Advisory Committee
2026-05-21 17:30 (America/New_York) | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central Street Brookfield MA 01506 Cafeteria
Brookfield, MA Advisory Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5151527019216896
Agenda- Correction
Joint Meeting with Select Board
Joint Meeting with Board of Assessors
Call to order
Review and acceptance previous meeting minutes Announcements
Review and recommendation of warrant articles with financial impact
Brief review of FY 2027 budget presentation (if needed)
FY 2027 budget presentation to public
Questions
Adjourn

Select Board
2026-05-21 17:30 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central St, Brookfield, MA, United States
Brookfield, MA Select Board
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5182853235605504
Brookfield Select Board
Thursday, May 21, 2026; 5:30 p.m.
Brookfield Elementary School
JOINT MEETING WITH BOARD OF ASSESSORS
JOINT MEETING WITH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AGENDA
1. Annual Town Meeting Warrant/Budget
2. Items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance.
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. When making such a request, please include a description of the accommodation that you will need, including as much detail as possible, along with your contact information. Email requests to:selectmen@brookfieldma.us, or call 508-867-2930 x 10. Or fill out an ADA Accommodation Request online at https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488
In order to meet your request, please provide at least 48 hours notice prior to the date that the accommodation is needed. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation, with less than 48 hours notice it may not be possible

Board of Assessors
2026-05-21 17:30 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central Street Brookfield MA 01506 Cafeteria
Brookfield, MA Board of Assessors
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5121361970724864
JOINT MEETING WITH SELECT BOARD
JOINT MEETING WITH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AGENDA
1. Annual Town Meeting Warrant/Budget
2. Items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance.
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. When making such a request, please include a description of the accommodation that you will need, including as much detail as possible, along with your contact information. Email requests to:selectmen@brookfieldma.us, or call 508-867-2930 x 10. Or fill out an ADA Accommodation Request online at https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488
In order to meet your request, please provide at least 48 hours notice prior to the date that the accommodation is needed. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation, with less than 48 hours notice it may not be possible

Annual Budget Presentation
2026-05-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central Street Brookfield MA 01506 Cafeteria
The Annual Budget Presentation is a formal summary of Brookfield’s proposed annual spending presented before the Annual Town Meeting. It highlights revenue sources (taxes, state aid), major expenditure drivers (labor, school, debt), and long-term fiscal strategies. Key steps include setting a budget calendar, evaluating department requests, and reviewing financial forecasts.
For more information, visit https://www.brookfieldma.us/atm/abp/

Tantasqua School Committee
2026-05-26 18:00 | Tantasqua Regional Junior High School, 320A Brookfield Road, Fiskdale MA 01518 School Library
Brookfield, MA Tantasqua School Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5072267189420032
https://www.tantasqua.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=3617321&type=d&pREC_ID=2699058
Please click on link above for current agenda.

Select Board
2026-05-26 18:30 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Assessor’s Office
Brookfield, MA Select Board
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5108249653673984
Brookfield Select Board
Tuesday, May 26, 2026; 6:30 p.m.
Assessor’s Office
JOINT MEETING WITH BOARD OF ASSESSORS
ANNOUNCMENTS
No public comment
Call to order
FY 2027- structure of Assessor’s office advertise for assessor/assistant assessor/clerk
Roy Bishop-Bishop & Associates
Discuss options for temporary assessing duties starting 7/1/26. Diane Bishops proposal.
Review/ approve minutes from 5/12/26 meeting
Review / decision on abatement appeal for 69 & 71 Town Farm Rd.
Review/decision on abatement appeal for 26 Allen Rd.
Items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance.
Next meeting date.
Adjourn
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. When making such a request, please include a description of the accommodation that you will need, including as much detail as possible, along with your contact information. Email requests to:selectmen@brookfieldma.us, or call 508-867-2930 x 10. Or fill out an ADA Accommodation Request online at https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488
In order to meet your request, please provide at least 48 hours notice prior to the date that the accommodation is needed. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation, with less than 48 hours notice it may not be possible
Appointee/Member acknowledges receipt of Conflict of Interest Law and Open Meeting Law Materials.
Conflict of Interest Law Training for appointed Municipal Employees and Elected officials can be found at:
http://www.muniprog.eth.state.ma.us/
Conflict of Interest Law can be found at: http://www.mass.gov/ethics/education-and-training-resources/required-education-and-training/municipal-employee-summary.html
Open Meeting Law Meeting Information can be found at: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/open-meeting-law-educational-materials

