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Coming up for continued discussion on June 4, Kevin Borges has filed a Notice of Intent (a formal permit application under wetland protection laws) to build a single-family home at 0 High St (Map 28/Lot 041). The project involves work within the Riverfront Area, a 50-foot no-disturb zone, and a 100-foot wetland buffer zone, with associated wetland mitigation proposed. Consultant is Andrew Thibault of Goddard Consulting.

Coming up for continued discussion on June 4, 86 Plain Street LLC is seeking a wetland permit (Notice of Intent) for a Chapter 40B affordable housing development — a state program that can override some local zoning rules to create affordable units — consisting of 24 single-family homes, about 1,800 linear feet of roads and driveways, a septic system, stormwater management, and landscaping at 86 Plain St (Map 06/Lot 009). Work would affect bordering vegetated wetlands, a 100-foot buffer zone, land subject to flooding, and vernal pool habitat. Applicant's representative is Stephen Guard, Esq.; consultant is Deb Keller of Merrill Engineering.

The Commission will discuss next steps regarding private well water restrictions, likely in the context of drought conditions. No vote is indicated, but this could lead to future action affecting residents on private wells.

The Commission will discuss and may vote in June 2026 on follow-up to outstanding wetland or conservation violations at two locations: the Rail Trail and 37-39 Green St. Violations could involve unauthorized work near protected areas.

The Commission will receive an update on current drought conditions and any active or pending water restrictions in Medfield. Details are not specified in the agenda.

86 Plain Street, LLC is proposing to build 24 single-family homes under Chapter 40B (a state law that allows developers to bypass some local zoning rules if a portion of units are affordable), along with roughly 1,800 linear feet of roadway, a septic system, stormwater management, and landscaping at 86 Plain St (Map 06/Lot 009, DEP File No. 214-0725). The project would impact bordering vegetated wetlands, the 100-foot wetland buffer, floodplain land, and vernal pool habitat. This is a continued hearing.

The Commission will review an update on the Montrose School Campus Improvement Project, including a response letter to the EPA and environmental monitoring reports from Hancock Environmental for March and April 2026. This suggests ongoing environmental oversight of work at the Montrose School campus.

The Commission will receive an update on intersection improvement work being reviewed by VHB (a traffic and civil engineering firm). No specific intersections are named in the agenda.

The Commission will discuss next steps regarding private well water restrictions, which may affect residents who rely on private wells rather than town water. No additional details are provided.

86 Plain Street, LLC is seeking a wetland permit to build a 24-unit affordable housing development (under state Chapter 40B, which allows developers to bypass some local zoning rules when a town is below the 10% affordable housing threshold) at 86 Plain St (Map 06/Lot 009). The project includes about 1,800 linear feet of new road, a septic system, stormwater management, and landscaping, with impacts to wetlands, vernal pool habitat, and flood-prone land. This is a continued hearing.

The Commission will review a letter from the Montrose School responding to the EPA, along with environmental monitoring reports from March and April 2026 prepared by Hancock Environmental. This is an ongoing oversight item for a campus improvement project.

The Commission will discuss the current drought status and whether any water restrictions are needed or in effect in Medfield. A decision to impose restrictions would directly affect residents' outdoor water use.

The Commission will discuss next steps regarding water restrictions for residents on private wells. This could affect homeowners in areas of Medfield not served by town water.

Coming up for continued discussion April 16 is a Notice of Intent (a formal permit application under wetlands law) for building a single-family home with wetland mitigation work in the Riverfront Area and wetland buffer zones at 0 High St, Map 28/Lot 041.

Coming up for continued discussion April 16 is a Notice of Intent for a Chapter 40B affordable housing development (a state law that can override local zoning to allow affordable units) consisting of 24 single-family homes, about 1,800 linear feet of roads and driveways, a septic system, and stormwater management within wetlands and buffer zones at 86 Plain St, Map 06/Lot 009.

The Conservation Commission will discuss an improvement project at the Montrose School campus on April 16. No further details are provided in the agenda.

