Bridgewater Town, MA
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- Planning & zoning
- Roads & infrastructure
- Resolutions & ordinances
- Development projects
- Permits & licensing
- Contracts & procurement
- Public safety
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Bridgewater TownMA averageUS Census ACS
👤 Members & officials (137)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Community Preservation Committee
- Carlton Hunt
- Gina Guasconi
- Harry Bailey
- William Smith
- Maureen Minasian
- Patrick Driscoll
- Stacey Driscoll
- Geoff Merriman
- David Moore
- Bill Smith
- Josh McGraw
Who’s on the Conservation Commission
- Harry Bailey — Board Member
- Wendy Smith — Board Member
- Eileen Prisco — Board Member
- Marilyn MacDonald — Board Member
- Katelyn Putt — Board Member
- Mark Peterson
- Nicole Salvo
- Robert Rulli
- Bob Rulli
- Debbie Johnson
- Deb Campbell
- Harry Baily
- Laurie Keane
Who’s on the Disability Commission
- David
- Gloria
- Lorraine
- Karen
Who’s on the Finance Committee
- Eric Langone
- Julie Scleparis
- Nathan Schofield
- MJ Spagone
- Rigobert Noel
- Lee Beane
- Brian Glidden
- James Hamilton
- Steve Pace
Who’s on the General
- Patrick Driscoll — Board Member
- Geller — Board Member
- Adelene Ellenberg
- Johnny Loreti
- Mary McGrath
- Maureen Minasian
- Paul Murphy
- Sonya Striggles
- Carlton Hunt
- Geoff Merriman
- Gina Guasconi
- Harry Bailey
- Kevin Perry
- Mark Linde
- Sean Kennedy
- Anna Klimas
- Bill Smith
- Brad McKinnon
- Brian Heath
- Daniel Greenberg
- Fred Chase
- Marilee Hunt
- Michael MacDonald
- Stacey Driscoll
- Ted Haley
- Thomas Pratti
- William Smith
Who’s on the Library Trustees
- Kerry Lundin — Trustee
- Linda Lundin — Trustee
- Matthew Gerritsen — Trustee
- Nancy Sarno — Trustee
- Stacey DeCotis — Trustee
- Constance Franciosi
- Danielle Oliari
- Jennifer Anderson
Who’s on the Parks and Recreation
- Gina Guasconi
- Jim Small
- Mark Thomas
- Tom Arrighi
- Dan Buron
- Mike Flaherty
Who’s on the Planning Board
- Driscoll — Board Member
- MacDonald — Board Member
- Steve Geller — Board Member
- Rojas — Board Member
- MJ Spagone — Board Member
- Eric Costa
- Kris Fabroski
- Thomas Pratti
- Ted Haley
- Tom Pratti
- Kris Fabroswki
Who’s on the Town Council
- Kevin Perry — Councilmember
- Paul Murphy — Councilmember
- Mark Linde — Councilmember
- Mary McGrath — Councilmember
- Adelene Ellenberg — Councilmember
- Sean Kennedy — Councilmember
- Marilee Hunt — Councilmember
- Shawn George — Councilmember
- Dennis Gallagher — Councilmember
- Sonya Striggles
- Fred Chase
- Brad McKinnon
- Johnny Loreti
- Susan Robinson
- Erik Moore
- Dennis Gallager
Who’s on the Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee
- McGrath — Councilmember
- Loreti — Councilmember
- Murphy — Councilmember
- Gallagher — Councilmember
- George — Councilmember
- Linde — Councilmember
- Chase — Councilmember
Who’s on the Town Council - Community & Economic Development Committee
- Hunt — Councilmember
- Linde — Councilmember
- Striggles — Councilmember
Who’s on the Town Council - Downtown Revitalization Ad Hoc Committee
- Linde — Councilmember
- McGrath — Councilmember
- Perry — Councilmember
Who’s on the Town Council - Rules & Procedures Committee
- Kennedy — Councilmember
- Linde — Councilmember
- McGrath — Councilmember
Who’s on the Town Council - Strategic Planning Committee
- Loreti — Councilmember
- Perry — Councilmember
- Striggles — Councilmember
Who’s on the Tree Committee
- Raymond Ajemian
- Pat Neary
- Nicole Holmes
- Shirley Krasinski
- Bill Maltby
- James Hayes-Bohanan
- Paul Decosta
- Shirley Krasinksi
- Michael Dutton
Who’s on the Zoning Board of Appeals
- Anna Klimas
- Brian Heath
- Daniel Greenberg
- Amanda Metell
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202515 housing units ($6.5M)
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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 19:00
Finance Committee
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Town of Bridgewater
Finance Committee
August 31, 2026
7:00 PM
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83038252962
MEETING AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
C.
Public Comment
D.
Old Business
E.
New Business
a)
Committee Reorganization - Chair & Vice Chair
b)
Order O-FY26-013: Town Council Acceptance of Proposed Traffic Ticket Fee
Increases
c)
Order O-FY27-016: Transfer Order - CPC Restoration of Ousamequin Hand Pumper
and Historic Pictures
d)
Water Infrastructure
e)
Long-term Structural Changes
f)
Town Funding/Revenue Growth
g)
Committee Meeting Schedule & Format Discussion
F.
Additional Items for Discussion
G.
Adjournment of Meeting
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 19:30
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
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Town of Bridgewater
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee
September 1, 2026
7:30 PM
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82750133608
MEETING AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Public Comment
C.
Old Business
a)
Belonging Survey Check-in
b)
Town Council Presentation
D.
New Business
a)
Committee Leadership Decisions
E.
Additional Items for Discussion
F.
