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February 3, 2026
9 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Joe Clark, Shahidul Mannan, Amy Ritterbusch, Brian Herr, Matthew Kizner
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda, consisting of: a) accepting the resignation of Jack Buckley from the Trails Committee; b) confirming the Town Manager's appointment of David Larter as a Heavy Equipment...
To approve the consent agenda, consisting of: a) accepting the resignation of Jack Buckley from the Trails Committee; b) confirming the Town Manager's appointment of David Larter as a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Department of Public Works; c) accepting donations of $50.00 from Janet and Bob Scagnelli, $100.00 from Kathleen McIntyre, $100.00 from Marla Lombard, $75.00 from Kevin and Ellie Pyne and $50.00 from Russell and Mary Lou Ellsworth, in memory of Artie Pyne to the Fire Department
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to approve the consent agenda, consisting of: a) accepting the resignation of Jack Buckley from the Trails Committee; b) confirming the Town Manager's appointment of David Larter as a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Department of Public Works; c) accepting donations of $50.00 from Janet and Bob Scagnelli, $100.00 from Kathleen McIntyre, $100.00 from Marla Lombard, $75.00 from Kevin and Ellie Pyne and $50.00 from Russell and Mary Lou Ellsworth, in memory of Artie Pyne to the Fire Department. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Committee Appointments
Appoint Shashwat Jaipuriar to the Youth Commission as High School student representative (non-voting member) to a term expiring on June 30, 2026
To appoint Shashwat Jaipuriar to the Youth Commission as High School student representative (non-voting member) to a term expiring on June 30, 2026
From the minutes
“MOVED by Amy Ritterbusch and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to appoint Shashwat Jaipuriar to the Youth Commission as High School student representative (non-voting member) to a term expiring on June 30, 2026. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Ritterbusch, second: Mannan)
Knoll Road Amendment to Land Disposition Agreement
Approve an amendment to the Land Disposition Agreement with Habitat for Humanity for 28 Knoll Road
To approve an amendment to the Land Disposition Agreement with Habitat for Humanity for 28 Knoll Road
Yes: Clark, Herr, Mannan, RitterbuschThe minutes do not name Matthew Kizner in this vote; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“MOVED by Amy Ritterbusch and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to approve an amendment to the Land Disposition Agreement with Habitat for Humanity for 28 Knoll Road. Vote to Approve: Yes-4 (Clark, Mannan, Ritterbusch, Herr), No-0.” (Motion: Ritterbusch, second: Mannan)
Recreation Commission
Appoint Lynn Taylor to the Parks and Recreation Commission to a term expiring at the May 2026 Annual Town Election
To appoint Lynn Taylor to the Parks and Recreation Commission to a term expiring at the May 2026 Annual Town Election
This was a joint vote with members of another board; only the Select Board members’ votes are shown (the minutes give the combined count as 8-0).
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to appoint Lynn Taylor to the Parks and Recreation Commission to a term expiring at the May 2026 Annual Town Election. ROLL CALL VOTE: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes, Matt Kizner-Yes, Shahidul Mannan-Yes, Brian Herr-Yes, Joe Clark-Yes, Dan Terry-Yes, Amy O'Donnell-Yes, Kyle Smith-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-8, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Annual License Renewals
Renew the annual licenses for the following businesses: Cornell's Irish Pub (229 Hayden Rowe): Common Victualler, Section 12 All Alcohol, and Entertainment Licenses Rapscallion Kitchen & Bar (22...
