Town of Winchester Board of Selectmen Regular Meeting
The Board focused on the second of three meetings regarding the Anticoagulant Rodenticide Ordinance. Key discussions also included reviewing questions for an upcoming budget meeting with the Winchester Public Schools and The Gilbert School, as well as evaluating policies concerning the confidentiality and disclosure of information regarding executive sessions.
Oct 19, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Selectmen Regular Meeting
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The board honored the public service of the late Dennis Drestell with a resolution. Other key discussion topics included the status of a future study being conducted by the Board of Education, maintenance and safety concerns regarding a fence along the river, a review of charter revision questions including changes to the Town Clerk and Registrar of Voters positions, and a discussion regarding lakefront property regulations. The board also addressed the need for improved signage for building access.
Oct 5, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Town of Winchester Board of Selectmen Regular Meeting
The board discussed several key topics including a proposed anticoagulant rodenticide policy for municipal properties and the authorization of Nips funds for a riverbank cleanup project along the Mad River. Additional agenda items covered emergency appropriations for elevator repairs, town facilities upgrades, ARPA project closeouts, the approval of the 2027 meeting schedule, and potential budget issues. An executive session was scheduled to discuss the sale of town-owned properties.
Sep 21, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Selectmen Regular Meeting
The meeting addressed community concerns including a request for a memorial for 9/11, issues with speeding in residential areas, and the proposed implementation of a written policy to restrict the use of rodenticides on town property to protect wildlife. Additionally, updates were provided regarding the transition of the town's web domain, progress on the Sue Grossman Trail, the release of the Safe Streets for All plan, and improvements to the Bridge Street intersection. The town manager confirmed the receipt of a FEMA grant for emergency management.