Economic Development Committee — October 15, 2026

The Fairhaven Economic Development Committee met on Thursday, October 15th. The committee lacked a quorum to conduct official business or approve the September 17th meeting minutes, as member Emily had recently resigned due to family commitments and John Hynes was absent. Mr. Sylvia arrived later in the meeting. Because no quorum was established, the session served strictly as an informational update and discussion.

Members discussed recent and upcoming community celebrations, including a ribbon cutting at Indigo Spa at 135 Alden Road and an upcoming ceremony on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at South and Main Street celebrating the completed rail trail improvements funded through CPC and Mass Trail Development funds. The committee also detailed plans for the Old-Time Holiday event scheduled for Saturday, December 12th, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Preparations include a tree decorating program with 14 trees supplied by Ace Hardware at $50 each, food trucks, roasted chestnuts, and activities across several local venues.

Economic development initiatives discussed on behalf of absent member John Hynes included an updated $5,000 retail market analysis being conducted by FXM, an interdepartmental permitting flowchart to assist prospective business developers, and MassDevelopment grant funds for a feasibility study. Members also discussed local development along Alden Road, traffic safety near the G. Bourque site, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and upcoming community Halloween activities before adjourning.

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