The Commission will discuss and may vote on April 16 to approve a Phase One inspection report for the Danielson Pond Dam, prepared by Pare Engineering, to be submitted to the state Office of Dam Safety.

The Commission will discuss the status of town meeting warrant articles on April 16, including confirming which articles have been withdrawn and confirming a $5,000 Conservation Trust Fund article expected to cover FY2026 dam safety inspections and pond management including beaver management.

The Conservation Commission will visit 0 High St on April 15 at 3 PM to observe existing conditions and the proposed location for a new single-family home. The project involves work within sensitive wetland protection zones, including the Riverfront Area, a 50-foot no-disturb zone, and a 100-foot buffer zone next to bordering vegetated wetlands. This is a site visit only — the property is private and the public is not permitted to attend.

86 Plain Street, LLC is proposing to build 24 single-family homes under the state's Chapter 40B affordable housing law (which allows developers to bypass some local zoning rules if a town hasn't met its affordable housing quota), along with about 1,800 linear feet of roads, a septic system, and stormwater management in or near wetland areas at 86 Plain St (Map 06/Lot 009). The applicant has requested the hearing be continued to April 16, 2026 with no discussion on April 2. DEP File No. 214-0725.

Kevin Borges is seeking approval to build a single-family home on a currently undeveloped lot at 0 High St (Map 28/Lot 041), with associated wetland mitigation work within the Riverfront Area, the locally protected 50-foot no-disturb zone, and the 100-foot wetland buffer zone. Unlike the other two hearings, this item does not appear to be automatically continued without discussion. DEP File No. 214-0727.

The Commission will discuss a proposed improvement project at the Montrose School campus. No additional details are provided in the agenda, but it is listed as a discussion item only with no vote scheduled. Residents with children at Montrose or nearby properties may want to follow this item.

The Commission will discuss and may vote on a project involving an intersection, described only as the 'VHB Intersection Project' (VHB is likely the engineering firm managing the project). No specific location or details are provided in the agenda. This could relate to road or infrastructure work near a wetland area.

The Commission will discuss and may vote on a matter related to 37-39 Green St. No project description or details are provided in the agenda. Residents near Green St should consider attending or watching the meeting for more information.

The Commission will discuss and may vote on a matter at 39 Vine Brook. No project description is provided in the agenda. Residents near Vine Brook Road or the Vine Brook area should look for more information before the meeting.

On March 30 at 1 PM, Conservation Commissioners and the Conservation Agent will visit the Montrose School construction site at 29 North St to inspect erosion and sedimentation controls. The visit is to check compliance with the Order of Conditions issued May 8, 2025 (DEP 214-0716), which governs redevelopment of athletic fields, parking lots, landscaping, and walkways in sensitive wetland areas (including Riverfront Area, Inland Bank, and the 100-Foot Buffer Zone). Note: the site is private property and the public is not permitted to attend.

Coming up for continued review on March 19, 86 Plain Street LLC is seeking approval to build a 24-home Chapter 40B affordable housing development (a state program allowing developers to bypass some local zoning if a set number of units are affordable) at 86 Plain St (Map 06/Lot 009). The project includes roughly 1,800 linear feet of roads and driveways, a septic system, stormwater infrastructure, utility connections, and landscaping within or near wetlands, flood-prone land, and vernal pool habitat. This is a large development with significant potential impacts on wetlands and the surrounding neighborhood.

Coming up for hearing on March 19, Kevin Borges is seeking approval to build a new single-family home at 0 High St (Map 28/Lot 041), a vacant lot. The project includes associated wetland mitigation work and would occur within a Riverfront Area, the town's 50-foot no-disturb zone, and the 100-foot wetland buffer zone. The Commission will assess whether the proposed construction meets wetland protection requirements.

