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February 12, 2026
17 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Stephen DeCourcey stepped aside (recused) for at least one vote.
Every vote, in order
Discussion and Vote: FY27 Override Ballot Language
Approve ballot question language asking whether the Town shall be allowed to assess an additional $14.8 million in real estate and personal property taxes for the purposes of funding the operating...
Approve ballot question language asking whether the Town shall be allowed to assess an additional $14.8 million in real estate and personal property taxes for the purposes of funding the operating budgets of the Town and Public Schools fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026.
From the minutes
“Motion: Approve ballot question language asking whether the Town shall be allowed to assess an additional $14.8 million in real estate and personal property taxes for the purposes of funding the operating budgets of the Town and Public Schools fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. Results: Passed (5 - 0) Mover: Stephen DeCourcey Seconder: Eric Helmuth Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: DeCourcey, second: Helmuth)
Discussion and Vote: FY27 Override Commitments
To adopt the FY27 Override Commitments as outlined in the Town Manager's memorandum
To adopt the FY27 Override Commitments as outlined in the Town Manager's memorandum.
From the minutes
“Motion: To adopt the FY27 Override Commitments as outlined in the Town Manager's memorandum. Results: (5 - 0) Mover: Stephen DeCourcey Seconder: John Hurd Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: DeCourcey, second: Hurd)
Acceptance of Funds
Approve Agenda Items 3 through 6 as a single consent agenda
The Board voted to approve Agenda Items 3 through 6 as a single consent agenda.
From the minutes
“Motion: The Board voted to approve Agenda Items 3 through 6 as a single consent agenda. Results: (5 - 0) Mover: Eric Helmuth Seconder: Jane Morgan Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Helmuth, second: Morgan)
Eversource Petition / Grafton Street
Subject to the conditions recommended by the Department of Public Works
Subject to the conditions recommended by the Department of Public Works
From the minutes
“Motion: Subject to the conditions recommended by the Department of Public Works Results: (5 - 0) Mover: John Hurd Seconder: Stephen DeCourcey Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Hurd, second: DeCourcey)
Redevelopment Board
Appoint Vincent Baudoin to the Redevelopment Board for a term to expire January 31, 2029
Moved to appoint Vincent Baudoin to the Redevelopment Board for a term to expire January 31, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved to appoint Vincent Baudoin to the Redevelopment Board for a term to expire January 31, 2029. Results: Passed (5 - 0) Mover: Eric Helmuth Seconder: John Hurd Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Helmuth, second: Hurd)
Open Space Committee
Appoint Lisa Fredman to the Open Space Committee for a term to expire January 31, 2029
Moved to appoint Lisa Fredman to the Open Space Committee for a term to expire January 31, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved to appoint Lisa Fredman to the Open Space Committee for a term to expire January 31, 2029. Results: (5 - 0) Mover: Stephen DeCourcey Seconder: John Hurd Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: DeCourcey, second: Hurd)
Park and Recreation Commission Associate Member
Appoint Adam Lane as an Associate Member of the Park and Recreation Commission for a term to expire January 31, 2028
Moved to appoint Adam Lane as an Associate Member of the Park and Recreation Commission for a term to expire January 31, 2028.
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved to appoint Adam Lane as an Associate Member of the Park and Recreation Commission for a term to expire January 31, 2028. Results: (5 - 0) Mover: John Hurd Seconder: Eric Helmuth Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Hurd, second: Helmuth)
Clean Energy Future Committee
Appoint Dr. Rebecca Brenneis to the Clean Energy Future Committee for a term to expire January 31, 2029
Moved to appoint Dr. Rebecca Brenneis to the Clean Energy Future Committee for a term to expire January 31, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved to appoint Dr. Rebecca Brenneis to the Clean Energy Future Committee for a term to expire January 31, 2029. Results: Passed (5 - 0) Mover: Eric Helmuth Seconder: John Hurd Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Helmuth, second: Hurd)
Bylaw Amendment / Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture Administrative Updates
Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture Administrative Updates
Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture Administrative Updates
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture Administrative Updates Results: Passed (5 - 0) Mover: John Hurd Seconder: Stephen DeCourcey Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Hurd, second: DeCourcey)
Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Town Meetings - Procedures
Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Town Meetings - Procedures
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Town Meetings - Procedures Results: Passed (5 - 0) Mover: Stephen DeCourcey Seconder: Eric Helmuth Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: DeCourcey, second: Helmuth)
Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Town Meetings - Duties of the Moderator
Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Town Meetings - Duties of the Moderator
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Town Meetings - Duties of the Moderator Results: (5 - 0) Mover: Eric Helmuth Seconder: John Hurd Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Helmuth, second: Hurd)
Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / 17 Irving Street Revolving Fund
Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / 17 Irving Street Revolving Fund
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / 17 Irving Street Revolving Fund Results: (5 - 0) Mover: Stephen DeCourcey Seconder: John Hurd Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: DeCourcey, second: Hurd)
Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Community Center Revolving Fund
Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Community Center Revolving Fund
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Community Center Revolving Fund Results: (5 - 0) Mover: John Hurd Seconder: Jane Morgan Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Hurd, second: Morgan)
Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Recycling Revolving Fund
Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Recycling Revolving Fund
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved Favorable Action for Article Bylaw Amendment / Recycling Revolving Fund Results: (5 - 0) Mover: Eric Helmuth Seconder: Jane Morgan Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Helmuth, second: Morgan)
Favorable Action for Article Appropriation / Private Way Repairs Revolving Fund
Moved Favorable Action for Article Appropriation / Private Way Repairs Revolving Fund
Yes: Helmuth, Hurd, Mahon, MorganStephen DeCourcey stepped aside (recused) and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved Favorable Action for Article Appropriation / Private Way Repairs Revolving Fund Results: (4 - 0) Mover: John Hurd Seconder: Jane Morgan Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth Recused: Stephen DeCourcey.” (Motion: Hurd, second: Morgan)
Civilian Police Advisory Commission Appointment
Receive: Civilian Police Advisory Commission Appointment
Moved receipt.
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved receipt. Results: (5 - 0) Mover: John Hurd Seconder: Stephen DeCourcey Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Hurd, second: DeCourcey)
Meeting adjourned at 8:53p.m
Meeting adjourned at 8:53p.m.
From the minutes
“Motion: Meeting adjourned at 8:53p.m. Results: (5 - 0) Mover: Jane Morgan Seconder: Eric Helmuth Ayes: Diane Mahon, John Hurd, Stephen DeCourcey, Jane Morgan, Eric Helmuth.” (Motion: Morgan, second: Helmuth)
From the Arlington Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s PrimeGov meeting portal (linked from the town’s Agendas and Minutes page). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Arlington Community Media (ACMi) candidate profile and news videos (John Hurd, 2018; Stephen DeCourcey, 2019); Arlington Patch candidate profile (Eric Helmuth, 2021, courtesy of the candidate); YourArlington (Joseph Solomon, June 2026, photo by Marjorie Howard; Diane Mahon, March 2026 candidate profile, photo submitted by the candidate).
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