Whitman public meetings in 2021
66 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to review health inspector reports and permits. Members will discuss current COVID-19 protocols, mandates, and booster clinics, as well as a Sharps Collection Day.
- Approval of 11/30/2021 meeting minutes
- Review of Health Inspector’s Report
- Approval of issued permits and licenses
- Discussion of COVID protocols, mandates, and booster clinics
- Discussion of Sharps Collection Day
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review the Health Inspector's report. The board will also review issued permits and licenses and discuss current COVID protocols.
- Approval of 10/26/2021 meeting minutes
- Acceptance of Health Inspector’s Report
- Review and approval of issued permits and licenses
- Discussion of current COVID protocols
Whitman Council on Aging
The Whitman Council on Aging will meet to approve minutes from October 13, 2021. The board will review reports from OCES and Self-Help and discuss ongoing business regarding building maintenance, transportation, and programs.
- Approval of October 13, 2021 meeting minutes
- OCES and Self-Help committee reports
- Building maintenance discussion
- Transportation discussion
- Programs and activities discussion
Old Colony Planning Council
The committee is meeting to review reports from regional transit authorities and the South Coast Rail Project. Members will discuss the implementation of the FFY 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program and the Old Colony Safety Management System.
- FFY 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) implementation
- Old Colony Safety Management System program overview
- Resilient Transportation and Climate Change Summit summary and recap
- Reports from BAT, GATRA, and South Coast Rail Project
- Community Local Technical Assistance Studies
Old Colony Planning Council
The council will review environmental notifications and a financial report for September 2021. Members will discuss an OPEB assessment and the election of a signatory member for the Old Colony Metropolitan Planning Organization.
- EEA #16457 Swanberg Property Wellfield (Pembroke) environmental notification
- EEA #16409 Former National Fireworks Site (Hanover, Hanson) certificate
- Brockton Notice of Intent to Initiate an Aquatic Plant Management Program
- Election of one community with population over 15,000 as an MPO Signatory Member
- OPEB assessment discussion with consultant Bob Moran
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to review health inspector reports and permits. The agenda includes discussions on COVID-19 protocols, sharps collection, and a vegetation management plan from Old Colony / Keolis.
- Review of Old Colony / Keolis Vegetation Management Plan
- Discussion of current COVID protocols and mandates
- Discussion of Sharps Collection Day
- Review of previous recommendations for space meeting limits
- Approval of 09/28/2021 meeting minutes
Old Colony Planning Council
The Old Colony Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to consider adjustments to the FFY 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program. The body will also discuss the possible adoption of federally required performance targets for transit state of good repair.
- Possible adoption of FFY 2022 Transit State of Good Repair Targets
- Adjustments and/or amendments to the FFY 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
- Review of FFY 2021 and introduction to FFY 2022 Road Safety Audits (RSAs) at multiple locations
Whitman Council on Aging
The Whitman Council on Aging will meet to approve minutes from September 8, 2021. The body will discuss building maintenance, programs, activities, and transportation.
- Approval of September 8, 2021 meeting minutes
- OCES and Self-Help committee reports
- Discussion of building maintenance
- Discussion of programs and activities
- Discussion of transportation
Old Colony Planning Council
The committee is meeting to receive reports on regional transit authorities and the South Coast Rail Project. Members will discuss road safety audits, freight planning, and the MBTA Vegetative Management Plan.
- MBTA Vegetative Management Plan presentation by Keolis
- Review of FFY 2021 and introduction to FFY 2022 Road Safety Audits
- High Priority Corridor Study Screening Assessment project scope
- Freight Planning and Action Plan introduction and project scope
- FFY 2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) implementation
Old Colony Planning Council
The council will review financial reports for July and August 2021 and conduct regional clearinghouse reviews. Action is required regarding re-appointments to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee and a review of the AAA Draft Area Plan and FY22 Title II Grant Awards.
- Financial Report for July & August 2021
- EEA #16419 — Western Point Saquish (Plymouth)
- EEA #16447 — Greystone Village (Kingston)
- Certificate — EEA #16409 — Former National Fireworks Site
- CEDS Committee re-appointments
Old Colony Planning Council
The OCPC Finance Meeting will review financial reports and budget balances for July and August 2021. The body will also discuss OBEB and NICRA information and review bank accounts.
