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Aug 20, 2026

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Stormwater Fee Credit Policy Updated

Published Aug 20, 2026

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Briefing

May 13, 2026

Water and Sewer Rates Approved for FY2027

The Commission approved FY2027 water and sewer rate schedules, including a 5% sewer user-fee increase, a 12.5% water user-fee increase, and a proposed Sewer Improvement Fee increase from $40.07 to $60 per gallon of new wastewater flow. Assessment of smart-meter opt-out charges was deferred for one year while staff evaluates the actual service costs and customer interest.

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Briefing

Apr 27, 2026

Commission Rejects Composting Plan Recommendation

The Public Works Commission unanimously recommended that no action be taken on amended Article 42, which proposed a town-wide composting rate-payer program.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Apr 8, 2026

Commission Supports Flexible Solar Policy

The Commission unanimously recommended affirmative action on an amended solar rooftop article that urges a Select Board policy rather than mandating a bylaw. The change would allow flexibility for unsuitable buildings, waivers, and future technology.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Mar 17, 2026

Commission backs $600,000 facilities planning request

The Public Works Commission unanimously recommended affirmative action on a $600,000 request for professional services to advance municipal facilities planning. The funds would support a public safety headquarters feasibility study ($350,000), public works campus planning ($150,000), and municipal office consolidation assessment ($100,000).

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Feb 11, 2026

Wright Tavern Wastewater Appeal Approved

The commission unanimously approved the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust’s appeal for increased wastewater capacity at 2-6 Lexington Road. The request is for 2,215 gallons per day at peak design flow, while staff said the 12-month average impact would be about 50% lower and existing system capacity is available.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jan 14, 2026

Stormwater Fee Credit Policy Updated

The commission unanimously approved updates to the policy and administration of credits related to stormwater utility fees, based on a January 8 memorandum. The minutes do not specify the individual credit changes.

1 min readMunicipal coverage