Weymouth public meetings in 2025

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee Collective Bargaining Subcommittee will hold an executive session to conduct collective bargaining with the Weymouth Educators’ Association Units A, C, D and E (Information Technology). The subcommittee will vote to approve the executive‑session minutes from the December 4 2025 meeting for Units A, C and D. The meeting is scheduled for December 18 2025 at 3:30 p.m. in the Adams Library Conference Room, 89 Middle Street, Weymouth.

• Vote to approve collective bargaining executive session minutes from Dec 4 2025 (WEA Units A, C, D)
• Executive session to conduct collective bargaining with Weymouth Educators’ Association Units A, C, D & E (Information Technology)
• Call to Order
• Adjournment

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee will consider a proposal to create a South Shore Educational Collaborative Capital Reserve Account, which requires a vote for approval. The meeting also includes a consent agenda confirming warrant 24-2026 for $773,045.78 and approving Budget Subcommittee minutes from 12/3/25. Subcommittees will report on budget, collective bargaining, policy, athletics, wellness, and SEPAC matters. Additional new business includes an athletics update and a first reading of a policy amendment on attendance area notification dates.

• Confirmation of Warrants: 24-2026 dated 12/15/25 for $773,045.78
• Approval of Budget Subcommittee minutes from 12/3/25
• Proposal to establish South Shore Educational Collaborative Capital Reserve Account (vote requested)
• Policy JC: Attendance Areas – first reading of amendment to update annual notification date for incoming elementary/kindergarten students
• Athletics update presented by Ms. Kristen Kelly, Ms. Karen Monahan, and WHS student‑athletes

The committee unanimously accepted the consent agenda, including a $773,045.78 payment warrant. It approved the establishment of a South Shore Educational Collaborative Capital Reserve Account with a 5‑yes, 1‑present vote. The committee moved Policy JC on attendance areas to a second reading unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Consent agenda approved unanimously
• Approved South Shore Educational Collaborative Capital Reserve Account (5-yes,1-present)
• Moved Policy JC Attendance Areas to second reading unanimously
• Athletics update presented (no vote required)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will continue the hearing for Case #3545 concerning 211 Main St, a 90,824‑sf B‑1 district site seeking a special permit for multiple buildings and a drive‑through variance. New business includes special permit requests for a rear addition at 19 Blossom Lane (R‑1), demolition and reconstruction of a two‑family townhouse at 64 Pond St (R‑2), and storage and multiple‑business use at 709 Washington St (B‑1). The meeting also covers approval of minutes and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Case #3545 – hearing continued to Jan 7, 2026 for 211 Main St (B‑1); special permit for multiple buildings and drive‑through variance
• Case #3543 – special permit 120‑40 for rear addition and new bedroom suite at 19 Blossom Lane (R‑1)
• Case #3544 – special permit 120‑56 to demolish and rebuild two‑family townhouse at 64 Pond St (R‑2)
• Case #3546 – special permits 120‑24 D&E and 120‑25A for storage and multiple businesses at 709 Washington St (B‑1)

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously continued the public hearing for Case #3545 to January 7, 2026. It also unanimously continued the hearing for Case #3544 to the same date. The board unanimously approved a special permit for Case #3543, allowing a rear addition at 19 Blossom Lane.

• Continued public hearing on Case #3545 (1/7/2026) – unanimous vote
• Approved special permit for Case #3543 – unanimous vote
• Continued public hearing on Case #3544 (1/7/2026) – unanimous vote
• Member Snow‑Eikelberg recused herself from Case #3543

Weymouth-Braintree Regional Recreation-Conservation District Board of Commissioners

The Weymouth-Braintree Regional Recreation-Conservation District Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss budget development and the status of invasive species removal. The board is scheduled to vote on the results of the Ranger 3 Recruitment Subcommittee report.

• Vote on the outcome of the Ranger 3 Recruitment Subcommittee report
• Annual Organizational meeting of elected officials for 2026
• Update on Project Partnership Agreement regarding Smelt Brook Ladder
• Status of forestry invasive removal and visit from specialist Randy Prostak
• Review of Friends of Pond Meadow Park account balances

Conservation Commission

The Weymouth Conservation Commission will review certificates of compliance for two properties: 1085 Main Street (a medical building) and 73 Northern Avenue (an addition). A Notice of Intent for a commercial building at 211 Main Street will be continued to the January 27 meeting with no discussion. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes, a Herring Run update, a conservation report, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Certificate of Compliance for 1085 Main Street – medical building (Bernard Smith, South Suburban Realty LLC)
• Certificate of Compliance for 73 Northern Ave – addition (John & Laura Gagnon)
• Notice of Intent for 211 Main Street – commercial building (Weymouth Main Street, LLC) – public hearing continued to Jan 27, no discussion
• Herring Run Update
• Conservation Report

The commission approved the October 28 minutes unanimously. It issued Certificates of Compliance for the medical building at 1085 Main Street and for the addition at 73 Northern Avenue, each with a 5‑0 vote. The commission voted to continue discussion on the Notice of Intent for 211 Main Street at the January meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 28 minutes (5-0 unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 1085 Main Street medical building (5-0 unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 73 Northern Avenue addition (5-0 unanimous)
• Continued discussion on 211 Main Street Notice of Intent to January meeting (5-0 unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0 unanimous)

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The Board will first approve the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting and two one‑day wine & malt permits for Catholic Weymouth at 1203 Commercial St for Jan 24 2026 and Feb 13 2026. It will then hold hearings on new license applications, including a Common Victualler license for Om AADI Restaurant South Weymouth LLC d/b/a Friendly’s at 1015 Main St, All Alcoholic Restaurant and Common Victualler licenses for Weymouth Indian Cuisines LLC d/b/a Zero Point at 532 Pond St, and Common Victualler licenses for Gateway Donut LLC d/b/a Dunkin at 180 Bridge St and 645 Bridge St. Finally, the Board will consider renewal applications for existing alcoholic restaurant, club, package‑store and wine‑&‑malt licenses.

• Approve minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting
• Approve one‑day wine & malt permits for Catholic Weymouth, 1203 Commercial St (Jan 24 2026 & Feb 13 2026)
• Hear application for Om AADI Restaurant South Weymouth LLC d/b/a Friendly’s – Common Victualler License, 1015 Main St
• Hear applications for Weymouth Indian Cuisines LLC d/b/a Zero Point – All Alcoholic Restaurant License and Common Victualler License, 532 Pond St
• Hear applications for Gateway Donut LLC d/b/a Dunkin – Common Victualler Licenses, 180 Bridge St and 645 Bridge St

Weymouth Public Schools

The Wessagusset Elementary School Council will meet on December 16, 2025 at 3:20 PM via a virtual link. The agenda includes a welcome, school updates, a review of the school's budget, and scheduling of the next council meetings on January 27, 2026 and April 28, 2026.

• Budget review for Wessagusset Elementary School
• Discussion of school updates
• Scheduling of next council meetings on 1/27/26 and 4/28/26

Town Council

The Budget/Management Committee meeting on December 15, 2025 will consider accepting a gift. The committee will also vote to create a donation account for that gift.

• Agenda item 25 110 – Acceptance of gift and creation of donation account

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a motion to change the start time of the January 5, 2026 meeting from 7:30 PM to 7:00 PM. The council will also receive a five‑year contract report for school transportation services. Additional items include acceptance of a charitable gift with a new donation account, public hearings, and announcements honoring outgoing councilors.

• Motion to change meeting start time to 7:00 PM for Jan 5, 2026 meeting
• Five‑year school transportation services contract report (Agenda item 25 111)
• Acceptance of gift and creation of donation account (Agenda item 25 110)
• Public hearings (agenda item 6) – topics not specified
• Announcements presenting town tiles to outgoing councilors: Michael Molisse, Pascale Burga, Greg Shanahan, Maureen Kiely

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth Early Childhood Center School Council is meeting to discuss the FY 2027 Budget. The discussion will cover enrollment, staffing, and tuition.

• FY 2027 Budget discussion
• Enrollment and registration
• Classrooms/PreK Programs
• Staffing
• Tuition

Weymouth Public Schools

The Murphy School Council will meet to discuss budget considerations for FY 27 and review the School Improvement Plan. The body will also receive updates on community volunteers, food insecurity, and enrichment opportunities.

• FY 27 Budget Plan information and Murphy budget items
• Review of School Improvement Plan and 2026 preview
• Updates on Food Insecurity Program
• Discussion of family survey ideas

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet on Dec. 11, 2025 to consider two policy changes. The first proposes amending the Attendance Areas policy to update the annual notification date for incoming elementary and kindergarten student assignments. The second proposes replacing the current Wellness Program with a new Wellness Policy drafted by the Wellness Committee. Public comment will be allowed before adjournment.

• Proposed amendment to Policy JC (Attendance Areas) to update the annual notification date for incoming elementary/kindergarten student assignments
• Proposed update to Policy ADF (Weymouth Public Schools Wellness Policy) to replace the existing Wellness Program with the Wellness Committee’s new Wellness Policy
• Public comment period as outlined in Policy BEDH

The subcommittee agreed to refer the proposed change to the Attendance Areas policy to the full committee. The change would shift the kindergarten notification date from May 15 to June 1. The Wellness Policy update was tabled until the Wellness Committee provides more information. No public comments were made.

• Referral of Attendance Areas policy change to full committee
• Wellness Policy update tabled pending further information

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to approve minutes from October and November 2024, discuss the November 4, 2025 election, and set a fee for poll books.

• Approval of October 25, 2024 and November 15, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of past election November 4, 2025
• Set fee for Poll Books

The Board of Registrars approved the minutes from the October 24, 2024 and November 15, 2024 meetings, each by a 3-0 vote. A motion to raise the poll‑book fee to $25 for residents and $35 for non‑residents passed unanimously (4-0). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 24, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved November 15, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Increased poll‑book fee to $25 resident, $35 non‑resident (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting

Ordinance Review Committee

The Ordinance Review Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 25 meeting. It also approved a memo to department heads, adding a cc to the Town Council Ordinance Committee, directing written reviews of ordinance sections by January 23. The committee adopted a schedule to review Chapters 1‑4 and subsequent chapters, aiming to complete recommendations by April 29, 2026. The next meeting is set for January 14, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.

• Approval of November 25 meeting minutes as drafted
• Approval of memo to department heads with cc to Town Council Ordinance Committee
• Adoption of chapter‑by‑chapter review schedule to finish by April 29, 2026
• Plan to invite all proposing departments to the final meeting on April 22 or 29
• Next meeting scheduled for January 14, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.

