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Issue · Danvers, MA

South Essex Sewer District Funding and Prop 2.5 Bypass

SESD seeks state legislation to exceed Prop 2.5 levy limits for 30-year-old equipment replacement amid significant debt.

Overview

SESD presented plan to address aging infrastructure and debt via state legislation bypassing Prop 2.5 limits. Board and committee voiced caution over taxpayer impact and long-term debt.

Arguments against
Bypass directly impacts taxpayers' ability to limit property tax increases
select-board 2026-05-07
Against
What's next

Board to evaluate proposed guardrails and limits before taking position on legislation

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