Dartmouth meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Dartmouth boards hold hearings, no decisions yet; housing and infrastructure on tap

No decisions have been reported from Dartmouth's recent board meetings, as minutes have not yet been published. The coming weeks include several consequential items, including a 300-unit housing proposal, a $5,000 monitoring amendment, and the September 1 state primary.

Recent meetings (Aug 10–18)

All recent meetings were agenda-only; no votes or outcomes are available.

• **Planning Board (Aug 10)** – Public hearing on a special permit for 813 State Road; two Approval Not Required plans (16 Rebecca Road, 0 Jason Drive); discussion of the Dartmouth Future Zoning initiative.
• **Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Tech School Committee (Aug 11)** – Agenda included a vote to authorize the treasurer to borrow in anticipation of revenue, approval of the 2026/2027 strategic plan, and a first reading of the employee handbook. An executive session covered union negotiations.
• **Board of Library Trustees (Aug 11)** – Reviewed Southworth asbestos removal, North Branch landscaping, and a capital plan feasibility study.
• **Community Preservation Committee (Aug 11)** – Reviewed a Paskamansett Valley proposal, grant agreement conditions for June Town Meeting projects, and the FY26 financial report.
• **Fire District #1 Prudential Committee (Aug 12)** – Discussed station renovation, construction change orders, and advance payments.
• **Zoning Board of Appeals (Aug 13)** – Public hearings on a use variance for a 9-unit townhouse at 200 Cross Road, a variance to subdivide 484 Russells Mills Road, and a special permit for a garage at 54 Barneys Joy Road. Deliberations were scheduled on two comprehensive permits: 156 units at 498 Old Westport Road and 300 units at 0 Hathaway Road.
• **Appointing Committee (Aug 14)** – Interviewed five candidates for Dartmouth's representative to the regional vocational school committee.
• **Russells Mills Historic District Commission (Aug 17)** – Executive session on litigation in *Buzzards Bay Coalition v. Commission*.
• **Pathways Committee (Aug 18)** – Reviewed MassDOT projects including Slocum Road resurfacing and Cross Road corridor improvements.
• **Board of Parks & Recreation (Aug 18)** – Agenda was blank; no items listed.
• **Board of Registrar of Voters (Aug 18)** – Tested ballots and voting machines for the Sept. 1 primary.
• **Conservation Commission (Aug 18)** – Public hearings on four Notices of Intent, including new basketball courts and parking expansion at UMass Dartmouth (285 Old Westport Road), and continued hearings for a car dealership, an apartment complex, and a single-family home.

Upcoming meetings

• **Housing Authority (Aug 24)** – Review FY2026 year-end reports, approve a wage match, and address collection losses: $2,369.00 at 39 Sol E Mar Lane and $310.69 at 7C Anderson Way. Also a $3,000 fee accountant for the SEM Sewer Project.
• **Fire District #3 (Aug 25)** – Approve insurance renewal documents, renew a contract with Ricoh USA, and approve an emergency repair with ATD Mechanical Services for Station 1 water piping and booster pumps.
• **School Committee Policy Subcommittee (Aug 25)** – Review policies on physical restraint, support services, and facilities.
• **Water Quality Advisory Committee (Aug 25)** – Learn about watershed assessments and the upcoming Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan.
• **Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District (Aug 27)** – Ratify warrants 24-26, I-27, 2-27, and 3-27; receive a land use analysis update from SRPEDD; executive session on contract negotiations.
• **Board of Public Works (Aug 27)** – Approve a $5,000 amendment for Cedar Dell monitoring (AECOM), water/sewer abatements for 8 Cherry Street, 116 Frank Street, and 257 Russells Mills Road, and a $6,500 CWMP IFE (Connico).
• **Transfer Station Subcommittee (Aug 28)** – Executive session on real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value.
• **Board of Registrar of Voters (Aug 29–31)** – Advance processing of early voted ballots at Town Offices, 400 Slocum Road. Observers must register by email.
• **Board of Registrar of Voters (Sep 1)** – State primary, 7:00 AM–8:00 PM at nine polling places. Offices include Governor, Congress, and local seats.

Coming up

• **Aug 24** – Housing Authority (FY2026 reports, collection losses)
• **Aug 27** – Board of Public Works ($5,000 monitoring amendment, abatements)
• **Sep 1** – State Primary (polls open 7 AM–8 PM)

Dartmouth boards review utility rates, housing proposals; no decisions published yet

Over the past two weeks, Dartmouth town boards met to review utility rates, housing applications, and school borrowing, but none of the meetings have published minutes yet, so no final decisions are on record. The most consequential items on the table include a $25,000 contract amendment for lake monitoring, a 300-unit housing development, and a vote to authorize school borrowing.