Ordinance Review Committee

The Ordinance Review Committee will approve the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting. It will also review a draft memo to department heads and a draft schedule before adjourning.

• Approve November 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review draft memo to department heads
• Review draft schedule
• Adjourn

The Ordinance Review Committee unanimously approved the November 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved a memo to department heads requesting ordinance section reviews, adding a cc to the Town Council Ordinance Committee. Members agreed on a meeting schedule that breaks the review into chapter‑by‑chapter sessions, aiming to finish recommendations by April 29, 2026.

• Approved November 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved memo to department heads with council cc (unanimous)
• Adopted chapter‑by‑chapter review schedule, targeting final recommendations by April 29, 2026 (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:40 p.m. (unanimous)

Weymouth Retirement Board

The board will meet to review portfolio reports and conduct a due diligence meeting with TerraCap. The session includes the processing of new employees, retirements, refunds, and transfers. Ballot counting for the second elected member will begin after 6:00 PM.

• Due diligence meeting with TerraCap
• Review of 3Q25 Portfolio report
• Counting of ballots for second elected member
• Approval of payrolls and AP warrant

Weymouth Public Schools

The Academy School Council will review staff updates, student data, and budget planning for the fiscal years 2026-27. The meeting will also analyze school improvement data to set goals for the next three-year plan.

• Staffing and conference updates
• Panorama Data-Student Belonging Data review
• Budget process and planning for FY26-27
• School Improvement Data Analysis for 3-year goals
• Save the Dates: 2/5/26 and 4/16/25

Weymouth Public Schools

The Hamilton School Council will review the School Improvement Plan and its timeline for the remainder of the school year. Members will also discuss the budget process and the school's needs for the next fiscal year.

• Review of School Improvement Plan action steps
• Discussion of budget process and sub-committee meetings
• Discussion of Hamilton's needs for the next fiscal year

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee will convene a collective bargaining subcommittee meeting to discuss potential negotiations with the Weymouth Educators’ Association and a new bargaining unit for Information Technology personnel.

• Executive session to discuss WEA Units A, C, and D
• Discussion of a potential bargaining unit for Information Technology personnel
• Vote to approve minutes from the November 13, 2025 executive session

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee will consider recognizing Information Technology personnel as a new collective bargaining unit. The body will also review school improvement plans for Chapman Middle School and Weymouth High School.

• Vote to recognize Information Technology personnel as members of a new collective bargaining unit
• Confirmation of warrants: 20-2026 ($1,425,834.97) and 22-2026 ($1,319,434.86)
• Review of School Improvement Plans for Chapman Middle School and Weymouth High School
• Overnight field trip request for WHS Business/DECA students to Quincy, MA, January 8-9, 2026
• Executive session to discuss IT bargaining strategy and litigation regarding Mass. DLS complaint 26S-7412

The committee entered an executive session to discuss IT bargaining strategy and potential litigation, passing the motion unanimously. It approved the consent agenda, which included two bill payments of $1,425,834.97 and $1,319,434.86 and an overnight field trip request, also unanimously. Finally, the committee voted unanimously to voluntarily recognize seven Ed Tech staff as a new collective bargaining unit.

• Moved into executive session to discuss IT bargaining and litigation strategy (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,425,834.97 bill payment (11/17/25) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,319,434.86 bill payment (12/1/25) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda overnight field trip request for DECA conference (unanimous)
• Recognized Ed Tech personnel as a new collective bargaining unit of 7 members (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee meeting will discuss the FY26 budget and initiate planning for the FY27 budget. Agenda items also include reviews of grants and gifts, the athletics sponsorship program, audit reports (EOYR FY25 and OCR settlement agreement), and several contracts and procurement matters. The meeting will conclude with a public comment period.

• FY26 Budget review
• FY27 Budget planning and cost‑center memo
• 5‑year transportation contract
• OCR Settlement Agreement audit report
• Athletics Sponsorship Program

The subcommittee approved a motion, passing it unanimously. The FY25 End‑of‑Year Report was signed off by the chair and superintendent and submitted. Additional items included receipt of a $750,000 grant for free‑period hygiene products and a $300,000 CTE improvement grant, and the award of a three‑year asbestos remediation contract to Pennoni.

• Motion passed unanimously (unanimous vote)
• FY25 End‑of‑Year Report signed off by Chair and Superintendent and submitted
• Received $750K Fair Share Earmark grant for free‑period feminine hygiene program
• Received $300K Fair Share Earmark grant for CTE space improvements
• Athletic sponsorship banner program raised $37,300 (including $500 from Bethany Builders)
• New HUDL camera installed at WHS field
• Three‑year asbestos remediation contract awarded to Pennoni
• Website maintenance contract extended with Final Site for another 3 years at $28K per year

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Weymouth Scholarship Fund Committee will review the renewal status of the D'Alcomo scholarship. Members will consider proposed dates for upcoming meetings in February, March, and April 2026. A ceremony date of May 26, 2026, will also be discussed. No decisions on funding amounts or contracts are listed.

• Review of D'Alcomo scholarship renewal status
• Proposal of future meeting dates: Feb 3, Mar 10, Apr 14 or 21
• Proposal of scholarship award ceremony on May 26, 2026

The committee unanimously approved the October meeting minutes. Members voted unanimously to appoint Brian Kintz as the new treasurer. The next meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026. A ceremony for 2026 scholarship recipients was proposed for May 26, 2026.

• Accepted October meeting minutes (unanimously, all present)
• Appointed Brian Kintz as treasurer (unanimously, all present)
• Scheduled next meeting for Feb 3, 2026
• Proposed future meeting dates: Feb 3, Mar 10, Apr 14 or 21
• Proposed scholarship ceremony date: May 26, 2026
• Motion to adjourn passed (motion by Jaimie Lane, seconded by Sheri Eldridge)

Historical Commission

The Weymouth Historical Commission will consider the minutes from the October 28 meeting, receive a newsletter report, and hear a CPC report. It will also get updates on the Emery Estate, ongoing development, and a demolition delay. The agenda includes other business before adjourning.

• Review minutes from 10/28/25
• Receive newsletter report
• CPC report presentation
• Emery Estate update
• Development and demolition delay updates

The Historical Commission approved the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the December 2, 2025 meeting at 7:45 PM, also unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 PM (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a borrowing request for the Wharf Street Sewer Pump Station Improvement Project. It will also review the acceptance of a gift and creation of a donation account, and consider a reserve fund transfer for an unpaid bill. FY2024 financial statements will be presented for review.

• Borrowing request for Wharf Street Sewer Pump Station Improvement Project (item 25 106)
• Acceptance of gift and creation of donation account (item 25 110)
• Reserve fund transfer for unpaid bill (item 25 105)
• Review of FY2024 financial statements (item 25 076)
• Public hearing on the sewer pump station borrowing request (item 6)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Chapman Middle School Council will meet on Dec. 1, 2025. The agenda includes a welcome, an update on the School Improvement Plan, and a detailed review of the action steps for the 2025‑2026 school year. The meeting will also allow open agenda items and notes.

• Welcome and member check‑in
• School Improvement Plan update
• Detailed review of action steps for 2025‑2026
• Open agenda notes

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The Board of Licensing Commissioners will consider hours and entertainment requests for a local brewery. The board will also hold hearings for a body art practitioner license and a common victualler license.

• Extension of hours and one-day entertainment request for Vitamin Sea Brewing at 30 Moore Rd.
• Body Art Practitioner License application for Thuha Thi Vo at 624 Middle Street
• Common Victualler License application for Om AADI Restaurant South Weymouth LLC D/B/A Friendly’s at 1015 Main Street
• Reminder that calendar year license renewal submittals are due by November 30th

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 28 meeting, granted time extensions for a private event at Vitamin Sea, and approved a Body Art Practitioner license for Thuha Thi Vo at Salon de Beauty. The hearing for the Common Victualler license application from Friendly’s was continued to the next meeting on December 16. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October 28 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved hours extension for Vitamin Sea event (6‑10 p.m.) (unanimous)
• Approved one‑day acoustic music extension for Vitamin Sea (6‑9 p.m.) (unanimous)
• Approved Body Art Practitioner license for Thuha Thi Vo, 624 Middle St (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for Friendly’s Common Victualler license to Dec 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for Dec 16, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Ordinance Review Committee

The Ordinance Review Committee met to appoint a chair, discuss recording and secretarial needs, and adopt a meeting schedule for reviewing town ordinances. They approved Ted Langill as chair, agreed the Mayor’s office will record meetings and post agendas, and set future meeting dates starting Dec 10, 2025 and then twice monthly.

• Unanimous appointment of Ted Langill as Chairperson
• Mayor’s office to record meetings and post agendas on the town website
• Motion adopted to meet Dec 10, 2025 at 2:30 p.m., then 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month starting Jan 14 and Jan 28, 2025
• Plan to draft a letter to Town Departments to review their ordinance provisions
• Discussion of need for a Secretary or Recording Secretary

The committee unanimously approved Ted Langill as Chairperson. A meeting schedule was adopted for a December 10 session and bi‑monthly meetings beginning January 14. The meeting was then adjourned at 2:55 p.m.

• Approved Ted Langill as Chairperson (unanimous vote)
• Adopted meeting schedule: Dec 10, 2025 and the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays each month starting Jan 14 and Jan 28, 2026
• Adjourned meeting at 2:55 p.m.

Ordinance Review Committee

The committee voted unanimously to appoint Ted Langill as Chairperson. Members discussed using the Mayor’s office to record meetings and posting agendas online. A meeting schedule was adopted, beginning with Dec 10 2025 and continuing twice a month starting Jan 14 and Jan 28, 2026. The committee also agreed to draft a letter to town departments for ordinance review.

• Ted Langill selected as Chairperson (unanimous vote)
• Mayor’s office to record meetings and post agendas on town website
• Meeting schedule set: Dec 10 2025, then 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month
• Discussion of need for a Secretary/Recording Secretary
• Plan to draft letter to Town Departments to review their ordinances

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Weymouth Board of Zoning Appeals will consider special permits and a variance for property modifications, including a garage, a new retail complex, and commercial storage. One case has been withdrawn.

• Case #3537: Special permit for 3-bay two-story garage at 11 Gibbens St.
• Case #3545: Special permit and variance for retail complex with grocery store at 211 Main St.
• Case #3546: Special permit for commercial storage and dispatching at 709 Washington St.
• Case #3540: Case withdrawn for property at 566 Washington St.
• Case #3422: Minor modification to approved plans at 15-17 Front St.

