York public meetings in 2023

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to review and discuss several site plan and subdivision applications, including a boat yard on Raydon Road, a site subdivision on US Route 1, an amendment to the Woodstone subdivision, and a site plan for the Grand View Motel. The board will also consider draft minutes from previous meetings and findings of fact documents.

• Review of 97 Raydon Road boat yard site plan
• Review of 316 US Route 1 site subdivision plan
• Review of Woodstone subdivision plan amendment 2
• Review of Grand View Motel site plan
• Draft minutes from November 30 and December 14 meetings

Single Use Plastics Reduction Ordinance Committee - Dissolved Committee

This is the agenda for the December 21, 2023 meeting of the Single Use Plastics Reduction Ordinance Committee, which is noted as a dissolved committee. The agenda contains only a single item referencing the committee itself, with no listed discussion topics, votes, or public hearings. The meeting appears to be procedural or administrative in nature, with no substantive decisions or proposals detailed in the agenda text.

• Single Use Plastics Reduction Ordinance Committee (dissolved) — sole agenda item

School Committee

The agenda for this meeting contains only meeting materials. No specific decisions, discussions, or proposals are listed in the provided text.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to review expenditure and revenue reports for November 2023. The agenda includes discussion of the town's financial status based on these reports.

• Review of November 2023 expenditure report
• Review of November 2023 revenue report
• Discussion of November financials for the town

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a reference to a meeting packet PDF, with no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the substantive items are contained in the attached packet, which is not included here.

• Meeting packet PDF referenced but not provided

Single Use Plastics Reduction Ordinance Committee - Dissolved Committee

This agenda is for the Single Use Plastics Reduction Ordinance Committee, which has been dissolved. The only listed item is the committee itself, with no active decisions or discussions scheduled. The meeting appears to be procedural only, with no substantive actions to report.

• Committee dissolution noted
• Reference documents include a 2019 polystyrene foam ordinance and a draft ordinance

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to discuss proposed ordinance amendments, including a draft for the STRR ordinance, and to review findings of fact for a site on Roots Rock Road. The agenda also includes draft minutes from previous meetings and a schedule of possible 2024 meeting dates. Most items are for discussion or review, with no final votes listed.

• Proposed ordinance amendments draft dated 2023-11-16
• STRR ordinance amendment draft dated 2023-12-13
• Findings of fact for Roots Rock Road site
• Draft minutes from October 26 and November 9, 2023 meetings
• Possible meeting dates for January-December 2024

Conservation Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the York Conservation Commission meeting on December 11, 2023. The only listed item is the meeting materials document, with no specific discussion or decision items provided.

• Meeting materials document (12_11_2023 YCC AGENDA V3.PDF)

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a reference to a meeting packet PDF and no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the substantive items are contained in the attached packet, which is not provided here.

• Meeting packet PDF referenced but not included in agenda text

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to review several applications, including a water tower proposal on Roots Rock Road, a preliminary site plan for the York Paddle Tennis Club, and amendments to the Woodstone subdivision and a site/subdivision plan at 316 US Route 1. The agenda includes review letters, revised plans, and responses from applicants. This is a working session to discuss and potentially decide on these items.

• Water tower application (WCF) at 5 Roots Rock Road
• York Paddle Tennis Club preliminary site plan
• Woodstone subdivision plan amendment at 142 York Street
• Site/subdivision plan application at 316 US Route 1

School Committee

The York School Committee is meeting for Budget Workshop No. 1 on November 29, 2023. The agenda consists solely of meeting materials for this budget workshop, with no other listed items.

• Budget Workshop No. 1 for the upcoming fiscal year

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

This is a procedural agenda with no listed discussion items. The only document is the meeting agenda PDF itself, so no decisions or substantive topics are specified.

• No specific items listed beyond the agenda document

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to review the town liaison report and expenditure and revenue reports for October 2023. The agenda consists solely of reviewing these financial documents with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Town liaison report for November 28, 2023
• Expenditure report as of October 31, 2023
• Revenue report as of October 31, 2023

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a reference to a meeting packet PDF, with no specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with substantive details presumably contained in the attached packet.

• Meeting packet PDF referenced

School Committee

This is a procedural meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The only document is the agenda PDF itself, so no decisions or discussions are specified.

Selectboard

The York Selectboard is meeting to review its meeting packet and consider endorsing the Age Friendly Community designation, based on a document dated November 10, 2023. The agenda contains only these two items, with no other substantive business listed.

• Consideration of Age Friendly Community endorsement (2023-11-10 document)

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to consider a zoning change request, proposed ordinance amendments including one on boarding houses, and a site plan amendment for Wiggly Bridge Distillery. The agenda includes draft minutes from previous meetings and watershed maps for Chase's Pond.

• Zoning change request (packet 102623)
• Proposed ordinance amendments draft (2023-11-6)
• Boarding house ordinance amendment draft
• Wiggly Bridge Distillery site plan amendment draft
• Chase's Pond watershed maps

Conservation Commission

The agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF document, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision. This appears to be a procedural or placeholder agenda.

• No specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

This meeting is for a dissolved committee. The agenda consists only of attachments related to the final report of the Climate Action Plan Steering Committee, including an executive summary and table of contents. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Final report introduction and executive summary
• Final report table of contents
• Two untitled attachments

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing several site plan amendments and submissions. Key items include discussions regarding Woodstone, York Paddle-Pickleball, and 316 US Route 1. The meeting also includes a joint session with the Selectboard.

• Woodstone subdivision site plan amendment
• 316 US Route 1 final site plan submission
• York Paddle-Pickleball revised site plan
• Wiggly Bridge amend site plan
• Roots Rock Road water tower application review

Budget Committee

The York, ME Budget Committee is meeting to review town and school liaison reports, draft minutes from previous budget meetings, and a joint meeting document. The agenda consists solely of reviewing these materials; no new budget decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Town liaison report
• School liaison report
• Draft budget minutes
• Joint meeting document and draft minutes
• Approved joint meeting minutes

Selectboard

The Selectboard meeting includes a review of various street paving and reconstruction plans. These documents cover options for the 2024-2028 period, including specific SS paving and rehab/reconstruct proposals.

• FY2024-2028 SS Paving Plan
• Hybrid FY2021-2025 Paving Plan - Option II
• 6YR Rehab and Reconstruct plan

Selectboard

The Selectboard will review a three-year agreement for the operations of Ellis Short Sands Park. The meeting also includes discussions on a five-year paving plan and actions regarding fire department equipment.

• Action: Approval of a three-year agreement with the Board of Directors for Ellis Short Sands Park
• Action: Replacement of a 1-ton pickup truck for York Beach Fire Department
• Action: Awarding capital funds bid for refurbishment work to Engine 1
• Action: Sunset of the Energy Steering Committee
• Business License Renewal: York Beach Bucket

School Committee

This is a workshop meeting of the York, ME School Committee. The agenda contains only a reference to a PDF document and no listed agenda items, so the specific topics to be discussed are not detailed in the provided text.

• Workshop meeting scheduled for October 18, 2023

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a reference to the Selectboard's meeting materials packet for October 16, 2023. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are contained in the packet.

• Meeting packet PDF referenced

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss agenda items. The agenda consists solely of procedural materials with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is reviewing a site plan for a boat and RV storage yard at Eldredge, including a draft finding of fact and responses to state historic review. The board is also considering draft ordinance amendments for a Selectboard public hearing. The agenda is primarily a review of these materials.

• Eldredge Boat RV Storage site plans (revision 3)
• Draft finding of fact for Eldredge (project 0040611)
• Ordinance amendments for Selectboard public hearing (draft, alternative version)
• Review letter for 97 Raydon Road site plan (boat/RV yard)

Conservation Commission

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF document, with no specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is reviewing a site plan amendment for Wiggly Bridge Distillery, including a proposed block plan by Lindsey Architects and related environmental reports. The board is also considering a preliminary submission for 316 US Route 1 and a sketch plan for 300 Route 103. These are review items, not final decisions.

• Wiggly Bridge Distillery site plan amendment with proposed block plan
• Wiggly Bridge existing conditions plan and general notes
• Whiskey fungus project report and lab sampling results
• 316 US Route 1 preliminary submission package for site/subdivision plan
• 300 Route 103 sketch plan 2 application with attachments

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

This agenda contains only a single item: the meeting materials, which consist of the committee's minutes from September 26, 2023. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or focused solely on reviewing the minutes.

• Review of CVA minutes for September 26, 2023

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to review the September 2023 expenditure and revenue reports. The agenda consists of reviewing these financial documents with no other substantive items listed.

• Review of 9.30.23 expenditure report
• Review of 9.30.23 revenue report

Selectboard

The York Selectboard will hold a public hearing and discussion on a proposed carry-in/carry-out trash policy for York beaches, then take action on town-owned properties, ARPA-funded shelving, and property redemptions. The agenda also includes interviews for town boards, consent agenda items, and updates on road and seawall construction.

• Public hearing: Carry in/Carry out trash at York Beaches
• Action: ARPA funds for movable shelving units
• Action: Property Redemption: 77 Caincrest
• Action: Property Redemption: 48 Caincrest
• Action: Vertex Tower

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

This meeting of the York Energy Steering Committee was cancelled. The agenda contains only a single item listing meeting materials, with no substantive decisions or discussions scheduled.

School Committee

This is a regular School Committee meeting. The agenda contains only the meeting date and a reference to a PDF document, with no listed agenda items. It appears to be procedural boilerplate.

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a reference to a meeting packet PDF and no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.

Parks and Recreation Board

The board is meeting to discuss its agenda for September 14, 2023. The only item listed is the meeting materials, which include a PDF agenda document. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the provided text.

• Review of PRB AGENDA -SEPTEMBER 14 - 2023.PDF

Appeals Board

The Appeals Board will hold a public hearing to discuss a letter of objection filed by an attorney regarding Map 46 Lot 24-A. The meeting also includes reviewing findings of fact from the August 9, 2023, meeting.

