Pittsfield, MA
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PittsfieldMA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $313,325 +1.2% yr/yr · +34.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (63)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Airport Commission
- Edward Kirchner — Commissioner
- Jay Green — Commissioner
- Matt Talis — Commissioner
- Michael Mah — Commissioner
- Thomas Hardy — Commissioner
- Thomas Sakshaug
Who’s on the Board of Health
- Roberta Elliott
Who’s on the City Council
- Amuso — Councilmember
- Warren — Councilmember
- White — Councilmember
- Cunningham
- Karen
- Paul Procopio
- Richard Bakker
- Yuki Cohen
Who’s on the Commission on Disabilities
- Amanda McGregor
- Amy Chapman
- Bev Grady
- Brandon Gill
- Catherine Carchedi
- Jeff Clemons
- June Hailer
- Michael Taylor
- Pat Sheely
- Phil Massery
- Ryan O’Neil
- Tim Croce
- Valarie Pease
Who’s on the Community Development Board
- Alexa Icenia
- Floriana FitzGerald
- Gary Levante
- Libby Herland
- Matthew Herzberg
- Sheila Irvin
Who’s on the Community Preservation Committee
- Alexandra Groff
- Carol Nichols
- Carrie Wright
- Danielle Steinmann
- David Pill
- Franz Forster
- Paula Albro
- Victoria Edwards
Who’s on the Homelessness Advisory Committee
- Chris Haley
- Eileen Peltier
- Erin Forbush
- Heather Roy
- Hilary Houldsworth
- Jennifer Stokes
- Justine Dodds
- Karen Ryan
- Katelynn Miner
- Kim Borden
- Matt Killeen
- Matthew Buckley
- Michael McMahon
- Patrick Kavey
Who’s on the Public Works Committee
- Conant — Councilmember
- Warren — Councilmember
- Wrinn — Councilmember
- Cunningham — Councilmember
- Kavey — Councilmember
- Noto — Councilmember
- Moody
Municipal budget
Total revenue$237.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$273.7M (FY2023)
Taxes$110.5M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$235.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$6,271 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202512 housing units ($6.6M)
🗳️ How this town voted (50 contests)
Official town-by-town returns — MA Secretary of the Commonwealth (PD43+). ✓ marks this town's plurality choice.
U.S. Senate 2024-11-05
Elizabeth Ann Warren ✓ 14,666 · John Deaton 5,616
U.S. House — 1st Congressional 2024-11-05
Richard E. Neal ✓ 13,575 · Nadia Donya Milleron 5,833
State Senate — Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire 2024-11-05
Paul W. Mark ✓ 14,650 · David A. Rosa 4,531
State Representative — 2nd Berkshire 2024-11-05
Tricia Farley-Bouvier ✓ 15,896
Register of Deeds — Berkshire Middle 2024-11-05
Patsy Harris ✓ 16,067
President 2024-11-05
Harris/ Walz ✓ 14,628 · Trump/ Vance 5,658 · Stein/ Caballero-Roca 164 · Ayyadurai/ Ellis 96 · Oliver/ Ter Maat 84 · De La Cruz/ Garcia 60
Governor's Council — 8th 2024-11-05
Tara J. Jacobs ✓ 15,523
Clerk of Courts — Berkshire County 2024-11-05
Lisa A. Denault-Viale ✓ 15,995
U.S. Senate 2024-09-03
Elizabeth Ann Warren ✓ 3,633
U.S. Senate 2024-09-03
John Deaton ✓ 412 · Robert J. Antonellis 113 · Ian Cain 58
U.S. House — 1st Congressional 2024-09-03
Richard E. Neal ✓ 3,576
State Senate — Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire 2024-09-03
Paul W. Mark ✓ 3,509
🗳️ Ballot measures (2)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Q5: Shall the representative for this district be instructed to vote for legislation to create a single payer system of…
2022-11-08 · Passed — 9,306 yes / 3,103 no
Q6: Shall the representative from this district be instructed to vote in favor of changes to the applicable House of…
2022-11-08 · Passed — 10,588 yes / 1,701 no
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
Berkshire Athenaeum Board of Trustees
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: One Wendell Avenue
AN | Pittsfield, MA 01201
Li (413) 499-9480
Athenaeum
www. pittsfieldlibrary.org
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
4:00 P.M. TUESDAY, September 1, 2026
Hybrid: Athenaeum Room & ZOOM
https://usO6web.zoom.us/j/88517781437? pwd=bhIFKM75hTyL9FpzTXASIKBy31pzAz.1
Telephone: (312) 626-6799 / Meeting ID 885 1778 1437 / Passcode 076526
I. CALL TO ORDER: 4:00 P.M.
Il. SECRETARY'S REPORT — Minutes from the April 7, 2026 meeting
WW. TREASURER’S REPORT
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. Reports of American Investment Services, Inc. (AIS)
1. General Market Overview
2. Account Reviews, including changes since inception with AIS
3. Review Investment Goals and Strategy
4. Investment Policy Review and Suggested Updates
B. Review and acceptance of recent gifts
C. Other new business to bring before the committee
V. OLD BUSINESS
A. Changing of credit card account(s)
B. Other old business to bring before the committee
Vi. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Vil. == ADJOURNMENT
(The next regularly scheduled meeting of this committee will be at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 6,
2027.)
Tue Sep 1, 2026
School Building Needs Commission
Commission reviews designer selection for Crosby Elementary and Taconic HS projects
The School Building Needs Commission is reviewing the status of the Crosby Elementary School MSBA project, including the shortlisting of design firms by Skanska. The body is also discussing updates on Taconic High School's horticulture and plumbing vocation buildings, as well as the Pittsfield High School Senior Occupancy Inventory process. No new votes or decisions were recorded in the provided minutes, which cover the August 4, 2026 meeting.
- Review of seven design firm submissions for Crosby Elementary School, including DLR Group, Drummey Rosane Anderson, and Jones Whitsett Architects
- Update on Taconic High School horticulture building garage, which is awaiting overhead doors
- Discussion of an RFP for the Taconic High School plumbing vocation garage project
- Update on Pittsfield High School Senior Occupancy Inventory (SOI) and upcoming MSBA site visit
- Status update on boiler installations at AES and EES, and roof work at HMS
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE
SCHOOL BUILDING NEEDS COMMISSION
TUESDAY, September 1st, 2026
TACONIC HIGH SCHOOL
96 VALENTINE ROAD
EPICUREAN ROOM
5:00 P.M.
AGENDA
I.
A. Call to Order
"Pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, s.20, I am hereby informing all attendees that a video
and audio recording are being made of this meeting."
B. Roll Call
II.
A. Participation by the Public; Each speaker must sign in and will be
limited to Three (3) minutes
B. Communication by the Co-Chair
General Communications
III.
A. Approval of Minutes from August 4th, 2026 meeting (Enclosure 1)
IV.
Information and Proposals
A.
Crosby OPM - SKANSKA
a. Designer Selection Introduction Presentation
b. Preliminary Design Program (PDP) Overview
c. Schedule Overview
B.
Taconic HS Projects
Horticultural Building
Plumbing Vocation
C.
Pittsfield High SOI - MSBA selection (school walk through update)
V.
New Business
A. Update on Pittsfield School building issues.
VI.
Future Business
VII
Adjournment
-5:00pm Call to Order
School Building Needs Commission
Minutes
August 4 2026
Enclosure No. 1
Present: Mike Lausier, Frank LaRagione, Cristina Duhamel, Jim Conant, Brian
Filiault, Dr. Cameron, Jennifer Teichert, Superintendent Phillips, Courtney
Meisberger, Judy Gitleson, Tonya Frazier, Brendan Sheran
Absent:Mayor Marchetti, Candy Seward, Matt Kerwood, Colleen Hunter Mullett,
Jared LeBeau, Heather McNeice
Participation by the Public:
-Jane Wynn-alarmed by glaciers melting and the fires ar …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
City Council
City Council authorizes warrants and polling locations for September 1 State Primaries
The City Council has adopted orders to issue warrants for the State Primary elections on September 1, 2026. The body also designated specific polling locations and hours for the city's wards.
