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January 6, 2026
22 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: William F. Yukna, Stephanie A. McGowan, Amy L. LaBrache, Mark S. Elfman, Deborah A. Giardino
Absent: None
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Open the public hearing for the Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 7:05...
Motion to open the public hearing for the Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 7:05 p.m. in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application of a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from BLH Acquisition Co. LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 232 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA to Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie, 232 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA. Dalton Roberson, General Manager. All interested parties are welcome to attend.
From the minutes
“**Motion to open the public hearing for the Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 7:05 p.m. in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application of a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from BLH Acquisition Co. LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 232 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA to Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie, 232 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA. Dalton Roberson, General Manager. All interested parties are welcome to attend. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, Stephanie McGowan, Amy LaBrache, and Bill Yukna Carried. Roll Call Vote. 5-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Close the public hearing
Motion to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“**Motion to close the public hearing. 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 Beverage License from BLH Acquisition Co. LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 232 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA...
Motion to approve the application for a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverage License from BLH Acquisition Co. LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 232 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA to Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 2023 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the application for a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverage License from BLH Acquisition Co. LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 232 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA to Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 2023 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA. 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 a Common Victualler Application for Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 2023 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA
Motion to approve a Common Victualler Application for Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 2023 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve a Common Victualler Application for Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 2023 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA. 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 an Entertainment Application for Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 2023 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA
Motion to approve an Entertainment Application for Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 2023 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve an Entertainment Application for Louie Restaurants, LLC dba Bar Louie Tavern & Grill, 2023 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA. 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)
Open the public hearing for the Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 7:15...
Motion to open the public hearing for the Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 7:15 p.m. in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application of a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual Innholder All Alcohol Beverages License from Sonesta International Hotels Corporation dba Sonesta Select Boston Foxborough, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA to 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA. Gunvantrai Patel, General Manager. All interested parties are welcome to attend.
From the minutes
“**Motion to open the public hearing for the Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 7:15 p.m. in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application of a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual Innholder All Alcohol Beverages License from Sonesta International Hotels Corporation dba Sonesta Select Boston Foxborough, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA to 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA. Gunvantrai Patel, General Manager. All interested parties are welcome to attend. 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)
Close the public hearing
Motion to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“**Motion to close the public hearing. 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 an Application for a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual Innholder All Alcohol Beverage License from Sonesta International Hotels Corporation dba Sonesta Select Boston Foxborough,...
Motion to approve an Application for a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual Innholder All Alcohol Beverage License from Sonesta International Hotels Corporation dba Sonesta Select Boston Foxborough, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA to 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve an Application for a Transfer of License of an On Premises Annual Innholder All Alcohol Beverage License from Sonesta International Hotels Corporation dba Sonesta Select Boston Foxborough, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA to 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA. 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 a Common Victualler Application for 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA
Motion to approve a Common Victualler Application for 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve a Common Victualler Application for 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA. 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 an Entertainment Application for 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA
Motion to approve an Entertainment Application for 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve an Entertainment Application for 35, Foxborough Hospitality LLC dba Sonesta Select, 35 Foxborough Boulevard, Foxborough MA. 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)
Open the public hearing for the Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 7:25...
Motion to open the public hearing for the Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 7:25 p.m. in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application of a Transfer of License of an Off Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from Ravi and Rushi Corporation dba X-Press Mini Mart, 126 Main Street, Foxborough MA to JAYGOGA Spirits LLC dba X-Press Mini Mart, 126 Main Street, Foxborough MA. Dharmistha Patel, General Manager. All interested parties are welcome to attend.
From the minutes
“**Motion to open the public hearing for the Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 7:25 p.m. in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application of a Transfer of License of an Off Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from Ravi and Rushi Corporation dba X-Press Mini Mart, 126 Main Street, Foxborough MA to JAYGOGA Spirits LLC dba X-Press Mini Mart, 126 Main Street, Foxborough MA. Dharmistha Patel, General Manager. All interested parties are welcome to attend. 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)
Close public hearing
Motion to close public hearing.
