Warren public meetings in 2025
46 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Selectmen
The Warren Board of Selectmen will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including staffing appointments, a Community Development Block Grant project, and a contract for stair improvements. They will also consider the town's fiscal year 2027 budget instructions for all departments. Additional agenda items cover a resignation, a special insurance task force, and other routine reports.
- Appointment of Austin J. Buckel as full‑time Heavy Equipment Operator, Highway Department (Grade C, Step 1) – anticipated vote
- Earmarking Chapter 90 funds for the River and Central Street Community Development Block Grant project – anticipated vote
- Contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for the CDBG Main Street Stair Improvement Project – anticipated vote
- Appointment of a Special Insurance Task Force led by the Town Administrator – anticipated vote
- Discussion of fiscal year 2027 budget instructions for all departments – anticipated vote
The Selectmen approved several actions, including appointing a new heavy‑equipment operator, earmarking up to $150,000 of Chapter 90 funds for the River and Central Street Community Development Block Grant project, and setting the FY 2027 level‑services budget. They also approved a contract for the Main Street Stair improvement, created a Special Insurance Task Force, renewed motor‑vehicle and common‑victualler licenses, and authorized payment of warrants and listed bills. The vacancy on the Planning Board and a few license renewals were tabled.
- Appointed Austin J. Buckel as full‑time Heavy Equipment Operator – motion carried (2"4)
- Earmarked up to $150,000 Chapter 90 funds for River & Central Street CDBG project – motion carried (2"4)
- Closed out FY 2021 CDBG Grant – motion carried (2"4)
- Entered contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for Main Street Stair Improvement – motion carried (2"4)
- Appointed Special Insurance Task Force led by Town Administrator – motion carried (2"4)
- Set level‑services budget for FY 2027 – motion carried (2"4)
- Renewed listed Class II and III motor‑vehicle licenses – motion carried (2"4)
- Renewed listed Common Victualler licenses – motion carried (2"4)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will hear a presentation from Nicotine Free Generation and discuss tobacco licensing issues. The board may vote on a Pitney Bowes proposal for certified mailings and receive an update on a capped well at 7840W Rd.
- Pitney Bowes proposal for certified mailings (discussion and possible vote)
- Presentation from Nicotine Free Generation (NFG)
- Tobacco Control Alliance discussion regarding local license issues
- Update on capped well at 7840W Rd.
- Approval of bills and payroll
The Board of Health approved the December stipends for board members and the Animal Inspector, as well as several vendor invoices. The Board also approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. The next meeting was scheduled for January 20, 2026, and the session was adjourned at 4:46 PM.
- Approved December stipends for board members and Animal Inspector (all in favor)
- Approved vendor invoices totaling $18,? (all in favor)
- Approved minutes from 11/18/25 (all in favor)
- Scheduled next meeting for January 20, 2026
- Adjourned meeting at 4:46 PM (all in favor)
Planning Board
The Warren Planning Board will meet to review edits to the 2025 Master Plan and approve payroll for a two-week period. The agenda includes a public hearing for a Special Permit Application and review of unanticipated requests.
- Review edits to Town of Warren 2025 Master Plan
- Public hearing for Special Permit Application No. 316, Maple Lane Development Corp.
- Approve payroll: $712.15 for period 11/16/2025 — 11/29/2025
- Review unanticipated Approval Not Required (ANR) requests
- Review November 24, 2025 meeting minutes
The Planning Board unanimously approved the November 24, 2025 meeting minutes and the payroll submission for the administrative assistant totaling $712.15. The board scheduled a public hearing for Special Permit Application No. 316 on Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM. It also agreed that the Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission will make the discussed wording and business‑list updates to the Town of Warren 2025 Master Plan.
- Approved November 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payroll submission for admin assistant, $712.15 (unanimous)
- Scheduled public hearing for Special Permit Application No. 316 on Jan 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
- Agreed to have CMRPC update Master Plan wording and business list
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will conduct a public hearing on tax classification options under Chapter 40, Section 56 for the 2026 fiscal year. They will discuss next steps for public safety studies at 968 Main and 1012 Main Street and consider signing an access agreement for 968 Main. The meeting includes a possible vote to adopt a Sustainable Purchasing Policy and to contract engineering services with Tighe & Bond for duct work at the Senior Center. A request to increase the Board of Health petty cash by $100 will also be voted on.
- Public hearing on tax classification options for FY 2026 (Chapter 40, Section 56)
- Possible vote to sign an access agreement for 968 Main Street
- Possible vote to adopt a Sustainable Purchasing Policy for the town
- Board of Health request to increase petty cash by $100
- Possible contract with Tighe & Bond for engineering services on Senior Center duct work
The Board of Selectmen conducted a public tax classification hearing for fiscal year 2026 and presented several motions, including taking no action on an Open Space Discount, a Residential Exemption, and a Small Commercial Exemption, and adopting a Residential Factor of 1. The minutes do not record any vote results or final decisions on these motions. The meeting also included an October fire department report and notice of a recycling grant award, but no actions were documented.
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review any unanticipated Approval Not Required (ANR) requests, discuss a possible extension of the building permit for the Agilitas solar project at 0 Cutler Rd., and consider a vendor change for newspaper legal advertisements. The board will also review and approve the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes and a payroll submission of $762.62 for the administrative assistant.
- Discussion of potential building permit extension for Agilitas solar project, 0 Cutler Rd.
- Discussion of potential vendor change for newspaper legal advertisements
- Review and approval of November 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- Planning Board Administrative Assistant payroll submission, pay period 11/2/2025‑11/15/2025, $762.62
- Review of any unanticipated Approval Not Required (ANR) requests
The Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend that the Building Commissioner grant a six‑month extension to Agilitas’s building permit, stating it will be the final extension. The Board also agreed to keep using Ware River News for required legal advertisements. Minutes from the November 10 meeting and the payroll submission for the Planning Board Administrative Assistant ($762.62) were approved unanimously.
