Webster public meetings in 2023

Historical Commission

The Webster Historical Commission is meeting to review old business including a demolition delay bylaw and the FY2025 budget. The commission will also consider tax letter credit requests for Rock Castle and the Thompson School.

• FY2025 Budget
• Demo Delay Bylaw
• MHRTC Tax Letter Credit Request for Rock Castle
• MHRTC Tax Letter Credit Request for Thompson School
• MHC Survey and Planning Grant

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will interview Marilyn Mathieu and Brian Perry for the Fifth Member position. The board will also review financial reports and approve December 2023 warrants.

• Interviews for Fifth Member position with Marilyn Mathieu and Brian Perry
• Approval of December 2023 warrants totaling $387,229.24
• Transfer of accumulated deductions for Sierra Yuras to the Leominster Retirement Board
• Legal contract extension
• Evidentiary hearing discussion for Lucille Bernier

Contributory Retirement System

The Webster Contributory Retirement System will conduct interviews and potentially vote on a Fifth Member. The board will also review financial reports and discuss a legal contract extension.

• Interviews and potential votes for Fifth Member candidates Marilyn Mathieu and Brian Perry
• Review of PRIT Report and Economic Outlook Report
• Vote on December 2023 Warrants for payroll and payables
• Potential vote on a legal contract extension
• Discussion and potential vote regarding an evidentiary hearing for Lucille Bernier

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will meet to welcome new members and hold discussions and possible votes regarding a Winter Luau and grant applications.

• Possible vote on Winter Luau
• Possible vote on grant applications

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss the bid process, design team status, and modular unit progress. Members may vote to approve previous meeting minutes and a warrant.

• Review of November 16, November 20, and December 4 meeting minutes
• Bid process update including addendums and bid dates
• Modular unit punch list progress and change orders
• Status and schedule of the vertical chair lift
• BHS boiler update

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting via remote participation to address old business. The primary item for discussion is the preservation bylaw with Jenn Doherty, the MHC Local Government Programs Coordinator.

• Discussion of Preservation Bylaw

Office of Community Develpoment

The Office of Community Development is holding a public meeting to amend and update the Town's Community Development Strategy (CDS). The body will discuss unmet housing and community development needs to identify goals for the next 3 to 5 years.

• Discussion of unmet housing and community development needs
• Amendments to the Community Development Strategy (CDS)
• Planning for CDBG and non-CDBG fund priorities

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public listening session regarding a marijuana cultivation facility at 30 Worcester Road. The board will also review several site plan applications for commercial buildings and parking expansions.

• Public listening session: Marijuana Cultivation Facility at 30 Worcester Road (Curaleaf MA)
• Special Permit and Site Plan for gasoline station and convenience store at 128-138 East Main Street and 6 Thompson Road
• Site Plan Approval for new commercial building at 50 Cudworth Road
• Site Plan Application for dentist office and parking reconfiguration at 59 East Main Street
• Modification of Site Plan for commercial parking expansion at 300 Thompson Road

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster Middle School Council is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss school operations. The agenda includes reviews of the budget process, MCAS data, and family engagement.

• Approval of 11/9/23 minutes
• Budget process discussion
• MCAS review
• Field trips
• Family engagement

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and address a signage question involving the School Department.

• Discussion of signage question with School Dept

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss a trust fund proposal for collection desk screens and a first reading of the programming policy. The board will also review the LSTA grant letter of intent and holiday schedules.

• Trust fund proposal for collection desk screens
• First reading of programming policy
• LSTA grant letter of intent
• Holiday closures and schedules

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing regarding a variance application for 30 Mechanic Street. The applicant seeks relief from side yard setback requirements to construct a new duplex.

• Variance application for a new duplex at 30 Mechanic Street (Assessor ID 1-Q-6-0 and 1-Q-8-0)

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee will review reports from the Superintendent, Business Manager, and Bartlett High School Principal. The body is scheduled to decide on a specific job description and a fund transfer for the Middle School.

• Approval of Job Description for Adult Education Lead ESOL Instructor
• Approval of transfer request from Webster Middle School Student Activity Savings Account to Checking Account
• Report on Adult Education Grant increase
• Building Committee and Maintenance updates
• Monthly report on fundraising applications

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review and vote on the renewal of numerous local licenses for calendar year 2024, including alcohol, common victualler, and auto dealer licenses. The board will also consider new license applications and appointments to town councils.

• Renewal of 24 All Alcohol Restaurant licenses, 8 All Alcohol Club licenses, and 29 Common Victualler licenses
• Common Victualler’s license application for Platinum Nutrition at 178 Main Street
• One-Day Liquor License for Friends of the Library for a January 18, 2024 event
• Change of Manager application for Kosciuszko Society dba Bush Hall at 10 Dresser Street
• Vote on the Town Administrator’s revised contract

Water Sewer Commission

The commission will review updates on the Lake Street water main replacement and the aeration project. Members will discuss a proposal for indirect costs and water/sewer main extension fees. The meeting also includes a review of PFAS testing reports.

• Lake Street Water Main Replacement update
• Water/Sewer Main Extension Fees
• Indirect Cost Proposal from Matt Abrams
• Private water service connection for 105 Gore Rd and 110 Minebrook Rd
• Mass DOT Project (RT 16 - RT 395 Interchange)

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The body will meet to approve minutes and receive updates from regional health coordinators and staff. The agenda consists of procedural updates and reports.

• Shared Services Coordinator Update
• Community Health Coordinator Update
• Regional Health Inspector Update
• Public Health Nurse Update
• Epidemiologist Update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to conduct discussion and action items. The agenda includes a specific request regarding a well variance at 105 Gore Road.

• Well Variance Request — 105 Gore Road

SWCCC Board of Directors

The South Worcester County Communications Center Board of Directors will discuss the FY2025 budget proposal and the CY2023 year-end report. The board will also review the FY2024 Q2 budget and the IMA renewal.

• FY2025 Budget Proposal
• FY2024 Q2 Budget Review
• Budget transfer of $1,743.11 from Public Safety Dispatchers to Sick Leave Incentive
• Budget transfer of $342.65 from Employee Training to Other Charges & Expenses
• Executive session regarding pending litigation

School Building Committee

The committee is meeting to reconsider the warrant from the November 20, 2023, meeting and to approve the current meeting warrant. The agenda consists of procedural items.

• Reconsideration of 11/20/23 Meeting Warrant

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review reports from the Senior Center Director and the Friends of Senior Center. The agenda includes updates regarding custodial and flooring issues.

• Review of November 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Update on custodial issue
• Update on flooring issue

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss the library's strategic plan. The board will also review the respective roles of the Trustees, Friends, and staff.

• Strategic Plan overview
• Review of roles for Trustees, Friends, and Staff

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will review financial reports and vote on payroll and payable warrants. The board is also deciding on the transfer, refund, and buy-back of retirement deductions for several former and current employees. Additionally, the board will discuss interviews for the Fifth Member position and an evidentiary hearing.

• November 2023 Warrants: Payroll $373,099.57 and Payables $50,561.92 (Total $423,761.49)
• Buy-back of service for Lisa Kontoes (Webster School Department) for 3 years and 5 months
• Transfer of deductions for Elizabeth Smarra and Bethany Perry
• Refund of deductions for Ronald Antos (Webster Fire Department)
• Interviews for the Fifth Member position

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee will meet to review superintendent, business manager, and principal reports. The body will discuss the acceptance of food donations for families and the approval of an out-of-state field trip for BHS Art students.

• Approval of BHS Art students field trip to New York City
• Acceptance of approximately 25 turkey meals from Greek Church for Webster Middle School families
• Acceptance of 15 Thanksgiving Baskets from Greek Church for Park Ave families
• Review and signing of warrants, bills, payroll, and vouchers

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority is meeting to review warrants and vouchers. The body will discuss grant updates for Davis Street and staffing for FFY2022-2023, as well as a grant application for FFY2024.

• Open Grant update (FY2021) for Davis Street
• FFY2022-2023 grant staffing
• FFY2024 grant application
• Warrant and voucher review

Historical Commission

The Webster Historical Commission will meet to discuss a survey and planning grant and a preservation bylaw. The commission also plans to introduce Peter Benton of Heritage Strategies and review a related contract.

• MHC Survey and Planning Grant
• Contract for Peter Benton, Heritage Strategies
• Preservation Bylaw

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider draft decisions for PFAS facilities and a residential special permit. The meeting includes reviews for high school renovations, a new commercial building, and a gasoline service station proposal.

• Site Plan Review for Bartlett High School renovations at 52 Lake Parkway
• Site Plan Approval for a new commercial building at 50 Cudworth Road
• Special Permit and Site Plan for a gasoline service station and convenience store at 128-138 East Main Street and 6 Thompson Road
• Draft decisions for PFAS facilities at 6 Memorial Beach Drive and 29 Bigelow Road
• Discussion on odor mitigation for Curaleaf marijuana facility at 30 Worcester Road

Cable Advisory Board

The Cable Advisory Committee is meeting to review and potentially vote on a contract budget proposal. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from September 6, 2023.

• Discussion and possible vote on contract budget proposal
• Approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes

School Building Committee

The committee will review general contractor and FSB bid results and may vote on a recommendation for award. The meeting includes updates on the project schedule, modular units, and MSBA funding.

• Review of GC and FSB bid results
• Potential vote on recommendation for award
• Update on modular unit punch list progress
• Status and schedule of vertical chair lift
• Potential vote to approve the warrant

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on updates regarding the bidding process and project schedule.

• Bidding process updates
• Project schedule updates

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee will meet to discuss and approve the Superintendent's 2023-2024 goals and the 2023 School Resource Officer Memorandum of Understanding. The body will also review a job description for the Director of Curriculum and Instruction.

• Approval of 2023 School Resource Officer Memorandum of Understanding
• Discussion and approval of Superintendent 2023-2024 Goals
• Approval of Director of Curriculum and Instruction job description
• Approval of surplus books from Webster Middle School Library
• Acceptance of donations to Park Avenue Elementary School

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting jointly with the Board of Selectmen. The primary purpose of the meeting is to address a board appointment.

• Appointment of Brett Bergeron to the Board of Health

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a gas station and convenience store project and a lot coverage permit. The board will also discuss site plans for Bartlett High School renovations and two PFAS facilities.

• Special Permit for gasoline service station and convenience store at 128-138 East Main Street and 6 Thompson Road
• Special Permit for lot coverage and groundcover clearing at 6 Black Point Road
• Site Plan Review for Bartlett High School renovations at 52 Lake Parkway
• Site Plan modifications for PFAS facilities at 6 Memorial Beach Drive and 29 Bigelow Road
• Chapter 91 License Applications for docks at 69 Colonial Road and 68 Lakeside Avenue

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will conduct a public hearing to establish the tax burden for each property class for FY 2024. The board will also consider appointments to the Board of Health and Cultural Council, as well as a request regarding a cannabis host community agreement.

• Public hearing to establish FY 2024 tax classifications
• Request by Webster Cannabis Company, LLC for assignment of Host Community Agreement for 4 Town Forest Road, Unit A
• Possible vote to authorize voluntary acceptance of Firefighters Local 5462
• Possible appointment of Brett Bergeron to the Board of Health
• Discussion and possible vote on relocating a National Grid pole at 10 Black Point Road

Webster Middle School Council

The School Council will meet to discuss the role of the council and priorities for the 2023-24 school year. The agenda includes a review of MCAS data and general school updates.

• Review of MCAS results
• Discussion of District and School priorities for 23/24
• Overview of the Role of School Councils

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a variance for a new duplex and an appeal regarding enforcement of building and parking violations. The board will also review special permit and variance applications for residential structures.

• Appeal regarding illegal event parking, unpermitted sheds, porches, and propane tanks at 200 Gore Road
• Special Permit Application for expansion of a non-conforming garage at 15 Point Pleasant Avenue
• Variance application for a shed setback at 1 Fourth Street
• Variance application for side yard setbacks to construct a new duplex at 30 Mechanic Street

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review the Year 1 Action Plan for strategic planning. The board will also discuss a trust fund proposal for collection desk window screens and a request for reconsideration regarding the collection policy.

• Strategic Planning: YEAR 1 Action Plan
• Trust fund proposal for collection desk window screens
• Collection policy review and request for reconsideration
• LSTA grant application
• Holiday closures and schedule

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance application. The request seeks relief from front yard setback requirements to allow the construction of a duplex.

• Variance application for 30 Mechanic Street submitted by Dennis Dean, Hometown Property Group, Inc.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a draft decision regarding enforcement of illegal parking and construction at 200 Gore Road. The board will also hold public hearings for variance requests at 1 Fourth Street and 30 Mechanic Street.

• Appeal regarding illegal event parking and unpermitted construction at 200 Gore Road
• Special Permit for garage expansion at 15 Point Pleasant Avenue
• Variance for shed installation setbacks at 1 Fourth Street
• Variance for duplex construction setbacks at 30 Mechanic Street

Council on Aging

The Council will review reports from the Senior Center Director and Friends of Senior Center. The meeting includes a scheduled discussion with Town Administrator Rick LaFond regarding facility maintenance, janitorial services, and Elderbus service details.

• Status of floor repairs at the Senior Center
• Status of janitorial services at the Senior Center
• Discussion on Elderbus/Transportation contracting and ridership data
• Update on application for Paul Virgadamo

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review the Health Director's report and a candidate for the board. The meeting includes a discussion on litigation involving 106 Douglas Road.

• Approval of September 11, 2023 minutes
• Introduction of Board Member Candidate
• Staffing update from Health Director
• Litigation update for 106 Douglas Road

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss the hiring of a Regional Health Inspector.

• Regional Health Inspector hiring

Water Sewer Commission

The Commission is meeting to receive updates on water and sewer department operations. Discussions include PFAS testing, water main replacements, and a sewer aeration project. The body will also review a technical memo regarding the water service line inventory.

• Monthly PFAS Testing Report
• Lake Street Water Main Replacement
• Meter Replacement Project
• WWTP Sludge Residual Issue
• Tighe & bond Technical Memo on Water Service Line Inventory

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting originally scheduled for October 30, 2023, has been rescheduled. The meeting will now take place on Monday, November 13, 2023.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application for a property at 6 Black Point Road. The request concerns lot coverage exceeding 40% and the removal of groundcover vegetation for more than 70% of the lot area.

• Special permit application for 6 Black Point Road regarding lot coverage and vegetation removal

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on recommendations for three articles on the October 30, 2023 Town Meeting Warrant. The session also includes a review of committee procedures.

• Recommendation for Article 6: Amend General By-Laws Chapter 488, Section 3
• Recommendation for Article 7: Amend General By-Laws Chapter 302, Section 2
• Recommendation for Article 8: Amend General By-Laws Chapter 260, Section 2
• Review of By-Law Committee procedures

Water Sewer Commission

The Webster Water Sewer Commission is meeting jointly with the Dudley Water/Sewer Commission. The body will discuss the Intermunicipal Agreement (IMA) true up and changes to the IMA, as well as capital and replacement costs.

• IMA true up
• Capital and replacement costs discussion
• Discussion of changes to the Intermunicipal Agreement (IMA)

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will vote on disability retirement, refund of deductions, and service transfers for former town and school employees. The board will also discuss private equity for the 2024 vintage year and review the PRIT report.