Coming up for hearing on March 19, Anthony Delapa Realty is seeking approval to build a new single-family home with a septic system and driveway at 30 Millbrook Rd (Map 52/Lot 043). The project involves filling some wetland area, managing invasive species, and creating replacement (replicated) wetland, all within or near Bordering Vegetated Wetlands, a Riverfront Area, and the town's no-disturb and buffer zones.

Coming up for discussion and a vote on March 19, the Commission will consider issuing a violation letter related to the Montrose School campus improvement project. The document does not specify the nature of the alleged violation, but this indicates work at the school may have occurred without proper wetland permits or outside approved conditions. Residents with children at Montrose School or nearby neighbors may want to follow this item.

Coming up for discussion and a possible vote on March 19, the Commission is considering recommending withdrawal of a 2026 Town Meeting warrant article that would have requested additional funds for tree removal work at Danielson Pond Dam. Instead, staff recommend investigating long-term alternatives to address dam safety issues permanently. The Commission will also discuss funding for required six-month dam safety inspections in fall 2026 and spring 2027.

Coming up for discussion and a possible vote on March 19, the Commission will consider writing a letter supporting the Trustees of Reservations' application for technical assistance through the Massachusetts Rivers Alliance to study the Holt Pond Dam at Noon Hill. The study would examine how the dam affects water flow and ecology in the surrounding area. Noon Hill is a popular conservation area used by many Medfield residents.

The Commission will discuss and possibly vote to withdraw a warrant article (a formal proposal) from the 2026 Annual Town Meeting related to Danielson Pond, while continuing to investigate options for a 2027 Town Meeting article instead. Updates will also be shared on contract work with engineering firm Pare and a Phase One inspection.

The Commission will discuss and possibly vote on a matter involving the Trustees of Reservations and Holt Pond Dam. No additional details are provided in the agenda, but it may involve conservation land management or dam safety.

The Commission will discuss and possibly vote on an amendment to a previously issued Order of Conditions (a set of environmental requirements attached to a permitted project) related to a VHB-designed intersection and sewer project on Hospital Road. No specifics on the proposed changes are provided in the agenda.

The Commission will discuss the status of Danielson Pond and may vote to withdraw a proposed warrant article from the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. Instead, the Commission is considering continuing its investigation and bringing an article to the 2027 town meeting warrant. The discussion will also cover progress on contract work with engineering firm Pare and a Phase One Inspection update.

A developer (86 Plain Street, LLC) is seeking approval to build a Chapter 40B affordable housing development (a state program allowing denser housing if a portion is affordable) with 24 single-family homes, about 1,800 feet of roadway, a septic system, and stormwater systems on land that includes wetlands and flood-prone areas at 86 Plain Street (Map 06/Lot 009). The applicant has asked the Commission to continue this hearing to March 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM without any discussion at this meeting. Residents interested in this project should plan to attend or monitor the March 19 hearing.

The Commission is expected to discuss and vote on ratifying an Enforcement Order related to the Montrose School site and to approve an on-call consulting contract with an outside firm for monitoring and oversight of work at that site. The contract would be billed on a time-and-materials basis, meaning costs vary depending on how much work is needed. Details on the dollar amount are not specified in the agenda.

The Commission will get updates on multiple workstreams at Danielson Pond, including progress on contract work with engineering firm Pare, a Phase One inspection report, an alternate access route for planned tree removal, and next steps on permitting for the tree removal work. Also on the table are discussions about temporary construction easements with the town and neighboring properties and a warrant article tied to the project, with a filing deadline approaching. Invoicing matters will also be reviewed.

The Commission will discuss and possibly vote to withdraw a Conservation Trust Fund warrant article (a proposal that would have gone before voters at the 2026 Annual Town Meeting) and instead continue researching it for a potential 2027 warrant article. No vote by town residents would occur on this item in 2026 if withdrawn.

The Commission will discuss and possibly vote to withdraw a Private Well warrant article from the 2026 Annual Town Meeting and instead continue investigating the issue for 2027, potentially coordinating with the Board of Health and the Water and Sewerage Department and conducting a broader public information campaign. Homeowners with private wells may be affected by whatever regulation or policy this article would have proposed.

