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Boxborough Select Board
How the Boxborough Select Board voted, from the Select Board’s official minutes. 5 Select Board members elected townwide for three-year terms. Samuel (Sam) Anderson joined the board after the May 2025 town election, succeeding David McKiernan. Kristin Hilberg served as Chair and Robert Stemple as Clerk (from the June 9, 2025 minutes; the minutes of the May 28, 2025 meeting, where the board probably reorganized, are not posted). The start date is a placeholder. Covers 29 meetings, June 9 to May 26, 2026.
A monthly email on what it voted on, starting in November.
What does the Select Board do? It is the town’s executive board. It prepares the Town Meeting warrant (the list of articles voters decide), appoints members of many town boards, hires the town’s top staff, signs warrants to pay town bills, and grants licenses and permits.
Town Meeting, not the Select Board, votes the town budget and town bylaws.
Sources: Massachusetts Select Board Handbook (MMA) · Mass. Division of Local Services: the town budgetYour Boxborough ballot: 13 quizzes, about a minute each.
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From the agendas Boxborough posts on its official site. Agendas can change; the posted agenda is the official one.
Members
Samuel AndersonMember · At-large · at 27 of 29 meetings
Wesley FowlksMember · At-large · at 25 of 29 meetings
Robert StempleClerk · At-large · at 28 of 29 meetings
Priya SundaramMember · At-large · at 29 of 29 meetings"At X of Y meetings" counts the members the minutes list as present at the start of each meeting in this record. Members who step out are listed on each meeting page.
Meetings
About missing minutes
Loaded: Boxborough Select Board minutes from January 8, 2018 through August 24, 2026: 260 meetings and 2,201 votes. The town’s Agenda Center has Select Board minutes from 2017 on; MassVoter loaded 2018 on. Sixteen files posted as 2018-2020 minutes are blank (every page is empty), so those meetings are not here: January 22, February 26 (pre-Town Meeting session), February 27 and April 2, 2018; February 2, March 4, March 18, April 1, April 22, May 6, July 8, July 29, October 11, November 4 and November 18, 2019; and January 6, 2020. A few other files in the minutes slot are the agenda or another meeting’s minutes (January 12, 2018; March 29, June 21, 2021; May 14, 2026). Five scanned files were read by text recognition. The minutes call the board the Board of Selectmen until August 2018 and the Select Board after that. Not here: executive-session minutes (including released ones posted in 2023); subcommittee meetings; votes of the Finance Committee, Planning Board and other boards at joint meetings; Boxborough Leadership Forum and Acton-Boxborough tri-board sessions; meetings with an agenda but no posted minutes (among them October 14, November 24, December 1, December 8 and December 22, 2025, and May 12 and May 28, 2025); and meetings after August 24, 2026 (the September 14 and 28, 2026 minutes are not posted yet). Boxborough’s minutes name the mover and seconder and give the count as yes-no-abstain (“Vote: Approved 5-0-0”); a count that matches the members present with no no votes is shown as every member present voting yes. When a member takes part remotely, and through the Zoom years 2020-2022, the board votes by roll call (“Hilberg – aye; Stemple – aye …”), shown by name. Splits usually name the members who voted no (“Approved 3-2-0 (Fowlks, Anderson)”, “4-1-0, with Member Fowlks against”); where a split count names no one, or the count and the names disagree, we show the count only, with a note (28 votes), and where the minutes give no count or names we show the result only (8 votes). A count printed as “Approved 2-3-0” is shown as failed. Members who recused themselves are not shown in that vote; members who arrived late, left early or were out of the room are shown only in the votes they were there for, and some 2020-2022 minutes give separate attendance lists for the executive-session start and the open session. A motion with no recorded outcome is not counted as a vote. We will ask the town to confirm any noted vote.
Votes where members disagreed
Most board votes are unanimous. These are the ones where at least one member voted no or abstained, newest first.
Apr 27Not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers for FY27…Motion: Chair Hilberg moved to not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers.…Passed 3–2 · No: Anderson, Fowlks
April 27, 2026: Not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers for FY27 (Chair Hilberg’s motion, as amended)
Chair Hilberg moved to not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Discussion: Member Anderson asked for additional information regarding what other increases will be voted on and if this motion only covers the next fiscal year. Chair Hilberg stated that she wants seniors off the table for this discussion. Separating this item will be easier. Chair Hilberg AMENDED her motion to not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers for FY27. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Vote: Approved 3-2-0 (Fowlks, Anderson).
