committee will review minutes from December 2023 and address the need for a fifth member. The agenda also includes a vote on the recommendation to reappoint Autumn Wood and discussions regarding CPA funds balance and future projects.

• Review and approve Dec 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding the need for a fifth member
• Vote on the recommendation to reappoint Autumn Wood
• Update on CPA funds balance
• Discussion of future projects

Sewer Commissioner

The Board will hold a workshop to discuss the sewer moratorium and potential methods to increase revenue via Equivalent Dwelling Units (EDUs). The meeting also includes project updates and authorization for officials to sign sewer bills.

• Discussion on eliminating or selectively allowing residential sewer hookups
• Discussion on increasing revenue through EDU costs or quantity
• Vote to authorize Chair and Vice Chair to sign sewer bills
• GHD project update

Council on Aging

The Board will receive a report regarding Review Article V Meetings. The agenda also includes discussing Council on Aging participation in town functions and approving minutes from April 4 and May 2, 2024.

• Report on Review Article V Meetings
• COA participation in town functions
• Approval of April 4 and May 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Upcoming meetings scheduled for July 4 and August 1, 2024

Cultural Council

The Wareham Cultural Council will review completed grants and the FY24 Annual Report. The meeting also includes a vote to approve minutes from March 6, 2024, and the election of a new clerk and treasurer.

• Vote to approve March 6, 2024 minutes
• Review of completed grants
• Election of new Clerk and Treasurer
• Reading of FY24 Annual Report
• Discussion of yearly Community Survey

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will discuss a work plan for the five-year capital budget regarding the Fall Town Meeting. The committee will also discuss necessary revisions to capital expenditure bylaws.

• Five-year capital budget work plan
• Revisions to capital expenditure bylaws
• Approval of March 27, 2024 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct multiple public hearings regarding special permits, variances, and appeals. The board may also vote on issuing Certificates of Occupancy for Phases 1 and 3 of the Woodland Cove development at 3102 Cranberry Highway.

• Possible vote on Certificates of Occupancy for Woodlands Cove (3102 Cranberry Highway)
• Special Permit and Site Plan Review for 3090 Cranberry Hwy
• Special Permit and Variance for 2 Tow Road
• Site Plan Review/Special Permit for 21 Old Glen Charlie Road
• Public hearings for special permits at 33 West Central Avenue and 16 Pleasant Avenue

Affordable Housing Trust

The meeting includes status updates on pending grants for Woodland Cove and 6 Chapel Lane. The agenda also covers the 2024 annual report and planning for 2025.

• Woodland Cove (Phase 1, 56 Units) occupancy and contract status
• Form of agreement for 6 Chapel Lane
• 2024 Annual Report review
• 2025 planning

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will review the 2025-2032 planning schedule and report on past projects funded by CPA grants. It will discuss updates for the Swift Beach and Shangri-La playgrounds, as well as the Bryant Farm management plan. The meeting concludes with votes to recommend reappointing Carol Malonson and Michael Mercier and appointing Patrick Lester to the Community Preservation Committee.

• Vote to recommend reappointment of Carol Malonson and Michael Mercier
• Vote to appoint Patrick Lester as open space representative on Community Preservation Committee
• Discussion of Swift Beach playground flooding concerns
• Review of draft Bryant Farm management plan and RDA
• Discussion of next project: Lopes expansion and Hammond play area

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting continued public hearings for several site plan reviews. These include a ground-mounted solar facility and cluster development near County Road. The board will also discuss appointing members to local committees.

• Site Plan Review for solar energy at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Road
• Special Permit for cluster development at Hidden Trails / Off County Road
• Time extensions for Borrego Solar Systems at 27 Charge Pond Road and 150 Tihonet Road
• Site Plan Review for Grace Lighthouse Fellowship at 2703 & 2703R Cranberry Hwy
• Appointment of a member to the Community Preservation Committee

Board of Health

The Wareham Board of Health will review applications for new tattoo and piercing practitioners, including Dusk Till Dawn Tattoo and Gio Piercing & Tattoo, LLC. Members will also consider proposed variations to existing establishment rules and vote on updated regulations for body art businesses. The meeting includes routine health agent reports and the approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion and possible vote on Dusk Till Dawn Tattoo-Body Art Piercing Practitioner approval
• Request by Gio Piercing & Tattoo, LLC for Body Art Establishment Variations
• Discussion and possible vote on updated regulations for body art establishments and practitioners
• Approval of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Health Agent’s Report and Infectious Disease Report

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will address items regarding 59 Main Street and 100 Main Street, which houses the Kendrick Museum. The meeting also includes approval of meeting minutes.

• 59 Main Street
• 100 Main Street- Kendrick Museum
• Meeting Minutes Approval

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will review minutes from the May 7, 2024 meeting and hear reports from the Director and Friends and Foundation. Trustees will also consider changing the monthly meeting day and reviewing progress on organizational goals.

• Vote on slate of officers for next year
• Possible change of meeting day to the 4th Tuesday of the month
• Update on June 28 Gala
• Review of Library Rules/Patron Behavior Policy

Select Board

The Select Board will consider disciplinary measures regarding the unauthorized closure of Barnacle Bill’s at 3126 Cranberry Highway. The meeting also includes committee reappointments and a vote to release $803,296.00 for Phase 2 Windward Pines.

• Possible disciplinary measures or license revocation for Barnacle Bill’s
• Release of $803,296.00 for Phase 2 Windward Pines
• Renewal of Highland, Inc. Earth Removal license through July 2, 2027
• Establishment of fees for one-day alcohol and entertainment licenses
• Road closure permits for Parkwood Beach Association events

Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the current status of the golf course, equipment, and membership. The meeting includes a welcome for new member Amanda McCoy and a review of the May 1, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Course condition and update
• Current status of Mama Mary’s
• Equipment status
• Membership situation

Minot Forest Committee

The Minot Forest Committee will meet to review previous minutes and discuss the need and location for trail cameras. The body will also review the balance of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds and future projects.

• Vote on the need and location for trail cameras
• Review of CPA funds balance
• Discussion of upcoming projects

Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will discuss a request for a Wareham Select Board public hearing. The meeting includes a possible vote on endorsing the draft WRA Urban Renewal Plan for Wareham Village.

• Request for Wareham Select Board public hearing
• Endorsement of draft WRA Urban Renewal Plan for Wareham Village
• Approval of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will discuss and vote on changing how Equivalent Dwelling Units (EDUs) are defined for homes, apartments, and condominiums. The board will also consider a moratorium limiting releases to existing dwellings and new dwellings on vacant lots with existing stubs.

