Annual Town Elections
2026-05-04 12:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield, MA, 01506, United States
Annual Town Elections will be held on
Monday, May 4th 2026 12:00PM – 7:00PM
Brookfield Town Hall
6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506
Please find a copy of the ballot below
Annual Town Election Ballot 2026

Brookfield Elementary School Committee Negotiations Subcommittee CANCELLED
2026-05-04 16:15
Brookfield, MA Brookfield Elementary School Committee Negotiations Subcommittee CANCELLED

Council on Aging
2026-05-05 12:00 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Banquet Hall
Brookfield, MA Council on Aging
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/[REDACTED]

Library Trustees
2026-05-06 18:00 | Merrick Public Library, 2 Lincoln St, Brookfield, MA, United States
Brookfield, MA Library Trustees
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/[REDACTED]
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING
AGENDA, Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (FY26)
Merrick Public Library
2 Lincoln Street, Brookfield, MA 01506
Meeting called to order for Wednesday, 02/04/2026 @ pm.
Attendance: Chair: Rebecca Morin (RM) (‘27) (), Secretary: Rebecca Beck (RB) (‘26) (),Shelby Hill (SH) (‘26) (), Sally Brown (SB) (‘27) (), Carol Plumb (CP) (‘28) (), Mary Lou Knight (MK) (‘28) (), Julia Taylor (JT) (), Brenda Metterville (BM) ()
OPEN MEETING: Call meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Review, edit, approve minutes from Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Motion to approve the minutes made by, 2nd by, all voted in favor.
Motion to ratify vouchers submitted for payment by , 2nd by voted in favor:
Library Payroll vouchers for FY26, WK 21 and WK 22 4/26/2026.
Book vouchers for FY26, WK WK 21 and WK 22 4/26/2026
Expense vouchers for FY26, WK WK 21 and WK 22 4/26/2026
Utilities and expense vouchers for 18 Common Street for FY26, WK 21 and WK 22 4/26/2026
Budget FY 27 will be presented with comments from the Board of Selectmen and Advisory Board meeting held on Wed. April 22, 2026.
Brenda will report progress on 18 Common Street.
Parking area discussion with Kyle.
Work progress is focused on flooring in the barn.
Interviews will take place on Wednesday, May 13 at 5:30 and Thursday, May 14 at 5:30 pm.
Contract signing.
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6:00 pm.
Motion made to adjourn the meeting by, 2nd by, all voted in favor.
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: brookfieldlibrary@gmail.com or call 508-867-6339. In order to meet your request, please provide 48 hour 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.

Memorial Day Committee
2026-05-06 18:00 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Town Clerk’s Office
Brookfield, MA Memorial Day Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5178103639310336

Planning Board
2026-05-06 18:30 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Banquet Hall
Brookfield, MA Planning Board
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5158010104578048
Call to Order
Minutes: 3/11/2026, 4/8/2026
6:45pm Public Hearing for amendment to the Town Zoning Bylaw re: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Old Business
New Business
Financials
– Stonebridge Press: payment for publication of notices of April 8, 2026 public hearing
Correspondence
– Sturbridge Planning Board: Public Hearing for ADA improvements to Hyde Library, 5/11/2026
– Warren Planning Board: Public Hearing for Zoning Bylaw amendment (Flood Plain District), 4/27/2026
– Warren Planning Board: Public Hearing for site plan approval of six-duplex development with common driveway on Cemetery Rd., 5/11/2026
Announcements
Adjournment

Notice of Public Hearing: Proposed Amendments to Accessory Dwelling Units Bylaw
2026-05-06 18:45 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield, MA, 01506, United States
Brookfield Planning Board
Notice of Public Hearing

In accordance with M. G. L., Chapter 40A, Section 5 and the provisions of the Brookfield Zoning Bylaws Section 13.D, the Brookfield Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on proposed amendments to the Town of Brookfield Zoning Bylaw concerning Accessory Dwelling Units.
The hearing will take place on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in the Banquet Hall of Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central St., Brookfield, MA, starting at 6:45 pm or as soon thereafter as can be heard. Meeting details and agenda will be posted at www.mytowngovernment.org/01506. A copy of the proposed amendments may be inspected at the office of the Town Clerk at Brookfield Town Hall during normal business hours.

Kevin Erkkila, Chair
Brookfield Planning Board

Select Board
2026-05-06 19:00 | Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room, 7 Prouty Street
Brookfield, MA Select Board
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5102933893447680
Brookfield Select Board
Wednesday, May 6, 2026; 7 p.m.
Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SIGNED WARRANTS
AGENDA
1. 7:05 Pole Hearing – Quaboag St.
2. 7:15: Pole Hearing – Quaboag St.
3. Items not reasonably 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.

Communications Committee
2026-05-11 19:15 | Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room, 7 Prouty Street
Brookfield, MA Communications Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5118172269641728
1.) Community Resource Content for Town Website
2.) Review Meeting Minutes from 04/14/2026
3.) Schedule Next Meeting

Brookfield Elementary School Committee
2026-05-12 18:00 | Brookfield Elementary School, 37 Central Street Brookfield MA 01506 School Library
Brookfield, MA Brookfield Elementary School Committee
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/6301071694102528
http://www.tantasqua.org/superintendent/files/scAgendas/brookfieldAgenda.pdf
Please go to link above to see posted agenda.