- Recommend six‑month permit extension for Agilitas solar project (unanimous)
- Continue using Ware River News for legal advertisements (board agreement)
- Approve November 10, 2025 Planning Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approve and sign payroll submission for Administrative Assistant, $762.62 (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Warren Board of Selectmen will discuss and may vote on renewal applications for eight liquor licenses, including Warren One Stop (958 Main St.) and Whiskey Hill Liquors (2370 Main St.). The board will also consider signing the Final Report for the 2026 Seasonal Population Increase Estimation Form and the ABCC renewal certification. Additional agenda items include authorizing payment of warrants and bills, reviewing the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting, and hearing correspondence.
- Liquor license renewal applications for eight establishments (e.g., Warren One Stop 958 Main St., Whiskey Hill Liquors 2370 Main St.)
- Signing the Final Report for the 2026 Seasonal Population Increase Estimation Form and ABCC renewal certification
- Authorize payment of warrants and bills
- Review and vote on meeting minutes from 11/6/2025
- Next meeting scheduled for Dec 4, 2025 – Tax Classification Public Hearing
The Selectmen voted to enter a contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for the "Rising Above: Warren’s plan for a flood‑resilient future" project. They also approved two new utility poles, appointed a full‑time police officer, and authorized payments for warrants and bills. Additional approvals included senior‑tax work‑off hours, applications, and the previous meeting minutes.
- Approved installation of one JO pole on Brookfield Rd (motion carried)
- Approved installation of one JO pole on Bemis Rd (motion carried)
- Appointed Anthony M. Tantillo as full‑time police officer for one year at $29.80 hourly (motion carried)
- Accepted hours submitted by Leona Wrobel and Diane Hollyer for Senior Property Tax Work‑Off Abatement (motion carried)
- Approved applications of Leona Wrobel and Diane Hollyer for upcoming Senior Property Tax Work‑Off Abatement program (motion carried)
- Entered contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for flood‑resilient future plan (motion carried)
- Authorized payment of warrants totaling $808,776.32 and bills totaling $13,462.98 (motion carried)
- Approved the minutes from 10/23/2025 (motion carried)
Board of Health
The Warren Board of Health will review a final revision letter to Richard Demetrius regarding 920 OWB Rd and receive monthly health inspector updates. It will discuss creating an application and associated fee for a Body Art Establishment, as well as related body‑art regulations. The board will also consider revisions to the Obstruction of the Sidewalk bylaw and a Right to Farm bylaw, and will approve bills, payroll, and the minutes from 10/21/2025.
- Review and motion to approve final revision letter to Richard Demetrius re: 920 OWB Rd
- Discussion on implementing an application and fee for a Body Art Establishment
- Discussion on Body Art Regulations
- Discussion and revision of the Obstruction of the Sidewalk bylaw
- Discussion for Right to Farm bylaw
The Board unanimously approved the final revision letter to Richard Demetrius regarding 920 OWB Rd. It also approved all monthly bills and payroll items for November. The Board adopted the minutes from the October 21 meeting and scheduled an All‑Hazard Tabletop Zoom for November 20 at 9 a.m. No bylaws or regulations were formally adopted at this meeting.
- Approved final revision letter to Richard Demetrius (unanimous)
- Approved November bills and payroll (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 10/21/2025 (unanimous)
- Scheduled All‑Hazard Tabletop Zoom for 11/20 at 9 a.m. (scheduled)
- Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Warren Planning Board will consider several items at its November 10 meeting. The primary action is the anticipated vote to adopt the final draft of the town's Master Plan. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting and discuss any unanticipated Approval Not Required (ANR) requests. Additional items include bills and payroll and setting the next meeting date.
- Adoption vote on the final draft of the Master Plan
- Review and approval of October 27, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion of any unanticipated Approval Not Required (ANR) requests
- Consideration of bills and payroll
- Setting the date for the next meeting
The Planning Board unanimously endorsed an Approval Not Required to create Lot 59‑2 on East Road. It also unanimously adopted the Town of Warren 2025 Master Plan, directing final edits be submitted by December 12, 2025. The Board approved the October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (with one member abstaining) and approved the payroll submission for the Planning Board Administrative Assistant.
- Endorsed ANR to create Lot 59‑2 on East Road (unanimous)
- Adopted 2025 Master Plan, final edits due Dec 12, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (DV abstained)
- Approved payroll submission for Administrative Assistant ($757.01) (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Warren Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings on installing utility poles on Brookfield Road and Bemis Road. They will discuss appointing Anthony M. Tantillo as a full‑time police officer at a Step 3 wage of $29.80. The board will also consider a contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers for the "Rising Above" flood‑resilient future project and review senior property tax work‑off abatement hours.
- Public hearing for consent to install 1 JO pole on Brookfield Rd (approx. 575 ft south of Southbridge Rd Ext.)
- Public hearing for consent to install 1 JO pole on Bemis Rd (approx. 900 ft northwest of Bemis Rd and Heritage Dr.)
- Discussion and vote to appoint Anthony M. Tantillo as a full‑time police officer (one‑year term, $29.80 hourly)
- Vote to enter contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for the "Rising Above" flood‑resilient plan
- Review and vote on hours completed for the Senior Property Tax Work‑Off Abatement program
The Board of Selectmen heard a memo from Town Administrator James J. Ferrera covering staffing, the upcoming tax‑possession auction, grant work, and financial figures. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The meeting consisted of informational reports only.
Planning Board
The Warren Planning Board will review an unanticipated ANR request for 100 Maple Street (Tailor Ridge REIT) and hold an informal discussion about potential building plans for 2245 Main Street (Warren, LLC). The board will also consider the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes, discuss the board member job description, and address bills and payroll.