- Authorization of warrants for State Primary elections on September 1, 2026
- Designation of 14 precinct polling places across Wards 1-7
- Establishment of polling hours from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Detailing of one police officer per building containing polling stations
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City of Pittsfield
No. 84 MASSACHUSETTS
IN CITY COUNCIL AH 8:50
AN ORDER
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF WARRANTS FOR THE STATE PRIMARIES
TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
Ordered:
That warrants or notice for meetings be issued in due form of law, notifying and warning the
inhabitants of the City of Pittsfield who are qualified to vote, as the law directs, to meet in
their respective polling places on Tuesday, the first day of September 2026, between the
hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. then and there to cast their votes in the State Primaries for
the candidates of political parties for the following offices:
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SENATOR IN CONGRESS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH
GOVERNOR FOR THE COMMONWEALTH
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR FOR THE COMMONWEALTH
ATTORNEY GENERAL FOR THE COMMONWEALTH
SECRETARY OF STATE FOR THE COMMONWEALTH
TREASURER FOR THE COMMONWEALTH
AUDITOR FOR THE COMMONWEALTH
REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS FOR THE FIRST DISTRICT
COUNCILLOR FOR THE EIGHTH DISTRICT
SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT FOR THE BERKSHIRE, HAMPSHIRE, FRANKLIN,
HAMPDEN DISTRICT
REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT FOR THE SECOND BERKSHIRE DISTRICT
DISTRICT ATTORNEY FOR BERKSHIRE COUNTY
REGISTER OF PROBATE FOR THE BERKSHIRE MIDDLE DISTRICT
IN CITY COUNCIL MAYOR'S OFFICE
July 14, 2026 Approved: July 15, 2026
Read and adopted: 9 Yeas, 0 Nays Jsf Peter M. Marchetti, Mayor
fs/ Earl G. Persip, tI, City Council President
/s/ Michele M. Benjamin, City Clerk A true copy Attest:
City of Pittsfield
No._85 MASSACHUSETTS
IN CITY COUNCIL …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
Board of Health
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PITTSFIELD BOARD OF HEALTH
Roberta Elliott, MS, RN, Chairperson
Jeffrey A. Leppo, MD ~ David Pill ~ Andrew Plager, MD ~ Ivan J. Gould
PITTSFIELD BOARD OF HEALTH AGENDA
September 2, 2026
6:00 P.M.
City Hall: 70 Allen St. Pittsfield, MA 01201, Room 203
1. Convening of Pittsfield Board of Health Meeting: Roberta Elliott
- Approval of Minutes for meeting held August 5, 2026
2. Public Comment
3. Hearing Request- Orders to Demolish Re: 48-50 Brown St. & 242 -244 Wahconah St. (Ken
James Gordon)
4, Code Enforcement: Request to Demolish
(1) 260 First St.
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Health Director Updates
- Kratom Order
- Peer Support Program Implementation & Evaluation Action Plan
- New Business/Scheduling of Future Agenda Items
6. Adjournment
Addendum: The listing of matters is of those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the
meeting. Not all items may in fact be discussed, and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the
extent permitted by law.
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Homelessness Advisory Committee
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AGENDA
Homeless Advisory Committee
September 2, 2026
11:00 a.m.
REMOTE MEETING
MICROSOFT TEAMS
If you are participating in the public comment you may do so by calling+1469 850-4198 and
enter the conference ID : 267 784 009#
PwYNP
Roll Call
Public Comment (15 minutes maximum)
Review of the Minutes from the meeting of June 3, 2026
Rebecca Grimsley and Andrew Klatka from Eliot Homeless Services will speak to the
committee about the work Eliot Homeless Services undertakes in Pittsfield
Adjourn
Thu Sep 3, 2026
Berkshire Workforce Board
Workforce board to vote on FY2027 WIOA plan and allocations
The Berkshire MassHire Workforce Board will vote on the FY2027 WIOA plan and Connecting Activities allocations, and review the FY2026 audit and financial report. The board will also discuss strategic priorities and workforce trends for the coming year.
- Vote on FY2027 WIOA Plan priorities and recommendations
- Vote on Connecting Activities FY27 Allocations
- FY2027 Financial report and FY2026 Audit on consent agenda
- Individual Training Account item on consent agenda
- Strategic discussion on workforce trends and partnerships
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MASSHIRE WORKFORCE BOARD
Board of Director Meeting
Thursday, September 3, 2026; 8-9:15AM
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88447012481? pwd=1 BjOJOZv18jFwyrwHw6DdgWaqa0TsWC.1
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AGENDA
Call to Order
Michael Taylor, Vice President/Vice Chairman
1 Consent Agenda —- ACTION/VOTE (5 minutes)
A. Minutes of June 4, 2026 meeting .
B. FY2027 Financial report
Cc. Individual Training Account
D. FY2026 Audit
Il. Announcements/Communications (5 minutes)
e Next BCREB Board meeting, Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM In Person TBD
e Committee Mectings: Dates and details to be announced
© Communications: Board correspondence and other items
ii. New Business- ACTION/VOTE (15 minutes)
e FY2027 WIOA Plan -review FY2027 priorities & recommendations
. Connecting Activities FY27 Allocations (vote)
IV. Strategic Discussion (15 minutes)
e Progress toward strategic priorities
Key opportunities & challenges
¢ Board discussion question: What workforce trends should BCREB be prioritizing as we move
through FY2027, and what actions or partnerships should the board consider?
Vv. Program & Operations Reports (20 minutes)
Executive Director, Heather Boulger
Youth Director, Heather Williams
Industry Initiatives, Bryana Bayly & Sara Milano
Career Center Report, Pam Wojtkowski
VIL Adjournment (2 minutes)
City and Town Clerks: Please post this …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC)
BRPC Executive Committee to vote on four grant applications
The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission's Executive Committee will meet virtually to approve minutes, financial reports, and four grant applications, including USDA housing preservation and EPA brownfields job training. The meeting also includes committee updates and discussion of the executive director's report, with no major policy decisions expected beyond the grant votes.
- Vote to approve USDA Housing Preservation Grant application
- Vote to approve EPA Brownfields Job Training Program application
- Vote to ratify HUD Older Adults Home Modification Grant application
- Vote to ratify staff comments on MassDEP Waterways Regulations amendments
- Vote to approve expenditures report for July 30 – August 26, 2026
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1 Fenn Street, Suite 201
Pittsfield, MA 01201
T: (413) 442-1521 - F: (413) 442-1523
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission www.berkshireplann Ing.org
MEETING NOTICE
There will be a meeting of the EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
of the BERKSHIRE REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION
. Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
This will be a virtual meeting as allowed by An Act relative fo extending certain measures adopted
during the COVID-19 emergency which extended certain provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G.L.
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Vil.
c.30A sec.20, until June 30, 2027.
To participate virtually, join the Zoom Meeting:
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(Registration Required)
Meeting ID: 831 0938 6094
AGENDA
(all times approximate)
Call to Order & Open Meeting Law Statement (4:00)
Roll Call of Executive Committee Members Attending the Meeting
Vote to Approve the Minutes of the Executive Committee Meeting of August 6, 2026*
Financial Reports and Discussion (4:05)
A. Vote to Approve the July 30, 2026 — August 26, 2026 Expenditures Report*
B. Report on Accounts Receivable — August 2026
[on Report on the Line of Credit - August 2026
Open Comments from Berkshire Regional Planning Commission Delegates and Alternate
Delegates, not to be further discussed at this meeting by the Executive Committee (4:10)
Items Requiring Action (4:15)
A. Vote to approve the Submission of a Grant Application to the USDA’s Housing
Preservation Grant (HPG) Program*
B. Vote to approve the …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026
Conservation Commission
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
PITTSFIELD CONSERVATION COMMISSION, CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS 01201 413-499-9359
Please advertise the following public hearing notice in the Berkshire Eagle on August 19, 2026
City of Pittsfield
Conservation Commission
Wetlands Protection Act Public Hearing
Notice of Intent application for the construction of an addition to an existing house on property located
at 9 Appletree Point (Map E12, Block 1, Lot 11.) The applicant is Cecily Shull. The Pittsfield
Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing under provisions of MGL Ch. 131,
Sec. 40, City Council Chambers, City Hall at 6:00PM on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
James Conant
Chairperson
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
PITTSFIELD CONSERVATION COMMISSION, CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS 01201 413-499-9359
Please advertise the following public hearing notice in the Berkshire Eagle on Wednesday August 26, 2026.
