Dunstable School Audit Reveals High Administrative Costs and Proposes Significant Restructuring

Overview: The recent Dunstable Board of Selectmen meeting delved into the operational audit of the Graten Dunstable Regional School District, revealing concerns about administrative costs and proposing significant restructuring. This audit, commissioned after a $619,000 financial gift from the town of Britton, scrutinized various aspects of the district’s operations, with a particular focus on administrative staffing, student services, and building usage.

Dunstable Board of Selectmen Weighs New Electricity Supplier, Considers Electrical Permit Changes

Overview: The Dunstable Board of Selectmen meeting focused on topics including the potential switch to a new electricity supplier for municipal buildings, deliberations on changing policies for issuing electrical permits, and other community concerns.

Dunstable Board Confronts Water Contamination and Nuisance Dog Challenges

Overview: During the recent Dunstable Board of Selectmen meeting, discussions centered around the expansion of the water system due to a spreading contamination plume and the management of a potentially dangerous dog. Both issues elicited detailed debates reflecting concerns over public safety and infrastructure development, with board members weighing financial implications and community impact.

Dunstable Board of Selectmen Declares Max the German Shepherd a Nuisance Dog Amid Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Dunstable Board of Selectmen faced a debate surrounding Max, a German Shepherd dog, leading to its designation as a nuisance dog. This decision came after discussions about the dog’s behavior, which has reportedly led to multiple incidents within the community. The board also discussed responses to various community concerns, including tree removal at Town Hall and property issues on Pleasant Street.

Dunstable Board Approves Key Change Orders for Union Building Roof Repairs

Overview: During the recent Dunstable Board of Selectmen meeting, the board approved two crucial change orders for the Union Building project, focusing on significant roof repairs. The first order, valued at $3,193.32, addresses the replacement of rotted wood sheathing beneath the roof. The second order, amounting to $25,500, involves the replacement of additional slate shingles identified as needing replacement due to their condition. Both orders were previously reviewed by the Union Building Committee and GANAP.