Salem
Upcoming
City Council
The Committee on Community and Economic Development will meet to discuss a resolution regarding rent stabilization. This meeting is co-posted with the Committee of the Whole.
- Rent Stabilization Resolution
School Committee
The Salem School Committee will hold a special meeting to interview Thomas Welch, a finalist for the district superintendent position. The session will focus solely on this personnel interview before adjourning. No policy votes, budget approvals, or public hearings are scheduled.
- Interview of superintendent finalist Thomas Welch
- Special meeting at 29 Highland Ave., Rm. 227
School Committee
The Salem School Committee is holding a special meeting to conduct a final interview for the position of Superintendent. The session focuses exclusively on evaluating candidate Jorge Allen.
- Interview of Superintendent finalist Jorge Allen
Housing Authority Board
The Salem Housing Authority Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the Draft State Annual Plan/Capital Improvement Plan. They will also discuss routine reports, including finances, vacancies, and an elevator project.
- Public hearing on Draft State Annual Plan/Capital Improvement Plan
- Board vote on State Annual Plan/Capital Improvement Plan
- Final payment of $18,870 for elevator upgrade at 27 Charter Street
- Approval of write-offs through June 30, 2026 per Public Housing Notice 2017-17
- Discussion of Federal Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for FY 2026
Salem Redevelopment Authority
The Salem Redevelopment Authority will discuss an update on the redevelopment of the historic courthouses and the Crescent Lot. They will also consider appointing Joe Badowski to the Design Review Board and review a small project for window replacement at 6 Front Street. Approval of prior meeting minutes and financial reports are also on the agenda.
- Appointment of Joe Badowski to DRB for term vacated by Kate Martin, expires Oct 9, 2027
- Small project review for replacement of 34 windows at 6 Front Street
- Update on redevelopment of historic courthouses and the Crescent Lot
- Review of SRA financials
- Approval of June 10, 2026 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council Committee on Government Services will meet jointly with the Committee of the Whole to discuss applications submitted to the Community Preservation Committee. Items may include proposed projects using funds from the Community Preservation Act.
- Community Preservation Committee Applications
Planning Board
The board will consider multiple large-scale developments, including adaptive reuse for housing and new construction. Key items include a multi-phase residential project at Harrison Road and an affordable housing/shelter proposal near Margin Street.
- Forest River Residences: Adaptive reuse of three Salem State buildings for 145 dwelling units at 8 Harrison Road
- North Shore Community Development Corp: Site plan and landscape amendments for Lafayette Street and Derby Street properties
- Affordable Housing/Shelter: Demolition and adaptive reuse for 53 affordable homes and a 70-bed shelter near Margin Street
- Pickering Wharf Complex: Proposed demolition of upper floors to add 18 new dwelling units at 57 Wharf Street
- Decision extension request for 252 Bridge Street through July 17, 2026
School Committee
The Salem School Committee will hold a special meeting to interview Andrew Bott, the finalist for superintendent of Salem Public Schools. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.
- Interview of superintendent finalist Andrew Bott
Housing Authority Board
The Salem Historical Commission will discuss and potentially vote on certificates of appropriateness and demolition delay waivers for four properties. Items include an electrical disconnect at 2 River Street, a demolition delay waiver for a roof at 15 Willow Avenue, an entrance modification at 21 North Street, and another demolition delay waiver for a roof at 26 Linden Street. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.
- 2 River Street – Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior electrical disconnect
- 15 Willow Avenue – Waiver of Demolition Delay to demolish >50% of roof on house >50 years old
- 21 North Street – Certificate of Appropriateness to modify entrance
- 26 Linden Street – Waiver of Demolition Delay to demolish >50% of roof on house >50 years old
City Council
The Salem City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to review findings from the Jefferson Avenue Corridor Study. Officials will discuss planning recommendations for this key thoroughfare. No binding votes or policy changes are scheduled for this session.
- Review of the Jefferson Avenue Corridor Study
City Council
The City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the findings and recommendations of the City Seal Task Force Report. No votes or formal actions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Discussion of #588 City Seal Task Force Report
City Council
The City Council Committee on Public Health, Safety and Environment, co-posted with the Committee of the Whole, will meet on August 6, 2026, to discuss an ordinance amendment that would regulate or ban gas-powered leaf blowers. The meeting is open to the public both in-person and via Zoom.
- Ordinance Amendment relative to Gas Powered Leaf Blowers
City Council
The Salem City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the City Seal Task Force Report. This is the sole agenda item for the meeting.
- Discussion of City Seal Task Force Report (#588)
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Salem Harbor Port Authority
The Salem Harbor Port Authority meeting scheduled for July 2, 2026 has been canceled due to a holiday and will not be rescheduled. The next regular meeting is August 6, 2026.
Historical Commission
The Salem Historical Commission will vote on a waiver of demolition delay for a garage over 50 years old at 225 Loring Avenue, and decide on certificates of appropriateness for numerous properties including new heat pump installation at 415 Essex Street, a 2-story addition at 21 Warren Street, and solar panels at 1A Cambridge Street. Many items are continuations from previous meetings. The meeting also includes a letter of support for a MAAB variance request for St. Peter's Church.
