Finance and Advisory Committee
About
The Finance and Advisory Committee (FinCom) is an essential part of Town government. Formed under the statutory requirements of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 39, Section 16, the committee is charged with considering and making reports and recommendations to the Town on any or all municipal questions. The committee is part of the legislative branch of Town government, and also makes recommendations on all warrant articles presented to Town Meeting for consideration. The Town Moderator appoints 3 positions to this committee and the Select Board appoints two positions.
The Finance and Advisory Committee usually meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm.
2026 Annual Town Meeting 4/11
FinCom Book of Recommendations – April 11, 2026 ATM
FinCom Presentation – April 11, 2026 ATM
2025 Special Town Meeting 12/9
FinCom Report – December 9, 2025 STM
FinCom Presentation – December 9, 2025 STM
2025 Special Town Meeting 7/14
FinCom_Book of Recommendations – July 14, 2025 STM
July 14, 2025 STM Zoning Proposals – Overview and Background Materials
2025 Special Town Meeting 6/9
FinCom_Book of Recommendations – June 9, 2025 STM
2025 Annual Town Meeting Resources
2025_04_05 Power Point Presentation – Cutler School
2024 Annual Town Meeting Info
2024_04_03 FY25 Capital Overview
2023 Annual Town Meeting Info
Members
| Name | Term |
|---|---|
| John McGrath Chair | 6/30/2028 |
| Alex Rindels Vice Chair | 6/30/2029 |
| Chris Woolston Secretary | 6/30/2027 |
| Lindsay Bahal Member | 6/30/2028 |
| Scott Maddern Member | 6/30/2029 |
| Vacant Alternate (non-voting) Observer Role | |
| Ben Galuza Select Board Liaison | 4/30/2027 |
Staff
| Name | Contact |
|---|---|
| John McGrath FinCom Chair | [email protected] |
