East Bridgewater meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Select Board weighs $35 million school bond; boards tackle housing, water, and more

East Bridgewater officials are set to consider a $35 million bond for the Central Elementary School project, along with a slate of other items, but no decisions have been recorded yet. Minutes from recent meetings have not been published, so all actions remain pending.

Select Board

The Select Board's Aug. 10 agenda included a vote on a $35 million bond anticipation note for the Central Elementary School project, as well as approval of the sale of notes to J.P. Morgan. The board also discussed a proposed storage container by-law, Flock Safety license plate readers, a feasibility study for a public safety building, and a vote on retaining CustomOnline to investigate a fraudulent wire transfer. The board was also set to schedule the Special Town Meeting.

At a separate Aug. 12 meeting, the board cancelled a public hearing and held a discussion with Neptune Consulting on goals and priorities. The board is scheduled to meet again Aug. 24 to vote on extending the deadline for submitting warrant articles for the Oct. 5 Special Town Meeting, moving it from Aug. 24 to Aug. 31.

School Committee

The School Committee met Aug. 18 to vote on payroll and accounts payable warrants, the 2026-2027 meeting calendar, and a job title change from Behavior Specialist to Behavior Support Assistant. The agenda also included an employment agreement with Dr. Kostantinos Papathanasiou as School Physician and nominating delegates to the MASC Joint Conference on Nov. 6.

Planning Board

The Planning Board met Aug. 17 to hold a public hearing on the redevelopment of the Casa Loma site, discuss a possible data center by-law, and consider an amendment to the zoning by-law regarding containers. The board also reviewed a road bond reduction for Per's Path and a request to close an engineering account for 0 River Road Extension.

Other boards and meetings

• **Library Board of Trustees** (Aug. 10): Reviewed a budget adjustment for the Outreach Librarian, the ARIS report, a draft strategic plan, and a passport processing update.
• **Housing Authority** (Aug. 11): Discussed capital projects including septic system replacements, exterior balconies and stairwells, and security cameras at Riddell Road. The board also reviewed a United Elevator contract at $275 per month and year-end financial statements.
• **Arts Council** (Aug. 11): Outlined priorities for FY27 grants and reviewed grant agreements.
• **Historical Commission** (Aug. 10): Met with the owner of the Millett Studio at 54 Plymouth Street to review compliance with the demolition by-law and explore alternatives.
• **Central School Building Committee** (Aug. 13): Approved meeting minutes, project invoices, and a light well design option.
• **Recreation Commission** (Aug. 13): The Christmas Parade Committee discussed 2026 fundraising and parade planning.
• **Board of Health** (Aug. 17): Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum.
• **Wellness and Engagement Committee** (Aug. 12): Meeting cancelled.

Coming up

• **Conservation Commission** (Aug. 24): Public hearings on six notices of intent, including septic upgrades, an addition, and an accessory dwelling unit.
• **Water District Commission** (Aug. 25): Discussion of PFAS and microplastics, a dredge project, and a funding request to Senator Brady for FY27, including a $50,000 DCR stipend for FY26.
• **Planning Board** (Aug. 31): Special meeting on a proposed data center by-law amendment.
• **Select Board** (Sep. 3): Discussion with Neptune Consulting on goals and priorities.
• **Christmas Parade Committee** (Sep. 3): Continued planning for the 2026 parade and fundraising.

All meetings are open to the public. Check the town website for agendas and virtual access details.

East Bridgewater boards face full agenda: $35M school bond, wire transfer probe, and zoning changes

No decisions have been recorded from East Bridgewater board meetings held over the past two weeks, as minutes have not yet been published. The most consequential item on the horizon is a Select Board vote on a $35 million bond anticipation note for the Central Elementary School project.