• Discussion of objection for 14 Roaring Rock Road (Map 46 Lot 24-A)
• Review of Findings of Fact from August 9, 2023 meeting

Historic District Commission

The York Historic District Commission is meeting to review applications for properties at 207 York Street and 1394 US Route 1. The agenda includes staff memos and application documents for these properties. No other substantive items are listed.

• Application for 207 York Street (applicant: Joe Szeniawski)
• Application for 1394 US Route 1
• Staff memo for 207 York Street

Recycling Committee

The committee approved funding for a Vista-Americorp Volunteer. Members discussed proposed changes to the committee charter, membership size, and a request for $10,000 for a compost pilot project to be presented to the Selectboard.

• Approved minutes from Aug 28, 2023
• Approved $1,000 for Vista-Americorp Volunteer (unanimous)

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to review several site plan and subdivision amendment applications, including a boat yard at 97 Raydon Road and amendments for the Center for Wildlife and Gulf Hill Subdivision. The board will consider draft findings of fact and minutes from prior meetings. All items are under review; no final decisions are noted in the agenda.

• 97 Raydon Road boat yard site plan and use permit review
• Center for Wildlife amended site plan review
• Gulf Hill Subdivision amendment review
• Draft findings of fact for multiple applications
• Approval of August 10 and August 24, 2023 draft minutes

The Board granted preliminary and final approval for site amendments at 375 Mountain Road. It also approved two ordinance amendments and appointed new members to the harbor/river access ad hoc committee. An application for boat storage at 97 Raydon Road was continued to October 12, 2023.

• Approved Open Space Conservation Subdivision ordinance (5-0)
• Approved Design Review Board ordinance (5-0)
• Appointed Paul Radochia, Pat Rocheleau, and Peter Adadeney to harbor/river access ad hoc committee (5-0)
• Granted preliminary and final approval for Center for Wildlife at 375 Mountain Road (5-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign Findings of Fact for Center for Wildlife (5-0)
• Continued BP Real Estate Holdings LLC site expansion application to October 12, 2023 (5-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign Findings of Fact for Gulf Hill Subdivision amended plan (5-0)
• Approved August 10 and August 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Conservation Commission

This agenda contains only a placeholder for meeting materials and a single PDF document reference, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete.

• No specific agenda items listed

The commission voted to join the Maine Association of Conservation Commissions. Members discussed the continuation of knotweed control at Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond and upcoming public forums for the York Beach Greenway District. The commission also provided input to the Planning Board regarding 'whiskey fungus' affecting local vegetation.

• Voted to join the Maine Association of Conservation Commissions

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

The committee approved funding for Norma’s Breakfast and confirmed the budget for the current fiscal year. The Board of Selectmen approved the location for the National Defense Monument. Other discussions focused on Veterans Day school presentations and the USS North Dakota update.

• Approved minutes from 7.18.23 meeting (7-0)
• Appropriated $1,200 for Norma’s Breakfast (7-0)
• Confirmed $12,000 town-approved budget for fiscal year July 2023 to June 2024
• Moved Nate Stone from alternate member to regular member
• Board of Selectmen approved National Defense Monument location between Vietnam Memorial and York Historical Society building

Selectboard

This is a procedural agenda for the York, ME Selectboard meeting on August 28, 2023. The agenda lists three documents: the agenda PDF, the meeting packet, and the final executive session minutes. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed.

• Agenda for August 28, 2023
• Selectboard meeting packet 2023-08-28
• Final executive session minutes 2023-8-28

The Selectboard approved the General Referenda Warrant for November and authorized several contracts, including a $92,882 opioid program agreement. The board also approved a business license for Stoney Brook Farm Store and set polling hours for the November 7 election.

• Approved $92,882 contract with York County Community Action Corporation for opioid and mental health services (5-0)
• Awarded real estate representation for town-owned properties to Lianne Cronin (5-0)
• Awarded FY2024 Crack Seal bid to Indus at $13.98 per gallon or $1.63 per pound (5-0)
• Approved $16,500 from Contingency fund for Center for Active Living roof replacement (5-0)
• Approved business license for Stoney Brook Farm Store (5-0)
• Voted to place Dory Drive on November 2023 Ballot for Town acceptance (5-0)
• Approved and forwarded November General Referenda Warrant to Town Clerk (5-0)
• Set November 7, 2023 polling hours from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (5-0)

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to review and potentially act on several site plan amendments and related documents. The agenda includes materials for the Wiggly Bridge Distillery site plan amendment, the Cliff House amended site plan regarding road alignment, and the Gulf Hill subdivision plan amendment. The board will also consider a draft findings of fact for the Wiggly Bridge amendment and a response to an ongoing investigation at 441 US Route 1.

• Wiggly Bridge Distillery site plan amendment review
• Cliff House amended site plan — road alignment review
• Gulf Hill subdivision plan amendment review
• Draft findings of fact for Wiggly Bridge amendment
• Response to ongoing investigation at 441 US Route 1

The Planning Board granted final approval for a lot line adjustment at Gulf Hill Subdivision to correct a mislocated foundation. The board also authorized the signing of Findings of Fact for the Bald Head Cliff Road North Access Revision and continued a hearing regarding the Wiggly Bridge Distillery expansion.

• Approved amended application for Gulf Hill Subdivision lot line adjustment (5-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign Findings of Fact for Bald Head Cliff Road North Access Revision (5-0)
• Continued Wiggly Bridge Distillery barrel house application to September 28, 2023 (3-1)
• Waived 17-day submission requirement and deed copy requirement for Gulf Hill Subdivision (5-0)

School Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the York, ME School Committee with only one agenda item listed as 'School'. No specific decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

• Single agenda item: School

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review a proposed building at 1 York Street, which requires a Certificate of Appropriateness. The commission will also discuss and potentially vote on other applications for certificates of appropriateness, as well as review the draft minutes of the previous meeting.

• Review of proposed building at 1 York Street for Certificate of Appropriateness
• Discussion and possible vote on applications for Certificates of Appropriateness
• Review of draft minutes from previous meeting

The Historic District Commission approved a demolition application for a six-unit motel and a garage at 800 York Street. The commission determined the buildings lacked sufficient historical or architectural significance to prevent demolition. The board also agreed to seek clarification from Town Hall regarding the public notification process for such projects.

• Approved demolition of six-unit motel and garage at 800 York Street (Unanimous)
• Accepted revised application for 800 York Street as complete (Unanimous)
• Accepted August 1 minutes as written (Unanimous)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to review the August 2023 Town Liaison Report. The agenda consists of procedural materials with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Review of August 2023 Town Liaison Report

The committee approved the minutes from June 27 and July 25, 2023. Members rescheduled the December meeting date. Town Manager Peter Joseph provided updates on various town projects and hiring initiatives.

• Approved June 27, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved July 25, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Rescheduled December meeting to December 19, 2023

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

This meeting of the York Energy Steering Committee is listed as a dissolved committee. The agenda contains only a single item referencing meeting materials, with no substantive decisions or discussions scheduled.

• No substantive items listed; agenda is procedural only

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The committee reviewed a draft tasking memo to establish a Complete Streets Working Group. This group is tasked with drafting policies to guide town investments and infrastructure, with a goal of submitting a draft to the Selectboard by March 1, 2024.

• Approved minutes for prior meetings

School Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the York School Committee's August 16, 2023 meeting, which appears to be a summer administrative retreat. The only listed item is a reference to meeting materials, including the agenda and a retreat agenda. No specific decisions or discussion items are detailed.

• Meeting materials include agenda and summer admin retreat agenda

Selectboard

This agenda contains only procedural items: a meeting packet and the agenda document itself. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Meeting packet PDF for August 14, 2023
• Agenda PDF for August 14, 2023

The Selectboard approved several zoning ordinance amendments to be placed on future referendum ballots, including updated rules for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The board also awarded a wireless communications contract and approved a new business license for Churchill Barn.

• Approved $18,350 Wireless Communications Contract to ACD Telecom (5-0)
• Approved business license for Churchill Barn (5-0)
• Approved ADU zoning amendments for May 2024 referendum (3-2)
• Approved Open Space Conservation Subdivision amendment for November 2023 referendum (5-0)
• Approved forwarding Jordan's Path road acceptance to November 2023 referendum (5-0)
• Denied forwarding Workforce Affordable Housing Overlay District amendment to November 2023 referendum (2-3)
• Established Single Use Plastic Diningware Ordinance Committee and approved its charge (5-0)
• Approved property redemption for 235 Clay Hill Road (5-0)

Recycling Committee

The committee lacked a quorum and took no binding actions. Members discussed the MSW/recycling contract, a resident survey, and the Recycle Coach app.

• Tabled proposal to spend $1,000 from RC budget for a VISTA volunteer
• Deferred approval of 07/10/23 minutes to the next meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved the minutes from July 13 and July 27, 2023. Members discussed templates for motions and the implementation of the Future Land Use Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 13, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved July 27, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Appeals Board

The Appeals Board will conduct public hearings regarding administrative appeals for three different properties in York. The matters involve requests related to permit denials, inaccurate information, and issued permits.

• Administrative Appeal for 14 Roaring Rock Road regarding failure to deny permit 42023-0347
• Administrative Appeal for 12 Rockland Ave regarding setback violation and inaccurate information
• Administrative Appeal for 8 Rockland Ave regarding a permit issued

The Board of Appeals heard three separate administrative appeals concerning property setbacks and building heights. All three appeals were denied, upholding the original decisions of the Code Enforcement office.

• Denied administrative appeal for 14 Roaring Rock Road (3-2)
• Denied administrative appeal for 12 Rockland Ave (5-0)
• Denied administrative appeal for 8 Rockland Ave (5-0)
• Approved June 28, 2023 minutes and findings as amended (5-0)

Conservation Commission

This is a procedural agenda with no substantive items listed. The only document is the agenda PDF itself, so no decisions or discussions are specified for this meeting.

The Commission reviewed implementation strategies for the York Comprehensive Plan and the York Beach Greenway District. Plans were established to continue knotweed control at Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond and to launch a regional invasive species initiative. The Commission scheduled a special meeting for August 15 to discuss a conservation subdivision application.

