Braintree Town Council Meeting 7.7.26

The Braintree Town Council meeting held on July 7, 2026, focused primarily on the appointment of Robert J. Kilroy Jr. as the new Chief of Police. The council conducted a thorough vetting process including interviews and background checks, with some members expressing concerns about the selection process and others supporting Kilroy's qualifications and leadership experience. The appointment was approved by a 5-4 vote, with a subsequent unanimous consent vote to show unity behind the new chief. Additionally, the council discussed and approved a supplemental appropriation budget totaling $3.5 million, which included allocations for snow and ice removal, collective bargaining costs, and various departmental transfers. Another significant agenda item was the acceptance of a deed in lieu of foreclosure for a contaminated property at Elmwood Park, aiming to consolidate ownership and pursue environmental remediation through potential grants. The council authorized proceeding with this property acquisition to address long-standing tax delinquency and contamination issues.