Ashland's main governing board. Sets town policy, approves major contracts, and makes key appointments.
71 items across 8 meetings.
June 17, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Routine opening and public comment period.
📋 Proposed
Garden Club presentation and recognition of Gretchen Bravacos scheduled at 7:10 PM.
📋 Proposed
Board will evaluate Town Counsel's performance, receive a legal update, and vote on reappointment.
📋 Proposed
Vote on year-end budget transfers to close out fiscal year accounts.
💰 Dollar amounts not specified
📋 Proposed
Discussion of the town's Building and Grounds Department operations or issues.
📋 Proposed
Vote to continue Ashland's water supply arrangement through the MWRA (Massachusetts Water Resources Authority).
📋 Proposed
Update on regional collaboration efforts with neighboring communities.
📋 Proposed
Vote to accept a conservation restriction that permanently limits development on the Zani Property.
📋 Proposed
Announcement of scholarship recipients selected by the Select Board.
📋 Proposed
Vote on awarding BAA (Boston Athletic Association) grants and Select Board community grants for Spring 2026.
💰 Grant amounts not specified
📋 Proposed
Discussion of a parking or public-safety concern on Douglas Road and Greenhelge Road.
📍 Douglas Road and Greenhelge Road, Ashland
📋 Proposed
Board liaisons report on recent activity from the Community Preservation Committee and Sustainability Committee.
📋 Proposed
Routine approval of prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Accept $2,343.00 in donations on behalf of the Community Center.
💰 $2,343.00
📋 Proposed
Approve one-day alcohol licenses for Rushford and Sons Brewhouse to pour at the Farmer's Market on 18 dates, June through October 2026.
📋 Proposed
Approve a one-day alcohol license for Clover Road Brewing at CultureFest, June 20, 2026, 4–7 PM at the Corner Spot.
📍 Corner Spot, Ashland
📋 Proposed
Award Fitness Together at 12 Pond Street $10,000 in rental reimbursement and a $10,000 interest-free loan per the Economic Development Advisory Group recommendation.
💰 $10,000 rental reimbursement + $10,000 interest-free loan
📍 12 Pond Street, Ashland
📋 Proposed
Approve a Home Rule Petition (special state legislative request) to authorize additional alcohol licenses for Ashland.
📋 Proposed
Approve the annual India Independence Day flag ceremony on August 15, 2026, 7:30–8:00 AM at Stone Park.
📍 Stone Park, Ashland
📋 Proposed
Update on the status of the Community Center Improvement Project.
📋 Proposed
Update on the ongoing Downtown Project.
📍 Downtown Ashland
📋 Proposed
Update on the Ashland Arboretum, Bark Park, and YMCA developments or operations.
📋 Proposed
Meeting adjourns; next Select Board meeting is July 15, 2026.
June 3, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Routine opening and public comment period.
📋 Proposed
Board discusses management of 40B (affordable-housing law) comprehensive permit process — could affect density and development across town.
💬 Discussed
Board receives an update on the Stabilization Fund balance and use — affects the town's financial cushion and future tax/fee decisions.
📋 Proposed
Board sets its summer meeting calendar and plans a retreat.
📋 Proposed
Board discusses the procedure for re-appointing members to town boards and committees.
💬 Discussed
Status update on the town-owned parcel at 0 Cross Street — nature of the issue not specified in agenda.
📍 0 Cross Street, Ashland MA
📋 Proposed
Approve May 20 regular session minutes and confirm Patrick Rose as Light Equipment Operator in the Water/Sewer Department, waiving the 15-day waiting period.
💬 Discussed
Town Manager updates the board on the status of the Community Center improvement project.
📍 101 Main Street, Ashland MA 01721
💬 Discussed
Individual board members share updates.
• Status unclear
Meeting adjourns; next meeting June 17, 2026.
May 20, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Routine opening and public comment period.
💬 Discussed
Board reviews results of the May 19 town election, held the day before this meeting.
💬 Discussed
Board reorganizes roles and chair assignments following the election.
💬 Discussed
Preparation discussion for the upcoming annual Town Meeting on June 3.
💬 Discussed
Board discusses the Fiscal Year 2027 town budget ahead of Town Meeting.
💬 Discussed
Review of the Buildings and Grounds Department's operations or structure (details attached).
💬 Discussed
Board reviews the evaluation process and timeline for the town's legal counsel.
🗳️ Voted on
Board votes to adopt a policy governing donated benches on town property.
💬 Discussed
Board considers transferring control of athletic fields to the School Department.
💬 Discussed
Board discusses a town scholarship program (specifics not detailed in agenda).
💬 Discussed
Status update on active 40B (state affordable-housing law) developments in Ashland.
💬 Discussed
Board members report updates from committees including Conservation, ZBA, Open Space, Stormwater, and others.
📋 Proposed
Routine approval of prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Town Manager appoints Ellen Franco as Public Safety Dispatcher; board asked to waive the standard 15-day waiting period.
📋 Proposed
Chair authorized to sign and adopt the town's Hazard Mitigation Plan.
📋 Proposed
One-day licenses for 1634 Meadery LLC, Jammalo Craft Wines, Iemmallo Wine Cellars, and Spicy Water Distillery to sell at the Farmer's Market on 18 dates from June through October 2026.
💬 Discussed
Status update on ongoing improvements to the town community center.
💬 Discussed
Update on the Warren Barn project (details not specified in agenda).
💬 Discussed
Ribbon cutting for the Ashland Arboretum scheduled for June 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM.
💬 Discussed
Bark Park ribbon cutting expected at end of June 2026.
💬 Discussed
Recognition of town employee Laura Clifford.
💬 Discussed
Reminder that CultureFest runs May 30, 2026, 3:00–7:00 PM.
• Status unclear
Meeting adjourned; next Select Board meeting is June 17, 2026.