Whately, MA
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👤 Members & officials (46)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the 01/19/26
- Allison Bell
- Ashlee Haslett
- Judy Markland
- Mary Stuart
- Susan Baron
Who’s on the 02/11/26
Who’s on the 02/18/26
- Andrew Ostrowski
- Ann Barker
- George Owens
- Montserrat Archbald
Who’s on the 03/02/26
- Allison Bell
- Ashlee Haslett
- Judy Markland
- Mary Stuart
- Susan Baron
Who’s on the 03/18/26
- Andrew Ostrowski
- Ann Barker
- George Owens
- Montserrat Archbald
Who’s on the 05/05/26
- Annette Pfannebecker
- Kenneth Cuddeback
- Marc Bussiere
- Patriciaann Telega
Who’s on the 06/15/26
- Brant Cheikes
- Fred Orloski
- Melissa French
- Montserrat Archbald
Who’s on the 06/17/26
- Andrew Ostrowski
- Ann Barker
- George Owens
- Montserrat Archbald
Who’s on the 07/13/26
- Allison Bell
- Ashlee Haslett
- Judy Markland
- Mary Stuart
- Susan Baron
Who’s on the 11/12/25
- Ann Lomeli
- Bob Klinger
- Bob Smith
- Cyndi Steiner
- Debra Carney
- George Colt
- Ginger Selman
Who’s on the 12/09/25
Who’s on the Board of Assessors Meeting
- Jane Theoharides
- Michael Husted
🗳️ How this town voted (48 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 ✓ 683 · John Deaton 397
U.S. House — 2nd Congressional 2024-11-05
James P. McGovern ✓ 767 · Cornelius Shea 280
State Senate — Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire 2024-11-05
Paul W. Mark ✓ 710 · David A. Rosa 316
State Representative — 1st Franklin 2024-11-05
Natalie M. Blais ✓ 873
Register of Deeds — Franklin 2024-11-05
Scott A. Cote ✓ 869
President 2024-11-05
Harris/ Walz ✓ 717 · Trump/ Vance 343 · Oliver/ Ter Maat 7 · Ayyadurai/ Ellis 7 · De La Cruz/ Garcia 5 · Stein/ Caballero-Roca 5
Governor's Council — 8th 2024-11-05
Tara J. Jacobs ✓ 851
Clerk of Courts — Franklin County 2024-11-05
Benjamin Simanski ✓ 864
U.S. Senate 2024-09-03
Elizabeth Ann Warren ✓ 195
U.S. Senate 2024-09-03
John Deaton ✓ 42 · Robert J. Antonellis 7 · Ian Cain 4
U.S. House — 2nd Congressional 2024-09-03
James P. McGovern ✓ 196
State Senate — Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire 2024-09-03
Paul W. Mark ✓ 187
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026
09/01/26
Whately Board of Health to discuss beaver issues and kratom regulation
The Whately Board of Health is meeting to discuss updates on beaver situations along Rt. 5/10 and a state order regarding kratom, including potential local regulation and inspections. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May meetings and other unanticipated items.
- Update on beaver situations on Rt. 5/10
- State kratom order; BOH regulation & inspections
- Minutes of 5/26 & 5/29/26
- Other unanticipated updates
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Whately BOH meeting agenda: Tuesday, 9/1/2026, 5:30 p.m. via zoom:
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Minutes of 5/26 & 5/29/26
1. Updates: Whately
• Update: beaver situations on Rt. 5/10
• State kratom order; BOH regulation & inspections
• Other (unanticipated):
2. FHD updates:
BOH’s next meeting: Oct. 2026
Wed Sep 2, 2026
09/02/26
Foothills Health District board to discuss fees, grants, well/septic rules, kratom
The Foothills Health District Full Board is meeting to review minutes, receive staff and consultant updates, and discuss several operational items. Topics include summer monthly reporting, OpenGov software updates, a possible revised fee structure for permits, PHE grant funding and budget revisions, well and septic regulations, and kratom guidelines. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; most items are for discussion or follow-up.
- Discussion of revised fee structure for permits
- PHE Grant Funding/Budget Revision
- Well and Septic Regulations discussion
- Kratom Guidelines – Limitations/Elimination discussion
- OpenGov software updates
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FOOTHILLS HEALTH DISTRICT
Full Board Meeting
Time: September 2, 2026 - 06:00 PM
Via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/launch/jc/89493534065
Meeting ID: 894 9353 4065
Passcode: 181621
AGENDA:
• Minutes of May 23, 2026 meeting
• Updates and follow up:
• Staff updates: Questions or concerns about Summer Monthly Reporting
• OpenGov software updates
• Revised Fee structure for permits?
• PHE Grant Funding/Budget Revision
• Well and Septic Regulations
• Kratom Guidelines – Limitations/Elimination
• Consultant updates: from Glen Ayers
• Other not anticipated:
Next FHD board meeting: TBD
Thu Sep 3, 2026
09/03/26
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Town of Whately Giving Garden Committee
Town of Whately Giving Garden Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Time
1:00 p.m.
Location
Remote / Zoom
Zoom Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89382689263?pwd=jO23WcndKfSeSx6Un0YhTuLZPgHU2o.1
Meeting ID
893 8268 9263
Passcode
153065
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
• Review and approve the August 20, 2026 meeting minutes.
• Confirm whether previously approved minutes have been submitted to the Town for website posting.
3. General Program Updates / Recent Giving Garden Activities
• Review the August 22 Giving Garden distribution.
• Discuss what went well, participation, and any challenges.
• Confirm continued use of “Giving Garden: Free Plants and Produce” and “Homegrown, Not Homemade” language.
• Review use of the new banner, electronic Town sign, photos, and thank-you to CopyCat.
