Select Board — May 19, 2026
The meeting was routine, characterized by standard operational updates and unanimous votes on key items, despite some administrative frustration.
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During the May 19 Select Board meeting, two significant issues were raised that residents should be aware of: rising costs for summer programs and ongoing friction regarding town financial oversight.
First, the Board voted unanimously to increase Summer Adventures fees by $25 per person, per session. While the discussion cited the need to meet minimum wage requirements for staff and manage transportation costs, this is a direct increase in cost for families relying on town summer programming.
Second, the Board expressed mounting frustration with the Finance Department. It was revealed that there has been no reconciliation of the Revolving Fund since June. The Board is currently seeking clarity on quarterly charges and has expressed significant concern over the lack of updates from Finance. Without regular financial reconciliation, effective municipal oversight is compromised.
We will continue to monitor how the Board follows up with the Finance Department to ensure the town's funds are being transparently managed.
Public impact
$25 increase per person per session
The board approved a fee increase of $25 per person per session.
Staffing shortages and recruitment challenges.
The board plans to maintain the 2021 operating model.
Topics discussed
Discussion regarding salary schedule changes to ensure wages meet minimum wage, the impact of high enrollment, transportation bids, and the return of Adventures Away in 2022.
Discussion regarding the departure of Director Matt Mulroney, recruitment challenges for lifeguards, and the plan to maintain the 2021 operating model.
Review of enrollment trends, including recent drops in youth programs, and potential strategies to increase weekday programming.
Update on consistent enrollment levels, state funding to offset pandemic losses, and ongoing recruitment needs due to staffing fluctuations.
Discussion on the high demand for dedicated pickleball courts and the need to identify a location and funding sources.
Concerns regarding the lack of reconciliation from the Finance Department since June and a request for clarity on quarterly charges.
Controversy & dissent
Potentially controversial issues
Summer Adventures Fee Increase
Revolving Fund Reconciliation
Split votes
Decisions logged
Action items
Member positions
Positions marked ~ are inferred from context and may not reflect the member's explicitly stated position. UNCLEAR means the vote was split but the record did not name how this member voted — it is not a “yes.”
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