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Sharon SpringsNY averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$117,000 Typical home value $234,475 +3.4% yr/yr · +36.3% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (133)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Health
- Chuck Levine
- Hillary Johnson
- Hope Klassman
Who’s on the Commission on Disabilities
- James Newton
- Kim Hokanson
- Susan Friedman
- Arnold Wallanstein
- Geila Aaronson
- Geila Aronson
- Lois Diamond
- Paul Remy
- Rusty Callaway
- Susan Myerson
- Arnold Wallenstein
- Bethanne Durrell
- Kim
Who’s on the Council on Aging Board
- J. Cooperman
- E. Feldman
- N. Grossman
- R. Edelston
- M. Kempner
- J. Shapiro
- K. Siegel
- L. Magoba
- H. Switlekowski
- K. Goyette
- K. Thibeault
- P. Remy
- R. Gorden
Who’s on the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
- Jennifer Illuzzi
- Kim Hokanson
- Nada Hashmi
- Robert Soffer
- Jillian Jennett
- Kiana Baskin
- Matt Zinno
- Serena Bien-Aime
- Shelley Keimach
- Amoli Deshpande
- Christopher Dumais
- Lauren Grasso
- Georgeann Lewis
- Hanna Switlekowski
- Sayjal Menon
- Sgt Chris Dumais
- Toben Asklar
Who’s on the Energy Advisory Committee and Municipal Solar Advisory Committee
- Silas Fyler
- Arnold Wallenstein
- Chris Pimental
Who’s on the Finance Committee
- Anja Bernier
- Ira Miller
- Daniel Lewenberg
- Donald Brichta
- Jonathan Greenberg
- Phillip King
- Zach Altman
- Keith Morris
- Mike Hartford
- Olga Volfson
- Chris Pimental
- Adam Shain
- Alex Derevianko
- Allan Motenko
- Chris Pimentel
- Dan Newman
- Georgeann Lewis
- Julie Rowe
- Michael Jolin
- Sharon Duret
Who’s on the Library Reuse Committee
- Joel Fishman
- Judy Crosby
- Roni Thaler
- Michael Fillion
- Gail Ader
- Mike Fillion
Who’s on the Library Trustees
- Abby Phillips
- Judy Crosby
- Kristin Greenspan
- Megan
- Municipal
- Rockland
Who’s on the Nominating Committee of the Finance Committee
- Anne Carney
- Ari Goldschneider
- Donald Brichta
- Ira Miller
- Jay Bronstein
- William Heitin
- Alex Derevianko
- Colleen Tuck
- Judy Crosby
- Michael Jolin
- Sharon Magen
Who’s on the Select Board
- Adam Shain
- Allan Motenko
- Dan Newman
- Georgeann Lewis
- Julie Rowe
Who’s on the Sharon Cultural Council
- Aaron Glick
- Adara Meyers
- Emily Blumenthal
- Jesus Villanueva
- Meg Winikates
- Mridula Satyamurti
- Nikki Vijaybhaskar
- Barbara Freedman
- Ellen Bender
- Grishma Jhamb
- Jane Wang Bielawa
- Jill Dougherty
- Meren Kim
- Nancy Hall
- Pat Olken
- Regina Juco
- Susana Reyes Mejia
- Valerie Vigodas
Who’s on the Sharon Independence Day Celebration Committee
- Bob Weeks
- Brett Musco
- Humberto Toledo
- Katrena Traut-Savino
- Paul Bergeron
- Scott Goldman
- Tim Traut-Savino
Who’s on the Sharon Substance Prevention and Resource Coalition (SSPARC)
- Don Williams
- Carly Malvesti
- Margie Mitland
- Meg Dussault
- Hope Klassman
- John Marsinelli
- John Masenelli
- Linda Callan
- Linda Callen
- Meg Dussault Summary
- Victoria Palmisano
Development activity
20251 housing units ($200K)
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Sharon Standing Building Committee
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Sharon Standing Building Committee
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Meeting ID
Password
www.zoom.us
661-933-1292
02067
https://zoom.us/j/6619331292?pwd=akFmV1A3RklXeEhyamlHeG5tRVdzZz09
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AGENDA
A. Open the meeting
B. Administration
1. Review and approve the August 18, 2026, meeting minutes (Absent: Baldassari, Richards, Gladstone)
C. Water Treatment Plant Project
1. Construction Updates
a. Process piping installation/painting
b. Electrical conduits/plumbing
c. Catch basin installation
d. Eversource
2. Invoice Voucher #46
a. Engineering Services from June 27 to August 14
b. Construction Services from June 1 to June 30
TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
Posted in accordance M. G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25 …
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Sharon Standing Building Selection Committee
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Sharon Standing Building Committee
Change Order Subcommittee
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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to enable your webcam, your image and background may be recorded with or without sound.
Online
Meeting ID
Password
www.zoom.us
509-811-4431
02067
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5098114431?pwd=Um5kLy9WbnBadHFCWnpaM1BEMHhvQT09
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1-312-626-6799
1-929-205-6099
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AGENDA
•
Open the meeting
•
Review and discuss PCO-08
•
Topics the Chair would like to discuss not known 48 hours in advance
•
Adjourn
The above topics represent what the Chair of the SSBC reasonably anticipates will be discussed at this meeting at the time
this meeting was posted. To ensure that Standing Building Committee meetings are both effective and efficient, while also
balancing the need to allow for public participation, the SSBC will allow for Public Comments at the discre …
Wed Sep 2, 2026
School Committee
School committee to hold closed-door teacher contract talks
The Negotiations Subcommittee will meet in executive session to conduct collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association and discuss strategy. No public action is expected; the only other item is adjournment.
- Executive session for collective bargaining with Sharon Teachers Association
- Discussion of bargaining strategy with Sharon Teachers Association
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
Negotiations Subcommittee Agenda
LOCATION OF MEETING: District Office, 75 Mountain Street, Sharon, MA 02067
DATE & TIME: Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 3:45 PM
AGENDA
I.
Executive Session
Motion and vote to meet in executive session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A,
section 21(a) for the following purpose:
a. Purpose (2) to conduct a collective bargaining session with the Sharon Teachers
Association.; and
b. Purpose (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Sharon
Teachers Association.
VIII.
Motion to Adjourn
Town Clerk
Wed Sep 2, 2026
School Committee
School Committee to vote on AP exam fees, handbooks, and sports fees
The Sharon School Committee will meet remotely on September 2, 2026, to discuss and vote on several items, including the AP exam registration process, student handbooks, policy EEAA, family cap and middle school sports fees, and whether to resume in-person meetings. They will also vote on approving minutes and an out-of-state field trip for 8th graders to Washington, DC. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session to review minutes.