Select Board

The Select Board met on Aug. 4 and Aug. 10, with agendas that included a vote on retaining CustomOnline to investigate a fraudulent wire transfer incident. At the Aug. 10 meeting, the board is scheduled to vote on the $35 million bond anticipation note for the Central Elementary School project and approve the sale of notes to J.P. Morgan. The board also discussed a proposed storage container by-law, Flock Safety cameras (license plate readers), and a feasibility study for a public safety building with the Public Safety Building Committee. A separate Aug. 12 meeting, held virtually, cancelled a public hearing and included a discussion with Neptune Consulting on board goals, priorities, and planning.

School Committee

The School Committee will meet Aug. 18 at the high school library. Agenda items include approval of payroll and accounts payable warrants, a change to the 2026-2027 meeting calendar (moving the Aug. 17, 2027 meeting to Aug. 24, 2027), an employment agreement with Dr. Kostantinos Papathanasiou as School Physician, a title change from Behavior Specialist to Behavior Support Assistant, and nomination of delegates to the MASC Joint Conference/Business Meeting on Nov. 6, 2026.

Planning Board

The Planning Board meets Aug. 17. The agenda includes a public hearing on the redevelopment of the Casa Loma site, possible adoption of a Data Center By-Law, a proposed amendment to the Zoning By-Law regarding containers, a road bond reduction for Per's Path, and a request to close engineering account #E218 for 0 River Road Extension.

Other boards

The Board of Health met Aug. 3 to consider local upgrade variances for disposal systems at 115 Spring St, 360 Crescent St, 32 Pleasant St, and 20 Country Farm Rd, and to discuss steps to withdraw from the HPHEG IMA. The Historical Commission cancelled its Aug. 3 meeting on the Millet Artist Studio demolition request but met Aug. 10 to review compliance with the demolition bylaw and alternatives. The Housing Authority met Aug. 11 to discuss septic system replacement, exterior balconies and stairwells, Riddell Road hallway security cameras, a United Elevator contract at $275.00 monthly, and year-end financial statements. The Library Board of Trustees reviewed a budget adjustment for the Outreach Librarian position. The Arts Council outlined FY27 grant priorities. The Agricultural Commission discussed Chapter 61A (agricultural land tax classification). The Recreation Commission's Christmas Parade Committee planned 2026 fundraising and parade details.

Cancellations

The Public Safety Building Committee cancelled its Aug. 4 meeting. The Wellness and Engagement Committee cancelled its Aug. 12 meeting. The Board of Health cancelled its Aug. 17 meeting due to lack of quorum.

Coming up

• **Aug. 17** – Planning Board: Casa Loma redevelopment, data center by-law, container by-law.
• **Aug. 18** – School Committee: warrants, calendar, job title changes.
• **Aug. 25** – Central Plymouth County Water District Commission: PFAS and microplastics discussion, dredge and fishing ladder update, funding request to Senator Brady.

East Bridgewater boards weigh wire transfer probe, septic variances; decisions pending

East Bridgewater town boards met over the past two weeks to consider items ranging from a potential investigation into a fraudulent wire transfer to septic system variances and revised zoning rules. Minutes from these meetings have not yet been published, so no decisions have been confirmed.

Select Board

The Select Board met on August 4 to discuss and potentially vote on retaining CustomOnline to investigate a fraudulent wire transfer incident. No vote tally or outcome is available because minutes have not been released.

Board of Health

On August 3, the Board of Health was scheduled to vote on four Local Upgrade Variances for disposal system construction at 115 Spring St, 360 Crescent St, 32 Pleasant St, and 20 Country Farm Rd. The board also planned to discuss and vote on steps to withdraw from the HPHEG IMA. No results are yet published.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission held hearings on July 27 for a residential addition at 248 Old Plymouth St, a septic upgrade at 62 Old Bedford Rd, and a continued hearing for 457 Bedford St to raze a home and build a two-family duplex. The commission also addressed Certificates of Compliance for 1044 Plymouth Street, 859 Union Street, and 1034 Plymouth Street, and discussed yard waste dumping at Hayward Rd.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals met on August 5 to vote on revised ZBA Rules and Regulations and the July 1, 2026 minutes. Members also discussed changes to Chapter 40A Section 10 Variance. No public hearings or pending applications were scheduled.

