Town of Salisbury

The Salisbury Select Board held a meeting that included updates from the Highway Department regarding snowstorms and road maintenance. The Town Clerk discussed the Town Reports, a request from the Town of Ripton to speak at the Town Meeting, and absentee ballots. The Treasurer reported on the change of investment platforms, the Stormwater Permit application for the Landfill Closure, and budget status reports. The board discussed the Town Meeting, a nuisance dog issue, and the ACSWD's plans. New business included a CLA Appeal/Reappraisal, the appointment of a Delinquent Tax Collector, DRB meetings, and a reappraisal of the town.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several topics, including highway maintenance updates, digitizing town records, ARPA fund allocation, and an easement on Upper Plains Road. The board appointed a new member to the DRB and a DRB Clerk. They also discussed a potential trail development, a cannabis survey, an access permit for Mason West, the town office rental space, and traffic issues at the intersection of Route 53 and Upper Plains Road. Additionally, the board addressed delinquent taxes and authorized payment of bills.

The Salisbury Select Board meeting included discussions on the Maple Broadband project, including updates on grant funding and challenges related to material scarcity and skilled labor. The board also discussed the use of ARPA funds for various projects, such as wastewater and drinking water infrastructure, housing and community development, and upgrades to town computers and fire department equipment. Additionally, the board considered a proposal for digitizing historic documents and decided not to mail ballots to all voters for all elections. The board also discussed a tax sale spreadsheet and authorized payment of bills.

The meeting addressed several key areas, including discussions on library investment account funds, cemetery projects, and highway maintenance. The board discussed a paving grant application, roadside mowing, and culvert replacements. The board also approved funding for land record index cards. Updates were provided on a potential vaccination clinic and the Planning Commission's meeting arrangements. The BLSG issue and ARPA recovery funds were also discussed. The Planning Commission's letter regarding the digester and its valuation were addressed, along with concerns about delinquent taxes and the town's swim program.

The meeting included discussions on increasing the Library budget, funding for the Town Forest Survey, highway maintenance and equipment, and town clerk matters. The board discussed VLCT online trainings for Town Meeting, open positions, cable work for the Cott researchers' station, and a proposal for the Patriot Assess Pro AP5 software. The board also discussed ARPA funds, the Salisbury/Cornwall Covered Bridge, OCWICD bylaws, the Town Report cover and dedication, and the General Fund Budget.