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April 27, 2026
8 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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Present: Kristin Hilberg, Robert Stemple, Wesley Fowlks, Priya Sundaram, Samuel Anderson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
5. Resignation
Accept, with regret and gratitude for his service, the resignation of Larry Grossman from the Fire Station Building Committee
Chair Hilberg moved to accept, with regret and gratitude for his service, the resignation of Larry Grossman from the Fire Station Building Committee. Seconded by Member Stemple. Vote: Approved 5-0-0. 6.
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to accept, with regret and gratitude for his service, the resignation of Larry Grossman from the Fire Station Building Committee. Seconded by Member Stemple. Vote: Approved 5-0-0. 6..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)
b. Discussion and Possible Action: Review of Municipal Fee Structures
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)
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)
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)
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)
c. Discussion and Possible Action: Consider Joining Existing Class Action Suit (Fire Truck Price-Fixing Cost Recovery
Authorize the Town to join the existing Class Action Suit (Fire Truck Price-Fixing Cost Recovery Litigation) subject to review and approval by Town Counsel
Chair Hilberg moved to authorize the Town to join the existing Class Action Suit (Fire Truck Price-Fixing Cost Recovery Litigation) subject to review and approval by Town Counsel. Seconded by Member Stemple. Vote: Approved 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to authorize the Town to join the existing Class Action Suit (Fire Truck Price-Fixing Cost Recovery Litigation) subject to review and approval by Town Counsel. Seconded by Member Stemple. Vote: Approved 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)
8. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve the meeting minutes of April 13, 2026, as presented
Chair Hilberg moved to approve the meeting minutes of April 13, 2026, as presented. Seconded by Member Stemple. Vote: Approved 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to approve the meeting minutes of April 13, 2026, as presented. Seconded by Member Stemple. Vote: Approved 5-0-0..” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Stemple)
Adjourn
Member Fowlks moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:27pm. Seconded by Member Anderson. Vote: Approved 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Member Fowlks moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:27pm. Seconded by Member Anderson. Vote: Approved 5-0-0..” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Anderson)
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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