Lunenburg Faces School Budget Deficit Amid Community Concerns Over Education Quality

Overview: The Lunenburg Select Board meeting addressed issues, notably the escalating school budget deficit and its potential impact on educational quality, with class sizes possibly exceeding 30 students. Simultaneously, the board tackled a range of topics from public comments on municipal transparency to town infrastructure updates.

Lunenburg Finance Committee Approves Crucial 911 Cabling Fund Transfer Amid Budget Strains

Overview: The Lunenburg Finance Committee, facing a tight fiscal environment due to inflation and rising costs, approved a transfer of funds to cover unexpected 911 cabling expenses for the school department, highlighting the challenges of managing unanticipated expenditures within constrained budgets. The committee also addressed revenue analysis, IT upgrades, and the transition to the Munis cloud system during their recent meeting.

Lunenburg Zoning Board Approves Special Permit for Garage Construction on Fairview Road

Overview: The Lunenburg Zoning Board of Appeals granted a special permit for the construction of a 32 by 39-foot garage on Fairview Road, despite the proposed structure’s dimensional nonconformity. The decision followed extensive discussion on the garage’s impact on the neighborhood and compliance with local zoning laws.

Lunenburg Water District Faces Challenges with PFOA Levels and Potential Water Restrictions

Overview: During the recent meeting of the Lunenburg Water District Board, issues included elevated PFOA levels in the district’s water supply and ongoing drought conditions. The board deliberated on potential water restrictions as drought persists, despite recent snowfall. The meeting also explored various financial and regulatory matters, including budget adjustments, employee benefits, and revisions to water service responsibilities.

Fraud Concerns Derail Auto Dealer License at Lunenburg Select Board Meeting

Overview: The recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting focused on budgetary challenges, educational funding crises, and a contentious Class 2 auto dealer license application.