City of Pittsfield
Conservation Commission
Wetlands Protection Act Public Hearing
File RDA #26-20; Request for Determination of Applicability for the installation of a boat lift on property
located at 1641 North Street (Map H17, Block 1, Lot 9.) The applicant is Wayne Reid. The Pittsfield
Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing under provisions of MGL Ch. 131, Sec. 40, City
Council Chambers, City Hall at 6:00PM on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
James Conant
Chairperson
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Recent meetings
Fri Aug 28, 2026
Miscellaneous
Early voting schedule and registration deadline for the Sep 1, 2026 election
The City Clerk’s Office is notifying residents that early voting will be held at City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101, from August 22 through August 28, 2026. The last day to register to vote for the September 1, 2026 election is Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 9 AM to 5 PM.
- Early voting on Aug 22 (9 AM‑5 PM) at City Hall, Room 101
- Early voting Aug 23‑28 (8:30 AM‑4 PM, except Aug 23 8‑12 PM)
- Last day to register: Aug 22, 2026, 9 AM‑5 PM
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND REGISTRAR. OF VOTERS OFFICE
CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSHELD, MA 01201
(413) 499-9460
“NOTICE OF EARLY VOTING LOCATION AND HOURS
AND LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE
FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
Early Voting will take place in City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101 at the following sessions:
e Saturday, August 22" 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
e Sunday, August 237 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
¢ Monday, August 24* 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Tuesday, August 25‘ 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
« Wednesday, August 26" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Thursday, August 27" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Friday, August 28" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026
DURING THE HOURS OF 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY HALL
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OFFICE
ROOM 101
70 ALLEN STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Thu Aug 27, 2026
Pittsfield Contributory Retirement Board
Retirement board to approve routine items and survivor benefit
The Pittsfield Contributory Retirement Board is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving minutes, financial reports, expense warrants, and membership changes. The board will also consider a survivor benefit under Section 101 for Elizabeth Wimpenney, surviving spouse of Francis Wimpenney. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Approve previous meeting minutes
- Approve monthly financial reports
- Approve monthly expense warrants
- Approve new members, retirements, buybacks/makeups, refunds and transfers
- Approve Section 101 for Elizabeth Wimpenney, surviving spouse of Francis Wimpenney
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Pittsfield Retirement Board Meeting
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 10:00 A.M.
Location: 114 Fenn Street
Pittsfield, MA
1. Approve previous board meeting minutes
2. Approve monthly financial reports
3. Approve monthly expense warrants
4. Approve new members, retirements, buybacks/makeups, refunds and transfers
5. Approve Section 101 for Elizabeth Wimpenney surviving spouse of Francis Wimpenney
Tabled Items
ALL PERTINENT INFORMATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW PRIOR TO THE BOARD
MEETING
Thu Aug 27, 2026
Berkshire Regional Transit Authority (BRTA) Advisory Board
BRTA Advisory Board to review ridership, budget, and attendance
The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board is meeting to vote on July meeting minutes, hear the administrator's report, and discuss system operations including ridership metrics and cancellations. The board will also discuss member attendance and budget and finance matters. The agenda is routine with no major policy decisions listed.
- Vote on July 23, 2026 board meeting minutes
- Discussion of ridership year-to-date and by route metrics
- Discussion of system operations and cancellations
- Board member attendance discussion
- Budget and finance discussion
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REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY
NOTICE OF
Advisory Board Meeting
Notice is hereby given that a Meeting of the
Berkshire Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board
2°¢ Floor Boardroom
One Columbus Avenue, Pittsfield, MA 01201
AND
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Kathleen Lambert, Administrator/Administrador
MEMORANDUM
TO: BRTA Advisory Board Members
FROM: Kathleen Lambert, Administrator
RE: Meeting Agenda of the BRTA Advisory Board
DATE: August 20, 2026
DATE: THURSDAY August 27, 2026
TIME: 4:00 PM
LOCATION: BRTA 1 Columbus Ave, Pittsfield MA
Second Floor Board Room and
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1. Roll Call
2. Public Comments
3. July 23, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes- vote
4. Administrator's Report
5. System Operations, Ridership YTD, Ridership by Route metrics, Cancellations
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Thu Aug 27, 2026
Miscellaneous
Early voting hours and registration deadline for Sept. 1 election
This is a procedural notice from the City Clerk and Registrar of Voters, announcing early voting hours and the last day to register for the September 1, 2026 election. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Early voting Aug 22 (Sat) 9am-5pm, Aug 23 (Sun) 8am-12pm, Aug 24-28 (Mon-Fri) 8:30am-4pm at City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101
- Last day to register to vote: Saturday, August 22, 2026, 9am-5pm at Registrar of Voters Office, Room 101
- Election date: September 1, 2026
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND REGISTRAR. OF VOTERS OFFICE
CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSHELD, MA 01201
(413) 499-9460
“NOTICE OF EARLY VOTING LOCATION AND HOURS
AND LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE
FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
Early Voting will take place in City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101 at the following sessions:
e Saturday, August 22" 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
e Sunday, August 237 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
¢ Monday, August 24* 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Tuesday, August 25‘ 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
« Wednesday, August 26" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Thursday, August 27" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Friday, August 28" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026
DURING THE HOURS OF 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY HALL
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OFFICE
ROOM 101
70 ALLEN STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA to hear sign exception for 290 Wahconah Street
The Pittsfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an application by Huajie Zhu for an exception to the Sign Ordinance to allow refacing an existing nonconforming two-sided roof sign above the eave line at 290 Wahconah Street in the B-C zoning district. The hearing is scheduled for August 26, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. in City Hall Council Chambers. The board will consider public input for or against the petition.
- Application by Huajie Zhu for exception from Article 25 Section 4(A) of the Sign Ordinance
- Refacing of existing nonconforming two-sided roof sign above eave line
- Property at 290 Wahconah Street, B-C zoning district
- Public hearing on August 26, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. in City Hall Council Chambers
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
ABUTTER NOTIFICATION
August 5, 2026
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:
That an application has been made by Huajie Zhu requesting exception from Article 25
Section 4(A) of the Sign Ordinance to allow the refacing of an existing nonconforming
two-sided roof sign above the eave line. The subject property is located at 290
Wahconah Street and is in the B-C zoning district. A hearing upon this petition will be
given at Pittsfield City Hall. Council Chambers, on Wednesday August 26. 2026, at 7:00
P.M. at which time you may appear either in person, or by agent, or by attorney, and
present any reason which you may have as to the granting or denying of this petition.
If you are in any way Zoning Board of A i
interested in this petition ome Paisnelac MIA
for or against, please be
present at the hearing. The
Board desires to learn
public sentiment in each
case. If you would like to
lear more about this
petition please contact the
Permitting Coordinator at
(413) 448-9673.
290 Wahconah Street Form 3
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Miscellaneous
Early voting hours and voter registration deadline set for September 1 election
This is a public notice from the City Clerk's Office, not a meeting agenda. It announces early voting sessions at City Hall from August 22-28, 2026, and the last day to register to vote is August 22, 2026. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Early voting: Saturday Aug 22, 9 AM-5 PM; Sunday Aug 23, 8 AM-12 PM; Mon-Fri Aug 24-28, 8:30 AM-4 PM
- Early voting location: City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101
- Last day to register to vote: Saturday, August 22, 2026, 9 AM-5 PM at the Registrar of Voters Office, Room 101
- Election date: September 1, 2026
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND REGISTRAR. OF VOTERS OFFICE
CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSHELD, MA 01201
(413) 499-9460
“NOTICE OF EARLY VOTING LOCATION AND HOURS
AND LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE
FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
Early Voting will take place in City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101 at the following sessions:
e Saturday, August 22" 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
e Sunday, August 237 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
¢ Monday, August 24* 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Tuesday, August 25‘ 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
« Wednesday, August 26" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Thursday, August 27" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Friday, August 28" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026
DURING THE HOURS OF 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY HALL
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OFFICE
ROOM 101
70 ALLEN STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Pittsfield Housing Authority
Pittsfield Housing Authority to approve low bid for Wahconah Heights driveway repairs
The Pittsfield Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider approving a low bid for driveway and parking lot repairs at Wahconah Heights, and a change order for the Wilson Park outdoor stairs replacement project. They will also receive updates on current modernization (MOD) projects and any late-arriving communications.