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted unanimously to continue the hearing for Case #3543 (19 Blossom Lane) until December 17, 2025. It also continued the public hearing for the withdrawn Case #3537 (11 Gibbens Street) to the same date, then opened a public hearing on that case. Additionally, the board waived the reading of the public notice.

• Continue hearing on Case #3543 until Dec 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continue public hearing on Case #3537 until Dec 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Open public hearing on Case #3537 (unanimous)
• Waive reading of public notice (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Weymouth Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals: a notice of intent for an addition at 60 Old Colony Drive and a notice of intent for construction of a commercial building at 211 Main Street. The meeting will also cover the 2026 meeting schedule, an update on Herring Run, and a Conservation Report. No minutes are pending review.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for an addition at 60 Old Colony Drive (Map 36, Block 421, Lot 33)
• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for a commercial building at 211 Main Street (Map 29, Block 374, lots 7, 8 & 20)
• Discussion of the 2026 Conservation Commission meeting schedule
• Herring Run update
• Presentation of the Conservation Report

The commission opened and then closed the public hearing for the True family's addition at 60 Old Colony Drive, and unanimously approved an order of conditions requiring erosion controls. The commission also opened the public hearing for the 211 Main Street commercial project and voted to continue that hearing at the December meeting. No other substantive approvals were made.

• Opened public hearing for 60 Old Colony Drive (4-0 unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 60 Old Colony Drive (4-0 unanimous)
• Issued order of conditions for 60 Old Colony Drive addition (4-0 unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for 211 Main Street commercial project (4-0 unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for 211 Main Street to December meeting (4-0 unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 meeting schedule (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Town Council

The Weymouth Town Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Classification and three proposed ordinances regarding massage, mobility studio, and bodywork establishment requirements. The meeting will also include committee reports and public comments.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Classification
• Proposed ordinance for massage establishment requirements
• Proposed ordinance for mobility studio establishment requirements
• Proposed ordinance for bodywork establishment requirements
• Reserve Fund Transfer-Unpaid Bill

Weymouth Public Schools

The Athletics Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates on fall and winter sports. The body will review the uniform refresh cycle and the athletics budget, including sponsorship and Dreamcatcher updates.

• Fall sports uniform refresh cycle update
• Winter sports preview and update
• Athletics budget update
• Sponsorship program update
• Dreamcatcher update

The subcommittee reported on varsity and middle‑school fall sports results, uniform purchases, and a new athletics sponsorship program. It also shared a master calendar, the ArbiterLive game schedule system, and a set pay scale for a local event supervisor. No formal approvals, votes, or other decisions were recorded in the meeting.

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee Collective Bargaining Subcommittee will vote to approve executive session minutes from three past meetings. The minutes cover sessions with SEIU 888 cafeteria workers on May 21 and June 10, 2025, and with Weymouth Educators’ Association Units A, C, and D on October 30, 2025. The subcommittee will also discuss ongoing collective bargaining with the educators' association and a possible bargaining unit for information technology staff.

• Approve May 21, 2025 executive session minutes for SEIU 888 Cafeteria Workers
• Approve June 10, 2025 executive session minutes for SEIU 888 Cafeteria Workers
• Approve October 30, 2025 executive session minutes for Weymouth Educators’ Association Units A, C, D
• Discuss collective bargaining sessions with Weymouth Educators’ Association Units A, C, and D
• Discuss potential collective bargaining unit for Information Technology personnel

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Council is meeting to conduct introductions and review the Year 3 School Improvement Plan. The body will also discuss NEASC communications and building needs.

• School Improvement Plan - Year 3
• NEASC Communications
• Building Needs

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee will review budget‑related items, including FY26 budget projections, new staffing requests, and FY27 budget planning updates. The agenda also includes reports on FY23 audits, grants and gifts, the athletics sponsorship program, and contracts and procurement. Public comment will be taken in accordance with policy.

• FY26 budget projection
• New staffing requests
• FY27 budget planning updates (OSD rate, advocacy and grants, per‑pupil expenditure)
• Grants & gifts
• Athletics sponsorship program

The budget subcommittee announced that the district will contract with Norfolk Kitchen and Bath for cabinets and countertops for modular classrooms, with installation planned over several Saturdays or the winter break. Weymouth Public Schools will serve as the sponsoring district for a $750,000 Free Period grant that will provide feminine hygiene products in schools. The FY26 budget was reported as balanced, even after adding $330,000 for compliance positions. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Contract with Norfolk Kitchen and Bath for modular classroom cabinets and countertops (decision announced)
• Sponsor Free Period grant of $750K to provide feminine hygiene products in schools (decision announced)
• FY26 budget confirmed balanced with addition of $330K compliance positions (budget update)
• Adjourn meeting unanimously (motion passed unanimously)

Town Council

The Weymouth Town Council will approve a series of appointments for the upcoming term. Positions include Town Clerk, Assistant Town Clerk, and seats on the Cultural Council, Historical Commission, Board of Elder Services, Recreation Commission, and Scholarship Committee. Each appointment is listed by name and the body to which the individual will be assigned.

• Appointment as Town Clerk – Lisa VanWinkle
• Reappointment as Assistant Town Clerk – Lee Hultin
• Appointment to the Weymouth Cultural Council – Jason Benjamin
• Appointment to the Historical Commission – Harrison Carter
• Appointment to the Board of Elder Services – Linda Glennon

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a utility pole relocation. The body will also review tax classification for Fiscal Year 2026, reserve fund transfers for unpaid bills, and multiple board and commission appointments.

• Public hearing for utility pole relocation at 137 Lambert Avenue
• Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Classification
• Reserve Fund Transfers for unpaid bills (Items 25 101 and 25 102)
• Appointment of Lisa VanWinkle as Town Clerk
• Appointments to the Commission on Disabilities, Cultural Council, Historical Commission, Board of Elder Services, Recreation Commission, and Scholarship Committee

The council unanimously appointed Lisa VanWinkle as Town Clerk for a three‑year term. It also approved the utility pole relocation at 137 Lambert Ave and referred several measures—including a $5,500 elder‑services donation and a tax‑classification shift—to the Budget Management Committee.

• Appointed Lisa VanWinkle as Town Clerk (3‑year term) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved Measure 25‑090 Utility Petition for pole relocation at 137 Lambert Ave – UNANIMOUS
• Referred Measure 25‑099 Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Classification to Budget Management Committee – UNANIMOUS
• Referred Measure 25‑100 Donation of $5,500 to Elder Services to Budget Management Committee – UNANIMOUS
• Referred Measure 25‑101 Reserve Fund transfer of $250.81 for unpaid telephone bill to Budget Management Committee – UNANIMOUS
• Referred Measure 25‑102 Reserve Fund transfer of $50,510.50 for Medicaid reimbursements to Budget Management Committee – UNANIMOUS
• Appointed Margaret Scott to the Commission on Disabilities – UNANIMOUS
• Appointed Jason Benjamin to the Weymouth Cultural Council – UNANIMOUS

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet to review two preservation applications. The body will also receive project updates and approve the September 2025 minutes.

• Application for preservation of the exterior of Abigail Adams Birthplace
• Application for preservation of Old South Union Church Bell

The committee voted 6‑0 to allocate $116,000 from the Historic Resources fund for exterior preservation of the Abigail Adams Birthplace. It also voted 6‑0 to allocate $17,860 from the same fund for preservation and restoration of the Old South Union Church bell. The September 2025 minutes were approved unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Approved $116,000 for exterior preservation of Abigail Adams House (Historic Resources fund) – vote 6-0
• Approved $17,860 for preservation and restoration of Old South Union Church Bell (Historic Resources fund) – vote 6-0
• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes – vote 6-0
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 p.m. – unanimous

Weymouth Public Schools

The School Committee will discuss improvement plans for Hamilton, Wessagusset, and William Seach Elementary Schools. The body will also consider the confirmation of a warrant for $903,457.38.

• Confirmation of Warrant 18-2026 for $903,457.38
• School Improvement Plans for Hamilton Elementary School
• School Improvement Plans for Wessagusset Elementary School
• School Improvement Plans for William Seach Elementary School
• Introduction of a new School Committee member

The School Committee adopted the consent agenda, approving payment of bills under Warrant 18-2026 for $903,457.38. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved payment of bills Warrant 18-2026 ($903,457.38) – unanimous
• Approved minutes of the 10/23/25 regular meeting – unanimous

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee is meeting as a meeting of the whole. The primary purpose is to discuss and develop the formative performance assessment for the Superintendent.

• Discussion and development of the Superintendent’s formative performance assessment

The Weymouth School Committee accepted the consent agenda, approving payment of bills under Warrant 18-2026 for $903,457.38. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved payment of bills (Warrant 18-2026, $903,457.38) – unanimous
• Approved minutes of 10/23/25 meeting – unanimous

Health Department

The Weymouth Board of Health will review information regarding the 2025 flu clinic, a winter market update, and Mass in Motion initiatives. The agenda also includes proposals for the Opioid Settlement Fund and an overview of wellness programs.

• 2025 Flu Clinic Information
• Opioid Settlement Fund Proposals
• Winter Market Update
• Mass in Motion Update
• Wellness programs

Asphalt Plant Hearing Agenda

The Weymouth Town Council hearing panel will hold a continuation of the administrative hearing concerning the cease and desist order issued to the town’s asphalt plant. The panel members are Marsha Geronaitis, Richard Fuller, Steven Tilley, and Jeffrey Richard. The hearing will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, with a Zoom link provided for remote participation.

• Continuation of administrative hearing on cease and desist order for Weymouth asphalt plant

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee Collective Bargaining Subcommittee will hold an executive session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2). The session will conduct collective bargaining with Weymouth Educators’ Association Units A, C, and D. It will also discuss the possibility of forming a bargaining unit for Information Technology personnel. The meeting is scheduled for October 30, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. in the Adams Library Conference Room, 89 Middle Street, Weymouth.

• Collective bargaining sessions with Weymouth Educators’ Association Units A, C, & D
• Discussion of a potential bargaining unit for Information Technology personnel
• Executive session conducted pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth Public Schools Council will review the final‑year School Improvement Plan. It will discuss proposed action steps for the 2025‑2026 school year. No specific decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Welcome & Member Check-In
• School Improvement Plan Overview – Final Year
• Discussion of Action Steps for 2025‑2026
• Open Agenda Notes

Conservation Commission

The Weymouth Conservation Commission will consider the minutes from the September 30, 2025 meeting. It will hold public hearings on a garage addition request for 24 Lorraine Street and a construction addition notice for 117 River Street. The agenda also includes the election of officers, an update on Herring Run, and a conservation report.

