Town Meeting - September 28, 2026

This town meeting held on September 28, 2026, focused primarily on local governance, zoning bylaw amendments, and budgetary appropriations. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a 20-year lease renewal for a cell tower site, with plans to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit bids for the lease, ensuring compliance with zoning and site aesthetics. The meeting also addressed appropriations for sewer system maintenance funded by interest from existing loans and grants, and acceptance of funds from the Marshall Simons trust for park improvements and programming. Several zoning bylaw amendments were discussed and voted on, including enforcement procedures, accessory dwelling unit regulations, and dimensional requirements for porches, with some articles postponed for further review. The meeting concluded with approval of a zoning change for a property at 49 Middlesex Turnpike to better align with surrounding business uses, facilitating potential property sale and redevelopment. Motions related to financial appropriations and lease agreements passed with clear majorities, reflecting active community engagement in local governance and procurement decisions.