Mattapoisett Boards Set Summer Agenda: Tax Commitments, Restoration Hearings, and License Votes on Tap
Across the last two weeks, Mattapoisett boards and committees posted agendas covering property tax commitments, wetland restoration, liquor and food licenses, and a school leadership appointment. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, the items below reflect what was scheduled for discussion or action, not confirmed outcomes. Residents should consult official minutes once released for final vote tallies and decisions.
Select Board — Licenses, Dog Hearing, Appointments
The Select Board's June 23 agenda included a public hearing on a dangerous dog complaint for Mr. Abbruzzetti, a vote on a common victualler license for Sweet Art Boutique Bakery at 81 County Road, and a trailer permit request at Parcel #5A-229.0 from Gregory and Patricia Barttlet. The board was also scheduled to act on a pledge of collateral for an all-alcoholic liquor license from Shipyard Inn Group, LLC, to Bay Coast Bank. Appointments on the agenda included a Plymouth County Advisory Board representative, Fence Viewers, and the Holy Ghost Reuse Committee. An executive session for Fire Chief negotiations was also listed.
Conservation Commission — Wolf Island Bogs, I-195, Beach Nourishment
The Conservation Commission's June 22 agenda featured a Notice of Intent from the Buzzards Bay Coalition for ecological restoration of Wolf Island Bogs via dam removal. Requests for Determination were listed for a parking lot reconstruction at 64 County Road and for I-195 milling and resurfacing. A continued hearing on beach nourishment at 11 Sea Marsh Way was also scheduled, along with certificates of compliance for 78-82 Church Street, 12-18 Ocean View Avenue, and 70 Mattapoisett Neck Road.
Board of Health — Swap Shop and Property Reviews
The Board of Health met twice. On June 22, a deliberative discussion on the Swap Shop at the Transfer Station was scheduled with no formal votes planned. On June 25, the board was set to review development plans for 1 Long Plain Road, 6 Riverside Drive, and 83 Fairhaven Road, hear reports from the Public Health Nurse, Transfer Station, and Health Agent, and vote on minutes from May 7, May 14, and May 28, 2026.
School Committees — Appointments and Bargaining
The ORR District School Committee's July 1 agenda included a vote to appoint an interim director as Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, a vote to enter executive session for collective bargaining and litigation strategy, and a 30-minute public comment period. The Mattapoisett School Committee met July 2 solely to enter executive session under exception #3 to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Mattapoisett Education Support Professionals Union.
Other Boards
The Library Trustees' June 25 agenda included the annual director evaluation, strategic planning, and approval of May minutes. The Marine Advisory Board was scheduled to discuss Long Wharf updates and sticker fee concerns. The Tree Committee's July 1 meeting was cancelled; its planned agenda had included a possible vote on the FY27 budget for a fall planting plan.
Coming Up
- **July 6 — Planning Board:** Continued work with SRPEDD on rules and regulations updates, a draft Stormwater Management By-law, and the Cottage Community Development By-law. Hybrid meeting, in person and via Zoom.
- **July 7 — Board of Assessors:** Consideration of FY2027 preliminary real estate and personal property tax commitments, motor vehicle excise commitments for 2026-3, betterment payoffs, and an executive session on tax abatements.
- **July 14 — Housing Authority:** Public hearing on the Proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2027, covering a three-year capital improvement plan, maintenance and repair plan, operating budget, responses to performance review findings, and requested waivers. Residents may submit comments orally or in writing before the hearing closes.
Earlier weeks
- week of 2026-06-29 — ORR School Committee Weighs Assistant Superintendent Appointment, Assessors Set Tax Commitments
Generated from official meeting agendas and minutes — every underlying document is linked from the city page. Read the primary source before you rely on a detail.