Hinsdale Council on Aging extends yoga class, books fall speakers. The board unanimously approved extending its afternoon yoga program four weeks through October 29, following strong initial attendance of 10 participants. The council confirmed a series of fall luncheons featuring guest speakers:
Finance Committee hears reports on grants, infrastructure delays, and capital pressures. Chairman Shaun Galliher reported that Town Accountant Charlie Brown certified Free Cash with no concerning spending trends, and Road Superintendent Jamie Callahan has secured approximately $330,000 in grant
Select Board continues acting sergeant pending broader police review. Acting Police Chief Bruce Cullett recommended permanent appointment of Acting Sergeant David Tarjick, who has managed records administration and firearms licensing since January. Board Member Margaret Gregory moved to continue
Hinsdale Conservation Commission unanimously approved three wetlands permits and closed a 22-year-old pool compliance case at its September 8 meeting. Chair Ken Boudreau, members Ray Huntoon and Richard Littlefield, and Agent Mia Giardina approved a Certificate of Compliance for Michael J.
Hinsdale Lake Committee scheduled a September 15 Phragmites treatment for Ashmere and Plunkett lakes. Chair Monica Montferret's committee heard from Solitude Lake Management that an August Bladderwort treatment was effective but incomplete, with warm June weather contributing to continued spread.
The Board of Assessors voted to establish a dual co-chair leadership structure at its August 25, 2026 meeting. Viv Mason moved that she and Laura Galliher share board leadership as co-chairs, and the board voted unanimously to approve the new arrangement.
Conservation Commission approves tree removal with spring replanting conditions. The Conservation Commission unanimously approved removal of five dead trees within 100 feet of Lake Ashmere at 144 White Birch Lane on condition that three red maples be planted by spring 2027, with Wendy Kisseloff,
Council on Aging plans September through December luncheon series with speakers. Eight members approved prior July minutes and the August treasurer's report unanimously. The group scheduled fall events with speakers including Dan Kaufman on maple sugaring and the Grand Canyon, and a Susan B Anthony
Finance Committee reviews water and sewer rate increases for fiscal 2027. The committee unanimously accepted the minutes of its July 14 meeting and voted unanimously to pay the annual membership invoice for the Massachusetts Municipal Association of Town Finance Committees. Chairman Shaun Galliher
Planning Board held August 4 meeting to receive Ashmere Lake ANR presentation. Chair Chris Montferret, Secretary Keith Harrison, and Member Kore Longdyke attended. Hill Eng engineer John Macolini presented the Approval Not Required plan for Ashmere Lake Real Estate combining with Art Camp.
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