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- Hampshire County
- 2/10/25
- 02/12/2025
- 133 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Granby Select Board meeting, the appointment of a library trustee was postponed following concerns over the appointment process, emphasizing the need for transparency and collaboration between the Select Board and the library trustees. This decision came during a joint meeting with library trustees to address a vacant trustee position, where only one candidate, Lauren, remained interested after others withdrew. The board, guided by legal counsel, decided to delay the appointment to allow time for interviews with all candidates, emphasizing the importance of a fair and open process.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 2/4/25
- 02/05/2025
- 46 Minutes
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Overview: The Granby West St Building Committee focused on strategies to reduce the estimated $11.4 million renovation cost of the Town Hall to a more feasible $9.98 million through value engineering. The committee discussed various options, including altering office layouts, reducing the scope of the Council on Aging (COA) offices, and minimizing work on the gym and cafeteria. Additionally, the potential for securing grants to offset costs was a part of the discourse.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 2/3/25
- 02/04/2025
- 72 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Granby Board of Assessors meeting, discussions centered around the financial impact of state mandates, particularly concerning the online availability of property cards, and the integration of new technology to enhance efficiency in fieldwork. These topics highlighted ongoing frustrations over unfunded mandates and the logistical challenges of modernizing the board’s operations.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 1/28/25
- 01/30/2025
- 195 Minutes
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Overview: The Granby Board of Health meeting was marked by a examination of septic system regulations, focusing on their redundancy with Title 5 standards, and urgent compliance issues at a local property. The board debated the necessity of maintaining local regulations that duplicate existing state guidelines, ultimately deciding to lean more on Title 5 standards for clarity and efficiency. Additionally, the meeting addressed significant compliance concerns related to a septic system at 12K Lane.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 1/28/25
- 01/28/2025
- 15 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Granby Select Board decided to offer the Town Administrator position to Michael Durham after their first-choice candidate, Shelley Perita, declined the offer. The board also discussed the potential need for a mentor from the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission to assist Durham due to his lack of municipal experience.
