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- MA
- Middlesex County
- 4/24/25
- 04/28/2025
- 75 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Townsend Conservation Commission meeting focused on the complexities surrounding a proposed Conservation Restriction (CR) on a town-owned property, emphasizing the potential role of the water department in managing the land while addressing both ecological and recreational needs.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 4/23/25
- 04/28/2025
- 50 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Townsend Conservation Commission held a meeting to address a variety of issues, including approving a waiver for a property development within a wetland buffer zone and deliberating on the implications of a proposed conservation restriction on local land.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 4/22/25
- 04/28/2025
- 173 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Townsend Finance Committee meeting primarily centered on addressing a budgetary shortfall due to unexpected snow and ice management expenses. A decision was reached to authorize a $16,046 reserve fund transfer to cover the deficit, which was necessitated by unforeseen expenditures that exceeded the town’s allocated budget. This move, unanimously supported by the committee members, was vital due to the lack of an official request form and the urgency of the situation. Additionally, broader budget discussions highlighted concerns over revenue estimates, potential funding shortfalls, and the implications of upcoming legislation.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 4/22/25
- 04/24/2025
- 34 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Townsend Board of Assessors held a meeting to address several key financial and administrative issues, primarily focusing on funding for the Assessors Department’s inspections and property data verification program. The board approved a request to release $10,000 from the overlay account for this purpose. Additionally, discussions about upcoming elections revealed uncertainties regarding potential candidates for board roles.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 4/22/25
- 04/24/2025
- 44 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Townsend Affordable Housing Trust meeting on April 22nd focused on issues related to property encroachment, the strategic development of affordable housing initiatives, and the effective use of available funds. Members deliberated over the challenges of managing town property boundaries, the implications of upcoming projects, and the necessity of legal and community engagement to advance their goals.