- Review and discuss unanticipated ANR request for 100 Maple St., Tailor Ridge REIT
- Informal discussion of potential building plans for 2245 Main St., Warren, LLC
- Review and approve September 8, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discuss Planning Board member job description
- Bills and payroll
The board unanimously endorsed the Approval Not Required (ANR) request for 100 Maple Street. It also unanimously approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes and the payroll submissions for the Planning Board Administrative Assistant. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Endorsed ANR for 100 Maple Street (unanimous)
- Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved and signed payroll submissions for Planning Board Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Warren Board of Selectmen will discuss several items, including a presentation on the library's 150‑year anniversary celebration. They will consider a vote to renew the town's retiree insurance through the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association for the Medex 2 w/PDP product. Additional votes may be taken on a wage classification for the new chief plant operator, appointment of special town counsel, and funding for a staff trade‑show trip.
- Presentation by Barbara Larkin on the library’s 150‑year anniversary party scheduled for Jan 17, 2026
- Renewal vote for MIIA Medex 2 w/PDP retiree insurance product
- Wage authorization for Scott Urban, incoming chief plant operator at the wastewater treatment plant
- Appointment of Coppola & Coppola as Special Town Counsel for tax‑title properties
- Request to fund Town Administrator’s attendance at Connect 351 MIIA trade show in Boston (Jan 22‑24, 2026)
The Selectmen approved a $20,295.24 state grant for the FY26 municipal road safety program and gave the Police Chief signing authority. They also approved a $22,000 state grant for a housing production plan, assigning the Town Administrator to manage it. Additional actions included appointments, auction approvals, and payment authorizations.
- Appointed Griffin Harrington as ADA Officer (3‑year term), motion carried
- Appointed James Ferrera as Tax Title Custodian (1‑year term), motion carried
- Approved tax possession property list for municipal auction on Nov 18 2025, motion carried
- Approved contract with Sullivan & Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC, motion carried
- Assigned Town Administrator to administer $22,000 State Community Planning Grant, motion carried
- Accepted $20,295.24 State grant for FY26 road safety program, authorizing Police Chief to sign, motion carried
- Granted Town Administrator signing authority for recurring expense payments (1‑year), motion carried
- Set trick‑or‑treating time for Oct 31 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm, motion carried
Board of Health
The Board of Health will hold a public hearing on a violation at 32 North St and will vote on any related action. The board will discuss an inspection at 920 Old West Brookfield Rd and the closure of a complaint with Richard Demetrius, as well as operational issues such as postage purchasing and internet problems in the Town Hall. Monthly business includes health inspector updates, a Milltown shared services review, approval of bills and payroll, and adoption of minutes from the 9/16/2025 meeting. The meeting is set for October 21, 2025 at the Warren Senior Center and will be conducted in person and via video conferencing.
- Public hearing on 32 North St property violation
- Inspection discussion at 920 Old West Brookfield Rd
- Closure of complaint with Richard Demetrius at 920 Old West Brookfield Rd
- Discussion on improving the system for buying postage
- Discussion on internet issues in the Town Hall
The Board closed the public hearing on 32 North St and set a 10‑day deadline for a reinspection; if the nine violations are not corrected, a fine of $100 per day will be imposed. A letter with the voting decision will be mailed to the property. The Board also approved October bills and payroll, including several service invoices.
- Closed public hearing on 32 North St (motion passed, aye votes)
- Set 10‑day reinspection deadline for 32 North St; $100 per day fine if not resolved (aye votes)
- Ordered a letter to 32 North St conveying the voting decision (motion passed)
- Approved October bills and payroll for board members and staff (unanimous aye)
- Approved Barton & Loguidice Monitoring invoice #12521 for $18,857.50 (unanimous aye)
- Approved replacement of 6 gas ports invoice for $3,122.25 (unanimous aye)
- Approved Solid Waste Solutions invoice #16874 for $2,350.00 (unanimous aye)
- Approved Burdett’s trash removal invoice #251015424601 for $719.50 (unanimous aye)
Board of Selectmen
The Warren Board of Selectmen will consider several appointments, including an ADA Officer and a Tax Title Custodian. They will vote on selling properties obtained through tax‑title foreclosures at a municipal auction scheduled for November 18, 2025. The board will also discuss a contract with Sullivan & Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC for auction services and grant the Town Administrator signing authority for vendor bills.
- Appointment of Griffin Harrington as ADA Officer (indefinite term)
- Appointment of a Tax Title Custodian for a one‑year term
- Vote to sell tax‑foreclosed properties listed in Attachment A at the Nov 18 auction
- Contract with Sullivan & Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC for auctioneer services
- Granting the Town Administrator authority to sign vendor bills before Board ratification
The Selectmen appointed Griffin Harrington as the town's ADA Officer and James Ferrera as Tax Title Custodian. They approved the tax possession property list for the November 18 auction and entered a contract with Sullivan & Sullivan Auctioneers. The board also assigned the Town Administrator to manage a $22,000 state grant, accepted a $20,295.24 state road‑safety grant, and gave the Administrator signing authority for recurring expense payments.
- Appointed Griffin Harrington as ADA Officer (three‑year term) – 2"¢ DV, AIF, motion carried
- Appointed James Ferrera as Tax Title Custodian (one‑year term) – 24 DV, AIF, motion carried
- Approved tax possession property list for auction on Nov 18 2025 – 2"¢ DV, AIF, motion carried
- Approved contract with Sullivan & Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC – 2"¢ DV, AIF, motion carried
- Assigned Town Administrator to administer $22,000 state community planning grant – 2"¢ DV, AIF, motion carried
- Accepted $20,295.24 state grant for FY26 road safety program, authorizing Police Chief – 2" DV, AIF, motion carried
- Granted Town Administrator signing authority for recurring expense payments (one‑year) – 2" DV, AIF, motion carried
- Set trick‑or‑treating time on Oct 31 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will consider several items, including a public hearing on a National Grid pole installation on Cronin Road, a request to raise dog licensing fees, and appointments for animal control and special traffic constables. They will also vote to ratify the police patrolmen’s collective bargaining agreement and to accept a FY26 Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Action Grant of $234,035.00. Additional agenda items include opening the November special town meeting warrant and reviewing the 2025 flood risk inspection report.
