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- Worcester County
- 4/24/25
- 04/25/2025
- 129 Minutes
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Overview: The Lunenburg Finance Committee meeting on April 24 was marked by an extensive discussion on the need for transparency in the school budget, concerns over the town’s reliance on a 2.5% annual tax increase, and the financial sustainability of various town departments, including the cemetery commission and Marshall Park project.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 4/3/25
- 04/04/2025
- 246 Minutes
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Overview: The Lunenburg Finance Committee meeting was marked by discussions surrounding the proposed cemetery expansion, fund allocations for emergency vehicle maintenance, and budgetary strategies for the upcoming fiscal year. Key debates centered on the cemetery road expansion’s lack of planning, the financial prudence of reserve fund usage, and the impact of municipal debt on taxpayers.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 3/27/25
- 03/31/2025
- 268 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Lunenburg Finance Committee meeting on March 27, 2025, was dominated by discussions on budgetary challenges, notably a citizen’s petition for a Proposition 2½ override to restore school funding, and the intricacies of managing the town’s financial obligations. The debates underscored the complex fiscal environment and the necessity for strategic financial management amidst rising costs in education and town operations.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 3/13/25
- 03/14/2025
- 213 Minutes
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Overview: The Lunenburg Finance Committee’s recent meeting was primarily focused on the need to address accessibility and structural concerns within the town’s municipal buildings, alongside discussions on the financial implications of these necessary upgrades. The committee also delved into the potential costs associated with these projects, weighing the impact on the town’s budget and the burden on taxpayers.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 3/6/25
- 03/07/2025
- 232 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: During the recent Lunenburg Finance Committee meeting, concerns were raised about the Cemetery Commission’s handling of financial matters, with resident John Bowen voicing his dissatisfaction. Bowen criticized the commission for its lack of experience and knowledge, particularly in managing funds related to cemetery maintenance and capital planning. Highlighting the commission’s decision not to withdraw from the sale of lots fund, which has a substantial balance of approximately $943,466, he raised questions about the commission’s efficiency. Bowen argued against a proposed $50,000 capital plan for piecemeal improvements at North Cemetery, advocating instead for a comprehensive approach to cemetery maintenance and citing a detailed strategy prepared by William Bernard. Bowen emphasized the pressing financial needs, estimating that $532,000 is required to maintain the cemeteries properly, which he deemed unfeasible under current constraints.
