Zoom link is on the Boardwalk and here.
Meeting materials available on the Boardwalk here.
If you have any committee reports or meeting materials to post, please email them to Chris Brown and Joe Callanan as soon as possible so they can be posted in advance of the meeting.
The MMLA will hold its annual August Half-Day Program on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at the Publick House in Sturbridge. This year's topic will be clean energy regulations in the Commonwealth, with a focus on the climate bill that Governor Healey signed into law in November 2024. The bill makes sweeping changes to state law governing the siting and approval of clean energy facilities, such as solar, wind, battery storage, and transmission lines, and divides responsibility for large and small Clean Energy Facilities between the state (EFSB) and local governments.
This program will have the latest updates on state regulations and guidance, with speakers including state officials and municipal attorneys. We will address questions such as what is the municipal role in either large or small clean energy projects, and what are the best strategies for both; provide practical pointers; and delve into everything municipal attorneys and officials need to know for smooth sailing.
BONUS PANEL ON CHANGES TO THE ZONING LAW
This program will also feature a bonus panel on the very recent and important changes to Chapter 40A Zoning. These changes will have an impact on your government!
Please share this information with others from your community- they can also register for the event!
Ticket types and pricing are as follows:
MMLA Members & Local Officials - Lunch & Program
$95
MMLA Members & Local Officials -Program Only
$80
Non-Members Lunch & Program
$100
Non-Members Program Only
$90
Panelists and award recipients are welcome to attend the luncheon and entire program courtesy of MMLA.
Our September monthly lunch and learn webinar is coming up on Wednesday, September 9th at noon. Join us for an informative discussion on accessibility in municipal government, covering physical, digital, and programmatic access for residents with disabilities. We will hear from the following panelists:
The webinar will provide an overview of the Massachusetts Architectural Access Board (AAB) and explain municipalities' responsibilities under 521 CMR, including common accessibility violations and the importance of maintaining accessible routes during snow and ice conditions. The session will also explore evolving federal requirements for digital accessibility, highlighting what public entities need to know, key content areas that require attention, and best practices for compliance. In addition, attendees will learn practical strategies for responding to requests for reasonable accommodations, with a focus on ensuring inclusive participation in open meetings, town meetings, and other public programs and services.
This session is designed for municipal counsel, officials, and staff seeking to better understand their accessibility obligations and promote equitable access for all community members.
If you have particular questions that you want addressed, please send them to Jim Lampke at james.lampke@lampkelaw.com and he will pass them along.
Save the date for MMLA's 2026 Annual Conference. This year we are returning to the South Coast to the "Whaling City" of New Bedford on Thursday and Friday, October 1 and 2, 2026. The conference will be at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in historic downtown New Bedford on the waterfront, with our programming events taking place at the adjoining Waypoint Event Center. Arrive early and stay late as there is lots of stuff to do and sights to see in the area, including the Whaling Museum and the Whaling National Historic Park.
Registration, room reservation details and program information to be announced.
1.781.749.9922executivedirector@massmunilaw.org
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