Lunenburg Stormwater Task Force Secures Partnership for Improved Management Amidst Public Concerns

Overview: The December 4th meeting of the Lunenburg Stormwater Task Force centered on securing a partnership with Weston and Samson for stormwater management services, addressing concerns about funding, implementation, and public engagement following the recent town meeting. The task force is finalizing a contract with Weston and Samson to provide crucial stormwater management services, with the partnership expected to commence imminently. This collaboration aims to enhance the town’s stormwater infrastructure and address community concerns about equitable billing practices. The members discussed the complexities of the new stormwater utility, which will categorize properties based on impervious surface areas rather than charging businesses a higher rate. This clarification came after discussions with a local business owner who expressed dissatisfaction over potential cost implications.

Lunenburg Board of Assessors Faces Technical and Procedural Challenges in Tax Rate and Property Sale Issues

Overview: The Lunenburg Board of Assessors’ recent meeting focused on a variety of issues, most notably the approval process for the fiscal 2026 tax rate, technical difficulties in the financial systems, and a complicated property sale involving a forestry lien. The board is awaiting final approval from the Department of Revenue for a projected tax rate of $14.39 per thousand, which could slightly adjust to $14.38. Simultaneously, the board is grappling with technical issues relating to the integration of the Vision and Munis systems, which are causing delays in tax bill preparations.

Lunenburg Select Board Backs Solar Initiative to Aid Low-Income Residents Amid Federal Policy Pressures

Overview: The Lunenburg Select Board convened recently to deliberate on several community issues, with a primary focus on a solar initiative aimed at providing additional energy discounts to low-income residents.

Lunenburg Select Board Adopts Single Tax Rate Amidst Concerns Over Commercial Valuation

Overview: During the recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting, the most significant decision revolved around the adoption of a single tax rate for fiscal year 2026. The board approved a tax levy projected at $35,819,996. Despite discussions about potential split tax rates and their implications, the board ultimately decided against such a shift due to concerns over the town’s commercial property base, which remains under 10% of total valuation.

Lunenburg Faces Budget Challenges Amid Rising Educational Needs and Limited State Funding

Overview: The Lunenburg Select Board meeting on November 24, 2023, highlighted budgetary challenges facing the town’s educational system. Discussions focused on the need for additional staffing to address early literacy and math gaps, the financial implications of rising health insurance costs, and the effects of declining state funding on local schools.