• Minutes – September 30, 2025
• 24 Lorraine Street – Request for Determination, Public Hearing (garage addition)
• 117 River Street – Notice of Intent, Public Hearing (building addition)
• Election of officers
• Herring Run update

The commission approved the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes and held public hearings for two property additions. It issued a -3 determination for the garage addition at 24 Lorraine Street and an order of conditions for the addition at 117 River Street. The commission also re‑elected its officers. All votes were unanimous or 4‑0 as recorded.

• Approved September 30, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0 unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for 24 Lorraine Street garage addition (5-0 unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 24 Lorraine Street garage addition (5-0 unanimous)
• Issued -3 determination for 24 Lorraine Street garage addition (5-0 unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for 117 River Street addition (5-0 unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 117 River Street addition (5-0 unanimous)
• Issued order of conditions for 117 River Street addition (5-0 unanimous)
• Re‑elected Al Donovan (Chair), Scott Dowd (Secretary), Frank Singleton (Vice Chair) (4-0 unanimous)

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The Board of Licensing Commissioners will hold a hearing regarding a common victualler license application. The board will also review a request to surrender licenses for a business on Pond St.

• Hearing for Ice & Dough Inc. common victualler license at 409 Washington St.
• Request to surrender alcoholic restaurant and common victualler licenses for SRI Bajans Inc. (AAHA Indian Cuisine) at 532 Pond St.

The Licensing Board unanimously approved the minutes from September 23, 2025. It then approved a Common Victualler license for Ice & Dough Inc. d/b/a Ice & Dough at 409 Washington Street, adding conditions on rooftop screening, delivery and operating hours, and fence repair. The board also accepted the surrender of the All Alcoholic Restaurant and Common Victualler license held by SRI Bajans Inc. d/b/a AAHA Indian Cuisine. Future licensing meetings were scheduled for November 25 and December 16, 2025.

• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Ice & Dough common victualler license with conditions (unanimous)
• Accepted surrender of AAHA Indian Cuisine license (unanimous)
• Scheduled licensing board meeting for November 25, 2025 at 2 PM (unanimous)
• Scheduled licensing board meeting for December 16, 2025 at 2 PM (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:25 PM (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Wessagusset Elementary School Council meeting will introduce participants and state its purpose of shared decision‑making. It will present new initiatives such as Morning Message videos, the PBIS program, and modular classrooms. The council will review beginning‑of‑year data, including universal screening and MCAS results, and discuss the current status of the School Improvement Plan. Proposed future meeting dates for 2026 are also listed.

• Morning Message videos
• PBIS program (ROAR Cards, All‑School Rewards, Assembly Structure)
• Modular classrooms
• Review of universal screening and MCAS data
• Proposed meeting dates: 1/27/26 and 4/28/26

Historical Commission

The Weymouth Historical Commission will meet to review reports and discuss specific local projects. The agenda includes updates on the Emery Estate and a discussion regarding the Chet Kevitt Award.

• Discussion of the Chet Kevitt Award
• Update on the Emery Estate
• Demolition Delay report
• Development Update

Town Council

The Weymouth Town Council will vote on several appointments, including the Town Clerk and Assistant Town Clerk. Additional appointments to the Cultural Council, Historical Commission, and Board of Elder Services are also on the agenda. Standard items such as roll call, announcements, public hearings, and committee reports will be addressed.

• Appointment of Lisa VanWinkle as Town Clerk (Item 25 091)
• Reappointment of Lee Hultin as Assistant Town Clerk (Item 25 092)
• Appointment of Jason Benjamin to the Weymouth Cultural Council (Item 25 093)
• Appointment of Harrison Carter to the Historical Commission (Item 25 094)
• Appointment of Linda Glennon to the Board of Elder Services (Item 25 095)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee will consider a policy for mandatory residency validation for families before 6th and 9th grade. The body will also review school improvement plans for Pingree, Ralph Talbot, and Nash Elementary Schools.

• Confirmation of Warrant 14-2026 ($1,429,076.97) and 16-2026 ($1,147,060.61)
• Policy JF - School Admissions: Second Reading regarding mandatory residency validation
• School Improvement Plans for Pingree, Ralph Talbot, and Nash Elementary Schools
• WHS Program of Studies & Competency Determination Update
• Field trip requests for WHS Model UN (Storrs, CT) and Chapman 8th Grade World Language (Montreal, Canada)

The committee unanimously approved the consent agenda, including two warrants for school payments. It also unanimously accepted the WHS Program of Studies & Competency Determination Update. The Policy JF school admissions ordinance was combined for second and third reading and approved unanimously. All motions passed without dissent.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Warrant 14-2026 $1,429,076.97 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Warrant 16-2026 $1,147,060.61 (unanimous)
• Accepted meeting minutes from 10/9/25 (unanimous)
• Approved WHS Program of Studies & Competency Determination Update (unanimous)
• Combined 2nd and 3rd reading of Policy JF school admissions (unanimous)
• Approved Policy JF school admissions (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Nash Elementary School Council will review the district’s 2023‑2026 School Improvement Plan goals and the latest DESE report card. Members will discuss successes, challenges, and student council concerns and suggestions. The meeting will also set the agenda for the next council session.

• Review 2023‑2026 School Improvement Plan goals
• Review Nash DESE Report Card
• Discuss successes and challenges
• Consider student council concerns and suggestions
• Create agenda for next meeting

Weymouth Retirement Board

The board will review the 2026 budget proposal and office space requirements. Members will also address disability reports and accidental death benefits for a survivor. The meeting includes a due diligence session with investment managers.

• 2026 Budget Proposal
• Accidental death benefits for Mrs. Hayes
• Dr. Drinker clarification report on J. McEachern
• PERAC remand of R. DeVincent ADR
• Due diligence meeting with investment managers

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Weymouth Scholarship Fund Committee will discuss proposed future meeting dates (Dec. 2, Feb. 3, Mar. 10, Apr. 14) and a ceremony scheduled for May 26, 2025. The chairperson will give a report on new membership, supply needs, and recent ceremony debrief. The treasurer will provide an account and budget update, and subcommittees will report on their activities.

• Proposed future meeting dates: Dec. 2, Feb. 3, Mar. 10, Apr. 14
• Proposed scholarship ceremony date: May 26, 2025
• Chairperson’s report includes new member and supply needs
• Treasurer’s report includes account and budget update
• Sub‑committee reports on scholarship renewal, award selection, publicity, website support, and applicant coordination

The Scholarship Fund Committee unanimously approved the April meeting minutes. The treasurer’s report was also approved by all members present. The slate of officers for 2026 was accepted without opposition. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s report (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 officer slate (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Pingree School Council will meet to discuss the school's Improvement Plan, Community and Family Goals, and changes for the 2025-26 school year.

• Discussion of Pingree School’s Improvement Plan
• Discussion of Community and Family Goals
• Changes for School Year 2025-26

Weymouth Public Schools

The WECC School Council will discuss updates to the School Improvement Plan and review student enrollment and registration figures. The body will also examine tuition, budget, and specific curriculum programs.

• School Improvement Plan updates
• Enrollment, registration figures, and program review
• Tuition and budget discussion
• Pearson Opening the World of Learning curriculum
• Second Step – PBS curriculum

Board of Assessors

The Weymouth Board of Assessors will hold an open meeting to receive updates, approve minutes, and discuss values, rates, and tax shift options. A classification hearing schedule and next meeting date will also be set. The meeting will close with an executive‑session review of pending Appellate Tax Board cases and statutory exemption applications.

• Open Meeting
• Assessing Department update
• Approve Meeting Minutes
• Review approved values, rates and tax shift options
• Executive‑session review of pending Appellate Tax Board cases

Asphalt Plant Hearing Agenda

The Weymouth hearing panel will continue the administrative hearing regarding the cease‑and‑desist order issued to the Weymouth Asphalt Plant. The hearing is scheduled for October 16, 2025 at 10:00 am in the Council Chambers of Weymouth Town Hall. The panel members are Marsha Geronaitis, Richard Fuller, Steven Tilley, and Jeffrey Richard. The meeting will also be available via Zoom.

• Continuation of administrative hearing on Cease and Desist Order for Weymouth Asphalt Plant
• Hearing panel members: Marsha Geronaitis, Richard Fuller, Steven Tilley, Jeffrey Richard
• Meeting date and time: October 16, 2025, 10:00 am
• Location: Council Chambers, 2nd floor, Weymouth Town Hall, 75 Middle Street
• Zoom link provided for remote participation

Weymouth-Braintree Regional Recreation-Conservation District Board of Commissioners

The Weymouth‑Braintree Regional Recreation‑Conservation District Board will discuss updates on several ongoing projects. Items include the Project Partnership Agreement for the Smelt Brook Ladder and the status of the FY 26 State/DCR grant. The board will also consider policies on trees and property lines, water and wetland inspections at Pond Meadow Park, and rules for pavilion and picnic area usage. Additional subcommittee reports and public comments will be heard.

• Project Partnership Agreement – Smelt Brook Ladder (town concurrence)
• FY 26 State/DCR grant re‑work and submission
• Abutters Letter / policy regarding trees & property lines
• Water and wetland inspection & re‑treatment of Pond Meadow Park
• Establishment of rules & signage for pavilion and picnic area usage

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth Public Schools Talbot School Council will meet at 1:00 PM on October 10, 2025. Council members will introduce themselves, set goals for the council, receive a teaching and learning curriculum update, and review the school improvement plan. No specific decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Introductions of council members
• Discussion of goals for the School Council
• Curriculum – teaching and learning update
• Review of the School Improvement Plan

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee will vote on a $627,393.92 warrant for the 12-2026 fiscal year and consider a new policy requiring residency validation for families prior to 6th and 9th grade.

• Approval of $627,393.92 warrant for 12-2026
• Policy JF: mandatory residency validation for families
• WHS CTE Admission Criteria second reading
• WHS Program of Studies and competency update
• Overnight field trip request to New York City

The committee approved the WHS CTE Admission Policy, including the Middle School Pathway, with a unanimous vote. The first and second readings of the policy were combined and also passed unanimously. The consent agenda and the semi‑annual gift report were accepted without dissent. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Combined first and second reading of WHS CTE Admission Criteria – passed unanimously
• Approved WHS CTE Admission Policy with Middle School Pathway – passed unanimously
• Accepted consent agenda (payment of bills, minutes, field trip request) – passed unanimously
• Accepted semi‑annual gift report – passed unanimously
• Moved WHS Program of Studies & Competency Determination update to second reading – noted for future vote
• Moved Policy JF‑School Admission to second reading – noted for future vote
• Adjourned meeting – passed unanimously

Memorial Committee

The Memorial Committee will consider a request by Gregory P. Hargadon to place a marker near 1027 Pleasant Street honoring Chief Patrick Butler, who was killed in the line of duty on April 15, 1915. It will also consider a request from Elder Services Director Karen Johnson to rename two rooms at the McCulloch Center for Muriel Savoy‑Maloney and Judy Briggs, as detailed in her letter to Mayor Molisse dated September 24, 2025. No other business is listed.

