Attleboro meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Attleboro boards weigh PFAS plant invoices, sports village permits; no decisions published

No final votes have been published from Attleboro's past two weeks of board and commission meetings, as all recent agendas are marked "minutes not yet published." Still, the agendas show a heavy slate of consequential items, including a $962,654.28 invoice package for the Wading River PFAS treatment plant and multiple hearings tied to the New England Sports Village project.

Major projects and money

The Municipal Building Commission, meeting Aug. 12, was scheduled to vote on three invoices for the Wading River Permanent PFAS Treatment Plant: $893,902.50 to Daniel O'Connell's Sons for construction through July 31, $64,176.48 to Tata & Howard for engineering through July 26, and $4,575.30 to Wright-Pierce for project management through July 24. The commission also planned to review the change order log and receive a financial update from Budget Director Mason Lord. The outcome of the vote is not yet known.

The New England Sports Village (NESV) project appeared on three agendas. The Conservation Commission on Aug. 5 continued 12 hearings, including several for NESV Ice/Swim/Hotel/Tennis/Field/Land LLC at Commerce Way and 1395 Commerce Way. The Planning Board on Aug. 10 held a joint public hearing on NESV's special permit application for renovations at 1395 Commerce Way, which falls under the Orr's Pond Water Resource Protection District. The Zoning Board of Appeals on Aug. 13 opened a new hearing on NESV's special permit and variance request (Case #5818) for the same address.

Land use and zoning

The Planning Board also reviewed a preliminary subdivision plan for "The Woods at Oak Hill," a 35-lot open space residential development off Silverbirch Road and Stone Forest Lane, and a petition to amend the zoning ordinance to create a data center moratorium. The ZBA heard new cases for Kearsarge Pond LLC (27 Pond Street), Dodge Mill Realty LLC (200 North Main Street), and continued a case for Hope Gardens Associates II (0 Park Street and 225 Maple Street). The Conservation Commission opened new hearings for 45 Doral Lane and 27 Pond Street North, and considered enforcement orders for Attleboro DPW and King & Castle Group.

Schools and community

The School Committee on Aug. 10 considered a fee waiver for the Attleboro White Hawks football season, acceptance of an $800 donation from Bridgewater State University and a $139 contractual obligation from Planet Aid, approval of an overnight field trip for 186 Grade 1 students to Washington, D.C. on May 4, 2027, and sending prior year invoices totaling $53,475.61 to the Municipal Council.

The Sustainability Commission on Aug. 6 discussed a data center moratorium (following a July 21 City Council hearing), a private tree ordinance, composting programs, a Halloween Pumpkin Smash, and styrofoam recycling. The Redevelopment Authority on Aug. 13 reviewed finances showing a primary checking balance of $349,226.34 and a transit account of $1,103,600.00, approved $1,400 in payments, and discussed a grant for an urban renewal plan update.

Other recent meetings included the Council on Human Rights, Cultural Council, Election Commission (poll worker training), Board of Assessors, Commission on Disabilities, Trust Fund Commission, and a Conservation Commission fee schedule update.

Coming up

The Attleboro Municipal Council meets Aug. 18 with four public hearings: a National Grid/Verizon pole on Thacher Street, a Class I auto dealer license for Grieco Chevrolet Buick GMC, a business practices review of 100% Auto Wholesalers, and a proposed ordinance creating a War Monuments and Memorials Commission. The council will also consider a temporary data center moratorium and a $25,000 donation from the Olivia Knighton Foundation to Capron Park Zoo.

The Election Commission holds equipment testing Aug. 18 and sets early voting hours (Aug. 22–28) and advance ballot processing (Aug. 23–28) for the Sept. 1 state primary. The Park Commission meets Aug. 19 to decide on 11 event permits, including a disc golf tournament and cross country meets.

Attleboro boards weigh sports complex permit, data center moratorium in coming week

No decisions were made at Attleboro municipal meetings in the past two weeks; all recent sessions were agenda-only or cancelled. The most consequential items on upcoming agendas include a special permit for the New England Sports Village, a proposed data center moratorium, and a fee waiver request for a local football organization.

Recent meetings

Retirement Board (July 27) – Meeting cancelled. No items were acted on.

