Government
Budget season begins with first two joint meetings of Selectmen and Finance
Initial framework for FY2027 discussed as sessions focus on setting a baseline for town operations ahead of school budget reviews
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board-of-selectmen
First regular meeting of new BOS ends with party-line vote on charter revision
At the Board of Selectmen's January 14 meeting, planning updates and capital decisions precede contentious debate over appointments to the Charter Revision Commission
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Board of Selectmen hold special meeting; act on appointments, charter revision, and other items
First meeting of the newly-elected BOS sets January off to a quick start.
Government
Selectmen tackle biennial board and commission appointments at first meeting of new term
From anticipation to action: appointments reduce vacancies with expanded reliance on unaffiliated voters to meet minority-party rules
Outgoing Board of Selectmen closes term with unresolved governance questions
December BOS meeting highlights process tensions as charter revision stalls and POCD funding is tabled
Shifting from ballots to boards: Selectmen-elect prepare for biennial appointment season
With up to 60 seats to fill, this cycle will shape the year ahead and signal how the new Board will govern
Board of Selectmen Discuss Tax-Relief Options and Affordable Housing Plan
Meeting Jointly with Finance, Selectmen Consider the Broader Implications of Tax Exemptions, Moving Two Options to Public Hearing
Board of Selectmen Discuss Motor Vehicle Tax Option, Senior Tax Relief, and Next Steps for Country Club Property
Special meeting of the BOS took place October 29, 2025
Selectmen Advance Housing Commission Ordinance, Debate Charter Revision
October meeting also includes limited CCW discussion and a TPZ appointment
What is Charter Revision?
How the process unfolds, who’s involved, and what happens next
Tri-Board Meeting Weighs Beecher Options, Next Steps Uncertain
Board members seek clarity on costs, grants, charter rules, and past investments
BOS rejects draft POCD, reviews final CCW plan
September meeting also featured public hearing on proposed Housing Commission ordinance