Frontier Regional School Committee Addresses Financial Challenges and Educational Initiatives

Overview: The Frontier Regional School Committee meeting covered a range of topics, including financial challenges related to health insurance and rural aid cuts, the approval of a student trip to Argentina, and the introduction of new educational initiatives. The committee also discussed the implications of recent MCAS performance metrics and efforts to enhance equity within the school district.

Whately Select Board Meeting Delves into EV Charger Safety and Accessibility Concerns

Overview: The Whately Select Board meeting focused heavily on discussions about the proposed installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the local library, raising concerns about safety, accessibility, and community engagement.

Whately Board Faces Scrutiny Over Doubling Waterfront Property Assessments

Overview: The Whately Board of Assessors convened to address several issues in their latest meeting, with the doubling of waterfront property assessments emerging as a concern. This significant increase, attributed to a single sale, raised questions about the methodology and fairness of current assessment practices. Additionally, discussions touched on property valuation methods, the impact of market trends, and the equitable distribution of tax burdens across property types.

Whately Board of Assessors Weighs Split Tax Rate Amid Property Valuation Challenges

Overview: The Whately Board of Assessors’ meeting on October 23rd was marked by discussions on the possible adoption of a split tax rate and the challenges of accurate property valuations. A member highlighted the potential complexities of implementing a split tax rate in a town with a small tax base, emphasizing the need for careful consideration of its impact on both residential and commercial taxpayers.

Whately Finance Committee Approves $30,000 Reserve Fund Boost Amid Infrastructure and Collaboration Talks

Overview: The Whately Finance Committee met to discuss several issues, including the approval of a $30,000 transfer to the town’s reserve fund to address winter maintenance needs and vehicle issues, the exploration of shared services with neighboring towns, and the initiation of a financial review process to better understand the town’s financial standing. The meeting also addressed the need for improved data management systems and touched upon infrastructure challenges and capital projects.