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Wed Aug 26, 2026
Meeting
Board of Civil Authority hears property tax grievances Aug. 26
The Ludlow Board of Civil Authority will hold hearings on August 26, 2026, at Town Hall to hear grievances from property owners who are appealing the action of the Board of Listers. Five appellants are scheduled, each with a designated time. The hearings will continue until all aggrieved parties who filed timely written grievances are heard.
- Paule Oliveri, 55 Pleasant Street, 3:00PM
- Michael Posner, 84 Harrison Lane J306, 3:15PM
- Jane Callanan, 23 Westwood Unit 1B, 3:30PM
- Ari Bousbib (Sarah Sheehan), Ledgewood F3 with garage, 4:00PM
- Kyle Nelson, Various (telephone), 4:15PM
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TOWN OF LUDLOW
NOTICE OF BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY HEARINGS
BCA Zoom Registration Link
Pursuant to the provisions of 32 V.S.A., section 4404(b), notice is
hereby given that the Board of Civil Authority within and for the
Town of Ludlow will on:
August 26, 2026
Meet at the Town Hall in said town to hear grievances of persons
or other parties who are aggrieved by the action of the Board of
Listers and have timely filed their written grievances with the
Town Clerk. Hearings will continue as scheduled with appellants
until all aggrieved parties are heard.
BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY
BY: Ulla P. Cook DATE: 8/18/2026
Appellant Name Address Appointed Time
Paule Oliveri 55 Pleasant Street 3:00PM
Michael Posner 84 Harrison Lane J306 3:15PM
Jane Callanan 23 Westwood Unit 1B 3:30PM
Ari Bousbib (Sarah Sheehan) Ledgewood F3 with garage 4:00PM
Kyle Nelson Various Telephone 4:15PM
cc: BCA Members
Town Agent
Chairperson, Board of Listers
Appellant
Fri Aug 28, 2026
Meeting
Board of Civil Authority reviews property inspection reports
The Ludlow Board of Civil Authority is meeting to review inspection reports for eight properties, likely related to tax abatements or property assessments. The board may enter a closed deliberative session if needed before handling other business and recessing.
- Inspection reports for TC48B – Trailside Lower IV 48B
- Inspection for Alfred Gates at 331 Town Farm Road
- Inspection for Patricia Archambault at 61 Andover Street
- Inspection for Black River Amato at 100 Main Street
- Inspection for ACP Investments LLC at 1722 Valley View
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AGENDA
BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY
August 28, 2026
3:00PM
Howard Barton Conference Room Town Hall
BCA Hearings Zoom Registration Link
1. Call to order
2. Inspection reports for: TC48B – Trailside Lower IV 48B
Alfred Gates- 331 Town Farm Road
Patricia Archambault- 61 Andover Street
Black River Amato- 100 Main Street
Anne Wingate- 63 Lakeshore Drive
ACP Investments LLC –1722 Valley View
Ghia Farm in Ludlow- 121 Ghia Farm Road
Hot Tub Time Machine – 62 Moonshadow Dr.
Brenda & Brian Diepold – 620 Old Mtn
3. Deliberative session if needed (closed)
4. Other Business
5. Recess.
Mon Sep 14, 2026
Meeting
Ludlow DRB to hear three applications, including Ice House rink size reduction
The Ludlow Development Review Board will hold public hearings on three applications: adding two education outbuildings for the Divided Sky Foundation, reducing the Ice House skating surface from 200x85 feet to 80x40 feet for Okemo LLC, and an appeal by Dr. Lambros Lambrou regarding a conditional use referral for a 7,480 sq ft home in the Ridgeline Protection Overlay District. The board will also review minutes from June 8, 2026.
- Divided Sky Foundation: two small outbuildings for education facilities at 262 Fox Lane Extension (Parcel 040233-000)
- Okemo LLC: reduce Ice House skating surface to 80x40 feet at 111 Jackson Gore Road (Parcel 030206-000)
- Dr. Lambros Lambrou: appeal of Zoning Administrator's referral for a +/-7,480 SF single-family home off Turtle Hill Road (Parcel 090207-250)
- Public hearings for all three applications
- Minutes review for June 8, 2026
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD
MEETING AGENDA
September 14, 2026
Monday - 6:00 P.M.