• Continued knotweed infestation control at Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond
• Approved placement of boulders along Lake Carolyn perimeter to control parking
• Committed to regional invasive species initiative with 6 local commissions and 2 land trusts
• Purchased Maine Invasive Plants Field Guides for town departments
• Scheduled York Beach Greenway District public forum for Sept. 18-21
• Scheduled special meeting for 8/15 to discuss 131 Josiah Norton Road application

School Committee

This agenda contains only a reference to a PDF of meeting materials for the August 2, 2023 York School Committee meeting. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are not included here.

Historic District Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting materials document and no substantive items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions listed.

The Commission rejected a demolition application for 800 York Street due to missing architect seals and inaccurate property descriptions. The board also declined an invitation to serve as a consulting party for a floating wind turbine project.

• Rejected demolition application for 800 York Street as incomplete (All in favor)
• Approved forwarding relevant law and Robert’s Rules to the reviewing agency (All in favor)
• Declined offer to be a consulting party on floating wind turbine project (All in favor)

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is reviewing multiple site plan and subdivision applications at its July 27, 2023 meeting. Items include a site-subdivision plan for 316 US Route 1, a site plan for the York Paddle Tennis Club, an amended site plan for Cliff House road alignment, a site plan amendment for Wiggly Bridge Distillery, and an open space subdivision plan for Josiah Norton Rd. The board will also consider a legal interpretation regarding lots subject to subdivision.

• 316 US Route 1 site-subdivision plan application
• York Paddle Tennis Club site plan application
• Cliff House amended site plan for road alignment
• Wiggly Bridge Distillery site plan amendment
• 133 Josiah Norton Rd open space subdivision plan

The Planning Board approved a road realignment at 591 Shore Road to reduce traffic in a residential area, subject to four conditions. An application for a mixed-use office and residential conversion at 316 U.S. Route 1 was continued to August. Three other applications were postponed to later dates.

• Approved waiver request for Design Standards for Street Classification at 591 Shore Road (4-1)
• Approved Bald Head Cliff Road North Realignment at 591 Shore Road with four conditions (4-1)
• Continued application for 316 U.S. Route 1 mixed-use conversion to August 24, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed review of York Paddle Tennis and Pickleball Expansion
• Postponed review of Wiggly Bridge barrel houses amendment
• Postponed review of The Homes at 133 Josiah Norton Road concept plan

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing June 2023 pre-audit financials, expense reports, and liaison reports from the town and schools. The agenda consists of reviewing attached documents with no specific votes or decisions listed.

• Review of June 2023 FY23 financials pre-audit
• Review of June 2023 expense report pre-audit
• Town liaison report for July 25, 2023
• Schools liaison report by Courtney Munoz dated June 25, 2023
• Review of funds outside operating budgets

The committee did not take any substantive votes or make policy decisions. The June 23 minutes were not approved due to a lack of quorum. The committee noted that the August 25 meeting will be held entirely remotely on Zoom.

• Approval of June 23, 2023, minutes tabled due to lack of quorum
• Scheduled August 25, 2023, meeting to be held remotely on Zoom

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a reference to the Selectboard's meeting packet for July 24, 2023, with no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions outlined.

The Selectboard awarded a contract for a new fire brush truck and renewed the York Community Services Association contract. The board also approved several business license renewals and a new license for Smoothie Operator. A public hearing was held regarding a proposed ordinance to regulate single-use plastic food ware.

• Approved $399,987 contract for Pierce Ford FSS0 4x4 Mini Pumper (5-0)
• Approved business license for Smoothie Operator (5-0)
• Approved 13 business license renewals (5-0)
• Renewed York Community Services Association contract for July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved property redemption for 37 Freeman Street Unit 10 (5-0)
• Appointed Michele Maureen to the Appeals Board as a regular member (5-0)
• Cast ballot for Maine Municipal Association (5-0)
• Tabled Age Friendly Community Endorsement

GEROD Subcommittee - Dissolved Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the GEROD subcommittee, with a draft of the previous meeting's minutes and several planning documents for review. No substantive decisions or discussions are indicated in the agenda.

• Draft minutes from July 13, 2023 meeting
• Room setup documents for a Short Farm charrette
• Norwalk kick-off and Planapalooza materials

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

This meeting of the York Energy Steering Committee, which has been dissolved, consists solely of reviewing agenda materials. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• No actionable items; agenda contains only meeting materials

School Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the York, ME School Committee meeting on July 19, 2023. The only item listed is the meeting materials, with no specific topics or decisions outlined.

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

The committee approved two expenditures for printing materials and reviewed the current budget and upcoming veterans' events. A proposed budget increase to $15,000 for 2023-2024 was discussed but not yet decided.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $98.50 expenditure for 24 Certificates of Appreciation (7-0)
• Approved $86.41 expenditure to Alpha Graphics for Purple Heart handout pamphlets (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss proposed regulations for Bog Road. The agenda includes a draft document on the topic. No other substantive items are listed.

• Discussion of proposed Bog Road regulations

The Board reviewed the Municipal Parks Ordinance regarding the Bog Road Recreational Complex, with a vote scheduled for August 10. No other formal votes were taken during the meeting.

• Postponed approval of May 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled vote on Bog Road Recreational Complex Regulations until August 10
• Submitted request for two additional pickleball nets for York High School lower courts

Planning Board

This is a procedural meeting of the York, ME Planning Board. The agenda lists only draft minutes from previous meetings and the meeting agenda document itself, with no substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Draft minutes from May 11, 2023
• Draft minutes from May 25, 2023
• Draft minutes from June 8, 2023
• Draft minutes from June 22, 2023

The Planning Board unanimously elected its officers for the term. The board also approved the minutes from four previous meetings held in May and June 2023. Members discussed the timeline for the Green Enterprise Recreation Overlay District and potential future zoning amendments.

• Elected Wayne Boardman as Chair, David Woods as Vice Chair, and Pete Smith as Board Secretary (5-0)
• Approved May 11, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 25, 2023 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved June 8, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 22, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The committee identified Strategy 7.2, adopting Complete Street policies, as its top priority. A working group led by the Planning Department will be established to develop this policy for Selectboard review. The committee also discussed a proposed town-wide transportation study for the May 2024 ballot.

• Established a working group to develop the Complete Streets Policy
• Assigned David McCarthy to draft a tasking memo for the Working Group

Conservation Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the York Conservation Commission meeting on July 12, 2023. The only listed item is a reference to meeting materials, with a draft agenda PDF attached. No specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed.

• Meeting materials include draft agenda PDF

The commission discussed upcoming invasive species control at Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond. Members reviewed the status of Open Space Conservation Subdivision zoning amendments and the Green Enterprise Recreational Overlay District subcommittee. No formal votes were recorded.

• Discussed upcoming invasive species control at Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond
• Reviewed Planning Board amendments to Open Space Conservation Subdivisions zoning
• Discussed Green Enterprise Recreational Overlay District design process
• Reviewed participation in the June 24 Climate Action Fair

Selectboard

The provided agenda contains only the Selectboard's meeting materials. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are documented in the text.

The Selectboard authorized a contract for the Short Sands Road Design Charrettes and approved several business licenses. One zoning ordinance amendment regarding the Board of Design Review was forwarded to the November 2023 ballot, while others were tabled or sent back to the Planning Board.

• Approved $125,000 contract with Town Planning and Urban Design Collaborative, LLC (5-0)
• Approved business licenses for Wild Willy’s Burgers, Hawaiian Jim’s Shaved Ice LLC, and The Bar Next Door (5-0)
• Forwarded Board of Design Review ordinance amendments to November 2023 General Referendum Ballot (5-0)
• Approved up to $2,000 for dendrochronology of salvaged Town Hall beams (5-0)
• Awarded Mike Lee as Volunteer of the year and York River Partnership Wild and Scenic Stewardship Committee as Committee of the year (5-0)
• Appointed Meredith Goodwin and Katie Eaton to the Historic Markers Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Wayne Boardman to the Climate Action Committee (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Roger Clements from the Committee for Veterans Affairs (5-0)

Recycling Committee

The committee decided to seek town Sustainability Funds for a food waste diversion pilot program instead of applying for a DEP grant. Members also discussed regional solid waste standards and requested that monthly recycling tips be posted to the DPW Facebook page.

• Decided to create a food waste pilot program using town Sustainability Funds
• Requested monthly recycling tips be posted on DPW Facebook page
• Tasked Jaelyn and Mark with correcting errors in Recycle Coach

Appeals Board

The York Appeals Board will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Kevin and Colleen Talty to reconsider a prior decision denying their administrative appeal regarding a building permit for 3 Vittoria Lane, Cape Neddick (Map 99 Lot 50-S). The Talty's claim new information shows the code office acted inconsistently, specifically regarding whether an in-slab inspection counted as a building inspection and permit expiration rules. The board will also review findings of fact from its May 24, 2023 meeting.

• Reconsideration request by Kevin and Colleen Talty for property at 3 Vittoria Lane, Cape Neddick, Map 99 Lot 50-S
• Dispute over building permit 2021-0610 and extensions (2021-0610-A, 2021-0610-B) issued August 5, 2021, March 2, 2022, and April 18, 2023
• Code office recommendation clarifies in-slab inspection does not constitute a building inspection
• Code office notes policy of 6-month extensions with $50 fee, up to three years from initial permit
• Town zoning ordinance states permits expire one year from issuance if no substantial start (25% by value completed)

The Board of Appeals reversed a previous denial of an administrative appeal regarding 3 Vittoria Lane. After reviewing a timeline of permitting events and ordinances, the board determined a permit extension was improper and should be revoked.

• Approved Findings of Fact for May 24, 2023 Administrative Appeal (5-0)
• Approved motion to proceed with reconsideration of appeal for 3 Vittoria Lane (5-0)
• Reversed denial of Administrative Appeal for Kevin and Colleen Talty; revoked improper permit extension for 3 Vittoria Lane (5-0)

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

The committee elected Don LeFante as Chairman, Jimmy Carabello as Vice Chairman, and Nate Stone as Treasurer. The committee approved a budget balance of $2,567.41 to be spent on a National Defense Memorial stone, certificates, and a USS North Dakota banner.

