Select Board — August 10, 2026
The meeting will begin with the acceptance of several grants and donations, including over $65,000 for Police Department 911 support, approximately $10,000 for 911 training, and over $86,000 for the Council on Aging. The Town Manager will also present staff appointments for the DPW and Human Resources, requesting to waive the 15-day wait period for several roles.
Following appointments to various advisory committees, the board will address business items including a wayfinding presentation, updates on retiree health insurance, and a vote on WCCP Projects-Care Custody Control. The agenda also includes the Town Manager's evaluation, discussions on the State Primary Election Warrant, and the kickoff for the Long Range Financial Planning Committee.
On the agenda
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Acceptance of $65,826 State 911 Support & Incentive Grant
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Acceptance of $86,368 Office of Aging and Independence Formula Grant
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Town Manager's Evaluation
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WCCP Projects-Care Custody Control vote
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Retiree Health Insurance update
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Appointments to Cable Advisory, Cultural Council, and Street Tree Committee
Why this matters
Residents should monitor the Town Manager's evaluation and the upcoming Long Range Financial Planning processes, as these impact municipal leadership and future fiscal policy. Decisions on WCCP projects and retiree health insurance may also affect service delivery and town obligations.
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