Adjournment of Meeting
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
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Patrick Driscoll, Chair
Michael MacDonald, VC
Steven Geller, Clerk
Thomas Pratti
Daniel Greenberg
Eric Costa, Associate
Kris Fabroski, Associate
TOWN OF BRIDGEWATER
PLANNING BOARD
Academy Building, 66 Central Square, Room 003
Bridgewater, Massachusetts 02324
: (508) 697-0950 : CED@bridgewaterma.org
MEETING AGENDA- AMENDED
Wednesday September 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Location: HYBRID
Academy Building, 66 Central Square- Council Chambers
Zoom Meeting to Attend Via Video: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82208774631
To Attend Via Phone Dial: +16468769923
Meeting ID: 822 0877 4631
Call to Order
I.
ANR – 0 Lakeshore (Map 96 Lot 19)
II.
Minor Modification Request and Determination of a Minor Modification
•
680 Bedford St – Approved November 20, 2024 (Continued from August 19, 2026)
III.
Site Plan Review – Public Hearing
•
683 Bedford Street – (Map 75, Lot 31) - Site Plan Approval (10.6.1.1 Bridgewater Zoning Ordinance) for
a change in use of a commercial portion of a mixed-use building from a chiropractor use to a landscapers’
yard. (Continued from August 19, 2026)
IV.
Other Business
•
Board/Committee Liaison Reports, if needed
•
Minutes: 8/5/2026 & 8/19/2026
•
Status Report
•
Public Comment
V.
Adjournment
Plans and copies of filings may be viewed at the Community & Economic Development Department, 66 Central
Square, Room 003, Bridgewater, MA during regular bus …
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Sat Sep 12, 2026 · 11:00
Charter Review Committee
Charter Review Committee hosts community forum on town charter
The Charter Review Committee is holding a public forum to gather community input on the town charter. A quorum of the committee and the Town Council may be present.
- Community conversation forum on the town charter
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Town of Bridgewater
Charter Review Committee
September 12, 2026
11:00 AM
Your Voice, Our Charter
A Community Conversation Forum
Academy Building
66 Central Square
Council Chambers/2nd Floor
A Quorum of the Charter Review Committee and the Town Council May Be In Attendance at this Forum
MEETING AGENDA
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
General
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BRIDGEWATER-RAYNHAM REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Posted to the District’s Website:
August 31, 2026
10:00 AM
Sent to Bridgewater and Raynham Town Clerks
August 31, 2026
10:00 AM
*Please be advised that the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District will
exercise its right to an electronic posting system for all School Committee and
subcommittee meetings of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District
School Committee per Massachusetts General Law, 940 CMR 29.03: Notice
Posting Requirements.*
In compliance with Chapter 30A, Section 20, of the Massachusetts General Laws, you
are hereby notified that a Policy Manual Subcommittee Meeting of the
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District School Committee will be held on
Monday, September 14, 2026, at 5:30 P.M. in the Superintendent’s Conference Room,
166 Mt. Prospect Street, Bridgewater, MA (rear of building)
AGENDA
1. Review and Discussion of Policy
● ACL - INTERACTING WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
ENGAGED IN CIVIL LAW ENFORCEMENT (PROTECT ACT)
● BEDH PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT SCHOOL COMMITTEE
MEETINGS
2. Other (not reasonably anticipated items at the time of posting)
3. Approval of Minutes August 11, 2026
4. Adjourn
Mr. Michael Losche
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:00
General
School subcommittee to review draft superintendent goals
The Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee's Long Range Planning Subcommittee will meet to review the draft 2026-2027 Superintendent Goals and approve minutes from a July 29, 2026 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Review of Draft 2026-2027 Superintendent Goals
- Approval of Minutes of July 29, 2026
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BRIDGEWATER-RAYNHAM REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTICT Website- Posted: 8.31.2026
TOWN CLERK, BRIDGEWATER Submitted On: 8.31.2026
TOWN CLERK, RAYNHAM Submitted On 8.31.2026
*Please be advised that the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional Schoo] District will exercise its right to an electronic
posting system for all School Committee and subcommittee meetings of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School
District School Committee per Massachusetts General Law, 940 CMR 29.03: Notice Posting Requirements, *
In compliance with Chapter 30A, Section 20, of the Massachusetts General Laws, you are hereby notified
that the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee Long Range Planning Subcommittee
Meeting will be held on Monday, September 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the Superintendent’s Conference
Room located at 166 Mt. Prospect St, Bridgewater, MA
6:00 p.m. Call the meeting to order
lL Review of: Review of Draft 2026-2027 Superintendent Goals
IL. Approval of Minutes of July 29, 2026
Ill. Adjournment
Mr. Michael Losche, Chair
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee
If you need reasonable accommodations in order to participate in the meeting, contact the ADA Coordinator and
HR Director Nicole Healy at 508-279-2140 in advance of the mecting. We will do our best to accommodate you.
“This agenda is a draft and, therefore, subject te powible adjustments
*Please be advised that the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District will exercise its right to an electronic
posting system for all School …
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Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 14:00
General
10 Wally Kreuger Way, Bridgewater
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 14:00
General
10 Wally Kreuger Way, Bridgewater
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 17:30
Conservation Commission
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 17:30
Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission to hear 4 wetland notices of intent and enforcement updates
The Bridgewater Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings on four Notices of Intent for projects at 550 Curve Street, 10 First St, 295 Main St, and 0 Wildwood Place, which require wetland permits. The commission will also discuss enforcement updates, including cease and desist orders for Great Hill Drive and Bridgewater-Raynham Sand & Stone, and consider several new requests for determinations of applicability and notices of intent. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.
