Winthrop Town, Massachusetts

Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an application for a permit to demolish an existing structure and construct a two-and-a-half-story single-family home on the same footprint at 17 Winthrop Street. The lot is 24,714 square feet. The meeting is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• 17 Winthrop Street – permit to demolish and construct a 2.5-story single-family home on a 24,714 sq ft lot
• Applicants: Darren and Amy Baird, represented by Attorney Brian Dugdale

Fire House Building Committee (FHBC)

The Winthrop Fire House Building Committee will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of previous minutes and a project update from OPM Dan Pallotta and Architect Larry Trim. No specific decisions or financial actions are listed on the agenda.

• Project update from OPM Dan Pallotta and Architect Larry Trim
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Public comment period

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Winthrop Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations will review recent community events and plan upcoming activities. It will consider ways to broaden member recruitment, improve social media outreach, and extend meeting invitations to council members. The commission will also review a letter to the Town Council regarding ICE protocols and address any public comments.

• Recap of June events: Pride potluck, bike ride, pub crawl, Pride flag raising, Juneteenth flag raising
• Planning Accessible Adventures in August with the Commission on Disabilities
• Extending a meeting invite to council members for greater leadership involvement
• Ideas for social media posts and other member recruitment strategies
• Letter to Town Council about ICE protocols

Council On Aging

This meeting of the Winthrop Council on Aging is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed. The agenda includes approval of minutes, program and outreach reports, and the director's report. No public hearings, ordinances, or financial actions are scheduled.

Public Health & Safety

The Public Health, Safety and Public Works Committee will discuss developing a policy balancing sidewalk accessibility (especially ADA requirements) with preserving healthy street trees. They will review alternative sidewalk structures and repair methods, a future street planting plan, and priorities for funding. This is a complex issue with competing priorities.

• Define criteria for when a tree may be saved versus when removal is warranted
• Review alternative sidewalk structures (ramping, flexible pavement, root barriers, sidewalk realignment)
• DPW to present estimated costs per repair method and recommend priorities
• Develop a planting plan with sidewalk-compatible tree species and standards for planting strips
• Explore potential funding sources: capital budget, Chapter 90, grants

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold its annual meeting on July 20, 2026, to present and discuss the draft Annual Plan. The board will also review minutes and financials, and accept public comment. The meeting is open to residents and the public, with remote access available.

• Presentation and discussion of the WHA Annual Plan
• Review of meeting minutes and financials
• Public comment period on the Annual Plan
• Old and new business items as permitted

Town Council

This agenda is for a public listening session hosted by Vice President Swope, not a formal voting meeting. The discussion includes approving minutes, hearing compliments and concerns, brainstorming ideas, and a vision for Winthrop in 2046. No binding decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Introduction and approval of past meeting minutes
• Open floor for compliments and concerns from residents
• Brainstorming ideas that might benefit Winthrop
• Discussion of a vision for Winthrop in 2046

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on multiple financial items including transferring $250,000 from the General Stabilization Fund to close the Snow and Ice deficit, appropriating $110,000 from Free Cash to reserve funds, and transferring $800,000 from Water/Sewer Retained Earnings to a capital stabilization fund. The council will also consider borrowing $1,666,000 for sewer main rehabilitation on Winthrop Street and $1,500,000 for water main replacement on Winthrop Street, both funded through MWRA programs. Additionally, the council will discuss new appointment procedures requiring candidates for policy-making bodies to submit applications and appear before the council.

• Appropriate $1,666,000 for sewer main rehabilitation on Winthrop Street and other areas (MWRA loan/grant)
• Appropriate $1,500,000 for water main replacement at Winthrop Street (MWRA loan)
• Transfer $800,000 from Water/Sewer Retained Earnings to Water/Sewer Capital Stabilization Fund
• Transfer $250,000 from General Stabilization Fund to Snow and Ice account
• Appropriate $110,000 from Free Cash to Compensated Absence Reserve and OPEB Trust funds

Town Council

The Winthrop Town Council will consider multiple appropriations and transfers to close out the fiscal year, including $250,000 from the General Stabilization Fund for snow and ice removal and $800,000 from water/sewer retained earnings to the capital stabilization fund. New business includes borrowing authorizations for sewer main rehabilitation ($1,666,000) and water main replacement ($1,500,000) on Winthrop Street. The council will also vote on requiring Board of Appeals candidates to appear before them and on suspending parking variances.

• Appropriation of $1,666,000 for sewer main rehabilitation on Winthrop St. and other areas via MWRA loan/grant program
• Appropriation of $1,500,000 for water main replacement on Winthrop St. via MWRA Local Water System Assistance Program
• Transfer of $800,000 from Water/Sewer Retained Earnings to Water/Sewer Capital Stabilization Fund
• Transfer of $250,000 from General Stabilization Fund to Snow and Ice Account to close FY26 deficit
• Motion to require Board of Appeals candidates Jason Wright and John Young to appear before the council before a vote on their appointment

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on multiple financial items including borrowing authorizations for sewer main rehabilitation ($1,666,000) and water main replacement ($1,500,000) on Winthrop Street, funded through MWRA programs. Other votes include a $250,000 transfer from the General Stabilization Fund to cover a snow and ice deficit, an $800,000 transfer from water/sewer retained earnings to the capital stabilization fund, and a $110,000 appropriation from free cash to reserve funds. The council will also consider motions requiring Board of Appeals candidates to appear before the council and establishing application requirements for policy-making committee appointments.

• Borrow $1,666,000 for sewer main rehabilitation on Winthrop St and other areas (MWRA 75% grant/25% zero-interest loan)
• Borrow $1,500,000 for water main replacement at Winthrop St (MWRA Local Water System Assistance Program)
• Transfer $250,000 from General Stabilization Fund to Snow & Ice account to close FY26 deficit
• Appropriate $800,000 from Water/Sewer retained earnings to Water/Sewer Capital Stabilization Fund
• Motion to require Board of Appeals candidates Jason Wright and John Young to appear before the council before a vote on their appointment

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Rules & Ordinance body will meet to discuss taxi fee rates. This is the only item listed under new business for this meeting.

• Discussion of taxi fee rates

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several financial actions. Members will vote to transfer $250,000 from the General Stabilization Fund to the Snow & Ice Account. They will also vote to modify General Fund budgets to close the 2026 fiscal year, appropriate $110,000 of certified free cash, and move $800,000 from Water‑Sewer retained earnings to the Water‑Sewer Capital Stabilization Fund.

• Transfer $250,000 from General Stabilization Fund to Snow & Ice Account
• Modify General Fund budgets to facilitate closing of the 2026 fiscal year
• Appropriate $110,000 certified free cash
• Transfer $800,000 from Water‑Sewer Fund retained earnings to Water‑Sewer Capital Stabilization Fund

Rules & Ordinance

The Rules and Ordinance Committee will discuss revising the Town Council Rules and Procedures and a proposed change to allow small commercial vehicles in the resident parking sticker program (Chapter 10.48). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. No final votes are scheduled; items are only under discussion.