Board of Assessors
2026-05-26 18:30 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 assessors office
Brookfield, MA Board of Assessors
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5108457758261248
ANNOUNCMENTS
No public comment
JOINT MEETING WITH SELECT BOARD
Call to order
FY 2027- structure of Assessor’s office advertise for assessor/assistant assessor/clerk
Roy Bishop-Bishop & Associates
Discuss options for temporary assessing duties starting 7/1/26. Diane Bishops proposal.
Review/ approve minutes from 5/12/26 meeting
Review / decision on abatement appeal for 69 & 71 Town Farm Rd.
Review/decision on abatement appeal for 26 Allen Rd.
Items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance.
Next meeting date.
Adjourn
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. When making such a request, please include a description of the accommodation that you will need, including as much detail as possible, along with your contact information. Email requests to:selectmen@brookfieldma.us, or call 508-867-2930 x 10. Or fill out an ADA Accommodation Request online at https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488
In order to meet your request, please provide at least 48 hours notice prior to the date that the accommodation is needed. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation, with less than 48 hours notice it may not be possible

Beach Committee
2026-05-27 15:00 | South Pond Beach
Brookfield, MA Beach Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5204742200885248
Agenda
Call to order
Announcements
Review and approve expenses for beach maintenance
Placement of buoy from June to Labor Day
Other business unanticipated prior to 48 hours notice
Adjourn

Board of Health
2026-05-27 18:00 | Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room, 7 Prouty Street Meeting Room
Brookfield, MA Board of Health
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5201776660185088
TOWN OF BROOKFIELD
BOARD OF HEALTH – MEETING AGENDA
Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room
Call to Order
Administrative / Board Business
A moment of silence for Alex Mechachonis
Welcome new board member, Jake Hill
Reorganization of the Board
Review of Leicester Regional Public Health Coalition (LRPHC) April 2026 Report
Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes: March 25, 2026; April 29, 2026
Appointments / Scheduled Discussions
n/a
New Business –
Discussion – Water Safety
Discussion – Algal Bloom Webinar Available
Discussion – Drafting Protocol for Algal Bloom in Brookfield & Notice to Residents to not feed the ducks and/or geese
Discussion – Facts and Concerns regarding the 7 mile river dumping into Brookfields ponds/rivers
Discussion – Bever Permits Protocol
Discussion – Drafting a Policy on Board of Health Office Access and Visitor Log
Discussion – Drafting a Policy on Official Communications with Other Departments
Discussion – Researching the Need and Logistics of Supporting a Town Kennel
Discussion – Addressing Interactions with Residents and Business Owners / Leicester Regional Public Health Coalition (LRPHC)
Ongoing / Old Business
Stipend Update
South Pond Beach Testing
Bonnie Toomey – Post Road Trading – Update
Public Comment (General Matters) : Members of the public may address the Board on matters not reasonably anticipated by the Chair within 48 hours of meeting posting. Comments are limited to two (2) minutes per speaker. The Board will not engage in substantive discussion on matters not listed on the agenda in accordance with the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law.
Adjournment
Meeting Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. To request an accommodation, please include a description of the needed accommodation and your contact information.
Requests may be submitted to:
Email: accommodations@brookfieldma.us
Phone: 508-867-2930 x 10
Accommodation requests should be made at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. While every effort will be made to fulfill requests received with less notice, it may not be possible in all cases.

