Winthrop Town public meetings in 2024

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region's UASI CBRNE Subcommittee is meeting remotely to review FY21-FY23 budget updates and hear reports from the HazMat/EOD/K9 and US&R working groups. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and procedural.

• FY21-FY23 budget updates reviewed
• HazMat/EOD/K9 Working Group update
• US&R Working Group update including Con-Ops Run Card
• Old/New Business discussion

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will consider procedural matters including approval of meeting minutes, rules, and the 2025 meeting schedule. Two substantive items are on the agenda: a shadow study request for 50 Somerset Avenue and a six-month extension request for a variance at 91 Veteran's Road / 203 Shirley Avenue.

• Request for shadow study at 50 Somerset Avenue by Fareta Family Trust
• Six-month extension request for variance at 91 Veteran's Rd./203 Shirley Ave by Executive House Realty, LLC
• Review and acceptance of Board of Appeals rules
• Acceptance of 2025 meeting schedule

The Winthrop Board of Appeals approved variances for height, rear yard setback, and overhangs at 50 Somerset Avenue, with conditions including no parking fees, heat tracing for overhangs, and two stacked parking spaces. The board also continued the hearing for 19 Walden Street to January 16, 2025, and approved the 2025 meeting dates.

• Approved variances for height, rear yard setback, and overhangs at 50 Somerset Ave (unanimous)
• Conditional approval includes no parking fees and three stacked parking spaces
• Continued 19 Walden Street hearing to January 16, 2025
• Approved 2025 meeting dates

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Critical Infrastructure Subcommittee is meeting to discuss UASI project and budget updates. The discussion will cover budget updates for federal fiscal years 2021, 2022, and 2023.

• FFY21 Budget Updates
• FFY22 Budget Updates
• FFY23 Budget Updates

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will discuss several resident requests concerning traffic safety at specific intersections, including stop sign layouts, speeding, and pedestrian improvements. Items include review of the Elliot/Otis/Tafts intersection, speeding on Birch Rd, signage on Nahant Ave, traffic calming at Veterans/Locust/Beach, and the Lowell Rd/Circuit Rd intersection. The committee will also consider traffic flow in Winthrop Center and Project Crosswalk Phase 2. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Reviewing stop sign layout at the intersection of Elliot, Otis, and Tafts
• Discussing possible speeding and wrong-way driving on Birch Rd
• Request for signage to slow vehicles on Nahant Ave
• Traffic calming discussion at the intersection of Veterans, Locust, and Beach
• Evaluating stop signs, speed mitigation, and pedestrian crossing improvements at Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd

Planning Board

The Winthrop Planning Board will discuss several proposed mixed-use developments, including a new 12-unit building with retail at 214-226 Winthrop Street. Old business includes resubmissions for projects at 181 Winthrop Street, 63-69 Putnam Street, 50 Somerset Avenue, and 5,7 Madison Avenue, all requiring variances. The board will also approve outstanding meeting minutes and accept the 2025 meeting schedule.

• 214-226 Winthrop Street: new mixed-use building with 12 rental units (10 one-bedroom, 2 studio) and 5 retail spaces
• 181 Winthrop Street: resubmission to convert existing building into 7 one-bedroom units plus retail, requiring variances for elevation, parking, and side-yard setback
• 63-69 Putnam Street: redevelopment of former Surf Cleaners into 16 one-bedroom apartments, gym, and 13 parking spaces, with variance for side-yard setback
• 50 Somerset Avenue: proposed four-story mixed-use with 20 residential units and retail, requiring variance for elevation due to proximity to residential building
• 5,7 Madison Avenue: redevelopment of former Bangs Moving building into 23 apartments (16 one-bedroom, 7 two-bedroom) and commercial office space

Rules & Ordinance

The Rules and Ordinance subcommittee will discuss updates to the Tree Ordinance and consider regulations for Short Term Rentals. These are discussion items only; no votes are scheduled on the agenda.

• Tree Ordinance Update
• Short Term Rental discussion

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet in executive session to discuss confidential information. The agenda focuses on pending appellate tax board cases and fiscal year abatement and exemption applications.

• Pending appellate tax board cases
• Fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

The Board of Assessors convened on December 17, 2024, and immediately entered an executive session to discuss strategy under M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a). No substantive decisions were made in open session; the board approved the previous meeting's minutes and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for strategy discussion (unanimous)

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Retirement Board will vote on approval of the Retirement System Warrant for December 31, 2024, and on applications for voluntary superannuation from Theresa Visconti (ESP, 24.75 years) and Mary Lou Osborne (Assistant Library Director, 10.08 years). Also to approve rollover of Anthony Puleio's deductions and accept 6 months of creditable service for former member Robert Hurley. Administrative updates include mailing retiree affidavits and PERAC approval of a supplemental regulation.

• Approve warrant for payroll, accounts payable, and investment transfers
• Approve Theresa Visconti's voluntary superannuation Option B (effective Jan 1, 2025)
• Approve Mary Lou Osborne's voluntary superannuation Option B (effective Jan 18, 2025)
• Approve rollover of Anthony Puleio's total accumulated deductions
• Vote to accept 6 months creditable service for Robert Hurley (former reserve officer)

The Winthrop Retirement Board approved a $494,349.70 payroll and accounts payable transfer for December 31, 2024, and approved three retirement applications, including two voluntary superannuation options and one rollover of accumulated deductions. The board also approved six months of creditable service for a former member. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved $494,349.70 payroll and accounts payable transfer (3-0)
• Approved Theresa Visconti's voluntary superannuation Option B, effective Jan 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Mary Lou Osborne's voluntary superannuation Option B, effective Jan 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved rollover of Anthony Puleio's accumulated deductions (3-0)
• Approved 6 months creditable service for Robert Hurley (3-0)

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will review financial reports and project updates. The board will also consider and vote on board member positions for 2025.

• Project 346121 ARPA Targeted Award Fire Alarm Service Upgrades: $1,544,230
• Project 346122 32-42 Sunset Rd Kitchen Modernization Change Orders 1-4: +$36,963.40
• Project 346118 Overlook Drive Rear Egres Stair Project: No cost change order for time extension
• Authorization for Property Insurance, Boiler and Machinery
• Vote and affirmation of Board Member positions for 2025

Council On Aging

This is a routine monthly meeting of the Winthrop Council on Aging. The board will vote to approve minutes from the November 14 meeting, receive announcements, and hear the director's comments. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2024 meeting
• Announcements from board members
• Director's comments on senior center operations

The Winthrop Council on Aging met on December 12, 2024, and approved the minutes from the November 14 meeting. Director Matt Rodes provided extensive updates on upcoming events, including a holiday party recap, MBTA and energy expositions, fraud prevention seminars, and plans for 2025 activities. No formal votes were taken on policy or budget items.

• Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 meeting (motion by Cynthia Huff, seconded by Heather Martin)

Metro North Regional Emergency Communications Center

The Metro North Regional Emergency Communications Center Board of Directors will vote on adopting the center's Policy & Procedures. The board will also review Revere Police Department policies and hear reports from the Director and Treasurer. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and other standard procedural items.

• Vote to approve MNRECC Policy & Procedures
• Review of Revere Police Department Policies & Procedures
• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2024 meeting
• Director's Report
• Treasurer's Report

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region JPOC will hold a remote meeting to approve previous minutes, receive updates on Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) budgets for fiscal years 2021-2023, discuss an EOPSS update, review the THIRA assessment, and consider charter amendments. The meeting is conducted under the state's suspended open meeting law provisions.

• Approval of minutes from November 25, 2024 meeting
• UASI Budget Updates for FFY21-23
• EOPSS (Executive Office of Public Safety and Security) Update
• THIRA (Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment) discussion
• Charter Amendments

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District School Committee will hold a regular meeting featuring a closed-door executive session for collective bargaining. The committee will also consider approval of minutes, personnel reports, bids, and other routine communications.

• Executive session on collective bargaining
• Approval of minutes
• Personnel reports
• Bids and communications

Board of Health

This is a routine meeting with updates from the Director of Public Health and the Commissioner of Inspectional Services. A presentation on the BU/CHIA regional heat communication initiative is scheduled. No votes on ordinances or contracts are listed.

• Information regarding BU/CHIA regional initiative on heat communication
• Director of Public Health and Clinical Services update
• Commissioner of Inspectional Services update
• Review of minutes from November 12, 2024
• Public comment period

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Winthrop Commission on Disabilities will hold a regular meeting to approve November minutes, swear in new members, and discuss several items including a MOD grant, an accessibility study, and planning for a July 2025 ADA Anniversary event. The meeting also includes a speaker series update and scheduling a future presentation from Ralph DiCicco.

• Swear in new members
• MOD Grant discussion with Town Clerk
• Accessibility Study update
• July 2025 ADA Anniversary Event planning
• Speaker Series: BCIL

The Winthrop Commission on Disability met on December 11, 2024, and discussed several ongoing initiatives. They noted that a $225,000 grant from the Massachusetts Office on Disability (MOD) was included in the Town Manager's report, but there is confusion about its status, so they will contact the assistant town manager for clarification. The commission also planned for an ADA compliance discussion with Jeff Dougan in January, scheduled accessibility training for members, and began organizing an ADA anniversary event. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Approved November 2024 minutes to be revised and approved at next meeting
• Agreed to contact assistant town manager to clarify $225K MOD grant status
• Scheduled Jeff Dougan (MOD) to attend January meeting virtually on ADA compliance
• Registered Karla, John, Nancy, and Susan for March CAM training; Hannah for May
• Scheduled Meredith Hurley (Public Health) for February meeting on supports
• Andrew to contact Desi Forte (Easter Seals) for ADA anniversary presentation
• Karla to design flyers for BCIL speaker series (March and April)

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations will vote for a new Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will also discuss supporting the Winthrop Parent's Network International Night, recruiting additional commission members, and planning priorities for 2025.

• Vote for new Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of supporting Winthrop Parent's Network International Night
• Recruitment of more commission members
• Planning for 2025 priorities

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region's Blood Transfusion Working Group Subcommittee is holding a 30-minute remote meeting to discuss blood transfusion topics, including old and new business. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda consists of discussion items only.

• Welcome and opening remarks
• Blood transfusion discussion
• Old and new business topics

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region's Drone + Detection Working Group will meet remotely to discuss drone detection systems and drone equipment. The agenda includes two 20-minute discussion segments and old/new business. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Drone detection discussion (20 minutes)
• Drone equipment discussion (20 minutes)
• Old/New business

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss an update on the library ramp and the MBTA 3A transit-oriented zoning requirement. The board will also receive reports from the chair and director, approve minutes, and set future meeting dates. Public comment will be taken.

• Ramp update – status report on accessibility improvements
• MBTA 3A discussion – transit-oriented zoning implications
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Chair and Director reports
• Setting of meeting schedule

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a proposal for a four-story mixed-use building. The project involves 20 residential units and a retail space in the CBD.

• Proposed four-story mixed-use building at 50 Somerset Avenue
• Request for a variance for elevation
• Construction of 20 residential units and retail space

Winthrop Public Schools

The Gorman Fort Banks Elementary School Site Council will meet to discuss its role, review the 2023-24 School Improvement Plan, and begin work on a template for the forthcoming school improvement plan. No votes or specific proposals are listed; the meeting is organizational and procedural.

