Lunenburg Finance Committee Grapples with Proposition 2½ Override and School Budget Challenges

Overview: The Lunenburg Finance Committee meeting on March 27, 2025, was dominated by discussions on budgetary challenges, notably a citizen’s petition for a Proposition 2½ override to restore school funding, and the intricacies of managing the town’s financial obligations. The debates underscored the complex fiscal environment and the necessity for strategic financial management amidst rising costs in education and town operations.

Lunenburg Select Board Deliberates on Budget Override and Pavement Management Plans

Overview: The Lunenburg Select Board meeting focused heavily on budgetary discussions, with particular emphasis on potential budget overrides and the restoration of the pavement management plan to $279,000. The board also deliberated on other fiscal matters, including police department staffing, school funding, and adjustments to various budget categories.

Lunenburg Board of Assessors Discusses Organizational Changes and Notification Protocols

Overview: During a recent meeting of the Lunenburg Board of Assessors, discussions took place concerning organizational changes within the Assessor’s office and the notification protocols for property assessments.

Lunenburg Select Board Faces Cemetery Management Controversy Amid Broader Town Funding Challenges

Overview: During the recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting, attention was directed toward the ongoing challenges surrounding the management and operation of local cemeteries. Concerns were raised about the financial sustainability, governance structure, and operational oversight of the Cemetery Commission. A proposal was introduced advocating for a transition to a mutual benefit Cemetery Corporation model, which would allow for better financial oversight and community involvement. Additionally, the board addressed broader town funding issues, including a potential $2 million shortfall for FY 2026, urging the state delegation for increased local aid to alleviate financial pressures.

Town Hall Accessibility and Cost Concerns Dominate Lunenburg Finance Committee Meeting

Overview: The Lunenburg Finance Committee’s recent meeting was primarily focused on the need to address accessibility and structural concerns within the town’s municipal buildings, alongside discussions on the financial implications of these necessary upgrades. The committee also delved into the potential costs associated with these projects, weighing the impact on the town’s budget and the burden on taxpayers.