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- Bristol County
- 4/16/24
- 04/16/2024
- 150 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Acushnet Board of Selectmen tackled a variety of issues with implications for the town’s future. Among the most pressing subjects discussed were the town’s budgetary constraints, land use decisions, and ongoing concerns with double poles managed by Verizon.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 4/2/24
- 04/02/2024
- 27 Minutes
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Overview: The Acushnet Board of Selectmen’s recent meeting focused on critical fiscal issues, including the town budget and energy expenses, revealing concerns over potential deficits and high costs. In response to these financial challenges, the board evaluated and debated several proposals, such as the consolidation of energy line items across various town departments and adjustments to the forestry and police budgets to address increased demands. The meeting also included the appointment of a representative to the septic commission, approval of ambulance abatements, and an update on workers’ compensation procedures due to a change in the town’s insurance provider.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 3/26/24
- 03/27/2024
- 75 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Acushnet Board of Selectmen engaged in thorough discussions on a zoning variance request for a property on Lambeth Street and an appeal concerning a business certificate linked to a residential property. The variance request drew attention due to its potential impact on the environment, neighborhood, and adherence to Upland area requirements, while the business permit issue centered around the legitimacy of construction equipment usage on residential premises.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 3/20/24
- 03/22/2024
- 168 Minutes
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Overview: The Acushnet Board of Selectmen recently addressed a projected budget deficit, sparking discussions on potential spending cuts, school funding disparities, and the impact of state aid. The town’s financial stability was a central theme, with particular focus on the education budget and the fiscal challenges posed by increasing state mandates and declining revenues.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 3/19/24
- 03/19/2024
- 16 Minutes
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Overview: The Acushnet Board of Selectmen’s meeting on March 15th, 2024, centered on the approval of expenditures from the town’s trust funds, with particular attention on the Police Department’s request to use law enforcement trust funds for fundraising shoulder patches. This item sparked discussion and was ultimately tabled pending further clarification.
