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Who’s on the Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition
- A.Ting
- B.McCarthy
- J.Pessimato
Who’s on the Select Board
Upcoming
Fri Oct 30, 2026
Town Clerk
Town Clerk to process early voted ballots for November 3 State Election
The Town Clerk is notifying the public of the advanced processing of early voted ballots at Town Hall. This session is scheduled for October 30, 2026, with a potential follow-up session on October 31, 2026.
- Processing of early voted ballots at 577 Bay Road on October 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM
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577 Bay Road, P.O. Box 429, Hamilton, MA 01936
978-468-5570 x 3
NOTICE OF ADVANCED
PROCESSING OF EARLY VOTED BALLOTS FROM ENVELOPES
For the November 3, 2026 State Election
In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 54 section 25B as amended by Section 10 of Chapter 92
of the Acts of 2022, the Town of Hamilton will be processing early voted ballots at Town Hall, 577 Bay
Road. This session will be held:
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026
11:00 AM*
*If necessary, the processing will be completed on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at
Town Hall.
We respectfully ask that observers register in advance (before the end of the business day prior) of all
processing of early voted ballots sessions by emailing townclerk@hamiltonma.gov
A full record of advance removal and advance depositing will be kept for the session. In accordance
with the provisions of Chapter 54 section 25B as amended by Section 10 of Chapter 92 of the Acts of
2022, no results shall be determined or announced until after the time the polls close on September
1st. Early voted ballots will be cast at the State Primary Election and the votes incorporated into
Election Day results and posted in a public place.
Carin A. Kale, CMMC
Town Clerk
www.hamiltonma.gov
Mon Nov 2, 2026
Finance and Advisory Committee
Finance and Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 2, 2026
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. It notes that multiple committee members will be attending the Select Board Meeting.
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Items may be heard out of the listed order. The agenda items listed are those items which were reasonably anticipated by the Chair to be discussed at the meeting.
Not all items listed on the agenda may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.
Received by Town Clerk 10/29/26 @ 11:03 am
Town of Hamilton
Finance and Advisory Committee
Monday – November 2, 2026
7:00PM
In person meeting at Hamilton Town Hall
2nd Floor Meeting Room
577 Bay Road Hamilton
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• Call to Order if Quorum
• Multiple members of the FinCom will be attending the Select Board Meeting
• Adjourn
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Mon Nov 2, 2026
Select Board
Select Board to hold joint meeting with Planning Board on Master Plan
The Select Board will meet jointly with the Planning Board to discuss the 2024 Hamilton Master Plan and potential zoning articles for the Annual Town Meeting. The board will also hear a presentation on regionalizing water sharing with Wenham.
- Discussion on implementation of the 2024 Hamilton Master Plan
- Review of proposed Dark Skies by-law for ATM warrant
- Presentation on regionalizing water sharing with Wenham
- Proposed revisions to the Capital Planning Policy
- Appointments to the Human Rights Commission and Hamilton Environmental Impact Committee
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Meeting of
The Hamilton Select Board
Monday, November 2, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Hamilton Town Hall
Second Floor Meeting Room
577 Bay Road, Hamilton, MA
AGENDA
This is an in-person meeting. Zoom is offered as a convenience for our residents, but if
technical issues prevent zoom from operating, the meeting will continue as planned. The
meeting will also be taped by HWCam and will be available through HWCam and its YouTube
channel after the meeting.
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Rosemary
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Tom
Myers
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Benjamin
Galuza
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Lee
McCoy
7:00 p.m.
Call to Order – Roll Call Vote
Board and Committee openings:
• Affordable Housing Trust – 1 opening (3 year term)
• Community Preservation Committee – 2 openings, 1 opening for member
of Historic District Commission and 1 opening for an at-large member
• Historic District Comm …
Wed Nov 4, 2026
Hamilton Foundation
Hamilton Foundation to discuss caseload, fundraising, and scholarship updates
The Hamilton Foundation will meet to review caseloads from the past three months and discuss fundraising efforts. The body will also consider updates to scholarship language and website content.
- Update scholarship writeup to state “for Hamilton residents”
- Discussion on fundraising and appeal letters to local sports groups
- Review of 2026 Water Bill insert
- Approval of July 29th minutes
- Discussion of Acord donation
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Meeting Location
Day, Date, andTimeof
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MEETING NOTICE
TOWN OF HAMILTON
Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, § 18-25
All meeting notices and agenda must be filed and time-stamped in
the Town Clerk's Office and posted at least 48 hours prior to the
meeting (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays)
If posting is close to the 48 hour requirement, it MUST be
posted by 2:00 pm on Mondays-Thursdays and by 11:00 a.m. on Fridays
~ Email to townclerk@hamiltonma.gov ~
| The Hamilton Foundation
MeetingRoom Council on Aging Address 299 Bay Road, Hamilton, MA
bay | Wednesday bate [November 4, 2026 Time | 6 Clam Epm
Date
10/13/26
AGENDA
Per Open Meeting Law, please list all topics that the Chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed at the meeting
Caseload discussion over the past 3 months (Jill)
Seeking dentist relationships (Ken)
Update scholarship writeup to state “for Hamilton residents” (Heather)
Discussion on fundraising (Ken to coordinate with Bryan)
Appeal letter to local sports groups to consider THF in its donation (Martha with Bryan and Bill)
Website content work with Laurie Wilson to update (Bryan)
Discuss finalized 2026 Water Bill insert (Heather)
Acord donation (Jill)
SeniorCare relationship with THF (Bill)
Gift card status
Approval of July 29th minutes
Other issues as germane to the discussion
Wed Nov 4, 2026
Hamilton Development Corporation
Hamilton Development Corporation to discuss downtown streetscape and business grants
The Hamilton Development Corporation will meet to review updates on the Downtown Streetscape and Roadway Initiative. The body will also discuss the status of the Business Grant Program.
- Update on Downtown Streetscape and Roadway Initiative
- Update on Business Grant Program
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MEETING NOTICE
TOWN OF HAMILTON
Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, § 18-25
All meeting notices and agenda must be filed and time-stamped in
the Town Clerk’s Office and posted at least 48 hours prior to the
meeting (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays)
If posting is close to the 48 hour requirement, it MUST be
posted by 2:00 pm on Mondays-Thursdays and by 11:00 a.m. on Fridays
~ Email to townclerk@hamiltonma.gov ~
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Meeting Location
MeetingRoom Public Safety Conferen address 265 Bay Road
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Per Open Meeting Law, please list all topics that the Chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed at the meeting
Call To Order
Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approval of Warrant:
Update on Downtown Streetscape and Roadway Initiative
Update on Business Grant Program
New Business
Next Meeting Date/Agenda
Adjourn
Wed Nov 4, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA to hear special permit request for barn at 88 Maple Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application for 88 Maple Street. The board will also review meeting minutes and receive updates from the Chairperson.
