# finance-committee — 7 documents, concatenated for reading and search # # This is a CONVENIENCE BUNDLE, not a source. Every document below is # published separately and byte-identically; cite the individual file, # whose path is given in each header, rather than this bundle. # Index of all boards: https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/minutes/INDEX.txt # The town's own scanned original is linked per document. ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2026-06-11-agenda-7845.txt BOARD : finance-committee DATE : 2026-06-11 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/finance-committee/2026-06-11-agenda-7845.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-7845 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Lunenburg Finance Committee Chris Menard, Chair Vacant, Vice-Chair Tom Gray, Clerk Jay Simeone Tanya Dall Ana Lockwood Mike Rupp Thursday, June 11, 2026 7:00 PM Bilotta Meeting Room Lunenburg Town Hall Town of Lunenburg 17 Main Street, P.O. Box 135 Lunenburg, MA 01462-0135 978.582.4139 978.582.4148 Agenda In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadcast over the Lunenburg Public Access channel and on Facebook Live on the Public Access Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access- Cable-157427270975305) and will be uploaded to the Lunenburg Access YouTube channel after the meeting. This meeting will be held in-person at the location provided on this notice. Members of the public are welcome to attend this in-person meeting. Please note that while the option for remote attendance and/or participation is being provided as a courtesy to the public, the meeting will not be suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the virtual broadcast, unless otherwise required by law. Members of the public with particular interest in any specific item on this agenda should make plans for in-person vs. virtual attendance accordingly. The following information is provided for members of the public that would like to participate in the meeting remotely: To Participate Remotely: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82195029392 .From a telephone, dial the toll-free number (888) 475-4499, enter Webinar ID: 821 9502 9392. If you have not registered with Zoom you will be asked for your name and an e- mail address. Note: No participant ID is needed, just press # when asked. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak after joining the meeting. Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak. This agenda lists all topics which may be discussed at the meeting and those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. V otes may be taken because of these discussions. Not all items listed may be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent allowed by Open Meeting Law. 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Announcements 4. Public Comment 5. Town Manager & Finance Director Reports 6. Current Business a. Year End Transfers b. Prioritization of Fiscal Policies to be reviewed in future meetings 7. Old Business 8. Minutes 9. Committee Reports 10. Actions and Topics for Future Meetings 11. Important Dates & Upcoming Meetings a. Finance Committee – July 9 12. Public Comment 13. Adjourn ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2026-06-11-minutes-7845.txt BOARD : finance-committee DATE : 2026-06-11 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/finance-committee/2026-06-11-minutes-7845.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06112026-7845 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Lunenburg Finance Committee Thursday, June 11, 2026 Bilotta Meeting Room Lunenburg Town Hall Present Members: Clerk Tom Gray, Committee Member Tanya Dall, Committee Member Ana Lockwood, Committee Member Jay Simeone, Committee Member Mike Rupp Absent Member: Chair Chris Menard 1. Call to Order The meeting opened at 7:01 PM. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Announcements There were no announcements. 4. Public Comment There were no comments from the public. Ana Lockwood referenced two prior requests that were approved by the Select Board but not by the Finance Committee. She suggested that, in similar situations going forward, boards and commissions be included before decisions are made. She also expressed support for the proposed recreation department pilot program. 5. Town Manager & Finance Director Reports There were no reports from the Town Manager or the Finance Director. 6. Current Business a. Year End Transfers The documents needed on this topic were not provided but should be available for the next meeting. b. Prioritization of Fiscal Policies to be reviewed in future meetings Chris Menard provided the list below prior to the meeting: - Policies on free cash - Revenue projections and policies - Stabilization accounts - Role of Capital Committee - OPEB contributions ===PAGE 2=== Tom gray suggests reviewing policies as a group to then make recommendations to present to the Select Board and/or the Tri-Board Committee. Tanya Dall recommended placing greater emphasis on community engagement. 7. Old Business No old business was presented for review. 8. Minutes There were no minutes to review. 9. Committee Reports Tom Gray states the Municipal Building Design Committee met and had discussions about the needs of the town for town oƯices. Ana Lockwood asked whether the former car dealership had been considered for oƯice space. The option has been discussed, but concerns remain that Town Hall and the Ritter Building would be left unused and begin to deteriorate. The primary goal is to improve conditions for residents using town services and for town employees. Tom Gray also watched the Select Board and School Committee meetings and believes there may be interest in continuing the Tri-Board Committee. 10. Actions and Topics for Future Meetings - Year-end transfers - Tri-Board - Policies - Election and re-organization (if needed) 11. Important Dates & Upcoming Meetings a. Finance Committee – July 9 12. Public Comment There were no comments from the public. 