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Energy Committee adjusts grant timeline, narrows solar site options

Energy Committee targets fall grant cycle after spring setback. Judith Wagner and Jim Van Natta, co-chairs, and member Spirit Joseph noted an expeditor's delayed response cost the committee a submission opportunity in the current Green Communities grant round; the committee is now aiming for fall

Conservation Commission supports 82-acre open space preservation

Northfield Conservation Commission backs open space preservation deal. Chair Bill Llewelyn and the commission unanimously endorsed a conservation restriction for 82 acres at 757 Old Wendell Road, with a commitment to send an endorsement letter to the Selectboard. The restriction will permanently

Select Board signs warrant with split on school assessment

Northfield Select Board splits on school funding as warrant advances to town vote. The board voted 3-1-1 not to recommend the school district's PVRS assessment in the town meeting warrant, with Chair Barbara Jacque abstaining because she believed voters should decide and board member Sarah Kerns

Historical Commission backs Centennial House renovation plan

Northfield Historical Commission supports Centennial House accessibility renovation. The commission voted to write a letter of support to the Building Inspector endorsing ADA-compliance improvements at 94 Main Street, which will add an accessible bedroom, accessible bathrooms, and a reception area

Board seeks new health inspector after agent's death

Northfield Board of Health moves to fill inspector vacancy after David Gillis's death. The Board is arranging interim per diem inspections through Charles Kanecki while the Eastern Franklin County Health District searches for a permanent Health Agent serving Northfield, Shutesbury, and Erving.