- Public hearing for Mark Thompson at 88 Maple Street to construct an accessory structure/barn exceeding 4 motor vehicle spaces
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RECEIVED BY TOWN CLERK: 10/20/26 @ 4:21 PM
THE TOWN OF HAMILTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY — NOVEMBER 4, 2026
THE MEETING WILL COMMENCE AT 7:00 PM and will be held at Town Hall, 577 Bay Road,
Memorial Room and via Zoom
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING. AS A COURTESY TO THE PUBLIC, ZOOM ACCESS WILL BE PROVIDED VIA THE
LINK BELOW. HOWEVER, THE MEETING WILL NOT BE TERMINATED IN THE EVENT THAT TECHNOLOGICAL
ISSUES DISRUPT THE ZOOM BROADCAST.
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PUBLIC HEARING: The application is for the property owned by Mark Thompson located at 88
Maple Street, Assessor's Map 48, 9. Applicant is seeking approval for a Special Permit: Zoning
Bylaw 3.0 Use Regulations, to construct an accessory structure/barn which would equate to
more than 4 motor vehicle spaces on the property.
REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS:
e Review & Approve Meeting Minutes
e Updates from the Chairperson
INFORMATION FOR ALL PUBLIC MEETINGS:
e Items may be heard out of the listed order. The agenda items listed are those items which were reasonably anticipated by
the Chair to be discussed at the meeting.
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Mon Nov 9, 2026
Capital Committee
Capital Committee to discuss town and school capital expense requests
The Capital Committee will organize liaison assignments and review the format of its tracking spreadsheet. Members will discuss capital expense requests from town departments and schools, including updates from meetings with department heads.
- Organization of committee liaison assignments
- Review of capital expense spreadsheet format
- Discussion of town department capital requests
- Discussion of school capital requests
- Review of town budget updates related to capital requests
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Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, § 18-25
All meeting notices and agenda must be filed and time-stamped in
the Town Clerk’s Office and posted at least 48 hours prior to the
meeting (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays)
If posting is close to the 48 hour requirement, it MUST be
posted by 2:00 pm on Mondays-Thursdays and by 11:00 a.m. on Fridays
~ Email to townclerk@hamiltonma.gov ~
|Capital Committee
MeetingRoom Emergency Center Address 265 Bay Road, Hamilton, MA
Day | Monday pate [November 9, 2026 Time | 8 Flam Cpm
Date
10/13/26
AGENDA
Per Open Meeting Law, please list all topics that the Chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed at the meeting
Call to order
Organizing the Committee (liaison assignments and review of excel spread sheet format)
Discussing capital expenses of each department
Discussing meetings held between committee members and Department Heads to clarify requests
Discussing status of Town departments and school capital requests
‘Town budget updates as applicable to capital requests
Meetings with town officials may be added periodically for group discussions
Minutes review and approval
Adjourn
Tue Nov 10, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to review subdivision plans and a use change on Bay Road
The Planning Board will consider subdivision requests for the Patton Homestead property and 10 Meyer Lane. The board will also review a proposal to convert a residential unit at 191 Bay Road into a professional office. Additionally, members will discuss potential zoning amendments for the 2027 Annual Town Meeting.
- Subdivision of 650 Asbury Street (Patton Homestead) into a 3.1-acre lot and a 10.8-acre lot
- Definitive Subdivision Plan and Stormwater Management Permit for 10 Meyer Lane to create three residential parcels
- Change of use at 191 Bay Road to convert a first-floor residential unit to a professional office for Wells & Company Builders
- Discussion of 2027 Annual Town Meeting zoning amendments
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PLANNING BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 7: 00 pm
Hamilton Town Hall, 577 Bay Road, Hamilton, MA
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING. *NOTE: AS A COURTESY TO THE PUBLIC, ZOOM ACCESS WILL BE PROVIDED
VIA THE LINK BELOW. HOWEVER, THE MEETING WILL NOT BE TERMINATED IN THE EVENT THAT
TECHNOLOGICAL ISSUES DISRUPT THE ZOOM BROADCAST.
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1.
MINUTES FOR REVIEW/APPROVAL
a.
October 6, 2026
b. October 20, 2026
2. LAND USE APPLICATIONS:
a.
FORM A/ APPROVAL NOT REQUIRED (ANR) - The applicant and property owner,
Town of Hamilton, requests the Planning Board's endorsement of a plan to subdivide 650
Asbury Street (the Patton Homestead property), Assessor's Map 19, Lot 1, Zoned RA, to
create one new lot totaling 3 .1 acres where the Homestead and associated outbuildings are
located, with the remainder lot, made up largely of open space, to include 10.8 acres. Tabled
ft·om the Planning Board's October 20, 2026 meeting.
b. DEFINITIVE SUBDIVISION PLAN & STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT
(PUBLIC HEARING) - The applicant and property owner, North Shore Property Group,
LLC, is seeking approval of a Definitive Subdivision Plan and Stormwater Management
Permit to subdivide 10 Meyer Lane, Assessors Map 31, Lot 8, Zoned RA. The applicant
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Thu Oct 29, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to conduct site walk at 10 Meyer Lane
The Planning Board will hold an informational site walk on October 29, 2026. The visit relates to pending applications for a Stormwater Management Permit and a Definitive Subdivision Plan.
- Site walk at 10 Meyer Lane (Assessor’s Map 31, Lot 8)
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Notice of Planning Board Site Walk
The Hamilton Planning Board will hold a Site Walk on October 29, 2026 at 4 pm associated with
pending applications for a Definitive Subdivision Plan and a Stormwater Management Permit at
10 Meyer Lane, Assessor’s Map 31, Lot 8, zoned Residence-Agricultural (RA). The Town was
notified on October 26, 2026 that the owner was willing to make the Site Walk open to the public
and therefore members of the public are invited to participate. Please be aware that the site includes
rugged topography and dense vegetation and is likely not appropriate for those with disabilities or
mobility issues.
The Site Walk will be for informational purposes only and is not a public hearing. No
deliberations relative to the applications will take place and no public comments will be
accepted. Those participating must remain with the assembled group. The walk will begin
promptly at 4 pm in front of the existing residence at 10 Meyer Lane.
Mark Connors
Planning Director
Wed Oct 28, 2026
Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission to review four property development requests
The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four requests regarding construction and utility work near wetlands. The body will also discuss draft bylaw updates and the meeting schedule.
- Notice of Intent for a barn garage at 438 Asbury Street
- Notice of Intent for a 460-ft roadway and stormwater basin at 10 Meyer Lane
- Determination of Applicability for an attached screen porch at 103 Cutler Road
- Determination of Applicability for an underground utility trench at 211 Linden Street
- Discussion of draft bylaw updates
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TOWN OF HAMILTON
Conservation Commission
Town Offices at Patton Homestead
650 Asbury Street, Hamilton, MA 01982
P. O. Box 429
(978) 656-5247
https://www.hamiltonma.gov
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Public Meeting Notice
Hamilton Conservation Commission
Remote Meeting (ZOOM log-in access below)
Hamilton Conservation Commission Meeting 10.28.2026
Time: 10,28, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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CALL TO ORDER
The Chair convenes the meeting pending the establishment of a quorum. The following items
shall be addressed in order, subject to the discretion of the Chair and the Members.
