Shutesbury Select Board Advances Library Construction and Energy Aggregation

Overview: The Shutesbury Select Board has made progress on two major town projects involving the construction of a library and a Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) initiative. The board approved a $6,386,000 construction contract with Construction Dynamics for the library project, and gave the green light to a contract with Colonial Power Group to serve as a broker for the town’s CCA program.

Shutesbury Select Board Approves Police Union Contract, Discusses Lake Regulations

Overview: In a recent Shutesbury Select Board meeting, the approval of a new police union contract was a point of discussion. The contract between the town and the Teamsters Local 404, which encompasses adjustments in uniform allowance, hourly wages, and holiday additions, was approved following a motion. Officer Peter was promoted to Sergeant, with accolades for his leadership and growth within the department.

Shutesbury Select Board Confronts Library Project Overrun

Overview: The Shutesbury Select Board’s recent meeting focused on the pressing financial concerns surrounding the new library construction project, with bids coming in over the estimated cost and the subsequent debate on funding strategies dominating the discussions. The lowest bid for the library project, placed by Construction Dynamics, amounted to $6,386,000—exceeding the anticipated $6,150,000 by $236,000. Additional unforeseen costs, such as a $22,000 well and $100,000 in landscaping, exacerbated the financial burden, leaving the committee with a considerable funding gap of $2,863,000 to bridge.

Shutesbury Select Board Advances Stormwater Task Force Formation

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Shutesbury Select Board focused on environmental and safety concerns, advancing a proposal to form a stormwater task force to address erosion at Lake Wyola and discussing the implementation of pedestrian crosswalks for improved traffic safety. The meeting also covered the police department’s involvement with local community programs, including an internship and a cadet program, and addressed various administrative matters.

Shutesbury Select Board Tackles Task Force Formation and Public Funding

Overview: In a recent Shutesbury Select Board meeting, the formation of a new task force to address the mixing of public and private funding for geographic issues emerged as a key topic. The Select Board engaged in a debate over the proposed task force’s role in leveraging funds for projects identified in multiple environmental studies. These studies highlighted concerns regarding stormwater erosion and road-related issues affecting Lake Wyola. The discussion also covered the practical implementation of supercharging stations, the impact of a recent open meeting law complaint, and the resignation of a long-serving community member from several committees.