Topic: Ludlow Development Review Board – Hybrid
Physical Location: Francis J. Heald Auditorium, 37 Depot Street, Ludlow, VT 05149
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/98962539882?pwd=HfjngpQGzVmjBUQEbcn6Rl9HM5y2qG.1
Meeting ID: 989 6253 9882
Passcode: 709528
AGENDA
1.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER:
Roll Call
2.
CHANGES TO AGENDA
3.
PUBLIC HEARING
Applicant:
Divided Sky Foundation Corporation
Property Location:
262 Fox Lane Extension
Ludlow, VT 05149
Parcel ID:
040233-000
Application No
477-21-CUP, Amd. #2
476-21-SP, Amd. #2
478-21-ACT250, Amd. #2
REASON FOR HEARING:
Application is for the proposed addition of two (2) small
outbuildings to be used as education facilities. This project is
located in the Town Residential Commercial 1 district.
4.
PUBLIC HEARING
Applicant:
Okemo Limited Liability Company
Property Location:
111 Jackson Gore Road
Ludlow, VT 05149
Parcel ID:
030206-000
Application No
152-00-PUD, Amd. #29
REASON FOR HEARING:
Application is a proposed amendment to Board Order and
Conditional Use Permit #152-00-PUD, Amd. #17, specifically
page 10 that states the Ice House ice-skating surface shall be 200
feet by 85 feet. This application is to reduce the size of the Ice
House skating surface to 80 feet by 40 feet. This project is located
in the Mountain Recreation district.
5.
PUBLI …
Thu Jul 1, 2027
Meeting
Ludlow Village and Town merge into single municipality effective July 1, 2027
This agenda is the final plan of merger that consolidates the Village of Ludlow into the Town of Ludlow, effective July 1, 2027. The Town becomes the surviving corporation, assuming all village assets, debts, and obligations, including the Electric Light Department and Sewer Plant. The plan establishes a town manager form of governance, defines elected and appointed officers, and creates a new Ludlow Electric Department with a Board of Commissioners. It repeals and replaces the existing charters for both entities.
- Merger of Village into Town, transferring all property and debts to the Town
- Adoption of town manager form of governance
- Creation of Ludlow Electric Department with a Board of 5-7 commissioners
- Establishment of a single Water and Sewer Board with rate-setting authority
- Election of Selectboard, Electric Commissioners, Cemetery Commissioners, and other officers
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Plan of Merger for the Village and Town of Ludlow
FINAL – Effective July 1, 2027
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2027 PLAN OF MERGER
for the
VILLAGE AND TOWN OF LUDLOW
ARTICLE 1. MERGER
§ 1. MERGER OF THE TOWN OF LUDLOW AND THE VILLAGE OF LUDLOW
The Village of Ludlow is hereby merged into the Town of Ludlow. The Town of Ludlow shall be the surviving
municipal corporation. The name of the Town shall remain “Town of Ludlow.” All the former Village of
Ludlow’s tangible property, including that associated with the Electric Light Department and Sewer Plant,
and all intangible property and other assets are hereby transferred to and are now the property of the Town
without any limitation whatsoever. The Town hereby assumes and agrees to pay all the former Village of
Ludlow’s debts and assumes and agrees to perform all the former Village duties and obligations owed to
third parties, without any limitation whatsoever.
§ 2. REPEAL
This plan of merger repeals and replaces the charters for the Town and Village of Ludlow.
ARTICLE 2. POWERS OF THE TOWN
§ 3. POWERS OF THE TOWN
(a) The Town shall have all the powers granted to towns by the Constitution and laws of the State of
Vermont and this charter, together with all the implied powers necessary to carry out all of the powers
expressly so granted. The Town may enact any regulations and ordinances that are consistent with the
Constitution and laws of Vermont or with this charter and may impose penalties for violations thereof.
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Recent meetings
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Meeting
Planning Commission to review zoning updates, town plan, and grant status
The Ludlow Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 18, 2026, to discuss town zoning updates with Martha Harrison from MARC, town plan updates, and Better Connections Grant updates. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from the July 21 meeting and public comments. The agenda is substantive, with ongoing work on zoning regulations and the municipal plan.