• Proposed EDU change: 3 bedrooms or less as base, with .2 EDU increase per additional bedroom
• Contract change order for GHD regarding Kendrick Bypass final invoice
• Contract for Weston & Sampson, Clarifiers and Headworks Oversight Phase 2
• Abatements for 14 Highland Ave, 1 Nimrod Way, and 26 Terry Lane East
• Contract extension with CWL until June 30, 2024, at no additional expense

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss and potentially vote on Certificates of Occupancy for Phases 1 and 3 of Woodland Cove. The board will also hold several public hearings regarding variances and special permits for residential and commercial properties.

• Possible vote on Certificate of Occupancy for Woodland Cove at 3102 Cranberry Highway
• Discussion on Towne Tavern & Tap violation of Certificate of Occupancy
• Use Variance hearing for Wareham Cranberry, LLC at 3020 Cranberry Highway
• Special Permit and Site Plan Review for 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway
• Special Permit for Five Star Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, LLC at 161 & 167 Marion Road

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss updating Host Community Agreements for three cannabis businesses and establishing fees for one-day alcohol and entertainment licenses. The board will also review priority development maps and ratify contracts for the Police Chief and Human Resources Director.

• Possible vote on Host Community Agreements with Smithers Cannabis Testing, Trade Roots, and VeriLife
• Possible vote on Curbside Billing FY24 opt-out and reduction fees of $456.25
• Discussion and possible vote on cemetery fees recommended by Cemetery Commissioners
• Possible vote to ratify contracts for Police Chief Walter W. Correia and HR Director Dorene Allen-England
• Discussion on noise complaints regarding Shenanigan’s Bar & Grill at 2691 Cranberry Highway

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for three special permit requests. The board will also discuss a citizen's complaint regarding a potential zoning violation at Bay Pointe – Windward Pines, Phase II.

• Discussion and possible vote on a zoning violation complaint at Bay Pointe – Windward Pines, Phase II
• Continued public hearing: Hidden Trails / Off County Road for Cluster Development and Site Plan Review
• Continued public hearing: Town of Wareham Site Plan Review at 6 Tony’s Lane
• Continued public hearing: Grace Lighthouse Fellowship Site Plan Review at 2703 & 2703R Cranberry Hwy
• Executive session regarding Wareham PV1, LLC appeal for 0 Route 25

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss and potentially vote on tobacco regulations and the approval of a Dusk till Dawn Tattoo apprentice. The meeting also includes reports from the Health Agent and on infectious diseases.

• Possible vote on Dusk till Dawn Tattoo apprentice approval
• Discussion and possible vote on tobacco regulations
• Health Agent’s Report
• Infectious Disease Report

Recycling Committee

The committee will review the financial status of the group and the role of the treasurer. Members will also discuss volunteer roles and operational areas at the recycling center.

• Review of financial status and meetings with Town Accountant
• Discussion of volunteer roles for paint collection, books, and tipping requests
• Review of pickup procedures for metal, electronics, tires, batteries, and hazardous materials
• Update on Trex and shred event
• Discussion regarding bottle return site

Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will decide on the format and conditions for sending letters of award. Members will also review the status of specific housing projects and potential future grants.

• Decision on format and content of letters of award
• Status of Certificate of Occupancy and contract review for Woodland Cove (Phase 1 56 Units)
• Possible Letter of Award for Woodland Cove
• Possible Letter of Award for 6 Chapel Lane
• Discussion on SHI status

Open Space Committee

The committee will discuss the planning schedule and participants for the Open Space Plan 2025–2032. Members will review reports on past open space projects and recreation activities. Updates are also scheduled regarding Swift Beach playground, Shangri-la playground, and Bryant Farm management plans.

• Planning schedule for Open Space Plan 2025–2032
• Review of OSP 2017-2024 projects report
• Swift Beach playground flooding update
• Shangri-la playground spring planting update
• Bryant Farm management plan and RDA draft review

Minot Forest Committee

The Minot Forest Committee will meet to review previous minutes and discuss the need and location for trail cameras. The body will also review the balance of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds and future projects.

• Vote on need and location for trail cameras
• Review of CPA funds balance

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will hear a presentation from consultant GHD regarding a federally required 20-year wastewater management plan. The board is also considering several contracts and sewer fee abatements.

• Public input on the preliminary draft Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan presented by GHD
• Contract ratification for Carlson Systems for a $35,000 Submersible Pump
• Contract ratification for transcription services with Kelly Barrasso
• Sewer abatements for 14 Highland Ave ($766.82), 1 Nimrod Way ($371.50), and 26 Terry Lane East ($766.82)
• GHD change order to extend expiration date for Kendrick Bypass final invoice

School Committee

The Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School committee will meet to vote on multiple procurement items. These include bread, milk, and surplus bids, as well as various equipment and building maintenance purchases.

• Bread Bid Award (VOTE)
• Milk Bid Award (VOTE)
• Surplus Bid Awards (VOTE)
• FY24 Transportation Stabilization Purchase (VOTE)
• Extraordinary Maintenance Gas Tank Repair (VOTE)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings for several property requests, including use variances and special permits. The board will also review appeals and a modification request for a specific property.

• Use Variance for Wareham Cranberry, LLC at 3020 Cranberry Highway
• Special Permit and Site Plan Review for Walid Eldayha at 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway
• Special Permit for Diamond Investors, LLC at 2785/2785R Cranberry Hwy
• Special Permit or Variance for Joyce & Robert Beckett at 6 Hammond Street
• Appeals for 504 Main Street and 2 Sarahbeth Lane

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to discuss specific properties and public spaces. The agenda includes reviews of two Main Street addresses and two town parks.

• 59 Main Street
• 100 Main Street- Kendrick Museum
• Besse Park
• Center Park
• Membership rules, regulations and training

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss updating Host Community Agreements for Smithers Cannabis Testing and Trade Roots. The meeting includes a public hearing on a FY21 CDBG program amendment and various permit requests for town events.

• Hearing on FY21 CDBG Program Amendment
• Updated Host Community Agreements with Smithers Cannabis Testing and Trade Roots
• Curbside Billing FY24 opt-out and reduction fees of $2,065.84
• Annual Entertainment License for Stella Maris Yoga & Wellness at 7 Elm Street
• Appointment of Ronald Spear as Constable

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee will meet to vote on PreK tuition and the 2025 Grade 8 Washington D.C. trip. The agenda also includes reports from the Superintendent, principals, and special education services.

