Town braces for legal battle in joint Planning and Select Board Meeting on February 26

In a crucial development, the Town is gearing up for a potentially heated showdown as the Joint Meeting of the Planning Board and Select Board is set to take place on Monday, February 26, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting, which will be conducted virtually, holds significant importance as it addresses a pressing issue concerning litigation.

Meeting Details:

• Date and Time: Monday, February 26, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.
• Platform: Zoom
• Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87002778766?pwd=d2I5aVdIYk9xMHV5RmQrSXZkcElIZz09
• Dial-in Number: 1-929-205-6099
• Meeting ID: 870 0277 8766
• Passcode: 828933

Agenda:

1. Call to Order
2. Executive Session – Litigation Strategy Discussion:
   • Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(3)
   • Topic: Litigation threatened by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts against the Town
   • Related to M.G.L. c. 40A §3A – “Multi-family zoning as-of-right in MBTA communities”

The executive session, as outlined in M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(3), will delve into a strategic discussion regarding potential litigation that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has threatened to initiate against the Town. The focus of the dispute revolves around M.G.L. c. 40A §3A, titled “Multi-family zoning as-of-right in MBTA communities.”

This meeting is poised to provide insights into the town’s response and strategy in the face of legal challenges. With the community’s interests at stake, residents are encouraged to participate virtually and stay informed about the developments.

To join the meeting, residents can use the provided Zoom link or dial in using the given phone number, meeting ID, and passcode.

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