PUBLIC MEETINGS AND HEARINGS
1.) Notice of Intent: MassDEP #172- 0666, 438 Asbury Street, Hamilton, MA.
Applicant: David Cutter
Project: Proposed construction of a barn garage at a single-family home. The
proposed work is located within the 100-foot Buffer-Zone to a Bordering Vegetated
Wetland.
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TOWN OF HAMILTON
Conservation Commission
Town Offices at Patton Homestead
650 Asbury Street, Hamilton, MA 01982
P. O. Box 429
(978) 656-5247
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Wed Oct 28, 2026
Finance and Advisory Committee
Finance Committee to review forecasts and prepare for April 2027 Town Meeting
The Finance and Advisory Committee will discuss financial reviews including free cash and capital forecasts. The body will also coordinate the calendar and member assignments for the April 2027 Annual Town Meeting warrant recommendations.
- Financial review of CPC capacity and forecast
- Review of free cash history and forecast
- Review of FY 2027 capital forecast
- Assignment of warrant articles for the Fin Com Book of Recommendations
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Town of Hamilton
Finance and Advisory Committee
Wednesday – October 28, 2026
7:00PM
Zoom Meeting (Not in person)
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• Call to Order
• Public Comment
• Finance Director Update
• Financial Review of Selected Topics:
o CPC - Capacity & Forecast
o Free Cash – History & Forecast
o Financial Decisions – Historical Review
o Capital Forecast – Prior year - (FY 2027)
• Annual Town Meeting – April 2027
o Calendar
o Warrant Articles – Fin Com Book of Recommendations Assignment to
FinCom Members
• Liaison Updates
• Approval of Minutes
• Other Business / Agenda Items for Next Meeting
• Adjourn
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Tue Oct 27, 2026
Historic District Commission / Historical Commission
Commission to review residential improvements at 625 Bay Road
The Historic District Commission will consider a certificate of appropriateness for exterior renovations at 625 Bay Road. The body will also discuss a proposed Dark Sky Lighting Bylaw and receive an update on Town Hall renovations.
- Application for improvements to 625 Bay Road including siding, trim, moulding, and porch work
- Discussion of proposed Dark Sky Lighting Bylaw with Hamilton-Wenham Dark Sky Committee
- Town Hall renovation update
- Review and approval of meeting minutes from April 22, 2025, May 26, 2026, and August 25, 2026
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TOWN OF HAMILTON
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
This meeting will be held electronically only. There will not be an in-person meeting.
Members of the public are invited to participate remotely by utilizing the Zoom or phone options
listed below.
Zoom Meeting Link:
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Webinar ID: 842 3783 3565
Dial-in audio: (929) 205-6099
1. Call to Order
2. Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to make a series of improvements
to a residential structure at 625 Bay Road, Assessor’s Map 49, Lot 16, including
the replacement of clapboard siding, trim, and moulding and window and door
casings, and improvements to a porch and other exterior features. The property
owners, Trevor and Heidi Hanson, are represented by Taproot Design Inc.
Application partially approved and partially continued from August 22, 2026
meeting.
3. Discussion of proposed Dark Sky Lighting Bylaw with Hamilton-Wenham Dark
Sky Committee
4. Town Hall renovation update
5. Review/approval of draft April 22, 2025, May 26, 2026 and August 25, 2026
meeting minutes
6. Other business as necessary
7. Adjournment
Sat Oct 24, 2026
Town Clerk
Town Clerk to test voting machines for November 3 State Election
The Town Clerk will conduct tabulator testing for voting machines. These machines are scheduled for use in the State Election on November 3, 2026.
- Tabulator testing for November 3, 2026 State Election voting machines
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All meeting notices and agenda must be filed and time-stamped in
the Town Clerk’s Office and posted at least 48 hours prior to the
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If posting is close to the 48 hour requirement, it MUST be
posted by 2:00 pm on Mondays-Thursdays and by 11:00 a.m. on Fridays
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Per Open Meeting Law, please list all topics that the Chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed at the meeting
The Town Clerk will conduct tabulator testing for voting machines to be used at the November 3, 2026
State Election.
Fri Oct 23, 2026
Select Board
Select Board to vote on Halloween street closures and Patton Park signage
The Hamilton Select Board will meet via Zoom to discuss and vote on two specific requests. These include a resident request regarding downtown street closures for Halloween and a request from the League of Women Voters.
- Resident request for closure of downtown streets during Halloween trick or treating
- League of Women Voters request to hang a sign on the Patton Park tennis court fence
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Meeting of
The Hamilton Select Board
Friday, October 23, 2026
8:30 a.m.
Via ZOOM only
AGENDA
Due to the nature of the meeting, this will be a virtual Zoom meeting only.
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Bill Olson,
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Rosemary
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Tom
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Benjamin
Galuza
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Lee
McCoy
*Consistent with the Select Board’s Public Comment Policy, the Select Board Chair will set aside up to ten
minutes during each marked agenda item, with no speaker being allowed to speak for up to three minutes,
to allow for public comment on that topic, with the goal of having up to a total of 30 minutes of additional
Public Comment during the Agenda portion of the meeting. Public Comment time does not include any time
allocated to invited guests, members of other boards and committees or staff members who have been
invited to speak to a particular issue.
8:30 a.m.
Call to Order – Roll Call Vote
AGENDA
• Review resident request for closure of downtown streets during Halloween
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Wed Oct 21, 2026
Human Rights Commission
Hamilton Human Rights Commission to draft land acknowledgement
The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss the drafting of a land acknowledgement and provide updates on the Welcome to Town initiative. The body will also review recent events including Public Safety Day and Indigenous People’s Day planning.
- Drafting of Land Acknowledgement
- Updates on Welcome to Town
- Review of Public Safety Day (Sept. 19th)
- Review of Indigenous People’s Day Planning (Oct. 12th)
- Introduction of Lisa Press
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Wednesday October 21, 2026 @ 5:00pm via Zoom
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1. Roll Call
2. Public Comment
3. Introduction of Lisa Press
4. Consent Agenda
○Meeting Minutes – September 16, 2026
5. Event Review
○Public Safety Day – Sept. 19th, 10am-2pm
○Indigenous People’s Day Planning – Oct. 12th
6. Drafting of Land Acknowledgement
7. Updates on Welcome to Town
8. New Business
9. Adjourn
Items may be heard out of the listed order. The agenda items listed are those items which were reasonably
anticipated by the Chair to be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed on the agenda may in fact be discussed
and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.
The Hamilton Human Rights Commission invites members of the public to its meetings. We set aside time
at the beginning of each meeting for the public to address us, and we appreciate the thoughts and
feedback we receive from the community. Because of our obligations under the Open Meetings Law, all
RECEIVED BY TOWN CLERK: 10/9/26 @ 8:30 AM
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Tue Oct 20, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to hold public hearing on 10 Meyer Lane subdivision
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a land use application for 10 Meyer Lane. The applicant proposes to subdivide one existing residential parcel into three parcels.