• Review of the 2023-24 School Improvement Plan
• Introduction of the new School Improvement Plan template

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is discussing the appropriation of funds for water main design and the acceptance of a state grant for lead service planning. The meeting also includes a review of the FY25 Tax Classification.

• Proposed $368,000 appropriation for water main replacement design and engineering at Winthrop St, Triton Ave, Siren St, Hale Ave, and Brookfield Rd
• Proposed acceptance of a $475,000 grant from the Clean Water Trust for a Lead Service Inventory and Replacement Plan
• Review of the FY25 Tax Classification

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will discuss and approve prior meeting minutes, review tree plantings and removals conducted in 2024, and consider replacements and maintenance needs. The committee will also review and suggest edits to the town's tree ordinance.

• Approve meeting minutes from prior session
• Review of 2024 tree plantings
• Review of 2024 tree removals
• Discussion of replacement for removed trees
• Tree ordinance review and suggested edits

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Budget Sub-committee will meet to update the current 2024-2025 budget and discuss the district's needs for the 2025-2026 school year. The agenda also includes a public comment period. No votes or decisions are specified.

• Update of 2024-2025 Budget
• Discussion of School District’s Needs for 2025-2026
• Public Comment

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council will meet to formally begin the FY2025 grant cycle and continue reviewing grant applications. This is a procedural meeting focused on the grant process; no specific funding decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• FY2025 grant cycle begins
• Continuing review of grant applicants

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to review financial reports and correspondence. The board will discuss proposed change orders for three specific projects.

• Proposed change orders for project 346118
• Proposed change orders for project 346122
• Proposed change orders for project 3461226

Climate Commission

The Citizens Advisory Climate Commission will meet to review a preview of the Preliminary Climate Action Plan. The body will also discuss public relations and upcoming events.

• Preview of Preliminary Climate Action Plan

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region will meet remotely to discuss budget updates and emergency operations. The body will also review minutes from the October 24, 2024 meeting.

• UASI Budget Updates (FFY21-23)
• EOPSS Update
• Approval of 10/24/24 Minutes

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold hearings and continuations regarding three property development requests. These include proposals for mixed-use buildings and a residential addition.

• 63-69 Putnam Street: Proposal for 16 one-bedroom apartments, gym, and 13 parking spaces
• 34 Pebble Avenue: Request for a two-story rear addition to create habitable space
• 50 Somerset Avenue: Proposal for a four-story mixed-use building with 20 residential units and retail space

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Middle School Site Council will meet on November 20, 2024, to discuss the School Improvement Plan. The meeting is the only item on the agenda and will be held via Zoom.

• Discussion of the School Improvement Plan

Winthrop Public Schools

The Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Site Council will discuss the 2024-2025 School Improvement Plan and Goals, provide an update on the Parent Survey, and outline next steps. The meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2024, via Zoom.

• Discussion of the 2024-2025 School Improvement Plan and Goals
• Update on the Parent Survey
• Outline of next steps for the school council

Winthrop Retirement Board

The retirement board will vote on routine approvals including minutes, financial statements (September $3,714,456.36 and October $3,297,324.78), and the November warrant. They will discuss and vote on transferring appropriation funds from Eastern Bank to the PRIT fund effective December 2, 2024. The board will also vote on accepting five new school and police employees into the retirement system and approving transfers of accumulated deductions for two former employees. Additionally, the board will note the recent deaths of two survivors.

• Approve Eastern Bank statements for September ($3,714,456.36) and October ($3,297,324.78)
• Discuss/vote on transferring appropriation funds from Eastern Bank to PRIT
• Accept five new members into retirement system: Acacia Lynch, Linda Whitehead, Eric Hutchinson-Clarke, Deanna Stephens, Rick Griffin, Christopher Haskell
• Approve transfer of accumulated deductions for Eve Maddan and Kurt Rodrigues to other state systems
• Note passing of survivors Barbara Wright and Marilyn Cayon

Winthrop Public Schools

The Budget Sub-committee of the Winthrop School Committee will meet to review the current 2024-2025 budget and discuss the district's needs for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Public comment will be accepted. No specific financial figures or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Update of 2024-2025 Budget
• Discussion of School District's Needs for 2025-2026
• Public Comment

Council On Aging

This meeting of the Winthrop Council on Aging is largely procedural. The board will vote on approval of minutes from October 10, 2024, and hear announcements and director's comments. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2024 meeting
• Director's comments (no specifics provided)

Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management

The Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control and Wetlands Management District Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on approving the October 10, 2024 meeting minutes and three employee step increases. The board will also review a preliminary overview of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. Public comment is invited.

• Review and vote on approval of October 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Vote on 3-year step increase for Andrew Sheehan
• Vote on 3-year step increase for Steven Przyjemski
• Vote on 1-year step increase for Avenir Agaj
• Presentation and discussion of FY26 preliminary budget overview

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Commission on Disability will meet to review the past year and discuss updates to handicapped parking. The body will also consider the development of a Facebook page and future projects regarding the ADA Coordinator role and grievance procedures.

• Handicapped parking updates
• Development of WCOD Facebook page
• Speaker series featuring BCIL
• Discussion of ADA Coordinator role and grievance procedures

Board of Assessors

This meeting is purely procedural; the Board will review any correspondence, memoranda, bulletins, emails, or other writings presented. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Review of any and all correspondence, memoranda, bulletins, emails, and other writings presented

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review minutes from October 8, 2024, and receive updates from the Zero Waste Committee, the Director of Public Health and Clinical Services, and the Commissioner of Inspectional Services.

• Winthrop Zero Waste Committee update from Wendy Millar
• Director of Public Health and Clinical Services update
• Commissioner of Inspectional Services update

Planning Board

The Winthrop Planning Board will hear a presentation from RKG Consultant regarding 3A (likely related to Chapter 40A zoning or planning). The agenda includes public comment and general discussion, but no votes or decisions are listed.

• 3A presentation with RKG Consultant
• Public comment period

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Blood Transfusion Working Group of the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region will meet via remote participation. The agenda consists of opening remarks and a discussion of old and new business.

• Blood Transfusion Working Group discussion

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Library Board of Trustees holds a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive the director's report, and discuss several library program updates including a ramp accessibility project, program publicity via email, video games, a seed library, and CPR classes. Public comment will be heard. The agenda is largely routine with no major financial or policy actions.

• e Ramp update
• Program publicity (Email)
• Video Games
• Seed Library
• CPR Classes

Winthrop Public Schools

This is a Policy Sub-committee meeting of the Winthrop Public Schools School Committee. The agenda includes public comment and a review of policy sections J, K, and L. No specific policy changes or other business are listed.

• Public comment period
• Review of Policy Section J
• Review of Policy Section K
• Review of Policy Section L

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Retirement Board will vote on approving payroll, accounts payable, and investment transfers totaling $544,929.85 for October 31, 2024. It will also vote to transfer Timothy Gordon's accumulated deductions to the Norfolk County Retirement System for his service period from 2013 to 2015. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Vote to approve Retirement System Warrant of $544,929.85 for payroll, accounts payable, and investment transfers
• Vote to transfer Timothy Gordon's total accumulated deductions to Norfolk County Retirement System (service: 01/02/2013-11/03/2015)
• Next meeting tentatively scheduled for November 19, 2024

Finance Committee

The Winthrop Finance Committee will discuss two items: a $400 transfer from the Town Council Reserve to the Library Materials line, and an amendment to increase the authorized borrowing for the PRV station project from $1,633,750 to $2,194,250. The committee may vote on these matters.

• Transfer $400 from Town Council Reserve to Library Materials line
• Amend borrowing for PRV station project: increase from $1,633,750 to $2,194,250

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve the FY 2025 budget, review past minutes, and discuss financials and correspondence. Public comment and directors' reports are also scheduled.

• FY 2025 Budget Approval

Climate Commission

The Winthrop Citizens Advisory Climate Commission will meet to receive a presentation from Mothers Out Front on climate legislation in Massachusetts, followed by commissioners' updates and discussion of public relations and upcoming events. No votes or binding decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Mothers Out Front presentation on climate legislation in MA
• Commissioners' updates
• Public comment period
• Discussion of public relations and upcoming events

Winthrop Public Schools

The Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Site Council will meet to review a proposed School Improvement Plan and discuss next steps. The meeting is procedural and focused on planning, with no votes or financial actions scheduled.

• Review proposed School Improvement Plan and goals
• Discussion of next steps for implementation
• Schedule next meeting date

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region MedSurge Subcommittee is meeting remotely to discuss FY21-FY23 budget updates and the THIRA (Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment). The agenda includes approval of minutes and old/new business. No specific votes or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• FY21-FY23 budget updates discussion
• THIRA (threat assessment) discussion
• Old/new business

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region will meet remotely to discuss budget updates and emergency planning. The body will review UASI budget updates for federal fiscal years 2021-2023 and receive updates on EOPSS and BRIC.

• Approval of June 27, 2024 and September 26, 2024 minutes
• UASI Budget Updates (FFY21-23)
• EOPSS Update
• BRIC Update

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing for a four-story mixed-use building at 50 Somerset Avenue, including 20 residential units and retail space, requiring a variance for elevation. Other items include a hearing for a three-story addition at 26 Billows Street and dormer construction at 14 Townsend Street, both seeking relief from setback and story requirements. A continuation from a prior meeting covers variances for a building at 7 Madison Avenue.

• Public hearing for four-story mixed-use building at 50 Somerset Avenue (20 residential units, retail)
• Public hearing for three-story addition at 26 Billows Street (relief needed for stories, non-conforming structure, front yard setback)
• Continuation for variances at 7 Madison Avenue (rear yard setback, max stories, parking)
• Public hearing for dormer construction at 14 Townsend Street (relief for side and front yard setbacks, special permit for non-conforming structure)

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Middle School Site Council will meet via Zoom to discuss the School Improvement Plan.

• Discussion of School Improvement Plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a petition to require voter approval for certain zoning changes and a Short-Term Rental Ordinance. The board will also review a permit application for dormer construction at 14 Townsend Street.

• Public hearing on petition to amend Zoning Ordinance Section 17 to require ballot questions for G.L. c. 40A, §3A compliance
• Public hearing on the Short-Term Rental Ordinance
• Permit application for dormers and habitable space at 14 Townsend Street
• Review of setback noncompliance at 14 Townsend Street (10-foot side and 15-foot front setbacks)

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council is meeting to start the FY2025 grant cycle. The body will begin reviewing grant applicants and discuss upcoming events.

• Review of FY2025 grant applicants

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Policy Sub-committee will meet to review Policy Sections I and J. The agenda also includes a public comment period. The meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2024 at 5:00pm in the Harvey Hearing Room.

• Public comment period
• Review of Policy Sections I and J

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will hold a public hearing on removing trees at four addresses: 18 Undine Avenue, 88 Circuit Road, 26 Tileston Street, and 30 Tileston Street. The committee will also discuss and approve prior meeting minutes, proposed planting locations, trees planted this fall, recommended edits to the Tree Ordinance, and tree maintenance, removal, and planting requests.

