Library board reviewed building maintenance needs and staffing transitions at Meekins Library. Director Beverly Bullock reported roof repairs below flashing, ice dam prevention, and state-level elevator inspection, with architect Dan Bonham recommending contractors for the work. Staff member MK
Williamsburg Energy Committee endorsed the narrowly passed Specialized Stretch Code and advanced Climate Leader designation. The Committee, meeting June 8, discussed the Town Meeting vote that approved the code by 18 votes and committed to expanded public education on climate initiatives. The town
Williamsburg Conservation Commission approved highway maintenance order for DPW operations. The commission unanimously approved an order of conditions for routine highway maintenance in wetland areas, establishing a streamlined framework requiring notification, site visits, pre-construction
Newly formed Shade Tree Committee charts community tree-planting event. The committee--Pam Acheson, Dean Acheson, Eva Wetzel, and Tom Bodo--identified civic groups including Lions Club, senior center, and churches as potential sponsors and labor sources. Proposed planting sites span the Public
Williamsburg approves $10.5 million FY2027 budget with strong voter support. The Annual Town Meeting voted unanimously to adopt the $10,473,326 budget under Article 10, incorporating $265,000 from Free Cash to reduce the tax rate and raising $8,274,807 from taxation. Water and sewer enterprise
The Water & Sewer Commission unanimously approved water and sewer warrants and reviewed operational updates. Chair Eric Cerreta and members Don Lawton, Paul Sanderson, and James Packard (Martin Sullivan absent) heard from Water Operator Bryan Osetek that the state is open to hanging the water main
Energy Committee coordinated Stretch Code outreach for June 1 Town Meeting vote. Members distributed 75 to 100 fact sheets at the recycling center and planned additional distribution at the Town Meeting Preview Forum and the meeting itself, emphasizing financial benefits and grant eligibility for
Williamsburg Board of Library Trustees unanimously approved May financial reports, accepting a $77,997 bequest from the Estate of Jean York for the Greta Carey Fund. Director Beverly Bullock's contract, previously approved by the Select Board, includes a 5 percent salary increase and planned
Shade Tree Committee names Tom Bodo secretary with formal posting duties. Agendas must be posted 48 hours before each meeting as a PDF and email; minutes due within 48 hours afterward. The four-member panel, including Tom Por, Eva Wetzel, and Lily Carone, discussed a summer planting event tied to
Williamsburg Conservation Commission unanimously approved a conservation restriction for Beaver Brook property. The measure passed after months of negotiations with property trustees and the Trails Committee. Commission Chair Joe Rogers explained the trustees must provide annual notification of
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