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Thank You for a Successful Town Meeting

I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this year’s Annual Town Meeting such a meaningful and successful event. To the many residents who showed up, spoke up, voted, and participated—your engagement is what keeps Sudbury’s democracy strong. I’m especially grateful to our dedicated Town staff and tireless volunteers whose behind-the-scenes…

ByJanie DretlerMay 23, 2025

Defeat Article 27 at Sudbury Town Meeting – Block Imposition of the Optional Stretch Energy Code

Article 27 should be defeated. It would impose harsh new energy codes on Sudbury, its residents, the Town and businesses. It’s part of the effort to coerce electrification and to punish financially those who choose to use other fuels like natural gas, propane, fuel oil and wood. If these codes are adopted, builders of new…

ByHank SorettMay 2, 2025

Why I Am Voting Yes on Article 27: Opt-In Specialized Stretch Code

Next week Sudbury will hold our annual Town Meeting. Article 27 would have Sudbury adopt the Opt-In Specialized Stretch Code which builds on the efficiency and clean building standards that already exist in the Building Code that is already used in Sudbury when construction and renovations of buildings happen. I urge anyone attending Town Meeting…

ByMatt JenningsMay 2, 2025

LWV Supports 20 Warrant Articles at Town Meeting

Submission from Linda Smith and Bonnie Glass, co-presidents, League of Women Voters of Sudbury The League of Women Voters of Sudbury supports 20 articles on the Annual Town Meeting warrant, based on local, state and national LWV positions. The League opposes two warrant articles proposed by citizen petitions, Article 54 to decrease the…

ByThe League of Women Voters of SudburyMay 1, 2025

Sudbury Needs a Partnership with a Vocational School. Here’s Why.

Submitted by Jameson A, Rowan C, Ashlyn D, Wyatt D, eighth graders at Curtis Middle School. Children of Sudbury don’t have the option to go to a vocational / technical high school without a proper partnership. This has led to difficulty for students that want to explore hands-on learning. In 2016, Sudbury ended its…

ByContributorMay 1, 2025

RE-ELECT ROBERT (“BOB”) SHELDON WATER COMMISSIONER, SUDBURY WATER DISTRICT

I am dedicated to the continued success of the District, helping to provide you with a sustainable supply of clean, safe, and affordable drinking water. I look forward to continuing my service to the District for another three years and would be honored to receive your vote! I’m your neighbor and incumbent Water Commissioner,…

ByRobert SheldonApril 29, 2025

The Sudbury Housing Authority voted to Indefinitely Postpone Article 46

The Sudbury Housing Authority is proposing to modernize four of its oldest properties by redeveloping these single family homes into two family homes. The dual goal of the SHA is to create additional homes for the smaller families on its waiting list and to turn its aging assets into modern, energy-efficient and attractive properties. To…

ByAmy LepakApril 22, 2025

Article 54 is a Disservice to Sudbury — Vote No

By Janie Dretler, Member, Sudbury Select Board - I am writing this as an individual member of the Sudbury Select Board. These views are my own. Article 54 — a citizen petition to cut Sudbury’s Community Preservation Act (CPA) surcharge from 3% to 1.5% — is not just misguided. It is shortsighted, reckless, and…

ByJanie DretlerApril 18, 2025

A Letter Regarding the Select Board Vote to Not Support Article 46 – A Call for Responsible Affordable Housing

Dear Select Board, Finance Committee, and Sudbury Residents Thank you to the Select Board for your decision to not support Article 46. Residents of Sudbury appreciate your thoughtful questioning of the Sudbury Housing Authority’s proposed duplex project, comments about the sentiments of the community, acknowledgement that alternative options were not explored, lack of financial clarity/prudence…

ByCJ DavisApril 4, 2025

Sudbury’s Clear Voice: A Stronger, Thriving Town – Together

Dear Sudbury, My heartfelt thanks and warm regards to all the candidates who stepped forward with passion, dedication, and conviction to serve our town. Democracy in Sudbury unfolded with its quiet strength, as neighbors made thoughtful choices that reflect both care and commitment to our shared future. Thank you to Kevin Matthews…

ByRadha GargeyaApril 4, 2025

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