• Vote on Grade 8 Washington D.C. Trip 2025
• Vote on PreK Tuition
• Vote on School Committee Calendar 2024-25
• Superintendent's report on Bill and Payroll Warrants
• Winter Sports Update from Ed Rodrigues

Council on Aging

The Board of Directors will meet to review the Directors Report and conduct general business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Review of Directors Report regarding Logo

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and potentially vote on tobacco violations for three businesses. The board will also consider a matter regarding 9 Charlotte Furnace Road.

• Tobacco violation vote: 7/11
• Tobacco violation vote: Wines & More
• Tobacco violation vote: Brennan’s Smoke Shop
• Discussion and possible vote on 9 Charlotte Furnace Road

Historical Commission

The Commission will discuss a demolition delay hearing for 15 Ocean Ave. and receive an update on the Captain John Kendrick Museum restoration project. The meeting also includes votes on the treasurer's report and previous meeting minutes.

• Demolition delay hearing: 15 Ocean Ave.
• Captain John Kendrick Museum restoration project update
• Treasurer’s Report and Vote
• Meeting Minutes: Report and Vote
• Discussion of WHC remote participation

Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will discuss a letter to Representative Gifford regarding the Wareham commuter rail and the WRA Urban Renewal Plan for Wareham Village. The meeting also includes updates on Merchants Way infrastructure projects.

• Discussion of letter to Representative Gifford regarding commuter rail
• Discussion of May 13, 2024, public hearing for the WRA Urban Renewal Plan
• Update on coastal pathway, fishing pier, and kayak launch along Merchants Way
• Update on dumpster consolidation along Merchants Way
• Executive session regarding personnel or contract negotiations for Kenneth Buckland

Recycling Committee

The Recycling Committee will meet to discuss paint disposal and a potential fall shred event. The body will also consider the possibility of an on-site book bin from More Than Words.

• Vote on paint collection
• Review of paint disposal and shed opening
• Discussion of fall shred event
• Discussion of on-site book bin from More Than Words
• Trex update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding land use variances, special permits, and appeals. The board will also review a modification request for a property on Bridge View Lane.

• Modification request for 11 Bridge View Lane
• Use variance for Wareham Cranberry, LLC at 3020 Cranberry Highway
• Appeal by Kelsey Mckenna & Jonathan Dallmeyer for 504 Main Street
• Special Permit and SPR for Ezequiel Lacerda at 3090 Cranberry Hwy
• Variance for Sign Design, Inc at 4 Tow Road

Town Meeting

Town voters will decide on several funding transfers, including $850,000 from Certified Free Cash to various reserves. The meeting includes votes on union contracts, capital improvements, and amendments to the Town Charter and General Bylaws.

• Transfer of $850,000 from Certified Free Cash to OPEB Trust, Unemployment Reserve, Stabilization Fund, and Benefits Reserve
• Appropriation of $400,000 for WPCF aeration blowers and three pickup trucks
• Appropriation of $76,000 and $19,937.62 for Tremont Nail Factory site contamination cleanup
• Approval and funding of Collective Bargaining Agreements for Waste Water Treatment Plant Operators and the Foreperson’s Union
• Proposed amendment to the Town Charter to change the budget submission deadline to February 28

Town Meeting

The town will meet to decide on the Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget, capital improvement plan, and revolving fund limits. Voters will also consider the election of several town officers and various budget appropriations for regional schools and emergency services.

• FY25 Revolving Fund limits including $2,500,000 for Solid Waste and Recycling and $1,000,000 for Little Harbor Golf Course
• Appropriation of $250,000 plus $15,207.64 in interest from Community Preservation Act Funds for Tremont Nail Factory site cleanup
• Citizen petition to remove the limit of 3 licensed Marijuana Retailers
• Citizen petition to appropriate $25,000 for the John B. Dixon Recycling Center
• Election of officers for Select Board, Board of Assessors, School Committee, and Housing Authority

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on articles submitted to a Special Town Meeting. The session will be conducted remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion and possible vote regarding articles submitted to Special Town Meeting

Cemetery Commissioners

The Cemetery Commissioners are meeting to review cemetery regulations and handle specific lot and monument requests. The body will vote on a rate change for the disinterment of cremains.

• Vote on cremains disinterment rate change
• Review of Rules and Regulation handbook
• Discussion of lots not used after 75 years
• Protocol for unclaimed remains
• Announcement for new Agawam section

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding several Notice of Intents and Requests for Determination of Applicability. The body will discuss residential builds, a large-scale solar array, and shoreline work. The meeting also includes reviews of enforcement orders for grading and construction within wetland buffers.

• Prime Engineering: Proposal for a large-scale ground-mounted photovoltaic solar array at 370 County Road
• Continental Marina Corp.: Replacement of a wood bulkhead with vinyl sheet pile at 3236 Cranberry Highway
• David Darling: Parking area redevelopment adjacent to Water Wizz Water Park at 3031-3039 Cranberry Highway
• Sandy Beach Association of Point Independence Inc.: Beach nourishment at 14 Cove Street
• Enforcement orders for work within buffers at 4 Canedy Street, 50 Shangri-La Boulevard, and 37 Pine Lane Drive

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on recommendations for the Annual and Special Town Meeting Warrant and Bylaw Review Committee articles. The board is also considering changes to a Conservation Restriction for the Mark's Cove property.

• Renewal of Second Hand Dealers Licenses for 14 entities, including Home Depot and Game Stop
• Renewal of Pawnbrokers License for Gateway Gold & Pawn
• Vote on Fortune Teller permit renewal for Kristina Lisa Burbank
• Proposed changes for the Conservation Restriction on the Mark's Cove property
• Discussion on Annual and Special Town Meeting Warrant Article recommendations

Minot Forest Committee

The Minot Forest Committee will meet to discuss the need and location for trail cameras. The committee will also review the balance of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds and related projects.

• Discussion and vote on trail camera needs and locations
• Review of Community Preservation Act (CPA) fund balance and projects

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will review meeting minutes and a contract policy for Coelho Cleaning Service. Discussion includes sewer usage abatements for specific addresses and updates from C&W Consulting. The board is also reviewing policies regarding user billing and sump pumps.

• Contract policy review for Coelho Cleaning Service
• Sewage usage abatement: 67 Jefferson Shores Rd.
• Sewage usage abatement: 10 Turner Ave.
• Review of rejected drainlayer permit on Broad Street
• Possible 40b future connection at 15 Gibbs Ave

School Committee

The Policy Review Sub-Committee is meeting to review specific school policies. The session will be conducted remotely via Zoom.

