Westport Select Board Tackles Future of Old High School Building

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Westport Select Board centered its discussion on the fate of the old high school building, a issue due to the structure’s deteriorating condition and the potential financial implications for the town. The board evaluated options including maintaining, selling, demolishing, mothballing, or renovating the site, ultimately recommending the development of a strategic plan to renovate the building for municipal use. This significant town property, encompassing 62.1 acres, is currently used for multiple community functions, but faces challenges such as a defective boiler, termite infestation, and well issues.

Westport Select Board Advances Town Infrastructure and Employee Compensation Plans

Overview: In a notable meeting of the Westport Select Board on June 17th, 2024, a spectrum of vital decisions was made, affecting various aspects of town management and operations. Among them, the board’s green light for infrastructure improvements and the progress on a comprehensive employee compensation review stood out as developments with considerable impact on the town’s future.

Westport Select Board Advances Infrastructure and Public Health Initiatives

Overview: At the recent Westport Select Board meeting, strides were made in community development and public health, with the authorization of a substantial grant for water line extension and the addressing of public health concerns regarding fish consumption advisories. Additionally, the board moved forward with technological improvements and updates on water supply issues.

Westport Board Approves Community and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: In a recent Westport Select Board meeting, several community and infrastructure projects were addressed, with decisions made towards improving local amenities and addressing environmental concerns. The board approved the establishment of a comfort dog gift account, the reallocation of funds for the Macomber Loop and Route 6 waterline construction project, and the unanimous approval of the community preservation act grant agreement for repairs to the old Schoolhouse on Drift Road. The meeting also saw the approval of seasonal trailer permits, alcohol licenses, and the appointment of new town officers and committee members, signaling ongoing community development and administrative continuity.

Westport Select Board Approves Seasonal Trailer Permit, Debates Key Issues

Overview: In a recent Westport Select Board meeting, members approved a series of requests and addressed various community concerns, including zoning issues, event planning, salary negotiations, and infrastructure projects. Notably, the board granted ZMA Salem a six-month seasonal trailer permit and approved the transfer of a repair license from Westport Tire to Salem Enterprise Inc. Discussions also revolved around the management and premises changes for Westport Sea Farms, the hiring challenges for a new library director, and the approval of a July 4th parade.