- Town Zoning Updates with Martha Harrison from MARC
- Town Plan Updates
- Better Connections Grant updates
- Approval of minutes from July 21, 2026 regular meeting
- Comments from Citizens
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Ludlow Planning Commission 2026
Tuesday, August 18, 6:00 PM
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting Format
Howard Barton, Jr. Conference Room
Zoom Link:
https://zoom.us/j/92364349883?pwd=9VbRSsAbc0U7SG1MlfOsdmppedwak8.1
Meeting ID: 923 6434 9883
Passcode: 091837
AGENDA
1.
Call the meeting to order.
2.
Roll Call by Recording Secretary
3.
Considerations of any Changes, Additions or Removals to the Agenda.
4.
Approval of Minutes:
a. Regular Meeting, July 21, 2026
5.
Comments from Citizens
6.
Town Zoning Updates with Martha Harrison from MARC
7.
Town Plan Updates
8.
Better Connections Grant updates
9.
Other Business
10.
Items for next meeting
11.
Adjourn
1
PLANNING COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
Howard Barton, Jr. Conference Room
PRELIMINARY MINUTES
July 21, 2026 6:00 p.m.
Zoom Link:
https://zoom.us/j/92364349883?pwd=9VbRSsAbc0U7SG1MlfOsdmppedwak8.1
Meeting ID: 923 6434 9883
Passcode: 091837
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Noah Schmidt, Chair
Terry Carter
Edmund D’Ottavio
Matthew Bellantoni
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ted Stryhas
STAFF PRESENT:
Lisha Klaiber
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
Martha Hsrrison
Jason Rasmussen
Scott Baitz
I. CALL TO ORDER
1.
Noah Schmidt, Chair called the meeting at 6:01 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL BY RECORDING SECRETARY
1.
All members present, except Ted Stryhas
III. CONSIDERATIONS OF ANY CHANGES, ADDITIONS OR REMOVAL TO THE AGENDA
1.
No changes were needed
IV …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Meeting
Planning Commission to review zoning updates, town plan, and grant progress
The Ludlow Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss town zoning updates with Martha Harrison from MARC, review town plan updates, and receive updates on the Better Connections Grant. The agenda also includes approval of the July 21, 2026 minutes and public comments.
- Town Zoning Updates with Martha Harrison from MARC
- Town Plan Updates
- Better Connections Grant updates
- Approval of July 21, 2026 minutes
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Ludlow Planning Commission 2026
Tuesday, August 18, 6:00 PM
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting Format
Howard Barton, Jr. Conference Room
Zoom Link:
https://zoom.us/j/92364349883?pwd=9VbRSsAbc0U7SG1MlfOsdmppedwak8.1
Meeting ID: 923 6434 9883
Passcode: 091837
AGENDA
1.
Call the meeting to order.
2.
Roll Call by Recording Secretary
3.
Considerations of any Changes, Additions or Removals to the Agenda.
4.
Approval of Minutes:
a. Regular Meeting, July 21, 2026
5.
Comments from Citizens
6.
Town Zoning Updates with Martha Harrison from MARC
7.
Town Plan Updates
8.
Better Connections Grant updates
9.
Other Business
10.
Items for next meeting
11.
Adjourn
1
PLANNING COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
Howard Barton, Jr. Conference Room
PRELIMINARY MINUTES
July 21, 2026 6:00 p.m.
Zoom Link:
https://zoom.us/j/92364349883?pwd=9VbRSsAbc0U7SG1MlfOsdmppedwak8.1
Meeting ID: 923 6434 9883
Passcode: 091837
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Noah Schmidt, Chair
Terry Carter
Edmund D’Ottavio
Matthew Bellantoni
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ted Stryhas
STAFF PRESENT:
Lisha Klaiber
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
Martha Hsrrison
Jason Rasmussen
Scott Baitz
I. CALL TO ORDER
1.
Noah Schmidt, Chair called the meeting at 6:01 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL BY RECORDING SECRETARY
1.
