A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to the upcoming MBTA zoning public hearing. The Board discussed procedural aspects, including the need for two votes: one to place the zoning article on the warrant and another to recommend or not recommend the zoning changes. Board members clarified that any changes resulting from the hearing must not substantively alter the posted notice. The discussion also touched on the need for public engagement, with plans for a public comment period separate from the hearing itself. To facilitate community understanding, the Board will host an informational table at the upcoming boosters carnival, where they will provide zoning maps and draft documents for public review.

Another noteworthy discussion was the decision to continue the cell signaling public hearing to October 28. This decision was made to allow town experts to further explore existing conditions and potential impacts. The Board emphasized the importance of recommendations from the town engineer and other officials to guide their decision-making.

The meeting also included updates from the Harbor Management Committee. The committee is in the early stages of data gathering and analysis, but faces challenges due to inconsistent member attendance. Steps are being taken to address these issues, which are under the purview of the select board.