Administration
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Select Board, August 14, 2023
The Arlington Select Board meeting on August 14, 2023, introduced new Town Manager James Feeney and Deputy Town Council Michael Cunningham, discussed relocation of a Blue Bike station, approved license changes for local businesses, and planned for future meetings and a special town meeting to address zoning changes. Continue reading
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Properties Sold in Arlington MA, July 16 – 22, 2023
Sales of the following properties in Arlington closed over the past week. Continue reading
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Arlington Select Board – July 17, 2023
Key highlights from the meeting included the approval of one-day beer and wine licenses for multiple events, a common victualer license for a new restaurant, Turmeric House, the approval of a new liquor license, the appointment of Doug Heim as the acting town manager, and discussions on an all-alcohol package store license for NICON 232 Incorporated and the allocation of ARPA funds. Continue reading
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Liquor licenses, blue bikes and a Middle Eastern Dance Show
Arlington Select Board – July 17, 2023 Approval of Special One-Day Beer and Wine Licenses The Board approved special one-day beer and wine licenses for several events, including a Town Manager retirement party at Robinson Memorial Town Hall, the Beach Concert Series and Beer Gardens at Reservoir Beach, and a private event at Robinson Memorial […] Continue reading
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Select Board, June 26, 2023
The Foot of the Rocks Battlefield Memorial project, designed to honor the historical significance of the battlefield and the people of Arlington, has received a $50,000 grant from the Community Preservation Act Committee and is set to be completed by April 19, 2025, featuring plaques, panels, and an obelisk. Continue reading
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Select Board, June 21, 2023
The Arlington Select Board discussed various issues related to the Minuteman District School Committee. The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format, both in-person and over Zoom, in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023. Minuteman District School Committee Representative Selection The primary agenda was the selection of a representative for the Minuteman […] Continue reading
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School Committee, June 15, 2023
The Arlington School Committee held a meeting on June 15th, 2021. The key topics discussed were: Affirmation of the LGBTQIA+ Community: The committee discussed a resolution affirming the LGBTQIA+ community. Many speakers urged the committee to reaffirm the district’s commitment to gender inclusivity. The resolution was praised for its clear support of the LGBTQIA+ community. […] Continue reading
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Select Board, June 05, 2023
Package Store License Request: The board postponed the discussion of a package store license at 232 Mass Ave to June 26th due to the applicant’s illness. Town’s Financial Report: The board reviewed the town’s financial report for the third quarter of FY 2023, which indicated that the town’s finances were on target, with a few […] Continue reading
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Board of Health, May 24, 2023
The Arlington Board of Health convened for a meeting on May 24, 2023, which was conducted remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions. Hen Keeping Applications: The meeting agenda included applications from residents at 1 Oak Hill Drive, 40 Peter Tufts Rd, and 55 Greeley Circle for keeping hens. The applicants’ reasons included educating their children about […] Continue reading
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Select Board, May 22, 2023
The Arlington Select Board held a meeting on May 22, 2023, in a hybrid format and included an open forum for residents to make comments. The key topics discussed were: Proclamation in Honor of Retiring Veteran Services Director: The board honored the retiring veteran services director for his exemplary service to the town’s veterans and […] Continue reading
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