• Marker placement near 1027 Pleasant Street honoring Chief Patrick Butler
• Rename a room at McCulloch Center for Muriel Savoy‑Maloney
• Rename a room at McCulloch Center for Judy Briggs

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will review an information session held on October 2 at Tufts Library. The body will also discuss a future information session scheduled for November 6 in Town Hall Chambers.

• Review of October 2 information session at Tufts Library
• Planning for November 6 information session in Town Hall Chambers
• Discussion of organizational changes
• Discussion of monthly COD segments and talks

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee meeting on Oct 8, 2025 will review several agenda items. Topics include grants and gifts, the athletics sponsorship program, audits and reports such as the FY23 End‑of‑Year Report AUP, and contracts and procurement. The committee will also begin FY27 budget planning, discussing updates to the OSD rate, advocacy and grants, per‑pupil expenditure/NSS and a forecast.

• Grants & Gifts
• Athletics Sponsorship Program
• FY23 End‑of‑Year Report AUP (audit)
• Contracts & Procurement
• FY27 Budget Planning – updates to OSD rate, advocacy and grants, per‑pupil expenditure/NSS, forecast

Town Council

The Weymouth Town Council will hold public hearings on two CPA funding requests: one to preserve affordable housing and another for a Smelt Brook fish ladder. The council will also consider a proposed amendment to Section 6-705(k) concerning dogs and cats. Additional agenda items include routine minutes, announcements, and resident comments.

• CPA Funding Request (Item 25 088) for preservation of affordable housing
• CPA Funding Request (Item 25 089) for Smelt Brook fish ladder
• Proposed Ordinance Amendment (Item 25 057) to Section 6-705(k) on dogs & cats

Town Council

The Town Council is scheduled to discuss a proposed amendment to Section 6-705 (k) regarding dogs and cats. The meeting is set for October 2, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Town Council Chambers.

• Ordinance Committee meeting
• Proposed amendment to Section 6-705 (k) regarding dogs and cats
• Town Council meeting
• Town Council Chambers at 75 Middle Street

Weymouth Public Schools

The William Seach Primary School council will meet to introduce members and explain its purpose under Massachusetts law. The council will then discuss revisions to the School Improvement Plan. No other decisions are listed.

• Call meeting to order
• Introductions of council members
• Overview of school council purpose and legal basis
• Review and edit the School Improvement Plan

Weymouth Public Schools

The Hamilton School Council meeting will discuss the council’s goals and establish meeting norms. Members will review fall benchmark data, MCAS results, and the current status of the School Improvement Plan. The council will prioritize areas of concern, propose focus areas, and plan action steps for implementation. A date for the next meeting will also be proposed.

• Discuss goals of the School Council and establish meeting norms
• Review fall benchmark data and MCAS overview
• Review current status of the School Improvement Plan and action steps
• Prioritize areas of concern and propose focus areas
• Propose date for the next meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Weymouth Board of Zoning Appeals will review several special permit requests, including a proposal to add 25 apartment units to an existing 87‑unit building at 566 Washington St. It will also consider a request for three new single‑family homes on Station and Somerset Streets, a garage addition on Gibbens St., and parking and storage additions on Finnell Dr. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of recent minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Case #3542 – Ryder Development Corp. seeks a special permit to continue a 120‑40 non‑conformity and build three single‑family homes on 0 Station St. & 0 Somerset St. (R‑1 and B‑2 districts).
• Case #3537 – Michael McDonald & Caitlin Marscher request a special permit to build a three‑bay, two‑story garage on 11 Gibbens St. (R‑1 district); hearing continued to 11/19/2025.
• Case #3538 – Stephen Goldman seeks a special permit or variance for additional parking and a one‑story storage building on 75 Finnell Dr. (I‑1 district) on a 450,111‑sf parcel.
• Case #3540 – Spanish Trace LLC requests a special permit to continue a 120‑40 non‑conformity and add a new building with 25 apartment homes on 566 Washington St. (B‑1 district); hearing continued to 11/19/2025.
• Other Business – approval of minutes from 8/6 and 9/10, scheduling the next meeting for October 22, and adjournment.

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted unanimously to re-open the public hearing for Case #3542, a special permit request by Ryder Development Corp. The meeting included extensive discussion of easements, right‑of‑ways, and ownership issues related to the property at 0 Station Street and 0 Somerset Street. No final approval or denial of the permit was made.

• Re-open public hearing on Case #3542 (unanimous vote)

Conservation Commission

The Weymouth Conservation Commission will review certificates of compliance for two residential projects and hold a continued public hearing regarding a maintenance facility. The body will also receive updates on Herring Run and the Conservation Report.

• Public hearing for maintenance facility, parking, and stormwater improvements at 75 Finnell Drive
• Certificate of Compliance for garage construction at 523 Front Street
• Certificate of Compliance for an addition at 40 Old Colony Drive
• Herring Run update
• Conservation Report

The commission approved the July and August meeting minutes. It issued Certificates of Compliance for 523 Front Street and 40 Old Colony Drive. It closed the public hearing and issued a Notice of Intent for the 75 Finnell Drive maintenance facility project. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July and August meeting minutes (3-0 unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 523 Front Street (3-0 unanimous)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 40 Old Colony Drive (3-0 unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 75 Finnell Drive (3-0 unanimous)
• Issued Notice of Intent for 75 Finnell Drive (3-0 unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (3-0 unanimous)

Waterfront Committee

The Waterfront Committee will consider the meeting minutes, hear the harbormaster’s report, and receive updates on the beach walkway, a launch‑ramp dredging project, and the Durante property. No specific actions are listed beyond discussion and updates. The meeting will also include any other business before adjourning.

• Harbormasters Report
• Beach walkway update
• Launch ramp dredging discussion
• Durante Property update

The Waterfront Committee approved adding an agenda item for the next meeting to collect suggestions for naming the beach walkway. The meeting also provided status updates on the beach walkway completion, a grant request for ramp dredging design, and remediation work at the Durante property. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Added agenda item to solicit beach walkway naming suggestions (next meeting)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet on September 24, 2025. The committee will discuss a proposed amendment to the Admissions Policy that would require families to re‑register their children when they reach 5th and 8th grades. The meeting will also include a period for public comment before adjourning.

• Proposed amendment to Admissions Policy: mandatory re‑registration for families at 5th and 8th grade

The Policy Sub‑Committee approved language that adds a deadline for proof‑of‑residency documents for students entering 6th and 9th grades. The rollout will begin with 5th‑grade re‑registration in January, followed by 9th‑grade implementation the next year. No vote tally was recorded for the agreement.

• Agreed to include a documentation deadline for proof of residency (no vote recorded)

Planning & Community Development

The Planning and Community Development Department is holding a public meeting to review a site plan. The petitioner is seeking to build an attached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at a residential property.

• Site plan review for an attached ADU at 55 Oak St. (Karen Harrison)

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The Board of Licensing Commissioners will consider several license applications. It will hear a request from Warm Bowl LLC d/b/a Bubble Station to change ownership of its food vendor license at 253 Washington Street. It will also hear applications for a transfer of ownership of an all‑alcoholic restaurant license at 35 Pleasant Street #150, a common victualler license for Bella’s Creamery at 1235 Washington Street, and a conversion request for Wine & Malt Restaurant. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and a chairperson’s report on the schedule.

• Approval of minutes from August 26, 2025
• Hearing on Warm Bowl LLC d/b/a Bubble Station ownership change for food vendor license at 253 Washington St.
• Hearing on Tavern in the Square Weymouth LLC ownership transfer and manager change for all‑alcoholic restaurant license at 35 Pleasant St. #150
• Hearing on Magda Enterprises Corp d/b/a Bella’s Creamery common victualler license at 1235 Washington St., U‑C
• Review of Wine & Malt Restaurant license conversion request process

The Commissioners unanimously approved moving the next Licensing Board meeting to Oct 28, 2025 at 2 PM. They also unanimously set a hearing to consider surrendering the license of SRI Bajans Inc. (AAHA Indian Cuisine) for that meeting. The Board decided to post the Wine & Malt restaurant license conversion application instructions on its website. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Rescheduled next Licensing Board meeting to Oct 28, 2025 at 2 PM (unanimous)
• Scheduled surrender‑of‑license hearing for SRI Bajans Inc. on Oct 28, 2025 at 2 PM (unanimous)
• Approved posting Wine & Malt restaurant license conversion applications and instructions on the Board website (decision noted)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:15 PM (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Weymouth Historical Commission will review minutes from the June 24 meeting and receive reports on the newsletter, CPC, Emery Estate, development activities, a demolition delay at 750 Broad Street, and the MA250 project. The commission will also address any other business before adjourning.

• Minutes – 6/24/25
• Emery Estate update
• Development Update
• Demolition Delay report – 750 Broad Street, Rice Tavern
• MA250 report

The commission met at 7:05 PM and approved the June 24, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. The meeting also included a newsletter update, discussion of cemetery gate hinges and a historic sign, research on granite mile markers, and an update that Mayor Molisse secured an extension on a $200,000 state grant for the Emery Estate repairs. No other actions were decided.

• Approved June 24 minutes (unanimous)

Asphalt Plant Hearing Agenda

The Weymouth Town Council will hold an administrative hearing panel decision on the Weymouth Asphalt Plant on September 19, 2025 at 10:00 am in the Council Chambers of Town Hall. The hearing panel consists of Marsha Geronaitis, Richard Fuller, Steven Tilley, and Jeffrey Richard. The meeting will also be available via Zoom using the provided link and credentials.

• Administrative hearing panel decision on Weymouth Asphalt Plant

Weymouth Retirement Board

The Weymouth Retirement Board will approve the August meeting minutes and review financial warrants, wire transfers, and payroll. It will discuss a merger with Fiducient Advisors, receive an update on Attorney Hynes' letter to PERAC regarding DeVincent, and consider a cyber‑insurance quote. Additional items include disability reports, a hearing on an ADR application, and routine acknowledgments of new employees, retirements, refunds, and transfers.