4. Upcoming Distribution Logistics
• Confirm the September 5 distribution, setup time, volunteers, and any Labor Day weekend adjustments.
• Review expected donations from farms, community members, and other donors.
• Review availability of bags, smaller boxes, containers, tables, tent, donation jar, signage, brochures, banner, and
attachment materials.
5. Seasonal Activities, Signage, Setup, and Community Participation
• Review signs encouraging residents to take produce for someone in need.
• Discuss identification or recipe ideas for unfamiliar produce.
• Review reusable sandwich-board …
Thu Sep 3, 2026
09/13/2026
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026
08/25/26
Planning Board to discuss solar facility at Chang Farm and farm-based businesses
The Whately Planning Board will meet to approve minutes and rules, and discuss several topics including possible farmer distillery and winery uses, 2027 project priorities, municipal records management, and a potential solar facility at Chang Farm. The meeting is open to the public and includes a virtual option.
- Review and approve minutes from 6/30/2026 and 9/17/2025
- Review and approve Planning Board Rules & Regulations
- Discuss possible Farmer Distillery (and Winery) use and handling farm-based businesses
- Discuss potential solar facility review at Chang Farm
- Discuss Planning Board project priorities for 2027
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Notice of Accommodations: Individuals needing special accommodations for effective communication, such as
a sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device, print material in digital format, or other reasonable
accommodations during this meeting should notify the Planning Board Chair as soon as possible and not less than
two working days prior to the meeting.
Public Meeting
Planning Board
DATE & TIME:
Tuesday, August 25th, 2026, at 5:30 pm
LOCATION:
Whately Town Offices, Conference Room, 4 Sandy Lane, Whately, MA
VIRTUAL:
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AGENDA
1. Review and approve minutes from 6/30/2026 & 9/17/2025
2. Review and approve Planning Board Rules & Regulations
3. Discuss possible Farmer Distillery (and Winery) use and handling farm-based businesses in
general
4. Discuss Planning Board project priorities for 2027
5. Discuss Planning Board municipal records management status
6. Discuss potential solar facility review at Chang Farm
7. Topics not anticipated within 48 hours of scheduled meeting
8. Adjourn
Tue Aug 25, 2026
08/25/26
Conservation Commission reviews MassDOT request for vegetation management on Route 5
The Whately Conservation Commission will hold a remote public meeting to discuss a MassDOT request for a determination of applicability for vegetation management on Route 5. The agenda also includes a discussion of MassDOT sovereign immunity and the approval of minutes from the July 15, 2026 meeting. Public participation is limited to remote access via Zoom, with no in-person attendance permitted.
- MassDOT Request for a Determination of Applicability for Vegetation Management on Route 5
- Discussion of MassDOT Sovereign Immunity
- Review and approve minutes from the Conservation Commission’s July 15, 2026, meeting
- Updates on WPA violations and enforcement
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Whately Conservation Commission
August 25, 2026, 7:30 pm (Note time change)
Zoom Remote Public Meeting
(See information below for how to participate)
Agenda
1. MassDOT Request for a Determination of Applicability for Vegetation Management on
Route 5
2. Discussion of MassDOT Sovereign Immunity
3. Review and approve minutes from the Conservation Commission’s July 15, 2026, meeting
4. Updates and other business
• Updates on WPA violations and enforcement
Pursuant to Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2021, this meeting/public hearing will be conducted via
remote means. Members of the public who wish to access the meeting may do so in the
following manner (see below). No in-person attendance of members of the public will be
permitted, and public participation in any public hearing conducted during this meeting shall be
by remote means only. We will post a video recording of this meeting/public hearing via fcat
community media assessable from the Town of Whately website (https://www.whately.org/).
Topic: Whately Conservation Commission
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
08/20/26
Giving Garden Committee plans distributions, outreach, and 2027 program
The Whately Giving Garden Committee is meeting to review recent produce distributions, plan upcoming logistics, and discuss outreach efforts. They will also follow up on the raised garden bed program, a school refrigerator art project, and potential partnerships. The agenda is largely operational and planning-focused, with no major policy decisions or financial contracts.
- Review August 8 Giving Garden distribution and plan next distribution logistics
- Follow up on outreach to Sobieski's and other produce donors
- Discuss including Giving Garden flyer in November town census mailing
- Review raised garden bed program and school-based refrigerator art project
- Review donation total and funding needs
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Town of Whately Giving Garden Committee
Town of Whately Giving Garden Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time
1:00 p.m.
Location
Remote / Zoom
Zoom Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89382689263?pwd=jO23WcndKfSeSx6Un0YhTuLZPgHU2o.1
Meeting ID
893 8268 9263
Passcode
153065
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
• Review and approve the August 6, 2026 meeting minutes.
• Confirm whether previously approved minutes have been submitted to the Town for website posting.
3. General Program Updates / Recent Giving Garden Activities
• Review the August 8 Giving Garden distribution.
• Discuss what went well, participation, and any challenges.
• Confirm continued use of “Giving Garden: Free Plants and Produce” and other outreach language.
• Follow up on use of the electronic Town sign and return of Amy’s sandwich board.
4. Upcoming Distribution Logistics
• Confirm date, setup time, and volunteers for the next Giving Garden distribution.
• Review expected donations from farms, community members, and other donors.
• Review availability of bags, smaller boxes, containers, tables, tent, donation jar, signage, and flyers.
• Follow up on outreach to Sobieski’s and other possible produce donors.
5. Seasonal Activities, Signage, Setup, and Community Participation
• Review any new or reprinted signs encouraging residents to take produce for someone in need.
• Discuss status of any donated banner or signage.
• Review Whately Farms b …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
08/17/26
Housing Committee to discuss engineering assessment at 268 State Road
The Whately Housing Committee will hold a public meeting to approve minutes and discuss the status and progress of an engineering assessment at 268 State Road. The agenda includes a provision for topics not anticipated 48 hours in advance, but no other substantive items are listed.
