Wilbraham public meetings in 2023

Select Board

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific discussion items or decisions.

Broadband Committee

The Broadband Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on digital equity and municipal fiber grants. The body will also review an Open Access Provider RFP evaluation and discuss potential PEG monthly fees.

• Digital Equity Grant update via PVPC
• MA Municipal Fiber Grant Program update
• Open Access Provider RFP Eval Review
• Discussion of MA Dark Money Bill (S.2804/H.4628)
• Potential PEG monthly fee

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will review updates on the Equity Plan, Strategic Plan, and transportation. The committee is scheduled to hold a possible vote on quotes for MRHS capital needs assessments.

• Possible vote on MRHS Capital Needs Assessment quotes for Physical Plant and IT
• Third reading and vote on five policies including Tobacco-Free Policy and Procurement Requirements
• First reading of seven policies including Nondiscrimination and School Councils
• Superintendent update regarding Equity Plan implementation and bullying data
• Discussion regarding the Revised Regional Agreement

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a continued public hearing regarding a special permit for a residential addition. The board will also discuss a potential zoning by-law change for used car sales and receive project updates.

• Public hearing for accessory apartment addition at 7 Oldwood Road (SP23-10)
• Discussion on zoning by-law change for used car sales with PH Performance Truck and Century Limousines LLC
• Update on Gill Chapel/Library renovations at Wilbraham Monson Academy (SPA18-02)
• Construction updates and proposed signage for 6 Burt Lane
• Traffic study and project update from Anthony Carnevale

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a National Grid petition for pole and wire locations. The board will also discuss real property proposals and collective bargaining in executive session.

• Public Hearing: National Grid’s Petition for Pole and Wire Locations – Burt Lane (#30787303)
• Executive Session: Minnechaug Land Trust Proposal and Cell Tower Proposal (Structure Consulting Group/Verizon)
• Executive Session: Negotiations with Special Police Officers, UPSEU Local 424M, and IUOE Local 98
• Maynard Road repair bid award
• Acceptance of retirement notice for Deputy Fire Chief Peter Nothe

Planning Board

The Planning Board Subcommittee is meeting to review draft revisions to the town's subdivision regulations. The body will discuss the current status of these updates and determine next steps.

• Review of draft revisions to Subdivision Regulations

HWRSD Policy Subcommittee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Policy Subcommittee will discuss and potentially vote on 15 different policies. These policies cover school committee operations, member qualifications, and nondiscrimination.

• Vote on AC-Nondiscrimination and AC-R-Nondiscrimination policies
• Review of School Committee Member Qualifications/Oath of Office (BBBA/BBBB)
• Discussion of School Committee Compensation and Expenses (BID)
• Review of Use of Electronic Messaging by School Committee Members (BHE)
• Discussion of School Committee Operational Goals (BA)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee is conducting an annual public hearing to gather resident input on town needs and potential eligible projects. The meeting also includes updates on prior fiscal year projects and the annual town report.

• Public comment on town needs and eligible projects
• Application deadline for projects set for January 20, 2024
• Review of prior FY project updates
• Discussion of Annual Town Report
• Planning for Coalition Visit on January 11th

MRHS Capital Planning Subcommitee

The subcommittee is meeting to organize its leadership and review draft documents regarding financial policies and debt schedules. The body will also discuss capital planning policy provisions and the effects of HWRSD reconfiguration proposals on budgeting.

• Committee organization of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary/Clerk
• Review of Draft Financial Policies Document
• Review of Debt Schedule Policies
• Discussion of MRHS Capital Planning Policy Provisions including budget timeline and prioritization
• Review of HWRSD Reconfiguration Proposals and their effects on capital budgeting

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to conduct an executive session. The discussion is limited to the discipline, dismissal, or complaints regarding a public employee.

• Executive session per G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(1) regarding a public employee

Historical Commission

The commission will review updates on several historical projects including the Memorial School and various street markers. Members will also discuss the Underground Tunnel project and the status of registered historical buildings.

• Status update on Memorial School Form B
• Tinkham Road Church marker delivery and installation
• Art-Tec quote for Maple Street Victorian markers
• Art-Tec cost for Green Acres farm sign
• Bottaro quote for First Church Main Street replacement marker

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board will review the November 14, 2023 minutes and receive an Executive Director's report. The meeting includes votes on a new truck purchase with a trade-in value of $53,785.00, the Annual Plan, and various financial reports.

• Vote on new truck with trade in $53785.00
• Vote on Annual Plan
• Vote on invoices and checks
• Discussion regarding a lawn mower

Conservation Commission

The agenda provided contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific discussion items or decisions for this meeting.

By-Law Study Committee

The By-Law Study Committee met to discuss several proposed changes to town bylaws. Topics included stormwater regulations, the number of selectmen, and constituent-proposed amendments.

• Potential use of an outside vendor such as General Code
• DPW/Town Engineer suggested bylaw amendments regarding stormwater
• Creation of bylaws to govern the Committee itself
• Amendment of bylaw regarding the number of selectmen
• Constituent-proposed bylaw amendments including DEI training

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct public hearings regarding liquor license transfers and entertainment licenses. The board will also interview two candidates for the Finance Committee and discuss collective bargaining strategy in executive session.

• Liquor license transfer application for Posh Eastern Fusion, Inc. at 2391 Boston Road
• Annual Entertainment Licenses hearing for Dominic John Inc. at 2039 Boston Road
• Delinquent taxes and license renewals hearing for Minton, LLC (CIMA Italian Restaurant and Chop House) at 2200 & 2152 Boston Road
• Finance Committee interviews for Carmela Blair and Patrick Kiernan
• Temporary Food Establishment Permit for Mama LIFE Oils & Wellness at 500 Main Street

HWRSD Technology Subcommittee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Technology Subcommittee is meeting to discuss equipment updates. The body will review the status of the camera system and Chromebooks and Wireless Access Points (WAP) at MRHS.

• Camera System Update
• MRHS Chromebook and WAP Update

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will discuss various operational updates for the water and sewer departments. The meeting includes reviews of daily flows, hydrant flushing, and specific property updates. The board will also address regulatory updates and service line inventories.

• Lead Service Line Inventory
• 2110 Boston Rd update
• 6 Burt Lane update
• Irrigation Meter Replacement Program
• Water and Sewer Regulation updates

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will discuss adding a preschool class and vote on using $67,000 in Circuit Breaker Funds for that purpose. The committee will also review quotes for the MRHS Capital Needs Assessment and consider several policy second readings.

• Vote to approve use of $67,000 of Circuit Breaker Funds for an additional preschool classroom
• Vote on contract for Assistant Superintendent Mr. Osborne
• Discussion and possible vote on MRHS Capital Needs Assessment quotes
• Second reading of policies regarding legal status, mission statement, and tobacco-free rules
• Executive session for strategy sessions regarding nonunion personnel negotiations

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss office budgets, invoices, and warrants. The body is scheduled to review Chapter 61B land applications and various tax abatement requests.

• Chapter 61B land applications
• FY2024 Senior and Veterans work abatements
• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements
• Office budget and invoices

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council is meeting to conduct a review of grant allocations. No other specific agenda items were listed.

• Grant allocation review

Hampden County Regional Retirement Board

The Hampden County Regional Retirement Board will meet to review the 2024 budget and vote on a new three-year contract for the Executive Director and staff. The board will also consider retirement applications, approve various warrants, and review recent injury notices.

• Vote on new 3-year contract for Executive Director and Staff
• Review and vote on 2024 Budget
• Reaffirm $2,800,000.00 transfer from PRIT to Money Market account
• Consider accidental disability applications for Frank Lucia and Stuart Eggleston-Russell
• Vote to reaffirm October 31, 2023 warrants including salary and expenses

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to receive reports from the Director and updates on specific community programs. The body will also vote on the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Dementia Friendly Community update from Katie
• Aging Mastery Program update from Diane
• Director's report

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the policy review schedule. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Policy review schedule

MRHS Capital Planning Subcommitee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Planning Committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on reconfiguration options. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding the Regional Agreement.

• Vote on reconfiguration options
• Regional Agreement discussion

Senior Center Building Committee

The Senior Center Building Committee will meet to review the P&P two-week schedule and a cost update from P3. The committee will also discuss FF&E purchase updates and receive an update from Friends.

• Review of P&P 2 week schedule
• Review of cost update from P3
• FF&E Purchase updates
• Update from Friends

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee will meet to approve the 2023 Town Report Article. Members will also discuss trail maintenance, new kiosks, and updates regarding the Middle School Alton Trail entrance.

• Approval of 2023 Town Report Article
• Update on new kiosks and trail blaze painting
• Middle School Alton Trail entrance discussion
• Trailwork and Sawmill Bench update
• Discussion of logo street signs and new McDonald’s trails

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Playground & Recreation Commission will review submitted bills for field hockey goals and event staffing. The meeting includes discussions on pickleball consulting, health and safety services, and several future facility projects.

• $4,625.11 bill for Pioneer field hockey goal
• $7,500.00 bill for Ed Stokowski (Turkey Day Jamboree Refs)
• Pickleball consulting services at Memorial School
• Future projects including Garvey Fieldhouse mini split and Spec Pond changing rooms
• Discussion of 2023 Assessments and Lifeguard Bonus

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several temporary food establishment permits for local events. The board is also scheduled to discuss ARPA funds, casino grant opportunities, and the 2024 winter meeting schedule.

• Temporary food permits for Cousins Maine Lobster at 2343 Boston Road
• Temporary food permits for Bailey’s Indulgences, Wicked Good Treats, Sweet Babu’s, and 2 Guys Pizza at 500 Main Street
• Discussion of ARPA Funds and Casino Grant Opportunity
• Review of Boards and Commissions vacancies for Finance, Conservation, and Personnel Advisory
• Consideration of a Flag Policy and PLLDF flag request

Broadband Committee

The Broadband Advisory Committee will review updates on the Open Access Provider RFP and the Digital Equity Grant. The body will also discuss the MA Municipal Fiber Grant Program and a proposed state bill regarding 'Dark Money'.

• Open Access Provider RFP update
• Digital Equity Grant update
• MA Municipal Fiber Grant Program update
• Proposed 'Dark Money' Bill (S.2804/H.4628)
• Spectrum contract renewal questions

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two special permits for residential accessory structures. The board will also discuss a potential zoning by-law change to allow used car sales.

• Special permit for a 1,008 square foot detached garage at 5 Vista Road
• Special permit for an accessory apartment addition at 7 Oldwood Road
• Discussion on zoning by-law change for used car sales with Peter Zimmerman and Mark Nowak

MRHS Capital Planning Subcommitee

The subcommittee is meeting to establish its leadership and discuss the general process and needs for Wilbraham and MRHS capital planning. The session includes determining committee makeup and scheduling future meetings.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary/Clerk
• Overview of Wilbraham Capital Planning process and needs
• Overview of MRHS Capital Planning process and needs
• Determination of committee makeup

Select Board

The Select Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 28, 2023, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing regarding entertainment licenses for Dominic John Inc. and discuss infrastructure items including the Devonshire and Stony Hill Road intersection. The board will also review sewer abatements and personnel resignations.

• Public hearing for annual entertainment licenses: Dominic John Inc., 2039 Boston Road
• Discussion on Memorial School Pickleball Courts (Article 97)
• Discussion on Devonshire and Stony Hill Road intersection
• Approval of sewer abatements
• Resignations of Peter Dufresne (Finance Committee) and Atty. Marylou Fabbo (Personnel Advisory Board)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding proposed residential projects and a wetlands evaluation. The body will also review tree removal and emergency certificates for various town properties.

• Notice of Intent for four single family homes at 26V Stirling Drive
• Proposed project discussion for 60 Hollow Road
• Wetlands Evaluation Memo for proposed development at 2407 & 2417 Boston Road
• Tree removal request for 15 Westwood Drive
• Emergency Certificate ratifications for 303 Mountain Road and 2031, 2039 & 2048 Boston Road

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss the expansion of Route 20 Bar and Grille. The body will also review a Business West interview and article and discuss a holiday decoration event.

• Route 20 Bar and Grille expansion
• Business West interview and article review
• Wilbraham holiday decoration event
• Candidates for open position

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is discussing the status of several local markers and the historical status of the Hollister Building. The body is also reviewing updates on the Memorial School and the Underground Tunnel project.

• Budget amount of $300.00
• Signage location for Agricultural Corridor on Main Street
• Historical status determination for Hollister Building
• Pricing for Maple Street Victorian marker sign
• Form B update for Memorial School

HWRSD Planning Committee

The committee will review feedback from recent visits to Barnstable, Dennis Yarmouth, and Monomoy Regional High Schools. Members will also hold a discussion regarding the Regional Agreement.

• Feedback from visits to Barnstable High School, Dennis Yarmouth Regional High School, and Monomoy Regional High School
• Discussion of the Regional Agreement

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review the FY2025 budget process and a community survey draft. The board will also discuss the Brooks Room project and a proposal for NookPods.

• FY2025 Budget Process
• Brooks Room project
• NookPods proposal
• Community Survey Draft
• Statement for Sunday hours

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will discuss various operational updates for the water and sewer departments. Agenda items include infrastructure updates and regulatory reviews.

• Lead Service Line Inventory
• Updates for 2110 Boston Rd
• Update for 6 Burt Lane
• Water and Sewer Regulation updates
• Cross Connection Audit

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will discuss school safety technology upgrades and review updates on a special education program audit. The committee is also scheduled to vote on multiple policy memorandums regarding personnel, purchasing, and administrative procedures.

• Possible vote on School Safety/Technology Upgrade Consultation
• Vote on third reading of various policies including personnel and retirement procedures
• Vote on third reading of Regional School District Purchasing policies
• First reading of new policies including Tobacco-Free Policy and Procurement Requirements
• Approval of a donation from the Class of 2023 for 3 picnic tables at Minnechaug

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit request for a property at 5 Vista Road. The board will also review minutes from the September 14, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for variance to construct a 1,008 sq ft accessory garage at 5 Vista Road within front and side yard setbacks

Hampden County Regional Retirement Board

The Hampden County Regional Retirement Board Advisory Council will meet to accept nominations and elect a new Chair. The incoming Chair will also serve as the council representative to the Retirement Board.

• Election of Advisory Council Chair
• Review and approval of November 2, 2023, meeting minutes

HWRSD Curriculum Subcommittee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Curriculum Subcommittee is meeting to discuss educational programming. The primary agenda item is an update on World Languages from Department Chair Dr. Benedetti.

• World Language update presented by Dr. Benedetti

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss office budgets, invoices, and warrants. The board is also reviewing Chapter 61 and 61B land applications.

• Chapter 61 and 61B land applications
• Office budget and invoices
• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements
• Exemption applications

Personnel Advisory Board

The Personnel Advisory Board will meet to continue reviewing and discussing the town's policies on telecommuting/working from home and social media. IT Director Nathan DeLong is scheduled to attend the meeting.

• Review and discussion of Policy on Telecommuting/Work from Home
• Review and discussion of Social Media Policy

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board is reviewing maintenance needs for family housing windows, porch ceilings at Miles Morgan Court, and parking lot resurfacing. The meeting includes a report on the hiring of a new maintenance man and the availability of the Annual Plan.

• Project #339110: Repaving The Pines front lot, side road, and upper lot with a $55,402.00 budget
• Discussion regarding Community Preservation funds quotes
• Maintenance needs for window replacements in family housing
• Siding requirements for porch ceilings at Miles Morgan Court
• Approval of October 10, 2023 minutes

Scantic Valley Regional Health Trust

The Board will meet to review the October 3, 2023, meeting minutes and receive reports from the Wellness Consultant and Treasurer. The agenda also includes discussions regarding carrier telemedicine options and various vendor reports.

• Approval of October 3, 2023, meeting minutes
• Wellness program report from Marcy Morrison
• Treasurer’s report from Paul Pasterczyk
• Discussion of Carrier Telemedicine Options
• Review of Abacus Annual Report

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several requests regarding single-family homes on Ely Road, Stirling Drive, and Ridge Road. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes and updates on the Red Bridge Hydrodam.

• Request for Determination of Applicability: 5V Ely Road
• Notice of Intent: 26V Stirling Drive (Four Single Family Homes)
• Notice of Intent: 454V Ridge Road
• Red Bridge Hydrodam updates

HWRSD Policy Subcommittee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Policy Subcommittee will discuss and possibly vote to update several policies based on the MASC Reference Manual. These updates cover district legal status, nondiscrimination, and procurement requirements.

• Vote on updates to policies AA (Agreement), AA-1 (Regional School District Legal Status), and AB (The People and Their School District)
• Vote on updates to AC (Nondiscrimination), AC-R (Nondiscrimination Policy Including Harassment and Retaliation), and ACA (Nondiscrimination on The Basis of Sex)
• Vote on updates to AD (Mission Statement) and ADC (Tobacco Free policy)
• Vote to update or adopt policy DJE-I (Regional School District Procurement Requirements)

Planning Board

The Planning Board Subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates to the town's subdivision regulations. The session focuses on a status update and the review of draft revisions.

• Review of draft revisions to Subdivision Regulations

Select Board

The Select Board will sign a 2023-2026 collective bargaining agreement with NEPBA Local 120. The board will also interview three candidates for the Broadband Committee and discuss DPW updates regarding local infrastructure and flooding.

• Signing of NEPBA Local 120 Collective Bargaining Agreement 2023-2026
• DPW updates on Whitford Place Ponds, Devonshire/Stony Hill Road intersection, and Route 20 flooding
• Broadband Committee interviews for Nick Rau, Michael Bell, and Austin Reed
• Discussion of Draft Budget Calendar FY25
• Discussion of Memorial School pickleball courts (Article 97)

Advisory Board of Health

The Advisory Board of Health will meet to discuss a shared service agreement for public health services. The board will also address committee reorganization and a notification regarding the Red Bridge Hydroelectric Station.

• Shared Service Agreement for the Delivery of Public Health Services update from Finn McCool
• Notice of Availability-Release Notification for Red Bridge Hydroelectric Station
• Annual committee reorganization for Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Clerk roles

Community Preservation Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the status of FY2025 applications and projects currently in progress. The agenda includes a review of the FY25 schedule and the protection of recreation property under Article 97.

• Status of FY2025 applications
• Article 97 - Protection of Recreation Property
• Updates on new FY25 projects
• Updates on projects in progress
• Review of FY25 schedule

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to review a special permit for a residential addition and discuss renovations for Wilbraham Monson Academy. The board will also consider a non-subdivision plan for 10 and 12 Old Carriage Drive.

• Public hearing for special permit (SP23-10) for an accessory apartment at 7 Oldwood Road
• Discussion on signage and Gill Chapel/Library renovations (SPA18-02) for Wilbraham Monson Academy
• Review of non-subdivision plan 23-06 for 10 & 12 Old Carriage Drive

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to vote on a new Chair and Vice Chair and reorganize the committee. Members will discuss Technology and Efficiency Fund requests from the Town Clerk and Bylaw Committee.

