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July 21, 2026
27 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: William F. Yukna, Amy L. LaBrache, Mark S. Elfman, Stephanie A. McGowan, Deborah A. Giardino
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the public hearing as The Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 7:05 P.M. in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA, in...
Motion to open the public hearing as The Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 7:05 P.M. in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA, in accordance with MGL, Chapter 140, Section 157 and Chapter 78 of the Code of the Town of Foxborough to address a hearing request filed with the Board to determine whether one or both of your dogs, Mandie and Malone is/are a "dangerous dog" or a "nuisance dog" as defined by G.L c. 140, §136A. Anyone wishing to be heard on this matter should appear at the time and place designated. (Roll Call Vote)
From the minutes
“**Motion to open the public hearing as The Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 7:05 P.M. in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA, in accordance with MGL, Chapter 140, Section 157 and Chapter 78 of the Code of the Town of Foxborough to address a hearing request filed with the Board to determine whether one or both of your dogs, Mandie and Malone is/are a "dangerous dog" or a "nuisance dog" as defined by G.L c. 140, §136A. Anyone wishing to be heard on this matter should appear at the time and place designated. (Roll Call Vote) Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries. Roll Call Vote. 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
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: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries. Roll Cal Vote. 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Deem Mandie and Malone both nuisance dogs
Motion to deem Mandie and Malone both nuisance dogs.
From the minutes
“**Motion to deem Mandie and Malone both nuisance dogs. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Recommend that the owner be required to install a physical fence, walk the dogs on a lead daily and have a responsible adult watch the dogs when they are outside of the home
Motion to recommend that the owner be required to install a physical fence, walk the dogs on a lead daily and have a responsible adult watch the dogs when they are outside of the home.
From the minutes
“**Motion to recommend that the owner be required to install a physical fence, walk the dogs on a lead daily and have a responsible adult watch the dogs when they are outside of the home. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Open the public hearing as The Select Board, pursuant to Foxborough Zoning Bylaw § 275-7.1, will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, beginning at 7:25pm in the Gala Meeting Room,...
Motion to open the public hearing as The Select Board, pursuant to Foxborough Zoning Bylaw § 275-7.1, will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, beginning at 7:25pm in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application for a Municipal Conversion Permit for the property located at 76 North High Street, Foxborough, MA, as the applicant proposes to demolish all existing improvements at the Property and to construct a new, 4-bedroom single family dwelling on the Property with a full basement and gross living area of 2686 s.f. and a new septic system, submitted by Jackson Homes, LLC. (Roll Call Vote)
From the minutes
“**Motion to open the public hearing as The Select Board, pursuant to Foxborough Zoning Bylaw § 275-7.1, will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, beginning at 7:25pm in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application for a Municipal Conversion Permit for the property located at 76 North High Street, Foxborough, MA, as the applicant proposes to demolish all existing improvements at the Property and to construct a new, 4-bedroom single family dwelling on the Property with a full basement and gross living area of 2686 s.f. and a new septic system, submitted by Jackson Homes, LLC. (Roll Call Vote) Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries. Roll Call Vote. 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
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: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries. Roll Call Vote. 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve the Municipal Conversion Application for 76 North High Street submitted by Jackson Homes LLC
Motion to approve the Municipal Conversion Application for 76 North High Street submitted by Jackson Homes LLC.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the Municipal Conversion Application for 76 North High Street submitted by Jackson Homes LLC. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Open the public hearing as The Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 7:40pm in...
Motion to open the public hearing as The Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 7:40pm in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application of an On Premises Annual Malt & Wine Restaurant License, for Khonkaen168, Inc dba Khon Kaen, 34 Mechanic Street, Foxborough, MA; Manager Piyapong Wongla. (Roll Cal Vote)
From the minutes
“**Motion to open the public hearing as The Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 7:40pm in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application of an On Premises Annual Malt & Wine Restaurant License, for Khonkaen168, Inc dba Khon Kaen, 34 Mechanic Street, Foxborough, MA; Manager Piyapong Wongla. (Roll Cal Vote) Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries. Roll Call Vote. 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
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: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries. Roll Call Vote. 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve the new On Premises Annual Malt & Wine Restaurant License, for Khonkaen168, Inc dba Khon Kaen located at 34 Mechanic Street
Motion to approve the new On Premises Annual Malt & Wine Restaurant License, for Khonkaen168, Inc dba Khon Kaen located at 34 Mechanic Street.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the new On Premises Annual Malt & Wine Restaurant License, for Khonkaen168, Inc dba Khon Kaen located at 34 Mechanic Street. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve the Common Victualler License Application for Khonkaen168, Inc dba Khon Kaen located at 34 Mechanic Street
Motion to approve the Common Victualler License Application for Khonkaen168, Inc dba Khon Kaen located at 34 Mechanic Street.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the Common Victualler License Application for Khonkaen168, Inc dba Khon Kaen located at 34 Mechanic Street. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Open the public hearing as The Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 7:50pm in...
