Legal Advertisements - Week of September 3, 2026
WAREHAM PLANNING BOARD
54 Marion Road
Wareham, MA 02571
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 40A, §5, The Wareham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on September 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in Room 520 of the Wareham Multi Service Center, 48 Marion Road, Wareham, MA 02571 to consider a citizen’s petition, submitted by Alan Slavin, for a proposed amendment to the Town of Wareham’s Zoning By-Law.
The amendment proposes to modify Section 950-Off-Site Parking, by adding a new sub-section 952A under Section 952-Proximity and would read as follows:
“The number of public parking spaces within three eights (3/8th) of a mile of a business location shall be counted in determining whether a business in an “eligible area” satisfies applicable minimum parking requirements. Eligible areas are: Onset village from the intersection of West Boulevard and Onset Avenue to the intersection of East Boulevard and Onset Avenue, Wareham Village from 505 Main Street to the intersection of Main Street and Warr Avenue, and 1 Narrows Road to 7 Narrows Road, or to do or act in any manner relative there to.”
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to allow businesses to count public parking spaces toward their required parking spaces for their seating capacity determined by building square footage. This would allow the development of more businesses in areas where it is constrained because of existing parking requirement minimums.
A copy of the proposed zoning amendment is on file with the Town Clerk and the Select Board and may be reviewed during office hours.
This hearing is open to the public, and any person may appear and speak for or against this proposed amendment.
Jane Gleason, Chairman
First Notice: August 27, 2026
Second Notice: September 3, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
HOUSING ASSISTANCE CORPORATION
Request for Proposal
Housing Assistance Corporation is advertising for Contractors to work within the federally funded Heating Energy Assistance Retrofit Task Weatherization Assistance Program
(HEARTWAP). Clients eligible for HEARTWAP may receive services for oil, gas, and propane heating systems. Wood stoves may be serviced under specific conditions. HEARTWAP
requires that Contractors bid on the cost of heating system replacements (oil, gas, propane, wood) and work including, but not limited to CTE (cleaning, tuning, & evaluating), repairs, thermostat replacements and asbestos removal.
A Request for Proposal may be obtained by contacting Melanie Marshall, HEARTWAP Coordinator, Housing Assistance Corporation, 255 Independence Drive, Hyannis, MA 02601 or by calling (508) 771-5400 ext. 106. All proposals must be received by Friday, September 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM.
This advertisement is subject in all respects to the terms and conditions set forth in the Request for Proposal.
Housing Assistance Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
WAREHAM PLANNING BOARD
54 Marion Road
Wareham, MA 02571
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 40A, §5, The Wareham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on September 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in Room 520 of the Wareham Multi Service Center, 48 Marion Road, Wareham, MA 02571 to consider the following proposed amendment to the Town of Wareham’s Zoning By-Law.
The amendment proposes to expand the Wareham Village: Reinvestment Subdistrict, WV-1R by adding the following lots:
8 Chapel St, 47-0-1086; 14 Ladner Ln, 47-0-1087.A; 348 Main St, 47-0-1087.B & 47-0-1088; 330 Main St, 47-0-1089.B; 332 Main St, 47-0-1090; 5 Sawyer St, 47-0-1074; 304 Main St, 47-0-1091; 329 Main St, 47-0-.B; 335 Main St, 47-0-.A; 337 Main St, 47-0-C1; 341 Main St, 47-0-1157; 355 Main St, 47-0-1158.A; 355R Main St, 47-0-1158.B; 361 Main St, 47-0-1159; 367 Main St, 61-0-1036; 379 Main St, 61-0-1035 &61-0-1034; 411 Main St, 61-0-1033
The purpose of this proposed amendment is to expand the boundaries of the existing WV-1R, Reinvestment Subdistrict to include additional properties that are consistent with the Subdistrict’s established purpose, character, permitted uses, density, dimensional standards, performance standards, and design guidelines. This amendment does not create a new zoning district or modify the existing requirements of the WV-1R Subdistrict.
A copy of the proposed zoning amendment is on file with the Town Clerk and the Planning Department and may be reviewed during office hours.
This hearing is open to the public, and any person may appear and speak for or against this proposed amendment.