• Technology and Efficiency Fund Request-Town Clerk
• Technology and Efficiency Fund Request-Bylaw Committee
• Election of new Chair and Vice Chair
• Assignment of liaisons to departments
• Review of HWRSD and MRHS Capital Subcommittee

Senior Center Building Committee

The Senior Center Building Committee will meet to review a two-week schedule and cost updates from P3. The committee will also receive an update from Friends.

• Review of P&P 2 week schedule
• Review of cost update from P3
• Update from Friends

By-Law Study Committee

The Bylaw Study Committee will discuss various proposed amendments to town bylaws, including fees, fines, and stormwater regulations. The committee will also consider using an outside vendor for assistance with committee tasks.

• Potential use of an outside vendor such as General Code
• Review of department head replies regarding fee and fine amendments
• Discussion of DPW/Town Engineer suggested stormwater bylaw amendments
• Proposed bylaws to govern the Bylaw Study Committee
• Discussion of amendment regarding the number of selectmen

Playground & Recreation Commission

The commission will review minutes from the October 5, 2023 meeting and approve several submitted bills. The agenda also includes budget reports and updates from various committees regarding grants and surveys.

• Approval of bills including $11,643.00 to Ski Sundown and $7,750.00 to King Grey
• Review of General Fund and Revolving budget reports
• Discussion regarding Memorial School and Pickleball Outdoor Courts
• Committee report on Community Preservation grant submittal

Select Board

The Select Board will hold an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy and real property matters. The open session includes committee interviews and discussions on the FY25 budget calendar and broadband committee.

• Executive session on collective bargaining for UPSEU Local 424M and IUOE Local 98
• Executive session on Pickleball Court locations and Memorial School use or disposition
• Awarding of Schedule A and FY23 Audit Contract
• Discussion of Draft Budget Calendar FY25
• Technology & Efficiency Fund Request from the Town Clerk’s Office

Broadband Committee

The Broadband Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding a Digital Equity Grant and the MA Broadband Coalition. The body is reviewing budget requests for marketing and the draft of an Open Access Provider RFP.

• Digital Equity Grant update from Eric Weiss of Pioneer Valley Planning Commission
• Review of Open Access Provider RFP draft
• Budget requests for promotional items and rack card/direct mail initiatives
• Status update on broadband webpage/CMS access request

HWRSD School Committee

The committee will review the 2023 Accountability Report, high school food service, and pricing for modulars. Several votes are scheduled regarding student activities accounts and a railing update. The meeting also includes subcommittee reports on various district policies.

• Vote on Student Activities Account Addition
• Vote on WMS Student Activities Account Authorization
• Discussion and possible vote on Railing Update
• Discussion of High School Food Service
• Discussion of pricing for modulars

Hampden County Regional Retirement Board

The Hampden County Regional Retirement Board Advisory Council will meet to review prior meeting minutes and discuss the 2022 audit from Powers and Sullivan. The council will also accept nominations for the election of a new Advisory Council Chair.

• Acceptance of nominations for Advisory Council Chair
• Review of 2022 Audit from Powers and Sullivan
• Approval of January 25, 2022, meeting minutes

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to receive reports from the Director and updates on specific community programs. The body will also vote on the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Dementia Friendly Community update
• Aging Mastery Program update
• Director's report

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council is meeting to review treasurer reports and discuss the recruitment of two new members. The body is also reviewing updates regarding social media, event surveys, and the creation of a new council email address.

• Recruitment of 2 new members
• Discussion of Priorities Statement redraft for Spring 2024
• Review of event surveys and QR code implementation
• Establishment of new email: [email protected]
• Scheduling of voting meeting for December 6, 2023

Regional Emergency Communications Executive Board

The Regional Emergency Communications Executive Board will review the operating budget and the performance of the communications center. The board will also discuss dispatch notification protocols for police officers on details and handling walk-in issues.

• Operating Budget Review
• Performance Review of the Communications Center
• Police dispatch notification protocols for details and walk-in issues
• Hampden FD Radio Programming
• Hampden Fiber Install from HPD to HFD

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct a classification hearing and review exemption applications. The board will also address motor vehicle, trailer, and FY2024 real estate abatements.

• Classification hearing
• Exemption applications
• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements
• FY2024 RE abatement
• Review of invoices and office budget

Hampden County Regional Retirement Board

The Hampden County Regional Retirement Board will meet to approve monthly warrants, including $4,588,409.08 in retirement allowances. The board will also consider several new applications for retirement and accept numerous new member applications from various towns.

• Reaffirm warrants totaling over $4.6 million, including $4,588,409.08 for monthly retirement allowances
• Review transfer of $5,050,000.00 from Money Market to Checking account
• Consider new retirement applications for Elisa A. Sacharczyk, Kenneth Thomas, Brian Donaldson, and Jane Thielen
• Reaffirm $5,000,000.00 transfer from PRIT to Money Market account
• Review notice of injury for Joshua Sterling (Wilbraham Fire)

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct public hearings regarding 2024 tax classifications and a National Grid electronic conduit petition at Deepwood Drive. The board will also discuss the FY25 draft budget calendar and sewer abatements.

• Public Hearing: 2024 Tax Classification
• Public Hearing: National Grid electronic conduit location at Deepwood Drive
• Sewer abatements for 2110 Boston Road and 6 Burt Lane
• DPW hire recommendations for one HEO I and two Skilled Workers
• Joint meeting with Monson Select Board regarding Veterans’ Services

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The Wilbraham Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee met on October 24, 2023, to discuss the next survey for the 2029 Open Space and Recreation Plan. The agenda included updates on new kiosks, trail blazing, and trailwork, as well as a recreation update. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• 2029 OSRP Checkpoint 1: Next Survey
• New Kiosks and Trail Blazing updates
• Trailwork update
• Hunting Signs update
• Back Burner items: Logo Street Signs and New McDonald’s Trails

Select Board

The Wilbraham Select Board is meeting to prepare for and hold the 2023 Special Town Meeting, where warrant articles will be considered. The agenda includes new business, old business, and signing treasury warrants. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.

• 2023 Special Town Meeting preparation
• 2023 Special Town Meeting Warrant
• Sign Treasury Warrants

Finance Committee

The Wilbraham Finance Committee is meeting in person to review and address any items requiring a vote prior to the Special Town Meeting (STM), and to discuss the future meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with an open forum for public comment and no specific items listed for action.

• Open Forum for public comment
• Review and address items requiring a vote prior to STM
• Discussion of future meeting schedule

Advisory Board of Health

This meeting of the Wilbraham Advisory Board of Health was canceled. The agenda had included approval of minutes, annual reorganization, and an update on a shared services agreement for public health services.

• Meeting canceled on 10/19/2023
• Approval of minutes from 05/19/22
• Annual reorganization: Chairman, Vice Chairman, Clerk
• Shared Service Agreement for Public Health Services update by Finn McCool

Broadband Committee

The Wilbraham Broadband Advisory Committee will meet virtually to interview three committee candidates, receive updates on the Digital Equity Grant and the MA Broadband Coalition, and review the draft Open Access Provider RFP and Network Design RFQ. They will also discuss marketing budget requests, including promotional items and a rack card/direct mail initiative, and other administrative items.

• Interviews with committee candidates Michael Bell, Nick Rau, and Austin Reed
• Digital Equity Grant status update
• Open Access Provider RFP draft review
• Network Design RFQ status update
• Marketing budget requests for promotional items and rack card/direct mail

HWRSD School Committee

The School Committee will discuss and vote on soliciting quotes from consultants to assess the capital needs of Minnechaug Regional High School's physical plant and technology. Other updates include a draft calendar discussion and superintendent’s strategic plan update.

• Vote on soliciting consultant quotes for MRHS assessment
• Discussion of HWRSD Calendar 2025-2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wilbraham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold two public hearings on special permit applications for barber-related businesses on Boston Road, followed by approval of prior meeting minutes and other business. The board is deciding whether to grant the permits.

• Public hearing ZBA23-06: special permit for a barber shop at 2803-2805 Boston Road, applicants Matthew Goncalves and Owen Cavanaugh
• Public hearing ZBA23-07: special permit for a barbering school at 2701 Boston Road, applicant Suzanne Hicks
• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2023 meeting

Select Board

The Wilbraham Select Board will meet virtually to consider a bid award for the library roof, a request to amend Sunday liquor sales hours for Dominic John Inc., and several temporary permits for a church fall festival. The agenda also includes routine items like the town administrator's report and citizen forum.

• Library Roof Bid Award
• Request to amend Sunday hours for Dominic John Inc.'s Sec. 12 liquor sales at 2039 Boston Road
• Temporary food permits for Bill Gary's LLC and Mel's Sweet Treats at Wilbraham United Church Fall Festival, 500 Main Street, 10/21/23
• Sign request by Wilbraham Hampden Academic Trust at Springfield Street & Inwood Drive, 10/19-11/4
• Special Town Meeting (old business)

Historical Commission

The Wilbraham Historical Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review active projects including Memorial School and Tinkham Road monument, discuss unfinished business like the underground tunnel project and historical signage, and elect officers. The FY24 budget was approved at $300.00. New member Carol will be welcomed, and the commission will discuss the Hollister Building status and the town's absence from the 2022 State Register of Historic Places.

• FY24 budget approved at $300.00
• Review of Memorial School Form B and Tinkham Road monument
• Discussion of underground tunnel project and historical signage locations
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Wilbraham missing from 2022 State Register of Historic Places

HWRSD Planning Committee

The HWRSD Planning Committee will discuss potential bargainable issues regarding district reorganization. The committee will also discuss ideas to alleviate congestion at Wilbraham Middle School.

• Update on Draft Agreement Timeline
• Discussion of congestion alleviation at Wilbraham Middle School
• Discussion of district reorganization bargaining issues

Library Board of Trustees

The Wilbraham Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss library operations, including Sunday hours, a land acknowledgment statement, and the Brooks Room project. The board will also hear reports from the Library Director, Friends group, and LIFT fundraising account, and review financials and strategic planning.

• Statement for Sunday hours
• Land Acknowledgment discussion
• Brooks Room project
• NookPods proposal
• LIFT account status and future fundraising

Conservation Commission

The Wilbraham Conservation Commission is meeting to follow up on an enforcement order and planting plan at 1 Circle Drive, and to discuss updates on the Red Bridge Hydrodam project. They will also consider a request for a Certificate of Compliance for 2689 Boston Road (DEP File 341-0386) and approve minutes from the September 26, 2023 meeting.

• Enforcement order follow-up at 1 Circle Drive
• Red Bridge Hydrodam project updates
• Certificate of Compliance request for 2689 Boston Road (DEP File 341-0386)
• Approval of September 26, 2023 minutes

HWRSD School Committee

The Policy Subcommittee will discuss the organization of the subcommittee and consider eliminating several outdated policies. The committee will also discuss updating or adopting new draft policies regarding regional school district purchasing and procurement.

• Vote to eliminate ten policies removed from the MASC Reference Manual
• Discussion and possible vote to update/adopt DJ-I Regional School District Purchasing (DRAFT)
• Discussion and possible vote to update/adopt DJA-I Regional School District Purchasing Authority (DRAFT)
• Discussion and possible vote to update/adopt DJE-I Regional School District Procurement Requirements (DRAFT)

Select Board

This Select Board meeting was canceled at approximately 6:15 p.m. on October 16, 2023, due to unforeseen circumstances. The posted agenda included an executive session on collective bargaining and real property (pickleball court locations, potential land donation, Memorial School use), followed by an open session with licensing requests, a contract signing, and various town business items.

• Executive session: collective bargaining strategy with UPSEU Local 424M 1847; real property: pickleball court locations, potential land donation, Memorial School use or disposition
• Rotary Club of Wilbraham–Hampden: holiday tree lighting at Gazebo Park, 480 Main Street, 12/3/23, with sign/banner request and public entertainment license (fee waiver requested)
• Temporary food permits: Bill Gary's LLC (Fall Festival, 500 Main Street, 10/21/23), Berkshire Mountain Gourmet LLC (Holly Fair, 12/9/23), Mel's Sweet Treats (Fall Festival, 10/21/23)
• Wilbraham United Church Holly Fair: overflow parking in Crane Park, Gazebo Park, and one side of Brookmont Drive, 12/9/23
• NEPBA Local 120 contract signing for July 1, 2023–June 30, 2026 (tentative)

Economic Development Committee

The Wilbraham Economic Development Committee is meeting to review past minutes, discuss a Business West interview and article, plan the town's holiday decoration event, and consider candidates for an open position. The agenda is mostly routine business with no major financial or zoning decisions listed.

• Review and discuss Business West interview and article
• Wilbraham holiday decoration event planning
• Candidates for open committee position
• Citizens open forum
• Review past meeting minutes

Board of Water Commissioners

The Wilbraham Board of Water Commissioners met on October 13, 2023, to discuss water department operations, including daily flows, the Golden Nozzle program, and the lead service line inventory. The agenda included a review of water and sewer entry fees for 6 Burt Lane and the auto reader process. No sewer department business was listed, and the meeting concluded with old business and the next meeting date.

• Review of Water/Sewer Entry Fees for 6 Burt Lane
• Discussion of Lead Service Line Inventory
• Review of Daily Flows and Auto Reader Process
• Discussion of Golden Nozzle program
• Review of MWRA Assessment

Community Preservation Committee

The Wilbraham Community Preservation Committee met to review the draft FY25 CPA application and discuss suggested changes. The agenda included updates on new and in-progress projects, as well as a review of the FY25 schedule. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or final decisions were listed in the provided text.

• Review of FY25 CPA Application and discussion of suggested changes
• Updates on new FY25 projects
• Updates on projects in progress
• Review of FY25 Schedule

Planning Board

The Wilbraham Planning Board is meeting to consider an administrative amendment to a special permit for 6 Burt Lane, along with routine reports and updates. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and discuss subdivision regulation amendments.

• Administrative amendment to Special Permit SP21-04 (amendment of SP20-07) for 6 Burt Lane, Center Village
• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2023 and July 19, 2023
• Subdivision regulation amendment project update
• Building Inspector's report
• Citizens Open Forum

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board is reviewing the Executive Director's report regarding staff vacancies and the development of an Annual Plan. Discussion includes potential projects for window replacements, parking lot resurfacing, and porch ceiling repairs.

• Approval of September 12, 2023 minutes
• Maintenance staff vacancy update
• Window replacement quotes for Family housing
• Resurfacing of The Pines parking lot
• Siding repairs for Miles Morgan Court porch ceilings

Personnel Advisory Board

The Wilbraham Personnel Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and continue discussions on the town's telecommuting/work-from-home policy and social media policy, with IT Director Nathan DeLong attending. No new business is listed.

• Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Continued review of Telecommuting/Work from Home Policy
• Continued review of Social Media Policy
• IT Director Nathan DeLong to attend

Broadband Committee

The Wilbraham Broadband Advisory Committee will review the draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for an open access provider and the status of the Network Design RFQ. The meeting includes a status update on the Digital Equity Grant and a request for a marketing budget. The committee will also discuss next steps and timeframes for these projects.

• Review of draft Open Access Provider RFP
• Status update on Network Design RFQ
• Status update on Digital Equity Grant
• Marketing Budget Request
• Review of Bushels Of Fun Fest event

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Playground and Recreation Commission will review recent bills for services and equipment. The meeting includes discussions regarding future projects at Garvey Fieldhouse, Pinney Pavilion, and Spec Pond.

• Approval of CHA bill for $12,600
• Approval of Toby’s Tennis Clinics bill for $3,580.00
• Approval of GMH Fence bill for $7,375.00
• Discussion of mini split installation at Garvey Fieldhouse
• Discussion regarding surplus 2007 Chevy Silverado

Hampden County Regional Retirement Board

The Board will review the 2022 Powers and Sullivan Draft Audit and a new supplementary budget for 2023. The meeting includes votes to reaffirm previous warrants, approve new retirement allowances, and consider several disability benefit requests.

• Review and vote on the Powers and Sullivan 2022 Draft Audit
• Vote to accept a new supplementary budget for January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023
• Reaffirm warrants totaling over $4.4 million in retirement allowances
• Vote to reaffirm a $3,300,000.00 transfer from PRIT to Money Market
• Vote on issuing a subpoena regarding deceased retiree Lisa Squires

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine administrative items including approving prior minutes, invoices, warrants, and correspondence. They will also discuss FY2024 property values and may enter executive session for property tax appeals or negotiations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major public decisions listed.

• Review of FY2024 property values
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Invoices and office budget review
• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements
• Possible executive session for tax appeals

Scantic Valley Regional Health Trust

The Board will meet via remote participation to review various administrative reports. The agenda includes a wellness program report, the treasurer's report, and discussions regarding CY24 Senior Rate renewal.

• Approval of September 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Wellness program report from Marcy Morrison
• CY24 Senior Rate renewal discussion
• Abacus Annual Report review
• Treasurer's report by Paul Pasterczyk

By-Law Study Committee

The committee will discuss potential use of an outside vendor for tasks and review formatting inconsistencies in bylaws. Members will also continue discussions regarding department head replies on fee and fine amendments, including the ice cream truck bylaw.

• Discussion of potential use of outside vendor such as General Code
• Review of amendments to fees and fines (ice cream truck bylaw)
• Discussion of Town Bylaw 606, Impure Water on Town Property
• Discussion of creating bylaws to govern the Committee
• Discussion of amendment regarding the number of selectmen

HWRSD Planning Committee

The committee will review feedback from summer sessions provided by Superintendent Provost. Members will also follow up on financial implementations for reconfiguration and sample eighth grade schedules.

• Discussion of summer session survey results and feedback
• Follow up on financial implementations of reconfiguration
• Review of sample schedules for Eighth Grade
• Discussion of DESE information regarding Regional Agreement

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The Wilbraham Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss several ongoing projects, including new kiosks, trail blaze refurbishment, logo street signs, the Keystone Project, and a disability-access update at Sawmill Pond. The agenda is largely routine updates and planning items, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• New kiosks, trail blaze refurbishment, and logo street signs
• Keystone Project update
• Disability-access at Sawmill Pond update
• Community activities and AllTrails updates
• Next survey and potential new McDonald's trails

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Playground & Recreation Commission will review various bills for approval and receive reports from several committees. The agenda includes discussions regarding the YMCA lease, pickleball courts, and basketball programming.

• Approval of bills including $13,359.78 to TPC (Workman) and $10,250.00 to CHA
• Review of a $12,359.72 Reserve Fund Transfer for a well pump
• Discussion regarding pickleball courts
• Discussion regarding the YMCA lease
• Discussion of surplus equipment including a 2007 Chevy Silverado

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss library hours, including a statement for Sunday hours. The meeting includes reports on FY2023 financials, the Brooks Room project, and the PT Assistant Adult Services Librarian position.

• Discussion regarding Sunday hours and general library hours
• Review of FY2023 financials and fund status
• Brooks Room project update
• Proposal for NookPods
• PT Assistant Adult Services Librarian position report

HWRSD School Committee

The committee will review grant awards for mathematics materials and early literacy. Members will also discuss school committee goals and a draft of the 2024-2025 school year calendar.

