During the meeting, the principal assessor provided updates on the town’s new growth certification, which showed a slight increase to $193,698 from the earlier projection of $192,400. Despite this minor adjustment, the levy change was minimal, with a $74 difference, and the board of assessors recommended a shift to 125%. However, the board opted to keep the shift at 135%, citing the uncertainty surrounding the high school project and the desire to avoid compounding financial burdens on residents.

In other developments, the board announced the appointment of Margaret Orowski as the new executive assistant to the town administrative board, following the resignation of Sydney Beveris. The board expressed confidence in Orowski’s potential.

Additionally, the board addressed the temporary appointment of Jamie Velasquez as interim assistant town administrator for signatory authority, due to Town Administrator James Kelley’s medical leave. This appointment is strictly for signing purposes.

An upcoming vote on November 18th regarding the Old Colony high school’s funding was also emphasized, with the board encouraging community participation. They noted the importance of the vote in shaping the future of the town’s educational infrastructure.