Select Board Select Board Meeting
The meeting opened with a note of appreciation for a departing staff member. The board heard several public comments regarding critical town issues. Residents raised concerns about the management of the Steven Palmer apartments, particularly regarding tenant relocation and future planning for the site. Additionally, community members discussed the poor condition of local baseball fields and the impact of upcoming school construction on athletic facilities. Residents also voiced strong concerns regarding the proposed school building project, citing issues with its high cost, excessive size, and specific design elements, such as the inclusion of a fourth floor and media suites, urging the board to seek cost reductions before proceeding with an override vote.