• Discussion of Town Council Rules and Procedures, Sections 1-4
• Review of previous R&O Committee recommendations on Council rules
• Councilor Romano's recommended motions on Council procedures
• Discussion of small commercial vehicle allowance for resident parking stickers under Chapter 10.48
• Approval of minutes from June 11, 2026

Board of Appeals

The Winthrop Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an application to convert a hotel at 312 Shirley Street into a 30-unit apartment building, requiring a permit and variances for use and parking. The board will also continue a hearing on a proposal to reduce relief at 50 Somerset Street, with no new relief requested. Minutes from March and April 2026 will be reviewed.

• Public hearing on File 2026-004: converting 312 Shirley Street hotel to 30-unit apartments, requesting use and parking variances
• Continued hearing on File 2024-015: reducing original relief for 50 Somerset Street, no new relief sought
• Review of meeting minutes from March and April 2026

Town Council

The Winthrop Town Council will hold a public meeting to hear community input. Participants will brainstorm ideas that could benefit Winthrop and consider a long‑term vision for the town in 2046. No formal actions are scheduled; the discussion is informational.

• Compliments and Concerns (6:10‑6:25)
• Brainstorming ideas that might benefit Win (6:25‑6:40)
• A Vision for Winthrop in 2046 (6:40‑6:55)

Public Health & Safety

The Public Health Safety & Works Committee is discussing a framework for measuring and recognizing departmental performance. The committee will consider methods for oversight, corrective actions when expectations are not met, and protocols for reviewing major incidents.

• Discussion of criteria for 'strong performance' across departments
• Potential adoption of a recognition framework for outstanding performance
• Proposal of a performance review process and 'lessons learned' protocol

Fire House Re-Use Committee

This is the inaugural meeting of the Fire House Re-Use Committee. The agenda is purely procedural: the committee will review its purpose and charge, and elect a chair and secretary/clerks no substantive decisions on the future use of the fire house are scheduled.

• Review of committee purpose and charge
• Election of committee officers (chair and secretary/cleark)

Conservation Commission

The Winthrop Conservation Commission will hold continued public hearings for three DEP files on Faun Bar Avenue involving retaining walls, stairs, and a deck. New business includes an extension permit for an Order of Conditions at 44 Faun Bar Ave and a Request for Determination of Applicability at 20 Argyle St. by Massachusetts Electric Company. General discussion is also scheduled.

• Continued hearing DEP File #082-0571 for retaining wall and stairs at 44 Faun Bar Ave (applicants Jarid Siegel & Emily Dally)
• Continued hearing DEP File #082-0570 for retaining wall, stairs, and deck at 50 Faun Bar Ave (applicant Jonathon Lamaster)
• Continued hearing DEP File #082-0569 for retaining wall and stairs at 58-60 Faun Bar Ave (applicant Chuck Kubik)
• WPA form 7 extension permit for Order of Conditions at 44 Faun Bar Ave
• WPA form 1 Request for Determination of Applicability at 20 Argyle St. by Massachusetts Electric Company

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Retirement Board will vote on several personnel actions, including the enrollment of four new firefighters (Harry Benson, Adam Lundberg, Jason Rich, Nathan Rich) with salary amounts ranging from $56,881 to $62,000, and the voluntary superannuation retirement of nurse Carol Benson. The board will also approve a refund of deductions to the beneficiary of deceased DPW mechanic John Lyons. Other routine items include approval of financial statements, warrants, and fund transfers.

• Vote to enroll four new firefighters: Harry Benson ($56,881.27), Adam Lundberg ($58,804.17), Jason Rich ($62,000.58), Nathan Rich ($58,804.17), all effective June 8, 2026 at 9% + 2%.
• Vote to approve Carol Benson's voluntary superannuation Option B retirement, effective June 30, 2026 (nurse, 18 years of service).
• Vote to approve refund of $John D. Lyons' accumulated deductions to beneficiary Janelle Levesque (deceased DPW mechanic).
• Vote to approve Eastern Bank Statement and Reconciliation for May 2026, $401,035.05.
• Vote to approve transfer of funds from PRIM to Eastern Bank for July 2026 payroll and accounts payable.

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council is holding a brief meeting to handle general administrative business and discuss recruitment of new members. No specific grant decisions or project proposals are listed on the agenda.

• General business discussion
• New member recruitment efforts

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review correspondence, memoranda, and other writings. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending Appellate Tax Board cases, abatement and exemption applications, and other confidential matters. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Review of all correspondence, memoranda, bulletins, and emails presented to the board
• Possible executive session for pending Appellate Tax Board cases and fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority is holding a regular meeting with standard agenda items including call to order, roll call, minutes review, financials, public comment, and old/new business. No specific proposals or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Call to Order and Roll Call
• Review of Minutes and Financials
• Public Comment period
• Old Business and New Business (no details provided)
• Adjournment

Board of License Commission

The Winthrop Board of License Commissioners will meet to review and sign an Entertainment License and a Common Victualler License. They will also consider allowing on-premise alcohol licenses to operate until 3:00 AM through July 31, 2026. The meeting includes public comment and adjournment.

• Review and sign an Entertainment License
• Review and sign a Common Victualler License
• Consider allowing ABCC on-premise licenses to operate until 3:00 AM through July 31, 2026

Memorials Committee

The Winthrop Memorials Committee meeting on June 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Veterans Agent Room‑E.B. Newton Lower Level will consider dedication of memorials. The agenda notes that items listed are anticipated by the Chair and may be discussed, but not all listed items are guaranteed to be addressed. No specific decisions or contracts are detailed in the agenda.

• Dedication discussion of memorials

Memorials Committee

The Winthrop Memorials Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss pending dedications and review existing dedicated memorials. The agenda includes roll call and adjournment, with no specific projects or financial items listed.

• Discussion of dedication requests
• Review of existing dedicated memorials

School Committee

The Winthrop School Committee will hold a regular meeting on June 15, 2026, to vote on the final FY27 budget and approve multiple warrants totaling over $1.27 million. The agenda also includes personnel actions such as new hires, resignations, and retirements, as well as discussion of student handbooks and field use by community groups.

• Final FY27 Budget Vote
• Approval of Warrants: $291,331.70 (SVW26-22) and $984,738.60 (SPW26-24)
• Resignations: Catherine Domina (WHS Math), Oliver Domina (WMS ELA), Fernando Martin (ESP)
• New Hires and Appointments under Personnel
• Discussion of Winthrop Flag Football, Girls' Flag Football, and Miller Field use

Planning Board

The Winthrop Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a proposal for a mixed-use building at 210 Capricorn Street in the Center Business District. The project includes 19 residential units and 1 commercial unit. The Board will also review meeting minutes from March and April 2026.

• Continued public hearing for mixed-use building at 210 Capricorn: 19 residential units, 1 commercial unit (Applicant: Winthrop Series LLC/Attorney Terence Delehanty)
• Review of Planning Board meeting minutes from March and April 2026

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

This meeting covers routine approvals, reports from the chair and director, and discussion of several items labeled 'e Splits', 'e Trees', 'e Policies', a 250th anniversary update, and new items. The agenda is light on specifics, with most items appearing to be administrative or informal discussions.