Utility rates and public works

The Select Board and Board of Public Works held a joint meeting Aug. 3 to review water, sewer, and solid waste rates for FY2027. The boards also considered an affordable homebuyer assistance application for 21 Evergreen Street and interviewed candidates for Board of Public Works positions. Separately, the Board of Public Works considered a $25,000 professional engineering services amendment for Cedar Dell Lake monitoring with AECOM. No votes were recorded in the agendas.

Housing and development

The Zoning Board of Appeals met Aug. 13 to hear several applications, including a use variance for a 9-unit townhouse at 200 Cross Road, a variance to subdivide 484 Russells Mills Road, and a special permit for a garage at 54 Barneys Joy Road. The board also deliberated on two comprehensive permits: a 156-unit rental development at 498 Old Westport Road and a 300-unit development at 0 Hathaway Road. These were listed as deliberations, not final votes.

The Conservation Commission held hearings Aug. 4 on a commercial auto dealership at 0 State Rd, a multi-family apartment complex at 810 State Rd, and two residential projects. All were continued hearings or new hearings, with no decisions published.

Schools

The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Committee met Aug. 11 and voted on authorizing the treasurer to borrow in anticipation of revenue, approving the 2026/2027 district strategic plan, and adopting the employee handbook. The agenda also included a vote on a new cafeteria pay scale. Minutes are not yet available, so vote tallies are not known. The committee also held an executive session on negotiations with Teamsters Union #59 and GNBEU (Unit A).

Other boards

The Board of Library Trustees reviewed Southworth asbestos removal, North Branch landscaping, and a capital plan feasibility study. The Community Preservation Committee reviewed a Paskamansett Valley proposal and grant conditions for June Town Meeting projects. Fire District #1 and #2 prudential committees approved payroll and vendor warrants, with no amounts listed. The Dartmouth Appointing Committee interviewed five candidates for the regional vocational school committee seat.

Coming up

• **Aug. 18** – Conservation Commission will hear a new proposal for three basketball courts and parking expansion at UMass Dartmouth, plus continued hearings on the auto dealership, apartment complex, and a single-family home.
• **Aug. 18** – Board of Registrar of Voters will test ballots and voting machines for the Sept. 1 primary.
• **Aug. 24** – Housing Authority will review FY2026 year-end reports, approve a wage match, and discuss collection losses of $2,369.00 and $310.69.
• **Aug. 29–31** – Early voted ballots will be opened and deposited at Town Offices, 400 Slocum Road. Observers must register by email to Clerk@town.dartmouth.ma.us.

Dartmouth boards weigh housing, utility rates, and septic variances

Over the past two weeks, Dartmouth boards and committees met to consider a range of items, from large housing proposals to utility rates and septic variances. All meetings were agenda-only, with minutes not yet published, so no decisions are confirmed.

Housing and development

The Zoning Board of Appeals deliberated on a Comprehensive Permit for 156 rental units (including 39 affordable) at 498 Old Westport Road and held a public hearing for a 300-unit residential development at 0 Hathaway Road. The board also heard variance requests for a barn at 367 Old Westport Road, a lot subdivision at 484 Russells Mills Road, and a driveway at 38 Bliss Street.

The Planning Board reviewed a site plan for 810 State Road and discussed future zoning and a fall ballot question. It also considered the appointment of Tim Barber as DPW Director.

The Affordable Housing Trust reviewed a homebuyer assistance application for 21 Evergreen Street.

The Conservation Commission held continued hearings for a commercial auto dealership at 0 State Road and a multi-family apartment complex at 810 State Road, plus new hearings for a single-family home and gravel road extension at 0 Gulf Road, a home with pool and driveway at 10 Featherbed Lane, and a garage reconstruction at 54 Barneys Joy Road.

Utilities and infrastructure

The Select Board and Board of Public Works held a joint meeting to review FY2027 water, sewer, and solid waste rates. The Board of Public Works also considered a $25,000 professional engineering services amendment for Cedar Dell Lake Monitoring with AECOM.

The Dartmouth Housing Authority reviewed balcony improvement bids for Munroe Terrace, with a low bid of $48,800 from Mr V General Contractor LLC, and noted a collection loss of $1,383.00 at 11 Sol E Mar Lane.

