Deerfield Select Board Approves Liquor License Renewal and Secures $500,000 Grant for Elm Street Revitalization

Overview: The Deerfield Select Board meeting on January 22, 2025, was marked by the approval of a liquor license renewal for a local restaurant and the announcement of a substantial grant aimed at revitalizing Elm Street. Additional discussions included town building maintenance, environmental initiatives, and future planning projects.

Deerfield Select Board Supports Wage Increase for Election Workers Amid Broader Community Discussions

Overview: The Deerfield Select Board meeting on January 8, 2025, focused on the need for fair compensation for election workers, updates on local developments, and various community concerns.

Deerfield Select Board Tackles Housing Regulations and Approves Key Financial Measures

Overview: The Deerfield Select Board’s recent meeting featured discussions on housing regulations and camping policies, financial approvals for utility services, and other municipal matters. Central to the meeting was the deliberation over property use on HK Road, where the board grappled with compliance to local ordinances, as well as the approval of financial commitments for the town’s utilities.

Deerfield Select Board Advances Green Initiatives and Reviews Strategic Contracts

Overview: During the Deerfield Select Board meeting on December 4, 2024, discussions centered around the allocation of a Green Communities Grant for energy efficiency improvements at the elementary school, an extension of the town’s solid waste management contract, and ongoing efforts to manage sludge disposal costs. Additionally, the board addressed updates on the new library construction, senior transportation services, and the appointment of new police officers.

Deerfield School Committee Considers Revised Sick Leave Bank Policy Amid Budget Talks

Overview: The Deerfield School Committee meeting covered various topics, with focus on revising the sick leave bank policy, updates on the playground project funding, and early discussions of the fiscal year 2026 budget. Detailed reviews of the CPAC annual report and the School Improvement Plan also featured prominently during the session.