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Natick government meetings for week of Dec. 8, 2025: School budget; Johnson net zero paper; New Commission on Disability members

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A sampling of Natick town government meetings and agenda items for the week of December 8, 2025 (Review all meetings &  agendas):                                          

December 8—School Committee, 6:30pm, Morse Institute Library & online

Recognition of state champ Natick High boys and girls soccer teams; Recap of Natick Innovation & Learning Summit 2025; Letter to Select Board Regarding Johnson Future Use; Budget Presentation Overview; Capital Plan

December 9 – Affordable Housing Trust Fund, 7:30 PM, Virtual (Zoom)

The Trust will begin with Public Speak, then hear subcommittee updates on projects at Auburn Street, North Main, and Bacon Street, along with Outreach Committee work. Brief updates from staff, budget and vacancy updates, and discussion of the January retreat, minutes approval, WCC, and Kibbey Award nominations round out the session before adjournment.

December 9 – Natick 180 Awareness & Education Team, 9:00 AM, Virtual (Zoom)

The meeting opens with citizen concerns and a vote on minutes, followed by updates on the Fall Retreat, grant applications, youth programming, and communication campaigns. Members will review last month’s community events and look ahead to upcoming Spark Kindness, Vigil, and MLK Day programs. The group will continue discussion on the Natick 180 Action Plan, mailers, and 2025–26 educational initiatives.

December 10 – Net Zero Committee, 7:00–8:30 PM, Community-Senior Center / Zoom

The Committee will hold Public Speak, approve minutes, and review and vote on the draft Johnson Future Use Net Zero position paper. Each workstream lead will share progress updates across building sectors, renewable energy, transportation, waste, schools, and youth representation. Sustainability staff will provide department updates before next steps and adjournment.

December 10 – Commission on Disability, 6:30–8:00 PM, Virtual (Zoom)

New commissioners will be welcomed and onboarded, followed by discussion of donations related to decreased SNAP funding. The Commission will also review Architectural Access Board complaints and continue work on NCOD bylaws before concluding the meeting.

December 10 – Hybrid Town Meeting Committee, 8:00–9:00 PM, Virtual

The Committee will take citizen concerns, review minutes, and continue work on surveys, forums, and hybrid-meeting guidelines. Subgroups will report on technology platforms, accessibility, legislative considerations, logistics, and protocols. The committee will also review its timeline and draft materials and set future meeting dates before adjourning.

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Natick government meetings for week of Dec. 1, 2025: 116-unit assisted living residence “Benchmark at Natick” proposed; Hybrid Town Meeting Committee to debut

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A sampling of Natick town government meetings and agenda items for the week of December 1, 2025 (Review all meetings &  agendas):                                          

December 3 – Planning Board, 7:00 PM, Morse Institute Library / Zoom

The Board opens with Public Speak, then holds major development hearings for projects on Lakeshore Road and North Main Street, including a Special Permit for an assisted living residence (aka, “Benchmark at Natick”) across from the Stop & Shop plaza. Additional business includes reviewing a signage Special Permit for 1235/1245 Worcester Street, setting the 2026 meeting calendar, updating the fee schedule, and addressing any other Board items before adjournment.

December 3 – Hybrid Town Meeting Committee (HTMC), 8:00–9:00 PM, Virtual

The new committee will swear in new members, elect officers, hear citizen concerns, schedule upcoming meetings, and review the committee’s charter and scope before adjourning.

December 3 – Select Board, 6:00 PM, Town Hall / Zoom

The Board will review the 2026 political calendar, announce the New Year’s Eve CRT event, and hold Public Speak. Discussion items include the Fall Town Meeting debrief, turf field study, downtown signage steps, street acceptance votes, sewer agreement updates, office hours, and hybrid meeting policy. The agenda closes with minutes approval, administrative updates, and adjournment.

December 4 – Conservation Commission, 7:00 PM, Virtual

The Commission will enter executive session to discuss potential land acquisition, then hold hearings on Certificates of Compliance, Requests for Determination, and a Notice of Intent for 6 Ambler Court, Natick Center Commuter Rail Station, 19 Crescent Street, and 100 Eliot Street. General business includes a Johnson School use memo and a reminder that December meetings will be virtual-only.

December 4 – Economic Development Committee, 8:30–10:00 AM, Virtual

The EDC will hear public comments, review Fall Town Meeting results, receive CED updates, and discuss tax classification follow-up, 2026 planning considerations, and development of a townwide economic vision, before concluding with new business.