• 250th anniversary update
• Policy discussions under 'e Policies'
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Rules & Ordinance

The Rules & Ordinance Committee will meet on June 11, 2026, to discuss ORC Committee recommendations on town ordinances, including a proposed new ordinance regulating motorized scooters and electric bikes. The committee will also review Town Council rules and procedures and consider allowing small commercial vehicles under the resident parking sticker program. Public comment will be heard.

• New ordinance 8.20.071: Motorized Scooters/Electric Bikes
• Review of Town Council Rules and Procedures, Sections 1–4
• Small commercial vehicle allowance for resident parking sticker (Chapter 10.48)

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District School Committee is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, personnel reports, bids, and communications, as well as an executive session for collective bargaining. No specific actions or discussions are detailed in the agenda.

Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management

The Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control and Wetlands Management District Board will meet on June 11, 2026 at 118 Tenney Street in Georgetown. Commissioners will review and approve the May 14, 2026 meeting minutes, and vote on a six‑month contract extension for J. Moak. The agenda also includes a public comment period, district updates, and adjournment.

• Review and approval of May 14, 2026 minutes – vote required
• J. Moak six‑month contract extension – vote required
• Public comment/input session
• District updates presentation
• Meeting conducted in person and via Zoom per remote‑meeting provisions

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Winthrop Commission on Disabilities will discuss updates on its speaker series, resource book, and the Safety Net program, where a dispute over funding credit and grant ineligibility due to 3A non-compliance was raised. The commission will also elect officers and plan for a Pride Potluck event on June 13.

• Speaker series: March 25 (Staying in Your Home by BCIL), April 29 (ADUs), May 27 (Building Your Medical Team) all at Senior Center, 1 p.m.
• Resource book may need reprint; to be posted on website
• Safety Net update: Meredith Hurley presented to Town Council but did not credit WCOD for funding 100% of program with 22G funds; grant ineligibility due to 3A non-compliance noted
• Pride Potluck on June 13, 2-6 p.m. at Ingleside Park; need volunteers for table
• Election of officers

Memorials Committee

The Winthrop Memorials Committee meeting on June 10, 2025 will begin with roll call, consider discussion items related to dedicating memorials, review any dedicated memorials, and then adjourn. The agenda notes that items are anticipated by the chair and may or may not be discussed.

• Roll Call
• Dedication Discussion(s)
• Dedicated Memorials
• Adjournment

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations will discuss and potentially decide on a letter to the Town Council regarding ICE protocols. The meeting also includes updates on the June 13th Pride Potluck and Pride Ride, reflections on the June 2nd Pride flag raising, and brainstorming ideas for Juneteenth. Members may also explore reaching out to similar groups outside Winthrop and inviting council members to future meetings.

• Letter to Town Council about ICE protocols
• Update on June 13th Pride Potluck and Pride Ride
• Reflections on Pride flag raising on June 2, 2026
• Ideas for Juneteenth (June 19) celebration
• Potential meeting with another group's CDICR or Human Rights Coalition

Town Council

The Winthrop Town Council will vote on adopting the FY27 General Fund operating budget of $68,361,037, along with enterprise fund budgets for the Larsen Rink, Recreation, Harbormaster, Water & Sewer, and Solid Waste. The council will also review and vote on the Massport PILOT agreement, consider committee appointments, and act on two financial motions: a $160,000 free cash appropriation to revolving funds and authorization of $20,232.45 in unpaid prior-year bills.

• Adoption of FY27 General Fund operating budget ($68,361,037) and enterprise fund budgets
• Appropriation of $1,450,000 to the Education Stabilization Fund for FY27
• Review and vote on the Massport PILOT agreement
• Appropriation of $160,000 from Free Cash to Pauline Street Revolving (Gym) and EB Newton Revolving funds
• Authorization to pay $20,232.45 in unpaid bills from prior fiscal years

Board of Health

The Winthrop Board of Health will consider proposed cottage food regulations and cat regulations at this meeting. Updates from the Director of Public Health and Clinical Services and the Commissioner of Inspectional Services are also on the agenda. The board will review minutes from May 12, 2026, and take public comment.

• Discussion of Cottage Food Regulations
• Discussion of Cat Regulations
• Director of Public Health and Clinical Services update
• Commissioner of Inspectional Services update
• Review of minutes from May 12, 2026

Board of Assessors

This is a routine meeting of the Winthrop Board of Assessors. The Board will review any and all correspondence, memoranda, bulletins, and emails presented. It may enter into executive session to discuss pending Appellate Tax Board cases, fiscal year abatement and exemption applications, and other confidential information. No specific action items or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Review of all correspondence and memoranda
• Possible executive session for Appellate Tax Board cases and abatement/exemption applications

Fire House Building Committee (FHBC)

The Prequalification Subcommittee of the Winthrop Fire House Building Committee will meet to review and vote on the General Contractor and Filed Sub-Bidders for construction of the new fire station. This is a decision-making step toward awarding contracts for the project.

• Review and vote on General Contractor and Filed Sub-Bidders for new fire station construction

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will review and vote on the minutes from the May meeting. It will provide updates on the Pecha Kucha planning for affordable‑housing outreach and on adding affordability information to the town website. The meeting includes a public comment period and a reminder of the next meeting on July 13 in the Gathering Room.

• Review and vote on minutes of May meeting
• Pecha Kucha planning update (date, materials, outreach, speakers, tech support)
• Add additional affordability information to town website
• Public comment period
• Reminder: next meeting July 13 in the Gathering Room

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings for three continued projects on Faun Bar Avenue involving retaining walls and stairs. New business includes a request for determination of applicability for a retaining wall and patio at 265 Court Rd and a certificate of compliance at 279 Shirley St. The commission will also discuss a plan for phragmite removal presented last year.

• Continued public hearing for retaining wall and stairs at 44 Faun Bar Ave (DEP 082-0571)
• Continued public hearing for retaining wall, stairs, and deck at 50 Faun Bar Ave (DEP 082-0570)
• Continued public hearing for retaining wall and stairs at 58-60 Faun Bar Ave (DEP 082-0569)
• Request for determination of applicability for retaining wall and patio at 265 Court Rd
• Request for certificate of compliance at 279 Shirley St

Town Council

The Town Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 General Fund Operating Budget of $68,361,037, along with enterprise fund budgets for water/sewer, solid waste, recreation, harbormaster, and Larsen Rink. Also on the agenda are votes to appropriate free cash, transfer $250,000 from stabilization to snow and ice, and authorize unpaid bills. Public hearings will be held on closing out FY26. Discussions include scooter regulations, tree ordinance amendments, and sidewalk improvements.

• Adopt FY27 General Fund Operating Budget: $68,361,037
• Transfer $250,000 from General Stabilization Fund to Snow & Ice Account
• Appropriate $110,000 certified free cash and $160,000 free cash to revolving funds
• Adopt Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget: $11,845,514.50
• Discuss ordinance amendments on scooters and use variance (17.52.030)

Fire House Building Committee (FHBC)

This meeting is primarily procedural, including approval of prior minutes and a project update from the owner's project manager and architect. The committee will also hold open discussion and take public comment.