All members present, except Ted Stryhas
III. CONSIDERATIONS OF ANY CHANGES, ADDITIONS OR REMOVAL TO THE AGENDA
1.
No changes were needed
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Mon Aug 17, 2026
Meeting
Selectboard to consider streambank stabilization bid and FY26 budget closeout
The Ludlow Selectboard is holding a special meeting to review and possibly approve a license for Terra Italian Steakhouse, award a bid for a revised streambank stabilization project at 35 Route 100 South, and continue closing out the FY26 budget. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes, citizen comments, and manager updates.
- Review and possibly approve request/license for Terra Italian Steakhouse
- Review and possibly award bid for revised Streambank Stabilization Project – Flood Recovery Project at 35 Route 100 South
- Closeout FY26 budget (continuation of July 20, 2026)
- Approve minutes from August 3, 2026 regular meeting
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TOWN OF LUDLOW, VT
SELECTBOARD
SPECIAL MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026
6:00 P.M.
HEALD AUDITORIUM
Select Board Zoom Registration Link
AGENDA
1. Call to Order:
2. Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
3. Review & Approve Minutes from Previous Meetings(s):
a. August 3, 2026, Regular Meeting
4. Comments from Citizens:
5. Review & Possibly Approve Requests/Licenses:
a. Terra Italian Steakhouse
6. Review & Possibly Award Bid:
a. Revised Streambank Stabilization Project – Flood Recovery Project at 35 Route 100
South.
7. Closeout FY26 Budget (Continuation of July 20, 2026):
8. Municipal Manager Updates:
9. Other Business:
10. Possible Items for Next Meeting (September 21, 2026):
11. Executive Session/Personnel/Contracts/Legal Issues:
12. Sign Warrant Orders:
13. Adjourn:
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Select Board
✓ Decided: Select Board approves $75,910 streambank stabilization bid
The Ludlow Select Board approved a $75,910 bid from Bazin Brothers for the revised streambank stabilization project at 35 Route 100 South, a flood recovery project from the 2023 storm. The board also approved licenses for Terra Italian Steakhouse contingent on payment of delinquent taxes, and approved the August 3, 2026 minutes as corrected. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included budget discussions and manager updates.
- Approved Bazin Brothers bid of $75,910 for streambank stabilization project (unanimous)
- Approved Terra Italian Steakhouse licenses contingent on paying delinquent taxes (unanimous)
- Approved August 3, 2026 minutes as corrected (unanimous)
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES
TOWN OF LUDLOW
SELECT BOARD
SPECIAL MEETING
August 17, 2026
HEALD AUDITORIUM
6:00 P.M.
SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Brett Sanderson, Chairman
Noah Schmidt
George Tucker, Jr.
Scott Baitz
SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
Justin Hyjek
STAFF PRESENT:
Penny Wu
Lisha Klaiber
Chief Whalen
Ulla Cook
Chief Warfle
Diane Knight
Tori Blanchard
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
Officer Reilly
Sherry Tucker
Officer Marissa Foote
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A.
Brett Sanderson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led the meeting in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
II.
CONSIDERATION OF ANY CHANGES, ADDITIONS OR REMOVALS TO THE AGENDA
A.
Penny Wu said that no changes are needed
III.
APPROVE MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
A.
August 3, 2026
1) Penny Wu said that for item VII, #44 on page 7, it should read “to approve entertainment
permit provided music be capped by 10:00 p.m.”
2) MOTION by George Tucker, Jr. and seconded by Scott Baitz to approve the
minutes from the regular meeting of August 3, 2026, as corrected. Motion passed
unanimously.
Board of Selectmen
August 17, 2026
Preliminary Meeting Minutes
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IV.
COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS
A.
There were none
V.
REVIEW & POSSIBLY APPROVE REQUESTS/LICENSES
A. Terra Italian Steakhouse Licenses
1) Penny Wu said that this was carried over from the July meeting. Chief has approved the
licenses for First Class Restaur …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Meeting
Selectboard to consider streambank stabilization bid and license request
The Ludlow Selectboard is holding a special meeting to review and possibly approve a license request from Terra Italian Steakhouse and to award a bid for a revised streambank stabilization project at 35 Route 100 South, part of flood recovery. They will also continue closing out the FY26 budget and handle routine items like minutes, citizen comments, and warrant orders.