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission met on July 27 for its monthly meeting, which included a cancelled public hearing. The agenda covered annual reorganization, a payment for the balance of a D-2 purchase through a gift account, the Millet Artist Studio at 54 Plymouth Street, graveyard repairs, and historical marker cleanup. A follow-up meeting scheduled for August 3 to discuss a demolition request for the Millet Artist Studio was cancelled, so no action was taken on that request.

Other meetings

• The Central Plymouth County Water District Advisory Board met on July 30 to interview and vote on appointing Judith George as Commissioner for a term ending February 2029. Minutes are pending.
• The Patriotic Activities Committee met on August 3 to discuss the upcoming Veterans Day Parade.
• The Public Safety Building Committee cancelled its August 4 meeting; no decisions were made.

Coming up

• **Arts Council** – August 11: Regular monthly meeting to outline priorities for FY27 grants, review grant agreements, and vote on member applications if applicable.
• **Select Board** – August 12 (virtual): The board will cancel a public hearing and discuss goals, priorities, and planning with Neptune Consulting. A request will be sent to the town clerk to post a public notice.
• **School Committee** – August 18: Approval of the 2026-2027 meeting calendar, including a public budget presentation scheduled for March 16, 2027, and a re-organization meeting set for May 25, 2027.

East Bridgewater roundup: No confirmed decisions yet as boards set key votes for August

East Bridgewater boards and committees met throughout late July, but with minutes not yet published for any recent meeting, no decisions are confirmed in the public record. The most consequential items are scheduled for this week, including Board of Health votes on disposal system variances and withdrawal from a regional agreement, and a Select Board vote on hiring a firm to investigate a fraudulent wire transfer.

Board of Health

The Board of Health's July 20 meeting was cancelled with no agenda items. A meeting scheduled for August 3 includes votes on four local upgrade variances for disposal system construction: 26-42 at 115 Spring St, 26-43 at 360 Crescent St, 26-45 at 32 Pleasant St, and 26-47 at 20 Country Farm Rd. The board will also discuss and vote on steps to withdraw from the HPHEG IMA.

Planning Board

The Planning Board's July 20 agenda listed Form A applications for 425/437 Winter Street and 0 Plymouth Street, discussion of dumpster regulation, acceptance of Southridge Phase V road, a road bond reduction for Per's Path, and redevelopment of the Casa Loma site. An abutter notification request for 736 Crescent St/Mill Rd and follow-up on street lighting for Layla Estates were also listed. Minutes have not been published.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission scheduled hearings on July 27 for a 248 Old Plymouth St addition, a 62 Old Bedford Rd septic upgrade, and a continued hearing for 457 Bedford St to raze a home and build a 2-family duplex. Certificates of Compliance were listed for 1044 Plymouth Street, 859 Union Street, and 1034 Plymouth Street. Yard waste dumping at Hayward Rd was also on the agenda.

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Advisory Committee met July 21 with agenda items including speed concerns on Flint and Summit streets presented by Richard Feroli, engineering evaluations for all-way stop controls at Bridge Street and Plymouth Street, an update on West Union Street radar deployment, and approval of May 16, 2026 minutes.

Other July meetings

• **Public Safety Building Committee (July 21):** Review of presentations and interviews from July 17, 2026, and identification of top three firms.
• **Historical Commission (July 27):** Annual reorganization, payment for balance of D-2 purchase through gift account, Millet Artist Studio at 54 Plymouth Street, graveyard repairs, and historical marker cleanup.
• **Central Plymouth County Water District Advisory Board (July 30):** Scheduled to interview and vote on appointment of Judith George as CPCWDC Commissioner for term ending February 2029, and approve February 5, 2026 minutes.
• **School Committee (July 21):** Cancelled at the June 16, 2026 meeting; no business conducted.