- Public hearing for Definitive Subdivision Plan and Stormwater Management Permit at 10 Meyer Lane (Assessors Map 31, Lot 8)
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TOWN OF HAMILTON
PLANNING BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 7:00 pm
Hamilton-Wenham Library, 14 Union Street, Hamilton, MA
Agenda revised September 30, 2026
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1. LAND USE APPLICATIONS:
a. DEFINITIVE SUBDIVISION PLAN & STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT
(PUBLIC HEARING) – The applicant and property owner, North Shore Property Group,
LLC, is seeking approval of a Definitive Subdivision Plan and Stormwater Management
Permit to subdivide 10 Meyer Lane, Assessors Map 31, Lot 8, Zoned RA. The applicant
proposes to construct a new private street and associated improvements to create three
residential parcels where one currently exists.
2. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Oct 20, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to hold public hearing on 10 Meyer Lane subdivision
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a land use application for 10 Meyer Lane. The board will consider a proposal to subdivide one existing residential parcel into three parcels.
- Public hearing for Definitive Subdivision Plan and Stormwater Management Permit at 10 Meyer Lane (Assessors Map 31, Lot 8)
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TOWN OF HAMILTON
PLANNING BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 7:00 pm
Hamilton-Wenham Library, 14 Union Street, Hamilton, MA
Agenda revised September 30, 2026
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING. *NOTE: AS A COURTESY TO THE PUBLIC, ZOOM ACCESS WILL BE PROVIDED
VIA THE LINK BELOW. HOWEVER, THE MEETING WILL NOT BE TERMINATED IN THE EVENT THAT
TECHNOLOGICAL ISSUES DISRUPT THE ZOOM BROADCAST.
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1. LAND USE APPLICATIONS:
a. DEFINITIVE SUBDIVISION PLAN & STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT
(PUBLIC HEARING) – The applicant and property owner, North Shore Property Group,
LLC, is seeking approval of a Definitive Subdivision Plan and Stormwater Management
Permit to subdivide 10 Meyer Lane, Assessors Map 31, Lot 8, Zoned RA. The applicant
proposes to construct a new private street and associated improvements to create three
residential parcels where one currently exists.
2. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Oct 20, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to review subdivision plans for Asbury Street and Meyer Lane
The Planning Board will consider two land use applications regarding property subdivisions. The board will also discuss potential zoning amendment definitions for the 2027 Annual Town Meeting.
- Endorsement of a plan to subdivide 650 Asbury Street into a 3.1-acre lot and a 10.8-acre lot
- Public hearing for a Definitive Subdivision Plan and Stormwater Management Permit at 10 Meyer Lane to create three residential parcels
- Discussion of 2027 Annual Town Meeting zoning amendments regarding Section 11: Definitions
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TOWN OF HAMILTON
PLANNING BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 7:00 pm
Hamilton-Wenham Library, 14 Union Street, Hamilton, MA
Agenda revised October 16, 2026
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1. LAND USE APPLICATIONS:
a. FORM A / APPROVAL NOT REQUIRED (ANR) – The applicant and property owner,
Town of Hamilton, requests the Planning Board’s endorsement of a plan to subdivide 650
Asbury Street (the Patton Homestead property), Assessor’s Map 19, Lot 1, Zoned RA, to
create one new lot totaling 3.1 acres where the Homestead and associated outbuildings are
located, with the remainder lot, made up largely of open space, to include 10.8 acres.
b. DEFINITIVE SUBDIVISION PLAN & STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT
(PUBLIC HEARING) – The applicant and property owner, North Shore Property Group,
LLC, is seeking approval of a Definitive Subdivision Plan and Stormwater Management
Permit to subdivide 10 Meyer Lane, Assessors Map 31, Lot 8, Zoned RA. The applicant
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Mon Oct 19, 2026
Select Board
Hamilton Select Board meeting scheduled for October 19, 2026
The provided agenda consists of a reference to a meeting packet. No specific discussion items, decisions, or proposals are listed in the provided text.
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1. Select Board Meeting Packet
Documents:
2026_10_19 SELECT BOARD MEETING PACKET.PDF
Mon Oct 19, 2026
Select Board
Select Board to vote on November 3 State Election ballot
The Select Board will meet virtually to approve the November 3, 2026 State Election ballot and appoint members to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Environmental Impact Committee. The board will also discuss FY2026 and FY2027 one-time revenues and 2027 capital and financial needs.
- Approval of the Election Warrant for the November 3, 2026 State Election ballot
- Appointment of Bill Bowler to the Zoning Board of Appeals
- Appointment of Lauren Lynch to the Hamilton Environmental Impact Committee
- Request to close downtown streets for Halloween trick or treating
- Request from League of Women Voters to hang a sign on the Patton Park tennis court fence
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Meeting of
The Hamilton Select Board
Monday, October 19, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Via ZOOM only
AMENDED AGENDA
Due to the on-going move back to Town Hall
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Call to Order – Roll Call Vote
Board and Committee openings:
• Affordable Housing Trust – 1 opening (3 year term)
• Community Preservation Committee – 2 openings, 1 opening for member
of Historic District Commission and 1 opening for an at-large member
• Hamilton Housing Authority Board (State Appointee – 1 opening
• Hamilton Environmental Impact Committee – 1 opening (3 year term)
• Historic District Commission - 2 openings for 3-year terms, 2 openings
for 2-year terms (one must be a resident of the Historic District and one
must be a resident Realtor)
• Human Rights Commission – 2 at-large openings (3 year term)
• Zoning Board of Appeals – 1 opening (3 year t …
Mon Oct 19, 2026
Hamilton-Wenham Recreation Board
Hamilton-Wenham Recreation Board to discuss park projects and rental fees
The board will receive updates on renovation projects at Patton Park and Pingree Park. Members will also discuss rental fees for the HW Recreation Center and plans for Pumpkin Fest 2026.
- Patton Park Gazebo Renovation Project update
- Pingree Park Tennis Court Area Project discussion and update
- HW Recreation Center rental fee discussion
- Pumpkin Fest 2026 planning
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MEETING NOTICE TORN TES STP
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Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, § 1 8-25
All meeting notices and agenda must be filed and time stamped in 2026 OCT | 5 PH 12: 58
the Town Clerk's Office and posted at least 48 hours prior to the
meeting (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays)
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or Authorized Person Sean Timmons
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Please list below the topics the chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed at the meeting.
1. Public Comment
2. Approve Minutes from 9.21 26
4. Patton Park Gazebo Renovation Project Update
5. Pingree Park Tennis Court Area Project: Discussion and Update
6. HW Recreation Center Rental Fee Discussion
7. Pumpkin Fest 2026
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Thu Oct 15, 2026
Human Rights Commission
Human Rights Commission to discuss Land Acknowledgement draft
The Hamilton Human Rights Commission Sub-Committee will meet to discuss and draft a Land Acknowledgement. The meeting includes a designated time for public comment.
