Select Board

Select Board Member History

The mission of the Select Board is to ensure the highest possible quality of management and leadership with regard to the community’s use of its human, physical and fiscal resources. To achieve its mission the Select Board shall employ a Town Manager and shall maintain a working relationship according to the highest possible standards of Town leadership and development. The Board shall set policy and strategic direction for the community, and the Manager shall implement Board policy through town employees. The Board shall hear all appeals and special problems which have not been resolved at management levels and shall render decisions based on the best interests of the community as a whole. The Board shall also function as the licensing authority of the Town and render decisions regarding the issuance of all licenses based on the best interest of the community as a whole.

On April 14, 2025, the Select Board adopted a strategic plan which contained the following Mission, Vision, and Guiding Principles Statement.

Mission Statement

Chelmsford is a welcoming, prosperous, and sustainable community, rooted in history and community values. We are committed to delivering excellence in education, public safety, and essential services, while ensuring fiscal responsibility and a high quality of life.

Vision Statement

The Town of Chelmsford strives to be a livable, diverse, welcoming, and multigenerational community, honoring our history while adapting to a dynamic environment. Our residents enjoy excellence in education, access to open space, and a vibrant, sustainable quality of life.

Guiding Principles

Dynamic: We seek forward-thinking and creative approaches to problem-solving, fostering innovation while maintaining a strong foundation for long-term sustainability and success.

Inclusivity and Engagement: We strive to be respectful and embrace our community members’ diverse backgrounds and ideas to create a welcoming environment, where all contribute to achieving the Town’s vision.

Integrity: We are transparent and accountable to our community, fulfilling our responsibilities with unwavering moral principles.

Responsibility: We uphold fiscal responsibility and dedicated stewardship, nurturing and protecting the community’s resources and assets.

• Select Board Goals
• Select Board Liaison Assignments
• Tax Classification Presentations
• Vision and Values Statement
• Request for Monuments/Memorials Form
• Strategic Plan Fiscal Year 2026 - 2030