What matters now is what happens next

Contact the Stoneham Select Board

Your Select Board members are elected to represent you, and direct communication is both your right and an effective way to make your voice heard. When calling or emailing, say who you are, what's important to you, and request a new override. If you voted No on April 1st, mention it--you are an important voice for compromise!

Under the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law, board members are prohibited from discussing town business with one-another outside of a public meeting. As such, we encourage you to use the "BCC" field if emailing multiple board members at once. This ensures that each member receives their own copy of the email that they can address independently of the others.

Contact the Finance and Advisory Board

Your Finance and Advisory Board members are responsible for reviewing fiscal and capital matters for the town. Direct communication is both your right and an effective way to make your voice heard. When calling or emailing, briefly introduce yourself as a town resident, clearly state your concern, and be specific about what action you'd like them to take.

Contact the Stoneham School Committee

Your Stoneham School Committee serves as the community's voice in the school district, ensuring the schools operate effectively while reflecting the values and priorities of the community. Direct communication is both your right and an effective way to make your voice heard. When calling or emailing, briefly introduce yourself as a town resident, clearly state your reason for contacting them, and be specific about what action you'd like them to take. Remember that School Committee members are your neighbors serving the community, so a respectful, concise approach is most effective.

Contact Your State Representatives

Your state representative and senator are powerful advocates who can address issues affecting your community at the state level. Don't hesitate to reach out directly by phone or email—these elected officials maintain local offices specifically to serve constituents like you. When making contact, briefly identify yourself as a voter in their district, clearly explain your concern, and be specific about how they might help. Most state legislators track constituent communications carefully and assign staff to respond to inquiries. Even a simple phone call or email can influence their position on pending legislation, help resolve problems with state agencies, or bring attention to community needs that might otherwise go unaddressed.