- National Grid pole hearing for installation of 5 poles on Cronin Road and relocation of 2 poles (anticipated vote)
- Request to increase Dog Licensing fees (anticipated vote)
- Appointment of Deborah Young as Animal Control Officer for one year (anticipated vote)
- Ratification of the Police Patrolmen’s Collective Bargaining Agreement (anticipated vote)
- Acceptance of FY26 Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Action Grant – $234,035.00, no match required (anticipated vote)
The Board of Selectmen examined the Warren Patrolmen’s Association collective bargaining agreement covering fiscal years 2026‑2028, effective July 1 2025 through June 30 2028. The minutes provide the full text of the agreement but do not record a vote tally or a formal approval, denial, or tabling of the agreement.
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss extending the Solid Waste Solutions operations contract for two years and schedule a tabletop exercise for the All-Hazards Public Health Framework. The meeting will also address a private cemetery, food event permits, and a proposed trash bin bylaw.
- Transfer station contract extension with Solid Waste Solutions
- Discussion on Farmers Market permit and fee schedule
- Food event approval requiring 14-day notice
- Discussion on creating a Trash Bin bylaw
- Tabletop exercise for All-Hazards Public Health Framework
The Board of Health reviewed the septic permit fee for 920 Old West Brookfield Rd, determined that fees are nonrefundable, and issued a $100 refund to Richard Demetrius after he declined to pick up the check. The contract extension for Solid Waste Solutions’ transfer station was tabled until the next meeting. Bills and the previous meeting minutes were approved, and a court hearing for 28 Cottage St was scheduled for next Wednesday.
- Refund $100 issued to Richard Demetrius (check mailed after he declined pickup)
- Fees for permits declared nonrefundable
- Transfer station contract extension with Solid Waste Solutions tabled until next meeting
- Farmers market permit/fee schedule discussion tabled
- Trash‑bin bylaw review motion tabled for future legal review
- Court hearing set for 28 Cottage St on next Wednesday
- Bills approved (unanimous vote)
- Minutes from 8/12/2025 approved (unanimous vote)
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will consider a purchase offer for 38 Elm Street and vote on authorizing the Chair to sign the agreement. They will also discuss a contract amendment with Weston & Sampson for the Town Common Improvement Project and a possible appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Additional items include a license application for Countryside Tavern and an anticipated vote to authorize payment of warrants and bills.
- Vote on purchase offer for 38 Elm Street, authorizing the Chair to sign the agreement
- Review and discuss contract amendment (time of performance) with Weston & Sampson for Town Common Improvement Project
- Appointment of Christopher Kopacko of 2270 Main Street to the Zoning Board of Appeals (three‑year term)
- Vote on Common Victualler License application for Countryside Tavern at 83 Mechanic Street
- Anticipated vote to authorize payment of warrants and bills
The Selectmen voted to approve the purchase offer for 38 Elm Street and authorized the Chair to sign the agreement. They also amended the contract with Weston & Sampson for the Town Common Improvement Project and set November 20 as the date for the Fall Special Town Meeting. Additional actions included appointing a new Zoning Board member, granting a Common Victualler License to Countryside Tavern, and approving warrants and bills totaling $1,053,862.71.
- Approved purchase of 38 Elm Street and authorized Chair to sign agreement (motion carried)
- Amended contract with Weston & Sampson for Town Common Improvement Project (motion carried)
- Selected November 20 as date for Fall Special Town Meeting (motion carried)
- Appointed Christopher Kopacko to Zoning Board of Appeals for three-year term (2 Yea, 1 Nay; motion carried)
- Approved Common Victualler License for Countryside Tavern at 83 Mechanic Street (motion carried)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,053,862.71 (motion carried)
- Approved bills totaling $28,145.77 (motion carried)
- Approved minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
Planning Board
The Planning Board endorsed an Approval Not Required for the 1102 East Road lot reconfiguration. The Board unanimously approved the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes. The Board also unanimously approved the administrative assistant payroll submission of $751.01 for the period 8/24/2025‑9/6/2025. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Endorsed ANR for 1102 East Road (DK 2", DV abstain)
- Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payroll submission $751.01 for 8/24/2025‑9/6/2025 (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Planning Board unanimously approved an Approval Not Required for Cronin Road, Map #10-0-74.1 to create Parcel G-3 and G-4. It also approved the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes, a $1,037.50 payables submission, and a $712.15 payroll submission for the administrative assistant. The board agreed a cottage kitchen is permissible but a Special Permit is required for a roadside stand.
- Approved ANR for Cronin Road, Map #10-0-74.1 to create Parcel G-3 and G-4 (unanimous)
- Approved August 11, 2025 Planning Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payables submission of $1,037.50 for September 4, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved administrative assistant payroll of $712.15 for 8/10‑8/23/2025 (unanimous)
- Board agreed cottage kitchen operation permissible; Special Permit required for roadside stand (consensus)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen approved several appointments, contracts, and financial actions. They declared Fire Truck One surplus property and authorized its sale at auction. They also approved contracts for the Cutter Park design improvement and for listing 38 Elm Street, and authorized payment of warrants and bills.
- Appointed Joseph Kondrat to Zoning Board of Appeals (3‑year term) – motion carried (24 DV, AIF)
- Appointed Sandra Camburn to Warren Conservation Commission (1‑year term) – motion carried (2nd DV, AIF)
- Appointed Gabrielle McKenna to Warren Conservation Commission (1‑year term) – motion carried (2nd DV, AIF)
- Re‑appointed Mary Jane Adam to Council on Aging (3‑year term) – motion carried (2"¢ DV, AIF)
- Declared Fire Truck One surplus and authorized its sale through auction – motion carried (2"4 DV, AIF)
- Approved contract with GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. for Cutter Park design improvement – motion carried (2" DV, AIF)
- Approved contract with Realtor Deborah Deschamps for listing 38 Elm Street – motion carried (2.4 DV, AIF)
- Authorized payment of warrants ($124,267.10) and listed bills – motion carried (2" DV, AIF for warrants; 2"* DV, AIF for bills)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will vote to appoint Tessa Obuchowski as a Health Inspector and review a fee schedule for Food Establishment permits. The meeting also includes a discussion on covering rabies vaccination costs and a public hearing for a mobile food truck permit.