- Approval of low bid for Project #236105 Wahconah Heights Driveway & Parking Lot Repair
- Approval of Change Order #2 for Project #236090 Wilson Park Outdoor Stairs Replacement
- Update on all current MOD projects
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PITTSFIELD HOUSING AUTHORITY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Wednesday August 26, 2026 2:45 p.m.
Columbia Arms, 65 Columbus Avenue Community Room
Pursuant to MGL chapter 30A, Section 20 (e) (f), meetings of the Pittsfield
Housing Authority, any person can make a video or audio recording of an
open meeting through any medium and that this public meeting is being
recorded. Any member of the public wishing to speak must receive permission
of the Chair.
Listed agenda items and those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may
be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and
other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent
permitted by law
AGENDA
I Call to Order: Board Members
U Approval of Low Bid — Project #236105 Wahconah Heights Driveway &
Parking Lot Repair
Il Approval of Change Order #2 Project #236090 — Wilson Park Outdoor
Stairs Replacement
IV Update on all current MOD Projects
V Late Arriving Communication
VI Adjournment
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Sign variance hearing for 290 Wahconah St roof sign
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Huajie Zhu for an exception to the Sign Ordinance to reface an existing nonconforming two-sided roof sign above the eave line at 290 Wahconah Street in the B-C zoning district. The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. at Pittsfield City Hall Council Chambers.
- Request for exception from Article 25 Section 4(A) of the Sign Ordinance
- Refacing of existing nonconforming two-sided roof sign above eave line
- Property at 290 Wahconah Street, B-C zoning district
- Public hearing at Pittsfield City Hall Council Chambers, August 26, 2026, 7:00 P.M.
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
ABUTTER NOTIFICATION
August 5, 2026
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:
That an application has been made by Huajie Zhu requesting exception from Article 25
Section 4(A) of the Sign Ordinance to allow the refacing of an existing nonconforming
two-sided roof sign above the eave line. The subject property is located at 290
Wahconah Street and is in the B-C zoning district. A hearing upon this petition will be
given at Pittsfield City Hall. Council Chambers, on Wednesday August 26. 2026, at 7:00
P.M. at which time you may appear either in person, or by agent, or by attorney, and
present any reason which you may have as to the granting or denying of this petition.
If you are in any way Zoning Board of A i
interested in this petition ome Paisnelac MIA
for or against, please be
present at the hearing. The
Board desires to learn
public sentiment in each
case. If you would like to
lear more about this
petition please contact the
Permitting Coordinator at
(413) 448-9673.
290 Wahconah Street Form 3
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA to hear retail marijuana special permit for 407 North Street
The Pittsfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special permit for a retail marijuana establishment at 407 North Street, continued from July 22. The board will also consider three sign exception requests and receive an update on an ordinance amendment. The meeting includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, and adjournment.
- Special permit for retail marijuana establishment at 407 North Street (Cloud Nine Visions LLC, Application #3068)
- Sign exceptions for updated sign package at 51 Center Street (Sandri Realty Inc., Application #3074)
- Sign exception to reface freestanding sign in public right-of-way at 1995 East Street (Brothers Boatworks, Application #3075)
- Sign exception to reface nonconforming roof sign at 290 Wahconah Street (Huajie Zhu, Application #3076)
- Ordinance amendment update under New/Old Business
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
PITTSFIELD ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
AGENDA
CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 26, 2026, 7:00 PM
Roll Call:
Acceptance of Minutes, July 22, 2026, meeting
Public Hearing:
Continued from July 22, 2026 Meeting:
Cloud Nine Visions LLC Application #3068
407 North Street
Special Permit Section 7.850
Requesting a Special Permit to allow for a Retail Marijuana Establishment.
Matthew Signs for Sandri Realty Inc. Application #3074
51 Center Street
Sign Exceptions Article 25 Multiple Sections
Requesting exceptions to allow updated sign package which includes two existing pole signs
which are nonconforming due to placement of more than one on a single property.
Saxton Signs for Brothers Boatworks Application #3075
1995 East Street
Sign Exceptions Article 25 Section 6 and 8
Requesting exceptions to allow the refacing of an existing freestanding sign in a public right-of-
way outside of the property lines
Huajie Zhu Application #3076
290 Wahconah Street
Sign Exception Article 25 Section 4(A)
Requesting exception to allow the refacing of an existing nonconforming two-sided roof sign
above the eave line.
New/Old Business: Ordinance Amendment - Update
Adjourn
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Wed Aug 26, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning board continues hearing on retail marijuana special permit at 407 North Street
The Pittsfield Zoning Board of Appeals is continuing a public hearing from July 22 to August 26, 2026, on a petition by Cloud Nine Visions, LLC for a special permit to operate a retail marijuana establishment at 407 North Street. The board voted to continue the hearing and will seek public input at the rescheduled meeting.
- Continued hearing for Special Permit under Article 23 Section 7.850 for retail marijuana establishment at 407 North Street
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
NOTICE OF VOTE
CONTINUED
Date Filed: 7/24/2026
Petition No.: 3068
Original Date of Hearing 7/22/2026
Date of New Hearing 8/26/2026
Petition of: Cloud Nine Visions, LLC
Premises Affected: 407 North Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Referring to the above petition requesting a Special Permit under Article 23
Section 7.850 of the Zoning Ordinance to allow for a Retail Marijuana
Establishment:
At the public hearing held Wednesday July 22, 2026 the Zoning Board of Appeals
voted that the petition be and it hereby is CONTINUED until a public hearing to
be held on Wednesday August 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM in Pittsfield City Hall City
Council Chambers at which time you may appear either in person, or by agent, or
by attorney, and present any reason which you may have as to the granting or
denying of this petition.
If you are in any way interested
in this petition for or against, Zoning Board of Appeals
please be present at the hearing. Pittsfield, MA
The Board desires to learn
public sentiment in each case.
If you would like to learn more
about this petition please contact
the Permitting Coordinator at
(413) 448-9673.
407 North Street Form 5
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Pittsfield Housing Authority
Housing board to approve driveway repair bid and stair change order
The Pittsfield Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to consider approving a low bid for driveway and parking lot repairs at Wahconah Heights and a change order for the Wilson Park outdoor stairs replacement project. They will also receive an update on all current MOD (modernization) projects. The meeting is a special session with a brief agenda.
- Approval of low bid for Project #236105, Wahconah Heights Driveway & Parking Lot Repair
- Approval of Change Order #2 for Project #236090, Wilson Park Outdoor Stairs Replacement
- Update on all current MOD projects
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PITTSFIELD HOUSING AUTHORITY
' BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Wednesday August 26, 2026 2:45 p.m.
Columbia Arms, 65 Columbus Avenue Community Room
Pursuant to MGL chapter 30A, Section 20 (e) (f), meetings of the Pittsfield
Housing Authority, any person can make a video or audio recording of an
open meeting through any medium and that this public meeting is being
recorded. Any member of the public wishing to speak must receive permission
of the Chair.
