City Council
Regular MeetingTaunton, MA · February 18, 2025
Minutes
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Record of February 11, 2025 meeting was read by title and approved. So Voted.
Opportunity for input by the general public. No one spoke during public input.
Hearing:
On the petition submitted by Attorney Gregory S. Sampson, Sullivan & Worcester LLP,
1 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109 on behalf of his client Ryan Souls, Greystar
Development East, LLC, One Federal Street, Suite #1804, Boston, MA 02110 for a
Special Permit to allow a development consisting of 390 residential units with a 195
space parking space waiver and a total of 10,000 sq. ft. of retail/commercial space at 437
Whittenton Street located in the Business District. Motion was made to open the
hearing and invite the interested parties into the enclosure. So Voted. The City Clerk
stated that she sent out an email regarding a large book that she received and due to the
size of the book, she was unable to email it. She notified everyone that she was in receipt
of the book in a PDF form. The City Clerk read a communication from the City Planner
stating that the petition will need a Site Plan Review filing and an Order of Conditions
from the Conservation Commission. He has submitted a list of conditions. The City Clerk
read a communication from the City Engineer stating that there is no objection to the
Special Permit as presented. However, considering the size and scope of the proposal, it
is recommended that a peer review or third party review be conducted to review the plans
and documents for a comprehensive Site Plan Review. This could be accomplished
through the Planning Department using one of the two contracted engineering firms used
for construction oversight for approved subdivisions. This should be made a condition of
approval before the Site Plan Review application is submitted to allow for a reasonable
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amount oftime to conduct a thorough review. The City Clerk read a communication from
the Conservation Agent stating that this project requires the filing of a Notice of Intent
with the Taunton Conservation Commission as there are multiple resource areas on and
adjacent to the property. The City Clerk read a communication from the Assistant
Executive Director of the Board of Health stating that all dwellings must comply with the
Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation, State Sanitary Code, Chapter II.
The City Clerk read a communication from the Deputy Fire Chief stating that he has
reviewed the plans for the proposed 390 residential units and has determined sufficient
Fire Department access exists. The City Clerk read a communication from the Police
Chief stating that his participation in this matter would be a conflict of interest Under
Massachusetts General Law Chapter 268A Section 19. The City Clerk read a
communication from the Executive Director of Economic Development expressing
support for the potential of the 42-acre former Whittenton Mills property being developed
Greystar. The City Clerk read a communication from the DPW Commissioner stating that
the proposed project will have a significant impact on the City's infrastructure. The
existing sewer and water utilities that would serve the development date form the early
1900s and require repair and replacement. The estimated cost for the sewer system
upgrade is $1,020,000.00 and the estimated cost for the water system upgrade is
$1,160,250.00. If a grant is not awarded for this work, the developer, Greystone, will
have to incur these costs. The development as proposed cannot proceed without these
upgrades. The City Clerk read a communication from Richard and Linda Peterson, 78
Sunset Drive, Taunton regarding concerns for the Special Permit application being
submitted by Greystar Ltd. for the 437 Whittenton Mill Development of 390 apartments
and related improvements in the Whittenton section of the City. The City Clerk stated
that a map of the location has been included. The City Clerk stated that she received an
additional communication via email from Sullivan & Worcester stating that the applicant
is seeking a Special Permit, as well as a waiver of the off-street parking requirements.
Councilor Sanders stated that this communication is eleven (11) pages and requested to
dispense with the reading. Motion was made to make all of these communications a
part of the record. So Voted. The parties introduced themselves as Ryan Souls, Senior
Director of Development with Greystar, Erin Corcoran, Senior Development Associate
with Greystar, Will Harned, Associate with Greystar and Gregory Sampson, Attorney
with Sullivan & Worcester. Mr. Souls discussed that this is a multifamily project that is
focused on delivering quality housing that is affordable and attainable to the people who
live in this region. He discussed that Greystar is a global corporation and that they
represent the local development team. He stated that Greystar is the largest manager ·and
developer of multifamily real estate in the United States. He discussed some of the
projects that Greystar has completed in this region. Attorney Sampson stated that they
sought the TIE agreement in August of 2024 and proceeded to have a community
meeting in October of 2024. He stated that they are currently in the process of obtaining a
Special Permit. He stated that they have a hearing scheduled with the Planning Board on
March 6th and will soon be submitting the Notice of Intent Application to the
Conservation Commission. He discussed that they are targeting a June closing and
construction financing. He stated that they are looking to obtain a Special Permit, which
is required for the multifamily use in the Business District. He stated that they are also
requesting a waiver of the off-street parking requirements for one hundred fifty-six (156)
spaces. He stated that they will construct 1.6 spaces and place 0.4 spaces in reserve. He
discussed that the Housing Development Incentive Program. Ms. Corcoran discussed that
the site plan consists of ten (10) buildings and three hundred ninety (390) units. She
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stated that they mostly consist of one-bedroom units and that there is about 1.5 acres of
public open space. She stated that they are designating the frontage along Whittenton
Street as approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of future retail space, which will not be developed
by Greystar. She stated that they are working with local retailors to determine the best fit
for this space. She stated that there will be a 0.6 mile walking trail, which will be open to
both the public and the residents of the site. She stated that there will be a clubhouse that
will be about 4,000 sq. ft. with amenities. She stated that they are proposing four (4)
accessible units, which will be located on the first floor. She discussed the Attainable
Housing Strategy. She stated that the project has been designed and modeled to deliver
rents that are aimed at attainable or workforce housing, which is generally thought of as
rents that are achievable to people making between 80 and 90 percent of AMI. She stated
that within a 5-mile radius, the project rents are over a 10% discount to all comparable
Class A products. She stated that resident fees will be based on each resident's needs. She
stated that a full breakdown of the fees required by each resident will be posted on the
community website for full transparency. She stated that there have been some
discussions on offering affordable housing. She stated that they have had discussions
with the Mayor and the Taunton Housing Authority to discuss the potential of project
based housing vouchers via a Housing Assistance Payments Contract, which is issued via
an RFP and would happen at the end of the construction of the project. She stated that
they would be offered at a rate of 30% AMI, which would be very affordable. She stated
that a four-way stop control would be implemented at Whittenton Street's intersection
with Bay Street about V4 mile east of the site. She stated that there are existing poorly
defined curb cuts which they intend to consolidate into two clearly marked site
driveways. She stated that a new sidewalk will be constructed along the site's frontage.
She stated that they have reviewed six (6) comparable residential properties and observed
1.35 spaces per unit parking ratio, which is lower than their proposed 1.6 ratio at the
Whittenton Mills. She stated that there will be triggers in place to allow them to build in
the future as needed. She stated that the site contains fifteen ( 15) existing structures that
were constructed between 1857 and 1880. She stated that there are elevated
concentrations of volatile organic compounds, chlorinated VOC's, PCB's and asbestos
containing materials. She stated that the remediation and site clean-up is estimated to cost
approximately $10,000,000.00. She stated that the project team has completed an
environmental assessment of the soil and groundwater at the project. Mayor O'Connell
stated that Greystar has been great to work with and have been very responsive to all of
the City's requests. She stated that there was a public meeting in October and that Mr.
Pateakos will be planning another public meeting in the near future to make sure the
public is informed and is able to raise any concerns they have. She stated that the peer
review will take place as recommended by the City Engineer and that Mr. Scanlon has
already begun working on this process. She stated that there will be more information
coming to the Council, including a traffic study, drainage and conservation. Mayor
O'Connell stated that there may be further improvements discussed after the peer review
study. She stated that condition #4 discussed by Mr. Scanlon in his communication
indicates that the public green space does not have a defined scope of use. Ms. Corcoran
discussed that they have not defined a specific use for the 1.5 acres of green space as they
are looking for feedback from the community and the Council. Mayor O'Connell
confirmed with Ms. Corcoran that they are requesting a parking waiver in order to
maintain more green space. Mr. Sampson discussed that additional pavement increases
the operational costs. Ms. Corcoran discussed that based on their studies, they believe
that there will be approximately fifty-six (56) school-aged children present amongst all of
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the units. Mr. Sampson discussed that this number is based on the internal projects that
Greystar manages, as well as looking at comparable project sizes. He stated that
Greystar's numbers came out almost identical to national multifamily housing data and
has been referenced in the development impact statement. Councilor Sanders asked for
further explanation of the project labor agreements. Ms. Corcoran discussed that Greystar
will be acting as the general contractor and the subcontractors will be responsible for all
hiring on the site. She stated that Greystar does not typically sign PLA's, however, they
do have relationships with all of the unions and will communicate with them often.
Councilor Sanders asked the amount of construction that they anticipate will happen in
Taunton with area based laborers. Mr. Souls stated that over 50 percent of the
construction costs are performed on site. Mr. Souls discussed that it is a competitive bid
process that is based on various factors such as price and experience and that they send
out notifications to groups that they work with. Councilor Sanders asked for ·.the
percentage of work that is done by union laborers. Mr. Souls discussed that every project
is different. Mr. Hamed discussed that the fees will be established once a management
plan is in place. Mr. Souls discussed that there is a $50.00 application fee and that further
fees are governed by the Massachusetts law. He stated that the security deposit depends
on the applicant and that the first month's rent is typically required. Mr. Souls discussed
that the utilities are paid for by the tenant and there will be a monthly fee for a pet.
Councilor Martin asked if the sewer and water upgrades will strictly be on the property or
if they anticipate upgrades in the City streets. Mr. Sampson stated that they are still
working with the Department of Public Works on this and that the City is seeking a Mass
Works Grant. He stated that they are aware that they have to pay their share of utility
infrastructure. Councilor Duarte asked how many of the direct abutters attended the
community meeting. Ms. Corcoran stated that they do not have that information available
but they can have data available in the future. Councilor Duarte asked numerous
questions pertaining to the commercial space, as well as environmental matters. Mr.
Souls stated that the nature of the modular delivery reduces waste significantly. Mr. Souls
discussed that they are working with the City to support their application of the Mass
Works Grant. Mr. Pateakos, the Director of the Office of Economic and Community
Development, stated that the grant is now known as Housing Works and that the
application will be due the first week of June and will be awarding the second week of
September. He stated that they will be applying for $4,400,000.00. Councilor Duarte
asked for an explanation for the process to determine if a building can be reused. Ms.
Corcoran discussed that they are doing structural assessments and if a building cannot be
saved, they will put a plaque in place. Patrick Dunford, the Transportation Engineer with
VHB, was invited into the enclosure. Mr. Dunford discussed that the traffic study that
was submitted included the need for certain physical mitigation efforts, as well as a
passive element known as transportation demand management. Councilor Duarte asked
the City Solicitor if the Council needed to take a vote in order to authorize the third party
review. Attorney Gay stated that the third party review is being done through the
Planning Department and invited Kevin Scanlon, the City Planner, into the enclosure. Mr.