- Review and possibly approve license request from Terra Italian Steakhouse
- Review and possibly award bid for revised Streambank Stabilization Project – Flood Recovery Project at 35 Route 100 South
- Closeout FY26 budget (continuation of July 20, 2026)
- Approve minutes from August 3, 2026 regular meeting
- Possible executive session for personnel/contracts/legal issues
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TOWN OF LUDLOW, VT
SELECTBOARD
SPECIAL MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026
6:00 P.M.
HEALD AUDITORIUM
Select Board Zoom Registration Link
AGENDA
1. Call to Order:
2. Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
3. Review & Approve Minutes from Previous Meetings(s):
a. August 3, 2026, Regular Meeting
4. Comments from Citizens:
5. Review & Possibly Approve Requests/Licenses:
a. Terra Italian Steakhouse
6. Review & Possibly Award Bid:
a. Revised Streambank Stabilization Project – Flood Recovery Project at 35 Route 100
South.
7. Closeout FY26 Budget (Continuation of July 20, 2026):
8. Municipal Manager Updates:
9. Other Business:
10. Possible Items for Next Meeting (September 21, 2026):
11. Executive Session/Personnel/Contracts/Legal Issues:
12. Sign Warrant Orders:
13. Adjourn:
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Meeting
Ludlow Water Commission to consider relinquishing Mill Street allocation
The Ludlow Water Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main substantive item is a request from 10 Mill Street to relinquish one of its two allocated residential units. The rest of the agenda consists of routine items like approving minutes, receiving reports, and setting the next meeting date.
- 10 Mill Street requests to relinquish allocation for one of its two 1-3 bedroom units
- Approve minutes from July 7, 2026 meeting
- Aged receivables report
- Water allocation requests
- Set next meeting for September 1, 2026
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VILLAGE OF LUDLOW
WATER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026
5:15 PM
HOWARD BARTON, JR. CONFERENCE ROOM
AGENDA
Water Commission Zoom & Registration Link
1. Call to Order:
2. Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
3. Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting(s):
a. July 7, 2026
4. Comments from Citizens:
5. Department Head Reports:
6. Aged Receivables Report:
7. Water Allocation Requests:
a. 10 Mill Street – Currently has allocation for 2 (1-3 bedroom) Units and would like
to relinquish one of the units entirely
8. Municipal Manager Updates:
9. Other Business:
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10. Set Date for Next Meeting: (September 1, 2026)
11. Possible Agenda Items for Next Meeting:
12. Sign Warrant Orders:
13. Possible Executive Session/Personnel/Contracts/Legal Issues:
14. Adjourn:
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Water Commission
✓ Decided: Water Commission approves July minutes, discusses unpaid bills and Thompson Ave project
The Ludlow Water Commission approved the July 7, 2026 minutes as corrected. They discussed the aged receivables report, noting $75,000 total due with $18,406 over 120 days, and planned to send disconnect notices. The Thompson Avenue water main replacement project is underway, with a new 8-inch line being installed. No formal decisions were made on the Walter Siegordner property request, which was tabled for further research and possible joint meetings.
- Approved July 7, 2026 minutes as corrected (unanimous)
- Discussed aged receivables: $75,000 total due, $18,406 over 120 days; disconnect notices to be sent
- Noted Thompson Avenue project: contractor mobilized, new 8-inch main installation underway
- Tabled Walter Siegordner property sale request for further research and possible joint meeting
- Set next regular meeting for September 1, 2026 at 5:15 p.m.
- Signed warrant orders
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES
VILLAGE OF LUDLOW
WATER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
5:15 PM
HOWARD BARTON, JR. CONFERENCE ROOM
August 4, 2026
Water Commission Zoom Link
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ron Bixby, Chairman
BJ Donohue
Logan Nicoll
STAFF PRESENT:
Penny Wu
Lisha Klaiber
Diane Knight
OTHERS PRESENT:
Bob Brandt
AGENDA
1.
Call To Order
A.
Ron Bixby called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m. and asked BJ Donohue to take over.