• Review of Discrimination Harassment policy (File: JFAA)
• Review of Restraint of Students policy (File: GBBD)
• Review of Social Networking for Staff policy (File: GBDD)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board will meet to determine if the Route 28 reconstruction at 3035 Cranberry Highway is substantially complete. The meeting also includes continued hearings for properties on Main Street, Cranberry Highway, and Tow Road, plus a new public hearing regarding Bank of America.

• Route 28 reconstruction determination: 17-18 Water Wizz, 3035 Cranberry Highway
• Continued appeal hearing: 49-23 Kelsey Mckenna & Jonathan Dallmeyer at 504 Main Street
• Continued special permit and site plan review: 5-24 Walid Eldayha at 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway
• Continued special permit and variance hearing: 6-24 TTR, LLC. at 2 Tow Road
• New public hearing for variances: 11-24 Bank of America at 2991 Cranberry Hwy

Alternative Energy Committee

The committee is meeting to follow up on items from its March 12 meeting. Discussions include drafting a battery storage bylaw with the Planning Board and developing a Strategic Development Plan.

• Drafting of battery storage bylaw with Planning Board
• Development of a Mission Statement for the Strategic Development Plan
• Consultation with SRPEDD
• Discussion of EJ Funding
• Review of a survey and the Marion example

Open Space Committee

The committee will discuss the planning schedule and participant involvement for the 2025–2032 Open Space Plan. Updates are also scheduled regarding flooding concerns at Swift Beach playground and spring plantings at Shangri-la playground. Additionally, members will review a draft management plan for Bryant Farm.

• Open Space Plan 2025–2032 planning schedule discussion
• Swift Beach playground flooding update
• Shangri-la playground spring planting update
• Bryant Farm management plan and RDA draft review
• Review of open space recreation activities from the past seven years

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss progress on goals regarding town government relations, community outreach, and board recruitment. The meeting includes a review of the Library Rules/Patron Behavior Policy and the meeting room policy.

• Review of Library Rules/Patron Behavior Policy
• Review of meeting room policy
• Update on June 28 Gala
• Discussion on board membership recruitment
• Tabling activities for community outreach through June

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss extension requests for solar projects and a site plan review for EverSource Energy. The board is also considering a subdivision extension and the endorsement of a Mylar for a residential project.

• Extension request for 2-lot subdivision at 37-21 Tobia Way
• Mylar endorsement for 36, 42, 48 Robinwood Road
• Extension of time for Borrego Solar Systems at 27 Charge Pond Road
• Extension of time for Borrego Solar Systems at 150 Tihonet Road
• Continued public hearing for EverSource Energy at 37 Doty Street

School Committee

The School Committee will hold a public meeting to review reports from the superintendent, principals, and student representatives. The body is scheduled to vote on a policy regarding Body Mass Index/Physical Examinations and the Parks Scholarship Sub-Committee.

• Vote on Body Mass Index/Physical Examinations policy review
• Vote on Parks Scholarship Sub-Committee
• Vote on SOA
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy

Council on Aging

The Board of Directors will meet to review reports and address old business regarding a lock box and pet policy. The board will also discuss the Massachusetts National Cemetery under new business.

• Discussion of lock box
• Discussion of pet policy
• New business regarding Massachusetts National Cemetery

Historical Commission

The Wareham Historical Commission will meet to vote on a demolition delay permit and review a restoration project update. The body will also discuss meeting minutes, agendas, and remote participation.

• Demo Delay Hearing for Permit B-24-164 at 5 Tyler Ave.
• Restoration project update for Captain John Kendrick Maritime Museum
• Vote on remote participation
• Treasurer's report and vote

Conservation Commission

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The documents referenced are for a meeting on April 3, 2024.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to discuss matters regarding three specific locations. The body will review items related to 59 Main Street, 100 Main Street, and the Besse Park Gazebo.

• 59 Main Street
• 100 Main Street- Kendrick Museum
• Besse Park Gazebo

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on several community event applications and donations. The board will also consider recommending actions for Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles.

• Renewal of Common Victualler and Entertainment licenses for businesses including Cartland, Water Wizz, and Quahog Republic
• Event applications for Harvest Moon Festival, Christmas in the Village, and Illumination Night
• Donations to Council on Aging for $150.00 and $8,000.00
• Donation of $7,500.00 to the Wareham Free Library gift account
• Recommendation of action on Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss operational and financial matters. The session includes reviews of the enterprise fund and the criteria for lifting the current moratorium.

• Discussion of criteria for lifting the moratorium
• Current and future Enterprise Fund funding
• Abatement processes
• Billing information and communication
• Enforcement of sump pump rules

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will review meeting minutes and several abatement requests. The agenda includes potential votes on contract change orders and sewer connection requests.

• Weston & Sampson: Change Order #2 for $450,000
• Norel Service Co.: Change Order No. 1 contract extension
• N. Granese & Son Inc: Agreement for Professional Services, Phase 2
• Broad Street OFF: Sewer Connection Request
• Abatements for 157 Swifts Beach Road, 48 Circuit Ave, 50 Circuit Ave, and 2 Galavotti Ave

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will discuss bylaw review articles posted on the town website. Members will also discuss preparations for presenting these articles at the town meeting.

• Discussion of Bylaw Review Committee articles for Special Town Meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct continued public hearings regarding variances and special permits for several properties. The board will also consider a modification request for a project at 3102 Cranberry Highway.

• Insubstantial Modification request: Dakota Partners, Inc – Woodland Cove – 3102 Cranberry Highway
• Continued hearing: Use Variance for Wareham Cranberry, LLC – 3020 Cranberry Highway
• Continued hearing: Special Permit & Site Plan Review for Walid Eldayha – 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway
• Continued hearing: Special Permit or Variance for Robert & Jeannine Perry – 4 Wareham Lake Shores Drive

Carver Marion Wareham Regional Refuse Disposal District Committee

The Carver Marion Wareham Regional Refuse Disposal District Committee will meet to discuss the election of a Chairperson. The board will also review payroll, bill warrants, and bank statements.

• Vote on Chairperson
• Approval of payroll and bill warrants for December 2023, January 2024, and February 2024
• Review of $45,000 CD investment at Eastern Bank at 5.28% for 9 months
• Review of $50,000 CD maturing April 4, 2024
• Review of OPEB Funding PARS (Plymouth County) Monthly Statement

Capital Planning Committee

The committee will review and vote on the 5-year capital plan for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Members will also vote on capital budget expenditures for the Annual Town Meeting, Special Town Meeting, and Wareham Water Pollution Control Facility.