- Notice of Intent – 550 Curve Street (Map 78 Lot 20), DEP File #SE116-1580
- Notice of Intent – 10 First St (Map 71 Lot 49), DEP File #SE116-1585
- Notice of Intent – 295 Main St (10 Heritage Circle) – Taunton Housing Authority, DEP File #SE116-1586
- Notice of Intent – 0 Wildwood Place (Map 79 Lot 11), DEP File #SE116-1587
- Enforcement updates: 1719 Plymouth Street, Great Hill Drive/0 Plymouth St (BSU), 46 Flaggstone Place, Bridgewater-Raynham Sand & Stone, 16 Wood St
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Municipal Office Building
66 Central Square
Bridgewater, MA 02324
508-697-0907
Community & Economic Development Division
Conservation
Public Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice of Posted Meeting to all Town Departments, Boards and Committees and the General Public:
(as required by Chapter 30A, M.G.L.)
Thursday August 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM
The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will meet in person in the Council
Chambers on the second floor of the Municipal Office Building, 66 Central Square,
Bridgewater MA, 02324
Disclosure: Pursuant to Section 20 of Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2021, An Act Relative to Extending Certain Covid-19 Measures
Adopted During the State of Emergency, this meeting of the Conservation Commission for the Town of Bridgewater will also be
accessible to the public through hybrid participation to the greatest extent possible. Citizens who wish to tune in to the meeting
remotely may do so via Zoom.
Virtual Zoom Meeting to Attend Via Video, Click on the Link Below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81409203478
To Attend Via Phone Dial: +13092053325
Meeting ID: 814 0920 3478
A. Call to Order
B. Public Hearings
1. Old Business
Notice of Intent – 550 Curve Street – Map 78 Lot 20
Applicant/Representative: Kevin Bumpus / Silva Engineering
DEP File #: SE116-1580
Notice of Intent – 10 First St – Map 71 Lot 49
Applicant/Representative: Scott Dealtrey / Field Engineering
DEP File #: SE116-1585
Notice of Intent – 295 Main St (10 Heritage Circle) – …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 19:00
Charter Review Committee
Charter Review Committee discusses community forums and surveys
The Bridgewater Charter Review Committee is meeting to discuss community feedback from recent forums, review survey results, and plan next steps. The agenda includes approving minutes, public comment, and setting future meeting dates. This is a working session focused on gathering input for the charter review process.
- Overview of 8/12/26 and 8/24/26 CRC Community Forums
- Discussion of Citizens Survey and Key Stakeholder Survey
- Community Conversations After Action Review
- Set future meeting dates
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Town of Bridgewater
Charter Review Committee
August 26, 2026
7:00 PM
Academy Building
66 Central Square/2nd Floor
Conference Room 201A
and via Zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86758099981
MEETING AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
a)
July 22, 2026 Meeting Minutes
C.
Public Comment
D.
Items for Discussion
a)
Overview of 8/12/26 and 8/24/26 CRC Community Forums
b)
Charter Review Committee Email Address
c)
Community Conversations - After Action Review
d)
Citizens Survey
e)
Key Stakeholder Survey
E.
Next Steps
a)
Set Future Meeting Dates
F.
Adjournment of Meeting
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 19:00
Zoning Board of Appeals
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 18:30
Community Preservation Committee
CPC reviews 9 active projects, 2 new eligibility forms
The Bridgewater Community Preservation Committee is meeting to review financial reports, approve July minutes, and get updates on nine in-process projects including Hanson Farm and the Fire Department's Ousamequin hand pumper restoration. They will also discuss completing final steps for closed projects, pending applications for library improvements and an adaptive play area, and potential future projects. New business includes eligibility forms for parks infrastructure, way-finding signage, and the Titicut State Foundry.
- Project updates: Hanson Farm, Stiles and Hart Improvements, Hemlock Drive Windows Replacement, Town House, Multi-functional Fields, Cemetery Assessment, Parthenon Frieze, Fire Department restoration
- Completed projects: Broad Street Properties (closed, CR pending), Summer Street (Mobil Station) pending CR, First Parish Unitarian Church Windows (final invoices)
- Pending applications: Library Improvements, Adaptive Play Area at Legion Field
- Potential projects: Jenny Leonard Park, Marathon Park playground, Legion Field track, Senior Center walking path
- New eligibility forms: Parks Infrastructure and Recreation Restoration, Wayfinding Signage, Titicut State Foundry
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Town of Bridgewater
Community Preservation Committee
August 26, 2026
6:30 PM
This is a hybrid meeting and can be attended in-person: Conference Room 201a, 66 Central Square
or virtually via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89714300227
MEETING AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Chair's Announcements
C.
Public Comment
D.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
a)
July 22, 2026 Meeting Minutes
E.
Review of Financial Reports
a)
As of July 31, 2026
F.
Old Business
a)
Project Updates - In Process
1. Hanson Farm
2. Stiles and Hart Improvements
3. Hemlock Drive Windows Replacement
4. Town House Interior Historical Architect Assessment
5. Town House - Match to Cultural Council Grant Awarded to the Town
6. Multi-functional Fields (Phase 1 - Engineering)
7. Cemetery Assessment
8. Parthenon Frieze
9. Fire Department Restoration of Ousamequin Hand Pumper and Historic Pictures
b)
Completed Projects - Final Steps
1. Broad Street Properties - project closed, final report accepted, CR Pending
2. Summer Street (Mobil Station) - Pending CR filing and final report
Town of Bridgewater
Community Preservation Committee Agenda
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
3. First Parish Unitarian Church Windows - Pay final invoices and complete final report
c)
Pending Projects — Eligibility Approved
1. Library Improvements — Application Pending
2. Adaptive Play Area at Legion Field — Application Pending
d)
Potential Projects
1. Jenny Leonard Park
2. Playg …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council - Rules & Procedures Committee
Bridgewater committee to review surveillance tech, volunteer services, water ordinances
The Bridgewater Town Council's Rules and Procedures Committee will meet virtually to review and discuss several proposed ordinances, including a new chapter on municipal surveillance technology, rules for the volunteer services (work-off) program, and water impact studies. The committee will also revisit older proposals on water supply capacity and appointive bodies. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of prior minutes.
