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Hopkinton board authorizes up to $300,000 bond for 2026 Western Star plow truck
Summary
The Hopkinton Town Board adopted a bond resolution Sept. 15 authorizing up to $300,000 in serial bonds or notes to finance the purchase of a 2026 Western Star plow truck; the resolution delegates bond issuance authority to the Supervisor and is subject to a permissive referendum.
The Hopkinton Town Board on Sept. 15 adopted a bond resolution authorizing the issuance of obligations not to exceed $300,000 to pay the costs of purchasing a 2026 Western Star plow truck for the town.
Councilperson Vickie French introduced the resolution, seconded by Councilperson Ricky Eakins; the resolution text states the town “desires to adopt a resolution authorizing the issuance of obligations of the Town of Hopkinton... in the sum of $300,000.00 for the purpose of paying the costs of the purchase of a 2026 Western Star plow truck for the Town” and delegates authority to the Town Supervisor to effectuate issuance and related financing arrangements. The resolution is subject to a permissive referendum under the Local Finance Law.
The resolution record, signed by Town Clerk Kristen Chevier, shows Ayes from Supervisor Susan Wood and Councilpersons Eakins, French, Rust and Votra. The board’s action also authorizes the Supervisor to pursue grants and other financing options, including applications to federal and state programs listed in the resolution.
The board did not set final financing terms at the meeting; the resolution gives the Supervisor authority to prescribe terms, execute bond anticipation notes if needed, and apply for necessary approvals. The permissive‑referendum provision means the financing may be challenged in a referendum if legal thresholds are met within the statutory window.
