Amendment - Chapter 90, Section 9 "Regulation of Refuse Disposal"
Adopted
Result
117
Yes
49
No
2
Abstain
Activity summary
Adopted (117-49-2)
Vote
21
Discussion threads
Community discussion
21 threads.
Arguments for
Fees for excess weekly trash are a necessary tool for town government to solve waste problems.
— Tom Diaz, Pct 8
The current plan ensures weekly pickup of trash, recycling, and compost remains at no extra charge, with only excess waste incurring fees.
— Tom Diaz, Pct 8
Arguments against
The 'No' vote in the referendum was a landslide, indicating significant community opposition to the fee structure.
— Tom Diaz, Pct 8
There is a lack of trust in the Select Board regarding how they approach issues when not being closely monitored.
— Benjamin Lees, Pct 7
Key questions raised
Will fees for bulky items begin on July 1 as suggested in the Draft Fee Schedule?
— Jenny Richlin, Pct 4
What type of communication outreach is planned to make residents aware of fee changes?
— Jenny Richlin, Pct 4
Why is the wording on the sample ballot vague, making it difficult for voters to judge what they are actually voting for?
— Catherine Yan, Pct 5
Discussion threads
Jenny Richlin
Pct 4
37 msgs
Does anyone know if fees for bulky items will be starting on July 1 as noted in the Draft Fee Schedule created by the WRTF? The schedule was in the presentation titled, "Waste Reduction & Modernizatio…
Ruth Thomas
31 msgs
Courtesy post for Peter C. J. Kelley. Ruth Thomas TMM4 March 24, 2026 To: Town Meeting Members From: Peter Kelley Re: Warrant Articles 23 and 31 I ask all Town Meeting Members to VOTE NO on Article 23…
Catherine Yan
24 msgs
Can I ask this group what is currently still on the table with regards to Article 31 for TMM (in the context of decision making etc) and/or for the town (is there a possibility of referendum/town wide…
Matt Daggett
Pct 2
19 msgs
Saw this in Winchester today. Matt Daggett Precinct 2
John Rossi
15 msgs
The Commission on Disability unanimously opposes passage of Article 31. Disability is a condition which effects the lives of a significant cross section of our community. It causes physical, emotional…
Jenny Richlin
Pct 4
9 msgs
Fellow Town Meeting Members, I am in favor of the idea of residents paying for excess trash and would like to vote yes on Article 31; however, I have concerns about the article as it currently stands …
One agenda item at last night's Select Board meeting was a discussion of Article 31 and the Select Board Members' expectations and requirements for approving the final implementation of a new trash di…
Ruth Thomas
4 msgs
At the ATM, the Select Board unanimously (5 Yes, 0 No) approved Article 31. I look forward to hearing their individual remarks during this working session. Constituents may be interested as well. http…
Mboudett
Pct 4
4 msgs
Fellow TMMs - I intend to vote yes tomorrow evening. I would like to address one recurring point in the email threads: that some members are considering voting no because there’s not a specific propos…
Tom Diaz
Pct 8
1 msg
Dear fellow members, I want to share my impression of Tuesday's vote. Most of you know I was an advocate for a Yes vote. Briefly, we argued all the same issues that came up on the street, in the refer…
Deepika Sawhney
Pct 6
1 msg
Visiting an incinerator with elementary school kids. Re: Article 31 & Trash Referendum
Dear Town Meeting Members Many may not have had the opportunity to visit the North Andover Incinerator. Here is a first person account, as an additional data point. See pictures attached*. In November…
Nicola Sykes
1 msg
Fw: Re: [TMMALex] Article 31: Winchester
I thought Steve's response to me was private, so I responded to him off list. But now I see that it wasnt, so I will also post my response. I agree 100% (about focusing on substance). But also, oppone…
Deborah Brown
1 msg
Updated Town Meeting Schedule as of 4/28/2026
Dear Town Meeting members, Below is an updated Town Meeting schedule that takes us through Monday, May 4. Please plan accordingly. Deborah 617-512-7901 ATM 2026 schedule - updated 4/28/2026 **Deadline…
Nicola Sykes
Pct 8
1 msg
Thank you
I was just reading responses to the article 31 discussion, and really appreciating the thought that folks are putting into what they have to say. It feels like a good, robust conversation where people…
Sara Bothwell Allen
Pct 6
1 msg
Article 31 support courtesy post
I am posting the following message on behalf of precinct 6 resident, Priti Kumar. -Sara Bothwell Allen Precinct 6 Dear Town Meeting Members, I urge you to vote YES on Article 31 — a smarter, more equi…
Ricki Pappo
Pct 2
1 msg
Article 31
Dear TMMAs, I spoke at the Yes line on Monday evening however since there was a lot of confusion going on as it was difficult for folks to participatie I'm posting my remarks here. I have lived in Lex…
Ricki Pappo
Pct 2
1 msg
Support for article 31
I am posting a courtesy post for Meera Yuvaraj. Ricki Pappo Pct 2 Begin forwarded message:
Vicki Blier
Pct 9
1 msg
Courtesy Post for Kavitha Venkatesan,
Dear Town Meeting Members, I ask you to vote YES on Article 31 — a smarter, more equitable approach to waste management in Lexington. The Bottom Line Lexington currently offers every household six bar…
TODD BURGER
Pct 9
1 msg
Courtesy Posts on Article 31
While I have not yet taken a position on Article 31, I am passing along as a courtesy post, the message below, on behalf of Kavitha Venkatesan, 9 Audubon Rd, Lexington (Precinct 9). Dear Town Meeting …
Kunal Botla
Pct 4
1 msg
Courtesy Post on Article 31 for Ravneet Grewal
Please find a courtesy post on Article 31 from Ravneet Grewal below. Kunal Botla Precinct 4 -- Kunal Botla [he/him] kunalbotla.com | LinkedIn Begin forwarded message: From: Ravneet Grewal Subject: Res…
Ruth Thomas
Pct 4
1 msg
Article 23: Automated Trash Collection/Article 31 Regulation of Refuse Disposal
Here are waste info web pages from three towns that use automated trash collection. Note the fees charged. Arlington Concord Brookline While I prefer to just toss out plastic bags of trash and not bot…