Blandford Select Board Addresses Utility Pole Hearing, Plumbing Repairs, and Fiscal Policy Concerns

Overview: The recent Blandford Select Board meeting focused on multiple issues, including the postponement of a utility pole hearing due to notification errors, unresolved plumbing repairs at the Old Town Hall, and the town’s adherence to fiscal policies. These matters were discussed alongside other community and administrative concerns.

Norton Finance Committee Approves Solar Pilot Agreement, Tackles Budget Challenges

Overview: The Norton Finance Committee recently met to tackle a range of financial topics, with discussions primarily focusing on a new solar pilot agreement, library funding, and the town’s budget constraints. The committee approved a long-debated solar payment in lieu of taxes (pilot) agreement with a solar company operating on Hill Street, which is expected to yield approximately $15,000 annually for the town over the next 11 years. The meeting also delved into the library’s budget request for fiscal year 2026 and the challenges of staffing and compliance in the assessor and treasurer departments.

Lakeville Faces Budget Challenges Amid Health Insurance Debate and Cannabis Business Proposals

Overview: The Lakeville Select Board meeting was dominated by discussions on fiscal challenges, the potential introduction of a cannabis delivery service, and the contentious issue of health insurance benefits for elected officials. The board tackled these complex subjects while considering their immediate and long-term impacts on the town’s finances and operations.

Southwick Board Faces Scrutiny Over Proposed Municipal Internet and Financial Decisions

Overview: The Southwick Select Board meeting on March 31, 2025, tackled a range of issues, with the proposed municipal internet service drawing particular scrutiny from residents. Concerns were raised about the project’s potential financial implications for taxpayers, alongside deliberations on reserve fund transfers and the need for thorough financial oversight.

Crescent City Commission Deliberates on City Manager Search and Community Maintenance Strategies

Overview: During the recent meeting of the Crescent City Commission, the selection process for a new city manager and potential collaboration with the county for maintenance tasks emerged as central topics. The commission discussed the qualifications of various candidates for the city manager position, deliberated on the logistics of candidate interviews, and considered enlisting county workers for city maintenance.