Author: Amy Ritterbusch

Zoning Articles Proposed for 2019 Annual Town Meeting

Zoning Articles Proposed for 2019 Annual Town Meeting

Fourteen proposed zoning changes have been submitted into the 2019 annual town meeting warrant. The Planning Board is required by law to hold a public hearing on every zoning bylaw and zoning map change. The public hearing date of each is noted below. The draft language of the Planning 

Special Town Meeting Results 2-11-19

Special Town Meeting Results 2-11-19

Unofficial results from Annual Town Meeting 2-11-19: Read the Special Town Meeting Warrant Read the Motions Document Town Meeting Google Drive Folder Article 1 Unpaid Bills from a Previous Fiscal Year – a 9/10th majority is required. PASSED 158 YES 3 NO Article 2 Supplemental 

Town Election Candidates Needed

Town Election Candidates Needed

Considering running for local office, but don’t know where to begin? To become a candidate a person must either obtain and submit nomination papers by securing the signatures of 50 Hopkinton registered voters by Monday, April 1; or a person may qualify by being the 

Meet our 2019 Marathon Runner – Chris Hart!

Meet our 2019 Marathon Runner – Chris Hart!

We are very excited to announce that Hopkinton’s own, Chris Hart, will be running the 2019 Boston Marathon for eHop! Thank you Chris, we can’t wait to cheer you on! To all who appreciate our news and forums, please consider making a donation. Thank you! https://www.gofundme.com/chris-hart039s-and-ehop-2019-boston-marathon-run

Weekly Roundup for 12/23/18

Weekly Roundup for 12/23/18

eHop announces their 2019 Marathon runner Chris Hart • Details about Tuesday’s storm damage • HPD running crosswalk enforcement • New Winter Farmer’s Market in Hopkinton • Lack of restaurant employees in Hopkinton & Metrowest • Man struck by a car in downtown Hopkinton We 

School Committee Budget Update 11/15/18

School Committee Budget Update 11/15/18

At their November 15 meeting, the School Committee heard FY20 budget presentations from the following departments. The documents are linked below and the meeting video is available on the HCAM YouTube Channel. Technology FY20 HPS Technology Budget Summary Building & Grounds FY20 HPS Buildings & Grounds Budget 

Board of Selectmen Actions Taken 11/13/18

Board of Selectmen Actions Taken 11/13/18

Single tax rate approved for FY19 • FY18 Annual Reviews of the Town Manager, Fire Chief and Police Chief • FY19 Goals for Town Manager The meeting video is available on the HCAM YouTube Channel and the Actions Taken are posted below. 1. i. MINUTES 

Weekly News Roundup for 11/11/18

Weekly News Roundup for 11/11/18

This Week: Election Results • Preliminary School Budget • DPW Facility Dedication • Winter Parking Ban Reminder • Mobil Station Expansion • Center School Re-Use Updates

Board of Selectmen 11/13/18

Board of Selectmen 11/13/18

The proposed tax rate for Fiscal Year 2019 is $17.17 per thousand of valuation. The Board of Assessors and the Principal Assessor will appear before the Board of Selectmen on 11/13/18 to present information to assist the Selectmen in making decisions in reference to property tax options.

Vote Tuesday, November 6 – See What’s on the Ballot in Hopkinton

Vote Tuesday, November 6 – See What’s on the Ballot in Hopkinton

There is no school on Tuesday, November 6 due to a Teacher Professional Day timed as usual to coincide with election day. Because the polls are located at the Middle School, this reduces parking & traffic congestion and increases student safety on this busy day. 

Hopkinton School Enrollment Surpasses Projections Yet Again

Hopkinton School Enrollment Surpasses Projections Yet Again

Hopkinton Public Schools total PK-12 enrollment stands at 3,721 as of August 31, 2018, which is an increase of 200 students over last year and surpasses the most recent projection by 189 students. Last year NESDEC projections showed that enrollment would not be this high until 

State Primary Election – Vote Tuesday 9/4/18

State Primary Election – Vote Tuesday 9/4/18

The Massachusetts State Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, September 4. All Hopkinton precincts vote at the Hopkinton Middle School Brown Gym, 88 Hayden Rowe St, Hopkinton, enter by Grove Street. Polls are open 7:00am-8:00pm. For more information please visit the Town Clerk’s page on