• Vote on 5-year capital plan for FYE 6/30/25
• Vote on Annual Town Meeting (ATM) capital budget expenditures
• Vote on Special Town Meeting (STM) capital budget expenditures
• Vote on Wareham Water Pollution Control Facility (WPCF) capital budget expenditures

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on articles for the 2024 Spring Special Town Meeting warrant and whether to close that warrant. The board will also consider placing a Charter acceptance ballot question on the Annual Town Election ballot.

• Vote to include 2024 Spring Special Town Meeting Warrant articles
• Vote to close the 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant
• Vote on placing Charter acceptance ballot question on Annual Town Election ballot
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding WCTV

Community Events Committee

The Wareham Community Events Committee will hold its regularly scheduled March meeting to handle routine administrative and financial business. The agenda is procedural boilerplate, listing only standard review items such as a secretary’s report, committee financials, fund requests, and reimbursement inquiries. No specific projects or public hearings are posted.

• Review of committee financial statements
• Discussion of fund requests and reimbursement inquiries
• Processing invoices and accounting signatures

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding site plan reviews and special permits for several properties. The board is also reviewing subdivision plans and an extension request for a lot subdivision.

• Special Permit for Site Plan Review: 2703 & 2703R Cranberry Hwy (Grace Lighthouse Fellowship)
• Special Permit for Site Plan Review: WWPC at 6 Tony’s Lane (Town of Wareham)
• Special Permit for Cluster Development and Site Plan Review: Hidden Trails, Off County Rd (Sarajon Realty, LLC)
• Preliminary Subdivision Plans: 1-13 North Carver Road and 370 County Road
• 2 Lot Subdivision extension request: 37-21 Tobia Way

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to review and vote on a series of district policies and budget transfers. The meeting includes a presentation on the Student Opportunity Act and reports from the Director of Finance and Superintendent.

• Vote on budget transfer
• Vote on bills and payroll warrants
• Policy votes: Measuring Body Mass Index and Controlled Substances Alcohol Use and Testing
• Policy votes: Hiring, Budget Policy, and Domestic Violence Leave
• Policy votes: Chapter 74 Admissions and Districting Areas

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and potentially vote on variance requests for three specific addresses. The meeting also includes reports from the Health Agent and on infectious diseases.

• Variance request for 2 Seahorse Lane
• Variance request for 75 Agawam Lake Shore Drive
• Variance request for 79 Lake Shore Drive

Recycling Committee

The Recycling Committee will review reports on the Trex project and a petition for the Town Meeting warrant. Members will also discuss planning a shred event for the fall and the potential acquisition of a donation box.

• Report on Trex project collection and weight requirements
• Outcome of petition for Town Meeting warrant
• Discussion of fall shred event
• Potential acquisition of donation box from “More Than Words” book collections

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several residential and commercial projects, including a solar array and a 56-lot subdivision. The body will also discuss and vote on amendments to the Wareham Wetland Protective Bylaw for a potential Spring Town Meeting warrant.

• Proposed photovoltaic solar array at 370 County Road
• Proposed 56-lot cluster subdivision at Hidden Trails off County Road
• Bylaw amendments to Division VI, Article I for the April 22 Special Spring Town Meeting
• Enforcement order for retaining walls and grading at 4 Canedy Street
• Beach nourishment and vegetation removal at 14 Cove Street

Road Commission

The Board of Road Commissioners will vote on new Chair and Clerk positions. The meeting also includes potential votes regarding truck restrictions on Plymouth Ave and addresses for the Littleton Housing Project.

• Vote for Chair and Clerk
• Truck restrictions on Plymouth Ave
• Addresses at Littleton Housing Project

Select Board

The Select Board will consider the sale of General Obligation Bonds for the Wareham Elementary School Project and review recommendations for the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. The meeting also includes votes on various liquor license renewals and community event applications.

• Sale of General Obligation Bonds for the Wareham Elementary School Project
• FY2024 Second Half Year Curbside Commitment for $1,344,862.50
• Renewal of liquor licenses for Little Harbor Golf Course, Point Independence Yacht Club, and Quahog Republic
• Donation of $1,300.00 to the Council on Aging from Advocates For Seniors, Inc.
• Application to renew Shellfish Grant No. W-2 for AQUAFARMS, LLC through April 16, 2034

Affordable Housing Trust

The Wareham Affordable Housing Trust will meet to discuss new business regarding 39 Swifts Beach Road and access to SRPEDD resources. The body will also review the status of the Woodland Cove project and 20 Depot St.

• Discussion of 39 Swifts Beach Road
• Access to SRPEDD resources
• Woodland Cove (Phase 1, 56 units) certificate of occupancy and contract review
• Discussion of 20 Depot St.
• Discussion on SHI status

Capital Planning Committee

The committee is meeting to review the revised 5-year capital plan for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Members will discuss and potentially vote on capital budget expenditures for the Annual Town Meeting, Special Town Meeting, and Wareham Powder Coast (WPCF).

• Revised 5-year capital plan for FYE 6/30/25
• ATM capital budget expenditures
• STM capital budget expenditures
• WPCF capital expenditures

Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will discuss a petition to MassDoT to remove railroad tracks along Merchants Way. The meeting also includes an executive session for contract negotiations involving Kenneth Buckland.

• Petition to MassDoT to remove railroad tracks along Merchants Way
• Executive session for personnel negotiations re: Kenneth Buckland
• Approval of minutes from January 25, February 22, and February 29, 2024

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will vote to confirm four actions from the February 14, 2024 meeting. The board will also discuss progress on goals regarding town government relations, community outreach, and library policies.

• Votes to confirm four actions from the 2/14/24 agenda
• Review of Library Rules/Patron Behavior Policy
• Review of meeting room policy
• Update on June 28 Gala
• Discussion on tabling activities through June

Alternative Energy Committee

The committee is meeting to follow up on topics from January, including battery storage safety and the development of a Strategic Development Plan. Members will also discuss fundraising and solar installation issues.

• Battery storage and public safety implications
• Fundraising for Climate Change and Environmental Justice
• Smaller solar installations and Marion regulations
• Educational materials and survey results
• Centralized Siting and Permitting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for a cluster development and a utility site plan. The board will also consider time extensions for two solar projects and a vote to close specific accounts.

• Extension of time for Borrego Solar Systems, Inc. at 27 Charge Pond Road
• Extension of time for Borrego Solar Systems, Inc. at 150 Tihonet Road
• Continued hearing for Sarajon Realty, LLC cluster development (Hidden Trails, Off County Rd.)
• Continued hearing for EverSource Energy site plan review at 37 Doty Street
• Vote to close 53G accounts with funds of $500.00 or less

School Committee

The School Committee will vote on School Choice for 2024-2025 and CMVS 1%. The body will also review a FY25 budget update and kindergarten registration.