Scanlon discussed that they are looking to combine the peer review to serve all of the
boards in one review. He discussed that he has spoken with the various parties involved,
as well as compiled a scope and worked with GPI, which is a larger firm that is capable
of doing this. He stated that he has a draft contract prepared and sent it to Greystar this
afternoon. He stated that the first step would be a vote from one of the review boards to
authorize it. He stated that Greystar would need to provide the funding through a
cashier's check. He. stated that the firm has indicated that it will take about three weeks
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to conduct the review. Councilor Duarte asked if it would be possible to have the peer
reviewers come into the next meeting to discuss the results. Mr. Scanlon stated that as
part of the scope, they will attend four (4) meetings. Councilor Pottier discussed that the
anticipated impact on the school system is light. Mr. Souls discussed the process for
making this estimate. Councilor Pottier confirmed with Ms. Corcoran that the parking
spots will not be assigned. Councilor Pottier discussed the technicalities of the TIE
agreement and the benefits to the City. Councilor Borges discussed the importance of
having the analysis on the impacts of this project on public safety, as well as the school
system. Motion was made to open public input. So Voted. Richard and Linda Peterson,
78 Sunset Drive, Taunton, stated that they are direct abutters of the property for over 45
years. He discussed that he has a number of concerns, which he has put in a letter to the
Council. He discussed his concern for the storm water management, snow removal, as
well as the absence of fences for privacy. Thomas Pemberton, 86 Craven Court, Taunton,
discussed that the site is blighted and needs to be redeveloped. He stated that he supports
the project, however, he has a number of concerns. He discussed that the tax payers
should not be responsible for helping them develop the site. He discussed that he
anticipates the number of incoming children to impact the school system will be higher
than fifty-six (56). He also discussed his concerns with the number of parking spots that
will be available. Mayor O'Connell invited Patrick Dello Russo, the Chief Financial
Officer, into the enclosure. Mayor O'Connell asked what the estimated total remediation
cost would be. Ms. Corcoran stated that the estimated cost would be approximately
$10,000,000.00 for demolition and remediation. Mr. Dello Russo discussed that the total
investment is approximately $150,000,000.00. Mr. Dello Russo discussed that the
property currently has approximately $1,800,000.00 in outstanding taxes. He stated that
the City has incurred $800,000.00 in cost liened against the property. He stated that the
revenue will be $19,100,000.00 over the course of 20 years. He stated that Greystar will
receive $16,200,000.00 on the TIE. He stated that the property has generated a negative
$1,800,000.00 over the last 5 to 10 years. Councilor Pottier discussed that after 20 years,
the City receives 100% of the tax revenue. Councilor Borges discussed concerns for
parking overflow into the streets. Councilor Borges asked about the rental fees. Mr.
Harned stated that a one bedroom unit will be approximately $1,950.00 and a weighted
average of approximately $2,400 for the entire property. Councilor Duarte invited Mr.
Scanlon back into the enclosure and asked him to discuss the subject material of the peer
review. Mr. Scanlon discussed the numerous subjects that the peer review will include.
Mayor O'Connell asked Mr. Scanlon to provide this list to the City Council. Michael
Patneaude, the City Engineer, entered the enclosure and discussed that he reached out to
GPI to perform a comprehensive review of the impacts to the neighborhood. Councilor
Duarte discussed the impacts to public safety. He discussed that it is the responsibility of
the School Department to determine their needs as more children enter the school system.
He discussed that it is the responsibility of the Police Chief or his designee to determine
their needs based on the increased call volume. Mayor O'Connell asked if there was
anyone else present to speak at public input. J.P. Marcoux, 40 Summer Street, Taunton,
discussed his concerns regarding the number of available parking spaces. Motion was
made to close public input. So Voted. Motion was made to authorize the peer review as
described by the City Planner. On discussion, Councilor Borges discussed that an
independent study should be conducted to determine the impacts on the school system
and the public safety system. Councilor Quintal stated that this is a professional company
that is taking on a lot of unknowns and feels they will do what is asked of them. Motion
was made to authorize the peer review as described by the City Planner. Mr. Scanlon
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stated that the cost of the peer review is $29,800.00 and will be paid for by Greystone.
Motion was made to authorize the peer review as described by the City Planner in
the amount of $29,800.00 to be paid for by the applicant. On a roll call vote, eight (8)
Councilors were present, eight (8) Councilors voted in favor. The motion passes.
Councilor Conte was absent. Councilor Borges stated that it would be premature to
move this project forward without a proper analysis of the impact to the schools, as well
as public safety. Mr. Souls stated that the school-aged children studies are conducted by a
standard process for data collection. He stated that there are municipalities in the region
that have undertaken similar studies. Councilor Borges asked the applicant if they have
ever been asked to do an independent review on the impact to schools and public safety.
Attorney Sampson stated that there is a law in the Massachusetts Land Court that
indicates that a municipality cannot use school-aged children impacts to deny a special
permit. Councilor Borges asked if this law applies to the aspect of public safety. Attorney
Sampson stated that it does not apply to the public safety aspect and has not had anyone
request a third party review of this issue. Attorney Sampson stated that they can work
with the City to identify someone to perform this. Attorney Gay stated that the Council
can entertain a motion to refer to the next senior officer in the Department who is
qualified under the rules and regulations of Civil Service to provide a comment letter.
Motion was made to refer to the next senior officer in the Police Department who is
qualified under the rules and regulations of Civil Service to provide a comment
letter. So Voted. Motion was made to continue the hearing until March 18, 2025. So
Voted.
Communications from the Mavor:
The City Clerk read a communication from Mayor O'Connell regarding the approval of
the Solar Project on the City Landfill located at 330 East Britannia Street.
Appointments:
Reappointment of Josephine Dwuye, 37 Madison Street, Taunton to the Taunton Cultural
Council for a term of three (3) years which expires February 18, 2028. Motion was made
to approve. So Voted.
Communications from Citv Officers:
Com. from the Chairman of the Taunton Planning Board stating that the Planning Board
is in receipt of a Site Plan Review for property on 437 Whittenton Street for the
construction of 390 residential units in 10 three-story buildings, 3,900 sq. ft. clubhouse,
outdoor pool and 624 residential parking spaces, and 10,000 sq. ft. retail space with 35
off-street parking spaces, submitted by Greystar Development East, LLC. The Taunton
Planning Board will hold a public meeting on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 5:30pm at City
Hall. Motion was made to receive and place on file. So Voted.
Com. from the Chairman of the Taunton Planning Board stating that the Planning Board
is in receipt of a Form J Plan- Waiver of Frontage Requirements- for the division of one
lot into three lots for property at 80 Joshua Lane (parcel l.D. 135-38 and 135-39) East
Taunton, MA. The Taunton Planning Board will hold a public meeting on Thursday,
March 6, 2025 at 5 :30pm at City Hall. Motion was made to receive and place on file.
So Voted.
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Com. from the Chairman of the Taunton Planning Board stating that the Planning Board
is in receipt of a Site Plan Review for property at 55 Constitution Drive for the
construction of a 21,665 sq. ft. warehouse addition and a 50% waiver of the rear
landscape buffer, submitted by HC5, LLC. The Taunton Planning Board will hold a
public meeting on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 5:30pm at City Hall. Motion was made to
receive and place on file. So Voted.
Com. from the Chairman of the Taunton Planning Board stating that at the Taunton
Planning Board meeting held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, the Board was in receipt of
a letter from the Superintendent of Schools, John Cabral, relative to the City of Taunton
Housing Production Plan (draft) dated December 2024 submitted by Barrett Planning
Group. Motion was made to refer to the Committee of the Council as a Whole, the
Office of Economic and Community Development and/or the Law Department,
specifically to opine on whether the City Council can take action on this matter
without the approval of the Planning Board. So Voted.
Communications from Citizens:
Com. from Mary Ellen Blue, Rodman For Kids, 10 Lincoln Rd., Ste. 205, Foxboro, MA
requesting permission for the 35th Annual Rodman Ride for Kids to ride on Taunton city
roads, including some state highways. Motion was made to refer to the Police Chief
and the Fire Department, as well as.to approvethe event. So Voted.
Com. from SRPEDD, 88 Broadway, Taunton regarding the 2024 Year End Report.
Motion was made to receive and place on file and have SRPEDD come in to do a
presentation on the results of the Route 140 corridor study. So Voted. On discussion,
Councilor Duarte stated that one of the local Taunton projects that is included on page
#14 was the Route 140 corridor study that was done in partnership with the OECD and
SRPEDD. He had requested previously that SRPEDD come in to do a presentation on the
results of that study and was told that they were in communication with OECD and the
Mayor's Office to receive the go ahead to schedule that with the City Council.
Petitions:
Class II License - Transfer of Ownership
Petition submitted by Scott Gregory, 77 West Bay Dr., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, Scott's
Service Center, Inc. located at 129-131 Ingell St, Taunton requesting to transfer his Class
II License to Sean Stacey, 106 Highland St., Taunton who will keep the same business
name and location. Motion was made to refer to the Committee on Police and License
and the Police Chief. So Voted.
Claim
Claim submitted by Joshua James, 18 Bluegrass Circle, Taunton, MA 02780 seeking
reimbursement for damages to his automobile from hitting a pothole near 376 & 368
Tremont Street. (Already Referred to the Law Department and DPW)
Committee Reports:
Motion was made for Committee Reports to be read by title and approved. So
Voted. Recommendations adopted to reflect the votes as recorded in Committee
Reports. So Voted.
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Unfinished Business:
NONE.
Orders, Ordinances and Resolutions:
Ordinance for a first reading to be passed to a second reading
AN ORDINANCE TO ALLOW THE WAIVER OF FEES FOR OBTAINING
CERTIFIED BIRTH CERTIFICATES FOR HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS
Chapter 250: Fees
Article VI: City Clerk Fees
Be it ordained by the Municipal Council of the City of Taunton and by authority of the
same as follows:
Article VI of Chapter 250 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Taunton, as
amended, is hereby further amended by adding thereto Section 250-14 entitled
Waiver of Fees for Obtaining Certified Birth Certificates for Homeless Individuals:-
Section 1. Purpose and Intent
The purpose of this ordinance is to grant the City Clerk the authority to waive the fee for
issuing a certified birth certificate to homeless individuals.
Section 2. Definitions
For the purposes of this ordinance, the following terms shall have the meanings assigned
to them:
1. Homeless Individual: A person who lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate
nighttime residence as defined by 42 U.S.C. Section 11302.
2. Agency Assisting a Homeless Individual: An organization or service provider
engaged in the support and assistance of homeless individuals, including but not
limited to shelters, housing providers, and healthcare organizations.
3. Affidavit of Homeless Status for Fee Waiver: A form provided by the City
Clerk's Office, which must be completed and submitted as verification of the
individual's homeless status.
Section 3. Authorization to Waive Fees
The City Clerk is hereby authorized to waive the fee for issuing a certified copy of a birth
certificate under the following conditions:
1. The applicant, being the homeless individual, submits a completed Affidavit of
Homeless Status for Fee Waiver to the City Clerk's Office.
2. The affidavit is completed in accordance with the requirements specified by the
City Clerk and verifies that the individual requesting the fee waiver meets the
definition of a homeless individual as outlined in Section 2 of this ordinance.
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3. The applicant has not received a fee waiver for a birth certificate within the past
twelve (12) months.
4. The City Clerk may waive the fee if an applicant has received a fee waiver for a
birth certificate within the past twelve (12) months, provided there is good cause.
Good cause requires that the circumstances necessitating the reissuance of the
certificate are valid and not an abuse of the waiver's intended purpose.
Section 4. Administrative Requirements
1. The City Clerk's Office shall maintain a supply of the Affidavit of Homeless
Status for Fee Waiver forms for distribution to the public and agencies assisting
homeless individuals.
2. Records of waived fees shall be documented for reporting purposes and in
compliance with applicable financial and recordkeeping policies of the City.
3. Individuals shall be required to show photo identification or sufficient proof of
identification to receive any records deemed restricted under state law. The City
Clerk shall make such determination as to what is sufficient identification in the
event the individual does not have a valid photo l.D.
All ordinances or parts thereof inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed. This
Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon passage.
Motion was made to pass to a second reading. So Voted.
New Business:
NONE.
List of Documents and Other Exhibits:
• Agenda
• Mayor's List of Upcoming Community Events- February 18, 2025
Meeting adjourned at 9:03 P.M.
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Councilor Estele Borges
Councilor Scott Martin
Also Present: Patrick Delio Russo, CFO
Jay Pateakos, Director of Community and Economic Development
The meeting was called to order at 5:39 PM.
1. Approve minutes from February 11, 2025.
Motion by Ms. Borges and (second by Mr. Martin) to approve. So voted.
2. Review the weekly vouchers and payroll for City departments.
Motion by Ms. Borges (second by Mr. Martin) to approve the payroll warrant in the amount
o/$5,359,931.42. So voted.
Motion by Ms. Borges (second by Mr. Martin) to approve the accounts payable warrant in
the amounto/$3,646,571.60. So voted.
3. Meet to discuss the potential dissolution of the Airport and Parking Commission revolving
funds as of June 30, 2025.
Mr. Duarte read a letter from Mr. Delio Russo dated 1/23/25 and an email from Mr. Dello
Russo dated 2/5/25 making the request and providing some data.
Mr. Dello Russo explained that the DOR is having a difficult time allowing the City to set the
tax rate annually and the suggestion is that these two funds go from revolving funds to part of
the general fund.
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Mr. Martin stated that he spoke with Airport Manager Foley and Airport Commissioner
Turner and both have no issue with this change. Likewise, he spoke with Jay Dorsey of the
Parking Commission and he had no issue with this as well.
Mr. Dello Russo stressed that this is an accounting change and there will be no change to the
oversite.
Ms. Borges stated that she also spoke to Mr. Dorsey and he has no issue with this change but
that she has concerns with making this change when the City Council has no control over
what happens at the airport or with the parking rates. She indicated that this has never been
an issue and asked what the benefits of such a change would be. Mr. Dello Russo stated that
DOR is requiring this. Mr. Pateakos explained that the Airport has a 5 acre parcel of land
that they would like to lease and that the Taunton Redevelopment Authority will be helping.
They need to complete a wetlands survey before proceeding. Mr. Pateakos suggested that
this site would be suitable for R&D or light manufacturing. Mr. Dello Russo stated that this
change wouldn't preclude the possibility of going back to an airport revolving account at a
later time. He noted that additional parking would help the Parking Commission. Ms.
Borges asked if all the office spaces have been leased at the Airport and Mr. Pateakos stated
that he believes there is one left.
Mr. Duarte asked if the DOR is recommending this change because it is impacting the setting
of the tax rate and Mr. Dello Russo confirmed and stated that this is because there has been a
recurring deficit and you can't have an account that doesn't support itself. Mr. Duarte asked
ifthe DOR looks for a set number of years to identify a pattern. Mr. Dello Russo stated that
the DOR has asked questions and the City needs to be able to set the tax rate. Mr. Duarte
asked ifthe $80,000 debt is for the parking deck and Mr. Dello Russo confirmed. Mr. Duarte
stated that he believes having at least one free lot in the City is a benefit. He asked if there is
any information on how other communities with airports or parking commissions handle
these accounts and Mr. Dello Russo stated that it varies. Mr. Duarte asked if the purpose is
for these accounts to be self-sustaining and Mr. Dello Russo confirmed and indicated that
they are not currently but hopefully will be in the future.
Mr. Sanders asked if the DOR is requiring the City or recommending that the City take this
action. Mr. Dello Russo stated that it was requested by the DOR that all revolving and
enterprise accounts must be self-supporting. Mr. Sanders asked if there would be a penalty
to not making this change and Mr. Dello Russo stated that the biggest penalty would be not
being able to set the tax rate and the DOR made it clear that the accounts need to be able to
pay for themselves. Mr. Dello Russo noted that the Parking Commission numbers do not
include the debt service of $80,000 annually.
Mr. Pottier asked where the developable space is at the airport and Mr. Pateakos stated that it
is off Caswell Street. Mr. Pottier suggested that S&P would not look kindly on the
comments from the DOR were the City not to follow their recommendations.
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Februa1y 18, 2025
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Ms. Borges asked if this has been the recommendation from the DOR for the last 7 years and
Mr. Dello Russo stated that it has come up the last couple years and this past year there was
an email from the DOR stating that you can't have an account that doesn't pay for itself.
Mr. McCaul asked if the Airport has been audited and Mr. Dello Russo stated that the Airport
is part of the City's audit every year. Mr. McCaul stated that the Parking Commission does
not seem to be in a deficit and Mr. Dello Russo reiterated that the numbers do not include the
debt service.
Motion by Mr. Martin (second by Mr. Duarte) to dissolve the Airport and Parldng Revolving
Funds as ofJune 30, 2025. Councilors Martin and Duarte voted yes. Councilor Borges
voted no. The motion passed 2-1.
Motion by Mr. Martin (second by Mr. Duarte) to close any available funds from the Airport
Commission and the Parldng Commission to the undesignatedfund balance in the general
fund Councilors Martin and Duarte voted yes. Councilor Borges voted no. The motion
passed 2-1.
4. Meet to discuss the request that the TMLP Commissioners' stipends be increased.
Mr. Duarte read a letter from Kim Holmes, TMLP General Manager, dated 11/20/24. He
also read an email from City Solicitor Matthew Costa dated 2/3/25.
Mr. Duarte stated that the City ordained the Ordinance on 6/6/23 after the School Committee
had decided to put an increase in their budget. At that time every stipend paid to boards,
committees, and commissions were listed in the Ordinance. The City Council received an
increase, they ordained the School Committee's increase, and an adjustment was made to the
Zoning Board since they had taken on some permit granting authority that had previously
belonged to the Planning Board. No other boards, committees, or commissions were
considered and at that time it was not a comprehensive review of all boards, committees, and
conumss1ons.
Ms. Borges stated that it was her impression that the TMLP Commission would vote on their
own stipends. However, she indicated that she is not opposed to the increase. Mr. Duarte
stated that when they put the Ordinance together the TMLP Commission was added.
Mr. Duarte stated that he thinks the requested increase is bold considering that the Planning
Board receives $3000, the Retirement Board receives $4500, and the Zoning Board receives
$2500. He explained that Planning Board and Zoning Board meetings can be lengthy and
they have many documents to review. Mr. Duarte stated that the TMLP Commission meets
at 4pm once a month which he does not consider to be easily accessible to the public. He
indicated that their meetings rarely go over an hour and usually are 20-40 minutes in length.
There is an executive session on every agenda but the public part of the meeting is less than
an hour. Mr. Duarte suggested that it is very difficult to provide public input to this board.
He noted that he had brought up the issue where certain circuits in the City are at capacity for
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February 18, 2025
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solar and a letter was sent to the TMLP Commission and there has been no response to date.
Mr. Duarte stated that he doesn't have an issue with the School Committee's stipend since
they meet twice a month for regular meeting which can be quite lengthy, they serve on
subcommittees, and they are at the negotiating table for all units that fall under the School
Committee. He suggested that he is not against reviewing stipends but it needs to be
intentional and, even in 2000, $6000 was probably too much.
Ms. Borges suggested that it would be appropriate to invite in the General Manager and the
Chairman.
Mr. Sanders stated that when the Council voted for an increase for the City Council, that
increase was to take effect after the next election. He stated that the letter from TMLP was
submitted by the General Manager and not the TMLP Commissioners themselves. Mr.
Sanders suggested that the Finance and Salaries Committee set a date certain by which any of
the boards and committees who would like a raise should submit their request and that the
request should be publicly voted upon by the Board. He stated that if the TMLP
Commissioners think they need a raise, he would prefer that the request would be sent by the
TMLP Commissioners along with a public vote on the raise.
Mr. Pottier stated that based on the letter it sounds like they are looking for retro as well as an
increase.
Mr. Martin suggested that this topic be discussed in the Municipal Council as opposed to the
subcommittee. Mr. Duarte stated that anything voted out of Committee would be ratified by
the Full Council.
Ms. Borges stated that she would like to keep this on file and invite the Chair and General
Manager to learn more about what they do.
Motion by Ms. Borges (second by Mr. Martin) to keep this on file and invite the General
Manager and the TMLP Chairman in to discuss the letter, the request, and to learn more
about the responsibilities of the TMLP Commission.
Mr. McCaul noted that this money comes from the rate payers, not the City budget. Mr.
Duarte confirmed and stated that the stipend is set by the Council but perhaps the City could
file a Home Rule petition to change the Special Act and allow the TMLP Commission to set
their stipend.
Ms. Borges amended her motion (second by Mr. Martin): include a date of the 2/25/25 to
meet with the General Manager and the TMLP Chairman of the Commission and also have
the TMLP Commission take tJpublic vote going on record supporting the stipend increase at
their next board meeting and report that back to the Council.
Mr. Pottier suggested that they have the Commission take their vote before coming back.
Ms. Borges withdrew her motion.
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Motion by Ms. Borges (second by Mr. Martin) to request that the TMLP Commission at their
next board meeting take a vote on supporting the stipend increase and contact the Clerk of
Committees to put this back on the agenda to have them come in to discuss the TMLP
Commission's duties and responsibilities. So voted.
Motion by Ms. Borges and (second by Mr. Martin) to adjourn at 6:40 PM So voted.
List o(Documents and Other Exhibits Used:
The Committee on Finance and Salaries Meeting Minutes from 2/11/25
Payroll Warrant #133
Bill Invoice Warrant #132
List of items over $100,000
Letter from Patrick Dello Russo dated 1/23/25
Email from Patrick Dello Russo dated 2/5/25
Letter from Kim Holmes dated 11/20/24
Email from Matthew Costa dated 2/3/25
Respectfully submitted,
Maggie E. Clarke
Clerk of Council Committees
Committee on Finance and Salaries
February 18, 2025
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Agenda
MUNICIPAL COUNCIL AGENDA
CHESTER R. MARTIN MUNICIPAL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
15 SUMMER STREET, TAUNTON, MA 02780
FEBRUARY 18, 2025-7:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
ROLL CALL
READING OF THE RECORDS FROM FEBRUARY 11, 2025
C!ty Clerk's Office
PUBLIC INPUT Notice of Posting
• Comments will be received for the record
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Please state your name and address
Please limit comments to 3 minutes or less Date: a./3 . J5
• Supplemental written comments may also be provided ~
• Comments should be addressed to the body as a whole and pertain to the business
of the City
HEARING: On the petition submitted by Attorney Gregory S. Sampson,
Sullivan & Worcester LLP, 1 Post Office Square, Boston, MA
02109 on behalf of his client Ryan Souls, Greystar Development
East, LLC, One Federal Street, Suite #1804, Boston, MA 02110 for
a Special Permit to allow:
A development consisting of 390 residential units with a 195 space
parking space waiver and a total of 10,000 sq. ft. of
retail/commercial space at 437 Whittenton Street located in the
Business District.
• Com. from City Planner - Submitting Comments
• Com. from City Engineer - Submitting Comments
• Com. from Conservation Agent - Submitting Comments
• Com. from Asst. Executive Director, Board of Health -
Submitting Comments
• Com. from Deputy Fire Chief - Submitting Comment
• Com. from Police Chief - Submitting Comment Recusal
• Com. from Executive Director, Economic Development -
Expressing Support
• Com. from DPW Commissioner - Submitting Comments
• Com. and Email from Richard and Linda Peterson, 78
Sunset Drive, Taunton - Expressing Concerns
• Map of Location
• Deed on File
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
• Com. from Mayor O'Connell - Notifying of Approval of Solar Project on City
Landfill at 330 East Britannia Street
• Community Update
APPOINTMENTS
• Reappointment of Josephine Dwuye, 37 Madison Street, Taunton to the Taunton
Cultural Council for a term of three (3) years which expires February 18, 2028.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY OFFICERS
Pg. 1 Com. from Chairman, Taunton Planning Board - Notifying of a Public
Hearing
Pg. 2 Com. from Chairman, Taunton Planning Board - Notifying of a Public
Hearing
Pg.3 Com. from Chairman, Taunton Planning Board - Notifying of a Public
Hearing
Pg. 4-6 Com. from Chairman, Taunton Planning Board - Providing Information
on City of Taunton Housing Production Plan (SEPARATE PACKET)
COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS
Pg. 7-12 Com. from Mary Ellen Blue, Rodman For Kids, 10 Lincoln Rd., Ste. 205,
Foxboro, MA -Requesting to Conduct the 35th Annual Rodman Ride for
Kids
Pg. 13-18 Com. from SRPEDD, 88 Broadway, Taunton - Submitting the 2024 Year
End Report
PETITIONS
Class II License - Transfer of Ownership
Petition submitted by Scott Gregory, 77 West Bay Dr., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, Scott's
Service Center, Inc. located at 129-131 Ingell St, Taunton requesting to transfer his Class
II License to Sean Stacey, 106 Highland St., Taunton who will keep the same business
name and location.
Claim
Claim submitted by Joshua James, 18 Bluegrass Circle, Taunton, MA 02780 seeking
reimbursement for damages to his automobile from hitting a pothole near 376 & 368
Tremont Street. (Already Referred to the Law Department and DPW)
COMMITTEE REPORTS
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ORDERS, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinance for a first reading to be passed to a second reading
AN ORDINANCE TO ALLOW THEWAIVER OF FEES FOR OBTAINING
CERTIFIED BIRTH CERTIFICATES FOR HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS
Chapter 250: Fees
Article VI: City Clerk Fees
Be it ordained by the Municipal Council of the City of Taunton and by authority of the
same as follows:
Article VI of Chapter 250 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Taunton, as
amended, is hereby further amended by adding thereto Section 250-14 entitled
Waiver of Fees for Obtaining Certified Birth Certificates for Homeless Individuals:-
Section 1. Purpose and Intent
The purpose of this ordinance is to grant the City Clerk the authority to waive the fee for
issuing a certified birth certificate to homeless individuals.
Section 2. Definitions
For the purposes of this ordinance, the following terms shall have the meanings assigned
to them:
1. Homeless Individual: A person who lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate
nighttime residence as defined by 42 U.S.C. Section 11302.
2. Agency Assisting a Homeless Individual: An organization or service provider
engaged in the support and assistance of homeless individuals, including but not
limited to shelters, housing providers, and healthcare organizations.
3. Affidavit of Homeless Status for Fee Waiver: A form provided by the City
Clerk's Office, which must be completed and submitted as verification of the
individual's homeless status.
Section 3. Authorization to Waive Fees
The City Clerk is hereby authorized to waive the fee for issuing a certified copy of a birth
certificate under the following conditions:
1. The applicant, being the homeless individual, submits a completed Affidavit of
Homeless Status for Fee Waiver to the City Clerk's Office.
2. The affidavit is completed in accordance with the requirements specified by the
City Clerk and verifies that the individual requesting the fee waiver meets the
definition of a homeless individual as outlined in Section 2 of this ordinance.
3. The applicant has not received a fee waiver for a birth certificate within the past
twelve (12) months.
4. The City Clerk may waive the fee if an applicant has received a fee waiver for a
birth certificate within the past twelve (12) months, provided there is good cause.
Good cause requires that the circumstances necessitating the reissuance of the
certificate are valid and not an abuse of the waiver's intended purpose.
Section 4. Administrative Requirements
1. The City Clerk's Office shall maintain a supply of the Affidavit of Homeless
Status for Fee Waiver forms for distribution to the public and agencies assisting
homeless individuals.
2. Records of waived fees shall be documented for reporting purposes and in
compliance with applicable financial and recordkeeping policies of the City.
3. Individuals shall be required to show photo identification or sufficient proof of
identification to receive any records deemed restricted under state law. The City
Clerk shall make such determination as to what is sufficient identification in the
event the individual does not have a valid photo I.D.
All ordinances or parts thereof inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed. This
Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon passage.
NEW BUSINESS - NONE
Respectfully submitted,
(114 if? .
,)#nnifel LegY-
L.
(;I Jei City Clerk
City of Taunton, Massachusetts
DEPARTMENT OF
PLANNING AND CONSERVATION
Location: 141 Oak Street
Mailing: 15 Summer Street
Taunton, Massachusetts 02780
Kevin R Scanlon, Director/ Planner AICP
Michele Restino, Conservation Agent Phone 508-821-1051, 508-821-1043
Phone 508-821-1095 Fax 508-821-1665
http://www. taunton-ma.~ov
February 5, 2025
Honorable Shaunna O'Connell, Mayor
Municipal Council
15 Summer Street
Taunton, Ma 02780
RE: Specilll Permit -437 Whittenton Street - multifamily
This letter is in regards to the Special Permit request for a 390 unit multi family development at 437
Whittenton Street located in the Business District.
The petition will need a Site Plan Review filing and an Order of Conditions from the Conservation
Commission.
Comments were received from the Engineering, Conservation Agent, Board of Health, and Fire
Department. (see attached)
I have the following comments; .
Condition #1): The Proponent has requested and been granted a waiver from the City's requirement to
provide 2.0 parking spaces per residential unit. The Project has been approved with a design that shows
624 parking spaces that will be constructed for the residential portion of the Project, resulting in a ratio
ofl .6 spaces per unit. In support of its request for this waiver, the Proponent has designed several reserve
areas for parking, totaling 156 spaces, and committed to converting these reserve areas to paved parking
spaces if the residential demand for parking exceeds the number of spaces available. The reserved areas
have been factored into the stormwater management design and lot coverage values to demonstrate that
that the Project meets applicable requirements even if the reserved spaces eventually need to be
constructed. The Proponent has agreed to the following condition regarding the monitoring of parking
usage and a commitment to building out reserve parking areas as follows:
The Proponent shall monitor parking demand by requiring annual registration of resident vehicles in
connection with the leasing of the apartment units. The Proponent shall also request, on an annual
basis, records from the City of Taunton regarding the number of vehicles that are registered with the
City of Taunton for the property. If, at any time, the number of vehicles registered for the property (as
evidenced by leasing records or by City excise tax records) exceeds the value of 95% of the number of
parking spaces then currently constructed, the Proponent shall notify the Office of Planning and it
shall proceed to construct a minimum of 25 parking spaces. The Proponent shall be required to obtain
all necessary approvals for the construction of the parking areas; provided, however, that site plan
µev.-r· i' j
review shall not be required so long as the construction of the spaces are consistent with the plans
approved in this Decision.
Condition 2) The Engineering Department is requesting a peer review. The scope of the peer review
would be a review of the of the drainage system and traffic analysis. I concur with the need for a peer
review and can follow the process utilized for subdivisions
Condition #3) The commercial area is being split off into a separate lot which will receive a separate site
plan review and/or special permit depending on actual use. The site is interconnected with the main
parcel. Recorded easements for access and utilities shall be approved and recorded prior to any building
permits
Condition #4) The public green space shown on the plan does not have a defined scope of use. Also, who
will oversee how it will be utilized. This could be finalized in the Site Plan Review but some framework
should be defined in the Special Permit
If you have any questions, please contact me at 508-821-1051
Sincerely,
~
Kevin R Scanlon,
Director AICP
CITY of TAUNTON
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
ENGINEERING DIVISION
90 /11gell Street
Tau11to11, Massachusetts 02780-35()7
Phone: 508-821-1027
Michael P. Patneaude, P.E.
City Engineer
January 21, 2025
Members of the Municipal Council
15 Summer Street
Taunton, MA 02780
c/o: Jennifer Leger, City Clerk
RE: Special Permit filing - 437 Whittenton Street - 390 Residential units and 1O,OOOsf retail/commercial
Dear Members of the Municipal Council;
In reviewing the plans and associated documents for the Special Permit, there is no objection to the
special permit as presented. However, considering the size and scope of the proposal, it is recommended
that a peer review or third party review be conducted to review the plans and documents for a
comprehensive site plan review. This could be accomplished through the Planning Department using one
of the two contracted engineering firms used for construction oversight for approved subdivisions.
This should be made a condition of approval before the Site Plan Review application is submitted to allow
for a reasonable amount of time to conduct a thorough review.
~~
Michael Patneaude, P.E.
City Engineer
Cc: Kevin Scanlon, Director/Planner AICP
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City of Taunton, Massachusetts
CONSERVATION
COMMISSION
OFFICE: 141 Oak Street
MAILING ADDRESS: 15 Summer Street
Taunton, Massachusetts 02780
Phone 508-821-1095
Conservation Commissioners
Steven Turner, Chair
Debbie Botellio, Vice Chair
Joshua Borden
Richard Enos
Luis Freitas
Matthew Haggerty
Jan Rego
December 30, 2024
Municipal Council
RE: Special Permit filing - 437 Whittenton Street - 390 Residential units and 10,000 sf retail/
commercial
This project requires the filing of a Notice of Intent with the Taunton Conservation Commission as there
are multiple resource areas on and adjacent to the property.
Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns at mrestino@taunton-ma.gov .
City of Taunton BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. BRYAN BAGDASIAN
Dr. BRUCE E. BODNER
Board of Health Dr. CHARLES A. THAYER
141 Oak Street
Taunton, MA 02780-3212 ADAMS. VICKSTROM CP-FS, HHS
ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
November 21, 2024
TO: Planning and Conservation
FROM: Adam S. Vickstrom
Assistant Executive Director
Board of Health
RE: Special Permit Filing - 437 Whittenton Street
The Board of Health has reviewed the following:
Special Permit Filing - 437 Whittenton Street
All dwellings must comply with the Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human
Habitation, State Sanitary Code, Chapter II.
Telephone 508-821-1400 I Fax 508-821-1403
1/14/25,.7:45 AM 437 Whittenton Street - special permit referral - Denise Paiva - Outlook
rm Outlook
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437 Whittenton Street - special permit referral
From Robert Bastis <rbastis@tauntonfd.com>
Date Mon 1/13/2025 4:22 PM
To Denise Paiva <dpaiva@taunton-ma.gov>
This message originated from outside of the City of Taunton Email.
Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is
safe.
I have reviewed plans for the proposed 390 residential units and determined sufficient
fire department access exists.
No further comment from this office.
Deputy Chief Robert J. Bastis Jr.
Fire Inspector/Investigations Coordinator
Office of Fire Prevention & Investigations
141 Oak Street Taunton, Ma. 02780
0: (508)821-1453
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CITY OF TAUNTON
POLICE DEPARTMENT
CHIEF 23 SUMMER STREET
EDWARD JAMES WALSH TAUNTON, MA 02780
(508) 821-1471
February 2, 2025
Mayor Shaunna O'Connell and
Members of the Municipal Council
City Hall
15 Summer Street
Taunton, MA 02780
Dear Mayor 0' Connell:
I have been informed that the Municipal Council may be seeking my input on the petition of Greystar
Development East currently scheduled for a hearing before the Municipal Council. I believe that my
participation in this matter would be a conflict of interest for me under Massachusetts General Law Chapter
268A§ 19. I received an abutter notification for the hearing which is currently scheduled by the council. As an
abutter, I believe that the State Ethics Commission would find that I have a "financial interest" in any decision
relative to this permit. As such, I am unable to participate in this discussion, or delegate anyone from the
department as this simple delegation would be considered "participation" from the perspective of the State
Ethics Commission regulations. I would reference the decision of the State Ethics Commission Advisory 05-02
relating to this issue for further information.
The Ordinances of the City of Taunton Section 19-10 provides the following:
In the absence or death of the Chief of Police, the next senior officer of the Department in length of service and who is
qualified therefor under the rules and regulations of the civil service, and if no officer is so qualified, then the senior officer in
length of service as a senior officer, shall assume and perform all the regular duties of the Chief of Police and be clothed with
all authority now vested in the Chief of Police under the General Laws, the provisions of this article and the ordinances of the
City, until the return of the Chief of Police to his/her duties or the appointment of a successor to the Chief of Police, in the
event of his/her death.
While I would defer to the Law Department on this issue, the Council may consider my recusal as an absence
under the ordinance and use the section for the limited purpose of having the senior officer address any issues
the Council may have about petition.
Respectfully,
Edward James Walsh, Esq.
Chief of Police
CITY OF TAUNTON
OFFICEOFECONOMICANDCO:Ml\1UN1TY
DEVELOPMENT
15 Summer Street, Suite 302
Taunton, MA 02780
Jay Patealros Phone: 508-821-1030
Jim Howland
ExecutfireDkl:!ctor AssistantDirecior
Februa:ty 13,2025
Re:Greystm:/Whittenton Mi11s Letter of Support
Deat' City Council,
The Tatmton 0 fffoe of Ec01mtnfo & Commtmify Develop11lent is excited forthe potential of
the 42,.acreformer Whitteqton Mills Property being devel{)pedbyGreystar. Haviµga developer
able to comein aremediate the land and .demolish the buildings to make way for39.0•m1its is the
rarest of tares iI1 .the development world,
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and adjustedthisprojectsfoce the veryheginning. Wenown1eetweekly v\dth themto go over
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Greystar and look forward to attn;icting.a greatcommercial tenant at the site that would be a huge
attractfonnotonly for the developmentbut the Whittenton .area in. general, Wecalsolove.fhefact
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MEMBERS OF THE TAUNTON CITY COUNCIL
February 6, 2025
Greetings to all concerned.
I am writing this letter in regards to the SPECIAL PERMIT application being submitted by GREYSTAR
Ltd. for the 437 WHITTENTON MILL DEVELOPMENT OF 390 apartments and related improvements in the
Whittenton section of the city.
As an abutter to the property for over 45 years, I have submitted a list of concerns after I read the
GREYSTAR INFORMATION PACKET that is being submitted for the permitting process to begin. Those
concerns have been attached to this letter.
I understand that some questions require more than one answer from many different avenues of
information and that they may not be available until after the transfer of ownership of the property. In
any event, the concerns have been there for quite some time.
My wife and I were present at the initial October neighborhood meeting and we look forward to
more of them as the process moves forward. Open and quality conversations must take place with all
the city residences so that there is no misunderstanding of the size and impact that this will have on the
City of Taunton, Bristol County, Massachusetts in the coming years.
Respectfully submitted for consideration,
Richard and Linda Peterson
78 Sunset Drive
Taunton, Ma.
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Fwd: Greystar info packet
From: R PETERSON (press55@aol.com)
To: rpeterson@albertbasse.com; luvorchids@icloud.com
Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 09:10 PM EST
Sent from my iPhone
Rich Peterson
508 277 2633
Begin forwarded message:
From: R PETERSON <press55@aol.com>
Date: January 15, 2025 at 9:08:06 PM EST
To: Kevin Scanlon <kscanlon@taunton-ma.gov>
Subject: Re: Greystar info packet
Greetings Mr. Scanlon,
I have reviewed the info you shared. The take away points I have considered after looking over
the Special Permit App info are as follows:
1. Extensive plans to handle Storm Water will result in a very wet defunct railroad bed. This already is
an issue because there is stagnant water in there well beyond a 72 hour maximum to drain. The
Whittenton Playground already dumps water into the railroad bed and remains . All neighborhood
properties that border the 437 Whittenton Mill property also do the same. The results of this issue have
caused many bordering trees to die and historically fall across the abandoned railroad bed. It is a
Mosquito nesting ground already.
Greystars recommended procedures for Storm Water Remediation on their proposed development
, and plans call for many onsite procedures that are to be implemented for safety reasons.
As a bordering resident, this is cause for concern. The development will support walking trails that
currently are about the property. Pet owners use these trails and the railroad bed now.
There are no statements in the provided information about any construction plans of fencing to be
installed. It should be extensive in my opinion.
Who is currently responsible for this defunct railroad bed? The city of Taunton? That bordering
depression is a Safety and Health hazard, as well as a Whittenton Demarkation Line that is well
traveled by the homeless and marauding ATV' s on any given day.
As an abutter, this must be addressed by all concerned .
2. As part of the Storm water management plan submitted by Greystar, the site will require snow to be
trucked offsite in the event of Back to Back storms as stated. This will require extensive support and
co-ordination efforts by all residence who reside there when it comes to parked cars and plowing
efforts by sub contractors .... I do not see any plans for equipment storage sheds in the application
planning. How is it to be handled and supported?
The Special Permit Application calls for extensive support of the BRISTOL COUNTY MOSQUITO
BOARD to treat and spray as recommended with sign offs when the actions have been satisfied. This
is mandatory in the Storm Water BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE procedures.
3. Is Greystar aware and have they taken into account in their prefabrication plans that the Quarry is
still in operation?
My home windows shake and the aftershock is still quite alarming on days they blast. My home is
a considerable distance away. The Mill is considerably closer to the Quarry.
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4. In review of the many site plan drawings, I see studies and information explained that have been
overlayed on maps that still carry the Whittenton Pond part of the Mill River. That all has changed
since the dam was removed years ago.
Are the best practices up to date on FEMA regulations for flood control and has the most recent
information guidelines available been used for all the possible flood scenarios???
I raise this question because in the event of a flood threat, its my understanding that all handicap
residences will be on the ground floor , given the fact that there are no elevators in any of the 3 story
buildings.
5. The Traffic study resulted in minimal support for any kind of help for current problems that get worse
with growth. I realize that the area is not their problem ..... only what is on or near Whittenton Street
has to be addressed. The additional stop signs on Bay and Whittenton intersection will help to slow
down the speeds.
The northern end of Whittenton St and Bay St was not addressed however and is just as much a
potential issue. Due to curves in either direction , pulling out onto Bay St. is difficult because it too is
blind looking to go North and South.
The diagram in the study is not sufficient enough to spell out the dangers here. Cars have to be out in
to Bay St. before they can see to enter oncoming traffic.
Another street that currently hasn't been addressed to my knowledge is Jackson St and Rte 138
Broadway.
This already is extremely difficult to navigate when pulling out onto Broadway from the Jackson St.
que line that blocks the Gas station curb cut.
Grid lock is common because no one can see to move in any direction.
Exit traffic from BOTERA has made it worse.
The gas station curb cut should be eliminated and fenced off from autos.
This is an extremely busy intersection in the 4-7 pm timeframe Monday thru Friday and Saturdays all
day.
Sent from my iPhone
Rich Peterson
508 277 2633
On Jan 10, 2025, at 11 :37 AM, Kevin Scanlon <kscanlon@taunton-ma.gov> wrote:
File share link:
City of Taunton - SRecial Permit Submission
The link contains the following information:
Application - Municipal Council Special Permit_12.19.24
Attachment 1- 2005.05.18 - Quitclaim Deed - Infinity Holding
Attachment 2 - City's Certified Abutter List
Attachment 3 -Greystar - Letter to City Council re Tax Liens
Attachment 4 -Tax status application form
Attachment 5 - Filing Fee Check
Appendix 1- C-1888-07A- Issued for Special Permit (Site development and
architectural drawings)
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Appendix 2 - 1888-07A- Drainage Report
Appendix 3 - Whittenton Street_Development Impact Statement and Traffic
Report
Appendix 3a - Whittenton Street_Development Impact Statement
ONLY
Appendix 3b - Whittenton Street_Traffic Study ONLY
Kevin Scanlon, Director AICP
Planning and Conservation Department
City of Taunton, Ma
Taunton, Ma 02780
508-821-1051
Mailing address: 15 Summer Street
Physical address: 141 Oak Street
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CHIEF OF STAFF
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City Hall Patrick D. Delio Russo, Jr.
I 5 Summer Street · Taunton MA 02780 CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
(508) 82 I- I 000
Gill E. Enos
BUDGET DIRECTOR
MAYOR SHAUNNA O'CONNELL
February 11, 2025
Council President Scott Martin
Members of the Taunton Municipal Council
15 Summer Street
Taunton, MA 02780
Dear Council President Martin and Members of the Municipal Council,
I am pleased and proud to report to you and our Residents that the City of Taunton has received
notification from ISO New England that the Solar Project on the City landfill located at 330 East
Britannia Street has been approved to begin installation of the solar array. This is a major milestone
in Taunton's first ever solar project.
The installation is slated to begin in early August. This is another initiative from our team that will
generate $400,000 annually in new revenue, easing the burden on taxpayers.
Furthermore, our lease agreement with Next Grid requires them to install and maintain the solar
array, resulting in additional savings to the City. We are also very proud to be producing emission-
free energy for our residents.
I would like to thank the Finance Department and our partners at TMLP for all of their hard work
and dedication in bringing this project to fruition.
Sincerely,
Mayor Shaunna O' Connell
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IS~:.· ..~ew england Vice President, System Planni ng
February 7, 2025
Mr. Nick Parrotta
Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant
500 W Water St,
Taunton, MA 02780
Subject: Taunton Landfill Solar, 330 East Britania Street Solar- Proposed Plan Application (PPA)- TMLP-25-
GOl
Dear Mr. Parrotta,
This letter is to inform you that, pursuant to review under Section 1.3.9 of the ISO Tariff, no significant
adverse effect has been identified with regard to the following PPA:
TMLP-25-GOl-Generator application from Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant on behalfofTaunton Landfill
Solar for the installation of a 2.99 MW Solar facility in Taunton, MA and interconnecting to Station 18 via
the 1814.32 Feeder. The proposed in-service date for this project is October 1, 2025. The Reliability
Committee (RC) reviewed the materials presented in support of the proposed project and did not identify
a significant adverse effect on the reliability or operating characteristics of its transmission facilities, the
transmission facilities of another Transmission Owner or the system of any other Market Participant.
Having given due consideration to the RC review, ISO New England has determined that implementation of
the plan will not have a significant adverse effect upon the reliability or operating characteristics of the
Transmission Owner's transmission facilities, the transmission facilities of another Transmission Owner, or
the system ofa Market Participant. A determination under Section 1.3.9 of the ISO Tariffis limited to a review
of the reliability impacts of a proposed project as submitted by Participants and does not constitute an
approval of a proposed project under any other provisions of the ISO Tariff.
Sincerely,
/sf Al McBride
Alan McBride
Vice President, System Planning
cc: Proposed Plan Applications
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City of Taunton Ligia M. Madeira, Esq.
CHIEF OF STAFF
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City Hall Patrick D. Delio Russo, Jr.
15 Summer Street · Taunton MA 02780 CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
(508) 821-1000
Gill E. Enos
MAYOR SHAUNNA O'CONNELL BUDGET DIRECTOR
Community Updates - February 18, 2025
February Art Exhibit at Trescott Street Gallery & Gift Shoppe
• February 5- 28, Wed 12pm-5pm, Thu 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm, 8
Trescott Street
• "We Are All Connected: Roots Through the Generations" - an exhibit celebrating unity,
resilience and interconnectedness of all people and generations.
• Free Admission
School Vacation at the Old Colony History Museum
• February 18- 21, lOam- 4pm (66 Church Green)
• OCHM is hosting a hands on school vacation week with historic crafts, kid friendly
scavenger hunt and a tour at noon through the exhibits.
• Kids 12 and under are free with adult admission.
Mayor O'Connell's 2025 State of the City Address
• Thursday February 20, 6pm, City Hall Council Chambers (15 Summer Street)
• Join the Mayor for the National Anthem, State of the City Address, "Stronger Together"
Community Awards and Reception
• All are welcome, and encouraged, to attend.
Taunton Diversity Network African Doll Making Workshop
• Saturday February 22, 1 lam- lpm (Taunton Public Library)
• Celebrate Black History Month by creating African-inspired handcrafted dolls. This free,
hands-on workshop allows participants of all ages to learn about cultural artistry.
• For more information contact (774) 240-2742 or tauntondiversitynetwork@gmail.com
Drop- In Art at Trescott Street Gallery & Gift Shoppe
• Saturday February 22, 1 lam- 2pm (Trescott Street Gallery)
• This event invites you to get creative in a vibrant, artistic setting. The theme for this
month is paper crafts, and all the materials you need will be provided.
• $5 suggested donation. For more information contact ekelleher@downtowntaunton.org
Better Business Bootcamp
• Tuesday, February 25, 9am- 2:30pm (12 Taunton Green)
• The Building a Better Business Bootcamp is designed to help individuals grow and
stabilize their businesses with tools, resources, and strategies for success.
• Hosted by Mayor's Office of Economic & Community Development, Taunton Area
Chamber of Commerce and NeighborWorks Housing Solutions
• For more information, contact Tricia White at pwhite@nhsmass.org
Taunton Diversity Network Trivia Night: Black Card Revoked Edition
• Friday February 28, 7pm, Nytia's Soul Kitchen (73 Main St)
• Fun night of culture and soul food as you test your knowledge with a game of "Black
Card Revoked" trivia.
• For more information contact (774) 240-2742 or tauntondiversitynetwork@gmail.com
Save the Date!
• March 1st: Downtown Taunton Foundation Mardi Gras Pub Parade
• March 15th: Friends of Boyden Maple Sugaring, Bristol- Plymouth Student Ambassadors
& DECA Club Live Pro Wrestling Event
• March 18th: Taste of Greater Taunton Event
Sponsorship Opportunity:
Mayor O'Connell and the City of Taunton have partnered with Garden Patch Silver City to
install and maintain self-watering hanging baskets in the Weir and Whittenton neighborhoods,
and are inviting individuals and business to sponsor a basket for $100 to help enhance the area's
beauty throughout 2025, with sponsorships available at
https ://bit/ly/WeirWhittentonBaskets.com
Join us in supporting our beautiful neighborhoods!
Please visit the City website (www.taunton-ma.gov) and Facebook page for more information
/tfJfhlllfINJtf
City of Taunton Ligia M. Madeira, Esq.
CHIEF OF STAFF
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City Hall Patrick D. Dello Russo, Jr.
15 Summer Street · Taunton MA 02780 CHI EF FINANCIAL OFFICER
(508) 821-1000
Gill E. Enos
MAYOR SHAUNNA O'CONNELL BUDGET DIRECTOR
February 13, 2025
Council President Scott Martin
Members of the Taunton Municipal Council
15 Summer Street
Taunton, MA 02780
Dear Council President Martin and Members of the Taunton Municipal Council,
Please be advised that I am reappointing Josephine Dwuye of 37 Madison Street in Taunton to
serve on the Taunton Cultural Council for a term of three years, which will expire in February
2028.
Mrs. Dwuye has been a valued asset and a dedicated member to the Taunton Cultural Council over
the course of her first term as well as very active in the community. I look forward to her continued
success on the Council as she begins her second term.
Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully,
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Mayor Shaunna 0 'Connell
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TAUNTON PLANNING BOARD
141 Oak St. - Office Address
15 Summer St. - Mailing Address
Taunton, Massachusetts 02780
Phone 508-821-1051
Denise J Paiva, Head Administrative Clerk
dpaivala{taunton-ma. gov
February 10, 2025
Honorable Shaunna L. O'Connell, Mayor
Members of the Municipal Council
15 Summer St.
Taunton, Ma. 02780
C/O Jennifer Leger, City Clerk
RE: Site Plan Review - 437 Whittenton Street
Dear Mayor O'Connell and Members of the Municipal Council:
The Planning Board is in receipt of a Site Plan Review for property on 437 Whittenton
Street for the construction of 390 residential units in 10 three-story buildings, 3,900 sq. ft.
clubhouse, outdoor pool, and 624 residential parking spaces, and 10,000 sq. ft. retail
space with 35 off-street parking spaces, submitted by Greystar Development East, LLC
The Taunton Planning Board will hold a public meeting on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at
5:30 PM at City Hall, 15 Summer St., 2nd Floor, in the Chester R. Martin Municipal
Council Chambers.
Respectfully,
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Anthony Abreau, Chairman
Taunton Planning Board
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TAUNTON PLANNING BOARD ~'
141 Oak St. - Office Address
15 Summer St. - Mailing Address
Taunton, Massachusetts 02780
Phone 508-821-1051
Denise J Paiva, Head Administrative Clerk
dpaiva@taunton-ma.gov
February 12, 2025
Honorable Shaunna L. O'Connell, Mayor
Members of the Municipal Council
15 Sum.mer St.
Taunton, Ma. 02780
C/O Jennifer Leger, City Clerk
RE: Form J - Waiver of frontage - 80 Joshua Lane (parcel I.D. 135-38 and 135-39)
Dear Mayor O'Connell and Members of the Municipal Council:
The Planning Board is in receipt of a Form J Plan- Waiver of Frontage Requirements -
for the division of one lot into three lots for property at 80 Joshua Lane (parcel l.D. 135-
38 and 135-39) East Taunton, Ma
The Taunton Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at
5:30 PM at City Hall, 15 Summer St., 2nd Floor, in the Chester R. Martin Municipal
Council Chambers.
Respectfully,
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Taunton Planning Board
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TAUNTON PLANNING BOARD
141 Oak St. - Office Address
15 Summer St. - Mailing Address
Taunton, Massachusetts 02780
Phone 508-821-1051
Denise J Paiva, Head Administrative Clerk
February 12, 2025
Honorable Shaunna L. O'Connell, Mayor
Members of the Municipal Council
15 Summer St.
Taunton, Ma. 02780
CIO Jennifer Leger, City Clerk
RE: Site Plan Review - 55 Constitution Drive
Dear Mayor O'Connell and Members of the Municipal Council:
The Planning Board is in receipt of a Site Plan Review for property at 55 Constitution
Drive for the construction of a 21,665 sq. ft. warehouse addition and a 50% waiver of the
rear landscape buffer, submitted by HC5, LLC
The Taunton Planning Board will hold a public meeting on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at
5:30 PM at City Hall, 15 Summer St., 2nd Floor, in the Chester R. Martin Municipal
Council Chambers.
Respectfully,
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Anthony Abreau, Chairman
Taunton Planning Board
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TAUNTON PLANNING BOARD
141 Oak Sreet - office address
15 Summer Street - mailing address
Taunton, Massachusetts 02780
Phone 508-821-1051
Denise J. Paiva, Head Administrative Clerk
dpaiva(a).tauntonMma.gov
February 12, 2025
Honorable Mayor Shaunna O'Connell &
Member of the Municipal Council
15 Summer St.
Taunton, Ma. 02780
c/o Jennifer Leger - City Clerk
RE: City of Taunton Housing Production Plan
Dear Mayor O'Connell & Municipal Council:
At the Taunton Planning Board meeting held on Thursday, February 6, 2025 the Board was in
receipt of a letter from Supt. Of Public Schools John Cabral relative to the City of Taunton
Housing Production Plan (draft) dated December 2024 submitted by Barrett Planning Group.
The Planning Board voted to refer the Housing Production Plan and Supt. Of School's letter to
the Municipal Council, Mayor, Zoning Board of Appeals, School Dept., City Planner and DPW to
discuss future housing in the City to ensure the planning process takes into account the short
and long term needs of the school system.
Respectfully yours,
a.Avr.tcul {~
Anthony Abre u, Chairman
Taunton Planning Board
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City of Taunton. While the addition of2 Hamilton Street will provide some much-needed relief, I want
to bring awareness to our recent growth spurt and the City1s ability to not only house our current
students but also to accommodate future enrollment several years from now and beyond.
Furthermore, it is important to note that Taunton Public Schools operates under contractual language
that sets class sizes at 24 students, with a maximum cap of 27 students. This contractual obligation
significantly affects our ability to manage growing enrollment without compromising the quality of
instruction. As our student population increases, meeting these contractual requirements will necessitate
additional staffing, classroom space, and resources.