Select Board
2026-05-27 19:00 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Banquet Room
Brookfield, MA Select Board
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5126096450748416
Brookfield Select Board
Wednesday, May 27, 2026; 7 p.m.
Brookfield Town Hall
Banquet Hall
JOINT MEETING WITH BOARD OF ASSESSORS
1. Request from Cultural Council to use Town Common for summer events
2. Cultural Council spending requests – car show; garden club
3. Cultural Council – request for one day pouring licenses
4. Central Mass Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) FY22-23 project extension
5. CMRPC Community Development Block Grant FY22-23 CDF Grant Program Invoices: #26; 27; 28; 29
6. Sign Contact Agreement for ADA Sidewalk Ramp Improvement Project
7. Funding Application for Boston Post Road West (Route 9) Corridor Study
8. Cemetery Project
9. Volunteer Policy
10. Approve application for One Stop Community Rural Development grant for emergency generator for Town water supply.
8:30 p.m. Executive Session: #2
Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s.21(a)(2) – To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel – Highway Superintendent
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. When making such a request, please include a description of the accommodation that you will need, including as much detail as possible, along with your contact information. Email requests to:selectmen@brookfieldma.us, or call 508-867-2930 x 10. Or fill out an ADA Accommodation Request online at https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488
In order to meet your request, please provide at least 48 hours notice prior to the date that the accommodation is needed. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation, with less than 48 hours notice it may not be possible

Select Board CANCELLED
2026-05-28 19:00 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central St, Brookfield, MA, United States
Brookfield, MA Select Board CANCELLED

Board of Assessors CANCELLED
2026-05-28 19:00 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Banquet Hall
Brookfield, MA Board of Assessors CANCELLED

Advisory Committee
2026-06-01 17:30 | Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room, 7 Prouty Street
Brookfield, MA Advisory Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5112330677911552
Agenda
Call to Order
Review and Acceptance of previous meeting minutes
Announcements
Review and discussion of transfer or reserve fund requests(if necessary)
Review of any add’tl changes to FY 2027 budget(if necessary)
Discussion of any updates to FY 2027 warrant articles(if necessary)
Preparation for June 4, 2026 Town meeting
Any other business not reasonably anticipated by chair 48 hours in advance
Adjourn

Cultural Council
2026-06-01 18:30 | Merrick Public Library, 2 Lincoln St, Brookfield, MA, United States
Brookfield, MA Cultural Council
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5081414362464256
Call To Order
Approve Minutes
Jake & Shelby Hill Halloween Event
Car Show
Future events
Social media addition of Instagram
Questions/Concerns
Adjourn
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/210769887011502?p=UmX77GA9f2wTK459go
Meeting ID: 210 769 887 011 502
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Council on Aging
2026-06-02 12:00 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Banquet Hall
Brookfield, MA Council on Aging
(regular meeting, not yet scheduled)

Library Trustees
2026-06-03 18:00 | Merrick Public Library, 2 Lincoln St, Brookfield, MA, United States
Brookfield, MA Library Trustees
(regular meeting, not yet scheduled)

Planning Board
2026-06-03 18:30 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Banquet Hall
Brookfield, MA Planning Board
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5094558874992640
Call to Order
Minutes: 5/6/2026
Old Business
– Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles: review for presentation and response
New Business
– Michelle Terry: Approval Not Required application, 2 & 4 Rice Corner Rd.
– Tim Armstrong, Berkshire Design Group, for MA Dept of Fish & Game: Approval Not Required application, 29 Devils Elbow Road
– Jeremy Croteau, for Charles Edgette: Approval Not Required application, 8 Long Hill Rd. (rear lot creation)
– Oakholm Farm: Special Permit amendment consultation and application
– Board Leadership elections
– Michael Maneggio: street lighting and power pole for Molasses Hill Estates Phase II
Financials
– Special Revenue Report review
– Expenditure Report review
– Planning Board Stipends, FY26 second half:$1250
Correspondence
– Sturbridge Planning Board: Notice of Decision on library ramp construction, 5/18/2026
– Sturbridge Zoning Board of Appeals: Notice of Decision to approve Special Permit, 91 Shore Rd., 5/21/2026
– Warren Planning Board: Notice of Public Hearing 6/15/2026, Special Permit and Site Plan Approval, 21 Quaboag St. (Verizon)
Announcements
Adjournment