Agricultural Commission
2026-05-12 18:30 | Brookfield Police Station Meeting Room, 7 Prouty Street
Brookfield, MA Agricultural Commission
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/[REDACTED]
at April 14 meeting

Water Commissioners
2026-05-13 11:00 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 6 Central Street, Banquet Hall
Brookfield, MA Water Commissioners
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5178150749732864
Please see attached document

Brookfield Gala
2026-05-16 17:30 - 22:00 | Oakholm Farm Estate, 80 Lake Road, Brookfield, MA, 01506, United States
The 2nd Annual Brookfield Gala is almost here!

Join us for an unforgettable evening supporting our wonderful Brookfield community!

Saturday, May 16, 2026
Cocktail Hour begins at 5:30 PM
Oakholm Farm Estate

Tickets are now on sale!

Pricing:
– $80 per individual
– $750 for a table of 8 (includes dedicated drink service, you still purchase your own drinks)

How to get tickets:
Reach out to any Friends of Brookfield member, or email us at friendsofbrookfield01506@gmail.com

What to expect:
– Cocktail hour with live music by **Brian Kearsley**
– Silent Auction and raffle
– Presentation of the Brookfield Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award
– Delicious dinner featuring:

Hors d’oeuvres
Variety of cheeses, crackers, sliced hard salami & fresh fruit

Salad
Tossed salad with roma tomatoes, English cucumbers, julienne carrots, Italian dressing + fresh baked bread with butter

Buffet
– Pan-seared boneless chicken breast with Picatta sauce
– Baked Haddock with basil pesto crust & lemon butter
– Prime Rib carved to order with au jus
– Baked rice with fresh thyme
– Potatoes Au Gratin
– Steamed vegetable medley (broccoli, cauliflower, carrots)

Vegan/Vegetarian Option
Grilled zucchini, summer squash, eggplant, asparagus, red onion & cherry tomatoes with fresh oregano & basil over brown & wild rice fusion

Dessert to finish the night

– Dancing all evening!

Schedule:
5:30 – 6:30 PM | Cocktail Hour
6:40 PM | Welcome & Opening
6:50 PM | Brookfield Distinguished Citizen Award Presentation
7:00 – 10:00 PM | Dinner, Dancing & Silent Auction

A perfect night of great food, music, dancing, community spirit, and supporting a great cause. Don’t miss it, tickets will go fast!

Tag your friends and let us know if you’re coming!

Foot Clinic
2026-05-19 10:00 | Brookfield Congregational Church 8 Common Street, Brookfield, MA, United States
Brookfield, MA Foot Clinic
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5134931768901632
Foot Clinic
(By Appointment Only)
For information or to make an appointment Patty King at (508) 867-2930 ext. 23 or Candyce Weagle at brookfieldseniordirector@outlook.com

Tantasqua School Committee
2026-05-19 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.

Conservation Commission
2026-05-20 17:30 | Brookfield Town Hall, 6 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Banquet Hall
Brookfield, MA Conservation Commission
http://www.mytowngovernment.org/meeting/5163043202269184
AGENDA TO BE FINALIZED
Open Meeting
1. 75 Fiskdale Road – Complaint regarding potential fill in wetlands (continued)
2. Payment vouchers for MACC training and postage
3. Review and approve open session minutes: 3/18/2026, 4/15/2026
Adjournment
Remote meeting access is available to the public.
Microsoft Teams meeting link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MGQzMGYzMDgtNzVjZi00NDRlLTkxYzgtMWFjYjE3MmE0NzUx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%222750068b-810d-40bb-b0a5-318f0e0aa54d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22bde3b258-64c1-44b1-97ef-d75f4f4e6c73%22%7d
Meeting Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Please submit the ADA Accommodation Request web form (https://forms.anevry.com/view.php?id=19488), email accomodations@brookfieldma.us, or call 1-508-867-2930 ext. 10 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Although every attempt will be made to provide the accommodation with less than 48 hours notice, it may not be possible.

Annual Plant Sale
2026-05-23 09:00 - 16:00 | Brookfield Town Common, Brookfield, MA, United States
The Garden Club will be hosting their Annual Plant Sale on the Brookfield Town Common on Saturday, May 23rd 2026 9:00AM – 4:00PM.

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)

Hops & Horsepower
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Oakholm Brewing Company, 80 Lake Road, Brookfield, MA, 01506, United States
Experience the Roar of Engines and the Brilliance of Automotive Design at
Oakholm Brewing Company
Saturday June 6, 2026
10:00AM – 2:00PM
Please arrive for registration between 9:00AM and 11:30AM to be eligible for prizes.

Free for Attendees
Coffee Truck
Raffles
Prizes
Live Music

Pre-Register HERE
Presented by:
Brookfield Cultural Council
Friends of Brookfield
Oakholm Brewing Company

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)

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)

Foot Clinic
2026-06-16 10:00 | Brookfield Congregational Church 8 Common Street, Brookfield, MA, United States
Brookfield, MA Foot Clinic
(regular meeting, not yet scheduled)

Tantasqua School Committee
2026-06-16 18:00 | Tantasqua Regional Junior High School, 320A Brookfield Road, Fiskdale MA 01518 School Library
Brookfield, MA Tantasqua School Committee
(regular meeting, not yet scheduled)