Motion to open the public hearing as The Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 7:50pm in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application for an Alteration of Premises application of an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License for One Patriot Place LLC dba Davios Northern Italian Steakhouse, 236 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA. Jessica Newall, General Manager. (Roll Call Vote)
From the minutes
“**Motion to open the public hearing as The Select Board, acting as the Local Licensing Authority pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 138 will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 beginning at 7:50pm in the Gala Meeting Room, Town Hall, 40 South Street, Foxborough, MA on the application for an Alteration of Premises application of an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License for One Patriot Place LLC dba Davios Northern Italian Steakhouse, 236 Patriot Place, Foxborough MA. Jessica Newall, General Manager. (Roll Call Vote) Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries. Roll Call Vote. 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve an Alteration of Premises application for an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License for One Patriot Place LLC dba Davios Northern Italian Steakhouse located at 236 Patriot Place
Motion to approve an Alteration of Premises application for an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License for One Patriot Place LLC dba Davios Northern Italian Steakhouse located at 236 Patriot Place.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve an Alteration of Premises application for an On Premises Annual All Alcohol Beverages License for One Patriot Place LLC dba Davios Northern Italian Steakhouse located at 236 Patriot Place. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve the Health Insurance Opt-Out Policy
Motion to approve the Health Insurance Opt-Out Policy.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the Health Insurance Opt-Out Policy. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve the 119 Morse Street Regulatory Agreement
Motion to approve the 119 Morse Street Regulatory Agreement.
Yes: Elfman, Giardino, LaBrache, YuknaNo: McGowan
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the 119 Morse Street Regulatory Agreement. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Amy LaBrache Yes: Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache No: Stephanie McGowan Carried 4-1.” (Motion: Elfman, second: LaBrache)
Authorize the Town Manager to approve any necessary nonsubstantive revisions to the Regulatory Agreement that has been presented to the Select Board
Motion to authorize the Town Manager to approve any necessary nonsubstantive revisions to the Regulatory Agreement that has been presented to the Select Board.
Yes: Elfman, Giardino, LaBrache, YuknaNo: McGowan
From the minutes
“**Motion to authorize the Town Manager to approve any necessary nonsubstantive revisions to the Regulatory Agreement that has been presented to the Select Board. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Amy LaBrache Yes: Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache No: Stephanie McGowan Carried 4-1.” (Motion: Elfman, second: LaBrache)
Approve the interim loan note and bond in connection with Loan Commitment No. DWEC-25-12 from the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust for Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Treatment Plant
Motion to approve the interim loan note and bond in connection with Loan Commitment No. DWEC-25-12 from the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust for Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Treatment Plant. Select Board Vote to: 1) that the Town shall issue a bond or bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $10,000,000 (the "Bonds") pursuant to Chapters 29C and 44 of the General Laws and a vote of the Town passed October 27, 2025 (Article 9), for planning or construction of drinking water infrastructure (the "Project"); 2) that the terms of the Financing Agreement (or Agreements) between the Town and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (the "Trust") (the "Financing Agreement") and the Project Regulatory Agreement (or Agreements) between the Town and the Department of Environmental Protection of The Commonwealth of Massachusetts (the "Project Regulatory Agreement"), each relating to the Notes and the Bonds are hereby approved; 3) that in anticipation of the issuance of the Bonds the Treasurer is authorized to issue an interim loan note or notes (the "Notes") from time to time in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $10,000,000; 4) that each Bond or Note shall be issued as a single registered security, and sold to the Trust at a price determined pursuant to the Financing Agreement; 5) that the Treasurer is authorized to determine the date, the form, the maximum interest rate and the principal maturities of each Bond and Note, and to execute a Financing Agreement
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the interim loan note and bond in connection with Loan Commitment No. DWEC-25-12 from the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust for Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Treatment Plant. Select Board Vote to: 1) that the Town shall issue a bond or bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $10,000,000 (the "Bonds") pursuant to Chapters 29C and 44 of the General Laws and a vote of the Town passed October 27, 2025 (Article 9), for planning or construction of drinking water infrastructure (the "Project"); 2) that the terms of the Financing Agreement (or Agreements) between the Town and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (the "Trust") (the "Financing Agreement") and the Project Regulatory Agreement (or Agreements) between the Town and the Department of Environmental Protection of The Commonwealth of Massachusetts (the "Project Regulatory Agreement"), each relating to the Notes and the Bonds are hereby approved; 3) that in anticipation of the issuance of the Bonds the Treasurer is authorized to issue an interim loan note or notes (the "Notes") from time