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February 17, 2026
9 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Gus Murby, Eileen Murphy, Osler Peterson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the Select Board’s prioritized list of programs, staffing, and services to be restored if an override budget is presented at Town Meeting 2026
MOTION: To approve the Select Board’s prioritized list of programs, staffing, and services to be restored if an override budget is presented at Town Meeting 2026. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the Select Board’s prioritized list of programs, staffing, and services to be restored if an override budget is presented at Town Meeting 2026. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (second: Murphy)
Appoint Michael Gendron to the Planning Board as an associate member for a one-year term
MOTION: To appoint Michael Gendron to the Planning Board as an associate member for a one-year term. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: To appoint Michael Gendron to the Planning Board as an associate member for a one-year term. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (second: Murphy)
Accept the resignation of Seth Meehan from the Medfield Historical Commission and acknowledge his resignation from the Planning Board
MOTION: To accept the resignation of Seth Meehan from the Medfield Historical Commission and acknowledge his resignation from the Planning Board. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: To accept the resignation of Seth Meehan from the Medfield Historical Commission and acknowledge his resignation from the Planning Board. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (second: Murphy)
Increase the EMS rates per the Fire Chief’s recommendations (COMSTAR average plus 10%)
MOTION: To increase the EMS rates per the Fire Chief’s recommendations (COMSTAR average plus 10%). SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: To increase the EMS rates per the Fire Chief’s recommendations (COMSTAR average plus 10%). SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (second: Murphy)
Renew the annual CAI contract to perform tax map maintenance services for $3,500
MOTION: To renew the annual CAI contract to perform tax map maintenance services for $3,500. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: To renew the annual CAI contract to perform tax map maintenance services for $3,500. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (second: Murphy)
Sign the contract with Capital Strategic Solutions, LLC for the Downtown Facade Improvement & Beautification Grant Program
MOTION: To sign the contract with Capital Strategic Solutions, LLC for the Downtown Facade Improvement & Beautification Grant Program. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: To sign the contract with Capital Strategic Solutions, LLC for the Downtown Facade Improvement & Beautification Grant Program. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (second: Murphy)
Approve the Consent Agenda items (Items 7–9) as presented
MOTION: To approve the Consent Agenda items (Items 7–9) as presented. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the Consent Agenda items (Items 7–9) as presented. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (second: Murphy)
Accept a $337.00 donation to Medfield Outreach from the Wheelock School student fundraiser
MOTION: To accept a $337.00 donation to Medfield Outreach from the Wheelock School student fundraiser. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: To accept a $337.00 donation to Medfield Outreach from the Wheelock School student fundraiser. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (second: Murphy)
Adjourn the February 17, 2026 Select Board meeting
Motion to Adjourn MOTION: To adjourn the February 17, 2026 Select Board meeting. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“Motion to Adjourn MOTION: To adjourn the February 17, 2026 Select Board meeting. SECONDED: Ms. Murphy VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (second: Murphy)
From the Medfield Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Osler Peterson’s law-practice profile (Justia), Medfield Patch (Eileen Murphy, photo by Colleen Sullivan, 2022) and Medfield TV (Gus Murby, “Gus Murby - 2026 Candidate Message”).
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