Freetown Board of Selectmen Approves Strategic Equipment Transfers to Optimize Resources

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Freetown Board of Selectmen focused on optimizing town resources by approving strategic equipment transfers. These included a decision to send a 2010 John Deere loader to the transfer station and declaring the current loader at the station as surplus for trade-in. This move, facilitated by funds available through ARPA and departmental budgets, will reduce the cost of acquiring new equipment.

Freetown Board of Selectmen Discuss Surplus Equipment Donations and Town Hall Annex Plans

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen meeting, recorded on November 18, 2024, delved into discussions on equipment donations, allocation of town spaces, and updates on various town licenses. The board approved the donation of surplus equipment, considered changes to municipal space utilization, and addressed rates for snowplow operations and event licensing.

Concerns Over Water Management Dominate Freetown Board of Selectmen Meeting

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen meeting on November 12, 2024, was dominated by discussions on water management issues related to a proposed subdivision on Middleb Road and Claremont Way. Residents voiced strong concerns about the impact of the development on local water flow, drainage, and environmental conditions, particularly in relation to nearby agricultural activities and existing infrastructure.

Freetown Board Discusses Body Cameras for Police Amid Budget Concerns and Approves GPS for Town Vehicles

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen’s meeting on November 4, 2024, was dominated by discussions on implementing body cameras for the police department and approving GPS tracking for town vehicles, alongside routine matters like donations and holiday events.

Freetown Board of Selectmen Approves Key Agreements and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: In a meeting on October 21, 2024, the Freetown Board of Selectmen approved several significant motions, including memorandums of agreement with the Public Employees Union Local 272, infrastructure changes at Freetown Elementary School, and the establishment of a town email address for the interim harbormaster. These approvals reflect ongoing efforts to streamline town operations and improve community services.