- Demolition delay waiver for garage at 225 Loring Avenue (older than 50 years)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for heat pump installation at 415 Essex Street
- Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior modifications and 2-story addition at 21 Warren Street
- Certificate of Appropriateness for solar panel installation at 1A Cambridge Street
- Request for letter of support for MAAB variance at St. Peter's Church, 24 St. Peter Street
Conservation Commission
The special meeting scheduled for July 1, 2026, has been cancelled. The commission will next meet on its regular schedule on July 21, 2026.
Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee
The Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee will review the city's Bike Master Plan and prioritize street improvements. The group will also discuss updates to the bikeshare program and coordinate upcoming community cycling events.
- Discussion of Bike Master Plan
- Complete Streets Prioritization Plan review
- Bikeshare program updates
- Planning for Spokes & Stripes July 4th Bike Parade and Heritage Days Parade
- Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
Planning Board
The Salem Planning Board will hold continuances of public hearings for three major development projects: the 145-unit adaptive reuse of former Salem State buildings (Forest River Residences), a 48-unit veteran housing project at 50 Washington Street, and amendments to a culvert condition for the Lafayette/Derry health center project. The board will also vote to appoint a member to the Community Preservation Committee.
- Continued hearing for 145-unit adaptive reuse of Salem State South Campus buildings (8 & 9 Harrison Rd., 262 & 266 Loring Ave.)
- Continued hearing for 48 studio apartments for veterans at 50 Washington Street (Tabernacle Congregational Church property)
- Continued hearing for amendments to culvert conditions (conditions 14g & 14h) for North Shore Community Development/Health Center project at Lafayette/Derby/Peabody Streets
- Vote to appoint a Planning Board member to the Community Preservation Committee
- Review and approval of draft minutes from June 4, 2026
City Council
The council will consider several mayoral appointments to city boards and commissions. Additionally, they will review fund transfers and appropriations related to purchasing and copier supplies.
- Appointment of Brittany Dove as Assistant City Treasurer
- Appointment of Krystle Brown to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
- Appointment of Dr. Javier Garcia-Perez to the Race Equity Commission
- Re-appointment of Kirt Rieder to the Planning Board
- Re-appointment of Peter Habib to the Zoning Board of Appeals
City Council
The City Council Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs will meet to discuss the granting of certain licenses for seaworms. This single-item meeting will be held in person with remote access available. No other agenda items are listed.
- Discussion of granting certain licenses for seaworms
City Council
The City Council Committee on Administration and Finance, co-posted with the Committee of the Whole, will meet to discuss the proposed Five Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2027-2031. This meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.
- Discussion of Proposed Five Year CIP 2027-2031
Transportation Commission
The Transportation Commission and Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee will hold a special joint meeting to discuss an updated Complete Streets Prioritization Plan. The plan is no longer required by MassDOT but is still encouraged. Public comments will be taken at the start of the meeting.
- Discussion of updated Complete Streets Prioritization Plan
- Public comment period (15 min, 3 min per person)
- Director's update on transportation matters
Sustainability, Energy, & Resiliency Committee
The Sustainability, Energy, and Resiliency Committee will review updates from the City Council and Sustainability Department. The group will discuss a meeting with Senator Lovely regarding cuts to Mass Save and refine the committee's mission statement and social media strategy.
- Discussion of Mass Save funding cuts
- Review of SERC mission statement
- Planning for SERC subcommittees
- Social media and city webpage strategy
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board will review five sign applications in the Urban Renewal Area and one interpretive signage project at 266 Canal Street. They will also approve minutes from May 20, 2026, and receive staff updates.
- 100 Washington Street: Black Cat sign
- 11 Church Street: Sinistry sign
- 259 Essex Street: Warren Museum sign
- 24 Congress Street: Mexizol sign
- 60 Washington Street: Odd Meter Coffee & Kitchen sign
Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee
The Salem Transportation Commission and Bicycling & Shared Path Advisory Committee will hold a special joint meeting to discuss an updated Complete Streets Prioritization Plan. The plan was previously required for MassDOT grants but is now encouraged. The meeting includes public comments and other routine business.
- Discussion of updated Complete Streets Prioritization Plan
School Committee
The School Committee will review interview questions and schedules for the upcoming superintendent search. The body will also vote on ratifying the contract for the Executive Director of Special Education and approve several FY26 payment warrants.
- Ratification of Executive Director of Special Education contract
- Approval of FY26 warrants: $1,262,138.21 (6/4/26) and $735,035.13 (6/11/26)
- Discussion of superintendent interview questions and upcoming interviews
- Approval of Salem High School JROTC field trip to Buzzards Bay, MA
- Technology and Finance and Operations reports
School Committee
The committee will receive an update on the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) High School project. The primary focus is a presentation on restroom layouts, incorporating student and staff feedback and new Massachusetts plumbing codes regarding gender-neutral and inclusive facilities.
- MSBA High School Building Project update
- Review of student survey data showing 39% preference for individual restrooms
- Discussion of Massachusetts Plumbing Code updates (Dec 2023) regarding multi-stall gender-neutral restrooms
- Review of proposed restroom locations across four floors of the new high school