• Accidental Disability Retirement Application of Lucille Bernier
• Refund of accumulated deductions for Robin Gariepy
• Transfer of deductions for Jocelyn Grant (14 years, 7 months service)
• Transfer of deductions for Tara Whiting (1 year, 7 months service)
• Discussion regarding Private Equity Vintage Year 2024

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee will meet to approve minutes from October 10 and receive updates from the Superintendent, Business Manager, and Bartlett High School Principal. Reports will cover personnel, family engagement, building projects, and school initiatives like homecoming, attendance, and a community partnership. The meeting also includes a student representative update and approval of financial warrants.

• Principal Ryan Collins to report on homecoming, attendance, and block scheduling at Bartlett High School
• Business Manager to provide building committee and maintenance updates
• Student representative Muhammad Aslam to recap homecoming and sports
• Approval of warrants, bills, payroll, and vouchers

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review old business regarding a planning grant and a historical preservation bylaw for Town Meeting. The body will also discuss a Tercentenary informational sign.

• MHC Planning Grant
• Historical Preservation Bylaw for Town Meeting
• Tercentenary Informational Sign

OPEB Trust Fund Committee

The committee will review the FY23 GASB 74 & 75 Actuarial Valuation report and discuss budget requests for FY24 through FY29. Members may also vote to amend the OPEB Trust Investment Policy Statement.

• FY23 GASB 74 & 75 Actuarial Valuation report review
• FY24 — FY29 budget requests
• OPEB Trust Fund investments with Bartholomew & Company
• Possible revision of OPEB Trust Investment Policy Statement

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will review the monthly OPM report and design team updates. The body may vote on warrants for standard items and a special chair lift. Discussions include modular unit punch lists and bidding schedules.

• Potential vote on September 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Status and schedule of vertical chair lift
• Potential vote on standard and special chair lift warrants
• Modular unit punch list progress and change orders
• Bidding summary and phasing overview

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The South Central Mass Regional Public Health Partnership will discuss updates from the Shared Services Coordinator, Community Health Coordinator, Regional Health Inspector, Public Health Nurse, and Epidemiologist, as well as opioid funding and any unanticipated business.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Shared Services Coordinator workplan, budget, and hiring update
• Community Health Coordinator update
• Regional Health Inspector, Public Health Nurse, and Epidemiologist updates
• Opioid funding discussion

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on recommendations regarding the Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles.

• Discussion and possible votes on Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing regarding a utility pole relocation on Black Point Road. Members will also discuss filling several town board vacancies and the possibility of a special election for an open Selectman position.

• Public hearing on National Grid and Verizon relocating pole P-12 on Black Point Road
• Possible vote to convert Munro Associates, LLC to The Vault, Inc. via host community agreement amendment
• Discussion on posting the open Board of Health position
• Discussion on the open Selectman position and a potential special election
• Review of Annual Town Meeting warrant articles

Board of Library Trustees

The Gladys E. Kelly Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss the director's report, warrants and financial reports, and a Friends update. Unfinished business includes the Year 1 Action Plan for strategic planning, a trust fund proposal for screens for collection desk windows, and a second reading of the collection policy and request for reconsideration. New business includes a trust fund proposal for book binding and book covering equipment.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a signage question with the School Department. The agenda also includes calling the meeting to order, approving minutes, and adjourning.

• New Business: Signage question with School Department

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee will meet on October 10, 2023, to approve surplus items from Park Avenue Elementary and Webster Middle School, approve a fundraising organization (The Gridiron Club), and accept multiple donations including $5,000 from Long Subaru and backpacks from local groups. The agenda also includes updates from the superintendent, business manager, and a principal report on enrollment and events.

• Approval of surplus items: PAE preschool water/sand tables, metal cabinet, WMS dictionaries, PE powerslides
• Approval of fundraising organization: The Gridiron Club
• Acceptance of donations: $5,000 from Long Subaru, backpacks from Saints Constantine and Helen Church and GOSH nonprofit, Guardian Caps from Gridiron Club
• Transfer of $6,932.23 from BHS Student Activity savings to checking account
• FY23 Food Services Report and Budget Calendar update

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee to review warrant articles for the Fall Annual Town Meeting on October 16. They will also discuss and possibly vote on disciplinary action against Tow Sw Kazimierza Krolewicza Inc. for an alleged liquor law violation, and vote on a Massachusetts Strategic Health Group Participation Agreement.

• Joint meeting with Finance Committee to review Fall Town Meeting warrant articles
• Discussion and possible vote on disciplinary action against Tow Sw Kazimierza Krolewicza Inc. for alleged liquor law violation on July 1, 2023
• Discussion and possible vote to approve Massachusetts Strategic Health Group Participation Agreement
• Swearing in of new Fire Department Lieutenants Reyes Rodriguez and Travis Blair
• Recognition of firefighters Jared Morse, Brian Turcotte, and Tyler Crenshaw for saving a child's life on September 23, 2023

Water Sewer Commission

The meeting covers updates on water and sewer payments, a technical memo on the water service line inventory from Tighe & Bond, and a $100K PFAS grant proposal. The next meeting is scheduled for November 2, 2023.

• Water and sewer payment updates
• Water service line inventory technical memo from Tighe & Bond
• $100K PFAS grant proposal

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Webster Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three items: a variance request for a shed at 1 Fourth Street, an appeal regarding alleged code violations at 200 Gore Road, and a special permit for expanding a non-conforming garage at 15 Point Pleasant Avenue. The board will also vote on meeting minutes from August and September and conduct reorganization.

• Variance application for side and rear yard setback relief to install a shed at 1 Fourth Street (continued from 9/5/23)
• Appeal for lack of enforcement at 200 Gore Road regarding illegal event parking, sheds/porches without permits, permanent residences in trailers, and unsecured propane tanks (continued from 9/5/23)
• Special permit application to expand a pre-existing non-conforming garage at 15 Point Pleasant Avenue
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from August 8, 2023 and September 5, 2023
• Board reorganization

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging met to review reports from the Senior Center Director and the Friends of Senior Center for September 2023. The agenda also included a discussion regarding floor repairs at the Senior Center.

• Floor repairs at the Senior Center

Contributory Retirement System

The Board will meet to review administrative updates and financial reports. Potential actions include approving August 2023 warrants and meeting minutes.

• Approval of August 2023 Warrants (Payroll, Payables, Total)
• Approval of August 24, 2023 Meeting Minutes
• Review of PRIT Report and Economic Outlook Report
• Administrator updates regarding Cash Books, Budget 2023, and Compliance

Historical Commission

The Webster Historical Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss old business including an MHC planning grant, a historical preservation bylaw for Town Meeting, a site visit to the Slater Burial Site, and a tercentenary informational sign. New business includes the Webster Public Library's historical collection and potential historical planning issues with the Planning Board.

• MHC Planning Grant discussion
• Historical Preservation Bylaw for Town Meeting
• Slater Burial Site site visit
• Webster Public Library historical collection
• Planning Board potential historical planning issues

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed gasoline service station and convenience store. The board is also reviewing site plan modifications for two PFAS facilities and renovations to Bartlett High School.

• Special Permit and Site Plan for gas station and convenience store at 128-138 East Main Street and 6 Thompson Road
• Site Plan Review for Bartlett High School renovations at 52 Lake Parkway
• Site Plan modification for PFAS facility at 6 Memorial Beach Drive
• Site Plan modification for PFAS facility at 29 Bigelow Road
• Chapter 91 dock license applications for 4 Fairfield Street and 27 Bates Grove Road

Planning Board

The Webster Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a Special Permit & Site Plan Approval application for a gasoline service station, convenience store with drive-through, and signage at 128-138 East Main Street and 6 Thompson Road. The applicant is Yatco Energy c/o Bacon Wilson, and the owner is New England Realty Ventures LLC. The site is in a Business B4 zoning district. The hearing is on September 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in the Selectmen Meeting Room at Webster Town Hall.

• Special Permit & Site Plan for gasoline station, convenience store with drive-through, and signage
• Location: 128, 130, 132, 138 East Main Street and 6 Thompson Road (Assessor IDs 25-E-6 through 25-E-10)
• Applicant: Yatco Energy c/o Bacon Wilson, Amherst, MA; Owner: New England Realty Ventures LLC, Webster, MA
• Public hearing: Monday, September 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Selectmen Meeting Room, Webster Town Hall
• Materials available for review at Planning Department; public comment form on Town website

Contributory Retirement System

The Webster Retirement Board will attend a retirement conference on September 21, 2023. While a quorum will be present, no deliberations are scheduled for this meeting.

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will consider approving subcontractors recommended by the pre-qualification committee and discuss the purchase of a vertical chair lift for later installation. The committee will also review the modular unit punch list progress, design team updates including a variance for an inclined chair lift, and potential additional MSBA funds. Invoices from Flansburgh, Colliers, and Triumph are up for approval.

• Vote on prequalification committee's subcontractor approvals (two not approved)
• Potential vote on purchase of vertical chair lift for A Wing
• Variance for use of inclined chair lift in A Wing during Phases 1 and 2
• Approval of invoices from Flansburgh, Colliers, and Triumph
• Update on potential additional MSBA funds

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The body will review updates from the Shared Services and Community Health coordinators. Members will vote on adopting posting methods for Open Meeting Law compliance.

• Vote on Open Meeting Law posting methods
• Shared Services Coordinator budget and supervisor stipend
• Migrant response in Auburn
• Opioid funding discussion
• Shared Services Coordinator waiver

Office of Community Develpoment

The Town of Webster is requesting the release of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the FY 2022 and FY 2023 Mini-Entitlement Grant. The funds will be used for the full reconstruction of Davis Street and general administration.

• Davis Street Reconstruction: $1,325,000 for resurfacing, storm drainage upgrades, and sidewalk/curbing replacement
• General Administration: $325,000 for management activities
• Total Estimated Grant: $1,650,000 from CDBG funds
• Project scope: Approximately 600 linear feet of Davis Street from Main Street to its terminus

Water Sewer Commission

The Water Sewer Commission is reviewing updates for the water and sewer departments, including PFAS testing and aeration projects. The body is discussing three Town Meeting Warrant Articles for debt service to fund infrastructure replacements.

• Water Meter Replacement: $3,800,000 (Debt Service)
• Route 16 Water Main Replacement: $1,500,000 (Debt Service)
• North Main Street Water Main Replacement: $3,000,000 (Debt Service)
• Lake Street Water Main Replacement update
• Monthly PFAS Testing Report

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss the final draft of the strategic plan and the capital budget for improvements. The meeting includes reviews of maintenance contracts and trust fund proposals for facility upgrades.

• Final draft of Strategic Planning
• Capital budget for improvements
• Maintenance contracts summary
• Trust fund proposals for window samples/quotes and camera upgrades
• Collection Policy review

Water Sewer Commission

The Webster and Dudley Water/Sewer Commissions are meeting jointly to discuss changes to an Intermunicipal Agreement (IMA). The commission may also vote to finalize the IMA true up.

• Possible vote to finalize IMA true up agreement
• Discussion regarding changes to the IMA

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee is meeting to review school opening updates and budget closeouts. The body will discuss the addition of a bilingual ELL paraprofessional and the disposal of surplus textbooks.

• Approval of a 1.0FTE Bilingual ELL Paraprofessional at Park Avenue Elementary School
• Approval of surplus items including miscellaneous textbooks, teacher edition books, and workbooks
• FY23 Budget Closeout report
• Bartlett High School update on mobile classrooms and block scheduling

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct tobacco hearings for Papino Smoke Shop, Nipmuc Liquors, and Ted’s Package Store. The board will also receive an update regarding 292 High Street and review minutes from previous meetings.

• Tobacco Hearing: Prince Inc. dba Papino Smoke Shop
• Tobacco Hearing: Jarosz Package Store dba Nipmuc Liquors; Ted’s Package Store
• Update on 292 High Street
• Approval of April 10, 2023 minutes
• Approval of May 22, 2023 minutes

The Board of Health reduced the permit suspension penalties from three days to one day for two establishments that sold tobacco to minors. The board also appointed a Vice Chair and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Reduced permit suspension from 3 days to 1 day for Prince Inc. dba Papino Smoke Shop (Unanimous)
• Reduced permit suspension from 3 days to 1 day for Jarosz Package Store dba Nipmuc Liquors; Ted’s Package Store (Unanimous)
• Approved April 10, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved May 22, 2023 minutes with amendment to attendees section (Unanimous)
• Nominated Member Tracy Daggett as Vice Chair (Unanimous)

Bylaw Review Committee

The Webster Bylaw Committee will meet to approve minutes from its May 8, 2023 meeting, elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman, and review committee procedures. No substantive bylaw proposals or decisions are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of May 8, 2023 meeting
• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Review of committee procedures

The committee elected Nathan Winder as Chairman and Bob Gordon as Vice Chairman for two-year terms. Members approved the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting. The committee discussed operational guidelines, open meeting law procedures, and potential bylaw updates.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Nathan Winder as Chairman for a 2 year term
• Elected Bob Gordon as Vice Chairman for a 2 year term

Board of Selectmen

The Webster Board of Selectmen will vote on authorizing the Town Administrator to sign a submission for the Bigelow Road and Memorial Beach Drive Water Treatment Plant design. The board will also hold public hearings and vote on several liquor license applications, including a new All Alcohol Pouring License for El Morro Bar & Grill. Additionally, they will discuss and vote on the voluntary recognition of the Fire Fighter's Union with IAFF.

• Vote to authorize Town Administrator to sign October 13, 2023 submission for Bigelow Road and Memorial Beach Drive Water Treatment Plant design
• Public Hearing and possible vote on disciplinary action against Tow Sw Kazimierza Krolewicza Inc. for alleged liquor law violation on July 1, 2023
• Public Hearing and possible vote to approve All Alcohol Pouring License for El Morro Bar & Grill at 267 Main Street
• Discussion and possible vote to approve voluntary recognition of the Fire Fighter's Union with IAFF
• Review and approve the Annual Town Meeting Warrant for Monday 10/16/2023

The Board of Selectmen authorized the Town Administrator to execute agreements for a $33 million State Revolving Fund package for PFAS treatment at Memorial Beach and Bigelow Road plants. The Board also approved several liquor license applications and recognized the IAFF as the representative for firefighters.

• Authorized Town Administrator to sign $33M State Revolving Fund package for PFAS project (5-0)
• Recognized IAFF as the chosen representatives for the Fire Fighters unit (5-0)
• Approved legal documents for Davis Street easements and property acquisition (4-0, 1 recused)
• Accepted surrender of beer and wine license #06346-RS-1342 from Little Greek dba Golden Greek (5-0)
• Approved wine and malt pouring license for SBJM, Inc. d/b/a Golden Greek Restaurant (5-0)
• Approved all alcohol pouring license for El Morro Bar and Grill (5-0)
• Approved change of manager for Polish American Citizens Club (5-0)
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstained)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the minutes from the August 7, 2023, meeting and receive reports from the Senior Center Director and the Friends of Senior Center. The agenda includes an ongoing discussion regarding statistics for seniors and various services.

• Review of August 7, 2023, meeting minutes
• Senior Center Director’s Report for August 2023
• Friends of Senior Center Report for August 2023
• Discussion of senior service statistics

Cable Advisory Board

The Cable Advisory Committee is meeting to review and potentially vote on budget items. The board will also discuss and possibly vote on the minutes from the August 28 public hearing.