- Vote to appoint Tessa Obuchowski as Health Inspector
- Review and possible adjustment to Food Establishment permit fee schedule
- Discussion on covering rabies pre-exposure vaccination costs
- Public hearing for Crust & Confections mobile food truck permit
- Review of Transfer station video
The Board voted to appoint Tessa Obuchowski as the Board of Health Inspector. A motion removed Richard Demetrius as the installer on the septic permit for 920 Old West Brookfield Rd. The Board approved a $120 annual fee for residential cottage food permits. The Board approved a letter requiring a fence around 169 Southbridge Rd and approved the month‑to‑month bills.
- Appointed Tessa Obuchowski as Health Inspector (aye votes from Travis Baker, James McKeon, Dan Thibodeau)
- Removed Richard Demetrius as installer on septic permit for 920 Old West Brookfield Rd (aye votes from James McKeon, Travis Baker, Daniel Thibodeau)
- Approved residential cottage food permit fee of $120 annually (aye votes from James McKeon, Travis Baker, Daniel Thibodeau)
- Approved letter requiring fence around 169 Southbridge Rd to protect public (aye votes from Travis Baker, Daniel Thibodeau, James McKeon)
- Approved month‑to‑month bills for staff and contracts (motion approved)
- Approved minutes from 6/17/2025 (motion approved)
- Set next meeting for September 16 at 6:00 pm (motion approved)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:26 pm (aye votes from all members)
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved an ANR to convey and combine the 430 Cutler Road parcel with adjacent property. It also issued a written determination confirming completion of the ZPT Solar Project at 334 Coy Hill Road. Payroll submissions for the Planning Board Administrative Assistant were approved, and the standard meeting start time was changed to 7:00 PM.
- Endorsed ANR for 430 Cutler Road Extension (unanimous)
- Issued written determination of ZPT Solar Project completion (unanimous)
- Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payroll submissions for Planning Board Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
- Changed standard Planning Board meeting start time to 7:00 PM (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen approved Q3 and Q4 FY25 ambulance abatements, appointed Kenneth Clinton as a Tenant Board Member, and supported a statewide paint‑recycling resolution. They also declared the 2007 Ford van assigned to the Senior Center surplus property and directed its decommission and auction. Payments of warrants and small vendor bills were authorized, the July 24 minutes were approved, and the meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.
- Approved Q3 FY25 ambulance abatements (motion carried, vote "2d RE, AIF")
- Approved Q4 FY25 ambulance abatements (motion carried, vote "2\"¢ RE, AIF")
- Appointed Kenneth Clinton as Tenant Board Member (5‑year term) (motion carried, vote "2\" RE, AIF")
- Supported resolution for Statewide Paint Recycling Bill (motion carried, vote "2\"4 DV, AIF")
- Declared 2007 Ford Van surplus and ordered decommission/auction (motion carried, vote "24 DV, AIF")
- Approved payment of warrants and bills totaling over $1.5 million (motion carried, vote "24 DV, AIF")
- Approved the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried, vote "2\"4 DV, AIF")
- Adjourned the meeting at 8:04 p.m. (motion carried, vote "DV 2", AIF)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen approved a contract with Murphy Specialties Inc. to upgrade exhaust systems at the town fire stations. They also approved support for Oakham's 180‑MW lithium battery storage project and appointed Robert Kelleher to the Warren Cultural Council for a three‑year term. Warrants and vendor bills totaling $21,276.82 were paid, and the July 10 minutes were approved. The meeting was adjourned at 7:57 pm.
- Approved contract with Murphy Specialties Inc. for fire station exhaust upgrades (motion carried)
- Approved support for Oakham’s 180‑MW lithium BESS project in the Ware River Watershed (motion carried)
- Appointed Robert Kelleher to the Warren Cultural Council for a 3‑year term (motion carried)
- Paid payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling $360,374.68 (motion carried)
- Paid vendor bills totaling $21,276.82 (motion carried)
- Approved meeting minutes from 7/10/25 (motion carried)
- Passed over contract with Ardent Group Inc. for wastewater scum pump replacement
- Adjourned meeting at 7:57 pm (motion carried)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen approved the placement of a new National Grid utility pole on Cronin Road and created a veteran gift account for the Hometown Hero Banner Program. They authorized the Town Administrator to contract a moving company and execute the eviction of 38 Elm Street. Additional actions included reappointing the alternate to the Regional Planning Commission, changing the petty‑cash custodian, approving FY25 line‑item transfers, and paying warrants and FY25 vendor bills.
- Approved placement of utility pole on Cronin Rd (2" DV, AIF; motion carried)
- Approved veteran gift account for Hometown Hero Banner Program (2"4 DV, AIF; motion carried)
- Authorized eviction of 38 Elm St via moving company contract (2’ DV, AIF; motion carried)
- Reappointed Richard Eichacker as alternate to Central Mass Regional Planning Commission (2" DV, AIF; motion carried)
- Changed petty‑cash custodian to Griffin Harrington (2"4 DV, AIF; motion carried)
- Approved FY25 line‑item transfers for Highway Dept, Board of Health, Sewer Dept, and Board of Selectmen (2™ DV, AIF; motions carried)
- Approved payment of warrants totaling $1,761,? (2™ DV, AIF; motion carried)
- Approved payment of FY25 vendor bills totaling $105,731.50 (2" DV, AIF; motion carried)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen unanimously approved a three‑year license agreement for space on a telecommunications tower at 1621 Southbridge Road. They also approved the change order that finalizes the School Street Phase Two and Otis Street Improvement Project. A collective bargaining agreement with the Warren Police Patrolmen’s Association was tabled. Additional approvals included summer lifeguard hires, storage containers on the Shepard Building, and several staffing appointments.