• Approve August meeting minutes
• Review warrants, wire transfers, and payroll
• Discuss Fiducient Advisors merger
• Update on attorney’s letter to PERAC regarding DeVincent
• Consider cyber‑insurance quote

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee meeting on September 17, 2025 will review the semiannual gift report, athletics sponsorship program, and several audits. It will consider contracts and procurement items including shared maintenance contracts and FY27 invitations for bids. The committee will discuss FY27 budget planning, covering federal and state updates, staffing requests, and food service rates. Public comment will be taken in accordance with policy.

• Semiannual Gift Report
• Athletics Sponsorship Program
• EOYR Audit
• Shared Maintenance Contracts
• FY27 IFBs – Transportation & Management Print Services

The committee approved entitlement grants (Title I‑IV, IDEA 260 & 262) and a My Cap grant up to $7,000. It accepted the Mental Well‑Being Grant of $69,926. The FY26 budget of $90,113,902 was approved. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved Entitlement Grants (Title I, II, III, IV, IDEA 260 & 262)
• Approved Mental Well‑Being Grant of $69,926
• Approved My Cap grant up to $7,000
• Selected Mayo‑Designs as banner vendor (lowest quote)
• Approved FY26 budget of $90,113,902
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Weymouth-Braintree Regional Recreation-Conservation District Board of Commissioners

The Weymouth‑Braintree Regional Recreation‑Conservation District Board will discuss updates on several ongoing projects, including a by‑law refresh sub‑committee, the Pollinator Meadow assessment, and grant work. Old business items cover the Smelt Brook Ladder partnership, a FY ’26 State/DCR grant revision, and e‑bike policy. New business focuses on the water and wetland inspection findings for the pond and plans for a new ranger recruitment sub‑committee.

• Establish a sub‑committee to work on By‑Law refresh / update
• Pollinator Meadow assessment
• Update on the Project Partnership Agreement / Smelt Brook Ladder
• Status of State / DCR FY ’26 Grant re‑work and submission
• Findings of the Water and Wetland inspection of the Pond

Town Council

The council will discuss a proposed amendment to ordinance Section 6‑705(k) relating to dogs and cats. It will also hear a funding request for the Smelt Brook fish ladder, consider the appointment of a Director of Administrative and Community Services, and review a FY 2026 line‑item transfer. Public hearings are scheduled as part of the agenda.

• Proposed amendment to ordinance Section 6‑705(k) concerning dogs and cats
• CPA funding request for the Smelt Brook fish ladder
• Appointment of Director of Administrative and Community Services
• Fiscal Year 2026 line‑item transfer
• Public hearings

Community Events Committee

The Community Events Committee will meet to approve the schedule for fall and winter community events, including the Water Lantern Festival and Halloween Trunk or Treat. The meeting agenda also includes a review of committee duties and responsibilities.

• Approval of March 3, 2025 minutes
• Review of duties and responsibilities
• Discussion of Water Lantern Festival
• Discussion of Halloween Trunk or Treat
• Discussion of Veterans Day Parade

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee will discuss the opening of the 2025-2026 school year and the 2025-2026 subcommittee meeting schedule. The body is also reviewing admission criteria for Weymouth High School Career and Technical Education (CTE).

• First reading of WHS CTE Admission Criteria
• Confirmation of warrant dated 8/25/25 for $457,049.09
• Confirmation of warrant dated 9/8/25 for $526,028.10
• Approval of 2025-2026 Subcommittee Meeting Schedule

The committee approved the consent agenda by unanimous vote, authorizing payment of two bills: $457,049.09 dated 8/25/25 and $526,028.10 dated 9/8/25. The motion to accept the consent agenda was made by Dr. Sherlock-Shangraw and seconded by Mary‑Ellen Devine. The CTE admissions policy and application were moved to a second reading, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda, authorizing $457,049.09 and $526,028.10 payments (unanimous)
• Moved CTE admissions policy & application to second reading
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Commission on Disabilities

The Weymouth Commission on Disabilities will approve meeting minutes and vote on new leadership positions (chair, vice chair, secretary). It will receive a coordinator update that includes an October information session at Tufts Library, a discussion with Paul Williams from Wellspring, and proposed changes to the commission’s meeting schedule. The board will also continue discussion of monthly COD segment ideas. The next meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2025.

• Nomination of chair, vice chair, and secretary for the commission
• Information session planned for October at Tufts Library
• Discussion with Paul Williams from Wellspring
• Proposed change to the commission’s organization and meeting schedule
• Continued discussion of suggested monthly COD segments

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Weymouth Board of Zoning Appeals will consider five special permit and variance applications. Requests include a two‑story garage at 11 Gibbens St., additional parking and a storage building at 75 Finnell Dr., a new 25‑unit apartment building at 566 Washington St., a two‑bedroom addition at 46 Lorraine St., and three single‑family homes at 0 Station St. and 0 Somerset St. The meeting also includes approval of the August 6 minutes and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Case #3531 – Special Permit to add a 3‑bay, two‑story garage at 11 Gibbens St. (R‑1 district)
• Case #3532 – Special Permit/Variance for additional parking and a one‑story storage building at 75 Finnell Dr. (I‑1 district)
• Case #3540 – Special Permit to add a new building with 25 apartment homes at 566 Washington St. (B‑1 district)
• Case #3541 – Special Permit for a two‑bedroom addition at 46 Lorraine St. (R‑1 district)
• Case #3542 – Special Permit for three single‑family homes at 0 Station St. and 0 Somerset St. (B‑2 and R‑1 districts)

The Board of Zoning Appeals continued the public hearings for Cases #3537, #3538 and #3540 to October 1, 2025. It opened the hearing for Case #3541, waived the public notice reading, and unanimously approved the special permit for the addition at 46 Lorraine Street. The Board also opened the hearing for Case #3542 and waived its notice reading, but no final decision was made pending legal review.

• Continued hearing on Case #3537 to Oct 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued hearing on Case #3538 to Oct 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued hearing on Case #3540 to Oct 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Opened hearing on Case #3541 (unanimous)
• Waived reading of public notice for Case #3541 (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for Case #3541 (unanimous)
• Opened hearing on Case #3542 (unanimous)
• Waived reading of public notice for Case #3542 (unanimous)

Planning & Community Development

The Planning & Community Development Committee will hold a public hearing to introduce staff and provide an overview of the CAPER program. Attendees will hear a summary of overall accomplishments and a detailed report from sub‑recipients on their achievements, expenditures, and progress. The meeting will conclude with an opportunity for public comments and questions.

• Introductions of staff overseeing CDBG and HOME funds
• Overview and summary of the CAPER housing program
• Sub‑recipients present accomplishments, expenditures, and progress
• Public comments and questions invited

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet to review applications for historical preservation and conservation improvements. The body will also provide project updates and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Application for preservation of the exterior of the Abigail Adams Birthplace
• Application for Smelt Brook Improvements from the Weymouth Braintree Regional Recreation Conservation District

Town Council

The Town Council will convene to review committee minutes and consider administrative actions, including a call for the general election, early voting hours, and the appointment of a Director of Administrative and Community Services.

• Review of committee minutes from May through June 2025
• Call of the Town General Election (Item 25 084)
• Early voting hours for the Nov 4, 2025 election (Item 25 085)
• Appointment of Director of Administrative and Community Services (Item 25 086)
• FY26 Line Item Transfer (Item 25 087)

The committee heard testimony from the Health, Parks & Recreation, and Police departments about Measure #25‑057, which would allow dogs on the town's two public beaches. All presenters raised concerns about public health, waste cleanup, enforcement resources, and seasonal restrictions. No vote or formal decision was recorded; the matter was left for further consideration.

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The Licensing Board unanimously approved several one‑day wine and malt permits, a common victualler license for Sea Street Pizza, a food vendor license for Lynn’s Variety, and a pledge of an all‑alcoholic restaurant license for Santa Fe Burrito Grill. It also extended The Next Page Café’s closing hour to midnight with a doorman requirement on Fridays and Saturdays. Finally, the Board adopted a program allowing Wine & Malt restaurant licenses to be exchanged for all‑alcoholic licenses for a $600 upgrade fee.

• Approved one‑day wine & malt permits for St. Jerome’s Parish, Weymouth Historical Society, and George R. Bean Post (unanimous)
• Approved Common Victualler License for Slice of Life LLC d/b/a Sea Street Pizza (unanimous)
• Approved Food Vendor License for Lynn’s Variety at 915 Washington Street (unanimous)
• Approved pledge of All Alcoholic Restaurant License for Santa Fe Burrito Grill Weymouth LLC (unanimous)
• Extended closing hour for The Next Page Café to 12 AM with doorman 8 PM‑12 AM on Fridays and Saturdays (unanimous)
• Adopted conversion process for Wine & Malt licenses to All Alcoholic licenses with $600 upgrade fee (unanimous)
• Scheduled next Licensing Board meeting for September 23, 2025 at 2:30 PM (unanimous)

Planning & Community Development

On August 26, 2025, the Weymouth Planning & Community Development department held a site‑plan review meeting. The department granted site‑plan approval for an attached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 45 Presidents Rd. in the R‑1 district. It also granted site‑plan approval for an attached ADU at 20 Derek Dr., also in the R‑1 district. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved site‑plan for ADU at 45 Presidents Rd.
• Approved site‑plan for ADU at 20 Derek Dr.

Memorial Committee

The Memorial Committee will meet to consider requests to install street signs in memory of Robert M. Pineau and Chief Patrick Butler. The committee will also hear other business and adjourn.

• Request to add a street sign topper at Broad Street and King Avenue paid for by Electroswitch
• Request for a marker near 1027 Pleasant Street to honor Chief Patrick Butler
• Meeting via Zoom on August 21, 2025 at 3:30 P.M.

Weymouth Public Schools

The subcommittee introduced interim director Kristen Kelly and noted a new concussion protocol. It provided status updates on the scoreboard, website launch, uniform planning, booster meeting, budget scholarship amounts, and upcoming sponsorship kickoff. No votes or formal actions were recorded.

Weymouth Public Schools

The subcommittee introduced interim Athletic Director Kristen Kelly and noted a new concussion protocol. It provided status updates on the scoreboard, website launch, uniform review, booster meeting, scholarship funding, and upcoming sponsorship program. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved a special permit (Section 120‑39) for Jim & Lauren Fogarty to demolish the existing garage and sunroom at 38 Abbott Street and build a new single‑story living space within the same footprint. The Board also unanimously approved the minutes from five prior meetings and set the next meeting for September 10, 2025. All actions were taken by unanimous roll‑call votes.

