Lunenburg Board of Assessors Grapples with Exemption Process Amidst Technological and Staffing Challenges

Overview: The Lunenburg Board of Assessors convened on October 1, 2025, to address multiple issues, including the complexities of implementing a new exemption process, managing technological upgrades, and tackling staffing shortages.

Lunenburg Faces Staffing Challenges and Budgetary Pressures in Public Safety Departments

Overview: At the recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting, urgent discussions highlighted the ongoing staffing challenges and budgetary pressures facing the town’s public safety departments. The fire and police departments presented their budget proposals, emphasizing the need for increased personnel and funding to meet the growing demands of the community.

Lunenburg Cemetery Commission Approves $10,000 Fund Request in Meeting Focused on Expansion and Maintenance

Overview: The Lunenburg Cemetery Commission meeting on September 25, 2025, centered on financial planning, cemetery expansion, and ongoing maintenance efforts. The commission approved a request for an additional $10,000 to ensure sufficient funds for upcoming maintenance tasks, discussed the progress of the backlot expansion project, and addressed maintenance concerns related to hedges and shrubbery.

Lunenburg Stormwater Task Force Grapples with Costly Data Proposal, Eyes Budget Cuts

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Lunenburg Stormwater Task Force members examined a costly proposal from engineering firm Weston and Samson, focused on data collection and stormwater management tasks. The members emphasized the need to streamline efforts and reduce costs by potentially eliminating certain tasks, while also debating the fairness of the proposed fee structure for property assessments.

Lunenburg Faces Personnel Shake-Up Amidst Budgetary Challenges and Facility Concerns

Overview: In the recent Lunenburg Finance Committee meeting, personnel changes within the town’s finance department were discussed, alongside pressing budgetary challenges and ongoing facility concerns, particularly focused on the TC Pacios roof project. The committee also addressed upcoming town meeting preparations and potential revisions to the personnel administration plan.