Listed agenda items and those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may
be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and
other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent
permitted by law
AGENDA
I Call to Order: Board Members
I Approval of Low Bid — Project #236105 Wahconah Heights Driveway &
Parking Lot Repair
III Approval of Change Order #2 Project #236090 — Wilson Park Outdoor
Stairs Replacement
IV Update on all current MOD Projects
V Adjournment
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning board to hear two sign-refacing petitions on August 26
The Pittsfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two sign-related petitions under the city’s Sign Ordinance. Both hearings concern refacing existing nonconforming signs and will take place at Pittsfield City Hall, Council Chambers, on August 26, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
- Sandri Realty Inc. requests exception to reface two pole signs at 51 Center Street in the D-C-D district
- Drew Wojtkowski—Brothers Boatworks requests exception to reface a freestanding sign at 1995 East Street in the I-L district
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
ABUTTER NOTIFICATION
July 28, 2026
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:
That an application has been made by Sandri Realty Inc. requesting exception from
Article 25 Section 4 and 8 of the Sign Ordinance to allow refacing of two existing pole
signs which are nonconforming due to placement of more than one on a single property.
The subject property is located at 51 Center Street and is in the D-C-D zoning district. A
hearing upon this petition will be given at Pittsfield City Hall, Council Chambers, on
Wednesday August 26, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. at which time you may appear either in
person, or by agent, or by attorney, and present any reason which you may have as to the
granting or denying of this petition.
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learn more about this
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Permitting Coordinator at
(413) 448-9673.
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
ABUTTER NOTIFICATION
July 28, 2026
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:
That an application has been made by Drew Wojtkowski— Brothers B …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026
School Committee
School Committee to vote on union contracts and updated restraint policy
The Pittsfield School Committee is holding a special meeting to vote on several items, including a new contract with the Pittsfield Federation of School Employees for FY26-FY28, an updated Student Time Out Policy, and a memorandum of agreement for the high school bell schedule. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the same union. The agenda includes no other substantive items.
- Approval of UEP MOA for the Pittsfield High School Schedule Bell Schedule
- Approval of updated Student Time Out Policy (Enclosure No. 1)
- Approval of PEAA MOA for School Assignment Change after Contractual Timeline
- Approval of Contract with the Pittsfield Federation of School Employees for FY26 - FY28
- Executive session to discuss collective bargaining with Bus Drivers, Cafeteria, Custodial, Paraprofessionals, and Secretaries units
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
PITTSFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL COMMITTEE
August 25, 2026
5:00 P.M.
Zoom
https:/izoom.us/j/91871749236
AGENDA
A. Call to Order
"Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, s. 20, | am hereby informing all attendees that a video
and audio recording are being made of this meeting."
B. Roll Call
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Moment of Silence
A. Participation by the Public
B. Participation by the School Committee
C. Reports of Subcommittees
Information and Proposals =
A. NONE
Recommended Actions - Unfinished Business
A. None
Recommended Actions — New Business
A. Approval of UEP MOA for the Pittsfield High School Schedule Bell Schedule
B. Approval of updated Student Time Out Policy (Enclosure No. 1)
C. Approval of PEAA MOA for School Assignment Change after Contractual
Timeline
D. Approval of Contract with the Pittsfield Federation of School Employees for
FY26 - FY28
The enclosed documentation is for informational purposes only and may be subject to change.
Bus Drivers & Monitors
Cafeteria
Custodial
Paraprofessionals
Secretaries
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Vi. Recommended Actions — Routine Matters
NONE
Vil. Executive Session
A. Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, s. 21 (a)(3), to discuss
strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Bus Drivers’ and
Attendants’, Cafeteria, Custodian, Paraprofessionals and Educational
Secretaries bargaining units (Pittsfield Federation of School Employees/AFT)
VIII. Future Business
A. Next Regular Scheduled Meeting, Wednesday, S …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026
Board of Assessors
Board to vote on dozens of property tax exemptions
The Pittsfield Board of Assessors will vote on a large list of property tax exemptions for the 2026 fiscal year. The list includes properties with various exemption codes, such as 17DE, 22, 22A, 22D, 22E, 22EW, 22H, 37A, and 41D, which likely correspond to different exemption categories. The board will also discuss upcoming submissions to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR).
- Vote on exemptions for properties on Joseph Dr, Pecks Rd, Elmhurst Ave, Dartmouth St, Baldwin Ave, and others
- Vote on exemptions for properties on Quirico Dr, Cole Ave, Hancock Rd, Cliff Ave, Partridge Rd, and Cynthia Ln
- Vote on exemptions for properties on Dutchess Ave, Nottingham Dr, Cascade St, Draper Ave, Connecticut Ave, Erie St, and Lucille St
- Vote on exemptions for properties on Aberdeen Rd, Kathy Way, Sheffield St, Franklin St, Maple Grove Dr, Somerset Ave, and Lucia Dr
- Discussion of upcoming submissions to the Department of Revenue
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
BOARD OF ASSESSORS, 70 ALLEN STREET, RM 108, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201 (413) 395-0102
AGENDA
PITTSFIELD BOARD OF ASSESSORS
AUGUST 25, 2026 9:30 A.M. CITY HALL ROOM 108
ROLL CALL:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MINUTES: FROM 8/11/2026
Old Business: None
New Business:
Vote on the following exemptions
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J110004007 7 DARTMOUTH ST 17DE
M100004009 37 BALDWIN AVE 17DE
1040005001 114 QUIRICO DR 17DE
H050004033 61 COLEAVE 17DE
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1010099009 9 CYNTHIA LANE 17DW
M110005101 21 DUTCHESS AVE 22
E£080003014 51 NOTTINGHAM DR 22
D130002103 1401 CASCADE ST 22
1120003006 155 DRAPER AVE 22
K110009005 151 CONNECTICUTAVE 22
J090006002 20 ERIEST 22
G130012012 31 LUCILLE ST 22
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H170007028
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Tue Aug 25, 2026
Miscellaneous
Early voting and registration deadline set for Sept 1 election
This notice from the City Clerk establishes early voting hours and the final registration date for the September 1, 2026 election. Early voting runs August 22-28 at City Hall, Room 101. The last day to register is Saturday, August 22. The agenda is purely procedural and contains no decisions or discussions.
- Early voting at City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101: Saturday Aug 22 (9AM-5PM), Sunday Aug 23 (8AM-12PM), Monday-Friday Aug 24-28 (8:30AM-4PM)
- Last day to register to vote for the September 1, 2026 election: Saturday, August 22, 2026, 9AM-5PM at the Registrar of Voters Office
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND REGISTRAR. OF VOTERS OFFICE
CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSHELD, MA 01201
(413) 499-9460
“NOTICE OF EARLY VOTING LOCATION AND HOURS
AND LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE
FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
Early Voting will take place in City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101 at the following sessions:
e Saturday, August 22" 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
e Sunday, August 237 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
¢ Monday, August 24* 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Tuesday, August 25‘ 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
« Wednesday, August 26" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Thursday, August 27" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Friday, August 28" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026
DURING THE HOURS OF 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY HALL
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OFFICE
ROOM 101
70 ALLEN STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Animal Hearing Authority
Pittsfield animal board to hear three nuisance dog complaints
The Pittsfield Animal Control Hearings Authority will hold a public hearing to consider three complaints about alleged nuisance dogs. The board will also elect officers and introduce new members. The meeting is scheduled for August 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
- Election of Chair John Perreault and Member Crystal Carr
- Hearing on complaint by Matthew Talis (112 Plunkett St.) about dog owned by Heather Peters and Kellie Morse (106 Plunkett St.)
- Hearing on complaint by Amanda Fosty (48 Third St.) and Audrey LeGrande (22 Third St.) about dog owned by Juan Auqui (31 Third St.)
- Hearing on complaint by Tracy Boehme (134 Appleton Ave.) about dog owned by Samuel Bruno (130 Appleton Ave.)
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
ANIMAL CONTROL HEARINGS AUTHORITY AGENDA
70 ALLEN STREET, ROOM 203
PITTSFIELD MA
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026, AT 6:00 PM
Roll call
Introduction of John Perreault and Crystal Carr
Election of Chair John Perreault
Election of Member Crystal Carr
A public hearing to consider the disposition of a complaint brought by Matthew
Talis of 112 Plunkett St., regarding an alleged nuisance dog owned by Heather
Peters and Kellie Morse of 106 Plunkett St.
