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June 2, 2026
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Laura Shifrin, Valerie Goodrich, Sarah Logan
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes of May 19, 2026, as amended
Motion by Sarah Logan to approve the meeting minutes of May 19, 2026, as amended. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to approve the meeting minutes of May 19, 2026, as amended. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Appoint Abigail Farley to the Conservation Commission for the term of June 2, 2026, to June 30, 2026
Motion by Sarah Logan to appoint Abigail Farley to the Conservation Commission for the term of June 2, 2026, to June 30, 2026. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to appoint Abigail Farley to the Conservation Commission for the term of June 2, 2026, to June 30, 2026. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Appoint Brian Pinkerton to the Conservation Commission for the term of June 2, 2026, to June 30, 2028
Motion by Sarah Logan to appoint Brian Pinkerton to the Conservation Commission for the term of June 2, 2026, to June 30, 2028. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to appoint Brian Pinkerton to the Conservation Commission for the term of June 2, 2026, to June 30, 2028. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Appoint seasonal hires to the Recreation Department as listed in the agenda Summer Counselors Cameron Moore, Shannon Kelly, Asher Shine, Greta Helfter, Brady Sheldon, Heidi 1 Thalheimer, Michael...
Motion by Sarah Logan to appoint seasonal hires to the Recreation Department as listed in the agenda Summer Counselors Cameron Moore, Shannon Kelly, Asher Shine, Greta Helfter, Brady Sheldon, Heidi 1 Thalheimer, Michael Newman, Lead Counselors Wyatt Gallant and Ava DeLuc, Junior Operations Assistant (Supervisory Position) Kimberly Kasparian and Evan Shine, with effective start dates as outlined in their employee action forms and contingent upon successful completion of all necessary onboarding. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to appoint seasonal hires to the Recreation Department as listed in the agenda Summer Counselors Cameron Moore, Shannon Kelly, Asher Shine, Greta Helfter, Brady Sheldon, Heidi 1 Thalheimer, Michael Newman, Lead Counselors Wyatt Gallant and Ava DeLuc, Junior Operations Assistant (Supervisory Position) Kimberly Kasparian and Evan Shine, with effective start dates as outlined in their employee action forms and contingent upon successful completion of all necessary onboarding. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Schedule the additional election for the two new Select Board seats for October 6, 2026, subject to counsel's wording on seat terms
Motion by Sarah Logan to schedule the additional election for the two new Select Board seats for October 6, 2026, subject to counsel's wording on seat terms. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to schedule the additional election for the two new Select Board seats for October 6, 2026, subject to counsel's wording on seat terms. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Take no action on the TCAM Agreement at this meeting
Motion by Sarah Logan to take no action on the TCAM Agreement at this meeting. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to take no action on the TCAM Agreement at this meeting. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Establish an Ad Hoc Committee for the West Townsend Reading Room consisting of 5 members, including 1 member from the HDC and 1 member from West Townsend, as discussed, with edits to the mission...
Motion by Laura Shifrin to establish an Ad Hoc Committee for the West Townsend Reading Room consisting of 5 members, including 1 member from the HDC and 1 member from West Townsend, as discussed, with edits to the mission statement and review by Town Counsel. Seconded by Sarah Logan. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Laura Shifrin to establish an Ad Hoc Committee for the West Townsend Reading Room consisting of 5 members, including 1 member from the HDC and 1 member from West Townsend, as discussed, with edits to the mission statement and review by Town Counsel. Seconded by Sarah Logan. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Shifrin, second: Logan)
Approve the Hart Library Ad Hoc Committee with 5 members, including 1 member from the HDC, with edits as discussed
Motion by Sarah Logan to approve the Hart Library Ad Hoc Committee with 5 members, including 1 member from the HDC, with edits as discussed. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to approve the Hart Library Ad Hoc Committee with 5 members, including 1 member from the HDC, with edits as discussed. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Increase the Committee on Disability from 5 members to 7 members
Motion by Sarah Logan to increase the Committee on Disability from 5 members to 7 members. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to increase the Committee on Disability from 5 members to 7 members. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
The Select Board acknowledges that the fiscal year 2027 operating budget does not include funding for the Human Resource Manager position and directs the Town Administrator to notify the incumbent...
Motion by Sarah Logan that the Select Board acknowledges that the fiscal year 2027 operating budget does not include funding for the Human Resource Manager position and directs the Town Administrator to notify the incumbent employee accordingly. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan that the Select Board acknowledges that the fiscal year 2027 operating budget does not include funding for the Human Resource Manager position and directs the Town Administrator to notify the incumbent employee accordingly. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Approve a hiring freeze exemption for up to 3 seasonal Cemetery and Parks positions funded by the revolving fund
Motion by Sarah Logan to approve a hiring freeze exemption for up to 3 seasonal Cemetery and Parks positions funded by the revolving fund. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shiftin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to approve a hiring freeze exemption for up to 3 seasonal Cemetery and Parks positions funded by the revolving fund. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shiftin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Authorize the review and signing of payroll and bills payable warrants out of session
Motion by Sarah Logan to authorize the review and signing of payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shiftin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to authorize the review and signing of payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shiftin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
Set the date of the next meetings for June 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM and June 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Motion by Sarah Logan to set the date of the next meetings for June 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM and June 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Sarah Logan to set the date of the next meetings for June 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM and June 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Logan, second: Shifrin)
10.4 Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter
Enter into Executive Sessions at 5:58 PM and to adjourn from Executive Sessions as follows Executive Session 10.1 pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)): To discuss strategy...
Motion was made by Valerie Goodrich to enter into Executive Sessions at 5:58 PM and to adjourn from Executive Sessions as follows Executive Session 10.1 pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)): To discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town and the Chair so declares. (Roman-Ramirez v. Town of Townsend, Middlesex County Superior Court Docket No. 2681CV01140). Valerie Goodrich declared. 10.2 Executive Session pursuant to Open Mecting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)): To discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town and the Chair so declares. (RFS Corp v. Town of Townsend, Middlesex County Superior Court Docket No. 2581CV02381) Valerie Goodrich declared. 10.3 Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)): To discuss strategy with respect to 7 collective bargaining where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares. (AFSCME Local 93 - Clerical Union, Supervisors Union, Highway/Water Union) Valerie Goodrich declared. 10.4 Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)): To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares. (Police Union) Valerie Goodrich declared. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Valerie Goodrich to enter into Executive Sessions at 5:58 PM and to adjourn from Executive Sessions as follows Executive Session 10.1 pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)): To discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town and the Chair so declares. (Roman-Ramirez v. Town of Townsend, Middlesex County Superior Court Docket No. 2681CV01140). Valerie Goodrich declared. 10.2 Executive Session pursuant to Open Mecting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)): To discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town and the Chair so declares. (RFS Corp v. Town of Townsend, Middlesex County Superior Court Docket No. 2581CV02381) Valerie Goodrich declared. 10.3 Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)): To discuss strategy with respect to 7 collective bargaining where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares. (AFSCME Local 93 - Clerical Union, Supervisors Union, Highway/Water Union) Valerie Goodrich declared. 10.4 Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3)): To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares. (Police Union) Valerie Goodrich declared. Seconded by Laura Shifrin. Roll Call Vote: Laura Shifrin - Yes | Sarah Logan - Yes | Valerie Goodrich - Yes..” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Shifrin)
From the Townsend Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Agendas and Minutes page (Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): Town of Townsend Candidates Night video — Valerie Goodrich and Sarah Logan (April 2025); Just Townies — Laura Shifrin (October 2023). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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