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Aug 21, 2026

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Board Reviews High Water Bill

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 13, 2026

Board Approves Sick Leave Sharing Policy

The Select Board unanimously approved a policy allowing non-union Department of Public Works employees to donate sick leave to eligible union employees. The Board also voted 3-0 to approve year-end transfers, continue supporting legislation concerning liquor licenses, and appoint Casey Arsenault as Inspector of Animals through April 30, 2029.

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Briefing

Jun 22, 2026

East Bridgewater appoints new police chief

The Select Board unanimously appointed Michael Jenkins as chief of police for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026. The board also approved $54,109.68 in ambulance billing abatements, maintained one-side no-parking on Church Street, and approved several municipal financial actions.

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Briefing

Jun 8, 2026

Board Rejects Washington Street Cell Tower Proposal

The Select Board voted 2-0 not to issue a request for proposals or advance a proposed Washington Street cell tower because the site contains two town drinking-water wells and officials lacked enough information to assess risks to the water supply.

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Briefing

May 18, 2026

Board Advances Assistance Funds for Residents

The Select Board voted 3-0 to place warrant articles on a future town meeting agenda for Veterans and Elderly and Disabled Municipal Assistance Funds. The proposed programs would allow voluntary excise-tax roundups and direct donations to support residents facing limited emergency needs, including utility payments.

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Briefing

May 11, 2026

School Project Receives $5 Million Financing

The Select Board unanimously approved the sale of $5 million in bond anticipation notes at 3.5% interest to finance the new Central Elementary School project, with a $7,750 premium. The board also unanimously approved contracts with the Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

May 4, 2026

Election Signage Planned for May 16

The Select Board agreed to add LED and directional signs, including near Plymouth Street, to guide voters to the Gordon W. Mitchell School for the May 16 annual town election. Polls will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Briefing

Apr 27, 2026

Board Advances Conservation Protection for Four Parcels

The Select Board voted 3-0 to request conservation management and restrictions for four parcels, including an exception allowing the Colewood Road parcel to be used for a future municipal water supply if needed.

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Briefing

Apr 13, 2026

Whitmarsh Lane Extension Advances to Town Meeting

The Select Board voted 3-0 to accept Whitmarsh Lane Extension as a public way, with final approval scheduled for Town Meeting on May 11. The board also approved non-union wage and compensation adjustments and a waste management agreement effective July 1, 2026.

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Briefing

Mar 23, 2026

Zoning proposals sent to Planning Board

The Select Board voted 2-0 to transmit proposed zoning articles—including MBTA community zoning, accessory dwelling units, and a zoning map amendment—to the Planning Board for required hearings and a recommendation before the May 11 Town Meeting. The vote was procedural and did not endorse the proposals.

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Briefing

Mar 9, 2026

Board approves fire engine and ambulance contracts

The Select Board unanimously approved contracts for a new fire engine and ambulance billing services. The engine will replace a 29-year-old vehicle, while the ambulance billing provider is expected to reduce costs and add technology support.

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Briefing

Mar 2, 2026

Board approves new coffee shop license

The Select Board approved a Common Victualler License for a proposed coffee shop at 635 Plymouth Street after a public hearing. Construction was underway, with the owners anticipating an April opening; nonmembers would need YMCA identification checks for access.

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Briefing

Feb 9, 2026

Water Bill Fees Waived Through February 9

The board voted 3-0 to waive all interest and demand fees on the water bill for 127 Village Road through February 9, 2026; charges incurred after that date remain due.

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Briefing

Feb 2, 2026

Gilbane selected for Central Elementary project

The Select Board unanimously approved Gilbane as construction manager at risk for the Central Elementary School project, with early site preparation expected in late February or early March and the school targeted to open in August 2028. The Board also received an update that the Town’s noncompliance status has made it ineligible for a wide range of discretionary grants, potentially costing hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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Briefing

Jan 12, 2026

Board Reviews High Water Bill

The board found that a resident’s approximately $3,160 balance followed unusually high usage linked to an irrigation system; no payment plan or bill relief was approved, but officials agreed to review past precedent and follow up.

1 min readMunicipal coverage