The Watershed Study Subcommittee met September 14, 2026, with members Elizabeth Lavallee, Cathy Eby, Ted Graham, and Joanne Santospago present. They received updates on Pleasant and Scoby ponds, including VLAP 2025 water quality results and the addition of a volunteer for 2027 water sampling. All members agreed Cathy and Elizabeth could complete minor changes to the WSSC summary report without another meeting and to use the NHDES spelling "Scobie Pond." The minutes for the August meeting were approved. The committee approved the FTN article "Call to Action" for November and an accompanying photo. The finalized WSSC summary report will be presented by Elizabeth at the Conservation Commission meeting on October 5, 2026, at 7 pm.
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The August 20, 2026 minutes were reviewed. The committee addressed Right to Know questions and established SharePoint access, folders, and naming conventions. Department Heads were issued a budget directive, due September 14. The agenda included reviews of 2026 year-to-date budget versus actual figures, revenue, and state funding. The committee analyzed inflationary drivers and reviewed the budget cycle timeline and project plan. A Community Engagement Plan was discussed. The committee formulated a recommendation for an alternate seat to the Select Board.
The BAC’s primary deliverables for 2027 were outlined: recommending the town operating budget to the Select Board, advising on the Budget Directive, conducting revenue analysis, analyzing inflationary pressures, and preparing a submission for the Annual Report. The committee will produce a standalone 2027 Budget Report for taxpayers and a PowerPoint for Town Meeting in collaboration with the Town Administrator.
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SPEAKER_2’s July meeting minutes were accepted. Ed Gagnon presented two concepts and budget feasibility for a sliding C&D gate. Construction of the "Still Good Shed" door remains on schedule for fall. The committee reviewed Bay State book company bin operations and feedback from Linda Lindgren’s FTN article. An update on the new transfer station attendant was provided. The committee plans a fall tour of Naughton & Sons. The committee discussed the status of updating the recycling fee structure and website information. SPEAKER_2 presented a comparison of 2025 and 2026 revenues and expenses for four recyclables. The committee discussed making recycling containers available at town events and reviewed the annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). No votes, dollar amounts, or specific appointments were recorded. The next meeting date, time, and location were scheduled.
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Attendees unanimously accepted July meeting minutes. The committee agreed to keep cash payments for resident convenience, with Linda suggesting a paper receipt book to improve record-keeping. regarding a Capital Improvement Plan, Sarah Pyle and Ed Gagnon will collaborate on requests for the next 5-10 years, specifically citing a future rebuild of the Still Good Shed building.
For immediate safety, the committee agreed to upgrade from propane heaters to a vented system like a Renai heater to prevent CO2 poisoning; Ed Gagnon will check with Rick Miller for available equipment. A C&D gate installation was prioritized to capture revenue, estimated initially at $650. To address recycling at town events, members agreed to provide clear signage and services. Linda Lindgren will write an article for The Francestown News with disposal policy and recycling information. The next meeting is set for October 20, 2026, at 3:30 pm.
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The Budget & Advisory Committee convened on September 3, 2026. The agenda included reviewing minutes from August 20, 2026, and updating on SharePoint access, folders, and naming conventions. The committee reviewed revenue and state funding, along with the 2026 Year-to-Date Budget versus Actual figures. An Inflationary Drivers Analysis was presented. A budget directive was issued to Department Heads, due September 14. The budget cycle timeline and project plan were reviewed. The committee discussed a taxpayer outreach and engagement plan. Deliverables for 2027 include recommending the town operating budget to the Select Board, advising on the Budget Directive, conducting Revenue and Inflationary pressures analysis, and preparing a one-pager for the bound Annual Report. They will also create a standalone 2027 Budget Report for taxpayers and a PowerPoint for Town Meeting in collaboration with the Town Administrator. The committee meets the first and third Thursday of each month at 7:00PM in the Town Offices.
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