- Discussion and draft of Land Acknowledgement
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Hamilton Human Rights Commission-Sub Committee
Agenda
Thursday, October 15, 2026 @ 6:30pm
Hamilton Wenham Public Library
Local History Room-2nd Floor
14 Union Street
South Hamilton, MA 01982
1; Discussion and draft of Land Acknowledgement
Items may be heard out of the listed order. The agenda items listed are those items which were reasonably
anticipated by the Chair to be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed on the agenda may in fact be discussed
and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.
The Hamilton Human Rights Commission invites members of the public to its meetings. We set aside time
at the beginning of each meeting for the public to address us, and we appreciate the thoughts and
feedback we receive from the community. Because of our obligations under the Open Meetings Law, all
of the work of the Commission can only be done when we are together in our public meetings. For this
reason, we cannot respond to the public comments we receive in real time, and we must limit the public
comment to a defined time on our meeting agenda.
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Wed Oct 14, 2026
Finance and Advisory Committee
Finance and Advisory Committee to review FY 2028 budget goals
The committee will discuss updates from the Finance Director and review topics from a recent Select Board meeting. The agenda includes a review and vote on organization-wide goals for the FY 2028 budget.
- Review and vote on FY 2028 Budget Organization-Wide Goals
- Discussion of potential Annual Town Meeting (ATM) Warrant Articles
- Review of Capital Stabilization Fund
- Review of OPEB Trust Fund
- Updates regarding HWRSD Regional Agreement and Quintuple Board meetings
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Town of Hamilton
Finance and Advisory Committee
Wednesday – October 14, 2026
7:00PM
Zoom Meeting (Not in person)
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• Call to Order
• Public Comment
• Finance Director Update
• Select Board Meeting (10/5) – Review Topics:
o 1) CPC Annual Report 2) Communications 3) 2026 / 2027 - Goals 4) “The Road Ahead”
o 5) “Organization-Wide Goals” – FY 2028 Budget – Review & Vote
o 6) Potential ATM Warrant Articles
• Capital Stabilization Fund
• OPEB Trust Fund
• Liaison Updates
o HWRSD / Hamilton / Wenham – Quintuple Board (Chairs ) Meeting (10/14)
o HWRSD – Regional Agreement Meeting (10/14)
o Other Updates
• Approval of Minutes
• Other Business / Agenda Items for Next Meeting
• Adjourn
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Tue Oct 13, 2026
Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition
Health coalition to discuss kratom, radon testing, and beach testing
The Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition will meet to discuss several public health topics. The board will review mental health and opioid abatement business and consider the use of PHE funds for the Recreation Department.
- Discussion on Kratom
- Well Project and Radon Testing discussion
- GMGI Beach Testing
- Proposal to use PHE Funds for Recreation Department
- Review of Opioid Abatement Focus Group
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attendance and participation are offered, it is a courtesy to stay informed; the meeting will not
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unless required by law. Members of the public with a specific interest in any agenda item
should plan to attend in person.
Advisory Board Agenda – Meeting #
Date: Tuesday, October 13th, 2026
Time: 9:00am
Location (In-Person): Essex Town Hall Auditorium, 30 Martin St, 3rd Floor, Essex, MA 01929
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Agenda:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call, confirm quorum
3. Chair Announcements
a. Recording Notice (audio/video)
4. Public Comment Period for Non-Members
5. Approval of Minutes, if applicable
a. Review and vote to approve minutes of:
i. (9/15/2026) Meeting #23
6. Revisit Previous Business
a. Recap of Mental Health First Aid
b. Opioid Abatement Focus Group
7. Scheduled Agenda Items
a. Kratom
b. Well Project
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Tue Oct 13, 2026
Board of Assessors
Board of Assessors to review tax abatements and PILOT valuation
The Board of Assessors will meet to approve previous minutes and sign reports regarding motor vehicle excise tax abatements and commitment warrants. The board will also review Notice of Action letters for FY28 and the Manchester PILOT valuation.
- Motor vehicle excise tax abatement report for August and September 2026
- Motor vehicle 2026-04 commitment warrant
- Notice of Action letters for FY28
- Manchester PILOT valuation
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MEETING NOTICE TOWN GLERKSSTAME 1
TOWN OF HAMILTON HAMILTON, MA
2026 OCT -7 PH & 25
Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, § 18-25
All meeting notices and agenda must be filed and time-stamped in
the Town Clerk’s Office and posted at least 48 hours prior to the
meeting (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays)
If posting is close to the 48 hour requirement, it MUST be
posted by 2:00 pm on Mondays-Thursdays and by 11:00 a.m. on Fridays
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AGENDA
Per Open Meeting Law, please list all topics that the Chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed at the meeting
Review and approve August 4, 2026, BOA minutes
Review and sign motor vehicle excise tax abatement report for August and September 2026
Review and sign motor vehicle 2026-04 commitment warrant
Review and sign Notice of Action letters for FY28
New and Old Business not anticipated
Manchester PILOT valuation
Tue Oct 13, 2026
Board of Health
Board of Health to consider license suspensions for two tobacco vendors
The Hamilton Board of Health will review reports from the Health Director and discuss a grant update regarding kratom enforcement. The board will also vote on whether to suspend the licenses of two tobacco vendors found in non-compliance.
- Vote on license suspension for A&M Convenience (203 Highland St.)
- Vote on license suspension for Community Package Store (45 Bay Road)
- Update on EERPHC PHE Grant and kratom enforcement
- Update on septic loans
- Update on Chebacco Lake letter of support
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Agenda
Hamilton Board of Health Meeting 10/13/26
5PM at the Hamilton Senior Center, 299 Bay Rd.
1. Review DRAFT Minutes of September 8, 2026 Board meeting
2. Update on the EERPHC PHE Grant and the recent Advisory Board meeting
a. Kratom Enforcement
3. Health Director’s Report:
a. In-ground Sewage Disposal Report
b. Public Health Nurse’s Report
c. Animal Health Inspector’s Report
d. Food Protection Report
e. Housing Report
f. Children’s Sports Camps
g. Tobacco Control – Vote to suspend license of vendors found in non-
compliance or take any other action. Vendors include: A&M Convenience 203
Highland St. and Community Package Store 45 Bay Road
4. New Business/Updates
a. Septic Loan Update
b. Chebacco Lake Letter of Support Update
5. Adjourn
Thu Oct 8, 2026
Council on Aging
Hamilton Council on Aging to meet October 8, 2026
The Council on Aging will meet to review the Director's report and approve minutes from September 2026. The agenda includes time for public queries, new business, and old business.
- Approval of September 2026 minutes
- Director's Report
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Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, § 18-25
All meeting notices and agenda must be filed and time-stamped in
the Town Clerk’s Office and posted at least 48 hours prior to the
meeting (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays)
If posting is close to the 48 hour requirement, it MUST be
posted by 2:00 pm on Mondays-Thursdays and by 11:00 a.m. on Fridays
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Per Open Meeting Law, please list all topics that the Chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed at the meeting
Open Meeting
Role Call
Public Query
Approval of Minutes from September 2026
Director's Report
New Business
Old Business
Close Meeting
Tue Oct 6, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to discuss 2026-2027 priorities and zoning amendments
The Planning Board will hold a workshop to discuss priorities for 2026-2027 and prioritize potential amendments for Spring 2027. This is a workshop meeting where no public comments will be accepted.
