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2026-07-06 Select Board
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Select Board Praised for Transparency Efforts; Future Goals and Committee Structure Discussed
During the citizens' open forum, a resident expressed appreciation for the Select Board's efforts in fostering communication, transparency, accountability, and process improvements. Specific examples included facilitating difficult conversations about finances after town meetings, sponsoring discussions on building utilization, and conducting a flash survey about a master plan to align constituent views. The resident highlighted improved engagement through the town website and flash surveys. The board also discussed developing goals, including presenting a pilot program and a long-term plan for the memorial school building at town meeting, and redesigning the website by a determined date. A further discussion was initiated regarding joint board committees, setting expectations for meeting attendance, and annual town meeting presentations.
Mary Kay Brown Appointed to Board of Registrars
Mary Kay Brown was appointed to the Board of Registrars for a term beginning July 6th, 2026, through June 30th, 2028. She has 30 years of experience as an educator and highlighted her passion for citizenship and the American dream, inspired by her father's immigration story. Semi-retired, she recently witnessed a naturalization ceremony, which motivated her to ensure the sanctity and inclusivity of voting processes. She believes her experience and dedication align with the role's responsibilities.
National Grid Conduit Location Hearing Continued After Resident Concerns
The Select Board held a public hearing regarding a petition from Massachusetts Electric Company, DBA National Grid, for the location of underground electric conduits on Oldwood Road and Southwood Road. The project aims to improve reliability and reduce power outages in the neighborhood. During the hearing, a resident raised concerns about the proposed location of a pull box on their property, preferring alternative locations due to aesthetic and practical reasons. National Grid explained that the pull boxes would be flush with the ground and that the location was determined by cable length requirements. Discussions also covered the use of horizontal directional drilling for installation and potential damage to property, with assurances from National Grid that all necessary precautions would be taken and any damage repaired. The board decided to continue the hearing to allow further discussion and coordination between the resident, National Grid, and the Department of Public Works (DPW).
Rideshare Program Reinstated; Bond Bill Funding Verification Underway
The Town Administrator reported that the rideshare program, previously terminated, is being reinstated, providing an estimated $2,200-$2,500 annually for Wilbraham. Additionally, discussions touched upon the verification of $600,000 allocated in a bond bill for work at Belize and on Stony Hill at Route 20, pending the governor's signature. The board also reviewed information on MMA webinars concerning website improvements and branding, with plans to share links and discuss potential website analytics and redesign objectives. An upcoming MMA Policy Committee meeting on energy and the environment was noted.
National Grid and Verizon Approved for Joint Pole Installation on Ridge Road
The Select Board approved a petition from Massachusetts Electric Company, DBA National Grid, and Verizon New England Inc. for joint or identical pole locations on Ridge Road. The project involves installing one joint-owned pole (P number 53-84) to provide guying for an existing pole (P50-53). The plan, dated April 23rd, 2026, is on file with the Select Board's office. The petitioners are granted permission to erect and maintain poles and wires, and to lay underground laterals for connections. They also agreed to reserve space on the poles for municipal fire, police, telephone, and telegraph signal wires.
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