Townsend Faces Trash Contract Challenges Amid Community Concerns and Financial Implications

Overview: The Townsend Board of Health meeting on October 8th centered around issues concerning the town’s trash contract, potential revenue shortfalls, and the community’s reaction to recent changes in waste management practices. Discussions highlighted the need for strategic planning with the incoming Board of Selectmen to address these challenges.

Townsend Board of Health Considers Variance for Church Septic System, Pauses Pay-As-You-Throw Program

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Townsend Board of Health tackled several notable issues, including a proposal to relocate a septic system for a church rehabilitation project and a decision to pause the controversial pay-as-you-throw waste management program amid leadership turmoil in the town’s select board.

Townsend Board of Health Approves Variances for Septic System Near Wetlands

Overview: During the Townsend Board of Health meeting on September 10, 2024, the Board tackled significant local health and environmental issues. Key discussions included the approval of septic system variances for a Canal Street property, ongoing regulatory compliance for Country Estates, and tensions with the Board of Selectmen over financial and operational matters.

Townsend Board of Health Tackles Septic System Variances and Contract Debates

Overview: The Townsend Board of Health meeting addressed several issues, including the approval of variances for septic systems on Sea Circle and Adams Road, a preference for a five-year Shaw’s contract amid community feedback, and discussions on increasing prices for compost bins and kitchen scrap buckets. Additionally, the board considered the purchase of a magnetic sweeper for the recycling center and discussed union contract details, including an $850 clothing allowance.

Townsend Board of Health Advances New Trash Contract to Town Vote

Overview: In a recent Townsend Board of Health meeting, members approved upgrades to residential properties and took decisive steps towards implementing a new trash collection contract. The board also celebrated the success of the Earth Day cleanup event, discussed the promotion of composting in the community, and acknowledged the resignation of a board member.