Select Board (March 4th, 2026)

Описание: Select Board (March 4th, 2026)
Ashland Town Hall
7:00PM
*Meeting Summary: Ashland Select Board – March 4, 2026*

1. *Call to Order & Citizen Participation:* The meeting opened at 7:00 PM. During public participation, residents raised concerns regarding local traffic patterns and downtown parking availability.
2. *Review of Public Records Requests:* Town Clerk *Cindy Livingstone* gave a presentation on the process for public records requests. She discussed legal requirements, compliance with the Records Access Officer (RAO) standards, and the town's transition toward more digital record-keeping.
3. *Introduction of Boston Marathon Runners:* The Board officially introduced and recognized residents representing Ashland in the upcoming Boston Marathon.
4. *Public Hearing (Livery License):* A public hearing was held regarding a Livery License application for Dmitry Shuster and Smooth Ride Premium Car Services LLC.
5. *FY27 Budget & Operational Override:* The Board engaged in a significant discussion regarding the FY2027 budget, including an update on the potential for an operational override to meet town funding needs.
6. *Old & New Business:* * Updates on *40B Housing Projects* and the town's Housing Production Plan.
Discussion on legislative earmarks and the MetroWest Tourism Summit.
Opening of the BAA and Community Grant round (due April 4).


7. *Consent Agenda & Appointments:* The Board approved previous meeting minutes, accepted the appointment of a new Public Safety Dispatcher, and accepted a $500,000 MassDOT Complete Street Award for intersection improvements at Union and Fountain Street.
8. *Town Manager’s Report:* Town Manager Michael Herbert provided updates on the Community Center Improvement Project and other administrative matters.

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