13. Adjourn There was a motion to adjourn by Ana Lockwood, seconded by Jay Simeone. All in favor. The meeting closed at 7:34 PM. ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2026-07-14-agenda-7899.txt BOARD : finance-committee DATE : 2026-07-14 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/finance-committee/2026-07-14-agenda-7899.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-7899 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Chris Menard, Chair Lunenburg Finance Committee Town of Lunenburg Tom Gray, Clerk Jay Simeone Tanya Dall Ana Lockwood Mike Rupp Peter Beardmore Tuesday, July 14, 2026 7:00 PM **REVISED 7/14/26 Bilotta Meeting Room Lunenburg Town Hall & Zoom Agenda 17 Main Street, P.O. Box 135 Lunenburg, MA 01462-0135 978.582.4139 978.582.4148 In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadcast over the Lunenburg Public Access channel and on Facebook Live on the Public Access Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access- Cable-157427270975305) and will be uploaded to the Lunenburg Access YouTube channel after the meeting. This meeting will be held in-person at the location provided on this notice. Members of the public are welcome to attend this in-person meeting. Please note that while the option for remote attendance and/or participation is being provided as a courtesy to the public, the meeting will not be suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the virtual broadcast, unless otherwise required by law. Members of the public with particular interest in any specific item on this agenda should make plans for in-person vs. virtual attendance accordingly. The following information is provided for members of the public that would like to participate in the meeting remotely: To Participate Remotely: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar: **https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9091740347?omn=87612216919 .From a telephone, dial the toll-free number (888) 475-4499, enter Webinar ID: 821 9502 9392. If you have not registered with Zoom you will be asked for your name and an e-mail address. Note: No participant ID is needed, just press # when asked. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak after joining the meeting. Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak. This agenda lists all topics which may be discussed at the meeting and those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. Votes may be taken because of these discussions. Not all items listed may be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent allowed by Open Meeting Law. 1. Call to Order – Joint Meeting with Select Board 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Announcements 4. Public Comment 5. Current Business a. Year End Transfers 6. Public Comment 7. Adjourn ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2026-07-23-agenda-7917.txt BOARD : finance-committee DATE : 2026-07-23 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/finance-committee/2026-07-23-agenda-7917.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-7917 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Lunenburg Finance Committee Chris Menard, Chair Tom Gray, Clerk Jay Simeone Tanya Dall Ana Lockwood Mike Rupp Peter Beardmore Thursday, July 23, 2026 7:00 PM Bilotta Meeting Room Lunenburg Town Hall Town of Lunenburg 17 Main Street, P.O. Box 135 Lunenburg, MA 01462-0135 978.582.4139 978.582.4148 Agenda In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadcast over the Lunenburg Public Access channel and on Facebook Live on the Public Access Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access- Cable-157427270975305) and will be uploaded to the Lunenburg Access YouTube channel after the meeting. This meeting will be held in-person at the location provided on this notice. Members of the public are welcome to attend this in-person meeting. Please note that while the option for remote attendance and/or participation is being provided as a courtesy to the public, the meeting will not be suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the virtual broadcast, unless otherwise required by law. Members of the public with particular interest in any specific item on this agenda should make plans for in-person vs. virtual attendance accordingly. The following information is provided for members of the public that would like to participate in the meeting remotely: To Participate Remotely: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85984791156 . From a telephone, dial the toll-free number (888) 475-4499, enter Webinar ID: 859 8479 1156. If you have not registered with Zoom you will be asked for your name and an e-mail address. Note: No participant ID is needed, just press # when asked. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak after joining the meeting. Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak. This agenda lists all topics which may be discussed at the meeting and those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. V otes may be taken because of these discussions. Not all items listed may be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent allowed by Open Meeting Law. 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Announcements 4. Public Comment 5. Town Manager & Finance Director Reports 6. Current Business a. Reorganization of Finance Committee b. Presentation by Green Communities on Mass Save Programs and Incentives c. Additional State Aid, other revenues and savings Discussion d. Committee and Liaison Assignments e. Upcoming priorities and Calendars 7. Old Business 8. Minutes (Fincom - 5/28, 6/11, Triboards – 1/12, 1/27, 3/10, possibly others) 9. Committee Reports 10. Actions and Topics for Future Meetings 11. Important Dates & Upcoming Meetings a. Finance Committee – Aug 13 12. Public Comment 13. Adjourn ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2026-07-23-minutes-7917.txt BOARD : finance-committee DATE : 2026-07-23 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/finance-committee/2026-07-23-minutes-7917.