Michael Walsh

The board conducted a reorganization of the Sewer Commission and appointed a new Chair and Vice Chair. The Sewer Superintendent provided an update on department operations, including new sewer connections, station maintenance, property complaints involving easement access, and the status of various infrastructure projects such as manhole lining, low-pressure system testing, and pavement milling and paving work. The board also reviewed the FY27 budget and interviewed two candidates for the Sewer Department Superintendent position, ultimately selecting Carly Brady for the role.

The board conducted its annual re-organization of officers, elected a new Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk, and received departmental reports from the Police and Fire Chiefs regarding monthly activities and incidents. Key agenda items included the approval of an updated ambulance fee schedule, the appointment of a new member to the Cultural Council, and the initiation of public hearings for a Verizon license renewal, a stockholder change for a restaurant, and a transfer of license ownership. Several non-union employment agreement extensions were approved, along with contracts for engineering services, a copier lease, and workers' compensation renewal. The board authorized temporary mobile home placements, issued one-day alcohol licenses, and accepted the layout of several streets as public ways. Finally, the board reviewed the upcoming Annual Town Meeting Warrant, which features an article proposing a financial gift to the local school district to reduce class sizes.

The board held an executive session to discuss negotiations for a new Sewer Superintendent. The Superintendent reported on sewer connections, billing cycles, facility maintenance, and the receipt of a new vehicle. The board discussed the Sewer Rate Relief Fund award, the status of the fiscal year 2027 budget, and the Manhole Lining Project for which a contract was awarded. Additionally, the board reviewed progress on the Route 44 Pump Control Project, department training, and Pine Street subdivision infrastructure. New business included a review of a proposed carwash project at the former IHOP site. Old business involved preparations for upcoming Town Meeting articles and a review of applications for the Superintendent position.

The board discussed the ongoing dissolution of the Library Association Board of Trustees and the need to include an article in the town meeting. The Director reported on programming impacts due to weather, the transition of the Children's Librarian position to a Youth Librarian, and current hiring efforts. Financial updates included the submission of the budget and a reduction in Hoopla pricing. Facility maintenance topics covered carpet repairs, exit sign maintenance, and spring scheduling. Additionally, updates were provided regarding the Raynham Reads book selection and new library personnel.

The board discussed the ongoing dissolution of the Library Association Board of Trustees and the status of land transfer with the town attorney. The Director's report covered library programming statistics, new card issuance, financial updates, and maintenance progress on the building and grounds. Staffing matters included the arrival of a new youth services librarian and updates on contract negotiations. Policies regarding hotspots, decertification, meeting room usage, and garden management were reviewed and discussed. Finally, the board voted to recommend a change to a town by-law concerning trustee term limits.