Conway Select Board Grapples with Health Insurance Trust’s Financial Stability Amid Rising Premiums

Overview: At the Conway Select Board meeting on October 6, 2025, members delved into discussions concerning the financial stability of the Hampshire County Group Insurance Trust. The meeting also covered a range of topics, including decisions on a special town meeting date, training funds allocation, and future energy efficiency assessments.

Conway Selectboard Bolsters Emergency Preparedness with New Continuity of Operations Plan

Overview: The Conway Selectboard meeting focused on enhancing the town’s emergency preparedness through the development of a continuity of operations plan, particularly in the wake of past experiences with natural disasters like tropical storm Irene. The discussion centered on ensuring that town operations could continue seamlessly during severe emergencies, with a strong emphasis on the role and preparedness of the Conservation Commission in such scenarios.

Conway Grapples with Staffing Changes and Community Engagement Challenges

Overview: The recent Conway Selectboard meeting focused on community engagement efforts for the center school project and addressed the resignation of Rusty Plescro, the Community Development Administrator. The center school project, which includes a community survey, is moving slowly due to limited responses. Meanwhile, the resignation of Plescro has left the town searching for a new administrator.

Conway Selectboard Plans Community Engagement for Cable Franchise Negotiations Amidst Legal and Logistical Preparations

Overview: The Conway Selectboard meeting centered on preparations for an upcoming public hearing and open house scheduled for October 7th, focusing on cable franchise negotiations.

Conway Selectboard Grapples with 38% Insurance Rate Hike and Deerfield River Wild Designation

Overview: During a recent Conway Selectboard meeting, discussions centered on addressing a substantial 38% increase in health insurance premiums and the potential designation of the Deerfield River as a national wild river. The board also deliberated on a series of other town matters, including conservation efforts and infrastructure improvements. Attendees expressed significant concern regarding the financial implications of the insurance rate hike, and stakeholders from various organizations voiced their support for preserving the Deerfield River’s natural and recreational values through national recognition.