- Approved three‑year license agreement with Hampden Communications for tower space (unanimous)
- Approved change order #4 to certify final completion of School Street Phase Two and Otis Street Improvement Project (unanimous)
- Tabled Collective Bargaining Agreement with Warren Police Patrolmen’s Association (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Griffin Harrington as Executive Assistant (Grade C Step 3) (unanimous)
- Approved storage containers on Shepard Building property (unanimous)
- Approved hiring of summer lifeguards (Avienda Arienda, Katherine Merrill, Lila Broadley, Andrew Boucher, Kira Bouchard) (unanimous)
- Approved $500 reimbursement to Quaboag Youth Baseball program (unanimous)
- Approved payment of warrants totaling $2,785,480.48 (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Planning Board reappointed Richard Eichacker as Chair, Derick Veliz as Vice‑Chair, and Drue King as Clerk, all unanimously. It also reappointed Derick Veliz as the town’s delegate to the Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission. The Board approved June 2 minutes, several payables and payroll items, and unanimously authorized the Chair to sign payables, encumbrances and similar submissions for FY25. A special‑permit application was discussed but no decision was made.
- Reappointed Richard Eichacker as Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Derick Veliz as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
- Reappointed Drue King as Clerk (unanimous)
- Reappointed Derick Veliz as CMRPC delegate (unanimous)
- Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payables submission $2,082.00 (unanimous)
- Approved petty cash reimbursement $29.88 (unanimous)
- Authorized Chair to sign payables, encumbrances and similar submissions (unanimous)
Board of Health
The Board of Health approved a $225 payment to fund water sampling at Lucy Stone Park. It also cancelled the appointment of Chrissy Pare as the town's Title V agent effective June 30, 2025. The Board approved June bills and payroll, adopted the May 20 minutes, set July 1 (rain date July 8) for a transfer‑station video, and adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m.
- Approved $225 funding for water testing at Lucy Stone Park (unanimous aye)
- Cancelled appointment of Chrissy Pare as Title V agent as of June 30, 2025 (unanimous aye)
- Approved June bills and payroll, including member stipends (motion carried)
- Approved minutes from May 20, 2025 (motion carried)
- Scheduled video recording for the transfer station on July 1 with rain date July 8
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m. (motion accepted)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen approved a year‑end line‑item transfer from the Tax Collector. They approved and signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Warren Patrolmen’s Association. They approved a contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc for engineering services on the Pulaski and Cottage Street Improvement Project. The board also moved to adjourn the Special and Annual Town Meeting, which carried.
- Approved year‑end line‑item transfer from Tax Collector (all in favor)
- Approved and signed Memorandum of Agreement with Warren Patrolmen’s Association (all in favor)
- Approved contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc for Pulaski and Cottage Street Improvement Project (all in favor)
- Adjourned Special and Annual Town Meeting (all in favor)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen approved amendment 1 to the Waterfield Design Group contract for the River & Central Street Improvement Project, with all members voting in favor. They reappointed the year‑end officials listed in Attachment A and appointed Sylvia Cummings to the Warren Cultural Council, each motion passing unanimously. Three line‑item transfer requests totaling $7,072.69 were approved, and the board authorized payment of listed warrants and bills. The May 15 and May 22 meeting minutes were also approved.
- Approved amendment 1 to Waterfield Design Group contract (all in favor)
- Reappointed year‑end officials per Attachment A (all in favor)
- Appointed Sylvia Cummings to Warren Cultural Council (all in favor)
- Approved line‑item transfer $5,777.37 from BOS (all in favor)
- Approved line‑item transfer $750.00 from Veteran’s Agent (all in favor)
- Approved line‑item transfer $545.32 from accountant (all in favor)
- Authorized payment of warrants totaling $706,128.38 (motion passed)
- Authorized payment of bills totaling $18,511.12 (motion carried)
Planning Board
The Planning Board unanimously approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved and signed payables, including a $5,356.90 payment to O'Reilly, Talbot & Okun Geotechnical Engineering Services and a $711.00 payroll for the administrative assistant. Discussion items on board reorganization and a CMRPC delegate appointment were tabled until the next meeting. Town counsel advised the board to hold off on signing off the ZPT solar project until punch‑list items are completed.
- Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payment of $5,356.90 to O'Reilly, Talbot & Okun Geotechnical Engineering Services (unanimous)
- Approved payroll of $711.00 for Planning Board Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
- Tabled discussion on Board reorganization (postponed)
- Tabled discussion on appointment of CMRPC delegate (postponed)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen approved a one‑day liquor license for Lost Towns Brewing at Laurel Ridge for the dates Aug 13, Aug 20 and Aug 27. They also approved an outdoor Memorial Day event for the Eagles Club and authorized year‑end line‑item transfer requests. Additional actions included approving warrants, paying listed bills, and adopting recent meeting minutes. All motions passed unanimously with the recorded vote counts.