• Public hearing for tree removal at 18 Undine Ave, 88 Circuit Rd, 26 Tileston St, 30 Tileston St
• Discuss and approve prior meeting minutes
• Proposed planting locations
• Recommended edits to Tree Ordinance
• Tree maintenance, removals, and planting requests

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes, hear the Director's Report, and discuss updates on the e Ramp project and library funds. The agenda also includes planning for future meetings and a public comment period.

• e Ramp update discussion
• Funds update
• Future meetings planning
• Public comment period

Council On Aging

This is a routine procedural meeting. The Council on Aging will vote to approve minutes from September 12, 2024, make announcements, and receive comments from the director. No substantive items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024

Finance Committee

The Winthrop Finance Committee will review two appropriations previously approved by the Town Council: $1,100,000 for water meter replacement and $980,000 for lead water service line replacement. The meeting is procedural and may not include further action on these items.

Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management

The Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control and Wetlands Management District Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on employee pay steps and a CDL-A stipend. The board will also consider a six-month contract extension for J. Moak and discuss cost of living adjustments.

• Vote on 3-year step for B. Noone
• Vote on 2-year step for J. Greaney
• Vote on 3-year step for J. Sforza
• Vote on CDL-A stipend for B. Noone
• Vote to extend J. Moak's contract by six months

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Winthrop Commission on Disability will review feedback from an accessible event, handicapped parking procedures, and a Lo-Vision group recap on emergency preparedness. The commission will also discuss future projects including the ADA Coordinator role, grievance procedures, and recruitment of new members. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Feedback on August Accessible Event
• Handicapped Parking Procedures
• Lo-Vision group on Emergency Preparedness recap
• Recruitment of new members
• Future projects: ADA Coordinator role, grievance procedures, request for accommodations

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations will discuss upcoming speaker series events for November and 2025, opportunities with WCAT, ongoing issues with committee appointments and applicants, and an update on International Night.

• Speaker Series promotion for November date and night-of-event logistics
• Drafting a speaker series schedule for 2025
• WCAT collaboration opportunities
• CDICR applicant review and ongoing committee appointment issues
• Update on International Night event

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Communications Interoperability Subcommittee will meet to review budget updates for UASI projects from federal fiscal years 2021, 2022, and 2023. The body will also discuss THIRA/SPR and other new or old business items.

• FFY21 Budget Updates
• FFY22 Budget Updates
• FFY23 Budget Updates
• THIRA/SPR discussion

Board of Health

This is a largely procedural meeting. The Board will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, review minutes, and hear updates from the Director of Public Health and Clinical Services and the Commissioner of Inspectional Services. Public comment is accepted in advance by email.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of minutes from June 26, 2024
• Director of Public Health and Clinical Services update
• Commissioner of Inspectional Services update

The Winthrop Board of Health held a procedural meeting, electing Christine Reilly as Chair and Jeanne Maggio as Vice-Chair, both unanimously. The board approved the June 26, 2024 minutes and adjournment, and heard updates from the Public Health Director and Inspectional Services. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Elected Christine Reilly as Chair (3-0)
• Elected Jeanne Maggio as Vice-Chair (3-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved adjournment at 4:37 PM (3-0)

Winthrop Housing Authority

This regular meeting of the Winthrop Housing Authority includes approval of the FY2025 budget, awarding a contract for a fire alarm system (Project #346121), and a change order for electrical meter sockets (Project #346122). The board will also review minutes, hear a director's report, and take public comment.

• FY2025 Budget Approval
• Awarding of Contract Project #346121, Fire Alarm System
• Approval of Change Order on Project #346122, Electrical Meter Sockets

Winthrop Public Schools

The Policy Sub-committee is meeting to discuss specific sections of school policy. The session includes a period for public comment.

• Review of Policy Sections H, I, and J

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region Cybersecurity Subcommittee is meeting remotely to discuss UASI project and budget updates for fiscal years 2021, 2022, and 2023, as well as the THIRA/SPR process. The meeting also includes old and new business items. No specific votes or proposals are listed.

• FFY21 Budget Updates
• FFY22 Budget Updates
• FFY23 Budget Updates
• THIRA/SPR discussion
• Old and new business items

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hear a presentation from consultant Eric Halvorsen on proposed zoning language to comply with the MBTA Communities Act (3A). The board will discuss the language, take public comment, and may vote on a recommendation to the Town Council or continue the matter to a future meeting.

• Presentation & review of proposed MBTA/3A zoning language by RKG Associates
• Planning Board discussion of the zoning language
• Public comment period
• Possible board vote on recommendation to Town Council

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region Critical Infrastructure Subcommittee will meet to discuss project and budget updates. The session includes reviews of FFY21, FFY22, and FFY23 budgets and a discussion on THIRA/SPR.

• FFY21 Budget Updates
• FFY22 Budget Updates
• FFY23 Budget Updates
• THIRA/SPR discussion

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Intel & Info Sharing Subcommittee will meet via remote participation. The body will discuss budget updates for UASI projects and THIRA/SPR.

• FFY21 Budget Updates
• FFY22 Budget Updates
• FFY23 Budget Updates
• THIRA/SPR discussion

Economic Development and Capital Assets Committee

The Economic Development and Capital Assets Committee will discuss a proposed air rights approval for 50 Somerset Avenue, specifically regarding an overhang roof. No other items are listed for discussion. The committee may also take up other matters as permitted by law.

• Air rights approval for 50 Somerset Ave. (Overhang Roof)

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region JPOC is meeting remotely to approve previous minutes, receive updates on the UASI budget for fiscal years 2021-23, and hear from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. Old and new business includes discussion of meeting procedures. No votes or new proposals are on the agenda beyond routine administrative items.

• Approval of June 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• UASI Budget Updates for FFY21-23
• EOPSS Update
• Discussion of Roberts Rules and JPOC Meeting Procedures

Board of Appeals

The Winthrop Board of Appeals will hold hearings on three applications. A proposal to demolish a warehouse at 19 Walden Street and build a 10-unit residential building requires a special permit and variances for use and setbacks. A continuation hearing will consider converting a single-family home at 118 Sunnyside Avenue to a two-family with an addition. A hearing will also consider converting a two-family at 145 Bartlett Road to a three-family, requiring a variance for use in the RA zone and parking.

• 19 Walden Street: demolish warehouse, build 10-unit residential (4 one-bedroom, 6 studio) in B-A district
• 19 Walden Street: requires special permit and variances for use exceeding 2 units and side/front yard setbacks
• 118 Sunnyside Avenue: convert 1-family to 2-family with addition, special permit and variances for frontage and side yards
• 145 Bartlett Road: convert pre-existing nonconforming 2-family to 3-family, variance for use in IRA District and parking

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold hearings and continuations for several property development requests. These include requests for variances regarding setbacks, parking, and zoning use for residential and commercial projects.

• 7 Madison Avenue: Variances for rear yard setback, max stories, and parking
• 63-69 Putnam Street: Mixed-use commercial/residential redevelopment of former Surf Cleaners
• 19 Walden Street: Permit to demolish a warehouse and construct a two-story residential building
• 118 Sunnyside Avenue: Plan to convert an existing one-family home
• 145 Bartlett Road: Variance to convert a 2-family structure to a 3-unit residential building

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Retirement Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a proposed Winthrop Creditable Service Regulation that sets membership eligibility at 20+ hours per week and $5,000 annual compensation. The board also will vote on the August 2024 Eastern Bank statement ($4,000,208.15), a payroll warrant, fund transfers to PRIT, acceptance of five new School Department employees, and several member transfers or refunds. Prior meeting minutes and administrative changes are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and board vote on Winthrop Creditable Service Regulation (membership eligibility based on 20+ hours/week and $5,000/year compensation)
• Approval of Eastern Bank Statement and Reconciliation for August 2024: $4,000,208.15
• Acceptance of five new School Department employees: Melissa MacNeil (ABA Technician, $44,100), Braeden Sullivan (ESP, $29,419), Mary Teixeira (ABA Technician, $44,100), Jillian Kfoury (ESP, $29,419), Danielle DeCarlo (ESP, $21,251)
• Transfer of Andrew Biggio’s total accumulated deductions to Boston Retirement System (3.5 years of service, 09/15/2019–3/29/2023)
• Discussion of changes to 840 CMR 15.01 eliminating requirement for notarized affidavits with the retirement board

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council is meeting to discuss general business and upcoming events. The agenda contains no specific proposals, votes, or financial items.

• General business discussion
• Review of upcoming events

Winthrop Public Schools

The Policy Sub-committee will meet to conduct a review of Policy Sections E, F, and G. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Review of Policy Sections E, F & G

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will discuss several resident requests for traffic safety improvements, including signage on Nahant Ave, speed mitigation on Shirley St, and traffic calming at the intersection of Veterans, Locust & Beach. The committee will also review potential stop sign and pedestrian crossing issues at Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd, and discuss traffic flow in and out of Winthrop Center. No votes or formal actions are anticipated; items are for discussion only.

• Resident request for signage to slow vehicles on Nahant Ave
• Resident request for speed mitigation on Shirley St and its intersections with Triton and Billows
• Resident request for traffic calming at Veterans, Locust & Beach intersection
• Resident request for no parking along traffic island at Birch & Loring
• Discussion of stop signs, speed mitigation, and pedestrian crossing improvements at Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd intersection

Planning Board

The Planning Board is discussing redevelopment proposals for Putnam Street and Winthrop Street. The board will also hold a pre-submission discussion for 67 Woodside Drive.

• 63-69 Putnam Street: Proposed 16 one-bedroom apartments with gym and 13 parking spaces
• 181 Winthrop Street: Proposed renovation of existing building into seven one-bedroom units and one retail space
• 67 Woodside Drive: Pre-submission discussion
• 181 Winthrop Street: Review of variances for elevation, parking, and side yard setback

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Planning and Community Preparedness Subcommittee is meeting via remote participation. The group will discuss budget updates and the Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA).

• Approval of May 30 minutes
• FY21-FY23 Budget Updates
• THIRA discussion

Climate Commission

The Climate Commission will receive a presentation from Woods Hole Group on Winthrop's climate vulnerability and the feasibility report for the proposed Morton Street Resilience Project. The commission will also consider appointing Tom Derderian as an officer. Public comment will be taken.

• Appointment of Officer: Tom Derderian
• Woods Hole Group presentation on Winthrop's climate vulnerability
• Feasibility Report for the proposed Morton Street Resilience Project

Council On Aging

This is a procedural meeting with no major decisions or discussions planned. The council will approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear announcements and the director's comments.

• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2024 meeting
• Announcements
• Director's comments

The Winthrop Council on Aging met on September 12, 2024, and approved the minutes from the August 8 meeting. The director reported on hiring plans, fundraising results, and upcoming events, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 meeting
• Adjourned at 11:15 AM

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Library Board of Trustees will meet to hear a director’s report, review financials, and receive updates from the 125th Planning Committee and on the children’s ramp. The board will also address purchasing questions and take public comment. No votes on specific expenditures or policy changes are listed on the agenda.