2.
Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removals to the Agenda
A. Penny Wu advised that Item #7 will be struck from the agenda because the property owner
withdrew the request
3.
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting
A. Ron Bixby noted that the minutes from July 7, 2026.
B. BJ Donohue noted that on page 1, Item #3C the motion was seconded by Logan Nicoll
C. MOTION by Logan Nicoll and seconded by Ron Bixby to approve the minutes from July 7,
2026 as corrected. Motion passed unanimously.
4.
Comments from Citizens
A. There were none
5.
Department Head Reports
A. Lisha Klaiber read the Water Department report (see below)
Village of Ludlow - Water Commission
August 4, 2026
Preliminary Meeting Minutes
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Ludlow Village Water Department
Monthly Report for July 2026
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The springs produced a total of 21.9 million gallons of water this July and the town used
5.8 million. In July 2025 we p …
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Meeting
Ludlow Water Commission to consider relinquishing allocation at 10 Mill Street
The Ludlow Water Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss water allocation, including a request from 10 Mill Street to relinquish one of its two allocated units. The commission will also review minutes, hear citizen comments, and receive department head and municipal manager updates.
- Water allocation request at 10 Mill Street to relinquish one of two units
- Approve minutes from July 7, 2026 meeting
- Aged receivables report
- Sign warrant orders
- Possible executive session for personnel/contracts/legal issues
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VILLAGE OF LUDLOW
WATER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026
5:15 PM
HOWARD BARTON, JR. CONFERENCE ROOM
AGENDA
Water Commission Zoom & Registration Link
1. Call to Order:
2. Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
3. Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting(s):
a. July 7, 2026
4. Comments from Citizens:
5. Department Head Reports:
6. Aged Receivables Report:
7. Water Allocation Requests:
a. 10 Mill Street – Currently has allocation for 2 (1-3 bedroom) Units and would like
to relinquish one of the units entirely
8. Municipal Manager Updates:
9. Other Business:
2
10. Set Date for Next Meeting: (September 1, 2026)
11. Possible Agenda Items for Next Meeting:
12. Sign Warrant Orders:
13. Possible Executive Session/Personnel/Contracts/Legal Issues:
14. Adjourn:
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Village Trustees
Trustees award $122,249.25 summer road retreatment bid to Fuller Paving
The Ludlow Village Trustees approved a $122,249.25 contract with Fuller Paving for summer road retreatment on West Hill and Pleasant Street, and discussed several other items including delinquent utility accounts, a noise complaint resolution, and a possible road closure. The meeting also included department reports and an executive session for personnel matters.
- Awarded summer retreatment bid to Fuller Paving for $122,249.25 (West Hill and Pleasant Street)
- Reviewed aged receivables: current billings $500,339.45, overdue $39,039.24; interest/penalties to start next week
- Select Board approved Off the Rails entertainment permit with condition music stops by 10:00 p.m.
- Discussed making Prospect Street a dead end; manager to contact year-round resident
- Discussed possible sale of Gill Terrace property; no decision until board gives direction
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES
VILLAGE OF LUDLOW
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026
6:00 PM
HOWARD BARTON JR CONFERENCE ROOM
Village Trustees Meeting – Zoom Link
TRUSTEES PRESENT:
Bob Brandt, Chairman
Justin Hyjek
Julie Nicoll
STAFF:
Penny Wu
Ulla Cook
Lisha Klaiber
Diane Knight
Chief Jeff Warfle
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
A.
Bob Brandt called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. All members present. He led with the Pledge
of Allegiance.
2.
Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removals to the Agenda
A.
Penny Wu noted that Agenda Item #5A will be removed
3.
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting – Regular Meeting of July 7, 2026
A.
Julie Nicoll noted that Items # 9C and 9D on page 9 should be deleted.
B.
Julie Nicoll noted that Item #11A6 on page 5 should read Gill Terrace
C.
Julie Nicoll noted that Item #12 A1 on page 6 should read, “It would help us because of the
Railroad ROW.”
D.
MOTION by Julie Nicoll and seconded by Justin Hyjek to approve the minutes from July 7,
2026 as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
NOTE: ZOOM Participants were unable to hear the meeting. Okemo Valley TV was not able to
correct the problem.