Coming up

• **August 3 — Board of Health:** Votes on four disposal system variances and HPHEG IMA termination steps.
• **August 3 — Historical Commission:** Meeting cancelled; demolition request for Millet Artist Studio at 54 Plymouth Street not acted upon.
• **August 3 — Patriotic Activities Committee:** Discussion of Veterans Day Parade.
• **August 4 — Select Board:** Vote on retaining CustomOnline for a fraudulent wire transfer investigation.
• **August 4 — Public Safety Building Committee:** Meeting cancelled.
• **August 5 — Zoning Board of Appeals:** Vote on revised ZBA Rules and Regulations and July 1, 2026 minutes; discussion on Chapter 40A Section 10 Variance.
• **August 11 — Arts Council:** Outline priorities for FY27 grants.
• **August 12 — Select Board (virtual):** Discussion with Neptune Consulting on goals, priorities, and planning; public hearing cancelled.

East Bridgewater Roundup: Swan Property Purchase, Landfill Contract, Housing Authority Plan on July Agendas

East Bridgewater boards and committees covered a busy two weeks of meetings from July 6 through July 17, 2026. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of these sessions, all items below reflect what was scheduled on agendas — not confirmed outcomes. Residents should watch for posted minutes to verify what was ultimately decided.

Select Board: Swan Property Purchase and Staff Contracts

The Select Board's July 13 agenda included a discussion and possible vote on purchasing the Swan Property, which could lead to a special town meeting and election. The board was also scheduled to sign contracts with Karen Urbec, Director of Library Services, and Michael McLaughlin, Deputy Police Chief, both running July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. Other agenda items included appointing Casey Arsenault as Inspector of Animals, a one-day liquor license request for Professional Bartending Service, LLC at The Center at Sachem Rock, 355 Plymouth Street, and discussion on Bill H. 5130 relative to liquor licenses in East Bridgewater.

On July 10, two Select Board members were scheduled to tour Central Cemetery at 170 Central Street for informational purposes, with no deliberations or votes planned during the visit.

Board of Health: Landfill Monitoring and Bridgewater MOU

The Board of Health's July 6 agenda included a vote on a $26,850 professional services invoice from Brown and Caldwell for landfill monitoring, and a $310.37 supplies invoice from Amazon Capital Services. The board was also set to consider a memorandum of understanding with the Bridgewater Board of Health to serve as health agents for each town at no expense. Additional agenda items included discussion and a vote on steps to withdraw from the HPHEG IMA, and approval of local upgrade variances for six properties: 26 Stevens Court, 34 Rolling Hills, 89 Anna Drive, 62 Old Bedford Rd, 1278 Central Street, and 100 Maple Ave.

Housing Authority: FY2027 Annual Plan and Capital Projects

The Housing Authority held a public hearing July 14 at 38 Riddell Road on its FY2027 Annual Plan, including a proposed 3-year Capital Improvement Plan and Maintenance and Repair Plan. The agenda listed a CFA #5001 Formula Funding FY2029 Amendment #14 Paving project at $721,162.80, septic system replacement for units 667-3, 689, and 705, exterior water main replacement on Riddell Road, and repaving and parking expansion on Prospect Street.

Finance Committee: Reserve and Relief Transfers

The Finance Committee's July 13 meeting included votes on reserve fund transfers and municipal relief transfers, along with a limited public comment period restricted to agenda topics.

School Committee: Bargaining Strategy Sessions

Two Bargaining Subcommittee meetings were scheduled July 9, both in executive session and closed to the public, to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the East Bridgewater Education Association.

Central School Building Committee

The committee's July 14 Zoom meeting included approval of June 30, 2026 minutes, project invoices, and three SBC members for prequalification participation, plus a budget and schedule update from the owner's project manager and a designer work plan overview.

Public Safety Building Committee

A subcommittee met July 17 to interview up to nine firms competing for a Public Safety Building Feasibility Study, with discussion to follow. No votes were scheduled.

Other Meetings

The Board of Assessors reviewed routine monthly documents and discussed the Bedford Street Property and an Attainment ATB case on July 13. The Library Board of Trustees discussed the director's contract and an FY2026 statistical and financial review. The Arts Council handled end-of-fiscal-year paperwork and grant agreements on July 14. The Wellness and Engagement Committee met July 8 for routine administrative items.