- Discussion of engineering assessment at 268 State Road
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Public Meeting
Housing Committee
Monday August 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Meeting Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Discuss status/progress of engineering assessment at 268 State Road
4. Topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours in advance of meeting
5. Adjournment
Mon Aug 17, 2026
08/17/26
Historical Commission discusses plans for Whately Center Walking Tour
The Whately Historical Commission will hold a virtual meeting to approve the minutes from the July 13, 2026 session. The primary agenda item is the discussion of plans for the Whately Center Walking Tour. No specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the agenda text.
- Discussion of plans for Whately Center Walking Tour
- Approval of minutes from July 13, 2026 meeting
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TOWN OF WHATELY
Whately, Massachusetts
Historical Commission
historicalcommission@whately.org
Written correspondence should be addressed to:
4 Sandy Lane, South Deerfield, MA 01373
AGENDA
WHATELY HISTORICAL COMMISSION
Virtual Meeting, Monday, August 17, 2026
5:00 PM
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• Approve minutes of July 13, 2026 meeting
• Plans for Whately Center Walking Tour
• Other business
Thu Aug 13, 2026
08/13/26
Giving Garden Committee to review donated banner design
The Whately Giving Garden Committee is meeting remotely to approve prior meeting minutes, review a potential banner design with printing donated by CopyCat of Greenfield, and confirm the next meeting date. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items.
- Review and approve prior meeting minutes
- Confirm status of previously approved minutes for posting
- Review potential banner design with printing donated by CopyCat of Greenfield
- Confirm date of next meeting
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Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Time: 1:30 p.m.
LocaƟon: Remote/Zoom
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1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Prior MeeƟng Minutes (maybe table unƟl next week?)
• Review and approve any available prior meeƟng minutes.
• Confirm status of previously approved minutes; have they been submiƩed for posƟng.
3. Review of potenƟal banner design, prinƟng to be donated by CopyCat of Greenfield
4. Confirm date of next meeƟng
5. Adjourn
Wed Aug 12, 2026
08/12/2026
✓ Decided: Franklin County Tech School Committee meeting agenda posted
The Franklin County Technical School District Committee posted the agenda for its August 12, 2026 meeting. The agenda lists routine items including approval of June 10, 2026 minutes, public comments, an MSBA update, and reports from the principal, superintendent, and chairperson. No decisions are recorded in this document.
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FCTS E-mail distribution and web posting July 23, 2026
FRANKLIN COUNTY TECHNICAL SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE
Date:
Wednesday August 12, 2026
Location:
Franklin County Technical School
82 Industrial Boulevard
Time:
7:00 P.M.
Turners Falls, MA 01376
Phone: 413-863-9561
This meeting may be held both remotely and in person in accordance with the
Governor of Massachusetts’ March 12, 2020 Order Suspending Certain Provisions
of the Open Meeting Law G.L. c. Section 20.
To eliminate unauthorized individuals from entering the meeting the following protocols will be implemented:
Contact Janice Momaney at: jmomaney@fcts.us and submit your email and phone number that would be
used to access the meeting for verification purposes.
AGENDA
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF: June 10, 2026
III.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
IV.
MSBA UPDATE
V.
NEW BUSINESS
VI.
PRINCIPAL'S REPORT
VII.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
VIII.
CHAIRPERSON’S REPORT
IX. OTHER
X.
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS BY THE COMMITTEE
XI.
NEXT MEETING DATE – September 9, 2026
XII.
ADJOURN
The listing of matters is 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.
Tue Aug 11, 2026
08/11/26
✓ Decided: Subcommittee reviews superintendency agreement draft, no vote taken
The Superintendency Agreement Sub Committee met virtually and reviewed the draft superintendency agreement. No substantive decisions were made; the item was discussed but not voted on, and the meeting was adjourned.
- Reviewed draft superintendency agreement (no vote)
- Adjourned meeting
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OPEN MEETING POSTING
FRONTIER REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/wty-satp-dwp
Committee:
Superintendency Agreement Sub Committee
Meeting Date:
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Meeting Place:
Superintendent’s Office
113 North Main Street, South Deerfield, MA 01373
Meeting Format:
Virtual - The public is welcome to join online.
Time:
1:00 PM
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Review and Approve minutes of July 14, 2026
3. Update on the Draft of the Superintendency Agreement Document
Discussion of changes to Agreement, Vote: to move agreement to full committee, (if
Completed)
4. Adjournment
* The listing of matters are 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.
Thu Aug 6, 2026
06/06/26
Giving Garden Committee plans next produce distribution and outreach
The Giving Garden Committee will review the July 25 distribution, discuss logistics for the next one, and explore ways to better reach residents in need, including seniors and families. They will also follow up on signage, a possible blueberry donation, and a refrigerator painting contest with the school.
- Review of July 25 Giving Garden distribution
- Logistics for next distribution: donations, supplies, bags, tables, signage
- Follow-up on blueberry donation or picking opportunity
- Discussion of outreach to Senior Center and school for residents with mobility limitations
- Possible refrigerator painting contest with school involvement
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Town of Whately Giving Garden Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Remote/Zoom
Zoom Link:
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Meeting ID: 893 8268 9263
Passcode: 153065
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
• Review and approve the July 16, 2026 meeting minutes.
• Confirm whether previously approved minutes have been submitted to the Town for
website posting.
3. General Program Updates / Recent Giving Garden Activities
• Review the July 25 Giving Garden distribution.
• Discuss what went well and any challenges.
• Discuss whether updated wording, such as “Giving Garden: Free Plants and
Produce, ” helped or should be used going forward.
