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Well-Being Committee authorizes emergency housing vouchers for residents

The Boxborough Well-Being Committee unanimously authorized use of emergency assistance funds for hotel vouchers. Community Services Coordinator Wendy Trinks can now deploy Boxborough Emergency Assistance Program (BEAP) money for one- to two-night stays at the Boxborough Regency Hotel, addressing a

Board of Assessors Hires Principal Assessor with July Start Date

Boxborough Board of Assessors confirms Principal Assessor hire with July 6 start date. Lynda Cajka will assume the role of Principal Assessor on July 6, 2026. Interim Assessor Jim Doherty will oversee a transition period through June and July with supplemental consulting provided by Duane Adams of

Planning Board delays plastic bag and polystyrene ban, seeks revised exemption language.

Planning Board defers plastic bag and polystyrene bylaw pending staff revisions. The board discussed a proposed bylaw with Economic Development Committee Chair Abby Reip, who requested a phased implementation after noting that business notification has been incomplete. Town Planner Alexander Wade

Recreation Commission approves pickleball expansion and previews summer camp hiring.

Recreation Commission approves pickleball expansion and Flerra staffing plan. Chair Hilary Greven moved to extend the Saturday 8-10 a.m. Beginner Open Play using two courts through the remainder of the season, with Vice Chair Matt Spurling seconding the unanimous vote. Lead Director Brian Picca

Public Celebrations Committee approves prior minutes, updates Memorial Day plans.

Boxborough Public Celebrations and Ceremonies Committee unanimously approved April 1 minutes and locked in Memorial Day and Fifer's Day event logistics. All five members present voted to affirm prior meeting records. Committee Chair Jennette Kollmann will distribute an updated Memorial Day