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07232026-7917 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Lunenburg Finance Committee Meeting Minutes Bilotta Meeting Room Lunenburg Town Hall July 23, 2026 Present Members: Chair Chris Menard, Clerk Tom Gray, Committee Member Peter Beardmore, Committee Member Tanya Dall, Committee Member Jay Simeone, Committee Member Ana Lockwood, Committee Member Mike Rupp 1. Call to Order The meeting opened at 7:03 PM. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Announcements Chris Menard confirmed that an additional Special Town Meeting is expected to be held this year; however, the date has not yet been determined. 4. Public Comment There were no comments from the public. 5. Town Manager & Finance Director Reports The Town Manager and Finance Director are on vacation; therefore, no report was provided. 6. Current Business a. Reorganization of Finance Committee There was a motion to nominate Chris Menard for Chair by Jay Simeone, seconded by Tanya Dall. All in favor. There was a motion to nominate Peter Beardmore as Vice Chair by Jay Simeone, seconded by Tom Gray. All in favor. There was a motion to nominate Tom Gray for Clerk by Ana Lockwood, seconded by Peter Beardmore. All in favor. b. Presentation by Green Communities on Mass Save Programs and Incentives The Chair of the Green Communities Committee, David Blatt, provided the presentation. David Blatt discussed diƯerent programs and incentives oƯered by Mass Save and National Grid. The representative at Mass Save is Matt O’Keefe and the representative from National Grid is Sean Krauss. ===PAGE 2=== Mass Save oƯers free audits regarding energy eƯiciency. For FY 26, 90% of towns in the Commonwealth are now Green Communities. There was discussion about weatherization incentives, heat pump incentives, building management systems, and other electric measures. David Blatt discussed the accelerated repair program oƯered to schools that cover roof and window repair. Applications need to be submitted in January 2027; a decision will be made in mid-2027 and construction will start in 2028. The applications are only accepted every 2 years. c. Additional State Aid, other revenues and savings Discussion Renee Emkey forwarded a presentation to the Committee for review. Chris Menard confirmed a petition was submitted by Mandy Gilman who is also working with the Superintendent. There will be an upcoming presentation by Mandy Gilman, possibly with the School Committee and Superintendent. Chris Menard provided the following documents to the Finance Committee members: General Law, Bylaws, Home Rule Charter, as well as guidance from the Mass Dept. of Revenue. The Finance Committee public hearing has been scheduled to take place on August 27, 2026. Below are some highlights anticipated to be discussed at the public hearing. - $135,915 increase in Chapter 70 funds - $116,413 increase in charter school tuition reimbursement - $160,187 was received in receipts from the Smart Growth school reimbursement. - There was a total increase of $402,730 in school related state aid. Below are the 5 requests proposed by the Superintendent totaling $350,000. - Reading Specialist at the Primary School - Reading Specialist at the Turkey Hill Elementary - Increasing the Vice Principal position to full time - Increasing the Music Teacher at the High School to full time - Online tutoring program for the Primary School d. Committee and Liaison Assignments The assignments are as follows: Council on Aging: Ana Lockwood ===PAGE 3=== Green Communities Committee: Tom Gray Library Board of Trustees: Jay Simeone Master Plan Steering Committee: Mike Rupp Municipal Design Committee: Tom Gray Parks Commission: Tanya Dall Personnel Committee: Tanya Dall School Committee: Peter Beardmore Select Board: Tom Gray Sewer Commission: Jay Simeone The Town Manager Screening Committee has concluded its work thus will not need liaison. The assignments for the Capital Planning Committee, Stormwater Task Force, Planning Board were deferred. Peter Beardmore volunteered to be the contact person for department liaison with the Police Department, Facilities Department and the Department of Public Works. e. Upcoming priorities and Calendars Chris Menard anticipates that department heads will present their requests prior to the budget season, most likely during wintertime. Chris Menard will reach out to the DLS representative to set up a presentation regarding best practice and knowledge for the Finance Committee and the Select Board. 7. Old Business No old business was discussed. 8. Minutes (Fincom - 5/28, 6/11, Triboards – 1/12, 1/27, 3/10, possibly others) There was a motion to approve the minutes of May 28, 2026, and June 11, 2026, by Ana Lockwood, seconded by Tom Gray. There was a motion to approve the Triboard minutes of January 12, 2026, January 27, 2026, and March 10, 2026, by Ana Lockwood, seconded by Tom Gray. Both sets of minutes were approved by a vote of 5-0-2. 9. Committee Reports Tom Gray states the Municipal Building Design Committee will be meeting with the Select Board on July 28, 2026, to discuss the future of the Committee. ===PAGE 4=== 10. Actions and Topics for Future Meetings There were no actions or topics to add to future agendas. 11. Important Dates & Upcoming Meetings a. Finance Committee – August 13 b. Finance Committee Public Hearing – August 27 c. Special Town Meeting – September 3 12. Public Comment There were no comments from the public. 13. Adjourn There was a motion to adjourn by Ana Lockwood, seconded by Jay Simeone. All in favor. The meeting closed at 9:34 PM. ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2026-08-13-agenda-7960.txt BOARD : finance-committee DATE : 2026-08-13 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/finance-committee/2026-08-13-agenda-7960.