4. Upcoming Distribution Logistics
• Confirm date and logistics for the next Giving Garden distribution.
• Review expected donations from farms, community members, and other donors.
• Review availability of bags, smaller boxes, containers, tables, tent, donation jar,
signage, and flyers.
• Follow up on possible blueberry donation or picking opportunity.
5. Seasonal Activities, Signage, Setup, and Community Participation
• Follow up on updated signage language.
• Discuss status of reprinted signs and any possible donated banner or signage.
• Review availability of newer Whately Farms brochures.
• Discuss any feedback from print companies regarding possible donated signage or
banner.
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
8/06/2026
✓ Decided: FCTS Building Task Force meets, no substantive decisions recorded
The Franklin County Technical School Building Task Force Committee held a meeting on August 6, 2026, but the minutes contain no substantive decisions. The agenda included approval of prior minutes, updates on MSBA and public outreach, and setting a next meeting date, but no outcomes are recorded.
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FCTS E-mail and web Posting: July 21, 2026
FRANKLIN COUNTY TECHNICAL SCHOOL
FCTS Building Task Force Committee Meeting
This meeting may be held remotely in accordance with the
Governor of Massachusetts’ March 12,2020 Order Suspending Certain Provisions
of the Open Meeting Law G.L.c. Section 20.
Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026 Location: Franklin County Tech School
82 Industrial Blvd.
Turners Fall, MA 01376
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Members: Ryan Rege, Richard Kuklewicz, Brian Spadafino, Michael Boudreau,
Brad Stafford, Jeff Budine, Liz Bouchard, Margaret Nugent, Amber Crochier, Joseph
Gamache, Robert Provost, Walter Ramsay
To eliminate unauthorized individuals from entering the meeting the following protocols will be
implemented: Contact Janice Momaney at: jmomaney@fcts.us Submit your email and phone number
that would be used to access the meeting for verification purposes.
________________________________________________________________________________________
I. Approval of the Minutes of July 16, 2026
II. MSBA Update
III. Public Outreach Update
IV. Next Meeting Date – TBD
V. Other
VI. Adjourn
____________________________________________________________________________________ __________________
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
08/06/26
Zoning board to vote on marijuana facility renewal and blast permit review
The Whately Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on renewing a special permit for a marijuana product manufacturer at 3 River Road. The board will also review and vote on a peer review proposal for Baystate Blasting’s amended special permit application and approve the minutes from the July 2 meeting.
- Renewal of special permit for Marijuana Product Manufacturer at 3 River Road
- Vote on Berkshire Design Group peer review services for Baystate Blasting’s amended special permit
- Approval of minutes from July 2, 2026 meeting
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
REMOTE MEETING
AGENDA
August 6, 2026
The Zoning Board of Appeals of Whately will meet in public on Thursday, August 6 at 6:00 pm. The
meeting will take place virtually via Zoom. All those wishing to attend the meeting may do so via
computer or telephone, by using the links below. The rules of decorum for a public meeting remain in
effect, and the Chairperson will seek comments from the public when appropriate to do so.
6:00 pm PUBLIC HEARING. Debilitating Medical Conditions Treatment Centers, Inc. has applied to
renew an existing special permit to operate a Marijuana Product Manufacturer at 3 River Road,
Whately, pursuant to Article 171, Section 34 (E) under the Whately Zoning Ordinance.
6:30 pm REVIEW of and VOTE to approve t he proposal received from Ber kshire Design Group for
Peer Review Services regarding Baystate Blasting’s Amended Special Permit Application.
7:00 pm REVIEW of and VOTE to approve Minutes from July 2, 2026, public meeting.
OTHER: Topics not reasonably anticipated at time of agenda posting.
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
08/06/26
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Town of Whately Giving Garden Committee
Town of Whately Giving Garden Committee
Draft Meeting Minutes
Date
August 6, 2026
Time
1:00 p.m.
Location
Remote / Zoom
Called to Order
By
Julianna Waggoner
1. Call to Order
Julianna Waggoner called the meeting of the Town of Whately Giving Garden Committee to order. The
meeting was held remotely by Zoom.
2. Attendees
Attendees included Julianna Waggoner, Caroline, Terry, Stan, Melanie Skroski, and Lisa Moore. Melanie
joined after the meeting began. Lisa attended as a guest and later expressed interest in joining the
Committee.
3. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
The Committee reviewed the July 16, 2026 meeting minutes. No corrections were offered. Caroline made a
motion to approve the minutes, Terry seconded the motion, and the minutes were approved.
4. General Program Updates / Recent Giving Garden Activities
The Committee reviewed recent Giving Garden activities and agreed that the clearer wording, including
“Giving Garden: Free Plants and Produce,” was helpful. Members noted that “swap” language could make
residents think they must bring something in order to participate. The Committee agreed to continue using
language that makes clear that items are free.
The electronic Town sign had not been used for the prior distribution. Caroline agreed to contact Garrett
regarding use of the sign and the updated wording. The Committee also discussed returning Amy’s sandwich
board for the upcoming election.
Memb …
Tue Aug 4, 2026
08/04/26
✓ Decided: Whately Water Commissioners meeting agenda posted for August 4, 2026
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists proposed items for discussion including July 2026 meeting minutes, chlorination reports, water rates, and hydrant leak detection.
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Whately Water Commissioners
Meeting agenda for Tuesday, August 4th, 9:00 AM
Town Offices 4 Sandy Lane
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1: Meeting Minutes:
A: Review and vote to approve meeting minutes from the July 2026 meetings
2: New Business:
A: Review pumping information and chlorination reports for July 2026
B: Sign final water reading commitment’s
C: Water Rates
3: Old Business:
A: Rules and Regulations
B: Hydrant leak detection
4: Superintendent Update:
Chlorination
5: Items Not Anticipated within 48 of posting:
Thu Jul 16, 2026
07/16/26
Giving Garden Committee reviews distribution, plans next event
The Giving Garden Committee will review the most recent Saturday distribution, discuss volunteer and donation logistics, and plan the next distribution. They will also follow up on the garden bed program, a refrigerator painting contest, and outreach efforts. The agenda is focused on operational planning and community engagement, with no major policy decisions or financial commitments.
