Manchester-By-The-Sea Select Board Meeting | July 6, 2026

The Manchester-By-The-Sea Select Board meeting held on July 6, 2026, covered a range of municipal issues with a strong focus on procurement and contract management. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a National Grid petition for installing a joint-owned pole for Verizon antennas, updates on the town's capital plan with emphasis on grant planning and prioritization, and a detailed review of the waste disposal and curbside collection contract. The board discussed transitioning from Republic Services to Cassella for waste collection due to contract negotiation challenges and service concerns, highlighting the need for improved contract terms, legal protections, and communication plans for residents during the transition. Additionally, the board approved revised building permit fees and discussed the management of encroachments related to a brick sidewalk installation, emphasizing legal agreements and indemnity. The meeting also addressed drought level updates, committee appointments, and ongoing capital projects such as water infrastructure bids. No votes were taken on the waste contract itself, but the board approved the National Grid pole installation and the revised building permit fees, with plans to revisit the trash fee structure and capital plan in future meetings.