• Update from the WPL&M 125th Planning Committee
• Children’s Ramp update
• Purchasing questions discussion
• Financial report review

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a continuation hearing regarding a permit application for a single-family home. The applicant is seeking relief from zoning bylaws to construct a 2 1/2 story addition.

• Continuation hearing for 98 Bay View Avenue regarding a 2 1/2 story addition
• Request for relief on right-side yard and front yard setback of 15 feet
• Request for relief from maximum story limit of 2 1/2
• Special permit request to alter or extend a nonconforming structure

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Winthrop Commission on Disabilities will review updates on the MOD grant, handicapped parking procedures, and feedback from a recent accessible event. The commission also plans to recruit new members and discuss future projects including the ADA coordinator role and grievance procedures.

• Feedback on August Accessible Event
• Handicapped Parking Procedures discussion
• MOD grant update
• Recruitment of new members
• Future projects: ADA coordinator role, grievance procedures

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations is meeting to plan upcoming speaker events and discuss ongoing care of memorial bench plants and a tree. The agenda includes promotion and logistics for the September speaker series with Rabbi Flax and finalizing a date for a November speaker. No votes or binding decisions are listed; the meeting is largely planning and administrative.

• September Speaker Series with Rabbi Flax — promotion and night-of-event coordination
• November speaker secured, date to be finalized
• Ongoing maintenance of memorial bench plants and tree

Tree Committee

The Winthrop Tree Committee will meet to discuss and approve prior meeting minutes, consider proposed planting locations, and review recommended edits to the Tree Ordinance. They will also discuss the tree inventory, as well as maintenance, removal, and planting requests. No votes or specific proposals with dollar amounts are listed; the agenda consists of general discussions and routine business.

• Proposed planting locations for discussion
• Recommended edits to the Tree Ordinance
• Tree inventory update
• Tree maintenance, removals, and planting requests
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

The Winthrop Tree Committee accepted the June minutes and discussed the 2024 Tree Plan, noting final tree numbers may fluctuate due to the Revere Street TIP Project. They reviewed specific trees, including two Norway Maples on Tileston with severe cracks, one posing a danger, and requested the Tree Warden remove it, but noted a new stipulation requiring Town Manager approval. The committee also discussed watering challenges, a potential water truck, and a volunteer offer to water trees with a pump, possibly reimbursed by the town or sourced from MWRA. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Accepted June 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Requested Tree Warden remove dangerous Norway Maple on Tileston, pending Town Manager review
• Discussed 2024 Tree Plan, with final numbers subject to Revere Street TIP Project changes
• Discussed water truck availability and volunteer watering with pump, no decision made

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region UASI CBRNE Subcommittee will hold a remote meeting to discuss budget updates, working group reports, and a vote on FY22 Water Rescue Training Allocation. The meeting also includes a discussion of the THIRA (Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment) and Con-Ops Run Card.

• Vote on FY22 Water Rescue Training Allocation
• FY21-FY23 Budget Updates
• HazMat/EOD/K9 Working Group update
• US&R Working Group and Con-Ops Run Card discussion
• THIRA discussion

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Retirement Board will vote on financial statements and reconciliations for July 2024, approve new member enrollments for four School Department employees, and act on retirement applications. The board will also discuss and possibly vote on changes to supplemental guidelines regarding membership eligibility for cafeteria employees.

• Approve Eastern Bank statement and reconciliation for July for $652,000.74
• Approve new member enrollments: Nicole Pucillo ($42,090), Michelle Scorzella ($29,419), Lara Van Lannen ($28,042), Stacy Finn ($22,814) all at 9% + 2% contribution rate
• Approve Paul Soares' voluntary superannuation with Option B, effective August 16, 2024
• Approve 5 years of creditable service for reserve officer Alex Cabassa upon full payment to Chelsea Retirement Board
• Discuss/vote changes to Supplemental Guidelines as it relates to cafeteria employees and membership criteria

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council is holding a meeting to discuss general business and upcoming events. No specific proposals, votes, or financial items are listed on the agenda. The session is procedural and focused on routine administrative matters.

• General business discussion
• Upcoming events planning

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to conduct business and review financial reports. The board is scheduled to review and close out the 2024 fiscal year.

• Board review and closeout of fiscal year 2024

Board of Appeals

The Winthrop Board of Appeals will hold hearings on two applications requiring zoning relief. One seeks to demolish a warehouse and construct a 10-unit residential building at 19 Walden Street, needing variances for use and setbacks. The other requests permits for a 2½-story addition at 98 Bay View Avenue, requiring relief for setbacks, stories, and nonconforming structure alterations.

• 19 Walden Street: demolish warehouse, build 10 units (4 one-bedroom, 6 studio) in B-A district; variance needed for dwelling units exceeding two
• 98 Bay View Avenue: 2½-story addition to single-family home; relief needed for right-side yard, front yard setback, max stories, and accessory structure
• Applicant PJP Realty Trust seeks to establish residential use not allowed by B-A zone default
• Both proposals require a special permit and multiple variance approvals from the Board

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to discuss two mixed-use redevelopment projects. The board will review proposals for new residential and commercial construction in the Center Business District and at a former storage facility.

• 22-24 Pauline Street: Proposal to demolish existing building for a three-story, six-unit mixed-use building
• 7 Madison Avenue: Proposal to redevelop former Bangs Moving and Storage Building into 23 apartments and commercial office space

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations is discussing plans for a Speaker Series at the Winthrop Public Library, including a secured September speaker. They are also planning a community clean-up day and considering volunteers and support for the Commission on Disabilities Event on August 24, 2024, at Deer Island.

• Agenda and date for Speaker Series at Winthrop Public Library (September speaker secured)
• Discussion of CDICR community clean-up day
• Volunteers and support for Commission on Disabilities Event, August 24, 2024, at Deer Island

Climate Commission

The Citizens Advisory Climate Commission will hold its first meeting, appoint officers, and vote on a mission statement. Members will also discuss priority issues and review the Morton Street Study. A presentation by Kristen Homeyer, Resilience Manager for NSORS, is scheduled. Public comment will be heard.

• Appointment of officers
• Adoption of mission statement
• Discussion of lead issues to solve for
• Morton Street Study review
• Presentation by Kristen Homeyer, NSORS Resilience Manager

Council On Aging

The Winthrop Council on Aging will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes from three prior meetings and hear announcements and director's comments. No substantive decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from April 11, May 9, and June 13, 2024 meetings

Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

The committee is meeting exclusively in executive session. The session is scheduled to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation.

• Executive session pursuant to G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) regarding collective bargaining or litigation strategy

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District School Committee will hold a regular meeting on August 8, 2024. The agenda includes collective bargaining in executive session, approval of minutes, personnel reports, bids, and reports and communications.

• Collective bargaining (executive session required)
• Approval of minutes
• Personnel reports
• Bids
• Reports and communications

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Student Grades, Promotion, Graduation Requirements & Student Handbook Subcommittee will meet to discuss changes to the Student Handbook.

• Discussion of changes to the Student Handbook

Rules & Ordinance

The Winthrop Rules & Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss short-term rentals. The agenda includes a call to order and a single substantive item on short-term rentals. No specific proposals or actions are listed.

• Discussion of short-term rentals

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Retirement Board will vote on approving retirement applications for a police officer and the Council on Aging director, accept a new DPW laborer, and approve financial statements and transfers. The board will also discuss potential changes to supplemental guidelines for cafeteria employees. Stephen Rogers was elected to the board by a vote of 82-49.

• Election of Stephen Rogers to the 3rd seat on the Retirement Board (82-49 vote)
• Approval of June 2024 Eastern Bank statement and reconciliation ($217,288.60)
• Approval of new member Patrick Feeley, DPW laborer, at 9% + 2% contribution, salary $44,492.50
• Retirement of James Freeman (police, 25.250 years) and Kathryn Dixon (Council on Aging, 31.5833 years)
• Discussion of amendments to Winthrop Creditable Service Regulation for cafeteria employees

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold hearings regarding two permit requests for residential construction. Both applicants are seeking relief from zoning bylaws and setbacks to allow for building expansions or new construction.

• Hearing for 98 Bay View Avenue: request for a 2 1/2 story addition to a single-family home
• Hearing for 19 Walden Street: request to demolish a warehouse and build a two-story residential building with four one-bedroom and six studio units

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, minutes review, financials, public comment, director's report, old business, new business, and adjournment. No specific items are listed for discussion or decision.

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold an executive session on July 25, 2024, to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining or litigation, with no public business on the agenda. The meeting consists entirely of procedural motions to enter and then adjourn the closed session.

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will review three property requests including a mixed-use redevelopment and residential additions. The body will determine if applicants qualify for variances or special permits to deviate from standard zoning rules.

• 40 Bates Avenue: Special Permit for an attached garage and 2nd story addition
• 7 Madison Avenue: Variances for rear yard setback, maximum stories, and parking
• 63-69 Putnam Street: Mixed-use proposal for 16 one-bedroom apartments, gym, and 13 parking spaces
• 63-69 Putnam Street: Variance request for side yard setback

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC) will discuss multiple resident requests for speed mitigation and traffic calming, including on Nahant Ave, Shirley St, and at the intersection of Veterans, Locust & Beach. The committee will also discuss traffic flow into and out of Winthrop Center and potential improvements for pedestrian crossings at Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd. No votes or decisions are expected; the meeting is limited to discussion.

• Resident request for speed signage on Nahant Ave
• Resident request for speed mitigation on Shirley St and intersections at Shirley & Triton and Triton & Billows
• Traffic calming at intersection of Veterans, Locust & Beach
• Discussion of pedestrian crossing improvements at Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd
• Discussion of traffic flow in and out of Winthrop Center

Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

The Intergovernmental Strategies & Finance Committee will hold a discussion on a mitigation agreement. No specific proposals or votes are listed on the agenda; the meeting is solely for discussion purposes.

• Mitigation Agreement Discussion

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council will meet to conduct general business and discuss upcoming events. The agenda does not list specific votes or proposals.

• General business
• Upcoming events

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Budget Sub-committee is meeting to discuss a 2025-2026 override. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• 2025-2026 Override Discussion

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss three mixed-use redevelopment projects: a 16-unit residential/commercial building at 63-69 Putnam Street (with requested side yard variance), a 23-unit mixed-use building at 7 Madison Avenue, and a six-unit building at 22-24 Pauline Street. The board may also vote on meeting minutes and hold general discussion. No final decisions are scheduled; the items are listed under New Business for discussion.

• 63-69 Putnam Street: Redevelopment of former Surf Cleaners into 16 one-bedroom apartments, gym, common area, and 13 parking spaces; variance requested for side yard setback (parking and coverage shown as compliant).
• 7 Madison Avenue: Redevelopment of former Bangs Moving and Storage into 16 one-bedroom and 7 two-bedroom apartments plus commercial office space.
• 22-24 Pauline Street: Demolition of existing mixed-use building and construction of a three-story, six-unit mixed-use building in the Center Business District.
• Applicants are seeking variances for side yard setback (63-69 Putnam Street) while parking and coverage variances noted as required per ASPR but applicant shows compliance.
• All projects are in the Center Business District and involve mixed-use commercial/residential redevelopment.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will receive a presentation from RKG Consultant regarding MBTA Section 3A compliance. Public comment will be taken on the topic. The board may also hold a general discussion and consider other matters.

