The Week Ahead: Public Meetings & Events Happening in Melrose

In Melrose, public meetings and events open to all occur every week. All posted agendas can be accessed via this link, http://melrosecityma.iqm2.com/citizens/default.aspx, and public meeting video recordings can be accessed here: https://vimeo.com/mmtv3/ (thanks, MMTV!).

It’s a Good Week for...

• Decorating the…Mitten Tree: To address winter clothing insecurity locally, the Melrose Public Library has launched its Mitten Tree initiative and is collecting new mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves in all sizes to keep heads and hands warm this winter. Drop off these items at the Library’s interim location (the Beebe School) at 261 West Foster St. now through January 3, 2024.
  • Did you know that 1 in 3 Massachusetts children are at risk of clothing insecurity?
• Spotting Santa: Santa Claus is coming to town, thanks to Malden City Council President Barbara Murphy and Pine Banks Park Staff. For the 74th time, Santa will visit Pink Banks Park on Saturday, December 16, from 2 to 6 p.m. Children can pose for keepsake photos with Santa, enjoy complimentary cookies and hot chocolate, and, from 2 to 4 p.m., get creative at the arts and crafts table. Read the full City News Story.
• Holiday Shopping (Right Downtown!): The City of Melrose launched a downtown holiday Pop-Up shopping experience for the Melrose community at the YMCA Courtyard. Head there this week to shop offerings from botany.flowers and Safo Hair.
• Winter Celebrations: The Council on Aging is hosting its annual Winter Celebration, which includes meal service and entertainment, tomorrow, Tuesday, December 12, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Memorial Hall. There are a few tickets still available at $15. Reserve your spot today by calling the Milano Center at (781)-662-6886.
   

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Monday, December 11

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building Board of Trustees –  Agenda & Agenda Packet
6 p.m., Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building, 590 Main Street

Commission on Disability –  Agenda & Agenda Packet 
6 p.m., Remote via Zoom
Meeting ID: 858 6747 0953
Meeting Passcode: 404266
Join by Phone: 1-646-931-3860

Park Commission – Agenda & Agenda Packet
7 p.m., Mt. Hood Club House, 100 Slayton Road

Protection & License Committee –  Agenda & Agenda Packet
7:25 p.m., City Council Chamber, 1^st floor, City Hall, 562 Main Street
Link for Public Comment: https://cityofmelrose-org.zoom.us/j/99514248785?pwd=SzB2Yjh3QmliVkNKWU5NV2NIS1pidz09
Meeting ID: 995 1424 8785
Passcode: 733327

Appropriations & Oversight Committee – Agenda & Agenda Packet
7:30 p.m., City Council Chamber, 1^st floor, City Hall, 562 Main Street
Link for Public Comment: https://cityofmelrose-org.zoom.us/j/99514248785?pwd=SzB2Yjh3QmliVkNKWU5NV2NIS1pidz09
Meeting ID: 995 1424 8785
Passcode: 733327

Legal & Legislative Committee  – Agenda & Agenda Packet
8:15 p.m., City Council Chamber, 1^st floor, City Hall, 562 Main Street
Link for Public Comment: https://cityofmelrose-org.zoom.us/j/99514248785?pwd=SzB2Yjh3QmliVkNKWU5NV2NIS1pidz09
Meeting ID: 995 1424 8785
Passcode: 733327

Tuesday, December 12  

COA Winter Celebration (Meal Service & Entertainment)
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Memorial Hall, 590 Main Street

Winthrop School Site Council – Agenda & Agenda Packet
2:30 p.m., Main Office, Winthrop Elementary School, 162 1^st Street

Wednesday, December 13  

Board of Appeals (ZBA) –  Agenda & Agenda Packet
7:30 p.m., Remote via Zoom
Meeting Registration Link: https://cityofmelrose-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_V1fSaU93RQ2CbIsbCwflSw#/registration

Thursday, December 14

Northeast Metro Tech – Agenda & Agenda Packet
7 p.m., Northeast Metro Tech, 100 Hemlock Road, Wakefield

Human Rights Commission – Agenda & Agenda Packet
7 p.m., Cassidy Conference Room, 2^nd floor, City Hall, 562 Main Street

Saturday, December 16

Santa Claus Comes to Town
2 to 6 p.m., Pine Banks Park, 1087 Main Street

The City's Calendar may be updated throughout the week. Public bodies must notify the public 48 hours in advance of their meeting (excluding weekends and holidays).   Questions or comments about the Week Ahead Digest can be emailed to the City's Communications Coordinator at lmartin@cityofmelrose.org. Thanks for reading!