Apublic hearing to consider the disposition of a complaint brought by Amanda
Fosty of 48 Third St., and Audrey LeGrande of 22 Third St., regarding an alleged
nuisance dog owned by Juan Auqui of 31 Third St.
A public hearing to consider the disposition of a complaint brought by Tracy
Boehme of 134 Appleton Ave., regarding an alleged nuisance dog owned by
Samuel Bruno of 130 Appleton Ave.
Future business
Adjournment
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA continues hearing on appeal over alleged commercial use at 322 Cascade Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing on a petition by Jennifer Downs and Dennis Carney appealing the Building Inspector's decision not to act on a complaint of commercial activity in a residential zoning district at 322 Cascade Street. The board previously voted to continue the hearing from July 22 to August 25, 2026. No other items are on the agenda.
- Continued public hearing on Petition No. 3067 regarding 322 Cascade Street
- Appeal of Building Inspector's inaction on commercial activity complaint in residential zone
- Petitioners: Jennifer Downs and Dennis Carney
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; CITY OF PITTSFIELD
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
NOTICE OF VOTE
CONTINUED
Date Filed: 7/24/2026
Petition No.: 3067
Original Date of Hearing 7/22/2026
New Date of Hearing 8/25/2026
Petition of: Jennifer Downs and Dennis Carney
Premises Affected: 322 Cascade Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Referring to the above petition made by Jennifer Downs and Dennis Carney
appealing the decision of the Building Inspector not to act with regard to a written
complaint of commercial activity in a Residential Zoning District:
At the meeting held Wednesday July 22, 2026 the Zoning Board of Appeals voted
that the petition be and it hereby is CONTINUED until a special public hearing to
be held on Tuesday August 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM in Pittsfield City Hall City
Council Chambers at which time you may appear either in person, or by agent, or
by attomey, and present any reason which you may have as to the granting or
denying of this petition.
If you are in any way interested
in this petition for or against,
please be present at the hearing. Zoning Board of Appeals
The Board desires to learn Pittsfield, MA
public sentiment in each case.
If you would like to learn more {i . Ud. {, vw
about this petition please contact does heh aig a
the Permitting Coordinator at Albert A. Ingegni, Ie,
(413) 448-9673.
322 Cascade Street Form 5
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA to hear appeal on alleged commercial activity at 322 Cascade Street
The Pittsfield Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a special meeting to continue a public hearing on an appeal by Jennifer Downs and Dennis Carney regarding the Building Inspector's decision not to act on a complaint about commercial activity in a residential zone at 322 Cascade Street. The board will also address any new or old business before adjourning.
- Continued public hearing on Application #3067 (Downs/Carney) regarding 322 Cascade Street
- Appeal of Building Inspector's non-action on commercial activity complaint in Residential Zoning District
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
PITTSFIELD ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY AUGUST 25, 2026, 6:00 PM
Roll Call:
Public Hearing:
Continued from July 22, 2026
Jennifer Downs and Dennis Carney Application #3067
322 Cascade Street
Appealing the decision of the Building Inspector not to act with regard to a written complaint of
commercial activity in a Residential Zoning District.
New Business:
Old Business:
Adjourn
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Mon Aug 24, 2026
Miscellaneous
Early voting schedule and voter registration deadline for Sept 1, 2026 election
This notice from the Office of the City Clerk and Registrar of Voters provides the early voting hours and the last day to register for the September 1, 2026 election. Early voting will take place in City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101, on multiple days from August 22 to August 28, 2026. The last day to register to vote is Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. No other business is discussed.
- Early voting: Saturday, Aug 22, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Early voting: Sunday, Aug 23, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Early voting: Monday–Friday, Aug 24–28, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
- Last day to register: Saturday, Aug 22, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM at City Hall Room 101
- Location: City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101, Pittsfield, MA 01201
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND REGISTRAR. OF VOTERS OFFICE
CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSHELD, MA 01201
(413) 499-9460
“NOTICE OF EARLY VOTING LOCATION AND HOURS
AND LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE
FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
Early Voting will take place in City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101 at the following sessions:
e Saturday, August 22" 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
e Sunday, August 237 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
¢ Monday, August 24* 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Tuesday, August 25‘ 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
« Wednesday, August 26" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Thursday, August 27" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Friday, August 28" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026
DURING THE HOURS OF 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY HALL
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OFFICE
ROOM 101
70 ALLEN STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Licensing Board
Licensing Board to hear two liquor license transfers and one entertainment license application
The Pittsfield Licensing Board will hold public hearings on two applications to transfer annual all-alcohol seven-day restaurant licenses, and one application for an entertainment license. The board will also receive an update on the status of Chili's Grill and Bar's liquor license. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and scheduling the next meeting.
- Transfer of All Alcohol Seven-Day Restaurant License from Fresh Powder, LLC d/b/a Bosquet Mountain to McNinch Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Drifters Restaurant at 101 Dan Fox Drive, manager John McNinch
- Transfer of All Alcohol Seven-Day Restaurant License from Columna, LLC d/b/a IZTAC to Chestnut Catering, INC d/b/a The Grand at 154-156 Dan North Street, manager Gordon Hebler
- Application from Chestnut Catering, INC d/b/a The Grand for an Annual (Weekday and Sunday) Entertainment License at 154-156 North Street
- Update from Pepper Dining, INC d/b/a Chili's Grill and Bar on the status of its Annual All Alcohol Seven-Day Restaurant License at 555 Hubbard Avenue
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
LICENSING BOARD MEETING
Monday, August 24, 2026 @ 3:30 PM
City Hall - 70 Allen Street - Council Chambers
Agenda
Roll call Chairman and Board Members: Campoli, Powell, Amuso, Lifvergren, Sherman
Approval of the July 29, 2026 meeting minutes.
A public hearing on an application from Fresh Powder, LLC d/b/a Bosquet Mountain for a Transfer
of an Annual All Alcohol Seven-Day Restaurant License to McNinch Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a
Drifters Restaurant located at the premises at 101 Dan Fox Drive, John McNinch, manager.
. Apublic hearing on an application from Columna, LLC d/b/a IZTAC for a Transfer of an Annual All
Alcohol Seven-Day Restaurant License to Chestnut Catering, INC d/b/a The Grand located at the
premises 154-156 Dan North Street, Gordon Hebler, manager.
A public hearing on an application from Chestnut Catering, INC d/b/a The Grand for an Annual
(Weekday and Sunday) Entertainment License for the premises located at 154-156 North Street.
An update from Pepper Dining, INC d/b/a Chili’s Grill and Bar on the status of the Annual All
Alcohol Seven-Day Restaurant License, located at the premises at 555 Hubbard Avenue, Allen
Anderson, Director of Operations in the Northeast.
Schedule the next meeting.
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Ordinances and Rules Committee
Pittsfield committee to weigh BESS zoning amendment and DEI office rename
The Ordinances and Rules Committee will consider a zoning amendment for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including new definitions, use tables, and siting requirements, plus an ordinance to rename the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to the Office of Equity, Access and Opportunity. They will also review a proposal to reclassify land at 1 Federico Drive from LDI to IL, and continue two tabled items: a draft ordinance on presentment notices and a petition concerning 75 Shaker Lane.
- BESS zoning amendment: defines Small, Medium, Large-Scale systems, sets setbacks (e.g., 500 ft from schools), and requires special permits for medium/large systems
- Ordinance to rename Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to Office of Equity, Access and Opportunity
- Reclassify 1 Federico Drive (Map 11, Block 7, Lot 101) from LDI to IL
- Tabled petition: draft ordinance to inform elected officials of presentment notices
- Tabled petition: 75 Shaker Lane abandoned vehicle ordinance discussion
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PITTSFIELD CITY COUNCIL
COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES & RULES
PITTSFIELD CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday August 24, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M.
AGENDA
1. Roll Call Councilors: Amuso, Kavey, Lampiasi, White, Wrinn
MINUTES
2. Minutes of June 8, 2026 Ordinance and Rules Committee meeting
NEW BUSINESS
3. A communication from the Community Development Board on a petition for the proposed
“Battery Energy Storage Systems” Zoning Amendment
4. Acommunication from Mayor Marchetti on an Ordinance amending City Code, Chapter 2, to
rename the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to the Office of Equity, Access and
Opportunity.