• Expanding High-Quality Instructional Mathematics Materials grant
• Evidence-Based Early Literacy grant
• Middle School Soar Program discussion
• Draft HWRSD Calendar for 2024-2025 School Year
• Strategic Plan Update regarding RAPTOR visitor entry technology

Community Preservation Committee

The Wilbraham Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss the FY25 schedule, any new or updated project requests, and changes to the FY25 application process. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific projects or funding amounts listed.

• Discussion of FY25 schedule
• Discussion of any known new project requests
• Discussion of previous project updates
• FY25 application changes
• Next meeting set for Oct. 12, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wilbraham Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to continue a public hearing on a special permit application (ZBA23-04) that would allow a gutter business to operate as a home occupation in a proposed detached accessory building at 23 Pine Drive. The hearing was continued from August 17, 2023. The board will also approve minutes from August 31, 2023, and address any other business.

• Continued public hearing for special permit ZBA23-04 to allow gutter business as home occupation at 23 Pine Drive
• Approval of minutes from August 31, 2023
• Other business not reasonably anticipated at time of posting

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review several bills for payment and receive budget reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding Memorial School options, surplus equipment, and pickleball courts.

• Approval of bills including $13,359.78 to TPC (Workman) and $10,250.00 to CHA
• Review of $12,359.72 Reserve Fund Transfer for a well pump
• Discussion regarding Memorial School options and next steps
• Discussion of surplus equipment including a 2007 Chevy Silverado
• Discussion regarding pickleball courts

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board will review the August 8, 2023 minutes and discuss changing the scheduled time for future meetings. The meeting also includes a vote on the Board Approval and Certification of Wage Match.

• Vote on Board Approval and Certification of Wage Match
• Discussion regarding possible time change to Board Meetings
• Review of August 8, 2023 minutes
• Report on maintenance staff vacancy due to resignation
• Vote on invoices and checks

HWRSD Planning Committee

The committee will discuss the financial implementations of reconfiguration with Assistant Superintendent Mr. Osborne. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding sample schedules for eighth grade presented by Principal Mr. Hale.

• Discussion of financial implementations of reconfiguration
• Discussion of sample schedules for Eighth Grade

Conservation Commission

The Commission decided that no amendment is necessary at this time for the Emergency Certificate issued to Patriot Hydro regarding the Red Bridge Dam. Members received updates on site stabilization and the installation of a temporary coffer dam. An appointment regarding the Whitford/Herrick Place Ponds was postponed.

• Approved August 29, 2023 meeting minutes
• Decided no amendment is necessary for the Patriot Hydro Red Bridge Dam Emergency Certificate
• Postponed appointment with Kathy Petruzzulli regarding Whitford/Herrick Place Ponds

Select Board

The Wilbraham Select Board will hold its regular meeting, deciding on a bid award for municipal cameras, a sewer entry fee waiver request, and hearing updates on the Red Bridge Hydro project. The agenda also includes several consent items, including a special alcohol license, a charitable road race permit, and temporary food establishment permits, plus various old and new business items.

• Bid award for Municipal Cameras
• Request for Senior Center Sewer Entry Fee Waiver
• Red Bridge Hydro Updates
• Special Alcohol License for The Beer Guy LLC at Fountain Park, 883 Tinkham Road on 9/22/23
• Wilbraham Turkey Trot 5-mile road race on 11/23/23

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners approved a new Drought Management plan and decided to invoice the Senior Center for water and sewer entry fees. The Board also authorized a hydrant use fine and signed an agreement for 18 Wilson St.

• Approved new Drought Management plan
• Approved invoicing Senior Center for water and sewer entry fees with a review in March 2024
• Approved sending hydrant use fine invoice for 807 Tinkham Rd
• Signed agreement for 18 Wilson St.
• Unanimously accepted August 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Wilbraham Planning Board will consider draft decisions on three special permit applications: an accessory building at 23 Pine Drive, an accessory apartment at 2 Merrill Road, and a parking lot lighting modification at Lia Toyota on Boston Road. The board will also hear from the Economic Development Committee and receive updates on subdivision regulation amendments.

• Special permit SP23-07: 1,500 sq ft accessory building at 23 Pine Drive (Marcel Verdon)
• Special permit SP23-08: accessory apartment addition at 2 Merrill Road (Francis & Carol Federico)
• Special permit SP23-09: modify parking lot lighting at Lia Toyota, 2145 Boston Road
• Presentation by Michael Mazzuca, Economic Development Committee
• Subdivision regulation amendment project update

The Planning Board approved special permits for an accessory building at 23 Pine Drive, an accessory apartment at 2 Merrill Road, and modified parking lot lighting for Lia Toyota. The board also received a presentation from the Economic Development Committee regarding town center and business attraction projects.

• Approved Special Permit SP23-07 for accessory building at 23 Pine Drive (5-0)
• Approved Special Permit SP23-08 for accessory apartment at 2 Merrill Road (5-0)
• Approved Special Permit SP23-09 for parking lot lighting modifications at 2145 Boston Road (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, invoices, and correspondence. They will review the FY2024 LA-3 form and discuss motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements. The board may enter executive session to discuss property tax appeals and valuations.

• FY 2024 LA-3 review
• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements
• Correspondence regarding Fountain Park
• Invoices and office budget
• Possible executive session for tax appeals

The Board approved preliminary values for submission to the Department of Revenue. They also processed motor vehicle and trailer abatement applications and signed one invoice. The board reviewed documents related to Fountain Park and the FY2024 office budget.

• Approved August 16, 2023 Open Session Minutes (2-0)
• Approved 1 invoice for $7,725.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary FY2024 LA-3 values for DOR submission (Unanimous)
• Approved 24 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatements totaling $1,812.21 (2-0)
• Denied Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatement for Registration # 3BBW44 (2-0)

HWRSD School Committee

The School Committee will discuss budget updates, NEASC accreditation, and vote on capital requests for special town meeting. Other topics include booster club updates and public comment.

• Vote on capital requests for Special Town Meeting
• NEASC Accreditation discussion

Finance Committee

The Wilbraham Finance Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a Technology and Efficiency Fund request from the IT department, articles for a Special Town Meeting warrant, matters related to the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District (HWRSD), and a recreation feasibility study. The agenda also includes an open forum for public comment and setting the future meeting schedule. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda itself.

• Technology and Efficiency Fund request from I.T. department
• Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• HWRSD (Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District) discussion
• Recreation Feasibility Study
• Open Forum for public comment

The Committee approved a fund transfer for staff security training and recommended adding articles to the Special Town Meeting warrant regarding property tax reduction and school funding. No action was taken on the Recreation Feasibility Study.

• Approved $7,730.25 transfer from Technology and Efficiency fund for staff security/phishing training (5-0)
• Recommended adding a warrant article to use Free cash to reduce the property tax rate (5-0)
• Recommended putting HWRSD Articles 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the warrant (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wilbraham Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a site visit at 23 Pine Drive to review an application for a special permit (ZBA23-04) to allow a gutter business to operate as a home occupation in a proposed detached accessory building on the property. The board will meet at the property owned by applicant Marcel Verdon.

• Special permit application ZBA23-04 for home occupation gutter business
• Site visit at 23 Pine Drive, Wilbraham, MA
• Proposed detached accessory building for business use

The Board conducted a site visit at 23 Pine Drive regarding a special permit application for a gutter business. No formal decision was made during this meeting; the Board discussed truck alarms, screening, and the height of a proposed accessory structure.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission ratified an emergency certificate for debris removal and oil mitigation following a power plant collapse. The board also granted several extensions for town engineering projects and issued a certificate of compliance for a residential property.

• Extended Order of Conditions for Town Engineering paving and flood prevention by one year
• Extended Order of Conditions for Federal Lane/Main Street stream area by three years
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 22 Herrick Place (DEP File 341-185)
• Accepted July 25, 2023 meeting minutes as written
• Ratified Emergency Certificate issued August 23, 2023 for Patriot Hydro/Red Bridge Structure
• Issued special conditions for 2689 Boston Road (DEP File 341-0386)

Select Board

The Wilbraham Select Board will hold interviews for four firefighter/EMT positions, consider appointments to several town boards and commissions, and discuss a technology fund request, a parks study, and special town meeting articles. The agenda also includes updates on the Red Bridge Hydro Station and a resignation.

• Technology & Efficiency Fund request by IT Director Nathan DeLong
• Library Trustees recommendation to appoint Charles Clark to fill a vacancy
• CHA Consulting Inc. and Playground and Recreation Commission: Parks & Recreation Dept. at Memorial School Study
• Finance & Capital Planning Committees: Special Town Meeting Articles; HWRSD Agreement
• Firefighter/EMT interviews: Evan Grimes, Hollie Mullane, Christopher Dawson, Nichole O'Donnell

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Board of Selectmen and the Finance Committee. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision, only procedural notice of the joint meeting and remote access details.

• Joint meeting with Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Playground and Recreation Commission may attend a scheduled Board of Selectmen meeting on August 28, 2023. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision by the Commission.

Finance Committee

The Wilbraham Finance Committee is meeting jointly with the Board of Selectmen and the Capital Planning Committee. The main item is a request from the IT Department for funds to cover the implementation and service costs of security/phishing training and simulation for all town staff, with procurement through the ITT72 state contract.

• Technology Efficiency Fund request for cybersecurity training
• Vendor procurement via ITT72 state contract

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees meeting is scheduled for August 28, 2023. A quorum of the Board may attend the concurrent Board of Selectmen meeting.

Broadband Committee

The Wilbraham Broadband Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss status updates on a Digital Equity Grant, committee vacancies and member reappointments, and the MA Broadband Coalition. They will also review draft RFP/RFQ documents for a broadband project and plan next steps, plus discuss marketing efforts including a raffle at the Bushels Of Fun Fest.

• Digital Equity Grant status update
• Committee vacancies and member reappointments, including ethics/conflict of interest training
• RFP/RFQ draft status and next steps
• Bushels Of Fun Fest raffle ticket mock-up and process rules
• Proposed next meeting: September 7, 2023, virtual

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will meet to discuss capital requests for Minnechaug Regional High School and vote on the Student Handbook. The meeting also includes updates on the strategic plan, school safety, and subcommittee reports.

• Discussion and possible vote on MRHS Capital Requests
• Vote on the Student Handbook
• Update on Strategic Plan community meetings and school safety
• Executive session regarding litigation: Kevin Edward Landers v. Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wilbraham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold two public hearings: one for a special permit to operate a gutter business as a home occupation in a detached accessory building at 23 Pine Drive, and another for a variance to build an in-ground pool within the rear yard setback at 13 Devonshire Drive. The board will also discuss potential tree removal at 2039 Boston Road (former Red Robin) and approve minutes from the July 20 meeting.

• Public hearing ZBA23-04: special permit for gutter business at 23 Pine Drive
• Public hearing ZBA23-05: variance for in-ground pool at 13 Devonshire Drive
• Discussion of potential tree removal at 2039 Boston Road
• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2023

The Board granted a rear yard setback variance for a residential pool and approved a site plan modification to remove trees at a commercial property. A special permit request for a home occupation business was continued pending a site visit.

• Approved variance for in-ground pool at 13 Devonshire Drive (3-0)
• Approved removal of large trees at 2039 Boston Road to improve sign visibility
• Scheduled site visit for 23 Pine Drive home occupation request (5-0)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to discuss new business including Fountain Park, review prior meeting minutes, handle invoices, warrants, and Chapter 61A liens, and consider FY2024 property values. The agenda also includes routine administrative items and possible executive sessions for tax appeals and abatements.

• Discussion of Fountain Park
• FY2024 property values
• Chapter 61A lien receipts
• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements
• Real estate abatements

The Board approved the median assessment/sales ratio for FY2024 and authorized various tax warrants and liens. They also processed motor vehicle and real estate abatement requests. One real estate abatement was granted and one motor vehicle abatement was denied.

• Set median ASR of 97% for FY2024
• Approved July 19, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Signed Commitment 04 Excise tax warrant (Unanimous)
• Signed 1 Chapter 61A lien (Unanimous)
• Approved 24 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatements totaling $2,554.40 (3-0)
• Denied Motor Vehicle Abatement for Bill #2891 (3-0)
• Approved Real Estate Abatement for 23V Cooley Dr for $23.38 (2-1)

Planning Board

The Board granted administrative approval for electric bus charging stations at 2045 Boston Road. It also authorized draft decisions for three special permits regarding an accessory building, an accessory apartment, and parking lot lighting.

• Approved administrative modification for electric bus charging stations at 2045 Boston Road (5-0)
• Authorized draft approval with conditions for accessory building at 23 Pine Drive (5-0)
• Authorized draft approval with conditions for accessory apartment at 2 Merrill Road (5-0)
• Authorized draft approval with conditions for parking lot lighting at Lia Toyota (5-0)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on Zoning By-Law amendments regarding 'Select Board' and child care/flood plain districts (5-0)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Wilbraham Board of Water Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several water and sewer department items. Topics include a drought management plan update, water entry fee methodology, and grant applications for lead service inventory and drinking water assets. The agenda also includes appointments and daily flow reports.

• Appointment at 18 Wilson St.
• Drought Management Plan Update
• Water Entry Fees Methodology
• Lead Service Inventory Grant
• Water/Sewer Entry Fees for 6 Burt Lane

The Board approved a meter reading adjustment for a resident overbilled for 6.5 years and granted a water abatement to The Woods for hydrant usage. Commissioners also signed various hardship abatements and discussed a $260,000 grant application for water system assessment.

• Approved adjustment of meter readings for 18 Wilson St. (unanimous)
• Approved water abatement for The Woods regarding 30,000 gallons of hydrant usage
• Signed hardship/abatement requests
• Accepted July 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

By-Law Study Committee

The Bylaw Study Committee will discuss formatting inconsistencies in town bylaws and the possible use of an outside vendor like General Code. The committee will also review replies from department heads regarding proposed amendments to fees and fines.

• Discussion of potential use of outside vendor for committee tasks
• Review of Section 508 of Town Bylaw – Industrial Development Financing Authority
• Discussion of Potential Residential Homestay Bylaw
• Review of proposed amendments to traffic and ice cream truck bylaw fees and fines
• Discussion regarding the creation of bylaws to govern the Committee

The committee approved a motion to request a formal quote from General Code for bylaw codification. Members discussed potential revisions to bylaws regarding industrial development, short-term rentals, and marijuana delivery.

• Approved minutes from 7/26/23 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to request formal quote from General Code (unanimous)

Senior Center Building Committee

The Senior Center Building Committee is meeting to review the project's two-week schedule, cost updates from P3, water/sewer/disposal items, furniture and equipment updates, and an update from the Friends group. The agenda is primarily a progress review with no major decisions listed.

• Review cost update from P3
• Review water, sewer, and disposal items
• FF&E (furniture, fixtures, and equipment) updates
• Update from Friends group

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board will review the July 11, 2023 minutes and approve invoices and checks. The Executive Director will report on completed recertifications and full occupancy levels.

• Approval of July 11, 2023 minutes
• Discussion regarding possible changes to Board Meeting times
• Vote on invoices and checks
• Review of Treasurer's Report

Select Board

The Wilbraham Board of Selectmen will hold an executive session to discuss personnel and collective bargaining, followed by an open session with interviews for the Board of Fire Commissioners, consent agenda items for temporary food and alcohol permits, and discussions on old and new business including a possible 2023 Special Town Meeting, a food truck policy, and appointments.

• Interviews for Board of Fire Commissioners: David Bourcier, Carolyn Brennan, David Ervin
• Temporary food permits for Sugar Mama Bakery and Tony's Happy Valley Pizza at Fern Valley Farms, 1331 Tinkham Road
• Special alcohol license for Iron Duke Brewing at Fountain Park, 883 Tinkham Road for Knights of Columbus car show
• Consideration of 2023 Special Town Meeting
• Appointment of Special Police Officer and Part Time Dispatchers

Planning Board

The Wilbraham Planning Board subcommittee is meeting to discuss updates to the Subdivision Regulations, focusing on Sections 1-4 and a report from Tighe & Bond. The meeting is an initial discussion to outline next steps and project timeline.

• Discussion of Sections 1-4 of the Subdivision Regulations
• Review of Tighe & Bond Report
• Schedule next meeting

Broadband Committee

The Wilbraham Broadband Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive status updates on the Digital Equity Grant, committee vacancies and reappointments, and the Memorial School project. They will also discuss draft RFP/RFQ documents and next steps for the broadband project, and review marketing plans for the Bushels Of Fun Fest, including a raffle ticket mock-up and logistics.

• Digital Equity Grant status update
• Committee vacancies and member reappointments
• Memorial School update
• RFP/RFQ drafts and next steps
• Bushels Of Fun Fest raffle ticket mock-up and logistics

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will review FY23 and FY24 General Fund Budget Reports. The committee also plans to vote on the 2023-2024 meeting schedule.

• FY23 General Fund Budget Report
• FY24 General Fund Budget Report
• Vote on 2023-2024 School Committee meeting schedule
• Executive session regarding litigation: Kevin Edward Landers v. Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging is holding a routine meeting with standard procedural items: approving prior minutes, a director's report, and setting the next meeting date. The agenda also includes updates on the Dementia Friendly Community initiative and the status of a bylaws amendment.

• Vote to approve minutes of previous meetings
• Director's report
• Dementia Friendly Community update
• Bylaws Amendment status
• Set next meeting date

Cultural Council

The Wilbraham Cultural Council met on August 2, 2023, to discuss administrative matters. The agenda included a treasurer's report, recruitment of new council members, and a review of local priorities. The body also reviewed the Mass Cultural Council website and the grant cycle calendar.

• Treasurer's Report
• Council member recruitment
• Review of LCC priorities/goals
• Mass Cultural Council Website Review
• Grant Cycle Calendar

The Cultural Council approved the minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting. Members were tasked with drafting recommendations for council priorities by August 18. The council also planned administrative updates and grant promotion activities for September and October.

• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Playground & Recreation Commission will review previous meeting minutes and approve several submitted bills. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding the Memorial School Study by CHA.

• Approval of T-Mobile bill for $97.67
• Approval of two CHA bills totaling $28,150.00
• Approval of Will Nickerson bill for $4,480.00
• Memorial School Study presentation by CHA

The Commission approved the June 2023 meeting minutes and four bills for payment. Members received an in-depth presentation from CHA regarding the Memorial School Study.

• Approved June 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved T-Mobile bill for $97.67
• Approved CHA bill for $10,250.00
• Approved CHA bill for $17,900.00
• Approved Will Nickerson bill for $4,480.00

Select Board

The Wilbraham Board of Selectmen will meet jointly with the Hampden Selectboard to discuss regional topics including dispatch, a veterans district, public health, and the HWRSD agreement. They will also consider a request from the Wilbraham Nature and Cultural Center to amend permits for the Summer Concert Series, moving the date from July 27 to August 3, 2023, along with related food and alcohol permits.

