The Planning Board held public hearings for several site development projects. A request for a special permit, site plan approval, and stormwater management permit at 61 Railroad Street was continued. The board discussed a project proposal from the New England Power Company for a substation upgrade at 599 Spring Street, which requires site plan review, earth removal, and land disturbance permits; this hearing was continued to allow for further review of project details and peer comments. A request for site plan approval and a stormwater management permit at School Street was also continued.
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The committee reviewed progress on several ongoing initiatives, including the Discovery Map application process, visitor kiosk renovations, Toy Town Christmas promotions, and potential upgrades to Farmers Market signage. Further business included planning for bike-path furnishings, reviewing sections of the Town Master Plan to prioritize future economic development, discussing grant applications for kayak access, and streamlining business permitting processes. The committee assigned action items regarding project completions and outreach for upcoming meetings.
Jul 13, 2026·Board meeting
Town of Winchendon Board of Selectmen Meeting Minutes
The joint meeting included the Board of Health, during which a new Board of Health member was appointed. The Board held a public hearing regarding a pole petition for River Street, which was approved. Additional business included accepting a resignation and making new appointments to the Economic Development Task Force, as well as reappointing members to various town boards and committees. Licenses were approved for several community events. The Town Manager provided updates on tax bills, audits, and department staffing. The Board also discussed the Mount Grace Land Trust conservation restriction, a community conversations presentation, the renaming of the Buy Recycled Policy, and the acceptance of Robinson Broadhurst and DCR Rail Trail grants. Furthermore, the Board approved new penalty fees for water and sewer meter replacements and initiated a discussion regarding the current status and future review of the Communications Committee.
Apr 13, 2026·Board meeting
Town Of Winchendon Board Of Selectmen Meeting Minutes
The meeting included a presentation from the Winchendon Commission on Disabilities regarding town event accessibility. The Town Manager provided updates on the financial conversion to Munis, excessive snow and ice budget expenditures, and upcoming road paving projects. The Board voted to remove a Parks and Recreation enterprise fund warrant article from consideration. Additional topics included the recognition of an Eagle Scout, a review of administrative policies concerning fraud and identity theft, the acceptance of a donation for an Easter Egg Hunt, and a public discussion regarding a potential tax underride ballot question.
