BCAT News

As the deadline for nomination papers draws closer, we are starting to get a clearer picture of what this year’s town election will look like.

The race for two open-seats on the School Committee includes two incumbents and two newcomers. Newcomer Hilary Kleck has pulled papers, joining fellow newcomer Aaron Reeves, and Current Vice Chair Katherine Bond and Jeremy Brooks who are seeking a third and second term respectively.

While it’s still early, a few seats for Town Meeting are also currently contested.

Over in Precinct One, newcomers Vance Huntoon and Craig MacElhiney are vying for a single, two-year seat. In Precinct Six, eight residents have pulled papers for six three-year seats. Incumbents include Ryan Clement, John Iler, Blaise Leeber, Rose Manni, and Edward Parsons. Newcomers include Erika Maguire, Karmela Schmaelze, and Adrianne Simone.

Meanwhile in the race for Board of Health, longtime member Maribeth Welch has decided to not seek re-election. Welch was recently recognized by the Board at their recent meeting. As of right now, only newcomer Orisa Hanushevsky has pulled papers for Welch’s vacated seat.

You can see full lists of who has pulled papers, and open seats on the Town Clerk’s website. Friday February 20 will be the last day to file nomination papers with the Board of Registrars. The Annual Town Election will take place on Saturday April 11 with polls open at Burlington High School from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.  Stay tuned to BNEWS for more election updates in the coming months.

Residents that have not already done so, the last day to register to vote in Burlington in time for this year’s election is Wednesday April 1. Registering to vote has never been easier. Click here to learn more. When heading to the polls, residents can receive a unique “I Voted” sticker.

The winner of this year’s contest was designed by Reid Calandrelli and features the town gazebo. A runner-up design was also selected, and both stickers will be handed out to voters.