• Project update from OPM Dan Pallotta and architect Larry Trim

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider two motions: appropriating $160,000 from Certified Free Cash to the Pauline St Revolving (Gym) Fund and the EB Newton Revolving Fund, and authorizing payment of unpaid prior-year bills. The meeting will also include roll call and approval of prior minutes.

• Motion to appropriate $160,000 from Certified Free Cash to Pauline St Revolving (Gym) Fund
• Motion to appropriate $160,000 from Certified Free Cash to EB Newton Revolving Fund
• Motion to authorize payment of unpaid bills from prior year(s)

Winthrop Public Schools

The Sick Leave Bank Sub-committee of the Winthrop Public Schools will meet on June 1, 2026 at 5:30pm. The sole agenda item is a request to the Sick Leave Bank. This is a procedural meeting of a sub-committee.

• Sick Leave Bank Request

Tree Committee

The Winthrop Tree Committee will discuss hearings for trees to be cut down, including a specific tree raised by constituent emails. Updates will be given on the Fire Station Project, Revere Street Project watering, and the Liberty Tree celebration for the 250-year anniversary. A key discussion involves the tree inventory with town GIS, which the committee plans to bring to the Town Council and Town Manager.

• Discussion of hearings for trees to be cut down
• Tree in question per constituent emails
• Fire Station Project update
• Revere Street Project watering update
• Update on tree inventory with town GIS to be presented to Town Council and Town Manager

School Committee

The School Committee will consider and likely vote on ratifying four collective bargaining agreements with the Winthrop Teacher's Association covering teachers, educational support personnel, secretarial staff, and nurses. Other business includes approval of warrants totaling over $1.6 million, personnel actions such as resignations and retirements, and public comment.

• Warrant SVW26-21 for $390,979.97
• Payroll Warrant SPW26-23 for $1,149,864.13
• Prior year invoices for $92,777.06
• Resignation of Madelyn Zanini, Grade 3 Teacher
• Retirements of Deborah Amaral (ESP) and Carol Benson (Nurse)

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Middle School Site Council will meet on May 28, 2026, via Zoom to discuss the School Improvement Plan. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Discussion of the School Improvement Plan

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

This is a routine meeting of the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region's JPOC. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, FY23 and FY24 budget updates, and a discussion of FY23 cost savings. No specific votes or new actions are listed; the items are largely procedural and informational.

• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2026 JPOC meeting
• FY23 and FY24 budget updates (no dollar amounts specified)
• FY23 cost savings discussion

Finance Commission

This meeting is largely procedural, with roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment. The only substantive item is a discussion regarding the School Department in advance of the June 2, 2026 Town Council meeting. No specific decisions, votes, or financial figures are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion prior to Town Council meeting on June 2, 2026 regarding School Department

Town Council

This listening post will review minutes, take public comment, and then discuss using artificial intelligence to synthesize ideas from the prior meeting, including asking AI questions about Winthrop and developing an event plan. No formal decisions are expected.

• Discussion on using AI to generate event plans from previous meeting ideas (no dollar amounts or specific projects named)

Rules & Ordinance

The Winthrop Rules & Ordinance board will discuss an amendment to ordinance 17.52.030 concerning a use variance, reviewing related submissions and amendments. The board will also consider the ORC Committee's recommendation for a new ordinance, 8.20.071, that would regulate motorized scooters and electric bikes. Additional agenda items include public comment, discussion of town council rules and procedures, and the usual procedural matters.

• Ordinance amendment 17.52.030 Use Variance – review submissions and amendments
• ORC Committee recommendation: New Ordinance 8.20.071 for motorized scooters/electric bikes
• Discussion of Town Council Rules and Procedures
• Public Comment

Public Health & Safety

This meeting of the Public Health, Safety and Public Works Committee is a workshop to coordinate long-term planning between DPW, Planning, and Finance. The goal is to move from short-term projects to a collaborative, risk-managed approach—for example, avoiding paving a road only to dig it up for water main work a year later. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the committee will discuss infrastructure lifecycles, project sequencing, capital financing, and procedural changes.

• Discussion of infrastructure lifecycle and project sequencing led by Director of Public Works/Engineering
• Aligning land use and zoning with infrastructure capacity via Planning and Development staff
• Town Manager/CFO to present long-term capital financing and grant strategies
• Review of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) 5-year outlook and infrastructure asset inventory
• Identifying shared vulnerabilities such as climate and funding risks under 'Shared Risk & Resiliency' topic

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Retirement Board will vote on accepting six new police officers into the retirement system, each with a 9% + 2% contribution rate and specified salaries. The board will also approve financial statements, fund transfers, and refunds, and discuss an executive session and a PERAC memo.

• Vote to approve bank statement and reconciliation for April 2026 totaling $752,278.27
• Vote to approve transfer of funds from PRIM to Eastern Bank for June 2026 payroll
• Vote to accept six new police officers: Christopher Miccichi ($64,788.75), Mia Martucci ($58,502.80), Geraldo Bendo ($58,502.80), Shawn Connolly ($58,502.80), Matthew Correale ($58,502.80), Christopher Finn ($58,502.80)
• Vote to approve refund of accumulated deductions for Viviana Solorzano, Gavin Broderick, and transfer for Sara Kristina Casaletto
• Discussion regarding June 23, 2026 executive session

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Contributory Retirement System Board will vote on the Cost‑of‑Living Adjustment (COLA) to be applied to member benefits starting July 1, 2026. The Social Security Administration announced a COLA of 2.8 % for that date. Under Chapter 32, Section 103(c), the board may adopt the 2.8 % rate or increase it up to 3.0 % as allowed by Section 103(i). The decision will be recorded in the meeting minutes.

• Vote on Cost‑of‑Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.8 % effective July 1 2026, with authority to raise up to 3.0 % per Chapter 32, Section 103(i)
• Reference: PERAC Memo #5, 2026 COLA Notice

Winthrop Housing Authority

This is a regular meeting of the Winthrop Housing Authority with routine procedural items. The main substantive item is discussion of the FY2027 Capital Improvement Plan and Annual Plan.

• Discussion of FY2027 Capital Improvement Plan and Annual Plan

Finance Commission

The Winthrop Finance Commission will hold a meeting with a roll call, approval of minutes, and a general discussion from the Assessors Department. No specific votes, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda. This appears to be a procedural meeting with limited actionable items.

• Roll call and approval of minutes
• General discussion with Assessors Department

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop School Committee will meet in executive session to conduct collective bargaining negotiations with Unit A Teachers and Unit C Educational Support Personnel. The meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2026 at Winthrop High School Library. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda; it is a discussion-only negotiation session.

• Executive session for Unit A Teachers collective bargaining
• Executive session for Unit C Educational Support Personnel (E.S.P.) collective bargaining
• Meeting at Winthrop High School Library, 400 Main Street

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will discuss parking and traffic flow on Crystal Cove Ave between Shirley St and Hillside Ave. They will also review recent changes to bus service frequency and explore potential areas for Project Crosswalk Phase 2. The meeting includes general discussion of parking, traffic, and transportation issues.

