Braintree Town Council Meeting 9.2.26 LIVE @ 7:30pm

The Braintree Town Council meeting held on September 2, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions involved the approval of an order for the Allen Street roadway improvement project, including the acquisition of easements totaling $213,800 funded by a Massachusetts MassWorks grant. The council unanimously approved the eminent domain taking necessary for the project to proceed, with construction anticipated to begin next year pending contractor selection. Additionally, the council accepted a $15,000 donation from the Nelson Chin Memorial Fund to support the Nelson's Neighbors program and a $12,000 gift from Lamar Central Outdoor for town programs and events. The council also discussed an intermunicipal agreement for veteran services shared with Hullbrook and Avon, with concerns raised about funding allocations and cost-sharing; a motion to table the agreement was passed pending further information. Lastly, the council reviewed labor agreements and discussed potential adjustments to parking sticker fees and solid waste center operations, emphasizing responsiveness to resident feedback. No votes were taken on new business items, which were referred to committees for further consideration.