• MBTA 3A presentation by RKG Consultant
• Public comment period on MBTA 3A

Appointments Committees & Commissions

The Appointments, Committees & Commission’s body will meet to conduct reviews of the Town Manager and the Town Clerk/Council Clerk.

• Review of Town Manager
• Review of Town Clerk/Council Clerk

Finance Committee

The Winthrop Finance Committee will consider a transfer of $80,000 from Capital Stabilization to fund Phase II of the Stormwater Engineering project. This is the only substantive item on the agenda for this meeting.

• Transfer $80,000 from Capital Stabilization to Stormwater Engineering Phase II

Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

The Intergovernmental Strategies committee will discuss Massport mitigation and receive updates regarding MWRA mitigation. The meeting is scheduled for July 12, 2024.

• Massport Mitigation Discussion
• MWRA Mitigation Updates

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a special meeting on July 8, 2024. The board is scheduled to review bids and award a contract for the kitchen modernization project, number 346122.

• Review bids and award contract for project 346122, kitchen modernization

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Budget Sub-committee will meet on July 8, 2024. The meeting agenda includes a discussion regarding the 2025-2026 override and a period for public comment.

• 2025-2026 Override Discussion
• Public Comment

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region will meet remotely to review UASI budget updates for FFY20-23, with an emphasis on the FY20 closeout. The agenda also includes an introduction from TJ Swenson of CISA/DHS and an EOPSS update.

• UASI Budget Updates (FFY20-23) focusing on FY20 closeout
• Introduction from TJ Swenson (CISA/DHS)
• EOPSS Update
• Approval of May 23, 2024 minutes

Board of Appeals

The Winthrop Board of Appeals will hold hearings on several property use and construction requests. These include a request for a transient lodging business at 100 Sargent Street and building additions at 189 Pleasant Street and 40 Bates Avenue. The board will also review plan revisions and an extension request.

• Special Permit for Bed & Breakfast/Transient Lodging at 100 Sargent Street
• Proposed 2-story addition with setback relief at 189 Pleasant Street
• Request for a 6-month extension at 160 Winthrop Shore Drive
• Review of revised plans for 815 Shirley Street
• Special Permit for attached garage and 2-story addition at 40 Bates Avenue

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Contributory Retirement System Board will meet to vote on approving the minutes from the March 26, April 30, and May 28, 2024, meetings. The agenda contains only these procedural items.

• Approval of March 26, 2024 minutes
• Approval of April 30, 2024 minutes
• Approval of May 28, 2024 minutes

Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

The committee will receive updates on information gathering regarding MWRA and Massport. Members will also review past receipts from these agencies and discuss the status of Short Beach and Winthrop Parkway.

• MWRA and Massport information gathering updates
• Review of past receipts from MWRA/Massport
• Update on Short Beach/Winthrop Parkway

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The committee will review several resident requests regarding speed mitigation and signage. Members will also discuss potential improvements at the intersection of Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd.

• Signage request for Nahant Ave
• Speed mitigation on Shirley St, Triton, and Billows
• Parking changes at 381 Revere St
• Traffic calming at Veterans, Locust & Beach
• Intersection improvements at Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd

Board of Health

The Winthrop Board of Health will discuss regulations regarding the letter grading of food establishments and grease trap requirements. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from May 28, 2024, and June 20, 2024.

• Letter Grading of Food Establishments Regulation
• Grease Trap Regulation
• Review of May 28, 2024, and June 20, 2024 minutes

Winthrop Retirement Board

The board will review retirement applications for several employees and approve the June 28, 2024, retirement system warrant. Members will also discuss potential changes to supplemental guidelines for cafeteria employees and a cost-of-living adjustment for the Retirement Coordinator.

• Approval of the June 28, 2024, retirement system warrant
• Acceptance of Thomas Daniels at $65,020.80 per year
• Superannuation applications for Terence Delehanty and Christine Summa
• Discussion regarding supplemental guidelines for cafeteria employees
• Vote on the Retirement Coordinator’s COLA and longevity payment

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council will discuss general business and upcoming events. The meeting also includes a farewell to retiring members.

• General business
• Upcoming events
• Good-bye to retiring members

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region Medsurge Subcommittee is holding a remote meeting. The agenda includes introductions and updates regarding the FY20-FY24 budget. The committee will also address old and new business.

• FY20-FY24 Budget Updates

Metro North Regional Emergency Communications Center

The MNRECC Board of Directors will meet to conduct business, including the election of FY2025 board officers. The agenda also includes reports from the Director and Treasurer.

• Nominations and elections for FY2025 MNRECC Board Officers
• Revere Police Department Policies and Procedures
• Approval of May 15, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Winthrop Board of Health will discuss several regulatory items including food establishment grading and grease trap regulations. The agenda also includes updates on Lewis Lake water quality and the Logan Airport environmental status report.

• Letter Grading of Food Establishments Regulation
• Grease Trap Regulation
• Lewis Lake — Water Quality discussion
• Logan Airport Environmental Status Report
• 38 Summit Avenue

Finance Committee

The Winthrop Finance Committee will meet to review a potential roof and solar project for local elementary schools. The discussion includes reviewing Gorman and Cummings Solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and a related lease agreement.

• Review of Gorman and Cummings Solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
• Review of solar project lease agreement for elementary schools

Appointments Committees & Commissions

The Appointments, Committees & Commissions will conduct reviews of the Town Manager, Council Clerk, and Town Clerk. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Review of Town Manager
• Review of Council Clerk
• Review of Town Clerk

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Public Library & Museum Board of Trustees will review reports from the Director. The meeting includes an update on the library's 125th Planning Committee and progress on a children's ramp.

• Update from the WPL&M 125th Planning Committee
• Childrens’ Ramp Update
• Discussion of trustee roles

Council On Aging

The meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes and announcements. The Director is also scheduled to provide comments.

• Approval of minutes
• Announcements
• Director's comments

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Budget Sub-committee will meet to conduct a review of the 2025 budget. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a 2025 override.

• 2025 Budget Review
• 2025 Override Discussion
• Public Comment

Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management

This meeting consists of procedural items, including the review and approval of March 21, 2024, minutes. The agenda also includes a period for public comment and other business.

• Approval of March 21, 2024, minutes

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region UASI CBRNE Subcommittee will hold a remote meeting on June 13, 2024. The agenda includes discussions regarding FY20-FY23 budget updates and FY24 abstracts. The committee will also receive updates from the JPOC and various working groups.

• FY20-FY23 Budget Updates
• JPOC Updates
• FY24 Abstracts Discussion
• HazMat/EOD/K9 Working Group updates
• US&R Working Group updates

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The District School Committee will meet to discuss collective bargaining and review personnel reports. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and reviewing bids.

• Collective Bargaining #5 (requires Executive Session)
• Approval of minutes
• Personnel reports
• Review of bids

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The commission will review updates for an accessible event scheduled for August. Members are also tasked with developing a policy regarding handicapped parking procedures at Faun Bar and the library.

• Development of a policy for handicapped parking procedures
• Update on the August Accessible Event
• Status update on the MOD grant
• Review of Resource Guide PDF and stickers
• Summary of CODA meeting

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Critical Infrastructure Subcommittee is meeting to receive updates regarding the eUASI Project and its associated budgets. The discussion includes budget updates for federal fiscal years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

• eUASI Project and budget updates for FFY20, FFY21, FFY22, and FFY23

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations is meeting to discuss upcoming community events. Topics include volunteer needs for a Pride Potluck and plans for Juneteenth celebrations. The group will also address maintenance for the David and Ramona Memorial.

• Pride Potluck volunteer needs and schedule
• Juneteenth flag raising and ancillary event
• Maintenance schedule for David and Ramona Memorial plants/tree
• Joint opportunities to meet Commission members

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region's Cyber Security Subcommittee is holding a remote meeting on June 10, 2024. The agenda includes welcome remarks, UASI cyber security updates, FY20-FY24 budget updates, and old/new business items. This is a routine subcommittee meeting with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• UASI Cyber Security Updates
• FY20-FY24 Budget Updates
• Old/New Business Items

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Safety and Security Subcommittee will discuss budget updates for fiscal years 2020 through 2023. The meeting also includes reviewing FY20 closing procedures and FY24 prioritization outcomes.

• FY20-FY23 Budget Updates
• FY20 Closing Procedure
• FY24 Prioritization Outcomes
• Approval of February 21 minutes

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will review prior meeting minutes and discuss the town's Tree Plan. This includes reviewing proposed planting locations, a recommended tree list, and potential edits to the Tree Ordinance. The committee will also address the tree inventory.

• Proposed planting locations
• Recommended Tree List
• Recommended Edits to Tree Ordinance
• Tree Inventory discussion
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review floodplain regulations to provide a vote recommendation to the Town Council. The meeting also includes a 3A presentation with RKG Consultant.

• Floodplain regulation review for a vote recommendation to Town Council
• 3A presentation with RKG Consultant

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The subcommittee will discuss an upcoming event scheduled for August 24 on Deer Island. The meeting also includes updating a task list and setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion regarding August 24 event on Deer Island
• Task list update
• Setting the next meeting date

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the adoption of several Fiscal Year 2025 budgets, including the General Fund and various enterprise funds. The agenda also includes items to close out Fiscal Year 2024 through budget modifications and fund transfers.

• Adoption of FY25 Annual General Fund Operating Budget
• Adoption of FY25 Enterprise Fund Budgets for Water & Sewer, Solid Waste, and others
• Transfer of $500,000 from Retained Earnings to Water/Sewer Capital Stabilization
• Transfer of $75,000 from Technology Grant to Town Hall Servers project
• Transfer of $150,000 from General Fund to Revolving and Enterprise Funds

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region Intel & Info Sharing Subcommittee will meet remotely on June 7, 2024. The agenda includes updates regarding the UASI Intel Project and budgets for FFY20 through FFY24.

• UASI Intel Project updates
• FFY20-FFY24 budget updates

Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

The Intergovernmental Strategies & Finance Committee will discuss a mitigation agreement. The agenda contains no other specific items for discussion.

• Mitigation Agreement Discussion

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Budget Sub-committee will meet to conduct a review of the 2025 budget. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a 2025 override and an opportunity for public comment.

• 2025 Budget Review
• 2025 Override Discussion
• Public Comment

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region Planning and Community Preparedness Subcommittee will hold a remote meeting to review budget updates for fiscal years 2020 through 2023 and finalize FY20 closing procedures. Members will also discuss prioritization outcomes for FY24, approve minutes from February 21, and address any old or new business. These items cover financial tracking and planning for regional homeland security preparedness.

• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2024
• FY20-FY23 budget updates and FY20 closing procedures
• Discussion of FY24 prioritization outcomes
• Old and new business items

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold hearings regarding two property requests. The board will consider a special permit for a garage addition and a variance for residential building limits.

• 40 Bates Avenue: Special permit for an attached garage with a 2nd story addition
• 82 Main Street: Variance request regarding the number of dwellings allowed on a lot in a residential A District
• 82 Main Street: Variance request from the Table of Dimensional Regulations

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Middle School Site Council is meeting via Zoom to discuss the School Improvement Plan.