- Proposed General Ordinance D-FY27-003: Establishing 'Municipal Surveillance Technology' chapter
- Ordinance D-FY27-004: Save Volunteer Services Program (Work-Off) Rules of Eligibility
- Proposed General Ordinance D-FY27-005: Water Impact Studies and Town Council Notification
- Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-013: Water Supply Capacity and Development Review
- Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-017: Amend Administrative Code on Multiple Members Appointive Bodies
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Town of Bridgewater
Rules and Procedure Committee
August 26, 2026
7:00 PM
The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.
To attend via video, click on the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85441095987
To attend via phone, dial: 1(646) 876-9923
Meeting ID: 854 4109 5987
MEETING AGENDA
Disclosure: Pursuant to Section 20 of Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2020, An Act Relative to Extending Certain
Covid-19 Measures Adopted During the State of Emergency, and the March 31, 2025, extension granted by
Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2022, this meeting for the Town of Bridgewater will be fully remote and accessible to
the public through remote participation to the greatest extent possible. No in-person attendance is permitted.
Citizens who wish to tune in to the meeting may do so via Zoom.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
a)
July 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes
C.
Public Comment
D.
Items Referred
a)
Proposed General Ordinance D-FY27-003: An Ordinance Amending Part III of the
General Ordinances by Establishing a New Chapter Entitled "Municipal Surveillance
Technology"
b)
Ordinance D-FY27-004: Save Volunteer Services Program (Work-Off) Rules of
Eligibility & Administrative Policies & Procedures
c)
Proposed General Ordinance D-FY27-005: Chapter 220, Article V Water Impact
Studies and Town Council Notification
E.
Old Business
a)
Proposed Ordinance D-FY26-013: Adopt Chapter 220, Article III – Water Supply Capacity and
Development Rev …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 18:30
General
School Committee to review superintendent goals, policies, and contracts
The Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District School Committee will hold a regular meeting on August 26, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Dr. Susan Prewandowski Lecture Hall of the high school. The agenda includes consent items (minutes, payroll, personnel, surplus, gifts), reports from the superintendent and subcommittees, and new business. Key items include the superintendent's 2026-2027 goals, policy reviews (JKAA, IHBG, BEDH), a $25,000 gift from BSU, and a contract for high school athleticwear (Under Armour).
- Approval of $25,000 gift from BSU to BRRSD
- Review of Superintendent's 2026-2027 Goals
- Policy updates: JKAA (Time-Out, Seclusion, Restraint), IHBG (Home Education), BEDH (Public Comment)
- B-R High School Athleticwear Contract (Under Armour)
- FY26 Vendor Carryovers
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BRIDGEWATER-RAYNHAM REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
MEETING POSTED TO DISTRICT WEBSITE: 8.18.2026 @4:00 PM
UPDATED ON: AUGUST 24, 2026 @4:00 PM
*Please be advised that the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District will exercise its right to an electronic posting
system for all School Committee and subcommittee meetings of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District School
Committee per Massachusetts General Law, 940 CMR 29.03: Notice Posting Requirements.* In compliance with Chapter 30A,
Section 20 of the Massachusetts General Laws, you are hereby notified that a Regular Meeting of the Bridgewater-Raynham
Regional School District School Committee will be held in the Dr. Susan Prewandowski Lecture Hall of the
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School, 415 Center Street, Bridgewater, Mass., on the following date and time:
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. (Regular Session)
Please Note: All School Committee meetings are recorded. Meeting videos may be found at:
https://www.bridge-rayn.org/school_committee/school_committee_meeting_videos
Live Stream Link
Please email jmacdougall@bridge-rayn.org with any questions or comments regarding this month’s agenda.
Meeting Link
6:30 P.M.
I. OPEN REGULAR SESSION
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes dated: July 29, 2026
B. Approval of Payroll Warrants dated: August 2026
C. Personnel Report
D. Declaration of Surplus
1.
Music Keyboard
2.
Storage Unit
E. Acceptance of Gift
1. …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
Bridgewater Town Council holds special meeting with executive session
This is a special Town Council meeting with a largely procedural agenda, including approval of prior minutes and an executive session. The only substantive item listed is a closed-door discussion about an individual's reputation or employment matters, as permitted by state law.
- Approval of August 18, 2026 special meeting minutes
- Executive session under M.G.L. c. 30A Section 21(a)1 to discuss an individual's reputation, character, or discipline/dismissal
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Town of Bridgewater
Town Council
August 25, 2026
7:00 PM
Special Town Council Meeting
66 Central Square
Academy Building
Council Chambers/2nd Floor
MEETING AGENDA
A.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
a)
August 18, 2026 Special Town Council Meeting Minutes
B.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE PRESIDENT
C.
PROCLAMATIONS
D.
CITIZEN OPEN FORUM
E.
APPOINTMENTS
F.
HEARINGS
G.
LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
H.
PRESENTATIONS
I.
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT
J.
DISCUSSIONS
K.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
L.
LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
M.
OLD BUSINESS
N.
NEW BUSINESS
O.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
P.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Q.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a)
Executive Session - Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A Section 21(a)1) to discuss the reputation,
character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of
an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought
against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual.
Town of Bridgewater
Town Council Agenda
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
R.
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 14:00
Disability Commission
Disability Commission to review sidewalk updates and storm prep presentations
The Bridgewater Disability Commission is meeting to approve July minutes, hear public comment, and discuss new business including upcoming presentations on High Pond Estate and seasonal storm preparation, plus an update on Bridgewater sidewalks. The next meeting is scheduled for September 29th at 2:00 PM.
