✅ June 9, 2025 Meeting Minutes Approved
— Approved as written by vote of 4-0

✅ ANR Plan Endorsed for 216 & 226 Charlton Road
— Board endorsed plan to combine two lots into one for the previously approved Convenient MD building location, submitted by Charlton Road Acquisitions, LLC. Vote: 4-0

✅ Letter of Support for Open Space Plan Authorized
— Board authorized Charlie Blanchard, Chair to sign letter of support for submission to the state. The new plan will be valid for 10 years, replacing the 2018 version. Vote: 4-0

The board received updates on several active commercial projects moving through the planning process, signaling continued business investment in Sturbridge.

Jean Bubon, Town Planner reported that progress is being made on the Noble Energy signalized intersection approval after an agreement was reached with Cornerstone Bank. Updated plans will be sent to MassDOT, and the state grant contract has been extended again.

Charlie Blanchard gave special recognition to Michael Frisbie, Owner of Noble, for the significant time, energy, and money he has invested in the project.

Two new applications will be heard at the July 28th meeting:

🏢 Hobbs Brook Plaza Ownership Change — The plaza has new owners who initially inquired about dividing each store into individual lots. Jean Bubon explained this isn't feasible due to frontage requirements and suggested a condominium structure instead, which would require engineering work. No expansion plans have been mentioned.

🎨 Dollar Tree Facade Updates Limited — While Dollar Tree is adding brick to tie into existing conditions, the facade improvements won't extend to neighboring storefronts (Shaw's and beyond) due to different ownership.

✅ Combined two Charlton Road lots for Convenient MD facility

✅ Backed town's new 10-year Open Space Plan submission

✅ Noble Energy intersection project moving forward with updated plans

✅ Two public hearings scheduled for July 28th

✅ Meeting lasted just 10 minutes (6:30-6:40 PM)

📅 Planning Board Meeting — July 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM | Center Office Building
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📅 Dollar Tree Sign Special Permit Public Hearing — July 28, 2025 at TBD | Center Office Building
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📅 Old Road Realty Site Plan Approval Public Hearing — July 28, 2025 at TBD | Center Office Building
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📅 Planning Board Meeting — August 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM | Center Office Building
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