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Boxborough Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting

June 23, 2025

27 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Kristin Hilberg, Priya Sundaram, Robert Stemple, Wesley Fowlks, Samuel Anderson

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • Samuel Anderson took part remotely.

Every vote, in order

b. Discussion and Possible Vote: Private Detail Pay Rate Adjustments for Public Safety Employees on the Personnel

Approve the proposed adjustments to the private detail rates for public safety employees on the Personnel Plan, effective July 1, 2025, as recommended by the Personnel Board

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Member Stemple moved to approve the proposed adjustments to the private detail rates for public safety employees on the Personnel Plan, effective July 1, 2025, as recommended by the Personnel Board. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Member Stemple moved to approve the proposed adjustments to the private detail rates for public safety employees on the Personnel Plan, effective July 1, 2025, as recommended by the Personnel Board. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Stemple, second: Sundaram)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

a. Action: Annual Appointments

Appoint Dr. Edwin Knights to the Council on Aging for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Dr. Edwin Knights to the Council on Aging for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Dr. Edwin Knights to the Council on Aging for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Cheryl Mahoney to the Personnel Board for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Cheryl Mahoney to the Personnel Board for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Cheryl Mahoney to the Personnel Board for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint John Fallon to the Community Preservation Committee as a member-at-large for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · 4–0

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint John Fallon to the Community Preservation Committee as a member-at-large for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - abstain; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 4-0-1.

Yes: Fowlks, Hilberg, Stemple, SundaramAbstained: Anderson

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint John Fallon to the Community Preservation Committee as a member-at-large for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - abstain; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 4-0-1..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Steve Schmidt to the Community Preservation Committee as the Conservation Commission representative for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · 4–0

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Steve Schmidt to the Community Preservation Committee as the Conservation Commission representative for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - abstain; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 4-0-1.

Yes: Fowlks, Hilberg, Stemple, SundaramAbstained: Anderson

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Steve Schmidt to the Community Preservation Committee as the Conservation Commission representative for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - abstain; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 4-0-1..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Lavanya Selvaraj to the Economic Development Committee for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Lavanya Selvaraj to the Economic Development Committee for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg- aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Lavanya Selvaraj to the Economic Development Committee for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg- aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Brittney Zorn to the Community Preservation Committee as the Housing Board representative for a term ending June 30, 2027

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · 4–0

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Brittney Zorn to the Community Preservation Committee as the Housing Board representative for a term ending June 30, 2027. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - abstain; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 4-0-1.

Yes: Fowlks, Hilberg, Stemple, SundaramAbstained: Anderson

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Brittney Zorn to the Community Preservation Committee as the Housing Board representative for a term ending June 30, 2027. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - abstain; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 4-0-1..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Barbara Birt to the Council on Aging for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Barbara Birt to the Council on Aging for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Barbara Birt to the Council on Aging for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Lucy Indge to the Conservation Commission for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Lucy Indge to the Conservation Commission for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Lucy Indge to the Conservation Commission for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Than Stuntz to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending June 30, 2028; Mark White as a MAGIC representative to the Planning Board with a term ending June 30, 2026; Mark White to the...

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Than Stuntz to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending June 30, 2028; Mark White as a MAGIC representative to the Planning Board with a term ending June 30, 2026; Mark White to the MAPC Council as an alternate with a term ending June 30, 2026; Mark White to the Economic Development Committee with a term ending June 30, 2028; Owen Neville to the Agricultural Commission with a term ending June 30, 2028; Al Murphy to the Wellbeing Committee with a term ending 20250623 2 June 30, 2028; Jim Moss to the Cemetery Commission with a term ending June 30, 2028; Palmer Moore to the Sustainability Committee for a term ending June 30, 2028; Elizabeth Markiewicz to the Wellbeing Committee for a term ending June 30, 2028; Diane Friedman to the Housing Board for a term ending June 30, 2028; Chad Childers to the Historic District Commission with a term ending June 30, 2028; and Mark Barbadoro to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Than Stuntz to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending June 30, 2028; Mark White as a MAGIC representative to the Planning Board with a term ending June 30, 2026; Mark White to the MAPC Council as an alternate with a term ending June 30, 2026; Mark White to the Economic Development Committee with a term ending June 30, 2028; Owen Neville to the Agricultural Commission with a term ending June 30, 2028; Al Murphy to the Wellbeing Committee with a term ending 20250623 2 June 30, 2028; Jim Moss to the Cemetery Commission with a term ending June 30, 2028; Palmer Moore to the Sustainability Committee for a term ending June 30, 2028; Elizabeth Markiewicz to the Wellbeing Committee for a term ending June 30, 2028; Diane Friedman to the Housing Board for a term ending June 30, 2028; Chad Childers to the Historic District Commission with a term ending June 30, 2028; and Mark Barbadoro to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Bob Stemple as the MAGIC representative for the Select Board for a term ending June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Bob Stemple as the MAGIC representative for the Select Board for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Bob Stemple as the MAGIC representative for the Select Board for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Sundaram)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint KP Law P.C. to the position of Town Counsel for a term ending June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint KP Law P.C. to the position of Town Counsel for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint KP Law P.C. to the position of Town Counsel for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Rebecca Harris to the position of Town Clerk for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Rebecca Harris to the position of Town Clerk for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Rebecca Harris to the position of Town Clerk for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Phyllis Tower to the position of Inspector of Animals for a term ending June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Phyllis Tower to the position of Inspector of Animals for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Phyllis Tower to the position of Inspector of Animals for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Phyllis Tower to the position of Field Driver for a term ending June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Phyllis Tower to the position of Field Driver for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Phyllis Tower to the position of Field Driver for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Phyllis Tower to the position of Animal Control Officer for a term ending June 30, 2026