- Approval of July 28, 2026 meeting minutes
- High Pond Estate presentation scheduled for October 7th at 6:00 PM
- Seasonal storm preparation presentation on September 29th at 2:00 PM
- Bridgewater sidewalks update discussion
- Next meeting date set for September 29th at 2:00 PM
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Town of Bridgewater
Disability Commission
August 25, 2026
2:00 PM
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83635006644
MEETING AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
a)
July 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
C.
Public Comment
D.
New Business
a)
High Pond Estate Presentation - Wednesday October 7th at 6:00PM
b)
Seasonal Storm Preperation Presentation - Tuesday, September 29th at 2:00PM
c)
Bridgewater Sidewalks Update
d)
Plans for Next Meeting
E.
Old Business
F.
Additional Items for Discussion
a)
Next Meeting Date: September 29th at 2:00PM
G.
Adjournment of Meeting
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:30
Charter Review Committee
Charter Review Committee hosts community forum on town charter
This is a community conversation forum, not a decision-making meeting. The Charter Review Committee and possibly Town Council members will attend to hear public input on the town charter. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.
- Community forum on charter review at Bridgewater Public Library, Flora T. Little Meeting Room, 15 South Street
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Town of Bridgewater
Charter Review Committee
August 24, 2026
6:30 PM
Your Voice, Our Charter
A Community Conversation Forum
Bridgewater Public Library
Flora T. Little Meeting Room
15 South Street
A Quorum of the Charter Review Committee and the Town Council May Be In Attendance at this Forum
MEETING AGENDA
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 19:00
Cultural Council
Cultural Council to discuss grant guidelines at August meeting
The Bridgewater Cultural Council is holding its regular monthly meeting. The only substantive item on the agenda is a discussion of Cultural Council guidelines under New Business. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items such as call to order, public comment, old business, and adjournment.
- Discussion of Cultural Council Guidelines
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Town of Bridgewater
Cultural Council
August 19, 2026
7:00 PM
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84512844890
MEETING AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Public Comment
C.
New Business
a)
Cultural Council Guidelines Discussion
D.
Old Business
E.
Additional Items for Discussion
F.
Adjournment of Meeting
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
Planning Board to review 593 Plymouth St subdivision and 1010 Elm St site plan
The Bridgewater Planning Board is meeting to continue several pending applications, including a proposed six-lot subdivision at 593 Plymouth St and a site plan review for a 27,000 sq ft commercial building at 1010 Elm St. Both applicants have requested continuances to September 16, 2026. The board will also consider minor modifications for two Bedford St properties and make recommendations on accepting two private ways as public streets.
- 593 Plymouth St – Revelution Road subdivision, 6 buildable lots + 2 drainage lots on 5.9 acres, continued to Sept 16
- 1010 Elm St – 27,000 sq ft commercial building site plan review, continued to Sept 16
- 683 Bedford St – change of use from chiropractor to landscapers' yard in mixed-use building
- 680 Bedford St and 292 Bedford St – minor modification requests
- Street acceptance recommendations for Old North Estates and Oak Meadow private ways
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Patrick Driscoll, Chair
Michael MacDonald, VC
Steven Geller, Clerk
Thomas Pratti
Daniel Greenberg
Eric Costa, Associate
Kris Fabroski, Associate
TOWN OF BRIDGEWATER
PLANNING BOARD
Academy Building, 66 Central Square, Room 003
Bridgewater, Massachusetts 02324
: (508) 697-0950 : CED@bridgewaterma.org
MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday August 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Location: Academy Building, 66 Central Square
Council Chambers
Call to Order
I.
Definitive Subdivision
•
593 Plymouth St – Revelution Way- Bardhi Investment Group, LLC - Proposed subdivision titled
"Revelution Road” with six buildable lots and two drainage lots on 5.9 acres of land as per Bridgewater
Subdivision Rules and Regulations(Continued from August 5, 2026) Applicant requested continuance
to September 16, 2026
II.
Minor Modification Request and Determination of a Minor Modification
•
680 Bedford St – Approved November 20, 2024 (Continued from August 5, 2026)
•
292 Bedford St – Approved May 6, 2026 (Continued from August 5, 2026)
III.
Site Plan Review – Public Hearing
•
1010 Elm St – (Map 30, Lot 20) (continued to August 15, 2026)– Site Plan Review (10.6) for the
construction of a 27,000 sq. ft commercial building with parking and other site improvements (Continued
from August 5, 2026) Applicant requested continuance to September 16, 2026
•
683 Bedford Street – (Map 75, Lot 31) - …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00
Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
Bridgewater Town Council holds special meeting with executive session on Town Manager negotiations
This is a special Town Council meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The only substantive item is an executive session to prepare for negotiations with the Town Manager regarding nonunion personnel, as permitted by state law. All other agenda sections (minutes, announcements, hearings, etc.) are listed but have no specific items detailed.
- Executive session for strategy session on negotiations with the Town Manager (nonunion personnel) under MGL Ch. 30A, Sec. 21(a)(2)
- Approval of minutes from the August 10, 2026 Special Town Council Meeting
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Town of Bridgewater
Town Council
August 18, 2026
7:00 PM
Special Town Council Meeting
66 Central Square
Council Chambers/2nd Floor
MEETING AGENDA
A.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
a)
August 10, 2026 Special Town Council Meeting Minutes
B.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE PRESIDENT
C.
PROCLAMATIONS
D.
CITIZEN OPEN FORUM
E.
APPOINTMENTS
F.
HEARINGS
G.
LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
H.
PRESENTATIONS
I.
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT
J.
