The matter of discontinuing Beacon Street was the focal point of the meeting, with board members thoroughly examining the legal and procedural aspects of the process. The primary concern was the rights of abutters, especially in terms of access to their properties should the street be discontinued.

One member highlighted the imperative of understanding the full scope of legal implications that a discontinuance of Beacon Street could entail. The board’s deliberations revealed the nuanced nature of the issue, which extends beyond the immediate logistics of removing a street from the town’s infrastructure. The potential for future development in the area was another layer of the conversation, with some members weighing in on the buildability of lots within the vicinity and the impact on the village’s designation.

This step is intended to ensure that the discontinuation process adheres to proper protocol and safeguards the interests of all stakeholders. The board’s decision to consult with the town council underscores their commitment to a thorough and transparent process.

The topic of the SERT Commission appointment was briefly discussed, with a motion made to nominate a town representative. The board also tackled the proposal for a new subdivision on Keen Road, emphasizing the need for peer reviews to scrutinize the planning and stormwater management details of the project. The public hearing for this matter was opened, and it was announced that the Mullins Law had been invoked for this particular project, which will undergo further peer review and discussion at a continued public hearing on June 20th.

Furthermore, the meeting touched on administrative aspects, including the approval of meeting minutes from previous sessions. This procedural task, while necessary, was overshadowed by the more matters of Beacon Street and the new subdivision proposal.