• Discuss parking and traffic flow on Crystal Cove Ave between Shirley St and Hillside Ave
• Discuss recent changes to the frequency of bus service
• Discuss potential area of discussion for Project Crosswalk Phase 2
• Review minutes from previous meeting
• General committee discussion of parking, traffic, transportation, and committee issues

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region Planning and Preparedness Subcommittee meets remotely to discuss budget updates for fiscal years 2023-2024 and begin deliberations for FY25/26. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting and old/new business. No specific funding amounts or project names are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of 3/26/2026 meeting minutes
• FY23/FY24 budget updates
• FY25/26 budget discussion
• Old and new business items

Board of License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will review and sign several license applications, including seasonal outdoor dining, used car, coin operated laundry, farmer's market wine, change of manager, one-day alcohol, and taxi/livery licenses. Old business includes signing a malt, wine and cordial license. All items are routine renewals or new permits with no fiscal amounts listed.

• Review and sign Seasonal Outdoor Dining License
• Review and sign Farmer's Market Wine License
• Review and sign One Day Alcohol License
• Review and sign Change of Manager License
• Sign Malt, Wine and Cordial License (old business)

Town Council

The council will vote on appropriating $160,000 from certified free cash to close out FY26 revolving funds for Pauline Street Gym and EB Newton, and authorize $20,232.45 in unpaid prior year bills. They will also discuss ordinance amendments including use variances and scooter regulations, and a proclamation recognizing Juneteenth. A letter on MBTA bus route changes affecting Point Shirley residents is on the agenda.

• Vote to appropriate $160,000 free cash to Pauline Street Gym and EB Newton revolving funds
• Vote to authorize $20,232.45 in unpaid prior year bills from current departmental budgets
• Discussion of Ordinance Amendment 17.52.030 on Use Variance
• Discussion of scooter ordinance recommendations from the Rules & Ordinance Committee
• Proclamation declaring June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth National Independence Day in Winthrop

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

This is a planning meeting of the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region's Medical Surge Subcommittee. Members will discuss revamping the subcommittee, review its background and the grant process, and set strategic direction. No binding votes or specific funding decisions are on the agenda.

• Discussion on revamping the UASI Med Surge Subcommittee
• Review of the subcommittee's background and purpose
• Overview of the grant process for the UASI program
• Setting strategic direction for future activities

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Library Board of Trustees will meet on May 14, 2026 to review building updates, policies, the library’s 250th anniversary update, book borrowing information, and new items. The agenda also includes a chair report, director report, and a public comment period. No specific decisions beyond routine agenda items are noted.

• Building updates
• Policy review
• 250th anniversary update
• Book borrowing report
• New items acquisition

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District School Committee will meet on May 14, 2026. The agenda includes standard items such as call to order, citizen participation, and approval of minutes. An executive session will be held to discuss collective bargaining. Additional topics include personnel reports, bids, and unfinished business.

• Collective bargaining – executive session
• Personnel reports
• Bids
• Reports & communications
• Unfinished business

Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management

The Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control and Wetlands Management District Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on changing V. MacLean's hours to full-time status and to certify the FY27 budget with the State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board. The board will also review and approve the April 9, 2026, meeting minutes and discuss Integrated Pest Management and Best Management Practice Plans. Public comment will be heard.

• Vote on V. MacLean increase hours to full time status
• FY27 budget SRB certification
• Review and approval of April 9, 2026, minutes
• Integrated Pest Management and Best Management Practice Plans discussion

Finance Commission

This is a procedural meeting with roll call, approval of minutes, and general discussion of the School Department. No specific votes, proposals, or financial figures are listed. The agenda is largely boilerplate.

• General discussion of the School Department

Council On Aging

This meeting of the Winthrop Council on Aging is entirely procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions listed beyond standard reports and business items.

Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold continued public hearings on two related cases at 190 and 54 Otis Street, where the applicant seeks variances to build a 2.5-story single-family home on a 4,000-square-foot lot (minimum 5,000 required) and to address non-conforming conditions on an adjoining lot. The board will also consider a six-month extension of a previously issued variance for 54 Wilshire Street. Meeting minutes from April 16, 2026, are scheduled for review.

• Continued hearing: Variance request for minimum lot size (5,000 sq ft required vs. 4,000 sq ft existing) to construct a 2.5-story single-family home at 190 Otis Street (Lot 190).
• Continued hearing: Variance request for pre-existing non-conforming lot (Lot 189) at 54 Otis Street regarding minimum lot size, side yard, and off-street parking.
• Extension request: 6-month extension of a variance issued June 30, 2025, for 54 Wilshire Street.
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from April 16, 2026.

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools School Committee will meet on May 13, 2026 at 7:00 pm in the WHS Library at Winthrop High School, 400 Main Street. The Chair expects to enter executive session to conduct collective bargaining with Unit C Educational Support Personnel. Items listed are anticipated topics; actual discussion may differ.

• Unit C Educational Support Personnel (E.S.P.) collective bargaining session
• Potential executive session for bargaining discussions
• Meeting scheduled for May 13, 2026 at 7:00 pm
• Location: WHS Library, Winthrop High School, 400 Main Street

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop School Committee will hold a closed executive session to conduct collective bargaining with Unit A teachers. No public votes or discussions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for negotiations on the teachers' collective bargaining agreement.

• Executive session for Unit A Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations
• Meeting location: Winthrop High School Library, 400 Main Street

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Winthrop Commission on Disabilities will approve minutes from March 2026 and receive updates on its Speaker Series, including past events on staying at home and ADUs and an upcoming event on building a medical team. Members will also hear updates on Deer Island (cost changes for pedi-bikes and WMEX), the Resource Book, and Project Safety Net, and plan volunteer activities for the June 13 Pride Potluck.

• Speaker Series: May 27 talk on building a medical team and effective advocacy at Senior Center
• Deer Island update: WMEX fee increased to $2,000 from $1,500; pedi-bikes decreased slightly
• Pride Potluck June 13 at Ingleside Park; volunteers needed for table with resource books and postcards
• Resource Book copies available in Denise’s office
• Project Safety Net update (status) to be given by Hannah

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations will meet to discuss new business including an update on the June 13th Pride Potluck and Pride Ride, a Pride Proclamation by Councilor Dimes, and recognition of AAPI Heritage Month. Old business includes expanding membership and finalizing a letter to the Town Council about ICE protocols. The meeting also includes public comment and review of previous minutes.

• Update on June 13th Pride Potluck and Pride Ride
• Pride Proclamation put forth by Councilor Dimes
• Recognition of May as AAPI Heritage Month
• Expanding commission membership
• Letter to Town Council about ICE protocols

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council will hold a meeting to discuss general business, recruit new members, and review a postcard design. The agenda is procedural with no major decisions, funding allocations, or public hearings.

• General business discussion
• New member recruitment
• Postcard design review

Scholarship Committee

The Scholarship Committee will vote for a Chair and Secretary, approve prior meeting minutes, and select recipients for the 2026 Rona Mael Scholarship and allocate the Facella Scholarship Fund. These decisions determine how scholarship funds are distributed to local students.