DISCUSSIONS
K.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
L.
LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
M.
OLD BUSINESS
N.
NEW BUSINESS
O.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
P.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Q.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a)
Executive Session: To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion
personnel, to wit the Town Manager pursuant to General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2).
R.
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to discuss pension plan with county officials
The Bridgewater Town Finance Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Budget & Finance committee to discuss the town's pension plan. Representatives from the Plymouth County Commission and Treasurer's office will be present for the discussion. The meeting includes public comment periods and will adjourn after the discussion.
- Discussion on Bridgewater's Pension Plan with Sandra Wright (Plymouth County Commission Chair) and Thomas O'Brien (Plymouth County Treasurer)
- Joint meeting with Finance Committee and Budget & Finance
- Public comment periods at start and end of meeting
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Town of Bridgewater
Finance Committee
August 18, 2026
6:00 PM
Joint Meeting with Finance Committe and Budget & Finance
Academy Building
66 Central Square
Conference Room 201A/2nd Floor
and via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89472265625
MEETING AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Public Comment
C.
Discussion
a)
Discussion on Bridgewater's Pension Plan:
Sandra Wright, Plymouth County Commission - Chair
Thomas O'Brien, Plymouth County Treasurer
D.
Public Comment
E.
Adjournment of Meeting
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00
Town Council - Budget & Finance Committee
Town Council to discuss pension plan with county officials
The Bridgewater Town Council's Budget & Finance Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Finance Committee to discuss the town's pension plan. Representatives from the Plymouth County Commission and Treasurer's office will be present for the discussion. The agenda includes public comment periods and adjournment, with no other substantive items listed.
- Discussion on Bridgewater's Pension Plan with Sandra Wright, Plymouth County Commission Chair, and Thomas O'Brien, Plymouth County Treasurer
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Town of Bridgewater
Budget & Finance Committee
August 18, 2026
6:00 PM
Joint Meeting with Budget & Finance and Finance Committee
Academy Building
66 Central Square
Conference Room 201A/2nd Floor
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89472265625
MEETING AGENDA
A Quorum of the Town Council May Be In Attendance
A.
Call to Order
B.
Public Comment
C.
Discussion
a)
Discussion on Bridgewater's Pension Plan:
Sandra Wright, Plymouth County Commission - Chair
Thomas O'Brien, Plymouth County Treasurer
D.
Public Comment
E.
Adjournment of Meeting
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 14:00
Tree Committee
Tree Committee to discuss shade tree ordinance, pruning, and planting programs
The Bridgewater Tree Committee is meeting virtually to discuss updates on a proposed shade tree ordinance, cleaning and pruning of Broad Street trees, a possible Adopt a Tree program, a fall tree seedling giveaway, and grant proposals for next year. The committee will also elect new officers and review minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting.
- Update on proposed shade tree ordinance/mitigation
- Cleaning and pruning of Broad Street trees
- Possible Adopt a Tree program
- Fall tree seedling giveaway
- Election of new officers
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Town of Bridgewater
Tree Committee
August 18, 2026
2:00 PM
The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.
To attend via video, click on the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84588313853
To attend via phone, dial: 1(646) 876-9923
Meeting ID: 845 8831 3853
MEETING AGENDA
Disclosure: Pursuant to Section 20 of Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2020, An Act Relative to Extending Certain
Covid-19 Measures Adopted During the State of Emergency, and the June 30, 2027, extension granted by
Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2022, this meeting for the Town of Bridgewater will be fully remote and accessible to
the public through remote participation to the greatest extent possible. No in-person attendance is permitted.
Citizens who wish to tune in to the meeting may do so via Zoom.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
a)
June 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes
C.
Public Comment
D.
Old Business
a)
Update on Proposed Shade Tree Ordinance/Mitigation
b)
Cleaning and pruning of Broad Street Trees
c)
Possible Adopt a Tree Program
d)
Fall Tree Seedling Giveaway
e)
Grant proposals for next year
f)
Spring/Fall Tree Planting
g)
Increase the size of the committee proposal
h)
Discussion on Website
E.
New Business
a)
Election of New Officers
b)
Report on Common Meeting
F.
Additional Items for Discussion
Town of Bridgewater
Tree Committee Agenda
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
G.
Adjournment of Meeting
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:30
General
Bridgewater-Raynham School Committee to review FY26/FY27 budgets and athleticwear contract
The Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee Budget Subcommittee will meet to discuss the FY26 budget report, including carryovers and transfers, and the FY27 budget report. The agenda also includes a contract for high school athleticwear, a staffing update, and a facilities update. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the library of Edward O'Donoghue Middle School.
- FY26 Budget Report: Carryovers & Transfers
- FY27 Budget Report
- B-R High School Athleticwear Contract
- Staffing Update
- Facilities Update
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BRIDGEWATER-RAYNHAM REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Website-8.11.2026 @2:30 p.m.
TOWN CLERK, BRIDGEWATER Submitted On: 8.11.2026 @2:30 p.m.
TOWN CLERK, RAYNHAM Submitted On:8.11.2026 @2:30 p.m.
*Please be advised that the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District will exercise its right to
an electronic posting system for all School Committee and subcommittee meetings of the
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District School Committee per Massachusetts General Law,
940 CMR 29.03: Notice Posting Requirements.*
In compliance with Chapter 30A, Section 20, of the Massachusetts General Laws, you are hereby
notified that the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee Budget Subcommittee Meeting
will be held on Monday, August 17, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Edward O’Donoghue Middle School
in the Library located at 166 Mt. Prospect Street, Bridgewater, MA
AGENDA
5:30 p.m. Call Meeting to Order
1. Approval of Minutes - June 1, 2026
2. FY26 Budget Report
a. FY26 Carryovers & Transfers
3. FY27 Budget Report
4. B-R High School Athleticwear Contract
5. Staffing Update
6. Facilities Update
7. Other- Items not reasonably anticipated at time of posting
Mr. Michael Losche, Chair
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 17:30
Conservation Commission
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 17:30
Conservation Commission
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 17:30
Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission to hear NOIs for 550 Curve St, 1010 Elm St, 10 First St
The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on three Notices of Intent (NOIs) for properties at 550 Curve Street, 1010 Elm Street, and 10 First Street. The meeting also includes updates on enforcement actions at 1719 Plymouth Street, Great Hill Drive, and other sites, as well as a discussion of the Town Wetland Protection Bylaws.
