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May 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Town of Ashfield Annual Town Meeting
The town meeting addressed a series of articles, including the election of town officers, approval of school and general government budgets, and authorization of various capital projects. The assembly discussed and passed amendments to revolving fund spending limits, zoning bylaws regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to comply with state law, and adjustments to tax exemptions for seniors and veterans. Furthermore, the meeting approved the adoption of Indigenous Peoples' Day and the naming of the transfer station in memory of a long-time public servant.
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The meeting included discussions and votes on various articles, including the election of officers, reports of officers, authorization for compensating balance agreements, authorization to accept/expend grants/gifts to the town, disposal of surplus property, elected officials compensation, authorize non-resident officials to speak, revolving funds, school expenses, Franklin Regional Council of Governments Charter Amendments, general government expenses, public safety expenses, public works expenses, health & human services expenses, culture & recreation expenses, debt services expenses, intergovernmental assessment expenses, employee benefit expenses, OPEB funding, Sewer/WWTP Enterprise Fund, Broadband Enterprise Fund, continuing appropriations, capital projects, solar arrays appropriation, retaining wall debt authorization, town meeting bylaw, tree warden bylaw change, planning board term change, flood hazard district bylaw change, and special permit bylaw change.
Mar 11, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Ashfield Town Caucus Results
The Ashfield Town Caucus was held to nominate candidates for various town positions. Nominations and elections were conducted for the positions of Moderator, Tree Warden, Board of Assessors, Board of Health, Constable, Finance Committee, Parks Commission, School Committee, Select Board, Sewer Commission, Library Trustee, and Planning Board. Several incumbents ran for reelection.
Nov 26, 2024·StrategicPlan
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Town of Ashfield Decarbonization Roadmap 2024-2050
This Decarbonization Roadmap outlines the Town of Ashfield's strategies to achieve complete fossil fuel elimination for municipal buildings and vehicles and reduce overall energy use intensity by 2050. The plan focuses on six key implementation categories: Lighting Retrofits, Weatherization Measures, Envelope/Insulation Improvements, HVAC Electrification and Controls Retrofit, Water Heating Electrification, and Solar PV Installation. These efforts are designed to mitigate climate change, enhance operational efficiency, and transition Ashfield to cleaner energy sources through a phased approach with goals set for 2027, 2030, 2040, and 2050.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