- Discussion and possible vote on AP Exam Registration Process
- Discussion and possible vote on Handbooks
- Discussion and possible vote on Family Cap and Middle School Sports Fees
- Vote to approve out-of-state field trip: SMS Grade 8 to Washington, DC, April 6-9, 2027
- Payroll warrants totaling $83,581.23 and AP warrants totaling $594,009.45
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
School Committee Agenda
LOCATION OF MEETING: This meeting will be conducted remotely over Zoom. Attendance by
Board/Commission members will be remote and remote attendance shall count toward quorum. The meeting
will be broadcast live and recorded by Sharon TV. If you elect to enable your webcam, your image and
background may be broadcast with or without sound.
Online
Meeting ID
Password
https://us04web.zoom.us/
871 3244 7174
239904
https://sharonschools-net.zoom.us/j/87132447174?pwd=bqbPNV7aMTDgUpyJFu43uNsWp1s92H.1
DATE & TIME: Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 7:00 PM
AGENDA
I.
Community Updates
A. Public Comments
B. Correspondence
C. Student School Committee Representative(s) Update
II.
Superintendent Updates
A. General Updates
1. Hiring update
B. AP Exam Registration Process - Discussion and Possible Vote (Dr. Jocelyn)
III.
Discussion Items
A. Handbooks - Discussion and Possible Vote
B. Policy EEAA - Discussion and Possible Vote
C. Family Cap and Middle School Sports Fees – Discussion and Possible Vote
D. In-Person School Committee Meetings – Discussion and Possible Vote
E. Subcommittee to Facilitate Introduction and Meetings with Dr. Jocelyn and Various Stakeholder
Groups in the Sharon Community – Discussion and Possible Vote
IV.
Decision Items
A. Vote to Approve Minutes of 8.12.26
B. Vote to …
Thu Sep 3, 2026
Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee
Committee votes on DEP grant for septic phosphorus study
The Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee will review updates on lake levels and water quality, and discuss draft communications and grant deadlines. The primary decision is a vote on a DEP 604b grant proposal for a septic phosphorus loading study. The meeting is held online via Zoom and may be broadcast on Sharon TV.
- Vote on DEP 604b grant for septic phosphorus loading study and recommendations
- Review of lake level and lake test results
- Discussion of DEP 604b draft proposal and budget
- Confirmation of lead and team for Sharon Day event on Sept. 29
- Approval of August 5, 2026 meeting minutes
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LAKE MASSAPOAG ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2026 12:00-1:30 pm
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to enable your webcam, your image and background may be broadcast with or without sound.
Online
Meeting ID
Password
www.zoom.us
661-933-1292
02067
https://zoom.us/j/6619331292?pwd=akFmV1A3RklXeEhyamlHeG5tRVdzZz09
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AGENDA
1) Approval of August 5, 2026 LMAC Meeting minutes, welcome new member Lisa Bemben
2) Updates: Lake level, Lake test results, DASH, VMB lot construction
3) Events: Sharon Day Sunday 9/29 (confirm lead and team)
4) Discussion:
a) Communications: Draft WBP poster, edited VMB poster, Sept. Sharon Matters article
b) Grant cycles: DEP 604b deadline Oct 7; MVP Expression of Interest Sept 8-Oct 16
c) DEP 604b draft proposal/budget - septic phosphorus loading and recommendations - Suzi
5) Votes: DEP 604b …
Thu Oct 1, 2026
School Committee
School committee to hold closed-door teacher contract talks
The Negotiations Subcommittee will meet in executive session to conduct collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association and discuss strategy. The meeting is closed to the public and includes only a motion to adjourn.
- Executive session for collective bargaining with Sharon Teachers Association
- Discussion of bargaining strategy
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
Negotiations Subcommittee Agenda
LOCATION OF MEETING: District Office, 75 Mountain Street, Sharon, MA 02067
DATE & TIME: Thursday, October 1, 2026, 3:45 PM
AGENDA
I.
Executive Session
Motion and vote to meet in executive session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A,
section 21(a) for the following purpose:
a. Purpose (2) to conduct a collective bargaining session with the Sharon Teachers
Association.; and
b. Purpose (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Sharon
Teachers Association.
VIII.
Motion to Adjourn
Town Clerk
Sat Oct 3, 2026
Finance Committee
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Test COMMITTEE MEETING
Oct. 3, 2026
AGENDA
1) Discussion
2) Adjourn
TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
Posted in accordance M. G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
Town Clerk
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 27, 2026
Commission on Disabilities
Commission on Disabilities to discuss athletic fields, website, and beach accessibility
The Sharon Commission on Disabilities is meeting to discuss and review accessibility issues including athletic fields, town website, accessible fishing, the Post Office's automatic door opener, ADA self-evaluation, and accessibility at Community Beach and Memorial Beach. The agenda also includes a DEI liaison update, new business, and scheduling the next meeting.
- Athletic fields' accessibility review
- Town's website accessibility
- Post Office's automatic door opener
- Community Beach and Memorial Beach accessibility
- Playgrounds' accessibility
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Town of Sharon
Meeting Notice
POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF M.G.L. CHAPTER 39 SECTION 23A AS AMENDED.
Sharon Commission on Disabilities
LOCATION OF MEETING: Sharon Adult Center
Conference Room
Zoom option:
https://zoom.us/j/6619331292?pwd=akFmV1A3RklXeEhyamlHeG5tRVdzZz09
Password: 02067
Date & TIME: August 27, 2026, 7:00 PM
Agenda
• Athletic fields’ accessibility
• Town’s website accessibility
• Accessible fishing
• Post Office’s automatic door opener
• ADA self-evaluation
• Community Beach and Memorial Beach accessibility
• Playgrounds’accessibility
• DEI liaison
• New business
• Next meeting
• Adjournment
Town Clerk
Town Clerk
Thu Aug 27, 2026
Conservation Commission
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Conservation Commission
Thursday, August 27, 2026
7:30 PM
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Meeting ID
Password
www.zoom.us
250-039-2197
02067
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2500392197?pwd=ZVdUZEFodFF0dzVROEtTcEp5dEs4Zz09
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Commission Members will be meeting in person. All others on the agenda or
interested parties will be attending via the zoom link.
AGENDA
Continued Public Hearing
7:30 PM
NOI SE 280-0669 Bay Rd./Monarch Ln. – Birch Hill II Subdivision
Continuance Requested
Property Owner: Birch Hill Trust, Corp. Rep: Steve Gioiosa, SITEC
Engineering & Environmental Consulting
8:00 PM Land Disturbance Permit (LDP-0003) Sunrise Senior Living
313 Norwood St, 317 Norwood St, and 5 Edge Hill Road
Sunrise Development with M …
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Select Board
Select Board to hold public hearing on Eversource poles on Old Post Road
The Sharon Select Board will hold a public hearing on Eversource's request regarding poles, cable, wires, and fixtures on Old Post Road. The board will also discuss and vote on moving the official posting location for public meeting notices from the Town Offices bulletin board to the town website, and receive an update on the Athletic Fields Working Group report. Several appointments, licenses, and event approvals are on the consent calendar.
