Lunenburg Board Addresses Soaring Lakefront Taxes and Software Woes

Overview: In a recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting, issues regarding the town’s financial operations and property tax assessments were at the forefront of discussions. The board tackled the significant tax increases for lakefront property owners, with an average hike of $3,590.64, in contrast to the nominal 82-cent increase for non-lakefront properties for fiscal year 2023. This disparity was attributed to incorrect property valuations linked to the pandemic’s impact on business practices in Massachusetts and years of bad data from the assessor’s office. The board cited inadequate supervisory controls and the use of an outdated index map for property groupings, which had not been updated for at least 15 years, leading to incorrect tax valuations.

Lunenburg Select Board Debates Water Treatment Plan

Overview: The recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting was marked by discussions and debates surrounding the Lunenburg Water District’s proposed water treatment plan, which aims to address contamination issues in the town’s drinking water. The plan, estimated to cost between $32.2 million and $45 million, includes the activation of a well, the installation of a pipe, and the construction of a treatment plant to deal with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) contamination.

Lunenburg Board Debates Water Supply Treatment Plan Funding

Overview: The Lunenburg Select Board recently engaged in a discussion on the financial implications of a proposed water supply treatment plan, which is a concern for the local community due to its potential impact on water takers over a 30-year period. The board emphasized the necessity for a detailed examination of the funding through SRF (State Revolving Fund) and expressed concerns over the clarity of the financial documents presented.

Lunenburg Select Board Addresses Water Contamination and Financial Concerns

Overview: In a recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting, one notable issues addressed included the handling of water contamination challenges, a significant write-off of ambulance service debts, and the allocation of Chapter 90 and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for infrastructure improvements. The board also discussed a range of other matters from the adequacy of Agricultural Commission meetings to the excitement of an “Are You Smarter Than a Sixth Grader” fundraiser.

Lunenburg Select Board Member Nominated for 2024 Black Excellence on the Hill Award

Overview: In the recent meeting of the Lunenburg Select Board, the most noteworthy announcement was the nomination of a board member for the 2024 Black Excellence on the Hill award. The nominated member, Michael-Ray Jeffreys, expressed appreciation for the recognition and attributed the success to the collaborative efforts of the select board. This achievement brought a moment of celebration and positive recognition to the board’s work.