• Vote on August 28 Public Hearing meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible vote on budget items

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The Central Massachusetts Regional Public Health Council will discuss and vote on adopting official meeting posting methods to comply with state open meeting law. Updates will be provided on the shared services coordinator workplan and budget, the migrant response in Auburn, and regional health inspector, public health nurse, and epidemiologist activities.

• Vote on adopting posting methods complying with 940 CMR 29.03(3)
• Shared Services Coordinator workplan, budget, and supervisor stipend discussion
• Community Health Coordinator update on migrant response in Auburn
• Regional Health Inspector, Public Health Nurse, and Epidemiologist updates
• Opioid funding discussion

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Webster Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal regarding lack of enforcement at 200 Gore Road. The appeal concerns illegal event parking, sheds and porches built without permits, permanent residences in trailers, and unsecured propane tanks on the property owned by Indian Ranch Realty, LLC.

• Appeal for lack of enforcement at 200 Gore Road (Assessor IDs 60-D17-0, 60-D-3-0, 60-D-3-1, 60-D-13-1, 60-D-44-0)
• Alleged violations: illegal event parking, sheds and porches without building permits, permanent residences in trailers, unsecured propane tanks
• Property owner: Indian Ranch Realty, LLC; Applicant: Michael Finnamore
• Site located in Business 5 (B5) and Lake Watershed Protection (LWP) zoning districts
• Public hearing on September 5, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in Webster Town Hall

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a special permit for a shed expansion at 91 Bates Point Road and a variance for a shed installation at 1 Fourth Street. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding an appeal over alleged lack of enforcement for illegal parking and unpermitted construction at 200 Gore Road.

• Special Permit: Shed expansion at 91 Bates Point Road
• Variance: Side and rear yard setback relief for a shed at 1 Fourth Street
• Public Hearing: Appeal regarding illegal event parking and unpermitted structures at 200 Gore Road

The Board approved a special permit for the expansion of a non-conforming shed at 91 Bates Point Road after finding it would not adversely impact public health or safety. Two other public hearings regarding a shed variance and enforcement appeals were continued to October 3, 2023.

• Approved special permit for shed expansion at 91 Bates Point Road (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for shed variance at 1 Fourth Street to Oct 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for enforcement appeal at 200 Gore Road to Oct 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Tabled August 8, 2023 draft meeting minutes

Cable Advisory Board

The Cable Advisory Committee is holding a public hearing regarding the renewal of the town's cable license with Spectrum. The meeting also includes a discussion and possible vote on the minutes from the August 16, 2023, meeting.

• Public hearing for cable license renewal with Spectrum
• Review and possible vote on August 16, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public meeting and consider a site plan review and stormwater management application for the renovation of Bartlett High School, grounds, playing fields, and other site facilities at 52 Lake Parkway. The board will also consider a modification of a site plan for commercial parking expansion at 300 Thompson Road, continued from November 2022, and a stormwater permit for substation improvements at 52 Worcester Road.

• Site Plan Review and Stormwater Management Application for renovation of Bartlett High School at 52 Lake Parkway (continued from 7/31/23)
• Public Meeting: Modification of a Site Plan for commercial parking expansion at 300 Thompson Road (continued from November 2022; continuance requested to December 18, 2023)
• Public Meeting and Draft Decision: Stormwater Permit for substation site improvements at 52 Worcester Road (continued from 7/31/23)
• Modification of a Site Plan for a garage for commercial parking at 114 Point Breeze Road
• Draft Decision: Modification of a Site Plan for UHaul at 74 Worcester Road (Assessor ID 88B-42-41)

The Board approved an as-built plan for 7 Goya Drive and a modified site plan for 74 Worcester Road. A stormwater permit for 52 Worcester Road was granted, while a site plan for a garage at 114 Point Breeze Road was denied without prejudice.

• Approved as-built plan for building expansion at 7 Goya Drive (4-0)
• Approved modified site plan and findings for 74 Worcester Road (3-0)
• Approved stormwater permit with conditions for 52 Worcester Road (4-0)
• Denied without prejudice site plan for garage at 114 Point Breeze Road (4-0)
• Continued public meeting for 300 Thompson Road to December 18, 2023 (4-0)
• Continued public meeting for Bartlett High School renovation to September 25, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for June 26, 2023, July 31, 2023, and June 27, 2022 (4-0)
• Tabled reorganization and election of CMRPC Delegates

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will review economic outlook reports and administrator updates regarding cash books, budget, and compliance. The board may also vote on payroll warrants, new member acceptances, and a service credit transfer for a former school department employee.

• Transfer of accumulated deductions and service credit for Pamela Gunsalus
• Approval of August 2023 Warrants (Payroll and Payables)
• Acceptance of new members
• PRIT Report and Economic Outlook Report

The Board approved the August 2023 payroll and payables warrants. It also approved the transfer of accumulated deductions for a former school department employee and accepted one new member.

• Approved July 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved transfer of accumulated deductions for Pamela Gunsalus to Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System
• Approved August 2023 warrants: Payroll $373,454.97 and Payables $48,739.71 (Total $422,194.68)
• Accepted new member Greter Barcelo

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss the project budget, including invoices and change orders. Members may vote on procurement timelines and the purchase of an inclined chair lift for the A Wing. The meeting also includes updates on modular units and the prequalification committee.

• Invoices for Perma-Line Corp of NE and Franklin Paint Company
• Triumph change orders
• Purchase of inclined chair lift for A Wing
• FFE procurement timeline
• Approval of warrants

Water Sewer Commission

The commission will receive updates on water and sewer department operations, including PFAS testing and the Lake Street water main replacement. Members will discuss utility assistance and a water/sewer abatement application for 40 Negus Street.

• Monthly PFAS Testing Report
• Lake Street Water Main Replacement
• Water/Sewer Abatement Application for 40 Negus Street
• Mass DOT Project (RT 16 - RT 395 Interchange)
• Seasonal account minimum quarterly charges

The Commission approved a sewer abatement for a verified leak at 40 Negus Street and adopted updated water rules and regulations. Members also voted to proceed with the town's shut-off policy for accounts with outstanding balances of $2,000 or more.

• Approved $8,911.96 sewer abatement for 40 Negus Street (3-0)
• Approved updated water rules and regulations (3-0)
• Approved proceeding with shut-off policy for accounts with balances $2,000 and up (3-0)
• Approved 07/20/23 meeting minutes with one correction (3-0)

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee will review and approve several student and employee handbooks. The body is also considering personnel appointments, wage increases for cafeteria staff, and the disposal of surplus furniture from Webster Middle School.

• Acceptance of $15,000.00 donation from the Fels Family Foundation
• Approval of two additional ABA staff at Park Avenue Elementary School
• Approval of increase in cafeteria staff hourly wages
• Approval of contract and appointment of Business Manager
• Approval of surplus items including 75 desks and chairs from Webster Middle School

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss declaring two 2017 Ford Explorers as surplus and voting to open the warrant for the October 16, 2023, Annual Town Meeting. The agenda also includes reviews of various business license applications and a salary review update.

• Possible vote to declare two 2017 Ford Explorers as surplus
• One-day Liquor License application for St. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church festival
• Common Victualler’s license application for Golden Greek, SBJM, Inc.
• Public hearing for Class II Used Car Dealer License for Kasbana Properties LLC at 122 Gore Road
• Vote to open the October 16, 2023, Town Meeting Warrant

The Board of Selectmen approved a retroactive salary increase for the Town Administrator and granted a conditional used car dealer's license. The board also approved several liquor and victualler licenses and accepted a deed for Oakwood Drive.

• Increased Town Administrator salary to $185,000 effective July 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Class II Used Car Dealers License for Kasbana Properties LLC contingent on Planning Board approval (3-1)
• Approved two one-day liquor licenses for St. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church festival (3-0)
• Approved Common Victualler’s license for Golden Greek restaurant (4-0)
• Declared two 2017 Ford Explorers as surplus (4-0)
• Accepted deed for Oakwood Drive with minor modifications (4-0)
• Opened the warrant for the October Annual Town Meeting (4-0)
• Dedicated the August 17, 2023 fireworks celebration to former Selectman Robert J. Miller (4-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board approved the draft welcome letter, strategic initiatives, and goals for the library's strategic plan. Trustees also authorized the use of trust funds to purchase children's audio books and toy kits. A decision on the sale of a donated map of old Webster was tabled.

• Approved draft welcome letter, strategic initiatives, and goals for Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Approved approximately $4,000 from Children's Materials trust funds for PlayAway audio books and CandyLab toy kits (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (majority vote; 2 abstentions)
• Tabled decision on sale of old Webster map to next meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review draft decisions regarding yard setback variances for properties on Killdeer Road, Litchfield Lane, and Orchard Avenue. The board will also hold a public hearing for an amended special permit to expand a shed at 91 Bates Point Road.

• Draft decision: Deck expansion at 306 Killdeer Road
• Draft decision: New deck construction at 5A Litchfield Lane
• Draft decision: New pool installation at 16 Orchard Avenue
• Public hearing: Shed expansion at 91 Bates Point Road
• Discussion regarding litigation at 16 Robinson Street

The Board approved a special permit and a variance for Robbie and Michael Compson to expand a deck at 306 Killdeer Road. The Board also held a public hearing regarding a shed expansion at 91 Bates Point Road, which was closed without a final decision recorded. Draft minutes from July 18, 2023, were approved.

• Approved special permit for deck expansion at 306 Killdeer Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for front and side yard setback relief at 306 Killdeer Road (5-0)
• Approved draft meeting minutes from July 18, 2023 (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for shed expansion at 91 Bates Point Road (4-0)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging met to review the July 2023 Director's Report and Secretary's Report. The meeting included discussions regarding WRTA bus usage data and potential additional sessions for the Memory Cafe.

• Review of July 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Update on WRTA transportation and bus usage data
• Discussion on increasing Memory Cafe sessions based on feedback

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss and potentially vote on two appointments to the Conservation Commission. The proposed appointees are Candace Shivers and Joseph Cammarata for three-year terms.

• Appointment of Candace Shivers to the Conservation Commission (term expiring June 30, 2026)
• Appointment of Joseph Cammarata to the Conservation Commission (term expiring June 30, 2026)

The Board of Selectmen appointed Joseph Cammarata and Candace Shivers to the Conservation Commission. Both individuals were appointed as full members for three-year terms expiring June 30, 2026.

• Appointed Joseph Cammarata to the Conservation Commission for a 3-year term (5-0)
• Appointed Candace Shivers to the Conservation Commission for a 3-year term (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider site plan modifications for 300 Thompson Road and 74 Worcester Road. The meeting also includes a public hearing for an electronic message sign at 63 East Main Street and discussions regarding stormwater permits.

• Site Plan Modification: Sales and Commercial Parking at 300 Thompson Road
• Special Permit: Electronic Message Sign at 60 East Main Street
• Stormwater Permit Application: Substation Site Improvements at 52 Worcester Road
• Site Plan Review: Bartlett High School grounds and facility renovations
• Acknowledge receipt of Open Meeting Law complaints regarding 30 Point Pleasant Road and 298 Thompson Road

The Board approved a modified site plan for a marine-related sales office and commercial parking at 300 Thompson Road. Other actions included reducing a performance bond for Pinewood Estates II and acknowledging two open meeting law complaints.

• Approved modified site plan for sales and commercial parking at 300 Thompson Road (3-0)
• Approved reducing performance surety bond for Pinewood Estates II to $25,000 (4-0)
• Acknowledged receipt of two Open Meeting Law complaints and authorized staff response (4-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes as edited (4-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of special permit application for electronic sign at 63 East Main Street (4-0)
• Closed public meeting and directed staff to draft decision for UHaul site plan modification at 74 Worcester Road (4-0)
• Directed staff to draft MassDEP responses for Chapter 91 applications at 4 Fairfield Street (4-0) and 31 Wakefield Ave (3-0-1)
• Tabled reorganization, CMRPC delegate election, and Registry of Deeds signature form

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will meet to approve meeting minutes and July 2023 warrants totaling $408,131.44. The board will also consider the superannuation retirement of Betty Jean Hejwosz and a deduction refund for Michelle White.

• Approval of July 2023 warrants: Payroll $371,980.51 and Payables $36,150.93
• Superannuation retirement of Betty Jean Hejwosz (formerly Webster School Department)
• Refund of deductions for Michelle White (formerly Webster School Department)
• Review of PRIT Report and Economic Outlook Report
• Discussion of correspondence from Attorney Michael Sacco

The Board approved payroll and payables warrants totaling $408,131.44. Other actions included approving one superannuation retirement, one refund of deductions, and the June 22 meeting minutes. The Board also voted to charge fees for a Freedom of Information Act request.

• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved July 2023 warrants for payroll ($371,980.51) and payables ($36,150.93) (5-0)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Betty Jean Hejwosz effective August 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved refund of deductions for Michelle White (5-0)
• Approved charging research and compilation fees for a Freedom of Information Act request (5-0)

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health met remotely on July 27, 2023. The agenda consisted of updates from various health coordinators and inspectors, along with discussions regarding a workplan and supervisor stipends.

• Community Health Coordinator Update
• Regional Health Inspector Update
• Public Health Nurse Update
• Epidemiologist Update
• Discussion of Supervisor Stipend and Opioid Funding

School Building Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive an OPM report regarding budget, schedules, and modular unit progress. The agenda includes potential votes on design service requests, MSBA 90% submission overview, and authorizing a committee designee for small changes.

• Potential vote to approve June 29, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of budget, invoices, and schedule options
• Potential vote on authorizing a committee designee for specific amendments
• Potential vote on OPM/Designer Add Service Request
• MSBA 90% Submission Overview potential vote

Water Sewer Commission

The Commission will review water and sewer department updates, including PFAS testing reports and the Lake Street water main replacement. The agenda also includes discussions on policy reviews, utility assistance, and a Mass DOT project at the Route 16 and Route 395 interchange.

• Monthly PFAS Testing Report
• Lake Street Water Main Replacement
• Meter Replacement Project
• Mass DOT Project (RT 16 - RT 395) Interchange
• Abatement request for 11 Chestnut Hill Dr.

The Commission approved a one-time sewer abatement for a private property and reached a consensus to amend a PFAS contract to fund a MassDOT project. Members also voted to maintain the current commission leadership structure.

• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $40 sewer abatement for 11 Chestnut Hill Dr (4-0)
• Decided to maintain current commission roles with Tom Andrade as chair and Earl Gabor as vice chair (4-0)
• Consensus to amend PFAS contract to fund $80K MassDOT project design
• Tabled policy review/revision pending updates to abatement policy

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The committee will review superintendent and business manager reports, including building and maintenance updates. The meeting includes a second reading of the Animals in School policy and presentations regarding adult education and Girls on the Run.

• Second reading of Policy IMG — Animals in School
• Acceptance of $6,300 STEM Internship Award from Work-Based Learning Alliance
• Acceptance of $50,000 scholarship from Julia Manzi Scholarship Fund
• Acceptance of $50,000 scholarship from Edith Manzi Scholarship Fund
• Approval of $9,075.03 transfer from Webster Middle School Student Activity savings to checking

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Webster Zoning Board of Appeals will consider draft decisions and multiple public hearings regarding property expansions and new structures. Items include requests for setbacks, decks, a pool, and a shed across various residential districts.

