Lancaster
Upcoming
Agricultural Commission
The Lancaster Agricultural Commission will review and approve June meeting minutes, update finances, and discuss an Open Space Recreation Plan letter of support. They will also discuss Chapter 61A, a tax program for agricultural land, and PFAS forever chemicals. The meeting is primarily informational and procedural.
- Open Space Recreation Plan letter of support discussion
- Chapter 61A agricultural land tax program discussion
- PFAS forever chemicals discussion
- Review and approval of June 1, 2026 minutes
- Financial update of the Agricultural Commission
School Committees
The Minuteman School Committee will vote on authorizing adjustments to the mathematics Program of Studies to align with state graduation requirements. They will also vote on approving out-of-state travel for the FFA chapter, adopting several school policies, approving a FY26 budget transfer, and conducting officer elections. The meeting includes public comment, reports from the chair and superintendent, and an executive session for personnel and negotiation matters.
- Vote to approve out-of-state travel for Minuteman FFA Chapter to 99th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, October 20-23
- Vote to adopt policies: CTE Off-Campus Work Projects (IHB), School Choice (JFBB), and Public Complaints About Curriculum (KEC)
- Vote to authorize administration adjustments to mathematics Program of Studies to meet state graduation requirements
- Vote to approve FY26 General Fund Budget Transfer
- Executive session to appoint Acting Director of Special Education and discuss contract negotiations for non-union personnel
Board of Library Trustees
The Thayer Memorial Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the FY2027 budget and a gift from the Friends of the Library. The director will give a report, and the board will review action items.
- Discussion of FY2027 Budget
- Friends of the Thayer Memorial Library Gift
- Director's Report
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
- Next meeting scheduled for September 9, 2026
Housing Authority
The Lancaster Housing Authority board will vote on the FY2027 Annual Plan and grant the new executive director access to the MMDT account. They will also review June expenses, vacancy report, and minutes from the previous meeting. Public comment will be heard.
- Approve FY2027 Annual Plan
- Grant new executive director access to MMDT account
- Approve June expense sheet and checks
- Review vacancy report for June
- Receive Preservation Commission Committee update
Cultural Council
The Lancaster Cultural Council will review final survey results and finalize local priorities for the FY27 grant cycle. They will also brainstorm outreach efforts to raise awareness about the grant cycle.
- Review final survey results
- Define/finalize local priorities for FY27 Grant Cycle
- Brainstorm on outreach efforts for grant cycle awareness
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School Committees
The Nashoba Regional School Committee will vote on extending school leases. Public comment is taken via email signup, with speakers joining Zoom for the first 15 minutes.
- Extension of school leases (vote)
Board of Health
The Nashoba Associated Boards of Health will hold its quarterly meeting covering administrative matters, including elections and budget discussions. Key items include a vote on an inter-municipal agreement with the Town of Ayer for financial services and setting water sampling fees. Updates on Public Health Excellence and COVID-19 grants will also be presented.
- Election of officers and Director of Public Health selection process
- Inter-municipal agreement consideration & approval with Town of Ayer
- Water sampling fee consideration
- NABH budget process discussion
- Public Health Excellence Grant FY26 Workplan update
Board of Appeals
The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for a proposed addition at 11 Kinnear Ave. and a special permit at 35 McGovern Blvd. These are the only substantive items on the agenda.
- Public hearing for addition at 11 Kinnear Ave.
- Public hearing for special permit at 35 McGovern Blvd.
Board of Health
The Board of Health will consider upgrade permits for 30 South Meadow Road and 310 Mill St Ext, review Title V inspection reports for several properties, and discuss housing updates at 2790 North Main Street and 211 South Main Street, Apt #16. Also on the agenda: a slaughterhouse at 267 Brockelman Road, a closed landfill inspection report from DEP, and town trash regulations. The board will also approve minutes from May 28.