Jane Gleason, Chairman
First Notice: August 27, 2026
Second Notice: September 3, 2026
WAREHAM PLANNING BOARD
54 Marion Road
Wareham, MA 02571
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Wareham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on September 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in Room 520 of the Wareham Multi-Service Center, 48 Marion Road, Wareham, MA 02571 to consider the remanded Petition #10-24 for a Site Plan Review Special Permit from the requirements of Section 590, Article 15 and Table 3 of the Wareham Zoning By-Laws, to Wareham MA3, LLC c/o Atlantic Design Engineers, Inc., P.O. Box 1051, Sandwich, MA 02563, seeking construction of a large scale, ground-mounted photovoltaic solar project on the upland portion of the site, located at 91 & 101 Fearing Hill Road, Wareham, MA (Assessors Map 91 & 74, Lot 1000 & 1007) in the R-60 zoning district.
Wareham Planning Board
Jane Gleason, Chairman
First Notice: August 27, 2026
Second Notice: September 3, 2026
INFORMAL PROBATE
PUBLICATION NOTICE}
Commonwealth of Massachusetts}
The Trial Court
Probate and Family Court
Plymouth Division
Docket No. PL25P1762EA
Estate of: Howard Carter Davis, III
Also Known As: Howard C. Davis, III
Date of Death: 5/31/2026
To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of
Petitioner Robin H Ragle-Davis of Wareham MA
a Will has been admitted to informal probate.
Robin H Ragle-Davis of Wareham MA
has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.
The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner.
NOTICE OF REQUEST
FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES
The Cooperative Development Institute’s Water Infrastructure Support Program is seeking Statements of Qualifications from qualified engineering firms on behalf of Royal Crest Resident Association in West Wareham, Massachusetts to improve their electrical infrastructure.
Required professional services will include, but are not limited to, engineering assessments, additional preliminary engineering services, design- and construction-related services, preparation of bidding and contracting documents, participation in evaluating bids received, and construction administration to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
Procurement of said services will be in accordance with 2 CFR 200.320(b)(2)(iv). Qualified entities interested in being considered must submit (1) a letter of interest; (2) a statement of qualifications and experience of the firm and associates to be involved with the project; (3) references; (4) related prior experience, including similar projects; and (5) experience with funding sources including SRF, HUD -CDBG, and USDA RD.
Submit the requested information to wisp@cdi.coop no later than October 5, 2026, to be considered.
Please visit https://cdi.coop/rfqroyalcrest/ to view the full Request for Qualifications.
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
PLYMOUTH, SS
WAREHAM, MASSACHUSETTS
WARRANT OF THE WAREHAM FIRE DISTRICT}
SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING
To the Constables of the Town of Wareham:
Greetings:
In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are hereby directed to notify and warn the legal voters of the Wareham Fire District, Wareham, Massachusetts, qualified to vote in Fire District affairs to meet at the Wareham Fire Department, Station 2, 2368 Cranberry Highway, West Wareham, Massachusetts on September 21, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to act on the following articles:
ARTICLE 1:
To choose by ballot a moderator to preside at said meeting.
Inserted by the Prudential Committee
ARTICLE 2: Prior Year Bill Payment Appropriation (Requires 9/10 Vote)
To see if the District will vote to transfer from available funds known as Stabilization the sum of $70,963.82 to be expended for payment to the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance to pay reimbursable unemployment costs for prior fiscal years or to act in relation thereto
Explanation: This invoice was received after the close of the fiscal year. This Article will appropriate funds from stabilization to pay the prior year bill.
Inserted by the Prudential Committee
Prudential Committee Voted Favorable Action: 5-0-0
ARTICLE 3: Rescind Article 5 ADM 4/14/2025
To see if the District will vote to rescind Article 5 ADM 04/14/25 in the amount of $11,370.00 representing the District’s share of an anticipated Grant Award administrated by FEMA for the purchase of Wildland Fire PPE and associated equipment and return the funds to stabilization or to act anything thereon, or thereunto.
Explanation: The District applied for a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $113,700.00 to purchase Wildland Fire PPE and associated equipment. The District was unsuccessful in receiving this grant and is therefore requesting that the Article be rescinded and the funds be returned to Stabilization.
Inserted by the Prudential Committe
Prudential Committee Voted Favorable Action: 5-0-0
ARTICLE 4: Assistance to Firefighters Grant – Matching Funds (Requires 2/3 Vote)
To see if the District will vote to transfer from available funds known as stabilization the sum of $6,324.26 representing the District’s share of an anticipated Grant Award administrated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Personal Protective Equipment and Wellness and Fitness Programs or to act thereon, or thereunto.