• Vote on School Choice 2024-2025
• Vote on CMVS 1%
• FY25 Budget Update
• Vote on Bills and Payroll Warrants
• Kindergarten Registration

Council on Aging

The Board of Directors will meet to conduct routine business and vote for a Chair. The board will also review updated rules and regulations.

• Vote for Chair
• Discussion regarding logo
• Review of updated rules and regulations

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and potentially vote on variance requests for three specific addresses. The meeting also includes reports from the Health Agent and on infectious diseases.

• Variance request for 2 Seahorse Lane
• Variance request for 54 Shady Lane
• Variance request for 3 East Edgewater Drive

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notice of Intents for residential construction, pier reconstruction, and beach nourishment. The body will also discuss a 56-lot cluster subdivision and an enforcement order regarding retaining walls.

• Proposed 56-lot cluster subdivision including roadways and utilities off County Road
• Reconstruction of a licensed pier on the Weweantic River at 11 Madison Street
• Beach nourishment on the east end of Hamilton Beach at 1-17 Reynolds Avenue
• Enforcement order for Canedy Street LLC regarding retaining walls and grading at 4 Canedy Street
• Vote to approve training reimbursements of $866.25

Cultural Council

The Wareham Cultural Council will meet to vote on the January 10, 2023, meeting minutes and review a survey for distribution. The body will also discuss grant updates and logistics for a reception, including food, location, and invitations.

• Vote to approve January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review and acceptance of a survey for distribution
• Grant updates
• Reception planning regarding location, food, and invitations

Historical Commission

The Wareham Historical Commission will meet to vote on a demolition delay permit and a restoration project update. The body will also discuss downtown design standards and remote participation for meetings.

• Demo Delay Hearing for Permit B-24-66 at 48 Shore Road
• Captain John Kendrick Museum restoration project update
• Wareham Downtown Vision and Design Standards discussion
• Vote on remote participation for commission meetings

Historic District Commission

The commission will conduct a public hearing continuation for 59 Main Street and review a signage application for Wareham Elementary School. The agenda also includes an update regarding the Kendrick Museum at 100 Main Street.

• Public hearing continuation for 59 Main Street
• Wareham Elementary School signage application
• Kendrick Museum update at 100 Main Street

Select Board

The Select Board will consider the cancellation of licenses for Barnacle Bill’s and discuss noise complaints regarding Shenanigan’s Bar & Grill. The board will also review Town Meeting Warrant Articles and the appointment of Town Counsel.

• Hearing on the possible cancellation of Barnacle Bill’s Annual Liquor License and Common Victualler Licenses
• Discussion of noise complaints for Shenanigan’s Bar & Grill at 2691 Cranberry Highway
• Possible vote to appoint Town Counsel
• Possible vote to recommend action on annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Possible vote to accept a $44.00 donation to the Library Gift Fund

Planning Board

The Planning Board will address a response letter for a solar farm MEPA review and vote on a covenant release and bond for Bay Pointe Phase 3. The board will also set a public hearing date for the URP review.

• Vote on Bay Pointe Phase 3 covenant release and bond
• Response letter on solar farm MEPA review
• Setting a public hearing date for URP review
• Payment of invoices
• Review of petitions including 370 County Road, LLC and Hidden Trails

Redevelopment Authority

The authority will consider supporting a local automobile club summer car show in Wareham Village with up to $1,500 for marketing and planning. The agenda also includes an executive session regarding negotiations involving Kenneth Buckland or non-union personnel.

• Potential allocation of up to $1,500 for summer car show marketing and promotion
• Executive session regarding negotiations with non-union personnel or Kenneth Buckland
• Approval of February 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Little Harbor Golf Course Advisory Committee

The committee will review the 2023 activity report and current equipment status. Discussions include an update on concession status, tee reconstruction progress, and a proposed opening date.

• Report on winter operations
• Update on Concession status
• Report on 2023 activity
• Current Equipment status
• Update on tee reconstruction

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider special permits and variances for various sites. The board will also review modification requests and a 40B project extension.

• 40B Project extension request for 3128B Cranberry Highway
• Minor modification request for 108 High Street
• Special permit modification for 4 Recovery Road
• Special permit and site plan review for 2544 and 2546 Cranberry Highway
• Special permit and variance request for 3 Tow Road

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on the dates and warrant articles for the 2024 Annual Spring Town Meeting. The board will also consider the release and setting of performance bonds for local subdivisions.

• Establish dates for 2024 Special Spring Town Meeting
• Include and close 2024 Annual Spring Town Meeting Warrant articles
• Release of performance bond for ADM Crane Landing subdivision road
• Set performance bonds for Windward Pines/Bay Pointe at $44,375.00 (Phase 3) and $221,542.00 (Phase 2)
• Renewal of a Host Community Agreement

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss bond and covenant adjustments for Windward Pines, including a $44,375.00 bond for Phase 3. The board is also considering time extensions for two Borrego Solar Systems projects and continuing hearings on subdivision plans.

• Windward Pines: Possible vote to set Phase 3 bond at $44,375.00
• Borrego Solar Systems: Extension of time for 27 Charge Pond Road
• Borrego Solar Systems: Extension of time for 150 Tihonet Road
• 370 County Road, LLC: Site Plan Review, Special Permit, and Preliminary Subdivision Plan
• Christi, LLC: Preliminary Subdivision Plan for 1-13 North Carver Road

Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will discuss next steps for the Wareham Village Urban Renewal Plan and an update on air rights plan assistance. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the annual budget, a summer internship, and engineering contract updates for Merchants Way.

• Next steps in the Wareham Village Urban Renewal Plan process
• Update on AIA application for Wareham Village air rights plan assistance
• Creation of WRA’s annual budget
• WRA summer internship program
• Engineering contract update for Merchants Way dumpster enclosures

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss finalized articles and procedures for the Town Meeting process, including a proposed public hearing. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding an Open Meeting Law Violation.

• Discussion of finalized articles and Town Meeting process
• Proposed public hearing
• Discussion of Open Meeting Law Violation

Conservation Commission

The Wareham Conservation Commission will hold public hearings to discuss various site improvements, septic upgrades, and residential construction. The body will also consider a donation of property at 33 Indian Neck Road.

