Article 37: To see if the Town of Northborough will vote to appropriate, borrow, or transfer from available funds an amount of Five Million Five Hundred Eighty-Three Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Two Dollars ($5,583,152), which does not include the One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000) that was already appropriated for feasibility study and schematic design, for the purpose of paying costs of final roof design, project management, and construction services for the Marion E. Zeh Elementary School Roof Replacement Project, 33 Howard Street, which proposed repair project would materially extend the useful life of the school and preserve an asset that otherwise is capable of supporting the required educational program and for which the Town of Northborough may be eligible for a school construction grant from the Massachusetts School Building Authority (“MSBA”).


Explanation: This article provides funding for the replacement of the roof at Marion E. Zeh Elementary School, which has exceeded its design life and is showing signs of deterioration, including water infiltration, insulation degradation, and seam failures. The project includes final design, project management, and construction services necessary to complete a full roof replacement. Replacing the roof will help protect the building from further damage, preserve the facility, and extend its useful life.
This project is being advanced through the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Accelerated Repair Program (ARP). If approved by the MSBA, the Town may be eligible for partial reimbursement of project costs. Any reimbursement is subject to MSBA approval and will not exceed 48.68% of eligible project costs or the maximum grant amount determined by the MSBA. Any remaining costs will be the responsibility of the Town.
 

Votes Needed to Pass: 2/3 Majority

Brief Video Explanation From Superintendent Greg Martineau

Financial Planning Committee Vote: February 19, 2026 (Minutes)

Appropriations Committee Vote: March 26, 2026 (Minutes)

Select Board Vote: April 6, 2026

Northborough School Committee Discussions 

For meeting minutes and materials, please visit the Northborough School Committee web site.

January 7, 2026 (Project Update)

February 4, 2026 (Project Update)

March 4, 2026 (Project Update and Response to Financial Planning Questions)

March 30, 2026 (Project Update)