Select Board
Sherborn's main governing board. Sets town policy, approves major contracts, and makes key appointments.
48 items across 8 meetings.
June 11, 2026 · agenda
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Board meets with Town Counsel in closed session to discuss active Middlesex Superior Court lawsuit (No. 2181CV01004) and privileged communications under the Public Records Law.
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Board will vote in closed session on whether to release or keep confidential executive session minutes from 2020 through 2026, per Open Meeting Law.
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Up to 20 appointments and reappointments proposed across 14 bodies, including the ZBA (Zachary McBride), Board of Assessors (Kevin Rudden), and a new Agricultural Commission member (Alessandra Ferzoco); most terms expire June 15, 2029.
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Finance Director Deb Siefring presents transfers moving funds between departments within the current fiscal year budget.
💰 Amounts not specified in agenda
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Sustainability Manager Amelia Landau presents a town decarbonization plan, a policy to prioritize zero-emissions vehicles in municipal purchases, and a state climate certification.
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Board will consider leasing out space within the Sherborn Public Library; details on tenant and terms not specified in the agenda.
📍 Sherborn Public Library
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Routine approvals: Town Administrator payroll warrant, a one-day pouring license for Pauline Bownes on June 16, 2026, and May 14, 2026 draft minutes.
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Standing end-of-meeting reports from board members and the Town Administrator.
May 28, 2026 · agenda
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Routine opening: agenda approval and public comment opportunity.
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Art Schnure presents a guide to walking routes in Sherborn.
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Fire Chief Zach Ward brings grant opportunities for the Fire Department for board consideration; amounts not specified.
💰 Amount(s) not specified
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MAPC's Martin Pillsbury updates the board on Sherborn's Hazard Mitigation Plan, which guides emergency preparedness and resilience investments.
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Finance Director Deb Siefring reviews where FY26 spending stands and any end-of-year budget transfers needed.
💰 FY26 budget transfers; amounts not specified
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Board discusses potential changes to how the Transfer Station operates; could affect resident drop-off rules, hours, or fees.
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Board discusses composition or appointments for the Land Acquisition Committee.
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Board considers sending a formal comment to the Planning Board on the Special Permit application for Meadowbrook Commons development.
📍 Meadowbrook Commons, Sherborn
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Routine town administrator payroll warrant for approval.
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Four one-day alcohol pouring licenses: SCCF Annual Meeting at 1858 House (Jun 1), Farm-A-Palooza at Silverwood Farm (Jun 7), Dudley Fest at Unity Farm (Jun 13), and a private party at 1858 House.
📍 1858 House; Silverwood Farm; Unity Farm
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Board members share updates.
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Town Administrator provides updates.
May 22, 2026 · agenda
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Closed session to discuss active Middlesex Superior Court lawsuit (No. 2181CV01004) against the Town and privileged counsel communications regarding Public Records Law compliance.
📍 19 Washington St., Town Hall, 2nd Floor
May 14, 2026 · agenda
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Closed-session discussion of contract negotiations with Sherborn Police Association, Local 158 (AFL-CIO).
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Closed-session review of proposals submitted to lease space in Sherborn Public Library.
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Closed-session strategy discussion for upcoming contract negotiations with third party Ruane & Father.
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Board will reorganize, likely reassigning officer roles such as Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk.
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Vote to ratify the negotiated union contract with Sherborn Police Association, Local 158.
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Board considers requesting the MA Division of Local Services to conduct a formal financial management review of Sherborn town government.
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Updates from Sustainability Manager Amelia Landau on town sustainability and recycling programs.
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Board reviews and sets its meeting schedule for the second half of 2026.
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Routine approval of a payroll warrant and prior meeting minutes.
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Select Board members share updates.
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Town Administrator provides updates to the Board.
April 30, 2026 · agenda
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Continuation of the Annual Town Meeting at Lindquist Commons, Dover Sherborn High School, starting at 7:00 PM; Select Board members may speak on Warrant Articles as presented.
📍 Lindquist Commons, Dover Sherborn High School
April 28, 2026 · agenda
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Town's Annual Town Meeting begins at 7:00 PM; Select Board members may speak on Warrant Articles as presented.
📍 Lindquist Commons, Dover Sherborn High School
April 28, 2026 · agenda
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Routine opening: call to order, agenda reading and approval, and public comment on topics not noticed 48 hours in advance.
📍 Lindquist Commons, Dover Sherborn High School
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Select Board convenes at 6:30 PM ahead of Annual Town Meeting to handle any final preparation before the meeting opens.
📍 Lindquist Commons, Dover Sherborn High School
April 9, 2026 · agenda
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Closed-session strategy for contract negotiations with Ruane and Father; open meeting deemed detrimental to bargaining position.
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Closed-session strategy to prepare for negotiations with Winn Waste, the town's trash hauler; outcome could affect residential trash costs.
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Closed-session discussion of health insurance collective bargaining strategy; impacts town employee costs and budget.
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Closed session with defense and town counsel on Middlesex Superior Court Civil Action 2181CV01004 (Richard Thompson v. Town of Sherborn).
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Board to sign MOA with the Public Employee Committee covering employee health insurance terms under MGL c. 32B.
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Board to sign the 2026 Annual Election Warrant; presented by Town Clerk John Doyle.
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Approval of promotors license for the 54th Annual Arts and Craft Fair; co-chaired by Megan Hermida Lu and Jaclyn Fogelman.
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New and renewed appointments: Dan Wolf (Elder Housing Committee, to 6/15/2029), Mark Sennot (Affordable Housing Trust, to 6/15/2028), Judith Fledderjon (Board of Registrars, renew to 6/15/2029), Dave Welch (Open Space Committee, to 6/15/2029).
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DPW Director Sean Killeen to present roadwork items for board consideration; specific projects not yet detailed in agenda.
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Discussion of sewer infrastructure needs in the North Sherborn Water and Sewer District, presented by Bob Murchison; may affect district ratepayers.
📍 North Sherborn Water and Sewer District
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Routine approvals: TA payroll warrant, four prior meeting minutes, four one-day liquor licenses (Silverwood Farms 4/24, 1858 Town House 5/2, 5/15, 5/16), and Dover Sherborn Youth Baseball & Softball Parade (5/2/2026, 3 PM).
📋 Proposed
Routine board member reports and Town Administrator updates.