The most notable topic discussed was the unauthorized alteration of a perennial stream on town property by a local farmer who filled in the stream to create a crossing for sheep. The council decided to issue an enforcement order, requiring the landowner to hire an environmental consultant by March 12, 2025. The consultant is tasked with establishing a plan by April 10, 2025, and ensuring the restoration of the stream area by July 18, 2025. The council emphasized the importance of rectifying the situation to preserve the town’s environmental integrity, noting that the stream had been filled with various materials, including rocks and feed bags. The enforcement order outlines clear deadlines and steps for restoration, including monitoring the area for two consecutive growing seasons to ensure proper recovery.

Another notable item was the approval of a Notice of Intent for the removal of existing structures and the construction of a single-family house on Allen Street, subject to the Wetlands Protection Act and local bylaws. The council agreed to include general and specific conditions, such as erosion control measures and the restoration of a degraded riverfront area. A special condition was added, requiring the area previously used for trash and a fire pit to be returned to a forested state rather than being seeded as a lawn.

Additionally, the council reviewed and approved the final report and affidavit for a long-standing issue on Porter Road, summarizing the violations and site visits conducted since 2022. This report will be submitted to the town’s attorney as part of ongoing proceedings.