Yes: Hilberg, Stemple, SundaramNo: Anderson, FowlksThe minutes list Wesley Fowlks and Samuel Anderson in brackets after the count (3-2-0), which has 2 no votes; they are shown voting no.
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Discussion: Member Anderson asked for additional information regarding what other increases will be voted on and if this motion only covers the next fiscal year. Chair Hilberg stated that she wants seniors off the table for this discussion. Separating this item will be easier. Chair Hilberg AMENDED her motion to not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers for FY27. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Vote: Approved 3-2-0 (Fowlks, Anderson)..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Sundaram)
Apr 27Not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers for FY28Motion: Member Stemple moved to not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers…Passed 3–2 · No: Anderson, Fowlks
April 27, 2026: Not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers for FY28
Member Stemple moved to not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers for FY28. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Vote: Approved 3-2-0 (Fowlks, Anderson).
Yes: Hilberg, Stemple, SundaramNo: Anderson, FowlksThe minutes list Wesley Fowlks and Samuel Anderson in brackets after the count (3-2-0), which has 2 no votes; they are shown voting no.
From the minutes
“Member Stemple moved to not charge seniors for Transfer Station stickers for FY28. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Vote: Approved 3-2-0 (Fowlks, Anderson)..” (Motion: Stemple, second: Sundaram)
Apr 27Keep the Transfer Station fee as it currently is…Motion: Member Anderson moved to keep the Transfer Station fee as it…Passed 4–1 · No: Hilberg
April 27, 2026: Keep the Transfer Station fee as it currently is for FY27
Member Anderson moved to keep the Transfer Station fee as it currently is for FY27. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Discussion: Chair Hilberg stated that this could be a missed opportunity for additional revenue. She has heard from some residents who would not mind an increase, as it would still be cheaper than a private hauler. She suggested including this question in the Town survey. The Town has to determine other ways to raise revenue. Member Anderson explained that he intentionally only made his motion for FY27 and would like to continue having these discussions in the future. Vote: Approved 4-1-0 (Hilberg).
Yes: Anderson, Fowlks, Stemple, SundaramNo: HilbergThe minutes list Kristin Hilberg in brackets after the count (4-1-0), which has 1 no vote; that member is shown voting no.
From the minutes
“Member Anderson moved to keep the Transfer Station fee as it currently is for FY27. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Discussion: Chair Hilberg stated that this could be a missed opportunity for additional revenue. She has heard from some residents who would not mind an increase, as it would still be cheaper than a private hauler. She suggested including this question in the Town survey. The Town has to determine other ways to raise revenue. Member Anderson explained that he intentionally only made his motion for FY27 and would like to continue having these discussions in the future. Vote: Approved 4-1-0 (Hilberg)..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Fowlks)
Apr 27Approve the plumbing, gas, and electrical inspection pay rate…Motion: Member Anderson moved to approve the plumbing, gas, and electrical inspection…Passed 4–1 · No: Hilberg
April 27, 2026: Approve the plumbing, gas, and electrical inspection pay rate proposal, as presented
Member Anderson moved to approve the plumbing, gas, and electrical inspection pay rate proposal, as presented. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Vote: Approved 4-1-0 (Hilberg).
Yes: Anderson, Fowlks, Stemple, SundaramNo: HilbergThe minutes list Kristin Hilberg in brackets after the count (4-1-0), which has 1 no vote; that member is shown voting no.
From the minutes
“Member Anderson moved to approve the plumbing, gas, and electrical inspection pay rate proposal, as presented. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Vote: Approved 4-1-0 (Hilberg)..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sundaram)
Mar 30Open the 2026 Annual Town Meeting FY2027 WarrantMotion: Chair Hilberg moved to open the 2026 Annual Town Meeting FY2027…Passed 4–0 · see note
March 30, 2026: Open the 2026 Annual Town Meeting FY2027 Warrant
Chair Hilberg moved to open the 2026 Annual Town Meeting FY2027 Warrant. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Hilberg - aye; Approved 4-0-0.