• Elected Don LeFante as CVA Chairman (6-0)
• Elected Jimmy Carabello as CVA Vice Chairman and Nate Stone as CVA Treasurer (6-0)
• Approved May minutes (7-0)
• Accepted budget balance of $2,567.41 (7-0)
• Approved spending remaining budget on NDM stone, certificates, and USS North Dakota banner (7-0)
• Approved moving forward with discussion to make November a Veterans Month (7-0)

Budget Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the May 23, 2023, meeting. Members were assigned to various liaison roles for schools, town projects, the library, and the sewer committee. No other substantive budget decisions were made.

• Approved May 23, 2023, Minutes (4-0)
• Appointed Chris Hartwell as Town Hall Building Committee representative and Heather Campbell as alternate
• Appointed Julie Littlefield to represent the committee on the Capital Planning Committee

Selectboard

The provided agenda contains only the Selectboard's meeting materials. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the text.

The Selectboard approved a series of appointments to town boards and committees. The board also voted to endorse the MMA Worker's Compensation Safety Incentive Program and accepted a consent agenda including several business license renewals.

• Approved Consent Agenda including business license renewals (4-0)
• Approved MMA Worker's Compensation Safety Incentive Program (4-0)
• Re-appointed members to multiple boards and committees through June 30, 2026 (4-0)
• Appointed Gail Billet as Planning Board alternate (4-0)
• Appointed Laura Tangerini to York Community Garden Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Elizabeth Englehart to Senior Citizen's Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Steven Friedman as Planning Board alternate (4-0)
• Appointed Garrett Bent to Climate Action Committee (4-0)

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to review several applications and plans. Items include a re-application for the Town Hall, a plan set and submission for Jewett Farms, a sketch plan for 300 Route 103, and site plans and supplemental materials for Wiggly Bridge. The agenda lists only document titles without details on decisions or discussions.

• Re-application for Planning Board at York Town Hall
• Jewett Farms plan set and submission dated 2023-06-05
• 300 Route 103 sketch plan application with attachments
• Wiggly Bridge site plans and supplemental materials dated 2023-05-08

The Board approved a site plan amendment for the Town Hall expansion and a site plan for the Jewett Farms woodworking expansion. A sketch plan for a five-lot subdivision at 300 Route 103 was discussed, and a hearing for Wiggly Bridge was continued.

• Approved Town Hall Expansion amendment at 186 York St (5-0)
• Approved Jewett Farms site plan at 55 Witchtrot Road (5-0)
• Granted three waiver requests for Jewett Farms regarding soil survey, slopes, and approval process (5-0)
• Granted additional utility waiver for Jewett Farms (5-0)
• Continued Wiggly Bridge Distillery hearing to July 27, 2023 (4-0)

School Committee

This is a procedural agenda item for the York, ME School Committee meeting on June 21, 2023. The only listed item is a reference to meeting materials, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

• Agenda for June 21, 2023 meeting

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

This meeting of the York Energy Steering Committee, a dissolved committee, has no substantive agenda items. The only listed item is the provision of meeting materials.

• No decisions or discussions are scheduled beyond reviewing meeting materials.

Committee to Combat Racism and Bias

The committee heard feedback from transitioning members and noted that the School Committee requested the SCCC to disband. Members discussed the need for a 50% upfront payment for a website designer.

• SCCC asked by School Committee to disband

Conservation Commission

This agenda contains only a reference to draft meeting materials and provides no specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

The commission reviewed the status of Open Space Conservation Subdivision zoning amendments and discussed goals from the recently approved Comprehensive Plan. No formal votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Submitted YCC Annual Report to the town on May 18
• Agreed to participate in York Ready for Climate Action fair on June 24
• Discussed establishing a committee to monitor Comprehensive Plan goals
• Discussed establishing conservation easements on Water District lands
• Confirmed invasive control work at Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond will begin following receipt of York Land Trust MOU

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a link to the meeting packet PDF and no listed agenda items. The meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2023, but no specific decisions or discussions are identified in the provided text.

• No specific items listed in agenda text

The Selectboard approved the FY24 Harbor budget, a Traffic Safety Ordinance amendment, and policies for the York Dog Park. The board also granted several business licenses and approved a property redemption for 110 Freeman Street.

• Approved FY24 Harbor budget of $49,250.00 (3-0)
• Approved updated Traffic Safety Ordinance Amendment (3-0)
• Approved proposed policies for York Dog Park (3-0)
• Approved business licenses for York House of Pizza, Cape Neddick Lobster Pound, Greenleaves, and Beach Bliss Cafe (3-0)
• Approved application for Maine Community Resilience Grant (3-0)
• Approved property redemption for 110 Freeman Street for $34,496.06 (3-0)
• Approved temporary trailer requests for 17 Henri Way and 78 Bog Road for 1 year (3-0)
• Approved draft RFP for cell service analysis (3-0)

Recycling Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the York, ME Recycling Committee meeting on June 12, 2023. It contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF document, with no specific agenda items listed.

• No specific agenda items listed

The committee approved spending approximately 95% of its remaining $377.36 balance. Planned expenditures include a QR code for the Climate Action Fair and gift certificates to Mr Fox. The committee also discussed a future food waste diversion pilot program to support a DEP grant application.

• Approved March and April minutes as recorded
• Approved May minutes with correction of 'EPA' to 'DEP'
• Approved spending approximately 95% of remaining $377.36 funds

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to discuss ordinance amendments, with a public hearing scheduled. The agenda includes draft minutes from previous meetings and the ordinance amendment document for review.

• Public hearing on ordinance amendments
• Review of May 11 and May 25 draft minutes

The Planning Board held public hearings and voted to forward four proposed ordinance amendments to the Selectboard for consideration on the November 2023 ballot. These amendments cover accessory dwelling units, workforce affordable housing, open space conservation subdivisions, and the Board of Design Review.

• Forwarded Accessory Dwelling Unit amendment §7.17 to Selectboard (4-1)
• Forwarded Workforce Affordable Housing Overlay District amendment to Selectboard (5-0)
• Forwarded Open Space Conservation Subdivision amendment to Selectboard (5-0)
• Forwarded Board of Design Review amendment to Selectboard (5-0)

School Committee

This is a procedural agenda listing for the York, ME School Committee meeting on June 7, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The only items provided are two PDF documents containing the agenda; no substantive decisions or discussion items are listed.

• Meeting scheduled for June 7, 2023 at 5:30 PM

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission reviewed a demolition application for a building 75 years or older located at 3 Broadway. The commission determined the property lacked sufficient architectural or historical significance to delay demolition.

• Accepted demolition application for 3 Broadway as complete (Unanimous)
• Approved demolition of 3 Broadway, finding it not of sufficient architectural or historical significance to delay under article 12.17.4 (Unanimous)

Historic District Commission

This agenda is minimal and contains only a reference to meeting materials. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed.

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is reviewing four development proposals at its May 25, 2023 meeting: an amendment to the Pine Ledge subdivision plan, an amended site plan for Jewett Farms, a mixed-use building at 242 York St, and the final site/subdivision plan for Bristol Pointe 2. The board will consider review letters, waiver requests, and draft findings of fact for each project. No final votes are listed on the agenda; the items are under discussion.

• Pine Ledge subdivision plan amendment and waiver request
• Jewett Farms amended site plan and stormwater report
• Mixed-use building at 242 York St site/subdivision plan
• Bristol Pointe 2 final site/subdivision plan
• Draft findings of fact for 242 York St and Bristol Pointe 2

The Planning Board granted final approval for a mixed-use building with eight condos at 294 York St and the conversion of a boarding house into an inn and apartments at 242 York St. A field change for stormwater management at 5 Hannaford Drive was approved. An application for expansion at Jewett Farms was rejected as incomplete.

• Approved stormwater management field change for Workforce Housing at 5 Hannaford Drive (4-0)
• Approved wetland permit for Bristol Pointe 2 at 294 York St (4-0)
• Granted final approval for Bristol Pointe 2 mixed-use construction at 294 York St (4-0)
• Granted final approval for 242 York St LLC inn and dwelling unit conversion (4-0)
• Denied preliminary/final review for Jewett Farms expansion at 55 Witchtrot Road (4-0)
• Waived 17-day application submission rule for Bristol Pointe 2 (4-0)
• Waived 17-day application submission rule for 242 York St LLC (4-0)

Appeals Board

The York Appeals Board will hold a public hearing to consider a general variance request for a property at 9 Riverwood Drive and an administrative appeal regarding a permit denial at 3 Vittoria Lane. The board will also discuss its bylaws and review findings from its April 26 meeting.

• General variance request by Boniebelle A. Bate for 9 Riverwood Drive, Map 86 Lot 41-B
• Administrative appeal by Kevin and Colleen Talty regarding failure to deny a permit for 3 Vittoria Lane, Map 99 Lot 50-S
• Board of Appeals Bylaws discussion

The Board denied an administrative appeal to overturn a building permit for 3 Vittoria Lane, citing timely permit extensions and vested rights. Additionally, the Board accepted two amended findings of fact from a previous meeting.

• Approved amended finding of facts for Dave Gittens (4-1)
• Approved amended finding of facts for Rebecca Linney (4-1)
• Denied administrative appeal regarding building permit 2021-0610V for 3 Vittoria Lane (4-1)
• Withdrew variance request for 9 Riverwood Drive

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

The committee decided to spend $1,900 of its remaining budget to support the Climate Action Fair. The funds will be split between purchasing electric string trimmers and leaf blowers and providing an energy audit.

• Denied proposal to spend up to $1,970 on electric leaf blowers and string trimmers (2-5)
• Approved allocation of $1,900 for electric string trimmers, leaf blowers, and an energy audit (6-0-1)

Sohier Park Committee

The committee reviewed gift shop sales and discussed volunteer requirements for Nubble Lights Ambassadors. Members reviewed the 2023-2024 budget and were asked to provide feedback for a website update.