- Public hearing on Eversource poles, cable, wires, and fixtures on Old Post Road
- Discussion and vote on changing official meeting notice posting from bulletin board to town website
- Appointment of Select Board representative to Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee (term to June 30, 2028)
- One-day alcohol licenses for Tapped Beer Trucks at First Congregational Church Art in the Park (Sept 19) and Sharon Porchfest Afterparty (Aug 30)
- Posthumous 2026 Citizen of the Year award to Richard Gorden at Sharon Day (Sept 27)
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Sharon Community Television.
SHARON SELECT BOARD
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 – 7:00 pm
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Meeting ID
Password
www.zoom.us
584-648-7446
02067
https://zoom.us/j/5846487446?pwd=ZE45aUhrNXc3ayszKzVhcnBRR1BkZz09
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AGENDA
Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
1. 7:00 pm
Public comment period
2. 7:10 pm
Public Hearing – request from Eversource relative to poles, cable, wires, and fixtures
located on Old Post Road
a. Hearing Petition
b. Town Engineer memo
3. 7:25 pm
Consider appointment of a Select Board representative as a member of the
Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2028
a. Lisa Bemben
b. Kasia Gilek-Seibert
4. 7:40 pm
Discus …
Thu Aug 20, 2026
School Committee
School Committee to hold executive session on pending litigation
The Sharon School Committee will meet remotely on August 20, 2026. The sole agenda item is a motion to enter executive session to discuss strategy regarding pending litigation (Civil Action 2582CV00891), with no return to open session. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no public business items listed.
- Executive session vote under M.G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3) for litigation strategy
- Pending litigation: Civil Action 2582CV00891
- Remote meeting via Zoom, broadcast live and recorded by Sharon TV
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
School Committee Agenda
LOCATION OF MEETING: This meeting will be conducted remotely over Zoom. Attendance by
Board/Commission members will be remote and remote attendance shall count toward quorum. The meeting
will be broadcast live and recorded by Sharon TV. If you elect to enable your webcam, your image and
background may be broadcast with or without sound.
Online
Meeting ID
Password
https://us04web.zoom.us/
898 2607 1133
316861
https://sharonschools-net.zoom.us/j/89826071133?pwd=yiiKcILCQdhrazHdmbxIollttZUKCA.1
DATE & TIME: Thursday, August 20, 2026, 7:00 PM
AGENDA
I.
Executive Session
Motion and vote to meet in executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, s. 21 (a)(3) to discuss strategy with
respect to pending litigation (Civil Action 2582CV00891) because an open meeting may have a detrimental
effect on the litigation position of the Sharon School Committee and the chair so declares; not to return to Open
Session.
The above topics represent what the Chair of the Sharon School Committee reasonably anticipates will be discussed at this meeting at
the time this meeting was posted.
* When Public Comment is on the agenda, School Committee allows members of the public to speak on agenda items. In general:
●
Time for comments may be limited by the Chair as necessary
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Public Comment is not intended as a back and fo …
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to discuss PO Square Guidelines and litigation strategy
The Sharon Planning Board is meeting virtually to discuss a bond release for the Audubon Preserve Subdivision and a proposal for PO Square Guidelines. The board will also enter executive session to discuss strategy in litigation brought by Sunrise Senior Living against the board. The meeting includes standard items like minutes approval and scheduling.
- Audubon Preserve Subdivision bond release
- Discussion of PO Square Guidelines Proposal
- Executive session on litigation: Sunrise Senior Living, LLC v. Town of Sharon Planning Board (Land Court Case No. 26 PS 000212)
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Planning Board Meeting
Thursday, August 20th, 2026 - 7:00 PM
Meeting held via ZOOM
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Meeting ID
Password
www.zoom.us
509-811-4431
02067
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5098114431?pwd=Um5kLy9WbnBadHFCWnpaM1BEMHhvQT09
BY PHONE
1-312-626-6799
1-929-205-6099
1-253-215-8782
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1-346-248-7799
1-669-900-6833
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AGENDA
o Chair opening comments
o Audubon Preserve Subdivision Bond release
o Discussion of PO Square Guidelines Proposal
o Meeting Minutes
o Next Meeting Date(s): 9/3, 9/17, 10/1
o Any topic not known to Chair 48 hours in advance
o Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to
litigation entitled Sunrise Senior Living, LLC v. Town of Sharon Planning Board, et al., Land
Court Civil Action No. 26 PS 000212.
o Review Executive …
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Water Management Advisory Committee
Water committee to review drought status and water master plan update
The Water Management Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss the town's drought status, the Water Master Plan, and the new water treatment plant. They will also approve the June meeting minutes and hear a report on Water Department activities for June-July 2026.
- Approve minutes of June 18, 2026 meeting
- Drought status update
- Sharon Water Master Plan update
- New Water Treatment Plant update
- Water Department activity report for June-July 2026
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TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF
M.G.L. CHAPTER 39 SECTION 23A AS AMENDED.
WATER MANAGEMENT ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
VIRTUAL MEETING
Meeting ID: 661 933 1292
Password: 02067
DATE & TIME: August 20th 2026 at 7:30pm
In compliance with the Governor’s emergency declaration relative to the conduct of public meetings, the Town has arranged to
conduct remote meetings using Zoom video/audio conferencing.
**Important note** Sharon TV will likely broadcast virtual Board and Committee meetings on Sharon TV. If you elect to
enable your webcam, your image and background may be broadcast with or without sound.
1 - When the meeting is about to start, click this link:
Meeting ID 661 933 1292 Password: 02067
https://zoom.us/j/6619331292?pwd=akFmV1A3RklXeEhyamlHeG5tRVdzZz09
or navigate to https://us04web.zoom.us/ in your web browser and Join The Meeting using the meeting ID and password indicated
above. The first time you use Zoom, a desktop client will be installed. Connect with computer audio to use your computer’s
microphone and/or speakers. Once the meeting starts, use the control in the top right corner to choose Speaker or Gallery view.
You might want to pin the host video stream instead of having the video switch between participants as they speak while in …
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Library Trustees
Library trustees to review policies, traffic system, director probation
The Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from the treasurer, budget, Friends, Foundation, Building and Grounds, and the director, and discuss communications. They will also consider a traffic counting system, review several policies (Lost and Found, Staff Development, Photography/Filming/Recording, Circulation), and conduct a director probationary review. The agenda includes routine items and specific discussions.
- Traffic counting system discussion
- Policy reviews: Lost and Found, Staff Development, Photography/Filming/Recording, Circulation
- Director probationary review
- Reports from Treasurer, Budget, Friends, Foundation, Building and Grounds (including landscaping)
- Approve minutes of July 15, 2026
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TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS
OF M.G.L. CHAPTER 39 SECTION 23A AS AMENDED.
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
IN PERSON MEETING
DATE & TIME: August 19, 2026 6:00 p.m.
