Westport Select Board Reviews Financial Challenges and Community Initiatives

Overview: The Westport Select Board meeting addressed issues, primarily focusing on financial management challenges, community program developments, and upcoming events.

Westport Select Board Rejects Water Rate Increase Amid Budget Concerns

Overview: In a move, the Westport Select Board voted unanimously to maintain the current water rate of $8.30 per CCF, countering a proposal for a 5% increase put forth by the town administrator. The decision was made during the June 1, 2026 meeting, where board members weighed the necessity of the increase against recommendations from the Infrastructure Oversight Committee (IOC) and the town’s recent budget achievements.

Westport Select Board Faces Challenges in Grant Funding and Social Services

Overview: During the recent Westport Select Board meeting, discussions centered on securing grant funding, challenges in social services, and the implications of occupancy regulations for town buildings. The board grappled with funding uncertainties, the need for comprehensive outreach efforts, and the future use of municipal spaces, all of which impact the town’s ability to support its community effectively.

Westport Select Board Approves Shellstock Banner Amidst Busy Agenda

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Westport Select Board tackled a variety of community and infrastructure issues, with highlights including the approval of a promotional banner for the Shellstock event, updates on the Barrier Beach Plan, and discussions on the future of the town’s committees and facilities.

Westport Select Board Discusses Eelgrass Protection and Shellfish Harvesting Regulations

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Westport Select Board addressed issues concerning shellfish management, focusing on the protection of eelgrass and the regulation of harvesting practices, particularly in Whites Flat. The board deliberated on the implementation of a motion to prohibit bull raking in Whites Flat to safeguard the delicate ecosystem, while also navigating changes in relay program regulations and the logistics of shellfish propagation.