Past meetings
October 2026
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Contributory Retirement Board
Interview candidates for Assistant Executive Director position, then vote on possible job offer.
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Community Preservation Committee
Review of Round 14 Community Preservation Act pre-applications and out-of-cycle projects for Lynch Park and Central Cemetery.
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Deficit Reduction Committee
Review of presentation for the October 20, 2026 Community Meeting.
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Salem and Beverly Water Supply Board
Board to review engineering agreement for Canal Pump Station Redundancy and FY 2028 flow apportionment percentages.
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Beverly Housing Authority
Review contracts and payments for Essex Street Paving, Roger Conant Paving, and Section 8/MRVP housing assistance of $978,847.
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City Council
Committee to hold executive session to screen applicants for City Council Budget/Management Analyst position.
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Airport Commission
Continued discussion on a proposed mission statement for the Beverly Regional Airport.
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Beverly Airport Commission Meeting
Commission to review a proposed Airport Mission Statement, a proposal for an airport user survey, and updates on PFAS tracking and tree clearing at BVY.
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Parking & Traffic Commission
Site plan and special permit review for 179-unit apartment project at 37 Enon Street, plus one-way street proposal for part of Chase Street.
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Council on Aging
Board to discuss new members, a new Chair and Vice Chair, and Grants Committee membership.
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Beverly Golf & Tennis Club Commission
FY27 budget discussion and updates on golf course and clubhouse projects, including Hole #18 fairway and irrigation work.
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Airport Commission Meeting
Continued discussion on a proposed mission statement for the Beverly Regional Airport.
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Parks & Recreation Commission
Updates on Community Preservation Committee park projects including Balch Playground, Holcroft Park Splashpad, and Gillis Park Pavilion.
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Design Review Board
Design review of signs for Harborlight Homes, Turtle Woods/Turtle Creek, SalemFive/Dunkin' Donuts, Mobil/Dunkin', Concierge Primary Care, and Rising Star Preschool.
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Deficit Reduction Committee
Committee members give updates and work on a presentation for the October 20th meeting.
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Human Rights Committee
Human Rights Committee subcommittee to discuss budget recommendations for human rights education and community events.
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Planning Board
Set date for public hearings on the 37 Enon Street apartment project and a proposed moratorium on data center use.
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Conservation Commission
Public hearings on dune fencing at 11 & 13 Bay View Avenue and a new accessory dwelling unit at 240 Lothrop Street, plus tree removals and enforcement cases.
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City Council Budget/Management Analyst Screening Committee
Executive session to interview applicants for the City Council Budget/Management Analyst position.
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City Council
Public hearing on National Grid's underground conduit petition for Bow, Wallis, Cabot and Abbott Streets, plus a proposed moratorium on data centers.
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City Council Budget/Management Analyst Screening Committee
Executive session to interview applicants for City Council Budget/Management Analyst position.
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Licensing Board
License Board to discuss Mikado Asian Cuisine alcohol license status and a new liquor license application for Amnol Market at 268-272 Rantoul Street.
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City Council Budget/Management Analyst Screening Committee
Beverly City Council committee to discuss Budget/Management Analyst applicant interviews and possible executive session.
September 2026
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City Council Budget/Management Analyst Screening Committee
Voted 3-0 to enter executive session to review resumes for City Council Budget/Management Analyst applicants, then adjourned directly.
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Planning Board
Granted Special Permit #206-26 for 4 Linden Ave and approved 24-hour McDonald's operation at 230 Elliott Street
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Conservation Commission
Approved Certificates of Compliance for nine properties, a tree removal, two deck/turf projects, and an Order of Conditions for 76 & 78 Paine Avenue
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City Council Budget/Management Analyst Screening Committee
Screening Committee votes to recommend 3 to 5 candidates for Budget/Management Analyst to full City Council and enters executive session to review applications.
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Design Review Board
Recommended approval of signs for Crust & Foam at 507 Rantoul Street, The Granite Group at 97 River Street, and Harborlight House at 1 Monument Square.
August 2026
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Harbor Management Authority
Approved $50,000 to repower the BHD 27' patrol boat, 6-0
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Deficit Reduction Committee
Committee agreed to explore raising day camp rates, expanding day camps to O'Bear and Dane Street, and adding online registration fees.
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Board of Assessors
Board reviewed pending abatement applications.
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Community Preservation Committee
Recommended FY27 CPA budget of $1,344,134, extended deadlines for Gruppe Mural and Solar Now grants, and continued discussion of Girdler House generator funding.
