About the Single Parcel Historic District Study Committee
The Select Board established the Single Parcel Historic District Study Committee in 2023 to conduct an investigation of the desirability of establishing a local historic district, develop a report to present its findings and recommendations, and conduct a public hearing on the proposal prior to its consideration by Town Meeting.
Single Parcel Historic District Study Committee will:
- Investigate historic resources in the proposed district
- Evaluate maps of the proposed district
- Determine the appropriate boundaries of the proposed district, including review of Historic District boundaries, intrusions, and open space and vacant lots
- Determine property addresses for inclusion in the proposed district
- Gauge public opinion and build support for the proposed district
- Prepare an initial report
- Submit initial report to the Massachusetts Historical Commission
- Hold a public hearing
- Prepare a final report
- Prepare a warrant article for Town Meeting
Agendas, Agenda Packets, Minutes
On September 14th, the Committee adopted it's Preliminary Study Report.
Members
The Single Parcel Historic District Study Committee consists of seven residents appointed by the Select Board to an indefinite term.
Members | Year Appointed | Term Expiration | Appointment Type |
Adam Block | 2023
| 6/30/2026
| Recommended by Planning Board |
Robert Dermody | 2023
| 6/30/2026
| Nominated by American Institute of Architects
|
Alison Borrelli | 2023
| 6/30/2026
| Nominated by Board of Realtors
|
Gloria Greis | 2023 | 6/30/2026 | Needham History Center Member |
Leah Wolkovich-Quartey | 2023
| 6/30/2026
| Historic Commission Member |
Moe Handel | 2023
| 6/30/2026
| Resident of Proposed Historic District |
Kimberly McCollum | 2023
| 6/30/2026
| Resident at Large |