• Approved special permit for 38 Abbott St (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Continued hearing for Case #3531 until 9/10/2025
• Continued hearing for Case #3532 until 9/10/2025
• Approved minutes from 11/13/2024, 12/11/2024, 1/22/2025, 2/26/2025, 4/9/2025 (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for September 10, 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The commission unanimously accepted the June 24 minutes. It approved a certificate of compliance for the 44 Wharf St multi‑family development. The commission voted to continue the 75 Finnell Drive maintenance facility, the 1441 Commercial St mixed‑use project, and the 0 Wharf Street (Durante) remediation and wetland restoration to the August 26 meeting. It also opened a public hearing for the 0 Wharf Street project before postponing further action.

• Accepted June 24 minutes (5-0)
• Approved certificate of compliance for 44 Wharf St (5-0)
• Continued 75 Finnell Drive notice of intent to Aug 26 meeting (5-0)
• Continued 1441 Commercial St notice of intent to Aug 26 meeting (5-0)
• Opened public hearing for 0 Wharf St (Durante) project (5-0)
• Continued 0 Wharf St (Durante) issue to Aug 26 meeting (5-0)

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The Weymouth Licensing Board approved several one‑day wine and malt permits, transferred ownership of existing food and alcohol licenses, and granted a Class II auto dealer license. All motions were passed unanimously. The board also scheduled its next meeting for August 26, 2025.

• Approved One‑Day Wine & Malt Permit for Church of the Holy Nativity (Sept 20, 2025) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved One‑Day Wine & Malt Permit for Barrel House Z (Aug 2, 2025) – UNANIMOUS
• Approved change of ownership for Old Country Pizza & Roast Beef at 1515 Commercial St – UNANIMOUS
• Approved alterations to Lynn’s Variety premises at 915 Washington St and renewal of its Food Vendor Permit – UNANIMOUS
• Accepted withdrawal of Blue Tide Food Truck application at 327 Bridge St – UNANIMOUS
• Approved transfer of Washington Street Liquor Mart license to Kim’s Liquors Inc. at 21 Washington St – UNANIMOUS
• Approved Class II Auto Dealer License for Go To Motors LLC at 1670 Main St – UNANIMOUS
• Scheduled next Licensing Board meeting for Aug 26, 2025 – UNANIMOUS

Weymouth Public Schools

The committee approved the SEIU Cafeteria Workers Unit collective bargaining agreement for 2025‑2028, costing $132,237 over three years. It also approved the FY 2026 School Department budget of $90,113,902 (5‑1 vote, one abstention) and adopted updated job descriptions for the District Development Coordinator, Finance Manager, and School Procurement Administrator (unanimous). Additional routine items, such as moving to executive session and the consent agenda, were approved unanimously.

• Approved SEIU Cafeteria Workers Unit CBA 2025‑2028 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026 School Department budget $90,113,902 (5‑1, 1 abstention)
• Approved updated job descriptions for District Development Coordinator, Finance Manager, and School Procurement Administrator (unanimous)
• Moved meeting into executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda payments: Warrant 50‑2025 $1,181,004.67 and Warrant 52‑2025 $1,590,374.95 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the regular meeting on 6/5/25 (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The committee adjourned the meeting after a motion was made by Dr. Sherlock-Shangraw and seconded by Mrs. Nardone, which passed unanimously. No formal votes were taken on the FY26 school budget of $90,113,902, which is scheduled for a vote at the June 26 meeting. Other items such as the modular classroom plan, grant application, and before‑and‑after‑school care program were discussed but not decided.

• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Conservation Commission

The commission accepted the April 29 and May 20 minutes unanimously. It approved a Positive‑2A map determination and a Negative‑5 work determination for the MBTA/Keolis right‑of‑way vegetation management plan. The commission granted a partial certificate of compliance for 158 Park Ave West and amended the order of conditions for the Jackson Square redevelopment. It also continued the 75 Finnell Drive public hearing to the next meeting.

• Accepted April 29 & May 20 minutes (4-0)
• Opened public hearing for MBTA/Keolis vegetation plan (4-0)
• Closed public hearing for MBTA/Keolis vegetation plan (4-0)
• Approved Positive‑2A map and Negative‑5 work determinations for MBTA/Keolis (4-0)
• Granted partial certificate of compliance for 158 Park Ave West (4-0)
• Closed public hearing for Jackson Square redevelopment (4-0)
• Amended order of conditions for Jackson Square redevelopment (4-0)
• Continued 75 Finnell Drive public hearing to next month (4-0)

Historical Commission

The commission approved the May 20 minutes and reopened, then closed, the public hearing for 750 Broad Street. It voted unanimously to consider 750 Broad Street a preferably preserved significant building. The commission also approved a motion to review any landscaping work on electrical boxes at Fogg Library before final approval and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved May 20 minutes (unanimous)
• Reopened public hearing for 750 Broad Street (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 750 Broad Street (unanimous)
• Designated 750 Broad Street as a preferably preserved significant building (unanimous)
• Requested commission review of landscaping work on electrical boxes at Fogg Library (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The board unanimously approved the minutes from May 20, 2025, and approved one‑day vendor permits for the July 3 fireworks at George Lane Beach. It granted a conditional food‑vendor license for Napoli’s ice‑cream trailer until November 15, 2025, and approved licenses for the Rituals Beauty Studio body‑art establishment and its practitioners. The board also renewed licenses for antique dealers, fortune‑tellers (excluding two out‑of‑business vendors), a junk dealer (pending application), and precious‑metal dealers (excluding one out‑of‑business), and set the next meeting for July 29, 2025.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved one‑day vendor permits for July 3 fireworks at George Lane Beach (unanimous)
• Approved conditional food‑vendor license for Napoli ice‑cream trailer until Nov 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Body Art Establishment License for Rituals Beauty Studio, 1166 Washington St. (unanimous)
• Approved Body Art Practitioner Licenses for Niamh O’Connell, Julia Prisco, Brianne Husisian (unanimous)
• Approved Antique Dealer License renewals for Bridge Antiques and That Little Basket (unanimous)
• Approved Fortune Teller License renewals, excluding Terry Porter and Stephanie Veiga (unanimous)
• Approved Precious Metals License renewals, excluding The Jewelry Factory (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The committee reviewed a new hiring procedure for game workers, scheduled a booster meeting for August 20, 2025, noted a delay in the softball scoreboard pending a meter from National Grid, previewed a new athletics website set to launch on June 17, presented the 2024‑2025 participation summary, and clarified sponsorship banner parameters. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Town Council

The Environmental Committee met on June 9, 2025 to review the mandatory water‑conservation order and current level‑1 drought conditions. Officials briefed the council on the operation of the Washington Street sluice gate, the recent use of the pump at Whitman's Pond, and the herring migration that was supported by recent rainfall. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Weymouth Public Schools

The committee unanimously approved the consent agenda, including payment of $1,469,614.70 in bills and acceptance of the May 15 minutes. It also approved the Weymouth High School Program of Studies, except for adding a Buy Back Program for attendance failure. The committee adopted the amended Policy BEDH for public comment at meetings. Finally, the superintendent was approved to join the South Shore Educational Collaborative board effective July 1, 2025.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $1,469,614.70 (unanimous)
• Approved Weymouth High School Program of Studies with exception of Buy Back Program (unanimous)
• Adopted amended Policy BEDH-Public Comment language (unanimous)
• Approved superintendent to serve on South Shore Educational Collaborative board, effective July 1, 2025 (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council unanimously approved the Southfield/Union Point Committee minutes from May 5, 2025. It then opened a public hearing for Measure 25‑052 to create a Development Program District at Union Point, and later closed that hearing. The Council also unanimously opened a public hearing for Measure 25‑073 to borrow funds for road and sidewalk improvements.

• Approved Southfield/Union Point Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for Measure 25‑052 Development Program District (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Measure 25‑052 Development Program District (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for Measure 25‑073 Road/Sidewalk borrowing (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The commission approved a negative‑3 determination for the addition at 33 Laudervale Rd and another negative‑3 determination for the addition at 52 Lintric Drive, each by a 3‑0 vote. It also issued an order of conditions for the Wolf Den Development at 19 Rantoule St by a 3‑0 vote. The Jackson Square Redevelopment hearing was continued to the June 24, 2025 meeting, also by a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:31 p.m. by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved negative‑3 determination for 33 Laudervale Rd addition (3-0)
• Approved negative‑3 determination for 52 Lintric Drive addition (3-0)
• Issued order of conditions for Wolf Den Development at 19 Rantoule St (3-0)
• Continued Jackson Square Redevelopment hearing to June 24, 2025 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Town Council

Councilors approved the Budget Management Committee minutes from May 5, 2025. They also approved the Town Council minutes from the same date. A motion was passed to open public hearings for measures 25 058 through 25 070.

• Approved Budget Management Committee minutes of May 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Town Council minutes of May 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Opened public hearings for measures 25 058‑25 070 (unanimous)

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The Licensing Board unanimously approved the minutes from April 22, 2025 and a one‑day wine & malt permit for Barrel House Z at 95 Woodrock Rd. It also unanimously voted to defer the food vendor license application for Napoli Weymouth Landing Inc.'s ice‑cream trailer until the next meeting on June 17, 2025. The next board meeting was scheduled for June 17, 2025 at 2 PM.

• Approved minutes of April 22, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved One-Day Wine & Malt Permit for Barrel House Z, 95 Woodrock Rd. (unanimous)
• Postponed decision on Napoli Weymouth Landing Inc. ice‑cream trailer license to June 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Scheduled next Licensing Board meeting for June 17, 2025 at 2 PM (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The committee voted unanimously to adopt the FY26 fee, substitute, ESY and athletic event coverage rate increases, which will generate about $100,000. It also unanimously approved the updated non‑union benefits contract and the superintendent’s goals and focus indicators. The consent agenda, including a $700,622.79 bill payment and meeting minutes, was approved without dissent.

