CPA Projects – Detailed Report

The CPC Planner is responsible for assisting with the implementation and leveraging of the Town's Community Preservation program while working in collaboration with the CPC, Planning Board, ZBA, Housing Authority and Town Council. The position is responsible for preparing funding recommendations from the CPC to Town Council; working with grant recipients to monitor the implementation of CPA-funded projects; assisting the CPC with media activities and community outreach; assisting with the preparation of the CPC's Annual Report and annual update of the Community Preservation Plan; and other general tasks to assist the CPC with implementation of the CPA Program. Works with the CPC in its capacity to review and approve CPC recommendations, including writing CPC recommendation memos, docketing items, providing support materials, and Town Council meetings as they pertain to CPC recommendations. To help the CPC in its endeavor to acquire and preserve open space, community housing, and historic preservation.  Furthermore, to assist in smart growth housing initiatives that will lead to meeting the Town's 40B requirements. Works with the Town Counsel to ensure timely execution of funding agreements and other legal documents pertaining to CPA funded projects such as open space, historic preservation, and housing deed restrictions.