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Shrewsbury Select Board - July 14, 2026
Published: Jul 14, 2026
Shbury Select Board Reviews FY27 Budget, Tax Collections, and Spending Amidst Federal Bill Impacts
The Shbury Select Board reviewed and acted on various financial matters, including approving bills, payrolls, and warrants, and received updates on the FY27 budget, tax collections, and spending. Key discussions involved the Student Opportunity Act, MBTA funding, MassHealth, and the impacts of the OB3 federal bill. The fiscal year 27 budget totals $63.4 billion, with $2.7 billion in income tax resources allocated to education and transportation. The budget represents a 3.9% increase over FY26, a lower growth rate than in previous years. Tax collections are up 4.2% ahead of FY25, but revenue growth is primarily in non-withheld income. The budget includes final-year funding for the Student Opportunity Act, MBTA budget gap closure, and MassHealth and healthcare services. The OB3 federal bill is expected to create budget challenges, particularly for healthcare spending.
DEIB Committee Presents Progress Report, Recommends Welcoming Policy, and Outlines Future Initiatives
The Shbury Select Board received a comprehensive semiannual report from the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Committee, highlighting various community engagements, partnerships, and advisory work. The committee has strengthened its structure, grown its volunteer base, and expanded its public presence through events like "Pride in the Park," Juneteenth celebrations, and a "Chapters in Common" book club. They have also partnered with local organizations and secured grants. Key advisory work includes a recommendation for the town to adopt a "welcoming communities policy." Future priorities include continuing community events, building partnerships, and investigating a ban on data centers. The board also discussed issues related to wildlife corridors and the impact of development on local infrastructure.
Shbury Select Board Approves Auto Licenses, Addresses Housing Policies, and Debates Data Center Impacts
The Select Board reviewed and acted on several zoning and land use matters. Metro West Motorcars received approval for a garage and Class 2 license. Foley Infiniti was authorized to store vehicles at a new location. Discussions also touched upon streamlining local permitting, supporting non-conforming properties, and housing production, as well as tax exemptions for affordable housing construction. A home rule petition concerning property tax exemptions was heard, and another regarding digital notice is pending. The board also discussed the potential impacts of data centers and battery storage facilities on the town's utilities and infrastructure, noting concerns about increased costs and environmental impact. Concerns were raised about the overgrowth and overdevelopment leading to wildlife-related accidents, with discussion on potential wildlife corridors. The board also reviewed and approved a road closure for utility connections on Cherry Street. Finally, a recommendation letter for a 'welcoming communities policy' was received, which would limit the town's involvement in federal immigration enforcement.
Shbury Select Board Approves Licenses, Committee Appointments, and Extends Animal Control Agreement
The Shbury Select Board approved a one-day beer and wine license for Clover Road Brewing and Broken Creek Vineyard for the summer concert series at Dean Park on August 27th, 2026. They also approved an affordable rent increase for Edgemere Crossing. Additionally, the board appointed members to various committees: John Shenier and Melissa Sher to the DEIB committee, Andrew Croxford and Romesh Rosdon to the sustainability committee, and Lauren Olivier Brock to the historic district commission. The police chief was authorized to assign officers to polling places for upcoming elections, and the warrant for the state primary election was signed. The intermunicipal agreement for animal control services with Westboro and Grafton was extended.
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