Liquor Licensing Board (July 28) – The board considered a one-day license for the Attleboro/Norton YMCA to serve wine and malt beverages at its Sept. 11 rooftop fundraiser at 63 N. Main St., and a change in stock ownership and president for Amrutmani Corp d/b/a Ace Liquors, from Dhirenkumar Patel to Hirenkumar Patel. No votes were taken.

Cultural Council (Aug. 4) – Members reviewed grant status, set priorities based on survey results, and discussed chair and treasurer positions. They also planned a September event or meeting.

Council on Human Rights (Aug. 4) – The council debriefed a presentation by Families for Justice as Healing, discussed a DEI Subcommittee bylaw amendment, and reviewed recent events including an anti-racism workshop and Pride activities. No action was taken.

Election Commission (Aug. 4) – Held its annual poll worker training at Attleboro High School. No other business was listed.

Conservation Commission (Aug. 5) – The commission conducted new and continued public hearings on numerous land use applications, including properties on Doral Lane, Pond Street North, Newport Avenue, and several others. It also reviewed enforcement orders and certificates of compliance. No decisions were recorded.

Sustainability Commission (Aug. 6) – Members discussed a public hearing on a data center moratorium held at the July 21 City Council meeting, investigated Styrofoam recycling options, and reviewed project reports on the Pocket Forest, pollinator garden, and composting. They also planned outreach for the farmers market and Harmony Fiesta.

Coming up

Planning Board (Aug. 10) – The board will hold a joint public hearing on a special permit for New England Sports Village LLC at 1395 Commerce Way, related to the Orr's Pond Water Resource Protection District. It will also review a 35-lot preliminary subdivision plan by Winchester Investments, a petition to amend the zoning ordinance for a data center moratorium, and several Form A plans.

School Committee (Aug. 10) – The committee will consider a motion to waive all fees for the Attleboro White Hawks football organization's use of high school stadium facilities. It will also review consent items including an $800 donation from Bridgewater State University for H&L Bloom fees, a $139.00 obligation from Planet Aid, a field trip proposal for 186 Grade 1 students to Washington DC on May 4, 2027, and prior year invoices totaling $53,475.61 sent to the Municipal Council for approval.

Board of Assessors (Aug. 10) – Will review and sign motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemption, commitment, and abatement journals. An executive session is planned to discuss abatements and exemptions.

Commission on Disabilities (Aug. 10) – Will review observations from the 2026 Wheelchair Stroll and propose a date for the 2027 event: Saturday, May 8, 2027, with a rain date of May 15.

Redevelopment Authority (Aug. 13) – Will review financial reports showing a Primary Checking balance of $349,226.34 and a Transit Account balance of $1,103,600.00 as of Aug. 13. The board will also discuss project updates, a grant for the Urban Renewal Plan update with Innes Land Strategies Group, and an executive session on real property and potential litigation.

Trust Fund Commission (Aug. 13) – Largely procedural; will approve minutes and review trust fund folders and a legal opinion folder with no findings.

Election Commission (Aug. 18) – Regular monthly meeting with 2026 election updates, followed by equipment testing for the Sept. 1 state primary.

Early voting and ballot processing – Early voting for the Sept. 1 primary runs Aug. 22–28 at the Government Center, 77 Park St. Advance processing of early ballots will occur Aug. 23–28 at the Election Commission Office. No results will be announced until after polls close on election day.

Attleboro boards tackle zoning, redevelopment, and housing plans; council meeting cancelled

Most Attleboro boards and commissions met the week of July 21, but minutes have not yet been published for any of the sessions, so no final decisions or vote tallies are confirmed in the public record. The agendas show what each body planned to take up.

Redevelopment Authority reviews Urban Renewal Plan contract

The Attleboro Redevelopment Authority's July 21 agenda included a final payment of $1,400.00 to Elm Appraisal Services, LLC for work at Frank Mossberg Drive (Map 146 Lot 6). The board also planned to review and approve a contract with Innes Land Strategies Group, Inc. for an Urban Renewal Plan update. Other agenda items covered discussion of a Transit-Oriented Development District and MBTA/ARA Partnership, review of FY25 Solicitor Bills, and discussion of the Industrial Park and Strategic Plan goals. No minutes are available yet.