• Regional dispatch discussion re: Belchertown joining REEC
• Forming a Veterans District with Hampden and Monson
• Shared Public Health District discussion
• HWRSD Agreement discussion
• Amend permits for Summer Concert Series to 8/3/2023, including food and alcohol permits

Broadband Committee

The Wilbraham Broadband Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive status updates on the Digital Equity Grant, committee vacancies and reappointments, and the Memorial School update. They will also discuss draft RFP/RFQ documents and next steps for the broadband project, as well as marketing plans for the Bushels Of Fun Fest, including a raffle ticket mock-up and logistics.

• Digital Equity Grant status update
• Committee vacancies and member reappointments
• Memorial School update
• RFP/RFQ drafts and next steps
• Bushels Of Fun Fest raffle ticket mock-up and staffing

The meeting scheduled for July 27, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions were made.

By-Law Study Committee

The Bylaw Study Committee will discuss using an outside vendor for committee tasks and reviewing formatting inconsistencies in town bylaws. The meeting also includes discussions regarding industrial development financing, annual town meeting scheduling, and potential revisions to traffic and ice cream truck bylaws.

• Potential use of outside vendor such as General Code
• Discussion of Residential Homestay (Airbnb, HomeAway, etc.) Bylaw
• Review of Section 508 regarding Industrial Development Financing Authority
• Proposed amendments to fees and fines for traffic and ice cream truck bylaws
• Discussion of creating bylaws to govern the Committee itself

Conservation Commission

The Wilbraham Conservation Commission is meeting to hold public hearings on a beach restoration project at 2689 Boston Rd and a utility pole placement request on Crane Hill Rd/Glendale Rd. They will also discuss tree removal requests, an update on Green Acres Fruit Farm land clearing, and an Order of Conditions for 337 Maynard Road.

• Public hearing: Notice of Intent for beach restoration at 2689 Boston Rd (applicant Thomas Kennedy)
• Public hearing: Request for Determination of Applicability for utility pole placement at Crane Hill Rd/Glendale Rd (MA Electric Company)
• Tree removal requests at 4 Mill Brook Circle, 29 Mill Brook Drive, and 15 Westwood Drive
• Update on Green Acres Fruit Farm land clearing
• Order of Conditions for 337 Maynard Road

The Commission issued an Order of Conditions for a beach restoration project at 2689 Boston Road and granted exemptions for a utility pole replacement project. Several requests for tree removals on private property were approved, and special conditions for a garage and septic project were authorized.

• Approved Order of Conditions for beach restoration at 2689 Boston Road (4-0)
• Issued Negative #5 and Negative #6 exemptions for Crane Hill/Glendale Road utility pole project (4-0)
• Approved special conditions for garage addition and septic replacement at 337 Maynard Road (4-0)
• Approved removal of one maple tree and stump at 4 Mill Brook Circle (4-0)
• Approved removal of one dead/fallen willow tree at 29 Mill Brook Drive (4-0)
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Wilbraham Economic Development Committee is meeting to review past minutes, hear citizen input, and discuss old business including used car sales zoning, Living Local 413, and ARPA funds distribution. They will also plan future guest speakers and meeting dates.

• Used car sales zoning discussion
• Living Local 413
• ARPA funds distribution
• Citizens open forum

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will conduct annual reorganization, including voting on officers, subcommittee assignments, and the meeting schedule. The committee will also consider changing the preschool start date and authorizing student activity accounts.

• Election of Chair, Officers, and Subcommittee Assignments
• Vote to change Preschool start date to September 11, 2023
• Vote on Student Activity Account Authorization for 2023-24
• Discussion regarding Booster Club
• Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining strategy regarding Appendix B Stipends

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wilbraham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special permit application (ZBA23-03) to allow motor vehicle repair services in an enclosed building on property owned by Railroad Ave Realty Nom Trust, located at 3 Railroad Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the May 18, 2023 meeting and address any other business that arises.

• Public hearing on special permit ZBA23-03 for motor vehicle repair services at 3 Railroad Avenue
• Property owner: Railroad Ave Realty Nom Trust, Peter Zimmerman
• Approval of minutes from May 18, 2023 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted a special permit to Peter Zimmerman to operate a classic automobile repair business. The approved permit specifies operating hours from Monday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Approved special permit for motor vehicle repair services at 3 Railroad Avenue (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the May 18, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting for routine administrative business, including approving prior minutes, reviewing invoices and the office budget, and handling Chapter 61 lien releases. They will also consider motor vehicle and property tax abatements, and may enter executive session to discuss pending tax appeals or property valuations.

• Chapter 61 lien release review
• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements
• Personal property and real estate abatements
• Invoices and office budget review
• Executive session for tax appeals and valuations

The Board of Assessors approved several motor vehicle, personal property, and real estate tax abatements. The board also signed one invoice for $600.00 and one Chapter 61 lien release.

• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $600.00 invoice (Unanimous)
• Approved 1 Chapter 61 lien release (Unanimous)
• Approved 31 2023 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatements totaling $3,148.20 (3-0)
• Approved 1 2021 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatement for $99.35 (3-0)
• Denied 2022 Motor Vehicle Abatement Bill #1761 (3-0)
• Approved FY23 PP Abatement #6 for $317.90 (3-0)
• Approved FY24 preliminary RE and PP Abatements for 2341 Boston Rd, 740 Ridge Rd, 304V Stony Hill Rd, and 404V Stony Hill Rd (3-0)

Planning Board

The Wilbraham Planning Board will review a proposed home at 580 Ridge Road and a nonsubdivision plan at 46 Monson Road. The board will also discuss zoning by-law amendments regarding battery energy storage systems and administrative corrections. Additionally, the Planning Director will provide updates on the subdivision regulation amendment project.

• Review of proposed home at 580 Ridge Road (Michael Pietras)
• Review of Nonsub Plan 23-04 at 46 Monson Road (Jeffrey M. Lotterer & Paul V. Lotterer)
• Discussion of zoning by-law amendments for Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Discussion of housekeeping amendments to zoning by-laws
• Update on Subdivision Regulation Amendment Project

Planning Board

The Board approved a Ridgeline & Hillside site review for a home at 580 Ridge Road with specific tree-clearing restrictions. Two non-subdivision plans to combine land parcels were also approved. The Board discussed battery energy storage bylaws but deferred action due to insufficient information.

• Approved March 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Ridgeline & Hillside site review for 580 Ridge Road with tree-clearing conditions (4-0)
• Approved Nonsub Plan 23-05 for 580 & 592 Ridge Road (4-0)
• Approved Nonsub Plan 23-04 for 46 Monson Road (4-0)
• Tabled Battery Energy Storage Systems bylaw due to open questions
• Approved housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-Laws for public hearing on August 16, 2023

Board of Water Commissioners

The Wilbraham Board of Water Commissioners met to discuss water and sewer department operations. The agenda included reviewing the budget, water conservation efforts, and lead service inventory grants. Specific items addressed water entry fees for 6 Burt Lane and system improvements, though the document does not list specific dollar amounts or final decisions.

• Review of Water Entry Fees
• Discussion of Water/Sewer Entry Fees for 6 Burt Lane
• Review of Water System Improvements
• Discussion of Lead Service Inventory Grant
• Review of Water Department Budget

The Board established two buy-in options for Golden Nozzle based on daily gallon usage and required compliance with drought plans. The Board also approved fee waivers for several accounts and accepted payment extensions.

• Approved waiver of Demand and Interest fees for 9 accounts
• Accepted 4 payment extensions
• Approved waiver of Demand and Interest fees for 2 years for owner of 18 Wilson St.
• Decided to offer Golden Nozzle buy-in options at 18,300 gpd or 8,250 gpd (with 3,835 gpd credit)
• Unanimously accepted June 9, 2023 meeting minutes

Broadband Committee

The Wilbraham Broadband Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss updates on the Digital Equity Grant, open committee seats, and the status of the broadband project. They will review RFP/RFQ drafts, hear vendor presentations, and define next steps and timelines. The meeting includes a citizen's open forum.

• Digital Equity Grant status update
• Open committee seats status update
• RFP/RFQ drafts review
• Vendor presentations and Q&A
• Next meeting scheduled for July 27, 2023

Finance Committee

The Wilbraham Finance Committee will discuss end-of-year transfers and specific reserve fund transfers for the Spec Pond Recreational Complex. The meeting is remote-only and includes a discussion on HWRSD. No specific dollar amounts or detailed project descriptions are provided in the agenda.

• End of Year Transfers
• Reserve Fund Transfer: Recreation Pumping Station at Spec Pond Recreational Complex
• Reserve Fund Transfer: Recreation Well Pump at Spec Pond Recreational Complex
• HWRSD discussion

The Committee approved two reserve fund transfers for pump replacements at the Spec Pond Recreational Complex. Members also approved a series of end-of-year transfers from the salary pool and reserve funds to various town departments and services.

• Approved $12,359.72 reserve fund transfer for Spec Pond well pump repair (6-1-0)
• Approved $2,400 reserve fund transfer for Spec Pond sewer pump replacement (6-1-0)
• Approved $66,450 in transfers from salary pool to 15 different town departments (6-0)
• Approved $14,500 transfer from Accounting to Professional services (6-0)
• Approved $23,550 transfer from Fuel & Oil to Snow Removal (6-0)
• Approved $5,550 transfer from TeleComm to Emp Benefits/Indemnification (6-0)
• Approved $640 transfer from Other Supplies to Printing/Copying (6-0)
• Approved $140,000 reserve fund transfer to Grounds & Building Maintenance (6-0)

Senior Center Building Committee

The Wilbraham Senior Center Building Committee is meeting to review the two-week construction schedule, receive updates from the project team (P3), discuss furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), and hear from the Friends group. The agenda is largely procedural, with votes to approve prior meeting minutes and routine project updates.

• Vote to approve minutes of previous meetings
• Review of P&P 2 week schedule
• Update from P3
• FF&E Updates
• Update from Friends

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board will review the June 13, 2023 minutes and receive an Executive Director's report regarding MMC recertifications and a scheduled PMR. The meeting includes votes on the certificate of substantial completion and final payment for the roof replacement project at The Pines.

• Vote on Certificate of Substantial Completion for Project #339092 (Roof Replacement at the Pines)
• Vote on Application and Certificate for Payment for Project #339092
• Review of 40 recertifications for MMC
• Approval of invoices and checks

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several temporary food establishment permits and a charitable event notice. The meeting includes public hearings regarding National Grid pole locations and interviews for municipal positions.

• Temporary Food Establishment Permits for Kona Ice of Manchester and Batch Inc.
• Seasonal Food Establishment Permit amendment for Rocka Docka, LLC
• Public Hearing: National Grid petition for pole and wire locations on Glendale Road
• Public Hearing: National Grid and Verizon New England, Inc. petition for joint pole locations on Crane Hill Road
• End of Year Transfers: Two Reserve Fund transfers from Parks & Recreation Department

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding accessory building size exceptions at 25 Bennett Road and 23 Pine Drive. The board will also continue a discussion on modifying a prior special permit for a solar energy system at 285 Three Rivers Road.

• Special Permit (SP23-06): 1,536 square foot accessory building at 25 Bennett Road
• Special Permit (SP23-07): 1,500 square foot accessory building at 23 Pine Drive
• Special Permit (SP23-05): Solar energy system modifications at 285 Three Rivers Road
• Administrative Amendment (SP23-04): Lighting modifications at Lia Toyota of Wilbraham, 2145 Boston Road
• DLTA subdivision regulation grant discussion

The Board granted a special permit for a 1,536 square foot accessory building at 25 Bennett Road. A request for a garage at 23 Pine Drive was continued pending a home occupation ruling from the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Board also reviewed modifications for a solar energy system at 285 Three Rivers Road.

• Approved Special Permit SP23-06 for a 1,536 sq ft accessory building at 25 Bennett Road (5-0)
• Continued Special Permit SP23-07 for a 1,500 sq ft accessory building at 23 Pine Drive to August 16, 2023 (5-0)

By-Law Study Committee

The Bylaw Study Committee is reviewing various town bylaws, including industrial development financing and residential homestay regulations. The committee is also discussing updates to fees and fines for specific offenses and the potential use of an outside vendor.

• Discussion of Section 508 regarding Industrial Development Financing Authority
• Discussion of Potential Residential Homestay Bylaw
• Review of revisions to bylaws including amendment of fees and fines
• Discussion of potential use of outside vendor such as General Code

The committee approved amendments regarding minors' possession of alcohol and door-to-door salesman fees. Discussions were held on ice cream truck regulations and the potential use of an outside vendor for general code tasks. Several items, including residential homestay bylaws, were tabled.

• Approved minutes from 6/7/23 as amended (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol possession by minors amendment as item 641 (unanimous)
• Approved Section 40 Door to Door Salesman amendment as item 640.e (unanimous)
• Tabled Residential Homestay (Air bnb, HomeAway) bylaw
• Tabled Section 201 Annual Town Meeting Scheduling

Conservation Commission

The Wilbraham Conservation Commission is meeting to hold public hearings on two items: a modification to an approved ground-mount solar project at 285 Three Rivers Road and a continued Notice of Intent for a garage addition and septic repair at 337 Maynard Rd. The commission will also discuss meeting minutes, an annual renewal for the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions, and a tree removal request at 6 Decorie Drive.

• Public hearing: modification to approved ground mount solar project at 285 Three Rivers Road
• Public hearing (continued): garage addition and septic repair at 337 Maynard Rd by SZF Properties, LLC
• Tree removal request at 6 Decorie Drive
• Annual renewal of MACC membership

The Commission issued an Order of Conditions for a garage and septic project at 337 Maynard Road and approved a tree removal request at 6 Decorie Drive. It also determined that modifications to a solar project at 285 Three Rivers Road do not require a Notice of Intent.

• Closed public hearing and issued Order of Conditions for 337 Maynard Road garage and septic repair (4-0)
• Determined minor modifications to 285 Three Rivers Rd solar equipment pad do not require Notice of Intent (4-0)
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes as written (4-0)
• Approved $673.00 MACC membership renewal for fiscal year 24 (4-0)
• Approved request to cut three trees at 6 Decorie Drive (4-0)

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The committee will discuss various updates regarding local open space and recreation projects. Topics include the Keystone Project, trail refurbishment, and disability access at Sawmill Pond.

• Keystone Project update
• Plan for new kiosks, signs, and trail refurbishment
• Disability-access update at Sawmill Pond
• Community activities update
• Recreation/Scout updates

The committee accepted the minutes from the May 30 meeting. Members discussed upcoming trail refurbishments, disability access at Sawmill Pond, and the cancellation of several spring community activities.

• Approved May 30 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Rescheduled October meeting to October 24
• Tabled discussion of next OSRP public input source until fall
• Cancelled Pareidolia hike

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will meet to discuss a student fees increase and decide whether to use capital stabilization funds for a railing project. The committee will also consider participating in a classroom teacher rubric update pilot program.

• Vote on student fees increase
• Vote to use capital stabilization funds for a railing project
• Vote on participation in Classroom Teacher Rubric Update Pilot
• Discussion regarding Booster Club
• Review of Melanson Audit

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will conduct an executive session regarding personnel negotiations and real property. The open session includes a public hearing for National Grid, various food and entertainment license applications, and several interviews.

• Public Hearing: National Grid petition for electrical conduit at Briar Cliff Drive
• Licensing: Knights of Columbus Council 10195 car show at 883 Tinkham Road
• Licensing: Manuel Amusements LLC 'Wilbraham Days Carnival' at 5 Post Office Park
• Interviews: Finance Committee candidates and Police Officer Kyle Kalin
• DPW updates regarding Cottage Ave Bridge and Household Hazardous Waste Day

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will conduct an open meeting to review prior minutes, office budget invoices, and warrants to collect. The agenda also includes discussions regarding motor vehicle/trailer excise abatements and personal property abatements.

• Review of prior meeting minutes
• Invoices and office budget review
• Assessors warrants to collect
• Chapter 61 lien discussion
• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements

The Board approved preliminary FY2024 warrants for real estate, CPA, and personal property. Members also approved several tax abatements for uncollectible personal property and motor vehicle excise taxes. Some motor vehicle abatement applications were denied based on registration status.

• Approved FY2024 Preliminary Real Estate warrant for $20,813,568.40 (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2024 Preliminary CPA warrant for $235,129.60 (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2024 Preliminary PP warrant for $636,034.09 (Unanimous)
• Approved abatement of FY2017 and FY2018 uncollectible personal property taxes (3-0)
• Approved abatement of 2017 and 2018 uncollectible motor vehicle excise taxes (3-0)
• Approved 26 motor vehicle and trailer abatements totaling $4,640.65 (2-0)
• Denied 3 motor vehicle and trailer abatements for Levy 2023 due to registration status (3-0)
• Approved apportionment for 1SV Hollow Road (Unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee will review a sample agreement and vote on establishing a letter of acceptance as a standard operating procedure. Members will also review outstanding CPA projects and address remaining action items.

• Vote on Letter of Acceptance standard operating procedure
• Review of outstanding CPA projects

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review updated bylaws and policies during this meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Library Director appointment and the FY2024 budget.

• Updated Bylaws
• Library Director Appointment
• FY2024 Budget
• Brooks Room project
• Classification and Compensation Study

The Board re-appointed Karen Ball as Library Director for three years, contingent upon an Action Plan and progress goals. The Board also elected its officers and established a regular meeting schedule.

• Re-appointed Karen Ball as Library Director for a 3-year term (5-1)
• Elected Linda Dagradi as Chair, Karen Grycel as Treasurer, and Christine Goonan as Secretary (unanimous)
• Scheduled meetings for the third Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes as presented (unanimous)

HWRSD Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will discuss revised building reconfigurations and feedback from special education leaders, PTOs, and school councils. The meeting may also address a regional agreement.

• Discuss Revised Building Reconfiguration
• Feedback from Special Education Leaders, PTOs, and School Councils
• Regional Agreement

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will review an equity audit presentation and introduce a new DEI Coordinator. The committee is also scheduled to vote on increasing the use of school choice funds and discuss potential increases to athletic fees.

• Vote to increase the use of School Choice Funds
• Discussion and possible vote on Athletic Fees Increase
• Presentation of the MASS Insight Equity Audit
• Introduction of Vonetta Lightfoot, DEI Coordinator for LPVEC
• Executive session regarding FY24 wage adjustments for nonunion personnel

Senior Center Building Committee

The Wilbraham Senior Center Building Committee is meeting to vote on awarding an IT bid. The agenda includes a call to order, the vote on the IT bid, and adjournment.

• Vote to award IT bid

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board will review the May 9, 2023 minutes and receive an update on the completed roof replacement at The Pines Old School. The meeting includes a vote on new income limits for admission to state-aided public housing.

• Vote on revised income limits for State-Aided Public Housing
• Report on completed roof replacement at The Pines Old School
• Approval of invoices and checks
• Review of Treasurer's Report

Scantic Valley Regional Health Trust

The Board will meet virtually to review wellness program and vendor reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding Learn to Live and My Telemedicine/PinnacleCare, as well as a review of financial and reinsurance reports.

• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Wellness program report from Marcy Morrison
• Treasurer’s report from Paul Pasterczyk
• GBS financial, reinsurance, and Stop Loss Renewal reports
• Good Health Gateway Report

Personnel Advisory Board

The Personnel Advisory Board is continuing its review of several staff policies. Discussion includes updates to the Personnel Board Policies Handbook, telecommuting, and social media usage.

• Review of Personnel Board Policies Handbook
• Discussion of Telecommuting/Work from Home Policy
• Discussion of Social Media Policy
• Setting of meeting schedule

The board voted to ask the Board of Selectmen to have labor counsel review three groups of town policies. Members discussed drafts for remote work and social media policies, noting a need for further input from the IT Director. The board also established a meeting schedule for the remainder of the year.

• Approved minutes of the last meeting (3-0)
• Approved request for Board of Selectmen to have labor counsel review all three policy groups (3-0)
• Set next meeting dates for September 19, October 10, and November 14, 2023
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review a solar project modification at 285 Three Rivers Road and a garage addition/septic repair at 337 Maynard Rd. Other business includes discussions regarding nature preserves, trail maintenance, and a vote on 2023 deer hunting permits.

• Modification to approved Ground Mount Solar Project at 285 Three Rivers Road
• Notice of Intent for SZF Properties, LLC garage addition/septic repair at 337 Maynard Rd
• Request for Determination of Applicability for Eversource Gas of MA gas main on Main Street
• Vote on 2023 Deer Hunting Permits
• Discussion of CPA Application for Sawmill Pond Accessible Trail

The Conservation Commission granted conservation restrictions for the McDonald Nature Preserve Expansion and Gleason Conservation Area. It also approved up to $6,000 for Thayer Brook Trail improvements and authorized bow hunting on nine town-owned parcels.

• Approved Conservation Restriction for McDonald Nature Preserve Expansion (4-0)
• Approved Conservation Restriction for Gleason Conservation Area (4-0)
• Approved up to $6,000 for Thayer Brook Trail improvements (4-0)
• Authorized bow hunting only on 9 parcels of Town owned land (4-0)
• Issued Negative #3 and Positive #5 for Eversource Gas main on Main St (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized 12” filter sock and silt fence for 975 Stony Hill Road (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for 337 Maynard Road until June 27, 2023 (4-0)
• Tabled 285 Three Rivers Rd ground mount solar modification

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will hold an executive session to discuss personnel negotiations and real property matters. The open session includes a consent agenda for several food establishment, entertainment, and signage requests.

• Executive session: Non-union personnel classification/compensation appeals and Police Chief contract
• Executive session: Country Club of Wilbraham lease amendment and National Grid easement for Senior Center
• Wilbraham Carnival event permits at 5 Post Office Park
• Peach Blossom Festival food establishment permits at 423 Main Street
• LAND Grant conservation restrictions signature

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to run a recount for a Board of Selectmen seat. This is the single item on the agenda.

• Recount for the Board of Selectmen seat

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will conduct routine water and sewer department business. Discussion items include daily flows, budget matters, water conservation, and shutoff notices.

• Water Department Business: Daily Flows, Budget, Demand Bills, and Water Conservation
• Water Department Business: Shutoff notices, Golden Nozzle Water Usage, and Consecutive Water Agreement
• Water Department Business: Water Entry Fees and Lead Service Inventory Grant
• Sewer Department Business: Abatements

The Board unanimously accepted the minutes from the May 12, 2023 meeting. Other business consisted of departmental updates regarding water flows, billing, and infrastructure maintenance.

• Accepted May 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Broadband Committee

The committee will discuss project status and next steps with Jeff Christensen of EntryPoint Networks. The agenda also includes a promotional fund update and an update on the official town/committee website.

• Project status and direction discussion with Jeff Christensen, EntryPoint Networks
• Promotional/Marketing fund update
• Official Town/Committee website/page update
• MA Broadband Coalition MBI Digital Equity Summit on 6/13/23

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding a large-scale ground-mounted solar energy system at 285 Three Rivers Road. The meeting also includes discussions on sidewalk requirements for Cedar Ridge Park and a bond release for the Cooley Drive extension.

• Special Permit (SP23-05) modification for solar energy system at 285 Three Rivers Road
• Cedar Ridge Park (SP21-03) sidewalk requirement discussion
• Cooley Drive extension bond release
• Non-subdivision (NONSUB 23-03) for 49V & 51-53 Bartlett Avenue

The Board granted a one-year extension for a solar energy system at 285 Three Rivers Road and approved a non-subdivision plan for lots on Bartlett Avenue. A public hearing for further modifications to the solar project was continued to June 28, 2023.

• Approved Special Permit SP23-05 for a one-year extension to complete work at 285 Three Rivers Road (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for solar project modifications at 285 Three Rivers Road to June 28, 2023 (5-0)
• Certified completion of Cooley Drive Extension subdivision and released $26,310 performance security (5-0)
• Approved Nonsub Plan 23-03 for 49 & 51-53 Bartlett Avenue (4-0; 1 present)
• Approved posting the Planning Board Associate Member position for new applicants (5-0)

By-Law Study Committee

The committee will discuss various updates to town bylaws, including industrial development financing and residential homestays. Members will also review feedback from department heads regarding fee and fine amendments.

• Discussion of Section 508: Industrial Development Financing Authority
• Discussion of Potential Residential Homestay Bylaw
• Review of revisions to fees and fines for alcohol, traffic, ice cream trucks, and pawn shops
• Discussion of potential use of outside vendor such as General Code
• Discussion regarding creation of bylaws to govern the Committee

The committee approved a wording change to the Town Clerk's role to designate them as an ex-officio adviser. Members assigned research tasks regarding industrial financing, ice cream trucks, and alcohol possession bylaws, while tabling discussions on residential homestays and town meeting scheduling.

• Approved May 10, 2023 minutes as published (unanimous)
• Approved change to Town Clerk role to 'ex-officio adviser to the Bylaw Study Committee' (unanimous)
• Tabled residential homestay bylaw discussion
• Tabled Annual Town Meeting and Election scheduling discussion

Senior Center Building Committee

The Senior Center Building Committee is meeting to review the two-week construction schedule, receive updates from the project manager (P3), discuss furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), and hear from the Friends group. The agenda is largely routine project oversight with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of P&P 2-week schedule
• Update from P3 (project manager)
• FF&E updates
• Update from Friends group

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review several submitted bills for memorial studies, turf services, and athletic clinics. The meeting includes updates on state funding requests for the cottage street bridge and senior center generator.

• $12,150.00 bill for CHA Memorial Study
• $3,500.00 bill for North Turf
• $4,212.00 bill for Atlantic Golf & Turf
• State funding request for cottage street bridge and senior center generator
• Discussion of summer basketball free agent list

The Commission approved several bills for turf, tennis, and volleyball services. It decided to continue the free agent list for the 2023 summer basketball season. The board also reviewed budget deficits in the General Fund and pending reserve fund transfers for pump replacements at Spec Pond.

• Approved February 2023 amended minutes
• Approved bill to CHA (Memorial Study) for $12,150.00
• Approved bill to North Turf for $3,500.00
• Approved bill to T-Mobile for $97.67
• Approved bill to Atlantic Golf & Turf for $4,212.00
• Approved bill to Toby Coffin (Tennis Clinic) for $4,560.00
• Approved bill to John Devine (Volleyball Clinic) for $3,842.75
• Decided to continue the free agent list for 2023 summer basketball

HWRSD Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will discuss a revised building reconfiguration, options with special education leaders and PTOs, and a regional agreement. The meeting is open to the public in person or via live stream.

• Discuss Revised Building Reconfiguration
• Discussion of Options with Leaders of Special Education Parent Advisory, PTOs, and School Councils
• Discuss Regional Agreement

Select Board

The Wilbraham Board of Selectmen will hold an executive session on personnel negotiations, then an open session to consider numerous licenses and permits for summer events, including food trucks, a carnival, and concerts. They will also discuss appointments, including filling a Cemetery Commission vacancy, and review updates on the MacDonald Nature Preserve, Cooley Drive, and a solar project.

• Temporary food establishment permits for multiple food trucks at the Main Street Farmers' Market and other events
• Licenses for the Wilbraham First Responders Carnival at 5 Post Office Park, July 21-23
• Joint meeting with Cemetery Commission to consider filling a vacancy
• Update on solar project at 285 Three Rivers Road
• MOU with MA DOT for bicycle safety signs

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission is meeting to address the resignation of a current commissioner. The board will discuss a process for filling the vacant position. All other cemetery business has been postponed to a future meeting.

• Resignation of a current Cemetery Commissioner
• Discussion of process to fill the vacancy

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will meet to vote on MASC resolutions and receive a presentation from the MASC Field Director. The Assistant Superintendent of Finance, Operations, and Human Resources will provide updates on electric bills, the monthly budget, and bus operations.

• Vote on MASC resolutions
• Presentation on subcommittees, agendas, and school committee policies
• Monthly budget update and comparison of electric bills
• Discussion on suspension rates before and after regionalization
• Executive session regarding student transfer requests and security strategies

Board of Assessors

The Board reorganized its leadership and approved a Chapter 61 land classification for a property on Beebe Road. The Board also processed various motor vehicle excise commitments and tax abatements.

• Elected Lawrence LaBarbera as Chairman and Roger Roberge II as Clerk (3-0)
• Approved 22.60 of 24.00 acres at 35 Beebe Road for Chapter 61 classification starting Jan 1, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Signed Motor Vehicle Excise Commitments totaling $147,833.65
• Signed reassessment warrant for Chapter 61 Conveyance Tax at 675 Tinkham Road
• Approved FY2023 and FY2022 abatements for 1 Federal Lane
• Approved 36 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatements totaling $4,317.24 (2-0)
• Denied 9 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatements (3-0)

Select Board

This is a notice for the upcoming Select Board meeting. The provided agenda contains no specific business items or discussion topics.

Historical Commission

The commission will review the Memorial School Form B and receive updates on various historical signage designs. Members will also discuss progress regarding an underground tunnel project and potential new personnel.

• Review of revised Form B for Memorial School
• Update on Tinkham Road monument
• Report on rental ground-searching radar unit and costs for WMA & OMH
• Design and wording updates for Maple Street and Main Street signage
• Cost review for First Church granite marker on Main Street

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It contains no record of decisions, votes, or outcomes from the May 30, 2023, meeting.

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The committee will discuss disability access at Sawmill Pond and updates regarding spring community activities. The agenda also includes discussions on trailwork, missing signs, and a trail refurbishment plan.

• Disability-access at Sawmill Pond
• Spring Community Activities Update
• Trailwork
• Missing Signs/ Trail Refurb Plan

The committee reviewed potential disability-access improvements for the Sawmill Pond trail, including surface smoothing and a handicap parking space. Recommendations will be forwarded for a possible fall Community Preservation Grant proposal. The committee also reviewed scout-led volunteer projects and upcoming trail activities.

• Approved minutes from 4/25 meeting (11-0)
• Recommended making the entire Sawmill Pond trail loop disability-accessible
• Tabled new public input source until the fall

Broadband Committee

The Broadband Advisory Committee will review minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes updates on the Digital Equity Grant and a discussion regarding suggested revisions to the OPM.

• Digital Equity Grant next steps
• Review and discussion of OPM revisions
• Promotional/Marketing fund update
• Town/Committee website update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a draft decision regarding parking and driveway changes at Lia Toyota on Boston Road. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a large-scale solar project at 285 Three Rivers Road and the annual reorganization of board officers.

• Draft Decision: Expand and reconfigure parking/inventory areas and add second driveway at 2145 Boston Road (Lia Toyota)
• Public Hearing: Modify prior special permit for ground-mounted solar energy system at 285 Three Rivers Road
• Annual Post-Election Reorganization of the Planning Board officers
• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2023 and May 3, 2023

The Board approved a special permit for Lia Toyota to expand parking and inventory areas. It also authorized a draft decision to extend the construction deadline for a solar project at 285 Three Rivers Road to June 2, 2024. A public hearing regarding other modifications to the solar project was continued to June 7, 2023.

• Approved Special Permit SP23-04 for Lia Toyota parking and inventory expansion (5-0)
• Authorized draft decision to extend solar project deadline at 285 Three Rivers Road to June 2, 2024 (4-1)
• Continued public hearing for 285 Three Rivers Road project changes to June 7, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 19 and May 3, 2023 meetings (5-0)
• Re-elected John McCloskey as Chair, James Rooney as Vice-Chair, and James Moore as Clerk (5-0)
• Re-elected James Moore as Commissioner to the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (5-0)
• Re-nominated Tracey Plantier to the Community Preservation Committee (5-0)
• Authorized Chair and Vice-Chair to sign Nonsub (ANR) plans

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding an enforcement order for tree removal at 1 Circle Drive and a notice of intent from SZF Properties, LLC. Other business includes reviews of certificates of compliance and a land management plan for the McDonald Nature Preserve.

• Enforcement Order: Unauthorized removal of trees at 1 Circle Drive
• Notice of Intent: SZF Properties, LLC garage addition and septic repair at 337 Maynard Rd
• Certificate of Compliance: 12 Willow Brook Rd
• Certificate of Compliance: Wilbraham Commons (DEP File #341-20)
• Land Management Plan: Expansion of McDonald Nature Preserve

The Conservation Commission approved funding for beaver trapping and authorized a request to the Board of Health to breach a dam at 12 Mile Brook to prevent bridge instability. The board also issued certificates of compliance for two properties and ratified an enforcement order for unauthorized tree removal.

• Ratified Enforcement Order for 1 Circle Drive (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 337 Maynard Road until June 12, 2023 (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 12 Willow Brook Lane (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 269 Stony Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved Fee Acquisition Land Management Plan for McDonald Nature Preserve expansion (5-0)
• Authorized letter to Board of Health to breach dam and remove beavers at 12 Mile Brook (5-0)
• Authorized $2,000 for trapping of beavers at 12 Mile Brook property (5-0)
• Accepted April 24, 2023 minutes as written (5-0)

HWRSD Curriculum Subcommittee

The Curriculum Subcommittee will receive an update from the Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Learning. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Middle School Program of Studies.

• Update from Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Learning
• Middle School Program of Studies Update

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will review various requests for special event use of public property, food establishment permits, and seasonal camp licenses. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding ARPA funds with the Economic Development Committee.

• Request for use of public property for St. Cecilia Knights of Columbus 5k road race
• Request for use of public property for Crane Hill Disc Golf Team tournament at 139 Crane Hill Road
• Application for seasonal camp license for Interskate 91 South at 2043 Boston Road
• Application for seasonal camp license for Spec Pond Day Camp at 5 Spec Pond Way
• Discussion of ARPA Funds with the Wilbraham Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review past meeting minutes and host a guest speaker from the East of the River Five Town Chamber of Commerce. Discussion includes old business regarding used car sales zoning involving Lia Toyota and Living Local 413.

• Used car sales zoning discussion (Lia Toyota, Living0ocal 413)
• Guest speaker: Grace Barone, Executive Director for the East of the River Five Town Chamber of Commerce

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit to allow a fitness studio to operate at 1964 Boston Road. The board also approved the meeting minutes from March 9, 2023.

• Approved special permit for fitness studio at 1964 Boston Road with hours Sunday-Saturday 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM (3-0)
• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

HWRSD School Committee

The committee will review updates on school improvement plans, development guidance, and the Class of 2023 cohort study. The meeting also includes reports from student representatives and various subcommittee updates.

• Class of 2023 Cohort Study update
• School Improvement Plans for Elementary, Middle & High School
• Development Guidance Update
• Capstone Presentation Follow Up
• Capital Stabilization Fund discussion

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review various administrative and facility items. Discussion topics include Sunday hours for FY2024, staff positions, and updates on the Brooks Room project.

• FY2024 Sunday hours
• Adult Services Librarian position
• Brooks Room project
• Window treatments
• LIFT account status and fundraising

The Board voted against implementing Sunday hours for Fiscal Year 2024. It approved funding for the Consortium Speaker Series and the purchase of window shades using LIFT account funds.

• Approved April 18, 2023 minutes with one correction (unanimous)
• Denied Sunday Hours for Fiscal Year 2024 (2-4)
• Approved $2,500 for the Consortium Speaker Series (unanimous)
• Approved $4,995 from LIFT account for window shades, pending investigation of Green Communities funding (unanimous)
• Tabled policies on Massachusetts Library System Website until next month

HWRSD Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will discuss feedback from the Hampden and Wilbraham boards and finance committees regarding reconfiguration. The committee is also scheduled to discuss the Regional Agreement.

• Discussion of feedback regarding reconfiguration
• Discussion of Regional Agreement

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing and voting on articles required to finalize the FY2024 budget. This meeting pertains to the upcoming Annual Town Meeting.

• Review and vote on articles for the FY2024 budget

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will discuss preparations for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and the associated Town Warrant. The meeting also includes the signing of Treasury Warrants.

• Application for four Temporary Food Establishment Permits for 50 50 Foodtruck LLC at 2343 Boston Road
• 2023 Annual Town Meeting preparation
• 2023 Annual Town Warrant
• Signing of Treasury Warrants

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to review water department business and sewer department operations. The agenda includes discussions on budget, water entry fees, and sewer capital projects.

• Water entry fees
• Lead Service Inventory Grant
• Sewer Regulations
• Sewer O&M Plan
• Sewer capital projects

The Board approved a new water estimate process for readings starting at 12,000cf and signed the Consecutive Water Agreement for Cedar Ridge. The Board also approved four payment plans and two abatements. A $160K DEP grant for the Lead Service Inventory was noted as approved.

• Approved Minutes of the April 7, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved four payment plans for hardships
• Approved two abatements
• Signed Consecutive Water Agreement for Cedar Ridge
• Approved water estimate process for readings starting at 12,000cf

Broadband Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates on the Digital Equity Grant, which is currently on hold. Members will also discuss OPM documentation from Superior, WI, and various marketing and outreach efforts.

• Digital Equity Grant update (on hold)
• OPM discussion regarding Superior, WI documentation
• MA Broadband Coalition update
• Promotional/Marketing fund update
• Town Meeting and Town Election outreach initiatives

Cultural Council

The Council established internal assignments for secretary, treasurer, and marketing roles. Members scheduled several summer events, including the Peach Blossom Festival on June 17, and coordinated outreach for new member recruitment.

• Assigned J. Slavick as secretary
• Assigned S. Hintze as temporary treasurer
• Assigned J. Powell to marketing
• Assigned K. Grycel as co-secretary
• Assigned A. Frias to manage Facebook page
• Scheduled Peach Blossom Festival for June 17
• Scheduled Georgia O’Keeffe library event for June 12
• Scheduled paint sip fun for July 18

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will conduct business including reviewing prior meeting minutes and office budget invoices. The agenda includes discussions on motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements and exemption applications.