• Reported Gift Shop sales of $58,175.00 since April 27, 2023
• Required all Nubble Ambassadors volunteers to complete a Department application

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

The committee appointed a new chairman and approved several budget allocations for memorial equipment and graveyard medallions. Members also discussed preparations for the Memorial Day Parade and the disposal of expired US flags.

• Appointed Don LeFante as Chairman (6-0)
• Approved funding for 3 wreath tripods (6-0)
• Approved $261 for wire easels (6-0)
• Approved up to $1,800 for 250 graveyard medallions at $6.66 each (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 4/25/23 meeting (6-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee held elections for its leadership positions and assigned members to specific liaison roles for the school and town. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 25, 2023, meeting.

• Approved April 25, 2023, minutes (2-0-3)
• Elected Heather Campbell as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Julie Littlefield as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Elected Christine Brown as Secretary (5-0)
• Assigned John D’Aquila and Courtney Munoz as School Liaisons
• Assigned Julie Littlefield and Amanda Sedgewick as Town Liaisons

Selectboard

This is a procedural Selectboard meeting agenda containing only meeting materials and a town manager's report. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed.

• Selectboard meeting packet
• Town manager's report

The Selectboard adopted the town budget as certified by the Town Clerk and awarded the 2023 paving bid to Libby-Scott, Inc. The board also approved the sale of two town-owned properties on Freeman Street and adopted a new Town-Owned Properties Policy.

• Adopted Town budget as certified by Town Clerk (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 paving bid and equipment rentals to Libby-Scott, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved sale of 37 and 110 Freeman Street (5-0)
• Adopted Town-Owned Properties Policy as amended (5-0)
• Approved business license for Long Sands General Store (5-0)
• Approved property redemptions for 2 Nonantum Trail and 105 Burnette's Trailer Park (5-0)
• Approved temporary trailer at 210 South Road for 2023 (5-0)
• Elected Todd Frederick as Chair and Robert Palmer as Vice-Chair (5-0)

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

This meeting of the York Energy Steering Committee is a dissolved committee session. The agenda contains only a single item referencing meeting materials, with no decisions or discussions listed.

• No substantive items on the agenda

The committee approved a letter of support for York Ready for Climate Action to apply for a $50,000 Community Resilience Partnership grant. Members discussed the current Greenhouse Gas Inventory progress and the upcoming Climate Action Fair. A follow-up meeting was scheduled for May 24 to decide how to spend the remaining $1,970 in the fiscal year budget.

• Approved letter of support for Community Resilience Partnership grant application (5-1 abstention)
• Approved amended minutes

Parks and Recreation Board

This is a procedural meeting of the York Parks and Recreation Board. The agenda lists only the meeting materials document and provides no specific items for decision or discussion.

The board announced that the Mt. A review draft is ready for the Planning Director. The committee identified Bog Road as the next focus for writing regulations. No formal votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Draft of Municipal Park Ordinance (Mt A Review) to be sent to Planning Director Dylan Smith
• Identified Bog Road as the next focus for regulation writing

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved the minutes from April 18 and April 27, 2023. The board discussed several potential ordinance amendments and the creation of committees, but no formal votes were taken on those items.

• Approved April 18, 2023 Minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved April 27, 2023 Minutes (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission confirmed that Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond are now registered as conservation lands. Monitoring reports for five town easements were completed and registered with the state. The commission discussed invasive species control and potential zoning ordinance amendments.

• Registered Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond as conservation lands
• Completed and registered monitoring reports for five town easements
• Deferred discussion on town takeover of YLT conservation land near Lake Carolyn

Selectboard

This is a procedural meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The only materials are the meeting packet and a town meeting report, both provided as PDF documents.

• Meeting packet PDF for 2023-05-08
• Town meeting report PDF

The Selectboard approved the sale of three town-owned properties and the purchase of a new plow truck chassis. The board also granted a business license to Lorena’s Empanadas and appointed several members to the York River Partnership Wild and Scenic Stewardship Committee. A proposed $49,250 Harbor budget was denied.

• Approved $108,988 contract for 2025 Freightliner 114SD+ plow truck chassis (5-0)
• Approved $7,500 heating system installation by Estes Oil & Propane (4-0)
• Approved listing 235 Clay Hill Road, 123 Rogers Road, and 27 Linscott Road North for sale (3-1-1)
• Approved offering 1216 US Rt. 1 to Habitat for Humanity (5-0)
• Approved business license for Lorena’s Empanadas (5-0)
• Denied $49,250 FY24 Harbor budget (2-3)
• Denied support for LD 1215 (2-3)
• Approved waiving town permit fees for York Housing Authority non-market rate projects (3-1-1)

Recycling Committee

The committee lacked a quorum and took no binding actions or votes. Members discussed the remaining budget of $444.86, social media management, and a potential food scrap diversion pilot program.

• No binding actions taken due to lack of quorum

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a reference to a PDF document and no specific agenda items. It appears to be procedural boilerplate with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

School Committee

This agenda contains only a reference to a PDF document for the May 8, 2023 School Committee meeting. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting date: May 8, 2023

Historic District Commission

The meeting was largely informational. Commissioners discussed a conceptual proposal for exterior improvements at 242 York Street under the local tax refund program, but no formal application was submitted or voted on. They also determined that repairs to the Old York Emerson Wilcox House do not require a Certificate of Appropriateness. The meeting adjourned with no decisions made.

• No applications were submitted or voted on
• Commission determined repairs to Old York Emerson Wilcox House do not require HDC review (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board granted a density waiver for an elderly housing project at One U.S. Route 1 and awarded a consulting contract to TPUDC. Several waivers were granted for a project at 242 York St, though the application was continued to May. The Bristol Pointe 2 application was also continued.

• Awarded GEROD charrette contract to TPUDC (5-0)
• Granted open space subdivision density waiver for One U.S. Route 1 Elderly Housing (5-0)
• Approved 'Community Conservation' theme for One U.S. Route 1 (5-0)
• Granted six technical plan waivers for 242 York St LLC (5-0)
• Reduced parking requirement for 242 York St LLC to 14 spaces (4-1)
• Continued 242 York St LLC application to May 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued Bristol Pointe 2 application to May 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Tabled Jewett Farms application due to time constraints

Appeals Board

The York Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on April 26, 2023, to consider three matters: a general variance request for a property on Riverwood Drive, an administrative appeal regarding a subdivision plan note for a property on Perkins Drive, and an administrative appeal concerning a granted variance for a property on Logging Road. The board will also review findings of fact from its April 12 meeting and conduct code business.

• General variance request by Bonniebelle A. Bate for 9 Riverwood Drive (Map 86 Lot 41-B) to reduce 75-foot setback to 25 feet for two lots
• Administrative appeal by David W. Gittens for 16 Perkins Drive (Map 91 Lot 23-W) citing misinterpretation of a note on the subdivision plan
• Administrative appeal by Rebecca Linney for 152 Logging Road (Map 99 Lot 2-B) regarding a granted variance
• Public hearing at York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, starting at 7:00 PM

The Board approved an administrative appeal regarding a septic system restriction for 16 Perkins Drive and denied an appeal concerning a wetlands permit at 152 Logging Road. Three sets of findings from a previous meeting were approved, and one variance request was continued for further legal clarification.

• Approved Findings for Mark Lawrence's Dimensional Variance (5-0)
• Approved Findings for Kirk Minnick's Administration Appeal (5-0)
• Approved Findings for Robert Harrington's Disability Variance (5-0)
• Approved Administrative Appeal for David Gittens at 16 Perkins Drive (5-0)
• Denied Administrative Appeal for Rebecca Linney at 152 Logging Road (5-0)
• Tabled General Variance request for Boniebelle A. Bate at 90 Riverwood Drive until May 24, 2023 (5-0)

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

The Committee for Veterans' Affairs approved several expenditures for the upcoming Memorial Day Parade. The board also coordinated logistics for the USS North Dakota hosting and the Memorial Day parade order of march.

• Approved minutes from 3/28/23 meeting (6-0)
• Approved up to $1,500 for 1,100 US Flags for FP Cemetery Veterans headstones (6-0)
• Approved up to $800 for a Memorial Day Parade headline banner (6-0)
• Approved up to $100 for a revolutionary costume for parade use (6-0)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission approved a revised Certificate of Appropriateness for the placement of heating and cooling units at 186 York Street. The commission found the design of the screening structure meets visual compatibility standards for proportion, roofline, materials, and scale.

• Accepted revised application for 186 York Street (Unanimous)
• Approved revised Certificate of Appropriateness for mechanical units at 186 York Street as shown on plans SK-3 and SK-4 (Unanimous)

Budget Committee

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and an attached PDF file. No specific budget items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

• No specific items listed in agenda text

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a reference to the Selectboard's meeting packet PDF for April 24, 2023. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided text. The meeting appears to be procedural, with substantive items deferred to the packet document.

• Selectboard meeting packet PDF referenced

The Selectboard approved contracts for mowing, brush grinding, and pavement markings. The board also established the Historic Markers Committee and the York Community Garden Advisory Committee. Additionally, the board approved business license amendments and a contingency fund request for a boiler replacement.

• Approved $30,600 mowing services contract to York River Landscaping (4-0)
• Approved $21,300 brush grinding bid to York Woods Tree Service LLC (4-0)
• Approved 2023 pavement markings bid to Poirier Guidelines (4-0)
• Approved business license amendments for MollyO’s and Pattaya Thai (4-0)
• Directed Town Manager to remove and store 105 Burnettes Trailer Park (4-0)
• Established 7-member Historic Markers Committee (4-0)
• Established 7-member York Community Garden Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Approved up to $23,554.62 from Supplemental Contingency fund for Center for Active Living boiler (4-0)

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

The committee approved a conditional fund transfer to support the upcoming Climate Action Fair. Members also received updates on the YRCA Energy Coach program, Town Hall heat pump plans, and the closure process for Witchtrot.