Municipal Council meeting cancelled July 23

The Attleboro Municipal Council's July 23 meeting was cancelled, meaning no action was taken on any listed items. The agenda had included a proposed temporary moratorium on data centers referred to the Economic Development Committee, proposed ordinance amendments for stop signs and left-turn restrictions on Benefit St. and Pleasant St., a $25,000 donation from the Olivia Knighton Foundation to Capron Park Zoo scheduled for committee, and a Class II license application for Pete's RV Center at 800 Washington Street.

The Finance Committee met July 21 to consider the FY27 Capital Improvements Message, with no old business, new business, or public hearings listed.

Planning Board addresses housing zoning and data center moratorium

The Planning Board's July 21 agenda listed discussion of cottage style housing and inclusionary zoning. A joint public hearing with the Municipal Council was also scheduled on a petition to amend Chapter 17 of the Zoning Ordinance regarding §17218.0, a Data Center Moratorium. Minutes have not been published.

Housing Authority holds Annual Plan Hearing

The Attleboro Housing Authority conducted a virtual Annual Plan Hearing on July 23. The agenda included a public hearing on the FY2027 Annual Plan, covering a proposed 3-year Capital Improvement Plan, a proposed Maintenance and Repair Plan, the current Operating Budget, and a list of policy waivers from EOHLC. The Board of Commissioners was also scheduled to consider approval of Check Warrant 409.

Retirement Board considers Frontier contract, Collins findings

The Attleboro Retirement Board's July 23 agenda included an investment update by Seth Lynn of DAHAB, a discussion and potential vote on the Frontier Contract, and a potential vote on Findings of Fact for Joshua Collins. The board also planned to set a correction interest rate, handle a Walter Guertin interest payment on a lump sum, and enter executive session to discuss strategy in Kooken v. CRAB litigation (Suffolk Superior Court docket 2684CV01234). A second Retirement Board meeting scheduled for July 27 was cancelled.

Licensing Board reviews YMCA permit, Ace Liquors change

The Liquor Licensing Board's July 28 agenda included a one-day wine/malt beverage license request for the Attleboro/Norton YMCA at 63 N. Main Street for September 11, 2026, and a request from Amrutmani Corp d/b/a Ace Liquors for a change in stock ownership and President. The board also planned to approve minutes from its June 30, 2026 meeting.

Coming up

• **Aug. 4 — Election Commission:** Annual poll worker training at Attleboro High School Bray Auditorium. No decisions or public hearings scheduled.
• **Aug. 4 — Council on Human Rights:** Monthly meeting includes approval of May and July minutes, a DEI Subcommittee bylaw amendment discussion, and an open public forum.
• **Aug. 10 — Commission on Disabilities:** Members will discuss a proposed 2027 Wheelchair Stroll date of Saturday, May 8, 2027 (raindate May 15, 2027), plus updates on treasury, grant, and outreach committees.
• **Aug. 13 — Trust Fund Commission:** Agenda includes approval of May 28, 2026 minutes and review of trust fund and legal opinion folders.

Attleboro boards weigh PFAS payments, zoning changes, and development hearings

The Attleboro Park Commission approved 13 community event permits at its July 15 meeting, the only body in the past two weeks with published minutes confirming decisions. The permits covered outdoor fitness classes, yoga sessions, runs, sports meets, a wedding, a birthday party, a family gathering, and a community event. The commission accepted its minutes and adjourned unanimously, scheduling its next meeting for August 19, 2026.

Municipal Building Commission schedules vote on $1.7M in PFAS invoices

The Municipal Building Commission was scheduled July 8 to vote on approving $1,670,612.36 in invoices for the Wading River PFAS treatment projects. The largest proposed payment was $1,375,347.04 to Daniel O'Connell's Sons for construction services on the permanent PFAS plant through June 30, 2026. Additional proposed payments included $119,277.62 to Tata & Howard for engineering services through June 28, 2026, and two payments to Biszko Building Systems totaling $169,876.40 for construction of the emergency PFAS treatment project. The agenda also listed updates from Tata & Howard, Wright-Pierce, the Water Department, and the Budget Director. Minutes have not yet been published, so the outcome of the votes is not confirmed.