Coming Up

• **July 20 — Planning Board:** Form A applications for 425/437 Winter Street and 0 Plymouth Street, dumpster regulation discussion, Southridge Phase V road acceptance, road bond reduction for Per's Path, and Casa Loma site redevelopment.
• **July 20 — Board of Health:** Meeting cancelled, no items scheduled.
• **July 21 — Public Safety Building Committee:** Review of July 17 firm interviews; subcommittee to present top three firms.
• **July 21 — Traffic Advisory Committee:** All-way stop control evaluations for Bridge Street and Plymouth Street, West Union Street radar deployment update, and speed concerns on Flint and Summit streets presented by Richard Feroli.
• **July 21 — School Committee:** Meeting cancelled per June 16, 2026 vote.
• **August 3 — Patriotic Activities Committee:** Discussion of the Veterans Day Parade.

East Bridgewater Roundup: School Project Advances, Health Board Tackles Landfill Costs and Shared Services

The Central School Building Committee was scheduled to vote on submitting 60% construction documents to the Massachusetts School Building Authority, while the Board of Health had a $26,850 landfill monitoring invoice and a shared-services agreement with Bridgewater on its agenda. All recent meetings listed below are agenda-only — minutes have not yet been published, so items reflect what boards planned to take up, not confirmed outcomes.

Central School Building Committee (June 30)

The committee's agenda included votes to approve project alternates, accept value engineering items, and submit 60% construction documents to the MSBA. Members were also scheduled to hear a presentation on light well design options, discuss the Owner's Project Manager invoice approval procedure, and receive a pre-construction update from the construction manager. A follow-up meeting is set for July 14 via Zoom, with project invoices, a budget and schedule update, and a designer work plan overview on the agenda.

Board of Health (July 1 and July 6)

The Board of Health had two meetings scheduled in the past two weeks. The July 6 agenda listed a vote to approve a $26,850 professional services invoice from Brown and Caldwell for landfill monitoring covering April 24–June 11, 2026. Also scheduled: approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bridgewater Board of Health under which each town would serve as the other's health agent at no cost, and a discussion and vote on steps to withdraw from the HPHEG Intermunicipal Agreement.

The July 6 agenda also included local upgrade variances for six properties: 26 Stevens Court, 34 Rolling Hills, 89 Anna Drive, 62 Old Bedford Rd, 1278 Central Street, and 100 Maple Ave. A $310.37 supplies invoice from Amazon Capital Services was listed for approval. The July 1 agenda covered overlapping items, including variances at 26 Stevens Court (owner: Robert Tricomi) and 34 Rolling Hills (owner: Jeffery Weinstein).

Regional Economic Development (June 30)

The Old Colony Planning Council's Economic Development Commission was scheduled to meet in East Bridgewater. Town Administrator Charles Seeling was slated to present on East Bridgewater's economic development strategies as a case study. Members were to vote on adding projects to the CEDS Priority Projects List, with updates on the Whitman Downtown Master Plan and commission membership also on the agenda.

Zoning Board of Appeals (July 1)

The ZBA agenda included a vote on revised ZBA Rules and Regulations and approval of meeting minutes from November 5, 2025 and December 10, 2025. No public hearings or pending applications were listed.

Other Recent Meetings

The School Committee's Bargaining Subcommittee met in executive session July 9 to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the East Bridgewater Education Association. The Wellness and Engagement Committee met July 8 to approve June 10 minutes and discuss wellness initiatives. Two Select Board members conducted a site visit to Central Cemetery at 170 Central Street on July 10; no deliberations or votes were scheduled.

