Blandford Select Board Approves Shared Police Agreement with Chester and Explores Water Management Partnerships

Overview: At the recent meeting of the Blandford Select Board, members approved a shared police services agreement with the town of Chester and discussed potential partnerships for local water management, emphasizing the continued importance of collaborative efforts in community service and infrastructure development.

Blandford Select Board Tackles Beaver-Induced Flooding and Road Maintenance Challenges

Overview: The recent meeting of the Blandford Select Board focused on addressing persistent flooding issues caused by beaver activity and ongoing road maintenance efforts, alongside discussing plumbing renovations and committee formations. The board also highlighted the importance of strategic planning to manage environmental concerns and ensure infrastructure reliability.

Blandford Select Board Addresses Utility Costs, Infrastructure Issues, and Fuel Management Upgrades

Overview: The Blandford Select Board meeting focused on addressing the potential financial burden of rising utility costs on local residents, infrastructure maintenance challenges, and exploring upgrades to the town’s outdated fuel management system.

Blandford Select Board Faces Questions Over Missing Park Funds and Water Department Challenges

Overview: The Blandford Select Board meeting focused on a variety of topics, including the management of town property funds, pressing budgetary concerns in the water department, and discussions around department oversight and financial accountability. Of particular interest was the revelation of potential financial discrepancies in the town park’s maintenance fund, alongside ongoing challenges in managing the water department’s fiscal health.

Blandford Select Board Passes Resolution Opposing Utility-Scale Battery Systems Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Blandford Select Board unanimously adopted a resolution opposing the siting of utility-scale battery energy storage systems within the town, citing environmental and safety concerns. The meeting focused heavily on the implications of such systems, particularly the use of lithium-ion batteries, and their potential risks to the rural community, including chemical fires and groundwater contamination.