• Draft decision: Relief from front and side yard setbacks for an addition and carport at 25 Colonial Road
• Public hearing: Expansion of existing deck at 306 Killdeer Road
• Public hearing: Variance to construct a new deck at 5A Litchfield Lane
• Public hearing: Variance to install a new pool at 16 Orchard Avenue
• Public hearing: Special permit for shed expansion at 91 Bates Point Road

The Board approved variance and special permit applications for an addition and carport at 25 Colonial Road. Public hearings were held for deck and pool projects, and one shed expansion request was continued.

• Approved variance and special permit for addition and carport at 25 Colonial Road (5-0)
• Approved draft meeting minutes from June 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Closed public hearings for deck and pool applications at 306 Killdeer Road
• Granted continuance to August 8, 2023, for shed expansion at 91 Bates Point Road (5-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will review the Director's report and financial budget updates. The agenda includes discussions on strategic planning and several new business items.

• Approval of June 8 and June 30 meeting minutes
• Budget update
• Strategic Planning update
• Beer and wine permit discussion
• Lobby shelving and resource officer office hours

The Board of Library Trustees approved the use of trust funds for lobby shelving and a one-day beer and wine permit for a collaborative program. The Board also approved a request for the library to close early on a specific Thursday for a trivia event.

• Approved minutes from June 8, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved amended minutes from June 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved program and request for one-day beer and wine permit (unanimous)
• Approved early closing at 7:30PM on a Thursday for trivia program (unanimous)
• Approved use of trust funds for lobby shelving estimated at $1,700 plus shipping (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review reports from the Senior Center Director and the Friends of Senior Center. The meeting includes updates on transportation and a report regarding the July 6, 2023, Dementia Friends meeting.

• Approval of May 8 and June 5, 2023, meeting minutes
• Senior Center Director’s reports for May and June 2023
• Transportation update
• Report on July 6, 2023, Dementia Friends meeting

Economic Development Committee

The committee will meet to discuss reorganizing the committee and potential partnerships for business outreach. Members will also discuss plans for creating a Business Improvement District (BID).

• Committee reorganization
• Business outreach partnership discussion with Nichol's
• Discussion on creating a BID district

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss several Department of Public Works policies, including roadway permits and water and sewer regulations. The meeting also includes a report from the Town Administrator and a review of various board and committee vacancies.

• Review of Roadway Opening Permit Regulations
• Review of Private Roads Policy
• Review of Board of Selectmen Damage to Private Property Policy
• Review of Complete Streets Policy
• Review of Public Street Layout and Acceptance Policy

The Board approved $4.23 million in bonds for water mains, a PFAS treatment plant, Town Hall roof replacement, and a school feasibility study. The Board also ratified three collective bargaining agreements and approved several local licenses and appointments.

• Approved $4.23M General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2023 Bonds (5-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Killdeer Island Club for August 26, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Common Victualler’s license for Alley Cat Diner (5-0)
• Appointed Tom Klebart as delegate to the Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Kristopher Fowler as Planning Board associate member for a 3-year term (5-0)
• Ratified collective bargaining agreements for SEIU Local 888 Clerical, SEIU Local 888 DPW, and MassCop Local 473 (5-0)
• Granted license for National Grid easement for Bartlett High School renovation (5-0)
• Approved regular and executive session meeting minutes from June 12, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a special meeting via remote participation. The agenda includes discussions regarding information on library closures and the policy for lending to residents of municipalities with decertified libraries.

• Information regarding library closure
• Policy on Lending to Residents of Municipalities with Decertified Libraries

The Board adopted a policy prohibiting residents of municipalities with decertified libraries from borrowing materials. This decision follows discussions regarding the potential closure of the Dudley Library. The policy will only be enforced if a municipality officially loses its MBLC certification.

• Voted to not allow members of communities with decertified libraries to borrow library items (5-0)
• Approved the Policy on Lending to Residents of Municipalities with Decertified Libraries as written (5-0)
• Agreed to communicate the new policy to the Dudley Town Administrator, Dudley Board of Selectmen, Friends of the GEKPL Board, and Webster Town Administrator

School Building Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the OPM schedule, budget, and modular unit status. Several votes are scheduled regarding contract amendments and the reallocation of funds for modular classrooms.

• Vote to approve Add Services / FLA Contract Amendment #02
• Vote to rescind the 2/2/23 meeting vote on transfer from contingency
• Vote to allocate $1 million to other project cost for modular classrooms
• Vote to transfer Park Ave funds to modular classrooms
• Design team presentations regarding track/field, LEED status, and room plans

SWCCC Board of Directors

The South Worcester County Communications Center Board of Directors will meet via remote participation to address old business regarding fiscal year 2023 budget transfers. The board will vote on specific transfers between clothing and telephone maintenance accounts.

• Approval of $301.55 transfer from Clothing to Telephone/Communications Maintenance
• Review of FY2023 transfers not requiring a vote, including funds from Holiday Pay to Insurance Waivers

The Board of Directors approved a budget transfer to pay an unexpected Motorola invoice. Director Lynskey also presented several informational budget transfers to correct minor deficits and account for a new hire insurance stipend.

• Approved transfer of $301.55 from Clothing to Telephone/Communications Maintenance (4-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss ongoing business regarding the Slater Burial Site, the MHC Survey and Planning Grant, and the Tercentenary Marker display.

• Slater Burial Site discussion
• MHC Survey and Planning Grant update
• Tercentenary Marker display

The Commission visited the Slater Grave to discuss maintenance responsibilities and preservation. Members agreed that the Community Wide Preservation Plan will address cemeteries and historic grave sites. Procurement for a Tercentenary informational sign is deferred until the new fiscal year starting July 1.

• Agreed that Community Wide Preservation Plan will address cemeteries and historic grave sites
• Deferred Tercentenary marker procurement until July 1

Finance Committee

The committee will meet to conduct reorganization votes and approve minutes from May 8, 2023. Members will also review Fiscal Year 2023 Revolving Fund deficits.

• Committee reorganization (votes possible)
• Approval of May 8, 2023, minutes
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023 Revolving Fund deficits

The Finance Committee appointed its officers for the term and approved a $40,000 increase to the FY23 revolving account to cover a Recreation Department deficit. The committee also voted to suspend meetings during July and August.

• Appointed Mat Fitton as Chairman (5-0)
• Appointed Scott Dziedzic as Vice-Chairman (3-2)
• Appointed Wilfrid Cournoyer as Secretary (5-0)
• Appointed Courtney Friedland as Recording Secretary (5-0)
• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved increasing FY23 revolving account fund by up to $40,000 for Recreation Department deficit (5-0)
• Suspended Finance Committee meetings for July and August (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several site plan modifications and a stormwater permit application. The meeting also includes a public hearing for an electronic sign and discussions regarding odor mitigation and clearing violations.

• Site Plan Modification: Sales and Commercial Parking at 300 Thompson Road
• Stormwater Permit Application: Substation Site Improvements at 52 Worcester Road
• Special Permit for an Electronic Message Sign at 63 East Main Street
• Site Plan Modification: New Garage construction at 114 Point Breeze Road
• Site Plan Review: Renovation of Bartlett High School grounds and facilities

The Board approved one subdivision plan and closed a public hearing for a garage construction project due to missing information. Several other items, including a stormwater permit and a sign application, were continued to July 29.

• Approved ANR plan for 3 Ragina Avenue (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for new garage at 114 Point Breeze Road (4-0)
• Continued 300 Thompson Road site plan modification to July 29
• Continued 52 Worcester Road stormwater permit to July 29
• Continued electronic sign application for 63 East Main Street to July 29

Personnel Advisory Board

The Personnel Advisory Board will review the UMASS Collins Center HR Report and discuss PAB bylaw status. The meeting also includes discussions regarding staggered terms and the TA/ATA report.

• Review and discussion of UMASS Collins Center HR Report
• Discussion of PAB Bylaw Status and Process for Staggered Terms
• TA/ATA Report review
• Approval of May 12, 2023, meeting minutes

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will meet to consider proposed changes to Supplemental Regulations and a vote to reorganize the Board. The meeting also includes reviews of the PRIT Report, economic outlook, and administrator updates regarding May 2023 cash books.

• Hearing on proposed Supplemental Regulation changes
• Vote to re-organize the Board
• Approval of June 2023 Warrants for Payroll and Payables
• Refund of accumulated deductions for Sarah Pushee
• Review of May 25, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved amendments to its Supplemental Regulations following a public hearing. Members also approved the addition of 12 new members to the system and authorized payroll and payable warrants. The Board reorganized its leadership, maintaining Mr. Craver as Chairperson.

• Amended Supplemental Regulations (4-0)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Re-organized Board: Mr. Craver as Chairperson and Mr. Perry as Vice Chairperson (4-0)
• Approved 12 new members to the system (4-0)
• Approved June 2023 warrants totaling $374,099.75 (4-0)
• Approved refund of accumulated deductions for Sarah Pushee (4-0)

Cable Advisory Board

The committee will review and possibly vote on the May 3, 2023, meeting minutes. Members will also discuss and potentially vote on a date for an upcoming public hearing regarding a cable television license.

• Approval of May 3, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible vote on a date for a Public Hearing regarding a cable television license

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The committee will review the May 23, 2023 minutes and receive updates from the Superintendent and Business Manager. The meeting includes a first reading of Policy IMG regarding animals in school.

• Acceptance of $4,452.00 Janet Malser Humanities Grant
• Acceptance of $350.00 ice cream coupon donation from Deary Bros.
• Acceptance of 350 pencils donated by Erin Brown
• First reading of Policy IMG — Animals in School
• Review of monthly fundraising applications

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss the FY 2024 Road Pavement Plan and potential over expenditure of the Recreation Revolving Fund. The meeting also includes reviews of various town policies and several board reappointments.

• Discussion regarding the FY 2024 Road Pavement Plan
• Possible vote to authorize Over Expenditure of the Recreation Revolving Fund
• Review of Mass. DOT project for water line replacement at 1395 Rt. 16 interchange
• Appointment of Sarah Sansom to the Finance Committee
• Re-appointment of various members to the Planning Board, ZBA, and Historical Commission

The Board approved a $25,000 expenditure for the Recreation revolving fund to cover beach employee payroll. Members also voted to update or sunset several general government and licensing policies. The Board authorized sending a letter to the Conference Committee regarding potential MSBA renovation funding for Bartlett High School.

• Approved $25,000 over-expenditure for Recreation revolving fund (5-0)
• Updated Minutes Policy to require draft posting within 21 days (5-0)
• Required Town Administrator permission for Town Seal on business cards (5-0)
• Updated Special Municipal Employee policy definition (5-0)
• Revised Town Counsel Access Policy requiring 3 of 5 board votes (5-0)
• Approved updates to Alcohol and Car Dealer licensing policies (5-0)
• Sunsetted policies for Office Hours, Car Wash, Cable Channel use, Taxi fees, and CORI (5-0)
• Authorized letters to Conference Committee for BHS renovation funding (5-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review the Director's report, financial reports, and budget updates. The meeting includes discussions on strategic planning regarding mission and core values, as well as plans for replacing community room equipment.

• Approval of May 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of warrants and financial reports
• Strategic planning for visionary mission and core values
• Replacement equipment for the Community Room including warranty and service plan

The Board of Library Trustees approved a part-time salary increase to $19.85 and authorized the use of state-aid funds to pay $1,289.28 in unpaid bills. The Board also adopted a new definition for library programs and an amended Exhibit Policy and Application.

• Approved Mission Statement and Core Values (unanimous)
• Approved definition of 'Library Program' (unanimous)
• Approved amended Exhibit Policy and Application (unanimous)
• Increased part-time salary to $19.85 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,289.28 payment for unpaid bills from state-aid account (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

SWCCC Board of Directors

The South Worcester County Communications Center Board of Directors will review the FY2023 Q3 budget and approve specific fund transfers. The board will also consider a Memorandum of Agreement with MassCOP Local 497 regarding longevity payments.

• Approval of FY2023 Q3 budget transfers, including $7,746.97 from training overtime to part-time labor
• Consideration of Memorandum of Agreement between SWCCC and MassCOP Local 497 regarding longevity payments
• Update on FY2024 State 911 Grant Programs and the 5-year Capital Plan
• Confirmation of Edila Seguin as a full-time dispatcher effective March 5, 2023

The Board approved four budget transfers and a Memorandum of Understanding regarding longevity payments. Two personnel policies were updated or created, and the appointment of a part-time dispatcher was confirmed.

• Approved four budget transfers totaling $11,378.45 (Unanimous)
• Approved revision to policy 2.03 regarding sick time eligibility (Unanimous)
• Approved new policy 2.10 regarding employee no-shows (Unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with MassCOP Local 497 on longevity payments (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Edila Seguin as part-time dispatcher (Unanimous)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The partnership will review minutes and receive updates from various health coordinators and specialists. The meeting includes discussions regarding the workplan and budget.

• Community Health Coordinator Update
• Regional Health Inspector Update
• Public Health Nurse Update
• Epidemiologist Update
• Shared Services Coordinator Update on workplan and budget

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled to conduct public hearings regarding requests for relief from setback and lot size requirements. The board will also review draft meeting minutes.

• Variance for a duplex at 13 Nelson Street involving minimum lot size relief
• Variance and special permit for deck expansion at 306 Killdeer Road
• Variance and special permit for an addition and carport at 25 Colonial Road

The Board approved a request to withdraw a variance application for a duplex at 13 Nelson Street. A hearing for deck expansions at 306 Killdeer Road was continued to July 18, 2023. The Board also held a public hearing regarding an addition and carport at 25 Colonial Road.

• Approved draft meeting minutes from 6/7/22 through 3/14/23 (4-0)
• Approved request to withdraw variance application for duplex at 13 Nelson Street without prejudice (4-0)
• Continued hearing for variance and special permit applications at 306 Killdeer Road to July 18, 2023 (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for variance and special permit applications at 25 Colonial Road (5-0)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the May 8, 2023, minutes and receive reports from the Director and Friends of Senior Center. The agenda includes an update on a bylaw review and discussion regarding a board vacancy.

• Review of May 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion of a Board vacancy following a member resignation
• Update on Bylaw review

Water Sewer Commission

The Commission will review water and sewer department updates, including PFAS testing reports and the Lake Street water main replacement. The agenda also includes discussions on policy reviews, utility assistance, and Mass DOT projects.

• Monthly PFAS Testing Report & other PFAS Related Updates
• Lake Street Water Main Replacement
• Meter Replacement Project
• Mass DOT Project (RT 16 - RT 395 Interchange)
• Reappointment of Water Sewer Commission Board Members

The Commission approved changes to the senior rate discount form, including raising the age requirement to 65 and limiting the discount to the first 1,500 cu. ft. per quarter. The board also approved meeting minutes from April and May 2023.

• Approved changes to senior rate discount form effective July 1 (4-0)
• Approved 04/13/23 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 05/11/23 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Set tentative dates for meter replacement vendor presentations for 6/21 and 6/22

OPEB Trust Fund Committee

The committee will meet to review meeting minutes from August 31, 2022. Members will also discuss and potentially vote on amendments or revisions to the OPEB Trust Investment Policy Statement.

• Approval of August 31, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible vote to amend or revise OPEB Trust Investment Policy Statement

The committee approved the meeting minutes from August 31, 2022. Members also voted to approve an amended OPEB Trust Investment Policy Statement provided by Bartholomew.

• Approved August 31, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amended OPEB Trust Investment Policy Statement as sent by Bartholomew (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The commission will review minutes and authorize bill payments. The meeting includes discussions regarding the MHC Survey and Planning Grant, a Tercentenary Marker display, the Slater Burial Site, and the 2024 Budget.

