Deerfield Finance Committee approves $33,000 in reserve and appropriation transfers. Chair Julie Chalfant presided as the committee unanimously approved $22,000 for Tilton Library utility costs, $4,000 for general insurance, and $7,000 to correct a recreation staff salary budget error. The
Deerfield Energy Conservation Committee schedules its July 16 meeting and reviews climate strategy progress. Chair David Gilbert-Keith noted the committee's focus on energy savings through electrification, replacing equipment with electric alternatives. The committee reported no progress on a Green
Deerfield Ad Hoc Senior Housing Committee approves removal RFP, names TRIAD liaison. The committee designated Pam Predmore liaison to TRIAD, which coordinates senior utility assistance and food delivery programs. Members unanimously approved prior meeting minutes and received a completed
Deerfield Planning Board advances accessory dwelling unit bylaw amendments. Denise Mason, Planning Board Chair, convened the June 15 meeting to review revised Chapter 179 amendments that would allow local ADUs up to 1,200 square feet by special permit while preserving existing provisions. The board
Selectboard approves bridge easements and EMS chief. The board unanimously accepted temporary construction easements for the Stillwater Bridge replacement on Upper Road, with Chair Blake Gilmore authorized to execute all necessary documents as MassDOT moves the project to bidding. Members also
Deerfield's Ad Hoc Senior Housing Committee discussed environmental assessment and potential development of church properties June 10. A brownfields report on the church and rectory found asbestos and oil tanks, with abatement costs estimated between 210,000 dollars and 280,000 dollars, according
Deerfield's 1888 Building renovation remains on track for November substantial completion. The 1888 Building Advisory Committee confirmed the project is moving through finish phases with rough-in work complete, according to Rob Todisco of P3, the project manager. Five formal change orders totaling
Deerfield Board of Assessors completes annual reorganization with unanimous votes on new leadership roles. Charles Shattuck was elected chair while Frank Leone was appointed to the Community Preservation Committee and Paul Olszewski to the Capital Improvements Committee. The three-member board also
Tilton Library Trustees unanimously approve two new facility policies at June 3 meeting. The board approved the Community Room Policy and Study Rooms Policy, and Library Director Candace Bradbury reported the capital campaign has raised $1.64 million toward its $2 million goal, including a recent
Deerfield seniors committee explores fuel assistance, Housing Trust formation. Chair Lili Dwight and members C. Blake Gilmore, Pam Predmore, and Carolyn Shores Ness discussed donation mechanisms to support fuel and utility assistance through South County Triad or Community Action, considering
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