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- Franklin County
- 6/26/25
- 07/10/2025
- 110 Minutes
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Overview: Amid discussions on procedural improvements, the Whately Board of Assessors meeting focused on enhancing document signing efficiency and clarifying property inspection processes. The board agreed on a proposal allowing Derek to independently sign certain documents. This change was intended to expedite document processing, reducing the need for board meetings to authorize signatures.
- MA
- Franklin County
- 6/11/25
- 06/18/2025
- 73 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Whately Select Board focused on legislative engagement with State Representative Natalie Blake, infrastructure challenges, notably the Christian Lane bridge, and the development of regulations for energy storage systems. The session also covered various community updates and organizational matters.
- MA
- Franklin County
- 05/05/2025
- 57 Minutes
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Overview: The Whately Historical Commission meeting delved into the historical significance of Franklin County’s bridges, with particular attention to the Bardwell’s Ferry Bridge, noted for its unique truss design and national importance. Other discussions included the preservation of covered bridges and the engineering legacy of Edward Shaw, whose contributions to the region’s infrastructure were highlighted.
- MA
- Franklin County
- 4/23/25
- 05/14/2025
- 172 Minutes
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Overview: The Whately Personnel Committee engaged in a comprehensive evaluation of the town’s pay structure and Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) during their recent meeting. Discussions centered around revising the grading system for municipal roles, with a proposed transition to a bucket system that involves a 50-point spread for each grade. The committee also debated the appropriate COLA percentage to recommend, considering feedback from surrounding communities and existing economic conditions.
- MA
- Franklin County
- 4/8/25
- 04/23/2025
- 72 Minutes
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Overview: The Whately Board of Assessors navigated a complex agenda at its latest meeting, grappling with missing data from a critical revaluation year and discussing new initiatives aimed at improving public engagement and property assessment practices. Key discussions included the implementation of new software, the utility of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and the intricacies of various tax exemptions and credits.
