Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Michael J. Blanchard’s organization
Oct 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board Of Selectmen Meeting
The board discussed a recommendation for a 3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for the upcoming year. The presentation covered the rationale for the increase, which aimed to balance employee competitiveness with current economic indicators such as inflation, housing, and healthcare costs. Discussions also included a review of comparable community compensation practices, municipal wage trends, and recent turnover data. Concerns regarding recruitment challenges and the importance of maintaining a competitive compensation structure to support employee retention were highlighted.
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The meeting featured an interview for a candidate seeking to join the Planning Board. Key discussion topics included the candidate's motivation for serving, the importance of balancing the preservation of the town's character with the need for development, and significant challenges related to housing, including state mandates, affordable housing initiatives, and accessory dwelling units. The board also discussed the potential for town center redevelopment, the need to update the master plan, the careful development of town bylaws, how to handle disagreements among board members, and effective strategies for public outreach, education, and addressing misinformation.
Sep 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town Meeting Review Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed various improvements for the Town Meeting. Key topics included the identification of a candidate for the Town Meeting Marshall role and the refinement of Equal Time Rules, specifically regarding presentation time limits and rebuttal opportunities. The committee also addressed potential updates to the Social Media Policy to better handle misleading information, strategies for increasing Town Meeting attendance through education and local outreach, and the implementation of an updated presentation slide template that incorporates brand standards and clearer explanations of voting outcomes.
Sep 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Library Trustees Agenda
The meeting agenda includes the welcoming of new members, reports from the Friend's group and the Director, and a vote regarding the Director's evaluation. Key administrative items include the election of officers for the 2026-27 cycle, such as the Chair and Secretary, along with the assignment of committee roles. Further discussion topics include policy updates, the potential reallocation of excess donation funds, and the scheduling of the future meeting calendar.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