To renew the annual licenses for the following businesses: Cornell's Irish Pub (229 Hayden Rowe): Common Victualler, Section 12 All Alcohol, and Entertainment Licenses Rapscallion Kitchen & Bar (22 South Street): Common Victualler and Section 12 All Alcohol Licenses Domino's Pizza (70 Main Street): Common Victualler License Start Line Brewing Company (151R Hayden Rowe): Common Victualler, Section 19C Farmer Brewery Pouring Permit, and Entertainment Licenses Blue Square Pizza (30 Main Street): Common Victualler and Entertainment Licenses Arcos Cucina and Bar (42 Main Street): Common Victualler, Section 12 All Alcohol, and Entertainment Licenses Red Barn Coffee at Angel's Cafe (285 West Main Street): Common Victualler License Starbucks at Price Chopper (167 West Main Street): Common Victualler License Hop-Yo (36 Main Street): Common Victualler and Entertainment License Ko Restaurant (25 Hayward Street): Common Victualler, Section 12 All Alcohol, and Entertainment Licenses Hopkinton Country Club (204 Saddle Hill Road): Common Victualler, Section 12 All Alcohol, and Entertainment Licenses Mr. Kizner returned to the meeting at this time
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to renew the annual licenses for the following businesses: Cornell's Irish Pub (229 Hayden Rowe): Common Victualler, Section 12 All Alcohol, and Entertainment Licenses Rapscallion Kitchen & Bar (22 South Street): Common Victualler and Section 12 All Alcohol Licenses Domino's Pizza (70 Main Street): Common Victualler License Start Line Brewing Company (151R Hayden Rowe): Common Victualler, Section 19C Farmer Brewery Pouring Permit, and Entertainment Licenses Blue Square Pizza (30 Main Street): Common Victualler and Entertainment Licenses Arcos Cucina and Bar (42 Main Street): Common Victualler, Section 12 All Alcohol, and Entertainment Licenses Red Barn Coffee at Angel's Cafe (285 West Main Street): Common Victualler License Starbucks at Price Chopper (167 West Main Street): Common Victualler License Hop-Yo (36 Main Street): Common Victualler and Entertainment License Ko Restaurant (25 Hayward Street): Common Victualler, Section 12 All Alcohol, and Entertainment Licenses Hopkinton Country Club (204 Saddle Hill Road): Common Victualler, Section 12 All Alcohol, and Entertainment Licenses Mr. Kizner returned to the meeting at this time. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Renew the Entertainment license and release the Section 12 All Alcohol license for Hopkinton Center for the Arts with the condition that no events or activities for which these licenses are...
To renew the Entertainment license and release the Section 12 All Alcohol license for Hopkinton Center for the Arts with the condition that no events or activities for which these licenses are required will be conducted until all remaining building and fire inspectional issues are resolved
Yes: Clark, Herr, Mannan, RitterbuschNo: Kizner
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to renew the Entertainment license and release the Section 12 All Alcohol license for Hopkinton Center for the Arts with the condition that no events or activities for which these licenses are required will be conducted until all remaining building and fire inspectional issues are resolved. Vote to Approve: Yes-4 (Clark, Mannan, Ritterbusch, Herr), No-1 (Kizner)..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Grant an extension of the following licenses to February 25, 2026, so as to ensure completion of all inspections: Aramark at Dell (176 South Street): Common Victualler License Aramark at Dell (228...
To grant an extension of the following licenses to February 25, 2026, so as to ensure completion of all inspections: Aramark at Dell (176 South Street): Common Victualler License Aramark at Dell (228 South Street): Common Victualler License Starbucks Coffee (85 West Main Street): Common Victualler and Entertainment Licenses
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Joe Clark to grant an extension of the following licenses to February 25, 2026, so as to ensure completion of all inspections: Aramark at Dell (176 South Street): Common Victualler License Aramark at Dell (228 South Street): Common Victualler License Starbucks Coffee (85 West Main Street): Common Victualler and Entertainment Licenses Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Clark)
Town Manager Report
Approve the posting of the Senior Library Assistant position
To approve the posting of the Senior Library Assistant position
Yes: Clark, Herr, Kizner, MannanThe minutes do not name Amy Ritterbusch in this vote; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Matt Kizner to approve the posting of the Senior Library Assistant position. Vote to Approve: Yes-4 (Clark, Mannan, Herr, Kizner), No-0.” (Motion: Mannan, second: Kizner)
Executive Session
Convene in executive session: a) Pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) to discuss strategy for negotiation with non-union personnel (Police Chief, Fire Chief); b) Pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a)...
To convene in executive session: a) Pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) to discuss strategy for negotiation with non-union personnel (Police Chief, Fire Chief); b) Pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, land at 280 Cedar St., because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board; c) to approve executive session minutes (1/20/2026); d) to allow Elaine Lazarus, Lance DelPriore, and Nicholas Anastasopoulos to participate in executive session, and e) not to convene in open session at the conclusion of executive session
Yes: Clark, Herr, Mannan, RitterbuschNo: Kizner
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to convene in executive session: a) Pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) to discuss strategy for negotiation with non-union personnel (Police Chief, Fire Chief); b) Pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, land at 280 Cedar St., because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board; c) to approve executive session minutes (1/20/2026); d) to allow Elaine Lazarus, Lance DelPriore, and Nicholas Anastasopoulos to participate in executive session, and e) not to convene in open session at the conclusion of executive session. ROLL CALL VOTE: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes, Matt Kizner- No, Shahidul Mannan -Yes, Brian Herr- Yes, Joe Clark -Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-4 (Clark, Mannan, Ritterbusch, Herr), No-1 (Kizner)..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
From the Hopkinton Select Board’s official minutes in the town’s Laserfiche document archive (Agendas & Minutes). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Hopkinton Independent (photos by John Cardillo): Brian Herr and Joe Clark (May 2024), Shahidul Mannan and Matthew Kizner (May 2025); Amy Ritterbusch, Hopkinton Independent candidate questionnaire (June 2020).
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