• Election of Scholarship Committee Chair and Secretary
• Approval of May 19, 2025, meeting minutes
• Selection of 2026 Rona Mael Scholarship award(s)
• Allocation of 2026 Facella Scholarship Fund

Rules & Ordinance

The Winthrop Rules & Ordinance Committee will meet on May 12, 2026 to discuss and potentially vote on approving video recordings of committee meetings, a Houseboat Ordinance, and amendments to town rules. They will also review ordinance recommendations from the Tree Committee and discuss a use variance amendment (17.52.030). No decisions are final until a full council vote.

• Vote to approve video recordings of committee meetings for public posting
• Discussion of Houseboat Ordinance
• Motion to amend Town Council Rules & Procedures Rule 2 (b) (c)
• Review of tree-related ordinance recommendation from Tree Committee
• Discussion of Ordinance Amendment 17.52.030 Use Variance

Board of Health

The Winthrop Board of Health will receive updates from the Director of Public Health and the Commissioner of Inspectional Services. It will discuss the letter grading system for food establishments and food trucks, proposed cottage‑food regulations, and the issue of dogs in Ingleside Skate Park. The meeting may also consider items for the next agenda.

• Letter grading of food establishments and food trucks
• Cottage food regulations
• Dogs in Ingleside Skate Park
• Director of Public Health and Clinical Services update
• Commissioner of Inspectional Services update

School Committee

The committee will review minutes from April 27, 2026, and process payroll warrants. Personnel matters include several resignations and job postings for various school positions.

• Resignations: Andrew Rowley (WMS Social Studies), Lindsay Jamgochian (E.S.P., ATC), and Joseph Lowe (WHS Physical Ed)
• Job postings for Interim Principal at WMS, Winter Coach positions, and a Social Studies Teacher at WMS
• Field use by Club Desportivo Faialense, Parks & Recreation, and Winthrop Youth Lacrosse at Miller Field
• Executive Session regarding Winthrop Teachers Association collective bargaining

Planning Board

The Winthrop Planning Board will review a referral from the Town Council to recommend an amendment to Town Ordinance Use Variance 17.52.030. The board will also review meeting minutes from March 16 and April 13, 2026.

• Referral from Town Council for Planning Board recommendation on amending Use Variance ordinance 17.52.030

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will vote on minutes from recent meetings and discuss old business including outreach to realtors, planning a Pecha Kucha event, and adding affordability info to the town website. A new appointment to the North Suburban Consortium will be considered. Public comment will be taken.

• Review and vote on minutes from November through April meetings
• Appointment of Cheryl McCormick to North Suburban Consortium
• Planning for Pecha Kucha housing event: date, materials, outreach
• Adding additional information on affordability to town website
• Public comment period

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission is meeting for a procedural session including roll call, approval of prior minutes, and a general discussion under the Public Health department. No specific votes, contracts, or financial actions are listed on the agenda.

• General discussion of Public Health department matters

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to conduct collective bargaining sessions. The Chair anticipates entering an Executive Session for these negotiations.

• Unit C: Educational Support Personnel (E.S.P.) Collective Bargaining Agreement

School Committee

The Winthrop School Committee will meet on May 6, 2026. The agenda notes a Clerks‑Secretaries Negotiations Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the WHS Library at Winthrop High School, 400 Main Street. The Chair expects to go into executive session to conduct collective‑bargaining talks with the Winthrop Teacher’s Association Secretarial Unit. Items listed are tentative and may change.

• Clerks‑Secretaries Negotiations Meeting at 7:00 p.m., WHS Library, Winthrop High School, 400 Main Street
• Executive session for collective bargaining with Winthrop Teacher’s Association Secretarial Unit

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region's CBRNE Subcommittee is holding a remote meeting to discuss FY23/FY24 budget updates and an overview of FY25/FY26. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes and old/new business. No specific funding amounts or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• FY23/FY24 budget updates
• FY25/FY26 budget overview

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold continued public hearings on three proposed retaining wall and stairs projects at 44, 50, and 58-60 Faun Bar Avenue. A new Request for Determination of Applicability at 215 Court Rd. will also be discussed. The meeting includes general discussion and approval of minutes.

• Continued public hearing DEP File #082-0571 for retaining wall and stairs at 44 Faun Bar Avenue
• Continued public hearing DEP File #082-0570 for retaining wall, stairs, and deck at 50 Faun Bar Avenue
• Continued public hearing DEP File #082-0569 for retaining wall and stairs at 58-60 Faun Bar Avenue
• New Business: WPA Form 1 Request for Determination of Applicability at 215 Court Rd.

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on two appropriations: transferring $85,617.41 from the Health Cycle Program to the Tipping Fees-Solid Waste Enterprise Fund, and appropriating $30,000 from the Handicap Parking Fines Account for expenses benefiting persons with disabilities. The council will also review recommendations from the Ordinance Committee and the Tree Committee on town ordinances. Old business includes a vote on posting video recordings of committee meetings and a motion to amend council rules. New business features a Pride Month proclamation, an update on the Houseboat Ordinance, and discussion of June meeting dates for the FY27 budget.

• Appropriate and transfer $85,617.41 from Fund 527 Health Cycle Program to Tipping Fees-Solid Waste Enterprise Fund
• Appropriate $30,000 from Handicap Parking Fines Account for expenses benefiting persons with disabilities
• Review Ordinance Committee recommendations on town ordinances
• Review Tree Committee recommendation on town ordinances
• Vote to approve posting video recordings of committee meetings

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on two appropriations: transferring $85,617.41 from the Health-Recycle Program to the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund for tipping fees, and appropriating $30,000 from handicap parking fines for programs benefiting persons with disabilities. The council will also review ordinance committee recommendations including amendments to traffic definitions, street sweeping, water service lead removal, and new rules for motorized scooters and electric bikes. Old business includes a vote to require recording and posting of committee meetings, and an amendment to council rules on agenda submission.

• Appropriate and transfer $85,617.41 from Fund 527 Health-Recycle Program to Tipping Fees account in Solid Waste Enterprise Fund
• Appropriate $30,000 from Handicap Parking Fines Account for expenses to benefit persons with disabilities
• Review ordinance recommendations: amendments to Traffic Definitions, Street Sweeping, Public Notifications, Construction by Town, Meter Tampering, new ordinances on Lead Removal for Water Services and Motorized Scooters/Electric Bikes
• Vote to approve recording and posting of committee meetings with virtual attendance within 72 weekday hours
• Discussion of Town Council June meeting dates in relation to FY27 budget

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss two proposed appropriations: a transfer of $85,617.41 from the Health Cycle Program to the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund, and a $30,000 appropriation from the Handicap Parking Fines Account for expenses benefiting persons with disabilities. The meeting includes a public comment period before adjournment.

• Appropriate and transfer $85,617.41 from Fund 527 Health Cycle Program to Tipping Fees-Solid Waste Enterprise Fund
• Appropriate $30,000 from Handicap Parking Fines Account for expenses benefiting persons with disabilities

Board of Assessors

The Winthrop Board of Assessors will meet on May 5, 2026, to review correspondence, memoranda, and other written materials. They may enter executive session to discuss pending Appellate Tax Board cases, fiscal year abatement and exemption applications, and other confidential information.

