eHop Updates

Town Election Update – Caucuses coming up 4/12

Town Election Update – Caucuses coming up 4/12

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 2; or a person may qualify by being the top vote-getter in one of the town political party caucuses.  The Democratic and Republican town 

Recap of eHop’s Spotlight Forum on Town Growth & Development

Recap of eHop’s Spotlight Forum on Town Growth & Development

On March 22, 2018 eHop hosted a public forum on Town Growth and Development attended by a standing room only crowd.  The forum provided a high-level snapshot of Hopkinton’s dramatic population growth, the impact on our budget and services, and information on how residents can 

How to Stay Informed & Engaged with Town Government

How to Stay Informed & Engaged with Town Government

Who Shapes Land Use and Development Mass General Laws: Wetlands Protection Act Subdivision Control Community Preservation Act Open Space Preservation Fund Annual Town Election – Vote on: Selectmen Planning Board School Committee Annual Town Meeting – Vote on: General Bylaw changes Zoning Bylaw changes Usage 

Town Growth & Development Forum Resources

Town Growth & Development Forum Resources

Hopkinton Master Documents: Hopkinton Master Plan Open Space & Recreation Plan Town Bylaws Town Zoning Bylaws Town Charter Town Annual Reports About Boards and Committees that Shape Land Use: Check out the eHop “Did You Know?” series for information on Town boards and committees, including: 

FY19 Joint Budget Working Session

FY19 Joint Budget Working Session

Tuesday, March 20 at 6:30 PM HCAM-TV, 77 Main St (lower level), Hopkinton The next joint FY19 Budget working session for the Selectmen and School Committee is coming up this Tuesday. Previously at the March 9 working session, the town and school department heads were asked 

Preview of eHop Spotlight on Town Growth & Development

Preview of eHop Spotlight on Town Growth & Development

New Date: Thursday, March 22 at 7:00 PM Hopkinton Center for the Arts, 98 Hayden Rowe St. Join us for a public forum on Town Growth and Development on Thursday 3/22. The forum will provide a unique opportunity for residents and town leaders to listen 

FY19 Budget Joint Meeting

FY19 Budget Joint Meeting

New Date & Location Due to Weather Forecast: Friday, March 9 at 3:00 PM Temporary Town Hall, 80 South St. The meeting will NOT be recorded by HCAM-TV Update: The meeting was recorded after all, here is the link to the video. Wednesday, March 7 at 

Community Safety Forum

Community Safety Forum

Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 7:00 PM Hopkinton High School Auditorium In response to community concerns about current safety measures and procedures in the schools and town, the School Administration, Chief of Police, Fire Chief and Director of Youth and Family Services will host a 

Hopkinton 101

Hopkinton 101

Saturday, March 10 at 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Hopkinton Public Library, 13 Main Street This community fair style event will feature various Town of Hopkinton departments, boards, and committees, as well as local nonprofits. New and longtime residents can learn more about the services and 

Planning Board – Did You Know?

Planning Board – Did You Know?

The Planning Board consists of nine members, elected for five-year terms on a rotating basis. The Board typically meets every second and fourth Monday of the month. The board may choose to schedule site walks as needed, typically on Saturday mornings. Check the town calendar 

Zoning Advisory Committee – Did You Know?

Zoning Advisory Committee – Did You Know?

The Zoning Advisory Committee is appointed by the Planning Board every year, typically in September. The purpose of the ZAC is to review and develop proposals for zoning bylaw and zoning map amendments, and to make recommendations to the Planning Board in preparation for Annual 

Design Review Board – Did You Know?

Design Review Board – Did You Know?

The Design Review Board is appointed by the Planning Board with terms expiring annually on July 31. Members consist of the following: (1) Chairman of the Planning Board or his/her designee. (2) One person qualified by training and experience in the fine arts or landscape