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August 4, 2026
Preliminary Meeting Minutes Page 2
4.
Comments from Citizens
A.
There were none
5.
Allocation Review and Possibly Approve – 10 Mill Street
6.
Depa …
Mon Aug 3, 2026
Meeting
Ludlow Select Board to review bids, licenses, and FY26 budget closeout
The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting to consider agenda changes, approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and receive department head reports. They will review and possibly approve several licenses and permits, award bids for a compact track loader and a streambank stabilization project, and discuss the FY26 budget closeout. The meeting is a standard business session with no major policy decisions expected beyond these routine items.
- Review and possibly approve Terra Italian Steakhouse license
- Review and possibly approve Town of Brattleboro Hospital Birthing Center Resolution
- Review and possibly approve Off the Rails LLC entertainment permit for live music
- Award bid for procurement of 2026 Compact Track Loader (Highway)
- Award bid for revised Streambank Stabilization Project at 35 Route 100 South
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TOWN OF LUDLOW, VT
SELECT BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026
6:00 PM
HEALD AUDITORIUM
Select Board Zoom Registration Link - August 3, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order:
2. Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
3. Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting(s):
a. July 6, 2026
b. July 20, 2026, Special Meeting
4. Comments from Citizens:
5. Department Head Reports:
a. In Person, Pattie Potter, Transfer Station Manager
b. In Person, Ulla Cook, Town Clerk & Treasurer
6. Ludlow Police Department Recognition (request by Chief Warfle):
7. Review & Possibly Approve Requests/Licenses:
a. Terra Italian Steakhouse
b. Town of Brattleboro Hospital Birthing Center Resolution
c. Off the Rails LLC - Entertainment Permit (indoor/outdoor live music venue)
8. Review & Possibly Award Bids:
a. Procurement of 2026 Compact Track Loader (Highway).
b. Revised Streambank Stabilization Project – Flood Recovery Project at 35 Route 100 South.
(Available at meeting)
9. Closeout FY26 Budget (carryover discussion from July 20 mtg):
10. Municipal Manager Updates:
11. Other Business:
12. Possible Items for Next Meeting: (September 7, 2026 – Holiday?)
13. Sign Warrant Orders:
14. Possible Executive Session/Personnel/Contracts/Legal Issues:
15. Adjourn:
Mon Aug 3, 2026
Select Board
✓ Decided: Select Board approves Off the Rails entertainment permit with restrictions
The Ludlow Select Board approved an entertainment permit for Off the Rails LLC, allowing live music with a 10 p.m. outdoor cap, despite noise complaints from about 15 residents. The board also approved a resolution supporting the Brattleboro Hospital Birthing Center, accepted a bid for a compact track loader, and approved prior meeting minutes. Several agenda items were removed and rescheduled, and no action was taken in executive session.
- Approved Off the Rails LLC entertainment permit with 10 p.m. outdoor music cap (4-1)
- Approved resolution supporting Brattleboro Hospital Birthing Center (unanimous)
- Accepted United Construction & Forestry bid for John Deere 317P compact track loader at $99,973 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 6 and July 20, 2026 meetings (unanimous)
- Removed agenda items VIIA, VIIIB, and 9 to be rescheduled
- Entered executive session for personnel/contracts; no action taken
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES
TOWN OF LUDLOW
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
August 3, 2026
HEALD AUDITORIUM
6:00 P.M.
SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Brett Sanderson, Chairman
Justin Hyjek
George Tucker, Jr.
Scott Baitz
Noah Schmidt
STAFF PRESENT:
Penny Wu
Lisha Klaiber
Pattie Potter
Ulla Cook
Chief Warfle
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
Alan Couch
Ray Payne
Stacy Bishop
Officer Marissa Foote
Jean Strong
Joanna Bombadil
Kathy Grant
Sherry Tucker
Bob Brandt
Heather Kelly
Charlie Wiggenhauser
Michelle Brandt
Margot Martell
Kevin Winter
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A.
Brett Sanderson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led the meeting in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
II.