LOCATION OF MEETING: Sharon Public Library, 1 School St., Carpeno History Room
AGENDA
1.Approve Minutes of July 15, 2026
2.Reports:
Treasurer
Budget
Friends
Foundation
Building and Grounds
- Landscaping
Director’s Report
3.Communications
4. Traffic counting system
5. Policies
a. Lost and Found
b. Staff Development
c. Photography, Filming and Recording
d. Circulation
6.Next Meetings
7.Director Probationary Review
8.Topics the Chair would like to discuss not known 48 hours in advance
Note: Items may not be discussed in the order listed or at the specific time estimated. Times are approximate.
The meeting likely will be broadcast and videotaped for later broadcast by Sharon Community Television.
Wed Aug 19, 2026
TEST
Planning Board to hold public hearing on Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw amendment
The Sharon Planning Board will meet via Zoom to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a public hearing on amending the Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw to align with state guidelines and Attorney General direction. The board will also discuss a battery energy storage system bylaw, receive an update from the Lake Management Advisory Committee, and make a committee appointment.
- Public hearing on Section 8.1 Accessory Dwelling Unit bylaw amendment
- Discussion of battery energy storage system bylaw
- Lake Management Advisory Committee update
- Committee appointment to SBC-SC
- Meeting held via Zoom; broadcast on Sharon Community Television
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Planning Board Meeting
Thursday, February 26th, 2026 - 7PM
Meeting held via ZOOM
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AGENDA
7:00 PM - Chair(s) opening comments
7:00 PM - Zoning Bylaw Public Hearing to discuss an amendment to the Section 8.1 Accessory Dwelling Unit
as per the State Guidelines and direction of the Attorney General.
7:20 PM - Lake Management Advisory Committee
7:30 PM - Battery energy storage system bylaw
7:40 PM - Committee Appointment - PB needs to appoint a rep to the SBC-SC
7:50 PM - Minutes
8:00 PM - Sunrise Commentary
8:10 PM - Ne …
Wed Aug 19, 2026
School Committee
School Committee to vote on middle school sports fees, superintendent appointment rescission
The Sharon School Committee will discuss and possibly vote on middle school sports fees and a family cap, whether to hold in-person meetings, and a motion to rescind the July 29, 2026 appointment of the superintendent effective July 1, 2027. They will also vote on accepting donations, including a $10,000 marijuana mitigation fund donation and up to $20,000 from SHS Boosters, and approve club funding and minutes. The agenda includes several policy referrals and a subcommittee to facilitate introductions with Dr. Jocelyn.
- Discussion and possible vote on middle school sports fees and family cap
- Motion to rescind July 29, 2026 appointment of superintendent effective July 1, 2027
- Vote to accept $10,000 Marijuana Mitigation Fund donation
- Vote to accept up to $20,000 donation from SHS Boosters for 2026-2027
- Referrals to policy subcommittee: new policies on budget adoption and cell phones, revisions on student fundraising and superintendent recruitment
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
School Committee Agenda
LOCATION OF MEETING: This meeting will be conducted remotely over Zoom. Attendance by
Board/Commission members will be remote and remote attendance shall count toward quorum. The meeting
will be broadcast live and recorded by Sharon TV. If you elect to enable your webcam, your image and
background may be broadcast with or without sound.
Online
Meeting ID
Password
https://us04web.zoom.us/
816 8524 9348
804678
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DATE & TIME: Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
AGENDA
I.
Community Updates
A. Public Comments
B. Correspondence
C. Student School Committee Representative(s) Update
II.
Superintendent Updates
A. General Updates
1. Playground updates
III.
Discussion Items
A. Middle School Sports Fees and Family Cap – Discussion and Possible Vote
B. In-Person School Committee Meetings – Discussion and Possible Vote
C. Referrals to Policy Subcommittee – Discussion
i. (New) Policy DBG – Budget Adoption Procedures
ii. (New) Policy JICJA - Cell Phones
iii. (Revisions) Policy JJE - Student Fund Raising
iv. (Revisions) Policy CBB – Recruitment of Superintendent
v. Other Potential Referrals to Policy Subcommittee
D. Motion by Member to Rescind the July 29, 2026, Appointment of Superintendent Effective July
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Sharon Standing Building Committee
Water treatment plant construction updates and $36,986.77 invoice review
The Sharon Standing Building Committee will review construction updates for the Water Treatment Plant project, including roof testing, paving, and electrical work. They will also consider approval of meeting minutes and an invoice for engineering services from Weston & Sampson totaling $36,986.77.
- Invoice Voucher #45: Weston & Sampson #26080024 - $36,986.77 for engineering services June 27-July 24, 2026
- Roof testing passed on 08/10
- Process piping/instrumentation installation update
- Well #2 electrical work update
- Review and approve August 4, 2026 meeting minutes
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Sharon Standing Building Committee
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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AGENDA
A. Open the meeting
B. Administration
1. Review and approve the August 4, 2026, meeting minutes (Absent: Gietz, Richards, Gladstone, Thibault)
C. Water Treatment Plant Project
1. Construction Updates
a. Process piping/instrumentation installation
b. Roof testing – passed 08/10
c. Paving driveway
d. Process pipe coating
e. CMU wall coating
f. Well #2 electrical work
2. Follow-up responses from August 4, 2026 meeting
3. Invoice Voucher #45
TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
Posted in accordance M. G.L. c. 30A, § …
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Sharon Standing Building Committee
Zoom Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
SSBC Members
Matt Grosshandler, Chair -present
Wayne Gietz -absent
Marty Richards -absent
Matt Baldassari, Vice Chair -present
Gordon Gladstone -absent
Roger Thibault -absent
Rusty Callaway- ADA rep-present
Colleen Tuck -present
James Campisano -present
Rick Rice -present
SSBC Attendees and Others
Chris Pimentel – Fin/Com LIB rep
Julie Rowe- HS Rep.
Kevin Weber – DPW – HS
Vincent Raulinaitis – Facilities Dir. -HS-present
Richard Mills – DPW Facilities Superintendent
Elizabeth Curley-DPW
Allie Goldberg-WTP- W &S -present
Eric Hooper – Superintendent of DPW, WTP project rep-present
Margaret McCarthy -WTP- W&S -present
Rob Terpstra – WTP – DPW Water Div., WTP alt -present
Brion Wynn – WTP – W&S
Carolyn Weeks –LBC
Adam Kran -WTP- APEX
Cheryl Weinstein – Lib. Trustees
Alston Potts -WTP-APEX
LeeAnn Amend – former Lib Director
Mark Bedard – WTP - DOC
R. Drayton Fair – LLB – Lib
Paul Rivera – WTP - DOC
Brian Valentine – LLB – Lib
Andrew Dorval– WTP - DOC
Shawn Cormier, CHA, Project Manager LIB
Krystal Burrows – MOCC LIB
Aine Greeley SSBC- present
Karl Walsh – MOCC – Lib
Ken Wertz – (HS facilities consultant) -present
Randy Gagne – Lib Director
HS = High School; LIB = Library; WTP = Water Treatment Plant; All – All projects. CODE: PMA = PMA Consultants’ LLC, HS OPM; CCC = Consigli Construction Company, Inc., HS General Contractor; CHA = CHA Consulting Inc., LIB OPM; LLB = …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
School Committee
School Committee to hold executive session for teacher contract negotiations
The Negotiations Subcommittee will meet to discuss and conduct collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association. The meeting will be held in executive session as permitted by state law.