• Proposed large-scale ground-mounted photovoltaic solar array at 370 County Road
• Proposed 56-lot cluster subdivision including roadways and utilities off County Road
• Vote to approve acceptance of donation of 33 Indian Neck Road
• Enforcement order for retaining walls and grading at 4 Canedy Street
• Beach nourishment on the east end of Hamilton Beach, 1-17 Reynolds Avenue

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and potentially vote on variance requests for two specific addresses. The meeting also includes reports from the Health Agent and on infectious diseases.

• Variance request for 2 Seahorse Lane
• Variance request for 10 Albatross Avenue
• Health Agent’s Report
• Infectious Disease Report

Recycling Committee

The Recycling Committee will meet to review secretary and treasurer reports. The body will discuss the continuation of the Trex project, the placement of a bench, and a town article.

• Trex project new rules
• Discussion regarding a bench
• Discussion of town article

Capital Planning Committee

The committee is meeting to review a revised 5-year capital plan for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The body will also discuss items related to the Police Department, Public Schools, and the Pollution Control Facility.

• Review of revised 5-year capital plan for fye 6/30/25
• Wareham Police Dept. discussion
• Wareham Public Schools discussion
• Wareham Pollution Control Facility discussion

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to discuss an initiative to include manufactured homes in affordable housing. The body will also review the status of several specific housing projects and amend previous meeting minutes.

• Initiative to include manufactured homes in affordable housing
• Woodland Cove (Phase 1, 56 units) occupancy and contract status
• Letter of support for 15 Gibbs Ave
• Letter of support for Crossroads Apartments Senior Affordable Local Initiative Project at 242 Sandwich Road

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on a $3 million bond for the Swifts Beach Sewer Line. The board is also considering a $20,000 donation to the Library Foundation Gift Account and a five-year ban on net smelt harvesting in the Weweantic River.

• Possible vote on $3 million Swifts Beach Sewer Line Bond
• Possible vote to accept $20,000 donation from Wareham Free Library
• Possible vote to close net smelt harvesting in the Weweantic River for five years
• Confirmatory vote for Trails Grant application for Wareham Land Trust property on Main Street
• Possible vote to execute employment agreement for Derek D. Sullivan

Road Commission

The Board of Road Commissioners will discuss a request for truck restrictions on Plymouth Avenue. They will also consider relocating a bus stop from the Indian Neck Road entrance to Diamond Avenue at Parkwood Beach.

• Request for truck restrictions on Plymouth Ave
• Bus stop relocation from Indian Neck Road to Diamond Ave at Parkwood Beach
• Approval of January 29, 2024 meeting minutes

School Committee

The Wareham School Committee will meet to vote on the MSBA Accelerated Repair Program for Wareham High School. The body will also consider votes on bills, payroll warrants, and seven different district policies.

• Vote on MSBA Accelerated Repair Program for Wareham High School windows and doors
• Vote on bills and payroll warrants
• Vote on policies including Crisis Response and Public Records
• Vote on policies for Animals in the Classroom and Service Animals
• Review of January Finance and Grants reports

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss and potentially vote on the appointment of Rich Wolverton as a new member and the adoption of a Long Range Plan. The board will also review policies regarding patron behavior, meeting rooms, and materials collection.

• Vote on membership application from Rich Wolverton
• Discussion and possible vote on Long Range Plan
• Review of Library Rules/Patron Behavior Policy
• Review of meeting room and materials collection policies
• Discussion of summer hours

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss recent payments and WCTV filming of meetings. The body will also review grant applications and vote on articles for the spring and special spring CPA town meetings.

• Vote on spring and special spring CPA town meeting articles
• Discussion of grant applications for Spring Town Meeting
• Review of recent CPC payments

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several requests for variances and special permits for residential and commercial properties. The board will also consider a modification to a special permit for a business and a continued appeal hearing.

• Minor modification of special permit for DB Delivery MA, LLC dba Doobie at 4 Recovery Road
• Appeal hearing for Karen DeMichele regarding 43 South Blvd
• Special permit or variance request for Richard & Christine Wiggin at 16 Turner Avenue
• Variance request for Ryan Vlaco, Burkely Ryan Realty Trust at 72B Burgess Point Road
• Variance request for Richard Zine at 10 Charlie Avenue and James & Colleen Dube at 16 Worrall Avenue

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to discuss an initiative to include manufactured homes in affordable housing. The body will also review the status of several specific housing projects and amend minutes from multiple 2023 meetings.

• Initiative to include manufactured homes in affordable housing
• Woodland Cove (Phase 1, 56 units): Certificate of Occupancy and Town contract review status
• 15 GipBs Ave: Letter of Support
• Crossroads Apartments Senior Affordable Local Initiative Project (242 Sandwich Road): Letter of Support

Open Space Committee

The committee is discussing the planning schedule for the 2025-2032 Open Space Plan. Members will also receive updates on the Swift beach playground, Shangri-la playground, and Bryant farm management plan.

• Open Space Plan 2025 - 2032 planning schedule discussion
• Swift beach playground update
• Shangri-la playground update
• Bryant farm management plan and RDA update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings regarding a cluster development and board rules. Members will also discuss potential votes on bond releases and covenants for Windward Pines.

• Special Permit for Cluster Development and Site Plan Review for Hidden Trails, Off County Rd (Sarajon Realty, LLC)
• Discussion and possible vote on Windward Pines Phase 3 Covenant Release and Bond
• Discussion and possible vote on Windward Pines Phase 2 partial release of tripartite agreement
• Discussion and possible vote on Windward Pines Phase 1 Reset Bond
• Endorsement of Mylar for 24 Oak Street (David & Lisa Mather)

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially vote on articles for the Special and Annual Town Meetings. The board will also consider dismissing two previous town meeting articles and a change order for GHD Request 2021-WW-01.

• Discussion and possible vote on Articles for STM and ATM
• Possible vote to dismiss Article S14 of April 24, 2023 Special Town Meeting
• Possible vote to dismiss Article 17 of October 24, 2022 Town Meeting
• Discussion and possible vote on GHD Request 2021-WW-01 Change Order NO. 5

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to discuss and potentially vote on a moratorium exception for the Housing Authority. The board will also review meeting minutes from January 2024.

• Discussion and possible vote on Housing Authority Exception to the moratorium

School Committee

The Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School Committee will meet to discuss the FY25 preliminary budget and vote on several items. Decisions include the approval of an out-of-state field trip and the 2024-2025 school calendar. The committee will also vote on a Statement of Interest for the MSBA and the final adoption of multiple school policies.