Zoning Board of Appeals holds hearings on credit union, mixed-use development

The Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings July 9 on five applications. New hearings included a special permit for Navigant Credit Union and Spartan Development at 221-251 Washington Street, and a variance request by Richard Guevremont at 33 Carpenter Street. Continued hearings covered Mill Properties, Inc.'s mixed-use development at 61 Union Street (Case #5798), County Street Realty Corp.'s senior housing proposal at 496 Tiffany Street (Case #5806), and Kings & Castle Group's variance at 0 Lawrence Avenue. The agenda noted correspondence on traffic peer review for the 61 Union Street project and an update on a Poyant Signs special permit for Dunkin' Donuts at 219 South Main Street. The next meeting was noted for August 10, 2026. Minutes are not yet published.

Planning Board reviews subdivisions, zoning topics

The Planning Board met July 8 to discuss cottage-style housing regulations and inclusionary zoning requirements, acting as the Ordinance Committee. On July 13, the board reviewed a preliminary subdivision plan called "The Woods at Oak Hill" by Winchester Investments, LLC, a major site plan review for Roddy Road, LLC at 0 Roddy Road and 0 Turner Street, and an extension request from Kings and Castles Group for the Middle Street Extension on Read Street. The agenda also included an appeal by Regina Carter vs. the Planning Board regarding Ansta Development, LLC (Raising Cane's Restaurant) and a special permit for New England Sports Village LLC at Ox's Pond. Minutes are not yet published.

Conservation Commission takes up wetlands permits, enforcement orders

The Conservation Commission scheduled new public hearings July 15 for NESV Ice LLC and affiliated entities seeking stormwater and wetlands permits on Commerce Way and 1395 Commerce Way, and for Eastside Plastering LLC at 68 Falmouth Street. Continued hearings included Hope Gardens Associates II LLC at 225 Maple Street and 0 Park Street, and Kings and Castle Group at 0 Lawrence Avenue. The agenda listed enforcement orders for eight properties, including Attleboro DPW at 101 Lamb Street and King & Castle Group at Pinehurst/Brochu Avenue. Minutes are not yet published.

Other boards and commissions

The Board of Assessors met July 7 to review a PILOT agreement for 103 Richardson Ave, release an agricultural lien on Pike Ave, and sign motor vehicle, real estate, and personal property exemption and abatement journals. Chetna Bhardwaj was introduced as the new Deputy Assessor. The Human Rights Council planned a July 23 anti-racism workshop at the Attleboro Public Library Balfour Room and coordinated Pride 2026 events. The Sustainability Commission discussed Styrofoam recycling at the Recycling Center and summer Farmers Market scheduling. The Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee reviewed its fund balance and donation outreach.

Coming up

• **July 21 — Planning Board:** Joint public hearing with the Municipal Council on a proposed data center moratorium amendment to Chapter 17 of the Zoning Ordinance. The board also meets separately on cottage-style housing and inclusionary zoning.
• **July 21 — Attleboro Redevelopment Authority:** Review of a contract with Innes Land Strategies Group, Inc. for an Urban Renewal Plan update, plus a $1,400.00 final payment to Elm Appraisal Services, LLC for work at Frank Mossberg Drive.
• **July 21 — Municipal Council Finance Committee:** Consideration of the FY27 Capital Improvements Message.
• **July 23 — Attleboro Housing Authority:** Public hearing on the FY2027 Annual Plan, covering a 3-year capital improvement plan, maintenance and repair plan, operating budget, and policy waivers.

Attleboro Boards Tackle $1.7M PFAS Water Project Payments, Zoning Hearings, and Summer Permits

Attleboro's municipal boards had a busy stretch over the past two weeks, with agendas covering water infrastructure payments, zoning hearings, conservation filings, and community event permits. All meetings listed below were agenda-only as of this report — minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet confirmed.

Municipal Building Commission: $1.7M in PFAS Treatment Invoices

The most consequential agenda item of the period belonged to the Municipal Building Commission, which was scheduled to vote on approving $1,670,612.36 in invoices for the Wading River PFAS treatment projects on July 8. The largest payment was $1,375,347.04 to Daniel O'Connell's Sons for construction services on the permanent PFAS plant through June 30, 2026. Additional votes were scheduled for $119,277.62 to Tata & Howard for engineering services through June 28, 2026, and two payments to Biszko Building Systems totaling $169,876.40 for construction of the emergency PFAS treatment project. The agenda also included project updates from Tata & Howard, Wright-Pierce, the Water Department, and the Budget Director.