- Review of FY22 Budget balances for July 31, 2021 and August 31, 2021
- OBEB discussion with Bob Moran
- NICRA information review
- Bank Accounts list and discussion
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review health inspector reports and issued permits. Members will discuss current COVID-19 protocols and mandates, as well as a potential vaccine booster clinic for the Council on Aging (COA).
- Approval of 08/24/2021 meeting minutes
- Acceptance of Health Inspector’s Report
- Review and approval of issued permits and licenses
- Discussion of vaccine booster clinic for COA
- Discussion of COVID protocols and mandates
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss new business regarding two properties on Auburn Street and old business regarding a property on Temple Street.
- New Business: 337 Auburn Street
- New Business: 856 Auburn Street
- Old Business: 681 Temple Street
Whitman Council on Aging
The Whitman Council on Aging will meet to review committee reports and address building maintenance, programs, and transportation. The board is also scheduled to discuss the reappointment of the Director as part of a reorganization.
- Approval of June 9, 2021 meeting minutes
- Reports from OCES and Self-Help
- Discussion on building maintenance, programs, and transportation
- Director reappointment for reorganization
Old Colony Planning Council
The committee is meeting to receive reports from regional transit authorities and the South Coast Rail Project. Members will discuss the Old Colony Drone Program and traffic volume trends during the COVID-19 pandemic. The body will also review the FFY 2023-2027 TIP development schedule.
- Reports from Brockton Area Regional Transit Authority (BAT) and Greater Attleboro-Taunton Regional Transit Authority (GATRA)
- South Coast Rail (SCR) Project report
- Old Colony Drone Program overview and opportunities
- Update on traffic volume trends during the COVID-19 pandemic
- FFY 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) development schedule
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from Evan McCarthy. The applicant is seeking a variance and special permit to convert space above a garage into an in-law apartment.
- Petition for Variance from Section IV 4-4 and Special Permit from Section VI 6-6 for 37 Lakeview Street
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from Columbia Auto Realty Trust LLC. The petitioner is seeking a variance and site plan approval to add a parking area for an existing auto body business.
- Variance request from Section VIII and Site Plan Approval from Section VII 7-2 for 681 Temple Street
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss new business regarding 37 Lakeview Street and 681 Temple Street. The board will also address old business concerning Auburn Street Lot 306A.
- New business: 37 Lakeview Street
- New business: 681 Temple Street
- Old business: Auburn Street Lot 306A
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to review health inspector reports and permits. Members will also discuss current COVID-19 protocols and mandates.
- Approval of 08/10/2021 meeting minutes
- Review of Health Inspector’s Report
- Approval of issued permits and licenses
- Discussion of COVID protocols and mandates
Old Colony Planning Council
The Old Colony MPO is reviewing the FFV 2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program adjustments and the FFV 2021 Unified Planning Work Program budget reallocation. Members will also review a draft Public Participation Plan and receive a status report on the Active Transportation Study.
- FFV 2021-2025 Old Colony Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) adjustments/amendments
- FFV 2021 Old Colony Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) budget reallocation
- Draft Old Colony Public Participation Plan (PPP) review
- Old Colony Active Transportation Study status report
- Brockton Area Transit (BAT) Report
Whitman Council on Aging
The Whitman Council on Aging will meet to review committee reports and address old business regarding transportation, programs, and building maintenance. The body will also discuss reorganization under new business.
- Approval of June 9, 2021 meeting minutes
- OCES and Self-Help committee reports
- Building maintenance
- Transportation and programs and activities
- Reorganization
Board of Health
The Board of Health is meeting to review current COVID-19 protocols and mandates. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from July 20, 2021.
- Discussion of current COVID protocols and mandates
- Approval of July 20, 2021 meeting minutes
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a petition from South Abington Investments, LLC. The body will consider a site plan approval, special permit, and variance for a residential project in the Limited Industrial District.