- Review of recent Saturday distribution and volunteer needs
- Planning for next distribution including donations from Nourse Farms, Doug Colwell, Hotkowski/Scott, and Fairview Farms
- Follow-up on garden bed program feedback and recordkeeping
- Status of refrigerator painting contest and possible school-based alternative
- Discussion of signage, supplies, and funding opportunities
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Town of Whately Giving Garden
Committee
Proposed Meeting Agenda
Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Remote/Zoom
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
• Review and approve any available prior meeting minutes.
• Confirm status of previously approved minutes and whether they have been submitted for
posting.
• Confirm process for sending approved minutes to the Town for website posting.
3. Review of Recent Giving Garden Distribution
• Review the most recent Saturday distribution.
• Discuss what went well.
• Discuss any setup, staffing, donation timing, or volunteer needs.
• Confirm whether 8:30 a.m. setup time worked well.
• Discuss whether any late-arriving donations created challenges.
4. Upcoming Distribution Planning
• Confirm date and logistics for the next distribution.
• Confirm volunteer coverage.
• Review expected donations, including:
o Nourse Farms
o Doug Colwell
o Hotkowski/Scott
o Fairview Farms or other local growers
o Community flower, plant, herb, or produce donations
• Confirm pickup timing for any donated items.
• Discuss availability of smaller containers for berries/fruit/produce.
• Confirm supplies needed: tables, tent, containers, donation jar, signage, and flyers.
5. Garden Bed Program Follow-Up
• Review status of feedback/testimonial email to garden bed recipients.
• Discuss any responses received.
• Confirm recordkeeping for recipients’ names and physical addresses.
• Discuss …
Thu Jul 16, 2026
2026.7.16 BTF
✓ Decided: FCTS Building Task Force meeting held; no substantive decisions made
The Franklin County Technical School Building Task Force met on July 16, 2026, but the minutes record no votes, approvals, or substantive actions. The agenda included approval of prior minutes, an MSBA update, and public outreach plans, but no outcomes are reported.
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FCTS E-mail and web Posting: July 9, 2026
FRANKLIN COUNTY TECHNICAL SCHOOL
FCTS Building Task Force Committee Meeting
This meeting may be held remotely in accordance with the
Governor of Massachusetts’ March 12,2020 Order Suspending Certain Provisions
of the Open Meeting Law G.L.c. Section 20.
Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2026 Location: Franklin County Tech School
82 Industrial Blvd.
Turners Fall, MA 01376
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Members: Ryan Rege, Richard Kuklewicz, Brian Spadafino, Joe Mazeski,
Brad Stafford, Jeff Budine, Liz Bouchard, Margaret Nugent, Amber Crochier, Joseph
Gamache, Robert Provost, Walter Ramsay
To eliminate unauthorized individuals from entering the meeting the following protocols will be
implemented: Contact Janice Momaney at: jmomaney@fcts.us Submit your email and phone number
that would be used to access the meeting for verification purposes.
________________________________________________________________________________________
I. Approval of the Minutes of April 8, 2026
II. MSBA Update
III. Public Outreach Plans
IV. Next Meeting Date – TBD
V. Other
VI. Adjourn
______________________________________________________________________________________ ________________
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Thu Jul 16, 2026
07/16/26
Franklin County Cooperative Inspection Program Advisory Board to elect chair, review budget
The board will elect a chairperson for a two-year term, review meeting minutes from January and April 2026, and receive updates on program status and the FY27 budget. The meeting is hybrid at the JW Olver Transit Center in Greenfield and on Zoom.
- Election of Advisory Board Chairperson for a two-year term
- Review of meeting minutes from 1/15/26 and 4/16/26
- Financial Report: FY26 budget vs. actual, permit revenue, and FY27 budget
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Franklin County Cooperative Inspection Program Advisory Board Meeting Agenda
Date
July 16, 2026
Location Hybrid JW Olver
Transit Center,
12 Olive St.
Greenfield & on
Zoom (see link
below)
Facilitator Ray Purington
Time 4 -5:00 pm Room: Second Floor
Library
Minutes taken
by:
Gabby Grise
ATTENDEES: REGRETS:
STAFF:
MEMBERS & GUESTS:
Agenda items Estimated
Time
Key Person
1. Introductions 5 minutes Ray
2. Review of meeting minutes from 1/15/26 and 4/16/26 5 minutes Ray
3. Elect Advisory Board Chairperson- two-year term 5 Minutes Ray
4. Update Program Status 10 minutes Jim
5. Financial Report: FY26 budget to actual / Permit revenue / FY27
budget
15 minutes Bob
6. Other Business not reasonably anticipated by the chair 48 hours in
advance of the meeting
10 minutes New Chair
7. Meeting Schedule: Quarterly on 3rd Thursdays at 4pm (January,
April, July, October)
5 minutes New Chair
Parking at the Transit Center: Currently, the Olive Street Parking Garage (across from the Transit Center)
requires use of the Passport app to pay for parking. The Passport parking zone number for the garage is 4751.
The first hour is free. M-F, 8am to 5pm = $1/hour. After 5pm = Free
The app can also be used to pay for parking in all of downtown Greenfield . Metered spots are available on
Bank Row and Hope Street. Daytime meeting attendees may not use the short term parking in the Transit
Center parking lot. Thank you!