• Discussion of School Improvement Plan

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a public hearing regarding grease trap regulations and discuss regulations for tobacco sales and food establishment letter grading. The meeting also includes updates on water quality at Lewis Lake and mosquito spraying information from NEMMC.

• Public hearing on Grease Trap Regulation
• Discussion on Letter Grading of Food Establishments Regulation
• Discussion on Tobacco Sales Regulation
• Water quality update for Lewis Lake
• Discussion regarding 38 Summit Avenue

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to review minutes, financials, and correspondence. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including a director's report and public comment.

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Retirement Board will vote on increasing the COLA base to $14,000 and paying 3% on that amount. The board will also consider membership changes, fund transfers, and updates to guidelines for cafeteria employees.

• Vote to increase COLA base to $14,000
• Approval of Eastern Bank Statement for April 2024 in the amount of $831,140.08
• Acceptance of Police Officer Robert DeFreitas at 9% + 2%, $61,978.04
• Application for Voluntary Superannuation Option C for Samuel Deeb
• Discussion and vote on Supplemental Guidelines for Cafeteria Employees

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council will meet to conduct general business. The body will discuss upcoming events and check in with grant recipients.

• Review of grant recipients
• Discussion of upcoming events

Winthrop Historical Commission

The Winthrop Historical Commission will meet to provide updating information and discuss new business. No specific projects or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

Board of Appeals

The Winthrop Board of Appeals will hold hearings regarding three property permit requests. These include a request for a garage, a large-scale renovation of a 61-unit building, and a residential addition.

• 35 Lincoln Street: Request for 1' relief to build an unattached 20’x31’ garage
• 91 Veterans Road: Proposal to renovate 61 units, add seven units, and add a fifth story
• 258 Court Road: Request for a special permit to build a 2 story addition to a non-conforming structure

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet in executive session to discuss confidential information. The agenda focuses on pending appellate tax board cases and fiscal year abatement and exemption applications.

• Pending appellate tax board cases
• Fiscal year abatement applications
• Fiscal year exemption applications

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region will hold a remote meeting on May 23, 2024. The agenda includes approving minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting and reviewing UASI budget updates for FFY20-23.

• Approval of April 25, 2024 minutes
• UASI Budget Updates (FFY20-23)

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will discuss ways to expedite traffic flow in and out of Winthrop Center. The body will also consider allowing neighborhoods to temporarily close streets for recreational use.

• Traffic flow solutions for Winthrop Center
• Temporary street closures for recreational use
• Stop signs, speed mitigation, and pedestrian crossings at Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd
• Project Crosswalk Phase 2 discussion areas

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Communications Interoperability Subcommittee will discuss the UASI Project. The meeting includes budget updates for federal fiscal years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

• UASI Project budget updates for FFY20, FFY21, FFY22, and FFY23

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review lease agreements and Solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) from Gorman & cummings. These documents relate to a potential roof and solar project for the town's elementary schools.

• Review of Gorman & cummings Solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
• Review of Gorman & cummings Lease Agreement for elementary school roof and solar project

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a potential roof and solar project for elementary schools. The body will review lease agreements and Solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) from Gorman & Cummings.

• Review of Gorman & Cummings Solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
• Review of Gorman & Cummings Lease Agreement
• Discussion of Elementary Schools Potential Roof & Solar Project

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a proposal to renovate a building at 181-183 Winthrop Street into seven one-bedroom units and one retail space. The project requires variances for parking, elevation, and side yard setbacks. The board will determine if relief from dimensional regulations is granted.

• Proposed redevelopment of 181-183 Winthrop Street into seven residential units and one retail space
• Request for variances regarding parking and side yard setbacks
• Request for variance for elevation within ten feet of residential areas
• Approval of meeting minutes

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Subcommittee on Accessible Outdoor Recreation Event will meet via Zoom to discuss an event scheduled for August 24 on Deer Island. The group will also review its task list and set a date for the next meeting.

• Discussion of August 24 Event on Deer Island

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations will discuss planning for upcoming community events and a speaker series. The body is also coordinating a community clean-up day and planting plans for a memorial.

• Planning for Pride Potluck and Juneteenth
• Speaker Series schedule at the Winthrop Public Library
• CDICR community clean-up day
• Finalizing planting plans for the David and Ramona Memorial

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet in executive session to discuss confidential information. The discussion will focus on pending Appellate Tax Board cases and fiscal year abatement and exemption applications.

• Pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee is meeting to discuss spring tree plantings and the town's tree inventory. The body will also review the Tree Ordinance and maintenance needs for pruned or felled trees.

• Spring tree plantings, donations, and requests
• Recommended tree list and planting locations
• Tree Ordinance review
• Tree inventory
• Pruning and tree removals

Scholarship Committee

The Winthrop Scholarship Committee is meeting to discuss essay scoring and select winners for the Rona Mael Town Scholarship. The body will also discuss preparations for the next scholarship season.

• Discussion of Facella Essay Scoring
• Selection of Rona Mael Town Scholarship winner(s)

Rules & Ordinance

The Rules and Ordinance Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss short term rentals. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of short term rentals

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Library Board of Trustees is meeting to receive a director's report and discuss two specific updates. The board will review progress on the Hazlett Room and hear from the WPL&M 125th Planning Committee.

• Hazlett Room update
• Update from the WPL&M 125th Planning Committee

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to continue a hearing regarding a property at 82 Main Street. The applicant is seeking a variance from residential building regulations.

• Continuation of hearing for 82 Main Street (File 013-2013/005-2024) regarding the number of dwellings allowed on a residential A District lot

Council On Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to approve previous minutes and hear announcements and comments from the Director. The agenda contains only procedural items.

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The District School Committee will meet to discuss personnel reports and bids. The agenda includes an executive session for collective bargaining.

• Collective bargaining (Executive Session)
• Personnel reports
• Bids

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Commission is reviewing status updates for handicapped parking policies, the Resource Guide website posting, and MOD grant funding. Members are also preparing for an upcoming advocacy presentation scheduled for June.

• Status update on handicapped parking procedures and signage
• Update on the August Accessible Event
• Monitoring of 22G funds status
• June 5 presentation at the Lyceum Room at E.B. Newton

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review correspondence, memoranda, and emails. The board may enter executive session to discuss pending Appellate Tax Board cases and fiscal year abatement and exemption applications.

• Review of correspondence and memoranda
• Discussion of pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Review of fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the appropriation of funds from various town accounts. These requests include transfers for general expenses, ferry operations, and a sidewalk study.

• Appropriation of $100,000 Free Cash, $50,000 Compensated Absence Res. Fund, and $50,000 OPEB Trust Fund
• Appropriation of $20,000 Retained Earnings in the Ferry Enterprise Fund for FY24 ferry expenses
• Appropriation of $13,656.56 from Rideshare Fund to the Capital Project Account for the ADA Sidewalk Study

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Curriculum Sub-committee will meet to discuss the ELA/Reading curriculum. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• ELA/Reading Curriculum

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Curriculum Sub-committee will meet to discuss the ELA/Reading curriculum. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• ELA/Reading Curriculum discussion

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Board will vote on financial statements and a $543,113.26 retirement system warrant. Members will discuss increasing the COLA base to $14,000 and updating membership guidelines for cafeteria employees.

• Approval of Eastern Bank Statement for March 2024 in the amount of $1,312,217.26
• Approval of Retirement System Warrant for April 30, 2024 in the amount of $543,113.26
• Discussion on increasing COLA base to $14,000
• Review of membership eligibility guidelines for cafeteria employees
• Refund of accumulated deductions for former School Department employee Petro Khieu

Planning Board

The Planning Board will receive a status update on a grant regarding the 3A zoning timeline and outreach. The board will also review photos of cut beams at 5 Fremont Street and discuss locating public documents on the town website.

• Status update on 3A Zoning grant and timeline
• Review of 5 Fremont Street beam photos
• Discussion regarding new town website document locations
• Approval of January, February, and March meeting minutes

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Winthrop Commission on Disability's Subcommittee on Accessible Outdoor Recreation will meet via Zoom to discuss an August event on Deer Island, update its task list, and set the next meeting date. The agenda is brief and procedural, with no votes or detailed proposals listed.

• Discuss August event on Deer Island
• Update task list
• Set next meeting date

Planning Board

The Planning Board will receive presentations for two residential projects in the Central Business District. The board will also receive a status update on a zoning grant and review photos of cut beams at 5 Freemont Street.

• Informal presentation for 20 apartments with 10 parking spots at 50 Somerset Avenue
• Review of 16 units with 14 parking spots at 63 Putnam Street (Surf Cleaners redevelopment)
• Status update on zoning grant and timeline for joint meetings with Town Council
• Review of photos showing cut beams at 5 Freemont Street
• Discussion on the location of public documents on the new town website

Rules & Ordinance

The Rules and Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss short-term rentals. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding short-term rentals

Board of Appeals

The Winthrop Board of Appeals will hold hearings regarding two property requests. The board will consider a special permit for a garage addition and a variance for residential building limits.

• 40 Bates Avenue: Special permit request for an attached garage with a 2nd story addition
• 82 Main Street: Variance request regarding Section 17.060.20 regulations on the number of dwellings per lot

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council will meet to conduct general business. The body will discuss upcoming events and check in with grant recipients.

• Discussion of upcoming events
• Grant recipients check-in

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to review financials, correspondence, and previous minutes. The board will discuss a request for handicap parking regarding the 667 development.

• Request for handicap parking at 667 development

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss updates to regulations regarding food establishment letter grading, grease traps, and tobacco sales. The meeting also includes updates on water quality at Lewis Lake and a property at 87 Brewster.

• Letter Grading of Food Establishments Regulation
• Grease Trap Regulation
• Tobacco Sale Regulation
• Lewis Lake water quality
• 87 Brewster

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The committee will discuss potential speed mitigation and pedestrian improvements at the intersection of Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd. Members will also review several resident requests regarding parking restrictions and stop signs on local streets.

• Intersection issues at Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd
• Speed mitigation and 3-way stop sign request for Washington Ave at River Rd
• No parking sign request near 103 Bay View Ave
• No parking zone request between driveways near 88 Somerset Ave
• Ordinance and parking issues related to a driveway

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Budget Sub-committee is meeting to discuss the FY25 Budget. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• FY25 Budget

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet in executive session to discuss confidential matters. The discussion will focus on pending Appellate Tax Board cases and applications for fiscal year abatements and exemptions.

• Pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Fiscal year abatement applications
• Fiscal year exemption applications

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Library Board of Trustees will meet to receive a director's report and discuss several operational updates. The board will review progress on the WPL&M 125th Planning Committee and the Hazlett Room.

• Hazlett Room update
• Update from the WPL&M 125th Planning Committee
• Media Request
• Board Invitations

Council On Aging

The Winthrop Council on Aging is meeting to approve minutes, hear announcements, and receive the director's comments. The agenda contains only routine procedural items with no specific decisions or discussions listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Announcements
• Director's comments

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The District School Committee will meet to discuss personnel reports and review bids. The agenda also includes an executive session for collective bargaining.