Coming Up

• **July 13 — Finance Committee:** Votes on reserve fund transfers and municipal relief transfers.
• **July 13 — Select Board:** Potential purchase of the Swan Property; contracts for Karen Urbec as Director of Library Services and Michael McLaughlin as Deputy Police Chief (both July 1, 2026–June 30, 2029); appointment of Casey Arsenault as Inspector of Animals; one-day liquor license request for The Center at Sachem Rock, 355 Plymouth Street.
• **July 13 — Board of Assessors:** Monthly meeting with discussion of the Bedford Street Property and an Attainment ATB case update.
• **July 13 — Library Board of Trustees:** Director's contract discussion and FY2026 statistical and financial review.
• **July 14 — Housing Authority:** Public hearing on the FY2027 Annual Plan at 38 Riddell Road, including a proposed 3-year Capital Improvement Plan and a $721,162.80 paving amendment.
• **July 14 — Central School Building Committee:** Regular Zoom meeting with project invoice approvals and budget update.
• **July 14 — Arts Council:** End-of-fiscal-year paperwork and grant agreements.
• **July 21 — School Committee:** Meeting cancelled at the June 16, 2026 session. No business will be conducted.

East Bridgewater Roundup: Police Chief Appointment, School Construction Vote, and Health Agent Sharing on Tap

East Bridgewater boards and committees covered a wide range of business over the past two weeks, from a new police chief appointment to school construction milestones and septic variances. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, the items below reflect what was scheduled on each agenda, not confirmed outcomes. Residents should consult official minutes once released for final votes and figures.

Select Board: Police Chief, Ambulance Abatements, ARPA Committee

The Select Board's June 22 agenda included appointing Michael Jenkins as Police Chief for a term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. The board was also scheduled to approve ambulance billing abatements totaling $54,109.68, disband the ARPA Committee, and approve a liquor license for MK10 Summer Fest on August 22, 2026. More than 30 reappointments to town boards and committees were also listed.

Central School Building Committee: 60% Construction Documents

On June 30, the Central School Building Committee was set to vote on submitting 60% construction documents to the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA). Additional scheduled votes included approving project alternates and accepting value engineering items. The agenda also included a presentation of light well design options, a discussion of OPM invoice approval procedures, and a pre-construction update from the construction manager.

Board of Health: Landfill Monitoring, Bridgewater MOU, Septic Variances

The Board of Health's July 1 agenda featured a vote to approve a $26,850 invoice to Brown and Caldwell for landfill monitoring covering April 24 through June 11, 2026. The board was also scheduled to consider a Memorandum of Understanding with Bridgewater's Board of Health to share health agent services at no cost, vote on termination steps for the HPHEG IMA, and approve local upgrade variances for septic systems at 26 Stevens Court (owner: Robert Tricomi) and 34 Rolling Hills (owner: Jeffery Weinstein).

A second Board of Health meeting is scheduled for July 6 (see Coming Up).

Conservation Commission: Duplex, Pool, and Compliance Items

The Conservation Commission's June 22 agenda included hearings on a pool and patio project at 95 Hayward Rd and a proposal to demolish a home and construct a two-family duplex at 457 Bedford St. The board also planned to process an Emergency Certification for 9 Beaver Village Way, Certificates of Compliance for 757 Central St, 713 Bridge St, and 95 Eliab Latham Way, and an accessory dwelling unit inquiry for 784 Plymouth St.

Historical Commission: Demolition Request at 479 Central Street

The Historical Commission scheduled a public hearing on a demolition request for 479 Central Street. Other agenda items included an update on the Millet Artist Studio at 54 Plymouth Street, graveyard repairs, historical marker cleanup, and consideration of purchasing a D-2 marker.

School Committee: Business Administrator Contract

On June 23, the School Committee planned to meet in executive session to discuss negotiation strategy with the School Business Administrator, then reconvene in open session for a potential vote on an employment contract.

Zoning Board of Appeals: Revised Rules

The ZBA's July 1 agenda included a vote on revised ZBA Rules and Regulations and approval of meeting minutes from November 5, 2025 and December 10, 2025. No public hearings or pending applications were listed.

Regional Planning: Economic Development and Officer Elections

Several Town Clerk postings covered Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) meetings. On June 24, the OCPC joint committee was set to elect FY26 Council Officers and approve prior minutes. On June 30, the OCPC Economic Development Commission scheduled a vote on adding projects to the CEDS Priority Projects List, with a presentation by Town Administrator Charles Seeling on East Bridgewater's economic development strategies. An update on the Whitman Downtown Master Plan was also on the agenda.