The Commission will discuss and may vote on allowing a community gardens program on Holmquist Conservation Land. Topics include fencing, parking, and a license agreement governing the use of this public conservation area.

The Commission will get updates on contracted work with engineering firm Pare, a Phase One inspection, an alternate access route for tree removal, and permitting steps for that tree removal work. Also on the table: construction easements potentially involving neighboring properties and a possible Town Meeting warrant article related to the pond project.

The Commission will discuss and may vote on a proposed Town Meeting warrant article to fund ongoing land management costs such as mowing and beaver management on conservation lands. If approved at Town Meeting, this could affect the town budget.

The Commission will discuss progress on a potential Town Meeting warrant article related to private wells, including a meeting with B. Nelson and the warrant committee, and possible coordination with the Board of Health and the Water and Sewerage department. Ongoing investigation and reporting are also on the agenda.

The Commission will follow up on potential conservation violations at the Rail Trail and at 37-39 Green Street. No additional details are provided in the agenda.

The agenda notes two upcoming public hearings: one for 86 Plain Street on March 5, 2026, and one for 1 Indian Hill on March 19, 2026. Residents near these addresses should watch for hearing notices with more details.

Coming up for continued discussion on February 5, the Commission will review a proposal by 86 Plain Street, LLC to build a 24-unit single-family affordable housing development (under Chapter 40B, a state law that can override some local zoning rules) at 86 Plain St (Map 06/Lot 009). The project includes roughly 1,800 linear feet of roads and driveways, a septic system, stormwater management, and landscaping, with work proposed within wetlands, the 100-foot buffer zone, flood-prone land, and vernal pool habitat. This is a large development with significant environmental review still underway.

A developer is proposing to build 24 single-family homes under Chapter 40B (a state law allowing denser affordable housing development), along with roughly 1,800 linear feet of roads and driveways, a septic system, stormwater infrastructure, and landscaping at 86 Plain St. (Map 06/Lot 009). The project would impact bordering vegetated wetlands, the 100-foot wetland buffer zone, land subject to flooding, and potential vernal pool habitat. The Conservation Commission will review whether the project complies with wetland and environmental regulations.

The Commission will receive an update on Danielson Pond, including a revised scope proposal from engineering firm Pare and an update on beaver activity at the site. No specific decisions are listed, but the discussion may shape next steps for managing the pond.

The Commission will discuss proposed budget reductions for fiscal year 2027. This may affect staffing, programs, or services managed by the Conservation Commission. Specific amounts are not listed in the agenda.

The Commission will discuss placeholder warrant articles, which are items being prepared for a future Town Meeting vote. Specific articles are not detailed in the agenda.

Homeowner Marianne Hunter is seeking approval (a Notice of Intent under the Wetlands Protection Act) to build an addition that falls within the 100-foot buffer zone and the locally protected 50-foot no-disturb zone next to bordering vegetated wetlands. This is a continued hearing, meaning it was previously opened and is coming back for further review on January 8, 2026. No vote outcome is yet recorded since this is a future meeting.

The Commission will discuss the latest conditions at Danielson Pond, including beaver activity and work performed or proposed by Pare (an engineering/environmental consultant). A vote on some aspect of the pond management may occur at this meeting. Beaver activity can affect water levels, drainage, and neighboring properties.

The Commission will discuss and may vote on a warrant article related to Danielson Pond, which would place a measure before Town Meeting for resident approval. The specific content of the article is not detailed in the agenda. Warrant articles can involve funding, land management policy, or other town-wide action.

The Commission will discuss a warrant article related to private wells and may vote on whether to keep it on the Town Meeting warrant, with the option to withdraw or dismiss it if needed. This article could affect homeowners who rely on private wells for their water supply.

A hearing regarding a Rail Trail violation is listed as a next public hearing date item for January 22, 2026. No details about the nature of the violation are provided in this agenda. Residents interested in the Rail Trail should monitor the January 22 agenda for more information.