My regular first Friday office hours got postponed by a medical malpractice trial in Northampton that just ended today, so I am doing my September office hours tomorrow at The Center from 9:00 to 10:00 AM.
Residents are welcome to stop by to talk in person about any town matters.
Residents can also have coffee and see the Council on Aging in action (a vibrant organization with lots going on).
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I am doing a medmal trial in Northampton and will not be back until next week.
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No Select Board Office Hours this Friday due to my starting a trial tomorrow in the Hampshire Superior Court. I will instead hold the office hours on Friday, 9/12.
Residents are welcome to stop by to talk in person about any town matters. Residents can also have coffee and see the Council on Aging in action (a vibrant organization with lots going on).
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Also from Sen. Rausch’s office –
Hello,
I hope this email finds you well.
State Senator Becca Rausch invites you to join her upcoming Small Business Roundtable, which will be held on Friday, September 26th from 10:00am-11:00am in Needham. We also encourage you to share this email with local businesses in your community!
This round table discussion will include the Senator, small business owners in the community, and feature special guest Senator Michael Rodrigues,Chair of the Senate Ways & Means committee. Senator Rodrigues will share information on latest state budgets and his perspective on the Massachusetts small business economy.
We hope to learn more about the strengths and challenges within the regional economy, connect small business leaders with each other, and share more about the Senator’s work on Beacon Hill. If you are interested, please respond to this email (aidan.doherty@masenate.gov).
We hope you can join us next month. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Best,
Aidan
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From Senator Rausch’s office –
Good morning all!
I hope everyone’s August is wrapping up well. I am following up on our invitation to the upcoming Snacks with the Senator event next week!
We ask that you spread the word to folks who may be interested! Feel free to pass along this email and the attached flyer where you see fit. If folks plan to join, please direct them to RSVP here
Best,
Aidan
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Aidan Doherty, District Director
Office of Senator Becca Rausch
(617) 722-1555
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From Fritz Fleischmann of the Green Sanctuary Committee at First Parish –
Dear Members of the Select Board,
This is Fritz Fleischmann, a resident of Medfield. I am writing to ask for the Select Board’s continuing support of an initiative the Board endorsed unanimously in 2015.
Ten years ago, the Green Sanctuary Committee at First Parish started a campaign to educate Medfield residents about the State’s anti-idling statute and to encourage them to stop unnecessary idling of their cars. This campaign was co-sponsored by the Medfield Police Department, the School Committee, the Board of Health, as well as civic organizations, and it was endorsed by the (then) Board of Selectmen, who authorized the installation of anti-idling signs in front of public buildings – you will have seen some of these around town.
Today, while the Commonwealth experiences an increase in childhood asthma and the climate crisis has worsened, there is ample evidence that most citizens are still unaware of the statute and the many reasons for it. However, environmental consciousness has also increased: the network of Sustainable Medfield currently includes over two dozen affiliated organizations and groups. And it is with the support of Sustainable Medfield that we are now resurrecting our original campaign, further supported by the Police Department and the Board of Health. Our shared goal is not to penalize but to educate the public.
Importantly, this time around we are working in partnership with the schools. Experience in other towns shows that young people can have significant influence over their parents – persuading them to stop idling, for instance, while waiting in line to pick them up. Our initiative can also provide learning opportunities for students, generate project ideas, and strengthen community. With the beginning of the new school year, Superintendent Dr. Marsden and the principals will inform parents about the Massachusetts statute and ask them not to idle their engines outside a school building. Sustainable Medfield has chosen this anti-idling initiative as the “Action of the Quarter” for the fall.
In 2015, we created a flyer for distribution around town (see attached), and we are currently updating it for today’s use. As part of this effort, we are asking everyone who endorsed us ten years ago to affirm their endorsement for this renewed initiative. With this letter we ask you, the members of the Select Board, to give us your formal endorsement again.
Thank for your attention, and for all your hard work in service to the residents of Medfield.