• Approved $500 transfer to Climate Action Fair budget, provided funds are available (5-1)
• Approved meeting minutes unanimously

Planning Board

This is a procedural-only agenda for the York, ME Planning Board meeting on April 18, 2023. The only listed item is the meeting materials, with no specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings identified. The agenda contains no substantive topics for residents to track.

• No rezonings, contracts, or fee changes listed
• No public hearings scheduled on the agenda
• Agenda consists solely of meeting materials reference

The Planning Board interviewed two consulting firms, TPUDC and Yard and Company, regarding the design charrette and zoning amendments for the Green Enterprise Recreation Overlay District (GEROD). No consultant was selected during this meeting; the Board will discuss which proposal to accept at the next meeting.

• Interviewed TPUDC and Yard and Company for the Short Sands Road project
• Tabled selection of consultant to the next meeting

Parks and Recreation Board

The York Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to review materials for their April 13, 2023 meeting. The agenda consists solely of procedural items with no specific decisions or discussions listed.

• Review of meeting materials

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to review materials related to the Cliff House amended site plan, specifically focusing on road alignment. The agenda includes a comment response package and a review letter on the road alignment. No other substantive items are listed.

• Review of Cliff House amended site plan road alignment
• Cliff House comment response package dated 2.6.23
• Review letter no. 2 on road alignment

The Planning Board authorized the examination of 100 sampling spots to evaluate potential whiskey fungus related to the Wiggly Bridge Distillery expansion application. The board also discussed potential ordinance amendments regarding open space subdivisions, the Board of Design Review, and accessory dwelling units.

• Authorized examination of 100 sampling spots for fungus issue related to Wiggly Bridge Distillery application (3-0)

Appeals Board

The York Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on April 12, 2023, to consider five matters, including a continuation of a minor dimensional variance request and four new appeals. The board will decide on requests for variances and administrative appeals related to property permits and structures.

• Continuation: Mark Lawrence, 177 Clay Hill Road, Cape Neddick, minor dimensional variance (Map Lot 99-31-A)
• Administrative appeal: Kirk Minnick, 14 Roaring Rock Road, failure to require a permit (Map 46 Lot 24-A)
• Administrative appeal: Kirk Minnick, 14 Roaring Rock Road, failure to follow application process for building permit
• General variance: Robert Ellis (Seawood Enterprises, LLC) for Dennis & Kathy Lauze, 27 Tabernacle Road, to raise structure heights (Map 38 Lot 64-A)
• Disability variance: Robert Harrington, 309 Long Beach Ave Unit 1, to occupy the unit (Map 36 Lot 6)

Conservation Commission

The Select Board approved the designation of Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond as conservation lands and the implementation of an invasives control project. The Conservation Commission also elected its officers for the term.

• Designated Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond as conservation lands
• Approved invasives control project for Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond
• Agreed to participate in EcoFest, Ogunquit, May 20
• Elected Mary Lou Dopart as Chair
• Elected Andrew King as Vice-Chair
• Elected Alan McDonald as Secretary

Committee to Combat Racism and Bias

The committee reviewed reports from the School Climate Culture Committee and the York Diversity Forum. Members discussed creating a proposal for the Select Board to support migrant and immigrant populations. No formal votes were recorded.

• Tasked Alyssa and Catherine to draft a proposal for the Select Board regarding seasonal workers and migrant/immigrant populations
• Assigned Aaron to research trainers to help attract more diverse candidates for leadership positions
• Scheduled a meeting with a web designer for April 26th

Historic District Commission

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF document, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete.

The Historic District Commission approved a demolition application for a building on Lobster Cove Road Extension. The commission found the structure was not a significant historic building. Membership in the National Alliance of Historic Preservation Commissions was discussed.

• Accepted demolition application for Lobster Cove Road Extension, Map 41, Lot 22 as complete
• Approved demolition of building on Lobster Cove Road Extension (Unanimous)

Recycling Committee

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF document. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or administrative in nature.

• Meeting materials referenced as RECYCLING COMMITTEE AGENDA 4.10.23.PDF

The committee approved expenditures for Recycle Coach mailers and the sponsorship of the Climate Action Fair. Members also assigned research tasks to study food waste collection pilot programs in six other towns.

• Approved Recycle Coach mailers expenditure (unanimous)
• Approved Climate Action Fair sponsorship expenditure
• Postponed approval of 03/13/23 minutes

Selectboard

The Selectboard approved several equipment and service contracts, including a police interceptor and mowing services. The board also authorized a FEMA grant application for storm repairs and approved a business license for The Lynwood Inn.

• Approved $38,681 bid for 2023 Hybrid Police Utility Interceptor (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of replacement police pickup truck (5-0)
• Approved $30,600 mowing contract for School Grounds and Sohier Park (4-0)
• Awarded $10,531.50 granite curb installation bid to Dirigo Slipform (4-0)
• Approved business license for The Lynwood Inn (5-0)
• Tabled business license for Bangkok Kitchen 2
• Approved FEMA Public Assistance Grant application for Winter Storm Elliot (5-0)
• Directed Town Manager to sign 2023 Opioid Settlement Agreements (4-1)

School Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the York, Maine School Committee meeting on April 5, 2023. The only listed item is a link to meeting materials, with no specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions detailed in the provided text.

• Meeting materials available as PDF (AGENDA APRIL 5, 2023.PDF)

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

The committee approved several expenditures for Memorial Day preparations and the repair of Fallen Heroes banners. Members also discussed parade logistics and the upcoming visit of the USS North Dakota submarine crew.

• Approved 1/24/23 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $650 deposit for Memorial Day wreaths (6-0)
• Approved up to $1,200 to purchase flags (6-0)
• Approved $400 to repair two Fallen Heroes banners (6-0)

Budget Committee

The York Budget Committee is meeting to review financial documents for February 2023, including expenditure and revenue reports, an expense report, and excise tax data. The agenda consists solely of document reviews and liaison meeting materials, with no specific action items or public hearings listed.

• February 2023 expenditure report
• February 2023 revenue report
• February 2023 excise tax report
• FY23 financials review
• Liaison meeting materials for March 2023

The committee approved the budget season minutes. Members discussed representation on the Sewer Advisory Committee and noted two candidates for open committee seats.

• Approved Budget Season Minutes (5-0)
• Heather Campbell volunteered to represent the Budget Committee on the Sewer Advisory Committee

Selectboard

The agenda consists solely of a meeting packet document for the Selectboard's March 27, 2023 meeting. No specific agenda items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or pending review of the packet.

The Selectboard approved a plan to replace Hectronic pay kiosks with PANGO QR codes. The board also approved the 2022-2023 General Assistance Ordinance and three property redemptions for trailer park locations.

• Approved phasing out parking kiosks in favor of PANGO QR codes (3-1)
• Approved 2022-2023 General Assistance Ordinance and amended Appendices (4-0)
• Approved property redemption for 73 Flaggs Trailer Park (4-0)
• Approved property redemption for 130 Burnettes Trailer Park (4-0)
• Approved property redemption for 140 Burnettes Trailer Park (4-0)
• Appointed Kinley Gregg and Mike Estes to the GEROD Design Charrette interview process (4-0)
• Accepted Consent Agenda including business license renewals (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a grading amendment for the Gulf Hill Subdivision and rejected an application to convert an office into a residential unit at 192 York Street. A mixed-use project at Bristol Pointe 2 was continued pending further materials, and two other reviews were postponed.

• Approved Gulf Hill Subdivision amendment for grading changes (4-0)
• Denied application for residential conversion at 192 York Street (4-0)
• Continued Bristol Pointe 2 application pending submission of materials (4-0)
• Postponed Bald Head Cliff Road Access Revision review to April 13, 2023
• Postponed One U.S Route 1 Elderly Housing review to April 27, 2023
• Approved January 26, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved February 9, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 9, 2023 minutes (4-0)

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

This agenda contains only a single item: meeting materials for the Energy Steering Committee, referencing a Zoom agenda PDF. No decisions, discussions, or specific topics are listed, making this a procedural or placeholder agenda.

• Meeting materials for Energy Steering Committee (Zoom agenda PDF)

The committee approved the meeting minutes and coordinated logistics for a Climate Action Fair scheduled for June 24 at York High School. Members discussed solar site data from the DEP and evaluated EV charging grant opportunities.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Confirmed June 24 date for Climate Action Fair at York High School

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The committee reviewed the schedule for upcoming spring safety events, including a community workshop and bike rodeo. Members discussed potential bike rack relocations, the addition of a repair station at Long Sands Bathhouse, and pursuing a Bicycle Friendly Community designation.

• Approved March meeting minutes

School Committee

This agenda contains only a reference to a PDF of meeting materials and provides no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the substantive items are contained in the attached document.

• Agenda document referenced but not included in text

Recycling Committee

The committee approved the use of Instagram for recycling information, pending DPW clearance. Members decided to focus a transfer station comparison project on six towns with curbside pickup to evaluate costs and recycling rates. The committee also agreed that the upcoming program guide may be the final printed version in favor of the Recycle Coach app.

• Approved February 13, 2023 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved use of Instagram for RC info, subject to DPW clearance
• Decided to focus transfer station comparison on six towns with curbside pickup

Selectboard

The provided agenda contains only meeting materials and does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

The Selectboard authorized a construction contract for the Town Hall project and awarded a diesel fuel bid to Welch Oil. The board also approved preference votes and polling hours for the May 20 referenda and authorized the purchase of three used police cruisers.

• Approved $6,056,924 contract with Wright-Ryan Construction for Town Hall renovation (5-0)
• Awarded DPW diesel fuel bid to Welch Oil at $3.539 per gallon (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of three used, unmarked police vehicles up to $100,000 (5-0)
• Approved $8,000 for Invasive Shrub and Vine Inventory and Control Plan for Lake Carolyn and Philips Pond (5-0)
• Approved business license for The Lighthouse Inn and Carriage House ownership change (5-0)
• Set May 20 referenda polling hours from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM at Robert E. Butler Gymnasium (5-0)
• Appointed Harry Norton Jr. as Director of Code Enforcement (5-0)
• Approved property redemption for 124 Old Post Road subject to payment by May 13, 2023 (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials, with no specific items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed.