- Petition by South Abington Investments, LLC for construction of 36 residential units
- Property location: Auburn Street (Assessors Plan 23D, Block 8, Lot 360A)
- Request for Site Plan Approval from Section VI 7-2
- Request for Special Permit & Variance, Section V 5-4 A-12 & VIL7-3 CD & E
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss new business regarding a specific lot on Auburn Street. The board will also address reorganization and the approval of prior meeting minutes.
- New business regarding Auburn Street Lot 360A
- Board Reorganization
Old Colony Planning Council
The committee is meeting to review and endorse the draft Old Colony Public Participation Plan. Members will also receive status updates on road safety audits, active transportation, and climate change vulnerability assessments.
- Review and endorsement of the Draft Old Colony Public Participation Plan (PPP)
- Project status update on Road Safety Audits (RSAs) at multiple locations
- Project status update on the Old Colony Active Transportation Study
- Project status update on the Old Colony Climate Change Vulnerability Transportation Assessment
- Implementation of the FFY 2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
Old Colony Planning Council
The Old Colony Planning Council is meeting to review regional clearinghouse notifications and grant awards. The body will discuss environmental notifications for sites in Hanover, Hanson, and Halifax, and consider action on a draft area plan and grant awards.
- EEA #16409: Hazardous material remediation at former National Fireworks Site in Hanover/Hanson
- EEA #16373: 0.898-acre land swap on Aldana Road in Halifax
- FY22 Title II Grant Awards and Draft Area Plan review
- Proposed change of meeting start time to 6pm
- Status update on retirement legislation
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board will review new business regarding Auburn Street Lot 176H and 4 Victoria Drive. The agenda also includes old business for 171 Park Avenue and a board reorganization.
- New Business: Auburn Street Lot 176H
- New Business: 4 Victoria Drive
- Old Business: 171 Park Avenue
- Board Reorganization
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit request. The petition seeks to add a first-floor in-law addition and expand the second-floor master bedroom at 4 Victoria Drive.
- Special Permit for an in-law addition and master bedroom expansion at 4 Victoria Drive
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a petition from George P. Andrews. The petitioner is seeking Site Plan Approval and a Variance to construct a 180'x60' steel building.
- Petition for Site Plan Approval (Section VII 7-2) and Variance (Section VI 6-5) for a 180'x60' steel building at Auburn Street (Assessors Plan 23A, Block 8, Lot 176H)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to review and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes the acceptance of the Health Inspector’s Report and a review of issued permits or licenses.
- Approval of June 22, 2021, meeting minutes
- Acceptance of Health Inspector’s Report
- Review/approval of permits and licenses
Whitman Council on Aging
The Council will review the minutes from the June 9, 2021 meeting. Discussion topics include building maintenance, programs, activities, and transportation, as well as a reorganization under new business.
- Approval of June 9, 2021 minutes
- Committee reports from OCES and Self-Help
- Discussion of building maintenance
- Discussion of programs, activities, and transportation
- New business regarding reorganization
Old Colony Planning Council
The Council will meet to take action on the FY22 proposed budget and the Personnel Handbook. The body will also review environmental notifications for projects in Halifax, West Bridgewater, and Plymouth.
- Action required on FY22 proposed budget
- Action required on Personnel Handbook
- Review of EEA #16373: Aldana Road land swap in Halifax
- Review of EEA #16383: 350,000 sf warehouse project in West Bridgewater
- Review of EEA #16364: Jenney Pond dredging and bridge replacement in Plymouth
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from Kevin Perkins. The request is for Site Plan Approval to remove existing structures and replace them with a 40’x60’ metal building.
- Site Plan Approval petition for 26 Carver Street
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold hearings for new business regarding 846 Temple Street and 26 Carver Street. The board will also address old business for 171 Park Avenue.
- New Business: 846 Temple Street
- New Business: 26 Carver Street
- Old Business: 171 Park Avenue
- Board Reorganization
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a petition from Temple Street Realty LLC. The applicant is seeking Site Plan Approval and a Special Permit to enlarge an existing building and add parking.
- Petition by Temple Street Realty LLC for 846 Temple Street
- Request for Site Plan Approval from Section VII 7-2
- Request for Special Permit from Section V 5-4 F 1,d, f
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to review permits and a residential kitchen application for Justine Rota dba Sweet Standards. The board will also discuss new plastic bag regulations and the future of public health nurses.
