Framingham public meetings in 2025

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct reorganization by electing officers and appointing a representative to the MetroWest Regional Collaborative. The board will also hold a continued public hearing regarding a scenic roadway modification at 196 Grant Street. Additionally, staff will report on future proposed zoning articles.

• Election of Planning Board officers
• Appointment of representative to MetroWest Regional Collaborative
• ANR for 112 & 120 Central Street
• Public hearing for 196 Grant Street regarding removal of a 40-inch DBH Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis
• Report on future proposed zoning articles

The Planning Board denied a request to remove a tree within the public right-of-way at 196 Grant Street. The board also approved a land conveyance plan for 112 and 120 Central Street and elected a new Vice Chair.

• Elected Mitchell Matorin as Vice Chair (2-0-1)
• Appointed Elsiana Zhaka as representative to the MetroWest Regional Collaborative
• Endorsed ANR plan for 112 & 120 Central Street (3-0-0)
• Denied Scenic Roadway Modification to remove tree at 196 Grant Street (0-0-3)
• Approved December 18, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss the FY2026 program funding allocation and review several grant applications with outstanding requirements. The meeting includes a discussion of the available funds for community housing, open space, and historic preservation.

• FY2026 Program Funding discussion and vote
• Review of applications including JFS of Metrowest Emergency Rental Subsidies
• Review of Carlson Crossing East ($600,000 request)
• Review of Eastleigh Farm ($3,000,000 request)
• Review of Farm Pond project ($230,500 request)

The Community Preservation Committee voted 8-0 to set aside $1.2 million of available funds for future extraordinary projects rather than spending it this fiscal year. It also voted 8-0 to eliminate the FEDC Stearns Reservoir project (CPA26-021) from consideration due to lack of site control, and agreed to send the applicant a letter noting the project has merit and can be reapplied for. Several other applications (Farm Pond trails, Walsh-Dunning softball fields, Waushakum Beach, 43-45 Nixon Road) were discussed but not decided, with applicants asked for more information.

• Eliminated FEDC Stearns Reservoir project (CPA26-021) from consideration due to lack of site control (8-0-0)
• Set aside $1.2 million of available funds for future extraordinary projects, not to be spent this fiscal year (8-0-0)
• Extended the meeting until 9:20 PM (8-0-0)
• Approved minutes of December 22, 2025 (7-0-1, Cosgrove abstained)
• Adjourned at 9:12 PM (8-0-0)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold public hearings regarding repairs at 16 Vernon Street and new construction at 205 Pleasant Street. The commission will also hold informal discussions regarding signage for First Parish Church and other local matters.

• Public Hearing: 16 Vernon Street (CCHD) repairs to entry area
• Public Hearing: 205 Pleasant Street (JMHD) new construction
• Discussion: First Parish Church (24 Vernon Street) wall sign materials and size
• Discussion: HDC webpages and additional local historic districts
• Discussion: Downtown signage

The Historic District Commission voted 9-0 to approve repairs to the entry area at 16 Vernon Street (Old Academy Building), including a gradient walkway, bluestone pavers under the portico, and an ADA push-button door. A second hearing for a new single-family house at 205 Pleasant Street was continued to 10 March 2026 after commissioners said the design and materials needed more work. The commission also gave informal feedback on a proposed CPA-funded sign for First Parish Church and approved minutes from 14 October and 18 November 2025. No decision was made on the condition of 201 Pleasant Street; commissioners discussed possibly sending a letter.

• Approved entry-area repairs at 16 Vernon Street (Old Academy Building), 9-0
• Continued 205 Pleasant Street new-house hearing to 10 March 2026, 7-0
• Approved 14 October 2025 minutes, 7-0
• Approved 18 November 2025 minutes, 7-0
• Adjourned meeting at 9:47pm, 7-0

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss a proposed demolition at 1639 Concord Street and receive an update on the Regional Justice Center at 121 Union Avenue. The Commission will also discuss and vote on revisions to its rules and procedures.

• Proposed demolition at 1639 Concord Street
• DCAMM update regarding Regional Justice Center (121 Union Avenue)
• Vote to revise Historical Commission Rules & Procedures
• Review of 14 properties on the Watch List
• Commission reorganization

The Historical Commission approved the minutes of its 14 May 2025 and 22 October 2025 meetings by 5-0-0 roll call votes and then adjourned. The bulk of the meeting was informational: DCAMM and its architects presented design updates and artifact-reuse plans for the proposed Regional Justice Center at 121 Union Avenue, and staff reported that a Demolition Review application for 1639 Concord Street was filed that day and will be on the February agenda. The Commission agreed to table, for a while, going back to the City Council with a request to change the Demolition Delay timeline.

• Approved minutes of 14 May 2025 (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes of 22 October 2025 (5-0-0)
• Agreed to table for a while a request to the City Council to change the Demo Delay timeline
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:01pm (5-0-0)
• No vote taken on the 121 Union Avenue Regional Justice Center presentation (informational only)
• No vote taken on 1639 Concord Street demolition; application to appear on February agenda

City Council

The Framingham City Council will reorganize on January 1, 2026, electing a Chair and Vice Chair, adopting temporary council rules, and assigning seating. The meeting follows the inauguration and is primarily procedural, with no substantive policy decisions scheduled.

• Vote to elect Chair and Vice Chair of the Council
• Adoption of temporary Council Rules (Order 2026-002) for 60 days
• Drawing of seat assignments for Council members
• Vote on proposed 2026 Council Meeting Calendar (Order 2026-001) via PDF

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss Farm Pond accessible trails and an appraisal for Eastleigh Farm. The committee is also reviewing several FY2026 applications and reviewing a proposed schedule for upcoming applicant presentations.

• Discussion of Farm Pond accessible trails
• Discussion of Eastleigh Farm appraisal
• Review of JFS of Metrowest Emergency Rental Subsidies application
• Review of Carol Getchell Middle Section construction application
• Proposed presentation schedule for January and February 2026

The Community Preservation Committee agreed to a presentation schedule for 16 grant applicants: 10 minutes to present plus 10 minutes for questions, with a four-slide limit. It discussed Farm Pond's status as a state-owned Great Pond and the Eastleigh Farm appraisal, which cannot proceed until engineering work finalizes the size of the agricultural restriction. The committee approved the December 8, 2025 minutes (8-0-0) and the August 26, 2025 Application Subcommittee minutes (3-0-0), then adjourned at 7:58 PM. No grant awards or funding decisions were made.

• Agreed to applicant presentation schedule: 10 minutes presenting, 10 minutes questions, four-slide limit
• Approved December 8, 2025 minutes as amended (8-0-0)
• Approved August 26, 2025 Application Subcommittee minutes as amended (3-0-0)
• Adjourned at 7:58 PM (8-0-0)
• No vote on Farm Pond Accessible Trail; discussion only
• No vote on Eastleigh Farm appraisal; awaiting engineering documents

SIFOC Joint Meeting with the City Council and the School Committee

The City Council, School Committee, and SIFOC will meet to review the city's financial condition and budget forecasts. The Mayor's Office and School Department will present initial outlooks and planning information for Fiscal Year 2027. The meeting includes a discussion between city officials and a period for public participation.

• Presentation by the Mayor's Office on Fiscal Year 2027 outlook, expenditures, and revenues
• Presentation by the School Department on Fiscal Year 2027 planning
• Discussion on the budget between the Mayor's Office, Council, School Committee, and SIFOC
• Public participation session regarding budget priorities

The Strategic Initiatives and Finance Oversight Committee (SIFOC) met jointly with the City Council, School Committee, and the Mayor's office to discuss the 2027 budget under voted charter changes. Questions covered health care, collective bargaining, transparency, declining student enrollment, and the busing program, with public questions on funding additional safety officers, decreased city services, more SIFOC participation, and lack of coordination/pre-planning. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned unanimously at 8:16 PM.

• Held joint budget discussion with City Council, School Committee, and Mayor's office (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (Dan moved, Charlie seconded)

City Council Joint Meeting

The Framingham City Council is holding a joint meeting with the Administration, School Committee, Superintendent of Schools, and the Strategic Initiatives Financial Oversight Committee (SIFOC) to review the city's financial condition and initial Fiscal Year 2027 revenue and expenditure forecasts. The mayor's office and school department will present their preliminary budget plans ahead of the February 4, 2026 budget submission. Public input on budget priorities will be accepted during the meeting.

• Presentation by Mayor's Office on Initial FY2027 Outlook, Expenditures and Revenues
• Presentation by School Department on Initial FY2027 Planning
• Discussion on budget between Mayor's Office, Council, School Committee, and SIFOC
• Public participation for budget priorities

Stapleton Elementary School Council

The Stapleton Elementary School Council will review progress on the 2026-2029 School Improvement Plan. Members will also review attendance and engagement regarding Reading Night.

• Review of 2026-2029 School Improvement Plan (SIP) progress
• Creation of new goals aligned with the District Strategic Plan
• Review of Reading Night attendance and engagement

The Stapleton Elementary School Council met between September and December 2025 to discuss school operations, enrollment, and the development of the 2026-2029 School Improvement Plan (SIP). The council reviewed progress on district strategic priorities, including academic discourse and family engagement, and evaluated the success of the recent Reading Night event. No formal votes or binding legislative actions were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Reviewed 2026-2029 School Improvement Plan goals
• Evaluated Reading Night attendance and engagement data
• Discussed MCAS accountability score improvement
• Reviewed student enrollment and attendance trends
• Monitored status of water fill station installations

Framingham Public Library Long Range Planning Committee

The Framingham Public Library Long Range Planning Committee is refining interview questions to gather community input for a strategic plan. The discussion includes developing foundational questions for residents and specific inquiries for city officials and local organizations.

• Discussion of interview questions for the Mayor and City Councilors
• Proposed interview questions for local organizations including the Callahan Senior Center
• Review of community feedback regarding library social spaces and 'third place' needs
• Development of modified interview questions for kids and teens

Traffic Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding safety improvements on Clinton Street and parking in the Lawrence Street no-parking zone. They will also review traffic data for Arsenal Road and consider a traffic change petition for Gorman Road.

• Public hearing: Clinton Street safety improvements including flashing beacons and speed calming
• Public hearing: Lawrence Street parking regulations
• Public hearing: Arsenal Road safety review
• Traffic change petition: Gorman Road
• Review of Arsenal Road traffic speed data

City Council Executive Session

The Framingham City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning amendment that would make the City Council the Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily, mixed-use, assisted living, and cluster developments over 75,000 square feet. The council will also consider several other items, including a possible vote on the 97 Franklin Street property, collective bargaining agreements, and appointments to the Council on Aging.

• Zoning amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for projects over 75,000 sq ft (Order 2025-006-003)
• Possible vote on 97 Franklin Street property for municipal purposes (Order 2025-087)
• Eversource conduit work on Pusan Road (Order 2025-088)
• Collective bargaining agreements for Parks & Recreation (LIUNA 1116) and Library (SEIU 888)
• Appointments to Council on Aging: Lucille Riddle, Luciana Sousa, Thomas Grove

City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee

The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will meet remotely to review draft minutes from prior meetings and discuss Order 2025-075, a referral concerning the Framingham Community Advisory Board for Development. The agenda includes public participation and member reports, but no other substantive action items are listed.

• Order 2025-075: referral to Economic Development and Planning & Zoning Subcommittees regarding Framingham Community Advisory Board for Development
• Review of draft minutes from June 16, September 15, and October 8, 2025 meetings

Traffic Commission

The Framingham Traffic Commission will hold public hearings regarding safety improvements on Clinton Street and parking on Lawrence Street. The Commission will also review traffic data for Arsenal Road and consider a traffic change petition for Gorman Road.

• Public hearing: Clinton Street safety enhancements including flashing beacons and speed calming
• Public hearing: Lawrence Street no parking zone
• Public hearing: Arsenal Road safety and traffic speed review
• Traffic change petition: Gorman Road
• Approval of August 26, 2025, meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a scenic roadway modification at 196 Grant Street. The board will also vote on using Millwood funds toward a housing plan and receive an update from the Community Preservation Committee.

• Public hearing for PB-12-25: Scenic Roadway Modification at 196 Grant Street
• Proposed removal of a 40-inch DBH Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis in the public right-of-way
• Vote to use Millwood funds towards housing plan
• CPC update by Director of Planning & Community Development

The Planning Board voted to allocate the remaining Millwood affordable housing funds toward the Framingham Housing Plan. The board also continued a public hearing regarding a scenic roadway tree removal request at 196 Grant Street to January 8, 2026, to allow for a site visit. Additionally, the board approved meeting minutes from November 6 and November 20, 2025.

• Approved use of remaining Millwood funds for Housing Plan (3-0-0)
• Continued 196 Grant Street tree removal hearing to Jan 8, 2026 (3-0-0)
• Approved Nov 6 and Nov 20, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Brophy Elementary School Council

The School Council will meet to review enrollment, staffing, and academic performance updates from the principal. Members will also work to refine SMART goals and action steps for the School Improvement Plan.

• Principal's update on enrollment and staffing
• Academic performance update
• Refinement of School Improvement Plan SMART goals
• Discussion on increasing family and community engagement

The Brophy Elementary School Council met to review enrollment updates, academic performance, and the School Improvement Plan. The council discussed refining SMART goals and strategies to increase family and community engagement. No formal votes or substantive policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Reviewed enrollment and staffing updates
• Discussed refinement of School Improvement Plan SMART goals
• Proposed strategies for increasing family and community engagement

City Council Rules, Ordinances and Ethics Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Rules, Ordinances and Ethics Subcommittee will meet remotely on December 15, 2025, to discuss two referred items: a proposed Welcoming Ordinance (Order 2025-083) and a review of the city's noise ordinance regarding air and noise pollution (Order 2025-076). The subcommittee will also consider draft minutes from May 5 and May 27, 2025. No votes are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Welcoming Ordinance (Order 2025-083) referred by Councilor Ward
• Review of Framingham Trust in Local Law Enforcement Ordinance draft
• Discussion of air and noise pollution and current noise ordinance (Order 2025-076)
• Review of MA leaf blower ordinances and restrictions
• Approval of draft minutes from May 5 and May 27, 2025

City Council Public Health, Safety & Transportation Subcommittee

The Public Health, Safety & Transportation Subcommittee will discuss air and noise pollution and the current noise ordinance, following a referral from the Chair. The meeting includes public participation, action items, and discussion. Minutes from September 29, 2025 are pending.

• Discussion of air and noise pollution and current noise ordinance (Order 2025-076)
• Referral to Public Health, Safety & Transportation and Rules, Ordinance & Ethics Subcommittees
• Review of MA Leaf Blower Ordinances & Restrictions and Lerner Leaf Blowers letter

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to review financial updates, including PRIM statements and cash books. The agenda includes approving payroll and expense warrants, discussing legal RFPs, and reviewing cyber security presentations.

• Approval of Payroll Warrant #11282025P
• Approval of Expense Warrant #12312025
• Approval of Refund/Xfer Warrant #12312025R
• Review of Legal RFP
• Cyber Security/Insurance presentation

The Framingham Retirement Board voted to retain The Law Offices of Thomas F. Gibson as legal counsel through 2032. The Board also approved a new official seal, authorized retroactive vacation time for the Assistant Director, and moved to terminate the retirement allowance of a member for non-compliance with 91A reporting requirements. Additionally, the Board initiated plans to conduct future audits through the City of Framingham's municipal auditor.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $3,169,417.38 in total warrants (5-0)
• Approved separate municipal audit for fiscal year 2025 (5-0)
• Approved new official retirement system seal (5-0)
• Approved retroactive vacation time for Assistant Director (5-0)
• Approved termination of former Executive Director's contract (5-0)
• Voted to terminate Charles Piso's allowance if non-compliant by Dec 24 (5-0)
• Appointed Law Offices of Thomas F. Gibson as legal counsel through 2032 (5-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a hearing regarding an emergency condemnation and order to vacate for the property at 100 Mount Wayte Ave. An inspection found the dwelling unfit for habitation due to immediate dangers including lack of heat, electricity, and hot water. The Board will also discuss the selection of the 2026 Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Hearing: Emergency condemnation and order to vacate for 100 Mount Wayte Ave
• Discussion and vote for 2026 Board of Health Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2025, and September 21, 2021

The Board of Health held a hearing regarding the condemnation of an abandoned radio station at 100 Mount Wayte Ave. Members voted to sustain the Order to Vacate but extended the compliance deadline from 48 hours to December 31, 2025. Additionally, the Board established a two-year term for the Chair and Vice-Chair positions.

• Approved minutes for 9/21/2021 (4-0-0)
• Approved minutes for 11/18/2025 (4-0-0)
• Established two-year term for Chair and Vice-Chair (4-0-0)
• Sustained Order to Vacate for 100 Mount Wayte Ave. (4-0-0)
• Extended vacate deadline to December 31, 2025 (4-0-0)

Veterans Council

The Veterans Council will meet at the Framingham Public Library and via Zoom. The agenda includes reviewing recent activity, minutes, and financial matters related to events.

• Discussion of recent council activity
• Review of meeting minutes
• Discussion of financial items regarding events
• Planning for upcoming events
• Call for new council members

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss District 4 parks and the Capital Improvement Plan with City Councilor Michael Cannon. The meeting also includes a review of the Bay State Motor Festival application and various department reports.

• District 4 parks discussion including Weston Aqueduct, Juniper Hill, Simpson Park, Furber Park, and Perry Trust Trails
• Bay State Motor Festival application
• Mary Dennison Park remediation and utility work update
• Cushing Park Splash Pad conceptual design update
• Walnut Street Path decking installation update

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved a permit for the Bay State Motor Festival to be held at Cushing Memorial Park on June 21, 2026. Commissioners also appointed Dave Gudejko as the department's representative to the Community Center Advisory Committee. Additionally, the board reviewed departmental reports regarding ongoing park maintenance, capital projects, and upcoming recreation programming.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved permit for Bay State Motor Festival on June 21, 2026 (4-0-0)
• Appointed Dave Gudejko to Community Center Advisory Committee (4-0-0)
• Accepted Parks and Recreation report (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Human Relations Commission

The Framingham Human Relations Commission will hold its regular meeting on Dec 11, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, discussion of a Human Relations time capsule, and consideration of hosting the documentary film 'Recovery City'. Sub-committee reports on monthly programs are also scheduled.

• Discussion of Human Relations time capsule
• Consideration of hosting 'Recovery City' documentary film
• Reports of sub-committees on monthly programs
• Approval of minutes from last meeting

Hemenway Elementary School Council

The Hemenway Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss school connections, learning stances, updates from a forum, data review, and the School Improvement Plan. The council will also plan how to communicate back to the community. This is a routine school governance meeting.

• Review of school data
• School Improvement Plan update
• Communication plan back to community
• Update from forum

City Council

The Framingham City Council will hold a second reading and vote on proposed zoning amendments that would make the City Council the Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily, mixed-use, assisted living, and cluster developments of 75,000+ square feet. The council will also vote on several other items, including a possible vote on the 97 Franklin Street property, collective bargaining agreements, and appointments to the Council on Aging.

• Vote on zoning amendments to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for projects 75,000+ sq ft (Order 2025-006-003)
• Possible vote on 97 Franklin Street real property matter (Order 2025-087)
• Approve Eversource conduit work on Pusan Road (Order 2025-088)
• Approve collective bargaining agreements for Parks & Recreation (LIUNA 1116) and Library (SEIU 888)
• Appoint 3 members to Council on Aging through June 2028

Sustainability Committee

The Framingham Sustainability Committee is holding a regular meeting on December 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes a public participation period, an optional vote to waive a provision of Order 2021-048-001, a sustainability coordinator update, and discussion of the Climate Leaders Program. The meeting is largely procedural, with updates and scheduling items.

• Optional vote to waive provision of Order 2021-048-001
• Sustainability Coordinator Update
• Climate Leaders Program update and next steps
• Government report backs
• Member updates and status of new members

The Framingham Sustainability Committee met to discuss ongoing projects, including geothermal initiatives and the Climate Leaders Program. The committee voted to waive a provision of Order 2021-048-001 and confirmed the schedule for upcoming meetings in January.

• Voted to waive provision of Order 2021-048-001 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Mayoral Composting Task Force

The Framingham Composting Task Force will hold a public meeting with Mayor Sisitsky to discuss the city's composting program. They will also review updates on the Free Cart Program, hear reports from the Schools and Promotion working groups, and discuss a letter on the future of the task force (CTF into the future).

• Discussion with Mayor Sisitsky on composting program
• Free Cart Program update (sign-ups and pick-ups reported in prior meetings)
• Working group updates: Schools and Promotion
• Review of 'CTF into the future' letter outlining recommendations
• Closing celebration scheduled for December 13 Family Breakfast

The Composting Task Force voted 10-0 to approve a letter of recommendations to the mayor, suggesting creation of a solid waste advisory committee or task force to continue the city's composting work. The task force also discussed the free cart program, reporting 117 new sign-ups and an increase to over 540 subscribers—a 20% growth. Mayor Sisitsky offered to send a press release supporting the program. Minutes from three previous meetings were approved, and the chair was authorized to finalize meeting minutes.

• Approved letter of recommendations with language 'Solid Waste Advisory Committee or Task Force' (10-0-0)
• Approved minutes from November 12, October 22, and September 10 meetings (10-0-1, Janet abstained)
• Authorized chair to approve final meeting minutes before sharing with city clerk (Janet abstained, all others yes)
• Adjourned meeting (10-0-0)

Mayoral Framingham Community Center Advisory Committee

The Mayoral Framingham Community Center Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from the October 15th meeting. The committee will also focus on creating, appointing, and determining the scope of work for new subcommittees.

• Approval of October 15th meeting minutes
• Creation of subcommittees
• Appointment of subcommittees
• Discussion regarding subcommittee scope of work

The committee formed three subcommittees focused on sports/gym, performing arts/theater, and programming to determine the best uses for the community center space. Members not present at the meeting will be assigned to subcommittees by the mayor's office. Subcommittees are scheduled to meet in January 2026 to prepare summaries for the full board's February 2026 meeting.

• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Established Sports/Gym subcommittee
• Established Performing Arts/Theater subcommittee
• Established Programming subcommittee

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will consider motions to approve 2025 write-offs and enter into one-year on-call service contracts for landscaping and HVAC maintenance. The board will also review participation in the Massachusetts State-Aided Property Insurance Program.

• Approval of 2025 Write-offs
• One-year contract with Al's Landscaping Service, Inc. for On-Call Landscape Maintenance
• One-year contract with All About Air for On-Call HVAC Services
• Massachusetts State-Aided Property Insurance Program Participation Agreement

The Framingham Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved the 2025 write-offs and authorized new one-year service contracts for landscaping and HVAC maintenance. The Board also approved the Massachusetts State-Aided Property Insurance Program Participation Agreement and accepted the Executive Director's report.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved amended November 10, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0-1)
• Approved payment of bills (3-0)
• Accepted Executive Director's report (3-0)
• Approved 2025 write-offs (3-0)
• Approved one-year contract with Al’s Landscaping Service, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved one-year contract with All About Air for HVAC services (3-0)
• Approved state-aided property insurance participation agreement (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and sign monthly MVE tax abatements for October and November. The agenda also includes a review of the FY2026 Classification Update and a motion to enter executive session to discuss real estate and personal property abatements, exemptions, and ATB cases.

• Review and approval of October 1, 2025 minutes
• Review and sign monthly MVE Tax Abatements for October and November
• Review and sign MVE Warrant Commitment #6
• FY2026 Classification Update review
• Executive session to discuss real estate and personal property abatements, exemptions, and ATB cases

The Board of Assessors approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for October and November 2025 and signed MVE Warrant Commitment #6. The Board also approved a fiscal year 2026 classification update following a City Council revote that lowered tax rates for residential and CIP classes. Additionally, the Board authorized a tax deferral lien release and a personal property tax abatement.

• Approved October and November 2025 MVE tax abatements (2-0-0)
• Approved MVE Warrant Commitment #6 for $187,108.82 (2-0-0)
• Approved FY2026 classification update (2-0-0)
• Signed tax deferral release of lien for 192 School St (2-0-0)
• Approved $266.59 personal property tax abatement (2-0-0)
• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0-0)

Team Framingham

The Team Framingham Steering Committee will meet to review committee updates and reports. The agenda includes updates on Runner, Charity, Banner, Training, and Swag items.

• Approval of October 20th, 2025 meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s Report from Lisa B.
• Updates regarding Runner, Charity, Banner, Training, and Swag

The steering committee unanimously approved a budget of up to $3,000 for 2026 banners, with ICL as the vendor. They also discussed plans for t-shirts, cowbells, runner logistics, and charity partnerships, but no other formal votes were taken. The meeting was procedural and focused on updates and planning.

• Approved up to $3,000 for 2026 banners (unanimous)
• Approved November 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review FY2026 Community Preservation Act applications for completeness, discuss a potential addendum to the Eastleigh Farm appraisal, and consider a request for administrative funds to survey properties on Central Street. The committee will also approve minutes from the November 24 meeting. The agenda is primarily procedural, focusing on application review and follow-up questions.

• Request for administrative funds for survey of 474 Central Street, 499 Central Street and Simpson Park
• Potential addendum to Eastleigh Farm appraisal (original appraisal cost $5,700 of $15,000 approved)
• FY2026 applications totaling $7,981,487, including $3,000,000 for Eastleigh Farm and $1,361,590 for Walsh-Dunning Softball Field Complex
• Review of missing items for eight applications, including Farm Pond Accessible Trails ($230,500) and Edgell Grove Cemetery Tomb House ($585,000)
• Approval of minutes from November 24, 2025 meeting

The Community Preservation Committee approved two administrative funding requests: up to $10,000 for an ANR plan (survey) for 499 Central Street and Simpson Park, and up to $10,000 for an appraisal of Eastleigh Farm. Both votes were unanimous (9-0) for the survey and 6-3 for the appraisal. The committee also reviewed several FY2026 project applications but took no action on them.

• Approved $10,000 administrative funds for ANR plan for 499 Central Street and Simpson Park (9-0)
• Approved $10,000 administrative funds for appraisal of Eastleigh Farm (6-3)
• Extended meeting to 9:15 PM (9-0)
• Extended meeting to 9:25 PM (9-0)
• Approved minutes of November 24, 2025 (6-0-3)

City Council

The Framingham City Council will hold a public hearing on Order 2025-066-003 to revisit the FY2026 tax rate presentation and discussion, as requested by the Finance Subcommittee. The council will hear public input and may vote on the tax rate. The agenda includes only this single substantive item, with the rest being procedural.

• Public hearing on FY2026 tax rate (Order 2025-066-003)
• Revisit of FY2026 Tax Rate Presentation and discussion
• Finance Subcommittee requested the hearing
• Documents include revised tax rate presentation and tax recap schedules

The City Council held a public hearing on the FY2026 tax rate after a $3.2 million levy calculation error was identified. The Council approved a 1.69% shift with a residential factor of .8341 and voted not to accept two exemptions, both 11-0. The revised tax rate uses $1.6 million in additional local revenue from building permits, excise tax, and interest income, reducing the average tax bill by about $54. The error was attributed to a lack of understanding, and the Administration outlined eight steps to prevent similar mistakes.

• Approved 1.69% shift with residential factor of .8341 (11-0)
• Approved not to accept either exemption (11-0)
• Opened public hearing on FY2026 tax rate revisit (10-0)
• Closed public hearing (10-0)
• Adjourned at 8:46 PM (11-0)

City Council Appointments Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Appointments Subcommittee is meeting remotely on December 10, 2025, to consider appointments and reappointments to the Council on Aging. The agenda includes reviewing four members to serve through June 30, 2028, alongside discussions of past meeting minutes. The subcommittee members are Janet Leombruno, Leslie White Harvey, and George P. King, Jr.

• Consideration of 4 member appointments to the Council on Aging through June 30, 2028, including Lucille Riddle (D8 appointment), Luciana Sousa (D8 appointment), Thomas Grove (D8 reappointment), and Jennifer Rich (D1 reappointment self withdrawn)
• Review of minutes from October 16, 2025, November 18, 2025, and December 1, 2025

The Appointments Subcommittee approved three appointments to the Council on Aging: Lucille Riddle, Luciana Sousa, and Thomas Grove (reappointment), each through June 30, 2028, by unanimous 3-0 votes. The subcommittee also approved the October 16, 2025 minutes (2-0-1) and adjourned.

• Approved appointment of Lucille Riddle to Council on Aging through June 30, 2028 (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Luciana Sousa to Council on Aging through June 30, 2028 (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Thomas Grove to Council on Aging through June 30, 2028 (3-0)
• Approved October 16, 2025 minutes as drafted (2-0-1)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four new cases, including a request to modify a special permit to allow new-vehicle sales at 154 Waverly Street, a variance for a garage at 4 Brownlea Road, a finding for a vertical extension at 90 Spruce Street, and an appeal and special permit request for a two-family dwelling at 18 Milton Street. The board will also accept minutes from its October 22, 2025 session. Public comments are due by December 5, 2025.

• 25-22: Modify special permit #81-6 to allow sale of new vehicles with Class 1 license at 154 Waverly Street (Icon Motors Group)
• 25-23: Variance for 14'x24' detached garage within front setback at 4 Brownlea Road
• 25-24: Finding for vertical extension of non-conforming single-family dwelling at 90 Spruce Street
• 25-25: Appeal of Building Commissioner's decision and special permit request for two-family dwelling in G zone at 18 Milton Street
• Minutes acceptance for 10/22/2025 open session

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit modification for Icon Motors Group to sell new vehicles at 154 Waverly Street and authorized a vertical extension for a home at 90 Spruce Street. The board continued hearings for a garage variance at 4 Brownlea Road and a two-family dwelling request at 18 Milton Street to January 14, 2026, to allow for project revisions and re-advertising.

• Approved minutes from October 22, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved special permit modification for 154 Waverly Street (3-0)
• Continued 4 Brownlea Road garage variance to Jan 14, 2026 (3-0)
• Continued 18 Milton Street appeal/special permit to Jan 14, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved vertical extension finding for 90 Spruce Street (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:49pm (4-0)

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on funding for two collective bargaining agreements (Parks & Recreation LIUNA Local 1116 and Library SEIU Local 888) and to revisit the FY2026 tax rate presentation. The meeting includes public participation and approval of prior minutes.