- Approved one‑day liquor license for Lost Towns Brewing at 648 Southbridge Rd for 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 (2" by Mr. Veliz, all in favor, passed)
- Approved outdoor event for Eagles Club at 2167 Main St on May 24, 2025 (2" by Mr. Veliz, all in favor, passed)
- Approved year‑end line‑item transfer requests (2" by Mr. Veliz, all in favor, passed)
- Approved warrants: Payroll #30 $114,944.87 and Accounts Payable #46 $69,028.40 (2" by Mr. Dufresne, all in favor, passed)
- Approved payment of bills: Entre $3,007.51; Mirick $1,140.00; Modern Pest $117.00; National Grid $1,029.15; Stericycle $127.78; JJS Universal Construction $31,336.00; Central MA Regional Planning Commission $5,000.00; Energy Construction $196,054.00 (2" by Mr. Dufresne, all in favor, passed)
- Approved minutes from April 10 and May 8, 2025 (2" by Mr. Veliz, all in favor, passed)
- Approved minutes from April 24, 2025 (2" by Mr. Veliz, all in favor, passed)
- Approved warrant for the June 12 Special Town Meeting (2" by Mr. Veliz, all in favor, passed)
Board of Health
The Board reorganized its leadership, naming Dan Thibodeau chair and James McKeon vice chair. It adopted updated trash‑hauler regulations that require mandatory separation of recyclables for all residential and commercial customers. The board accepted the Health Inspector’s resignation effective June 30, 2025, approved its bills and payroll, and tabled two funding discussions.
- Reorganized board leadership (motion carried)
- Adopted updated trash‑hauler regulations requiring mandatory recycling (3-0)
- Accepted Health Inspector resignation effective June 30, 2025 (3-0)
- Tabled $225 water‑sample funding request for Lucy Stone Park (3-0)
- Tabled discussion on using $19,851.33 RDP grant for HHW drop‑off (motion carried)
- Approved bills and payroll items (motion carried)
- Approved April 15 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:59 pm (motion carried)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen unanimously approved using up to $10,000 of Community Development Block Grant funds to retain engineering services for the downtown concrete stairs improvement project. They also unanimously approved Joyce Eichacker’s participation and vote on Nextgen’s herbicide request, adopted the summer meeting schedule, and approved the May 1 meeting minutes. Additionally, the board authorized payment of warrants and a series of municipal bills.
- Approved use of up to $10,000 CDBG funds for downtown stairs engineering (unanimous)
- Approved Joyce Eichacker to participate and vote on Nextgen herbicide request (unanimous)
- Adopted summer meeting schedule presented by the Town Administrator (unanimous)
- Approved warrant #45 for $172,124.83 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of Turley Publication bill $180.00 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of Verizon bill $534.57 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of Comcast Business bill $279.89 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of the May 1, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Planning Board unanimously approved the April 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a $774.90 geotechnical services payable and a $705.58 payroll payment for the administrative assistant. The Board agreed to request additional peer‑review funding from Agilitas and to pay one of two invoices while awaiting those funds.
- Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $774.90 geotechnical services payable (unanimous)
- Approved $705.58 payroll payment for admin assistant (unanimous)
- Agreed to request additional peer‑review funding from Agilitas (unanimous)
- Agreed to pay one of two O’Reilly, Talbot & Okun invoices while awaiting funds (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen unanimously appointed Jacob Provost as a full‑time Heavy Equipment Operator for the Highway Department at Grade PW‑2 step minimum. They also authorized the Highway Surveyor to hire temporary part‑time staff limited to 20 hours per week for six weeks. The Board reorganized its leadership, naming Richard Eichacker Chair, Derick Veliz Vice‑Chair, and David Dufresne Clerk. Finally, the Board approved payroll and accounts‑payable payments totaling $341,053.44.
- Appointed Jacob Provost as Heavy Equipment Operator, Grade PW‑2 step minimum (unanimous)
- Authorized Highway Surveyor to hire temporary part‑time staff, max 20 hrs/week for 6 weeks (unanimous)
- Appointed Richard Eichacker as Chair of Board of Selectmen (unanimous)
- Appointed Derick Veliz as Vice‑Chair of Board of Selectmen (unanimous)
- Appointed David Dufresne as Clerk of Board of Selectmen (unanimous)
- Approved Payroll #29 payment of $120,415.04 (unanimous)
- Approved Accounts Payable payments totaling $220,638.30 (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Board unanimously approved a series of line-item transfer requests moving funds among town accounts, including $8,946.28 for health insurance and $600 for town‑hall repair. The Board also unanimously accepted a $50,000 state grant for the town’s Master Plan Phase II and authorized the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the town. The Board agreed to use Town Counsel to pursue legal action against the owner of 26 Old West Brookfield Road, as recommended by the Board of Health. A decision on hiring temporary part‑time staff for highway projects was tabled until the next meeting, and the Board unanimously approved payment of listed vendor invoices.
- Approved line-item transfer requests (unanimous)
- Accepted $50,000 state grant for Master Plan Phase II; authorized Town Administrator to sign (unanimous)
- Approved use of Town Counsel for enforcement on 26 Old West Brookfield Road (unanimous)
- Tabled decision on hiring temporary part‑time highway staff (postponed)
- Approved vendor payments listed in warrants (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved Special Permit #315 for 727 Brimfield Road with board‑set conditions, voting unanimously. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting and a payroll payment of $700.15 for the administrative assistant, each with unanimous votes. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Approved Special Permit #315 for 727 Brimfield Road (unanimous)
- Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payroll $700.15 for Planning Board administrative assistant (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen approved a contract with JJS Universal Construction Company to replace the Senior Center roof. They also approved not exercising the town's right of first refusal on several parcels on Devils Lane, signed the election warrant for the May 6 town election, appointed Julie Vadnais as an election worker, and accepted the Emergency Management Regional Planning Committee By‑Laws. Additionally, the board authorized payment of listed warrants and bills.
- Approved contract with JJS Universal Construction Company for senior center roof replacement (all in favor)
- Approved not exercising right of first refusal on Lots 5‑11 on Devils Lane (all in favor)
- Approved signing the warrant for the May 6 Annual Town Election (all in favor)
- Approved appointment of Julie Vadnais as election worker through Dec 31, 2025 (all in favor)
- Approved acceptance of Emergency Management Regional Planning Committee By‑Laws (all in favor)
- Approved payment of warrants: Payroll #28 $112,483.70; Accounts Payable $111,669.93 (all in favor)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $13,? (list items as recorded) (all in favor)
- Approved minutes from March 13, 20, 27, 2025 (all in favor)
Board of Health
The Warren Board of Health approved raising the food‑inspection violation fees from $50 to $100 for a first offense and from $75 to $150 for a second offense. It also denied a $120 reimbursement request, moved a farming‑by‑law proposal to the select board, and approved several other items including a Village Market cake‑sale permit and the town’s April bills and payroll. Additional motions sent complaints to the town council, ordered a constable to serve a notice, and adjourned the meeting.
