Belchertown Select Board - September 2, 2025

Описание: Belchertown Select Board - September 2, 2025.
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AI Summary:
The Belchertown Select Board meeting on September 2nd included public comments from Dorothy Creswell and Jim Barry, who advocated for a resolution supporting democracy and constitutional principles in light of perceived threats to these values. The board discussed various community events, including the upcoming Lake Wallace Fall Fest and a one-day liquor license for McCarthy's Pub during the fair weekend. The largest part of the meeting addressed the financial challenges faced by the Hampshire County Group Insurance Trust, with discussions on rate increases and the need for contingency plans. This meeting was attended by members of the School Committee and the Finance Committee who also asked questions and voiced their concerns. The board addressed the importance of timely communication and documentation for Hampshire County Group Insurance Trust meetings, emphasizing the need for a policy regarding the handling of proclamations and public requests, particularly those related to political issues.

0:00 Meeting Called to Order
2:20 Public Comment on the Constitution and Democracy
8:53 Lake Wallace Fall Festival + McCarthy's One Day Liquor License
21:35 Hampshire County Group Insurance Trust
1:34:23 Cold Spring School- Potential Closure and School Committee Meeting
1:43:10 Gold Cane Policy
1:56:25 Posting of Agenda
2:13:56 Sign Policy Discussion for Signage Placement
2:25:19 Town Manager's Report
2:31:04 Next Meeting
2:33:50 Discussion on Dorothy Creswell and Jim Barry's Letter on Democracy and the Constitution
1:56:41 Board Member's Report
3:05:55 Move to Executive Session