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Phyllis Tower to the position of Animal Control Officer for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Phyllis Tower to the position of Animal Control Officer for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Ed Kukkula to the position of Department of Public Works Director for a term ending June 30, 2026; Ed Cataldo to the position of Inspector of Buildings and Building Commissioner for a term...

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Ed Kukkula to the position of Department of Public Works Director for a term ending June 30, 2026; Ed Cataldo to the position of Inspector of Buildings and Building Commissioner for a term ending June 30, 2028; John Kivlan to the position of Fire Chief for the Town of Boxborough for a term ending June 30, 2027; John Szewczyk to the position of Police Chief for the Town of Boxborough for a term ending June 30, 2026; Honghoa Le to the position of Finance Director and Town Accountant for a term ending June 30, 2027; Alexander Wade to the position of Director of Land Use and Permitting and Town Planner for a term ending June 30, 2028; and Michael Towns to the position of Town Administrator for the Town of Boxborough for a term ending November 6, 2025. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Ed Kukkula to the position of Department of Public Works Director for a term ending June 30, 2026; Ed Cataldo to the position of Inspector of Buildings and Building Commissioner for a term ending June 30, 2028; John Kivlan to the position of Fire Chief for the Town of Boxborough for a term ending June 30, 2027; John Szewczyk to the position of Police Chief for the Town of Boxborough for a term ending June 30, 2026; Honghoa Le to the position of Finance Director and Town Accountant for a term ending June 30, 2027; Alexander Wade to the position of Director of Land Use and Permitting and Town Planner for a term ending June 30, 2028; and Michael Towns to the position of Town Administrator for the Town of Boxborough for a term ending November 6, 2025. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Naomi Quansah to serve in the position of Treasurer/Collector for a term ending June 30, 2026; Randy O'Grady to serve in the position of Alternate Wiring Inspector for a term ending June...

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Naomi Quansah to serve in the position of Treasurer/Collector for a term ending June 30, 2026; Randy O'Grady to serve in the position of Alternate Wiring Inspector for a term ending June 30, 2026; William Morehouse to serve in the position of Wiring Inspector for a term ending June 30, 2026; Richard Flannery to serve in the position of Alternate Inspector of Plumbing and Gas for a term ending June 30, 2026; Norman Card to serve in the position of Alternate Inspector of Plumbing and Gas for a term ending June 30, 2026; Steven Bottazzi to serve in the position of Plumbing and Gas Inspector for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Naomi Quansah to serve in the position of Treasurer/Collector for a term ending June 30, 2026; Randy O'Grady to serve in the position of Alternate Wiring Inspector for a term ending June 30, 2026; William Morehouse to serve in the position of Wiring Inspector for a term ending June 30, 2026; Richard Flannery to serve in the position of Alternate Inspector of Plumbing and Gas for a term ending June 30, 2026; Norman Card to serve in the position of Alternate Inspector of Plumbing and Gas for a term ending June 30, 2026; Steven Bottazzi to serve in the position of Plumbing and Gas Inspector for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Patrick Mortimer to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; William Gorman to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; Michael Fleury to serve in the position of Reserve...