- Upgrade permits: 30 South Meadow Road and 310 Mill St Ext
- Title V inspection reports: 565 Langen Road, 12 Cole Farm Road, 28 Fuller Ave, 2369 Main Street
- Housing updates: 2790 North Main Street and 211 South Main Street Apt #16
- Slaughterhouse discussion at 267 Brockelman Road
- Town Trash Regulations
Cultural Council
The Cultural Council will discuss funding priorities for the upcoming FY27 grant cycle. Members will also review survey results and the recent Lancaster Day tabling event to improve outreach for future grant workshops.
- FY27 grant cycle local priorities
- Lancaster Day event review
- Grant workshop outreach brainstorming
- Final survey results review
The Council reviewed feedback from recent community events and survey results, noting a high demand for music, lectures, and workshops. Members discussed outreach strategies for the next grant cycle, which runs from September 2nd to December 15th. No formal votes were taken; the meeting focused on planning and outreach coordination.
- Reviewed survey results indicating underserved populations include seniors, young adults, and new residents
- Identified music, concerts, talks, and festivals as high-demand programming types
- Planned outreach to FY24-26 applicants and local organizations for the upcoming grant cycle
- Proposed providing direct feedback to applicants missing critical details during the review process
- Tabled the review of 'local priorities' language for the next meeting
Council on Aging
The Lancaster Council on Aging Committee will review and approve May meeting minutes, discuss FY27 budget updates and the Administrative Assistant position, receive updates on Lancaster Day, MART transportation, and summer programming. There is no guest speaker. The public may comment on operations and programs.
- Review and approve May 2026 meeting minutes
- FY27 Budget update and Administrative Assistant position discussion
- Lancaster Day recap
- MART status update
- Cribbage Group operational, Backgammon interest solicited
Commission on Disability
The Lancaster Commission on Disability will review minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the status of accessibility canvassing activities. Other topics include follow-up from Lancaster Day, plans for Accessibility Awareness Month, and logistics tracking.
- Review and approve minutes from 5/19/26 meeting
- Accessibility Canvassing status update
- Lancaster Day takeaways and follow-up
- Accessibility Awareness Month planning
- COD logistics and tracking document review
Housing Authority
The Lancaster Housing Authority held a regular meeting on June 10, 2026. All votes were unanimous. The board approved the minutes and May expense sheet, certificates for fire alarm system completion, a change of July meeting date, a bad debt write-off, and an ARPA contract for financial assistance. The board also authorized signing checks.
- Approved minutes of May 6, 2026 (5-0)
- Approved May expense sheet (5-0)
- Approved certificate of substantial completion for fire alarm system (5-0)
- Approved certificate of final completion for fire alarm system (5-0)
- Approved change of July meeting date (5-0)
- Approved bad debt write-off (5-0)
- Approved ARPA contract for financial assistance (CFA 4050) (5-0)
- Authorized signing of checks by Ms. Sonia and Ms. Foster
School Committees
The Minuteman School Committee approved the employment contract for the Superintendent/Director. They also adopted five new or revised policies (Homebound Instruction, English Learner Education, Student Services Program, Summer School, Instructional Materials) and moved three policies to second reading (Off Campus Work Projects, School Choice, Public Complaints about Curriculum). Out-of-state travel for Environmental Technology students to New Hampshire was approved.
- Approved Superintendent/Director employment contract
- Adopted Homebound Instruction policy IHBF
- Adopted English Learner Education policy IHBEA
- Adopted Student Services Program policy IHBA
- Adopted Summer School policy IHCA
- Adopted revised Instructional Materials policy IJ
- Approved out-of-state travel for Environmental Technology students to Star Island, NH
- Approved 2026-2027 School Committee meeting schedule
Conservation Commission
The Lancaster Conservation Commission held a remote meeting on June 9, 2026. All listed public hearings were continued to future dates, and no votes on permits, enforcement actions, or other substantive matters were recorded. The meeting consisted of discussions and administrative items such as officer elections and minutes approval, which were not finalized in the minutes provided.