Grateful for Your Trust.
Thank you, Mendon. I am deeply honored to have earned the highest vote count in the 2026 Town Election and your renewed confidence in my leadership. Your support means everything — and I will continue working every day to deliver the transparent, accountable government our town deserves. This isn't my victory; it's Mendon's.
Mendon Roots.
Professional Expertise.
Community Service.
Jason Kuter has called Mendon home since 2014. He's raised his family here, coached, and served on youth boards and in scouting throughout — including as local Scoutmaster (2016-2023) — and is currently co-chairing the “100 Years of Scouting in Mendon” 2026 celebration. Jason is deeply rooted in the success of our town.
He currently serves as Chair of the Mendon Select Board — an elected office he holds today, not a future promise. The town's official Select Board page lists agendas, approved minutes, and board contact information.
By day, Jason is a Principal Architect at MathWorks, managing complex cloud migrations and enterprise infrastructure. When town budgets scale into the millions, you need a leader with a disciplined, data-driven analytical mind who understands how to maximize every taxpayer dollar without compromising quality.
As a former public school science and computer science teacher, Jason inherently understands the challenges facing public education. His firsthand classroom experience is why he fiercely advocates for the Mendon-Upton Regional School District, ensuring our students get the support they need to succeed.
Elected to Select Board
May 2023 — Mendon voters elected Jason on a platform of transparent, accountable government and community investment.
Elected Chair by Peers
2025 — Jason's fellow board members named him Chair during the annual board reorganization — a recognition earned, not appointed.
Re-Elected with Highest Vote Count
May 2026 — Mendon voters renewed their confidence, returning Jason to the Select Board with the highest vote count in the election.
Results for Mendon
Real actions, real outcomes — here's what we've accomplished together.
Balanced Budgets, Preserved Services
Delivered balanced town budgets across my full term while maintaining essential services for all 6,515 Mendon residents — no service cuts, no fiscal surprises.
Town Employee Compensation Studies
Commissioned comprehensive compensation studies to ensure Mendon's town employees receive fair, competitive pay — a critical investment in retaining talented public servants.
AG-Approved Bylaw Modernization
All bylaw changes from the May 2, 2025 Annual Town Meeting received Massachusetts Attorney General approval on July 30, 2025 — demonstrating rigorous, legally-sound governance.
Library Paving & Digital Inclusion
Completed the Mendon Public Library paving project (Spring 2025) and launched a digital inclusion survey in partnership with CMRPC to identify connectivity gaps across our community.
Taft Orchard Development Study
Led the feasibility study for the Taft Orchard property — a potential 35-unit age-restricted mixed-use development projected to generate approximately $187,000 in new annual tax revenue for Mendon.
Elected Chair by Fellow Board Members
During the 2025 Select Board reorganization, my colleagues elected me Chair — a recognition of consistent, principled leadership earned over three years of service.
My Priorities
Transparent & Accountable
Open government is a commitment I renew every day. I actively publish board decisions, maintain perfect attendance at public meetings, and spearheaded the General Bylaws Review to ensure residents always know how their town operates. Your trust demands nothing less.
Smart Housing Strategy
Mendon is thriving, and managing growth responsibly is essential. By guiding the Taft Orchard study and protecting the Housing Authority's vulnerable populations, we're ensuring that development is strategic, sustainable, and serves Mendon's long-term interests.
Educational Excellence
A 95% graduation rate doesn't happen by accident. As a former teacher, I know what it takes to succeed in the classroom. I continue to advocate for sustainable school funding while holding the administration accountable for results that serve every Mendon student.
Defending Mendon's Character
With our population growing at 1.15% annually, Mendon is changing. Smart growth means holding the line against overdevelopment while preserving the green spaces, historic charm, and rural character that make our 1667 “Mother Town” worth protecting.
Prioritizing Public Safety
Public safety remains my top priority. I've supported strategic hires in our police force, invested in employee morale across town departments, and continue to advocate for programs that allow Mendon's seniors to safely age in the community they helped build.
Get Involved in Mendon
Attend Select Board Meetings
Select Board meetings are open to the public and are one of the best ways to stay informed and make your voice heard. Check the town website for upcoming meeting dates, agendas, and minutes.
Serve Your Community
Mendon thrives when residents step up. Volunteer for a town board or committee, attend Town Meeting, or simply share your ideas with the Select Board. Local government works best when you're part of it.
Stay Connected
Sign up for town email alerts and follow the Select Board agenda to stay in the loop on decisions that affect your neighborhood.
Questions or Ideas?
Contact me — I welcome your input and want to hear from you.