The Pathways Committee discussed MassDOT projects including Slocum Road resurfacing and corridor improvements on Cross Road, Hawthorn Street, Dartmouth Street, Faunce Corner Road, and Route 6, and planned outreach for a Safe Routes to School bike rodeo on August 22.

Health and environment

The Board of Health considered a variance request from Title V regulations for a septic system at 298 Potomska Road, reviewed temporary animal permits for properties on Linden Avenue and Alden Avenue, and discussed a proposed 2027 tobacco permit fee and composting regulation revisions.

The Water Quality Advisory Committee held an organizational meeting to review a proposed mission statement and assign sub-groups; no votes were scheduled.

Public works and appointments

The Board of Public Works interviewed candidates for open board positions on July 29 and again on August 3, when it also introduced a new DPW Business Manager. The Planning Board separately considered appointing Tim Barber as DPW Director.

The Dartmouth Fire District 1 Building Committee met twice to review invoices and construction updates for the fire district building project. Fire District #2's Prudential Committee approved July 2026 payroll and vendor warrants.

Other boards

The Board of Assessors reviewed FY27 revaluation updates and planned executive sessions on abatements, exemptions, and Appellate Tax Board matters.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days.

Dartmouth Boards Tackle Housing Permits, Water Rates, and Wetland Hearings in Busy Mid-July Stretch

Dartmouth's town boards and committees covered a wide range of business in mid-July, from a 156-unit housing proposal to water rate discussions and wetland development hearings. All meetings listed below were scheduled with published agendas; minutes have not yet been released, so outcomes and vote tallies are not yet available.

Board of Appeals Reviews 156-Unit Sherbrooke Farms Proposal

The Zoning Board of Appeals was scheduled July 9 to continue reviewing Comprehensive Permit ZCMP-25-2, the Sherbrooke Farms project proposing 156 rental units — including 39 affordable — on approximately 81.80 acres at 498 Old Westport Road in the Single Residence B District. The agenda listed multiple zoning waivers associated with the project. The board was also set to hold a public hearing on Special Permit ZSP-25-6 for a 576-square-foot addition to a non-conforming structure at 8 Bonneau Court in the General Residence District, and to review minutes for Comprehensive Permit ZCMP-25-1 at 970 Tucker Road.

Select Board Addresses Rates, Licenses, and $93,000 Transfer

The Select Board's July 13 agenda included discussion of FY27 water, sewer, and solid waste rates, along with several license applications: an aquaculture license for Jack Condon, an all-alcohol package store license for Lofberg Marketplace LLC d/b/a Farm and Coast Market, and a transfer of a wine and malt beverage package store license to Davoll's General Store. The agenda listed a line-item transfer of $93,000.00 for Medicare Payroll Tax and $8,000.00 for Finance Director Expenses, plus a professional engineer consultant contract for David Hickox.

Conservation Commission Holds Wetland Hearings

The Conservation Commission scheduled three public hearings July 7 for projects near protected wetlands and flood zones: a commercial auto dealership at 0 State Road near a wetland buffer, a convenience store and gas station at 411 Faunce Corner Road near a stream buffer, and a 500-gallon propane tank with stormwater systems at 65 Victoria Street. The agenda also included wetland determinations for septic repairs at 333 Rock O'Dundee and 22 Southwind Way, and approval of a UMass Dartmouth research project at 0 Nonquitt Road.

Board of Public Works and Water Rates

The Board of Public Works met jointly with the Select Board on July 13 to discuss FY27 water and sewer rates, a Smart Rates program, and the retirement of Mark Phaneuf. A separate July 22 meeting is scheduled to vote on FY27 water and sewer rates and FY27 SMART rates.

Planning Board, Agricultural Commission, and Other Boards

The Planning Board scheduled a July 13 public hearing on Special Permit application PSP-25-2 for 813 State Road, an ongoing discussion on Dartmouth Future Zoning, and the appointment of Susan Murray. The Agricultural Commission on July 7 was set to review farm stand permit applications and discuss a 5-acre lot vesting issue. The Board of Assessors planned FY27 revaluation updates and a discussion on drones for July 9, with executive sessions on abatements, exemptions, and Appellate Tax Board matters. The Finance Committee was scheduled to review FY26 line-item transfers.

Boards with Sparse or Illegible Agendas

Fire District #1 Prudential Committee met July 8 with no specific agenda items discernible, and again July 15 with an agenda described as largely illegible due to scanning artifacts. No substantive items could be identified from either notice.