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
07/16/26
Conservation Commission to review bog bridging project at Kestrel’s Woods
The Whately Conservation Commission will discuss additional bog bridging at Kestrel’s Whately Center Woods conservation area. The meeting will also review and approve minutes from the June 17, 2026, meeting and receive updates on WPA violations and enforcement.
- Additional bog bridging at Kestrel’s Whately Center Woods conservation area
- Updates on WPA violations and enforcement
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Whately Conservation Commission
July 15, 2026, 7 pm
Zoom Remote Public Meeting
(See information below for how to participate)
Agenda
1. Additional bog bridging at Kestrel’s Whately Center Woods conservation area
2. Review and approve minutes from the Conservation Commission’s June 17, 2026, meeting
3. Updates and other business
• Updates on WPA violations and enforcement
Pursuant to Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2021, this meeting/public hearing will be conducted via
remote means. Members of the public who wish to access the meeting may do so in the
following manner (see below). No in-person attendance of members of the public will be
permitted, and public participation in any public hearing conducted during this meeting shall be
by remote means only. We will post a video recording of this meeting/public hearing via fcat
community media assessable from the Town of Whately website (https://www.whately.org/).
Topic: Whately Conservation Commission
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
07/14/26
✓ Decided: Subcommittee advances superintendency agreement to full board
The Superintendency Agreement Sub Committee met virtually on July 14, 2026. Members reviewed and approved the minutes from June 10, 2026. After discussing changes to the draft superintendency agreement, the subcommittee voted to move the agreement to the full committee for further action. The meeting then adjourned.
- Approved minutes of June 10, 2026
- Voted to move draft superintendency agreement to full committee
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Committee: Superintendency Agreement Sub Committee Meeting Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Meeting Place: Superintendent’s Office 113 North Main Street, South Deerfield, MA 01373 Meeting Format: Virtual - The public is welcome to join online. Time: 1:30 PM AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Review and Approve minutes of June 10, 2026 3. Update on the Draft of the Superintendency Agreement Document Discussion of changes to Agreement, Vote: to move agreement to full committee, (if
Completed)
4. Adjournment
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
07/14/26
Water commissioners to review June pumping, chlorination reports and FY26 budget
The Whately Water Commissioners will meet to review and vote on June 2026 meeting minutes, discuss pumping and chlorination reports, consider abatements, and recap the FY26 budget. Old business includes rules and regulations, solar for the treatment plant, storage at 71 Chestnut Plain Road, and a chlorine pump and tank.
- Review pumping information and chlorination reports for June 2026
- Abatements
- FY26 budget recap
- Solar for treatment plant
- 71 Chestnut Plain Road storage
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Whately Water Commissioners
Meeting agenda for Tuesday, July 14, 9:00 AM
Town Offices 4 Sandy Lane
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1: Meeting Minutes:
A: Review and vote to approve meeting minutes from the June 2026 meetings
2: New Business:
A: Review pumping information and chlorination reports for June 2026
B: Abatements
C: Fy 26 budget Recap
3: Old Business:
A: Rules and Regulations
B: Solar for treatment plant
C: 71 Chestnut Plain Road storage
D: Chlorine pump and tank
4: Superintendent Update:
5: Items Not Anticipated within 48 of posting:
Mon Jul 13, 2026
07/13/26
Historical Commission discusses walking tour plans
The Whately Historical Commission is meeting virtually to approve minutes from the June 8, 2026 meeting and discuss plans for the Whately Center Walking Tour. No other substantive decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.
- Approve minutes of June 8, 2026 meeting
- Plans for Whately Center Walking Tour
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TOWN OF WHATELY
Whately, Massachusetts
Historical Commission
historicalcommission@whately.org
Written correspondence should be addressed to:
4 Sandy Lane, South Deerfield, MA 01373
AGENDA
WHATELY HISTORICAL COMMISSION
Virtual Meeting, Monday, July 13, 2026
5:00 PM
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• Approve minutes of June 8, 2026 meeting
• Plans for Whately Center Walking Tour
• Other business
Mon Jul 13, 2026
07/13/26
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TOWN OF WHATELY-571499-571499
Whately, Massachusetts
-45719976200
Historical Commission
historicalcommission@whately.org
Written correspondence should be addressed to:
4 Sandy Lane, South Deerfield, MA 01373
Minutes of the Whately Historical Commission
Virtual meeting, Monday, July 13, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Attending: Ashlee Haslett, Judy Markland, Susan Baron (taking minutes)
Absent: Allison Bell, Mary Stuart
June meeting minutes were approved.
Continued review of plans for Whately Center walking tour:
Judy and Susan both commented that the draft Ashlee wrote for the tour was excellent, providing great information in an engaging narrative tone. Ashlee believes it needs more work to unify the descriptions and to add the text for Town Hall.
Judy organized the sections to start with the Milk Bottle and head south on the east side of the street and then cross at the church and proceed north on the west side of the street. The tour ends at the cemetery and Ashlee suggested inviting those on the tour to look around the cemetery for names mentioned during the tour.
Judy shared a few pieces of history to consider including and will send Ashlee notes. Judy will send Ashlee the PowerPoint presentation relating to the history of Town Hall. Judy suggested reworking the end of the section on the Stockade to include a mention of native populations inhabiting this area. Judy will sent Ashlee addresses for the selected buildings.
Next steps:
Judy suggested at some point we should brie …
Thu Jul 9, 2026
07/09/26
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Town of Whately Giving Garden
Committee
Draft Meeting Minutes
Date: July 9, 2026
Time: Not specified in transcript
Location: Remote/Zoom
Meeting Called to Order By: Julianna Waggoner
Attendees
Based on the transcript, attendees included:
•
Julianna Waggoner
•
Terry
•
Stan
•
Caroline / Town of Whately representative
Amy briefly joined/was referenced during the meeting, and other volunteers and community
members were discussed.
