Granby Select Board Discusses Housing Authority Funding and Maintenance

Overview: At the recent meeting of the Granby Select Board, the primary focus was on the financial report and the impact of possible increased costs on the budget, particularly concerning housing authority funding. The board approved the financial report from June 17th, 2024, and discussed the completion status of the final financial report. In addition, there were updates on various housing projects, including apartment occupancy and maintenance issues, as well as the suggestion of policy changes regarding advertisement requirements and the hiring of new staff.

Granby Board Debates Property Assessments and Budget Concerns

Overview: In a recent Granby Board of Assessors meeting, discussions unfolded around the issues of incomplete property assessments and the implications for upcoming deadlines. The session also delved into budgetary considerations regarding attendance at an MAA school and the potential use of funds from the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. Additionally, the board engaged in dialogues about a property situated in a water protection area, and the appropriateness of a chapter land discount for the said property.

Granby Board of Health Tackles Septic Concerns, Event Regulations

Overview: The most recent meeting of the Granby Board of Health centered on a series of pressing septic system applications and concerns, along with discussions about regulating events to protect public health and the environment. Additionally, the meeting addressed the need for better control over events in the area, considering the impact of noise, waste management, and public safety.

Granby West St Committee Selects Under-Budget OPM

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Granby West St Building Committee announced the selection of an under-budget owner’s project manager (OPM), which marked a forward step in the ongoing construction and renovation projects. The committee expressed optimism about the progress and financial aspects of the initiatives, including the successful and cost-efficient removal of a tank and the negotiation of a favorable HVAC proposal by Inovis for the building.

Granby Select Board Grapples with Police Contract Grievances

Overview: In a recent Granby Select Board meeting, members engaged in a discussion over the interpretation of police contracts, specifically relating to the grievance presented by the International Brotherhood of Police Officers. The grievance centered on a conflict over the creation of separate lists for overtime shifts and details, a matter that revealed deeper issues regarding contract language and the potential violation of the police lieutenant’s contract.