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March 10, 2026
7 recorded votes, 1 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
PM. Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda, consisting of: a) Approve Marathon Fund Committee request of $5,537.50 requested by the Friends of Hopkinton, of which $1,200 to be used for portable restrooms, $787.50...
To approve the consent agenda, consisting of: a) Approve Marathon Fund Committee request of $5,537.50 requested by the Friends of Hopkinton, of which $1,200 to be used for portable restrooms, $787.50 to be used for volunteer t-shirts and $3,350 for inflatables and a magician; all for Family Day to be held on September 19, 2026. Approve Marathon Fund Committee request of $6,000 requested by the Marathon Committee for apparel for volunteers, veterans and attendees for the Marathon weekend, including 100 yard dash kids race shirts, hats for honored veterans and volunteers over the weekend and on Marathon Monday; b) Accept the resignations of Alex Danahy from the Commission on Disability and Laura Calderwood from the Cultural Council
From the minutes
“MOVED by Amy Ritterbusch and SECONDED by Matthew Kizner to approve the consent agenda, consisting of: a) Approve Marathon Fund Committee request of $5,537.50 requested by the Friends of Hopkinton, of which $1,200 to be used for portable restrooms, $787.50 to be used for volunteer t-shirts and $3,350 for inflatables and a magician; all for Family Day to be held on September 19, 2026. Approve Marathon Fund Committee request of $6,000 requested by the Marathon Committee for apparel for volunteers, veterans and attendees for the Marathon weekend, including 100 yard dash kids race shirts, hats for honored veterans and volunteers over the weekend and on Marathon Monday; b) Accept the resignations of Alex Danahy from the Commission on Disability and Laura Calderwood from the Cultural Council. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0.” (Motion: Ritterbusch, second: Kizner)
Abatement of Taxes on Property Purchased by the Town
Request that the Board of Assessors abate the outstanding real estate taxes on the Town-owned property at Lot E Fitch Avenue, Assessor's Parcel U22-73-0, under the provisions of Massachusetts...
To request that the Board of Assessors abate the outstanding real estate taxes on the Town-owned property at Lot E Fitch Avenue, Assessor's Parcel U22-73-0, under the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 72A
From the minutes
“MOVED by Matthew Kizner and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to request that the Board of Assessors abate the outstanding real estate taxes on the Town-owned property at Lot E Fitch Avenue, Assessor's Parcel U22-73-0, under the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 72A. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0.” (Motion: Kizner, second: Mannan)
Clinton ST.
Continue the discussion until after a notice has been sent to the Planning Board, Conservation Commission, and abutters. Brian Herr-Yes, Amy Ritterbusch-Yes, Joe Clark-Yes, Shahidul Mannan-Yes,...
To continue the discussion until after a notice has been sent to the Planning Board, Conservation Commission, and abutters. Brian Herr-Yes, Amy Ritterbusch-Yes, Joe Clark-Yes, Shahidul Mannan-Yes, Matthew Kizner-No
Yes: Clark, Herr, Mannan, RitterbuschNo: Kizner
From the minutes
“MOVED by Amy Ritterbusch and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to continue the discussion until after a notice has been sent to the Planning Board, Conservation Commission, and abutters. Brian Herr-Yes, Amy Ritterbusch-Yes, Joe Clark-Yes, Shahidul Mannan-Yes, Matthew Kizner-No. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-1.” (Motion: Ritterbusch, second: Mannan)
FY27 Comprehensive Budget
Adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 Comprehensive Budget (Operating and Capital) and submit it to the Appropriation Committee
To adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 Comprehensive Budget (Operating and Capital) and submit it to the Appropriation Committee
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 Comprehensive Budget (Operating and Capital) and submit it to the Appropriation Committee. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0.” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Annual Town Meeting
Remove the Chapter 90 Highway Funds article from the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant
To remove the Chapter 90 Highway Funds article from the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant
From the minutes
“MOVED by Matthew Kizner and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to remove the Chapter 90 Highway Funds article from the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Kizner, second: Ritterbusch)
Town Manager Report
Authorize the Town Manager to sign the Massachusetts Interagency Mutual Aid Agreement on behalf of the Town of Hopkinton
To authorize the Town Manager to sign the Massachusetts Interagency Mutual Aid Agreement on behalf of the Town of Hopkinton
From the minutes
“MOVED by Matthew Kizner and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to authorize the Town Manager to sign the Massachusetts Interagency Mutual Aid Agreement on behalf of the Town of Hopkinton. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Kizner, second: Ritterbusch)
Future Board Agenda Items
Adjourn
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Matthew Kizner and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to adjourn the meeting. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Kizner, second: Mannan)
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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