• MHC Survey and Planning Grant discussion
• Tercentenary Marker - Display discussion
• Slater Burial Site discussion
• 2024 Budget discussion
• Vote to authorize payee for bills and invoice processing

The Commission approved the appointment of a designated payee for bills and formed a sub-committee for the MHC Survey and Planning Grant. Members also authorized a budget of up to $500 for the installation of a Tercentenary Marker.

• Approved April 25, 2023 minutes with corrections (4-0)
• Approved Chairman Ted Avlas as the Designated Payee for bills (4-0)
• Approved sub-committee for MHC Survey and Planning Grant consisting of Ted Avlas, Sean Orgel, and Ann Morgan (4-0)
• Approved budget not to exceed $500 for a local contractor to install the Tercentenary Marker (4-0)

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will meet to review the 2022 audit with auditors from Roselli and Clark. The meeting includes votes on retirement benefits, payroll warrants, and administrative updates regarding the 2023 budget.

• Discussion of 2022 Audit with Terenzio Volpecelli of Roselli and Clark
• Superannuation Retirement of Brian Barnes from Webster Police Department
• Refund of accumulated deductions for Lyndsay Morello
• Rollover of accumulated deductions for Darlene Ledoux
• Transfer of accumulated deductions for Robert A. Gryncewicz to Southbridge Retirement System

The Board approved payroll and payable warrants for May 2023. Members also voted on several personnel retirement actions, including a superannuation retirement and a transfer of deductions. One election was declared unnecessary as only one qualified candidate filed nomination papers.

• Approved May 2023 Warrants: Payroll $359,906.81 and Payables $211,605.50 (Total $571,512.31)
• Approved refund of accumulated deductions for Lyndsay Morello
• Approved rollover of accumulated deductions for Darlene Ledoux
• Approved Superannuation Retirement of Brian Barnes effective July 5, 2023 (Option B)
• Declared no election will be held due to only one qualified candidate
• Approved transfer of accumulated deductions for Robert A. Gryncewicz to Southbridge Retirement System
• Approved minutes from March 23, 2023 and April 27, 2023 meetings

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss and potentially vote on a one-day liquor license application. The application was submitted by St. Constantine and Helen’s Greek Orthodox Church for an event scheduled for June 3, 2023.

• One-Day Liquor License application for St. Constantine and Helen’s Greek Orthodox Church fundraiser at 37 Lake Parkway

The Board of Selectmen approved a one-day liquor license for St. Constantine and Helen’s Greek Orthodox Church. The license is for a fundraiser occurring on June 3, 2023.

• Approved one-day liquor license for St. Constantine and Helen’s Greek Orthodox Church (4-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee has scheduled a meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes the approval of minutes and discussions regarding old and new business.

• Approval of minutes

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The School Committee will meet to reorganize the committee and review superintendent and principal reports. The agenda includes approving transportation bids, year-end transfers, and new teaching and administrative positions.

• $5,000 donation from Auburn Lodge of Elks to Park Avenue Elementary School
• Approval of Bartlett High School Music Teacher position
• Approval of Park Avenue Elementary School Assistant Principal position
• Transfer of $9,840.01 from Bartlett High School Student Activity savings to checking
• Approval of transportation bid

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct tobacco permit hearings for G&R Corp. (dba Jimmy’s Convenience) and Balaaj. Inc (dba Gilbert’s Market). The meeting also includes updates on the SCMPPH Grant and online permitting.

• Tobacco hearing: G&R Corp. dba Jimmy’s Convenience
• Tobacco hearing: Balaaj. Inc dba Gilbert’s Market
• SCMPPH Grant update
• Discussion of online permitting
• Approval of April 10, 2023 minutes

The Board of Health held hearings for four businesses cited for flavored tobacco violations, resulting in fines and permit suspensions. The Board also noted the appointment of an interim Health Director and a grant increase for health inspection and contact tracing.

• Approved continuation of fine without a finding for 36 months for AG United Corp dba 7 Eleven (Unanimous)
• Found M+D., LLC dba Sunnyside Farms responsible for fine and continued 7-day tobacco permit suspension without finding for 36 months (Unanimous)
• Found G&R Corp. dba Jimmy’s Convenience responsible for fine and continued 7-day tobacco permit suspension without finding for 36 months (Unanimous)
• Approved 45-day payment extension for G&R Corp. dba Jimmy’s Convenience (Unanimous)
• Found Balaaj, Inc dba Gilbert’s Market responsible for fine and continued 7-day tobacco permit suspension without finding for 36 months (Unanimous)
• Approved 21-day payment extension for Balaaj, Inc dba Gilbert’s Market (Unanimous)
• Tabled April 10, 2023 minutes
• Tabled re-organization of the Board following the resignation of Mr. Carboneau

Planning Board

The Board approved a subdivision plan for 159 Gore Road. Several other items, including stormwater permits and site plan modifications, were tabled or continued to future meetings.

• Endorsed and authorized signing of ANR plan for 159 Gore Road (4-0)
• Tabled reorganization and election of CMRPC Delegates
• Tabled Annual Worcester District Registry of Deeds Signature Form
• Tabled draft meeting minutes
• Continued stormwater permit for 52 Worcester Road to June 26, 2023 (4-0)
• Continued site plan modification for 114 Point Breeze Road to June 26, 2023 (4-0)

School Building Committee

The committee will review financial updates, schedules, and modular updates for Webster Public Schools. The meeting includes votes regarding a traffic study proposal, a Flansburgh contract amendment, and materials testing agent proposals.

• Vote to approve Traffic Study Proposal
• Vote to approve Flansburgh Contract Amendment
• Vote to approve Materials Testing and Inspection Agent Proposals
• Vote to approve Contractor Prequalification subcommittee

School Building Committee

The committee will review financial, schedule, and modular updates regarding the Owner's Project Manager (OPM). The meeting includes several items requiring votes, including a traffic study proposal and a contract amendment for Flansburgh.

• Vote to approve Traffic Study Proposal
• Vote to approve Flansburgh Contract Amendment
• Vote to approve Materials Testing and Inspection Agent Proposals
• Vote to approve Contractor Prequalification subcommittee
• Review of Warrant Article updates

Personnel Advisory Board

The board will review HR reports with the UMass Collins Center and discuss a by-law change. The agenda also includes updates on hiring, budgets, and PAB membership.

• TA/ATA Report regarding hiring and budget updates
• HR Review Report with Mary Aicardi of the UMass Collins Center
• Discussion of a by-law change
• Review of PAB Membership

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will hold elections for officers and conduct a review of the library's bylaws. The meeting also includes updates on budget, strategic planning, and community room equipment.

• Election of officers
• Review of BYLAWS
• Budget Update
• Community Room equipment replacement, warranty, and service plan
• Garden raised bed project

The Board of Library Trustees elected its officers and established a permanent monthly meeting time. The board also approved the minutes from the April 13 meeting.

• Elected Rena Klebart (Chair), Richard Franas (Vice-Chair), Martina Koziak (Treasurer), and Jeanne Mikels (Secretary) (Unanimous)
• Approved monthly meetings to be held second Thursday of each month at 5:30pm (Unanimous)
• Approved April 13 minutes as issued (Unanimous)

Water Sewer Commission

The Commission will review monthly PFAS testing reports, the Lake Street water main replacement, and meter replacement projects. The meeting includes updates on sewer aeration, the RT 16 Project, and upcoming warrant article votes at the STM/ATM.

• Monthly PFAS Testing Report
• Lake Street Water Main Replacement
• Meter Replacement Project
• RT 16 Project
• Warrant articles vote at STM/ATM

The Commission voted to offer a split of the $325,870 owed by Dudley while maintaining capital replacement based on flow readings. Members also reviewed updates on PFAS testing, water main replacements, and sewer aeration projects.

• Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes with one correction (3-0)
• Approved offer to Dudley to split the amount owed but maintain capital replacement based on flow reading % (4-0)

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee met to review and sign warrants, bills, payroll, and vouchers. The agenda included a specific request to transfer funds from the Webster Middle School Activity savings to a checking account.

• $5,379.40 transfer request from Webster Middle School Activity savings to checking account

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging met to review the April 3, 2023, minutes and receive reports from the Director and Friends of Senior Center. The meeting included discussions regarding dementia training for the Memory Café and follow-up information on transportation.

• Continuation of Memory Café and dementia training
• Follow up info on transportation
• Board reorganization
• Craft Fair proposal

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to conduct committee reorganization and approve minutes from the April 11, 2023, meeting. The committee will also discuss warrants for Special and Annual Town Meetings.

• Committee reorganization
• Approval of April 11, 2023, minutes
• Discussion of Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants

The committee voted unanimously to postpone its reorganization until the next full meeting. It approved the April 11, 2023 meeting minutes with two abstentions, noting the meeting notice was not properly distributed. The committee also voted to hold its next meeting on June 20, 2023 at 6:00 p.m., with the chairman polling members on holding it in person. No changes were made to the Special or Annual Town Meeting warrants.

• Postponed committee reorganization to next full meeting (4-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0-2)
• Set next meeting for June 20, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. with in-person poll (4-0)
• Adjourned at 6:19 p.m. to reconvene for Town Meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned at 9:45 p.m. (3-0)

Bylaw Review Committee

The Bylaw Review Committee met to review two articles for the Annual Town Meeting warrant. The committee discussed proposed amendments regarding noncriminal disposition fines and the Personnel Advisory Board.

• Review of Warrant Article 9: Amend by-laws regarding noncriminal disposition fines
• Review of Warrant Article 10: Amend by-laws regarding Personnel Advisory Board
• Approval of April 24, 2023, meeting minutes

The Webster Bylaw Committee met and reviewed two articles on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant: Article 9 (adding fines for waterfowl bylaw violations) and Article 10 (amending Personnel Advisory Board bylaws). The committee had no recommendations for either article. The committee also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 24, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed Article 9 on waterfowl bylaw fines — no recommendation
• Reviewed Article 10 on Personnel Advisory Board amendments — no recommendation
• Voted to notify Town Moderator of no recommendations on Articles 9 and 10 (unanimous)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss cannabis manufacturing renewals for Curaleaf Massachusetts, Inc. and review the Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles. The meeting also includes several license applications and a request to appoint a new member to the Conservation Commission.

• 5-year HCA renewal for cannabis manufacturing and cultivation for Curaleaf Massachusetts, Inc.
• Review and approval of Bond Anticipation Note results
• Alcohol License application for Tristan's on Main at 267 Main Street
• Common Victualler License application for One Point Nutrition at 129 E Main Street, Suite #2
• Appointment of Pam Sheehan to the Conservation Commission for a 3-year term

The Board reorganized its leadership and approved the sale of $3,013,444 in General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes for a high school feasibility study. The Board also authorized negotiations for a medical cannabis manufacturing license renewal and issued several liquor and business licenses.

• Appointed Earl Gabor as Chairman, Tom Klebart as Vice-Chairman, and Randy Becker as Secretary (5-0)
• Approved All Alcohol license for Tristan’s on Main at 267 Main Street (5-0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to negotiate 5-year host community agreement with Curaleaf for medical manufacturing and growing (4-0)
• Approved sale of $3,013,444 in General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes for high school feasibility study (5-0)
• Issued 100th anniversary resolution to Place Motors, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Common Victuallers license for On Point Nutrition (5-0)
• Approved three one-day liquor licenses for St. Joseph’s School for events on May 13, May 20, and June 17 (5-0)
• Appointed Pam Sheeran to the Conservation Commission for a 3-year term (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider several amendments to the Town of Webster Zoning By-law. The board will also consider an article for the Annual Town Meeting regarding updated floodplain language.

• Proposed deletions to setback building line language in District 1, District 2, District 3, and District 5
• Proposed changes to setback building lines in District 7 Lake Residential
• Public hearing on replacing Section 650-22 District 8 Floodplain language for FEMA and state compliance

Planning Board

The Board will review site plan endorsements for duplex construction on Thompson Road and a completeness request for Pinewood Estates II. Additionally, the Board will hold public hearings regarding proposed amendments to several Town Meeting warrant articles concerning floodplain and setback regulations.

• Stormwater permit and site plan endorsement for new duplex at 118 Thompson Road
• Stormwater permit and site plan endorsement for new duplex at 120 Thompson Road
• Completeness determination for Pinewood Estates II - Oakwood Drive (partial)
• Public hearing on updating District 8 floodplain language for FEMA compliance
• Public hearing on amendments to setback building lines in Districts 1, 2, and 3

The Board voted unanimously not to recommend a citizen's petition to rezone properties along Thompson Road from General Business B-5 to Agricultural Single Family Residential (ASFR), citing concerns about unintended consequences for redevelopment of the Colonial Club site and the hospital. The Board also approved stormwater permits and site plan endorsements for two duplexes at 118 and 120 Thompson Road, and recommended approval of a floodplain bylaw update to comply with FEMA requirements. Additionally, the Board granted waivers, determined subdivision completion, and reduced a performance bond for Pinewood Estates II.

• Voted not to recommend zoning change from B-5 to ASFR along Thompson Road (4-0)
• Approved stormwater permit and site plan for duplex at 118 Thompson Road (4-0)
• Approved stormwater permit and site plan for duplex at 120 Thompson Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of FEMA-compliant floodplain bylaw update (4-0)
• Granted waivers for subdivision pinning requirement at Pinewood Estates II (4-0)
• Determined Pinewood Estates II subdivision complete (4-0)
• Reduced performance bond for Pinewood Estates II from $160,880 to $73,000 (4-0)
• Tabled action on setback bylaw amendments for multiple districts (no vote taken)

Cable Advisory Board

The Cable Advisory Committee will meet to review the minutes from the March 8, 2023, meeting. The committee will also hold discussions regarding the operating budget and received quotes for capital improvements.

• Vote on March 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion of operating budget
• Discussion of capital improvement quotes

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health will hold a virtual meeting to review updates from various health coordinators and specialists. The agenda includes workplan development and the approval of previous minutes.

• Approval of Minutes
• Community Health Coordinator Update
• Regional Health Inspector Update
• Public Health Nurse Update
• Workplan development

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will review minutes from the January 10, 2023, meeting. The council will also discuss grant money received for the spring festival.

• Vote on January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion of spring festival grant money

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will meet to approve several retirements and refunds of accumulated deductions. The board will also vote on the April 2023 warrants totaling $419,219.77.

• Approval of retirements for Sheryl Spink (School Department) and Chris Jolda (Fire Department)
• April 2023 Warrants: Payroll $361,190.26, Payables $58,029.51, Total $419,219.77
• Vote to submit the Annual Statement of Financial Condition to PERAC
• Refunds of accumulated deductions for Melissa Kirkland and Joseph Bardellini
• Authorization of funds for attendance at the Spring Conference in Hyannis

The Board approved April 2023 payroll and payables warrants totaling $419,219.77. It also authorized two retirements, two refunds of accumulated deductions, and one transfer of deductions. Additionally, the Board approved funding for summer temporary help and new office equipment.