to time in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $10,000,000; 4) that each Bond or Note shall be issued as a single registered security, and sold to the Trust at a price determined pursuant to the Financing Agreement; 5) that the Treasurer is authorized to determine the date, the form, the maximum interest rate and the principal maturities of each Bond and Note, and to execute a Financing Agreement with the Trust with respect to the sale of the Bonds and Notes, such date, form and maturities and the specific interest rate or rates of the Bonds and Notes to be approved by a majority of the Select Board and the Treasurer and evidenced by their execution of the Bonds or Notes; 6) that any certificates or documents relating to each Bond and Notes (collectively, the "Documents"), may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be regarded as an original and all of which shall constitute one and the same document; delivery of an executed counterpart of a signature page to a Document by electronic mail in a ".pdf" file or by other electronic transmission shall be as effective as delivery of a manually executed counterpart signature page to such Document; and electronic signatures on any of the Documents shall be deemed original signatures for the purposes of the Documents and all matters relating thereto, having the same legal effect as original signatures; 7) that all action taken to date by the Town and its officers and agents to carry out the Project and its financing, including the execution of any loan commitment or agreement by the Treasurer, are hereby ratified, approved and confirmed; and 8) that the Treasurer and the other appropriate Town officials are each hereby authorized to take any and all actions necessary or convenient to carry out the provisions of this vote, including execution and delivery of the Financing Agreement and the Project Regulatory Agreement relating to the Project. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Accept the donation from the Foxboro Fish & Game Association in the amount of $500 to the Recreation Department for the Annual Kids Fishing Derby
Motion to accept the donation from the Foxboro Fish & Game Association in the amount of $500 to the Recreation Department for the Annual Kids Fishing Derby.
From the minutes
“**Motion to accept the donation from the Foxboro Fish & Game Association in the amount of $500 to the Recreation Department for the Annual Kids Fishing Derby. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve the State Election Warrant
Motion to approve the State Election Warrant.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve the State Election Warrant. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Appoint Rebecca Lucente to the Council on Aging & Human Services Advisory Board for a term to end May 31, 2029
Motion to appoint Rebecca Lucente to the Council on Aging & Human Services Advisory Board for a term to end May 31, 2029.
From the minutes
“**Motion to appoint Rebecca Lucente to the Council on Aging & Human Services Advisory Board for a term to end May 31, 2029. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Appoint the Town Election Workers with a term of September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027. (Read List of Names)
Motion to appoint the Town Election Workers with a term of September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027. (Read List of Names)
From the minutes
“**Motion to appoint the Town Election Workers with a term of September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027. (Read List of Names) Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve an application for Change of DBA from Be Hoppy Brewing LLC dba Wormtown Brewery changing to Mass Appeal Draught House & Grill, located at 250 Patriot Place
Motion to approve an application for Change of DBA from Be Hoppy Brewing LLC dba Wormtown Brewery changing to Mass Appeal Draught House & Grill, located at 250 Patriot Place.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve an application for Change of DBA from Be Hoppy Brewing LLC dba Wormtown Brewery changing to Mass Appeal Draught House & Grill, located at 250 Patriot Place. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve a License Application for a Block Party submitted by Madeline Estabrook for August 1, 2026 from 3pm to 8pm, 30 Bicknell Street
Motion to approve a License Application for a Block Party submitted by Madeline Estabrook for August 1, 2026 from 3pm to 8pm, 30 Bicknell Street.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve a License Application for a Block Party submitted by Madeline Estabrook for August 1, 2026 from 3pm to 8pm, 30 Bicknell Street. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve a Use of Public Way Application for Max Performance Sharon Triathlon on August 9, 2026 traveling on Willow Street and East Street between 8am and 10am
Motion to approve a Use of Public Way Application for Max Performance Sharon Triathlon on August 9, 2026 traveling on Willow Street and East Street between 8am and 10am.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve a Use of Public Way Application for Max Performance Sharon Triathlon on August 9, 2026 traveling on Willow Street and East Street between 8am and 10am. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from June 24, 2026
Motion to approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from June 24, 2026.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from June 24, 2026. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from July 8, 2026
Motion to approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from July 8, 2026.
From the minutes
“**Motion to approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from July 8, 2026. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache Motion Carries 5-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
Adjourn
Motion to adjourn.
From the minutes
“**Motion to adjourn. Moved by: Mark Elfman; seconded by: Stephanie McGowan Yes: Stephanie McGowan, Bill Yukna, Debbie Giardino, Mark Elfman, and Amy LaBrache.” (Motion: Elfman, second: McGowan)
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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