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Board of Selectmen 6-9-26
Published: Jun 10, 2026
Upcoming Street Milling Projects Announced; Beaver Brook Farm Project Advances
The town manager announced a series of street milling projects scheduled to begin on June 15th, affecting multiple streets including Mills Drive, Hilltop Road, Hillcrest Road, Hillside Terrace, Overlook Terrace, Valley Road, Browns Lane, Lakeview Ave, Slayden Street, Charles Street, and Elm Ave. Information regarding these projects will be posted online. Additionally, the Beaver Brook Farm Project is moving to the Conservation Commission for review, and sewer bills have been issued, with a due date of June 30th. [cite: 240-246, 249, 254]
Resident Questions Town Meeting Voting Legality; Recreation Program Status Clarified
A resident raised concerns about town meeting voting procedures, questioning the legality of the transition from a voice vote to a standing vote and the planning for voter clickers. The town manager clarified that youth sports programs are self-sufficient and unaffected by budget cuts, while other recreation programs are being reduced. [cite: 39-69, 94-130]
School Audit Progress: Contract Signed, Data Collection Underway, September Completion Expected
Kate provided an update on the school audit RFP, confirming that the contract was signed months ago and the audit firm, CBIS, is collecting necessary documents. The town has provided all available information, and efforts are underway to secure school-specific data. The audit is expected to take approximately one month after data receipt, with a projected completion around September. [cite: 290-301, 304-308, 319-327]
School Audit Progress: Contract Signed, Data Collection Underway, September Completion Expected
Kate provided an update on the school audit RFP, confirming that the contract was signed months ago and the audit firm, CBIS, is collecting necessary documents. The town has provided all available information, and efforts are underway to secure school-specific data. The audit is expected to take approximately one month after data receipt, with a projected completion around September. [cite: 290-301, 304-308, 319-327]
Resident Critiques Town Meeting Organization, Voting Procedure
A resident expressed disappointment with the town meeting's organization, citing issues with voter clicker availability, lack of due diligence in securing them from other towns, and potential issues with venue setup. Concerns were raised about the town clerk's vacation prior to the meeting and a new employee's inexperience. The resident also alleged an illegal procedure during a vote transition from voice to standing vote, emphasizing the importance of adhering to rules. [cite: 39-69, 71, 77]
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