Carlisle Select Board Approves $5 Million Loan for Police Station and Elevator Renovations

Overview: During the recent Carlisle Select Board meeting, members approved a $5 million loan for essential renovations to the police station and an elevator, with a unanimous roll call vote following a brief discussion about the urgency of securing signatures for loan documents by the next morning. This financial decision includes renewing a $2 million loan due to expire, with an additional $2 million allocated for police station renovations and $1 million for elevator upgrades.

Carlisle Select Board Discusses Tax Rate Reductions and New Fire Station Building Committee

Overview: The Carlisle Select Board meeting on November 18, 2025, saw the adoption of a new fiscal year 2026 tax rate of $12.81, down from $13.81, driven by a 7% increase in assessed property values. The board also focused on establishing a building committee for the fire station renovation, following a successful town meeting vote. Other discussions included personnel policy updates and the appointment of an acting Town Administrator.

Carlisle Select Board Prepares for Special Town Meeting Amid Concerns Over MBTA Zoning Compliance

Overview: During the Carlisle Select Board meeting on October 21, 2025, the board focused on the logistics and implications of the upcoming special town meeting, with particular emphasis on the MBTA zoning bylaw compliance. The board discussed the simplified voting process, the potential for community opposition, and the necessity of clear communication regarding the implications of the votes. Additionally, financial concerns related to upcoming budgets and public safety infrastructure projects were deliberated, with a spotlight on the financial responsibilities that the town might face.

Carlisle Select Board Advances Fire Station Project Amid Budget and Zoning Deliberations

Overview: In an October 7, 2025 meeting, the Carlisle Select Board made crucial headway on the fire station renovation project. The board also addressed significant zoning considerations related to MBTA community compliance, alongside other local governance matters.

Carlisle Prepares for Special Town Meeting with Focus on MBTA Zoning and Community Engagement

Overview: The Carlisle Select Board held a remote meeting on September 23, primarily addressing preparations for the upcoming special town meeting, logistical plans for accommodating a large turnout, and the handling of zoning proposals under the MBTA Communities Act. Significant discussions also covered the establishment of a Trust Fund Working Group and ongoing budget processes within the school district.