- Notice of Intent – 550 Curve Street (Map 78 Lot 20) – Kevin Bumpus / Silva Engineering
- Notice of Intent – 1010 Elm Street (Map 30 Lot 20) – C. Naughton Corp. / PMP Consulting
- Notice of Intent – 10 First Street (Map 71 Lot 49) – Scott Dealtrey / Field Engineering
- Cease & Desist updates: 1719 Plymouth Street (Wells 10A/10B), Great Hill Drive / 0 Plymouth St (BSU), Bridgewater-Raynham Sand & Stone
- Enforcement updates: 46 Flaggstone Place, 16 Wood Street
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Municipal Office Building
66 Central Square
Bridgewater, MA 02324
508-697-0907
Community & Economic Development Division
Conservation
Public Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice of Posted Meeting to all Town Departments, Boards and Committees and the General Public:
(as required by Chapter 30A, M.G.L.)
Thursday August 13, 2026, at 5:30 PM
The Bridgewater Conservation Commission will meet in person in the Town Council
Chambers on the second floor of the Municipal Office Building, 66 Central Square,
Bridgewater MA, 02324
Disclosure: Pursuant to Section 20 of Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2021, An Act Relative to Extending Certain Covid -19 Measures
Adopted During the State of Emergency, this meeting of the Conservation Commission for the Town of Bridgewater will also be
accessible to the public through hybrid participation to the greatest extent possible. Citizens who wish to tune in to the meeting
remotely may do so via Zoom.
Virtual Zoom Meeting to Attend Via Video, Click on the Link Below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84079738175
To Attend Via Phone Dial: +13052241968
Meeting ID: 840 7973 8175
A. Call to Order
B. Public Hearings
1. Old Business
Notice of Intent – 550 Curve Street – Map 78 Lot 20
Applicant/Representative: Kevin Bumpus / Silva Engineering
DEP File #: SE116-1580
Notice of Intent – 1010 Elm St – Map 30 Lot 20
Applicant/Representative: C. Naughton Corp. / PMP Consulting, Inc.
DEP File #: SE116-1562
2. New Business
Notice of Intent – 10 Firs …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 19:00
Charter Review Committee
Charter Review Committee discusses resident survey and community forum
The Bridgewater Charter Review Committee is meeting to discuss community conversations, identify key stakeholders, review a resident survey, and evaluate the August 12th Charter Review Forum. The agenda includes public comment periods and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Discussion of community conversations with Lynsy Marshall and Scott Pitta
- Identification of key stakeholders by Brad McKinnon and Eric Dias
- Review of Charter Review Committee Resident Survey by James Walsh and Jean DiBattista
- Review of August 12th Charter Review Forum
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Town of Bridgewater
Charter Review Committee
August 12, 2026
7:00 PM
Academy Building
66 Central Square
2nd Floor
Room 201a
and via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/launch/jc/86305969366
MEETING AGENDA
A. Call to Order
B. Approval of Meeting Minutes
a) June 24, 2026 Charter Review Committee Meeting Minutes
C. Public Comment
D. Items for Discussion
a) Community Conversations: Lynsy Marshall & Scott Pitta
b) Identification of Key Stakeholders: Brad McKinnon and Eric Dias
c) Charter Review Committee Resident Survey: James Walsh and Jean DiBattista
d) Review of August 12th Charter Review Forum
E. Next Steps
a) Charter Review Timeline
F. Adjournment
G. Public Comment
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 19:00
Zoning Board of Appeals
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 10:30
Charter Review Committee
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 10:30
Charter Review Committee
Charter Review Committee holds community forum on town charter
The Charter Review Committee is holding a community conversation forum titled 'Your Voice, Our Charter' to gather public input on the town charter. A quorum of the committee and the Town Council may be in attendance. The agenda contains no specific items for decision or discussion beyond the forum itself.
- Community conversation forum on the town charter
- Possible attendance by a quorum of the Town Council
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Town of Bridgewater
Charter Review Committee
August 12, 2026
10:30 AM
Your Voice, Our Charter
A Community Conversation Forum
Senior Center
10 Wally Krueger Way
A Quorum of the Charter Review Committee and the Town Council May Be In Attendance
MEETING AGENDA
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30
General
School policy subcommittee to review new student restraint rules due Aug. 17
The Policy Manual Subcommittee of the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee will meet to review and discuss three policies: JKAA (Time-Out, Seclusion, and Restraint of Students), which has been rewritten to align with new state regulations and must be in place by August 17, 2026; IHBG (Home Education Policy); and BEDH (Public Comment). The meeting will also consider items not reasonably anticipated at the time of posting and approve the minutes from July 13, 2026.