- Executive session for collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association
- Discussion of strategy regarding teacher contract negotiations
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
Negotiations Subcommittee Agenda
LOCATION OF MEETING: District Office, 75 Mountain Street, Sharon, MA 02067
DATE & TIME: Monday, August 17, 2026, 9:00 AM
AGENDA
I. Executive Session
Motion and vote to meet in executive session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A,
section 21(a) for the following purpose:
a. Purpose (2) to conduct a collective bargaining session with the Sharon Teachers
Association.; and
b. Purpose (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Sharon
Teachers Association.
VIII. Motion to Adjourn
Town Clerk
Thu Aug 13, 2026
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
DEI Committee to elect officers, plan events, and discuss website
The Sharon Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of minutes, and welcoming new members. The committee will elect office bearers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Clerk, Correspondence Clerk), discuss website upgrades, review the strategic plan, and plan upcoming events such as the Discover Series and Sharon Day. They will also consider guest speakers and possible changes to the public comment time limit.
- Election of office bearers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Clerk, Correspondence Clerk)
- Website upgrades and restructuring discussion
- Sharon Day planning for September 27, 2026, including a time capsule project
- Possible guest speakers: Tamisha Civil, Dalia Wassner, Astrid Mazariegos, Office Giovani Valmond
- Discussion of 3-minute limit on public comments
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION COMMITTEE
08/13/2026 – 7:00pm
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AGENDA
1. 7:00 p.m. Attendance
2. 7:05 p.m. Public comment (public comment will also be offered on select agenda items)
3. 7:10 p.m. Email correspondence (Bob Soffer); approval of minutes from 6/11/2026
4. 7:20 p.m. New member welcome! Anthony Fortunato and Griffin Weiner, welcome to the
Committee. Q & A and brief introductions (7 word biographies?).
a. Review of Meeting Norms and Guidelines (Bob)
4. 7:30 p.m. Election of Office Bearers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Clerk, Correspondence Clerk)
5. 7:45 p.m. Website: upgrades and discussion of restructuring (Jen Illuzzi/Jillian Jennett)
6. 8:00 p.m. Strategic plan check-in for members: where to focus efforts this year.
7. 8:10 p.m. Discover Serie …
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA to hear application for 125 Beach Street
The Sharon Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an application for 125 Beach Street. The board will also discuss any topics not anticipated within 48 hours of posting the agenda and review minutes from the July 22, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing for application 1945 at 125 Beach Street
- Other business: topics not anticipated within 48 hours of agenda posting
- Approval of minutes from July 22, 2026
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TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
Posted in accordance M. G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
AGENDA
Town Clerk
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
WEDNESDAY, August 12, 2026 — 7 PM
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| AGENDA
NEW HEARINGS:
1945 — 125 Beach Street
OTHER BUSINESS:
Topics not anticipated within 48 hours of posting agenda.
MINUTES:
July 22, 2026
*Applicant files available for viewing online: 2026 Zoning Board Applications | Sharon, MA
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Transportation Advisory Board
Transportation Advisory Board to discuss 2026 projects and East Street sidewalk letter
The Sharon Transportation Advisory Board is meeting via Zoom to discuss 2026 transportation projects, including South Main Street signals, the commuter rail/train station, and the Massapoag Rotary. The board will also review a letter regarding the East Street sidewalk and approve minutes from the July 14, 2026 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes or dollar amounts specified.
- Discussion of South Main Street Signals project
- Discussion of Commuter Rail/Train Station project
- Discussion of Massapoag Rotary project
- Review of East Street sidewalk letter
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 14, 2026
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Transportation Advisory Board Agenda
Wednesday, August 12th, 2026 7:00 PM
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AGENDA
• Chair introduction
• 2026 projects:
▪ South Main Street Signals
▪ Commuter Rail/Train Station
▪ Massapoag Rotary
• East Street sidewalk letter
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 14, 2026
• Next meeting date(s)
• Topics unknown to Chair 48 hours in advance
• Adjournment
TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
Posted in accordance M. G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
Town Clerk
Wed Aug 12, 2026
School Committee
School Committee to consider canceling $75,000 Cottage PTO playground donation
The Sharon School Committee will vote on whether to cancel acceptance of a $75,000 donation from the Cottage PTO for the Cottage Street Elementary playground. They will also discuss superintendent candidate Dr. Jocelyn, including a presentation and possible appointment, and consider forming a subcommittee to facilitate community introductions. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session on collective bargaining with the teachers' and custodians' unions.
- Motion to cancel acceptance of $75,000 Cottage PTO donation for Cottage Street Elementary playground
- Discussion and possible vote on School Committee agendas and public distribution procedures
- Presentation by Dr. Jocelyn, superintendent candidate, including resume and vision
- Discussion on appointment of Superintendent position
- Possible vote on subcommittee to facilitate introductions with community stakeholders
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TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
School Committee Agenda - Amended
LOCATION OF MEETING: This meeting will be conducted remotely over Zoom. Attendance by
Board/Commission members will be remote and remote attendance shall count toward quorum. The meeting
will be recorded by Sharon TV. If you elect to enable your webcam, your image and background may be
broadcast with or without sound.
Online
Meeting ID
Password
https://us04web.zoom.us/
814 0772 0917
305349
https://sharonschools-net.zoom.us/j/81407720917?pwd=bWnFGan0tmo4y7c1VzRh2znMIujTta.1
DATE & TIME: Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 7:00 PM
AGENDA
I.
Public Comment
II.
Motion to cancel June 10, 2026, acceptance by School Committee of donation by Cottage PTO
of $75,000 for Cottage Street Elementary playground - Discussion and Vote
III.
Discussion and Possible Vote Regarding School Committee Agendas and Procedure Regarding Public
Distribution
IV.
Presentation by Dr. Jocelyn
● Introduction of self
● Presentation of resume
● Presentation of accomplishments and vision
● Statement regarding future learning and listening from Sharon community stakeholders
● Question and Answer between Dr. Jocelyn and School Committee
V.
Discussion by School Committee Regarding Appointment of Position of Superintendent
VI.
Discussion and Possible Vote Regarding Potential Subcommittee to Facilitate Introduction and
Meetin …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Finance Committee
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1. Supporting File
Documents:
OTHER STUFF.DOCX
2. Additional Meeting Material
Documents:
AGENDA TEST.PDF
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Energy Advisory Committee and Municipal Solar Advisory Committee
Sharon Springs committees to review solar projects and approve July minutes
The Sharon Springs Energy Advisory Committee and Municipal Solar Advisory Committee will meet jointly to vote on draft minutes from the July 13 meeting and receive updates on multiple solar energy projects, including rooftop installations and a pond street canopy. The meeting will also cover operational updates, document management, and future planning.