• Approved FY26 fee, substitute, ESY and athletic event coverage rate increases (unanimous)
• Approved non‑union benefits contract update (unanimous)
• Approved superintendent goals and focus indicators (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills $700,622.79 on Warrant 46-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the May 1 and May 7 meetings (unanimous)

Town Council

The Budget/Management Committee voted to refer measure 25 073, a $5 million borrowing request for road and sidewalk improvements, to the full Town Council for favorable action. The committee also referred measure 25 074, a FY25 DPW budget transfer moving $100 k from salaries and $50 k each to grounds‑maintenance overtime and vehicle‑maintenance accounts, to the full Town Council. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Referred measure 25 073 Borrowing for Road/Sidewalk Improvements to full Town Council (unanimous)
• Referred measure 25 074 FY25 DPW Budget Transfer Request to full Town Council (unanimous)

Town Council

The Budget/Management Committee examined the FY2025 school department budget, noting a $90 million proposal with a $1.9 million shortfall and discussed required cuts and fee increases. Members heard about rising transportation costs, a 20% increase in utility expenses, and plans for seven modular classrooms to address elementary enrollment growth. The discussion also covered compliance staffing and future enrollment forecasts, but no votes, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Town Council

The Budget/Management Committee reviewed the FY 2026 financial items, including reserves, pensions, debt service and other accounts. Councilors discussed health‑insurance costs, credit rating and other budget concerns. The Committee voted unanimously to refer measure 25 058 – the CPA Funding Request for a $300,000 Pope Towers generator (with $150,000 CPC funding) – to the full Town Council for favorable action.

• Referred measure 25 058 CPA Funding Request – Pope Towers Generator to full Town Council (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The committee reviewed the FY26 budget, modular classroom funding, fee proposals, and non‑union benefits, but no votes or approvals were recorded. The only formal action was a unanimous motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Town Council

The Budget/Management Committee voted to refer Measure 25 051 – Free Cash Wessagusset Walk, amended to $2,725,558, to the full Town Council with favorable action, and the motion passed unanimously. The committee also moved to refer Measure 25 050 – Free Cash Modular Classrooms to the full Town Council with favorable action; the motion was made and seconded, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Referred Measure 25 051 – Free Cash Wessagusset Walk (amended to $2,725,558) to full Town Council – unanimous vote
• Motion to refer Measure 25 050 – Free Cash Modular Classrooms to full Town Council – made and seconded (outcome not recorded)
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous vote

Weymouth Public Schools

The committee unanimously accepted the consent agenda covering bill payments, minutes and an overnight field trip. It combined the second and third readings of the middle school handbook, then approved the handbook for the 2025‑26 school year with the discussed edits. The committee also adopted the school‑committee meeting schedule, adding a December 4, 2025 date. All motions passed unanimously.

• Consent agenda accepted (payment of bills, minutes, field trip) – unanimous
• Combined 2nd and 3rd reading of middle school handbook – unanimous
• Approved middle school handbook for 2025‑26 with edits – unanimous
• Accepted school‑committee schedule with added date Dec 4 2025 – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous

Conservation Commission

The commission approved a Certificate of Compliance for 135 River Street. It adopted an Order of Conditions for the sewer pump station reconstruction at Rear Wharf Street, including time‑of‑year restrictions and invasive‑species management. Additional actions included a negative‑3 determination for 97 Regatta Road, an Order of Conditions for 40 Carolyn Road, continuation of the 19 Rantoule Street hearing, and acceptance of the Whitman's Pond work plan; all votes were unanimous 5‑0.

• Approved Certificate of Compliance for 135 River Street (5‑0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for Rear Wharf Street sewer pump station project (5‑0)
• Issued negative‑3 Determination with conditions for 97 Regatta Road (5‑0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 40 Carolyn Road addition (5‑0)
• Continued public hearing for 19 Rantoule Street to May 20, 2025 (5‑0)
• Accepted Whitman's Pond Annual Work Plan (5‑0)

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The Board of Licensing Commissioners unanimously approved the March 25, 2025 minutes and a series of licensing actions. Approvals included extensions and one‑day liquor permits, a new Common Victualler License for Nick’s Restaurant, food vendor and entertainment licenses for The Venetian, a manager change for Tavern in the Square, and a Wine & Malt Restaurant License with extended hours for Dora Taqueria. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved one‑day extension of hours for Vitamin Sea Brewing (6‑10 PM) (unanimous)
• Approved one‑day liquor permits for St. Francis Xavier School (May 10) and The Arc of the South Shore (June 12) (unanimous)
• Approved Common Victualler License for Nick’s Restaurant, 33 Washington St., pending CO (unanimous)
• Approved Food Vendor License for The Venetian, 909 Broad St. outdoor area (unanimous)
• Approved Annual and Sunday Entertainment Licenses for The Venetian, 909 Broad St. (unanimous)
• Approved change of manager for Tavern in the Square, 35 Pleasant St. #150 to Allison Dasilva (unanimous)
• Approved Wine & Malt Restaurant License and extended closing hour to 11 PM for Dora Taqueria, 17 Union St. (unanimous)

Scholarship Fund Committee

The committee accepted the March meeting minutes and the Treasurer’s report unanimously. It voted to supplement any missing sponsor scholarship amounts with money from the town’s general fund, and to raise any sponsor award below $2,000 to a $2,000 award using the same fund. The members also approved accepting outstanding sponsor payments by April 21, adopting the final scholarship recipient list, and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s report (unanimous)
• Approved supplementing missing sponsor scholarships from general fund (unanimous)
• Approved raising sponsor awards under $2,000 to $2,000 using general fund (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of outstanding sponsor payments by April 21 and updating the list (unanimous)
• Approved adoption of the scholarship recipient list with changes (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee reviewed student learning goals, professional practice initiatives, and district improvement plans. Members suggested providing detailed data, presenting improvement plans, and including the district vision in communications. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee met on April 10, 2025 to discuss goals for student learning, professional practice, and district improvement. Members reviewed assessment measures, budgeting considerations, and communication plans, and requested concrete data on student performance. The timeline for goal setting and evaluation was outlined, but no actions were approved, denied, or voted on.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved both the special permit and the side‑yard setback variance for the Town of Weymouth’s pump station project at 0 Wharf Street. Approvals were granted with conditions to upgrade the fence and coordinate with the neighboring property owner. The public hearing was opened and closed, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Opened public hearing on Case #3536 (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for 0 Wharf Street pump station (unanimous)
• Approved variance reducing side‑yard setback to 9 ft (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on Case #3536 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The Policy Sub‑Committee reviewed legal recommendations for changes to the BEDH Public Comment Policy and agreed to submit the legally approved edits to the full School Committee for a first reading at the May 1 meeting. Residents voiced support and concerns about limiting comments to agenda items, and the superintendent announced that WHS and Chapman will present their AI policies at the next full Committee meeting.

• Submit legally approved edits to the public comment policy for first reading at May 1 meeting (approved)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission approved the minutes from the February 8 meeting. It opened the demolition‑delay hearing for 750 Broad Street and then voted unanimously to continue the hearing until May 20, 2025. The commission also approved a letter of support for the Universalist Church organ repairs and found the proposed demolitions at 6 Fogg Road and 190 Middle Street not detrimental to the town’s historic resources, subject to stipulated conditions.

• Approved February 8 minutes (unanimous)
• Continued 750 Broad Street demolition hearing to May 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Found demolition of 6 Fogg Road house not detrimental, pending walk‑through and landscape plans (unanimous)
• Found demolition of 190 Middle Street barn not detrimental (unanimous)
• Approved and sent letter of support for Universalist Church organ repairs (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:50 PM (unanimous)

Board of Library Trustees

The board unanimously approved the January 2025 minutes. Trustees agreed to feature a Book Display in May, with each trustee recommending ten books. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 8:08 pm.

• Accepted January ’25 minutes (unanimous)
• Trustees’ Book Display scheduled for May; each trustee to recommend 10 books
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Weymouth Public Schools

The committee discussed budget projections, fundraising procedures, athletics sponsorship, van procurement, and fee cycle proposals, but no approvals, denials, or votes on those items were recorded. The only vote was a unanimous motion to adjourn the meeting. No substantive actions were taken pending further review and future votes.

• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Weymouth Public Schools

The committee accepted a $106,388 donation from the Murray Family for the Chapman Band Program. It also approved the Weymouth Public Schools FY26 operating budget of $92,079,118 and supplemental needs list. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Accepted $106,388 Murray Family gift to Chapman Band Program (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 operating budget of $92,079,118 and supplemental needs list (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including payment of $964,926.90 bills (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from prior meetings (unanimous)
• Approved overnight field trip for SkillsUSA competition (unanimous)
• Moved to take the gift acceptance out of order (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m. (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Weymouth Conservation Commission approved the February 25 minutes, issued a Partial Certificate of Compliance for 99 Rindge St, and opened the public hearing on the Rear Wharf St sewer pump station reconstruction. The commission also scheduled the continuation of the hearing for the April 29 meeting. All motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 roll‑call vote.

• Approved February 25 minutes (4-0 unanimous)
• Issued Partial Certificate of Compliance for 99 Rindge St (4-0 unanimous)
• Opened public hearing on Rear Wharf St sewer pump station reconstruction (4-0 unanimous)
• Continued hearing to April 29, 2025 meeting (4-0 unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Licensing Commissioners

The Board approved the meeting minutes and three one‑day wine & malt permits for events on April 12, 2025. It unanimously approved the transfer of a wine & malt package store license to BSFM Corp d/b/a Bridge Street Food Mart and the pledge of that license and inventory to Rockland Trust Company. The Board also approved extended operational hours for Burger King at 393 Washington Street (6 AM‑10 PM dining, delivery until 3 AM), a Class II auto dealer license for EMDK Enterprises at 1338 Pleasant Street, a food vendor license for JoJo’s at 644 Middle Street, and a common victualler license for Baya Bar at 35 Pleasant Street #100. The next meeting was scheduled for April 22, 2025 and the session adjourned at 2:38 PM.

• Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes – UNANIMOUSLY VOTED
• Approved one‑day wine & malt permit for Weymouth Club tennis event (April 12, 2025, 6‑8:30 PM) – UNANIMOUSLY VOTED
• Approved one‑day wine & malt permit for Vitamin Sea Brewing at Monahan’s Marine (April 12, 2025, 10 AM‑6 PM) – UNANIMOUSLY VOTED
• Approved transfer of wine & malt package store license to BSFM Corp d/b/a Bridge Street Food Mart – UNANIMOUSLY VOTED
• Approved pledge of that liquor license and inventory to Rockland Trust Company – UNANIMOUSLY VOTED
• Approved extended hours for Burger King at 393 Washington Street (6 AM‑10 PM dining, delivery until 3 AM) – UNANIMOUSLY VOTED
• Approved Class II auto dealer license for EMDK Enterprises LLC at 1338 Pleasant Street – UNANIMOUSLY VOTED
• Approved food vendor license for JoJo’s at 644 Middle Street – UNANIMOUSLY VOTED

Weymouth Public Schools

The Weymouth School Committee Athletics Sub‑Committee met on March 24, 2025 to discuss booster group roles and communication. Members reviewed district policies, the crowdfunding policy, and fundraising challenges. A new banner/sponsor fundraising initiative was introduced. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.