5. A proposal from the Community Development Board to reclassify a parcel of land located at
1 Federico Drive, Assessor Map 11, Block 7, Lot 101 from LDI to IL
OLD BUSINESS
6. A petition from Councilor Warren requesting to draft an ordinance to inform elected officials
of any presentment notices tendered (tabled 2025.01.27)
7. Acommunication from the City Solicitor on a petition from Councilor Kalinowsky concerning
75 Shaker Lane (tabled 2024.01.22, 2024.07.22, 2025.03.24)
8. Adjourn via motion
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COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES & RULES
PITTSFIELD CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday June 8, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M.
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Miscellaneous
Early voting hours and voter registration deadline set for Sept 1 election
This is a notice from the Office of the City Clerk and Registrar of Voters regarding early voting and voter registration for the September 1, 2026 election. Early voting will be held at City Hall from August 22 to August 28, 2026, with varying hours. The last day to register to vote is Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. No decisions or proposals are being made; this is purely informational.
- Early voting at City Hall (70 Allen Street, Room 101) on Saturday Aug 22: 9 AM–5 PM
- Early voting on Sunday Aug 23: 8 AM–12 PM
- Early voting Monday Aug 24 through Friday Aug 28: 8:30 AM–4 PM
- Last day to register to vote: Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 9 AM–5 PM
- Registration and early voting location: Registrar of Voters Office, Room 101, City Hall
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND REGISTRAR. OF VOTERS OFFICE
CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSHELD, MA 01201
(413) 499-9460
“NOTICE OF EARLY VOTING LOCATION AND HOURS
AND LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE
FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
Early Voting will take place in City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101 at the following sessions:
e Saturday, August 22" 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
e Sunday, August 237 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
¢ Monday, August 24* 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Tuesday, August 25‘ 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
« Wednesday, August 26" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Thursday, August 27" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Friday, August 28" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026
DURING THE HOURS OF 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY HALL
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OFFICE
ROOM 101
70 ALLEN STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Sat Aug 22, 2026
Miscellaneous
Early voting schedule and registration deadline announced for Sep 1, 2026 election
The City Clerk and Registrar's Office posted the early voting locations, hours, and the last day to register to vote for the September 1, 2026 election. Early voting will be held at City Hall, Room 101, 70 Allen Street, from August 22 to August 28, 2026, with specific daily hours listed. The final day to register is Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Early voting at City Hall, Room 101, 70 Allen Street, Aug 22‑28, 2026
- Daily early‑voting hours: Aug 22 9 AM‑5 PM; Aug 23‑28 8:30 AM‑4 PM (except Aug 23 8 AM‑12 PM)
- Last day to register to vote: Saturday, Aug 22, 2026, 9 AM‑5 PM
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND REGISTRAR. OF VOTERS OFFICE
CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSHELD, MA 01201
(413) 499-9460
“NOTICE OF EARLY VOTING LOCATION AND HOURS
AND LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE
FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
Early Voting will take place in City Hall, 70 Allen Street, Room 101 at the following sessions:
e Saturday, August 22" 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
e Sunday, August 237 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
¢ Monday, August 24* 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Tuesday, August 25‘ 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
« Wednesday, August 26" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Thursday, August 27" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
e Friday, August 28" 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE FOR THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ELECTION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026
DURING THE HOURS OF 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY HALL
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OFFICE
ROOM 101
70 ALLEN STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Thu Aug 20, 2026
School Committee
School Committee to discuss busing, hybrid meetings, restraint policies
The Pittsfield Public Schools Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss revisions to three policies: busing for a Morningside student to Allendale, hybrid meeting voting methods, and physical restraint/time-out procedures. No votes are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.
- Discussion of Policy EEAA (Walkers and Riders) regarding a Morningside student needing a bus to Allendale
- Discussion of Policy BEDF (Voting Method) on hybrid meeting procedures
- Discussion of Policy JKAA (Physical Restraint of Students) and a time-out policy
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August 20, 2026
6:00 PM
Mercer Administration Center
269 First Street
Room 110
Agenda
I.
A
Call to Order
"Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, s. 20, I am hereby informing all attendees that a
video and audio recording is being made of this meeting."
11.
Roll Call
Ill.
Participation by Public
IV.
Information Proposals
A.NONE
V.
Recommended Actions
A. Discussion on Policies Being Considered for Revision or Development:
o
Morningside Student Requiring a Bus to Allendale
Policy EEAA;. WALKERS AND RIDERS {Enclosure No. 1)
o
School Committee Hybrid Meeting Policy
Policy BEDF - VOTING METHOD (Enclosure No. 2)
o Time-Out Policy
VI.
New Business
A NONE
VII.
Adjournment
Policy JKAA- PHYSICAL RESTRAINT OF STUDENTS
(Enclosure No. 3)
The enclosed documentation is for informational purposes only and may be subject to change.
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Affordable Housing Trust
Trust to hear housing production plan presentation
The Pittsfield Affordable Housing Trust will hold a remote meeting to approve minutes from July 22, 2026, and hear a presentation from Brett Roberts of the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission about undertaking a Housing Production Plan for Pittsfield. No votes on funding or projects are scheduled.
- Presentation on Housing Production Plan for Pittsfield
- Approval of July 22, 2026 meeting minutes
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
70 Allen St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
AGENDA
Board of Trustees, City of Pittsfield Affordable Housing Trust
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
5:00 p.m.
REMOTE MEETING
MICROSOFT TEAMS MEETING
Meeting ID: 236 898 579 658 08
Passcode: ED2cS7wa
Dial In Number: 1 (469) 850-4198
Phone Conference ID: 858 038 349#
1. Roll Call
2. Approval of the minutes of the meeting from July 22, 2026
3. Presentation from Brett Roberts, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission, on
undertaking a Housing Production Plan for Pittsfield
4. Adjourn
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Pittsfield Housing Authority
Pittsfield Housing Authority board to vote on hires, MOUs, project completions
The Pittsfield Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 18, 2026, at Columbia Arms. The board will vote on new hires, memoranda of understanding with Worcester and Adams housing authorities, and certificates of completion for several capital projects. Administrative reports on finances, maintenance, and waitlist vacancies will also be presented.
- Vote on 2 new hires
- MOU between Worcester and Pittsfield Housing
- MOU between Adams Housing and Pittsfield Housing
- Certificate of Substantial Completion for Fire Doors phase 2 (Project 236101)
- Certificate of Final Completion for Roof Replacement (Project 236094)
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PITTSFIELD HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
_NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING ,
Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00 a.m,
Columbia Arms 65 Columbus Avenue
Community_ Room
Pursuant to MGL chapter 30A, Section 20 (e) (f), meetings of the Pittsfield
Housing Authority, any person can make a video or audio recording of an open
meeting through any medium and that this public meeting is being recorded. Any
member of the public wishing to speak must receive permission of the Chair.
Listed agenda items and those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be
discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other
items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by
law
AGENDA
I Call to Order: Board Members
1} Approval of Board Minutes: 7/22/26
It PHA Administratration Report
Financial Update:
Maintenance Overview:
Waitlist Vacancy Update: State/Federal Move-In & Move-Out report
HUD/Section 8
Other:
IV New Business needing board vote:
2 New Hires
MOU between Worcester and Pittsfield Housing
MOU between Adams Housing and Pittsfield Housing
Certificate of Substantial Completion Project 236101 Fire Doors phase 2
Certificate of Final Completion Project 236094 Roof Replacement
Certificate of Substantial Completion Project 236106 Driveway
Replacement
Certificate of Final Completion Project 236106 Driveway Replacement
Vs Other Business (may require board vote)
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Community Development Board
Zoning amendment to expand Form-Based Code into Westside; fence variance on New York Ave
The Community Development Board will hold two public hearings: one on a petition to amend the zoning ordinance to expand Form-Based Code into the Westside of Pittsfield, and another on a request for a special permit to modify front-yard setbacks for a fence at 3 Delaware Avenue on New York Avenue.
