Select Board: August 24, 2026

The Chelmsford Select Board meeting held on August 24, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and contract approvals. The board confirmed the town manager's award of a contract for debris disposal from street sweepings and catch basin cleaning operations to WL French Company, following a competitive bid process. Additionally, the town manager reviewed upcoming articles for the fall 2026 town meeting warrant, including budget transfers for ADA walkway improvements, tree planting programs, and engineering design services for dam repairs, indicating planned capital improvement projects. The board also confirmed appointments to various town committees, including the Capital Planning Committee and Conservation Commission. Financial updates included an actuarial study on retirement system assessments, projecting a 5.4% increase in fiscal year 28 costs, which impacts future budget planning. No new licenses or major policy changes affecting procurement were reported during this session.