State Representative, Carolyn Dykema hosted her annual Senior Picnic. This years event took place at the Faith Community Church due to some very hot weather outside. Guest Speakers at the event included Senate President, Karen Spilka, Congressman, Joe Kennedy III, Senator, Jamie Eldridge and Secretary of State, Bill Galvin. View scenes from the event below.
Hopkinton has received $15,506 back on its workers compensation and property casualty insurance costs – applicable toward premiums for the next fiscal year—thanks to an incentive program offered by the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association (MIIA), its insurance provider. Hopkinton earned the credits through proactive and voluntary participation in loss prevention and risk management activities throughout the year, conducted in partnership with MIIA.
Saddle Hill Rd will be closed from Clydesdale Rd to Equestrian Dr on 8/24 from 7am-2:30pm so crews can replace a collapsed drain pipe near #43.
Detour will be in place through Equestrian Dr, Appaloosa Cir and Clydesdale Ln.
Mike Mansir
Highway Manager
This past week, the Ballot Machines were tested at Hopkinton Town Hall for the upcoming State Primary Election. Girl Scout, Julianna Lucas was in attendance as part of her Gold Award project to encourage voting among youth. The election will take place on Tuesday, September 4th at Hopkinton Middle School. View more below.
The Town of Hopkinton is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (Finance Director)
The Town of Hopkinton is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager/Town Accountant:
The Senior Accounting Manager/Town Accountant, under the direction of the Town Manager or designee and in accordance with state statutes and town bylaws, the Senior Accounting Manager/Town Accountant is responsible for planning, controlling and directing professional accounting, auditing and reporting work for various Town departments in compliance with Massachusetts General Laws, the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and Bylaws of the Town of Hopkinton.
The Board of Selectmen met in Town Hall for the first time in over a year on August 7th. During the meeting, the Board recognized 2 Hopkinton Girl Scouts who earned the Gold Award. The Gold Award is the highest honor a Girl Scout can receive. Melissa Hayes and Grace Darkow recently received the Gold Award for completing their projects which serve to benefit the community. "Only 13 percent of Girls 14 through 17 receive the award." View scenes below!
Roadwork is scheduled on the following streets.
8/17 – West Main St (Eastbound) 9am-3pm – From Oakhurst Rd to Downey St. Paving
8/20 – West Main St (Westbound) 9am-3pm – From Oakhurst Rd to Downey St. Paving
8/21 – Castle Hill Rd – Full length. Paving
Fruit St – From Wood St to Cunningham St. Paving
Lincoln St – Full length. Paving
Please expect delays and seek alternate routes.
Mike Mansir
Highway Manager
Hopkinton Town Clerk, Connor Degan has revealed the 2018 Primary Warrant and Ballots. The election will take place on Tuesday, September 4th.
Contested races on the Democratic Party ballot include: Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Representative in Congress and District Attorney. On the Republican Ballot, contested races include: Senator in Congress, Governor and Attorney General. View the full Ballot and signed Warrant above.
Please be advised that a required fire flow test will be done on Legacy Farm North, tomorrow at approximately 9 AM. You may notice some discoloration after the test is complete and you may need to flush your cold water line to help clear the pipes.