• Collective bargaining (Executive Session)
• Personnel reports
• Bids

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Budget Subcommittee (Committee of the Whole) is meeting to discuss the FY25 Budget. The meeting is scheduled for April 11, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the school library.

• Discussion of the FY25 Budget

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District will hold a public hearing regarding its Fiscal 2025 Budget. The meeting is scheduled for April 11, 2024, at the school library in Wakefield.

• Public hearing on the FY 2025 Budget

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations will discuss planning for upcoming community events and funding for commission initiatives. The meeting includes coordination for events at the Winthrop Public Library and local community activities.

• CASA Event in May
• Speaker Series at the Winthrop Public Library
• Funding for CDICR initiatives
• CDICR Cup next steps
• Pride Event in June

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The commission will review previous minutes and receive updates on various accessibility projects. Discussion items include status updates on signage, web page content, and grant funding.

• Update on August 17 Accessible Event
• Status of Faun Bar and library signs
• MOD grant update
• Monitoring of 22G funds by John Morgan
• TIP Project discussion

Economic Development and Capital Assets Committee

The Capital Assets & Economic Development Committee will meet to review the Capital Asset Plan and a proposed Capital Asset Plan.

• Review of Capital Asset Plan
• Review of Proposed Capital Asset Plan

Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

The Intergovernmental Affairs Committee will meet to discuss the expiration and engagement of existing agreements with the MWRA and Massport. The committee will also address advanced notices for the Winthrop Parkway tide gate closure.

• Existing agreements with MWRA and Massport
• Winthrop Parkway tide gate closure advanced notices

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Budget Sub-committee is meeting to discuss the FY25 Budget. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• FY25 Budget

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will meet to discuss spring planting activities and the town's tree ordinance. The body will also review tree inventory, maintenance, and requests for donations.

• Spring tree plantings for the Revere St. National Grid project
• Review of the Tree Ordinance
• Discussion of the Recommended Tree List
• Tree inventory and maintenance including pruning and removals
• Tree donations and requests

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold hearings regarding two property requests. The board will consider a special permit for a garage and addition and a variance request regarding residential building limits.

• Special permit for attached garage and 2nd story addition at 40 Bates Avenue
• Variance request for residential building limits and dimensional regulations at 82 Main Street

Scholarship Committee

The Winthrop Scholarship Committee is meeting to discuss planning for the 2024 scholarship season.

• Planning for the 2024 Scholarship Season

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review correspondence, memoranda, and bulletins. The board may enter executive session to discuss pending Appellate Tax Board cases and fiscal year abatement and exemption applications.

• Review of correspondence, memoranda, and emails
• Discussion of pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Review of fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed increase to the Winthrop Retirement Board’s retirees COLA and the appropriation of Certified Free Cash.

• Vote to adopt Winthrop Retirement Board’s retirees COLA increase to $14,000
• Vote to appropriate Certified Free Cash

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding two specific properties. The board will determine zoning status for a residence with a second dwelling unit and consider a modification to a previously granted variance.

• Public hearing for 50 Cliff Avenue regarding a new public determination for an existing residence with a second dwelling unit
• Public hearing for 82 Main Street regarding a modification to a variance issued October 24, 2013

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region will conduct a remote JPOC meeting to review UASI budget updates for fiscal years 20-23, receive a threat briefing from the Boston Police Department, and approve minutes from February. The agenda covers routine emergency management coordination and open business items.

• Approval of February 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• UASI Budget Updates for Federal Fiscal Years 20-23
• EOPSS Update and Threat Briefing from the Boston Police Department (BPD)
• Old Business and New Business discussion

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Middle School Site Council is meeting via Zoom to discuss the School Improvement Plan.

• Discussion of School Improvement Plan

Appointments Committees & Commissions

The Appointments, Commission & Committees body will meet to review the Town Clerk and Town Manager. The meeting includes an opening discussion regarding the appointment of a Town Councilor for Precinct 1.

• Review of Town Clerk
• Review of Town Manager
• Discussion on Precinct 1 Town Councilor Appointment

Appointments Committees & Commissions

The Appointments, Commission & Committees body will review the Town Clerk and Town Manager. The meeting also includes an opening discussion regarding an appointment for the Precinct 1 Town Councilor.

• Review of Town Clerk
• Review of Town Manager
• Discussion of Precinct 1 Town Councilor appointment

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Board is meeting to approve monthly financial statements and payroll warrants. Members will vote on the acceptance of two new employees into the retirement system and the transfer of deductions for three former employees. The Board will also discuss increasing the COLA base to $14,000.

• Approval of Eastern Bank Statement and Reconciliation for February 2024 in the amount of $2,004,490.02
• Acceptance of Marianne Brooks ($38,884.97) and Jillian Kelley ($33,329.92) into the system
• Transfer of deductions for Cheryl Paolini, Toni Titemore, and Lucia Ancillo
• Discussion on increasing COLA base to $14,000
• Vote to approve the 2023 Annual Statement

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Board will vote on the acceptance of two new members and the transfer of retirement deductions for three former employees. Members will also discuss increasing the COLA base to $14,000 and approve the 2023 Annual Statement.

• Approval of Eastern Bank Statement for February 2024 in the amount of $2,004,490.02
• Acceptance of Marianne Brooks ($38,884.97) and Jillian Kelley ($33,329.92) into the system
• Discussion on increasing COLA base to $14,000
• Vote to approve the 2023 Annual Statement
• Refund of accumulated deductions for former DPW employee Michael Conneely

Memorials Committee

The Memorials Committee will meet to consider a request for a veteran street sign. The body will also review all currently outstanding memorial projects.

• Request by Daniel Sheppard for a street sign honoring Robert Sheppard, a WWII veteran
• Review of outstanding memorials projects

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council will meet to conduct general business. The agenda includes discussions on upcoming events and a check-in with grant recipients.

• Review of upcoming events
• Grant recipients check-in

Memorials Committee

The Memorials Committee is meeting to discuss a request for a veteran street sign and review current memorial projects. The body will also vote to accept the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Request by Daniel Sheppard for a veteran street sign honoring Robert Sheppard (WW II veteran)
• Review of all outstanding memorials projects

Memorials Committee

The Memorials Committee will meet to review all currently outstanding memorial projects. The meeting also includes a vote to accept the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review of all outstanding memorials projects

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to present and discuss its draft Annual Plan. The body will also review minutes and financial records.

• Presentation and discussion of the Annual Plan
• Review of financial records
• Public comment period on the Annual Plan

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will discuss pedestrian and speed mitigation at the Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd intersection. The committee will also review resident requests regarding signage and stop signs at specific town locations.

• Potential stop signs, speed mitigation, and pedestrian crossing improvements at Lowell Rd and Circuit Rd
• Resident request for speed mitigation and a 3-way stop sign on Washington Ave at River Rd
• Resident request for a “no parking here to corner” sign near 103 Bay View Ave
• Discussion of ordinance and issues related to parking near driveways

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will meet to conduct hearings regarding tree removals at 170 Grovers Ave and 51 Loring Rd. The body will also discuss spring plantings, a recommended tree list, and a grant request to the Winthrop Foundation.

• Tree removal hearing: 170 Grovers Ave
• Tree removal hearing: 51 Loring Rd
• Winthrop Foundation Grant Request
• Spring tree plantings and recommended tree list
• Tree inventory and maintenance

Planning Board

The Winthrop Planning Board will meet to discuss a definitive subdivision plan and other property matters. The board will also review meeting minutes.

• Definitive Subdivision Plan for 40R Banks Street
• Review of 154 Adams Street/Tafts Avenue
• Review of 5 Fremont Street

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review a budget request and outline. The meeting includes updates on handicapped access and planning for the library's 125th anniversary.

• Budget Request and Outline
• Handicapped Access update
• Update from the WPL&M 125th Planning Committee

Council On Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to approve previous minutes and hear announcements and comments from the Director. The agenda contains only procedural items.

Board of Health

The Winthrop Board of Health is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding food establishment letter grading. The board will also discuss water quality at Lewis Lake and regulations for grease traps and tobacco sales.

• Public hearing on Regulation on Letter Grading of Food Establishments
• Discussion on Lewis Lake water quality
• Review of Boston University MetroBridge Project
• Discussion on hotel on Shirley Street
• Review of Grease Trap and Tobacco Sale regulations

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The commission is meeting to discuss upcoming community events and programming. Discussions include historical commemorations for March and event planning for May and June.

• Women’s, Irish, and Greek History Month (March)
• CASA Event in May
• Speaker Series at the Winthrop Public Library
• CDICR Cup next steps
• Pride Event in June

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review correspondence and memoranda. The board may enter executive session to discuss pending Appellate Tax Board cases and fiscal year abatement and exemption applications.

• Review of correspondence, memoranda, and bulletins
• Discussion of pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Review of fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Critical Infrastructure Subcommittee will discuss updates regarding the UASI Project. The meeting includes reviews of budget updates for federal fiscal years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

• FFY20 Budget Updates
• FFY21 Budget Updates
• FFY22 Budget Updates
• FFY23 Budget Updates

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region Maritime Working Group will meet remotely to discuss the UASI Project. The agenda includes budget updates for federal fiscal years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

• UASI Project & Budget Updates for FFY20, FFY21, FFY22, and FFY23

Metro Boston Homeland Security Region

The Metro Boston Homeland Security Region is meeting to conduct updates on the UASI Project. The agenda includes reviewing budget updates for FFY20, FFY22, and FFY23.

• UASI Project and Budget Updates for FFY20, FFY22, and FFY23
• Old/New Business Items

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The District School Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss personnel reports and bids. The agenda includes an executive session for collective bargaining.

• Collective bargaining (Executive Session)
• Personnel reports
• Bids

Winthrop Public Schools

The School Site Council is meeting to review draft goals and proposed strategies for the next cycle. The meeting includes a session for questions and the determination of the next meeting date.

• Review of draft goals for next cycle
• Review of draft strategies for proposed goals

Winthrop Public Schools

The Budget Sub-committee is meeting to discuss the FY25 Budget. The session includes a period for public comment.

• FY25 Budget

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Commission on Disability is meeting to review status updates on handicapped parking signs and the publication of accessibility guides. The body is also discussing the process for applying for a MOD grant and the use of 22G Funds.

• Status of handicapped parking signs at Faun Bar and the library
• Discussion on paying for a flipbook version of guides
• Review of the MOD grant application process via the Hingham Commission
• Statement regarding 22G Funds
• Planning for an April 16 presentation by Jon Rodis and Kathleen Kane

Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School District

The District School Committee will meet to discuss personnel reports, bids, and collective bargaining. The meeting includes a required executive session for collective bargaining.

• Collective bargaining (Executive Session)
• Personnel reports
• Bids

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee will discuss several resident requests regarding parking and traffic calming. The meeting includes reviews of specific street intersections and pedestrian safety measures.

