Select Board — July 15, 2026
Allegations of dishonesty face procedural defense at Select Board meeting
While a resident expressed strong dissatisfaction and threatened litigation, the board remained professional and the meeting proceeded with unanimous votes on all agenda items.
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During the July 15 Select Board meeting, a significant issue of public trust surfaced regarding the search for Plainfield's next Town Administrator.
A resident used the public comment period to accuse Town Administrator Halleran of lying about the search process and threatened legal action. This highlights an escalating tension regarding how the town communicates major transitions to its residents.
The Select Board responded by emphasizing that they are working with a consultant to facilitate an inclusive search process. While the Board granted permission to officially post the position on July 15, their response focused on the administrative timeline and the composition of the search committee rather than directly addressing the allegations of dishonesty.
As the town moves toward a January 1 target for a new hire, the community is watching closely to see if the search process will rebuild trust or further deepen the divide between residents and town leadership.
Public impact
Replacement of the town's chief administrative officer.
The board granted permission to officially post the position.
The search process continues with a goal for the new hire to be ready by January 1st.
Topics discussed
Residents provided updates on Community Power's utility rates and the role of the Public Health Council.
Information was shared with the Select Board and public.
A resident expressed dissatisfaction regarding town communications and the Town Administrator search process.
The board addressed the resident's concerns regarding the search timeline and communication.
The search process continues with the goal of having a new hire ready by January 1st.
Various town departments provided updates on police, fire, highway, and town office activities.
Departmental activities were formally reported to the board.
Ditching work will continue on Croydon Turnpike; IT upgrades and .gov project are to kick off.
The board discussed the status and processes for hiring a new Town Administrator and a part-time Bookkeeper.
Permission was granted to post for the Town Administrator position.
Town office staff to begin meeting with candidates for the part-time bookkeeper position.
Controversy & dissent
Potentially controversial issues
Town Administrator Search Process
Community vs. board tension
Public comment
Decisions logged
Action items
Member positions
Positions marked ~ are inferred from context and may not reflect the member's explicitly stated position. UNCLEAR means the vote was split but the record did not name how this member voted — it is not a “yes.”
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