The Select Board approved minutes from August 25th public and non-public sessions, voting to seal the non-public minutes. Regarding the Jackson Historical Society, the building received a certificate of occupancy except for the elevator, which is scheduled for completion Thursday pending state inspection. A soft opening is planned for the weekend. The board approved a cemetery lot agreement for Dawson Santoro (lot 750D). Jen Hayes was appointed to the Jackson Public Library Board of Trustees following Laurel Smith's resignation, and Mike Snyder was appointed as the alternate member. The board approved a short-term rental permit for Map V2, lot 37A, and issued a violation notice to Vin Orlando at 13 Rogers location for exceeding occupancy limits. The Dana Place Road Stream Crossing discussion was tabled to September 29th. Upcoming meetings are set for September 29th, October 13th, and October 27th at 3:30 p.m.
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI-WJWcN7gc
The Planning Board approved August 13, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. Members accepted a short-term rental application for the Dryer property on Black Mountain Road. The application was corrected from village to residential rural district. The Board scheduled a community master plan meeting for October 28, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Whitney Center. Six facilitated discussion groups will address plan sections including housing, conservation, and transportation. A survey regarding the master plan will be distributed at the town office and post office. Selectman Thompson's discussion on cul-de-sac setback ordinances was deferred to a future meeting. The Board discussed potential tax relief zones and road standards but took no formal action. Planning Board subcommittees will meet next week. The next regular Planning Board meeting is October 8.
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1DFu8wwPAk
The Conservation Commission accepted August meeting minutes via motion, with one member abstaining. Speakers discussed prospect Farm maintenance, noting Rick Davis' work at month's end and Michael's upcoming involvement. regarding Jackson Falls bank stabilization, the Commission approved a proposal proposed by SPEAKER_1: the Commission will commit to funding up to $45,000, with the remaining approximately $45,000 requested from the town via warrant article. The Commission will also investigate potential grant funding. a public meeting is scheduled for October 5th at 6:30 p.m. to present the plan, funding proposal, and gather input. The Commission has already spent approximately $18,000-$19,000 on engineering for the project. Other business included a resource inventory update and discussion of a potential erosion issue at a private property, where speakers advised the concerned resident to contact the town.
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYiVB4sP678
The Jackson Planning Board Subcommittee met on September 4, 2026. One thousand two hundred thirty-nine survey letters targeting registered voters and taxpayers will be mailed next week containing a participation link. Donated prizes totaling approximately $2,800 from local businesses will be offered. The committee agreed to use Whitney Center for a public meeting on October 28, featuring breakout groups on topics including housing, neighborhood planning, natural hazards, and economic development. Facilitators will employ a three-part framework: current state, problems, and future vision. A second meeting is scheduled for January to review survey results. The next subcommittee meeting is set for October 7 at 7 p.m.
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsGd8Rp-Xrw
SPEAKER_1 and SPEAKER_1 approved minutes from the August 11th public meeting by unanimous vote. Melissa Marott was appointed as Deputy Treasurer via unanimous vote. The Board discussed a Jackson Falls stabilization plan by Headwaters Hydrology estimated at $86,000, with wetlands permit costs noted as significant. The goal is to hold a public meeting next month or in October for resident input. A report on Black Mountain Ski Area's erosion issues was presented, showing unstabilized land and sediment discharge; representatives appealed the town's enforcement, citing pre-existing use and ongoing engineering fixes. The Board voted to approve the Eastfield Road agreement, contingent on the High Pastures Association's execution. A $100 cemetery lot agreement for Thomas Kahi (lot 750-C) and new simplified building permits for electrical, plumbing, generators, and signs were approved. The next Select Board meeting is September 15th at 3:30 p.m.