Yes: Anderson, Hilberg, Stemple, SundaramWesley Fowlks joined the meeting after it began (the minutes record this after the vote), so is not shown in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to open the 2026 Annual Town Meeting FY2027 Warrant. Seconded by Member Stemple. Roll Call Vote: Stemple - aye; Sundaram - aye; Anderson - aye; and Hilberg - aye; Approved 4-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)
Mar 23Recommend Than Stunz for the appointment as the Planning…Motion: Member Stemple moved to recommend Than Stunz for the appointment as…Passed 4–1 · No: Fowlks
March 23, 2026: Recommend Than Stunz for the appointment as the Planning Board Associate member
Member Stemple moved to recommend Than Stunz for the appointment as the Planning Board Associate member. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Roll Call Vote: Anderson - aye; Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Fowlks - nay; and Sundaram - aye; Approved 4-1-0.
Yes: Anderson, Hilberg, Stemple, SundaramNo: Fowlks
From the minutes
“Member Stemple moved to recommend Than Stunz for the appointment as the Planning Board Associate member. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Roll Call Vote: Anderson - aye; Hilberg - aye; Stemple - aye; Fowlks - nay; and Sundaram - aye; Approved 4-1-0..” (Motion: Stemple, second: Sundaram)
Mar 23Recommend Article 4, Vote 1Motion: Chair Hilberg moved to recommend Article 4, Vote 1. Seconded by…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Stemple
March 23, 2026: Recommend Article 4, Vote 1
Chair Hilberg moved to recommend Article 4, Vote 1. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Vote: Approved 4-0-1 with Member Stemple abstaining.
Yes: Anderson, Fowlks, Hilberg, SundaramAbstained: Stemple
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to recommend Article 4, Vote 1. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Vote: Approved 4-0-1 with Member Stemple abstaining..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Mar 23Recommend Article 4, Vote 2Motion: Chair Hilberg moved to recommend Article 4, Vote 2. Seconded by…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Stemple
March 23, 2026: Recommend Article 4, Vote 2
Chair Hilberg moved to recommend Article 4, Vote 2. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Vote: Approved 4-0-1 with Member Stemple abstaining. b. b.
Yes: Anderson, Fowlks, Hilberg, SundaramAbstained: Stemple
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to recommend Article 4, Vote 2. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Vote: Approved 4-0-1 with Member Stemple abstaining. b. b..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Mar 23Recommend COMPENSATION, CLASSIFICATION AND BENEFITS STUDYMotion: Member Sundaram moved to recommend COMPENSATION, CLASSIFICATION AND BENEFITS STUDY. Seconded…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Stemple
March 23, 2026: Recommend COMPENSATION, CLASSIFICATION AND BENEFITS STUDY
Member Sundaram moved to recommend COMPENSATION, CLASSIFICATION AND BENEFITS STUDY. Seconded by Member Anderson. Vote: Approved 4-0-1 with Member Stemple abstaining.
Yes: Anderson, Fowlks, Hilberg, SundaramAbstained: Stemple
From the minutes
“Member Sundaram moved to recommend COMPENSATION, CLASSIFICATION AND BENEFITS STUDY. Seconded by Member Anderson. Vote: Approved 4-0-1 with Member Stemple abstaining..” (Motion: Sundaram, second: Anderson)
Mar 23Recommend COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND - CPC REPORT AND ESTABLISH…Motion: Chair Hilberg moved to recommend COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND - CPC REPORT…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Anderson
March 23, 2026: Recommend COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND - CPC REPORT AND ESTABLISH FY 2027 RESERVES
Chair Hilberg moved to recommend COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND - CPC REPORT AND ESTABLISH FY 2027 RESERVES. Seconded by Member Stemple. Vote: Approved 4-0-1 with Member Anderson abstaining.
Yes: Fowlks, Hilberg, Stemple, SundaramAbstained: Anderson
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to recommend COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND - CPC REPORT AND ESTABLISH FY 2027 RESERVES. Seconded by Member Stemple. Vote: Approved 4-0-1 with Member Anderson abstaining..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)
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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