Planning Board

The York, ME Planning Board is meeting to review and discuss a compiled set of zoning ordinance amendments, including proposed changes to shoreland zoning and a zoning map close. The board will also consider consultant proposals and fee schedules from Beal, TPUDC, and YARD Co. for planning services, as well as review draft minutes from previous meetings.

• Compiled zoning ordinance amendments for ballot
• Proposed zoning close and shoreland zoning south map
• Beal 2023 fee schedule and proposal for services
• TPUDC York reg plan and zone amendment proposal with fee statement
• YARD Co. York charrette proposal and fee statement

The board voted to interview two consulting firms for the Green Enterprise Recreation Overlay District (GEROD) project. Members also expressed preferences for two zoning ordinance amendments to be included in the voter guide and approved a site plan amendment for the Southern Maine Lobster Company.

• Approved interviews with TPUDC and The Yard for Short Sands Road redevelopment (4-0)
• Voted in favor of Erosion and Sediment Control amendment for voter guide (4-0)
• Voted in favor of Shoreland Overlay District adjustment for voter guide (4-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign Findings of Fact for Southern Maine Lobster Company site plan amendment (4-0)
• Approved minutes for December 8, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes for December 15, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes for January 12, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved site walk minutes for January 10, 2023 (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission planned requests for the Select Board to designate Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond as conservation lands and implement an invasives control project. Members approved the purchase of folders for document storage at the town library. The Commission also coordinated monitoring for the Bayberry Woods conservation easement.

• Approved purchase of folders for document storage at town library
• Requested Select Board approval to designate Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond as conservation lands
• Requested Select Board approval for invasives control project by Southern Maine Forestry

Committee to Combat Racism and Bias

The committee approved the minutes from February 2023. Members held a conversation with Parks and Rec Director Pete Murray and reviewed a 'Coffee with Cops' event.

• Approved February 2023 minutes

Historic District Commission

The commission reviewed archaeological resource requests for two projects and determined that 192 York Street does not require HDC review. The commission also determined that the Town Hall Building Committee must reapply for a project due to a change in the HVAC structure location.

• Determined 192 York Street project will not require HDC review
• Determined Town Hall Building Committee must reapply for HVAC project due to location change
• Reviewed procedure for expanding the historic district/establishing a district

Sohier Park Committee

The council approved the 2023 budget guide and multiple charitable donations. A request to fund a parish kitchen work table was tabled. The Knights Breakfast was cancelled due to a forecasted storm.

• Approved 2023 Budget guide
• Approved $200.00 donation to Sister Emmanuel Bryant
• Approved $531.00 payment for 2023 Parish Calendars
• Approved $200 donation to York Food Pantry
• Approved $200 donation to Footprints Food Pantry in Kittery
• Tabled $698.00 donation for parish kitchen work table to March 30th
• Approved February 12, 2023 non-official meeting minutes

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

The committee approved the January 24 minutes and a budget update showing a balance of $9,173.57. Members established a subcommittee for the Memorial Day parade and assigned specific planning roles to committee members. The committee also reviewed the status of town banners and a refurbished monument plaque.

• Approved January 24 minutes (6-0)
• Approved budget update with $9,173.57 balance (6-0)
• Formed Memorial Day Subcommittee consisting of Roger, Nate, and Don
• Assigned Memorial Day roles: Invitations, Speakers, and Sanitation to Roger
• Assigned Memorial Day roles: Church coordination to Don
• Assigned Memorial Day roles: Electronics/AV to Lew
• Assigned Memorial Day roles: Advertising to Wade and Brent
• Assigned Memorial Day roles: Wreaths to Nate and Wreath Team to Jimmy

Selectboard

This agenda consists solely of a meeting packet reference with no listed agenda items. The Selectboard is meeting, but the specific decisions or discussions are not detailed in the provided text.

• Meeting packet for 2023-02-27 posted in two parts

The Selectboard approved the appointment of a new Town Manager and a collective bargaining agreement for the police department. Several ordinance amendments regarding stormwater and land use were forwarded to the May ballot. The board also established a sewer extension advisory committee and approved a climate action charter.

• Approved employment agreement for Town Manager Peter E. Joseph (5-0)
• Approved police collective bargaining agreement through June 30, 2026 (4-1)
• Forwarded Shoreland Overlay District Map amendment to May ballot (4-1)
• Forwarded Post Construction Stormwater Management Ordinance to May ballot (3-2)
• Forwarded Non-Stormwater Management Ordinance amendment to May ballot (4-1)
• Forwarded Disbursement of Excess Funds Ordinance to May ballot (3-2)
• Authorized Town Manager to sign permit authorization for antennas at 36 Main Street (5-0)
• Established Rt. 1 Sewer Extension Advisory Committee (5-0)

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to review and potentially act on several site plan and subdivision amendment applications, including amended plans for Southern Maine Lobster, Wiggly Bridge Distillery, a multi-family dwelling at 192 York St, and a minor revision to the Gulf Hill subdivision. The agenda also includes proposed amendments to the Site and Subdivision Regulations. The meeting is substantive, with multiple public hearings and decisions expected.

• Southern Maine Lobster amended site plan addition
• Wiggly Bridge amended site plan and findings of fact
• 192 York St multi-family dwelling site plan review
• Gulf Hill subdivision minor revision and waiver request
• Site and Subdivision Regulations amendments

The Planning Board granted preliminary and final approval for the York Maine Town Hall expansion. It also approved a site plan amendment for a 2,088 square foot addition to the Southern Maine Lobster Company after granting several regulatory waivers. The Board authorized a professional study regarding Ordinance § 6.3.4 for the Wiggly Bridge application.

• Approved Site Plan/Subdivision Regulation edits for Erosion and Sedimentation Control (5-0)
• Granted preliminary and final approval for York Maine Town Hall expansion at 186 York St (4-0)
• Granted six regulatory waivers for Southern Maine Lobster Company at 1021 U.S. Route 1 (4-0 each)
• Approved site plan amendment for Southern Maine Lobster Company (4-0)
• Authorized Planning Department to contract a professional to determine if Wiggly Bridge property violates Ordinance § 6.3.4 (3-0)
• Tabled 192 York St Residential Conversion and Gulf Hill Subdivision Amendment

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The committee reviewed the 2023 event schedule and discussed a potential community workshop at the York Public Library. Members also discussed the possible donation of a bench at the Sayward Wheeler House to provide a resting spot for walkers.

• Approved January meeting minutes

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a single PDF document. No substantive items are listed for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes. Members discussed the Budget Committee's unanimous approval of an Environmental Planner position and provided updates on the Climate Action Committee charter and the York Ready for Climate Action program.

• Approved minutes unanimously

Selectboard

The Selectboard met in executive session to discuss personnel matters. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel matters (5-0)

School Committee

This agenda contains only a single item: a PDF of the meeting materials for the February 15, 2023 School Committee meeting. No specific agenda topics, decisions, or discussion items are listed in the text provided.

• Meeting materials PDF for February 15, 2023

Selectboard

This agenda contains only a reference to the meeting packet PDF and no specific agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no decisions or discussions listed.

The Selectboard approved $150,000 for the Mt. Agamenticus Restroom and Parking Lot Project and implemented a new use fee for the site. The board also approved several property redemptions and a new business license for The Sweet Spot.

• Allocated $100,000 from ARPA and $50,000 from Contingency Fund for Mt. Agamenticus Restroom and Parking Lot Project (4-1)
• Approved implementation of a Use Fee at Mount Agamenticus, striking the $70 fee for York residents (4-1)
• Approved business license for The Sweet Spot (5-0)
• Placed Erosion and Sedimentation Control ordinance amendment on May 2023 ballot (5-0)
• Approved Excess Funds Policy with multiple amendments and sent to second public hearing (4-1)
• Removed Route 1 Sewer Extension project from FY24 Capital Plan (5-0)
• Approved property redemptions for 14 Carlton Street, 31 Wayside Trailer Park, and 19 Norton Avenue Ext. (5-0)
• Appointed Marilyn McLaughlin to the Director of Code Enforcement Interview Committee (5-0)

Recycling Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Recycling Committee. The only listed item is the review of meeting materials, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

• Review of Recycling Committee Agenda February PDF

The committee discussed the production of program guides and the use of QR code postcards. Members reviewed updates on accepted materials from Casella and the status of a food waste permit fee for Witchtrot. No new ordinances were adopted, and the election of Chair and Vice-Chair was deferred.

• Amended January 9 minutes to correct Story of Plastic film date to Feb 16
• Confirmed Board voted to keep the Witchtrot fee as is
• Tabled referendum on the revised ordinance
• Deferred election of Chair and Vice-Chair to next meeting

Parks and Recreation Board

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF document, with no specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature, with no concrete actions or proposals listed.

Conservation Commission

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a Zoom link for the February 9, 2023 meeting. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

• No specific agenda items listed

The Commission identified three requests for the Select Board regarding land registration, parking barriers, and invasive species control. The town library agreed to provide public storage for Commission documents. The Commission will collaborate with the Planning Board on Comprehensive Plan priorities.

• Requested Select Board approval to designate Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond as conservation lands
• Requested Select Board approval for Lake Carolyn parking barriers and signage
• Requested Select Board approval for an invasives control project by Southern Maine Forestry
• Suggested Edison Drive conservation easement for an invasives control project
• Agreed to use town library for public-accessible storage of CC documents

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to discuss proposed amendments to the town's Site and Subdivision Regulations, along with a site plan application (referenced as C-102 through C-104) that includes building elevations and comment response letters. The agenda is largely procedural, listing documents for review without detailing specific decisions or proposals.

• Proposed amendments to Planning Board Site and Subdivision Regulations (dated 2023-01-31)
• Site plan documents C-102, C-103, C-104
• Building elevations document
• Two comment response letters

Sohier Park Committee

The committee decided to delay website updates until later in the year to allow for staff orientation. Members discussed park and gift shop operations and are awaiting legal guidance from the town attorney regarding soliciting at the park.