Coming Up

• **July 20 — School Committee:** Vote on updated Student Handbook, surplus equipment vote, and SEPAC parent survey discussion.
• **July 21 — Conservation Commission (Zoom):** Continued hearings on a commercial auto dealership at 0 State Road, a convenience store and gas station at 411 Faunce Corner Road, a multi-family apartment complex at 810 State Road, and a new hearing on a 266-foot pile-supported dock and float system at 21 Rockland Farm in Clark's Cove.
• **July 22 — Board of Public Works:** Vote on FY27 water and sewer rates and SMART rates; consideration of engineering contracts totaling $97,400 (Weston & Sampson, 579 Old Westport Road) and $90,530 (Woodard & Curran, sewer pump station SCADA upgrade); tree-removal hearing at 9 Galleon Drive.
• **July 27 — Housing Authority:** Review of balcony improvement bids at Munroe Terrace (low bid from Mr V General Contractor LLC, $48,800), a collection loss of $1,383.00 at 11 Sol E Mar Lane, and the FY2027 Annual Plan.
• **July 31 — Fire District 1 Building Committee:** Review of invoice and payment requests, construction schedule, and change orders.

Dartmouth boards weigh major housing proposals, wetland projects, and FY27 rates

Dartmouth's boards spent the first two weeks of July reviewing large housing developments, wetland-adjacent commercial projects, and property revaluation updates — but because minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, no decisions can be confirmed from the available agendas. The most consequential items on the table were two Chapter 40B housing proposals totaling more than 450 units.

Zoning Board of Appeals: Two major housing hearings

The Board of Appeals held or scheduled public hearings on two large residential developments. A Chapter 40B comprehensive permit would allow a 300-unit residential development at 0 Hathaway Road. Separately, the board continued its review of Comprehensive Permit ZCMP-25-2 for the Sherbrooke Farms project, which proposes 156 rental units — including 39 affordable — on approximately 81.80 acres at 498 Old Westport Road in the Single Residence B District, with multiple zoning waivers.

The board also scheduled a public hearing on Special Permit ZSP-25-6 for a 576-square-foot addition to a non-conforming structure at 8 Bonneau Court, and a setback variance for a 30-by-50-foot barn at 367 Old Westport Road. Review of minutes for Comprehensive Permit ZCMP-25-1 at 970 Tucker Road was also listed.

Conservation Commission: Three wetland-area hearings

The Conservation Commission held public hearings on three development proposals near protected wetlands and flood zones: a commercial auto dealership at 0 State Road near a wetland buffer, a convenience store and gas station at 411 Faunce Corner Road near a stream buffer, and a 500-gallon propane tank with stormwater systems at 65 Victoria Street.

The commission also listed wetland determinations for septic repairs at 333 Rock O'Dundee and 22 Southwind Way, and approval of a UMass Dartmouth research project at 0 Nonquitt Road.

Board of Assessors: FY27 revaluation and drone discussion

The Board of Assessors met twice, on July 2 and July 9, receiving updates on the FY27 property revaluation. The July 9 agenda added a discussion on the use of drones. Both meetings included executive sessions on abatements, exemptions, and Appellate Tax Board matters, plus routine approval of minutes and payment of bills.

Finance Committee: FY26 line-item transfers

The Finance Committee reviewed FY26 line-item transfers and approval of available minutes, with a provision for items not known 48 hours before the meeting.

Other boards and commissions

The Historical Commission reviewed demolition and exterior renovation requests, including a garage replacement at 54 Barneys Joy Road, siding and window installations at 88 Hancock Street, siding replacement at 183 State Road, Hardie clapboard installation at 304 Hixville Road, a demolition request for 37 Middle Street, and approval of historical plaques for Elm Street and Narragansett Street.

The Agricultural Commission reviewed farm stand permit applications, discussed a 5-acre lot vesting issue, and considered commission bylaws or policies.

The Board of Health met July 1 with no specific agenda items listed. Fire District #1's Prudential Committee met July 8 with no discernible agenda items.

