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Aug 21, 2026

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Board approves culvert and police vehicle purchases

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 6, 2026

Board approves field and infrastructure contracts

The Select Board approved a $108,500 contract for design services for planned athletic field improvements at 171 Springs Road and a $152,000 contract to convert public works asset information to OpenGov software. Both votes passed 4-0.

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Briefing

Jun 15, 2026

$250,000 Special Education Transfer Approved

The Select Board voted 5-0 to transfer up to $250,000 from the Special Education Reserve Fund to the school department operating budget. The board also approved an aquifer-protection permit, ambulance bill write-offs totaling $23,458, and several other contracts and operating actions.

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Briefing

Jun 1, 2026

Board Approves Force Main Contract Amendment

The Select Board unanimously approved a $208,950 amendment for Weston & Sampson Engineers’ inspection and coordination services for the Middlesex Turnpike pump station and force main project, bringing the total contract to $614,540 through June 30, 2027.

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Briefing

May 11, 2026

Board approves pavilion and traffic changes

The Select Board unanimously approved a $710,000 contract to build the Bedford Multipurpose Pavilion and approved converting Franklin Road and Orchard Road to an all-way stop to address visibility and safety concerns.

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Briefing

Apr 27, 2026

Bedford approves new police chief

The Select Board approved Andrew Amendola as Bedford’s next Chief of Police, effective June 8, 2026, with a three-year contract; the vote was 4-1. The Board also approved an $825,642.34 Springs Road watermain project and roughly $558,837 in net purchases for four DPW vehicles and equipment.

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Briefing

Apr 6, 2026

Bedford approves $27.4 million short-term borrowing

The Select Board unanimously approved a $27,410,241 bond anticipation note with a 4% coupon and a $411,975 premium. The Board also approved $359,250 for design and related services for the Carlisle Road and Pollard Inn pump stations, funded by developer contributions.

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Briefing

Mar 23, 2026

Police contract agreement ratified

The Select Board unanimously ratified the Bedford Police Officers Association memorandum of understanding for the FY27-FY29 contract. The Board also voted 3-2 to recommend approval of Town Meeting Article 26.

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Briefing

Mar 9, 2026

Board Backs Fire Station Reuse Study

The Select Board voted 4-0 to support an $18,900 exploration of reuse options for the existing fire station at 55 Great Road, including stakeholder meetings, two public input sessions, and recommendations for future municipal use. The Board also approved recommendations for most Annual Town Meeting warrant articles and voted 4-0 to post the warrant after Town Counsel’s final review.

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Briefing

Feb 23, 2026

Utility pole relocation approved; conduit hearing delayed

The Select Board approved Eversource’s request to move a utility pole about 5 feet on Webber Avenue by a 5-0 vote. The Board continued the hearing on a proposed 15-foot conduit installation at 315 South Road to April 13, 2026, after concerns about unreported work and possible damage to a Town-owned tree.

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Briefing

Feb 9, 2026

Board approves housing letter and tavern licenses

The Select Board voted 3-0 to submit a revised eligibility letter for the 82 Carlisle Road housing project, reflecting an 84-unit plan instead of the earlier 120-unit proposal. The Board also approved, 3-0, all-alcohol, common victualler, and entertainment licenses for Sam Walker’s American Tavern at 213 Burlington Road.

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Briefing

Jan 26, 2026

Board approves culvert and police vehicle purchases

The Select Board unanimously approved a $92,000 design contract to replace undersized Shawsheen Road culverts that have contributed to flooding and erosion. It also approved two police vehicles priced at $46,187.40 and $45,413.80, amended the 5 Lane Avenue traffic-signal easement, and deferred sewer fees for a multifamily project until certificates of occupancy are issued.

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Briefing

Jan 5, 2026

Board Advances Great Road and Town Common Projects

The Select Board unanimously approved two project contracts: up to $384,324 for construction-phase services for the Great Road traffic and stormwater improvements, and up to $92,600 for final design of Town Common improvements. Great Road work is expected to begin this spring and be completed by November 2026.

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