• Review of all correspondence, memoranda, bulletins, and emails presented to the board
• Possible entry into executive session for pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Discussion of fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Tree Committee

The Winthrop Tree Committee will hold a public hearing on May 4, 2026, to consider removing a tree located at 24-26 Pauline Street. Written objections may be filed with the DPW prior to the hearing.

• Public hearing on removal of one tree at 24-26 Pauline Street

Finance Commission

The Winthrop Finance Commission will hold a meeting with roll call, approval of minutes, and general discussion. The main item is a discussion of the Police Department, including the 911 Call Center, AOC, and Harbor Master, as well as the Inspectional Services Department (ISD). No specific proposals or votes are listed; the agenda is procedural with open-ended discussion.

• Discussion of Police Department including 911 Call Center, AOC, and Harbor Master
• Discussion of Inspectional Services Department (ISD)
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• General discussion (other items may be raised)

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Middle School Site Council will meet on April 29, 2026, at 2:45pm via Zoom. The sole agenda item is the School Improvement Plan. No other items are listed.

• Discussion of the School Improvement Plan for Winthrop Middle School

Town Council

This is an informal listening-post meeting where Vice President Swope invites residents to discuss any topics of interest. The agenda includes introductions, comments and concerns, brainstorming ideas, and a vision for Winthrop in 2046. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Public comment period for compliments and concerns (6:10-6:25)
• Brainstorming of ideas that might benefit Winthrop (6:25-6:40)
• Discussion of a vision for Winthrop in 2046 (6:40-6:55)

Public Health & Safety

The Public Health Safety & Works Committee will hold a discussion-focused meeting on strategic goals, performance indicators, and reporting practices for major town departments. Topics include current reporting gaps, data-driven actions, and quarterly performance metrics. No votes or specific actions are scheduled.

• Discussion of strategic goals from Town Manager and major departments
• Proposal for 4-6 high-level performance indicators (e.g., emergency response time, infrastructure condition index, climate incident frequency)
• Review of current reporting practices on department performance, budgets, and incidents
• Identification of data gaps and benefits of collected data
• Staffing resilience measures such as vacancy rates and succession plans

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Retirement Board will vote on accepting a COLA base increase from $14,000 to $16,000 effective July 1, 2026, pending Town Council approval. Other actions include approving three retirement applications, financial statements, and a fund transfer. The board may also convene in executive session to discuss security devices.

• Vote on COLA base increase from $14,000 to $16,000 effective July 1, 2026
• Approve Daniel Flynn's superannuation (Fire Captain, 40.5 years service)
• Approve Jill Caputo's superannuation (Parks & Rec Assistant Director, 24.5 years)
• Approve Deborah Amaral's superannuation (Public Schools ESP, 27 years)
• Approve Eastern Bank statement and reconciliation for March 2026 ($1,106,194.84)

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council is meeting on April 28, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Clock Tower Gallery. The agenda lists only 'General Business' with no specific items for decision or discussion. This appears to be a procedural meeting.

Rules & Ordinance

The Rules and Ordinance board will discuss a motion to post virtual attendance capabilities for meetings online. It will consider amendment 17.52.030 Use Variance and several ordinance amendments covering traffic definitions, street sweeping, public notifications, meter tampering, lead removal for water services, and motorized scooters/electric bikes. Recommendations from the ORC Committee and Tree Committee will also be heard.

• Motion by Councilor Romano to post virtual attendance capabilities for meetings online
• Ordinance amendment 17.52.030 Use Variance (WPB & BOA for review)
• Amendment 10.04.010 – Traffic Definitions
• New ordinance 8.20.071 – Motorized Scooters/Electric Bikes
• New ordinance 13.04.120 – Removal of Lead/Required Material for Water Services

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to review minutes, financials, and public comment. The main item of new business is discussion of the FY 2027 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and Annual Plan. No other substantive decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of FY 2027 CIP and Annual Plan

School Committee

The Winthrop School Committee will hold a public hearing on the 2026-2027 school budget, followed by a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes approval of minutes, warrants, car wash requests, and personnel actions such as the resignation of Spanish Teacher Virginia Soler. The committee anticipates entering executive session to discuss collective bargaining with several bargaining units.

• Public hearing for the 2026-2027 school budget
• Warrant SVW26-19 and Payroll Warrant SPW26-20
• Car wash requests from WHS Class of 2029, Girls Soccer, and Student Council
• Resignation of Virginia Soler, Spanish Teacher at Winthrop Middle School
• Executive session for collective bargaining with Teachers, ESP's, Nurses, and Secretaries

Fire House Building Committee (FHBC)

The Fire House Building Committee meets to approve prior meeting minutes and receive a project update from Owner's Project Manager Dan Pallotta and Architect Larry Trim. The committee will then hold open discussion and take public comment. No votes on specific contracts or design approvals are on the agenda.

• Project update from OPM Dan Pallotta and architect Larry Trim

Finance Commission

The Winthrop Finance Commission will hold roll call, approve the minutes from its previous meeting, and hold a general discussion of Department of Public Works matters. No specific resolutions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Roll call of commission members
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• General discussion of Department of Public Works issues

Town Council

The Winthrop Town Council will meet to discuss the proposed FY27 budget and vote on several financial motions, including a retiree COLA increase from $14,000 to $16,000 and transfers of funds for solid waste tipping fees and disability services. The council will also consider ordinance amendments related to traffic definitions and parking, and review recommendations from the Ordinance Review Committee and Tree Committee. Additionally, a swearing-in ceremony for new firefighters is scheduled.

• Proposed FY27 budget discussion
• Vote to increase retiree COLA base from $14,000 to $16,000
• Transfer $85,617.41 from Health-Recycle Program to Solid Waste Enterprise Fund
• Appropriate $30,000 from Handicap Parking Fines Account for disability services
• Consider multiple ordinance amendments including traffic definitions and new rules for scooters/electric bikes

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and consider a Town Council vote on the Retirement Board's recommendation to increase the retirees' cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) from $14,000 to $16,000. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Discussion and potential vote to adopt Retirement Board recommendation to increase COLA from $14,000 to $16,000

Board of Assessors

The Winthrop Board of Assessors will hold a routine meeting to review any correspondence, memoranda, and other writings. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending Appellate Tax Board cases, fiscal year abatement and exemption applications, and other confidential matters. No specific votes or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Review of any and all correspondence, memoranda, bulletins, and emails
• Possible executive session for pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Possible discussion of fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region UASI US&R Subcommittee is meeting to discuss budget updates for fiscal years 2023-2026 and potential reallocations of Urban Search and Rescue funds. Items are proposed for discussion only; no votes are listed on the agenda.

• FY23/FY24 budget updates
• FY25/FY26 overview
• US&R reallocations
• Old and new business

Finance Commission

The Winthrop Finance Commission will hold a routine meeting including roll call, approval of prior minutes, and a discussion of the Fire Department and Emergency Operations Center. No specific proposals or votes are listed; the agenda consists primarily of procedural items and general discussion.