- Discussion of zoning changes for Non-conforming Uses and Structures, Town Center District Nonconformities, and the Zoning Board of Appeals
- Review of Section 11 Definitions
- Discussion of Groundwater Protection Overlay District (Section 9.1)
- Review of Dark Sky By-law/Guidelines
- Discussion of Town Center District design, public space, and site dimensional standards
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TOWN OF HAMILTON
PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP AGENDA
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 7:00 pm
Hamilton Council on Aging, 299 Bay Road, Hamilton, MA
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING. *NOTE: AS A COURTESY TO THE PUBLIC, ZOOM ACCESS WILL BE PROVIDED
VIA THE LINK BELOW. HOWEVER, THE MEETING WILL NOT BE TERMINATED IN THE EVENT THAT
TECHNOLOGICAL ISSUES DISRUPT THE ZOOM BROADCAST.
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Webinar ID: 827 0591 4486 Dial-in: (929) 205-6099
This is a Planning Board Workshop. The workshop is open to the public,
however no public comments will be accepted.
1. PLANNING MINUTES FOR REVIEW / APPROVAL:
a. September 22, 2026
2. OTHER BUSINESS:
a. Discussion of Planning Board priorities for 2026-2027, and prioritization of potential
amendments in Spring 2027
i. Zoning changes necessitated by recent/pending state legislative changes (Section 5.0 Non-
conforming Uses and Structures, Section 9.8.4 Town Center District Nonconformities, and
Section 10.3 Zoning Board of Appeals)
ii. Section 11, Definitions
iii. Groundwater Protection Overlay District (Section 9.1)
iv. Dark Sky By-law/Guidelines
v. Amendments/consolidation of Open Space and Farmland Preservation Development
(Section 8.1) and Estate Overlay District (Section 9.4)
vi. Town Center District – Design Guidelines, Public Space Standards, Site Dimensional
Standards
vii. Section 6.1 Off Street Parking and Loading Areas
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Mon Oct 5, 2026
Select Board
Select Board to adopt 2026-27 goals and FY2028 budget guidance
The Select Board will vote on goals for the board and Town Manager for 2026-27 and budget goals for FY2028. The meeting includes a presentation on long-term strategic planning and a review of expected articles for the April 2027 Annual Town Meeting.
- Vote to adopt 2026-27 Select Board and Town Manager Goals
- Vote to adopt FY2028 GFOA Budget goals
- Appointment of Noah Dellisanti as Student Representative to the Human Rights Commission
- Acceptance of a $25 donation to the Hamilton Fire Department gift account
- Request to purchase four additional cemetery plots by Jacqueline Hodge
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Not all items listed on the agenda may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.
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Meeting of
The Hamilton Select Board
Monday, October 5, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Hamilton Wenham Public Library
The Meeting Room
14 Union St. Hamilton, MA
AGENDA
This is an in-person meeting. Zoom is offered as a convenience for our residents, but if
technical issues prevent zoom from operating, the meeting will continue as planned. The
meeting will also be taped by HWCam and will be available through HWCam and its YouTube
channel after the meeting.
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Bill Olson,
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Rosemary
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Tom
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Benjamin
Galuza
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Lee
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7:00 p.m.
Call to Order – Roll Call Vote
Board and Committee openings:
• Affordable Housing Trust – 1 opening (3 year term)
• Community Preservation Committee – 2 openings, 1 opening for member
of Historic District Commission and 1 opening for an at-large member
• Hamilton Environmental Impact Committee – 1 opening (3 year term)
• Historic District Commission - 2 openings for 3-year terms, 2 openings
for 2-year terms (one must be a resident of the Historic District and one
must be a …
Mon Oct 5, 2026
Community Preservation Committee
Community Preservation Committee to hold annual public information meeting
The Community Preservation Committee and the Select Board will hold a joint meeting. The primary purpose of the session is to deliver an annual public information presentation.
- Annual public information meeting presentation
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Received by Town Clerk 9/30/2026 @ 1:04 pm
Town of Hamilton
Community Preservation Committee
Joint Meeting with Hamilton Select Board
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:00pm
Hamilton Wenham Public Library Meeting Room
14 Union St. Hamilton, MA
(see Select Board agenda for zoom link)
Agenda
7:00 pm:
• Call to order and roll call
• Annual public information meeting presentation
• Adjournment roll call
Items may be heard out of the listed order. The agenda items listed are those items which were reasonably
anticipated by the Chair to be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed on the agenda may in fact be discussed
and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.
Mon Sep 28, 2026
Select Board
Select Board to review 2028 budget and set town manager goals
The Hamilton Select Board will discuss long-term strategic planning and the 2028 budget. The board is also scheduled to vote on cemetery plot policies and board appointments.
- Adopt revised Cemetery Purchase of Plots Policy
- Review 2028 Budget and 2027 ATM Calendar
- Adopt 2026-27 Select Board and Town Manager Goals
- Adopt FY2028 GFOA Budget goals as guidance to town staff
- Appoint Victoria Duggan to the Conservation Commission
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Items may be heard out of the listed order. The agenda items listed are those items which were reasonably anticipated by the Chair to be discussed at the meeting.
Not all items listed on the agenda may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.
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Meeting of
The Hamilton Select Board
Monday, September 28, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Hamilton-Wenham Public Library
The Meeting Room
14 Union St., Hamilton
AGENDA
This is an in-person meeting. Zoom is offered as a convenience for our residents, but if
technical issues prevent zoom from operating, the meeting will continue as planned. The
meeting will also be taped by HWCam and will be available through HWCam and its YouTube
channel after the meeting.
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Rosemary
Kennedy
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Tom
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Benjamin
Galuza
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Lee
McCoy
7:00 p.m.
Call to Order – Roll Call Vote
Board and Committee openings:
• Affordable Housing Trust – 1 opening (3 year term)
• Community Preservation Committee – 2 openings, 1 opening for member
of Historic District Commission and 1 opening for an at-large member
• Conservation Commission …
Wed Sep 23, 2026
Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission to review projects at Asbury Street and Highland Street
The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding two property projects. The body will also discuss draft bylaw updates.
- Notice of Intent for a barn garage at 438 Asbury Street
- Request for Determination of Applicability for a generator and propane tanks at 956 Highland Street
- Discussion of draft bylaw updates
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TOWN OF HAMILTON
Conservation Commission
Town Offices at Patton Homestead
650 Asbury Street, Hamilton, MA 01982
P. O. Box 429
(978) 656-5247
https://www.hamiltonma.gov
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Public Meeting Notice
Hamilton Conservation Commission
Remote Meeting (ZOOM log-in access below)
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Hamilton Conservation Commission Meeting 9.23.2026
Time: Sep 23, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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September 23rd ,2026 -7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The Chair convenes the meeting pending the establishment of a quorum. The following items
shall be addressed in order, subject to the discretion of the Chair and the Members.