• Order 2025-071: Approve funding of MOA Parks LIUNA Local 1116 (tabled from 11/25/25)
• Order 2025-085: Approve funding of MOA Library SEIU Local 888
• Order 2025-066-002: Revisit FY2026 Tax Rate Presentation and discussion
• Minutes from 11/13/25 and 11/25/25 (pending availability)

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee recommended approval of three items: a collective bargaining agreement with LIUNA Local 1116 for Parks & Recreation, a funding agreement with SEIU Local 888 for the Library, and a revised FY2026 tax rate presentation that corrects a $3.2 million revenue error. All three motions passed 4-0. The subcommittee also approved the minutes from the 11/13/25 meeting.

• Approved Parks & Recreation union agreement (LIUNA 1116) 4-0
• Approved Library union agreement (SEIU 888) 4-0
• Approved revised FY2026 tax rate presentation 4-0
• Approved 11/13/25 minutes 4-0

Fuller Middle School Council

The Fuller Middle School Council is meeting to review items from the last meeting, hear reports on action items, introduce members, and review collaboration norms. The main substantive item is a review of the School Improvement Plan for 2023-25, identifying successes and areas of growth. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being fixed recurring agenda items.

• Review of items from last meeting
• Report on action items
• Introduction of members
• Review of norms
• School Improvement Plan 2023-25: identify success and areas of growth

SIFOC

The Strategic Initiatives and Financial Oversight Committee (SIFOC) will meet to discuss updates on Framingham's vision, research into neighboring towns' strategic documents, work with the Planning Board and EDC, and planning for a charter-required joint meeting to review the city budget. The agenda includes public participation and approval of minutes from November 5, 2025.

• Discussion on Framingham's vision and planning for future meetings
• Update on research into neighboring towns' use of strategic documents
• Update on work with Planning Board and EDC
• Discussion on charter-required joint meeting to review city budget

The Strategic Initiatives and Finance Oversight Committee (SIFOC) met on December 3, 2025, and approved the minutes from November 5, 2025, unanimously. Discussions covered city vision sessions, a study of neighboring towns (noting Montpelier, VT's use of Envision and Zencity dashboards at about $10,000 per year each), and integration with the Planning Board Master Plan and EDC. The committee also voted unanimously to approve Nicole Hovey as the new clerk, replacing Charlie Kiefer, who announced his retirement from the role. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these procedural actions.

• Approved minutes of November 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Nicole Hovey as SIFOC clerk (unanimous)

City Council

The Framingham City Council is holding a continued public hearing and possible vote on zoning amendments that would make the City Council the Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily, mixed-use, assisted living, and cluster developments of 75,000+ square feet. The agenda also includes a vote on the FY2026 tax rate, a school bus lease, affordable housing funds, and several appointments. A proposal to reallocate $54,964.15 in CDBG funds for downtown sidewalk power washing was withdrawn by the administration.

• Zoning amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for projects 75,000+ sq ft (Order 2025-006-003)
• FY2026 tax rate public hearing scheduled for 12/9/25 (Order 2025-066-002)
• 5-year school bus lease FY2027-2031 (Order 2025-079-001)
• Affordable Housing Funds appropriation (Order 2025-080-001)
• Appointments to Agricultural Advisory Committee, Human Relations Commission, Cable Advisory Committee, ZBA, Council on Aging

The City Council voted 9-2 to adopt the Specialized Opt-In Energy Code, which will regulate the design and construction of new residential and commercial buildings for sustainability and reduced greenhouse gas emissions, effective July 1, 2026. The Council also approved the first reading of a zoning amendment to make itself the Special Permit Granting Authority for large projects of 125,000 square feet or more, and approved a 5-year school bus lease contract. Several other items were approved, including appointments to various boards and committees.

• Adopted Specialized Opt-In Energy Code (9-2)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendment making City Council SPGA for projects 125,000+ sq ft (9-2)
• Approved 5-year school bus lease with New England Transit Sales, Inc. for $10,674,640 (11-0)
• Approved $10,231 appropriation from Affordable Housing Funds for Housing Production Plan consultant (11-0)
• Approved traffic regulation changes for accessible parking on Hillside Street and parking changes on Danforth Street (11-0)
• Approved gas main work grant for Eversource on Colonel James Halpin Drive (11-0)
• Approved appointments to Agricultural Advisory Committee, Human Relations Commission, Cable Advisory Committee, and Zoning Board of Appeals (11-0 each)
• Referred FY2026 tax rate presentation and MOA Library SEIU Local 888 funding to Finance Subcommittee

City Council Appointments Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Appointments Subcommittee will meet remotely on December 1, 2025, to discuss and vote on five mayoral appointments to various city boards and commissions. The agenda includes appointments to the Agricultural Advisory Committee, Human Relations Commission, Cable Advisory Committee, and Zoning Board of Appeals. The subcommittee will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Appointment of Elys Rodriguez-D8 to Agricultural Advisory Committee through June 30, 2027
• Reappointment of Matthew Brown-D2 to Human Relations Commission through June 30, 2028
• Appointment of Cynthia Villanueva-D2 to Cable Advisory Committee through June 30, 2028
• Appointment of Francis Alves-D2 and Steven McCarthy-D3 as associate members of Zoning Board of Appeals through June 30, 2026

The City Council Appointments Subcommittee voted 3-0-0 to approve five appointments to city boards and commissions: Elys Rodriguez to the Agricultural Advisory Committee, Matthew Brown (reappointment) to the Human Relations Commission, Cynthia Villanueva (reappointment) to the Cable Advisory Committee, and Francis Alves and Steven McCarthy as associate members of the Zoning Board of Appeals. The subcommittee also approved its September 24, 2025 minutes 2-0-1, with member White Harvey abstaining. A request by White Harvey for the number of applicants for open positions was referred to the Citizens Participation Officer to consult with the mayor on whether sharing that data is advisable. There were no public comments.

• Approved Elys Rodriguez to Agricultural Advisory Committee through June 30, 2027 (3-0-0)
• Approved reappointment of Matthew Brown to Human Relations Commission through June 30, 2028 (3-0-0)
• Approved reappointment of Cynthia Villanueva to Cable Advisory Committee through June 30, 2028 (3-0-0)
• Approved Francis Alves as associate member of Zoning Board of Appeals through June 30, 2026 (3-0-0)
• Approved Steven McCarthy as associate member of Zoning Board of Appeals through June 30, 2026 (3-0-0)
• Approved September 24, 2025 minutes as drafted (2-0-1, White Harvey abstained)
• Referred request for applicant numbers to Citizens Participation Officer to consult with mayor on advisability
• Adjourned at 6:30 p.m. (3-0-0)

Women, Children, and Families Commission

The commission will meet to welcome new members and receive updates on meetings and events. The agenda also includes discussion regarding upcoming events for the commission to support.

• Welcome new members
• Updates on meeting and events
• Upcoming events for support

The commission reviewed its role as an advisory body to the mayor and discussed creating a new survey to identify issues facing local families. Members planned to review previous survey data to develop new questions and discussed future outreach efforts, including attending local events. No formal votes were taken on policy matters, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

MRECC Finance Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss its role and hold votes regarding the Fiscal Year 2026 and Fiscal Year 2027 budgets. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• Vote on FY26 Budget
• Vote on FY27 Budget
• Discussion on the role of the MRECC Finance Advisory Committee

MRECC Operations Committee Joint meeting with the MRECC Board of Directors and the MRECC Finance Advisory Committee

The MRECC Board, Operations Committee, and Finance Advisory Committee will meet to vote on the second half of the FY26 budget and the FY27 budget. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding transitioning the Executive Director and Deputy Director to MRECC employees.

• Vote on second half of FY26 Budget
• Vote on FY27 Budget
• Transition of Executive Director and Deputy Director to MRECC employees
• Construction update for 188 Concord St, Framingham
• Update on Computer-Aided Dispatch and Records Management System

MRECC Board of Directors Joint Meeting with the MRECC Operations Committee and the MRECC Finance Advisory Committee

The MRECC Board of Directors, Operations Committee, and Finance Advisory Committee will meet to vote on the second half of the FY26 budget and the FY27 budget. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding transitioning the Executive Director and Deputy Director to MRECC employees.

• Vote on second half of FY26 Budget
• Vote on FY27 Budget
• Transition of Executive Director and Deputy Director to MRECC employees
• Construction update for 188 Concord St, Framingham
• Update on Computer-Aided Dispatch and Records Management System

The Board approved Southcoast Improvements as the low bidder for the construction of the MRECC. The project faces a $181,751 shortfall in construction costs to be addressed through municipal assessments and capital appropriations.

• Approved Southcoast Improvements as construction contractor for $9,492,444 (2-0)

MRECC Finance Advisory Committee Joint Meeting with the MRECC Operations Committee and the MRECC Board of Directors

The MRECC Board of Directors, Operations Committee, and Finance Advisory Committee will meet to vote on the second half of the FY26 budget and the FY27 budget. The agenda also includes a vote regarding transitioning the Executive Director and Deputy Director to MRECC employees.

• Vote on second half of FY26 Budget
• Vote on FY27 Budget
• Transition of Executive Director and Deputy Director to MRECC employees
• Construction update for 188 Concord St, Framingham
• Update on Computer-Aided Dispatch and Records Management System

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on several financial items, including reallocating $54,964.15 in unspent CDBG funds for downtown sidewalk power washing, a collective bargaining agreement for Parks & Recreation, a Financial Analyst job description, the FY2027-FY2031 Capital Improvement Plan, a school bus lease, and an Affordable Housing Funds appropriation. They will also receive an update on the FY 2026 tax levy. The agenda includes both new referrals and continued discussions from prior meetings.

• Reallocation of $54,964.15 in unspent CDBG funds for downtown sidewalk pressure washing
• Collective bargaining agreement for 1116 Parks & Recreation (LIUNA Local 1116)
• FY2027-FY2031 Recommended Capital Improvement Plan
• 5-year school bus lease for FY2027-2031
• Appropriation of Affordable Housing Funds

The Finance Subcommittee recommended a five-year lease for 86 diesel school buses and voted to send a part-time Financial Analyst job description to Human Resources for posting. It also recommended appropriating Affordable Housing Funds and tabled the Parks & Recreation collective bargaining agreement. A CDBG request for downtown sidewalk power washing was withdrawn by the Mayor, and the Administration disclosed a FY2026 tax levy miscalculation that will require a new public hearing.

• Recommended favorable action on 5-year lease for 86 diesel school buses (4-0)
• Approved sending part-time Financial Analyst job description to HR for posting (4-0)
• Recommended approval of appropriation of Affordable Housing Funds (4-0)
• Tabled collective bargaining agreement for Parks & Recreation 1116 (4-0)
• CDBG reallocation of $54,964.15 for downtown sidewalk power washing withdrawn by Mayor
• Adjourned at 7:32 PM (4-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review full applications for FY2026 funding, totaling $7,946,487 across community housing, outdoor recreation, historic preservation, and open space projects. The committee will also vote to correct a prior reclassification of the Community Preservation Coordinator position, changing the retroactive pay date to July 1, 2025. Public participation is scheduled, and minutes from prior meetings will be approved.

• Review of FY2026 full applications: JFS of Metrowest Emergency Rental Subsidies ($117,000), Carlson Crossing East ($600,000), Simpson Park design ($300,000), Walsh-Dunning Softball Field Complex ($1,361,590), Carol Getchell Middle Section ($215,000), Anna Murphy Park ADA fountain ($16,000), Waushakum Beach ($300,000), Farm Pond ($230,500), First Parish Meetinghouse ($362,821), Cushing Chapel ADA entrances ($165,000), Edgell Grove Cemetery Tomb House ($585,000), FHC Academy fire-resistant cabinets ($20,000), FEDC Stearns Reservoir ($423,576), Eastleigh Farm ($3,000,000), 43-45 Nixon Road ($250,000)
• Correction of vote to reclassify Community Preservation Coordinator position to M-7 Step 7, with retroactive pay adjusted to July 1, 2025
• Public hearing on FY2026 full applications
• Approval of minutes from 11/10/25 and subcommittee minutes from 4/8/25 and 8/12/25

The Community Preservation Committee reviewed several FY2026 funding applications, including requests for housing, park improvements, and historic preservation, but took no final funding votes. The committee approved a retroactive salary adjustment for the Community Preservation Coordinator position. Additionally, the committee approved minutes from three previous meetings.

• Approved retroactive salary adjustment for Coordinator to July 1, 2025 (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes of November 10, 2025, as amended (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes of Budget Subcommittee of April 8, 2025 (2-0)
• Approved minutes of Application Subcommittee of August 12, 2025 (3-0-0)

McCarthy Elementary School Council

The McCarthy Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss new business, including MCAS VOCAL data and a parent survey, and to confirm the next meeting date. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Review of MCAS VOCAL data
• Discussion of parent survey
• Confirmation of next meeting date

The McCarthy Elementary School Council met on November 19, 2025, and reviewed VOCAL data on school climate, engagement, safety, and environment, including subgroup and favorability comparisons. Members discussed developing a parent survey related to community schools and shared ideas for survey content and next steps. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Reviewed VOCAL data on school climate, engagement, safety, and environment
• Discussed plans for developing a parent survey related to community schools

Stapleton Elementary School Council

The Stapleton Elementary School Council is meeting to review the School Improvement Plan (SIP) and align it with district strategic priorities. The agenda includes a welcome and opportunity for comment, with no old business. This is a routine planning meeting for the school council.

• Review of School Improvement Plan (SIP) and alignment with district strategic priorities
• Opportunity for public comment/check-in
• No old business on the agenda

The Stapleton Elementary School Council met on November 19, 2025, to review the district's strategic priorities and align them with the school's needs as part of developing the School Improvement Plan (SIP) for 2026-2029. The council discussed district priority #1 (academic discourse, peer observations, vocabulary, productive struggle) and priority #2 (family involvement), but no votes or formal decisions were recorded. The minutes also note old business: one water fill station was installed and a long-term substitute for PE. The document includes minutes from prior meetings (October 15 and September 17, 2025) for context, but the November meeting itself was primarily discussion.

Board of Health

The Framingham Board of Health will meet remotely to discuss proposed changes to the Minimum Standards for the Keeping of Animals regulation, which would update permitting, registration, and prohibitions for keeping animals like hens and rabbits. The board will also hear reports from the Public Health Nurse and Health Director, including updates on shared public health services and community programs.

• Proposed regulation changes for keeping animals, including permitting and registration requirements
• Prohibition on keeping roosters, cockerels, game birds, and swine
• Registration for up to six hens and/or rabbits without a permit
• Public Health Nurse's report on community programs
• Health Director's report on MA Large Cities Health Coalition and Tufts Medicine Cancer Center

The Framingham Board of Health met remotely on November 18, 2025, and approved the October 14, 2025 minutes with a typo correction (5-0). The board heard public comment from a resident urging regulation of gas-powered leaf blowers, but took no immediate action; the director said the matter would be brought back for future discussion. The board also received reports on infectious disease trends, a regional health collaborative, and ongoing work to revise animal-keeping regulations, which remain under review with no decision made.

• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes with typo correction (5-0)
• Took leaf blower noise complaint under advisement; no action taken
• Discussed animal-keeping regulation revisions; no vote taken
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council Appointments Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Appointments Subcommittee will meet remotely to discuss and vote on 13 mayoral appointments and reappointments to various boards and committees. The agenda includes appointments to the Board of Assessors, Agricultural Advisory Committee, and several other bodies. The subcommittee will also review draft minutes from previous meetings.

• Appointment of Megan Tolland to Board of Assessors through June 30, 2026
• Appointment of Diane Soulliard to Agricultural Advisory Committee through June 30, 2028
• Reappointment of John Van Alsten to Bicycle, Pedestrian and Trails Committee through June 30, 2028
• Appointment of Bruce Wester (Republican) and Maria Robinson (Democratic) as Registrars of Voters through March 31, 2027
• Appointment of Ron Parker to Associate seat of Zoning Board of Appeals through June 30, 2026

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a site plan review application from Solar Collective Projects LLC for a commercial ground-mounted solar installation at 1062 Edmands Road, proposed as dual-use agricultural solar arrays. The board will also discuss Chapter 40Y and consider an ANR endorsement for 641 Grove Street. Public comments will be accepted during designated periods.

• Public hearing PB-11-25: Minor and Major Site Plan Review for solar photovoltaic installation at 1062 Edmands Road
• ANR (Approval Not Required) endorsement for 641 Grove Street
• Discussion regarding Chapter 40Y

The Framingham Planning Board approved an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan to subdivide 641 Grove Street into two lots, and approved minor and major site plan reviews for a dual-use agricultural solar array at 1062 Edmands Rd (Eastleigh Farm). The board also discussed Chapter 40Y starter home districts and other business, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved ANR plan for 641 Grove Street to subdivide into two lots (4-0)
• Approved minor site plan review under Dover Amendment for solar array at 1062 Edmands Rd (4-0)
• Approved major site plan review for solar array at 1062 Edmands Rd (4-0)

City Council

The Framingham City Council is meeting on November 18, 2025, to consider several items, including a continued public hearing on the Opt-In Specialized Building Code, a discussion with the Police Chief on immigration procedures, and a possible vote on zoning amendments that would make the City Council the Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily, mixed-use, and other developments over 75,000 square feet. The agenda also includes numerous appointments to city boards and committees, as well as referrals for a school bus lease and affordable housing funds.

• Vote on zoning amendments to make City Council the Special Permit Granting Authority for projects over 75,000 sq ft (Order 2025-006-003)
• Continued public hearing on Opt-In Specialized Building Code (Order 2025-065-001)
• Discussion with Police Chief on immigration procedures
• Bond authorization for Hemenway School Feasibility Study (Order 2024-073-002)
• Referral of FY2027-FY2031 Capital Improvement Plan (Order 2025-074)

The City Council voted 9-2 to opt into the state's Opt-In Specialized Building Code, which amends the local building code to require all-electric construction in new buildings. The Council also approved a $2.6 million bond for a Hemenway School feasibility study, approved a transfer of handicap parking fines to the Disability Commission, and confirmed numerous appointments. A proposed zoning amendment to make the Council the special permit granting authority for large projects was amended to raise the threshold to 125,000 square feet and then postponed to December 2. A Welcoming Ordinance was referred to subcommittee, and the 2026 meeting calendar was tabled.

• Approved opting into the Opt-In Specialized Building Code (9-2)
• Approved $2.6M bond for Hemenway School feasibility study (10-0)
• Approved transfer of handicap parking fines to Disability Commission (10-0)
• Amended zoning amendment to increase special permit threshold to 125,000 sq ft (9-1)
• Postponed zoning amendment (City Council as SPGA) to December 2, 2025
• Referred Welcoming Ordinance to Rules, Ordinances and Ethics Subcommittee
• Tabled 2026 meeting calendar (10-0)
• Approved Verizon utility pole grant of location on Edmands Road (10-0)

Loring Arena Advisory Committee

The Loring Arena Advisory Committee will review and vote on a proposed team banner policy, discuss the FY27 budget, and receive an arena update. The meeting is open to the public with a 2-minute comment limit per person.

• Vote on team banner policy for local organizations
• FY27 budget discussion
• Arena update
• Public participation (2-minute limit)

The Loring Arena Advisory Committee approved a final team banner policy by unanimous vote. The committee also reviewed the FY27 budget and discussed locker room assignments for Framingham State games, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved team banner policy (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes without changes

Harmony Grove Elementary School Council

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council is meeting to finalize a Sense of Belonging Survey. The agenda includes opening and closing items, with the survey as the main discussion item. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Finalize Sense of Belonging Survey

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council met on December 8, 2025 and discussed the Sense of Belonging survey for families, including reviewing, brainstorming, and reworking its questions. The council planned to send the family survey out the following Sunday and close it on January 5, promoting it through the family SMORE, QR codes, and teacher newsletters. The minutes record no formal votes or approvals; the next meeting is set for January 12, 2026.

• Discussed and reworked questions for the family Sense of Belonging survey
• Planned to send the family survey out Sunday and close it January 5
• Agreed to promote the survey via family SMORE, QR codes, and teacher newsletters
• Set next meeting for January 12, 2026

MRECC Operations Committee

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communications Center Operations Committee is meeting in person to discuss and take action on the FY27 budget approval and on computer-aided dispatch and records management systems. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and an update from the executive director.

• FY27 Budget Approval
• Computer-Aided Dispatch and Records Management Systems
• Public comment limited to 15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker
• Approval of November 6, 2025 meeting minutes

The Framingham MRECC Operations Committee approved the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget of $10,293,621 to send to the Finance Advisory Committee. The committee also approved the November 6th meeting minutes and heard updates on the Radio RFP, Prepared 911 meetings, and CAD and RMS systems evaluation.

• Approved meeting minutes of November 6th (4-0)
• Approved FY27 budget proposal of $10,293,621 and moved it to the Finance Advisory Committee (4-0)

Human Relations Commission

The Framingham Human Relations Commission is holding a regular meeting on November 13, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes routine items like roll call and minutes, plus discussions on a time capsule project, hosting a documentary film, and commissioner involvement in established programs and the Framingham newsletter.

• Discuss Human Relations time capsule
• Consider hosting 'Recovery City' documentary film
• Review future agendas
• Focus on commissioner involvement with established programs and Framingham newsletter

The Human Relations Commission accepted the 9/11 minutes and discussed several upcoming initiatives. It agreed to focus first on opening an existing city time capsule intended for the HRC, with a subcommittee formed and a goal of planning by Thanksgiving and an event in mid-December. The commission also agreed to begin planning an event addressing discrimination, with a subcommittee of Damon and Dana, and to explore screening the documentary "Recovery City" at the Costin Room in January. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded; the meeting was largely planning and discussion.

• Accepted 9/11 minutes
• Agreed to focus first on opening the existing HRC time capsule
• Formed time capsule subcommittee (Matt, Dana, Becca, Damon)
• Agreed to begin planning an anti-discrimination event
• Formed anti-discrimination subcommittee (Damon and Dana confirmed)
• Matt and Dana volunteered to attend neighboring HRC meetings

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Finance Subcommittee will review two orders: one to approve funding for a collective bargaining agreement with the Parks & Recreation union (Order 2025-071), and another to transfer handicap parking fines to the Disability Commission (Order 2025-073). The meeting is remote and includes public participation.

• Order 2025-071: Approve funding of MOA for Parks & Recreation union (1116)
• Order 2025-073: Transfer of Handicap Parking Fines to Disability Commission

The Finance Subcommittee voted 3-0-0 to recommend approval of a transfer of handicap parking fine revenue to the Disability Commission (Order 2025-073). It took no action on a collective bargaining agreement for Parks & Recreation supervisors (Order 2025-071), with Chair King saying the item would go on the next agenda after Councilor Cannon asked to hear from the Parks & Rec Director first. The subcommittee also approved its 10/28/25 minutes 3-0-0 and adjourned at 6:27 PM. Members Noval Alexander and Adam Steiner were absent.

• Recommended approval of transfer of handicap parking fines to the Disability Commission (Order 2025-073), 3-0-0
• No vote taken on Parks & Recreation supervisors' collective bargaining agreement (Order 2025-071); placed on next agenda
• Approved 10/28/25 minutes as submitted, 3-0-0
• Adjourned at 6:27 PM, 3-0-0

Composting Task Force

The Composting Task Force will hear updates on the free cart program and working groups, and discuss a letter to the Mayor that summarizes accomplishments and recommends next steps as the task force prepares to disband. The letter highlights a signed contract with Black Earth Compost, a $22,000 state grant for 924 bins, and expansion of school composting at Brophy and Potter Road schools.

• Update on free curbside bin pilot program launched August 2025 with Black Earth Compost
• Working group progress on school composting and promotional efforts
• Letter to Mayor Sisitsky recommending continued bin subsidies and school cafeteria composting expansion
• Completed procurement and contract with Black Earth Compost as preferred vendor for residential curbside collection
• $22,000 Massachusetts DEP grant used to purchase 924 wheeled carts

The Composting Task Force met to review updates on the free cart program, working group activities, and a draft recommendation letter. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was focused on discussion and planning.

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss a legal opinion finding a proposed $100,000 grant to Jewish Family Services of MetroWest for an ADU loan program impermissible under the state Anti-Aid Amendment, and will decide on reclassifying the CPC Coordinator position to a higher pay grade, potentially retroactive to January 1, 2025. The committee will also determine eligibility for a Framingham History Center archival storage project and set its 2026 meeting calendar.

• Legal opinion: $100,000 grant to JFS MetroWest for ADU loans deemed not legally permissible
• Reclassification of CPC Coordinator position from M-5 to M-6 or higher, with step and retroactivity decision
• Eligibility determination for Framingham History Center fire-proof archival storage project
• 2026 CPC meeting calendar discussion
• Approval of minutes from 10/20/25 meeting

The Committee unanimously approved reclassifying the Community Preservation Coordinator position from M-6 to M-7, step 7, and made the salary adjustment retroactive to January 1, 2025. They also approved an eligibility notification for the Framingham History Center to purchase fireproof storage for historical documents. A legal opinion regarding an ADU housing proposal was discussed, with members questioning its conclusion but no formal vote taken on the project itself.

• Approved eligibility notification for Framingham History Center fireproof storage (8-0)
• Reclassified Community Preservation Coordinator position to M-7 (8-0)
• Approved reclassification as M-7, step 7 (8-0)
• Approved retroactive salary adjustment to Jan 1, 2025 (8-0)
• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (7-0-1)

Housing Authority

The Framingham Housing Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financials, and vote on a 2025 Budget Revision for three programs. The agenda is largely routine, with standard items like bill approvals, financial statements, and department updates, plus a single substantive action item on the budget revision.

• Motion to approve 2025 Budget Revision 1 for programs 400-1, 400-9, and 689
• Approval of bills and credit card statement
• Financial statement review
• Executive Director report
• Operations and modernization updates on maintenance and capital projects

The Framingham Housing Authority Board of Commissioners met on November 10, 2025, approving the previous meeting's minutes table, bills, credit card statements, and 2025 Budget Revision I for programs 400-1, 400-9, and 689. The Board also accepted the Executive Director's report, which covered upcoming NSPIRE federal inspections, solar net metering, union negotiations, and modernization updates.

• Tabled approval of the October 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved the bills (4-0)
• Approved the credit card statement (4-0)
• Accepted the Report of the Executive Director (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Budget Revision I for programs 400-1, 400-9, and 689 (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:40 p.m. (4-0)

Potter Road School Council

The Potter Road School Council is meeting to finalize a family feedback survey. The agenda includes introductions, public comment, and no old business. The only new business is finalizing the survey.

• Finalize Potter Road family feedback survey

The Potter Road School Council met to finalize the caregiver survey, scheduled to run from December 2nd to December 15th, 2025. Results from the survey will inform new goals for the 2026-2029 school improvement plan.

• Finalized Potter Road family feedback survey

Historic District Commission

The Framingham Historic District Commission is holding a public hearing on a proposal to install solar panels at 79 Pleasant Street, a property within the Jonathan Maynard Historic District. The meeting also includes reorganization, approval of minutes, and informal discussions on commission webpages, additional local historic districts, and downtown signage. No continued hearings are scheduled.

• Public hearing on solar panel installation at 79 Pleasant Street (JMHD)
• Reorganization of the commission
• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2025
• Informal discussion on HDC webpages, additional local historic districts, and downtown signage

The Historic District Commission approved an application to install 24 solar panels at 70 Pleasant Street (13 on the barn, 11 on the house addition), with conditions requiring new architectural shingles on the house to match the panels, conduit installed to minimize impact to the siding, and panels arranged in an even, monolithic manner. The vote was 8-0-0. Reorganization and approval of the 14 October 2025 minutes were both postponed to the next meeting because the full committee was not present and the minutes had not been distributed. The commission also discussed possible new local historic districts and downtown signage, but took no action.

• Approved solar panel installation at 70 Pleasant Street with conditions (8-0-0)
• Condition: install new architectural shingles on the house to match the solar panels
• Condition: install conduit to minimize impact to house siding
• Condition: panels installed in an even, monolithic manner, especially on the house
• Reorganization postponed to next HDC meeting (full committee not present)
• Approval of 14 October 2025 minutes postponed to next meeting (minutes not distributed)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:05pm (7-0-0)

City Council

The Framingham City Council will hold public hearings and votes on several financial items, including a bond authorization for the Hemenway School feasibility study, an appropriation for the regional emergency communications center, and the preliminary FY2026 tax rate. They will also vote on a collective bargaining agreement with the DPW union and a CDBG fund reallocation for downtown sidewalk pressure washing. Additionally, the council will consider numerous appointments to city boards and committees, and refer discussions on noise ordinance and a development advisory board to subcommittees.

• Public hearing and vote on bond authorization for Hemenway School Feasibility Study (MSBA)
• Public hearing and vote on FY2026 tax rate presentation
• Vote on appropriation for Middlesex Regional Emergency Communications Center (MRECC) FY26 budget
• Vote on reallocation of $54,964.15 in CDBG funds for downtown sidewalk pressure washing
• Vote on collective bargaining agreement for DPW union (LIUNA 1116)

The Council approved a bond authorization for the Hemenway School Feasibility Study (MSBA) on a 9-0 revote, approved the Middlesex Regional Emergency Communications Center FY26 budget on second reading (9-0), and set the preliminary FY2026 tax rate with a 1.69% CIP shift and residential factor of .8341, rejecting the Open Space and Small Business local options (9-0). It also approved a collective bargaining agreement for DPW Local 1116 (9-0) and two Worker Protection Advisory Committee appointments (9-0 each). A request to reallocate $54,964.15 in unspent CDBG funds for downtown sidewalk pressure washing was referred back to the Finance Subcommittee (9-0).