- Vote on approval of draft minutes from MSOC meeting on 07-13-2026
- Status update on Mt. Street LF project from DSD calls
- Middle School rooftop project removal report (Solect)
- Ames Field Pond Street canopy construction to start after Labor Day
- Energy Facilities manager report on off-bill credit allocations for DPW projects, Well #5, Middle School, Pond Street canopy, and Syncarpha
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MUNICIPAL SOLAR OVERSIGHT
COMMITTEE
Monday, August 10, 2026
at 4:30 PM
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance subcommittee reviews salaries of elected officials and town clerk selection
The Finance Committee subcommittee is meeting to review findings on salaries of elected officials and the method of selecting the Town Clerk. They will discuss potential guests and additional data needs, and prepare an update for the full Finance Committee if needed.
- Review findings on salaries of elected officials
- Discuss method of selection of Town Clerk
- Prepare update for Finance Committee
- Approval of minutes from July 16, 2024 meeting
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Finance Committee Subcommittee Reviewing Salaries of Elected Officials
and Method of Selection of Town Clerk
August 6, 2026, at 7:30 pm
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AGENDA
1. Call the meeting to order
2. Approval of minutes for the July, 16, 2024 meeting
3. Review findings
4. Discuss potential guests and additional data needs
5. Prepare update for Finance Committee if needed
6. Topics not anticipated within 48 hours of the posting of the agenda
7. Scheduling of additional meetings
8. Adjourn
TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
Posted in accordance M. G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25 …
Thu Aug 6, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to discuss PO Square Guidelines and enter executive session on Sunrise Senior Living litigation
The Sharon Planning Board will discuss the PO Square Guidelines proposal, review minutes, and hold an executive session to discuss strategy in the Sunrise Senior Living, LLC v. Town of Sharon Planning Board, et al. lawsuit (Land Court Case No. 26 PS 000212).
- Discussion of PO Square Guidelines Proposal
- Executive session to discuss litigation strategy in Sunrise Senior Living, LLC v. Town of Sharon Planning Board
- Review of executive session minutes
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Planning Board Meeting
Thursday, August 6th, 2026 - 7:00 PM
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AGENDA
o Chair opening comments
o Discussion of PO Square Guidelines Proposal
o Minutes
o Next Meeting Date(s): 8/20, 9/3, 9/17, 10/1
o Any topic not known to Chair 48 hours in advance
o Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation
entitled Sunrise Senior Living, LLC v. Town of Sharon Planning Board, et al. , Land Court Civil Action No.
26 PS 000212.
o Review Executive Session Minutes while in Executive Session
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Wed Aug 5, 2026
School Committee
School committee to hold closed-door teacher contract talks
The Negotiations Subcommittee will meet in executive session to conduct collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association and discuss bargaining strategy. No public votes or decisions are scheduled on the open agenda.
- Executive session for collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association
- Discussion of strategy for teacher contract negotiations
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
Negotiations Subcommittee Agenda
LOCATION OF MEETING: District Office, 75 Mountain Street, Sharon, MA 02067
DATE & TIME: Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 10:00 AM
AGENDA
I. Executive Session
Motion and vote to meet in executive session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A,
section 21(a) for the following purpose:
a. Purpose (2) to conduct a collective bargaining session with the Sharon Teachers
Association.; and
b. Purpose (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Sharon
Teachers Association.
VIII. Motion to Adjourn
Town Clerk
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee
LMAC to vote on up to $53,000 for lake testing and design work
The Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee will discuss test results for phosphorus and E. coli, review the FY27 budget, and vote on two spending proposals: $37,500–$45,000 for NEAS DASH testing in August and $6,000–$8,000 for NepRWA design and communications work. The meeting also includes updates on lake level, VMB lot construction, and a pending MVP grant decision.
- Vote to approve $37,500–$45,000 for NEAS DASH testing in August
- Vote to approve $6,000–$8,000 for NepRWA design/communications and CWMN testing
- Discussion of TRC test results for lake, seepage, and outfalls; phosphorus and E. coli levels
- Review of FY27 budget and FY26 financial report
- Discussion of DEP 604b grant for septic phosphorus loading study
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LAKE MASSAPOAG ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 12:00-1:30 pm
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AGENDA
1) Approval of May 27, 2026 LMAC Meeting minutes, introduce guests (LMAC candidates)
2) Updates: Lake level, VMB lot construction begun, MVP grant decision pending
3) Events: Tonight’s lake walk 6 pm + table & signs, Sharon Day Sunday 9/29 (need lead and team)
4) Discussion:
a) TRC test results: lake, seepage, outfalls; G&L phosphorus and E coli
b) PCR testing begun, NEAS report on June DASH - Debbie
c) TRC weed mapping survey results
d) Review FY27 budge …
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Sharon Standing Building Committee
Building Committee to review $85,592 in High School HVAC invoices
The Sharon Standing Building Committee will review invoice vouchers for High School HVAC work. The committee will also receive construction updates regarding the Water Treatment Plant Project.
- Review and approval of High School HVAC invoice vouchers totaling $85,592.00
- Water Treatment Plant construction updates including process piping, Tree Lane pavement prep, building HVAC, electrical conduits, and pipe painting
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Sharon Standing Building Committee
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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AGENDA
A. Open the meeting
B. Administration
1. Welcome Aine Greeley, (pronounced Anya) as new Administrative Assistant to the SSBC
2. Review and approve the July 21, 2026 meeting minutes. (Absent: Grosshandler, Richards, Tuck)
C. High School Project
1. Review and approve invoice vouchers for High School HVAC work totaling $85,592.00.
D. Water Treatment Plant Project
1. Construction Updates
. Process piping/instrumentation installation
a. Tree Lane pavement prep
b. Building HVAC
c. Electrical conduits
d. Process pipe painting
T …
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Select Board
Select Board to hold hearings on utility poles and alcohol license transfer
The Select Board will conduct public hearings regarding utility installations and a business license transfer. The board will also discuss updating the official location for public meeting notices and revising the flag/speech center policy.
- Public hearing on alcohol license transfer from Ginkgo Restaurant to Cooking Girl Cambridge LLC at 386-388 South Main St.