• Discussion of Fire Department including Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

Board of Health

The Winthrop Board of Health will hear updates from the Director of Public Health and Clinical Services and the Commissioner of Inspectional Services. The board will receive a briefing on Massachusetts Health & Behavioral (MAHB) training. A letter grading system for food establishments and food trucks will be presented. The meeting will also include discussion of proposed agenda items for the next meeting.

• Director of Public Health and Clinical Services update
• Commissioner of Inspectional Services update
• Update on MAHB training
• Letter grading of food establishments and food trucks
• Proposed agenda items for next meeting

Board of Appeals

The Winthrop Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance applications: one to build a single-family home on an undersized lot at 190 Otis Street, and another to convert a structure into a doggy day care at 990 Shirley Street, a use not allowed in the B-A district. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• 190 Otis Street: variance sought to construct a two-and-a-half story single-family home on a 4,000 sq ft lot that does not meet minimum lot size requirement.
• 990 Shirley Street: variance sought to convert a one-story structure into a doggy day care in a B-A district where the use is not permitted.
• Meeting minutes for review: October 30, 2025, November 20, 2025, February 12, 2026, and March 16, 2026.

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will discuss multiple traffic safety items including a crosswalk request at Shirley St & Perkins St, proposals to allow two-way traffic on a portion of Cliff Ave near Highland Ave, traffic flow concerns at Beacon Circle, sight line issues from a new right turn lane at Revere St and Kennedy Dr, and the feasibility of installing a traffic light at Veterans Rd and Shirley St due to serious accidents. Old business includes Project Crosswalk Phase 2 and general discussion of parking and transportation issues.

• Discuss resident request for crosswalk at Shirley St & Perkins St
• Discuss business request to allow two-way traffic on a portion of Cliff Ave near Highland Ave
• Discuss resident concern regarding traffic flow at Beacon Circle
• Discuss new right turn lane from Revere St onto Kennedy Dr due to sight line issues
• Discuss feasibility of installing traffic light at Veterans Rd and Shirley St due to serious accidents

Board of License Commission

The Board of License Commissioners will discuss a one-day liquor license for the Winthrop Improvement & Historical Association's Strawberry Festival and a change in manager at Cottage Park Yacht Club. Old business includes reviewing and signing a taxi driver license and a used car license. The agenda also includes public comment and adjournment.

• Change in Manager at Cottage Park Yacht Club
• One Day Liquor License for Winthrop Improvement & Historical Association – Strawberry Festival
• Review and Sign Taxi Driver License
• Review and Sign Used Car License

Winthrop Housing Authority

This is a special meeting of the Winthrop Housing Authority. The board will immediately enter executive session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations related to litigation. The board will not return to open session. No other business is scheduled.

• Board enters executive session for litigation strategy negotiations

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider two items: intervening in a lawsuit against state-mandated development under the MBTA Communities Act (G.L. c. 40A § 3A), and amending council rules for agenda submissions. The intervention would direct the town attorney to join plaintiffs in Suffolk Superior Court (Docket No. 2484CVO2351A). The rule change would require matters submitted by at least four councilors to be placed on the agenda and set new deadlines for agenda submission.

• Motion to intervene in Docket No. 2484CVO2351A in Suffolk Superior Court supporting plaintiffs against state-mandated development
• Amend Rule 2 of council rules: matters submitted by at least four councilors must be placed on agenda
• New deadlines for agenda submission: 1:00 pm Thursday preceding regular meeting for council, 4:00 pm Thursday for town clerk
• Called by Precinct 1 Councilor Costigan, Precinct 3 Councilor Romano, Precinct 5 Councilor Reardon, Precinct 6 Councilor Finn

Planning Board

The Winthrop Planning Board will review minutes from meetings on 11/17/25, 12/15/25, and 3/16/26. It will hear a proposal to construct a new 31,000‑square‑foot fire station at 141 Pauline Street. The board may discuss other items as permitted by law.

• Construction of a new 31,000‑sq ft fire station at 141 Pauline Street
• Review of meeting minutes from 11/17/25, 12/15/25, and 3/16/26

Affordable Housing Committee

The Winthrop Affordable Housing Committee will review minutes from previous months and discuss old business, including outreach to the Massachusetts Realtors Association for a Pecha Kucha event on housing. They will also consider appointing Cheryl McCormick as the North Suburban Consortium representative and update the town website with affordability information. New business includes public comment and planning for the next meeting.

• Appointment of Cheryl McCormick to North Suburban Consortium representation
• Planning for Pecha Kucha housing event: date, materials, outreach
• Addition of affordability information to town website
• Review and vote on minutes from November, December, and January

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Library Board of Trustees will meet on April 9, 2026, to review routine updates on the study room, a grant, a mural project, and the library roof. The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific decisions, dollar amounts, or policy changes. The meeting will include a public comment period and standard board procedures.

• Study room status update
• Grant funding update
• Mural project update
• Library roof condition update
• Public comment period

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District School Committee will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal 2027 budget on April 9, 2026, at 7:30 P.M. at 100 Hemlock Road, Wakefield, MA. The agenda is a procedural notice for the hearing; the budget document will be available at the Superintendent’s office for public review. No final budget approval or specific dollar amounts are listed in this notice.

• Public hearing on the Fiscal 2027 budget
• Meeting location: 100 Hemlock Road, Wakefield, MA
• Budget available for review at the Superintendent’s office
• District board member roster

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District School Committee will hold a regular meeting on April 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Wakefield school library. The agenda covers standard administrative items, including collective bargaining in executive session, minutes approval, personnel reports, and bids. The provided text is procedural boilerplate and lists no specific public hearings, rezonings, or contract details.

• Executive session for collective bargaining
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Review of personnel reports
• Evaluation of bids
• Citizens' participation period

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Budget Subcommittee of the Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District will meet on April 9, 2026, to discuss the FY27 budget. The notice lists only the meeting time, location at 100 Hemlock Road in Wakefield, and committee members. No specific funding figures, policy changes, or final decisions are included in this document.

• Meeting to discuss the FY27 budget
• Location: Library at 100 Hemlock Road, Wakefield, Massachusetts
• Date and time: April 9, 2026, at 6:30 PM
• Committee members from Woburn, North Reading, Hamilton, Melrose, Reading, Chelsea, Malden, Revere, Wakefield, Winchester, and Winthrop

Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management

The NEMMC Board of Commissioners will vote on two personnel step increases effective July 1, 2026, and approve minutes from the prior meeting. No major policy or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Vote on a 3-year step increase for V. MacLean effective July 1, 2026
• Vote on a 1-year step increase for A. Agaj effective July 1, 2026
• Review and approval of March 12, 2026 meeting minutes

Finance Commission

The Winport Finance Commission will hold a meeting to receive a presentation of the proposed FY 2027 budget from the Town Manager and finance team. General discussion is expected, but no votes or decisions are listed on the agenda. The meeting consists primarily of procedural items and the presentation.

• FY 2027 Budget presentation by Town Manager and Finance Team

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

Town Council

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations