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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T090000
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SUMMARY:New Bedford Retirement Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Retirement Board will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 29\, at 9 a.m. in person at 651 Orchard St.\, Room 203A\, and remotely via Zoom. Remote participants can contact Eric Cohen at ECohen@newbedfordretirement.org or 508-979-1538 for the meeting ID and password. \nAgenda items include an introduction from PERAC Commissioner William Keefe and an August investment update from Segal Marco Advisors. Members will also review the status of MGL Chapter 32\, Section 91A; approve August meeting minutes; review monthly expenses and financial reports; and discuss the 2027 NCPERS membership renewal. \nThe board will also review a proposed policy for the fifth member appointment and consider the funding schedule. The board will discuss disability-related matters in executive session.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-retirement-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:New Bedford Retirement System\, 651 Orchard St.\, #203A\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260927T155557Z
CREATED:20260927T155557Z
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SUMMARY:Westport Select Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Westport Select Board will meet Monday\, Sept. 28\, at 6 p.m. at Town Hall\, 816 Main Road. \nAgenda items includes a life-saving award nomination\, appointments and resignations\, opening the 2026-27 bay scallops season\, approval of the Nov. 3 state election warrant and other town business.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/westport-select-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Westport Town Hall\, 816 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260927T152141Z
CREATED:20260927T152141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T152141Z
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SUMMARY:Fairhaven Select Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Select Board will meet Monday\, Sept. 28\, at 6 p.m. at Town Hall\, 40 Center St. The agenda includes public comment\, discussion of a revised petition letter for increased state aid and a draft artificial intelligence policy\, a request for $3\,569 in grant matching funds for the Fire Department\, and a vote to approve the state election warrant for Nov. 3. \nThe board also will consider a temporary street closure and one-day alcohol license for the Dec. 12 Olde-Tyme Holiday\, review volunteer opportunities and discuss town administrative matters.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-select-board-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Town Hall\, 40 Center Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260927T161211Z
CREATED:20260927T161211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T161211Z
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SUMMARY:Westport Commission on Disability meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Westport Commission on Disability will meet Monday\, Sept. 28\, from 3:45 to 5 p.m. in the Select Board meeting room. The meeting will include remote participation. \nAgenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes\, Harvest Festival appearances\, marketing materials and the treasurer’s report. Members will also discuss community events\, the Hix Bridge Landing status and the ADA coordinator. \nThe commission will discuss other thoughts and concerns and set its next meeting for Oct. 26. The meeting will conclude with a motion to adjourn.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/westport-commission-on-disability-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Westport Town Hall\, 816 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T143000
DTSTAMP:20260927T151707Z
CREATED:20260927T151707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T151707Z
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SUMMARY:Fairhaven School Committee Policy Subcommittee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet Monday\, Sept. 28\, at 2:30 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes discussion of a draft artificial intelligence policy\, background-check policies ADDA and ADDA-R\, and policy ACL concerning the Protect Act and will conclude with adjournment.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-school-committee-policy-subcommittee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260927T154703Z
CREATED:20260927T154703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T154703Z
UID:10200279-1790600400-1790600400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Westport Board of Health meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Westport Board of Health will meet Monday\, Sept. 28\, at 1 p.m. at the Town Hall Annex\, 856 Main Road. \nAgenda items include a public health director’s report\, review of several development plans involving septic systems and new construction\, approval of minutes and scheduling matters. \nThe board also will hold a 4:30 p.m. variance hearing for 9 Mt. Pleasant St. and receive member updates before adjourning. Ccms2.revize.com urlBoard of Health
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/westport-board-of-health-meeting/
LOCATION:Westport Town Hall\, 816 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260920T181547Z
CREATED:20260920T181547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T181547Z
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SUMMARY:Dartmouth Finance Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Finance Committee is scheduled to meet Thursday\, Sept. 24\, at 5 p.m. in Room 315 at Dartmouth Town Hall. \nAgenda \nDiscussion will focus on warrant articles for the FY27 Fall Town Meeting. Members also will hear a Town Administrator’s update and liaison reports\, review meeting minutes and discuss other business.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dartmouth-finance-committee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Town Hall\, 400 Slocum Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260920T181016Z
CREATED:20260920T180925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T181016Z
UID:10200085-1790175600-1790175600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Dartmouth School Committee/Budget Sub-Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Dartmouth Public Schools School Committee Budget Subcommittee will meet Wednesday\, Sept. 23\, at 3 p.m. at the Dartmouth Public Schools Administration Building. \nAgenda items include a discussion with the Budget Advisory Group\, FY28 budget preparation and planning for the next meeting.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dartmouth-public-schools-budget-subcommittee-meeting/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Public Schools Administration Building\, 8 Bush St.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T083000
DTSTAMP:20260920T180506Z
CREATED:20260920T180506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T180506Z
UID:10200084-1790152200-1790152200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Capital Planning Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Capital Planning Committee will meet Wednesday\, Sept. 23\, at 8:30 a.m. in Room 315 at Dartmouth Town Hall\, 400 Slocum Road. \nAgenda \nMembers will review the FY27 Master Capital Plan and capital recommendations for the FY27 Fall Town Meeting. The agenda also includes old business\, minutes for approval and adjournment. The meeting will be held in person and recorded.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/capital-planning-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Town Hall\, 400 Slocum Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260911T155432Z
CREATED:20260911T155432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T155432Z
UID:10199869-1790103600-1790103600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Special Committee on Environmental Affairs meeting
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford’s Special Committee on Environmental Affairs meets on Tuesday\, Sept. 22\, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers at City Hall. \nAgenda \nThe committee will take up concerns about an agreement involving A-1 Asphalt and Pico Stone and the movement of trucks through the Shawmut Avenue area near New Bedford Regional Airport. \nCity officials\, company representatives\, and residents have been invited to join the discussion.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/special-committee-on-environmental-affairs-meeting-2/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T183000
DTSTAMP:20260920T175140Z
CREATED:20260920T175140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T175140Z
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SUMMARY:Russells Mills Historic District Commission meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Russells Mills Historic District Commission will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 22\, at 6:30 p.m. in Room 315 at Dartmouth Town Hall\, 400 Slocum Road. \nAgenda items include continued review of a petition for modifications to a permitted residence and a proposed residential addition at 1190 Russells Mills Road. \nMembers will also review the Aug. 17 meeting minutes.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/russells-mills-historic-district-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Town Hall\, 400 Slocum Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T183000
DTSTAMP:20260918T192927Z
CREATED:20260918T192927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T192927Z
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SUMMARY:Fairhaven Planning Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Planning Board will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 22\, at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall\, 40 Center St. The meeting also will be available remotely. \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nor call 1-929-205-6099\nMeeting ID: 931 6335 8101\nPasscode: 740257 \nKey agenda items include: \n\nPublic hearing on a proposal to subdivide 37\,968 square feet at 4 Earle St. into two lots\nSpecial permit extension request for 46 Charity Stevens Lane\nProposed 40A changes\, pending legal review\nBattery storage bylaw\nTown planner update on state permitting for solar and battery storage facilities\nState accessory dwelling unit changes\nUse table review\nApproval not required application for 292 Mill Road\n\nAvailable on Fairhaven TV Channel 97 and fairhaventv.com the following day.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-planning-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Town Hall\, 40 Center Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260918T192325Z
CREATED:20260918T192325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T192325Z
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SUMMARY:Fairhaven Budget Working Group meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Budget Working Group will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 22\, at 6 p.m. at the Board of Public Works conference room\, 5 Arsene St. The meeting also will be available via Zoom. \nKey agenda items include: \n\nProject plan and review framework\nRevenue enhancement and cost-saving ideas\nPrivatization of wastewater treatment plant operations\nPrivatization of ambulance service\nAnimal shelter regionalization\nPrioritizing ideas for further research\nPublic comment\nSelection of the next meeting date\n\nThe meeting will be recorded by Fairhaven Cable Access.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-budget-working-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Board of Public Works\, 5 Arsene St.\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260917T211356Z
CREATED:20260917T211356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T211356Z
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SUMMARY:New Bedford Licensing Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Licensing Board will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 22\, at 6 p.m. at City Hall\, Room 120. Agenda items include meeting minutes\, two liquor license petitions\, four special one-day liquor license applications\, and a hearing involving LeBeau’s Tavern. \nKnuckleheads Restaurant is seeking a change to its liquor license manager. Ying Dynasty is requesting a business name change to China Lantern. \nSpecial one-day license requests come from South Coast Business Alliance\, Clube Recordacoes De Portugal\, Clube Maderense SS Sacramento and the Museum of Madeiran Heritage. The board will also review the status of an annual wine and malt license for Indo Pak Pita Food Mart & Smoke and discuss other business.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-licensing-board-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T173000
DTSTAMP:20260920T185209Z
CREATED:20260920T183603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T185209Z
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SUMMARY:Westport Shellfish Advisory Board
DESCRIPTION:The Westport Shellfish Advisory Board will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 22\, at 5:30 p.m. in the Select Board Room. \nAgenda items include an update from the Marine Services director\, discussion of the Ram Island opening and the town’s shellfish propagation program. Members also will discuss a shellstock event and the opening of bay scallop season on Oct. 17. \nApproval of meeting minutes and other business also are scheduled.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/westport-shellfish-advisory-board/
LOCATION:Westport Town Hall\, 816 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T180000
DTSTAMP:20260920T183057Z
CREATED:20260920T183057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T183057Z
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SUMMARY:Westport Recreation Commission meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Westport Recreation Commission will meet Monday\, Sept. 21\, at 6 p.m. in the Annex Meeting Room at 856 Main Road. \nAgenda \nThe discussion includes a review of summer and upcoming fall recreation programs\, including Halloween and holiday events\, after-school programs and workshops. Other agenda items include Annex gym rentals\, the Old Westport High School\, parks and playgrounds\, financial matters and lifeguard and beach updates. \nThe commission also will discuss updates to the Bicentennial Park project and an application for a skate park.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/westport-recreation-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:Westport Town Hall\, 816 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000
DTSTAMP:20260911T165656Z
CREATED:20260911T165656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T165656Z
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SUMMARY:Acushnet Zoning Board of Appeals meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Acushnet Zoning Board of Appeals will meet Thursday\, Sept. 17\, at 6:30 p.m. in the Police Station conference room\, 64 Middle Road. \nAgenda items include: \n* A special permit request for three commercial vehicles at 224 Perry Hill Road\n* Continued request for a variance at the same property involving a proposed garage and setback requirements\n* Approval of the Aug. 20 meeting minutes \nPlans are available for review at the Town Clerk’s Office during regular business hours.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/acushnet-zoning-board-of-appeals-meeting/
LOCATION:Acushnet Police Station Conference Room\, 64 Middle Rd\,\, Acushnet\, MA\, 02743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government,Politics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000
DTSTAMP:20260911T154205Z
CREATED:20260911T154205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T154205Z
UID:10199868-1789669800-1789669800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Special Permits and Licensing Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford’s Special Committee on Special Permits and Licensing will meet Thursday\, Sept. 17\, at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers at City Hall. \nAgenda items include: \nGerald L. Ribeiro as a constable\nA residency waiver for Side Quest Complete to obtain a secondhand dealer license\nWhether to allow cigar lounges with on-site tobacco use \nCity officials from planning\, health\, police\, and the solicitor’s office have been invited to the cigar lounge discussion. The meeting will be livestreamed and recorded.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/special-permits-and-licensing-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260911T153635Z
CREATED:20260911T153635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T153635Z
UID:10199867-1789498800-1789498800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Appointments and Briefings Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford’s Appointments and Briefings Committee will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 15\, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers\, Room 214\, at City Hall.\n\nAgenda items include:\n\nResident concerns about traffic\, vehicle noise\, parking\, and storage facilities\nAppointment of Brian J. Sousa to the Election Commission\nA proposed marijuana retail and manufacturing business at 301 Herman Melville Blvd.\nCounty Street construction and its effect on local businesses\nSouth End concerns involving the sewage treatment facility and odors\nProposed South Coast Renewables project discussion\n\nSeveral older matters involving historic properties and parking near the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal are also on the agenda. The meeting will be livestreamed and recorded.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/appointments-and-briefings-committee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T180000
DTSTAMP:20260911T153056Z
CREATED:20260911T153056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T153056Z
UID:10199866-1789495200-1789495200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Special New Bedford City Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford City Council will hold a special meeting Tuesday\, Sept. 15\, at 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers\, Room 214\, at City Hall\, 133 William St. \nAgenda \nCouncilors will meet with Mayor Jon Mitchell to discuss plans for Fire Station No. 9. \nThe meeting will be livestreamed and recorded. View it through the meetings section of the city’s website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/special-new-bedford-city-council-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T133000
DTSTAMP:20260911T163647Z
CREATED:20260911T163647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T163647Z
UID:10199875-1789475400-1789479000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Executive Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Bristol County Public Health Emergency Preparedness Executive Committee will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 15\, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Lakeville Public Library. \nAgenda items include: \nRecent public health events and incidents\nBudget updates and planning for the next budget period\nRequired trainings and emergency exercises\nCrisis communication procedures\nUpdates from state and regional public health partners \nThe meeting will also cover meeting locations and continued development of the Bristol County preparedness website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/bristol-county-public-health-emergency-preparedness-executive-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Lakeville Library\, 4 Precinct Street\, Lakeville\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260911T201458Z
CREATED:20260911T201458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T201458Z
UID:10199890-1789408800-1789416000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Dartmouth School Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Dartmouth School Committee will meet Monday\, Sept. 14\, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Dartmouth High School Library Media Center\, 555 Bakerville Road. \nThe meeting agenda was posted Sept. 10.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dartmouth-school-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Dartmouth High School\, 555 Bakerville Rd\,\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T180000
DTSTAMP:20260911T161827Z
CREATED:20260911T161827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T161827Z
UID:10199873-1789408800-1789408800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fairhaven Select Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Select Board will meet Monday\, Sept. 14\, at 6 p.m. at Town Hall\, 40 Center St. \nAgenda items include: \n\nA public hearing on a new utility pole on Green Street\nPossible creation of a Fairhaven Tourism Committee\nTraffic and parking requests\nDiscussion of local aid and a regional meeting on wastewater issues\nAn amendment to the AFSCME Highway collective bargaining agreement\n\nPublic comment is scheduled. Members will also review appointments\, community requests\, and volunteer openings. Executive sessions are planned for collective bargaining and litigation matters.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-select-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Town Hall\, 40 Center Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government,Politics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T173000
DTSTAMP:20260911T160850Z
CREATED:20260911T160850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T160850Z
UID:10199871-1789403400-1789407000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Andrew Romano Select Board Office Hour
DESCRIPTION:Fairhaven Select Board Chair Andrew Romano will hold an office hour on Monday\, Sept. 14\, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Town Hall\, 40 Center St.\n\nResidents can stop by in person or join by Zoom to ask questions or discuss town issues.\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82853592741?pwd=VUFZZ3hVZ0MrU0g2QVcyaHhWZUo1dz09\nZoom meeting ID: 828 5359 2741\nPasscode: 700818\n\n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/andrew-romano-select-board-office-hour/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Town Hall\, 40 Center Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T155848Z
CREATED:20260911T155848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T155848Z
UID:10199870-1789308000-1789308000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fairhaven Commission on Disability meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Commission on Disability will meet Sunday\, Sept. 13\, at 2 p.m. at the Fairhaven Council on Aging\, 229 Huttleston Ave.\n\nAgenda\n\nMembers will preview and discuss possible films for a Family Movie Night planned for fall 2026. The commission may also select a movie for the event.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-commission-on-disability-meeting/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Council on Aging\, 229 Huttleston Ave\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260828T204322Z
CREATED:20260828T204322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T204322Z
UID:10198577-1788980400-1788980400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Public Safety and Neighborhoods Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford City Council’s Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods will meet Wednesday\, Sept. 9\, at 7 p.m.\, in City Council Chambers\, Room 214\, City Hall\, 133 William St. \nMembers will discuss Flock Safety cameras and other surveillance technology\, including data collection\, privacy protections\, and information sharing with outside agencies. \nThe meeting will be livestreamed and recorded on the city’s website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/public-safety-and-neighborhoods-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T190000
DTSTAMP:20260826T194621Z
CREATED:20260826T194621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T194621Z
UID:10198024-1788894000-1788894000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Ordinance Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford City Council Ordinance Committee will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers\, Room 214\, City Hall\, 133 William St. \nThe committee will discuss a proposal concerning automated license plate readers and similar surveillance technology. Members will consider whether to eliminate the systems or establish municipal privacy and transparency standards for their use. \nInvited participants include representatives from the city’s Information Technology Department\, Legal Department\, Police Department and Mayor’s Office. \nThe meeting will be livestreamed and recorded. It can be viewed through the City of New Bedford website under Quick Links and Meetings.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ordinance-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260904T174056Z
CREATED:20260904T174056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T174056Z
UID:10199220-1788883200-1788883200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford School Committee’s Finance and Operations Subcommittee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford School Committee’s Finance and Operations Subcommittee will meet at 4 p.m. Tuesday\, Sept. 8\, at the Paul Rodrigues Administration Building\, Room 224\, 455 County St.\n\nAgenda items include fiscal 2027 finance reports and budget\, August donation requests\, and the 2026 facilities rental report. Members will also consider approval of student activity\, revolving\, and grant funds for fiscal 2027.\n\nMembers of the public can view the meeting remotely through the New Bedford Public Schools website under “Our Schools/Our Community” and “School Committee.”
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-school-committees-finance-and-operations-subcommittee-meeting/
LOCATION:Paul Rodrigues Administration Building\,\, 455 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T090000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162847Z
CREATED:20260828T162730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162847Z
UID:10198111-1788339600-1788339600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Public Health Excellence Shared Services Collaborative meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Public Health Excellence Shared Services Collaborative will meet Wednesday\, Sept. 2 at 9 a.m. via Zoom. \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83496656069 or call 305-224-1968. The meeting ID is 834 9665 6069. \nThe agenda includes updates on MAVEN contacts\, kratom\, the Massachusetts Community Health Equity Survey\, and municipal and shared services. \nNext meeting is scheduled for Sept. 16 at 9 a.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/public-health-excellence-shared-services-collaborative-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T183000
DTSTAMP:20260828T161842Z
CREATED:20260828T161842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T161842Z
UID:10198110-1788287400-1788287400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford Conservation Commission meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Conservation Commission will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 1\, at 6:30 p.m. at the Brooklawn Senior Center\, 1997 Acushnet Ave. \nAgenda:\nIncludes vegetation alteration applications for properties on Stevenson and Forbes streets\, compliance requests for waterfront and Belleville Avenue properties\, and a modification request for Foss Marine Terminal. \nContinued hearings include plans for a public access trail along the Acushnet River and a proposed 72-unit apartment building on Braley Road. Members will also consider a proposed 180-foot communications tower on Duchaine Boulevard to support Fire\, Police\, and EMS communications.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-conservation-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:Brooklawn Senior Center\, 1997 Acushnet Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Environment
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