Coming up

Several consequential meetings are scheduled in the next two weeks:

• **July 13 — Select Board:** Public hearings on an aquaculture license for Jack Condon, an all-alcohol package store license for Lofberg Marketplace LLC (d/b/a Farm and Coast Market), and a wine and malt license transfer to Davoll's General Store. Also: FY27 water, sewer, and solid waste rates; a professional engineer contract for David Hickox; and line-item transfers of $93,000.00 for Medicare payroll tax and $8,000.00 for Finance Director expenses.
• **July 13 — Board of Public Works (joint with Select Board):** FY27 water and sewer rates, including a Smart Rates program, and a retirement for Mark Phaneuf.
• **July 13 — Planning Board:** Public hearing on Special Permit PSP-25-2 for 813 State Road, ongoing Dartmouth Future Zoning discussion, and appointment of Susan Murray.
• **July 13 — Fire District #2 Prudential Committee:** June 2026 payroll and vendor warrants, plus shipping, warranty, and sale details for Engine #5.
• **July 14 — Board of Parks & Recreation:** Dog park fob entry system, e-bike usage in parks, a Round Hill Gate incident, and a Select Board request to record meetings.
• **July 14 — Community Preservation Committee:** Grant term extensions, June Town Meeting project conditions, and the FY26 financial report.
• **July 14 — Water Quality Advisory Committee:** Organizational meeting to select a chair and vice chair and review the committee charge.
• **July 27 — Dartmouth Housing Authority:** Balcony improvements at Munroe Terrace (low bid of $48,800 from Mr V General Contractor LLC), a collection loss of $1,383.00 at 11 Sol E Mar Lane, and the FY 2027 Annual Plan.

Note: All recent meeting summaries are agenda-only; minutes have not been published. Outcomes and vote tallies cannot be confirmed from the available records.

Dartmouth boards weigh 300-home 40B project, water rates, and wetland development in busy June stretch

Dartmouth's town boards and commissions covered significant ground in the final week of June, with agendas touching housing, utility rates, wetland development, and fire district operations. Because meeting minutes have not yet been published for any of these sessions, the items below reflect what was scheduled for discussion or action — not confirmed outcomes.

Zoning Board: 300-home Chapter 40B proposal at 0 Hathaway Road

The largest single land-use item of the period came before the Board of Appeals on June 29. The board scheduled a public hearing on a Chapter 40B comprehensive permit for a 300-unit residential development at 0 Hathaway Road. Chapter 40B is the state's affordable housing law, which allows developers to bypass certain local zoning rules when a portion of units is set aside as affordable.

The same meeting included a public hearing on a variance request to reduce yard setbacks for a 30-by-50-foot barn at 367 Old Westport Road, plus review of administrative minutes from April and May 2026.

Board of Public Works: FY27 water and sewer rates, $151,000 SCADA contract

The Board of Public Works met June 23 with several financial items on its agenda, including approval of FY 2027 water and sewer rates and a $151,000 engineering services contract for SCADA Phase 2 — a water system monitoring upgrade. The agenda also listed annual highway bids for FY2027, a water and sewer abatement for 569 Elm St., and an E-one pump fee increase.

Conservation Commission: Multiple wetland hearings across several properties

The Conservation Commission held a packed June 23 agenda with public hearings on four development proposals involving construction within protected wetland buffer zones:

• A commercial apartment complex, parking lot, grading, and stormwater basin at 810 State Road (NOI-26-17)
• A gas station and convenience store at 411 Faunce Corner Road (NOI-26-15), continued to July 7
• A car dealership at 0 State Road (NOI-26-16)
• After-the-fact vacuum stalls at 271 State Road (NOI-26-11), continued to Sept. 15

The commission also scheduled a vote on a policy limiting public park access to sunrise-to-sunset hours, a wetland inspection determination for a minor project at 788 Smith Neck Road, and adoption of a meeting schedule running July 2026 through January 2027.

Planning Board: Site plans and future zoning discussion

On June 22, the Planning Board reviewed three site plans: 411 Faunce Corner Road (PSPR-26-1), 57 Faunce Corner Mall Road Unit 65 (PSPR-26-2), and 0 State Road (PSPR-26-3). The board also continued its ongoing discussion about Dartmouth's future zoning and received correspondence from the City of Fall River and the Russells Mills Historic District.

Fire districts: Contracts, insurance, and construction

Fire District #3's Prudential Committee met June 23 to discuss the Dartmouth Permanent Fire Fighters Local 5156 contract (Schedule A) and compare Alera Group insurance premiums for FY2027 versus FY2026. The committee also reviewed capital improvement updates and financial reports.

Fire District #1's Building Committee met June 24 and June 26 to review invoices, payment requests, and a construction change order for the fire station's front apron. The District #1 Prudential Committee discussed insurance premium reduction, a concrete apron for a fire hydrant, and pay requisitions across two sessions.

