Select Board - 8/11/26

The Tewksbury Select Board meeting on August 11, 2026, included several procurement and contract-related discussions. The board approved National Grid and Verizon joint pole petitions for utility pole installations on Veil Street, with conditions recommended by the Department of Public Works to maintain proper placement and accommodate future sidewalks. The board also authorized the town manager to execute an intermunicipal sewer agreement with Melmark for a property at 470 River Road, incorporating any DPW amendments. Budget and capital improvement topics were addressed, including free cash appropriations for various vehicle replacements, facility maintenance, and sewer pump cleaning, as well as reimbursement of the snow and ice deficit stabilization fund with $381,821 in wrap funds. The town manager provided updates on roadway infrastructure scans and net metering credit agreements expected to save the town approximately $176,000 annually. Additionally, the board discussed ongoing negotiations with Flock regarding a municipal services agreement for surveillance cameras, emphasizing the need for clear communication and data sharing while respecting negotiation confidentiality. The meeting also covered appointments of poll workers, acceptance of donations to the Veterans Department, and multiple show cause hearings related to alcohol license violations, resulting in suspensions with conditions. Overall, the meeting focused on utility infrastructure approvals, budget allocations for capital projects, contract execution, and regulatory compliance enforcement.