- Residential kitchen application for Justine Rota dba Sweet Standards
- New plastic bag regulations
- Future of public health nurses
- Drive-thru rabies clinic scheduled for Wednesday 6/23/21
Old Colony Planning Council
The Old Colony MPO is meeting to discuss adjustments to the 2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program and the 2021 Unified Planning Work Program budget. The body will also review the draft 2022 Unified Planning Work Program and the Public Participation Plan.
- FFY 2021-2025 Old Colony Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) adjustments and/or amendments
- FFY 2021 Old Colony Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) budget reallocation
- Draft FFY 2022 Old Colony Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) endorsement
- Old Colony Public Participation Plan (PPP) review and potential release for public comment
- Road Safety Audits (RSAs) status report for multiple locations
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold hearings for two new business items at specific addresses. The board will also discuss a letter concerning submitted site plans and approve previous meeting minutes.
- New Business: 171 Park Avenue
- New Business: 447 Harvard Street
- Discussion of letter regarding submitted site plans
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from Karen Aiello. The request seeks a variance to remove an existing dwelling and garage to subdivide the property into two lots.
- Petition for variance from Section VI 6-5 at 447 Harvard Street to allow construction of two new dwellings
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a petition from Vinilda Pena. The petitioner is seeking a variance and site plan approval to convert a two-family home into a three-family home.
- Variance from Section VII 7-3 and Site Plan Approval from Section VII 7-2 for 171 Park Avenue
Whitman Council on Aging
The Whitman Council on Aging will meet to approve May 12, 2021 minutes and review committee reports from OCES and Self-Help. The body will discuss building maintenance, transportation, and programs as old business, and address reorganization under new business.
- Approval of May 12, 2021 meeting minutes
- Reports from OCES and Self-Help
- Discussion of building maintenance
- Discussion of transportation and programs
- Discussion of reorganization
Board of Health
The Board of Health will reorganize its board and appoint agents for FY2022, including roles for rabies, burial, and health inspections. The board will also discuss guidelines for opening the town pool, park, and Town Hall.
- FY2022 appointments for Rabies Agent, Burial Agent, Assistant Burial Agent, Health Inspector, Assistant Health Inspector, and Milk Inspector
- Rescinding signature authority for Administrative Assistant
- Discussion of Recreation Dept. policies to open pool and park
- Discussion of drive-thru rabies clinic scheduled for June 23, 2021
- Discussion of Town Hall reopening at 50% vaccination level
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from Stephen Egan regarding a property owned by Anthony Federico. The board will discuss a frontage variance from Section VI 6-5 to create an estate lot.
- Frontage variance request for Green Acres Drive (Assessors Plan 35D, Block 97, Lot 13A)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss new business regarding a specific lot. The board will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings.
- New Business: Green Acres Drive Lot 13A
Whitman Council on Aging
The Whitman Council on Aging will meet to approve minutes from April 14, 2021. The body will discuss building maintenance, transportation, and programs and activities.
- Approval of April 14, 2021 meeting minutes
- OCES and Self-Help committee reports
- Building maintenance discussion
- Transportation and programs and activities discussion
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to review permits and licenses and discuss policies for opening the town pool and park. The board will also address administrative roles and protocols for travel and Town Hall access.
- Recreation Dept. request regarding policies to open pool and park
- Drive thru rabies clinic scheduled for Wednesday 6/23/21
- New travel advisory protocol
- Town Hall access by appointment only
- Review and approval of permits and licenses
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a petition by 815 Bedford LLC. The petition seeks variances and site plan approval to construct a multi-family dwelling on a vacant lot.
- Variance request for 815 Bedford Street
- Site Plan Approval for multi-family dwelling at 815 Bedford Street
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a petition from Anya and Pawel Smith. The applicants are seeking a variance and site plan approval to convert a two-family dwelling into a three-family dwelling.
- Petition for Variance from Section V 5-4 A12 and Site Plan Approval from Section VI 7-2 for 60 Warren Avenue
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss new business regarding two properties and old business regarding one property. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.