Board of Assessors
2026-06-03 19:00 | Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room, 7 Prouty Street
Brookfield, MA Board of Assessors
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5077973556789248
NNOUNCEMENTS
This meeting will be live streamed and recorded.
No public comments for this meeting.
JOINT MEETING WITH THE SELECT BOARD
1. Ratify 6-4-26 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Signatures
2. Shea Property – Catch Basin/School water runoff
3. Gay Road – Discussion: Appoint Town representative; vendor status, etc.
4. Chapter 90 Reimbursement
5. Appoint Town representative for cemetery project
6. Quotes/Vote for Cemetery project
7. Interim and Permanent Highway Superintendent – Discussion
8. Highway Operations – discussion
9. Assessor Assistant position
10. Sign Contract Authorized Signature Listing (CASL)
11. Mass Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Hazard Mitigation Plan Contract
12. Approve 4-1-26 Select Board minutes
13. Items not reasonably anticipated by the chair 48 hours in advance
1. Ratify 6-4-26 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Signatures
2. Shea Property – Catch Basin/School water runoff
3. Gay Road – Discussion: Appoint Town representative; vendor status, etc.
4. Chapter 90 Reimbursement
5. Appoint Town representative for cemetery project
6. Quotes/Vote for Cemetery project
7. Interim and Permanent Highway Superintendent – Discussion
8. Highway Operations – discussion
9. Assessor Assistant position
10. Sign Contract Authorized Signature Listing (CASL)
11. Mass Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Hazard Mitigation Plan Contract
12. Sign liability letter regarding East Brookfield’s parade route
13. Approve 4-1-26 Select Board minutes
14. Items not reasonably anticipated by the chair 48 hours in advance
Executive Session #2
To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel.
Town Administrator contract
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. When making such a request, please include a description of the accommodation that you will need, including as much detail as possible, along with your contact information. Email requests to:selectmen@brookfieldma.us, or call 508-867-2930 x 10. Or fill out an ADA Accommodation Request online at https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488
In order to meet your request, please provide at least 48 hours notice prior to the date that the accommodation is needed. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation, with less than 48 hours notice it may not be possible

Select Board
2026-06-03 19:00 | Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room, 7 Prouty Street
Brookfield, MA Select Board
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5206440055144448
Brookfield Select Board
Wednesday, June 3, 2026; 7 p.m.
Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room
JOINT MEETING WITH BOARD OF ASSESSORS
1. Ratify 6-4-26 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Signatures
2. Shea Property – Catch Basin/School water runoff
3. Gay Road – Discussion: Appoint Town representative; vendor status, etc.
4. Chapter 90 Reimbursement
5. Appoint Town representative for cemetery project
6. Quotes/Vote for Cemetery project
7. Interim and Permanent Highway Superintendent – Discussion
8. Highway Operations – discussion
9. Assessor Assistant position
10. Sign Contract Authorized Signature Listing (CASL)
11. Mass Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Hazard Mitigation Plan Contract
12. Sign liability letter regarding East Brookfield’s parade route
13. Approve 4-1-26 Select Board minutes
14. Items not reasonably anticipated by the chair 48 hours in advance
Executive Session #2
To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel.
Town Administrator contract
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. When making such a request, please include a description of the accommodation that you will need, including as much detail as possible, along with your contact information. Email requests to:selectmen@brookfieldma.us, or call 508-867-2930 x 10. Or fill out an ADA Accommodation Request online at https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488
In order to meet your request, please provide at least 48 hours notice prior to the date that the accommodation is needed. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation, with less than 48 hours notice it may not be possible

Advisory Committee
2026-06-04 17:30 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central St, Brookfield, MA, United States
Brookfield, MA Advisory Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/[REDACTED]
Agenda
JOINT MEETING WITH SELECT BOARD AND BOARD OF ASSESSORS
5:30 Call to order
Review and acceptance of previous meeting minutes
Review any transfer or reserve fund requests
Prepare for Town meeting
6:00 pm
1. Review Annual Town Meeting Warrant and Budget 2. Items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance.

