Whately Select Board Advances Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Adjusts Town Meeting Agenda

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Whately Select Board approved the proposal from the Electric Vehicle Committee to install Level 3 fast chargers on municipal property, discussed significant amendments to the town meeting agenda, and appointed a new Community Development Administrator.

Shutesbury Faces Challenges in Transitioning Town Administrator as Infrastructure and Historic Preservation Take Center Stage

Overview: During the latest Shutesbury Select Board meeting, discussions focused intensely on the transition plan for appointing an interim Town Administrator.

Conway Selectboard Approves New CDL Driver and Plans for Environmental Initiatives

Overview: The Conway Selectboard meeting held on October 21st covered several topics, including the hiring of a new CDL driver for the highway department, the approval of a contract for a street light study, and discussions on environmental initiatives and tax work-off program parameters. The board unanimously approved the hiring of Raymond Miscavage as a CDL driver, discussed measures for invasive species management, and decided on the maintenance strategy for Bigalow Meadow.

Shutesbury Lake Wyola Advisory Committee Debates Public Participation and Compliance Issues

Overview: The Shutesbury Lake Wyola Advisory Committee meeting on October 19 focused on enhancing public participation in committee proceedings and navigating regulatory compliance related to dam maintenance. The meeting also addressed updates from the Storm Water Erosion Task Force and water quality testing.

Shutesbury School Committee Celebrates School of Distinction Honor Amid Budget Discussions

Overview: The Shutesbury School Committee recently convened to address issues, including the school’s recognition as a “School of Distinction,” budgetary planning for the upcoming fiscal year, and policy updates.