Zoning Board of Appeals: Credit Union, Mixed-Use, Senior Housing Hearings

The Zoning Board of Appeals was scheduled to hold new and continued public hearings on July 9. New hearings included a special permit request from Navigant Credit Union and Spartan Development at 221-251 Washington Street, and a variance request from Richard Guevremont at 33 Carpenter Street. Continued hearings covered Mill Properties, Inc.'s mixed-use development at 61 Union Street (Case #5798), County Street Realty Corp.'s senior housing proposal at 496 Tiffany Street (Case #5806), and Kings & Castle Group's variance at 0 Lawrence Avenue. Correspondence on traffic peer review for the 61 Union Street project was also listed.

Planning Board: Cottage Housing and Inclusionary Zoning Discussions

The Planning Board met multiple times — on June 30, July 8 (twice, including as the Ordinance Committee) — to discuss cottage-style housing regulations and inclusionary zoning requirements. No specific proposals or votes were listed on the agendas; the discussions appear to be preliminary reviews of potential zoning changes.

Conservation Commission: New Filings and Enforcement Orders

On July 1, the Conservation Commission was scheduled to review a Notice of Intent from The Rupp Companies LLC at 401 South Main Street, a Stormwater Management Plan from Keeper Bay Real Estate at 520 Pleasant Street, and a Certificate of Compliance for POAH Hebronville Mill, LLC at Knight Avenue and Read Street. The agenda also listed multiple enforcement orders for properties including Colvin Street and Mendon Road, plus a discussion of a potential light pollution ordinance.

School Committee Accepts Donations

The School Committee agenda for June 29 included accepting a $500 donation to Peter Thacher Early Learning Center and a $10,000 donation from the A. Irvin Studley Elementary School PTO. The committee was also scheduled to convene in executive session for collective bargaining or litigation strategy, with no return to open session.

Other Boards

The Board of Assessors (July 7) was scheduled to review a PILOT agreement for 103 Richardson Ave, release an agricultural lien on Pike Ave, sign abatement journals, and introduce Chetna Bhardwaj as the new Deputy Assessor. The Liquor Licensing Board (June 30) had permits listed for Canned Heat Craft Beer Co at 947 Park Street, Attleboro Arts Museum, Yankee Spirits, and Friends of Capron Park Zoo's Bites & Bevs event on July 25, plus a manager change to Stephanie McGregor for Tavern in the Square at 228 Washington Street. The Retirement Board (June 29) was to discuss contracts for an executive assistant and assistant executive director. The Human Rights Council (July 7) planned Pride 2026 events and a July 23 anti-racism workshop at the Attleboro Public Library Balfour Room.

Coming Up

• **July 13 — Planning Board:** Reviews a preliminary subdivision plan for "The Woods at Oak Hill" by Winchester Investments, LLC, a major site plan review at 0 Roddy Road & 0 Turner Street, and an appeal by Regina Carter regarding Ansta Development, LLC (Raising Cane's Restaurant).
• **July 15 — Park Commission:** Reviews zoo and park reports and processes event permits, including a car show permit in Highland Park on October 10, 2026.
• **July 16 — Sustainability Commission:** Discusses Styrofoam recycling, summer Farmers Market scheduling, and a Pocket Forest installation report.
• **July 23 — Attleboro Housing Authority:** Holds a public hearing on the Proposed FY2027 Annual Plan, including a 3-year Capital Improvement Plan and Maintenance and Repair Plan. Residents may submit comments orally or in writing.

Attleboro boards wrapped up FY27 budget season; Housing Authority eyed $1.6M in warrants

Attleboro's boards and commissions closed out the 2026 fiscal year with a flurry of budget votes, infrastructure appropriations, and zoning discussions. Because meeting minutes have not yet been published for any of the sessions below, this roundup reflects what each agenda listed — not confirmed outcomes. Residents should check official minutes once posted for final vote tallies and decisions.