• Motor vehicle & trailer excise abatements
• Exemption application(s)
• Office budget invoices and warrants

The Board approved 63 motor vehicle and trailer abatements and seven real estate exemptions. Members also signed a special warrant to collect betterments and interest for a property on Main Street. The board denied three motor vehicle abatement applications.

• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Signed Special Warrant to Collect for 586 Main Street for $3,270.00 betterment and $96.79 interest (Unanimous)
• Signed Forest Certificate and Chapter 61 lien (Unanimous)
• Approved 60 2023 Motor Vehicle/Trailer Abatements for $12,469.22 (3-0)
• Approved 2 2022 Motor Vehicle/Trailer Abatements for $680.65 (3-0)
• Approved 1 2021 Motor Vehicle/Trailer Abatement for $263.85 (3-0)
• Denied 3 Motor Vehicle/Trailer Abatements (3-0)
• Approved 7 FY23 Real Estate Exemptions (3-0)

By-Law Study Committee

The committee will discuss non-substantive formatting changes and inconsistencies within the town bylaws. Members will also review responses from department heads regarding proposed amendments to fees and fines.

• Discussion of quorum requirements under G.L. c. 30A, § 18
• Review of department head replies regarding fee and fine amendments
• Potential use of an outside vendor such as General Code
• Proposal to create bylaws governing the Committee itself

The committee approved multiple non-substantive formatting changes to town bylaws and updated the definition of 'year' to mean fiscal year. The committee also voted to increase animal control impoundment and boarding fees.

• Approved change of 'prudential' to 'prudent' in Section 500-A (unanimous)
• Approved change of 'no one' to 'none' in Section 504-A (unanimous)
• Approved updated snow removal language in Section 611 (unanimous)
• Approved changing Town Clerk status from ex-officio member to assisting the committee in Section 515 (unanimous)
• Approved defining 'year' as fiscal year (July 1 to June 30) (unanimous)
• Approved increasing ACO pickup fee from $10 to $25 and boarding fee from $10 to $30 (4-1)
• Tabled discussion on Section 604.7.D impoundment duration (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from 4/20/23 (unanimous)

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board will review the Executive Director's report regarding the WPI Construction roof replacement mobilization. The meeting includes votes on lead certificates, compensation certifications, and year-end financial statements.

• Update on WPI Construction roof replacement mobilization
• Vote on Lead Certificate of Compliance
• Vote on Certification of Top 5 Compensation
• Vote on Certification of Year End Financial Statement and Tenants Account Receivables
• Review of Treasurer's Report and invoices

Scantic Valley Regional Health Trust

The Board will meet virtually to review the March 29, 2023, meeting minutes and receive a wellness program report. The agenda also includes a treasurer's report regarding a bank authorization form and various financial reports.

• Approval of March 29, 2023, meeting minutes
• Wellness program report from Marcy Morrison
• Treasurer’s report including a bank authorization form
• Financial and reinsurance reports from GBS
• Carrier and vendor reports

Personnel Advisory Board

The Board appointed Amelia Holstrom as Chair and approved the December 18, 2019 meeting minutes. Members discussed updates to personnel, remote work, and social media policies, concluding that several items require further legal review by labor counsel.

• Appointed Amelia Holstrom as Chair (3-0)
• Approved minutes of December 18, 2019 (3-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 13, 2023

Select Board

The Wilbraham Board of Selectmen will meet on May 8, 2023, starting with an executive session to discuss strategy for negotiations with nonunion personnel and collective bargaining with IAFF Local 1847 and NEPBA Local 120. The open session includes consent agenda items for various licenses and permits, appointments, and discussion of the FY24 budget, the 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant, and ARPA funds.

• Executive session for strategy on nonunion personnel negotiations and collective bargaining with IAFF Local 1847 and NEPBA Local 120
• Consent agenda includes permits for Peach Blossom Festival (6/17/23) and Hill Climb (5/13/23) with food trucks and alcohol service
• Seasonal camp licenses for Beech Tree Day Camp, Brain-Break with Nature, and YMCA Stony Brook Acres
• Appointment with Attorney Frank Fitzgerald regarding 120 Old Boston Road Recycling Company Phase 3 processing
• Old business: FY24 Budget, 2023 ATM Warrant, ARPA funds

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review several bills for approval, including payments for football helmets and baseball equipment. The meeting includes updates on summer basketball, staffing, and upcoming town meeting details.

• Approval of Riddell bill for football helmets ($13,418.95)
• Approval of CHA Memorial Study bill ($4,200.00)
• Approval of AD Starr baseball/softball equipment bill ($4,174.00)
• Discussion regarding summer basketball combo team
• Election of a new Vice Chair

The Playground and Recreation Commission approved several bills including $13,418.95 for football helmets and $4,200 for a Memorial School study. They also approved a 50/50 cost split with the disc golf committee for a handicap-accessible toilet, and elected a new vice chair. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $13,418.95 for Riddell football helmets
• Approved $4,200 for CHA Memorial School study
• Approved $4,174 for AD Starr baseball/softball equipment
• Approved $3,500 for NEYSA groomer
• Approved $3,731.20 for TF Performance baseball clinic
• Approved 50/50 cost split with disc golf committee for handicap-accessible toilet
• Approved Morgan Litz as scorekeeper for summer basketball
• Elected Olivia D’Amour as vice chair

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will discuss budget updates, playground progress, and strategic plan updates. The committee is scheduled to vote on three specific policies regarding public gifts, graduation requirements, and student absences.

• Vote on Policy KCD: Public Gifts to Schools
• Vote on Policy IKF: Graduation Requirements
• Vote on Policy JH: Student Absences & Excuses
• Monthly Budget Update from the Assistant Superintendent
• Update on Green Meadows & Mile Tree Playground

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit amendment for a business on Boston Road. The board will also receive reports from the Building Inspector and Planning Director.

• Public hearing for Lia Toyota at 2145 Boston Road to expand and reconfigure parking and inventory display areas and add a second driveway

The Board voted 5-0 to close the public hearing and authorize the Planning Director to prepare a draft decision granting approval with conditions for Special Permit SP23-04, which would allow Lia Toyota at 2145 Boston Road to expand and reconfigure parking and inventory display areas and add a second driveway. The proposal increases front parking from 78 to 119 spaces and reduces rear parking from 307 to 273, for a total of 392 spaces. The draft decision will be considered at the next meeting.

• Closed public hearing for Special Permit SP23-04 (Lia Toyota parking expansion) (5-0)
• Authorized Planning Director to prepare draft decision granting approval with conditions for SP23-04 (5-0)

Senior Center Building Committee

The Senior Center Building Committee is meeting to review the two-week construction schedule, receive updates from the project manager (P3), discuss furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), and hear from the Friends group. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of P&P 2-week schedule
• Update from P3 (project manager)
• FF&E (furniture, fixtures, and equipment) updates
• Update from Friends group

HWRSD Planning Committee

The committee will discuss a revised building reconfiguration with Superintendent Provost. Members will also discuss options with representatives from the Hampden and Wilbraham Select Boards, Advisory Committee, and Finance Committee, as well as the Regional Agreement.

• Discussion of Revised Building Reconfiguration
• Discussion of options with local board members
• Discussion of Regional Agreement

Select Board

The Wilbraham Board of Selectmen will hold an executive session to discuss contract negotiations and collective bargaining, followed by an open session to sign new contracts with the Fire Chief and Town Administrator. The board will also consider several temporary food and alcohol permits, a parking ban for the Hill Climb event, and updates on the Cottage Ave Bridge repair and FY24 budget.

• Sign new contract with Fire Chief Michael Andrews
• Sign new contract with Town Administrator Nick Breault
• Request for temporary parking ban and street closure for Hill Climb on May 13
• Cottage Ave Bridge update and emergency procurement for repairs
• Temporary food permits for Thee Taco Dude and Wicked Good Treats

Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss the Village Center Municipal Parking project RFQ and used car sales zoning. Members will also review the Wilbraham business directory, website goals, and a town pros/cons list.

• Village Center Municipal Parking project – RFQ
• Used car sales zoning discussion
• Lia Toyota
• Living Local 413
• Wilbraham business directory

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will discuss the FY24 budget and various school updates. The meeting includes reports on student activities audits, booster club business, and upcoming graduation details.

• Vote on FY24 Budget
• Student Activities Account Internal Audit report
• Review of policies regarding public gifts, graduation requirements, and student absences
• Discussion of MRHS Graduation date, attendance, and regalia
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Hampden Advisory Committee, HWRSD School Committee, and Boards of Selectmen for both towns. The discussion includes establishing a consensus figure for the HWRSD budget and reviewing an RFT for a Tree Warden.

• HWRSD Budget Discussion
• RFT – Tree Warden
• Budget votes

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee is meeting to conduct a discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The agenda also includes a call to order and roll call.

• Discussion of FY24 budget

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee is meeting to hold a discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The agenda contains no other specific items for decision or action.

• Discussion of FY24 budget

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to review active projects and new business. The body will discuss historical signage locations and a new form from the MHC regarding the Memorial School. Members will also address personnel recruiting and record filing access.

• Historical signage locations for Maple Street, Main Street, First Church Granite marker, and Peaky Serpent
• Memorial School application and MHC vision, goals, and objectives form
• Tinkham Road monument update
• Ground search radar for underground tunnel
• Stony Hill Rd wall

The provided document is an agenda rather than minutes of a meeting. It lists items for discussion, including historical signage and the Memorial School application, but records no votes or final decisions.

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The committee decided to meet at Sawmill Pond on May 30 to develop an accessibility plan for a future CPA grant application. Members also coordinated a series of community hiking and outdoor events scheduled for June.

• Approved minutes from 3/28 meeting (11-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for 5/30/23 at Sawmill Pond
• Decided to develop a Sawmill Pond accessibility project timeline for a fall CPA grant application

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued a positive determination #5 and negative determinations #2 and #3 for a septic system and wall project at 8 Maynard Road. The board also discussed a potential enforcement order for a wetlands violation at 1 Circle Drive.

• Issued positive #5 and negative #2 & 3 determinations for 8 Maynard Road septic and wall project (5-0)
• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes as written (5-0)

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will meet for an executive session regarding personnel negotiations and real property. The open session includes several permit applications for community events and interviews for town positions.

• Entertainment license for live music at 700 Monson Road on 5/6/2023
• Temporary food establishment permits for the 2023 Hill Climb at Gazebo Park on 5/13/2023
• Police officer interviews for Brittani Tassone and Cameron Prosperi
• Tree Warden Reserve Fund Transfer Request from Dave Graziano
• Awarding of the 2023 Lawn Care Contract

Broadband Committee

The Broadband Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from EntryPoint Networks regarding funding and technology. The body will also discuss the Digital Equity Grant and upcoming community outreach events.

• EntryPoint Networks update on funding, PPP, and Digital Access Plan revisions
• Digital Equity Grant next steps
• MA Broadband Coalition update
• Outreach initiatives for Hill Climb/’Chaug Arts & Crafts, Town Meeting, Town Elections, and Peach Festival
• Updates to the official Town/Committee website and document repository

Fire Commissioners

The Wilbraham Fire Commissioners met on April 20, 2023, to discuss old business, new business, and the Fire Chief's report. The agenda contains no specific details on proposed actions, contracts, or ordinances. The meeting was held in person at Fire Headquarters.

• Fire Chief’s Report
• Old Business
• New Business

By-Law Study Committee

The committee will hold an initial meeting to introduce members and organize officers including a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Clerk. Members will also discuss procedures for updating, deleting, or adding new town bylaws and establishing a timetable.

• Organization of Committee Officers
• Discussion of procedures for bylaw updates, deletions, and additions

The committee organized its leadership and set a quorum of three members. The committee also unanimously approved recommended changes to Section 515 regarding the committee's composition and terms.

• Set quorum at 3 members (3-2)
• Appointed Stephen Holstrom as chair (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Appointed Dave Sanders as vice-chair and secretary (3-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved recommended changes and amendment to Section 515 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board granted approvals for a cell tower foundation modification, a garage addition, and an accessory apartment. It also determined that requested changes to a solar energy facility require public hearings due to the substantial nature of the modifications.

• Approved administrative modification to cell tower foundation at 658 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved special permit SP23-02 for a 536 sf garage addition at 459 Stony Hill Road (4-0)
• Approved special permit SP23-03 for an accessory apartment at 11 Stonegate Circle (4-0)
• Required public hearing for extension request at 285 Three Rivers Road solar facility (3-0)
• Required public hearing for equipment pad changes at 285 Three Rivers Road solar facility (3-0)
• Required public hearing for stormwater and grading changes at 285 Three Rivers Road solar facility (3-0)
• Approved March 1 and March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

HWRSD School Committee

The School Committee meeting consists of a joint discussion with the Hampden Advisory and Wilbraham Finance Committees. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

• Joint discussion with Hampden Advisory and Wilbraham Finance Committees

HWRSD School Committee

The School Committee will meet to conduct a discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as a roll call and the pledge of allegiance.

• Discussion of FY24 budget

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen is attending a joint meeting with the Wilbraham Finance Committee and the Hampden Advisory Committee. The provided text does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting jointly with the Hampden Advisory Committee. The discussion focuses on reaching a consensus assessment figure for Hampden and Wilbraham to support HWRSD operational and capital expenses.

• Consensus assessment figure for HWRSD operational expenses
• Consensus assessment figure for HWRSD capital expenses

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review the FY2023 third quarter financials and the policy review schedule. The meeting also includes updates on library programs, staff development, and the Brooks Room project.

• FY2023 Third Quarter Financials review
• Policy review schedule discussion
• Brooks Room project update
• LIFT account status and fundraising update

The Board unanimously approved the FY2023 third quarter financials. Trustees discussed the search for a moderator for Candidate's Night and reviewed potential policy updates and Brooks Room infrastructure plans.

• Approved minutes with addition of Children's Department report answer (unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 third quarter financials, subject to audit (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review estimated funds for FY24. Members will vote on the CPC administrative budget and a recommended lighting project. The body will also discuss follow-up items for the May 15 Town Meeting.

• Vote on CPC Admin Budget
• Vote on Rec. Lighting Project
• Review of estimated funds for FY24
• Discussion of May 15 Town Meeting follow-up

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council is meeting to review the March meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. The body will also discuss the distribution of signage.

• Signage distribution

The Cultural Council approved the purchase of six large signs, with $300 remaining of a $510 budget. The council also reviewed the 2022 close-out and a current balance of $11,313. Members discussed upcoming event dates and promotional materials for the library and local performances.

• Approved purchase of 6 large signs ($300 remaining of $510 budget)
• Closed out 2022 financial records

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved the release of $100,000 to the Overlay Surplus Account. The Board also set FY2024 farm land values and approved several motor vehicle and real estate exemptions.

• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Set FY2024 farm land values at FVAC Average (3-0)
• Released $100,000 from Overlay Account to Overlay Surplus Account (2-0)
• Approved 42 2023 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatements for $5,538.64 (2-0)
• Approved 5 2022 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatements for $657.36 (2-0)
• Approved 3 FY23 Real Estate Exemptions totaling $2,150.00 (3-0)
• Signed Motor Vehicle Excise Commitments for $258,439.26 and $561.79 (Unanimous)

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board will review the March 15, 2023 minutes and process invoices and checks. The Executive Director will report on the status of a roof replacement project at The Pines.

• Roof Replacement Project #339092 at The Pines
• Review of copier quotes
• Approval of invoices and checks

HWRSD Planning Committee

The committee will meet to discuss staff feedback regarding a proposed reconfiguration. Members will also discuss a revised building reconfiguration and the regional agreement.

• Discussion of staff feedback regarding reconfiguration
• Discussion of revised building reconfiguration
• Discussion of regional agreement

HWRSD Policy Subcommittee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss Policy BDE on subcommittees of the School Committee and review the March 2023 MASC Policy Newsletter. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; it is primarily a discussion and review session.

• Discussion of Policy BDE-Subcommittees of the School Committee
• Review of MASC Policy Newsletter March 2023

Select Board

The Wilbraham Board of Selectmen will hold an executive session to discuss negotiations with nonunion personnel and collective bargaining, followed by an open session. The open session includes consent agenda items for event permits and licenses, appointments for interviews and updates, and old business on the FY24 budget and 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant. New business includes the VOTES Act, accepting resignations, and broadband updates.

• Consent agenda: Wilbraham Children's Museum Town Wide Tag Sale on 5/13/23, 8a-2p, at 678 Main St and Town Hall
• Temporary food permits for 50 50 Foodtruck LLC at Fieldcrest Brewing, 2343 Boston Rd, on 4/14, 4/21, 4/22, 4/28
• Roller skating rink license renewal for Interskate 91 South, 2043 Boston Rd
• Appointments: Brian Hoar interview for Playground and Recreation Commission; Jeff DeMarey on 2023 Hill Climb
• Old business: FY24 budget and 2023 ATM warrant; new business: VOTES Act Section 72, resignations

Conservation Commission

The commission will review the minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting. Discussion items include Great Ponds, unauthorized beaches, C4R Bacteria Sampling support for 2023, and a tree removal request at 452 Springfield Street.

• Tree Removal Request — 452 Springfield Street
• Discussion: Great Ponds & Unauthorized beaches
• C4R Bacteria Sampling support 2023 request

The Commission approved a request for tree removal at 452 Springfield Street and allocated funds for water sampling. Members also discussed potential bylaws regarding beaches and docks on great ponds.

• Approved removal of marked trees at 452 Springfield Street
• Approved March 27, 2023 minutes as written
• Approved $420.00 for C4R Bacteria Sampling Support 2023 season water sampling at 2 sites

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss water and sewer department business. Key agenda items include rate increase methodology for water conservation and capital projects, as well as sewer rate updates.

• Water conservation and capital project rate increase methodology
• Sewer rate increase update
• Sewer regulations and entry fees
• Water bill outstanding balances
• Water entry fee calculation

The Board approved the Consecutive Water System Agreement for Cedar Ridge pending minor typo corrections. Members discussed potential water rate increases to discourage excessive irrigation and a plan for drought-related water restrictions.

• Approved Minutes of the March 10, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Cedar Ridge Consecutive Water System Agreement pending minor revisions

Finance Committee

The Wilbraham Finance Committee is meeting remotely to vote on budgets, hold an open forum, and discuss the future meeting schedule. The agenda is brief and contains no specific budget details or dollar amounts.

• Vote on budgets
• Open forum for public input
• Discussion of future meeting schedule

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will review the FY24 budget and address a contractual pink slip obligation. The meeting also includes updates on school facilities, including the MRHS boiler and lighting, and first readings of several district policies.

• FY24 Budget discussion
• Review of Student Fee Schedule
• Financial report and FY22 Audit update
• Updates on MRHS Boiler and lights
• First reading of policies regarding public gifts, graduation requirements, and student absences

Broadband Committee

The Wilbraham Broadband Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss updates on grants, project management, and technical specifications, as well as marketing and public outreach initiatives. They will also review minutes and consider a draft mission statement for the town website.