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-7960 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Lunenburg Finance Committee Chris Menard, Chair Tom Gray, Clerk Jay Simeone Tanya Dall Ana Lockwood Mike Rupp Peter Beardmore Thursday, Aug 13, 2026 7:00 PM Lunenburg High School / Middle School – Collaborative Room Town of Lunenburg 17 Main Street, P.O. Box 135 Lunenburg, MA 01462-0135 978.582.4139 978.582.4148 Agenda In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadcast over the Lunenburg Public Access channel and on Facebook Live on the Public Access Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access- Cable-157427270975305) and will be uploaded to the Lunenburg Access YouTube channel after the meeting. This meeting will be held in-person at the location provided on this notice. Members of the public are welcome to attend this in-person meeting. Please note that while the option for remote attendance and/or participation is being provided as a courtesy to the public, the meeting will not be suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the virtual broadcast, unless otherwise required by law. Members of the public with particular interest in any specific item on this agenda should make plans for in-person vs. virtual attendance accordingly. The following information is provided for members of the public that would like to participate in the meeting remotely: To Participate Remotely: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82195029392. From a telephone, dial the toll-free number (888) 475-4499, enter Webinar ID: 821 9502 9392. If you have not registered with Zoom you will be asked for your name and an e- mail address. Note: No participant ID is needed, just press # when asked. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak after joining the meeting. Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak. This agenda lists all topics which may be discussed at the meeting and those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. V otes may be taken because of these discussions. Not all items listed may be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent allowed by Open Meeting Law. 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Announcements 4. Public Comment 5. Town Manager & Finance Director Reports 6. Current Business a. Additional Special Town Meeting Articles (State Aid, School Athletics) b. School Finance Status (Quarterly Report, Status of Grants, Health Insurance Savings) c. Town Finance Quarterly Report d. Capital Projects Status 7. Old Business a. Financial Related Policies b. Capital Planning Representative 8. Minutes 9. Committee Reports 10. Actions and Topics for Future Meetings 11. Important Dates & Upcoming Meetings a. Finance Committee Public Hearing – Aug 27 12. Public Comment 13. Adjourn ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2026-08-27-agenda-7970.txt BOARD : finance-committee DATE : 2026-08-27 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/finance-committee/2026-08-27-agenda-7970.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08272026-7970 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Lunenburg Finance Committee Chris Menard, Chair Tom Gray, Clerk Jay Simeone Tanya Dall Ana Lockwood Mike Rupp Peter Beardmore Thursday, Aug 27, 2026 7:00 PM Lunenburg High School / Middle School – Collaborative Room Town of Lunenburg 17 Main Street, P.O. Box 135 Lunenburg, MA 01462-0135 978.582.4139 978.582.4148 Agenda In accordance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law, please be advised that this meeting is being recorded and broadcast over the Lunenburg Public Access channel and on Facebook Live on the Public Access Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Lunenburg-Public-Access- Cable-157427270975305) and will be uploaded to the Lunenburg Access YouTube channel after the meeting. This meeting will be held in-person at the location provided on this notice. Members of the public are welcome to attend this in-person meeting. Please note that while the option for remote attendance and/or participation is being provided as a courtesy to the public, the meeting will not be suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the virtual broadcast, unless otherwise required by law. Members of the public with particular interest in any specific item on this agenda should make plans for in-person vs. virtual attendance accordingly. The following information is provided for members of the public that would like to participate in the meeting remotely: To Participate Remotely: From a computer, please use the link below to join the public meeting webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82195029392. From a telephone, dial the toll-free number (888) 475-4499, enter Webinar ID: 821 9502 9392. If you have not registered with Zoom you will be asked for your name and an e- mail address. Note: No participant ID is needed, just press # when asked. Telephone users may dial *9 to request to speak after joining the meeting. Computer and app users may use the “raise hand” feature to request to speak. This agenda lists all topics which may be discussed at the meeting and those reasonably anticipated by the Chair. V otes may be taken because of these discussions. Not all items listed may be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent allowed by Open Meeting Law. 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Announcements 4. Public Comment 5. Town Manager & Finance Director Reports 6. Public Hearing a. Additional Special Town Meeting Articles (State Aid, School Athletics) 7. New Business a. Deliberation and Recommendation on Special Town Meeting Articles (potential vote) 8. Old Business a. Financial Related Policies b. Funds Balances c. Operating Protocols 9. Minutes 10. Committee Reports 11. Actions and Topics for Future Meetings 12. Important Dates & Upcoming Meetings a. Special Town Meeting – Sept 3 b. Finance Committee – Sept 10 13. Public Comment 14. Adjourn