Housing Authority: $1.6M in check warrants

The Attleboro Housing Authority was scheduled June 25 to vote on two check warrants: Check Warrant 407 and addendums totaling $812,211.53, and Check Warrant 408 and addendums totaling $783,806.62. The board was also set to approve minutes from its April 23, 2026 regular meeting and hear an executive director report.

Municipal Council: FY27 budget and infrastructure funds

The Municipal Council held multiple sessions June 23 and June 25 to resolve outstanding FY27 budgetary and end-of-year financial votes. Agendas listed the following items:

• Expenditure of $301,789.54 from the FY27 911 Training Grant.
• Appropriation of $360,000 for Hyman Fine Elementary School access road and parking repairs.
• Appropriation of $130,000 from the Wastewater Enterprise Fund for utility obligations.
• A public hearing on a proposed temporary moratorium on data centers.
• Public hearings on traffic ordinance amendments for Benefit St at Oak St and Pleasant St at Stop & Shop.
• A public hearing on a Class II license for Pete's RV Center.

A separate special meeting June 23 was set to receive updates from Mayor Cathleen DeSimone on city activities and time-sensitive matters; that agenda listed no specific rezonings, contracts, or public hearings.

School Committee: FY27 budget vote and donations

The School Committee was scheduled June 22 to vote on the FY27 budget, review a student restraint procedures update, and conduct the superintendent's evaluation. Consent items included a field trip for the AHS choir to Hartt School of Music on Oct. 23, 2026, and acceptance of a donated shed for Hyman Fine Elementary from the PTO.

A June 29 School Committee session was set to accept a $500 donation to Peter Thacher Early Learning Center and a $10,000 donation from A. Irvin Studley Elementary School PTO, followed by an executive session on collective bargaining or litigation strategy with no return to open session.

Planning Board: Housing zoning discussions

The Planning Board met June 23 and June 30, with both agendas listing discussions on cottage-style housing regulations and inclusionary zoning requirements. No specific proposals or votes were listed; the meetings appear to have been initial discussions.

Conservation Commission: New filings and enforcement

On July 1, the Conservation Commission was set to review a Notice of Intent from The Rupp Companies LLC at 401 South Main Street, a Stormwater Management Plan from Keeper Bay Real Estate at 520 Pleasant Street, and a Certificate of Compliance for POAH Hebronville Mill, LLC at Knight Avenue and Read Street. The agenda also listed multiple enforcement orders for properties including Colvin Street and Mendon Road, plus discussion of a light pollution ordinance.

Liquor Licensing Board: Seasonal and one-day permits

On June 30, the board was scheduled to consider a manager change to Stephanie McGregor for Tavern in the Square at 228 Washington Street, a Farmer's Market beer permit for Canned Heat Craft Beer Co at 947 Park Street, one-day wine/beer licenses for Attleboro Arts Museum on Nov. 7 and Dec. 12, a one-day license for Yankee Spirits Customer Appreciation Day on Aug. 23, and an alcohol sales permit for Friends of Capron Park Zoo's Bites & Bevs event on July 25.

Retirement Board: Contracts and investments

The Retirement Board held sessions June 22, June 24, and June 29. Agendas included contract negotiations for an Assistant Executive Director and Executive Assistant, an investment update from Seth Lynn of DAHAB, a potential vote on a correction of error interest rate policy, a HIPAA Limited Waiver Authorization review, and a workers' compensation policy discussion. Several items were scheduled for executive session under state open meeting law.

Redevelopment Authority: Urban Renewal Plan and grants

On June 22, the Redevelopment Authority was set to elect FY27 officers, review RFP submittals for an Urban Renewal Plan Update grant, authorize a $7,400 payment to Elm Appraisal Services, LLC for work at Frank Mossberg Drive, and receive updates on the GATRA/FTA Improvement Grant, the Industrial Park, and the Transit-Oriented Development District.

