Town of Washington

The meeting included reports from town officials regarding scholarship funds, highway repair requests, and progress on FEMA projects, including the Johnson Lane Bridge replacement and Lidar mapping of the village center. The board tabled discussion on a new contract with Barre Town EMS and authorized a request letter regarding a property tax rate appeal. Approval was granted for a walk-in flu vaccine clinic and the temporary closure of Jailhouse Road for upcoming performances. Additionally, the board discussed personnel policy updates, enforcement of the junk car ordinance, potential amendments to the firearms ordinance, and the need for new bids for a financial audit. Plans to develop a job description for an appointed treasurer were initiated, and the status of requests from the NEKCV were reviewed.

The meeting includes discussions and potential actions regarding the Road Inventory Grant, bid reviews for the Poor Farm Road and Johnson Lane Bridge, and the administration of Justice of the Peace ballots.

The meeting included reports on town operations, including dumpster rental and various road and bridge projects. Bids were opened for engineering services on Poor Farm Road and the Johnson Lane Bridge replacement. Officials presented information on river corridor and floodplain management, with commitments to update local emergency management and hazard mitigation plans. Additionally, the board discussed ATV ordinance adjustments, town employee benefits, general liability audits, and the formation of a committee to identify alternate cell tower sites. State road and bridge standards were adopted, and approval was granted for a road closure for a community celebration. The board also reviewed status updates on various road infrastructure grants.

The meeting focused on the selection of a contractor for the Sky Acres project, with the board voting to award the contract to Duranleau Construction. Members also discussed a proposed cell tower project, ultimately deciding to send a letter of non-support to the Public Review Board following public opposition. Additionally, the board reviewed the replacement of a garage door on the town hall barn, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the structure's historic aesthetic while planning to secure further cost estimates.

The meeting focused on organizational tasks including the swearing in of new members. Key discussion points included coordinating with Regional Planning regarding town plan requirements, researching specific implications of Act 181, and reviewing current permit fees compared to neighboring towns for potential adjustments.