• Put website improvements on hold until later in the year
• Planned invitation for Nick Darby to the next meeting to discuss the Lighting of the Nubble and other events

School Committee

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF of the agenda itself. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete.

Planning Board

The board approved eight regulatory waivers to streamline the renovation and expansion of the York Town Hall. Applications for Southern Maine Lobster Company and Wiggly Bridge were continued to February meetings. The board also authorized the Chair to sign Findings of Fact for Woodstone at York Village and Moorehouse Place.

• Approved 8 regulatory waivers for Town Hall expansion (4-0)
• Accepted Town Hall expansion application for review (4-0)
• Continued Southern Maine Lobster Company application to Feb 23 (4-0)
• Continued Wiggly Bridge application to Feb 23 (3-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign Findings of Fact for Woodstone at York Village (4-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign Findings of Fact for Moorehouse Place (4-0)
• Suspended 17-day lead time requirement for Town Hall application materials (4-0)

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the November meeting. Members discussed the 2023 event schedule and a proposed public workshop at the York Public Library. Public Works provided updates on sidewalk and seawall projects at Long Beach, Nubble Road, Lindsay Road, and Moulton Lane.

• Approved November meeting minutes

Appeals Board

The York Appeals Board is reviewing a site plan exhibit for a proposed 1,685 square foot addition to the Wiggly Bridge Distillery barrel storage building at 441 U.S. Route 1. The plan shows the addition on a leased 2-acre portion of Tax Map 54 Lot 10C, with existing storage containers to be removed. Dimensional regulations for the Route One Zone 3 district are noted, including setbacks and lot area requirements. The agenda contains only this site plan exhibit and no other items.

• Proposed 1,685 sq ft addition to Wiggly Bridge Distillery barrel storage building
• Site at 441 U.S. Route 1, Tax Map 54 Lot 10C, leased by Wiggly Bridge Distilleries LLC
• Storage containers to be removed as part of the plan
• Route One Zone 3 zoning district dimensional regulations listed
• Reference plan by Frank Emery Engineers/Surveyors dated December 10, 1979

The provided record contains an agenda and contact directory, but no meeting minutes were reported. No decisions, approvals, or denials are documented.

Appeals Board

The York Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on three matters: a reconsideration request from Becky Linney regarding a variance granted to 152 Logging Road, and two minor dimensional variance requests for properties on Clay Hill Road and US Route 1. The board will also conduct code business. The hearing starts at 7:00 PM at the York Public Library.

• Reconsideration of Dec. 14, 2022 variance for 152 Logging Road (Map Lot 99-2-B)
• Minor Dimensional Variance for 177 Clay Hill Road, Cape Neddick (Map Lot 99-31-A)
• Minor Dimensional Variance for Wiggly Bridge Distillery, 441 US Route 1 (Map Lot 54-10-B)
• Application fee for reconsideration is $100
• Hearing at York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road

The Board approved a minor dimensional variance for a building addition at Wiggly Bridge Distillery. A request for reconsideration regarding a variance at 152 Logging Road was denied, and a variance request for 177 Clay Hill Road was continued.

• Approved Finding of Fact for General Variance from Dec 14, 2022 (5-0)
• Denied request for reconsideration regarding 152 Logging Road (5-0)
• Continued minor dimensional variance request for 177 Clay Hill Road to Feb 8, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved 2ft minor dimensional variance for Wiggly Bridge Distillery (5-0)

Committee for Veterans' Affairs

The committee accepted the resignation of Mel Spelman and appointed Roger Clements as Chair until June 2023. Nate Stone was moved from alternate to full member. The committee also approved a request for Don LeFante to determine costs for hard shaped borders around monuments.

• Approved minutes from 11/30/2022 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Mel Spelman and appointed Roger Clements as Chair until June 2023 (5-0)
• Moved Nate Stone from alternate to full member (5-0)
• Approved Don LeFante to determine costs for hard shaped borders for monuments (5-0)

Selectboard

The York, Maine Selectboard is holding a regular meeting on January 23, 2023. The agenda consists solely of procedural materials—an agenda PDF and a meeting packet—with no specific action items listed.

The Selectboard approved a lease for a small wireless telecommunication facility and amended the Human Resources Recruitment and Promotion policy. The board also voted against waiving foreclosures on properties on the treasurer's list.

• Approved lease agreement for small wireless telecommunication facility adjacent to 265 Long Beach Avenue (5-0)
• Approved replacing retire/rehire language in HR policy with a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (5-0)
• Denied waiver of foreclosure on properties on the treasurer's list (3-2)
• Accepted resignation of Mel Spelman from the Committee for Veterans Affairs (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including January 9, 2023 minutes and Sentry Hill business license renewal (4-0)

Selectboard

The Selectboard met in executive session from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to conduct Town Manager interviews. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Entered executive session for Town Manager interviews (5-0)
• Exited executive session at 2:00 p.m. (5-0)

Energy Steering Committee - Dissolved Committee

This agenda is for the York, ME Energy Steering Committee, which is noted as a dissolved committee. The agenda contains only a single item referencing meeting materials, with no substantive business items listed.

• Meeting materials document: 2023-1-19 ESC AGENDA.PDF

School Committee

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF of the agenda itself. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are not included in this text.

Parks and Recreation Board

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF document. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

Planning Board

This is a procedural meeting of the York Planning Board. The board is reviewing draft minutes from previous meetings and a draft findings of fact document related to the York Water District. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Review of draft minutes from December 1, November 10, and October 13, 2022
• Draft findings of fact for York Water District

The Planning Board elected a new Vice-chair and amended its bylaws regarding officer elections. The board also authorized the signing of Findings of Fact for the York Water District.

• Authorized Chair to sign Findings of Fact for York Water District, Tax Map/Lot 0096-0024-i (5-0)
• Elected David Woods II as Vice-chair (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Planning Board bylaws regarding officer election timing (5-0)
• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The agenda contains only the meeting materials document and no specific discussion items. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or proposals listed.

The Commission will request Select Board concurrence to register Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond as conservation lands. The body also developed signage and parking barrier specifications for Lake Carolyn to be forwarded to the town manager. No formal votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Proposed registration of Lake Carolyn and Phillips Pond as conservation lands
• Developed signage and parking barrier specifications for Lake Carolyn
• Proposed exploration of public-accessible storage for CC documents at the library or other town locations
• Proposed coordination with the York Comprehensive Plan implementation team

Sohier Park Committee

The committee received a presentation from Atom Group regarding the recreation of the Nubble website. Members discussed desired site improvements and requested more examples of the firm's work. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

• Discussed Atom Group proposal for Nubble website recreation
• Requested additional website examples from Atom Group
• Expressed interest in reviewing other company offers for website recreation

Planning Board

The York Planning Board is meeting to review materials for the Cliff House property, including a site visit document and a combined package for a third amendment. The agenda contains only these two documents, with no other listed items for discussion or decision.

• Cliff House site visit scheduled for 2023-01-10
• Cliff House 3rd amendment combined package dated 11-1-22 to post

Selectboard

The York Selectboard is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on a membership application from Glen MacWilliams, as well as other agenda items. The meeting includes an executive session at 10:30 AM, indicating discussion of sensitive matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with materials provided for review.

• Glen MacWilliams application for membership
• Executive session scheduled for 10:30 AM

The Selectboard approved a 4% cost of living adjustment for personnel wage scales and awarded several infrastructure contracts. The board also filled multiple committee vacancies and appointed a new Parks and Recreation Director.

• Implemented 4% cost of living adjustment for FY24 personnel wage scales (5-0)
• Awarded $90,000 for York Beach Fire Station lobby repairs and $40,000 for sewer stormwater connection (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Mountain Road culvert from Contech Engineered Solutions LLC not to exceed $28,200 (5-0)
• Amended Capital Plan to reflect $401,000 for York Fire Department Brush Fire Pumper (5-0)
• Accepted Green Enterprise Design Charette RFP as amended (5-0)
• Appointed Peter Murray as Parks and Recreation Director effective 1/19/2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Mary Daun (Board of Appeals), Glen MacWilliams (Historic District Committee), and Brian Trafton (Planning Board) (5-0)
• Approved business directional signs for Grain Surfboards at Long Beach Avenue and US Route 1 (5-0)

Recycling Committee

This agenda contains only a reference to meeting materials and a PDF document, with no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

The committee approved an expenditure from 2022 funds to show the documentary “Story of Plastic” on February 16, 2023. Members discussed food waste drop site limitations and the development of a resident survey regarding curbside food waste pickup.

• Approved expenditure from RC 2022 funds for "Story of Plastic" documentary screening (unanimous)
• Approved December 14, 2022 minutes as amended

School Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the York, ME School Committee meeting on January 4, 2023. The only item listed is a reference to meeting materials, with no specific topics or decisions outlined.

Town Hall Building Committee - Dissolved Committee

This agenda is for the Town Hall Building Committee, which is noted as dissolved. The only item is a link to meeting materials; there is no substantive business to report.

• No substantive agenda items listed

Budget Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the York, ME Budget Committee meeting on January 3, 2023. The only listed item is the meeting materials, which include the agenda PDF. No specific budget items, decisions, or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

• Meeting materials (agenda PDF) only item on agenda

The Budget Committee reviewed and voted on numerous municipal and school department operating and capital requests for FY24. Most items were approved as proposed, though some adjustments were made to planning, transportation, and student support funding. The final recommendations will appear on the May 2023 ballot.

• Approved $39,926,447 All-encompassing Summary of Prior 11 for schools (7-0)
• Approved $4,528,288 for Administration (7-0)
• Approved $6,287,404 for Public Works (7-0)
• Approved $6,742,806 for Police, Communications, Animal Control & Harbor (7-0)
• Approved $1,200,000 for Townwide Road & Sidewalk Construction via bond (7-0)
• Approved $1,100,000 for Long Beach Seawall & Sidewalk via bond (7-0)
• Approved $401,000 for Village Fire Brush Truck via fund balance (7-0)
• Reinstated $75,000 to Planning Department for Environmental Planner (6-1)