Coming Up

• **July 6 — Board of Health:** Votes scheduled on the $26,850 landfill monitoring invoice, the Bridgewater health agent MOU, HPHEG IMA withdrawal, and local upgrade variances for six properties.
• **July 8 — Wellness and Engagement Committee:** Routine administrative meeting; no policy votes.
• **July 9 — School Committee Bargaining Subcommittee:** Executive session on collective bargaining strategy with the East Bridgewater Education Association; closed to the public.
• **July 14 — Arts Council:** End-of-fiscal-year paperwork, grant agreements, and new member applications.
• **July 14 — Housing Authority:** Public hearing on the FY2027 Annual Plan at 38 Riddell Road, covering a 3-year Capital Improvement Plan, maintenance plan, operating budget, and EOHLC regulation waivers.

East Bridgewater Select Board appoints new police chief, approves $54K in ambulance abatements

The East Bridgewater Select Board appointed Michael Jenkins as the town’s next police chief this week, marking one of several notable actions taken by local boards and commissions. The board also approved tens of thousands of dollars in ambulance billing abatements and disbanded a pandemic-relief committee, while other bodies advanced school construction plans and adopted new zoning rules.

Select Board

At its June 22 meeting, the Select Board appointed Michael Jenkins as police chief for a three-year term running July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. The board also voted to approve ambulance billing abatements totaling $54,109.68 and disband the ARPA Committee, which had overseen spending of federal pandemic aid. In a series of administrative moves, members approved a one-day liquor license for the MK10 Summer Fest scheduled for August 22, and reappointed more than 30 residents to various town boards and committees.

Board of Health

On July 1, the Board of Health approved a memorandum of understanding with the Bridgewater Board of Health to share health agent services at no cost to either town. Members also voted to begin steps to terminate the HPHEG IMA, a regional public health agreement, and approved a $26,850 professional services invoice from Brown and Caldwell for landfill monitoring between April 24 and June 11, 2026. The board granted local upgrade variances for septic systems at 26 Stevens Court (owner Robert Tricomi) and 34 Rolling Hills (owner Jeffery Weinstein).

School Building Project

The Central School Building Committee voted to include project alternates and submit 60% construction documents to the Massachusetts School Building Authority at its June 30 meeting. The committee also heard a presentation on light well design options and reviewed pre-construction updates from the construction manager. The panel discussed how the owner’s project manager will handle invoice approvals, setting up procedures for the next phase of the school renovation project.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals adopted revised rules and regulations during its July 1 meeting. The board also approved meeting minutes from November 5 and December 10, 2025. No public hearings were on the agenda.

In other recent business

The Historical Commission held a public hearing on a demolition request for 479 Central Street and received updates on the Millet Artist Studio at 54 Plymouth Street, graveyard repairs, and historical marker cleanup. The Conservation Commission reviewed proposals for a pool and patio at 95 Hayward Road and a duplex at 457 Bedford Street, while processing certificates of compliance for several properties. The School Committee met in executive session on June 23 to discuss a potential employment contract for the school business administrator, though no public vote was immediately reported.

Coming up

• **July 14** – The Housing Authority will hold a public hearing on its FY2027 annual plan at 38 Riddell Road, covering a three-year capital improvement plan, maintenance and repair plans, and policy reviews.
• **July 6** – The Board of Health is scheduled to vote on another $26,850 landfill monitoring invoice from Brown and Caldwell, approve local upgrade variances for six additional properties, and finalize its mutual aid agreement with the Bridgewater Board of Health.
• **July 9** – The School Committee’s Bargaining Subcommittee will meet in executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the East Bridgewater Education Association.
• **July 14** – The Arts Council will review end-of-year paperwork, grant agreements, and new member applications.
• **July 8** – The Wellness and Engagement Committee will discuss upcoming wellness initiatives and set its meeting schedule.