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The board unanimously approved a statement for Town Meeting Warrant Article 9 recognizing long-term environmental concerns about artificial turf, including microplastic pollution, and advising consideration of natural turf or more fully certified artificial turf options.
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The board does not oppose the Chandler Road project article but wants Town Meeting voters to understand potential environmental impacts from artificial turf. It specifically cited runoff, persistent pollutants, and possible effects on human and wildlife populations. The board also finalized speakers and recommendations for several other warrant articles.
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