Whately Historical Commission Explores Maple Sugar Theme for Revolutionary Celebration

Overview: The Whately Historical Commission meeting centered on innovative ideas for future projects, with the most compelling discussion focusing on a proposed community event celebrating maple sugar’s historical significance. The event aims to unite various local groups and could potentially serve as an educational platform. Other topics included updates on the center school project and challenges in affordable housing initiatives.

Frontier Regional School Committee Faces Backlash Over Proposed Policy Changes Affecting Homeschoolers

Overview: The Frontier Regional School Committee recently held a meeting where a notable topic was the proposed policy changes that would exclude homeschooled students from participating in the district’s extracurricular activities, including sports. Community members were vocal in their opposition, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and urging the committee to reconsider the changes.

Whately Select Board Reviews Bylaw Changes and Approves Warrant Articles Amid Funding Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Whately Select Board approved several warrant articles for an upcoming special town meeting, discussed significant bylaws changes, and tackled funding issues related to agricultural preservation. The board’s actions aimed to modernize town governance structures and address funding allocations.

Whately Board Approves Cannabis Agreements, Debates Digital Equity and Film Project

Overview: The Whately Select Board meeting featured notable decisions, including the approval of host community agreements for three cannabis-related businesses and discussions about a digital equity plan and an upcoming film project. The board also tackled issues related to election logistics, building code revisions, and a new board representation agreement to facilitate senior center property acquisitions.

Whately Library Board Approves Key Expenses for Maintenance and Upcoming Events

Overview: At the latest Whately Library Board meeting, members discussed and approved several significant expenditures, including funding for exterior painting, a speaker honorarium, and children’s program funding, while also addressing concerns about library maintenance and financial transparency.