- Zoning amendment to create Article 23-4 Section 4.4 expanding Form-Based Code into the Westside
- Special permit request by Ignacio Solano to modify setbacks for a fence at 3 Delaware Avenue (R-12 district)
- Public hearing on amendments to multiple sections of Chapter 23 (Sections 2.2, 3.2, 3.302, 4.324, 4.4)
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
PITTSFIELD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Community Development Board will hold a hearing
virtually via the Microsoft Teams platform on Tuesday August 18, 2026, at 6:00 P.M., to
all parties interested in the petition of Ignacio Solano requesting a Special Permit under
Article 23 Section 4.307 of the Zoning Ordinance to modify the setbacks on the property
to allow for the construction of a fence in what would otherwise be considered the front
yard setback on New York Avenue. The subject property is located at 3 Delaware Avenue
and is in the R-12 zoning district. The application and access information is available to
review in the Department of Community Development, or a copy can be requested by
contacting tkozlowski@pittsfieldma.gov.
Sheila B. Irvin, Chair
Community Development Board
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
NOTICE OF ZONING AMENDMENT PUBLIC HEARING
PITTSFIELD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD
The City of Pittsfield in accordance with the provision of M.G.L Chapter 40A, Section 5,
as amended, hereby gives notice to all interested parties that a public hearing will be held
on a petition to amend the City Code, Chapter 23, Article 23-2 Section 2.2, Article 23-3
Section 3.2, 3.302, Article 23-4 Section 4.324 and 4.4, Amend Zoning Ordinance to create
Article 23-4 Section 4.4 to expand Form-Based Code into the Westside of Pittsfield.
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Parks Commission
Parks Commission to review six park event requests for summer and fall
The Pittsfield Parks Commission will meet to review and vote on six event requests for various city parks, including religious gatherings, a car show, and a wiffleball tournament. The agenda also includes approval of July meeting minutes, a report on fall field and facility requests, and updates from recreation and parks management staff.
- Event request: Fountain of Salvation Missionary Church at Riverway Park, Aug 29
- Event request: Berkshire County Cars N Coffee Car Show at The Common, Sep 20
- Event request: Local Love Arts Festival by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. at The Common, Sep 27
- Event request: 7th Annual Dave Zerbato Wiffleball Tournament at Deming Park, Oct 17
- Fall 2026 Field & Facility Requests to be discussed
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Pittsfield Parks Commission
August 18, 2026
NOTICE:
The Board of Park Commissioners will hold a meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at City Hall,
in Room 203, 70 Allen Street, Pittsfield, MA beginning at 6:00 p.m.
In accordance with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Open Meeting Law, g.l. C. 30a, section 20, we
are hereby notifying you, as chairperson of this public meeting, that the meeting will be recorded and
cablecast by Pittsfield Community Television.
If you have any questions or concerns about this, please feel free to talk to the PCTV staff member on
hand. You may also speak to City Link Coordinator David Cachat at (413) 445-4234 during normal
business hours.
AGENDA
1. Public Comment
2. Review of July 21, 2026, meeting minutes
3. Park Event Requests
a. Community Event, Fountain of Salvation Missionary Church, Gricel M. Cotto, Riverway
Park, August 29, 2026, 11:30am-5pm
b. ROOTED Movement Session, Sunder Ashni, Burbank Park, September 11, 2026,
5:30pm-7:30pm
c. Evangelism Pep Rally, Fresh Anointing Ministry, Destiny Saunders, The Common,
September 19, 2026, 2:30pm-7:30pm
d. Berkshire County Cars N Coffee Car Show, Jonathan Twing, The Common, September
20, 2026, 9am-12pm
e. Local Love Arts Festival, Downtown Pittsfield, Inc., Rebecca Brien, The Common,
September 27, 2026, 8am-5pm
f. 7th Annual Dave Zerbato Wiffleball Tournament, Dave Zerbato Scholarship Fund, Justin
Hopkins, Deming Park, October 17, 2026, 10am-4pm
4. Correspondence
a. None
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission to hold hearing on Pontoosuc Lake herbicide treatment
The Conservation Commission is holding a special meeting for a Wetlands Protection Act public hearing. The body will consider a request from the City of Pittsfield regarding herbicide treatment at Pontoosuc Lake.
- Public hearing for Mass DEP File #263-1188 regarding herbicide treatment at Pontoosuc Lake
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
PITTSFIELD CONSERVATION COMMISSION, CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, PITTSFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS 01201
413-499-9359
AGENDA
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Special Meeting
Wetlands Protection Act Public Hearing
6pm Thursday, August 18, 2026
Via MS Teams
Meeting ID: 250 888 422 376
Passcode: QA7wQ6Q3
1. Roll Call
2. New Business:
A. Mass DEP File #263-1188: Herbicide treatment at Pontoosuc Lake. The applicant is the City of Pittsfield.
3. Other Business:
4. Adjournment:
Cc: Mayor Peter Marchetti
Justine Dodds
City Council
Jim McGrath,
imcgrath@pittsfieldma.gov
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Community Development Board
Board to vote on downtown zoning amendment and two subdivision exemptions
The Community Development Board will hold public hearings on a proposed zoning amendment to create a Downtown Core District and on a special permit for a fence at 3 Delaware Avenue. They will also consider two determinations that subdivision approval is not required for properties on Lafayette Street and Ridge Avenue. The meeting is virtual via Microsoft Teams.
- Public hearing: Zoning amendment to create Section 4.4, Downtown Core District, to expand Form-Based Code into the Westside
- Public hearing: Special permit for corner lot variation to build a fence at 3 Delaware Avenue
- Determination: Subdivision approval not required for 76 Lafayette Street (Map 113 Block 9 Lot 12)
- Determination: Subdivision approval not required for 68 Ridge Avenue (Map G16 Block 1 Lot 101)
- Approval of minutes from July 21, 2026
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CITY OF PITTSFIELD
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, RM 205, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
TEL. (413) 499-9368 — FAX: (413) 395-0152
AGENDA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18TH, 2026
6:00 PM
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA MICROSOFT TEAMS
Meeting ID: 254 342 739 031 209
Passcode: SqQQUw7FT
ROLL CALL
MINUTES
1. Approval of minutes — July 21st, 2026.
SUBDIVISIONS:
1. None Submitted
DETERMINATION THAT SUBDIVISION APPROVAL IS NOT REQUIRED:
1. Plan of land submitted by Patrick McColgan of Taconic Land Consultants on
behalf of Amy Kingston for property located at 76 Lafayette Street, Map 113
Block 9 Lot 12.
2. Plan of land submitted by Patrick McColgan of Taconic Land Consultants on
behalf of Maximilian A. Vilot for property located at 68 Ridge Avenue, Map
G16 Block 1 Lot 101.
ZONING - SITE PLAN REVIEW:
1. None submitted.
ZONING- SPECIAL PERMITS:
1. Public Hearing: Application submitted by Ignacio Solano, for a Special Permit
under Section 4.307, Corner Lot Variation to modify the setback requirements of
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a comer lot to allow for the construction of a fence in what would normally be
considered a front setback for property located at 3 Delaware Avenue.
ZONING AMENDMENTS
1. Public Hearing: Petition by the Community Development Board for an
amendment to City Code Chapter 23, Zoning, Article 23-4 Section 4 to create
Section 4.4, Downtown Core District in order to facilitate the expansion of Form-
Based Code into the Westside.
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| $138.1M | GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. Department of Defense · FY22 FC OMNI EO14042 |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Berkshire County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-36 people (+$20.1M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Snowstorm": 7, "Hurricane": 6, "Severe Storm": 6, "Biologi · last Fri Sep 15, 2023)
Traffic fatalities3 (2 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments3,749 (50,051 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,674/mo (1,655 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy15.8% (low numeracy 24% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$237.7M
Annual budget
$235.9M
Debt outstanding
12
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$237.7M
Spending$273.7M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load VERY-HIGH
Outstanding debt$235.9M
Debt-to-revenue0.99×
Debt-load index86 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.