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Patrick Mortimer to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; William Gorman to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; Michael Fleury to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; Robert DaCosta to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; and Erica Abro to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; all for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Patrick Mortimer to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; William Gorman to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; Michael Fleury to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; Robert DaCosta to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; and Erica Abro to serve in the position of Reserve Police Officer; all for a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Hanna Lima to serve in the position of Police Officer; Zachary Stillman to serve in the position of Police Officer; Diosmar Reynoso to serve in the position of Police Officer; Michael...

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Hanna Lima to serve in the position of Police Officer; Zachary Stillman to serve in the position of Police Officer; Diosmar Reynoso to serve in the position of Police Officer; Michael Turner to serve in the position of Police Officer; Maxwell Bressi to serve in the position of Police Officer; Jeffrey Landgren to serve in the position of Police Officer; Robert Arakelian to serve in the position of Police Detective; Phillip Gath to serve in the position of Police Sergeant; Nathan Bowolick to serve in the 20250623 3 position of Police Sergeant; Brett Pelley to serve in the position of Police Sergeant; Steven Patriarca to serve in the position of Police Lieutenant; all for indefinite terms. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Hanna Lima to serve in the position of Police Officer; Zachary Stillman to serve in the position of Police Officer; Diosmar Reynoso to serve in the position of Police Officer; Michael Turner to serve in the position of Police Officer; Maxwell Bressi to serve in the position of Police Officer; Jeffrey Landgren to serve in the position of Police Officer; Robert Arakelian to serve in the position of Police Detective; Phillip Gath to serve in the position of Police Sergeant; Nathan Bowolick to serve in the 20250623 3 position of Police Sergeant; Brett Pelley to serve in the position of Police Sergeant; Steven Patriarca to serve in the position of Police Lieutenant; all for indefinite terms. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Chad Childers to the Community Preservation Committee as the Historical Commission representative for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · 4–0

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Chad Childers to the Community Preservation Committee as the Historical Commission representative for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - abstain; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 4-0-1.

Yes: Fowlks, Hilberg, Stemple, SundaramAbstained: Anderson

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Chad Childers to the Community Preservation Committee as the Historical Commission representative for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - abstain; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 4-0-1..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Appoint Leslie Fox to the Affordable Housing Trust for a term ending June 30, 2027

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Leslie Fox to the Affordable Housing Trust for a term ending June 30, 2027. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Leslie Fox to the Affordable Housing Trust for a term ending June 30, 2027. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

c. Discussion and Possible Vote: Water Resources Committee Charter Revision

Approve the revised charter of the Water Resources Committee Charter as presented on June 23, 2025

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to approve the revised charter of the Water Resources Committee Charter as presented on June 23, 2025. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to approve the revised charter of the Water Resources Committee Charter as presented on June 23, 2025. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Appoint Janet Keating-Connolly to the Water Resources Committee as a member-at-large for a term ending June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Janet Keating-Connolly to the Water Resources Committee as a member-at-large for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Janet Keating-Connolly to the Water Resources Committee as a member-at-large for a term ending June 30, 2028. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

d. Discussion and Vote: Adjusted Assessment and FY26 Budget from Acton-Boxborough Regional School District

Approve the adjusted FY2026 assessment and budget from the Acton Boxborough Regional School District as submitted and recommended by the Superintendent and the School Committee

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to approve the adjusted FY2026 assessment and budget from the Acton Boxborough Regional School District as submitted and recommended by the Superintendent and the School Committee. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0. 6.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to approve the adjusted FY2026 assessment and budget from the Acton Boxborough Regional School District as submitted and recommended by the Superintendent and the School Committee. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0. 6..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

7. Approval of Meeting Minutes

Approve the meeting minutes of June 9, 2025

Minutes, page 4

Approve minutesPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Member Stemple moved to approve the meeting minutes of June 9, 2025. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Member Stemple moved to approve the meeting minutes of June 9, 2025. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Stemple, second: Fowlks)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

8. Adjournment and Executive Session

Enter into Executive Session and not reconvene in Open Session at 9:16pm

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chair Hilberg moved to enter into Executive Session and not reconvene in Open Session at 9:16pm. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0.

From the minutes

“Chair Hilberg moved to enter into Executive Session and not reconvene in Open Session at 9:16pm. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Fowlks - aye; Approved: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

From the Boxborough Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Town of Boxborough Select Board page (named group photo, LCTV) — Sam Anderson, Priya Sundaram, Wes Fowlks, Bob Stemple and Kristin Hilberg. Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.

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