- Denied $120 reimbursement request to Jim Dusty (motion carried)
- Moved Right to Farming by Law proposal to the select board (motion carried)
- Approved doubling food inspection violation fees to $100 (first offense) and $150 (second offense) (motion carried)
- Approved Village Market pre‑sliced cake sales permit (motion carried)
- Moved 26 Old West Brookfield complaints to town council (motion carried)
- Ordered constable to serve notice to owner at 28 Cottage St (motion carried)
- Approved April bills and payroll, including listed invoices (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 5:55 pm (motion carried)
Planning Board
The Planning Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing on the special permit application for 727 Brimfield Road LLC. The Board also approved the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized payment of listed invoices and reimbursements. Finally, the Board adjourned the meeting unanimously.
- Closed public hearing on 727 Brimfield Road LLC special permit (unanimous)
- Approved March 24, 2025 Planning Board meeting minutes (unanimous, EL abstained)
- Approved and signed payables: O'Reilly, Talbot & Okun services $15,850.26, petty cash $48.96, admin assistant payroll $656.73 (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Board voted to decline the town's right of first refusal on Lot A, accepted a $46,603 state grant for a new financial system, and approved contracts for engineering services, master‑plan updates, and a regional 911 emergency communication district. All motions were approved unanimously. The meeting also authorized payment of several warrants and bills.
- Declined to exercise right of first refusal for Lot A (4.039 acres) – all in favor
- Accepted $46,603 State Community Compact Cabinet IT grant for Quaboag Regional School District – all in favor
- Approved contract with Waterfield Design Group for River and Central Street Improvement Project engineering services – all in favor
- Approved contract with Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission for Phase II Master Plan services and authorized the Town Administrator to sign – all in favor
- Accepted provisions for a regional 911 emergency communication district and entered agreement with Barre, Hubbardston, Oakham, and Rutland – all in favor
- Authorized payment of warrants: Payroll #27 $117,336.85; Accounts Payable #39 $191,378.05; Accounts Payable #40 $20,141.64 – all in favor
- Authorized payment of bills totaling $5,? (see itemized amounts) – all in favor
Board of Health
The Board of Health approved the inspection report for Village Market and authorized ordering food and scheduling a final inspection. The board added a stipulation that the establishment will be permanently closed if it fails future inspections. The meeting was adjourned at 3:37 pm.
- Approved Village Market inspection and next steps (motion accepted)
- Adjourned meeting at 3:37 pm (motion accepted)
Board of Health
The Board of Health discussed the open Animal Inspector position and interviewed Ryan Davis. After the interview, the Board offered Davis a one‑year term and moved to appoint him. The appointment motion passed with ayes from JM and DT. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Appointed Ryan Davis as Animal Inspector (1‑year term) – motion passed (ayes: JM, DT)
- Motion to adjourn the meeting passed
Board of Selectmen
The Selectmen approved Jacqueline Kingsbury as a part‑time Clerk in the Assessor’s Office. They also approved a new three‑year lease with New England Business Machines, authorized payment of several warrants and bills, and granted retroactive pay for highway driver David Shepard. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved appointment of Jacqueline Kingsbury as part‑time Clerk (all in favor)
- Approved three‑year lease and service agreement with New England Business Machines (all in favor)
- Approved payment of warrants: Payroll #26 $119,287.83; Accounts Payable #38 $113,876.19; Accounts Payable #38A $184.31 (all in favor)
- Approved payment of bills: Mass Facilities Admin Assoc. $60.00; KP Law $260.51; Modern Pest $117.00; Master Telecom $93.61; C2 MA Adams IT LLC $331.24; Marlin Leasing $1,107.23; Pine Ridge Technologies Inc. $937.20; SBA Structures LLC $1,806.47 (all in favor)
- Approved retroactive wage step and payment for David Shepard (all in favor)
- Approved minutes of the March 6, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
- Tabled discussion with Deep Roots Distillery on relocation
- Adjourned meeting at 8:03 PM (all in favor)
Planning Board
The Board voted unanimously to continue the public hearing on the special permit for earth removal and crushing at 727 Brimfield Road to April 14, 2025. It also approved the formation of a zoning‑bylaw rewrite subcommittee, adopted an updated ANR Form A, and approved the March 10 meeting minutes, invoice payment, and payroll for the administrative assistant. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Continue public hearing for 727 Brimfield Road special permit to April 14, 2025 (unanimous)
- Form zoning‑bylaw rewrite subcommittee with RE and EL as primary members
- Approve updated ANR Form A with Classified/Chapter Land question
- Approve March 10, 2025 Planning Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approve and sign invoice payment for accounts payable (unanimous)
- Approve and sign payroll for Planning Board administrative assistant (unanimous)
- Adjourn meeting (unanimous)
Board of Selectmen
The Board voted to reappoint Detective Matthew Morin to a three‑year term, with all members in favor. They acknowledged the resignation of Officer Christopher Bouchard effective April 5, 2025. The Board agreed to the FY 26 budget request from Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School. Motions to pay a warranty of $79,305.63 and several bills totaling $30,? (see itemized amounts) were approved unanimously.
- Reappointed Detective Matthew Morin for 3‑year term (unanimous approval)
- Acknowledged resignation of Officer Christopher Bouchard effective 4/5/2025
- Agreed to FY26 budget request for Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School
- Approved payment of Warranty #37 $79,305.63 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of Entre $2,747.56 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of B‑G Mechanical $1,610.25 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of Mirick O’Connell $1,080.00 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of Encore Fire Protection $200.00 (unanimous)