• Digital Equity Grant update
• PON vs. OAN specs discussion
• Brochure print costs: $312 per thousand (deluxe) and $280 per thousand (standard)
• Public outreach events: Hill Climb, Town Meeting, Elections, Peach Festival
• Review draft Mission Statement for town website

The Broadband Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting, the committee's mission statement, and printing specifications for brochures. Members discussed technical specifications for the OPM RFQ process and potential public outreach opportunities for May and June.

• Approved minutes of 3/23/2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved brochure print specs at $312 per thousand for deluxe card stock or $280 per thousand for paper tax bill inserts (5-0)
• Approved amended Committee Mission Statement (5-0)

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Wilbraham Playground and Recreation Commission will review and potentially approve bills totaling $17,618.95, including a $4,200 memorial study and $13,418.95 for football helmets. They will also receive budget and committee reports, and discuss old and new business items such as Memorial School conditions, staffing, and a potential toilet at the disc golf course.

• CHA Memorial Study bill: $4,200.00
• Riddell Football Helmets bill: $13,418.95
• Disc golf course toilet: possible 50/50 cost split, ~$2,000 for year-round unit
• Minutes from June 2022 and March 2023 to be approved
• Town Meeting and Unipay under new business

Council on Aging

The Wilbraham Council on Aging is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior meeting minutes and discussing board member recruitment. The committee will also hear an update on the Senior Center Building Committee's progress. No votes on policy or spending are scheduled beyond the minutes approval.

• Vote to approve minutes of previous meetings
• Discussion on board member recruitment
• Progress update from Senior Center Building Committee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review warrant articles and vote on budgets. The agenda includes discussions on the debt budget and specific items regarding the library and HWRSD.

• Review of Warrant Articles
• Library-Slate Roof Repair
• HWRSD
• Debt Budget
• Budget votes

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Wilbraham Playground & Recreation Commission is holding a public meeting to gather resident input on the potential use of Memorial School as a community center. The meeting is part of a feasibility study and will be held in person or virtually.

• Public input on Memorial School community center feasibility
• Meeting held at Wilbraham Police Community Room or online

Playground & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to review bills and receive reports from various committees. A primary point of discussion involves stakeholder interviews regarding the Memorial School.

• Memorial School stakeholders interview involving Recreation Commission, Friends of Recreation, and Open Space and Recreation

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will discuss the FY24 budget, ARPA funds, and potential amendments to the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. The meeting includes reviews of food establishment permits and a discussion on Bond Anticipation Notes.

• Vote to amend 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant regarding Cedar Ridge property
• Consideration of Bond Anticipation Notes
• Temporary Food Establishment Permits for Batch Inc. at 500 Main Street and 621 Main Street
• Annual Food Establishment Permit for The Salty Baker at 20 Bungalow Point
• Reappointment of Animal Control Officer Paul Morrissey

The Board approved the sale of $7.2 million in Bond Anticipation Notes to finance the construction of a senior center. The Board also amended the 2023 Annual Town Warrant to include a land acquisition article for the McDonald Farm Nature Preserve.

• Approved $7.2M General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes for senior center construction
• Approved land acquisition expansion article for McDonald Farm Nature Preserve for the 2023 Annual Town Warrant
• Denied warrant article to mandate Town Counsel access for petitioners of warrant articles
• Approved annual food establishment permit for The Salty Baker (20 Bungalow Point)
• Approved temporary food permits for Batch Inc. ice cream truck for 2023 Hill Climb and Minnechaug Regional High School
• Reappointed Paul Morrissey as Animal Control Officer (term May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024)
• Authorized education incentive payment adjustment for Officer Casella starting May 2023

Scantic Valley Regional Health Trust

The Board will meet virtually to review the February 7, 2023, meeting minutes and receive reports from the Wellness Consultant and Treasurer. The agenda also includes a review of the FY22 Audit and discussions regarding affordability.

• Approval of February 7, 2023, meeting minutes
• FY22 Audit review
• Wellness program report from Marcy Morrison
• Treasurer's report from Paul Pasterczyk
• Affordability discussion

Finance Committee

The Wilbraham Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the library budget with the library director and trustees, review capital planning projects, and consider the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District (HWRSD) budget. The committee will also vote on budgets and review the department meeting schedule.

• Budget discussion with Karen Ball, Library Director, and Library Trustees
• Capital planning projects presentation by Nick Manolakis, Capital Planning Chair
• HWRSD budget discussion
• Vote on budgets
• Review and revise department meeting schedule

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss revisions to the FY2024 budget. The meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2023, at 5:00 p.m.

• FY2024 Budget revisions

HWRSD Planning Committee

The committee will meet to discuss a revised building reconfiguration with the Superintendent Provost. Members will also hold discussions regarding options with school staff and the Regional Agreement.

• Discussion of Revised Building Reconfiguration
• Discussion of Options with School Staff
• Discussion of Regional Agreement

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The Wilbraham Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear a Boy Scout presentation, and receive updates on spring activities, beavers, and trailwork. They will also discuss a potential conservation restriction on McDonald's Land and other new business.

• Boy Scout presentation by Jack Tassinari
• Visit from Melissa Graves
• Spring community activities update
• Beavers/CPC/Recreation/Cub Scout updates
• Discussion of McDonald's Land conservation restriction

The committee accepted the February 28 meeting minutes. Members discussed several pending projects including a Boy Scout installation of benches and a kiosk at Mt. Marcy, the need for a new trail brochure, and potential CPA fund applications for a handicap-access trail at Sawmill.

• Approved minutes from 2/28 meeting (10-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Wilbraham Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss the Village Center Municipal Parking project, including a request for qualifications (RFQ). They will also review past minutes, hold a citizens forum, and continue work on the business directory, website content, and other economic development initiatives.

• Village Center Municipal Parking project - RFQ
• Wilbraham business directory
• EDC website content and goals
• Wilbraham Zoning By-Laws overview/training
• Committee mission statement discussion

Regional Emergency Communications Executive Board

The Regional Emergency Communications Executive Board will review its operating budget and grants, as well as the performance of the communications center. The agenda includes new business regarding radio calls and central designation for fire alarms, plus old business concerning a request from Belchertown.

• Review of Operating Budget and Grants
• Performance review of the Communications Center
• Discussion on Radio Calls
• Central Designation for Fire: Fire Alarm
• Old Business: Belchertown Request

Select Board

The Wilbraham Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase to sewer rates. The board will also vote to close the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and discuss the FY24 Budget. Additionally, the board will consider appointments to the By-Law Study Committee and the reappointment of Animal Inspector Paul Morrissey.

• Public hearing on proposed increase to sewer rate
• Vote to close 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
• Discussion of FY24 Budget and ARPA Funds
• Consideration of By-Law Study Committee appointments
• Reappointment of Paul Morrissey as Animal Inspector

The Board approved an increase in sewer rates effective April 2023. Members also finalized the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, which includes budget items, zoning amendments, and property sales. Three members were appointed to the By-Law Study Committee.

• Approved new sewer rates effective April 2023 (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant including 48-49 articles (3-0)
• Appointed Stephen Holstrom to By-Law Study Committee (3-0)
• Appointed Joe Lawless to By-Law Study Committee (3-0)
• Appointed Christine Goonan to By-Law Study Committee (2-1)
• Appointed Paul Morrissey as Animal Inspector for term May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved establishment of gift account for Earth Day expenses (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda for food truck permit and library signs (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a project at 8 Maynard Road. The body will also discuss funding for Wilbraham Earth Day and review applications and assessments related to 12 Mile Brook.

• Public hearing: 8 Maynard Road retaining wall reconstruction and tree removal
• Funding request: Wilbraham Earth Day (April 22, 2023)
• Ratification of Emergency Certificate: 12 Mile Brook
• Discussion: 12 Mile Assessment by Beaver Solutions, LLC
• MESA Review application: 12 Mile Brook

The Commission ratified an emergency certificate for 12 Mile Brook and authorized the Chairman to file a MESA Review Application with Natural Heritage if necessary. A funding request for Earth Day was approved, while discussions on pond leveling devices for 12 Mile Brook were tabled.

• Ratified Emergency Certificate for 12 Mile Brook (6-0)
• Authorized Chairman to file MESA Review Application with Natural Heritage if deemed necessary (6-0)
• Approved donation up to $500 for Wilbraham Earth Day for safety vests, gloves, and trash bags (6-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 minutes as written (6-0)
• Tabled discussion on pond leveling devices for 12 Mile Brook

Broadband Committee

The committee will review updates regarding the Digital Equity Grant and the Owner’s Project Manager RFQ. Members are scheduled to discuss revisions to the Digital Access Plan, including recent Spectrum rate changes. The meeting also includes planning for public outreach at upcoming local events.

• Digital Access Plan revision regarding $79.99/mo. Spectrum service rate
• Review of brochure content and print quantities
• Public outreach planning for Town Meeting on May 15th
• Outreach updates for Peach Festival, Fountain Park concerts, and Farmer’s Market

The committee approved the minutes from the March 9, 2023, meeting. Members discussed outreach opportunities for the May Town Meeting and upcoming local events, and reviewed a draft brochure for the proposed network.

• Approved minutes of the 3/9/2023 meeting (4-0)

Cultural Council

The Council is reviewing previous meeting minutes and a treasurer report. Members are also planning details for an upcoming presentation to the Selectboard, including logo use and marketing materials.

• Review of February meeting minutes
• Treasurer report by Susan Hintze
• Planning for Selectboard meeting on March 27

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review prior meeting minutes and office budget invoices. The agenda includes processing motor vehicle and trailer excise abatement applications and exemption applications.

• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatement applications
• Exemption applications
• FY2023 Real Estate and Personal Property abatement applications

The Board re-appointed Christopher Keefe as Principal Assessor and approved various motor vehicle and real estate exemptions. The Board also signed a special warrant to collect betterment and interest for a property on Faculty Street.

• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Re-appointed Christopher Keefe as Principal Assessor (3-0)
• Signed Special Warrant to Collect for 29 Faculty Street for $3,270 betterment and $81.08 interest (Unanimous)
• Approved 79 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatements totaling $7,234.44 (3-0)
• Denied 7 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatement applications (3-0)
• Approved FY23 Rescinded Exemption Reports for Clause 22 Application #98 and #109 (3-0)
• Approved FY23 Real Estate Exemptions totaling $4,550.00 (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to vote on budgets and discuss Community Preservation Projects. The agenda also includes items regarding the HWRSD and the committee's meeting schedule.

• Vote on budgets
• Community Preservation Projects discussion
• HWRSD discussion

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review progress on several active projects and unfinished business. The body will also discuss the placement of historical signage in specific areas of the town.

• Discussion of historical signage for Maple Street Victorian area, Agricultural Corridor, First Church Granite Marker, and Pesky Serpent Signs
• Update on Stony Hill Road historical wall rehab
• Update on rental ground search radar for Underground RR
• Review of Memorial School app
• Recruitment of new members

The commission met to review active projects and discuss new business. The provided document is an agenda and does not record specific votes or final decisions made during the meeting.

Library Board of Trustees

The Board will review the Chairman's report and various board items including a Library of Things form. The Library Director will provide updates on programs, museum passes, FY2024 budget, and Wilbraham history books.

• FY2024 Budget update
• Brooks Room project
• LIFT account status and future fundraising

The Board of Trustees adopted the Lending Agreement and Guidelines for Borrowing and Use for the Library of Things. Trustees also agreed to organize a nonpartisan Candidate's Night if no other community group does so.

• Approved Lending Agreement and Guidelines for Borrowing and Use (unanimous)
• Approved motion to organize a nonpartisan Candidate's Night if no other group does (unanimous; 2 abstentions)
• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Appointed Linda Dagradi as Trustee Evaluator for Karen's annual evaluation

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will meet to review capital requests for Facilities and the Department of Public Works (DPW). The committee will also review and potentially revise the department meeting and future meeting schedules.

• Review of capital requests for Facilities
• Review of capital requests for DPW
• Revision of department meeting schedule

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will discuss the FY24 budget before holding a public hearing. The committee is scheduled to vote on the FY24 budget, school choice, and a pre-school fee increase.

• Public Hearing on the FY24 Budget
• Vote on HWRSD FY24 Budget
• Vote on School Choice
• Vote on Pre-School Fee Increase
• Vote on Policies IJLA & JRD

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding zoning amendments for accessory buildings and truck parking. The board will also review a parking lot reconfiguration and a special permit for a drive-through food service establishment.

• Public hearing on zoning by-law amendments for accessory building size/location and residential truck parking restrictions
• Proposed expansion and reconfiguration of Lia Toyota parking lot at 2145 Boston Road
• Draft decision on special permit for a 2,400 +/- square foot Starbucks with drive-through window at 2005 Boston Road

The Board recommended two zoning by-law amendments to the Annual Town Meeting regarding accessory buildings and truck parking. A special permit was granted for a Starbucks drive-through at 2005 Boston Road. The Board also reviewed a proposal for the Lia Toyota parking lot expansion.

• Approved minutes of February 15, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of zoning amendments for Location and Size of Accessory Buildings (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of zoning amendments for Truck Parking Restrictions in Residential Districts (4-0)
• Granted Special Permit SP23-01 for Starbucks drive-through window service at 2005 Boston Road (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a budget discussion with Fire Chief Andrews and vote on budgets. The body will also consider a Reserve Fund Transfer for a Cottage Ave Bridge Engineering Study.

• Budget discussion with Fire Chief Andrews
• Reserve Fund Transfer for Cottage Ave Bridge Engineering Study
• Vote on budgets
• HWRSD discussion

Personnel Advisory Board

The Personnel Advisory Board will meet to reorganize its leadership and establish a meeting schedule. The board will also review current policies and discuss the creation of new policies regarding telecommuting and social media.

• Election of Board Chair
• Review of current policies for updates
• Proposed new Telecommuting/Work from Home policy
• Proposed new Social Media policy

Wilbraham Housing Authority

The Board is reviewing the February 14, 2023 minutes and receiving an Executive Director's report on rent re-certifications at The Pines and Family Units. Members must also sign the FYE 2024 Budget and vote on unpaid rent write-offs.

• Rent Re-certifications at The Pines and Family Units
• FYE 2024 Budget signatures
• Vote on write off of unpaid rent
• Invoices and Checks vote

HWRSD Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will meet to discuss goals related to reconfiguration. The agenda also includes discussions regarding building reconfiguration and the Regional Agreement.

• Discussion of goals of reconfiguration
• Discussion of building reconfiguration with Superintendent Provost
• Discussion of Regional Agreement

Select Board

The Wilbraham Board of Selectmen will hold an executive session to discuss non-union personnel compensation and collective bargaining strategies. In open session, the board will accept the Cooley Drive extension layout, interview candidates for the By-Law Study Committee, and review the FY 2024 budget proposal. The agenda also includes discussions on ARPA funds, broadband RFQ results, and municipal electricity aggregation.

• Public hearing to accept Cooley Drive (Extension) layout
• Review of FY 2024 Budget Proposal by Town Administrator Nick Breault
• Grant for Lead Service Inventory and Replacement Planning
• Discussion of Broadband RFQ results and ARPA fund requests
• Discussion of Municipal Electricity Aggregation

The Board of Selectmen approved the layout for the Cooley Drive extension and authorized a grant application for lead service line inventory and replacement. The Board and Finance Committee also reached consensus on several FY 2024 budget updates, including the removal of a social media position.

• Approved entertainment license for Party Patrol Rentals (3-0)
• Approved temporary food permit for 50 50 Food Truck LLC (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of Cooley Drive (Extension) layout (3-0)
• Authorized DPW Director to apply for Lead Service Inventory and Replacement Planning grant (2-0-1)
• Agreed to cut the Social Media position from the FY 2024 budget
• Agreed to fund WRECC IT position via 911 grant
• Agreed to change Library Page positions to part-time Borrower Services
• Agreed to keep HWRSD Assessment at $1 million over previous year's appropriation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Board of Selectmen are holding a joint meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the FY24 Budget.

• FY24 Budget discussion

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will review water department business including budget and daily flows. The board will discuss a rate increase for water usage over 10,000 CF and consider removing the sewer cap on multi-family dwellings.

• Rate increase for water usage over 10,000 CF
• Removal of sewer cap on multi-family dwellings
• Hydraulic improvements at Old Orchard Pump Station
• Cottage Ave Bridge water main
• Lead and copper service inventory

The Board unanimously accepted the minutes from January and February 2023. Members discussed increasing water usage rates for consumption over 10,000 CF to fund infrastructure projects. No other formal votes on policy or spending were recorded.

• Approved January 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Capital Planning Committee

The Capital Planning Committee will meet to elect committee officers and review capital requests from several town departments. The body will also discuss and revise the department meeting and future meeting schedules.

• Nominations and votes for Capital Committee Officers
• Review of Police capital requests
• Review of Fire capital requests
• Review of Technology, Public Access, and Parks & Recreation capital requests

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss estimated funds for FY24 and review nine CPA applications. Members will vote on completed applications and prepare for the Town Meeting.

• Estimated funds for FY24
• Review of 9 FY24 CPA applications
• Vote on completed applications
• Town Meeting preparation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit for a food service establishment. The board will also discuss potential amendments to zoning by-laws concerning accessory buildings and truck parking.

• Public hearing for a 2,400 +/- square foot Starbucks with outdoor dining at 2005 Boston Road
• Discussion of by-law amendments for location and size of accessory buildings (Sections 1.3, 3.9.2 & 4.4.8)
• Discussion of by-law amendments for truck parking restrictions in residential districts (Sections 1.3 & 4.5.2)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for a 2,400 +/- square foot Starbucks building and outdoor dining area. The project requires the demolition of an existing building to accommodate 25 parking spaces and a drive-through queue. The board also approved the meeting minutes from October 20, 2022.

• Approved special permit for Starbucks food service establishment at 2005 Boston Road (4-0)
• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Broadband Committee

The Broadband Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the status of a Digital Equity Grant and the RFQ process for an Owner’s Project Management firm. The body will review revisions to the Digital Access Plan and vote on the final content and order quantity for a brochure.

• Review of Digital Equity Grant application status
• Discussion of RFQ process for Owner’s Project Management firm
• Vote on final content and order quantity for brochure
• Review of Digital Access Plan revisions regarding Spectrum rate increase to $79.99/mo
• Discussion of public outreach for Town Meeting on May 15th

The committee approved the minutes from the February 8 meeting and a revised blog post for WilbrahamFiber.com. Members discussed the lack of responses to the OPM RFQ and the awarding of a Digital Equity Grant to the town.

• Approved minutes of the 2/8/2023 meeting
• Approved blog post for WilbrahamFiber.com with revisions

Finance Committee

The Wilbraham Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the town budget with Town Administrator Nick Breault, vote on budgets, and participate in a Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District (HWRSD) budget roundtable. The committee will also review and revise the department meeting schedule and set future meeting dates.

• Budget discussion with Town Administrator Nick Breault
• Vote on town budgets
• HWRSD budget roundtable
• Review and revise department meeting schedule
• Set future meeting schedule

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will discuss the FY 2024 Budget Proposal and hold a public hearing for entertainment licenses. The meeting includes interviews for the By-Law Study Committee and updates on the Cottage Ave Bridge.