TOWN OF HAMILTON
Conservation Commission
Town Offices at Patton Homestead
650 Asbury Street, Hamilton, MA 01982
P. O. Box 429
(978) 656-5247
https://www.hamiltonma.gov
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PUBLIC MEETINGS AND HEARINGS
1.) Notice of Intent: MassDEP #172- 0666, 438 Asbury Street, Hamilton, MA.
Applicant: David Cutter
Project: Proposed construction of a barn garage at a single-family home. The
proposed work is located within the 100-foot Buffer-Zone to a Bordering Vegeta …
Tue Sep 22, 2026
Historic District Commission / Historical Commission
Commission to review application for 625 Bay Road
The Historic District Commission and Historical Commission will meet to review an application for a certificate regarding 625 Bay Road. The body will also review draft meeting minutes from May and August 2026.
- Application for Certificate: 625 Bay Road
- Review of May 2026 meeting minutes
- Review of August 2026 meeting minutes
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Agenda (PDF)
625 Bay Road Application for Certificate (PDF)
Draft May and August 2026 Meeting Minutes for Review/Approval (PDF)
Tue Sep 22, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to review zoning bylaw revisions and parking regulations
The Planning Board is reviewing preliminary revisions to Zoning Bylaw Sections 5, 10.3, and 11. The meeting includes discussions on parking regulation revisions and accessory dwelling unit regulations.
- Preliminary revisions to Zoning Bylaw Section 5
- Preliminary revisions to Zoning Bylaw Section 10.3
- Preliminary revisions to Zoning Bylaw Section 11 Definitions
- Proposed revisions to parking regulations
- Review of Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations
zoningparkinghousingbylaws
✓ Decided: Hamilton Planning Board approves past minutes and discusses 2026-2027 priorities.
The Hamilton Planning Board voted to approve minutes from August 18 and September 15, 2026, as amended. The Board also discussed planning priorities for 2026-2027, including state-mandated zoning changes, definitions, groundwater protection, parking regulations, and a potential joint meeting with the Select Board. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn at approximately 8:35 PM.
- Approved August 18, 2026, and September 15, 2026 meeting minutes as amended
- Agreed to forward proposed state-mandated zoning changes to Town Counsel for review
- Agreed to prioritize Master Plan implementation for a potential joint meeting with the Select Board in November 2026
- Voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at approximately 8:35 PM
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Agenda (PDF)
August 18, 2026 Draft Minutes for Review/Approval (PDF)
September 15, 2026 Draft Minutes for Review/Approval (PDF)
Reference: Amended State Variance Criteria (EXTERNAL LINK)
Zoning Bylaw Section 5 Preliminary Revisions (PDF)
Zoning Bylaw Section 10.3 Preliminary Revisions (PDF)
Zoning Bylaw Section 11 Definitions Existing (PDF)
Zoning Bylaw Section 11 Definitions Preliminary Revisions (PDF)
Draft Town Center Zoning Checklist (PDF)
Conservation Subdivision Design Development Review Matrix (PDF)
Conservation and Estate Subdivision Presentation (PDF)
Parking Requirements Staff Memorandum (PDF)
Proposed Revisions to Parking Regulations (PDF)
Recently Permitted Accessory Dwelling Units Staff Memorandum (PDF)
Recently Permitted Accessory Dwelling Units Map & Photos (PDF)
Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities Accessory Dwelling Unit
Regulations (EXTERNAL LINK)
General Code Proposal (PDF)
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Town of Hamilton
Planning Board
Meeting Minutes of September 22, 2026
Pursuant to the Open Meeting Law, MGL Chapter 30 A, §§ 18-25, written notice posted by the Town Clerk deliveted to all
Planning Board members, a meeting of the Hamilton Planning Board was posted for September 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM. This
meeting was held via Zoom. A Zoom link was provided as a convenience for the public.
The Planning Board has seven members elected to three-year tetms with one, two, ot three seats up for election each year. The
Planning Board typically meets the first and thitd Tuesday evening at 7:00 PM. Planning Board members: Matnie Crouch, Chait,
2029; Jonathan Poote, 2027; Matt Hamel, 2029; Darcy Dale, 2027; Emil Dahlquist, Clerk, 2028; William Wheaton, 2028; Beth
Herr, 2028; Associates: Valyri Peck, 2029 & Jeff Austin, 2027.
Call to order: With a quorum present, M. Crouch called the Planning Board meeting to order at 7:02 PM, identified the meeting was being recorded
and those present: WM. Crouch, J. Poore, E. Dahlquist., W. Wheaton, J. Austin, and V. Peck. M. Hamel attived late. Not present: D.
Dale, B. Herr. Others present: Mark Connors, Director of Planning.
Agenda:
1. PLANNING MINUTES FOR REVIEW / APPROVAL
a) August 18, 2026
b) September 15, 2026
Vote: The Board voted via roll call vote to approve August 18, 2026, and September 15, 2026, minutes as amended.
2. OTHER BUSINESS:
a. Discussion of Planning Board priorities for 2026-2027, & prioritization of potential amendments in …
Tue Sep 15, 2026
Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition
Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition to discuss budget and member changes
The Advisory Board will meet to discuss budget and spending ideas and receive updates on the Well Project and workplan progress. The board is also scheduled to address voting member changes for Hamilton and Rockport.
- Hamilton voting member changes
- Rockport voting member changes
- Budget and spending ideas
- Epidemiologist Update regarding the Well Project
- Workplan progress updates on Opioid Abatement, MHFA, and CHEI
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✓ Decided: Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition approves new SOPs
The Board approved the final draft of the Standard Operating Procedures and the minutes from the August 18, 2026, meeting. Members also discussed potential future funding for a well inventory project and public water or radon testing vouchers. Additionally, the Board formalized Melinda Vining as a voting member for Hamilton.
- Approved August 18, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved final draft of Standard Operating Procedures (unanimous)
- Confirmed Melinda Vining as Hamilton voting member
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meeting via a two-way video call, with the option to show themselves on video or not, or join
using the one-tap mobile link for two-way audio only. Please note that when remote
attendance and participation are offered, it is a courtesy to stay informed; the meeting will not
be suspended or ended if technical issues disrupt the virtual broadcast or affect its quality,
unless required by law. Members of the public with a specific interest in any agenda item
should plan to attend in person.