• Approved Hemenway School Feasibility Study bond authorization (MSBA) on revote (9-0)
• Approved MRECC FY26 budget appropriation, second reading (9-0)
• Approved FY26 tax rate: 1.69% CIP shift, residential factor .8341; rejected Open Space and Small Business local options (9-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement for DPW Local 1116 (9-0)
• Approved Louis Ramos (D-5) to Worker Protection Advisory Committee through June 30, 2028 (9-0)
• Approved Jorge Rivera to Worker Protection Advisory Committee through June 30, 2026 (9-0)
• Referred $54,964.15 CDBG reallocation for downtown sidewalk pressure washing back to Finance Subcommittee (9-0)
• Approved minutes of 10/7/2025 and 10/20/2025 (8-1 each; White Harvey opposed)

King Elementary School Council

The King Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss family engagement. The agenda includes a principal's update, a review of initial Family Survey findings, and a discussion on improving communication and removing barriers to family participation. The meeting is open to questions from the public.

• Review of initial Family Survey findings
• Discussion on effective family communication and partnership methods
• Open forum for questions and answers

MRECC Operations Committee

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Operations Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on the FY26 and FY27 budgets, as well as computer-aided dispatch and records management systems. They will also consider an FY27 development grant. The agenda includes public comment, approval of prior meeting minutes, and these discussion items.

• FY26 Budget discussion and action
• FY27 Budget discussion and action
• Computer-Aided Dispatch and Records Management Systems
• FY27 Development Grant

The committee approved the $15,000 FY26 second-half budget proposal for review by the Budget Committee. Members also discussed preliminary FY27 budget items, the status of Computer-Aided Dispatch systems, and equipment needs for the upcoming FY27 Development Grant application.

• Approved October 9 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved October 23 joint meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 FY26 second-half budget proposal (5-0)

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a special permit request to reduce parking for a proposed restaurant at 328-330 Concord Street, and will continue a workshop on potential future zoning amendments. The board will also hear a report on a presentation to the City Council regarding special permit granting authority for large-scale construction projects.

• PB-10-25: Special Permit for Reduction in Parking at 328 & 330 Concord Street, applicant Chetak Patel – Tako Loko LLC, to use existing commercial space as a restaurant
• Continued workshop discussion on potential future zoning amendments and priorities
• Director of Planning & Community Development report on SPGA for large-scale construction projects presented to City Council
• Approval of Planning Board meeting minutes from September 18, 2025

The Planning Board approved a Special Permit for a reduction in parking at 328 and 330 Concord Street, allowing a fast-casual restaurant to operate in existing commercial space with no off-street parking. The approval came with conditions addressing hours, parking restrictions on Dennison Avenue, rodent control, and dumpster management. The Board also approved heaters and motorized screens for an outdoor seating pergola at Tavern in the Square, and approved minutes from September 18, 2025. Other items were updates or workshop discussions with no decisions.

• Approved Special Permit for parking reduction at 328 & 330 Concord Street (5-0-0), with conditions on hours, parking, rodents, and dumpsters
• Approved heaters and motorized screens for Tavern in the Square outdoor pergola (4-0-0), contingent on Fire Department approval of heater locations
• Approved minutes of September 18, 2025 meeting (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:24 p.m. (4-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three new cases: a special permit for an adult day care at 655 Cochituate Road, a modification to allow night lighting at tennis courts at 201 Edgell Road, and a modification to previously approved plans at 92 Winthrop Street. The board will also hear a sign variance request for 488/490 Union Avenue. Public comments are accepted in writing until November 7, 2025.

• Special permit for adult day care at 655 Cochituate Road (case 25-19)
• Modification of special permit #10-21 for exterior lighting at tennis courts 5 and 6, 201 Edgell Road (case 25-20)
• Modification of case #22-17 for changes to approved plans at 92 Winthrop Street (case 25-21)
• Sign variance for additional wall sign at 488/490 Union Avenue (case S25-04)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved four requests at its November 12, 2025 meeting. It granted a special permit for an adult day care facility at 655 Cochituate Road with one fewer parking space, allowed exterior lighting for tennis courts 5 and 6 at 201 Edgell Road for use between 6am and 10pm, approved a modification for a two-family dwelling at 92 Winthrop Street with 14 bedrooms and 14 parking spaces, and granted a variance for an additional wall sign at 488/490 Union Avenue. All votes were unanimous among the members present.

• Approved special permit for adult day care use at 655 Cochituate Road with 61 parking spaces (one short) (3-0)
• Approved modification of Special Permit 10-21 for exterior lighting on tennis courts 5 and 6 at 201 Edgell Road, allowed 6am–10pm (3-0)
• Approved modification for two-family dwelling at 92 Winthrop Street with 14 bedrooms and 14 parking spaces (3-0)
• Approved variance for additional wall sign at 488/490 Union Avenue (3-0)
• Adjourned at 8:34 pm (4-0)

Brophy Elementary School Council

The Brophy Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss the principal's update on enrollment, staffing, and academics, review the School Improvement Plan process, and suggest actions to boost family and community engagement. The agenda is largely procedural, with time for open discussion and planning next steps.

• Principal's update on enrollment and staffing
• School Improvement Plan process review
• Family and community engagement suggestions
• Open discussion for new business

The Brophy Elementary School Council met to review the principal's update, discuss school improvement plan processes, and focus their work on District Priorities 1 and 2. The supplied minutes record agenda items and topics discussed, but do not record any formal votes or binding decisions.

• Focused School Improvement Plan work on District Priorities 1 and 2

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council will consider amendments to the zoning code that would make the Council the Special Permit Granting Authority for multifamily, mixed-use, assisted living, and cluster developments of 75,000+ square feet. The agenda also includes a discussion with the police chief on immigration procedures, a possible vote on a bond for the Hemenway School feasibility study, and numerous appointments to city boards and committees.

• Zoning amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for projects 75,000+ sq ft (Order 2025-006-003)
• Discussion with Police Chief Lester Baker on immigration procedures
• Bond authorization for Hemenway School Feasibility Study-MSBA (Order 2024-073-002)
• Referral of FY2027-FY2031 Capital Improvement Plan to Finance Subcommittee (Order 2025-074)
• Referral of 5-year school bus lease FY2027-2031 (Order 2025-079)

The Finance Subcommittee recommended approval of a $54,964.15 reallocation of Community Development Block Grant funds for downtown sidewalk power washing. They also recommended approving the collective bargaining agreement for the Department of Public Works union (LIUNA 1116) and accepted a proposed 1.69% tax rate shift for FY2026. A discussion regarding emergency communications center staffing occurred but resulted in no vote.

• Recommended approval of $54,964.15 CDBG reallocation for sidewalk power washing (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LIUNA 1116 DPW collective bargaining agreement (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 1.69% CIP shift with .8341 residential factor for FY2026 tax rate (3-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes from 9/25/25 (4-0)
• Discussed MRECC staffing and salaries; no vote taken

Framingham High School Council

The Framingham High School Council is meeting to review new Competency Determination guidelines from DESE and discuss the start of the School Improvement Plan (SIP). The agenda also includes open questions and conversation. The document also contains several past agendas from 2024 and 2025, covering topics like MCAS status, budget meetings, attendance and cell phone policies, and the program of studies.

• Review of new Competency Determination guidelines from DESE
• Discussion of the start of the School Improvement Plan (SIP)
• Past agenda: Review of SAC Survey Results and update on Budget Meetings (11/21/24)
• Past agenda: Discussion of Attendance and Cell Phone Policies (10/24/24)
• Past agenda: Review of 2025-26 FHS Program of Studies and Course Request Process (1/21/24)

The Framingham High School Council reviewed a proposed Competency Determination policy for graduation, discussed the initial implementation of the 2025-26 School Improvement Plan, and provided feedback on the recent Open House. No formal votes were taken during the meeting. The graduation policy will now proceed to the School Committee for review and approval.

• No formal votes were taken during the meeting.

MRECC Operations Committee

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center (MRECC) Operations Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including the Framingham FY26 first assessment payment, the building project at 188 Concord St, a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, the remainder of the FY26 budget, the FY27 budget/development grant, a contract for Prepared Technologies, and a lease for 188 Concord St. The committee will also receive updates on construction at 188 Concord St, FY25/FY26 development grant budget modifications, and reports from the Executive Director/Deputy Director.

• Discussion and action on Framingham FY26 1st Assessment Payment
• Discussion and action on Building Committee for 188 Concord St, Framingham Building Project
• Discussion and action on Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system
• Discussion and action on Contract for Prepared Technologies
• Discussion and action on Lease Discussion for 188 Concord St, Framingham

Harmony Grove Elementary School Council

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss the Sense of Belonging Survey, along with opening and closing procedures. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no votes or detailed decisions listed.

• Sense of Belonging Survey discussion
• Meeting held Nov 10, 2025, 5:30-6:30 PM at Harmony Grove front office

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council met on Nov 10, 2025, with an agenda covering a family sense-of-belonging survey, open houses, conferences, academic nights, ParentSquare, and the school calendar. The minutes as recorded list only agenda topics and member names; no votes, approvals, denials, or other substantive decisions are documented. The next meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2025.

Composting Task Force

The Framingham Composting Task Force will meet remotely on October 22, 2025, to discuss the free cart program update, school composting rollouts at Brophy and Potter Road, and promotion efforts. They will also consider how to sustain the composting conversation long-term. The meeting includes public participation and approval of previous minutes.

• Free Cart Program Update (99 signups, 94 pickups as of Oct 8)
• Brophy School composting rollout in mid-October
• Potter Road School composting rollout in mid-October
• Promotion updates: Spilka 55+ fair on 10/18, equity in outreach
• Discussion on supporting the Compost Conversation into the future

The Composting Task Force approved the minutes from the October 8 meeting, with Darren abstaining and all other members voting in favor. The board also formed a subcommittee of Diana, Mike T, and Leora to develop a compost‑program sign design. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved October 8 meeting minutes (motion by Diana, seconded by Erin; Darren abstained)
• Formed subcommittee (Diana, Mike T, Leora) to create compost‑program sign design
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Diana, seconded by Mike T)

Loring Arena Advisory Committee

The Loring Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the arena, review the team banner policy, and begin discussion of the FY27 budget. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public participation. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and review.

• Team banner policy review
• FY27 budget discussion
• Arena update
• Public participation (2 minute limit per person)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will determine eligibility for the Farm Pond Floating Dock project and review a draft letter to FY2026 applicants noting that $8.9 million in requests exceed the $3.79 million available. The committee will also hear reports and approve minutes from the September 29 meeting.

• Farm Pond Floating Dock eligibility determination (CPA26-025)
• Draft letter to FY2026 applicants: 21 of 24 projects eligible, $8.9M requested vs $3.79M available
• Approval of minutes from September 29, 2025
• Report from CPC Coordinator on pending eligibility notifications

The Framingham Community Preservation Committee approved the eligibility notification for the Farm Pond Floating Dock project and approved the minutes from the September 29, 2025 meeting. Members also discussed draft letters for FY2026 applicants and received updates from the CPC Coordinator regarding grants, project timelines, and outreach.

• Approved eligibility notification for the Farm Pond Floating Dock project (8-0-0)
• Approved minutes of September 29, 2025 (7-0-1)

City Council

The Framingham City Council will hold a public hearing on the Opt-In Specialized Building Code and continue review of a zoning amendment that would make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily, mixed-use, and cluster developments over 75,000 square feet. The council will also consider numerous appointments to city boards and committees, and refer several items to the Finance Subcommittee, including the FY2026 tax rate presentation and a DPW union agreement.

• Public hearing on Opt-In Specialized Building Code
• Zoning amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for projects 75,000+ sq ft
• Referral of FY2026 tax rate presentation to Finance Subcommittee
• Referral of collective bargaining agreement for 1116 Department of Public Works
• Referral of $54,964.15 CDBG fund reallocation for downtown sidewalk pressure washing

The City Council voted 8-2 to continue the public hearing on the Opt-In Specialized Building Code to November 18, 2025, after hearing from supporters and opponents. The Council also voted 9-0 to continue discussion on a zoning amendment that would make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority for large developments. Several appointments to city boards and committees were approved unanimously.

• Continued Opt-In Specialized Building Code hearing to Nov. 18 (8-2)
• Continued zoning amendment for Council as Special Permit Granting Authority to Nov. 18 (9-0)
• Approved reappointment of Mary-Anne Tratchel to Community Preservation Committee (9-0)
• Approved appointments to Worker Protection Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Approved appointment of Mishelle Gonzalez to Women, Children and Families Commission (10-0)
• Approved appointment of Kevin Durazo to Cushing Memorial Chapel Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Approved reappointment of Ben Gustafson and appointment of Subramaniam Moorthy to Bikes, Pedestrian and Trails Committee (10-0)
• Approved reappointments of David Anderson and Kevin Walsh to Conservation Commission (10-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a remote open session to consider two continued variance requests: one for a shed at 3 Janice Circle and one for a portico at 16 Gina Circle. The board will also review 2026 meeting dates and accept minutes from prior sessions. Public comments are due by October 17, 2025.

• Variance for 16'x12' shed within two side setbacks at 3 Janice Circle (case 25-17)
• Variance for portico within front setback at 16 Gina Circle (case 25-18)
• Decision deadlines: Dec 7, 2025 (25-17) and Dec 26, 2025 (25-18)
• Review of 2026 meeting dates
• Minutes acceptance for Sept 10 and Sept 24, 2025 sessions

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals approved two variance requests. A shed at 3 Janice Circle was approved with 15 feet of relief from the north and west boundary lines, and a portico at 16 Gina Circle was approved as presented. The board also approved minutes from two prior meetings.

• Approved shed variance at 3 Janice Circle with 15-ft relief from north and west boundaries (4-0)
• Approved portico variance at 16 Gina Circle as presented (3-0, Yan recused)
• Approved minutes of September 10, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 24, 2025 (3-0)

Historical Commission

The Framingham Historical Commission will meet to discuss and vote on revising its rules and procedures, and will hear a request from the Framingham History Center to review archive collections for a Community Preservation Committee (CPC) funding application to install fire-resistant shelving. The agenda includes no demolition review applications, a reorganization, approval of May 14, 2025 minutes, and a watch list of properties. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person attendance at the Memorial Building and remote participation via Zoom.

• Vote to revise Historical Commission Rules & Procedures
• Framingham History Center request to review archives for CPC funding for fire-resistant shelving
• No demolition review applications
• Watch list includes Danforth Building, Dennison Boiler Building, 74 Concord St/15 Park St, 110 Edgell Rd, 125 Elm St, 613 Pleasant St, 15 Watson Pl, 77 Pine Ln, 35 Concord St, 160 Hollis St, 1011 Edmands Rd, 144 Old Connecticut Path, Tomb House at Edgell Grove, Gate House at Farm Pond
• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2025

The Historical Commission reviewed several archival collections presented by the Framingham History Center. Commissioners voted to formally endorse these collections as historically significant and worthy of preservation to support a Community Preservation Committee eligibility application.

• Endorsed historical significance of History Center collections (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Harmony Grove Elementary School Council

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss MCAS data, Belonging Survey Data, and other business. The agenda is largely procedural, with introductions and an open 'other business' item, and no specific decisions or votes are listed.

• Review of MCAS Data
• Review of Belonging Survey Data
• Meeting scheduled for Oct 20, 2025, 5:30-6:30 PM at Harmony Grove Front office

Hemenway Elementary School Council

The Hemenway Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss school updates, review MCAS data, and plan how to communicate results back to the community. The agenda includes routine items like introductions and role assignments, indicating a standard working meeting.

• Review of MCAS data
• Communication plan back to community
• Update from Forum
• Learning Stances discussion

The Hemenway School Council met on October 28, 2025, and discussed a hate act (a swastika found on a bench) and suggested safety improvements such as better lighting, cameras, and increased police presence. The council also reviewed MCAS data and planned communication to the community. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Discussed hate act on property; suggested improved lights, cameras, police presence, signage, and follow-up
• Reviewed MCAS data compared to state in math, ELA, and science
• Planned communication to community emphasizing school safety and MCAS improvement

City Council Appointments Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Appointments Subcommittee will meet remotely to discuss and vote on eight appointments and reappointments to various city boards and commissions, all referred by the Mayor. The agenda includes nominations to the Women, Children and Families Commission, Cushing Memorial Chapel Advisory Committee, Registrar of Voters, Conservation Commission, Bikes, Pedestrian and Trails Committee, Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee, Human Relations Commission, and Police Advisory Committee. Public participation is scheduled, and minutes from prior meetings are pending.

• Appointment of Mishelle Gonzalez to Women, Children and Families Commission through June 30, 2028
• Appointment of Kevin Durazo to Cushing Memorial Chapel Advisory Committee through June 30, 2028
• Reappointment of Bruce Wester to Registrar of Voters through March 31, 2027
• Reappointment of David Anderson and Kevin Walsh to Conservation Commission through June 30, 2028
• Reappointment of Ben Gustafson and appointment of Subramaniam Moorthy to Bikes, Pedestrian and Trails Committee through June 30, 2028

The Framingham City Council Appointments Subcommittee approved eight appointments and reappointments to various city boards and commissions, all with unanimous 3-0 votes. One nomination was postponed because the candidate could not attend, and another applicant withdrew. The minutes were approved on December 10, 2025, with one abstention.

• Approved Kevin Durazo to Cushing Memorial Chapel Advisory Committee (3-0)
• Approved Mishelle Gonzalez to Women, Children, and Families Commission (3-0)
• Approved David Anderson reappointment to Conservation Commission (3-0)
• Approved Kevin Walsh reappointment to Conservation Commission (3-0)
• Approved Ben Gustafson reappointment to Bikes, Pedestrian, and Trails Committee (3-0)
• Approved Subramaniam Moorthy to youth seat on Bikes, Pedestrian, and Trails Committee (3-0)
• Approved Donna Silva reappointment to Elderly & Disabled Tax Fund Committee (3-0)
• Approved Rebecca Glenn reappointment to Human Relations Commission (3-0)

Stapleton Elementary School Council

The Stapleton Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss a water update, attendance, MCAS data, and the School Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes a welcome and opportunity for public comment.

• Water update (old business)
• Attendance discussion
• MCAS data review
• School Improvement Plan

McCarthy School Council

The McCarthy Elementary School Council is meeting to review MCAS results and confirm the next meeting date. The agenda is brief and contains no votes or decisions, only discussion items.

• Review of MCAS results
• Confirmation of next meeting date

The McCarthy Elementary School Council met on October 15, 2025, and engaged in a comprehensive review and discussion of MCAS and Accountability data. Members examined the school and district profiles, analyzed 2025 student achievement data in ELA, Math, and Science & Engineering, and reviewed achievement trends and accountability data compared to the previous year. The team outlined next steps related to MCAS and accountability moving forward. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Reviewed MCAS and Accountability data (no vote recorded)
• Analyzed 2025 Student Achievement data in ELA, Math, and Science & Engineering (no vote recorded)
• Discussed and outlined next steps for MCAS and Accountability (no vote recorded)

Housing Authority

The Framingham Housing Authority will hold a regular board meeting on October 14, 2025, at 1 John J. Brady Drive. The board will conduct a public hearing on the 2026 Annual Public Housing Agency Plan, followed by a motion to approve it. They will also vote on several contracts and project completions, including roof and fence projects and service contracts.

• Public hearing and vote on 2026 Annual Public Housing Agency Plan
• Final completion of St Lo roof project #100321 at $159,595
• Final completion of St Lo Vinyl Fence Replacement Project #100323 at $34,279
• One-year contract with Buckley Elevator for maintenance, with two one-year extension options
• Two-year contract with McCright & Associates for Housing Choice Voucher inspections

The Framingham Housing Authority approved its 2026 Public Housing Agency Plan, which covers Section 8 administration updates, HOTMA requirements, and a new waiting list for Carlson Crossing West and East. The board also approved final completion of the St Lo roof project at $159,595 and the St Lo vinyl fence replacement at $34,279, and authorized several service contracts. All recorded votes were unanimous, though the minutes list member names without marking individual ayes or nays.

• Approved 2026 Public Housing Agency Plan (roll call, no individual votes recorded)
• Approved September 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted Executive Director's report (5-0)
• Authorized Deborah A. Lakin to sign Contracts for Financial Assistance (roll call, no individual votes recorded)
• Approved substantial completion of St Lo roof project #100321 (roll call, no individual votes recorded)
• Approved final completion of St Lo roof project #100321 at $159,595 (roll call, no individual votes recorded)
• Approved final completion of St Lo Vinyl Fence Replacement Project #100323 at $34,279 (roll call, no individual votes recorded)
• Approved one-year Buckley Elevator maintenance contract with two optional one-year extensions (roll call, no individual votes recorded)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hear a communication from the City Solicitor about the ongoing lawsuit BMB Wholesale, Inc. v. City of Framingham Board of Health, where a court denied BMB's motion for a preliminary injunction against the flavored tobacco ban. The board will also receive updates on community health grants, staffing, FY2027 budget planning, and other public health initiatives.

• Court denied BMB's preliminary injunction request on October 7, 2025; case ongoing
• City Solicitor filed motion to dismiss BMB's complaint
• Update on MassCall3 and PEC grants
• Recovery City documentary showing on 10/30/25
• FY2027 budget planning and staffing update

The Framingham Board of Health approved the minutes from its July and September meetings. The board received updates on a Superior Court case regarding tobacco enforcement, community health grants, and various public health initiatives. No substantive policy decisions were made during this meeting.

• Approved minutes from 7/15/2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 9/9/2025 meeting (5-0)

Mayoral Community Center Advisory Committee

The Mayoral Community Center Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from the chair and the project architect, review survey results, and discuss space allocation for the community center project. Public comment is also on the agenda. The meeting is a working session with no votes scheduled.

• Project update from architect
• Survey results and discussion
• Discussion on space allocation
• Public speak period

The Framingham Community Center Advisory Committee voted unanimously (15-0) to release the community center survey results to the public, with a press release to be prepared by the Public Information Officer. The committee also discussed renovation progress, including window installation by mid-November 2025 and completed roofing repairs, and heard an architect's presentation on ADA accessibility and future needs. No other formal decisions were made; the architect will provide cost estimates for completing the gym and theater at a future meeting.

• Approved release of community center survey results to the public (15-0)
• Discussed renovation status: windows by mid-November 2025, roofing repairs completed
• Reviewed architect's plans for ADA accessibility and building shell remediation
• Agreed architect will price gym and theater completion for next meeting

MRECC Operations Committee

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Operations Committee is holding a hybrid meeting to receive updates on construction and from the Executive Director/Deputy Director. The committee will discuss and potentially take action on the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, the FY26 budget, and the FY27 budget/development grant. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of the August 28th minutes, setting the next meeting date, and adjournment.

• Discussion and action on CAD-Computer Aided Dispatch
• Discussion and action on FY26 Budget
• Discussion and action on FY27 Budget/Development Grant
• Construction update and prepared presentation
• Public comment limited to 15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker

The committee approved the minutes from the August 28th meeting. Members received updates on a signed construction contract and a presentation from Prepared 911 regarding future technologies. No action was taken on CAD vendor proposals.

• Approved August 28th meeting minutes (6-0)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is holding a hybrid meeting on October 14, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings or continued hearings scheduled. The commission will discuss its webpages, reorganize, approve minutes from August 12, 2025, and hear the chair's report.

• No public hearings scheduled
• No continued hearings scheduled
• Review of HDC webpages
• Approval of minutes from August 12, 2025

The commission approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. Members discussed potential updates to the commission's webpages, the creation of preservation awards, and the establishment of a new plaque standard for historic districts.

• Approved minutes of 12 August 2025 (6-1-0)

Human Relations Commission

The Framingham Human Relations Commission is scheduled to meet on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, a report on Framingham Fest, review of future agendas, and discussion of commissioners' involvement with established programs. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific votes or detailed proposals listed.

• Report on Framingham Fest
• Review of future agendas
• Discussion of commissioners' involvement with established programs

Composting Task Force

The Composting Task Force will approve minutes, receive an update on the Free Cart Program (93 new subscribers), hear school composting rollouts at Brophy and Potter Road in mid-October, discuss promotion events (Find Your People Fair, Framingham Day, Spilka 55+ fair), and consider long-term sustainability of composting programs including use of RDP funds.

• Free Cart Program update: 93 new subscribers since launch
• School composting rollouts: Brophy and Potter Road in mid-October
• Promotion events: Find Your People Fair, Framingham Day, Spilka 55+ fair on 10/18
• Discussion on supporting Compost Conversation into the future, including RDP funds and school budgets
• Consideration of a recommendations letter for sustaining composting efforts

The Composting Task Force approved the September 24 meeting minutes unanimously. The group discussed updates on school rollouts, community promotion events, and the need for multilingual outreach materials.

• Approved September 24 meeting minutes unanimously
• Task force to send thoughts to Aimee for second draft of future compost conversation
• Heather to attend Why Not Devin Race and Rotary Club Holiday Craft Fair
• Diana to put out bin and flyers at Access Film Festival
• Aimee to put out bin and flyers at Energize Framingham’s Candidate’s Climate Forum
• Members will hang flyers at Andina Cafe, Saxonville Cafe, B. Sisters, YMCA, Stop & Shop, CRT, and Loring Arena
• Bob to receive materials for team to review regarding signal box wrap and truck billboards
• Mike C to review list of organizations and places of worship for promotion

City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee

The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will meet remotely to continue discussion and potentially vote on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) regarding the VTT-Clark's Hill property. The meeting will also address pending minutes from June 16, 2025, which were tabled in September.

• Continued discussion and action on MOU for VTT-Clark's Hill property (1 Clark's Hill Lane)
• Draft MOU documents and redline versions reviewed
• Pending minutes from June 16, 2025, tabled since September 15, 2025

The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee voted 5-0 to forward a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with VTT Property Management for the Clark's Hill property to the full City Council. The discussion centered on a proposed 20 units-per-acre requirement, with the developer agreeing to 16 units per acre if revenue supports a $600,000 payroll for on-site staff. Members requested conceptual renderings of both the 20- and 16-unit designs before final action.

• Forwarded MOU for Clark's Hill property to full City Council (5-0)
• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes as amended (3-1-1; Leombruno no, Ottaviani abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

MRECC Board of Directors

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Board of Directors will meet virtually to discuss and potentially act on several items, including an MOU, the Inter-Municipal Agreement, FY26 and FY27 budgets, and the lease for the MRECC facility at 188 Concord St. in Framingham. The agenda also includes updates on construction and from the Executive Director, plus public comment and approval of the August 27th minutes.

• Discussion and action on MOU
• Treasurer/IMA (Inter-Municipal Agreement) discussion
• FY26 and Assessment Budget discussion
• FY27 Budget discussion
• 188 Concord St. Framingham (MRECC Facility) lease discussion

Fuller Middle School Council

The Fuller Middle School Council is meeting to review action items from prior meetings, introduce members, and discuss the 2023-25 School Improvement Plan. The council will also review 2025-26 accountability data. The agenda is largely procedural, with discussion items on the improvement plan and data review.

• Review of items from last meeting
• Report on action items
• School Improvement Plan 2023-25 discussion
• 2025-26 Accountability Data Review

City Council

The Framingham City Council will decide on zoning amendments to add itself as a special permit authority for large developments, accept new public roadways, and vote on several reappointments and appointments. The meeting also includes discussions on FOIA requests and an equity audit presentation.

• Zoning amendments to add City Council as special permit authority for buildings ≥75,000 sq ft
• Vote to accept Candlestick Lane, Gaslight Lane, and Lantern Road as public roadways
• Correction and vote on Accessible Dock at Waushakum Beach project (CPA26-001)
• Reappointment votes for Community Development, Sustainability, and Traffic Commission members
• First reading of FY26 budget appropriation for Middlesex Regional Emergency Communications Center

The City Council rejected a request to raise affordable rents at The Buckley Apartments and approved the acceptance of three new public roadways. The Council also authorized funding for an accessible dock at Lake Waushakum and a regional emergency communications budget.

• Denied affordable rent increases for The Buckley Apartments (10-0)
• Accepted Candlestick Lane, Gaslight Lane, and Lantern Road as public roadways (10-0)
• Appropriated $75,000 for Accessible Dock at Lake Waushakum (10-0)
• Approved first reading of $41,505 appropriation for MRECC FY26 budget (10-0)
• Tabled discussion on FOIA requests (9-1)
• Moved zoning code amendments regarding Special Permit Granting Authority to Oct 20 meeting (8-2)
• Reappointed Andrew D'Amico to Community Development Committee (10-0)
• Reappointed Sean Bilodeau to Sustainability Committee (10-0)

Potter Road Elementary School Council

The Potter Road Elementary School Council will meet to review 2025 MCAS results for grades 3-5 and receive an update on the school's PDSA cycles. The agenda includes public comment and introductions, with no old business.

• Review of 2025 MCAS results for grades 3-5
• Update on Potter Road PDSA cycles
• Opportunity for public comment

Brophy Elementary School Council

The Brophy Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss the School Improvement Plan, including its purpose and process, and to suggest actions for increasing family and community engagement. The agenda also includes a principal's update on enrollment, staffing, and academic performance, followed by open discussion and planning for the next meeting.

• Review of School Improvement Plan definitions, purpose, and process
• Discussion of family and community engagement action steps
• Principal's update on enrollment, staffing, and academic performance
• Open discussion for new business and council feedback

The Brophy Elementary School Council held its October 8, 2025 meeting, covering the principal's update on enrollment, staffing, and upcoming events, and discussing the district strategic plan and school improvement plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded
• Reviewed district strategic plan and school improvement plan definitions
• Discussed family and community engagement suggestions

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to approve prior minutes, sign monthly motor vehicle excise tax abatements and a warrant, and discuss real estate and personal property abatements and ATB cases in executive session. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

• Review and approval of September 3, 2025 minutes
• Sign monthly MV excise tax abatements for September
• Sign MVE warrant for 2025 Commitment #5
• Executive session to review real estate and personal property abatements and exemptions
• Discuss ATB cases

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review eligibility determinations for 24 proposed FY26 projects, ranging from affordable housing and historic preservation to open space and recreation. The committee will also receive a status update on FY2024 projects and approve minutes from prior meetings. Several projects were already voted eligible, while a few were deemed not eligible.

• Eastleigh Farm: $3,000,000 to preserve 112 acres of farmland (eligible)
• Walsh-Dunning Softball Field Complex: $2,258,894 for improvements (eligible)
• Carlson Crossing East: $600,000 for four accessible housing units (eligible)
• Emergency Rental Subsidies: $120,000 for low-income families (eligible)
• First Parish Meetinghouse: $300,000 for columns and front steps (eligible)

The Framingham Community Preservation Committee approved eligibility notifications for nine projects, all by unanimous 8-0 votes. Projects include a community farm feasibility study, an ADU loan program, farmland preservation, park access design, trail improvements, invasive species removal, cemetery restoration, reservoir stewardship, and roof repairs. Two projects were deferred: the Framingham History Center Archival Document Fireproofing Storage and the Farm Pond Floating Dock. The committee also approved minutes and scheduled one October meeting.

• Approved eligibility for Bethany Community Farm Feasibility Study (8-0)
• Approved eligibility for Framingham ADU Initiative low-interest homeowner loans (8-0)
• Approved eligibility for Eastleigh Farm land/restriction preservation (8-0)
• Approved eligibility for Simpson Park access concept design (8-0)
• Approved eligibility for Framingham Trails Phase II improvements (8-0)
• Approved eligibility for Cochituate Rail Trail invasive species removal (8-0)
• Approved eligibility for Edgell Grove Cemetery Tomb House Restoration Phase 3 (8-0)
• Approved eligibility for Stearns Reservoir Point Stewardship Phase 1 (8-0)

City Council Public Health, Safety & Transportation Subcommittee

The Public Health, Safety & Transportation Subcommittee will discuss back-to-school updates, transportation issues including MWRTA, a specialized opt-in code, Framingham traffic problems and Waverly Street work, and review the city's electricity aggregation program. The meeting also includes votes on draft minutes from August and September 2024.

• Vote on draft minutes from 8/29/24 and 9/30/24
• Discussion of back-to-school update
• Transportation updates: schools and MWRTA
• Framingham traffic: problems, plans, Waverly Street work, department shape/size/cost
• Review and discussion of electricity aggregation (MassPowerChoice)

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Finance Subcommittee recommended that the City Council approve no rent increase for The Buckley Apartments, voting 3-0-1 with Chair King abstaining. They also recommended a $41,505 appropriation for the Middlesex Regional Emergency Communications Center FY26 budget, approved 4-0. The subcommittee approved the minutes from the 9/9/25 meeting and adjourned.

• Recommended no rent increase for The Buckley Apartments (3-0-1, King abstained)
• Recommended $41,505 appropriation for MRECC FY26 budget (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 9/9/25 Finance Subcommittee meeting (4-0)

City Council Appointments Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Appointments Subcommittee approved four appointments and reappointments to city boards, all by unanimous 3-0 votes. The appointments were for the Community Development Committee, Team Framingham Steering Committee, Sustainability Committee, and Traffic Commission. The subcommittee also approved the July 22, 2025 minutes with a 2-0-1 vote, with one abstention.

• Approved reappointment of Andrew D'Amico to Community Development Committee through June 30, 2028 (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Illissa Bruser to Team Framingham Steering Committee through June 30, 2028 (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Sean Bilodeau to Sustainability Committee through June 30, 2028 (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Sharmilee Balasubramanian to Traffic Commission as Commissioner At Large through June 30, 2028 (3-0)
• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes as drafted (2-0-1, White Harvey abstained)

Dunning Elementary School Council

The Dunning Elementary School Council is meeting to introduce members, confirm meeting dates, and review the district strategic plan. They will discuss school goals, including belonging and connectedness, and plan the We Are Dunning Festival on November 9, 2025, as part of the School Improvement Plan development.

• Review of District Strategic Priorities
• Discussion on Belonging and Connectedness
• Planning for We Are Dunning Festival on November 9, 2025
• School Improvement Plan Development
• Next meeting scheduled for October 16, 2025

Loring Arena Advisory Committee

The Loring Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to receive an update on the arena and discuss a banner policy. The agenda also includes public participation and announcements, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Arena update
• Arena banner policy discussion
• Public participation (2-minute limit per person)

The Loring Arena Advisory Committee discussed season startup maintenance, including approximately $12,000 in compressor parts, and considered increasing the maintenance request for the 2026-27 budget. They also discussed upgrading the rink's sound system and beginning work on a banner policy for local teams. No formal votes or decisions were taken; all items were discussion only.

• Discussed $12,000 in compressor parts for season startup (no vote)
• Discussed potential increased maintenance request for 2026-27 budget (no vote)
• Discussed sound system upgrade, need for formal bids (no vote)
• Discussed draft banner policy for local teams (no vote)

Composting Task Force

The Framingham Composting Task Force will meet to receive updates on the Free Cart Program and working group activities, including school curriculum outreach and community events. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and procedural.

• Free Cart Program update
• Curriculum night at Brophy School on September 29
• Find Your People Fair promotion
• Framingham Day participation
• Spilka 55+ fair on October 18

The Composting Task Force reported 93 new subscribers and agreed to place bins and flyers at the upcoming drop‑off day. Members will investigate a pumpkin‑smash event with Black Earth and pursue promotion activities at local fairs. Several members committed to school outreach and drafting sustainability suggestions. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Place compost bins and flyers at drop‑off day (Darren)
• Investigate pumpkin smash event with Black Earth (Darren)
• Mike C to resume promotion work in coming weeks
• Mike C to bring bin and flyers to Find Your People Fair
• Leora to attend Curriculum Night to share program information
• Aimee to draft program‑sustainability suggestions and school summary for DPW
• Lincoln to consider including program funding in future city budgets

Hemenway School Council

The Hemenway School Council is holding its first meeting of the 2025-2026 school year. The agenda includes welcoming members, establishing norms, and unpacking the role of the council. They will also share and provide updates on the School Improvement Plan (SIP) and discuss a communication plan for the community.

• Review and update the School Improvement Plan (SIP)
• Establish meeting norms and roles (timekeeper, notekeeper, facilitator)
• Discuss communication plan back to community
• List of council members and two-year terms provided

The Hemenway School Council met to discuss school operations, including a review of the school's vision and mission statement. Members edited the mission statement to align with district standards and reviewed student MCAS performance data. No formal votes or final policy adoptions were recorded in these minutes.

• Reviewed and edited Hemenway vision and mission statement
• Reviewed previous year MCAS growth and grade-level performance data

Stapleton Elementary School Council

The Stapleton Elementary School Council is meeting to introduce members, hold elections for officers, review the council's purpose, receive beginning-of-school-year updates, and discuss the School Improvement Plan for the next three years. The agenda is largely procedural and organizational, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Elections for council officers
• Review of School Council purpose
• Beginning of the school year updates
• Discussion of School Improvement Plan for next 3 years
• Opportunity for public comment

The Stapleton Elementary School Council met on September 17, 2025, and conducted organizational business including introductions, elections, and a review of the council's purpose. The council discussed beginning-of-year updates on staffing, enrollment, curriculum, and open house plans, and set a goal to complete the School Improvement Plan by the end of the school year. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

• Elected officers (no vote tally recorded)
• Reviewed School Council purpose and goals
• Set goal to complete School Improvement Plan by end of school year

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued hearing on a variance request for a proposed attached garage at 4 Randy Road. The board is expected to make a decision, with an extended deadline of October 31, 2025. The agenda also includes minutes acceptance and other business.

• Continued hearing on variance for attached garage within side setback at 4 Randy Road (case 25-13)
• Decision deadline extended to October 31, 2025
• Public comments accepted in writing until September 19, 2025

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a requested special permit for a proposed attached garage at 4 Randy Road, citing that the proposal was not minimal and modest. The board then approved a variance for a revised plan showing an 18-foot garage with a 5-foot 4-inch setback from the property line.

• Denied special permit for garage at 4 Randy Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 18-ft garage with 5-ft 4-in setback at 4 Randy Road (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet to determine eligibility for FY2026 Community Preservation Act funding applications, covering projects like affordable housing, historic preservation, and open space. The committee will also elect officers, hear public comment, and review the FY2026 plan update.

• Eligibility determinations for 25 project applications, including $3,000,000 for Eastleigh Farm preservation and $2,258,894 for Walsh-Dunning Softball Field Complex improvements
• Home-Share Initiative (CPA26-004) deemed not eligible; alternative ADU approaches suggested
• Committee reorganization: election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Clerk
• FY2026 Plan Update Review
• Approval of minutes from 7/14/2025 and 7/28/2025 meetings

The Framingham Community Preservation Committee unanimously approved the FY2026 Community Preservation Plan Update and voted on eligibility for 11 proposed projects, approving 10 and tabling one. The committee also reorganized its leadership, re-electing Thomas Mahoney as Chair, Karen Margolis as Vice Chair, and Judy Grove as Clerk. The FY2026 Plan Update reflects $3.99 million available for the fiscal year, with $118,706 set aside for administrative funds.

• Re-elected Thomas Mahoney as Chair, Karen Margolis as Vice Chair, Judy Grove as Clerk (9-0)
• Approved FY2026 Community Preservation Plan Update (9-0)
• Approved eligibility for Home-Share Initiative (JFS of Metrowest) as not eligible (9-0)
• Approved eligibility for Handicapped Accessible Building Construction at Carlson Crossing East (9-0)
• Approved eligibility for Preservation of First Parish in Framingham Meetinghouse (9-0)
• Approved eligibility for Emergency Rental Assistance for People Affected by Substance Use Disorder (9-0)
• Approved eligibility for Walsh-Dunning Softball Field Complex Improvements (9-0)
• Tabled eligibility for Farm Pond Floating Boardwalk

City Council

The Framingham City Council is meeting to vote on several items, including a zoning amendment that would make the Council the Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily, mixed-use, and assisted living projects over 75,000 square feet. They will also consider union agreements, budget transfers, and a secondhand license. The agenda includes multiple second readings and votes on funding for various projects.

• Zoning amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for projects over 75,000 sq ft (Order 2025-006-002)
• Vote on Collective Bargaining Agreement with DPW union (Order 2025-049-001)
• Vote on Memorandum of Agreement for Police Superiors Union (Order 2025-062-001)
• Appropriation of stabilization funds for Mary Dennison Park project (Order 2025-055-001)
• Secondhand license for National Rarities, LLC at 92 Worcester Road (Order 2025-064)

The Framingham City Council approved all 10 action items on the agenda by unanimous 10-0 votes, including collective bargaining agreements with the DPW and Police Superiors unions, several budget transfers and appropriations, and amendments to the Demolition Delay Ordinance. A proposed zoning amendment to make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority for large projects was discussed at length but continued to the October 7, 2025 meeting for further review. The meeting also included a proclamation honoring Marion Kelly for the Team Framingham Fun Run and updates from the Mayor on various city events and projects.

• Approved Secondhand Articles license for National Rarities, LLC at 92 Worcester Road (10-0)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with DPW Local 1156 (10-0)
• Approved FY26 transfer request for Treasurer's budget (10-0)
• Approved stabilization funds appropriation for Mary Dennison Park project (10-0)
• Approved opioid stabilization funds for Opioid Task Force FY26 budget (10-0)
• Approved CPA funds for accessible dock at Waushakum Beach (10-0)
• Approved Recycling Dividend Program grant acceptance and appropriation (10-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement for Police Superiors Union (10-0)

Housing Authority

The Framingham Housing Authority Board will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, approve minutes and financials, and act on several new business items. Key actions include voting on the 2026 State Annual Plan, extending contracts for painting and carpentry services, approving change orders for capital projects, and reviewing the draft 2026 Federal Annual Plan for a future vote.

• Motion to approve the 2026 State Annual Plan
• Extend Interior Vacant Unit Painting contract with Alpha Contracting Associates, Inc. for one year
• Extend On-Call Carpentry Services contract with Scott Parker Construction & Plastering Co. for one year
• Approve change order #1 ($31,000) for John J. Brady Drive exterior painting and repairs; final completion at $105,000
• Approve change orders for St Lo roofing ($8,435) and vinyl fence replacement ($6,779)

The Framingham Housing Authority approved its 2026 State Annual Plan, extended two maintenance contracts for one year, approved a management services agreement amendment with Southborough Housing Authority through September 2027, and approved several change orders and project completions. The board also reviewed a draft 2026 Federal Annual Public Housing Agency Plan, with a vote scheduled for October. All votes were recorded as 4-0, with Commissioner Joyce arriving at 2:39 PM and participating in later votes.

• Approved minutes of August 11, 2025 regular meeting (4-0)
• Approved bills (4-0)
• Approved credit card statement (4-0)
• Accepted Report of the Executive Director (4-0)
• Approved 2026 State Annual Plan (4-0)
• Extended Interior Vacant Unit Painting contract with Alpha Contracting Associates, Inc. for one additional year (4-0)
• Extended On-Call Carpentry Services contract with Scott Parker Construction & Plastering Co. for one additional year (4-0)
• Approved Management Services Agreement Amendment with Southborough Housing Authority, extending term 24 months to September 30, 2027 (4-0)

McCarthy Elementary School Council

The McCarthy Elementary School Council is meeting to review its role, approve a plan for the 2025-26 school year, and set dates for future council meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy or budget items listed.

• Welcome and introductions
• Review of meeting norms and School Council role
• Discussion of McCarthy School Council 25-26 Plan
• Scheduling of 25-26 council meetings

The McCarthy Elementary School Council met on September 17, 2025, and discussed the School Improvement Plan's final year (2023-2026), the FPS District Strategic Plan, and the Community Schools model. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was informational and planning-focused.

• Reviewed School Improvement Plan progress for 2025-2026, final year of cycle
• Discussed alignment of School Improvement Plans with FPS Strategic Plan (2023-2030)
• Heard overview of Community Schools model from MTA representatives
• Shared strategies to increase Teacher/Family Home Visit Program participation

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board will hold public hearings on three items: a modification and special permit for an elderly daycare at 655 Cochituate Road, a special permit for a temporary Logan Express remote terminal at 19 Flutie Pass, and the acceptance of three streets as public ways. The board will also consider approving prior meeting minutes and discuss potential future zoning amendments.

• PB-08-25: 655 Cochituate Road – modification to 2015 decision and special permit for parking reduction to convert building into elderly daycare
• PB-09-25: 19 Flutie Pass – special permit for surface parking and temporary building for Logan Express Remote Terminal Pilot Project
• Street acceptances: Candlestick Lane, Gaslight Lane, and Lantern Road as public ways
• 1 Worcester Road – request to paint façade at Atlantic Poké in Shopper's World
• Potential future zoning amendments and priorities

The Framingham Planning Board voted 4-0 to recommend that the City Council accept Candlestick Lane, Gaslight Lane, and Lantern Road as public ways, allowing the city to maintain the deteriorating roads. The board also approved a parking reduction and adult daycare use at 655 Cochituate Road, a special permit for a parking facility and temporary remote terminal at 19 Flutie Pass, and a façade paint request at 1 Worcester Road. Minutes from September 4, 2025, were approved, and the board discussed future zoning amendments.

• Recommended City Council accept Candlestick Lane, Gaslight Lane, and Lantern Road as public ways (4-0)
• Approved parking reduction by one space and adult daycare use at 655 Cochituate Road, with eight spaces land banked (4-0)
• Approved special permit for parking facility and temporary remote terminal at 19 Flutie Pass (4-0)
• Approved façade paint request at 1 Worcester Road (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 4, 2025 (4-0)

City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee

The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee voted unanimously to recommend that the full City Council approve favorable action on zoning amendments for the Eagle Rock Apartments development. For the VTT-Clark's Hill property, the subcommittee recommended taking the proposal under advisement and advertising the zoning change for a public hearing. The committee also tabled the approval of the June 16, 2025 minutes until the next meeting.

• Recommended full council approve favorable action for Eagle Rock zoning (5-0)
• Recommended full council take Clark's Hill proposal under advisement (5-0)
• Tabled approval of June 16, 2025 minutes (5-0)

Human Relations Commission

The Framingham Human Relations Commission is holding its regular meeting on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes roll call, approval of last meeting's minutes, public service announcements, elections, a review of a webinar on immigration and human rights, and discussion of a next action plan. The meeting is open to the public, and residents are invited to voice concerns.

• Review of webinar on immigration and human rights
• Discussion of next action plan
• Elections for commission positions
• Public service announcements for community events in September and October
• Meeting open to public for voicing community concerns

The Human Relations Commission met on September 11, 2025 with five members present and two absent. The minutes record no formal motions, votes, or binding decisions; the body discussed upcoming community events, possible future programming on gun violence, affordability, and food insecurity, and school integration. Members agreed on action items, including staffing Framingham Fest on October 4 and drafting a summary of HRC activities for the City's annual book.

• No formal motions, votes, or approvals recorded in the minutes
• Commissioner status: Mayor reportedly said commissioners remain in role until they formally step down, despite website listing terms as expired
• Matt to draft paragraphs on the Immigration Forum for the City's annual book
• HRC to have a space at Framingham Fest (Oct 4); Dana and Matt to attend
• Dana to attend 'Find Your People' event (Sept 27)
• Bob to ask Susan Petroni about adding HRC questions to existing surveys
• Bob to confirm event logistics and materials with Sue (tent, power cord, pamphlets)
• Dana to approach Bob Trembley about a possible school integration project

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee approved two collective bargaining agreements: a Memorandum of Agreement with the Department of Public Works union (Order 2025-049) and a Memorandum of Agreement with the Police Superiors Union (Order 2025-062), both by 4-0 votes. The subcommittee also discussed Boston Marathon costs and Parks & Recreation project planning, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved funding for DPW union MOA, Order 2025-049 (4-0)
• Approved funding for Police Superiors Union MOA, Order 2025-062 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 8/26/25 meeting (4-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for September 25, 2025

Board of Health

The Framingham Board of Health will meet remotely to discuss a lawsuit filed by BMB Wholesale, Inc. over a July 2025 tobacco permit notice, a variance request for a chicken coop setback, and the closure of the publicly funded syringe service program. The agenda also includes a communicable disease update and response to odor complaints about CSX Railroad garbage transport.

• Lawsuit BMB Wholesale, Inc. v. City of Framingham Board of Health filed Aug 28, 2025 in Middlesex Superior Court
• Variance hearing for 24 Belvidere Ave: reduce chicken coop setback from 75 ft to 50 ft from abutter's dwelling
• Discussion on closure of publicly funded syringe service program and plans to address syringe litter
• CSX Railroad odor complaints from transporting garbage
• Public Health Nurse report on communicable disease update

The Framingham Board of Health approved a one-year variance reducing the required setback from a chicken coop to an abutter's dwelling from 75 feet to 50 feet at 24 Belvidere Avenue, with renewal contingent on no abutter complaints and no violations. The board also approved the amended minutes of its August 12, 2025 meeting; approval of the July 15, 2025 minutes was deferred for corrections. Staff reported a third West Nile virus case in Framingham this year and a high-risk designation for the area, and Director Murphy described a $75,000 budget request to the City Council Finance Committee to address syringe litter after the state-funded JRI syringe service program was discontinued.

• Approved one-year variance reducing chicken coop setback at 24 Belvidere Ave from 75 ft to 50 ft, renewable if no abutter complaints and no violations (4-0-0)
• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes as amended (4-0-0)
• Deferred approval of July 15, 2025 minutes to next meeting due to needed corrections
• Opened and closed the variance hearing for 24 Belvidere Ave (4-0-0 each)
• Adjourned at 7:50 PM (4-0-0)

Composting Task Force

The Composting Task Force will review the FY2024 annual report covering a $22,000 grant, 924 bins purchased, and the launch of a free curbside cart pilot. Members will also get an update on sign-ups and discuss how to sustain composting efforts after the task force disbands in December 2025.

• Free Cart Program rollout update – pilot launched, 2 signups so far
• Annual Report FY2024 highlights: $22,000 state grant, 924 bins, and curbside collection pilot
• Schools working group prepares for Brophy curriculum night on September 29
• Promotion working group tabling at Find Your People Fair, Framingham Day, and Farmer's Markets
• Discussion on supporting composting beyond the task force's end

The Framingham Composting Task Force unanimously approved minutes from August 13, 2025. No other formal votes were taken; the meeting consisted of updates on the Free Cart Program (75 sign-ups, 60 deployed), working group reports (schools, logistics, promotion), and preliminary planning for recommendations after the task force disbands in December.

• Approved minutes from August 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Fuller Middle School Council

The Fuller Middle School Council is meeting to review its 2023-25 School Improvement Plan and plan future meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, covering standard items like reviewing past action items and introducing members.

• Review of School Improvement Plan 2023-25
• Planning for future meetings
• Introduction of members
• Review of norms

Potter Road School Council

The Potter Road School Council is meeting to welcome new members, review end-of-year progress toward the school's improvement goals, and develop an understanding of the district strategic priority for the 2025-2026 school year. The agenda includes public comment and introductions, with no old business listed.

• Review end of year progress toward Potter Road's school improvement goals
• Review and develop understanding of district strategic priority for 2025-2026 school year
• Welcome new members and discuss council purpose and membership roles
• Opportunity for public comment

The council met to review progress toward school improvement goals and discuss the district's strategic priority for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting also included a review of school council roles and membership.

• Reviewed end of year progress toward school improvement goals
• Reviewed 2025-2026 district strategic priority

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued hearing on a variance request for an attached garage within the side setback at 4 Randy Road. The board is also set to accept minutes from its August 13, 2025 session. Public comments are accepted in writing until September 5, 2025.

• Continued hearing 25-13: variance for attached garage within side setback at 4 Randy Road (R-1 zone)
• Decision deadline for case 25-13: September 12, 2025
• Minutes acceptance for August 13, 2025 open session

The Zoning Board of Appeals continued the public hearing for a variance request at 4 Randy Road regarding an attached garage within side setback. The board extended the decision deadline to October 31, 2025, pending updated plans from the applicant.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Continued 4 Randy Road public hearing to September 24, 2025
• Extended decision deadline for 4 Randy Road to October 31, 2025

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes, sign monthly motor vehicle excise tax abatements for July and August, and review FY2025 supplemental tax assessments. They will also enter executive session to discuss real estate and personal property abatements and ATB cases. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

• Review and sign monthly MVE tax abatements for July and August
• Review and sign MVE Commitment #4
• FY2025 supplemental tax assessments
• Executive session to review real estate and personal property abatements
• Discussion of ATB cases

The Board of Assessors approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for July and August 2025, totaling $88,254.64 across 466 accounts, and approved Commitment #4 for 2025, consisting of 2,382 invoices for $446,327.56 in revenue. The board also amended the June 11, 2025 minutes to correct May 2025 abatement figures, increasing the reported amounts. All votes were unanimous (2-0).

• Approved July and August 2025 motor vehicle excise tax abatements totaling $88,254.64 (2-0)
• Approved MVE Commitment #4 for 2025: 2,382 invoices for $446,327.56 (2-0)
• Amended June 11, 2025 minutes to correct May 2025 abatement amounts (2-0)
• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss ATB cases (2-0)
• Returned to regular session (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:47 PM (2-0)

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on two major proposals: a Bank of America drive-up ATM at 70 & 84 Worcester Road, and a mixed-use renovation at 92 Concord Street adding 21 residential units. The board will also consider appointments to the Community Preservation Committee and MetroWest Regional Collaborative, plus an ANR for two Warren Road properties.

• Continued hearing PB-06-25: Major Site Plan Review and Special Permit for Bank of America drive-thru at 70 & 84 Worcester Road
• Continued hearing PB-07-25: Special Permit for mixed-use >30,000 SF with 21 residential units at 92 Concord Street
• ANR application for 120 & 128 Warren Road
• Sign application for Playa Bowls at 1 Worcester Road
• Appointments of Planning Board representatives to Community Preservation Committee and MetroWest Regional Collaborative

The Planning Board approved a major site plan and drive-thru permit for a Bank of America at 70 & 84 Worcester Road. They also approved a special permit for a mixed-use development at 92 Concord Street, which will convert office space into 21 residential units with a 13% affordable housing requirement. Additionally, the board appointed representatives to two regional committees and approved a sign application for Playa Bowls.

• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Appointed Edward Cosgrove to Community Preservation Committee (5-0-0)
• Appointed Joe Norton to MetroWest Regional Collaborative (5-0-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for 120 & 128 Warren Road (4-0-0)
• Approved sign for 1 Worcester Road, Playa Bowls (5-0-0)
• Approved site plan and drive-thru for 70 & 84 Worcester Road (4-0-0)
• Approved mixed-use permit for 92 Concord Street with conditions (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:59 p.m. (4-0-0)

King Elementary School Council

The King Elementary School Council will meet monthly from September 2025 through June 2026 to discuss and provide feedback on school-wide priorities, including improving student attendance and analyzing student data to enhance instruction, especially for emergent bilingual students. The council will review data, discuss family engagement, and help shape the school improvement plan for 2026-27.

• Review of baseline attendance and student referral data at the September 3, 2025 meeting
• Introduction of a tiered framework for attendance interventions (Tier 1, 2, and 3) at the December 3, 2025 meeting
• Presentation of a Community Resource Map to address attendance barriers at the February 4, 2026 meeting
• Development of a school-wide Attendance Playbook for 2026-27, with final review in May 2026
• Final endorsement of the School Improvement Plan at the June 3, 2026 meeting

City Council

The Framingham City Council is meeting on September 2, 2025, to consider a first reading of amendments to the Demolition Delay Ordinance, discuss the needle exchange program, and vote on numerous appointments and financial orders. The agenda includes a public hearing on accepting Candlestick Lane, Gaslight Lane, and Lantern Road as public roadways, as well as several appropriation and budget items.

• Public hearing on accepting Candlestick Lane, Gaslight Lane, and Lantern Road as public roadways
• First reading of amendments to Demolition Delay Ordinance (Section 254-11)
• Discussion on needle exchange program
• Appropriation of stabilization funds for Mary Dennison Park project
• Appropriation of opioid stabilization funds for Opioid Task Force FY26 budget

MRECC Operations Committee

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Operations Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on the State 911 debrief, construction, and the radio project. The committee will also discuss and take action on CAD, fiber, and Wayland alternate voting members, and set the next meeting date. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes with 3 minutes per speaker.

• State 911 Debrief update
• Construction Update
• Radio Project Update
• Discussion and action on CAD and Fiber
• Wayland Alternate Voting Members

The Operations Committee decided that fiber from the RECC will run to each community's Police HQ and connect via a demarcation switch. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes and identified alternate voting members for Wayland.

• Approved fiber connection from RECC to community Police HQs via demarcation switch (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for May 28, July 24, and August 14 (8-0)
• Identified Mark Hebert (Police) and Rich Ripley (Fire) as Wayland Alternate Voting Members

MRECC Board of Directors

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Board of Directors is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including a State 911 debrief covering annual assessments, budget, and lease, as well as budget modifications and the election of Board officers. The agenda also includes updates on construction and from the Executive Director, plus approval of minutes from prior meetings. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes total, with 3 minutes per speaker.

• State 911 debrief: annual assessments, budget, lease
• Budget modifications
• Election of Board officers
• Construction update: status of construction contract
• Approval of minutes: May 28, July 2, July 24

Community Preservation Committee Application Subcommittee

The Community Preservation Committee Application Subcommittee will meet remotely to review and update a CPA application (DOC 1) and approve minutes from August 12 and August 19, 2025. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific project details or funding amounts listed.

• Review and update of CPA Application (DOC 1)
• Approval of minutes from August 12, 2025 and August 19, 2025
• Remote meeting via Zoom, passcode 856509

The Application Subcommittee reviewed and edited the FY2026 CPA Projects Full Application Instructions, including discussing and updating the list of appendices to be added to the Appendices Form. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Reviewed and updated FY2026 CPA Projects Full Application Instructions
• Discussed and edited list of appendices for the Appendices Form
• Approved minutes of August 12 and August 19, 2025 (3-0)

Board of the Framingham Community Land Trust

The Board of the Framingham Community Land Trust is meeting to take public comments, vote on meeting minutes, discuss and vote on a matter involving 15 Edith Road, and review its foreclosure process. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Vote on minutes
• Discussion/vote on 15 Edith Road
• Review of foreclosure process

Community Preservation Committee-Application Subcommittee

The Community Preservation Committee's Application Subcommittee will meet remotely to review and update a Community Preservation Act (CPA) application. The agenda includes a call to order, a review of the application document, and adjournment. The meeting is procedural, focusing on the application review process.

• Review and update of CPA Application (DOC 1)
• Remote meeting via Zoom with passcode
• Meeting led by Chair Thomas Mahoney and Coordinator Heather O'Donnell

The Community Preservation Committee Application Subcommittee met remotely on August 19, 2025, with all three members and the CPC Coordinator present. The only agenda item was reviewing and editing the FY2026 Application, specifically questions 1-13. No funding awards, approvals, or denials were recorded; the meeting adjourned by unanimous roll call vote.

• Reviewed and edited FY2026 Application questions 1-13 (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned at 12:06 PM (3-0 roll call: DeNicola, Margolis, Mahoney aye)

City Council

The Framingham City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several key items, including amendments to zoning codes to add the City Council as a special permit granting authority for large multifamily, mixed-use, and assisted living developments over 75,000 square feet. The meeting also includes discussions on traffic department creation, demolition delay ordinance amendments, and updates on city services like water/sewer rates and needle exchange programs.

• Public hearing on zoning amendments to require City Council special permits for multifamily/mixed-use/assisted living projects ≥75,000 sq ft
• Public hearing on creating a Traffic Department per Framingham Home Rule Charter
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Demolition Delay Ordinance (second reading)
• Discussion on financing concerns for Keefe Tech feasibility study
• Referral to Finance Subcommittee on $1156 DPW union contract and opioid stabilization funds

MRECC Operations Committee

The MRECC Operations Committee will meet virtually to receive project design and construction updates. The committee will also conduct discussions regarding CAD, Fire Station Alerting, and Patch/Logo, and hold an election for committee leadership.

• Election of Operations Committee leadership
• Discussion on CAD
• Discussion on Fire Station Alerting
• Discussion on Patch/Logo
• Project design and construction update

Loring Arena Advisory Committee

The Loring Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss ice rental rates and the FY27 capital budget. The agenda includes public participation and new business, but no votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of arena ice rental rates (current: $260/50 min, $310/60 min prime; $210/50 min, $250/60 min non-prime)
• FY27 capital discussion
• Public participation (2-minute limit per person)

The Loring Arena Advisory Committee agreed to raise prime-time ice rental rates to $5.25 per minute for the upcoming season, increasing a 50-minute rental from $260 to $262.50 and a 60-minute rental from $310 to $315. The committee also agreed to submit a request for new yellow kick plates for the ice rink as part of the FY27 Large Capital request. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included no public attendance and discussion of future banner hanging.

• Agreed to raise prime-time ice rental to $5.25 per minute (unanimous)
• Agreed to submit new yellow kick plates for FY27 Large Capital request (unanimous)

Community Preservation Committee Application Subcommittee

The Community Preservation Committee Application Subcommittee will meet to review and update a Community Preservation Act (CPA) full application. The agenda includes public participation and a review of the application document. No specific project details or funding amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Review and update of CPA Application (DOC 1)
• Public participation period
• Hybrid meeting (in-person and online via Zoom)

The Application Subcommittee met to review and edit sections of the FY2026 Application Form. The committee updated the Project Information and Application Information sections of the form.

• Edited Project Information section of FY2026 Application
• Edited Application Information section of FY2026 Application

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing on a special application (CPA26-001) requesting $75,000 in CPA funds for an adaptive boat dock at Lake Waushakum Beach, 54 Nipmuc Rd. The committee will also review eligibility forms and the FY2025 Plan Update draft. The meeting is hybrid, with public participation.

• Special application CPA26-001: $75,000 CPA request for accessible dock at Lake Waushakum (total project budget $187,000)
• Eligibility forms determination
• FY2025 Plan Update draft review
• Approval of minutes from 5/19/2025, 6/9/2025, 6/16/2025

The committee voted to recommend appropriating $75,000 for an accessible dock at Lake Waushakum Beach. Members also determined the eligibility of two project applications and reviewed the draft FY2026 Community Preservation Plan Update.

• Approved recommendation for $75,000 for Lake Waushakum adaptive boat dock (6-0-0)
• Approved 'Respect our Rivers' project as ineligible for CPA funding (6-0-0)
• Approved 'Emergency Rental Subsidies for Low-Income Families' as eligible (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes from May 19, June 9, and June 16, 2025 (6-0-0)

Board of Health

The Framingham Board of Health will hold a remote meeting on August 12, 2025, to vote on a variance request from Atlantic Poke at Shopper's World to use acidification of rice without a HACCP plan, as required by food code. The board will also hear reports from the Public Health Nurse and Health Director, including updates on infectious diseases, TB follow-up, vaccine clinics, and harm reduction efforts.

• Variance request for Atlantic Poke, 1 Worcester Road, to acidify rice without HACCP plan (105 CMR 590, FDA Food Code)
• Public Health Nurse report: Hepatitis B confirmed cases (11), Lyme disease suspect (54), probable (55), TB follow-up (18 cases)
• Vaccine for Children update: Framingham Public School Welcome Center opened July 14, 2025, 65 vaccines given
• Harm reduction: Narcan kits distributed (April 44, June 38, July 7), plan to increase visibility at Farmers Market
• Health Director report: bathing beaches, RAM Medical Clinic, MetroWest Care Connection, staffing update, Kratom/Nitrous Oxide/Delta 8

The Board of Health approved a variance request for Atlantic Poke to use acidification for sushi rice. The meeting also included public comments regarding local odors and Kratom regulation, and reports on infectious disease trends.

• Approved food variance for Atlantic Poke to allow acidification of rice (4-0-0)
• Noted no minutes were available for approval at this meeting

Housing Authority

The Board will review the draft 2025 State proposed Annual Plan, with a public hearing and vote scheduled for the September meeting. The agenda also includes approval of bills, credit card statements, and financial statement reviews.

• Review of Draft 2025 State proposed Annual Plan
• Approval of bills and credit card statements
• Financial statement review
• Updates on maintenance, capital projects, and applications for payments

The Board approved the July 21 meeting minutes, recent bills, and credit card statements. The Executive Director reported on ongoing capital projects and the receipt of a $107,000 Aging in Place grant.

• Approved July 21, 2025, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved bills (5-0)
• Approved credit card statement (5-0)
• Accepted Executive Director's report (5-0)

Composting Task Force

The Composting Task Force will review the annual report for fiscal year 2024, receive an update on the free cart program rollout, and discuss a community composting mini grant. Working groups covering schools, logistics, and promotion will report on their progress. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and scheduling future sessions.

• Annual report for fiscal year 2024 review
• Free Cart Program rollout update – cart arrival and timeline
• Community Composting Mini Grant discussion
• Working group updates: schools, logistics, promotion
• Potential meeting dates: August 27 and September 10

The Composting Task Force launched the Free Cart Program, with two residents signed up and materials ready at the recycling center. Minutes from June and July were approved, and a motion to waive provision 20221-048-001 passed unanimously. The task force also decided not to apply for a Community Composting Mini Grant and set the next meeting for September 10.

• Approved minutes from June 11, 2025 (1 abstention)
• Approved minutes from July 9, 2025 (1 abstention)
• Launched Free Cart Program for curbside composting
• Voted to waive provision 20221-048-001 (unanimous)
• Decided not to apply for Community Composting Mini Grant
• Set next meeting for September 10, 2025 (Zoom only)
• Confirmed task force will disband at end of December 2025

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board will hold public hearings on a continued Bank of America site plan for a drive-up ATM at 70 & 84 Worcester Road, proposed zoning amendments to make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily and mixed-use projects, and a special permit for a mixed-use renovation at 92 Concord Street. The board will also discuss its 2025-2026 goals regarding future zoning amendments and regulations.

• Continued hearing: PB-06-25, Bank of America c/o CBRE, Major Site Plan Review and Special Permit for financial drive-thru at 70 & 84 Worcester Road (continuance requested)
• Zoning amendments to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for multifamily, mixed-use, assisted living, and cluster developments over 75,000 sq ft
• PB-07-25: 100 Concord Street LLC, Special Permit for Mixed Use >30,000 SF and parking reduction at 92 Concord Street, adding 21 residential units
• Sign application: 1 Worcester Road – Atlantic Poké
• Other business: façade and roof painting at Chipotle and Visionworks at 1 Worcester Road

The Planning Board voted not to recommend approval of a proposal that would make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority for large mixed-use projects. The Board also continued public hearings for two site applications and approved sign and facade changes.

• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Continued Bank of America site plan review at 70 & 84 Worcester Road to Sept 4, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Approved sign application for Atlantic Poké at 1 Worcester Road (4-0-0)
• Approved facade and roof painting at 1 Worcester Road (4-0-0)
• Continued public hearing for 92 Concord Street mixed-use project to Sept 4, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Closed public hearing on City Council zoning amendments (4-0-0)
• Voted against recommending approval of the proposed zoning amendment to City Council (4-0-0)

Historic District Commission

The Framingham Historic District Commission will meet on August 12, 2025, to review repairs at 39 Edgell Road and approve a revised garage elevation at 110 Edgell Road, both in the Centre Common Historic District. The agenda includes no public hearings, but also covers reorganization, approval of minutes, and the chair's report.

• Review of repairs at 39 Edgell Road (Centre Common Historic District)
• Approval of revised garage elevation at 110 Edgell Road (Centre Common Historic District)
• No public hearings scheduled
• Approval of minutes from June 10, 2025

The Framingham Historic District Commission approved completed repairs at 39 Edgell Road (Centre Common Historic District) in a 5-0 vote, allowing the Building Department to issue a Certificate of Occupancy. The commission also approved revised garage elevation plans at 110 Edgell Road (6-0), subject to adding trim around a new rear window. No public hearings were held, and committee reorganization was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved completed repairs at 39 Edgell Road, enabling Certificate of Occupancy (5-0)
• Approved revised garage elevation at 110 Edgell Road, subject to trim around rear window (6-0)
• Approved minutes of 10 June 2025 (6-0)
• Tasked staff with determining process for creating new Local Historic Districts

Brophy School Council

The Brophy Elementary School Council is meeting to assist the principal in improving student achievement and school performance. The agenda includes a principal's update on enrollment and staffing, a review of the School Improvement Plan, and discussion of family and community engagement. The meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025, from 4:00-5:00 PM at the Principal's Office.

• Review of School Improvement Plan progress and unfinished goals
• Enrollment and staffing updates from the principal
• Discussion of family and community engagement action steps
• Open discussion for new business and council member feedback

The council reviewed staff changes and student assessment scores. Members discussed methods to increase community engagement at Curriculum Night and addressed language and transportation barriers.

• Planned a table for caregiver sign-ups at Curriculum Night
• Identified need for translation services to reduce language barriers
• Discontinued review of School Improvement Plan action steps for future briefing

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold continued and new hearings on variance requests for properties at 4 Randy Road, 17 Arch Street, 33 Essex Street, and 696 Cochituate Road, plus elect officers and accept minutes. One applicant has requested to withdraw.

• Continued: Variance for attached garage within side setback at 4 Randy Road (25-13)
• Continued: Variance for addition exceeding lot coverage at 17 Arch Street (25-15) - withdrawal requested
• New: Modification to case #22-06 for addition on non-conforming structure at 33 Essex Street (25-16)
• New: Sign variance for additional wall sign at 696 Cochituate Road (S25-03)
• Election of officers

The Zoning Board of Appeals elected its officers for the upcoming term and approved a finding for an addition at 33 Essex Street. The board also approved a new sign for 696 Cochituate Road and continued a hearing regarding a garage variance at 4 Randy Road.

• Elected Stephen Meltzer as Chair, Kristina Johnson as Vice Chair, Lap Yan as Clerk, and Leonard Levy as Sign Chair (4-0)
• Approved finding for addition at 33 Essex Street (3-0)
• Approved new sign for 696 Cochituate Road (3-0)
• Withdrew application for 17 Arch Street without prejudice
• Continued hearing for garage variance at 4 Randy Road to September 10, 2025
• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss a special application for an additional $75,000 to fund construction of an accessible dock at Lake Waushakum Beach. The request comes after bids came in higher than estimated, with the lowest bid at $144,000 from MJ Cataldo, Inc. The committee will also hear reports from the coordinator and chair, and address new business.

• Special application for $75,000 additional funding for accessible dock at Lake Waushakum
• Lowest construction bid: $144,000 from MJ Cataldo, Inc.
• Total project budget: $187,000
• Disability Commission committed $5,000 toward the project
• Public participation and reports from CPC Coordinator and Chair

The Community Preservation Committee voted to allow a special funding application for an accessible dock at Lake Waushakum to proceed outside the normal cycle. The committee determined the project meets special application criteria and is eligible for Community Preservation Act funding. A public hearing regarding the project is scheduled for August 11th.

• Adopted amendment finding project meets special application criteria (6-2)
• Accepted special application for Lake Waushakum accessible dock (8-0)
• Determined project is eligible under Community Preservation Act (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:28 PM (8-0)

City Council-Executive Session

The Framingham City Council will meet to hold an executive session discussing real property value regarding a potential parking garage at the Memorial Building and reviewing executive session minutes. During the open session, the Council will vote on several board and committee appointments, recognize local organizations with citations, and address pending financial and housing items.

• Executive session to discuss potential parking garage at the Memorial Building
• Vote on reappointment of Kathryn Peirce to the Board of Assessors through June 30, 2028
• Vote on appointment of Elsiana Zhaka-D6 to the Planning Board through June 30, 2026
• Vote on reappointments of Richard Anketell-D8 and Christopher Connolly-D3 to the Economic Development Corporation through June 30, 2028
• Vote on appointments of David Zhu-D1, Tina Lai-D1, and Melina List-D4 to the 2030 Advisory Council through June 30, 2028

MRECC Board of Directors Joint Meeting with the MRECC Operations Committee

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Board of Directors, meeting jointly with the Operations Committee, will discuss IT subcommittee matters, receive a construction update, and vote on a contractor. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes, an executive director update, and setting the next meeting date.

• Vote on construction contractor
• IT Subcommittee discussion
• Construction update
• Approval of July 9, 2025 minutes
• Public comment limited to 15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker

MRECC Operations Committee Joint Meeting with the MRECC Board of Directors

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Board of Directors and Operations Committee will hold a joint virtual meeting to discuss and vote on a construction contractor, along with updates from the IT Subcommittee and the Executive Director. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

• Vote on construction contractor
• IT Subcommittee discussion
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2025
• Updates from Executive Director
• Set next meeting date

City Council

The Framingham City Council will hold a public meeting on July 29, 2025, to vote on reappointments to the Board of Assessors, Planning Board, Economic Development Corporation, 2030 Advisory Council, and Cultural Council. The Council will also discuss appropriations for the Middlesex Regional Emergency Communications Center and review affordable rent limits for The Buckley Apartments.

• Reappointment of Kathryn Peirce to Board of Assessors (non-resident seat) through June 30, 2028
• Appointment of Elsiana Zhaka-D6 as Associate Member of Planning Board through June 30, 2026
• Reappointments of Richard Anketell-D8 and Christopher Connolly-D3 to Economic Development Corporation (EDC) through June 30, 2028
• Appointments of David Zhu-D1, Tina Lai-D1, and Melina List-D4 to 2030 Advisory Council through June 30, 2028
• Appointment of Alexandra White-D7 to Cultural Council through June 30, 2028

Housing Authority

The Framingham Housing Authority will hold a regular board meeting to approve minutes, review finances, and vote on several contracts and project completions. Key actions include new electricity and natural gas supply contracts with Tradition Energy, final approval of a bathroom renovation, and contracts for kitchen and common area upgrades.

• Electricity supply contract with Tradition Energy for 36 months (Dec 2026–Nov 2029)
• Natural gas supply contract with Tradition Energy for 36 months (Oct 2026–Oct 2029)
• Final completion of John J. Brady Drive Bathroom Renovation at $181,500
• Contract with Makeover and Finishes Group, Inc. for $65,440 (Arsenal Road Common Area Upgrades Phase 3)
• Contract with Vareika Construction, Inc. for $240,700 (Rose Kennedy Lane Kitchen Renovation)

The Framingham Housing Authority approved several contracts and project completions, including a 36-month electricity supply contract with Tradition Energy, a 36-month natural gas contract, the final completion of the John J. Brady Drive Bathroom Renovation at $181,500, a $65,440 contract for Arsenal Road Common Area Upgrades, a $240,700 contract for Rose Kennedy Lane Kitchen Renovation, and a 90-day no-cost time extension for the fire alarm system upgrade. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The board also approved minutes, bills, credit card statements, and the Executive Director's report.

• Approved 36-month electricity supply contract with Tradition Energy (5-0)
• Approved 36-month natural gas supply contract with Tradition Energy (5-0)
• Approved final completion of John J. Brady Drive Bathroom Renovation at $181,500 (5-0)
• Approved $65,440 contract with Makeover and Finishes Group for Arsenal Road Common Area Upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $240,700 contract with Vareika Construction for Rose Kennedy Lane Kitchen Renovation (5-0)
• Approved 90-day no-cost time extension for Pine Ridge Technologies fire alarm upgrade (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 9, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved bills and credit card statements (5-0)

MRECC Operations Committee

The Framingham MRECC Operations Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive project design and construction updates, hear from the Executive Director including the introduction of a Deputy Director, and discuss CAD and transition plans. The agenda is primarily procedural with updates and no major decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2025
• Project design and construction update
• Introduction of Deputy Director by Executive Director
• Discussion of CAD and Transition Plan

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board meets July 17, 2025, to vote on minutes, elect officers, and review a site plan for EV charging stations. The board will hold public hearings on three special permit/site plan applications and review proposed zoning amendments that would add the City Council as a Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily and mixed-use projects of 75,000+ square feet.

• 601 Old Connecticut Path: site plan modification to add 4 EV charging stations
• PB-04-25: 1116 Waverly Street special permit for alternative vehicular access via Thoreau Way for a single-family dwelling
• PB-05-25: 1800 Worcester Road (Storyheights Church) modification to add daycare, playground, and parking reduction
• PB-06-25: 70 & 84 Worcester Road (Bank of America) major site plan review and special permit for drive-up ATM
• Zoning amendment: City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for multifamily/mixed-use buildings 75,000+ sq ft

The Framingham Planning Board approved a site plan modification to add 4 EV charging stations at 601 Old Connecticut Path, with the condition that the parking spaces are not exclusively for electric vehicles. The board also approved a sign update for DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse at 1 Worcester Road, granted a special permit for alternative vehicular access at 1116 Waverly Street, and approved a modification for StoryHeights Church to add a daycare at 1800 Worcester Road. Public hearings for a Bank of America drive-thru and zoning amendments were continued to August 7, 2025.

• Approved site plan modification for 4 EV charging stations at 601 Old Connecticut Path (4-0)
• Approved sign update at 1 Worcester Road for DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse (4-0)
• Granted special permit for alternative vehicular access at 1116 Waverly Street (4-0)
• Approved modification for StoryHeights Church daycare with conditions (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for Bank of America drive-thru to August 7, 2025 (4-0)
• Continued public hearing on zoning amendments to August 7, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 15, 2025 (3-0-1)

Board of Assessors

The Framingham Board of Assessors will meet to approve June meeting minutes, review and sign monthly motor vehicle excise (MVE) tax abatements for June, and enter executive session to discuss real estate and personal property abatements and ATB (Appellate Tax Board) cases. The agenda is largely routine, with no public hearings or major policy decisions listed.

• Review and sign monthly MVE tax abatements for June
• Executive session to review real estate and personal property abatements
• Discussion of ATB cases
• Approval of June 11, 2025 minutes

The Framingham Board of Assessors approved June 2025 motor vehicle excise tax abatements totaling $34,041.44, reorganized leadership by re-electing Kathryn Peirce as Chair and Elizabeth Fekete as Vice Chair, and accepted the resignation of member Matt Calder.

• Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0-1)
• Approved June 2025 MV Excise Tax Abatements of $34,041.44 (3-0-0)
• Entered and exited Executive Session (3-0-0)
• Elected Kathryn Peirce as Chairman (3-0-0)
• Elected Elizabeth Fekete as Vice Chairman (3-0-0)
• Accepted Matt Calder's resignation due to moving to Arizona (3-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0-0)

Board of Health

The Framingham Board of Health will meet to determine whether nicotine vape and pouch products certified as unflavored are actually flavored, potentially leading to their removal from businesses. The board will also hear a presentation on the SPOT tool for reporting discarded syringes and receive updates on staffing and public health initiatives.

• Vote on whether nicotine vape and pouch products are flavored, which could lead to removal from businesses
• Vote to appoint staff to conduct future 'sniff' tests to determine flavors
• Presentation on SPOT, an online tool to report improperly discarded syringes
• Assistant Health Director's report on staffing, tickborne diseases, and flu clinic planning
• Approval of minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting

The Framingham Board of Health voted unanimously to remove 11 flavored vape and nicotine pouch products from local businesses after conducting aroma tests. The board also heard a presentation on a new syringe reporting tool and discussed future 'sniff' tests, which will be placed on next month's agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved removal of 10 flavored vape and nicotine pouch products (5-0)
• Approved removal of Crave Clear BC7000 due to detectable aroma (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 6/10/2025 (5-0)
• Tabled appointment of staff for future 'sniff' tests to next month's agenda

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to debrief recent public hearings and applicant orientations, review the FY2026 full application, and receive status updates on FY2023 projects. The committee will also consider permanent signage and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• FY2026 Full Application review
• FY2023 Project Status Update: 10 projects totaling $1,514,000, with $1,043,897 expended (68.95% encumbered)
• Permanent Signage discussion (DOC 2)
• Approval of minutes from 3/24/25, 4/14/25, and 5/5/25
• Status updates on projects including Waushakum Dock ($110,000), Carol Getchell Trail ($250,000), Arlington Street ($500,000), and 103 Guild Street acquisition ($215,000)

The Community Preservation Committee formed a subcommittee to review and update the FY2026 application, approved unanimously. They also discussed debriefs from the June public hearing and July applicant orientation, and received status updates on FY2023 projects, noting cost overruns for the Waushakum dock project.

• Formed subcommittee to update FY2026 application (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 24, April 14, and May 5, 2025 (7-0)

City Council

The Framingham City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including proposed amendments to the Demolition Delay Ordinance (first reading), a presentation on conceptual planning for the Shoppers World property, and updates on finances and economic development. The council will also consider licenses, appointments, and referrals to subcommittees.

• Proposed amendments to the Demolition Delay Ordinance (first reading)
• Presentation by Urban Edge on conceptual planning for Shoppers World property
• Discussion on economic development with Planning Director and Mayor
• Discussion on finances, annual audit, and bond rating with CFO
• Referral for appropriation for Middlesex Regional Emergency Communications Center FY26 budget

Loring Arena Advisory Committee

The Loring Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct nominations and elections, review duties and responsibilities, and discuss new business for future meetings. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Nominations and elections for committee positions
• Review of duties and responsibilities
• Public participation with 2-minute limit per person

The committee elected Joe Tersoni as chair, Mark Gallagher as vice chair, and Brian Downey as clerk. Members discussed their duties and staff support, including the process for large capital project submissions. No substantive decisions were made beyond the elections; the FY27 capital submission was noted as future business.

• Elected Joe Tersoni as chair
• Elected Mark Gallagher as vice chair
• Elected Brian Downey as clerk

Composting Task Force

The Framingham Composting Task Force will hear an update on the free curbside bin program rollout, discuss two grant opportunities—a community composting mini grant and a state waste reduction innovation grant—and approve minutes from the June 11 meeting. Working groups on schools, logistics, and promotion will also report.

• Update on Free Cart Program rollout; bins expected before August 2025
• Discussion of Community Composting Mini Grant (ILSR)
• Review of Waste Reduction Innovation Grant (Mass.gov)
• Working group updates: Schools, Logistics, Promotion
• Schedule for upcoming meetings: July 23, August 13, August 27, September 10, September 24

The Composting Task Force recommended allocating RDP funds for pilot programs at two schools and for the purchase of compostable bags. The group also discussed the rollout of a free cart program and volunteer needs for school-based composting.

• Recommended transferring up to $7,200 in RDP funds for composting programs at Potter Rd and Brophy (unanimous)
• Recommended using up to $8,000 of RDP funds to purchase compostable bags for starter kits (approved; Mike T voted no)
• Approved minutes from 5/28/25 meeting (unanimous)

MRECC Board of Directors

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Board of Directors will meet virtually to discuss and take action on finalizing a revised Intermunicipal Agreement (IMA), the Deputy Director position, and an FY26 Development Grant Award. They will also receive updates on the construction project bid and from the Executive Director. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes with 3 minutes per speaker.

• Finalize Revised IMA
• Deputy Director Position (start date, reimbursement procedure)
• FY26 Development Grant Award
• Construction Project Bid and Update
• Public comment period (15 min total, 3 min per speaker)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four new cases, including an appeal of the Building Commissioner's decision, a variance for a garage setback, an amendment to a prior case, and a variance for lot coverage. The board will also accept minutes from its May 14 meeting and conduct other business. Public comments are accepted in writing by July 7, 2025, or verbally during the meeting.

• 25-12: 86 Kendall Avenue — appeal of Building Commissioner's decision, variance and special permit to convert mixed-use lot/structure to two-family dwelling in G zone (deadline Aug 28, 2025)
• 25-13: 4 Randy Road — variance to allow attached garage within side setback in R-1 zone (deadline Sep 12, 2025)
• 25-14: 888-890 Waverly Street — amendment of ZBA case #24-05 and variance extension of time in B zone (deadline Sep 12, 2025)
• 25-15: 17 Arch Street — variance to construct addition exceeding maximum lot coverage in G zone (deadline Sep 12, 2025)

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance, overturned the Building Commissioner's decision, and issued a special permit to convert the mixed-use property at 86 Kendall Avenue into a two-family dwelling, with conditions limiting units to two bedrooms and requiring a new fence. The board also extended a variance and amended a finding for 888-890 Waverly Street, and continued hearings for two other cases.

• Granted variance for 86 Kendall Avenue two-family conversion (3-0)
• Overturned Building Commissioner's decision for 86 Kendall Avenue (3-0)
• Issued special permit with conditions for 86 Kendall Avenue (3-0)
• Extended variance by one year for 888-890 Waverly Street (3-0)
• Amended finding for 888-890 Waverly Street (3-0)
• Continued hearing for 4 Randy Road to August 13, 2025 (3-0)
• Continued hearing for 17 Arch Street to August 13, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 14, 2025 (5-0)

MRECC Operations Committee

The MRECC Operations Committee is meeting to approve minutes from three prior meetings and receive updates on project design and construction, as well as from the Executive Director. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes total, with 3 minutes per speaker, and items raised will only be taken under advisement, not debated.

• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2025, March 27, 2025, and May 8, 2025
• Project Design and Construction Update
• Updates from Executive Director
• Public comment period limited to 15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker

City Council Environment & Sustainability Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Environment & Sustainability Subcommittee will meet remotely on June 23, 2025, to discuss and potentially vote on two draft ordinances: one managing shopping carts and another adopting an opt-in specialized code. The agenda also includes public participation, approval of draft minutes from March 3, 2025, and member reports.

• Draft ordinance for managing shopping carts
• Draft ordinance adopting the opt-in specialized code
• Approval of draft minutes from 03/03/25

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will consider Order 2025-035, a referral from the Community Development Department to accept the FY26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) federal funding allocation. This item was continued from the June 10 meeting. The subcommittee will also review draft minutes from prior meetings.

• Order 2025-035: Acceptance of FY26 CDBG federal funding allocation
• Review of draft minutes from 5/27/25 and 6/3/25 meetings
• Discussion of FY26 CDBG/HOME presentation and memo
• Framingham 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan and 2026 Annual Action Plan

The Finance Subcommittee voted 4-0 to recommend favorable action on Order 2025-035, which accepts the FY26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) federal funding allocation. The recommendation will go to the full City Council. The subcommittee also approved minutes from the May 27 and June 3 meetings.

• Recommended approval of FY26 CDBG federal funding allocation (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 5/27/25 and 6/3/25 (4-0)

Hemenway School Council

The Hemenway School Council is holding its regular June meeting to discuss the School Improvement Plan update, receive an update from the Forum, and plan communication back to the community. The agenda is largely procedural, with items for introductions, reflections, and role assignments, and no specific decisions or votes are listed.

• School Improvement Plan update
• Update from the Forum
• Communication plan back to community
• Reflections and role assignments (timekeeper, notekeeper, facilitator)

City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will review and vote on proposed zoning amendments to add the City Council as a Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily, mixed-use, and assisted living projects over 75,000 square feet. The meeting will also include discussions on a new Central Business District map plan and continued zoning changes for the Eagle Rock Apartments/Clark's Hill property.

• Vote on Order 2025-006 to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for projects ≥75,000 sq ft
• Discussion of new Central Business District map plan from Director of Community Development
• Continued zoning discussion for Eagle Rock Apartments/Clark's Hill property (VTT)
• Review of markup versions for §435-6 Classes of Districts and §435-10 Planned Reuse Ordinance
• Review of proposed zoning map changes for Clark's Hill property

The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee voted to recommend two zoning amendments to the full City Council: one to rezone the Clark's Hill property to allow residential use, and another to rezone Eagle Rock properties to expand the B District. The subcommittee also voted to advertise proposed amendments adding the City Council as a special permitting authority for large properties. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations for further Council action.

• Approved motion to advertise amendments adding City Council as SPGA for properties over 75,000 sq ft (4-0)
• Approved motion to recommend Clark's Hill rezoning to PRD with residential use (5-0)
• Approved motion to recommend Eagle Rock rezoning to B District with MOU (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Feb 3, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Apr 16, 2025 (3-0-1)

City Council

The Framingham City Council is meeting to vote on several items, including a zoning amendment that would make the City Council the Special Permit Granting Authority for large multifamily, mixed-use, and other developments over 75,000 square feet. They will also consider the FY2026 Capital Budget, a demolition delay ordinance amendment, and various appointments. Discussions are scheduled with police and fire chiefs about body cameras and operations.

• Vote on FY2026 Capital Budget and Enterprise Budget (second reading)
• Vote on amendments to Demolition Delay Ordinance
• Discussion with Police Chief on body camera program
• Vote on Eversource conduit installation on South Street
• Appointments to Planning Board, Zoning Board, and other boards

The City Council approved the FY2026 Capital and Enterprise Budget, appropriating $33,060,355 for General Fund capital projects and $62,883,000 for Utility Enterprise Fund projects, all funded through bonding. The Council also approved a $7.66 million transfer from stabilization funds for the Mary Dennison Park renovation and remediation project. A proposed amendment to the Demolition Delay Ordinance was tabled by a 7-4 vote after concerns were raised about extended delay periods.

• Approved $33,060,355 General Fund capital budget (11-0)
• Approved $62,883,000 Utility Enterprise Fund capital budget (11-0)
• Approved $7,662,312.75 transfer for Mary Dennison Park project (11-0)
• Approved Eversource conduit installation on South Street (11-0)
• Approved FY26 CDBG federal funding allocation (10-0-1, Ward recused)
• Tabled Demolition Delay Ordinance amendments (7-4)
• Referred zoning amendment to Planning Board for August public hearing (10-0)
• Approved FY2025 year-end transfers (10-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Framingham Community Preservation Committee is holding a public hearing to gather resident input on needs and priorities for open space, historic preservation, outdoor recreation, and community housing. This input will guide an update to the Community Preservation Plan, which directs how Community Preservation Act funds are awarded. The committee will also present examples of past projects and the timeline for the next funding round.

• Public hearing on Community Preservation Plan update
• Since 2023, 31 CPA projects totaling over $6.4 million supported
• FY26 estimated available funds to be presented
• Full application deadline expected November 17, 2025
• Recommendations to City Council expected April 2026

The Community Preservation Committee held its annual public hearing, presenting an overview of the Community Preservation Act and funded projects, and accepting public comments on project ideas for the FY2026 plan. No formal funding decisions were made during the hearing; it was an informational session. The committee heard suggestions including accessible housing, a project at 322 Salem End Road, and trail improvements.

• Adjourned meeting by unanimous vote (8-0-0)
• Held annual FY2025 public hearing; no funding decisions made
• Accepted public comments until June 30, 2025

Human Relations Commission

The Framingham Human Relations Commission will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes routine items such as roll call, approval of prior minutes, and public service announcements, as well as discussion of a recent webinar on immigration and human rights, a next action plan, Flag Day, and scheduling for July. The meeting is open to the public.

• Review of webinar on immigration and human rights
• Discussion of next action plan
• Flag Day observance this Saturday
• Planning for July meeting
• Public invited to voice community concerns

The Human Relations Commission unanimously approved minutes from its previous meeting. Members recapped recent events including an immigration rights webinar, Memorial Day ceremony, and Pride Day flag-raising, and discussed upcoming Flag Day and June 27 celebrations. No new motions or funding decisions were made; the meeting focused on event planning, community outreach, and future event ideas. The next meeting in August will refine event ideas and contact partner organizations.

• Approved prior meeting minutes unanimously
• Matt will circulate post-event survey to immigration webinar presenters
• Matt Brown will attend Open Meeting Law webinar on behalf of commission
• Becca will reach out to homelessness roundtable coalition to explore HRC support
• Matt will informally gauge community interest in multicultural event over next few months
• Mary proposed one-question resident survey on desired events
• Matt will contact Susan about routing community complaints to HRC
• August meeting set to refine event ideas and contact partner organizations

City Council Appointments Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Appointments Subcommittee will meet remotely to discuss and vote on two referral orders from the Mayor: the reappointment of Thomas Abdella-D1 to the Traffic Commission and the reappointment of seven Constables. The agenda also includes public participation and approval of past meeting minutes.

• Reappointment of Thomas Abdella-D1 to Traffic Commission (business community member seat) through June 30, 2028
• Reappointment of 7 Constables
• Public participation period
• Approval of minutes from 2/18/25, 2/26/25, 4/3/25, and 6/2/25 meetings

The Appointments Subcommittee voted 3-0 to recommend seven constable candidates (two new, five reappointments) and one traffic commission reappointment to the full City Council. The subcommittee also approved minutes from two prior meetings, with one member voting against each approval.

• Recommended 7 constable candidates (3-0)
• Recommended Tom Abdella for Traffic Commission reappointment (3-0)
• Approved Feb 18, 2025 minutes (2-1)
• Approved Feb 26, 2025 minutes (2-1)

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will consider several financial orders, including FY2025 year-end transfers, a stabilization fund transfer for the Mary Dennison Park project, an appropriation for prior year bills, and a special education reserve fund distribution. They will also discuss accepting the FY26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation and continue discussion on the FY2026 Capital Budget, including a proposed amendment to replace the Memorial Building roof.

• Order 2025-032: FY2025 year-end transfers
• Order 2025-033: Transfer of stabilization funds for Mary Dennison Park project
• Order 2025-034: Appropriation to pay prior year bills (schools)
• Order 2025-045: Appropriation of schools SPED reserve fund for FY25
• Order 2025-035: Acceptance of FY26 CDBG federal funding allocation

The Finance Subcommittee recommended approval of several financial items, including FY2025 year-end transfers, a stabilization fund transfer for the Mary Dennison Park project, payment of prior year school bills, and use of the schools' special education reserve fund. It also recommended four FY2026 capital projects: Unaccepted Streets, Network Infrastructure Upgrade, Various Sewer Improvements, and Garvey Road. A vote on accepting FY26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) federal funding was tabled 4-1 for lack of time.

• Approved minutes of 5/13/25 and 5/15/25 (4-0)
• Recommended FY2025 year-end transfers, including Snow and Ice Budget (4-0)
• Recommended transfer of stabilization funds for Mary Dennison Park project (4-0)
• Recommended appropriation to pay prior year school bills (5-0)
• Recommended appropriation of schools SPED reserve fund for FY25 (5-0)
• Recommended four FY2026 capital projects: Unaccepted Streets, Network Infrastructure Upgrade, Various Sewer Improvements, Garvey Road (5-0)
• Tabled FY26 CDBG federal funding allocation (4-1, Steiner opposed)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Housing Authority

The Framingham Housing Authority Board will hold its regular meeting on June 9, 2025, at 1 John J. Brady Drive. The board will approve prior meeting minutes, review financial statements and bills, hear tenant and public comments, and receive an executive director's report. The only new business item is a motion to extend the contract with Automatic Appliance Service, Inc. for one additional year at the rates quoted in the original contract.

• Motion to extend contract with Automatic Appliance Service, Inc. for one additional year at quoted rates
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2025 regular meeting
• Approval of bills and credit card statement
• Financial statement review
• Operations and modernization updates including maintenance, capital projects, and change orders

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to plan its annual public hearing and discuss permanent signage. The committee will also hear reports from the coordinator and chair, and consider approving minutes from previous meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being preparation for the June 16 public hearing on community needs and priorities for CPA funding.

• Planning for Annual Public Hearing (DOC 1)
• Permanent Signage (DOC 2)
• Approval of Minutes - 3/24/25, 4/14/25, 5/5/25 (DOC 3,4,5)
• Report from the CPC Coordinator
• Report from the Chair/Vice-Chair

The Framingham Community Preservation Committee met to prepare for a June 16 public hearing and discuss signage options. No substantive funding decisions or approvals were made during this session. The committee tabled the minutes from March 24 and April 14 until the next meeting.

• Tabled minutes from March 24, 2025 and April 14, 2025
• Approved motion to adjourn (6-0-0)

Composting Task Force

The Framingham Composting Task Force will meet to receive an update on the Free Cart Program rollout, including cart arrival and voucher process. They will also discuss allocation of approximately $62,000 in RDP funds for school pilot programs and starter kit bags. Working groups will report on schools, logistics, and promotion efforts. The agenda includes setting a date for a presentation to the City Council.

• Free Cart Program rollout update – carts ordered, expected arrival in June, voucher process with Black Earth
• RDP funds discussion – $62,000 available; DPW supports funding two school pilot programs and starter kit bags
• Working group updates: Schools (Aimee, Lincoln, Willie, Janet), Logistics (Diana, Darren, Erin, Mike T), Promotion (Mike C, Leora, Heather, Evelyn)
• City Council Presentation Date – postponed, possibly rescheduled to August
• Mayor’s task force mentioned in welcome packet; translation and city seal pending

The Composting Task Force approved two funding recommendations from RDP funds: $7,200 for composting programs at Potter Road and Brophy elementary schools, and $8,000 for compostable bags for free starter kits. Both motions passed, with the bag funding receiving one dissenting vote. The group also approved prior meeting minutes and noted their City Council presentation was rescheduled to August 19.

• Approved $7,200 in RDP funds for composting programs at Potter Road and Brophy schools (unanimous)
• Approved $8,000 in RDP funds for compostable bags for free starter kits (8-1; Mike T voted no)
• Approved minutes from May 28, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Framingham Board of Health will hold a remote meeting on June 10, 2025, to approve minutes, welcome a new member, and vote on appointing Roberta Ho as the Board's representative to coordinate and mobilize the Medical Reserve Corps. The Health Director will also report on various topics including the National Preparedness conference, summer intern, heavy content cases, MRC preparation for the Stars and Stripes event, Opioid Task Force update, Environmental Protection Officer position, RAM Medical Clinic, PRIDE DAY participation, and summer health messaging.

• Vote required: Appointment of Roberta Ho as Board of Health representative for Medical Reserve Corps coordination
• Welcome new Board of Health member Fred Stratmann, Esq.
• Approval of minutes from May 13, 2025
• Health Director's report on National Preparedness conference, summer intern, heavy content cases, MRC preparation for Stars and Stripes, Opioid Task Force update, Environmental Protection Officer position, RAM Medical Clinic, PRIDE DAY participation, summer health messaging
• Public comment period

The Framingham Board of Health approved the appointment of Roberta Ho as the Board's representative to coordinate and mobilize the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) by a unanimous 4-0 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting by a 3-0-1 vote. The meeting included a report from the Health Director covering topics such as emergency preparedness, the loss of the Environmental Protection Officer, and updates on the Opioid Task Force and the Remote Area Medical Clinic. No other formal decisions were made.

• Appointed Roberta Ho as Board of Health representative for the Medical Reserve Corps (4-0)
• Approved minutes from May 13, 2025 meeting (3-0-1)

Brophy Elementary School Council

The Brophy Elementary School Council is meeting to review the School Improvement Plan, discuss enrollment, staffing, and academic performance updates, and reflect on family engagement. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or votes listed.

• Review of School Improvement Plan progress and unfinished goals
• Principal's update on enrollment, staffing, and year-end events
• Discussion of family engagement strategies for next year
• Open discussion for new business and council goals

The Brophy Elementary School Council met on June 11, 2025, and reviewed the School Improvement Plan, noting progress in literacy practices and identifying unfinished goals to carry forward. The council also discussed family engagement strategies and confirmed next year's meeting schedule (Wednesdays at 4:00 pm, fall kickoff date TBD). No formal votes or binding decisions were recorded.

• Confirmed next year's council meetings on Wednesdays at 4:00 pm (fall kickoff date TBD)
• Reviewed School Improvement Plan progress and identified unfinished goals to carry forward

City Council

The Framingham City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on several financial items, including the FY2026 operating and capital budgets, year-end transfers, and appropriations. The council will also vote on a grant of location for Eversource to install conduit on South Street.

• Vote on FY2026 Operating Budget, Enterprise Budget, and Economic Development Corporation (EDC) items (Order 2025-028-001)
• Vote on FY2026 Capital Budget and Enterprise Budget (Order 2024-072-001)
• Vote on FY2025 year-end transfers (Order 2025-032-001)
• Vote to transfer stabilization funds for Mary Dennison Park project (Order 2025-033-001)
• Vote to approve Eversource grant of location for conduit on South Street (Order 2025-031)

The City Council approved the FY2026 operating and enterprise budgets totaling $382,613,048, including a $150,000 appropriation for the Economic Development Corporation. Councilors also authorized $7.66 million from the stabilization fund for the Mary Dennison Park project and approved $537,495 for special education costs. An Eversource conduit request was tabled, and the FY2026 Capital Budget moved to a second reading.

• Tabled Eversource conduit request on South Street (11-0)
• Approved $122,158.53 transfer for snow and ice removal (11-0)
• Approved $7,662,312.75 for Mary Dennison Park project (11-0)
• Approved appropriation for prior year school bills (11-0)
• Tabled FY26 CDBG federal funding allocation (11-0)
• Approved $537,495 for FY25 special education costs (11-0)
• Approved $382.6M FY2026 operating/enterprise budget (10-1)
• Approved first reading of FY2026 Capital Budget (11-0)

McCarthy Elementary School Council

The McCarthy Elementary School Council is meeting to conduct an end-of-year review. The agenda includes welcome and introductions followed by new business focused on this review. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• End of Year Review discussion

Potter Road School Council

The Potter Road School Council is meeting to review final outcomes from a caregiver survey and identify next steps. The agenda includes introductions, public comment, and no old business. This is a routine school council meeting focused on gathering input from caregivers.

• Review final outcomes from caregiver survey and identify next steps
• Opportunity for public comment
• No old business listed

The Potter Road School Council meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025, was not held because members could not attend. No decisions were made. The agenda included reviewing caregiver survey outcomes, but no action was taken.

Historic District Commission

The Framingham Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to modify a previously approved project at 110 Edgell Road, within the Centre Common Historic District, to change windows and modify garage plans. The meeting will also include informal discussion, reorganization, and approval of minutes from January 14, 2025. No continued hearings are scheduled.

• Public hearing on 2023-001: modification of 2023-008 to change windows and modify garage plans at 110 Edgell Road
• No continued public hearings
• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2025
• Reorganization of the commission

The Framingham Historic District Commission conditionally approved a modification to a 2023 Certificate of Appropriateness for 110 Edgell Road, allowing the owner to replace the existing garage with a two-story addition and change approved windows. The approval is subject to installing simulated divided lite windows throughout, revising the garage elevation to reduce massing, and receiving final HDC approval of revised drawings. The vote was 6-0.

• Conditionally approved modification 2025-001 at 110 Edgell Road (6-0)
• Approved minutes of 14 January 2025 (4-1, Bernstein abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:54 pm (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Framingham Board of Assessors is meeting to approve prior minutes, review and sign monthly motor vehicle excise (MVE) tax abatements for May, and sign a warrant for MVE #3 2025. The board will also enter executive session to discuss real estate and personal property abatements and ATB (Appellate Tax Board) cases, then return to public session for new business and adjournment.

• Review and approval of May 7, 2025 minutes
• Review and sign monthly MVE tax abatements for May
• Sign warrant for MVE #3 2025
• Executive session to review real estate and personal property abatements
• Executive session to discuss ATB cases

The Framingham Board of Assessors approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for May 2025 and prior years, signed warrants for the third 2025 motor vehicle excise commitment and multiple betterments, and approved the first and second FY2026 quarterly tax bills. The board also signed a release of lien for a tax deferral at 33 Ruthellen Rd and entered executive session to discuss abatements and ATB cases. All votes were unanimous (2-0 or 3-0).

• Approved MV excise tax abatements for May 2025 ($25,796.00, 186), May 2024 ($1,845.74, 15), and May 2023 ($101.07, 3) (2-0)
• Approved MVE Commitment #3 for 2025: 2,610 invoices for $634,049.99 revenue (2-0)
• Signed release of lien for tax deferral at 33 Ruthellen Rd (2-0)
• Approved warrant for 9 betterment payoffs on Nobscot Dr and 1 at 69 Carter Dr (2-0)
• Approved warrant for FY2026 1st and 2nd quarter tax bills: CPA 19,465/$957,484.36, PP 1,636/$6,158,020.15, Com & Res Real Estate 21,032/$108,103,041.30 (2-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss abatements and ATB cases (2-0)

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will continue discussion and possibly vote on the FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets (Order 2025-028) and the FY2026 Capital Budget (Order 2024-072), including a proposed amendment to replace the Memorial Building roof. The meeting includes public participation and approval of prior minutes.

• Continued discussion and possible vote on FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets (Order 2025-028)
• Continued discussion on FY2026 Capital Budget (Order 2024-072) with amendment to replace Memorial Building roof
• Approval of minutes from 5/10/25, 5/13/25, 5/15/25, and 5/27/25 meetings
• Public participation period

The Finance Subcommittee voted 5-0 to recommend the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs capital budget as presented, including projects like the Bowditch Field tennis and basketball improvements and the Loring Arena roof replacement. They also discussed the FY2026 operating and enterprise budgets, the capital budget with a Memorial Building roof replacement amendment, and road projects including Garvey Road reconstruction and acceptance of Gaslight, Candlestick, and Lantern streets. No final votes were taken on the operating budget or the capital budget amendment; those were continued for later City Council action.

• Approved Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs capital budget (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 5/10/25 meeting (5-0)
• Discussed FY2026 operating and enterprise budgets; no vote
• Discussed FY2026 capital budget and Memorial Building roof amendment; no vote
• Discussed Garvey Road reconstruction and acceptance of Gaslight, Candlestick, Lantern streets; no vote

City Council Appointments Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Appointments Subcommittee will meet remotely on June 2, 2025, to discuss and vote on two appointment orders. They will consider reappointing Karen Beauregard and Fred Stratman to the Board of Health through June 30, 2028, and appointing Peter Knapp to the Historic District Commission through June 30, 2026. The agenda also includes public participation and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Reappointment of Karen Beauregard (D6) and Fred Stratman (D8) to Board of Health until June 30, 2028
• Appointment of Peter Knapp (D6) to Framingham Historic District Commission until June 30, 2026
• Approval of draft minutes from 2/18/25 and 2/26/25 meetings

The City Council Appointments Subcommittee approved the reappointment of one member and the appointment of two new members to city boards. The subcommittee also voted on the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved reappointment of Karen Beauregard to the Board of Health through June 30, 2028 (2-0-0)
• Approved appointment of Fred Stratman to the Board of Health through June 30, 2028 (2-0-0)
• Approved appointment of Peter Knapp to the Framingham Historic District Commission through June 30, 2026 (2-0-0)
• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (1-0-1)
• Approved February 26, 2025 minutes (1-0-1)

City Council

The Framingham City Council is meeting to conduct public hearings and vote on several items, including the creation of a Traffic Department, a new billiard table license, and amendments to the Central Business District zoning. They will also consider the FY2026 operating and enterprise budgets, as well as various financial transfers and appointments.

• Public hearing on creating a Traffic Department (Order 2025-040)
• Vote on new Billiard Table License for 135 Bar Restaurant and Lounge Corp, 672 Waverly Street (Order 2025-042)
• Vote to amend Flammables and Combustible Liquids license for Alltown, 696 Worcester Road (Order 2025-043)
• Referral to Finance Subcommittee for FY2025 year-end transfers and stabilization funds for Mary Dennison Park project (Orders 2025-032, 2025-033)
• First reading and vote on FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets (Order 2025-028-001)

The City Council approved the first reading of the FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budget as amended, with a vote of 8-3. The Council also voted to withdraw a proposed amendment to shrink the Central Business District and directed the Administration to bring back a new map that keeps the city in compliance. Several other items were approved, including a new billiard table license and reappointments to city boards.

• Approved FY2026 budget first reading as amended (8-3)
• Withdrew Central Business District zoning map amendment (11-0)
• Directed Administration to update CB District map for compliance (11-0)
• Approved billiard table license for 135 Bar Restaurant and Lounge Corp (10-0)
• Approved amended flammable liquids license for Alltown (11-0)
• Approved water easement acceptance at 1065 Edmands Road (10-1)
• Reappointed Karen Beauregard and Fred Stratman to Board of Health (11-0 each)
• Appointed Peter Knapp to Historic District Commission (11-0)

Framingham High School Council

The Framingham High School Council is meeting to discuss updates on the SLT waiver status and the SSA/Flyer Foundations Welcome Program for 2025-26. The agenda includes a welcome, review of waiver updates, discussion of welcome program shifts, and open questions. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting appears focused on discussion and updates.

• Update on SLT Waiver Status
• SSA/Flyer Foundations Welcome Program 2025-26 updates
• Discussion of Welcome Program shifts
• Open questions and conversation

The Framingham High School Council met on May 29, 2025, and discussed updates on the Student Learning Time (SLT) Waiver and the restructuring of the Student Success Academy (SSA) into the Flyer Foundations Program. No formal votes were taken, but participants affirmed support for the SLT waiver goals and the SSA/Flyer Foundations redesign. Follow-up on implementation progress is scheduled for fall 2025.

• No formal votes were taken
• Affirmed support for SLT waiver goals
• Affirmed support for SSA/Flyer Foundations redesign

MRECC Finance Advisory Committee Joint Meeting with the Operations Committee and the Board of Directors

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Board of Directors, meeting jointly with the Operations and Finance Advisory Committees, will discuss and vote on health insurance options for District employees, including the percentage paid by the District, post-retirement insurance, and acceptance of M.G.L. Chapter 32B, section 19. The board will also discuss the FY26 budget and the status of Wayland's admission to the center, along with project updates.

• Vote on percentage of health insurance paid by the District
• Vote to offer post-retirement health insurance
• Vote to accept M.G.L. Chapter 32B, section 19
• Discussion of FY26 budget
• Status of admission of Wayland to RECC

MRECC Board of Directors Joint Meeting with the Operations Committee and the Finance Advisory Committee

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Board of Directors, meeting jointly with the Operations and Finance Advisory Committees, will discuss and vote on health insurance options for District employees, including the percentage paid by the District and post-retirement insurance. They will also review the FY26 budget and receive updates on Wayland's admission and project design.

• Vote on percentage of health insurance paid by the District
• Vote to offer post-retirement health insurance
• Vote to accept M.G.L. Chapter 32B, section 19
• FY26 Budget discussion
• Status update on Wayland's admission to RECC

MRECC Operations Committee Joint Meeting with the Board of Directors and the Finance Advisory Committee

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center (MRECC) Board of Directors, in a joint meeting with the Operations Committee and Finance Advisory Committee, will discuss and vote on health insurance options for District employees, including the percentage paid by the District and post-retirement health insurance. They will also discuss the FY26 budget and the status of Wayland's admission to the RECC, along with project updates.

• Vote on percentage of health insurance paid by the District
• Vote to offer post-retirement health insurance
• Vote to accept M.G.L. Chapter 32B, section 19
• Discussion of FY26 budget
• Status of admission of Wayland to RECC

City Council Rules, Ordinances and Ethics Subcommittee

The Rules, Ordinances and Ethics Subcommittee will decide whether to recommend that the Demolition Delay Ordinance (Chapter 284, Article 1 §284-7) be moved from the General Ordinances to the Zoning Ordinance. The subcommittee will also consider proposed amendments to the ordinance at the request of the Historical Commission.

• Recommendation on reclassifying Demolition Delay Ordinance as zoning or keeping under General Ordinances
• Proposed amendments to Demolition Delay Ordinance (ORDER 2025-027)
• Referral from Historical Commission for ordinance amendments

The subcommittee voted 3-0 to recommend favorable action on proposed amendments to the Demolition Delay Ordinance, which would change the historic review trigger age from 75 to 80 years and remove definitions of demolition and demolition by neglect. The subcommittee took no action on whether to reclassify the ordinance as a zoning ordinance, agreeing to defer that decision. The minutes were not available for approval.

• Recommended favorable action on Demolition Delay Ordinance amendments (3-0)
• Took no action on whether to make Demolition Delay Ordinance a zoning ordinance
• Minutes from May 5, 2025, not available for approval

Composting Task Force

The task force will receive an update on the Free Cart Program roll-out, discuss two MassDEP grants (Wheeled Organics Cart Grant and Waste Reduction Innovation Grant due July 15), and hear from working groups on schools, logistics, and promotion. Members will also discuss RDP funds and a City Council presentation date.

• Free Cart Program Roll Out Update
• Mass DEP Wheeled Organics Cart Grant
• Mass DEP Waste Reduction Innovation Grant (due July 15, 2025)
• RDP funds discussion (balance $62,739.97 from previous minutes)
• Working group updates: schools, logistics, promotion

The Task Force approved the May 14 meeting minutes with one correction. Members discussed the rollout of a free cart program and the use of $62,000 in RDP funds for school pilot programs and starter kit bags.

• Approved May 14 minutes with one correction (all yes, 1 abstention)
• Confirmed free composting carts are ordered for June arrival
• Maintained August 1, 2025 rollout date for promotion

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will continue discussion and possibly vote on the FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets, as referred by the Mayor. They will also consider the FY2026 Capital Budget, including a requested amendment to add a project to replace the Memorial Building roof. The meeting includes public participation and approval of prior minutes.

• Order 2025-028: FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets
• Order 2024-072: FY2026 Capital Budget
• Amendment to add Memorial Building roof replacement project
• Approval of minutes from 5/8/25, 5/10/25, 5/13/25, 5/15/25

The Finance Subcommittee recommended favorable action on the FY2026 Operating budget (excluding schools) by a 4-1 vote, with amendments to reduce snow and ice by $1.00 and Technology Services by $135,000, and to request Keefe Tech bond its feasibility study. The School portion of the budget was approved 5-0. The Subcommittee also recommended approval of the Enterprise budgets (5-0) and approved removing two vehicles from the Capital budget (4-0). Several Capital budget items were tabled for further discussion, with a final vote scheduled for June 10, 2025.

• Recommended FY26 Operating budget (excluding schools) with amendments (4-1)
• Recommended School portion of FY26 budget (5-0)
• Recommended Enterprise budgets (5-0)
• Approved removal of Capital Facilities Management van ($65,000) and one Public Health vehicle ($36,254) (4-0)
• Tabled Garvey Road and Leo Chasse Way Rehab ($4.2M), Unaccepted Streets Improvements ($1.37M), Network Infrastructure Upgrades ($1.6M)
• Approved minutes of 5/8/25 (4-0)

Bilingual Parent Advisory Council

The Framingham Bilingual Parent Advisory Council (BPAC) will hold its monthly meeting on June 2, 2025, from 7-8 PM. Language Development Coaches Ilana Wyner and Daniela Lucca will share information on summer learning opportunities, including ways to support language development, activities, and free resources. Interpretation in Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole, and child care will be available.

• Discussion of summer learning opportunities for English learners
• Presentation by Language Development Coaches Ilana Wyner and Daniela Lucca
• Free resources for summer learning to be shared
• Interpretation in Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole available
• Child care available during the meeting

Hemenway School Council

The Hemenway School Council is meeting to discuss the School Improvement Plan update, access and literacy data, and a communication plan for the community. The agenda includes routine items like welcome, introductions, and role assignments, with no votes or formal decisions listed.

• School Improvement Plan update
• Access Data & Literacy Data review
• Communication plan back to community
• Update from the Forum

Human Relations Commission Framingham Immigrant Rights & Resources Night

The Framingham Human Relations Commission is hosting a virtual Immigrant Rights & Resources Night on May 22, 2025, featuring presentations from legal, school, and community organizations. Topics include legal rights when approached by ICE, family preparedness, school safety, mental health support, and community services. The event includes a Q&A session with interpretation in Spanish and Portuguese.

• Presentation on immediate legal rights and ICE encounters by MWLS
• Joint presentation by Framingham Schools and Keefe Tech on student safety and immigration enforcement near schools
• BRACE community-based support services for immigrants
• MIRA advocacy and empowerment for immigrant communities
• Q&A with interpretation in English, Spanish, and Portuguese

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss an update on the proposed acquisition of the 103 Guild Road property for the Tri-City Open Space Cluster, including a request for $5,000 for updated appraisals. The committee will also plan a public hearing for June 16, 2025, and consider permanent signage options for CPA-funded projects. Minutes from previous meetings will be approved.

• Update on 103 Guild Road property acquisition, including request for $5,000 for updated appraisals
• Planning for public hearing on June 16, 2025, for FY26 CPA funding
• Discussion of permanent signage options for CPA projects
• Approval of minutes from 2/10/25, 2/24/25, and 3/10/25 meetings

The Community Preservation Committee discussed an update on the proposed acquisition of open space at 103 Guild Road, noting the property may be 27 acres instead of 39 and that an updated appraisal may be needed. No formal decisions were made on this item. The committee also planned for an upcoming public hearing and reviewed signage options. The only formal action was approving minutes from three prior meetings.

• Approved minutes of Feb 10, Feb 24, and Mar 10, 2025 (7-0)
• Discussed 103 Guild Road acquisition; no action taken
• Discussed public hearing presentation; no vote
• Reviewed permanent signage options; no decision

Harmony Grove School Council

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss projected agendas and goals for the 2025-2026 school year, along with an update on home visits. The agenda includes public comment and is largely planning-focused, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Public comment period
• Projected agendas and items for 2025-2026
• Goals for 2025-26
• Home Visit update

The council reviewed progress on chronic absenteeism and established a meeting schedule for the next school year. Members developed an action plan to create a Sense of Belonging Survey for families. No formal votes were recorded.

• Set School Council meetings for the 2nd Monday of every month from Sept 8 to June 8
• Scheduled School Council meetings for 5:30-6:30 and PTO meetings for 6:30-8:00
• Created action plan to implement a Sense of Belonging Survey for families

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will meet to continue discussions on the FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets, referred by the Mayor, and the reservation of FY2026 Community Preservation Funds, referred by the Community Preservation Committee. The agenda includes public participation, approval of recent meeting minutes, and possible votes on these items.

• Continued discussion on FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets (Order 2025-028)
• Continued discussion on FY2026 Community Preservation Funds reservation (Order 2025-029)
• Review of FY2026 budget documents including vote sheet, budget memo, and compensation schedule
• Approval of minutes from May 8, 10, and 13 meetings

The Finance Subcommittee reviewed the FY2026 operating and enterprise budgets but did not make a final recommendation on the school budget due to a $1.5 million gap between the School Committee's request and the Mayor's recommendation. The subcommittee scheduled additional meetings on May 22 and May 27, 2025, to continue discussions and make a recommendation to the full Council by June 3, 2025. The Community Preservation Fund allocations (Order 2025-029) were previously approved on May 13, 2025, with no further discussion.

• Approved FY2026 Community Preservation Fund allocations as listed in the CPC memo (vote taken May 13, 2025)
• Tabled FY2026 school budget recommendation pending further discussion
• Scheduled Finance Subcommittee meetings for May 22 and May 27, 2025, to finalize budget recommendation
• Agreed to present budget findings to full Council on June 3, 2025

City Council

The Framingham City Council will decide on zoning amendments for the Central Business District to comply with MBTA housing requirements, vote on FY2026 operating and capital budgets, and consider abandoning a 1997 easement at 111 Speen Street. The meeting will also include recognition of National Public Works Week and two Eagle Scouts, plus appointments to the Board of Health and Historic District Commission.

• Public hearing on Central Business District zoning amendments to reduce district size per MBTA 4,355-unit requirement
• Vote on rescinding bond authorization and off-cycle capital appropriation for School Department project (ORDER 2024-068-001 REVISIT)
• Consider abandoning 1997 drainage easement at 111 Speen Street (ORDER 2025-039)
• Review FY2026 operating and enterprise budgets (ORDER 2025-028-001)
• Appointments to Board of Health (Karen Beauregard, Fred Stratman) and Historic District Commission (Peter Knapp)

The City Council approved the first reading of amendments to reduce the Central Business District map and lower building height limits from six to four stories, aiming to comply with MBTA zoning requirements. The vote was 10-1, with Councilor Mallach opposed. The Council also authorized the Planning Department to study a potential transition zone adjacent to the new district. The FY2026 operating and enterprise budgets were tabled until June 3, 2025, pending the School Committee's budget discussion.

• Approved first reading of Central Business District amendments to reduce district size and cap building heights at 40 feet (10-1)
• Authorized Planning Department to study a transition zone adjacent to the new Central Business District (11-0)
• Tabled FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets until June 3, 2025 (11-0)
• Approved hawker/peddler license for Fernando Bernal, Juniper Farms Ice Cream (11-0)
• Approved abandonment of a draining and sloping easement at 111 Speen Street (11-0)
• Approved reservation of FY2026 Community Preservation Funds (10-0)
• Approved amended 2025 Council meeting calendar, adding June 10 meeting (11-0)
• Approved minutes from 4/29/25 meeting (9-2)

Stapleton School Council

The Stapleton Elementary School Council is meeting on May 14, 2025, to discuss TNTP Spring Data and set goals for the 2025-2026 school year. The agenda also includes time for public comment. This is a routine school council meeting focused on academic data and planning.

• Review of TNTP Spring Data
• Discussion of 2025-2026 school goals
• Public comment opportunity

The Stapleton Elementary School Council met and reviewed TNTP Spring Progress Monitoring data, noting TSV score growth from 2023-24 to 2024-25. The council discussed and set the 2025-2026 school goal focus on student ownership, as developed by the Instructional Leadership Team. No formal votes or other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Set 2025-2026 school focus: student ownership
• Reviewed TNTP Spring Progress Monitoring data

Potter Road School Council

The Potter Road School Council is holding its end-of-year meeting to discuss family survey results, a final PDSA cycle update, and outcomes from a spring TNTP visit. The agenda lists no old business and includes an opportunity for public comment.

• Public comment opportunity
• Family survey results sharing
• Final PDSA cycle update for school year
• Spring TNTP visit outcomes and connection to PDSA cycles

The Potter Road School Council meeting scheduled for May 14, 2025, was not held because members could not attend. No decisions were made or business conducted.

Brophy Elementary School Council

The Brophy Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss school policies and programs, including an item on Dual Language Program Changes. The agenda includes old business, new business, public comment, and creation of action steps. This is a routine school council meeting with one substantive item on the agenda.

• Dual Language Program Changes discussion
• Opportunity for Public Comment
• Action steps creation and assignment
• Meeting at Brophy Elementary School, 575 Pleasant St., Framingham MA

MRECC Operations Committee Joint Meeting with the Board of Directors and the Finance Advisory Committee

The Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center Board of Directors, meeting jointly with the Operations Committee and Finance Advisory Committee, will discuss and vote on several items, including a Deputy Director memorandum of understanding, health insurance options for employees, the FY26 budget, and the admission of Wayland to the center. The meeting is virtual only and includes public comment limited to 15 minutes total and 3 minutes per speaker.

• Vote on percentage of health insurance paid by the District
• Vote to offer post-retirement health insurance
• Vote to accept M.G.L. Chapter 32B, section 19
• Discussion and action on FY26 Budget
• Admission of Wayland to MRECC

Potter Road School Council

The Potter Road School Council is meeting to review the finalized caregiver survey before it is shared with families and to receive an update on the school's PDSA cycles. The agenda includes public comment and introductions, with no old business.

• Review finalized caregiver survey prior to sharing with families
• Update on Potter Road PDSA cycles
• Opportunity for public comment

The Potter Road School Council reviewed and finalized the annual caregiver survey, which will be translated for family access. The principal also provided an update on PDSA cycle work. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Finalized annual caregiver survey for distribution to families
• Survey to be translated to ensure all families can participate

Board of Health

The Framingham Board of Health will meet remotely to discuss the proposed FY2026 budget, focusing on staffing and programming implications, and to consider moving toward Foundational Public Health Services areas and capabilities. The agenda also includes a public health nurse report on communicable diseases, respiratory illness, avian flu, measles, and the Vaccine for Children program, as well as updates from the Health Director on regional meetings and the MDPH hearing on MetroWest Medical Center. The meeting is primarily a discussion and update session, with no final votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of proposed FY2026 budget and its staffing and programming implications
• Public Health Nurse Report: communicable disease, respiratory illness, avian flu, measles, and Vaccine for Children updates
• Discussion on moving towards Foundational Public Health Services areas and capabilities
• Health Director's Report: MDPH hearing on MetroWest Medical Center, Joint Committee on Ways and Means, MetroWest Shared Public Health Services, RAM update, Regional Training Hub, MRC deployments
• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2025

The Board approved its 4/8/2025 minutes (4-0-0) and adjourned (4-0-0). Most of the meeting was reports and discussion: the proposed FY 2026 budget would not fund the vacant Medical Assistant position or the Environmental Protection Officer position, and the Public Health Nurse reported limited resources and 3 active TB cases. No other substantive decisions or votes are recorded in these minutes.

• Approved minutes for 4/8/2025 (4-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:00 PM (4-0-0)
• No vote recorded on the proposed FY 2026 budget; it was presented and discussed only
• No vote recorded on appointing Roberta Ho as an agent of the Board of Health; the director said he will ask the Board to do so

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board will continue deliberation on a proposal by One Howard, LLC to convert a vacant parking lot at 1 Howard Street and 38 Park Street into a 6-story, 135-unit multi-family building with an at-grade parking garage. The board will also hold a public hearing on zoning amendments to the Central Business District, including map changes, height requirements near residential districts, and table-of-use revisions. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and routine staff reports.

• Continued deliberation on PB-17-23: 135-unit multi-family building at 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street
• Public hearing on Central Business District zoning map amendments (Article II, Sections 435-50, 435-7, 435-14)
• Review of height requirements near residential districts and units-per-acre limits in the CBD
• Approval of May 1, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning Board approved the Major Site Plan Review and Special Permits for a 135-unit multi-family building at 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street, with a condition to work with the City Solicitor on a 5-foot easement for rail trail connectivity. The Board also closed the public hearing on Central Business District zoning amendments and recommended the City Council take no action, instead starting a broader public process.

• Approved Major Site Plan Review for 135-unit building at 1 Howard St (5-0)
• Approved Special Permits for use, land disturbance, stormwater, parking, and inclusionary housing with easement condition (4-0-1)
• Closed public hearing on CB District zoning amendments (5-0)
• Recommended City Council take no action on CB District amendments; Planning Dept to start public process (5-0)

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will hold a public hearing on May 13, 2025, to continue discussing the FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets, as referred by the Mayor. They will also consider a request from the Community Preservation Committee to reserve FY2026 Community Preservation Funds. The meeting includes public participation and review of draft minutes from prior meetings.

• Continued discussion of FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets (Order 2025-028)
• Reservation of FY2026 Community Preservation Funds (Order 2025-029)
• Public hearing on the FY2026 budgets
• Review of draft minutes from May 1, 2025, and pending minutes for May 8 and May 10, 2025

The Finance Subcommittee approved the FY2026 Community Preservation Committee budget allocations as listed in the memo, with a 5-0 vote. The subcommittee also held a public hearing on the FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets, hearing from residents and discussing the Keefe Technical High School budget and the proposed OpenGov procurement system. No final vote was taken on the overall FY2026 budget, which remains under discussion.

• Approved FY2026 Community Preservation Fund allocations (5-0)
• Opened public hearing on FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets (4-1)
• Approved minutes from 5/1/25 meeting (5-0)

Housing Authority

The Framingham Housing Authority board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financials, and hear tenant comments. Key actions include approving the final completion of an electrical compliance project at Rose Kennedy Lane and entering a new roof replacement contract for buildings on St Lo.

• Approve final completion for M-V Electrical Contractors, Inc., Rose Kennedy Lane Federal Pacific and Master Meter Compliance project #100292 at $973,568.23
• Approve substantial completion certificate for same electrical project
• Approve contract with JJS Universal Construction Company for $151,160.00 for roof replacement at multiple buildings on St Lo (project #100321)
• Approval of bills, credit card statement, and financial statement review
• Public and tenant comments period

The Framingham Housing Authority approved the Certificate of Final Completion for M-V Electrical Contractors, Inc. on the Rose Kennedy Lane Federal Pacific and Master Meter Compliance project at a final contract price of $973,568.23. The board also approved a $151,160 contract with JJS Universal Construction Company for roof replacement at multiple St. Lo buildings. All votes were unanimous. The meeting included financial updates and a report from the Executive Director, which was also approved.

• Approved Certificate of Final Completion for M-V Electrical Contractors, Inc. at $973,568.23 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with JJS Universal Construction Company for $151,160 for St. Lo roof replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for M-V Electrical Contractors, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved bills for the month (unanimous)
• Approved Report of the Executive Director (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 14, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Framingham Historical Commission is meeting to review a demolition application for the carriage house/garage at 144 Old Connecticut Path, and to discuss and vote on a revised demolition review ordinance for the Rules, Ordinances, & Ethics Subcommittee. The agenda also includes reorganization, approval of minutes, and a watch list of properties.

• Demolition review application for 144 Old Connecticut Path Carriage House/Garage
• Discussion and vote to revise proposed Demolition Review Ordinance
• Watch list includes Danforth Building, Dennison Boiler Building, 74 Concord Street/15 Park Street, 110 Edgell Road, 125 Elm Street, 613 Pleasant Street, 15 Watson Place, 77 Pine Lane, 35 Concord Street, 160 Hollis Street, 1011 Edmands Road, and 144 Old Connecticut Path (barn & main house)
• Approval of minutes from 9 April 2025

The Framingham Historical Commission voted unanimously that the carriage house/garage at 144 Old Connecticut Path is not historically significant, clearing the way for its demolition. The commission also voted to recommend changes to the Demolition Review Ordinance, including raising the age trigger to 80 years and removing definitions of 'demolition' and 'demolition by neglect,' while keeping 12- and 18-month delay periods. The reorganization item was tabled, and minutes from April 9 were approved 3-2 with two abstentions.

• Declared carriage house/garage at 144 Old Connecticut Path not significant (5-0)
• Approved motion to recommend ordinance changes: remove demolition definitions, keep 12/18-month delays, age trigger 80 years (5-0)
• Tabled reorganization to next meeting
• Approved minutes of 9 April 2025 (3-2, two abstentions)
• Added Tomb House at Edgell Grove Cemetery to Watch List (5-0)
• Added Gate House at Farm Pond to Watch List (5-0)

Composting Task Force

The Composting Task Force will hear updates on the preferred vendor contract and Mass DEP cart grant, approve meeting minutes, and receive working group reports on school expansion and outreach materials. The group is preparing a presentation to the City Council and finalizing details for a starter kit program that provides 924 wheeled carts to new subscribers.

• Approve minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting
• Update on preferred vendor contract with Black Earth Compost
• Mass DEP Wheeled Organics Cart Grant for 924 carts
• Working group reports: schools (Potter Road expansion), logistics (welcome packet), promotion (text approval)
• Preparation for City Council presentation on June 3

The task force unanimously approved the minutes from the April 9 meeting. It confirmed that the preferred vendor contract for the compost cart program is approved and in place. A purchase order for 924 carts with lid locks and labels was received and the vendor will provide an ETA. The next meeting was set for May 28 and will be held via Zoom only.

• Approved minutes from 4/9/25 (unanimous)
• Approved preferred vendor contract (no vote recorded)
• Received PO for 924 carts with lid locks and labels
• Set next meeting for May 28, Zoom‑only
• Recycling Coordinator position eliminated, no longer needed for quorum

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Finance Subcommittee will continue its review of the City's FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets, as referred by the Mayor. Presentations are scheduled for the Library, Technology Services, and Capital Projects & Facilities Management departments. The meeting includes public participation and a vote on Order 2025-028.

• Order 2025-028: Continued discussion of FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets
• Library FY2026 budget presentation at 6:00 PM
• Technology Services FY2026 budget presentation at 6:30 PM
• Capital Projects & Facilities Management FY2026 budget presentation at 7:15 PM
• FY2026 Budget Memo and Compensation Schedule included in materials

The Finance Subcommittee continued its review of the FY2026 operating budget, hearing presentations from the Library, Technology Services, and Capital Projects & Facilities Management. No votes were taken on the budget; the meeting was informational. The subcommittee approved the minutes of a prior meeting and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of 5/1/25 (4-0)
• Heard Library FY2026 budget request of $3.5M
• Heard Technology Services FY2026 budget request of $2,938,640
• Heard Capital Projects & Facilities Management FY2026 budget request of $2,465,531
• Adjourned (3-0)

Human Relations Commission

The Framingham Human Relations Commission is meeting to review the results of its sub-committee on the DEI forum, discuss how to connect people with support for laid-off workers, and consider a proposed workshop on current social injustices and discrimination. The meeting is open to the public.

• Results of sub-committee on DEI forum
• Discussion on connecting people with support for laid-off workers
• Proposed workshop on current social injustices and discrimination

The Human Relations Commission met on May 5, 2025 with quorum present. The minutes record announcements about a Memorial Day gathering, an Alliance Breakfast honoring 13 students, a DEI program, and a planned rally, plus to-do items for an immigration forum and discussion of a possible discrimination workshop. No motions, votes, or formal decisions are recorded in the supplied notes.

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Finance Subcommittee is beginning its review of the FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets, referred by the Mayor. The meeting includes presentations from the Framingham Public Schools, Parks & Recreation, Police, Fire, and Public Works departments. The subcommittee will discuss and potentially vote on the budget items.

• Review of FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets (Order 2025-028)
• Framingham Public Schools budget presentation at 9:00 AM
• Parks & Recreation Department budget presentation at 9:45 AM
• Police Department budget presentation at 10:15 AM (includes Animal Control memo)
• Fire Department budget presentation at 10:45 AM

The Finance Subcommittee held a review session for the FY2026 operating and enterprise budgets, hearing presentations from Framingham Public Schools, Parks and Recreation, Police, Fire, and Public Works departments. No formal votes were taken on the budgets; the only action was to adjourn the meeting. The subcommittee will continue budget discussions at future meetings.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Framingham Board of Assessors is meeting to approve minutes, sign monthly motor vehicle excise tax abatements, and enter executive session to discuss real estate and personal property abatements and ATB cases. The agenda is largely routine and procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review and approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Sign monthly MV excise tax abatements for April
• Enter executive session to review real estate and personal property abatements
• Discuss ATB cases in executive session

The Board approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements for March 2023, 2024, and 2025. The Board also signed a revenue commitment for the Treasurer/Collector and released a tax deferral lien for a specific property.

• Approved March 2023, 2024, and 2025 MV Excise Tax Abatements (3-0-0)
• Approved MVE Commitment #2 for 2025 totaling $1,373,354.84 (3-0-0)
• Approved release of Tax Deferral lien for 17 Woodleigh (3-0-0)
• Approved March 26, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-0)

City Council Rules, Ordinances and Ethics Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Rules, Ordinances and Ethics Subcommittee will meet remotely to review proposed amendments to the Demolition Delay Ordinance, referred by the Historical Commission. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from January 13 and 29, 2025, and public participation.

• Order 2025-027: Proposed amendments to the Demolition Delay Ordinance
• Review of draft minutes from January 13 and 29, 2025

The Rules, Ordinances and Ethics Subcommittee voted to refer the proposed amendments to the Demolition Delay Ordinance back to the Historical Commission. The subcommittee directed that the proposal be revised to increase the trigger age to at least eighty-five years and change the modification measure to greater than twenty-five percent. Members also discussed determining whether Campanelli homes can be exempt from the new rules.

• Approved January 13, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved January 29, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Referred Demolition Delay Ordinance amendments back to Historical Commission for revision (3-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss planning for its annual public hearing on June 16, 2025, which will inform FY26 Community Preservation Act funding decisions. The committee will also review emails, receive reports from the coordinator and chair, and consider new business. Minutes from previous meetings are scheduled for approval.

• Planning for annual public hearing on June 16, 2025
• Review of emails received in CPC mailbox
• Report from CPC Coordinator
• Report from Chair/Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from 2/28/25, 3/3/25, 3/10/25

The Community Preservation Committee met May 5, 2025, and approved a redesigned CPC logo. Members also reviewed and edited the draft PowerPoint for the June 16 public hearing, discussed outreach strategies, and approved the March 3, 2025 minutes (8-0). No substantive funding or project decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved redesigned CPC logo
• Approved minutes of March 3, 2025 (8-0)
• Adjourned at 8:33 PM (8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings on eight cases, including continued hearings for a two-family conversion, a pool house variance, and a car sales expansion, plus new hearings for lot coverage, additions, a use variance, and two sign variances. The board will also accept minutes from a previous session.

• 25-06: Special permit and appeal for conversion of non-conforming single-family to two-family at 54 Lawrence Street
• 25-07: Variance for 17'x22' pool house within side setback at 119 Parmenter Road
• 25-08: Appeal to increase number of cars for sale at 2 Roxanna Street
• 25-11: Use variance to convert structure to single-family dwelling in M zone at 9 Saucier Street
• S25-01: Variance for wall sign with letters greater than 18 inches at 138 Leland Street

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a variance for a pool house at 119 Parmenter Road, citing self-created hardship. The board approved a special permit for a used car lot expansion at 2 Roxanna Street with conditions, and approved several other variances and permits, including a shed, home renovation, and use variance. The board also accepted a withdrawal without prejudice for a two-family conversion at 54 Lawrence Street.

• Denied variance for pool house at 119 Parmenter Road (3-0)
• Approved special permit for car lot expansion at 2 Roxanna Street with conditions (3-0)
• Approved finding for shed at 36 Edith Road (3-0)
• Approved findings and variances for renovation at 25 Nipmuc Road (3-0)
• Approved use variance for single-family conversion at 9 Saucier Street (3-0)
• Approved sign variance at 138 Leland Street (3-0)
• Approved sign variance at 862 Edmands Road (3-0)
• Accepted withdrawal without prejudice for 54 Lawrence Street (3-0)

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will review the Mayor’s FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets and continue discussion on affordable rents and income limits for three housing projects: Bancroft Lofts, Union House, and Modera (Mill Creek).

• Approval of affordable rents and income limits for Bancroft Lofts, Union House, and Modera (Mill Creek)
• Review of FY2026 Operating Budget and Enterprise Budgets
• Continued discussion from the April 22, 2025 meeting

The Finance Subcommittee voted 5-0 to deny a request from SEB Housing to increase affordable rents and income limits at Bancroft Lofts, Union House, and Modera (Mill Creek). The subcommittee also reviewed the Mayor's proposed FY2026 operating budget of $383,163,048, a 6.7% increase over FY2025, but took no vote on it, continuing discussion for future meetings.

• Denied affordable rent increases at Bancroft Lofts, Union House, and Modera (5-0)
• Reviewed FY2026 operating budget proposal of $383,163,048 (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Framingham City Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Central Business District zoning map to comply with MBTA zoning requirements, and will consider approving affordable rent and income limits for three housing developments. The Council will also discuss creating a traffic department and the status of city trails, and vote on referring zoning amendments that would make the Council the special permit authority for large buildings.

• Public hearing on Central Business District map amendments to meet 4,355-unit MBTA zoning requirement
• Consideration of affordable rents and income limits for Bancroft Lofts, Union House, and Modera (Mill Creek)
• Discussion with Traffic Commission on creating a traffic department
• Discussion on planning, constructing, and acquiring city trails
• Vote to refer zoning amendments making City Council special permit authority for buildings over 75,000 sq. ft.

The City Council approved naming the Main Street bridge for the late Select Board Member Ginger Esty (10-0-1). The Council also approved a zero percent rent increase for affordable units at Bancroft Lofts, Union House, and Modera (11-0), and continued a public hearing on Central Business District zoning amendments to May 20, 2025. A discussion on creating a traffic department resulted in scheduling a public hearing for June 3, 2025.

• Approved naming Main Street bridge for Ginger Esty (10-0-1)
• Approved zero percent rent increase for Bancroft Lofts, Union House, Modera (11-0)
• Continued Central Business District zoning amendments public hearing to 5/20/2025 (11-0)
• Approved minutes of 4/15/25 (9-2)
• Referred FY2026 Community Preservation Funds reservation to Finance Subcommittee
• Scheduled public hearing on traffic department proposal for June 3, 2025
• Approved continuing meeting past 10:00PM (10-1)

McCarthy Elementary School Council

The McCarthy Elementary School Council is meeting to welcome members and discuss new business, primarily reviewing the SchoolWorks site visit. The council will also confirm the date of its next meeting. The agenda contains no votes or decisions on specific items.

• Review of SchoolWorks site visit
• Confirmation of next meeting date

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on May 1, 2025, to discuss and potentially vote on several items. Key topics include a workshop on proposed zoning amendments to the Central Business District, continued deliberation on a 135-unit multifamily housing project at 1 Howard Street and 38 Park Street, and other business items. Public comments will be accepted during designated periods.

• Zoning amendments to Central Business District map, height requirements, and table of uses
• Continued deliberation on PB-17-23: 6-story, 135-unit multifamily building at 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street
• ANR (Approval Not Required) for 97 Franklin Street
• Covenant release for 145 Meadow Street, Ellingwood Circle
• Minor modification request for 380 Waverly Street

The Framingham Planning Board approved the minutes from April 17, 2025, and endorsed an ANR subdivision at 97 Franklin Street, splitting the lot into two with one retaining the existing building. The board also approved a covenant release for 145 Meadow Street and a minor modification for 380 Waverly Street. Deliberations on the 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street project were continued to May 15, 2025, and a discussion on proposed Central Business District zoning amendments was held without a vote.

• Approved minutes of April 17, 2025 (3-0)
• Endorsed ANR subdivision at 97 Franklin Street (3-0)
• Approved covenant release for 145 Meadow Street (3-0)
• Approved minor modification at 380 Waverly Street (4-0)
• Continued deliberation on 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street to May 15, 2025

Dunning School Council

The Charlotte A. Dunning Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss arrival and dismissal procedures, input on the 2025-2026 calendar and event dates, and the We Are Dunning Festival. The agenda includes updates from the principal and open discussion, with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• Discussion of arrival and dismissal procedures
• Input on 2025-2026 calendar and event dates
• We Are Dunning Festival discussion
• Principal's updates from Kathie Lasky

City Council

The Framingham City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including the FY2024 audit, a possible vote to select a Financial Analyst, and recommendations on Community Preservation Committee projects and opioid stabilization funds. They will also consider referring the Mayor's FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets to the Finance Subcommittee and proposed amendments to the Demolition Delay Ordinance.

• Discussion of FY2024 audit with Matthew Hunt, CPA
• Possible vote to select a Financial Analyst for the City Council (Order 2025-017)
• Recommendation on Community Preservation Committee projects for FY2025 (Order 2025-019-001)
• Appropriation of opioid stabilization funds for Opioid Task Force FY25 budget (Order 2025-023-001)
• Referral of FY2026 Operating and Enterprise Budgets to Finance Subcommittee (Order 2025-028)

The City Council approved several second-reading orders, including FY2025 Community Preservation Committee projects, re-appropriation of CPA funds, and opioid stabilization fund appropriations for the Opioid Task Force and a RIZE grant, all by 10-0 votes. A motion to hire a consultant for a Financial Analyst position failed 1-7-2, and the item was referred to the Finance Subcommittee. The council also approved minutes from 4/1/25 (8-2) and referred the FY2026 budget to the Finance Subcommittee.

• Approved FY2025 CPC projects (10-0)
• Approved re-appropriation of CPA funds (10-0)
• Approved opioid stabilization funds for Opioid Task Force FY25 budget (10-0)
• Approved opioid stabilization funds for RIZE grant (10-0)
• Motion to hire consultant for Financial Analyst failed (1-7-2)
• Referred Financial Analyst position to Finance Subcommittee
• Approved minutes of 4/1/25 (8-2)
• Referred FY2026 budget to Finance Subcommittee

Hemenway School Council

The Hemenway School Council is meeting to discuss routine school business, including updates on the School Improvement Plan, Career Day, and the council's own operations. The agenda is largely procedural, with items for introductions, community connections, and role assignments for the meeting. No votes or major decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Update on School Improvement Plan
• Update on Career Day
• Review of School Council operations
• Communication plan back to community

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on several financial items, including approving affordable rents and income limits for three housing developments, reviewing the FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan with the Public Library and Administration, and considering an amendment to the capital budget for a Memorial Building roof replacement. The meeting also includes an update on Lock Box Receipt Services and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Order 2025-021: Approve affordable rents and income limits for Bancroft Lofts, Union House, and Modera (Mill Creek)
• Discussion: Framingham Public Library FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan items
• Discussion: Miscellaneous FY2026 CIP requests with Administration
• Order 2024-072: FY2026 Capital Budget and amendment to add Memorial Building roof replacement project
• Update: Lock Box Receipt Services from CFO Jennifer Pratt

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee voted to approve minutes from March 25 and April 8, 2025, and held off on approving affordable rent increases for Bancroft Lofts, Union House, and Modera (Mill Creek) to allow further discussion. The subcommittee also discussed the library's FY2026 capital requests, two electric vehicles for city departments, lock box receipt services, and the FY2026 capital budget, including a potential amendment for the Memorial Building roof replacement.

• Approved minutes of 3/25/25 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of 4/8/25 (3-0)
• Held off on affordable rent increases for Bancroft Lofts, Union House, Modera (Mill Creek) for further discussion
• Discussed FY2026 CIP items for library and electric vehicles; no votes taken
• Discussed lock box receipt services; no vote
• Discussed FY2026 Capital Budget and Memorial Building roof amendment; no vote

Harmony Grove Elementary School Council

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss summer outreach and programs, including summer reading, community partner attendance outreach, PTO updates, morning library information, and home visit updates. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major policy decisions or budget items listed.

• Public comment period
• Summer outreach and programs including summer reading
• Community partners - attendance outreach
• PTO updates
• Morning Library information and data

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council met on May 12, 2025, to discuss improving student attendance. No formal votes or resolutions were recorded in the minutes; instead, members discussed potential incentives for perfect attendance and coordinated with community partners to spread awareness about school importance.

• Discussed offering an early release day package in Explorers (9 days)
• Planned connection between Anita Chaves and Jade from New Life regarding survey questions
• Set next meeting date for June 9 at 5:30 pm

Utility Pole Task Force

The Framingham Utility Pole Task Force is meeting remotely to receive a status report on the National Joint Utility Notification System (NJUNS) and to discuss previously identified poles and ongoing workmanship issues. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from June 11, 2024.

• Status report and discussion on National Joint Utility Notification System (NJUNS)
• Discussion on previously identified poles and ongoing workmanship issues
• Approval of draft minutes from June 11, 2024

Framingham High School Council

The Framingham High School Council is meeting to review the SLT Waiver Request Memo, discuss the transition of ESL content courses, and consider a potential update to the Welcome Program. The agenda is largely informational and discussion-oriented, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Review of SLT Waiver Request Memo
• Update on ESL Content Courses
• Welcome Program potential update
• Open questions and conversation

City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee

The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will discuss and possibly vote on amendments to the zoning ordinance that would make the City Council the special permit granting authority for certain mixed-use developments over 100,000 square feet. They will also review updates on the Saxonville District and proposed zoning changes for Eagle Rock Apartments and the Clark's Hill property. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public participation.

• Order 2025-006: amend Table of Uses and Special Permit/Site Plan Review sections to add City Council as permitting authority for mixed-use projects over 100,000 sq ft
• Discussion of future zoning amendments for Saxonville District
• Proposed zoning map change for 1 Clark's Hill Lane (Clark's Hill property)
• Zoning amendments requested for Eagle Rock Apartments

The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee recommended that the City Council be added as the Special Permit Granting Authority for properties exceeding 75,000 sq. ft. The committee also discussed proposed rezoning for Eagle Rock Apartments and 1 Clark’s Hill Lane, but took no action on those items.

• Recommended City Council be added as Special Permit Granting Authority for properties over 75,000 sq. ft. (4-0-0)
• Approved February 19 and March 10, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)

Board of Assessors

The Framingham Board of Assessors will review and approve the minutes from their March 26, 2025 meeting, sign monthly motor vehicle excise tax abatements for March, and sign the warrant for Motor Vehicle Excise Commitment #2. The board will also enter executive session to review real estate and personal property abatements and discuss Appellate Tax Board cases. New business not reasonably anticipated 48 hours prior to the meeting may also be discussed.

• Review and approval of March 26, 2025 minutes
• Sign monthly MV excise tax abatements for March
• Sign warrant for MV excise commitment #2
• Executive session to review real estate and personal property abatements
• Discuss ATB cases

The Board of Assessors approved motor vehicle excise tax abatements totaling $91,923.21 for March 2025 and signed Commitment #2 for 2025, consisting of 4,703 invoices worth $1,373,354.84. The board also entered executive session to discuss abatements and exemptions, and returned to public session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 2025 MV excise abatements totaling $86,942.88 (578 abatements) (3-0)
• Approved March 2024 MV excise abatements totaling $4,187.42 (38 abatements) (3-0)
• Approved March 2023 MV excise abatements totaling $792.91 (8 abatements) (3-0)
• Approved MVE Commitment #2 for 2025: 4,703 invoices for $1,373,354.84 (3-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss abatements, exemptions, and pending ATB (3-0)

Human Relations Commission Immigration Forum Subcommittee

The Human Relations Commission's Immigration Forum Subcommittee is meeting to plan a community immigration forum. The agenda covers finalizing outreach and promotion, confirming speakers and participating organizations, reviewing event logistics including translation, coordinating member assignments, and discussing the event date. This is a planning meeting with no votes or decisions on policy; public comment is included.

• Finalize outreach and promotion strategy
• Confirm invited speakers and participating organizations
• Review event logistics, including translation
• Discuss event date
• Public comment

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board is meeting to review proposed zoning amendments to the Central Business District, including height and density rules, and to hold public hearings on two development applications. One hearing continues for a 135-unit apartment building at 1 Howard Street and 38 Park Street, and another considers a modification to a prior decision for 105 Irving Street. The board will also consider several Approval Not Required (ANR) plans and hear updates from the chair and planning director.

• Public hearing for 135-unit multifamily building at 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street (PB-17-23)
• Modification request for 105 Irving Street to remove garage egress and add alternative via 28 Gordon Street (PB-03-25)
• Zoning amendments to Central Business District map and height/unit rules
• ANR plans for 42-54 Union Avenue, 177/177A Edmands Road, and 775 Salem End Road
• Approval of minutes from four prior meetings

The Framingham Planning Board approved meeting minutes and three Approval Not Required (ANR) property line plans at 42-54 Union Ave, 177-177A Edmands Road, and 775 Salem End Road. The Board also approved a modification for 105 Irving Street to eliminate an Irving Street garage egress in favor of using 28 Gordon Street, and closed the public hearing for a 135-unit residential project at 1 & 38 Park Street while continuing deliberations to May 1, 2025.