• Approved April 2023 warrants for payroll ($361,190.26) and payables ($58,029.51) (5-0)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Sheryl Spink (5-0)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Chris Jolda (5-0)
• Approved transfer of accumulated deductions for Mathew Fitton to Southbridge Retirement System (5-0)
• Approved refund of accumulated deductions for Melissa Kirkland (5-0)
• Approved refund of accumulated deductions for Joseph Bardellini (5-0)
• Approved hiring temporary summer help not to exceed $3,000.00 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved purchase of laptop (max $2,500.00) and scanner/copier (max $3,000.00) (5-0)

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council met on April 27, 2023, to discuss planning for a multicultural festival. No other action items or decisions were listed on the agenda.

• Multicultural festival planning

Water Sewer Commission

The Webster Water Sewer Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Dudley Water/Sewer Commission. The agenda includes a discussion and possible vote regarding IMA true up.

• IMA true up discussion and possible vote

The Webster and Dudley Water Sewer Commissions discussed three outstanding issues regarding a 'true up' process: flow rates, capital costs, and indirect costs. No final votes were taken on the proposals, though the commissions agreed to a monitoring device for flow meters and discussed a potential 10% monthly fee increase.

• Agreed to allow Dudley to install a monitoring device on the flow meter
• Discussed proposal to use a flat 20% rate for all capital and abate $373K owed to Webster (pending consideration)
• Discussed 10% increase to the monthly fee (pending written proposal from Dudley)
• Applied $13K reduction to indirect costs, leaving $360,365 owed to Webster by Dudley

Historical Commission

The Commission will review minutes, bills, and the 2024 budget. Members will also discuss the MHC Survey and Planning Grant, Tercentenary Marker display, and the Slater Burial Site.

• Request for letters of support for MAHRTC April Round: Rock Castle School (41 Prospect Street) and Thompson School (10 Prospect Street)
• Discussion of MHC Survey and Planning Grant
• Review of Demolition Delay By-Law
• 2024 Budget review

The Commission approved letters of support for the rehabilitation of the Thompson and Rock Castle Schools on Prospect Street to assist in seeking state historic tax credits. The board also approved two sets of previous meeting minutes and one bill for signage.

• Approved letters of support for Thompson and Rock Castle Schools rehabilitation (4-0)
• Approved February 28, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved $151.58 payment to AG Signs of Auburn (3-0)

Bylaw Review Committee

The committee will review an Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article regarding a proposed bylaw. The proposal concerns a demolition delay intended to preserve historically significant buildings and structures.

• Review of proposed bylaw regarding demolition delay for historic preservation

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider site plan modifications for properties on Thompson Road and Point Breeze Road. The meeting also includes a request for determination of completeness for Pinewood Estates IIT and an ANR approval for the Davis Street Extension.

• Davis Street Extension between Main Street and Tracy Court (ANR)
• Pinewood Estates IIT - Oakwood Drive partial development
• Massachusetts Historic Tax Credit Letter Request for 10 and 41 Prospect Street
• Site Plan Modification: Sales and Commercial Parking at 300 Thompson Road
• Site Plan Modification: New Garage construction at 114 Point Breeze Road

The Board approved the final official street layout for the Davis Street Extension. Several other site plan modifications and completeness requests were continued to future meetings to allow for site visits or additional documentation.

• Approved Davis Street Extension street layout (4-0)
• Approved recommendation for historic tax credits at 10 and 41 Prospect Street (4-0)
• Granted continuance for Pinewood Estates II completeness request to May 4, 2023 (4-0)
• Continued site plan modification for 114 Point Breeze Road to May 22, 2023 (4-0)
• Continued site plan modification for 300 Thompson Road to May 22, 2023 for site visits (4-0)

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health will hold a virtual meeting to review updates from various health officials. The agenda includes workplan development and reports from the Community Health Coordinator, Regional Health Inspector, Public Health Nurse, Epidemiologist, and Shared Services Coordinator.

• Approval of minutes
• Workplan development

Personnel Advisory Board

The Webster Personnel Advisory Board will meet remotely to approve February minutes and conduct an HR review. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a by-law change for the Town Meeting warrant and updates from the Town Administrator.

• Approval of February 3, 2023, meeting minutes
• HR Review
• By-Law Change in Warrant for Town Meeting
• Town Administrator report on hiring and budget

The Board approved the minutes from the February 3, 2023 meeting. Members discussed a draft HR review report and noted a by-law change is included in the upcoming Town meeting warrant. The Town Administrator reported on staffing vacancies and recruitment efforts for the Fire Department.

• Approved February 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Selectmen

The provided document is a meeting agenda containing only procedural information regarding remote participation via Vonage. No specific town business, motions, or items for decision were listed in the text.

The Board of Selectmen approved several one-day liquor licenses and recommended various articles for the Spring Special and Annual Town Meetings. These recommendations include funding for a new fire truck, a library generator, and the demolition of a building at 124R High Street. The board also accepted the Davis Street layout for the Town Meeting warrant.

• Approved one-day liquor license for Sacred Heart Church (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Place Motors (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for St. Constantine & Helen Church (3-0)
• Accepted Davis Street layout for Town Meeting warrant (3-0)
• Recommended Special Town Meeting articles 1-4, 5, 6-8, 9 (fire truck), 10 (generator), and 12 ($1M transfer to stabilization fund) (3-0)
• Recommended Special Town Meeting article 11 (demolition of 124R High Street) (2-1)
• Recommended Annual Town Meeting articles 1-4, 5-6, 7 (cable access), 8 (Davis Street), and 10 (PAB bylaws) (3-0)
• Authorized Town Counsel to respond to an open meeting law complaint (3-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review financial reports, warrants, and the library budget. The meeting includes discussions on strategic planning and the use of Bartholomew Trust Accounts.

• Budget update
• Bartholomew Trust Accounts update and use
• Replacement equipment discussion
• Emergency support supplies/equipment
• Generator discussion

The Board of Library Trustees approved using State Aid to fund professional development for staff. The board also identified specific Bartholomew Trust accounts to fund the repair or replacement of the Community Room projector.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved use of State Aid to fund Professional Development (unanimous)
• Identified Douglas & Doris Stockdale, Ellen & Emilio DeDonato, and Josephine Stillman Kemp accounts to pay for Community Room Projector repair/replacement

Water Sewer Commission

The Commission will review monthly PFAS testing reports and updates on the Lake Street water main replacement. The meeting includes discussions regarding the draft FY24 budget and upcoming water/sewer rate hearings.

• Monthly PFAS Testing Report & updates
• Lake Street Water Main Replacement update
• Draft FY24 Budget Update
• April Water/Sewer Rate Hearing Discussion
• Proposed 2" PFAS Presentation by Tighe & Bond

The Commission approved the FY24 Water and Sewer budgets and passed nine warrant articles for Town Meeting, including funding for a PFAS water treatment plant and sewer system rehabilitation. Members also reviewed PFAS testing results and the progress of the Lake Street water main replacement.

• Approved FY24 Water Sewer Budgets (4-0)
• Approved Article 2: Sewer Enterprise Fund Prior Year bills (4-0)
• Approved Article 3: Water Enterprise Fund Prior Year bills (4-0)
• Approved Article 7: Appropriation for Sewer Capital Projects (4-0)
• Approved Article 8: Appropriation for Water Capital Projects (4-0)
• Approved Article 13 & 14: Waste Water Treatment Plant Aeration System Phase 1 (4-0)
• Approved Article 15: Sewer Collections System Rehabilitation Construction (4-0)
• Approved Article 16: PFAS Water Treatment Plant (4-0)

School Building Committee

The committee is reviewing the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) update, including financial reports and 60% construction document cost estimates. Members will vote on a Value Engineering list and the submission of the 60% design package to the MSBA.

• Vote to approve the Value Engineering List
• Vote to approve OPM submission of 60% CD Package to MSBA
• Update on 60% CD Cost Estimates and Colliers Estimate Analysis
• Review of Modular Classroom project schedule and submittals
• Town Accountant update regarding Warrant Article

Finance Committee

The Webster Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY2024 budgets for the school system, general fund, sewer fund, and water fund. The committee will also review recommendations and the Capital Improvements Program for upcoming Special and Annual Town Meeting warrants.

• FY2024 School System Budget review
• FY2024 General Fund Budget review
• FY2024 Sewer Fund Budget review
• FY2024 Water Fund Budget review
• Review of Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants

The committee recommended approval for most Special Town Meeting articles and several Annual Town Meeting articles. They also reviewed the proposed FY24 Webster Public Schools budget and appointed a designee to finalize the Finance Committee Report.

• Approved meeting minutes of March 7 and March 14, 2023 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Articles 1-17 on the Special Town Meeting Warrant (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Articles 1-8 and Article 10 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant (4-0)
• Recommended 'Refer to Sponsor' for Article 9 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant (4-0)
• Recommended 'Refer to Sponsor' for Articles 11-16 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant (4-0)
• Recommended 'Refer to Sponsor' for Articles 16 and 17 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant (4-0)
• Appointed Sarah Sansom as designee to finalize the Finance Committee Report (4-0)

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The School Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY23 budget. The meeting also includes reports from the Superintendent and Business Manager, as well as discussions on new job descriptions.

• Public hearing for FY23 Budget
• Approval of Extended Day Programming Coordinator job description
• Approval of Adult Education Assistant Director job description
• Discussion on MTA recommended Thrive Act
• Review of warrants, bills, payroll, and vouchers

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the February 6, 2023, meeting minutes and receive a report from the Health Director. The director's report includes updates on SCMPPH grants, staffing, remote meeting extensions, online permitting, and ALSCO food inspections.

• Approval of February 06, 2023, minutes
• Health Director's report on SCMPPH grant updates
• Discussion of staffing and remote meeting extensions
• Update on online permitting and ALSCO food inspections

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the February 6, 2023 meeting. The Health Director provided updates on regional grants, staffing, and food inspections, but no other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 06, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Selectmen

The meeting agenda contains procedural items including the approval of March 20, 2023, minutes and a review of Town Administrator evaluations. The document also lists several board and committee vacancies and upcoming town events.

• Approval of Regular Session Meeting Minutes from March 20, 2023
• Review of the Town Administrator Evaluations
• Recognition of retired Fire Fighters: Lt. Henry Fontaine, Lt. Joseph Motrucinski, and FF Ronald Lamontagne
• Identification of vacancies for various committees including Finance, Personnel Advisory, and Zoning Board of Appeals

The meeting was held without a quorum, meaning no official votes could be taken. The session was for informational discussion only. Members reviewed Spring Annual and Special Town Meeting warrant articles with staff.

Board of Library Trustees

The agenda contains only procedural information regarding remote participation via Zoom. No specific library business or action items are listed in the provided text.

The Board of Library Trustees voted to replace a dysfunctional projector and its associated software code in the Community Room. The project will be funded using Bartholomew Funds.

• Approved projector replacement and code provision at a cost not to exceed $20,000 (5-0)

Water Sewer Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the setting of water and sewer rates for Fiscal Year 2024. The meeting includes presentations from Tighe and Bond regarding PFAS mitigation and a rate study.

• PFAS Mitigation presentation by Tighe and Bond
• Public Hearing for FY24 Webster Water and Sewer Rate Setting
• Rate Study Presentation by Tighe and Bond
• Discussion and Vote to Establish the FY24 Water and Sewer Rates
• Approval of minutes from 3/9 and 3/15 meetings

The Commission voted to increase water rates by 15% and sewer rates by 10% for FY24. These changes will take effect July 1 and appear in the October billing cycle. The board also reviewed a PFAS mitigation plan to secure potential loans and principal forgiveness.

• Approved FY24 water rate increase of 15% (4-0)
• Approved FY24 sewer rate increase of 10% (4-0)
• Approved 3/9/23 meeting minutes
• Approved 3/15/23 meeting minutes

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health will hold a virtual meeting to review capacity assessments and receive updates from regional health staff. The agenda includes reports from the Community Health Coordinator, Regional Health Inspector, Public Health Nurse, and Epidemiologist.

• ORLH and BME Capacity Assessment
• Approval of Minutes
• Community Health Coordinator Update
• Regional Health Inspector Update
• Public Health Nurse and Epidemiologist updates

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the March 6, 2023, minutes and receive reports from the Director and the Friends of Senior Center. The agenda includes discussions regarding WRTA and an update on the Memory Café.

• Approval of March 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion on reorganization of Officers at June Meeting
• Update on Memory Café

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The School Committee will meet to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining and contract negotiations with nonunion personnel in executive session. The committee also plans to vote on the approval of a Superintendent contract.

• Approval of Superintendent contract
• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy
• Executive session for nonunion personnel contract negotiations
• Approval of Business Manager job description
• Approval of Webster Educators Memorandum of Agreement regarding BHS scheduling

Historical Commission

The commission will conduct a remote meeting to discuss ongoing historical projects and administrative items. The agenda includes updates on the MHC Survey and Planning Grant, as well as discussions regarding the Tercentenary Marker and Slater Burial Site.

• MHC Survey and Planning Grant
• Tercentenary Marker display
• Slater Burial Site
• Demolition Delay By-Law
• 2024 Budget

The Commission voted to accept a $12,500 MHC FY23 Grant for a survey and planning project. They also approved the purchase of a Tercentenary Marker and accepted the resignation of member Curtis Cleaves.

• Accepted $12,500 MHC FY23 Grant allocation (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Tercentenary Marker not to exceed $200.00 (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of member Curtis Cleaves (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several site plan approvals and stormwater permits for duplexes on Thompson Road. The meeting also includes discussions regarding engineering updates and odor mitigation at a marijuana cultivation facility.

• Request for determination of completeness for Pinewood Estates II - Oakwood Drive
• Site Plan Approval/Stormwater Permit for duplexes at 118 and 120 Thompson Road
• Site plan modification for commercial parking at 300 Thompson Road
• Site plan modification for a new garage at 114 Point Breeze Road
• Odor mitigation update for Curaleaf facility at 30 Worcester Road

The Board approved site plans with conditions for duplexes at 118 and 120 Thompson Road. Members also directed the Building Inspector to review a site at 13-15 Old Worcester Road following reports of erosion and road degradation. Several other site plan requests were continued to April.

• Approved site plan with conditions for duplex at 118 Thompson Road (4-0)
• Approved site plan with conditions for duplex at 120 Thompson Road (4-0)
• Directed Building Inspector to review site at 13-15 Old Worcester Road for violations (4-0)
• Continued Pinewood Estates II request to April meeting (4-0)
• Continued site plan modification for 300 Thompson Road to April 24 (4-0)
• Continued site plan modification for 114 Point Breeze Road to April 24 (4-0)

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will meet to approve February 2023 meeting minutes and March 2023 warrants totaling $444,945.27. The board will also consider several service buy-back requests and one superannuation retirement.

• Approval of March 2023 warrants: Payroll $361,483.50 and Payables $83,461.77
• Service buy-back requests for Chris Jolda, Kevin Adams, Lori Marrazzo, Bruce Hamm, and Joseph Brooks
• Superannuation retirement of Lynn Furtado from the Webster School Department
• Review of PRIT Report and Economic Outlook
• Administrator updates regarding 2023 Budget and 2022 Annual Statement to PERAC

The Board approved the February 2023 meeting minutes and the March 2023 payroll and payables warrants. They approved the superannuation retirement of Lynn Furtado and the transfer of accumulated deductions for Peter Arsenault. The Board also reviewed service buy-backs for five individuals.

• Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Lynn Furtado effective April 1, 2023
• Approved transfer of accumulated deductions for Peter Arsenault to Shrewsbury Contributory Retirement System
• Approved March 2023 warrants: Payroll $361,483.50 and Payables $83,461.77 (Total $444,945.27)
• Approved service buy-backs for Chris Jolda, Kevin Adams, Lori Marrazzo, Bruce Hamm, and Joseph Brooks

Contributory Retirement System

The Supplemental Regulation Subcommittee will meet to discuss proposed updates to the retirement system's supplemental regulations. The discussion will include the potential impact of these changes on school employees.

• Discussion of proposed changes to the Supplemental Regulations
• Review of impacts on school employees

The Board approved monthly payroll and payables warrants and authorized several service buy-backs. It also approved one superannuation retirement and one transfer of accumulated deductions to another system.

• Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved service buy-backs for Chris Jolda ($26,707.65), Kevin Adams ($29,057.70), Lori Marrazzo ($2,464.34), Bruce Hamm ($933.09), and Joseph Brooks ($2,743.00) (5-0)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Lynn Furtado effective April 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved transfer of accumulated deductions for Peter Arsenault to Shrewsbury Contributory Retirement System (5-0)
• Approved March 2023 warrants totaling $444,945.27 (5-0)

School Building Committee

The committee will review updates on construction milestones, modular units, and design phases. Members will also discuss the MSBA budget relative to town spending limits and consider a vote regarding Park Ave remaining school building funds for the Bartlett Project.

• OPM report on project milestones and modular update
• Architect update on construction phasing and potential Value Engineering (VE) items
• Discussion of MSBA Budget vs Town Meeting Authorized Spending Limit
• Possible vote to authorize Park Ave remaining school building funds for the Bartlett Project

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to review the March 6, 2023, meeting minutes. The board will also consider a request to amend the 2023 concert schedule and/or entertainment license for Indian Ranch Recreation located at 200 Gore Road.

• Approval of March 6, 2023, regular session meeting minutes
• Request to amend 2023 Concert Schedule or entertainment license for Indian Ranch Recreation, 200 Gore Road

The Board of Selectmen approved a one-time amendment to the 2023 concert schedule for Indian Ranch Recreation Inc. to allow specific back-to-back and late Sunday shows. The Board also approved the meeting minutes from March 6, 2023.

• Approved amendment to 2023 Indian Ranch Recreation concert season for up to 3 back-to-back evening shows on non-consecutive weeks and 2 Sunday evening shows between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of March 6, 2023 (5-0)

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The School Committee met to discuss the appointment of a new Superintendent of Schools. The committee also moved into executive session to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel.

• Deliberation and appointment of new Superintendent of Schools
• Executive session for Superintendent contract negotiations

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The School Committee will conduct interviews with two final candidates for the position of Superintendent of Schools. The committee will also deliberate on the appointment and move into executive session for contract negotiations.

• Interview of Superintendent finalist Steven Lamarche
• Interview of Superintendent finalist Deanna LeBlanc
• Deliberation and appointment of new Superintendent of Schools
• Appointment of School Committee member to negotiate Superintendent contract

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee met to conduct interviews for the position of Superintendent. The meeting included scheduled interviews with Dr. Karrie Allen and Ms. Monique Pierangeli.

• Interview of Superintendent finalist Dr. Karrie Allen
• Interview of Superintendent finalist Ms. Monique Pierangeli

Water Sewer Commission

The Webster Water Sewer Commission will meet to consider a vote to rescind a previous decision regarding an increase in the Dudley sewer payment. The meeting includes only this single action item and adjournment.

• Vote to rescind vote to increase in Dudley sewer payment

The Water Sewer Commission voted to rescind a previously approved 10% increase to Dudley's payment. The commission decided to hold off on invoice increases while working to finalize the current true up.

• Rescinded 10% increase to Dudley's payment (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Webster Finance Committee will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024. The committee will also review minutes from the January 7, 2023, meeting.

• Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Operating Budget
• Approval of January 7, 2023, meeting minutes

The Finance Committee opened and closed a public hearing regarding the fiscal year 2024 proposed operating budget. The committee discussed budget items including cannabis mitigation funding for firefighters and salary adjustments for the Highway Superintendent and Finance Director. No final vote on the budget was recorded.

• Opened public hearing for FY2024 proposed operating budget (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for FY2024 proposed operating budget (5-0)

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee will meet to discuss the FY24 budget update and approve the Interim Superintendent's contract. The agenda also includes reports from the Business Manager, the Principal of Park Avenue Elementary, and updates on the Superintendent search.

• FY 24 Budget Update Discussion and Approval
• Approval of Interim Superintendent Contract
• Approval of BHS Art field trip to The Whitney Museum, New York City
• Appointment of Interim Superintendent Pierangeli to two regional education boards
• Report from the Superintendent Search Committee

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Webster Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing draft decisions regarding two variance applications. These applications seek relief from front yard setback requirements for new residential construction.

• Variance for a new house at 15 South Shore Road (Eric Brzostek)
• Variance to demolish an existing house and build a new one at 75 Bates Point Road (Charels Nikopoulos)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two variance applications to allow the construction of new houses despite front yard setback requirements. Both properties are located within the Lake Residential and Lake Watershed Protection districts.

• Approved variance for front yard setback to construct a new house at 15 South Shore Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for front yard setback to demolish and construct a new house at 75 Bates Point Road (5-0)
• Directed Ann Morgan to sign the decisions for both approved variances (5-0)

Soldiers & Sailors Monuments Committee

The committee met to review financial reports and consider maintenance items for the monument. Discussion included potential work on flowers, trees, and bushes for Memorial Day.

• Review of financial report
• Consideration of flowers, trees, and bushes for Memorial Day
• Discussion regarding maintenance/replacement of items

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review the Director's report and financial warrants. The agenda includes updates on the budget, strategic planning, and Bartholomew Trust Accounts.

• Approval of February 9, 2023, minutes
• Review of warrants and financial reports
• Bartholomew Trust Accounts update
• Budget update
• Strategic Planning discussion

The Board unanimously approved the minutes as issued. The Secretary will draft a letter requesting the removal of a non-functional grandfather clock replica from the library.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to request removal of non-functional grandfather clock replica via letter

Water Sewer Commission

The Commission will receive updates on water and sewer department operations, including PFAS testing and meter replacements. The meeting includes discussions regarding the draft FY24 budget and a presentation on a rate study.

• Monthly PFAS Testing Report & updates
• Meter Replacement Project update
• Draft FY24 Budget Update
• Rate Study Presentation
• Setting a date for the April Water/Sewer Rate Hearing

The Commission approved a 10% increase to the monthly payment for the town of Dudley regarding their Intermunicipal Agreement (IMA). Members also scheduled a rate hearing for April 6 and reviewed property encroachments at the water tower site.

• Approved 10% increase to Dudley's monthly IMA payment (4-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes with one correction (4-0)
• Scheduled Water/Sewer Rate Hearing for April 6, 2023, at 6:30pm
• Scheduled PFAS design and cost presentation for April 27, 2023, at 6:30pm

Cable Advisory Board

The committee will review the December 14, 2022, meeting minutes for possible approval. Members will also discuss gathering information from Town Council William Hewig regarding Spectrum and review recent survey results.

• Approval of December 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion with Town Council William Hewig regarding Spectrum
• Review of survey results

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health will hold a virtual meeting to receive updates from various health officials. The agenda includes reports from the Community Health Coordinator, Regional Health Inspector, Public Health Nurse, Epidemiologist, and Shared Services Coordinator.

• Approval of Minutes
• Webster Accountant Compensation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet via conference call to discuss the FY24 budget calendar and review 2023 goals and objectives. The agenda also includes reports from the Town Administrator and Finance Director.

• Approval of January 11, 2023, minutes
• Review and discussion of FY2023 Goals and Objectives
• Discussion of FY24 Budget/Budget Calendar

The Finance Committee reviewed the Town Administrator's proposed FY24 budget, which includes staffing increases for IT, Conservation, and Fire departments. The committee also discussed ongoing collective bargaining and a vacancy on the Board of Health.

• Approved meeting minutes of January 11, 2023 (4-2-0)
• Passed over FY23 Goals and Objectives (6-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting originally scheduled for March 7 was rescheduled to March 14, 2023. The board will review draft decisions regarding variance applications for two residential properties.

• Variance for front yard setback relief to build a new house at 15 South Shore Road
• Variance for front yard setback relief to demolish and rebuild a house at 75 Bates Point Road

Council on Aging

The Webster Council on Aging is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of February meeting minutes, a Director's report, and a Friends of Senior Center report. Old business includes the Memory Café program, and new business involves planning for officer reorganization in June.

• Approval of minutes from February 6, 2023 meeting
• Director's report on senior center operations
• Friends of Senior Center report
• Discussion of Memory Café (old business)
• Planning for officer reorganization in June (new business)

Board of Selectmen

The agenda contains only procedural items and the approval of February 13, 2023, meeting minutes. No new business or substantive items are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of February 13, 2023, Regular Session Meeting Minutes
• Moment of silence for Webster Fire Fighter Paul Cloutier

The Board of Selectmen approved the Town Election Warrant for May 1, 2023, and opened the warrants for the Spring Special and Annual Town Meetings. The Board also appointed a new alternate member to the Zoning Board of Appeals and approved a one-day liquor license.

• Approved meeting minutes of February 13, 2023 (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Robin Jewell at Killdeer Island Club for June 17, 2023 (5-0)
• Opened warrant for Spring Special Town Meeting on 5/8/2023 (5-0)
• Opened warrant for Spring Annual Town Meeting on 5/8/2023 (5-0)
• Approved Town Election Warrant for 5/1/2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Jeffrey Czechowski as alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 3-year term (5-0)
• Approved Town Administrator’s report (5-0)

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The School Committee will consider the upcoming school year calendar and several student field trips. The meeting also includes updates on the superintendent search and various school donations.

• Approval of 2023-2024 School Calendar
• Approval of out of state field trip to High Meadows, Granby CT for Class of 2023
• Approval of Bartlett High School DECA overnight field trip
• Transfer request of $4,836.82 from Webster Middle School Student Activity savings
• Acceptance of trombone donation to Webster Middle School

Historical Commission

The commission will conduct a remote meeting to discuss ongoing historical projects and administrative matters. The agenda includes updates on survey grants, markers, and the 2024 budget.

• MHC Survey and Planning Grant discussion
• Tercentenary Marker display
• Slater Burial Site review
• 2024 Budget discussion
• Demolition Delay By-Law review

The Commission approved a revised bylaw for the preservation of historically preserved buildings and structures, which will be sent to the By-Law Committee for review. Members also discussed the Slater Burial Site restoration and the Tercentenary Marker display.

• Approved Preservation of Historically Preserved Buildings and Structures Bylaw as modified (6-0)
• Agreed to vote on all previous minutes at the next meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider site plan approvals for duplexes on Thompson Road and a modification for 300 Thompson Road. The meeting also includes a request for a recommendation regarding the new layout of Davis Street.

• ANR Plan approval for 34 Stoughton Avenue
• Proposed new layout of Davis Street
• Site Plan Approval/Stormwater Permit for duplexes at 118 and 120 Thompson Road
• Site Plan Modification for sales and commercial parking at 300 Thompson Road
• Odor mitigation update for marijuana cultivation facility at 30 Worcester Road

The Planning Board approved an ANR plan for 34 Stoughton Avenue and recommended the new Davis Street layout to the Board of Selectmen. Several site plan requests were continued to the March meeting. The Board also reviewed odor mitigation progress at the Curaleaf facility.

• Endorsed ANR plan for 34 Stoughton Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of proposed Davis Street layout as a Town way (5-0)
• Continued Pinewood Estates II determination of completeness to March 27 meeting (5-0)
• Continued site plan/stormwater permits for 118 and 120 Thompson Road to March 27 meeting (5-0)
• Continued site plan modification for 300 Thompson Road to next meeting (5-0)

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The Webster School Committee met via Zoom on February 24, 2023. The primary item on the agenda was the appointment of an Interim Superintendent.

• Appointment of Interim Superintendent

Contributory Retirement System

The Retirement Board will meet to review the January 2023 minutes, the PRIT report, and administrator updates. The board is scheduled to vote on a Cost of Living Increase for retirees effective July 1, 2023, and approve March 2023 payroll and payable warrants.

• Vote on Cost of Living Increase for retirees applicable to an $18,000.00 base
• Vote to approve transfer of accumulated deductions for Karola Rachholz
• Vote to approve March 2023 Warrants-Payroll and Payables
• Review of Selectmen vote on 5% COLA
• Approval of new members and refunds

The Retirement Board approved a 3% cost of living adjustment effective July 1, 2023. The Board also approved new members, a refund for a former employee, and the March 2023 warrants.

• Approved 3% Cost of Living Adjustment on $18,000.00 base effective July 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved March 2023 warrants totaling $518,426.13 (5-0)
• Approved 16 new members (5-0)
• Approved refund of accumulated deductions for Nicole Albright (5-0)
• Approved transfer of accumulated deductions for Karola Rachholz to Worcester Regional Retirement System (5-0)
• Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The committee will conduct a final review of the FY24 budget and discuss the search for an interim superintendent. The meeting also includes approvals for field trips and the disposal of surplus technology and desks.

• Final review of FY24 Budget
• Approval of Bartlett High School 2023-2024 Program of Studies
• Approval of Grade 5 & 6 field trip to Loos Center for Arts in Woodstock, CT
• Approval of Bartlett Student Council overnight trip to Hyannis, MA
• Approval of surplus outdated technology and student desks

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss several items including a potential 5 percent cost of living adjustment for retirees. The meeting also includes requests for one-day liquor licenses for local events and the declaration of three vehicles as surplus.

• Possible vote on up to 5 percent Cost of Living Adjustment for FY2023 Retirees
• One-Day Liquor License Application for Friends of the Gladys E. Kelly Library fundraiser
• One-Day Liquor License Application for Samuel Slater Experience anniversary party
• Discussion and possible vote to declare three vehicles as surplus
• Possible vote to appoint James M. Fallon as Constable for a 3-year term

The Board of Selectmen approved a one-time cost-of-living adjustment for FY2023 retirees and granted a residency waiver to the Town Administrator. The Board also appointed a new constable and approved two one-day liquor licenses for fundraisers.

• Approved up to 5% COLA for FY2023 retirees (3-0)
• Granted residency requirement waiver for Town Administrator Richard LaFond (3-0)
• Appointed James Fallon as constable for a 3-year term (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Friends of the Library fundraiser on April 27, 2023 (2-0, 1 recused)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Samuel Slater Experience anniversary party on March 2, 2023 (3-0)
• Declared a 2017 Toyota Tacoma and 2013 Ford Interceptor Sedan as surplus (3-0)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted and approved the Town Administrator's report (3-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will conduct a regular meeting to review reports and ongoing business. The agenda includes updates on warrants, financial reports, and the Bartholomew Trust Accounts.

• Approval of January 12, 2023, minutes
• Director's Report
• Warrants and Financial Reports
• Bartholomew Trust Accounts review
• Strategic Planning discussion

The Board of Library Trustees approved a pay increase for the Children’s Assistant position. The board also accepted the previous meeting's minutes and received reports on STEM programming, strategic planning, and trust accounts.

• Approved increase of Children’s Assistant pay to $20.10 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved minutes as issued (unanimous)

Superintendent Search Committee

The Webster Superintendent Search Committee is meeting to enter executive session to interview applicants for the Superintendent of Schools position. The committee will not reconvene in open session after the interviews. The agenda lists no other business beyond the closed interviews and adjournment.