Select Board
2026-06-04 18:00 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central Street Brookfield MA 01506 Cafeterium
Brookfield, MA Select Board
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5158654785880064
Brookfield Select Board
Thursday, June 4, 2026; 6 p.m.
Brookfield Elementary School Cafeterium
JOINT MEETING WITH BOARD OF ASSESSORS
JOINT MEETING WITH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
1. Review Annual Town Meeting Warrant and Budget
2. Items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance.
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. When making such a request, please include a description of the accommodation that you will need, including as much detail as possible, along with your contact information. Email requests to:selectmen@brookfieldma.us, or call 508-867-2930 x 10. Or fill out an ADA Accommodation Request online at https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488
In order to meet your request, please provide at least 48 hours notice prior to the date that the accommodation is needed. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation, with less than 48 hours notice it may not be possible

Board of Assessors
2026-06-04 18:00 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central Street Brookfield MA 01506 Cafeterium
Brookfield, MA Board of Assessors
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5191571415236608
JOINT MEETING WITH SELECT BOARD
JOINT MEETING WITH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
1. Review Annual Town Meeting Warrant and Budget
2. Items not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance.
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. When making such a request, please include a description of the accommodation that you will need, including as much detail as possible, along with your contact information. Email requests to:selectmen@brookfieldma.us, or call 508-867-2930 x 10. Or fill out an ADA Accommodation Request online at https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488
In order to meet your request, please provide at least 48 hours notice prior to the date that the accommodation is needed. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation, with less than 48 hours notice it may not be possible

Annual Town Meeting
2026-06-04 18:30 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central Street Brookfield MA 01506 Cafeteria
Brookfield, MA Annual Town Meeting
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5148629057142784
For more information, please follow the link below:
Annual Town Meeting

Brookfield Elementary School Committee
2026-06-09 18:00 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central Street Brookfield MA 01506 School Library
Brookfield, MA Brookfield Elementary School Committee
(regular meeting, not yet scheduled)

Agricultural Commission
2026-06-09 18:30 | Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room, 7 Prouty Street
Brookfield, MA Agricultural Commission
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5088130818899968
Come to order
Approval of May 12 Minutes
Feedback on proposed article/Senate bill (farm food preparation)
Correspondence/communications
Funding or other support
Garden Club plant sale feedback
Ag Day (August 8th) preparations
Farm Hop (Sep 19) preparations
Set agenda/Schedule for July 14th meeting
Adjourn

Recreation Committee
2026-06-09 19:00 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central Street Brookfield MA 01506 Cafeteria meeting room
Brookfield, MA Recreation Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5192171368480768
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Lewis Field

Water Commissioners
2026-06-10 11:00 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 6 Central Street, Banquet Hall
Brookfield, MA Water Commissioners
(regular meeting, not yet scheduled)

Other Misc.
2026-06-10 12:30 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Banquet Hall
Brookfield, MA Other Misc.
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5129114537689088
Representative Donnie Berthiaume & Senator Peter Durant office hours
12:30 to 1:30 PM

Town Administrator Search Committee
2026-06-11 16:00 | Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room, 7 Prouty Street Meeting Room
Brookfield, MA Town Administrator Search Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5169012435058688
Call tor order
Introductions
Organize the committee-Chair-Clerk
The charge of the Committee to be read
Read Job Description for Town Administrator
Determine Ideal qualifications for Town Administrator
Organization of Search Committee – tools to use /documents available/schedule/ Review Resumes ion time permits
Executive Session 8
To consider or interview applicants for employment by a preliminary screening
committee if the chair declares that an open meeting will have a detrimental
effect in obtaining qualified applicants. This clause shall not apply to any
meeting regarding applicants who have passed a prior preliminary screening.
Schedule next meeting
Adjourn