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Natick town government meetings for week of Nov. 24: School Committee, Zoning Board, Cultural Council

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A sampling of Natick town government meetings and agenda items for the week of November 24, 2025 (Review all meetings &  agendas):                                          

November 24 – School Committee, 6:30 PM, Town Hall / Zoom

The Committee will open with public speak, hear updates from teacher, student, and METCO representatives, and review a consent agenda including the AP Environmental Science Florida trip. Reports include strategic plan dates, Johnson site discussions, and FY27 capital submissions. The agenda also covers MSBA updates for Lilja and action votes on Climate Leaders Grants and Policy IJJA.

November 24 – Zoning Board of Appeals, 6:30 PM, Town Hall (Dlott Room)

The ZBA will hold multiple public hearings on Section 6 Findings, variances, and confirmations of pre-existing dwellings for projects on Park Ave, Morse St., Pitts St., Porter Rd., Avon St., Hemlock Dr., Bradford Rd., and North Main St. Following the hearings, ZBA business will conclude with adjournment.

November 28 – Natick Cultural Council, 9:30 AM, Remote (Zoom)

The Council will review the treasurer’s report, evaluate FY26 grant applications (including reconsiderations), allocate approved grants, and schedule its next meeting.

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Natick government meetings for week of Nov. 17, 2025: Tax classification hearing; Conservation Commission hearings

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A sampling of Natick town government meetings and agenda items for the week of November 17, 2025 (Review all meetings &  agendas):                                          

November 17 – Memorial School Building Committee, 6:30 PM, Ben Hem Elementary

The Committee will tour the school, hear MSBA updates, review school tour feedback, and discuss OPM and architect roles. Additional items include project support, upcoming meetings, and review of MSBA guidance documents.

November 18 – Personnel Board, 4:00 PM, Remote (Zoom)

Agenda includes reviewing full-time job descriptions (including Deputy Town Administrator/Director of Finance and Assistant Fire Chief), part-time pay plan updates, a Town Administration update, and approval of October 29 minutes.

November 18 – Community Preservation Committee, 7:00 PM, Town Hall / Zoom

The CPC will review summer and fall 2025 minutes, discuss Fall Town Meeting outcomes, 2025 CPA funding agreements, CPC procedures, staff updates, and finalize the 2026 meeting calendar.

November 19 – Select Board, 6:00 PM, Town Hall / Zoom

The Board will address alcohol license hearings for Gatsby’s Chop House and Town Line Liquors, hold the FY26 Tax Classification Hearing, and review the FY27 outlook and free cash. The consent agenda includes public way requests and minutes approval, followed by Town Administrator and Board updates, and a closed executive session on Police Chief contract negotiations.

November 20 – Conservation Commission, 7:00 PM, Town Hall / Zoom

The Commission will hear several applications and Notices of Intent for properties on Irving Road, South Main Street, Porter Road, Eliot Street, Auburn Street, and Ambler Court. Additional business includes the 2026 meeting schedule, December virtual-only plan, and departmental updates before adjournment.

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Natick government meetings for week of Nov. 10, 2025

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Natick government meetings for week of Nov. 10, 2025:


A sampling of Natick town government meetings and agenda items for the week of November 10 (Review all meetings &  agendas):                                          

November 10 – School Committee, 6:30 PM, Town Hall / Zoom

The Committee will review the November enrollment report, discuss FY26 goals, Johnson School plans, and FY27 budget updates. The superintendent will present transportation and evaluation updates, student recognitions, and MSBA news. Votes expected on graduation and competency policies.

November 12 – Select Board, 6:00 PM, Town Hall / Zoom

The Board will hold interviews for the Commission on Disability and Open Space Advisory seats, hear a water and sewer abatement appeal, and discuss the Common fountain and field user fees. Other items include consent approvals, event permits, and department updates.

November 12 – Affordable Housing Trust Fund, 7:30 PM, Zoom

Agenda includes updates on developments at Auburn, Bacon, and North Main Streets, Wilson Gardens, and the outreach committee. The Trust will review the budget, vacancies, and minutes, plus discuss the rehab program and Kibbey Award nominations.

November 13 – Housing Authority, 6:30 PM, Coolidge Gardens

The Board will review October minutes, financial reports, and modernization projects including fire alarm, elevator, and window replacements. Staff updates, HUD Section 8 policy revisions, and an MOU vote are also scheduled.

November 13 – Historic District Commission, 7:00 PM, Town Hall / Zoom

The Commission will open a public hearing for 96 West Central Street’s proposed solar installation and discuss ongoing business at 100A Eliot Street. Additional topics include review of rules, regulations, and general guidelines.

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