Other boards and commissions

• **Select Board** (June 24): Executive session to prepare for negotiations regarding the Human Resources Director position.
• **Board of Assessors** (June 25 and July 2): FY27 property revaluation updates, bill payments, and executive sessions on abatements, exemptions, and Appellate Tax Board matters.
• **Council on Aging** (June 25): Kitchen project update and discussion of board member openings.
• **Pathways Committee** (June 26): Letter to the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding a Hathaway Road traffic safety study, due by July 7, plus planning for August Safe Routes to School and Bike Redevo events.
• **Youth Commission** (June 23): Document review and correspondence about participant numbers.
• **Board of Health** (July 1): Regular session with no listed agenda items.

Coming up

• **July 6 — Historical Commission**: Reviews demolition and siding applications, including a garage replacement at 54 Barneys Joy Road, siding at 88 Hancock Street and 183 State Road, Hardie clapboard at 304 Hixville Road, a demolition request for 37 Middle Street, and historical plaques for Elm Street and Narragansett Street.
• **July 7 — Agricultural Commission**: Farm stand permit applications, a 5-acre lot vesting discussion, and a potential public hearing on agricultural use.
• **July 7 — Conservation Commission**: Continued public hearings on the auto dealership at 0 State Road and the gas station at 411 Faunce Corner Road, plus a new hearing on a 500-gallon propane tank at 65 Victoria Street, septic repair determinations at 333 Rock O'Dundee and 22 Southwind Way, and a UMass Dartmouth research project at 0 Nonquitt Road.

Zoning board hears 300-unit 40B proposal; water rates, SCADA contract on BPW agenda

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on a Chapter 40B comprehensive permit for a 300-unit residential development at 0 Hathaway Road, while the Board of Public Works prepared to vote on new water and sewer rates and a $151,000 engineering contract. Conservation commissioners continued hearings on several commercial projects near wetlands and adopted a policy limiting public park access to daylight hours.

Housing and Development

The Board of Appeals on June 29 heard the proposal for 300 homes at 0 Hathaway Road under the state’s 40B affordable-housing law. The board also considered a variance to reduce yard setbacks for a 30-by-50-foot barn at 367 Old Westport Road. No votes or decisions were immediately available; the board reviewed administrative minutes from April and May.

Earlier, the Planning Board on June 22 discussed three site plans — for 411 Faunce Corner Road, 57 Faunce Corner Mall Road Unit 65, and 0 State Road — and continued its ongoing review of Dartmouth’s future zoning.

Infrastructure and Utilities

The Board of Public Works met June 23 with an agenda that included approval of FY 2027 water and sewer rates and a $151,000 engineering-services contract for SCADA Phase 2. Also on the list were a water and sewer abatement for 569 Elm St., a utility fee increase for E-one pumps, and annual highway bids for Phase I roadway work in FY 2027.

Conservation Commission

In a series of June 23 sessions, the Conservation Commission held public hearings on four development projects within protected wetland buffer zones:

• A commercial apartment complex with parking and stormwater basin at 810 State Road.
• A convenience store and gas station at 411 Faunce Corner Road (hearing continued to July 7).
• A car dealership at 0 State Road.
• After-the-fact vacuum stalls at 271 State Road.

The commission also voted to adopt a policy restricting public park access to sunrise-to-sunset hours and approved its meeting schedule for July 2026 through January 2027.

Other Town Business

The Select Board entered executive session on June 24 to prepare for contract negotiations with the Human Resources Director.

Fire District 3’s Prudential Committee on June 23 discussed the Dartmouth Permanent Fire Fighters Local 5156 contract and a comparison of FY 2027 insurance premiums against the current year. Fire District 1’s building committee and prudential committee separately reviewed construction change orders for a fire station front apron, pay requests, and insurance premium discussions.

The Pathways Committee on June 26 finalized a letter to the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding a traffic safety study for the Hathaway Road project and planned August outreach events for Safe Routes to School.

The Council on Aging on June 25 heard a kitchen project update and talked about filling board vacancies. The Youth Commission considered a document review and correspondence about participant numbers. The Board of Health met July 1 with no listed action items.

Coming Up

The Historical Commission meets July 6 to review demolition and exterior renovation requests, including a garage replacement at 54 Barneys Joy Road, siding projects on Hancock, State, and Hixville streets, and a demolition application for 37 Middle Street.

The Conservation Commission reconvenes July 7 for continued hearings on the auto dealership at 0 State Road, the convenience store and gas station at 411 Faunce Corner Road, and a new hearing on a propane tank and stormwater systems at 65 Victoria Street. The Agricultural Commission also meets July 7 to review farm-stand permit applications and discuss a 5-acre lot vesting issue.