The Select Board voted 3-2 to pursue a tax override to keep the library open; the motion states that the library would close if the override fails. The minutes do not provide an override amount or election date.
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What this means
The board chose to pursue voter-approved additional tax funding for library services. Two broader override proposals failed, including one that would have addressed public safety cuts, the full school assessment, snow and ice costs, and retiree benefit funding. The board also terminated the expired host community agreement with Soulflower, Inc. and approved a new Class II auto dealer’s license for CTS Auto, LLC, subject to required conditions.
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Voted 3-2 to pursue an override to keep the library open; the motion states that the library would close if the override fails.
Rejected 2-3 a broader override covering proposed public safety cuts, the full school assessment, the snow and ice deficit, reduced use of OPEB funds for retiree benefits, and continued library operations.
Rejected 2-3 a smaller override proposal tied to preserving library services and exploring whether to stop funding non-mandated busing.
Terminated the Host Community Agreement with Soulflower, Inc. based on the agreement’s expiration.
Approved CTS Auto, LLC’s Class II Auto Dealer’s License for 470 Temple Street, subject to character references, payment of the license fee, a required surety bond, and final inspection; the existing license for Mass Auto World, Inc. will be rescinded when the new license is issued.
Approved renewal of three taxi/livery licenses and driver certificates for April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, subject to required paperwork and fees.
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