Townsend Prepares for Renovation of Vacant Gas Station, Seeks New Land Use Coordinator

Overview: At the recent Townsend Select Board meeting, members discussed the upcoming renovation of a vacant gas station on Main Street. The project, proposed by 324 Main Street Partners LLC, involves transforming the existing site into a convenience store with second-floor office space and a coffee shop featuring a drive-thru. The board also addressed the resignation of the town’s land use coordinator.

Townsend Select Board Debates Necessity of Permits for Mall Developments

Overview: In a recent Townsend Select Board meeting, members scrutinized the necessity of requiring site plan reviews and stormwater management permits for projects within a pre-existing mall, specifically addressing a new Starbucks planned in the former Santander Bank building. The board was divided on whether these permits were necessary, with some arguing the mall’s previous approvals should suffice, while others cited potential traffic and parking implications.

Townsend Select Board Member Resigns Amid Criticism and Frustration

Overview: The Townsend Select Board meeting on September 24th was marked by an event: the resignation of one of its members, who cited disrespectful behavior from the community and the burdens of serving on the board as primary reasons for stepping down. The meeting also covered a range of other topics, including the approval of a laptop purchase for the Senior Center Transportation administrator, discussions about the sick bank policy, and updates on various grant applications and town projects.

Townsend Select Board Approves Special Permit for Accessory Apartment Amid Deliberations

Overview: The Townsend Select Board approved a special permit for the construction of an accessory apartment on Ryan Road after a discussion on zoning compliance and neighborhood impact.

Townsend Board Approves Special Election Date and Discusses Community Projects

Overview: The Townsend Select Board held a meeting on September 10th, where they finalized the date for a special election to fill a vacant Board of Selectman seat, approved a consulting contract, and recognized Deputy Chief William Elliott for 46 years of service, among other topics.