• Public hearing for annual entertainment licenses for GMZ LLC dba Frankie B’s Billiards & Sports Bar at 2957 Boston Road
• FY 2024 Budget Proposal presentation by Town Administrator Nick Breault
• Request for use of public property for 4th Annual Run for Rick’s Place at MRHS, 621 Main Street on 4.29.23
• Discussion of Cottage Ave Bridge and Municibid results
• Consideration of pay rate for Police Captain Arventos

The Select Board recommended a reserve fund transfer for emergency bridge repairs and approved entertainment licenses for Frankie B’s Billiards & Sports Bar. The Board also appointed a member to the By-Law Study Committee and approved a pay rate for a Police Captain.

• Approved use of public property for 4th Annual Run for Rick’s Place (3-0)
• Approved annual Mon-Sat and Sunday entertainment licenses for Frankie B’s Billiards & Sports Bar (3-0)
• Recommended reserve fund transfer of up to $25,556 for Cottage Avenue Bridge repairs (3-0)
• Approved waiver of bidding requirements for emergency repair work on Cottage Avenue-Miller Street bridge (3-0)
• Approved pay rate of $49.37/hour for Police Captain Arventos (3-0)
• Appointed Dave Sanders to the By-Law Study Committee (2-1)
• Appointed Karen Grycel to the Wilbraham Cultural Council (3-0)
• Attested that Chief Ed Lennon is of good moral character and fit for law enforcement employment (3-0)

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will meet to review old business, including finances and current projects. The board will also discuss monument repair and potential future projects.

• Finances
• Monument repair
• Future projects

HWRSD Budget Roundtable Group

The HWRSD School Committee, along with representatives from Hampden and Wilbraham town boards, will meet to discuss the FY23-24 budget overview, transportation costs, capital planning needs, and a potential budget recap for towns. The meeting is a discussion session; no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• FY23-24 Budget Overview presented by Assistant Superintendent for Finance
• Transportation & LPVEC discussion
• Capital Planning Needs/CPA Applications
• Capital Stabilization Fund Discussion
• TWB Closure Discussion

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will hold a budget roundtable meeting to discuss the FY24 budget for the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District and the towns of Wilbraham and Hampden. The meeting is a discussion session, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of FY24 budget for HWRSD and the Towns of Wilbraham and Hampden

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council is meeting to review minutes from January and coordinate materials for W.H.O. The body will also determine a date to meet with the Select Board and continue discussions regarding a Warrant request.

• Review of January meeting minutes
• W.H.O. materials coordination
• Scheduling a meeting with the Select Board
• Discussion on Warrant request

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Playground and Recreation Commission will review the FY24 budget, consider a YMCA lease, and discuss summer basketball and staffing. Committee reports from the Friends of Recreation, Community Preservation, and Open Space will also be presented.

The Commission approved a written play-up request for pinto baseball and authorized payments to Futsal and Harrell’s. The board reviewed budget reports and discussed the YMCA lease for the Rec and Senior Center.

• Approved minutes from June 2022, October 2022, and December 2022
• Approved $4,330.00 payment to Futsal
• Approved $3,879.70 payment to Harrell’s
• Approved written play-up request for pinto baseball

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss motor vehicle, trailer, and real estate and personal property abatement applications. The board will also review exemption applications and invoices.

• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements
• FY2023 real estate and personal property abatement applications
• Exemption applications

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit for a food service establishment. The board will also discuss zoning by-law amendments and review site plan modifications.

• Public hearing for a special permit to allow drive-through window service for Starbucks at 2005 Boston Road
• Administrative change to special permit (SP18-05) for Blue Wave Solar at 126 Beebe Road
• Review of Non Sub Plan 23-02 for 4 & 6 Nokomis Road
• Discussion of zoning by-law amendments for accessory building location and size
• Discussion of zoning by-law amendments for truck parking restrictions in residential districts

The Board authorized a draft approval for a redesigned Starbucks building at 2005 Boston Road and granted administrative approval for stormwater improvements at a solar facility. The Board also approved a non-subdivision plan for Nokomis Road and discussed zoning by-law amendments regarding accessory buildings and truck parking.

• Approved minutes of January 25, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Authorized draft approval with conditions for Starbucks special permit SP23-01 (5-0)
• Granted administrative approval for stormwater control improvements at 126 Beebe Road (4-0)
• Approved Non Sub Plan 23-02 for 4 & 6 Nokomis Road (4-0)

HWRSD Planning Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Planning Subcommittee will discuss building utilization, including enrollment, building capacity, space constraints, and programming, as well as building reconfiguration and the regional agreement. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom and YouTube.

• Discuss building utilization: enrollment, building capacity, space constraints, programming
• Discuss building reconfiguration with Superintendent Provost
• Discuss Regional Agreement

Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee

The committee is meeting to coordinate spring community activities and prepare for a visit from Melissa Graves. Members will also provide updates on the Hiking Club and the Community Preservation Committee.

• Trailwork and tick posting updates
• Correspondence with Cub Scout Leader
• Discussion of New McDonald’s Land CR
• Boy Scout Project status
• Next OSRP public input source

The committee accepted the minutes from the January 31 meeting. Members discussed upcoming spring community activities, trail maintenance, and determined the committee has no opinion on the potential sale of Brainard Park.

• Approved minutes from 1/31 meeting (10-0)
• Decided OSRPC has no opinion on the sale of Brainard Park

Select Board

The board will hold an executive session for collective bargaining and property negotiations, then open session at 7pm to consider FY24 budget proposals, police captain retirement and promotions, and ARPA fund allocations. Several temporary food permits and a special alcohol license are also on the consent agenda.

• Executive session for non-union compensation study, police captain retirement, and union bargaining strategy
• Executive session to discuss real property at 181 Manchonis/4V Mohawk and Senior Center/Parks leases
• Temporary food permits for Sugar Mama Bakery (3/11) and Cousins Maine Lobster food truck (3/5)
• Special alcohol license for Fieldcrest Brewing at Interskate 91 South on Boston Road
• Police captain retirement acceptance, promotion, and sergeant promotional process

The Select Board approved the use of ARPA funds for a new ambulance and awarded two water pump station projects. The Board also accepted a police captain's retirement, promoted a sergeant to captain, and authorized the hiring of a new police officer.

• Approved $310,000 in ARPA funds to purchase an ambulance (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including temporary food permits and a special alcohol license (3-0)
• Approved 2022 Board of Selectmen Annual Report (3-0)
• Awarded Water Instrumentation project to Control Systems of CT and Water Pump Stations Mechanical project to A+ Pumps & Svc, LLC (3-0)
• Accepted retirement of Police Captain Jeffrey Rudinski effective Feb. 17, 2023 (3-0)
• Promoted Police Sergeant Christopher Arventos to Police Captain (3-0)
• Approved Police Chief to initiate Police Sergeant promotional process (3-0)
• Approved hiring of one new Police Officer to fill vacancy (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to review requests for Certificates of Compliance and a tree removal request. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Certificate of Compliance request for 5 Harness Drive
• Certificate of Compliance request for 12 Willow Brook Ln
• Tree removal request for 8 Maynard Road

The Commission approved a Certificate of Compliance for 5 Harness Drive. Requests regarding tree removal at 8 Maynard Road and a Certificate of Compliance for 12 Willow Brook Ln were continued to future meetings.

• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 5 Harness Drive (Unanimous)
• Continued tree removal request for 8 Maynard Road to March 13, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Continued Certificate of Compliance request for 12 Willow Brook Ln to May 8, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Accepted January 23, 2023 minutes as written (Unanimous)
• Accepted February 13, 2023 minutes as written (Unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Village Center Municipal Parking project. The body will also review the town's business directory, website goals, and zoning by-laws.

• Village Center Municipal Parking project RFQ
• Wilbraham business directory
• EDC website content and goals
• Wilbraham Zoning By-Laws overview/training
• Committee mission statement

Broadband Committee

The meeting scheduled for February 23, 2023, was cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. The agenda had listed discussions regarding a Digital Equity Grant and an RFQ process for an Owner’s Project Management firm.

• Cancelled meeting

Select Board

The Wilbraham Select Board meets jointly with the Finance Committee to discuss the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District (HWRSD) budget with district officials and the town budget with the Town Administrator. The board will also review and revise the department meeting schedule and set future meeting dates.

• Budget discussion with HWRSD Assistant Superintendent Aaron Osborne and Superintendent Dr. John Provost
• Budget discussion between Select Board and Town Administrator Nick Bailey
• Review and revision of department meeting schedule

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to hold budget discussions with the HWRSD administration and the Board of Selectmen. The committee will also review and revise its department meeting schedule.

• Budget discussion with HWRSD Asst. Superintendent Aaron Osborne and Superintendent Dr. John Provost
• Budget discussion with Board of Selectmen and Town Administrator Nick Breault
• Review and revision of Department meeting schedule

Historical Commission

The Wilbraham Historical Commission will meet to adopt minutes from January 2022, review and adopt the 2022 town report, and discuss active projects including Town Hall historical pictures, a CPA-funded Tinkham Road monument, and a Memorial School NRHP application. They will also discuss a Stony Hill Road stone wall restoration project for Community Preservation Committee funding.

• Review and adoption of 2022 Historical Commission town report
• Update on Tinkham Road monument (CPA-funded project)
• Memorial School NRHP application submission update
• Discussion of Stony Hill Road stone wall restoration project for CPC funding

The Commission accepted the January meeting minutes and scheduled its next meeting for March 21. Members discussed the status of the Tinkham Road Monument and the Memorial School NRHP application. New signage projects for Maple Street and the "Pesky Sarpent" site were proposed for next year.

• Accepted January minutes unanimously
• Voted to meet on March 21st at 7:00 pm
• Voted to adjourn at 8:45 pm

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss the FY2024 budget update, FY23 second-quarter financials, and the Brooks Room renovation project. Other items include a Library of Things form, volunteer breakfast, and LIFT fundraising status.

• FY2024 Budget update
• FY23 2nd Quarter Financials
• Brooks Room project
• Library of Things form
• Basement cleanout

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will discuss a rate increase for water usage over 10,000 cubic feet, consider removing the sewer cap on multi-family dwellings, and review the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. Other items include tank improvements, abatements, and a water main project on Cottage Ave Bridge.

• Discuss rate increase for water usage over 10,000 CF
• Consider removal of sewer cap on multi-family dwellings
• Fiscal Year 2024 budget review
• Cottage Ave Bridge water main project
• Lead and copper service inventory

The Board approved the proposed FY24 budget subject to minor changes and voted on 13 hardship requests. Members also agreed to support the removal of the sewer cap on multi-family dwellings.

• Approved proposed FY24 budget subject to minor changes
• Approved 8 hardship requests (unanimous)
• Denied 5 hardship requests (unanimous)
• Agreed to support removal of sewer cap on multi-family dwellings (unanimous)
• Voted to not accept January 13, 2023 minutes until next meeting (unanimous)

HWRSD School Committee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee will vote on continuing participation in the METCO program and on implementing an attendance policy for the district's exploratory program. The committee will also hear a student services update, a health update with school data, and an entry findings report from the superintendent. An executive session is scheduled for collective bargaining strategy and student transfer requests.

• Vote to continue participation in METCO program
• Vote to implement 603 CMR 34 (5)(b)(1) attendance in district's exploratory program
• Vote to approve changes to high school program of studies
• Public invited at 6:15 for Mile Tree Presentation
• Executive session for collective bargaining and student transfer requests

Cultural Council

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Playground & Recreation Commission

The Playground and Recreation Commission will meet in person to approve bills totaling over $50,000, including a $33,375 tractor purchase and $5,710 for MyRec software. They will also discuss the FY24 budget, correspondence, committee reports, and new business items such as a summer basketball league, a concession contract, and field maintenance.

• MB Tractor bill for $33,375.04
• MyRec software bill for $5,710.00
• Northern Tree bill for $5,400.00
• NEPM bill for $6,238.10
• Discussion of Spec Pond Summer Basketball League and concession contract

The Commission approved a new concession contract for Spec Pond and prioritized soccer club projects for state earmarks. The board also appointed a new voting member to the baseball committee and established voting procedures for CPC projects.

• Approved 3-year Spec Pond field concession contract for Pafumis
• Recommended Wilbraham Soccer Club Bathrooms as top funded state earmark project
• Recommended Wilbraham Soccer Complex Trenching as second funded state earmark project
• Approved adding Nicole Morin as a voting member to the baseball committee
• Approved that the CPC liaison will vote on behalf of WRC CPC projects on a yearly basis
• Approved bills for MB Tractor ($33,375.04), MyRec ($5,710.00), T-Mobile ($97.68), NEPM ($6,238.10), Northern Tree ($5,400.00), and Mobile ($97.71)
• Tabled discussion on Rec vs Competitive until next meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a request to accept the Cooley Drive extension as a road. Members will also discuss potential zoning by-law amendments regarding accessory buildings, truck parking, and battery energy storage systems.

• Cooley Drive extension road acceptance request
• Zoning amendment discussion: location and size of accessory buildings (Section 4.4.8)
• Zoning amendment discussion: truck parking restrictions in residential districts (Section 4.5.2)
• Zoning amendment discussion: battery energy storage systems (PVPC draft model bylaw)

The Board recommended the adoption of Cooley Drive Extension as a public way, pending DPW approval and road condition inspections. Members also agreed on draft language for zoning amendments regarding accessory buildings and truck parking. The board deferred action on a model by-law for Battery Energy Storage Systems.

• Recommended adoption of Cooley Drive Extension as a public way (5-0)
• Agreed on draft zoning changes to increase accessory building size to 240 square feet
• Agreed on draft zoning to limit storage containers/dumpsters to 60 days without permission
• Agreed on draft zoning to update truck parking GVWR to 12,400 pounds or less
• Deferred Battery Energy Storage Systems model by-law to a future meeting

Finance Committee

The committee is scheduled to discuss budget recommendations from Nick Breault and the Council on Aging budget with Paula Dubord. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Senior Center Project involving representatives from OPM and the Building Committee.

• Budget Discussion - Paula Dubord, COA
• Senior Center Project discussion with Dan Pallotta (OPM) and George Fontaine (Building Committee)
• Budget Discussion - Nick Breault, Budget Recommendations
• HWRSD discussion

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will review the FY 2024 Budget Proposal and consider increased regional dispatch services. The meeting includes approvals for temporary alcohol and food permits for an event at 1872 Boston Road.

• FY 2024 Budget Proposal
• Section 14 Special Alcohol Service application for JRZ Enterprise Inc at 1872 Boston Road
• Temporary Food Establishment Permit for JRZ Enterprise Inc at 1872 Boston Road
• Consideration of Increased Dispatch Regional Service
• Resignations of Police Officers Joshua Gagnon and Nicholas Harney

The Board approved a consent agenda for temporary event permits and accepted the resignations of two police officers. Members also discussed a proposal to expand regional dispatch services to Belchertown and reviewed the FY 2024 budget proposal.

• Approved Section 14 Special Alcohol Service and Temporary Food Establishment permits for JRZ Enterprise Inc (Hanna Devine Restaurant & Bar) at Manny’s Appliances (2-0)
• Accepted resignation of Police Officer Joshua Gagnon effective February 25, 2023 (2-0)
• Accepted resignation of Police Officer Nicholas Harney effective February 28, 2023 (2-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a tree removal request at 8 Maynard Road. They will also consider requests for Certificates of Compliance for 5 Harness Drive and 12 Willow Brook Lane, and approve minutes from the January 23, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing: tree removal request by Brien Couture at 8 Maynard Road
• Certificate of Compliance request for 5 Harness Drive
• Certificate of Compliance request for 12 Willow Brook Lane
• Approval of January 23, 2023 meeting minutes

The Conservation Commission met to discuss a tree removal request at 8 Maynard Road. Because a quorum of members was not present, no motions or votes could take place. The meeting adjourned after a discussion between the applicant and the members present.

HWRSD Policy Subcommittee

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss three specific district policies. The committee will also review MASC Policy Newsletters and Alerts.

• Discussion on Policy KCD PUBLIC GIFTS TO THE SCHOOLS
• Discussion on Policy IKF- GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
• Discussion on Policy JH- STUDENT ABSENCES AND EXCUSES
• Review of MASC Policy Newsletters & Alerts

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and MWRA assessments. The board is considering the removal of the sewer cap on multi-family dwellings and a rate increase for water usage over 10,000 CF.

• Removal of sewer cap on multi-family dwellings
• Rate increase for water usage over 10,000 CF
• Fiscal Year 2024 budget
• MWRA assessment
• Tank improvements

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss estimated funds for FY24 and continue reviewing eight CPA applications. Members may vote on completed applications that have no remaining open questions.

• Review of 8 FY24 CPA applications
• Discussion of estimated funds for FY24
• Potential votes on completed applications

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss motor vehicle, trailer, and real estate and personal property abatement applications. The board will also address FY 2024 Chapter 61A modifications.

• Motor vehicle and trailer excise abatements
• FY2023 Real Estate and Personal Property abatement applications
• Exemption applications
• FY 2024 Chapter 61A and 61A modifications
• Assessors warrants to collect MV 2023 excise

The Board approved two Warrants to Collect totaling $1,971,054.79. During executive session, the Board granted several real estate and personal property abatements and approved specific tax exemptions and a Chapter 61A application.

• Approved Levy 2022 Commitment 07 for $12,614.24 (Unanimous)
• Approved Levy 2023 Commitment 01 for $1,958,440.55 (Unanimous)
• Approved 5 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Abatements totaling $1,094.33 (3-0)
• Approved 3 FY23 Real Estate Exemptions totaling $1,300.00 (3-0)
• Granted 10 Real Estate and Personal Property abatement applications (3-0)
• Denied 6 Real Estate and Personal Property abatement applications (3-0)
• Granted FY2024 Chapter 61A application #12 (3-0)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

HWRSD Curriculum Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates regarding the Early Literacy Grant and professional learning sessions. The committee will also discuss an update to the High School Program of Studies.

• Early Literacy Grant update
• Professional Learning updates from January 20th and February 8th
• High School Program of Studies update

Broadband Committee

The Wilbraham Broadband Advisory Committee will review and potentially amend minutes from its January 26th meeting. Members will receive updates on a Digital Equity grant application and the request for qualifications (RFQ) process for an Owner's Project Management firm. The committee will also discuss marketing materials, including a brochure, lawn signs, and a blog post, as well as public outreach for the May 15th Town Meeting.

• Digital Equity Grant application status update
• RFQ process update for Owner's Project Management firm
• Review of brochure content edits and initial order quantity
• Discussion of lawn signs and promotional items
• Review and vote to publish a blog submission on wilbrahamfiber.com

The committee approved the minutes from the January 26 meeting and a second blog post for WilbrahamFiber.com. An RFQ process was updated with the request for qualifications posted on February 8, with proposals due by March 8.

• Approved 1/26/2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved second blog post for WilbrahamFiber.com (4-0)
• Posted OPM RFQ on 2/8/2023