1. Call to Order
Julianna Waggoner called the meeting of the Whately Giving Garden Committee to order on July 9,
2026. She thanked committee members and volunteers for keeping Giving Garden activities running
while she was away.
2. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
The Committee discussed the status of prior meeting minutes and whether approved minutes had
been posted to the Town website.
It was noted that meeting minutes are only posted once they have been approved by committee
vote and sent to the appropriate Town email address for posting. The Committee recognized that
approved minutes from earlier meetings may not yet have been submitted for posting.
Caroline indicated she would look through prior emails to gather approved minutes and send them
in for posting. The Committee did not approve prior minutes at this meeting because they were not
available.
Action Item: Caroline to review prior emails, gather previously approved minutes, and submit them
for posting.
3. General Program Updates / Recent Giving Garden …
Thu Jul 9, 2026
07/09/26
Giving Garden Committee discusses plant swap, pantry ops, and garden program
This is a regular meeting of the Whately Giving Garden Committee. The committee will discuss general program updates, the plant and seed swap, pantry operations, the raised garden bed program, and a refrigerator painting contest. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or spending are listed.
- Plant and seed swap logistics and volunteer needs
- Pantry operations and food quality reminders
- Raised garden bed program updates and feedback
- Refrigerator painting contest status and timeline
- Donation tracking and future funding opportunities
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Town of Whately
Giving Garden Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM
Location:
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1. Call to Order
• Quorum confirmation
2. Approval of Minutes
• Approval of prior meeting minutes, if available
3. General Program Updates
• Review of recent Giving Garden activities
• Committee member updates
• Discussion of any current needs or concerns
4. Plant & Seed Swap / Seasonal Activities
• General update on plant and seed swap activity
• Volunteer coverage and supply needs
• Signage, setup, and logistics for upcoming dates
• Community participation and feedback
5. Pantry Operations
• Pantry inventory and organization
• Food quality reminders and donation guidelines
• Packaging or bulk item handling needs
• Supplies, containers, and volunteer support
6. Raised Garden Bed Program
• General program updates
• Recipient feedback, if available
• Mid-season photos or outreach opportunities
• Future improvements or ideas for next year
7. Refrigerator Painting Contest / Community Engagement
• Contest status and outreach
• Submission process and timeline
• Website, social media, and town communications
• Planning for next steps
8. Website, Communications & Public Outreach
• Giving Garden webpage updates
• Town news, Facebook, Scoop, or other outreach
• Logo, flyers, and public-facing materials
• Opportunitie …
Wed Jul 8, 2026
07/08/26
Commission to review paddlers trail, Herlihy updates, and soccer season
The Recreation Commission will review and vote on meeting minutes from January, discuss the Connecticut River Paddlers Trail site tour and breakdown, receive Herlihy updates, and address the Belanger Memorial and soccer season. Old business includes a baseball recap. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 6:00 pm at Herlihy Park.
- Review and vote to approve meeting minutes from January meeting
- Whately’s Connecticut River Paddlers Trail site tour and breakdown
- Herlihy updates
- Belanger Memorial
- Soccer season
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Whately Recreation Commission
Meeting Agenda Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Herlihy Park @ 6:00pm
1) Meeting Minutes:
A: Review and vote to approve meeting minutes from January meeting
2) New Business:
A: Whately’s Connecticut River Paddlers Trail site tour and breakdown
B: Herlihy updates
C: Belanger Memorial
D: Soccer season
E: Items not anticipated
3) Old Business:
A: Baseball recap
B: Items not anticipated
4) Coordinator Update:
A: Items not anticipated
5) Items not anticipated within 48 hours of posting:
Wed Jul 8, 2026
07/08/26
✓ Decided: FCTS Building Task Force met July 8, 2026, no votes taken
The Franklin County Technical School Building Task Force held a meeting on July 8, 2026, but the minutes record no substantive decisions, approvals, or votes. The agenda included approval of prior minutes, an MSBA update, and public outreach plans, but no outcomes are reported.
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FCTS E-mail and web Posting: June 24, 2026
FRANKLIN COUNTY TECHNICAL SCHOOL
FCTS Building Task Force Committee Meeting
This meeting may be held remotely in accordance with the
Governor of Massachusetts’ March 12,2020 Order Suspending Certain Provisions
of the Open Meeting Law G.L.c. Section 20.
Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 Location: Franklin County Tech School
82 Industrial Blvd.
Turners Fall, MA 01376
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Members: Ryan Rege, Richard Kuklewicz, Brian Spadafino, Joe Mazeski,
Brad Stafford, Jeff Budine, Liz Bouchard, Margaret Nugent, Amber Crochier, Joseph
Gamache, Robert Provost, Walter Ramsay
To eliminate unauthorized individuals from entering the meeting the following protocols will be
implemented: Contact Janice Momaney at: jmomaney@fcts.us Submit your email and phone number
that would be used to access the meeting for verification purposes.
________________________________________________________________________________________
I. Approval of the Minutes of April 8, 2026
II. MSBA Update
III. Public Outreach Plans
IV. Next Meeting Date – TBD
V. Other
VI. Adjourn
_______ _______________________________________ __________________________________________________________ ___
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
07/07/26
Board of Health discusses explosives storage and beaver situation
The Whately Board of Health will meet to discuss the storage of explosives at the Baystate Blasting site and the board's role, as well as an update on the beaver situation on Route 5/10. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from May 26 and May 29, 2026, and updates from the Franklin Health Department. The next meeting is scheduled for September 2026 unless needed sooner.
