Community Preservation Committee - 05/27/2026

The Town of Bridgewater Community Preservation Committee held a hybrid meeting on May 27, 2026, focusing extensively on budget reviews, project updates, and procurement activities related to community preservation projects. Key procurement discussions included approval of the FY27 budget with allocations for administrative costs, debt service, and reserves, as well as updates on multiple capital improvement projects such as window restorations at the Hemlock Drive affordable housing, the multifunctional fields engineering contract awarded to Silver Engineering for approximately $20,000, and ongoing work on the Hansen Farm trail and Town River Landing accessible trail projects. The committee also reviewed eligibility forms for funding requests, including a significant library restoration project involving historic preservation elements and a fire department hand pump restoration. Votes were taken to approve the new eligibility form and to deem specific library and fire department project items eligible for CPA funding. Additionally, the committee discussed grant matching funds for a cultural grant related to the Townhouse, deciding to postpone voting until official award letters are received. The meeting included updates on conservation restrictions for town-owned properties and coordination with local organizations for park improvements. The committee emphasized the need for timely project completions and budget adherence, with some projects carrying over funds into the next fiscal year. The meeting concluded with plans for the next hybrid meeting and ongoing recruitment for committee vacancies.