Fritz Fleischmann
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From the School Building Committee –
 Welcome To The MSBC Newsletter! We are working hard to share SBC news to all community members. You can help us by sharing this link to our email newsletters and/or directing people to sign up on our Town webpage. THANK YOU! https://conta.cc/3NBHyfc (8/20/2025) In this issue: Short video of 8/20 meeting August UpdateNeighborhood Captains Next Meeting: SBC Meetings: Meetings take place in the Public Safety Building @ 7:00 PM in person and on ZOOM. All community members are welcome! Regular monthly meeting September 3rd @ 7:00 in the Public Safety Building  For over 80 years, the Dale Street School has been a place of learning for Medfield students. It was built as a High School in 1942 with a major addition added in 1962 when it became an Elementary School. The School Building Committee, created in 2023, is charged with figuring out whether the community wants to build a new elementary school or do an addition/renovation of the current building. It’s time to modernize our educational facility! AUGUST UPDATE At the August meeting the SBC discussed next steps as we wait for the MSBA to review and approve the various documents submitted in June for Module One. The SBC will host a booth on Medfield Day- Saturday, September 27th, 10:00-4:00. Our booth will be located behind the Town House. Please stop by with any questions, and/or thoughts as we move ahead with a future elementary school building project. Do you have a question for the SBC? In preparation for our Medfield Day booth, the SBC is putting together a brief “Current Questions” handout. If you have a question that you would like answered please send an email to: casey_sbc@medfield.net. MSBA NEXT STEPS After the MSBA reviews and accepts all of our submitted documents for Module One, the SBC will be invited to a MSBA Board meeting to begin Module Two. Module Two is when the Feasibility Process begins. Module Two begins with the hiring of an OPM (Owner’s Project Manager). We will let you know as soon as we hear back from the MSBA about our status. This process of moving to Module Two may take a few months. NEIGHBORHOOD CAPTAINS The Neighborhood Captains will meet in the next few weeks to focus on Medfield Day and building community involvement. If you think this is a way that you could help the SBC, please send a brief email with your name and address to Carolyn Casey@ casey_sbc@medfield.net. SBC Video Update 8/20/2025 Click to view a short video with an update from the August 20th meeting. All of the SBC updates and meeting packet materials can be found on the Town webpage by clicking Medfield School Building Committee in the menu under Government. Missed a SBC meeting? Use this link to view previous meetings. Previous SBC Meetings (9/2024-2025) Previous SBC Meetings (2023-8/2024) Missed an issue of the SBC News Update? Click the links below for previous issues. 6/4/2025 5/7/2025 4/2/2025 3/5/2025 2/5/2025 1/8/2025 12/11/2024 11/6/2024 10/30/2024 Sign up for information from the Medfield School Building Committee! Do you want to stay informed on the proposed new elementary school project? The MSBC is making it even easier for you! Sign up for our email newsletter today! Let’s go!     |
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From the Medfield Energy Committee –
The Medfield Energy Committee held a public forum on June 30th to discuss a new building energy code known as the Specialized Code. Medfield residents will likely be asked to vote on adoption of the Specialized Code at Town Meeting in 2026, and MEC is starting early to educate the public on this topic. Fifty-five other towns in Massachusetts have already chosen to adopt this code.
The Specialized Code requires new construction to be built to increased energy efficiency standards. It is very important to note that the Specialized Code DOES NOT affect any existing homes, renovations/additions to homes, or historic homes. Under the Specialized Code, new buildings can comply by being built all-electric (meaning no oil, gas, or propane fuel is used anywhere in the home). If a new building’s design includes the use of some fossil fuels for heating, cooking, etc., this is still allowable under the Specialized Code, but the code requires that such buildings be pre-wired for future electrification, and to have on-site solar generation.
The Medfield Energy Committee supports adoption of the Specialized Code, given that it is an opportunity to ensure that new buildings in town are built to the best available energy efficiency standards. Additionally, state funding is available to towns that have adopted the Specialized Code and fulfilled other requirements, as part of the Climate Leaders Program, the next tier of the Green communities program. Medfield has already received $666,000 in funding under the state’s Green Communities program, and would be eligible for continued and enhanced funding opportunities as a Climate Leaders community. These grants have allowed Medfield to install energy efficient upgrades in municipal buildings and schools when equipment needed replacing, leading to energy savings and reduced carbon emissions.
At the forum on June 30th, attendees viewed a previously recorded presentation given by representatives of the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources. Audience feedback was favorable to adopting the Specialized Code in Medfield, with commenters citing the overall cost savings to consumers, the opportunity for continued grant funding to the town, and the importance of addressing climate change. The DOER presentation was recorded on June 17th before the Medfield Select Board and can be view ed on Medfield TV, starting at 1:17hours. Select Board Members raised concerns about additional regulations placing a burden on builders.
The Medfield Energy Committee will continue to seek feedback from stakeholders as we approach our next Town Meeting in 2026. MEC can be reached at medfieldenergycomm@medfield.net, and monthly public meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month.
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From Katie Duval at Medfield TV –
Why did the scarecrow win an award? It was outstanding in its field!
Fall is just around the corner and Medfield TV’s 3rd Annual Scarecrow Spooktacular festival is back on Saturday, October 18th from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at a NEW LOCATION – Hinkley Park in Medfield, MA. Get ready for this free and fa-boo-lous all-ages event!
Local businesses, crafters, and artisans are encouraged to show off their goods by reserving space for a booth. Medfield TV is offering a $75 “Early Bird Special”. Registration increases to $100 on September 19th. Save $25 by registering today at www.medfield.tv/scarecow
Sponsorships are also available until September 5th. Email Katie Duval at scarecrow@medfield.tv if you’re interested in sponsoring this fundraiser.
The Scarecrow Contest registration is also open now! Individuals/families, nonprofits, and businesses can register at www.medfield.tv/scarecrow through October 15th. Don’t ghost us! Let’s have a skele-ton of fun!
Medfield TV is a 501(c)3 non-profit community media center serving the residents of Medfield. All proceeds from the event support the organization’s mission to provide media access and education to Medfield residents, students, and employees. For more information, visit www.medfield.tv or follow us @medfieldtv on social media.
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Per US NEWS & WORLD REPORT, as reported in the PATCH –
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