- New Business: 60 Warren Avenue
- New Business: 815 Bedford Street
- Old Business: 270 Washington Terrace (discussion of site plan letter)
Whitman Council on Aging
The Council on Aging will meet via Zoom to review committee reports and the Director's report. Discussions will include building maintenance, transportation, and programs and activities.
- Approval of March 10, 2021 meeting minutes
- OCES and Self-Help committee reports
- Building maintenance updates
- Transportation updates
- Programs and activities updates
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet via Zoom to address new business regarding 558 Plymouth Street and old business regarding 270 Washington Terrace. The board will also vote to approve minutes from previous meetings.
- New business: 558 Plymouth Street
- Old business: 270 Washington Terrace
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request by Laurie Kelliher. The petition concerns the construction of a proposed barn at 558 Plymouth Street.
- Variance request for a proposed barn at 558 Plymouth Street
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet via Zoom to review permits and licenses. The board will discuss the nomination of an Inspector of Animals and a request from the Recreation Department regarding policies to open the pool and park.
- Nomination of Inspector of Animals due 4/1/21
- Recreation Dept. request regarding policies to open pool and park
- Review and approval of permits and licenses
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet remotely via Zoom to discuss new and old business regarding three specific properties. The board will also vote to approve minutes from prior meetings.
- New Business: 611 Plymouth Street
- Old Business: 233 Winter Street
- Old Business: 270 Washington Terrace
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request by Wojciech Sokoloski. The applicant seeks to expand the existing dwelling and add a second floor to create a second unit.
- Variance request for 611 Plymouth Street to expand dwelling and add a second floor/unit
Whitman Council on Aging
The Council on Aging is meeting to approve February 2021 minutes and review committee reports. The body will discuss building maintenance, transportation, and programs and activities as part of the Director's Report.
- Approval of February 10, 2021 meeting minutes
- OCES and Self-Help committee reports
- Building maintenance discussion
- Transportation discussion
- Programs and activities discussion
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals is holding a public hearing via video conference. The board will consider a petition for a special permit regarding an accessory apartment.
- Special Permit request for an accessory apartment at 270 Washington Terrace
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing via video conference. The board is considering a petition for a special permit to allow an accessory apartment in a basement.
- Special Permit request for accessory apartment at 7 Victoria Drive
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting via Zoom to consider new business regarding two specific addresses. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.
- New business regarding 7 Victoria Drive
- New business regarding 270 Washington Terrace
Board of Health
The Board of Health is meeting to approve annual reports and fill several municipal roles. The body will discuss the approval process and access needs for PermitEyes software.
- Appointment of Dan Kelly as Animal Inspector, Special Police Officer, Health Inspector, and Milk Inspector
- Appointment of Dan Kelly as South Shore Recycling Cooperative BOH Representative
- Retroactive appointment of Dawn Varley as Rabies Agent
- Appointment of Jennifer Devasto as Asst. Burial Agent through 6/30/21
- Approval of Annual Report and Annual Health Agent Report
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet via Zoom to conduct business regarding two specific addresses. The board will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings.
- Old Business: 330 High Street
- New Business: 233 Winter Street
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to discuss a petition from Jose Ferraz. The board is considering a Special Permit for a proposed accessory apartment.
- Special Permit petition for accessory apartment at 233 Winter Street
Board of Health
The Board of Health is meeting to interview three candidates for the Health Inspector/Department head position. The process includes interviews followed by a discussion and a vote.
- Interview and vote for Health Inspector/Department head
- Candidate interview: Katie Goldrick
- Candidate interview: Leon Edwards
- Candidate interview: Dan Kelley
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet remotely via Zoom to conduct business regarding two specific addresses. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.
- New Business: 544 Plymouth Street
- Old Business: 330 High Street
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request by Tanya Roche and Kenneth Amaru. The petitioners are seeking permission to add a front porch to their existing home.
- Variance request for 544 Plymouth Street
Board of Health
The Board of Health is scheduled to meet with the Finance Committee to present the budget. The meeting will be held remotely via Google Meet.
- Budget presentation to the Finance Committee