Explanation: The Wareham Fire Department has applied for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $69,566.88 for the purchase of Personal Protective Equipment “Combination Type C Positive Pressure Respirators and associated equipment” to enhance departments technical rescue capabilities. The Wareham Fire Department also applied for the grant funds to improve the departments Wellness and Fitness program. These grant requests meet the required requirements of Assistance to Firefighters Grant imitative and are combined into a single grant request.
Inserted by the Board of Engineers
Board of Engineers Voted Favorable Action: 2-0-0
Prudential Committee Voted Favorable Action: 5-0-0
ARTICLE 5: Station Maintenance and Repairs (Requires 2/3 Vote)
To see if the District will vote to transfer from available funds known as Stabilization a sum of $125,000.00 for station maintenance and repairs, to include all cost incidental and related thereto or to act anything thereon or thereunto.
Explanation: The Wareham Fire Department has multiple stations within the fire district. Station 3, located at 281 Glen Charlie Road, needs multiple repairs. The roof is leaking. The building has had multiple rodents entering due to the condition of the exterior of the building. Making the repairs needed will prolong the life expectancy of this building. Some of the repairs that will be made are a complete renewal of the exterior siding, trim, roof, and a complete renovation of the interior living space to provide a safe and adequate work platform for the firefighters.
Inserted by the Board of Engineers
Board of Engineers Voted Favorable Action: 2-0-0
Prudential Committee Voted Favorable Action:5-0-0
ARTICLE 6: Prior Year Bill Payment Appropriation (Requires 9/10 Vote)
To see if the District will vote to transfer from available funds known as Water Surplus the sum of $9,075.00 to be expended for payment to the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance to pay reimbursable unemployment costs for prior fiscal years or to act in relation thereto
Explanation: This invoice was received after the close of the fiscal year. This Article will appropriate funds from water surplus to pay the prior year bill.
Inserted by the Water Commissioners
Water Commissioners Voted Favorable Action:3-0-0
Prudential Committee Voted Favorable Action: 5-0-0
ARTICLE 7: DUA Reimbursable Wages
To see if the District will vote to transfer from available funds known as Water Surplus the sum of $20,000.00 to pay reimbursable wages being assessed to the District or to act in relation thereto
Explanation: The Department of Unemployment Assistance has determined that a former Water Department employee is eligible for benefits. The District is a reimbursable Unit and will be responsible for approximately $20,000.00 in payments in fiscal year 2027
Inserted by the Water Commissioners
Water Commissioners Voted Favorable Action: 3-0-0
Prudential Committee Voted Favorable Action: 5-0-0
ARTICLE 8: Water Purification Plant and Wells Emergency Generators
To see if the District will vote to raise and appropriate or transfer from available funds the sum of $250,000.00 for acquisition of emergency power generation equipment for use at the Maple Springs Water Purification Plant (MSWPP), and Wells 1, 2, 3, 4, and 9. Including all costs incidental, and related thereto, or to act anything thereon or thereunto.
This article will fund the purchase of all the emergency power generation needs of the new purification plant and the associated 5 wells in the Maple Springs Wellfield that are treated at the MSWPP. The District has been awarded a Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMG) from FEMA/MEMA. This grant already awarded to the District provides a 90% cost reimbursement to the District. In April of 2021 & 2024 prior authorization of funds was voted in favor for this project totaling $1,200,000.00. Due to delays related to government shutdowns and escalation costs of construction and procurement from 2021-2024, the District needs to request the above additional funding to match current higher cost estimates. The District shall still be eligible for the full 90% reimbursement of the grant award contract listed at $1,219,354 with the 90% eligible reimbursement amount to the District at $1,097,418.
Inserted by the Board of Water Commissioners.
Water Commissioners Voted Favorable Action: 3-0-0
Prudential Committee Voted Favorable Action: 5-0-0
Hereof fail not and make due return of the Warrant with doings thereon to the District Clerk at the time and place of said meeting. Given into our hands at Wareham on this 27th day of August in the year 2026.
PRUDENTIAL COMMITTEE:
Dean Decas, Chairman
Joyce Bacchiocchi, Clerk
George Barrett, Vice Chairman
District Clerk Brian M. Crocker
Jonathan J. Rogers
Att. True Copy
Constable
A TRUE COPY ATTEST:
Wendy A. Lemieux