I encourage the Planning Board and its agents, acting on behalf of the City, to carefully examine the
financial implications for both the city and its residents under the Housing Production Plan. Homes or
dwellings with multiple children often do not generate enough tax revenue to offset the city's required
educational share. For reference, the FY26 Foundation budget per pupil average is $18, 151. Of this
amount, the state contributes approximately 69 percent through Chapter 70 aid, equating to $I 2.468,
leaving the city's share at $5,683, or 31 percent. The average property tax on a single-family residential
home is $5, 150, below the City's per pupil share. Even less anticipated tax revenue is generated per unit
in apartment developments. This financial dynamic underscores the importance of comprehensive fiscal
analysis in future development planning.
To ensure that future housing proposals align with the educational needs of our community, it is
essential for decision-makers to adopt a collaborative approach. This involves actively engaging
Taunton Public Schools in the planning and review process to ensure that educational impacts are
thoroughly evaluated and that schools are adequately prepared to meet the needs of a growing student
population, ensuring the planning process takes into account the short and long-tenn needs of the school
system.
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color; S(!)..•, religion, national 11rlgin, homelessness. sewal onentation CJr <lisabi/it)(
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Mayor Shaunna O'Connell
City of Taunton
ts summer Stre.et
Taunton, MA 02780
Dear MayorO'Connell&the Taunton Munfolpal Council,
I am writingto reqi::iest permissiCmforthe 351h Annual Rodman Ride for Kids to ride on Taunton city
roads.,lhotudingsomestate highways. TheattachedroL1te sheets detail the roads on which we are
requesting permi.ssion to ride~ We klndlyreque.st thatthe Municipal Counoil, Police and Fire
Departments signthe attached Event Notification Form, which is required by Mass DOT for usto
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access state highways.
The Rodman Ride for Kids is·the#1 single-day athletic; event in the nation supporting at· risk kids,
with ()Ver $151 million raised since 1991. Your support would be most appreciated.
Our roac;j crewwilJ9.erefullysign our route on Friday, May 161", and all signs will be removed atthe
conclusi.on of the eventonS.aturday, May11;. 2.025. Approxitnate~y 400 riders will pass through
Taunton in total, riding on our SQ-mile route.
Thanl<you in advance tor your consideration.
Sincerely,
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MaryEllen Blue
Rodman for Kids
10 Lincoln Road, Suite 205, Foxboro, MA 02035 I (508) 543-7892 I www.rodmanforkids.org
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MassDOT, Highway Division
270 Main Street, Lenox. MA 02140
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Route(s) S-u ~~L i~ or through the Chyffown(s) of Iaun~
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Thi: \11.l1Hi:c<s) of this Event understands that it must give the Police and Fire Departments at least 48
hours notice.befon.: tl1-: cnmrilcncement ofthe proposed event.
The Gnmtee(s} must supply a. Traffic Management Plan when the roadway is occupied and for aJI
de10urs assodated with said events to tli i:-, Department and to all officials listed below. The Grantee(s) must
notify the local and/or state police to set up a di:tour of this area with appropriate signs and barricades. The
local Fire Department must be notified of the detour to ensure that measures will be taken to minimize
disruption to the Fire Department's emergency service during the event. The Grantee(s) must also notify
local media (newspapers. radio) of this proposed event.
The following signatures are required prior to the issuance or the Permit.
LOCAL PQLICE DEPARTMENT FJRE DEPARTMENT
Signed:. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Signed:._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __
Title: Title:
City!fown: - - - - - - - - - City/Town:----------
BOARD OF SELECTMEN/CITY COUNCIL STATE POLICE DEPARTMENT
Signed:~----- Signed:._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __
Title: Title:
City/To\vn: - - - - - - - - Cityffown: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __
Event Notification.doc
2025 RODMAN RIDE FOR KIDS - 50 MILE
If you are lost or need assistance, call: If you have a medical emergency, call:
908-239-6229 or 240-571-7620 911
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~-~~~~~~~~-
Mileage Directions & Landmarks Town
0 START LINE- 38 Neponset Street FOXBORO
.3 RIG HT onto Chestnut Street (Police Detail}
1.0 Cross over Mechanic Street intersection
1.8 LEFT onto Cocasset Street (Police Detail}
3.4 LEFT onto East Street before island (Police Detail}
5.3 LEFT onto Wolomolopoag Street (Police Detail} crossing two lanes SHARON
6.8 LEFT onto South Main Street (Police Detail}
7.1 RIG HT onto South Walpole Street
8.0 RIGHT onto Pine Street
8.5 Pine Street turns into Old Post Road
8.9 RIGHT onto Walpole Street
10.5 LEFT onto South Main Street (Police Detail}
11.4 RIGHT onto East Foxboro Street (Police Detail} could eliminate if needed
11.5 Bear RIGHT to stay on East Foxboro Street
12.0 LEFT onto Beach Street (Police Detail} crossing two lanes
12.7 WATER STOP on right at Memorial Park Beach (Police Detail} SHARON
Turn RIGHT out of Water Stop Back onto BEACH STREET
12.8 RIG HT at Stop Sign onto POND ST (Police Detail}
12.9 Through rotary onto MASSAPOAG AVENUE (Police Detail}
17.1 STRAIGHT onto MASSAPOAG AVENUE (Police Detail} EASTON
19.7 RIGHT onto POQUANTICUT AVENUE
21.1 LEFT onto SOUTH STREET
21.4 CROSS ROUTE 106 (Police Detail}
21.8 LEFT onto HIGHLAND STREET (Police Detail}
22.2 RIG HT onto BAY ROAD
23.5 Town line NORTON
25.6 Town line TAUNTON
25.9 cross over ROUTE 495
26.8 WATER STOP on right at North Taunton Baptist Church
26.9 LEFT on FIELD STREET (Police Detail}
28.6 Town Line Taunton - FIELD STREET BECOMES CARVER STREET
29.3 Cross Rte. 138 at Lights
29.5 RIGHT onto OAK STREET
29.9 LEFT onto CENTER STREET
30.8 LEFT onto Rte. 104 at stop lights (Police Detail}
32.1 Town Line RAYNHAM RAYNAM
32.4 Town Line BRIDGEWATER BRIDGEWATER
33.8 LEFT onto ELM STREET at traffic lights (Police Detail}
35.5 ELM becomes SCOTLAND STREET at town line
36.4 RIGHT onto SOUTH ELM STREET
37.7 cross over ROUTE 106 onto NORTH ELM STREET (Police Detail}
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38.9 LEFT onto CRESCENT STREET
39.5 RIG HT onto WEST STREET at stop sign
40.3 CROSS MANLEY STREET
40.5 WATER STOP on right at Cowlicks & Pigtails Preschool
41.0 WEST STREET becomes PURCHASE STREET EASTON
41.1 CROSS TURNPIKE STREET at stop sign and flashing light (Police Detail)
41.2 CROSS Rte 138 (Caution Busy Road) (Police Detail)
41.8 BEAR LEFT at stop sign continuing on PURCHASE STREET
43.1 LEFT onto Rte. 123 (DEPOT STREET), Caution: Busy Street (Police Detail)
43.2 RIGHT onto CENTER STREET at monument
43.9 LEFT onto SUMMER STREET
44.5 GO LEFT to stay on SUMMER STREET
45.4 RIG HT onto BAY ROAD
45.8 LEFT onto ROCKLAND at Easton Baptist Church (Police Detail)
47.5 STRAIGHT onto ROCKLAND STREET Becomes MAPLE STREET at stop sign
49.1 RIGHT onto FRANKLIN STREET becomes East St. Turns into COCASSET STREET SHARON
50.1 Pass under railroad bridge then pass VFW on right
51.6 Pass under Rte. 95 then immediately turn RIG HT onto CHESTNUT STREET
52.4 Cross MECHANIC STREET
53.1 LEFT onto Neponset
53.6 FINISH LINE
Routes are subject to change.
2025 RODMAN RIDE FOR KIDS- 50 MILE
If you are lost or need assistance, call: If you have a medical emergency, call:
908-239-6229 or 240-571-7620 911
I
Mileage Directions & Landmarks I Town I
0 START LINE- 38 Neponset Street FOXBORO
.3 RIGHT onto Chestnut Street (Police Detail}
1.0 Cross over Mechanic Street intersection
1.8 LEFT onto Cocasset Street (Police Detail}
3.4 LEFT onto East Street before island (Police Detail}
5.3 LEFT onto Wolomolopoag Street (Police Detail) crossing two lanes SHARON
6.8 LEFT onto South Main Street (Police Detail}
7.1 RIGHT onto South Walpole Street
8.0 RIGHT onto Pine Street
8.5 Pine Street turns into Old Post Road
8.9 RIGHT onto Walpole Street
10.5 LEFT onto South Main Street (Police Detail)
11.4 RIGHT onto East Foxboro Street (Police Detail) could eliminate if needed
11.5 Bear RIGHT to stay on East Foxboro Street
12.0 LEFT onto Beach Street (Police Detail) crossing two lanes
12.7 WATER STOP on right at Memorial Park Beach (Police Detail} SHARON
Turn RIGHT out of Water Stop Back onto BEACH STREET
12.8 RIGHT at Stop Sign onto POND ST (Police Detail)
12.9 Through rotary onto MASSAPOAG AVENUE (Police Detail)
17.1 STRAIGHT onto MASSAPOAG AVENUE (Police Detail) EASTON
19.7 RIGHT onto POQUANTICUT AVENUE
21.1 LEFT onto SOUTH STREET
21.4 CROSS ROUTE 106 (Police Detail)
21.8 LEFT onto HIGHLAND STREET (Police Detail)
22.2 RIGHT onto BAY ROAD
23.5 Town line NORTON
25.6 Town line TAUNTON
25.9 cross over ROUTE 495
26.8 WATER STOP on right at North Taunton Baptist Church
26.9 LEFT on FIELD STREET (Police Detail}
28.6 Town Line Taunton - FIELD STREET BECOMES CARVER STREET
29.3 Cross Rte. 138 at Lights
29.5 RIGHT onto OAK STREET
29.9 LEFT onto CENTER STREET
30.8 LEFT onto Rte. 104 at stop lights (Police Detail)
32.1 Town Line RAYNHAM RAYNAM
32.4 Town Line BRIDGEWATER BRIDGEWATER
33.8 LEFT onto ELM STREET at traffic lights (Police Detail}
35.5 ELM becomes SCOTLAND STREET at town line
36.4 RIGHT onto SOUTH ELM STREET
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2
37.7 cross over ROUTE 106 onto NORTH ELM STREET (Police Detail)
38.9 LEFT onto CRESCENT STREET
39.5 RIGHT onto WEST STREET at stop sign
40.3 CROSS MANLEY STREET
40.5 WATER STOP on right at Cowlicks & Pigtails Preschool
41.0 WEST STREET becomes PURCHASE STREET EASTON
41.1 CROSS TURNPIKE STREET at stop sign and flashing light (Police Detail)
41.2 CROSS Rte 138 (Caution Busy Road) (Police Detail)
41.8 BEAR LEFT at stop sign continuing on PURCHASE STREET
43.1 LEFT onto Rte. 123 (DEPOT STREET), Caution: Busy Street (Police Detail)
43.2 RIGHT onto CENTER STREET at monument
43.9 LEFT onto SUMMER STREET
44.5 GO LEFT to stay on SUMMER STREET
45.4 RIGHT onto BAY ROAD
45.8 LEFT onto ROCKLAND at Easton Baptist Church (Police Detail)
47.5 STRAIGHT onto ROCKLAND STREET Becomes MAPLE STREET at stop sign
49.1 RIGHT onto FRANKLIN STREET becomes East St. Turns into COCASSET STREET SHARON
50.1 Pass under railroad bridge then pass VFW on right
51.6 Pass under Rte. 95 then immediately turn RIGHT onto CHESTNUT STREET
52.4 Cross MECHANIC STREET
53.1 LEFT onto Neponset
53.6 FINISH LINE
Routes are subject to change.