- Discussion of explosives storage at Baystate Blasting site and BOH role
- Update on beaver situation on Rt. 5/10
- Approval of minutes from 5/26 and 5/29/26
- FHD updates
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Whately BOH meeting agenda: Tuesday, 7/7/2026, 5:30 p.m. via zoom:
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Minutes of 5/26 & 5/29/26
1. Updates: Whately
• Storage of explosives at Baystate Blasting site & BOH role
• Update: beaver situation on Rt. 5/10
• Other (unanticipated):
2. FHD updates:
BOH’s next meeting: Sept. 2026 (unless needed sooner)
Tue Jul 7, 2026
07/07/26
South County EMS Board to reorganize, hire staff, set schedule
The South County EMS Board of Oversight will reorganize, welcome a new chief, and discuss hiring staff. The board will also set its meeting schedule through October and review minutes from prior meetings.
- Reorganization of the Board of Oversight
- Welcome new Chief and gratitude for interim chief's work
- Hiring of needed staff
- Set meeting schedule up through October
- Review meeting minutes from April 7, April 21, and April 21 executive session, and May 14 joint meeting
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The listing of matters are 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.
POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISION OF M.G.L. CHAPTER 39 § 23A AS AMENDED
Committee: South County EMS - Board of Oversight
Place: 4 Sandy Lane, Whately, MA 01373
Day: Tuesday Date: July 7, 2026 Time: 18:00
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This meeting will be held in a hybrid fashion with the opportunity for both in-person attendance
and remote participation. Please note that while an option for remote attendance and/or
participation is being provided as a courtesy to the public, the meeting/hearing will not be
suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the virtual broadcast, unless
otherwise required by law. Members of the public with particular interest in any specific item on
this agenda should make plans for in-person vs. virtual attendance accordingly. The meeting
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Thu Jul 2, 2026
07/02/26
Public hearing on two-family dwelling at 9 River Road
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Chris Green's proposal to build a two-family detached dwelling at 9 River Road, with related site improvements. The board will also review and vote on minutes from the June 4 meeting. An application from Baystate Blasting for an amended special permit has been continued to August 6.
- Public hearing for two-family dwelling at 9 River Road by Chris Green of 25 River Road
- Request for statutory lot protections under MGL c. 40A, Article 6
- Review and vote on minutes from June 4, 2026
- Baystate Blasting special permit continued to August 6, 2026
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
REMOTE MEETING
AGENDA
July 2, 2026
The Zoning Board of Appeals of Whately will meet in public on Thursday, July 2 , at 6:00 pm. The
meeting will take place virtually via Zoom. All those wishing to attend the meeting may do so via
computer or telephone, by using the links below. The rules of decorum for a public meeting remain in
effect, and the Chairperson will seek comments from the public when appropriate to do so.
6:00 pm PUBLIC HEARING. Chris Green of 25 River Road, Whately, MA seeks to construct, allow
occupancy of, and use the property at 9 River Road, Whately, as a two-family detached dwelling,
together with related parking, driveway/access, utilities, septic, drainage, and site improvements; and
requests recognition/application of statutory lot protections under MGL c. 40A, Article 6, for single
and two-family residential use.
6:30 pm REVIEW of and VOTE to approve Minutes from June 4, 2026, public meeting.
OTHER: Topics not reasonably anticipated at time of agenda posting.
OF NOTE: Application from Baystate Blasting for an amended special permit CONTINUED to
August 6, 2026
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Tue Jun 30, 2026
06/30/26
Planning Board to vote on Whately Comprehensive Plan, discuss cannabis social consumption
The Whately Planning Board will review and possibly vote on the town's Comprehensive Plan. They will also discuss allowing social consumption of cannabis as a new commercial use and a proposal for food trucks at 268 State Road.
- Possible vote on approval of the Comprehensive Plan for Whately
- Discussion of commercial use of 268 State Road for food trucks
- Discussion of whether to allow social consumption of cannabis as a new commercial use
- Discussion of Town Counsel feedback on draft Planning Board Rules & Regulations
- Discussion of candidates for 2027 zoning amendment projects
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Notice of Accommodations: Individuals needing special accommodations for effective communication, such as
a sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device, print material in digital format, or other reasonable
accommodations during this meeting should notify the Planning Board Chair as soon as possible and not less than
two working days prior to the meeting.
Public Meeting
Planning Board
DATE & TIME: Tuesday, June 30th, 2026, at 5:30 pm
LOCATION: Whately Town Offices, Conference Room, 4 Sandy Lane, Whately, MA
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AGENDA
1. Review and approve minutes
2. Review the Comprehensive Plan for Whately and possibly vote on approval
3. Discuss possible commercial use of 268 State Road for food trucks
4. Discuss whether to allow social consumption of cannabis as a new commercial use
5. Discuss Town Counsel feedback (if available) on draft Planning Board Rules & Regulations
6. Discuss candidates for 2027 zoning amendment projects
7. Topics not anticipated within 48 hours of scheduled meeting
8. Adjourn
Thu Jun 18, 2026
06/18/26
Foothills Health District exec committee discusses FY27 budget
The Foothills Health District Executive Committee is meeting to discuss the FY27 budget and payroll options in executive session, along with updates on permit software and board chair transition. The agenda is largely procedural with no final decisions scheduled.
- Executive session on FY27 budget and payroll options
- Report on Opengov and Permiteyes permit software updates
- FHD board chair transition discussion
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FOOTHILLS HEALTH DISTRICT Exec. Committee meeting
Time: June 18, 2026 - 06:00 PM
Via zoom
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Meeting ID: 976 9785 5125
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AGENDA:
Minutes of May 28, 2026 meeting
Updates and discussion:
• Executive session: topic FY27 budget and payroll options
• Report on: Opengov and Permiteyes permit software updates
• FHD board chair transition
• Other not anticipated:
Next FHD exec cttee. meeting: as needed, 2026
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