Lakeville Select Board Discusses Failed Old Colony Election and Upcoming Town Meeting
- Meeting Overview:
In the recent Lakeville Select Board meeting, the failed Old Colony election and preparations for a special town meeting were the primary focuses. The board discussed the implications of the election results, which saw the proposal defeated by a significant margin both in Lakeville and district-wide, and outlined the process for the upcoming special town meeting scheduled for July 27, 2026.
The board addressed the Old Colony election in which Lakeville voters cast 680 yes votes against 903 no votes. District-wide, the proposal failed with 62% of voters opposing it. With only 15% voter turnout in Lakeville, the board discussed the need for future strategies but did not yet have a concrete plan. The town administrator mentioned that a meeting with the district is expected to explore next steps for addressing capital needs.
Preparations for the special town meeting were a key agenda item. The meeting is set for July 27, 2026, and the board voted to open the warrant on June 23, 2026, with a closing date of July 2, 2026. This period allows citizens, boards, and committees to submit articles for consideration. A review of the articles will occur at the board’s July 7 meeting, followed by a warrant review on July 21.
City Council Officials:
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Meeting Type:
City Council
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
06/23/2026
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Recording Published:
06/26/2026
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Duration:
11 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Plymouth County
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Towns:
Lakeville
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