- Public hearings for Verizon and Eversource utility poles and fixtures on Nasir Ahmad Road and Lakeview Street
- Vote on appointing two alternate members to the Council on Aging Advisory Board
- Request for road closure on Robin Road for a block party on August 16
- One-day liquor license request for Castle Island Brewery C2H LLC at Ward’s Berry Farm on October 12
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SHARON SELECT BOARD
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – 7:00 pm
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AGENDA
Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
1. 7:00 pm Public comment period
2. 7:10 pm Interview candidates for appointments to serve on boards or committees
a. Lisa Bemben (Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee - term expiring 6-30-28)
b. Kasia Gilek-Seibert (Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee - term expiring 6-30-28)
c. Gloria Barczak (Cultural Council – term expiring 6-30-2029)
3. 7:30 pm Public hearing – Verizon to locate poles, conduit, and fixtures along …
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Sharon Select Board Meeting Minutes of August 4, 2026
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MINUTES
SHARON SELECT BOARD
August 4, 2026
The meeting of the Sharon Select Board was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chair Xander Shapiro remotely via
Zoom. Select Board members Hanna Switlekowski, Pasqualino Pannone, Kiana Baskin and Sam Liao were in
attendance as was Town Administrator Frederic E. Turkington, Jr. and Assistant Town Administrator, Lauren
Barnes. The meeting commenced with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Public comment period
Mrs. Crosby of Condor Road mentioned that the points on the agenda approved for public comment is not legal
procedure for public comment at public meetings. She also provided comments regarding the vehicle and
overnight parking policy, expressing concern about repealing restrictions on large vehicles like boats and trailers,
which she argued would be unfair to residential communities.
2. Interview Candidates for Appointment to Boards & Committees
Chair Shapiro started by thanking the three candidates for taking the time to attend the meeting.
The candidates were:
o Lisa Bemben (Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee - term expiring 6-30-28)
o Kasia Gilek-Seibert (Lake Massapoag Advisory Committee - term expiring 6-30-28)
o Gloria Barczak (Cultural Council – term expiring 6-30-2029)
The following questions were asked by the Select Board members:
o Please tell us about your background, education, employment and personal interests. …
Mon Aug 3, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review FY2026 budget closeout and landfill solar lease
The Finance Committee will discuss the FY2026 Town budget closeout and receive updates on the financial implications of the landfill solar lease. The meeting includes reports on the Carnegie Library building and elected official salaries.
- FY2026 Town budget closeout
- Financial implications of landfill solar lease
- Review of elected officials' salaries and Town Clerk selection method
- Carnegie Library building update
- Vote to approve June 29, 2026 meeting minutes
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TOWN OF SHARON MEETING NOTICE Posted in accordance with the Mass. Open Meeting Law, M.G.L. c.30A, §§18 to 25, as amended Sharon Finance Committee Monday, Aug. 3, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Remote meeting via Zoom
AGENDA The Finance Committee welcomes public comment as designated by the Chair 1. 7:00 Call to order by chair Donald Brichta 2. 7:01 Update from subcommittee reviewing salaries of elected officials and method of selection of Town Clerk 3. 7:10 Town Administrator updates a. Status of landfill solar lease/financial implications b. Carnegie Library building 4. 7:20 Update on work to facilitate hybrid meetings 5. 7:25 FY2026 Town budget closeout 6. 7:40 Liaison updates a. Community Preservation Committee: Keith Morris, Alex Derevianko b. Schools: Ira Miller, Jonathan Greenberg c. Standing Building Committee: Chris Pimentel d. Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals: Michael Jolin e. Council on Aging Advisory Board: Ira Miller 7. 7:50 Vote to approve minutes of June 29, 2026 meeting
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Economic Development Committee
Economic Development Committee to plan 2026 business activities
The Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss activities for the remainder of 2026. The body will coordinate with a Business Group meeting on August 6th and plan for local business resources and events.
- Introduction of new member Bob Hertzel
- Planning for a Town website for Businesses
- Creation of a Business Directory and Business Calendar
- Planning for Small Business Saturday
- Discussion of Porch Fest on August 30
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Economic Development Committee
Monday, August 3, 2026
7 PM
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AGENDA
❖ Chair Welcome
❖ Introduce new member Bob Hertzel
❖ EDC activities for remainder of 2026
o Identify and attend Town and business activities
o Business Group Agenda / Meeting 10 am Thursday, Aug 6th at Library
▪ EDC plans to attend as Liaison
▪ Nominate responsibilities - e.g. maintain email list and schedule Monthly Meetings
▪ Begin planning activities - e.g. Small Business Saturday
▪ Establish a Town website for Businesses
▪ Begin a Business Directory - Products, Hours, Specials, Location in Town …
Thu Jul 30, 2026
School Committee
School Committee to hold executive session for collective bargaining with teachers
The Sharon School Committee will vote to enter an executive session under M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a). The session is intended to conduct a collective bargaining meeting and discuss strategy with the Sharon Teachers Association. The meeting will conclude with a motion to adjourn.
- Executive session to conduct collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
Negotiations Subcommittee Agenda
LOCATION OF MEETING: District Office, 75 Mountain Street, Sharon, MA 02067
DATE & TIME: Thursday, July 30, 2026, 12:00 PM
AGENDA
I. Executive Session
Motion and vote to meet in executive session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A,
section 21(a) for the following purpose:
a. Purpose (2) to conduct a collective bargaining session with the Sharon Teachers
Association.; and
b. Purpose (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Sharon
Teachers Association.
VIII. Motion to Adjourn
Town Clerk
Wed Jul 29, 2026
School Committee
School Committee to discuss and potentially vote on Superintendent's contract
The School Committee will meet remotely to discuss the Superintendent's contract. The body will also consider entering an executive session to discuss strategy regarding pending litigation.
- Discussion and potential vote on Superintendent's Contract
- Executive session regarding pending litigation (AAA No. 01-26-0000-1807)
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
School Committee Agenda LOCATION OF MEETING: This meeting will be conducted remotely over Zoom. Attendance by
Board/Commission
members
will
be
remote
and
remote
attendance
shall
count
toward
quorum.
The
meeting
will
be
recorded
by
Sharon
TV.
If
you
elect
to
enable
your
webcam,
your
image
and
background
may
be
broadcast
with
or
without
sound.
Online Meeting ID Password https://us04web.zoom.us/ 834 9500 3482 637161 https://sharonschools-net.zoom.us/j/83495003482?pwd=JuOBxkVQVAu4ubBwqbTzUJeKWbWGpJ.1 DATE & TIME: Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 7:00 PM AGENDA I. Discussion Items A. Superintendent's Contract - Discussion and Potential Vote II. Executive Session Motion and vote to meet in executive session pursuant to MGL C 30A s 21 (a)(3) to discuss strategy with
respect
to
pending
litigation
(AAA
No.
01-26-0000-1807)
because
an
open
meeting
may
have
a
detrimental
effect
on
the
litigation
position
of
the
Sharon
School
Committee
and
the
chair
so
declares;
not
to
return
to
Open
Session.
The above topics represent what the Chair of the Sharon School Committee reasonably anticipates will be discussed at this meeting at
the
time
this
meeting
was
posted
.
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Thu Jul 23, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board continues public hearing for Nasir Ahmad Mosque
The Planning Board will continue a public hearing regarding a Minor Site Plan Review for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center. The board will also discuss a proposal for PO Square Guidelines and enter an executive session regarding litigation with Sunrise Senior Living, LLC.