Coming up

• **July 7 — Board of Assessors:** Review of a PILOT agreement for 103 Richardson Ave, release of an agricultural lien on Pike Ave, and introduction of new Deputy Assessor Chetna Bhardwaj.
• **July 7 — Human Rights Council:** Planning for a July 23 anti-racism workshop at the Attleboro Public Library Balfour Room and Pride 2026 event updates.
• **July 8 — Planning Board (as Ordinance Committee):** Continued discussion of cottage-style housing and inclusionary zoning.
• **July 9 — Zoning Board of Appeals:** Public hearings including Navigant Credit Union at 221-251 Washington Street, a variance at 33 Carpenter Street, and continued hearings for mixed-use development at 61 Union Street and senior housing at 496 Tiffany Street.
• **July 9 — Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee:** Treasurer's report and donation outreach discussion.
• **July 14 — Election Commission:** Routine monthly meeting with office and election updates.

Attleboro Boards Consider Budget, School Repairs, and Data Center Moratorium

The Municipal Council was positioned this week to authorize more than $300,000 in emergency dispatch training funds and $360,000 for school access road and parking repairs, while also holding a public hearing on a proposed temporary moratorium on data centers. The council’s agenda, published in the last week of June, included end-of-year financial votes and committee reviews that touched on wastewater funding, traffic ordinances, and a new license for a recreational vehicle seller.

Municipal Council

On June 23 and June 25, councilors listed a series of financial items for approval. An expenditure of $301,789.54 from the FY27 911 Training Grant and an appropriation of $360,000 for Hyman Fine Elementary School access road and parking repairs were up for votes. A third item proposed moving $130,000 from the Wastewater Enterprise Fund to cover utility obligations.

The June 25 session also included a public hearing on a temporary moratorium on data centers, along with hearings on traffic ordinance changes at Benefit Street and Oak Street and at Pleasant Street near the Stop & Shop. A Class II license application from Pete’s RV Center was also on the docket.

School Committee

The School Committee on June 22 expected to vote on the fiscal year 2027 budget and review an update on student restraint procedures. The superintendent’s evaluation was also on the agenda. Consent items included a field trip to the Hartt School of Music and acceptance of a shed donation from the Hyman Fine Elementary PTO. A second meeting on June 29, held entirely in executive session, dealt with collective bargaining or litigation strategy, while the committee agreed to accept $500 for Peter Thacher Early Learning Center and $10,000 from the A. Irvin Studley Elementary School PTO.

Planning Board and Conservation

Planning Board members on June 23 and June 30 discussed two zoning topics: cottage-style housing regulations and inclusionary zoning requirements. No votes were listed; the sessions were characterized as initial discussions.

On July 1, the Conservation Commission took up a new Notice of Intent from The Rupp Companies LLC at 401 South Main Street and a stormwater management plan for Keeper Bay Real Estate at 520 Pleasant Street. A certificate of compliance was scheduled for POAH Hebronville Mill, LLC. Commissioners also addressed enforcement orders on multiple properties and considered a light pollution ordinance.

Housing Authority

The Attleboro Housing Authority Board on June 25 was set to approve check warrants 407 and 408 with addendums, totaling $812,211.53 and $783,806.62 respectively. The board also planned to approve minutes from its April 23 regular meeting and hear an executive director report.

Other Boards

The Retirement Board held multiple meetings: a subcommittee on June 22 to discuss contract negotiations for the assistant executive director, a full board on June 24 to review investments and vote on a correction-of-error interest rate policy, and another session on June 29 to consider contracts for an executive assistant and assistant executive director, plus updates to personnel rules.

The Liquor Licensing Board on June 30 reviewed a manager change for Tavern in the Square, one-day alcohol permits for the Attleboro Arts Museum, Yankee Spirits, and the Capron Park Zoo’s Bites & Bevs event, as well as a farmers market beer permit for Canned Heat Craft Beer Co.

Coming Up

The Zoning Board of Appeals meets July 9 with public hearings on a Navigant Credit Union special permit at 221-251 Washington Street and a variance at 33 Carpenter Street. Continued hearings include a mixed-use project at 61 Union Street and elderly/handicapped housing at 496 Tiffany Street.

The Human Rights Council on July 7 will plan an anti-racism workshop at the public library on July 23 and coordinate Pride 2026 events, including a June 14 hike and June 27 picnic. The Elderly and/or Disabled Taxation Aid Committee meets July 9 to review its fund balance and donation outreach. The Election Commission convenes a routine monthly meeting on July 14.