From the minutes
“**Motion to close public hearing. 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 an Application for a Transfer of License of an Off Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from Ravi and Rushi Corporation dba X-Press Mini Mart, 126 Main Street, Foxborough MA to...
Motion to approve an Application for a Transfer of License of an Off Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from Ravi and Rushi Corporation dba X-Press Mini Mart, 126 Main Street, Foxborough MA to JAYGOGA Spirits LLC dba X-Press Mini Mart, 126 Main Street, Foxborough MA.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve an Application for a Transfer of License of an Off Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License from Ravi and Rushi Corporation dba X-Press Mini Mart, 126 Main Street, Foxborough MA to JAYGOGA Spirits LLC dba X-Press Mini Mart, 126 Main Street, Foxborough MA. 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)
Open the public hearing for the Board to discuss mail in voting for the 2026 elections
Motion to open the public hearing for the Board to discuss mail in voting for the 2026 elections.
From the minutes
“**Motion to open the public hearing for the Board to discuss mail in voting for the 2026 elections. 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)
Close the public hearing
Motion to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“**Motion to close the public hearing. 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 no mail in voting for annual town elections
Motion to approve no mail in voting for annual town elections.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve no mail in voting for annual town elections. 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)
Authorize Police details for 2026 Elections
Motion to authorize Police details for 2026 Elections.
From the minutes
“**Motion to authorize Police details for 2026 Elections. 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 the request the Home Rule Petition to Authorize Additional Liquor Licenses in Uptown Foxborough
Motion to approve the request the Home Rule Petition to Authorize Additional Liquor Licenses in Uptown Foxborough.
The vote does not list Mark S. Elfman, who was at the meeting. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the request the Home Rule Petition to Authorize Additional Liquor Licenses in Uptown Foxborough. Moved by: Amy LaBrache Seconded by: Mark Elfman Yes Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, and Amy LaBrache Carried 4-0.” (Motion: LaBrache, second: Elfman)
Accept the donation from the Friends of Foxboro Seniors in the amount of $675.00 for the Community Center
Motion to accept the donation from the Friends of Foxboro Seniors in the amount of $675.00 for the Community Center.
From the minutes
“**Motion to accept the donation from the Friends of Foxboro Seniors in the amount of $675.00 for the Community Center. 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 Grids petition to install 1 JO Pole on East St, beginning at a point approximately 15ft Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of East St, and continuing approximately...
Motion to approve National Grids petition to install 1 JO Pole on East St, beginning at a point approximately 15ft Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of East St, and continuing approximately 800ft in a Southwest direction. National is proposing to replace P8-50 with a 40ft Class 2 Pole. Also on Plan Number 31142557, Dassance Drive, to perform a directional drill to replace 1780ft direct buried #2 primary with #2 SAL URD Cable from P8-50 on East St to T3-99 on Betsy Davis Rd with two 2.5in-CIC and install 3 pull boxes, PBI at T1-99, PB2 at T2-99, and T3-99.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve National Grids petition to install 1 JO Pole on East St, beginning at a point approximately 15ft Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of East St, and continuing approximately 800ft in a Southwest direction. National is proposing to replace P8-50 with a 40ft Class 2 Pole. Also on Plan Number 31142557, Dassance Drive, to perform a directional drill to replace 1780ft direct buried #2 primary with #2 SAL URD Cable from P8-50 on East St to T3-99 on Betsy Davis Rd with two 2.5in-CIC and install 3 pull boxes, PBI at T1-99, PB2 at T2-99, and T3-99. 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)
ApproveSelect Board Meeting Minutes from December 16, 2025
Motion to approveSelect Board Meeting Minutes from December 16, 2025.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approveSelect Board Meeting Minutes from December 16, 2025. 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)
Adjourn
Motion to adjourn. Carried
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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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