• Parking request for 15-minute and handicapped spots at 3-11 Walden St
• Speed mitigation and potential 3-way stop at Washington Ave and River Rd
• Traffic and pedestrian safety at Shirley St, Washington Ave, and Sturgis St
• Potential crosswalk and sidewalk gaps on Shirley St near the Public Landing
• Request for 'no parking here to corner' sign near 103 Bay View Ave

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review correspondence, memoranda, and emails. The board may enter executive session to discuss confidential information, including fiscal year abatement and exemption applications and pending Appellate Tax Board cases.

• Review of correspondence, memoranda, and bulletins
• Discussion of pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Review of fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council will meet to conduct general business. The body will discuss upcoming events and check in with grant recipients.

• Discussion of upcoming events
• Grant recipients check-in

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Winthrop Contributory Retirement System Board will vote on a voluntary superannuation application and the acceptance of five new employees into the system. The board will also review bank reconciliations and a payroll warrant.

• Application for Voluntary Superannuation Option C for police officer James Feeley
• Eastern Bank Statement and Reconciliation for January 2024 totaling $2,397,174.81
• Acceptance of three police officers at $55,964.79 each
• Acceptance of Alyssa Mortimer ($11,488.27) and Gavin Broderick ($43,620.10)
• Request by Paul Montgomery to buyback two years of military time

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to review financials and project updates. The board will also discuss an upcoming Annual Plan Meeting scheduled for March 25, 2024.

• Project updates for 346117, 346118, 346122, and 346123
• Annual Plan Meeting scheduled for 3/25/24 at 6:00 PM

Winthrop Public Schools

The Budget Sub-committee will meet at Town Hall to discuss the FY25 Budget. The agenda also includes a period for public comment.

• FY25 Budget discussion
• Public Comment

Winthrop Public Schools

The Winthrop Public Schools Sick Leave Bank Sub-committee is meeting to discuss a sick leave bank request.

• Sick Leave Bank Request

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a new public hearing for a home addition and continue hearings on four other property requests. These include requests for a townhouse redevelopment and a conversion of a single-family home to a two-family home.

• 170 Grovers Avenue: request to expand deck, create carport, and replace/expand rear deck
• 30 Grovers Avenue: Milan Pulik B&B/Transient Lodging
• 1001 Shirley Street: Shirley Church LLC request to redevelop site into townhouses
• 74 Quincy Avenue: Kyle Russo request to convert 1-family structure to 2-family with parking relief
• 88 Putnam Street: David and Carissa Juengst request to construct 2 story family addition

Metro North Regional Emergency Communications Center

The MNRECC Board of Directors is meeting to review reports and conduct old business regarding Revere PD Policy and Procedures. The board may enter an executive session to discuss real property transactions.

• Executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
• Review of Revere PD Policy and Procedures

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review correspondence and memoranda. The board may enter executive session to discuss pending Appellate Tax Board cases and fiscal year abatement and exemption applications.

• Review of correspondence, memoranda, and emails
• Discussion of pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Review of fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the transfer and appropriation of funds for a storm water study, the Opioid Settlement Fund, and services for persons with disabilities.

• Transfer of $50,000 from Town Council Reserve for a Storm Water Study
• Appropriation of $33,564.10 from Free Cash to the Opioid Settlement Fund
• Appropriation of $20,000 from the Handicap Parking Fine Fund for the Benefit Persons with Disability

Board of Health

The Winthrop Board of Health will meet to review water quality at Lewis Lake and discuss updates from the Director of Public Health and Commissioner of Inspectional Services. The board will also consider regulations regarding grease traps, dogs at restaurants, and the restaurant grading system. A definitive subdivision at 40R Banks Street is also on the agenda.

• Lewis Lake water quality
• Grease trap regulation
• Dogs at restaurants
• Restaurant grading system
• 40R Banks Street definitive subdivision

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold continued hearings on two property redevelopment requests. These items were previously discussed at the January 11 meeting.

• 1001 Shirley Street: Special Permit/Variance for Shirley Church, SP/Variance to redevelop site into townhouses
• 74 Quincy Avenue: Special Permit for Kyle Russo to convert a 1-family structure to 2-family with parking relief

Winthrop Public Schools

The William P. Gorman Fort Banks Site Council is meeting to review and approve the School Improvement Plan (SIP) for submission. The body will also discuss a presentation of the plan to the School Committee scheduled for March 11th.

• Approval of GFB SIP workshop for submission
• Planning for School Committee SIP Presentation on March 11th

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations will discuss updates from the Town Council and the committee's email distribution list. The body will also review plans for history month celebrations and funding for future events.

• Feb. 6 Town Council meeting update
• Black History Month and Women’s, Irish, and Greek History Month (March) planning
• Events at Winthrop Public Library
• Funding for future CDICR events

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review correspondence, memoranda, and emails. The board may enter executive session to discuss confidential information, including fiscal year abatement and exemption applications and pending Appellate Tax Board cases.

• Review of correspondence, memoranda, and emails
• Discussion of pending Appellate Tax Board cases
• Review of fiscal year abatement and exemption applications

Winthrop Public Schools

The Sick Leave Bank Sub-committee is meeting to discuss a sick leave bank request.

• Sick Leave Bank Request

Tree Committee

The Tree Committee will meet to discuss spring tree plantings, tree donations, and a grant request to the Winthrop Foundation. The body will also review tree maintenance, removals, and a multi-year plan.

• Spring tree plantings
• Winthrop Foundation grant request
• Tree donations and requests
• Multi-year plan
• Pruning and tree removals

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss a definitive subdivision plan for 40R Banks Street. The board will also address old business regarding 5 Fremont Street.

• Definitive Subdivision Plan for 40R Banks Street
• Discussion of 5 Fremont Street

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review the Director's report and discuss several administrative items. The agenda includes a review of budget submissions and questions.

• Handicapped access
• 125th Anniversary
• Budget submission and questions
• TM/Council invite

Council On Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to approve previous minutes and hear announcements and comments from the Director. The agenda contains only procedural items.

Winthrop Public Schools

The Budget Sub-committee will meet to discuss the FY25 Budget. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• FY25 Budget

Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management

The Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control and Wetlands Management District Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on salary step increases and updates to the Office Manager's job description and salary scale. The board will also discuss budget updates for FY24 and FY25.

• Vote on 2-year step increase for A. Sheehan
• Vote on 1-year step increase for S. Przyjemski
• Vote to update Office Manager job description to absorb BOH Liaison duties
• Vote to update Salary Scale to remove BOH stipend and move Office Manager to Group 2 employees
• Discussion of FY24 and FY25 preliminary budget updates

Rules & Ordinance

The Rules and Ordinance Committee will meet to hold an open discussion regarding Airbnb and short-term rental policies. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Open discussion on Airbnb/short term rental policy

Winthrop Retirement Board

The Board will vote on the acceptance of four new retirees and a service time buyback request. Members will also discuss increasing the COLA base to $14,000 and a proposed 5-year contract with Pension Technology Group.

• Approval of Eastern Bank Statement for December 2023 in the amount of $2,745,494.34
• Discussion of increasing COLA base to $14,000
• Proposed 5-year contract with Pension Technology Group
• Buyback request for Jianna Balian for service from 2012 to 2019
• Acceptance of retirees Diane Stangle, James Pioppi, Shannon Stimpson, and Kelleigh Duffy

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will meet to review agency policies and discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Plan. The meeting includes a director's report and a review of past meeting minutes.

• Review of WHA Policies
• Discussion of FY 2025 Annual Plan

Winthrop Public Schools

The SEIU Local 888 Custodian Sick Leave Bank Sub-committee is meeting to discuss a sick leave bank request. This meeting focuses on the administration of sick leave for custodial staff.

• Review of SEIU Local 888 Custodian Sick Leave Bank Request

Winthrop Cultural Council

The Winthrop Cultural Council is meeting to conduct general business. The body will discuss upcoming events and review the previous holiday event.

• General business
• Upcoming events
• Holiday event review

Metro North Regional Emergency Communications Center

The Board of Directors will meet to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda includes a Director's report update on Balsam and a review of Revere Police Department policy and procedures.

• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2023 and November 29, 2023
• Director’s Report update on Balsam
• Revere Police Department Policy and Procedures update

Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, & Community Relations

The commission will meet to discuss the status of open commission spots and the process for appointments. Members will also review updates on hate crimes committed in Winthrop and discuss the International Night event scheduled for January 18.

• Status of open commission spots and appointment process
• Commissioner presence at town council meetings
• Update on hate crimes committed in Winthrop
• Advisory resources in the community for CIDCR
• International Night on January 18

Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC)

The Transportation Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss resident requests for traffic calming and signage. The committee will review pedestrian safety and potential infrastructure additions at specific intersections and streets.

• Proposed 3-way stop sign and speed mitigation at Washington Ave and River Rd
• Traffic and pedestrian safety at Shirley St, Washington Ave, and Sturgis St
• Potential crosswalk on Shirley St across from the Public Landing
• Request for 'no parking here to corner' sign near 103 Bay View Ave
• Speed calming and visibility mirror at Summit Ave and Grovers Ave

Winthrop Commission On Disabilities

The Commission on Disability is meeting to discuss the distribution of a new Resource Guide and a February 28 workshop on Social Security benefits. The body will also review parking in front of the library and a hearing regarding a sidewalk on Somerset.

• Distribution and flipbook costs for the Resource Guide
• February 28 workshop at Senior Center regarding Social Security benefits
• Update on HP parking in front of the library
• January 22 hearing with Architectural Access Board regarding Somerset sidewalk

Winthrop Library Board of Trustees

The Winthrop Library Board of Trustees will meet to conduct officer elections and review a director's report. The board will also discuss handicapped access and an electrician.

• Officer elections
• Handicapped access
• Electrician

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold hearings on several property modifications and zoning requests. The meeting includes new hearings for townhouses, a two-family conversion, and a restaurant, as well as continued discussions on existing cases.

• 170 Grovers Ave: Request to expand deck, create carport, and add curb cut
• 30 Grovers Ave: B&B/Transient Lodging request
• 1001 Shirley Street: Proposal by Shirley Church LLC to redevelop site into townhouses
• 74 Quincy Avenue: Request to convert a 1-family structure to 2-family
• 71-79 Jefferson Street: Request to construct a restaurant and a parking variance

Planning Board

The Winthrop Planning Board will meet to review a site plan for 50 Somerset Avenue and a definitive subdivision plan for 40R Banks Street. The board will also consider an 'Approval Not Required' item for 68-72 Almont Street and discuss the ZCAP plan for MBTA Communities.

• Site Plan Review: 50 Somerset Avenue
• Definitive Subdivision Plan: 40R Banks Street
• Approval Not Required: 68-72 Almont Street
• Discussion of ZCAP plan regarding 3A/MBTA Communities

Board of Health

The Board of Health will elect its Chair and Vice Chair and review updates from the Director of Public Health and the Commissioner of Inspectional Services. The body will discuss regulations regarding grease traps, dogs at restaurants, and a restaurant grading system.

• Status of 76 Sunnyside Avenue
• Lewis Lake water quality
• Grease trap regulation
• Dogs at restaurants
• Restaurant grading system

Winthrop Housing Authority

The Winthrop Housing Authority will hold a special meeting on January 8, 2024. The board anticipates entering executive session to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Potential executive session regarding collective bargaining or litigation