Danvers Select Board Appoints New Town Manager Amid Community Discussions

Overview: In a meeting filled with critical decisions and community engagement, the Danvers Select Board appointed Jill Cahill as the new town manager pending contract negotiations and background checks. The board also addressed significant public safety topics, including the endorsement of motorcycle and arbor safety initiatives, updates on local policing efforts, and concerns regarding the nearby Beverly airport’s expansion.

Danvers Select Board Faces Budget Pressures Amid Rising Costs and Educational Challenges

Overview: The Danvers Select Board meeting tackled a range of critical budgetary issues, with discussions centered on the rising costs of healthcare, educational funding, and the operational needs of public safety departments. The board delved into strategies to address fiscal challenges while maintaining essential services across various town departments.

Danvers Select Board Narrows Town Manager Candidates, Reviews Fiscal Audit

Overview: The Danvers Select Board meeting focused heavily on narrowing down the candidates for the Town Manager position and reviewing the fiscal year 2024 audit report. With interviews for the town manager set for March 12th at the Danvers Senior Center, the board also delved into the details of the town’s financial health and addressed community concerns regarding the acceptance of private roads as public ways.

Danvers Select Board Grapples with Airport Noise and Credit Rating Downgrade

Overview: The Danvers Select Board meeting on February 18, 2025, centered around community concerns regarding Beverly Airport’s noise and the town’s recent credit rating downgrade. The board appointed Todd Formasav to the Beverly Airport Commission amid discussions of regulatory challenges and the need for better community relations. Additionally, the town manager reported on the implications of a credit rating downgrade from AAA to AA+, emphasizing the town’s strong financial management despite the change.

Danvers Select Board Tackles Budget Concerns and Town Manager Search Amidst Community Input

Overview: In a recent Danvers Select Board meeting, discussions unfolded around budget goals, the search for a new town manager, and community-driven concerns regarding expenditures and historical acknowledgment. The board took steps to address budgetary priorities and the search process for a town manager while engaging with public comments on various local issues.