• Vote on 2024-2025 School Calendar
• Vote on MSBA Statement of Interest
• Discussion of FY25 Preliminary Budget
• Vote on out-of-state field trip approval
• Final adoption of policies regarding Superintendent's Contract, Free School Meals, and Curriculum Development

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee is meeting to follow up on a discussion regarding bylaws that may be deleted. Members will also discuss the critical path to the Town Meeting.

• Discussion of bylaws that may be deleted
• Discussion of critical path to Town Meeting

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and potentially vote on tobacco violations for several local businesses. The board is also reviewing variance requests for two specific properties. The meeting includes reports from the Health Agent and on infectious diseases.

• Tobacco violation votes for 7/11, B2B, Brennan’s Smoke Shop, and Mayflower Liquors
• Variance request for 12 Mayflower Lane
• Variance request for 75 Agawam Lake Shore Drive

Historical Commission

The provided agenda for the February 7, 2024, meeting contains only file references and procedural placeholders. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the text.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to discuss specific properties on Main Street and funding for design guidelines. A public hearing is scheduled for the Danny Warren Restaurant.

• Public hearing for 59 Main Street (Danny Warren Restaurant)
• Discussion regarding 100 Main Street (Kendrick Museum)
• Funding for WHDC Design Guidelines

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct hearings for alcoholic beverage and entertainment licenses for Retrocade LLC and Warrens Harborview. The board will also discuss various town business items, including a potential reduction in Finance Committee membership and the 2024 Annual Spring Town Meeting date.

• Liquor and entertainment license hearings for Retrocade LLC (176 Main Street) and Warrens Harborview
• One-day liquor license application for Robert Brady, Jr. for the Wareham Oyster Festival
• Proposed reduction of Finance Committee members from nine to seven
• Donation of $728.30 from Advocates for Wareham Seniors, Inc. to the Council on Aging
• Proposed amendment to the CPC tax from 3% to 1%

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to vote on bills, payroll warrants, and the Spring Town Warrant. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation
• Vote on bills and payroll warrants
• Vote on Spring Town Warrant
• Vote on McKinney-Vento
• Report on PASS Program Spring Semester from Jane Fondulis

Council on Aging

The Board of Directors is meeting to conduct routine business and welcome a new member. The board will discuss the appointment of an interim chair and entrance signage for the facility.

• Welcome of new member Celine Hassell
• Discussion of COA entrance floor directory signage
• Selection of an Interim Chair
• Interview of a prospective new member
• Discussion of the organization's logo

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will review the five-year capital plan for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The body will also review capital expenditure requests intended for the Spring 2024 Special Town Meeting.

• Review of 5 year capital plan for fye 6/30/25
• Review of capital expenditure requests for Spring 24 Special Town Meeting

School Committee

The Regional School Committee Budget Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025. The body will also review minutes from the January 2, 2024 meeting.

• FY25 Preliminary Budget Discussion
• Approval of January 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will discuss the MEPA scope and review for the Wareham Village Urban Renewal Plan, including steps for adoption. The meeting also includes discussions regarding air rights and coastal path planning.

• Review of Wareham Village (WV) Urban Renewal Plan
• Possible vote on WV air rights
• Update on engineering contract for Merchants Way dumpster enclosures
• Possible vote on focus group invitation for WV Coastal Path planning

Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee is meeting to discuss which bylaws may be deleted with Rich Bowen. The committee will also report on discussions with other departments and boards and determine a path forward.

• Discussion of bylaws that may be deleted
• Report on meetings with other departments and boards
• Discussion of path forward

Cemetery Commissioners

The Cemetery Commissioners will discuss the protocol for unclaimed remains and lots unused after 75 years. The board is also reviewing cemetery rules and regulations and capacity rights for cremated remains.

• Protocol for unclaimed remains
• Lots not used after 75 years
• Review of Rules & Regulations
• Capacity rights for cremated remains
• Stonewalls at Agawam

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding variances and special permits for several properties. The board will also discuss and potentially vote on rules and regulations for Special Permits and Site Plan Reviews.

• Use Variance for Wareham Cranberry, LLC at 3020 Cranberry Highway
• Special Permit and Variance for Joshua DeOlim at 2613 Cranberry Hwy
• Special Permit and SPR for Ezequiel Lacerda at 3090 Cranberry Hwy
• Variance for Mark St. Jean at 11 Kendrick Road
• Use Variance/Appeal for Samiat Finni at 19 Nicholas Dr

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to discuss items regarding 59 Main Street and 100 Main Street. The body will also address CPC funding for WHDC Design Guidelines.

• 59 Main Street (Danny Warren Restaurant)
• 100 Main Street (Kendrick Museum)
• CPC funding for WHDC Design Guidelines

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss site plan reviews and special permits for several private and town projects. The meeting includes a possible vote on a decision for 24 Oak Street and a public hearing for the Town of Wareham regarding 6 Tony’s Lane.

• Possible vote on drafted decision for David & Lisa Mather at 24 Oak Street
• Public hearing for Town of Wareham Special Permit for Site Plan Review at 6 Tony’s Lane
• Request to reopen public hearing for 370 County Road, LLC
• ANR reviews for 13 & 17 Over Jordan Road and 0 Tihonet Road
• Continued hearing for EverSource Energy at 37 Doty Street

Sewer Commissioner

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to discuss the progress of the Swifts Beach Project. The meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2024.

• Discussion of Swifts Beach Project/Progress

School Committee

The committee will vote on the 2024-2025 district calendar and the Wareham High School Program of Studies. The meeting includes a review of December financial reports and budget transfers.

• District Calendar 2024-2025 VOTE
• Pilot Clubs, Wareham High School VOTE
• Wareham High School Program of Studies VOTE
• December Financial Report and Budget Transfer VOTE

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee is meeting to finalize the separation of exhibits into general categories. Members will also report on discussions with other boards and departments and review exhibit contents.

• Finalizing exhibit categorization
• Reports on inter-departmental meetings
• Discussion of exhibit contents

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and potentially vote on tobacco violations for several retail locations. The meeting also includes reports from the Health Agent and on infectious diseases.

• Tobacco violation vote: 7/11
• Tobacco violation votes: B2B, Cumberland Farms, Nouria, Pepin’s Liquors
• Tobacco violation votes: Speedy Mart/Mobil, Wareham Country Market, Brennan’s Smoke Shop
• Health Agent’s Report
• Infectious Disease Report

Recycling Committee

The committee will review reports from the Secretary and Treasurer. Discussion includes updates on the current Trex project and future plans for plastics collection.

• Report on completion of current Trex project
• Future plans for plastics collection
• Ongoing work at the Center

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on residential renovations and larger development projects. The body will also consider approving two conservation restrictions for recommendation to the Select Board.