SRPEDD
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Southeastern Regional Planning
& Economic Devtlopment District
Acushnet 2024 YEAR-END REPORT TO THE CITY OF TAUNTON FROM THE
Attleboro
Berkley
COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEASTERN REGIONAL PLANNING &
Carver ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (SRPEDD)
Dartmouth
Dighton The City of Taunton is a member of the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic
Fairhaven Development District. Originally founded in 1956, SRPEDD (pronounced "sir-ped") is one of 13
Fall River regional planning agencies (RPAs) across the state and one of approximately 550 across the
Freetown country.
Lakeville
Mansfield SRPEDD serves 4 cities and 23 towns in southeastern Massachusetts. Through our work, we
Marion address common issues facing the region, including economic development, growth and land
Mattapoisett use, safe and efficient transportation, environmental stewardship, municipal partnerships,
Middleborough
community development and affordable housing, infrastructure needs, and general planning. A
New Bedford
Commission of local mayors, selectmen, planning board members, and at-large members govern
N. Attleborough
Norton
SRPEDD. Federal and state grants, local assessments, and local contracts fund our activities.
Plainville In 2024, the City of Taunton paid $12,285.57 to SRPEDD, based upon an assessment of 20.68
Raynham cents per capita. SRPEDD's annual budget in 2024 was $6,826,432.
Rehoboth
Rochester
SRPEDD also serves as the region's staff for the Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan
Seekonk Planning Organization (SMMPO) and the regional Economic Development District (EDD) with the
Somerset U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA). SRPEDD staff also works with the Southeast
Swansea Region Homeland Security Advisory Council (SRAC). In these roles, SRPEDD works with
Taunton numerous partners to program tens of millions of dollars to directly invest in our region's
Wareham infrastructure, safety and emergency preparedness, and community development.
Westport
Please visit SRPEDD's agency website a~w\Nw.srpedd.org to review our work, r~ad our 2024
Annual Report, and tour recent projects, i.ncl.ucji~g:,o,urComprehensiv~ Economi~Devel~pm~n~
Strategy (CEDS); our work to support comm.U~.it,!.e~. as th~~ ~oajply \Nitti ~'1~ he~ Secticin· 3A.6t. ··,
Chapter 40A; our ongoing Regional Resilience Pia~; oprC,lirnat:e Pollution Reduction Gtanf •·, . .
(CPRG) and diverse Environmental Planning ~or:kpr~gram; ~lkRegionalmran~~ortation Plan;· ·
our Complete Streets and Mu.lti-Use Path tf:~nsport~tionprojects; our Saf~Sfr~~ts For All(SS4Al
Action Plan: our work withSRAC; our workWithschpoJdlsfrictsandp\Jt>li~sa~ety·tiffiqi~l$tp>
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In 2024, SRPEDD provided technical assistance to Taunton in the following areas; please
note that funding sources and project web pages are provided, where available:
Funding
Project Name More Information
Source(s}
OSPR Revisions Local -
Route 140 Corridor MassDOT, DLTA, httQs :LLs r12edd .o rgLtra ns120 rtatio nLregio na I-corridor-
Study MA study-12ro jectsLta unton-route-140L
Section 3A Technical htt12s:LLsr12edd.orgLcom12rehensive-12lanningLhousing-
EOHLC
Assistance community-develo12mentLmbta-communitiesL
MSIP V- Business Park Mass DOT -
School District Active
htt12s://sr12edd.orgLhomeland-securityLashe-
Shooter/Hostile Event Local
res12onseL
(ASHE) Response Tool
Traffic Counts were
completed for the
City. (details available
Mass DOT -
by request)
Turning Movement
Counts were
completed for the Mass DOT -
City. (details available
by request)
Highlights from SRPEDD's 2024 General Work Program include the following:
Funding
Project Name More Information
Source(s}
Arts and Culture
Community htt12s:LLsrQedd.orgLjustice-eguity-and-community-
DLTA
Development develo12mentLarts-and-cultureL
Initiative
Assawompset Ponds
htt12s://sr12edd.orgLenvironmentLwatershed-
Watershed Plan
DER, TNC 12lanningLa12c-nemasket-river-watershed-
Priority Action
management-and-climate-action-QlanL
Implementation
Brownfields
httQs:LLsr12edd.orgLenvironmentLbrownfields-
Community Wide EPA
redeveloQmentL
Assessment Grant
Bus Stop Capital
Mass DOT httQs:LLsr12ed d. o rgLtra nsQortatio nL12u bl ic-tra nsitL
Investment Plan
2
Bus Stop Inventory
Mass DOT -
Update
Climate Pollution
Reduction Grant U.S. EPA https://srpedd.org/cprg/
(CPRG)
Coastal Resilience
NOAA, Mass
Project Planning
Audubon
Support
District Local
Techincal Assistance
(DLTA) and DLTA-
Augmentation SRPEDD www.srpedd.org/DLTA
(project
development and
grant-writing)
FFY20 Homeland
Security Program
MAPC https://srpedd.org/homeland-security/
and Project
Management
FFY21 Homeland
Security Program
MAPC https://srpedd.org/homeland-security/
and Project
Management
FFY22 Homeland
Security Program
MAPC https://srpedd.org/homeland-security/
and Project
Management
Freight Action Plan Mass DOT htt12s:LLsr12edd.orgLfreight-action-12lanL
Green Communities
- Annual Reports
https:LLsr12edd.orgLenvironmentLclimate-resilience-
and Competitive and EOE EA
planningLgreen-communitiesL
Designation Grant
Applications
Joint Transportation
https:LLsrped d .o rgLtra nsportationLregio na I-
Planning Group Mass DOT
transportation-planningLjtpgL
(JTPG)
3
Justice, Equity, and
Community httgs:LLsrr2edd .orgLjustice-eg uity-a nd-comm unity-
DLTA
Development (JECD) develogmentL
Initiative
Mass. Assn. of
Regional Planning
RPAs httgs:LLmassmarga.orgL
Commissions
(MARPA)
Massachusetts
Broadband Institute
(MBI) Asset Mapping MassTech/MBI www.srgedd.orgLDigital-Eguity
and Digital Equity
Planning Enrollment
MBTA Multi-Family
DLTA, EOHLC www.srgedd.orgLMBTA-Communities
Zoning Support
Open Space
Residential Design
EOE EA httgs:LLsmedd.orgLenvironmentLosrdL
{OSRD) Regional
Study
Pavement
httgs:LLsrged d .orgLt ra nsgo rtatio nLtra nsgo rtatio n-
Management - Fed. Mass DOT
infrastructureL#gavement-management
Aid Road Network
PDA/PPA Update for
MBTA, DLTA www.srgedd.orgLPriority-Areas
MBTA Communities
Regional Evacuation
Mass DOT -
Route Study
Regional Pedestrian httgs:LLsrgedd .o rgLtra n sgo rtatio nLbi cycle-and-
Mass DOT
Plan gedestrian-networksL
Regional USM/U.S. EPA,
Storm water -
NBEP
Management
4
11
Planning and
Technical Assistance
Rural Community
Section 3A EOHLC www.srgedd.orgLMBTA-Communities
Compliance
Rural Policy Advisory httgs:LLwww .mass.govLservice-deta ilsLru ra 1-golic:i-
DLTA, sister RPAs
Council advisotY:-commission-rgac
Safe Streets For All U.S. httos://sroedd .org/tra nsoortatio n/ss4a-safetv-actio n-
(SS4A) Action Plan DOT/Mass DOT Q@.nl
South Coast
Administrators SRPEDD -
Committee
South Coast Bikeway
MassDOT -
Technical Assistance
Southeastern
Massachusetts
Metropolitan httgs://srgedd.orgLtransgortationLregional-
MassDOT
Planning transgortation-glanningLsmmgoL
Organization
(SMMPO)
Southern New
England Program
httgs:LLsrgedd.orgLenvironmentLsneg-network-
(SNEP) Network USM/U.S. EPA
grojectsL
Technical Assistance
Provider
SRPEDD Regional
DLTA, CCC EDA,
Resilience Plan httgs://srgedd .o rgLregional-resil ie nce-gla nL
Mass DOT
(SRRP)
Taunton River Trail Mass DOT -
5
JC(
Technical Assistance
GATRA htt12s:LLsr12edd.orgLtrans12ortationL12ublic-transitL
Planning and GIS
Title VI Program
Mass DOT htt12s:LLsr12edd .orgLtitle-vi-com 12lia nceL
Report
Traffic Counting and
htt12s:LLsr12edd.orgLtrans12ortationLtrans12ortation-
Turning Movement MassDOT
infrastructureLtraffic-countingL
Counts
Trails Mapping (Off htt12s:LLsr12edd.orgLtrans12ortationLbicycle-and-
MassDOT
Road) oedestrian-networks/reizional-trails-maooiniz-oroiectl
Transportation
Improvement htt12s:LLsr12edd.orgLtrans12ortationLregional-
MassDOT
Program (TIP) tra ns12ortatio n-12la nni ngL
Workshop
6
I EC: IVEO
CITY CL Fl1K 'S OFFICE
11l15 FEB I 3 P I: Sb
TAUNTON. MA
_______.CITY CL.Ef< K
February 18, 2025
Honorable Shaunna L. O' Connell, Mayor
Council President Scott A. Martin
And Members of the Municipal Council
The following committee meetings have been scheduled for Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at
5:30 PM at the Taunton City Hall, 15 Summer Street, Taunton, MA 02780 in the Chester
R. Martin Municipal Council Chambers.
5:30 PM
The Committee on Finance and Salaries
1. Approve minutes from February 11, 2025 .
2. Review the weekly vouchers and payroll for City departments.
3. Meet to discuss the potential dissolution of the Airport and Parking Commission revolving
funds as of June 30, 2025.
4. Meet to discuss the request that the TMLP Commissioners' stipends be increased.
Please note: A "meeting" of the entire Municipal Council, as said terms is defined in Mass.
Gen. L. C. 30A, §18 may occur concurrently with this committee meeting.
Respectfully,
/h(a~C-~
Maggie E. Clarke
Clerk of Council Committees
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