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Select Board Meeting June 23, 2026
Published: Jun 23, 2026
Leicester to Advertise for New Emergency Management Director
The Leicester Select Board discussed the need to fill the vacant position of Emergency Management Director after Jason Main resigned. The board considered the reporting structure, with the position reporting directly to the Select Board and being a stipend-based role. Suggestions included advertising the position and forming a screening committee. There was also a discussion about potentially aligning the Emergency Management Director role under the Fire Department, as is common in other communities, or maintaining it as a neutral position. Ultimately, the board decided to advertise the position and select the most qualified candidate.
Leicester Select Board Deliberates Fire Chief Hiring Process, Considers Department Restructuring
The Leicester Select Board discussed the process for hiring a new Fire Chief following the departure of the current Chief. The board considered separating the Fire and EMS departments, moving to a part-time chief, and potentially having an administrative assistant in the station. They reviewed proposed responsibilities, duties, qualifications, and skills for the Fire Chief role, incorporating feedback from the fire department. The board decided to deliberate further on these structural changes and postponed a vote on the immediate hiring process, emphasizing the need for thorough consideration and acknowledging that the department can continue to function under the current structure in the interim. They also discussed the possibility of appointing an interim chief to provide immediate structure and ensure continuity.
Leicester Select Board Approves Numerous Committee and Departmental Appointments
The Select Board approved several committee and departmental appointments. This included approving firefighters and EMS personnel, with one member abstaining from the firefighter vote due to concerns about the reappointment process for employees. They also approved appointments for Code Inspectional Services, a Parket and Tickets Hearing Officer, part-time police employees, and senior services. A clarification was made regarding the authority for appointing members to the Advisory Committee, confirming it rests with the moderator, select chair, and advisory chair, not the entire Select Board.
Leicester Select Board Approves Contract Renewals, Including Police and DPW
The Leicester Select Board discussed and approved various contract renewals and extensions, including those for EMS, DPW, town planners, and principals. They also approved contracts for police officers and supervisors separately. One member expressed reservations about the police contract due to the town's financial situation, but the contract was approved. The board also reviewed and planned to finalize departmental contracts at a future meeting, with a reminder to submit any proposed changes in advance.
Leicester Explores Options for Public Tree Maintenance Amidst Budget Constraints
The Select Board discussed options for public tree maintenance, including the town performing the work in-house, contracting with an owner-operator, renting equipment, or pursuing inter-municipal agreements. The discussion highlighted the need for equipment like a bucket truck and wood chipper if done in-house, the cost-effectiveness of renting, and the potential benefits of collaborating with neighboring towns. The board also touched upon the existing notification process for hazardous trees on private property and the possibility of grants for emergency removals. The decision was deferred to a future meeting to allow for further research and consideration of all options, including potential grant funding and inter-municipal agreements.
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