Whately Board of Assessors Discusses Inspection Practices and Property Valuation Discrepancies

Overview: The Whately Board of Assessors convened on August 15, 2024, to tackle several issues, including recent inspection practices, discrepancies in property valuations, and the need for improved transparency and accuracy in the property assessment process.

Whately Library Board Approves Critical Repairs Amidst Fire Alarm and Accessibility Concerns

Overview: The Whately Library Board recently convened to address a range of issues, including the approval of essential building repairs, ongoing fire alarm system malfunctions, and concerns about accessibility.

Whately Select Board Addresses Installation of New Utility Pole Amid Ongoing Double Pole Issues

Overview: The Whately Select Board convened on August 13, 2024, to address a range of issues, including a public hearing for a new utility pole installation, appointment of election workers, and various funding requests aimed at improving town infrastructure and services.

Whately Select Board Approves New Early Voting Hours for September Primary

Overview: The Whately Select Board meeting on July 30 saw the approval of new early voting hours for the upcoming September primary, the establishment of an energy storage system study committee, and discussions on various community projects and concerns, including fireworks awareness messaging and the allocation of ARPA funds.

Whately Select Board Advances Digital Equity and Environmental Initiatives

Overview: In a recent Whately Select Board meeting, discussions centered on several community issues, including advancing digital equity, appointing new board and committee members, addressing environmental concerns, and managing public safety in regards to fireworks. The meeting resulted in the board moving forward with a Digital Equity plan presented by Ted Harvey from the Franklin Regional Council of Governments, appointment decisions, and support for environmental legislation.