• Approved meeting minutes for December 17, 2024, February 12, 2025, March 6, 2025, and March 20, 2025 (5-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for 42-54 Union Ave (5-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for 177 and 177A Edmands Road (5-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for 775 Salem End Road (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for PB-17-23 at 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street (5-0)
• Continued deliberations for PB-17-23 to May 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for PB-03-25 at 105 Irving Street (5-0)
• Approved modification to 105 Irving Street decision with a condition for a one-way directional sign for Gordon Street (5-0)

Housing Authority

The Framingham Housing Authority board will hold its regular meeting on April 14, 2025, at 1 John J. Brady Drive. The board will elect officers, approve minutes, and review financials. Key business includes voting on several contracts for fencing, painting, and electrical work, plus a major amendment to a capital project.

• $27,500 contract with New Generation Landscaping and Fence for St. Lo vinyl fence replacement (state)
• $74,000 contract with Fox Painting Co. for exterior cleaning/repairs on John J. Brady Drive (federal)
• $43,600 contract with Reliable Fence Metrowest for fence and guardrail replacement on John J. Brady Drive (federal)
• $14,643.23 change order for MV Electrical Contractors (Rose Kennedy Lane panel replacement)
• $1,927,714.46 CFA Amendment #22 for unspecified projects

The Board re-elected its current officers and approved several contracts for property maintenance, including fence replacements and exterior repairs. Commissioners also authorized a $1.9 million amendment for project funding and accepted the Executive Director's report, which included updates on narcotics enforcement and new grant awards for the Carlson Crossing East development.

• Re-elected board officers (5-0)
• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved payment of bills and credit card statement (5-0)
• Approved $27,500 contract for St. Lo vinyl fence replacement (5-0)
• Approved $74,000 contract for John J. Brady Drive exterior repairs (5-0)
• Approved $43,600 contract for John J. Brady Drive fence/guardrail work (5-0)
• Approved $14,643.23 change order for MV Electrical Contractors (5-0)
• Approved $1,927,714.46 CFA Amendment #22 (5-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss and potentially vote on its FY2026 budget request, which reserves $1,543,182 for community preservation projects and $237,412 each for open space, historic preservation, and community housing, plus $118,706 for administrative costs. The committee will also debrief a recent public hearing, discuss updates to the Community Preservation Plan, and plan for the annual public hearing. Additionally, they will review emails, including an update on easements for the Carol Getchell stairway, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• FY2026 budget request: $1,543,182 in reserves, $237,412 each for open space, historic preservation, community housing, and $118,706 for admin
• Debrief of March 24, 2025 public hearing
• Community Preservation Plan update discussion
• Planning for annual public hearing
• Easement approvals for Carol Getchell stairway from owners of 27 and 28 Sudbury Lndg

The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously to recommend the FY2026 Community Preservation Fund budget of $2,374,124 to the City Council, with 10% to each category reserve, 5% to administrative expenses, and the balance to budgeted reserves. The committee also discussed the withdrawal of the Carol Getchell stairs project due to easement issues, and reviewed plans for the annual public hearing and the five-year Community Preservation Plan update. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved motion to recommend FY2026 budget of $2,374,124 to City Council (8-0)
• Discussed withdrawal of Carol Getchell stairs project due to easement issues
• Discussed FY2026 budget details including revenue estimates and reserves
• Discussed timeline for five-year Community Preservation Plan update by Fall 2027
• Discussed strategies to increase public participation at annual public hearing
• Noted Cochituate Rail Trail restoration contract in legal review
• Noted Reardon Park project reallocation on City Council agenda for April 15

City Council

The Framingham City Council will meet to discuss updates from state delegates, the Mayor, and city departments, and to vote on several action items. Key discussions include the Community Center project's financial situation, Economic Development Corporation efforts, and Parks and Recreation status. The council will also consider first readings on Community Preservation Committee projects, opioid stabilization fund appropriations, and affordable housing rent approvals.

• Order 2025-019-001: First reading of CPC recommended projects for FY2025
• Order 2025-022-001: Re-appropriation of CPA funds for Reardon Park
• Order 2025-023-001: Opioid stabilization funds for Opioid Task Force FY25 budget
• Order 2025-024-001: Opioid stabilization funds for RIZE grant
• Order 2025-021: Affordable rents and income limits for Bancroft Lofts, Union House, Modera (Mill Creek)

The Framingham City Council held a largely informational meeting with state delegates and city officials, then unanimously approved several routine items: hawker/peddler licenses for Frosty Ice Cream, annual second-hand dealer license renewals, four appointments to boards, and first readings for Community Preservation Committee projects, CPA fund re-appropriation, and opioid stabilization fund appropriations. The meeting also included updates from the Economic Development Corporation and Parks and Recreation, and discussion of city-owned properties.

• Approved Frosty Ice Cream hawker/peddler licenses (11-0)
• Approved annual second-hand dealer license renewals (11-0)
• Approved Wayne Clark to Police Advisory Council (11-0)
• Approved Linda Levitt to Police Advisory Council (11-0)
• Approved Christian Rivera to Eastern Middlesex Mosquito Control Commission (11-0)
• Approved Damon Arujo and Steven Straight to Cultural Council (11-0)
• Approved first reading of FY2025 CPC projects totaling $1.7M (11-0)
• Approved first reading of CPA fund re-appropriation for Reardon Park (11-0)

Barbieri School Council

The Barbieri School Council is meeting to hear school updates, with the main item being a discussion of the SchoolWorks site visit findings. The agenda is otherwise limited to introductions and adjournment, with the next meeting scheduled for May 21st.

• Discussion of SchoolWorks site visit findings
• School updates from Barbieri Elementary School

The council discussed feedback from the SchoolWorks Site Visit regarding instructional growth areas and the use of the WIN block for student interventions. No formal votes were taken during this meeting. The discussion focused on measuring intervention progress and potential adjustments to evaluation rubrics.

• Reviewed SchoolWorks Site Visit feedback findings
• Discussed Literations volunteer program implementation
• Evaluated MTSS process and WIN block strategies
• Considered alternative instructional rubrics

Potter Road School Council

The Potter Road School Council is meeting to review a finalized caregiver survey before it is shared with families and to receive an update on the school's PDSA cycles. The agenda includes public comment and introductions, with no old business listed.

• Review finalized caregiver survey prior to sharing with families
• Update on Potter Road PDSA cycles
• Opportunity for public comment

Stapleton School Council

The Stapleton Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss a TSV visit, math curriculum pilots, and 2025-2026 school goals. The agenda also includes public comment and check-in opportunities. The document contains agendas for multiple meetings from September 2024 through April 2025, with the April 9, 2025 meeting being the most recent.

• TSV Visit
• Math curriculum pilots
• 2025-2026 school goals
• Review TNTP walkthrough tool and scores
• MCAS data and accountability

The council reviewed overview slides for TSV visits and discussed planning for the 2025-2026 school year. Members were informed that two math programs are currently being piloted by grade 5 and kindergarten teachers.

• Reviewed TSV overview slides
• Discussed math curriculum pilots for 2025-2026 school year

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will discuss and potentially vote on several financial items, including FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan presentations from Parks and Recreation and Technology Services, a discussion with the School Department about FY24 audit findings on payroll documentation, and referrals for Community Preservation Committee projects and opioid stabilization fund appropriations. The meeting includes public participation and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion of FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan items from Parks and Recreation and Technology Services
• Discussion with School Department on Auditor's FY24 findings regarding payroll documentation
• Order 2025-019: Referral of Community Preservation Committee recommended projects for FY2025
• Order 2025-022: Re-appropriation of CPA funds for Reardon Park
• Orders 2025-023 and 2025-024: Appropriations of opioid stabilization funds for Opioid Task Force FY25 budget and RIZE grant

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee approved three funding items: $57,600 in opioid stabilization funds for the Opioid Task Force FY25 budget, $50,000 in opioid stabilization funds to match a state grant for transportation needs, and the Community Preservation Committee's FY2025 recommended projects. It also approved a re-appropriation of CPA funds for Reardon Park. The subcommittee discussed but took no action on Parks and Recreation and Technology Services FY2026 capital plans, and the School Department's response to an audit finding on payroll documentation.

• Approved $57,600 opioid stabilization funds for Opioid Task Force FY25 budget (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 opioid stabilization funds to match state grant for transportation (5-0)
• Approved Community Preservation Committee FY2025 recommended projects (5-0)
• Approved re-appropriation of CPA funds for Reardon Park (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 3/11/25 (4-0)

Composting Task Force

The Framingham Composting Task Force will hear updates on the Mass DEP Wheeled Organics Cart Grant timeline, a preferred vendor contract (already signed), and working groups for schools, logistics, and promotion. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. A $7,821 quote for compostable can liners is among the supporting documents.

• Approve minutes from February 16, 2024 meeting
• Preferred vendor contract update (contract already signed per prior minutes)
• Mass DEP Wheeled Organics Cart Grant timeline discussion
• Working group updates: Schools, Logistics, Promotion
• $7,821 quote for 99 cases of compostable can liners (20-gallon, fits curbside carts)

The Composting Task Force approved a Mass DEP grant sticker with a corrected Spanish translation and set a timeline for ordering composting carts. The group discussed the cost of providing starter bags to residents but did not reach a decision.

• Approved minutes from March 12, 2025 meeting
• Approved Mass DEP grant sticker with 'Del Cafe' correction
• Set timeline for ordering 924 composting carts
• Discussed cost of starter bags ($7,821) but tabled decision
• Invited to provide update to City Council on June 3

Board of Health

The Framingham Board of Health will hold a hearing on a septic system upgrade and well variance at 93 Parmenter Road, and discuss MetroWest Medical Center's request to reduce its Level 2B special nursery to Level 1. The board will also appoint a school district nurse leader as agent and receive staff and grant updates.

• Hearing: septic variance (groundwater offset 4 ft to 3 ft) and well setback (150 ft to 108 ft) at 93 Parmenter Road
• Discussion: MetroWest Medical Center's request to reduce Level 2B nursery to Level 1
• Appointment: Aurelia Medina as Agent of Board of Health
• Staff updates: new office manager, NEHA/FDA grant, MetroWest Health Foundation application
• Health Director's report: budget, data, and community meetings

The Framingham Board of Health unanimously approved a septic system local upgrade and well variance for 93 Parmenter Road, allowing a reduced offset from groundwater and a reduced well setback. The board also appointed Aurelia Medina as an agent of the Board of Health and approved the minutes from the March 11 meeting. No public comments were received.

• Approved minutes from 3/11/2025 (3-0)
• Appointed Aurelia Medina as agent of the Board of Health (3-0)
• Approved septic system variances at 93 Parmenter Road (3-0)

Historical Commission

The Framingham Historical Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on April 9, 2025, to review demolition applications for 1115 Worcester Road and 15 Foss Road, discuss and vote on sending a Demolition Review Ordinance to the City Council, and conduct reorganization. The commission will also approve minutes from February 12, 2025, and review properties on its watch list.

• Demolition review applications for 1115 Worcester Road and 15 Foss Road
• Discussion and vote to send Demolition Review Ordinance to City Council
• Reorganization of the commission
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2025
• Watch list review includes Danforth Building, Dennison Boiler Building, 74 Concord Street/15 Park Street, 110 Edgell Road, 125 Elm Street, 613 Pleasant Street, 15 Watson Place, 77 Pine Lane, 35 Concord Street, 160 Hollis Street, 1011 Edmands Road, and 144 Old Connecticut Path

The Commission voted to forward proposed changes to the Demolition Review Ordinance to the City Council. Additionally, two properties were determined to be not historically significant for demolition purposes.

• Sent Demolition Review Ordinance changes to City Council (4-0-0)
• Determined structure at 1115 Worcester Road is not significant (4-0-0)
• Determined structure at 15 Foss Road is not significant (4-0-0)
• Approved February 2, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Tabled reorganization discussion

Community Preservation Committee Budget Subcommittee

The Community Preservation Committee Budget Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the proposed FY2026 Community Preservation Fund budget, including projected revenues of about $2.37 million and recommended reservations for open space, historic preservation, community housing, and administrative expenses. The subcommittee will review background documents and prepare a recommendation for the full committee and City Council.

• Projected FY2026 total revenue: $2,374,124
• Proposed reservations: $242,749 each for Open Space, Historic Preservation, Community Housing
• Administrative expenses budget: $118,706
• State match projected at 15.9% for FY2026
• Discussion of FY2026 budget (DOC 1-4)

The Community Preservation Budget Subcommittee reviewed FY2025 earnings and state matching funds, determining that no adjustments to reserve accounts are necessary. Members agreed to allocate the maximum 5% of total available funds for administrative expenses in the FY2026 budget. The updated budget materials will be presented at the April 14, 2025, committee meeting.

• Agreed to budget 5% of total funds for FY2026 administrative costs
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

King Elementary School Council

The King Elementary School Council is meeting to hear a principal update on MCAS testing, kindergarten tours, a math pilot, and upcoming activities. They will also review the School Improvement Plan and discuss it for the 2025-26 school year, and plan meetings and agenda items for the rest of the current school year. This is a routine school governance meeting with no votes or decisions listed.

• Principal update on MCAS
• Kindergarten tours update
• Math pilot discussion
• Review of School Improvement Plan for SY 25-26
• Planning meetings for remainder of SY 24-25

The King Elementary School Council met on April 7, 2025, and received updates on MCAS testing, kindergarten tours, and a math pilot program. The council reviewed the School Improvement Plan (SIP) but deferred discussion to the next meeting. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was informational

City Council Appointments Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Appointments Subcommittee will meet remotely on April 3, 2025, to discuss and vote on four mayoral referrals for appointments to city boards and commissions. The agenda includes nominees for the Police Advisory Council, the Eastern Middlesex Mosquito Control Commission, and the Cultural Council. The subcommittee will also review draft minutes from prior meetings.

• Wayne Clark-D8 to Police Advisory Council through June 30, 2027
• Linda Levitt-D6 to Police Advisory Council through June 30, 2027
• Christian Rivera as Public Health Inspector to Eastern Middlesex Mosquito Control Commission
• Damon Arujo-D6 (through 2027) and Steven Straight-D7 (through 2028) to Cultural Council

The Appointments Subcommittee unanimously approved five appointments: Wayne Clark and Linda Levitt to the Police Advisory Committee, Christian Rivera to the Eastern Middlesex Mosquito Control Commission, and Damon Arujo and Steven Straight to the Cultural Council. The subcommittee also approved the minutes from February 3, 2025, with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Wayne Clark to Police Advisory Committee, term to June 30, 2027 (3-0)
• Approved Linda Levitt to Police Advisory Committee, term to June 30, 2027 (3-0)
• Approved Christian Rivera to Eastern Middlesex Mosquito Control Commission (3-0)
• Approved Damon Arujo to Cultural Council, term to June 30, 2027 (3-0)
• Approved Steven Straight to Cultural Council, term to June 30, 2028 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of February 3, 2025 (2-0-1)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four new cases, including a special permit amendment for a fenced area, a special permit and appeal to convert a single-family home to a two-family dwelling, a variance for a pool house, and an appeal to expand a non-conforming car sales use. The board will also accept minutes from prior meetings. Public comments are accepted in writing until April 7, 2025.

• 25-05: Amendment of Special Permits #12-09, #16-22, #24-04 for additional fenced-in area at 225 Arlington Street
• 25-06: Special Permit and appeal of Building Commissioner's decision to convert non-conforming single-family to two-family at 54 Lawrence Street
• 25-07: Variance for 17'x22' pool house within side setback at 119 Parmenter Road
• 25-08: Appeal to expand pre-existing non-conforming use to increase number of cars for sale at 2 Roxanna Street
• Minutes acceptance for 2/12/2025 and 3/12/2025 open sessions

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an amendment to special permits for 225 Arlington Street, allowing an additional fenced-in area with a condition that scrim be added. Three other hearings—54 Lawrence Street, 119 Parmenter Road, and 2 Roxanna Street—were continued to May 14, 2025. The board also approved minutes from March 12, 2025, and February 12, 2025, with the latter approved as drafted by staff.

• Approved amendment to special permits #12-09, #16-22, #24-04 for fenced area at 225 Arlington Street, with scrim condition (3-0)
• Continued special permit and appeal hearing for 54 Lawrence Street to May 14, 2025 (3-0)
• Continued variance hearing for pool house at 119 Parmenter Road to May 14, 2025 (3-0)
• Continued appeal for increased car sales at 2 Roxanna Street to May 14, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of March 12, 2025 as presented (6-0)
• Approved minutes of February 12, 2025 as drafted by staff (5-1)

City Council

The City Council approved the non-union compensation and classification study, transferring $89,750 from the FY2025 Salary Reserve to departments, effective January 1, 2025. The Council also tabled the hiring of a Financial Analyst to April 29, 2025, to allow candidates to complete a practical project. A public hearing on Central Business District zoning amendments was continued to May 6, 2025. The Council approved a Verizon utility pole relocation on Winch Street and amended the capital plan to include the BLOCKS-Juniper Hill School roof project.

• Approved $89,750 transfer for non-union compensation study (10-0)
• Tabled Financial Analyst hire to April 29, 2025 (9-2)
• Continued CBD zoning amendments public hearing to May 6, 2025 (11-0)
• Approved Verizon utility pole work on Winch Street (11-0)
• Amended FY2025-2029 CIP to add BLOCKS-Juniper Hill School roof (11-0)
• Referred CPC projects and CPA fund re-appropriation to Finance Subcommittee
• Referred opioid stabilization fund appropriations to Finance Subcommittee
• Referred appointments to Police Advisory Council, EMMCC, and Cultural Council to Appointment Subcommittee

McCarthy Elementary School Council

The McCarthy Elementary School Council is meeting to welcome members and discuss new business, including a review of the school's belonging efforts and confirmation of the next meeting date. The agenda is brief and contains no substantive decisions or proposals.

• Review of Belonging initiatives
• Confirmation of next meeting date

Brophy Elementary School Council

The Brophy Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss old and new business, including a response from Jennifer Moshe, a chorus visit to The Branches of Framingham, and connections with the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT). They will review the School Improvement Plan, discuss PDSA cycles, and share backwards planning sessions. The agenda also includes public comment, language allocation minutes, school-based PD days, and staffing changes.

• Chorus visiting The Branches of Framingham on May 30th (walking)
• Review School Improvement Plan
• Discuss PDSA Cycles
• Language Allocation Minutes will remain unchanged
• Staffing Changes

The Brophy Elementary School Council minutes for 4/9/25 consist of an agenda and roster with no recorded motions, votes, or outcomes. Listed items include old business (a chorus visit to The Branches of Framingham on May 30, a Don Julio's Market item) and new business (public comment, school improvement plan review, PDSA cycles, language allocation minutes, professional development days, and staffing changes). The document does not state what was decided on any of these items.

Harmony Grove Elementary School Council

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss projected classrooms and staffing for the 2025-2026 school year, along with PTO updates and possible community meetings, and a Home Visit update. The agenda includes a public comment period. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Public Comment
• Projected classrooms/staffing for 2025-2026
• PTO updates - possible community meetings
• Home Visit update

The Harmony Grove Elementary School Council met on April 14, 2025, to discuss absenteeism and PTHV visits. The council reviewed survey results regarding attendance and brainstormed potential strategies for next year, such as using the PTO and church outreach. No motions were voted on, approved, or denied during the meeting.

• Discussed absenteeism survey results (81 responses)
• Reviewed potential attendance improvement strategies
• Reported 46 total PTHV visits serving 63 students

City Council Finance Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee will meet on March 25, 2025, to discuss the FY24 audit with the auditor, review police and fire department FY2026 capital improvement plan items, consider a transfer from the General Fund Salary Reserve for non-union compensation changes, and discuss the preliminary FY26 budget. The meeting includes public participation and remote access via Zoom.

• Discussion of FY24 audit with Matthew Hunt, CPA, CliftonLarsonAllen
• Police Department FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan presentation
• Fire Department FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan presentation
• Order 2024-085: Transfer from General Fund Salary Reserve for non-union compensation and classification study
• Order 2025-018: Preliminary FY26 budget discussion

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee approved a revised non-union compensation and classification plan, making it retroactive to January 1, 2025. The subcommittee also discussed the FY24 audit, which found 60 payroll payments lacking documentation, and heard presentations on police and fire capital requests. A preliminary FY26 budget discussion highlighted a potential $12 million school budget increase and the possibility of a partial hiring freeze.

• Approved non-union compensation plan (yellow proposal dated 3/12/2025) retroactive to Jan. 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Discussed FY24 audit findings, including 60 payroll payments without documentation
• Heard police and fire FY26 capital improvement requests, including new ladder truck
• Discussed preliminary FY26 budget, including school increase and hiring freeze

Board of Assessors

The Framingham Board of Assessors is meeting to approve prior minutes and enter a closed executive session to review real estate and personal property abatements and discuss Appellate Tax Board cases. The agenda is largely procedural, with the substantive work occurring in the private session.

• Review and approval of March 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Executive session to review real estate and personal property abatements
• Discussion of Appellate Tax Board (ATB) cases
• New business not reasonably anticipated 48 hours prior to the meeting

The Board of Assessors met on March 26, 2025, called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m., and approved the March 5, 2025 minutes on a 3-0-0 vote. The board then voted 3-0-0 to enter executive session under MGL c. 30A §21(a)(7) to discuss abatements, exemptions, and ATB cases, with all three members recorded as voting aye on the roll call. The minutes as provided do not record any substantive decisions made in open session beyond these procedural actions; the abatement-signing item and the return to public session are shown without recorded votes or outcomes.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-0)
• Voted to enter executive session under MGL c. 30A §21(a)(7) on abatements, exemptions, and ATB cases (3-0-0)
• Roll call to enter executive session: Peirce, Calder, Fekete all aye
• No outcome recorded for the real estate abatement signing item
• No outcome recorded for the motion to return to public session
• Meeting adjourned (no vote recorded)

Community Preservation Committee

The Framingham Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on recommendations for Fiscal Year 2025 Community Preservation Act funding. Seven projects are under consideration, totaling about $1.7 million in recommended grants, covering affordable housing, outdoor recreation, and historic preservation. The committee's recommendations will go to the City Council for final approval.

• $600,000 for four handicap-accessible units at Carlson Crossing East
• $500,000 for a splash pad at Cushing Park
• $315,000 for trail improvements on four city trails
• $100,000 for JFS Metrowest rental subsidies
• $89,000 for fire alarm at Academy Building

The Community Preservation Committee approved funding recommendations for seven projects across community housing, open space, and historic preservation. These recommendations will be submitted to the City Council for final action.

• Approved $100,000 for JFS of Metrowest Rental Subsidies Initiative 2025 (6-0-0)
• Approved $600,000 for Carlson Crossing East Type II Accessible Units (6-0-0)
• Approved $500,000 for Cushing Park Splash Pad Construction (6-0-0)
• Approved $105,000 for Carol Getchell Nature Trail Middle Section Design and Permitting (7-0-0)
• Approved $315,000 for Creating and Improving Recreational Opportunities Trails Project (7-0-0)
• Approved $30,000 for Edgell Memorial Library Woodwork Restoration (7-0-0)
• Approved $90,000 for Academy Building Fire Alarm (7-0-0)

Hemenway School Council

The Hemenway School Council is meeting to discuss the School Improvement Plan, Career Day, and updates from the Forum. The agenda also includes reviewing the council's service time period and establishing a communication plan for the community. This is a routine meeting with no major decisions or public hearings.

• School Improvement Plan review
• Career Day planning
• Update from the Forum
• Review of School Council service time period
• Communication plan back to community

Planning Board

The Framingham Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a proposal to convert a vacant parking lot at 1 Howard Street and 38 Park Street into a 6-story, 135-unit multi-family building with an at-grade parking garage. The board will also hear a request to use warehouse space at 61A Tripp Street as a church, and a modification to allow a pergola at 1 Worcester Road. Other business includes approving minutes, two ANR plans, and discussing conditions related to the Fox Howe decision on Water Street.

• Continued hearing: 135-unit multi-family building at 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street (PB-17-23)
• Minor site plan review for religious use at 61A Tripp Street (PB-01-25)
• Modification to build a pergola at 1 Worcester Road (PB-02-25)
• ANR plans for 0 and 144 Old Connecticut Path and 103 Guild Street
• Discussion of Fox Howe decision conditions for 770 and 770R Water Street

The Planning Board approved a minor site plan review to convert vacant warehouse space at 61A Tripp Street into a church, and approved a pergola for outdoor dining at 1 Worcester Road. The Board also amended conditions of prior decisions for 770/770R Water Street, reducing workforce units and accepting a payment toward a bus shelter. A continued public hearing for a 135-unit apartment project at 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street was continued to April 17, 2025.

• Approved minutes of February 20, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Endorsed ANR for 0 and 144 Old Connecticut Path, Lot 2 (5-0-0)
• Endorsed ANR for 103 Guild Street (5-0-0)
• Continued public hearing for 1 Howard Street & 38 Park Street to April 17, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Approved Minor Site Plan Review for church at 61A Tripp Street (5-0-0)
• Approved pergola modification for 1 Worcester Road (5-0-0)
• Amended conditions for 770/770R Water Street: reduced workforce units to six, added two affordable units, accepted up to $18,000 for bus shelter (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:16 p.m. (5-0-0)

City Council

The Framingham City Council is meeting to vote on several items, including school roof repair applications, a second-hand license, a parking restriction, and a referral for Central Business District zoning amendments. They will also discuss the preliminary FY26 budget and consider appointments to city boards.

• Vote to approve MSBA Accelerated Repair application for Brophy and Potter school roofs
• First reading to add Juniper Hill School roof to FY2025-2029 CIP
• Consider Second-hand Articles license for National Rarities, LLC at 92 Worcester Road
• Prohibit parking on west side of Hollis Street (Route 126) between Boris Way and Claflin Street
• Referral to Planning Board for Central Business District zoning amendments

The City Council approved a traffic regulation prohibiting parking on the west side of Hollis Street between Boris Way and Claflin Street. The council also approved adding the Juniper Hill School roof to the FY2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and authorized an application for MSBA Accelerated Repair funding for school roofs. The selection of a Financial Analyst was tabled until April 1, 2025, to allow discussion regarding a citywide hiring freeze.

• Approved Order 2025-016 naming Callahan Center conference room after Mark Goldman (11-0)
• Tabled Order 2025-017 selection of Financial Analyst candidate until April 1, 2025 (9-0)
• Approved Order 2025-014 no-parking restriction on west side of Hollis Street (11-0)
• Approved Order 2025-015 license for National Rarities, LLC at 92 Worcester Road (9-0)
• Approved Order 2025-013 submission of MSBA Accelerated Repair application for Brophy and Potter Road roofs (9-0)
• Approved first reading of Order 2025-011-001 adding Juniper Hill School roof to CIP (11-0)
• Approved Order 2025-012-001 establishment of special fund for 325th Celebration Committee (11-0)
• Approved referral of Central Business District zoning amendments to Planning Board (11-0)

Human Relations Commission

The Framingham Human Relations Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes reports on a DEI presentation, subcommittee updates on a DEI forum, and discussion of future topics. The meeting is open to the public.

• Report on GFCC DEI presentation
• Subcommittee reports on DEI forum for HRC
• Discussion of future topics for the commission

The Human Relations Commission discussed a DEI forum recap, open meeting law requirements, and planning for an immigration forum, but no formal decisions or votes are recorded in these minutes. Matt Brown will lead immigration forum planning and contact Nicole for guidance; Dana Essigmann will reach out to labor resources for laid-off workers. Damon Araujo proposed a community workshop on social injustices and discrimination, which remains under discussion. The minutes also note the upcoming closure of the TD Bank on the south side.

• No formal motions, votes, or approvals recorded in these minutes
• Matt Brown to lead planning for immigration forum (no date set)
• Dana Essigmann to contact Department of Labor and city labor personnel about resources for laid-off workers
• Damon Araujo proposed a workshop on social injustices and discrimination; discussion only, no action taken
• Matt Brown to ensure future meeting notes are sent to the city clerk

City Council Finance Subcommittee Joint Meeting with School Committee Finance & Operations Subcommittee

The Framingham City Council Finance Subcommittee is meeting jointly with the School Committee Finance & Operations Subcommittee to discuss the Framingham Public Schools' upcoming FY2025-2026 budget and its FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes several action items, such as a request to add the Juniper Hill School roof to the approved CIP, establishing a special fund for the 325th Celebration Committee, transferring handicap parking fines to the Disability Commission, and a continued discussion on non-union compensation and classification.

• Discussion of Framingham Public Schools FY2025-2026 budget
• Presentation and discussion of FPS FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Order 2025-011: Add BLOCKS-Juniper Hill School roof to approved Roof Repairs/Replacement projects (Potter Road and Brophy Schools)
• Order 2025-012: Establish special fund for 325th Celebration Committee (MGL Ch. 44, Sec. 53 1/2)
• Order 2024-066: Transfer Handicap Parking Fines Receipts to Disability Commission (continued)

The Finance Subcommittee recommended approval of an amendment to add the BLOCKS-Juniper Hill School roof to the already approved FY2025-2029 CIP roof repairs project, funded within the existing $13.2 million allocation. The subcommittee also approved the creation of a special fund for the 325th Celebration Committee. A discussion on the FY2026 school budget highlighted a proposed 10.31% increase, which members stated was not acceptable. The non-union compensation and classification study was continued to the next meeting.

• Recommended approval of Order 2025-011 to add BLOCKS-Juniper Hill roof to CIP (4-0)
• Approved Order 2025-012 to establish a special fund for the 325th Celebration Committee (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 1/28/25 and 2/11/25 meetings (3-0)
• Continued discussion on non-union compensation and classification study (Order 2024-085)
• Discussed FY2026 school budget proposal with 10.31% increase; no vote taken

Housing Authority

The Framingham Housing Authority board will hold a regular meeting on March 10, 2025, at 1 John J. Brady Drive. They will vote on several items, including approving the final completion of the Rose Kennedy Lane exterior door replacement project at a final cost of $254,000, extending a landscaping contract, and setting flat rents and utility allowances effective April 1, 2025. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and financial statements.

• Motion to approve final completion of Rose Kennedy Lane Exterior Door Replacement at $254,000
• Motion to approve substantial completion for Rose Kennedy Lane Door Replacement
• Motion to extend On-Call Landscape Maintenance contract with Al's Landscaping Service, Inc. for one year
• Motion to approve Flat Rents effective April 1, 2025
• Motion to approve Utility Allowances effective April 1, 2025