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October 21, 2025
17 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Includes a joint session with the Planning Board to fill a Planning Board seat; only the Select Board’s own votes are shown.
Present: William F. Yukna, Stephanie A. McGowan, Amy L. LaBrache, Mark S. Elfman, Deborah A. Giardino
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint Tom Murphy to the Planning Board for a term to end May 3, 2026
Motion to appoint Tom Murphy to the Planning Board for a term to end May 3, 2026.
From the minutes
“**Motion to appoint Tom Murphy to the Planning Board for a term to end May 3, 2026. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Carried. Joint vote with members of the Planning Board. 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Close the public hearing. (Roll Call Vote)
Motion to close the public hearing. (Roll Call Vote)
From the minutes
“**Motion to close the public hearing. (Roll Call Vote) Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Carried. Roll Call Vote. 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve the application for a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from Olsen Restaurant Group Foxboro LLC dba Axel & Byrne BBQ, 267 Patriot Place,...
Motion to approve the application for a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from Olsen Restaurant Group Foxboro LLC dba Axel & Byrne BBQ, 267 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA, to Angel's Cafe of Foxboro LLC dba Angel's Cafe.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the application for a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from Olsen Restaurant Group Foxboro LLC dba Axel & Byrne BBQ, 267 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA, to Angel's Cafe of Foxboro LLC dba Angel's Cafe. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve an Annual Entertainment license application for Angel's Cafe of Foxboro LLC dba Angel's Cafe, located at 267 Patriot Place
Motion to approve an Annual Entertainment license application for Angel's Cafe of Foxboro LLC dba Angel's Cafe, located at 267 Patriot Place.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve an Annual Entertainment license application for Angel's Cafe of Foxboro LLC dba Angel's Cafe, located at 267 Patriot Place. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve a Common Victualler license application for Angel's Cafe of Foxboro LLC dba Angel's Cafe, located at 267 Patriot Place
Motion to approve a Common Victualler license application for Angel's Cafe of Foxboro LLC dba Angel's Cafe, located at 267 Patriot Place.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve a Common Victualler license application for Angel's Cafe of Foxboro LLC dba Angel's Cafe, located at 267 Patriot Place. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Accept $76,181.81 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG)
Motion to accept $76,181.81 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG).
From the minutes
“**Motion to accept $76,181.81 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Carried 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Accept $1,399,125.95 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant
Motion to accept $1,399,125.95 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant.
From the minutes
“**Motion to accept $1,399,125.95 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
A prove a One Day Beer & Wine License application for TAPPED Beer Truck to host an event at Normandy Farms Campground, 72 West Street on October 25, 2025 and November 1, 2025 from 5pm to 10pm
Motion to a prove a One Day Beer & Wine License application for TAPPED Beer Truck to host an event at Normandy Farms Campground, 72 West Street on October 25, 2025 and November 1, 2025 from 5pm to 10pm.
From the minutes
“**Motion to a prove a One Day Beer & Wine License application for TAPPED Beer Truck to host an event at Normandy Farms Campground, 72 West Street on October 25, 2025 and November 1, 2025 from 5pm to 10pm. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Carried 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve National Grid to install pullbox over existing underground primary at south comer of Abbie Ln and Windsor Dr and wire from there up Abbie Ln to end of the culde-sac
Motion to approve National Grid to install pullbox over existing underground primary at south comer of Abbie Ln and Windsor Dr and wire from there up Abbie Ln to end of the culde-sac.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve National Grid to install pullbox over existing underground primary at south comer of Abbie Ln and Windsor Dr and wire from there up Abbie Ln to end of the culde-sac. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve National Grid to Install 1 JO Pole on Washington St, beginning at a point approximately 950ft Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of Washington St - Patriot Pl. National Grid...
Motion to approve National Grid to Install 1 JO Pole on Washington St, beginning at a point approximately 950ft Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of Washington St - Patriot Pl. National Grid is proposing to install a new utility pole P.62-50 and AMI EMR for AMI FAN project on P.6250, Washington St.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve National Grid to Install 1 JO Pole on Washington St, beginning at a point approximately 950ft Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of Washington St - Patriot Pl. National Grid is proposing to install a new utility pole P.62-50 and AMI EMR for AMI FAN project on P.6250, Washington St. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve a Memorial Bench in memory of Billy Wilson
Motion to approve a Memorial Bench in memory of Billy Wilson.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve a Memorial Bench in memory of Billy Wilson. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve the $1200 donation for the memorial bench in memory of Billy Wilson
Motion to approve the $1200 donation for the memorial bench in memory of Billy Wilson.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the $1200 donation for the memorial bench in memory of Billy Wilson. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve a Memorial Bench in memory of Richard A. Hogan, Jr
Motion to approve a Memorial Bench in memory of Richard A. Hogan, Jr.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve a Memorial Bench in memory of Richard A. Hogan, Jr. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve the $1200 donation for the memorial bench in memory of Richard A. Hogan, Jr
Motion to approve the $1200 donation for the memorial bench in memory of Richard A. Hogan, Jr.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the $1200 donation for the memorial bench in memory of Richard A. Hogan, Jr. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Accept a donation in the amount of $1521.64 by Gary Whitehouse for the Veteran's Day Celebration Lunch
Motion to accept a donation in the amount of $1521.64 by Gary Whitehouse for the Veteran's Day Celebration Lunch.
From the minutes
“**Motion to accept a donation in the amount of $1521.64 by Gary Whitehouse for the Veteran's Day Celebration Lunch. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from October 7, 2025
Motion to approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from October 7, 2025.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from October 7, 2025. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Adjourn
Motion to adjourn.
From the minutes
“**Motion to adjourn. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
From the Foxborough Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Select Board minutes page and its Diligent meeting portal. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: WJAR NBC 10 (Bill Yukna), The Foxboro Reporter, photo by Mark Stockwell (Amy LaBrache), The Sun Chronicle (Mark Elfman), and stills from Foxboro Cable Access videos: “Around Foxborough #44 – Stephanie McGowan for the Foxborough Board of Selectmen” (2020) and the Foxboro Jaycees Candidates Night, April 11, 2024 (Deb Giardino).
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