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Planning Board
Set public hearing for Special Permit #206-26 at 4 Linden Ave and named Michael Vigorito to Community Preservation Committee.
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Deficit Reduction Committee
Committee agreed unanimously that Lothrop St. should get paid parking as a revenue recommendation.
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Conservation Commission
Approved certificates, tree removals, and multiple wetlands orders of conditions at various addresses
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Board of Library Trustees
Discussed concerns about language in Assistant Library Director's 3-year contract
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Beverly Golf & Tennis Club Commission
Approved minutes, vendor payments, and roof replacement; discussed irrigation, capital projects, and course issues
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Design Review Board
Recommended approval of signs for Graze Craze, Idore Aesthetics & Wellness, and YMCA, and approved July 9, 2026 minutes
July 2026
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Conservation Commission
Commission approved certificates of compliance, tree removals, and orders of conditions while continuing several hearings to August 18, 2026
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Economic & Community Development Council
Approved June 25, 2026 meeting minutes and discussed Main Streets, tourism, and economic development plan updates.
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Commission on Disabilities
Discussed ASL interpreter access, beach wheelchair accessibility, and a new donation fund for the Commission
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Planning Board
Tabled vote on Community Preservation Committee representative and authorized Chair Gomes as board signatory.
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Deficit Reduction Committee
Discussed budget deficit drivers and possible revenue and savings options at first meeting
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Harbor Management Authority
Approved funding for APWA conference and Beverly 400 water reenactment costs
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Beverly Golf & Tennis Club Commission
Approved June 9 minutes and reviewed clubhouse project updates and finances for Beverly Golf & Tennis.
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Design Review Board
Recommended approval of five sign applications and discussed Cummings Center sign variance status.
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Open Space & Recreation Committee
Approved May 6, 2026 meeting minutes as amended, 5-0.
June 2026
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Conservation Commission
Issued compliance certificate and two orders of conditions, continued two hearings, and approved delineation policy
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Board of Library Trustees
Approved Standards of Conduct, Public Internet Use, Security, and revised Meeting Room policies, each by 7-0 vote.
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Economic & Community Development Council
Approved May 28, 2026 meeting minutes and elected new Chair and Vice Chair, 10-0 each.
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Community Preservation Committee
Approved May 21, 2026 meeting minutes and discussed Girdler House generator funding gap and Independence Park invoice review.
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Harbor Management Authority
Approved May 20, 2026 minutes and reviewed harbor financial and operational updates.
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Conservation Commission
Issued compliance certificate, three Determinations of Applicability, and continued several hearings to June 30, 2026
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Beverly Golf & Tennis Club Commission
Approved minutes, green covers up to $8K, and tennis windscreen up to $3.1K while reviewing project updates.
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Design Review Board
Recommended revised Pressed Cafe signage and Granite Group signs, and voted to invite Cummings Center to discuss its sign variance.
May 2026
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Economic & Community Development Council
Approved April 23, 2026 minutes as amended, and reviewed CDBG program status and Economic Development Action Plan matrix.
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Commission on Disabilities
Discussed accessibility in entertainment venues and ASL interpretation services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing residents
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Zoning Board of Appeals
Granted variances for garages and an addition on six properties; continued one garage variance request to July
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Historic District Commission
Moved 38 Paine Ave demolition review to public hearing and approved prior meeting minutes
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Planning Board
Recommended adoption of ADU zoning amendments and elected George Gomes as Planning Board Chair.
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Board of Library Trustees
Approved April 28, 2026 minutes 5-0 and reviewed FY2027 budget cuts to Farms branch and children's room hours.
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Community Preservation Committee
Elected Wendy Pearl as Chair and David Ershun as Vice Chair, discussed project closeouts and the Girdler House generator issue.
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Board of Assessors
Signed motor vehicle excise warrants totaling over $5.8 million and reviewed new subdivisions.
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Harbor Management Authority
Approved FY27 budget and transferred funds for electrical costs and Harbormaster equipment purchases
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Conservation Commission
Commission approves certificate of compliance, closes five hearings, issues six Orders of Conditions, and continues a deck proposal
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Open Space & Recreation Committee
Voted to send Mayor a letter backing City ownership of 61 acres at Trask Lane and approved March 4 minutes.
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Beverly Golf & Tennis Club Commission
Approved minutes, fence sections, and new kitchen refrigerator for golf and tennis facility
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Design Review Board
Recommended approval of five sign applications and approved April 16 meeting minutes.