- Review of rewritten policy JKAA on time-out, seclusion, and restraint of students, required by DESE by August 17, 2026
- Review of IHBG Home Education Policy
- Review of BEDH Public Comment policy
- Approval of minutes from July 13, 2026
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BRIDGEWATER-RAYNHAM REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Posted to the District’s Website: August 5, 2026 @2:30 p.m. Sent to Bridgewater and Raynham Town Clerks August 5, 2026 @2:30 p.m. *Please be advised that the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District will
exercise
its
right
to
an
electronic
posting
system
for
all
School
Committee
and
subcommittee
meetings
of
the
Bridgewater-Raynham
Regional
School
District
School
Committee
per
Massachusetts
General
Law,
940
CMR
29.03:
Notice
Posting
Requirements.*
In compliance with Chapter 30A, Section 20, of the Massachusetts General Laws, you
are
hereby
notified
that
a
Policy
Manual
Subcommittee
Meeting
of
the
Bridgewater-Raynham
Regional
School
District
School
Committee
will
be
held
on
Tuesday,
August
11,
2026,
at
5:30
P.M.
in
the
Superintendent’s
Conference
Room,
166
Mt.
Prospect
Street,
Bridgewater,
MA
(rear
of
building)
AGENDA
1. Review and Discussion of Policy ● JKAA Time-Out, Seclusion, and Restraint of Students This policy has been entirely rewritten to align with new state regulations.
DESE
requires
this
policy
and
the
accompanying
procedures
to
be
in
place
by
August
17,
2026.
● IHBG Home Education Policy
● BEDH Public Comment
2. Other (not reasonably anticipated items at the time of posting)
3. Approval of Minutes July 13, 2026
4. Adjourn
Mr. …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
Council to consider zoning changes, data centers, and regional school withdrawal study
The Bridgewater Town Council will vote on several zoning amendments, including changes to Central Business District regulations and new rules for high-intensity data centers. They will also consider orders to study withdrawing grades Pre-K through 8 from the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District and to establish a municipal surveillance technology ordinance. Public hearings are scheduled for a liquor license category change and a used auto dealer license transfer.
- Order O-FY27-014: Study potential withdrawal of Pre-K through Grade 8 from Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District
- Zoning Ordinance D-FY26-014: Amendments to Central Business District Regulations
- Ordinance D-FY26-016: Proposed zoning amendment for High Intensity Data Centers
- Order O-FY27-011: Transfer Order for funding of Fire Arbitration (not recommended by committees)
- Proposed General Ordinance D-FY27-003: Establish new chapter on Municipal Surveillance Technology
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Town of Bridgewater
Town Council
August 11, 2026
7:00 PM
66 Central Square
Academy Building
Council Chambers/2nd Floor
The Town Council meeting is being streamed Live via You Tube.
Go to the Town of Bridgewater Facebook Page for the link.
Please note that the in-person meeting will not be suspended or terminated if technological problems
interrupt the remote connection.
MEETING AGENDA
Due to Massachusetts Open Meeting Law requirements, discussions will not take place during Public
Comment periods. If appropriate, responses to questions and concerns will be given by the Town
Manager at a future Town Council meeting.
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
a) July 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE PRESIDENT
C. PROCLAMATIONS
D. CITIZEN OPEN FORUM
E. APPOINTMENTS
a) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee: Francis Jeffries (2026 - 2027)
b) Housing Authority: Stacy Driscoll (2026 - 2029)
c) Board of Registrars of Voters Democratic Appointment: Michael Mischley
F. HEARINGS
G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
a) Petition P-2027-003: Granting of the Change of Category for Kotak LLC, Pages III -
233 Broad Street (Inside Roche Bros.)
Public Hearing: Advertised in the 7/31/26 Enterprise. Abutter Letters mailed 7/31/26.
b) Petition P-2027-004: Granting of the Transfer of the Class II Used Auto Dealers
License –Northeast Motor Sales & Services
Public Hearing: Advertised in the 7/31/26 Enterprise. Abutter Letters sen …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
Library Trustees
Town Council Meeting with Public Hearings and New Business
The agenda includes a call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, approval of minutes, public hearings, and new business. The meeting concludes with public comment and setting the next meeting date.
- Public hearings on unspecified items
- New business discussion
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15 South Street, Bridgewater
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Bridgewater Public Library
Meeting of the Board of Trustees
Monday, August 10 at 7 PM
At the Library
Agenda
!. Agenda
2. Secretary’s Report
3. Chair’s Report
4. Correspondence
5. Director’s Report
6. Committee Reports
A. Building and Grounds
B. Strategic Planning
C. Special Events and Outreach
7. Old Business
A. Town Code amendments update
B. FY 2027 Budget
C. Library Director evaluation-executive session
8. New Business
9. Public Comment
Date of next meeting: To be determined
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
Special Town Council meeting with executive session on personnel matter
This is a special meeting of the Bridgewater Town Council. The agenda is largely procedural, listing standard sections such as approval of minutes, announcements, citizen forum, and reports. The only substantive item is an executive session to discuss the reputation, character, or discipline of a public officer or employee.
- Executive session under M.G.L. c. 30A Section 21(a)1 to discuss an individual's reputation, character, or discipline
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Town of Bridgewater
Town Council
August 10, 2026
7:00 PM
Special Town Council Meeting
66 Central Square
Council Chambers/2nd Floor
MEETING AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE PRESIDENT
C. PROCLAMATIONS
D. CITIZEN OPEN FORUM
E. APPOINTMENTS
F. HEARINGS
G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
H. PRESENTATIONS
I. TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT
J. DISCUSSIONS
K. COMMITTEE REPORTS
L. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
M. OLD BUSINESS
N. NEW BUSINESS
O. CITIZEN COMMENTS
P. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Q. EXECUTIVE SESSION
a) Executive Session - Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A Section 21(a)1) to discuss the reputation,
character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of
an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought
against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual.
R. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 12:30
General
10 Wally Kreuger Way, Bridgewater
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Traffic fatalities4 (2024)
Business establishments13,421 (180,733 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,155/mo (114 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy14.1% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)
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Recorded votes
15
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
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