- Public hearing for Minor Site Plan Review for Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center at 414 N Main St, 414A N Main Street, and 4 Nasir Ahmad Road
- Discussion of PO Square Guidelines Proposal
- Executive session regarding Sunrise Senior Living, LLC v. Town of Sharon Planning Board, et al. (Land Court Civil Action No. 26 PS 000212)
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✓ Decided: Planning Board grants preliminary approval for Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center
The Planning Board voted 5-0 to grant preliminary site plan approval for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center at 414 N Main St, 414A N Main Street, and 4 Nasir Ahmad Road, contingent on several conditions including septic, stormwater, and vehicular access approvals. The board also closed the public hearing on the project. Additionally, the board approved minutes from the 7/9/26 meeting and entered executive session to discuss litigation.
- Granted preliminary site plan approval for Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center (5-0)
- Closed public hearing for Minor Site Plan Review (5-0)
- Approved minutes of 7/9/26 (5-0)
- Entered executive session for litigation strategy (5-0)
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Planning Board Meeting
Thursday, July 23rd, 2026 - 7:00 PM
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AGENDA
o Chair opening comments
o Continuation of Public Hearing Minor Site Plan Review Nasir Ahmad Mosque from 7/9/26 - “The Sharon
Planning Board will hold virtual Public Hearing on Thursday, July 9th, 2026 at 7:00 PM to review
proposed Minor Site Plan Review application for Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center located at 414 N
Main St, 414A N Main Street and 4 Nasir Ahmad Road.”
o Discussion of PO Square Guidelines Proposal
o Minutes
o Next Meeting Date(s)
o Any topic not known …
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Town of Sharon Planning Board
Minutes 7/23/26
Meeting held via ZOOM
Planning Board Members
Rob Maidman, Chair
Fred Turkington, Town Administrator
Oanh Nguyen, Vice Chair
Kyle Dubuc, Town Engineer
Peter Ford, Clerk
Sonal Pai, Assistant Town Engineer
Dianne Needle, Member
Pasqualino Pannone - Select Board
Alex Schneiderman, Member
Dan Greenfield, Deputy Fire Chief
Other Attendees: L. McCann, Mark
McCluskey, Shargil Ahmad
Meeting Introduction
Chair Maidman called the meeting to order at 7 PM. Agenda includes:
o
Chair opening comments
o
Continuation of Public Hearing Minor Site Plan Review Nasir Ahmad Mosque from 7/9/26
- “The Sharon Planning Board will hold virtual Public Hearing on Thursday, July 9th, 2026
at 7:00 PM to review proposed Minor Site Plan Review application for Ahmadiyya Muslim
Community Center located at 414 N Main St, 414A N Main Street and 4 Nasir Ahmad
Road.”
o
Discussion of PO Square Guidelines Proposal
o
Minutes
o
Next Meeting Date(s)
o
Any topic not known to Chair 48 hours in advance
o
Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with
respect to litigation entitled Sunrise Senior Living, LLC v. Town of Sharon Planning
Board, et al., Land Court Civil Action No. 26 PS 000212.
o
Adjournment
Minor Site Plan Review
Continued from 7/9/26
PLANNING BOARD MINOR SITE PLAN REVIEW: The Sharon Planning Board will hold virtual Public Hearing on Thursday, July
9th, 2026 at 7:00 PM to review …
Wed Jul 22, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board will hear a case for 168 Massapoag Avenue
The Sharon Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a new hearing on case 1944 for the property at 168 Massapoag Avenue. No other specific items are listed; other business will cover topics not anticipated within 48 hours of posting. The board will also review the minutes from its May 13, 2026 meeting.
- New hearing – case 1944, 168 Massapoag Avenue
- Other business – topics not anticipated within 48 hours
- Review minutes from May 13, 2026
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✓ Decided: ZBA continues Massapoag Ave variance hearing to Sept. 9
The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for Case 1944 (168 Massapoag Ave) to September 9, 2026, to allow the applicant to explore alternative septic options and conduct soil testing. No variance was granted or denied. The board also approved the minutes from the May 13, 2026 meeting.
- Continued Case 1944 (168 Massapoag Ave) to September 9, 2026 (3-0)
- Approved minutes from May 13, 2026 (3-0)
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TOWN OF SHARON
MEETING NOTICE
Posted in accordance M. G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
AGENDA
Town Clerk
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
WEDNESDAY, July 22, 2026 —7 PM
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AGENDA
NEW HEARINGS:
1944 — 168 Massapoag Avenue
OTHER BUSINESS:
Topics not anticipated within 48 hours of posting agenda.
MINUTES:
May 13, 2026
*Applicant files available for viewing online: 2026 Zoning Board Applications | Sharon, MA
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SHARON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
MINUTES OF JULY 22, 2026
LOCATION OF MEETING: A virtual meeting of the Sharon Zoning Board of Appeals (“Board”) was held
on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. This meeting was presented with video and/or audio available for
later broadcast and in compliance with the Commonwealth’s Open Meeting Law.
The following members were present as established by roll call: Arnold Wallenstein, Chair, Joe Garber, Hemant
Mehta, and Administrative Assistant Gina Powers. Also present for the Town, David Abbott, Building
Inspector, Kyle Dubuc, Town Engineer, Josh Philibert, Conservation Administrator and Sonal Pai, Assistant
Town Engincer.
Attending observers were Perry Olum.
Mr. Wallenstein, Chair, called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and he read Covid19 protocols per the Governor
of MA and procedural ground rules.
Case 1944 — 168 Massapoag Ave
Present for the applicant: Jonathan Saphire and Attorney Barry Crimmins of Brooks & DeRensis
Chairman Wallenstein summarized the legal ad and noted that MGL Ch. 40A Sec. 10 was recently amended as
an emergency bill and that the variance application under review in tonight's meeting would be analyzed under
such amendment.
Chairman Wallenstein then read the following documents into the record:
e Memo from Josh Philibert, Conservation Administrator, dated June 15, 2026
e Memo from Kyle Dubuc, Town Engineer, dated July 15, 2026
e Memo from Ethan Pipes and Kevin Davis, Board of Health, dated July 16, 2026, but …
Wed Jul 22, 2026
School Committee
School Committee will hold an executive session to negotiate with the teachers union.
The Sharon School Committee will enter an executive session under M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a). The session will be used to conduct collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association and to discuss bargaining strategy. No other agenda items are listed.
- Executive session to conduct collective bargaining with the Sharon Teachers Association
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TOWN OF
SHARON
MEETING
NOTICE
Posted in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25
Negotiations Subcommittee Agenda
LOCATION OF MEETING: District Office, 75 Mountain Street, Sharon, MA 02067
DATE & TIME: Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 12:00 PM
AGENDA
I. Executive Session
Motion and vote to meet in executive session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A,
section 21(a) for the following purpose:
a. Purpose (2) to conduct a collective bargaining session with the Sharon Teachers
Association.; and
b. Purpose (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Sharon
Teachers Association.
VIII. Motion to Adjourn
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