- MA
- Bristol County
- 7/22/24
- 07/25/2024
- 76 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent meeting of the Dighton Board of Selectmen was dominated by discussions surrounding the proposed new school and its potential impact on the community, with safety issues, curriculum changes, and enrollment projections taking center stage. The board members engaged in detailed deliberations about the Educational Profile Questionnaire (EPQ), the feasibility study, and the Massachusetts School Building Authority’s (MSBA) requirements.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 7/18/24
- 07/25/2024
- 101 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The most newsworthy element of the recent Dighton Conservation Commission meeting was the public concern raised regarding an advertising mini-billboard placed on town property near the Somerset line. During the public input session, a citizen brought attention to the billboard, questioning its approval and the adherence to conservation restrictions on the land. The commission agreed to take action by sending a letter to the selectmen to inquire about the approval process and to reinforce the conservation restriction on the land. This issue sparked a discussion about the involvement of the Lions Club and the need for clarity on the approval of the sign’s placement.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 7/15/24
- 07/25/2024
- 93 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the Dighton Board of Selectmen meeting, members debated and ultimately decided on appointments to the Board of Health. The selection process was marked by a examination of the candidates’ qualifications, experiences, and the current needs of the Board of Health. The discussion illuminated differing opinions among the Selectmen regarding the best fit for the positions.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 7/9/24
- 07/10/2024
- 102 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Dighton Historical Commission has commenced preparations for the town’s 250th anniversary celebration, alongside its regular agenda of preserving local historical sites. The commission’s recent meeting highlighted discussions on organizing a commemorative event, addressing the state of historical properties, surveying additional areas for historical significance, and pondering procedural reorganizations.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 6/26/24
- 06/27/2024
- 87 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Dighton Board of Selectmen addressed several issues in their recent meeting, with public safety and personnel changes taking the forefront. Notably, the appointment of Ryan Richards to the rank of Deputy Chief of the Dighton Police Department was unanimously approved. Additionally, the board saw the approval of Joanne Wilson as temporary clerical support for the Board of Health, the debate over Joseph Vado’s business operations, and the discussion on the amendment of the No Parking Zone bylaw.