• Executive session to interview superintendent applicants
• No open-session action planned after interviews
• Meetings scheduled Feb 6-9, 2023 at Michael Makara School Committee Conference Room, 77 Poland Street

Superintendent Search Committee

The Webster Superintendent Search Committee is meeting to conduct interviews for the Superintendent of Schools position. The committee will enter executive session to interview applicants and will not reconvene in open session afterward.

• Enter into Executive Session to interview applicants for the Superintendent of Schools position
• No public discussion or action items listed beyond the executive session

South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health

The South Central Mass Partnership for Public Health will hold a virtual meeting to review updates from various health officials. The agenda includes reports from the Community Health Coordinator, Regional Health Inspector, Public Health Nurse, and Epidemiologist.

• Approval of minutes
• Community Health Coordinator Update
• Regional Health Inspector Update
• Public Health Nurse Update
• Epidemiologist Update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review decisions on existing variances and hold public hearings for new requests. These applications primarily seek relief from front yard setback requirements for new home construction.

• Decision on variance for a new house at 11 Bates Grove Road
• Request to extend a variance validity period for 70 Bates Point Road
• Public hearing for a new house at 15 South Shore Road
• Public hearing to demolish and rebuild a house at 75 Bates Point Road

Council on Aging

The Webster Council on Aging is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, a guest speaker from the library, and reports from the director and Friends of Senior Center. New business includes a Memory Café discussion, and old business involves a Luau event.

• Guest speaker: Martina Koziak, Library Trustee
• Old Business: Luau Discussion
• New Business: Memory Café
• Grants Subcommittee Report
• Farmer's Market discussion

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet remotely to review previous meeting minutes and receive the Health Director’s report. The report includes an introduction of a regional Public Health Coordinator and updates on food inspections and online permitting.

• Approval of November 14, 2022, minutes
• Approval of December 19, 2022, minutes
• Food Inspections Update
• Online Permitting update

The Board of Health approved the meeting minutes from November 14, 2022, and December 19, 2022. The Health Director reported that a consulting firm will conduct food inspections over the next two months and that online permitting is targeted for implementation by March 15, 2023.

• Approved November 14, 2022 Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved December 19, 2022 Minutes (Unanimous)

Webster Middle School Council

The School Council will meet to discuss e-learning walks, e-benchmark testing, and MCAS. The agenda also includes a discussion on student success.

• e learning walks
• e benchmark testing
• MCAS
• student success

Office of Community Develpoment

The Office of Community Development is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed FY 2022/2023 CDBG Mini-Entitlement Program grant. The meeting will also report on current grant progress and discuss local housing and community development needs.

• Proposed request for up to $1,650,000 in CDBG funding
• Potential funding for reconstruction of streets, sidewalks, and infrastructure in Webster Center Target Area
• Progress report on FY 2021 CDBG grant
• Discussion regarding community development strategy and housing needs

Superintendent Search Committee

The Webster School Committee will meet over four days to enter executive session and interview candidates for the Superintendent of Schools position. The board will not reconvene in open session after the interviews. The meeting is scheduled for February 6–9, 2023.

• Enter into executive session to interview applicants for the Superintendent of Schools position
• No open session is planned after the executive session
• Meetings scheduled across four days: February 6, 7, 8, and 9, 2023

Personnel Advisory Board

The board will conduct a review of Human Resources and discuss the budget. The agenda also includes updates on by-law changes and reports from the TA/ATA.

• HR Review
• Budget discussion
• By-Law Change Update
• TA/ATA Report

The Board approved the minutes from the December 2, 2022 meeting. Members received updates on an ongoing HR review, union contract expirations, and the status of the MUNIS system upgrade.

• Approved December 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Superintendent Search Committee

The Superintendent Search Committee will meet to deliberate on topics for interview questions. The committee also intends to enter into executive session to consider applicants for the Superintendent of Schools position.

• Deliberation of interview questions
• Executive session to consider employment applicants for Superintendent of Schools

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will review updates from the OPM/Designer regarding modular bids and value engineering. The committee is scheduled to vote on amending the project budget using owners contingency for modulars and to approve a modular bid proposal.

• Discussion on Modular Bids
• Discussion on Value Engineering List
• Vote to amend the Project Budget using Owners Contingency for Modulars
• Vote to approve the Modular bid proposal

SWCCC Board of Directors

The South Worcester County Communications Center Board of Directors will review the FY2023 Q2 budget and discuss several items for the FY2024 budget. Proposed discussions include the Director's salary, per-diem hourly rates, and a holiday premium request for per-diem dispatchers.

• FY2024 Budget Proposal review
• Possible vote on FY2024 Director Salary
• Possible vote on FY2024 Per-Diem Hourly Rate
• Possible vote on holiday premium for Per-Diem Dispatchers
• Review of budget transfers totaling $17,985.94 between dispatch staff accounts

The Board approved the FY2024 budget request and set the Director's salary at $102,000 effective July 1, 2023. New pay rates for per-diem dispatchers and holiday pay were also established. The board reviewed the FY2023 Q2 budget and the 2022 year-end report.

• Approved regular session meeting minutes from December 8, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2024 budget request (Unanimous)
• Set Director Salary to $102,000 effective July 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Set per-diem pay rate at $23.25 per hour effective July 1, 2023
• Approved per-diem holiday rate at time and one half effective July 1, 2023 (Unanimous)

Water Sewer Commission

The Commission will review monthly PFAS testing reports and updates on the Lead & Copper Rules. The meeting includes discussions regarding the FY24 draft budget, meter replacement projects, and sewer aeration project progress.

• Monthly PFAS Testing Report
• Draft FY24 Budget
• Meter Replacement Project
• Station #3 Well Update
• Rain Barrel Program

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from January 5 and January 26. Members discussed the legal requirements for a proposed PFAS treatment plant at Memorial Beach and the status of SCADA upgrades. No votes were taken on the FY24 budget or the Water Management Act appeal.

• Approved 01/05/23 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 01/26/23 joint meeting minutes (4-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 9, 2023
• Declined to join appeal regarding Water Management Act Regulations

Contributory Retirement System

The Webster Contributory Retirement System Board will meet to review financial reports and approve meeting minutes. The board is scheduled to vote on a 5% COLA increase for FY 2022, retroactive to July 2022.

• Vote to implement a 5% COLA increase for FY 2022
• Approval of December 22, 2022, meeting minutes
• Vote to approve January 2023 Warrants
• Review of PRIT Report and Economic Outlook
• Discussion of supplemental regulations

The Board approved a 5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for FY 2023, retroactive to July 2022, pending approval from the Town of Webster Selectmen. The Board also approved the January 2023 warrants and the December 22, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved 5% COLA increase for FY 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved January 2023 warrants totaling $389,032.68 (unanimous)
• Approved December 22, 2022 meeting minutes (Mr. Craver abstained, others in favor)

ARPA Grant Application Fund Committee

The ARPA Grant Fund Allocation Committee met on January 26, 2023. The agenda focused on action items regarding a close out report and the discharge of the committee.

• Review of close out report
• Committee discharge

Water Sewer Commission

The Webster and Dudley Water/Sewer Commissions are meeting to discuss the Fiscal 2024 Sewer Budget and a 5-Year Capital Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion and possible vote regarding an IMA true up and a review of the IMA agreement.

• Fiscal 2024 Sewer Budget and 5 Year Capital Plan
• IMA true up discussion and possible vote
• Review of IMA agreement

The commissions reviewed the draft FY24 operating budget and a 5-year capital plan. No formal votes were taken on the budget or the IMA true-up, as the Dudley commission lacked a quorum to make decisions.

• Tabled IMA true-up vote due to Dudley lacking a quorum
• Agreed to have consultant Matt Abrahams run numbers at 19.5%, 20%, and 21% for future IMA true-up discussion
• Proposed forming a smaller subcommittee to discuss IMA agreement changes
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 pm (4-0)

Superintendent Search Committee

The Webster Superintendent Search Committee will meet to be oriented by MASC Representative Tracy Novick. The agenda includes only a call to order, the orientation, and adjournment, with no substantive decisions or public hearings listed.

• Orientation of the Superintendent Search Committee by MASC Representative Tracy Novick

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The committee will conduct a second review of the FY24 budget and consider approval of the Bartlett High School 2023-2024 Program of Studies. The meeting also includes reports from the Superintendent, Business Manager, and Park Avenue Elementary School Principal.

• Second review of the FY24 Budget
• Approval of Bartlett High School 2023-2024 Program of Studies
• Acceptance of coat donations for PAE students from Knights of Columbus
• Approval of transfer request from Bartlett High School savings to checking account

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet via remote participation to discuss ongoing business and new items. The agenda includes updates on the Demolition Delay Bylaw, a planning grant survey, and the Tercentenary Marker display.

• Demolition Delay Bylaw discussion
• MHC Survey and Planning Grant update
• Tercentenary Marker - Display
• Slater Burial Site
• 2024 Budget review

Superintendent Search Committee

The committee will meet for an orientation session led by a Massachusetts Association of School Committees representative. The agenda includes only the call to order, orientation, and adjournment.

• Orientation of the Superintendent Search Committee by MASC Representative Tracy Novick

SWCCC Board of Directors

The South Worcester County Communications Center Board of Directors will review the FY2023 Q2 budget and several budget transfers. The board will also consider proposals for the FY2024 budget, including the Director's salary and per-diem hourly rates.

• FY2024 Budget Proposal
• Possible vote on FY2024 Director Salary
• Possible vote on FY2024 Per-Diem Hourly Rate
• Possible vote on holiday premium for Per-Diem Dispatchers
• Review of budget transfers involving Public Safety Dispatcher funds

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review the Director's report and financial warrants. The agenda also includes discussions regarding strategic planning, Bartholomew Trust Accounts, and the Community Spaces Policy.

• Approval of December 8, 2022 minutes
• Review of Warrants and Financial Reports
• Discussion of Bartholomew Trust Accounts
• Review of Community Spaces Policy

The Board of Library Trustees approved an amended Community Spaces Policy and authorized an early library closure on April 27 for an event. The Board also approved a request for the Library Director to work from home starting January 30.

• Approved amended Community Spaces Policy (unanimous)
• Approved early library closure at 3PM on April 27 (unanimous)
• Approved Library Director's request to work from home starting January 30 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee will review the November 22, 2022, minutes and receive reports from the Town Administrator and Finance Director. The agenda also includes a review of the financial calendar and capital requests.

• Approval of November 22, 2022, minutes
• Review of the financial calendar
• Review of capital requests

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will review the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting. The council also plans to receive updates on grant notifications and discuss planning for a Winter Luau and a Spring/Summer fair.

• Vote on November 21, 2022 minutes
• Update on Grant notifications
• Discussion on Winter Luau
• Discussion on Spring/Summer fair

School Committee (minutes can be found here: www.webster-schools.org/Page/107)

The School Committee will conduct a first review of the FY24 Budget and appoint two members to the Superintendent Search Committee. The meeting also includes reports from the Student Representative, Superintendent, and Business Manager.

• First review of the FY24 Budget
• Appointment of two School Committee Members to the Superintendent Search Committee
• Review of letters of interest for the Superintendent Search Committee
• Approval of Revised Substitute Handbook
• Approval of Business Office Manager Job Description

Economic Development Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the December 12, 2022, meeting minutes and receive an update on Nichols. The agenda also includes discussions regarding town, Chamber, and Business Alliance events, as well as a new business welcome committee.

• Vote on December 12, 2022, meeting minutes
• Nichols update
• Discussion of Town, Chamber, and Business Alliance events
• New business welcome committee discussion
• Staff discussion on projects

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will conduct a public hearing to establish the relative tax burden for each property class for FY 2023. The meeting also includes discussions regarding disciplinary hearings, one-day liquor licenses, and various board appointments.

• Tax Classification Hearing for FY 2023 property tax burdens
• Disciplinary hearing regarding a license violation at 10 Dresser Street
• One-Day Liquor License Application: St. Louis Church Comedy Night at 14 Lake Street
• One-Day Liquor License Application: St. Josephs School fundraiser at 47 Whitcomb St.
• One-Day Liquor License Application: St. Josephs School banquet at 47 Whitcomb St.

The Board held a public hearing and approved a single tax rate of $12.50 for FY2023. They also approved three one-day liquor licenses and made several board appointments. A license violation at Bush Hall was referred to administrative handling.

• Set FY2023 single tax rate at $12.50 (5-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for St. Louis Church for Feb 4, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for St. Joseph School for Feb 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for St. Joseph School for March 18, 2023 (5-0)
• Referred Bush Hall license violation to administrative level (5-0)
• Appointed Courtney Friedland to MSHG and Superintendent Search Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Jason Piader to Planning Board for term ending 2025 (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Christella Gonsorcik from Planning Board (5-0)

Council on Aging

The Webster Council on Aging will meet to discuss future grant applications, along with routine reports from the Secretary, Director, and Friends of the Senior Center. No old business is reported.

• Discussion regarding future Grant Applications

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Webster Zoning Board of Appeals will consider draft decisions regarding special permits and variances for residential structures. These items involve requests for relief from setback requirements for existing and new homes.

• Special Permit for mudroom, walkway, and carport at 50 Union Point Road
• Front yard setback variance for 50 Union Point Road
• Front yard setback variance for addition at 74 Killdeer Road
• Front yard setback variance for new house at 10 Black Point Road
• Front yard setback variance for new house at 11 Bates Grove Road

The Board approved a special permit and three variances for residential projects in the Lake Residential and Lake Watershed Protection districts. One variance application for a new house was tabled due to a lack of eligible voting members. All approved actions passed with 4-0 votes.

• Approved special permit for mudroom, covered walkway, and carport at 50 Union Point Road (4-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance for carport at 50 Union Point Road (4-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance for house addition at 74 Killdeer Road (4-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance for new house at 10 Black Point Road (4-0)
• Tabled variance application for new house at 11 Bates Grove Road to February 7, 2023

Water Sewer Commission

The Commission will review monthly PFAS testing reports and updates regarding Lead and Copper Rules. The meeting includes discussions on sewer agreements with Dudley and the draft five-year Capital Plan.

• Monthly PFAS Testing Report & updates
• Station #3 Well Update
• IMA Agreement with Dudley and True-up
• SRF Projects Approved List (PFAS Project)
• Meter Replacement Project

The Commission voted to proceed with the design of the meter replacement project after it failed to receive SRF funding. Members also discussed PFAS testing results and the need for additional funds for the Station #1 clearwell demo project.

• Approved completing the water meter replacement design (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 12/01/2022 (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Webster Zoning Board of Appeals will consider and likely vote on draft decisions for five applications, all involving properties in Lake Residential and Lake Watershed Protection districts. These include special permits and variances for expansions, additions, and new construction. The board will also set its next meeting date.

• Special permit for mudroom, covered walkway, and carport at 50 Union Point Road (Goulet)
• Variance for front yard setback at 50 Union Point Road (Goulet)
• Variance for front yard setback for addition at 74 Killdeer Road (Christofferson)
• Variance for front yard setback for new house at 10 Black Point Road (Hopkins/Cedar Cove LLC)
• Variance for front yard setback for new house at 11 Bates Grove Road (Sunset Trust LLC)

The meeting was called to order, but Chairman Jason Piader stated there were not enough voting members present to conduct the agenda items. No substantive decisions were made. The board adjourned after discussing a potential remote meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)