The board was unable to proceed with two planned public hearings. The hearing for a property on Northfield Road, concerning a special permit for a common driveway and stormwater management, was postponed to July 28th. The absence of representatives for a property on Fula Road led to a similar deferral for its modification to site plan approval and stormwater management permit. These delays underscore the importance of stakeholder attendance in moving forward with development projects.

Committee participation emerged as an issue. A board member disclosed a scheduling conflict with the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission (MRPC) meetings, affecting their availability from September to December. This prompted a call for volunteers to step in for upcoming sessions. The board acknowledged the impact of quorum requirements on committee functions, noting that recent changes had facilitated more consistent meetings for the Master Plan Steering Committee. This committee had seen a reorganization, with Kim Duffy taking the helm to guide efforts toward a draft of their master plan.

The meeting also touched on the inclusion of abutting community notices in board packets, a practice questioned for its relevance.