April 2026
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Historic District Commission
Approved updates to the Commission's Rules of Procedure and voted to ask the City Solicitor about fee and sign rules.
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Conservation Commission
Issued certificate of compliance for 55 Abbott Street and continued six wetland hearings to May 19, 2026
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City Council
Set public hearing for June 1, 2026, on naming road into Beverly Golf & Tennis "Matzeliger Way."
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Planning Board
Approved site plan and special permit for five-unit townhouse project at 46 Federal Street
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Board of Library Trustees
Accepted March minutes while library reviews FY2026 budget transfers and faces FY2027 budget cuts
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Economic & Community Development Council
Approved March 26, 2026 meeting minutes as amended; reviewed draft Economic Development Action Plan strategy framework.
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Zoning Board of Appeals
Granted variances for 60 Longmeadow Road and 32 Dunham Road, withdrew two applications, and continued a cell tower request
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City Council Joint Committee
Reviewed police use of Flock Safety license plate camera system and heard public concerns
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City Council
Approved National Grid's Broadway underground utility petition, several board appointments, and scheduled two public hearings for May 4, 2026.
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Design Review Board
Recommended approval of five signage applications and a five-unit townhouse site plan at 46 Federal Street.
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Community Preservation Committee
Approved seven CPA Round 13 projects, an MOU extension, and March minutes
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Harbor Management Authority
Approved keeping commercial rates at $80 per foot with a $250 admin fee, and $2,500 for a scuba dive training program.
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Parking & Traffic Commission
Recommended a new Hale Street crosswalk, Common Lane safety signage, and approval of 46 Federal Street project
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Human Rights Committee
Approved February 2026 minutes and reimbursement, elected interim chair amid quorum concerns from departing members.
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Planning Board
Endorsed subdivision plans for two properties and set May 4, 2026 hearing on Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance.
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Conservation Commission
Issued compliance certificate, two wetlands determinations, and a tree-removal enforcement order
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Beverly Golf & Tennis Club Commission
Approved minutes, tennis court resurfacing bid, naming request, and handicap parking space, all 5-0.
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City Council Public Services Committee
Approved board reappointments and golf club rate schedule, each by a 2-0 vote
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City Council Legal Affairs Committee
Approved amendments to Chapter 117-Animals and reappointed Timothy R. Creamer as Constable, both 3-0.
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City Council Finance and Property Committee
Approved $241,250 fund transfer for union negotiation retroactive costs, 2-0.
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City Council
Approved $241,250 retroactive pay transfer 7-1 and several grants, appointments, and license renewals.
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Board of Assessors
Abated and denied fiscal year 2026 property tax amounts and settled two fiscal year 2025 Appellate Tax Board cases.
March 2026
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Economic & Community Development Council
Approved February 26, 2026 meeting minutes and heard update on Economic Development Action Plan and Northshore CDC presentation.
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Zoning Board of Appeals
Granted extension, special permits, and variances for six zoning applications; continued two others.
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Board of Library Trustees
Approved Library Director's contract for 2026-2029 and February 24, 2026 meeting minutes
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Community Preservation Committee
Approved disbursement for Girdler House generator and extended several project MOUs
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Harbor Management Authority
Approved February 18, 2026 minutes 7-0; discussed finances, harbor projects, and marina rates.
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Conservation Commission
Approved certificates, modifications, orders of conditions for two projects, and continued two matters pending state input
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City Council Public Services Committee
Recommended Council receive and place on file Public Services Committee priorities list, 3-0.
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City Council
Approved Dodge Street conduit permit, $8,500 marine grant, and license renewals; held wage-study funding and wildlife-feeding rules in committee.
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Historic District Commission
Declared City Hall Annex Historically Significant but not Preferably Preserved, allowing demolition to proceed
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Planning Board
Approved two subdivision plans and a frontage waiver and subdivision for Bridge Street, and set a April hearing for Federal Street project.
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Special Committee on Rental Policies
Discussed plans for a public forum on short-term rental policy and enforcement practices
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Design Review Board
Recommended approval of signs for The Moon and the Mat, Offerings, and CVS; withdrawn item noted for Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting.
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Open Space & Recreation Committee
Approved January 7, 2026 meeting minutes as amended, 8-0
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Beverly Golf & Tennis Club Commission
Approved minutes, a handicap parking space, and reviewed ongoing golf and tennis facility projects.
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City Council Legal Affairs Committee
Recommended Council approve special committee on 2027 budget deficit; held bird feeder height rule and reconsideration motion.