RECEIVED BY TOWN CLERK: 9/10/26 @ 8:53 AM
Advisory Board Agenda – Meeting #23
Date: Tuesday, September 15th, 2026
Time: 9:00am
Location (In-Person): Essex Town Hall Auditorium, 30 Martin St, 3rd Floor, Essex, MA 01929
Public Access (Remote)*:
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Agenda:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call, confirm quorum
3. Chair Announcements
a. Recording Notice (audio/video)
4. Public Comment Period for Non-Members
5. Hamilton voting member changes
6. Approval of Minutes, if applicable
a. Review and vote to approve minutes of:
i. (8/18/2026) Meeting #22
7. Revisit Previous Business (5 Minutes)
a. Rockport voting member changes
b. SOPs
c. Smartsheet
8. Scheduled Agenda Items
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9.15.26
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Advisory Board Minutes - Meeting 23
Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Essex Town Hall, 30 Martin St, Essex, MA 01929
Regional Public Health Team:
Sophia Stasiuk, Regional Shared Services Coordinator
Jessie Palm, Regional Social Worker
Sam Swartz, Regional Epidemiologist
Primary Voting Members:
Barbara McCarthy, Chair, Rockport BOH
Andrew Ting, Co-Chair, Wenham BOH
Melinda Vining, Hamilton Director of Health and
Human Services
Erin Kirchner, Essex BOH
Alternate Members:
Peter Mirandi, Hamilton Health Director
Ray Cahill, Rockport Health Director
Kerrin Nixon, Essex Administrative Clerk
Joseph Pessimato, Wenham Assistant Town Manager
Non-members:
Carolyn MacPherson, Rockport Health Agent
Agenda:
1. Call to order- Chair McCarthy called the meeting to order.
2. Attendance / Roll Call:
The new Health Agent from Rockport introduced herself.
Present: B.McCarthy; S.Stasiuk, S.Swartz, J. Palm, E. Kirchner, M.Vining, P. Mirandi, K.Nixon, R.Cahill
Absent: A.Ting, J.Pessimato
Other attendees: Steven Casey and Terry Kennedy from the Northeast Training Hub
3. Chair Announcements
a. Recording Notice (audio/video) - This meeting was recorded.
4. Public Comment – There was none.
5. Hamilton Voting Member Changes –At the last meeting, David Smith of Hamilton resigned from the Board and
nominated M. Vining to fill his vacant seat as a full voting member. Chair McCarthy thanked …
Tue Sep 15, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to discuss 2026-2027 priorities and zoning amendments
The Planning Board will discuss its priorities for 2026-2027 and prioritize potential amendments for Spring 2027. The board will also consider a potential General Code Bylaw project.
- Zoning changes for Non-conforming Uses and Structures, Town Center District Nonconformities, and Zoning Board of Appeals
- Groundwater Protection Overlay District (Section 9.1)
- Dark Sky By-law/Guidelines
- ADU Design Guidelines
- Town Center District Design Guidelines, Public Space Standards, and Site Dimensional Standards Application Checklist
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✓ Decided: Planning Board meeting cancelled due to a meeting room conflict
The Hamilton Planning Board meeting scheduled for September 15, 2026, could not go forward due to a meeting room conflict. A quorum was present to call the meeting to order, but no substantive decisions were made. The board voted unanimously by roll call to adjourn at approximately 7:12 PM.
- Voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting (7-12-2026)
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TOWN OF HAMILTON
PLANNING BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 7:00 pm
Hamilton-Wenham Library, Large Meeting Room, 14 Union Street, Hamilton, MA
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON MEETING. *NOTE: AS A COURTESY TO THE PUBLIC, ZOOM ACCESS WILL BE PROVIDED
VIA THE LINK BELOW. HOWEVER, THE MEETING WILL NOT BE TERMINATED IN THE EVENT THAT
TECHNOLOGICAL ISSUES DISRUPT THE ZOOM BROADCAST.
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1. PLANNING MINUTES FOR REVIEW / APPROVAL:
a. August 18. 2026
2. OTHER BUSINESS:
a. Discussion of Planning Board priorities for 2026-2027, and prioritization of potential
amendments in Spring 2027
i. Zoning changes necessitated by recent/pending state legislative changes (Section 5.0 Non-
conforming Uses and Structures, Section 9.8.4 Town Center District Nonconformities, and
Section 10.3 Zoning Board of Appeals)
ii. Section 11, Definitions
iii. Groundwater Protection Overlay District (Section 9.1)
iv. Dark Sky By-law/Guidelines
v. ADU Design Guidelines
vi. Amendments/consolidation of Open Space and Farmland Preservation Development
(Section 8.1) and Estate Overlay District (Section 9.4)
vii. Town Center District – Design Guidelines, Public Space Standards, Site Dimens …
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Town of Hamilton
Planning Board
Meeting Minutes of September 15, 2026
Pursuant to the Open Meeting Law, MGL Chapter 30 A, §§ 18-25, written notice posted by the Town Clerk delivered to all
Planning Board membets, a meeting of the Hamilton Planning Board was posted for September 15, 2026, at 7:00 PM. This
meeting was held in front of the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union St and on Zoom as a convenience for the public.
The Planning Board has seven members elected to three-year terms with two or three seats up for election each year. The
Planning Board typically meets the first and third Tuesday evening at 7:00 PM. Planning Board members: Marnie Crouch, Chait,
2029; Jonathan Poore, 2027; Matt Hamel, 2029; Darcy Dale, 2027; Emil Dahlquist, Clerk, 2028; William Wheaton, 2028; Beth
Hert, 2028; Associates: Valyri Peck, 2029 & Jeff Austin, 2027.
Call to ordes: With a quorum present, M. Crouch called the Planning Board meeting to order at 7:08 PM, identified the meeting was being recorded
and those present: M. Crouch, J. Poore, E. Dahlquist, B. Herr, W. Wheaton, J. Austin. Not present: V. Peck, D. Dale, and M. Hamel.
Othets present: Mark Connors, Director of Planning.
Chair Crouch announced that unfortunately there was a conflict with the proposed meeting room so the Board could not meet
and the meeting would not go forward.
The Planning Board voted unanimously by roll call to adjourn at approximately 7:12 PM.
Respectfully submitted by Mark Connors, 9/18/26. - . 2
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Mon Sep 14, 2026
Select Board
Hamilton Select Board meeting scheduled for September 14, 2026
The provided agenda consists of procedural references to meeting materials. No specific discussion items, votes, or proposals are listed in the provided text.
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1. Select Board Regular Meeting Materials
Documents:
2026_09_14 SELECT BOARD AGENDA.PDF
2026_09_14 SELECT BOARD MEETING PACKET AMENDED.PDF
Thu Sep 10, 2026
Council on Aging
Hamilton Council on Aging to discuss equipment rollouts and upcoming trips
The Council on Aging will meet to review the Director's Report and approve minutes from August 2026. The body will discuss the rollout of trash barrels and air conditioners, as well as upcoming trips.
- Trash barrel roll out
- Air conditioner roll out
- Upcoming trips
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MEETING NOTICE
TOWN OF HAMILTON
Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, § 18-25
All meeting notices and agenda must be filed and time-stamped in
the Town Clerk’s Office and posted at least 48 hours prior to the
meeting (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays)
If posting is close to the 48 hour requirement, it MUST be
posted by 2:00 pm on Mondays-Thursdays and by 11:00 a.m. on Fridays
~ Email to townclerk@hamiltonma.gov ~
Committee or = - -
Governing Body [Hamilfon Council on Aging
Meeting Location Meeting Room Council on Aging Address 299 Bay Road
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Per Open Meeting Law, please list all topics that the Chair reasonably anticipates will be discussed at the meeting
Open Meeting
Role Call
Public Query
Approval of Minutes from August 2026
New business
~ Director's Report
Old Business
- Trash barrel roll out
- Air conditioner roll out
- Upcoming trips
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