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Government · Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors signs $4.9 million in FY2027 commitments

The Northfield Board of Assessors signs $4.9 million in FY2027 assessment commitments. Members Alice Lord, Robert MacEwen, and Bethany Walker signed warrants for real estate at approximately $3.8 million, personal property at $1.12 million, and Community Preservation Act funds at $13,742, following

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Government · Energy Committee

Energy Committee advances library heat pump project

Northfield Energy Committee moved the library heat pump installation toward completion with work expected in one to two weeks after design revisions reduced costs. The committee discussed developing a street lighting proposal for selectboard presentation, obtaining updated solar assessment

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Committee Selects PMA as EMS Project Manager

The Emergency Services Building Committee selected PMA as the first-choice Owner Project Manager for a new emergency services facility. Voting 4-2, the committee also backed CMS as second choice, with Town Administrator Andrea Llamas reporting that one reference would not hire CMS again because of

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Government · Recreation Commission

Recreation Commission plans funding as director vacancy opens

Northfield Recreation Commission authorizes $13,646 for summer programs as interim director takes over. Amanda Zellman, appointed to the interim Summer Program Director role at the May 26 Selectboard meeting, brings child-care experience and is pursuing an educator's degree. The commission

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Government · Board of Health

Board of Health approves permits, directs tobacco enforcement action

Northfield Board of Health approves construction permits, orders tobacco sales enforcement action. The board unanimously approved a well permit for 20 Pine Road and voted to approve septic design and permit applications for two Mt Hermon Station Road properties, with one member abstaining. Chair

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Government · Select Board

Select Board authorizes traffic safety letter to regional agencies

Northfield Select Board authorizes regional traffic safety assistance request. Police Chief Jon Hall prompted the action following resident concerns about speeding and pedestrian safety on Main Street and Millers Falls Road. The board authorized Chair Barbara Jacque to sign a letter requesting the

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Government · Council on Aging

Council on Aging hires new director for June start

Council on Aging transitions directors as budget approves Memory Cafe. Chair Margaret Livingstone reported that the Council's fiscal year budget was approved at Annual Town Meeting, including funding increases for the Senior Tax Work-off program, a new part-time position, and $3,000 annually for

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