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- Middlesex County
- 2/4/25
- 02/08/2025
- 109 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Townsend Select Board meeting, discussions centered on the town’s pressing financial challenges, notably concerning the funding of trash collection services and the potential implementation of a budget override. The board deliberated over the town’s budget constraints, contract negotiations with GW Shaw for waste management, and the implications of a proposed override to address the rising costs of municipal services.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 1/30/25
- 02/02/2025
- 72 Minutes
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Overview: During the Townsend Finance Committee meeting, discussions highlighted the challenges of leveraging new financial software and the need for more rigorous auditing practices. Despite acquiring ClearGov software through a grant in early 2023, the committee acknowledged that the tool remains underutilized, with no training scheduled to optimize its implementation. Additionally, concerns were raised about the lack of effective financial tracking mechanisms and audits, particularly regarding revolving funds and cash transactions within town departments.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 1/30/25
- 02/02/2025
- 42 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Townsend Historic District Commission grappled with a series of issues, including an application for solar panel installation on Main Street and ongoing violations regarding signage in the historic district. The commission ultimately decided to delay a decision on the solar panel application, emphasizing the need for further input from all stakeholders, while also tackling the complexities of enforcing signage regulations.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 1/29/25
- 01/31/2025
- 28 Minutes
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Overview: The Townsend Board of Health meeting on January 29th focused on several issues, including the approval of a significant waste management contract, leadership changes within the board, and discussions on future public health initiatives. The board unanimously supported a three-year waste management contract valued at $493,000, which is expected to offer financial savings to the town. Additionally, there was an announcement of a leadership change, with the current chair stepping down due to personal health reasons.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 1/28/25
- 02/01/2025
- 37 Minutes
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Overview: The Townsend Select Board approved a grant request to the Department of Transportation Authority for economic development support and addressed several budget-related articles during their recent meeting. The board also dealt with appointments and a significant resignation, emphasizing the need for community volunteers in local governance.