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City Council
Approved board appointments, license renewals, a $1,300 grant, and a new budget committee; continued four utility hearings.
February 2026
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Economic & Community Development Council
Approved January 22, 2026 meeting minutes and heard presentation on Harborlight Homes affordable housing projects.
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Contributory Retirement Board
Approved retirement applications, transfers, new members, warrants, and a 3% COLA for FY 2027, all by 5-0 votes.
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Board of Assessors
Approved tax abatements for multiple properties, denied others, and approved exemption applications for Fiscal Year 2026.
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Zoning Board of Appeals
Granted variances and special permits for 16 Country Drive, 143 Brimbal Ave, 19 Dodge Street, and 21 Beaver Pond Road additions.
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Historic District Commission
Found 91 Herrick Street historically significant but not preferably preserved, and approved demolition plan for 824 Hale Street with conditions.
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Conservation Commission
Approved tree removal at 208 Hart Street, issued an Order of Conditions for the Lynch Park eelgrass project, and continued other matters.
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Board of Library Trustees
Accepted January minutes, elected officers, and appointed subcommittee members for 2026
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Community Preservation Committee
Requested solicitor opinions on housing trust funds and Independence Park, and extended Cabot House Porticos MOU.
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Harbor Management Authority
Approved January 28, 2026 minutes while delaying vote on commercial marina rates until March
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City Council
Approved $160,000 Dispatch transfer, $150,000 park transfer, eminent domain taking, and several licenses, leases, and appointments.
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Human Rights Committee
Approved prior meeting minutes and reimbursements for Active Bystander Pilot snacks, discussed ICE response and upcoming events.
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Planning Board
Endorsed an ANR plan, accepted a withdrawal, and approved a preliminary subdivision plan with comments, all 5-0.
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City Council Public Services Committee
Held discussion of Public Services Committee Priorities until February 23rd meeting.
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Special Committee on Rental Policies
Approved December 11, 2025 minutes and adopted amended purpose statement, discussed short-term rental rules
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Design Review Board
Recommended approval of sign applications for Verizon and TruNorthBank locations, and elected new chair and vice-chair.
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Conservation Commission
Approved tree removal, two Determinations of Applicability, and an Order of Conditions, continued four hearings to February 24, 2026
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City Council Public Services Committee
Recommended City Council approve three Golf and Tennis Commission reappointments, all by 3-0 votes.
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City Council
Approved Seaport Grant match funding, board reappointments, license renewals, and ordinance amendments while continuing utility underground-installation hearings to later dates.
January 2026
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Contributory Retirement Board
Approved salary increases for Executive Director and Assistant Director, adopted 2026 budget, and approved routine transfers and refunds.
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Zoning Board of Appeals
Granted multiple variances, special permits, and continuances; cell tower hearing continued to February 25, 2026.
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Historic District Commission
Approved minutes from three prior meetings and scheduled a site visit for a demolition delay application at 824 Hale Street.
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Harbor Management Authority
Tabled Mission Boathouse promenade proposal pending City Solicitor review; approved October minutes 6-0.
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Board of Library Trustees
Accepted December 16 minutes and reviewed library budget, HVAC project, and staffing updates.
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Economic & Community Development Council
Approved December 4, 2025 minutes and reviewed CDBG grant and affordable housing issues in Beverly.
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Community Preservation Committee
Extended Beverly Farms Cemetery Fence MOU to May 29, 2026, and reviewed Round 13 funding applications.
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City Council
Approved $25,895,000 loan and $2,000,000 debt stabilization transfer for City Hall and police annex rehabilitation 7-2
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Planning Board
Endorsed an ANR plan, approved a site plan modification, and set a February hearing for a special permit on Cabot Street
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Conservation Commission
Approved tree removal and dock project, continued several items, and rescinded one enforcement order
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Design Review Board
Approved signs for Cabot Wealth Management and Mystryde Athletic Club, and approved December 4, 2025 minutes.
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Open Space & Recreation Committee
Elected 2026 chair and vice chair, and sent letter on McKay Street sidewalk review
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Historic District Commission
Found 38 Standley Street historically significant and preferably preserved, discussed 824 Hale Street demolition, and approved a letter of support for Central Cemetery.
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Parking & Traffic Commission
Recommended parking plan changes for Mission Boathouse and accepted construction management plan for 119 Rantoul Street
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City Council
Elected new Vice President, set hearings on City Hall loan and debt transfer, and approved council committee appointments.
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