CONSIDERATION OF ANY CHANGES, ADDITIONS OR REMOVALS TO THE AGENDA
A.
Penny Wu said that Items VIIA, VIIIB and 9 will be removed from the agenda and rescheduled
for the next meeting.
III.
APPROVE MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
A.
July 6, 2026
B.
July 20, 2026 Special Meeting
1) MOTION by Scott Baitz and seconded by George Tucker, Jr, to approve the
minutes from the regular meeting of July 6, 2026 and the Special Meeting on July
20, 2026 as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
IV.
COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS
A.
There were none
Board of Selectmen
August 3, 2026
Preliminary Meeting Minutes
2
V.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS – JULY
A. Penny Wu said that all reports are in. In person tonight are Pattie Potter and Ulla Cook
B. Noah Sc …
Mon Aug 3, 2026
Meeting
Ludlow Select Board to review bids for flood recovery and equipment purchases
The Ludlow Select Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear department reports, and consider licenses and bids. Key items include reviewing bids for a compact track loader and a streambank stabilization project, as well as discussing the FY26 budget closeout. The board will also consider entertainment permits and a resolution regarding a birthing center.
- Review and possibly award bid for 2026 Compact Track Loader (Highway)
- Review and possibly award bid for Streambank Stabilization Project at 35 Route 100 South
- Consider entertainment permit for Off the Rails LLC (live music venue)
- Consider request from Terra Italian Steakhouse
- Discuss FY26 budget closeout
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TOWN OF LUDLOW, VT
SELECT BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026
6:00 PM
HEALD AUDITORIUM
Select Board Zoom Registration Link - August 3, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order:
2. Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
3. Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting(s):
a. July 6, 2026
b. July 20, 2026, Special Meeting
4. Comments from Citizens:
5. Department Head Reports:
a. In Person, Pattie Potter, Transfer Station Manager
b. In Person, Ulla Cook, Town Clerk & Treasurer
6. Ludlow Police Department Recognition (request by Chief Warfle):
7. Review & Possibly Approve Requests/Licenses:
a. Terra Italian Steakhouse
b. Town of Brattleboro Hospital Birthing Center Resolution
c. Off the Rails LLC - Entertainment Permit (indoor/outdoor live music venue)
8. Review & Possibly Award Bids:
a. Procurement of 2026 Compact Track Loader (Highway).
b. Revised Streambank Stabilization Project – Flood Recovery Project at 35 Route 100 South.
(Available at meeting)
9. Closeout FY26 Budget (carryover discussion from July 20 mtg):
10. Municipal Manager Updates:
11. Other Business:
12. Possible Items for Next Meeting: (September 7, 2026 – Holiday?)
13. Sign Warrant Orders:
14. Possible Executive Session/Personnel/Contracts/Legal Issues:
15. Adjourn:
Fri Jul 31, 2026
Meeting
Board of Civil Authority hears property tax grievances
The Ludlow Board of Civil Authority will hold hearings on July 31, 2026, to consider written grievances from property owners who are aggrieved by the Board of Listers' actions. The hearings will continue until all appellants are heard.
- Hearing for TC48B Trailside Lower IV 48B at 9:00 AM
- Hearing for BM Revocable Living Trust, 121 Main Street, at 9:15 AM
- Hearing for Mary Kuczk, West Woods 1A, at 9:30 AM
- Hearing for ACP Investments LLC, 1722 Valley View Drive, at 9:45 AM
- Hearing for Trib LLC, 63 Main Street, at 10:00 AM
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TOWN OF LUDLOW
NOTICE OF BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY HEARINGS
Pursuant to the provisions of 32 V.S.A., section 4404(b), notice is
hereby given that the Board of Civil Authority within and for the
Town of Ludlow will on:
July 31, 2026
Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/96799762380?pwd=jahXSQDzDau
hV1aRSWwdTV20L00gYj.1
Meet at the Town Hall in said town to hear grievances of persons
or other parties who are aggrieved by the action of the Board of
Listers and have timely filed their written grievances with the
Town Clerk. Hearings will continue as scheduled with appellants
until all aggrieved parties are heard.
BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY
BY: Ulla P. Cook DATE: 7/14/2026
Appellant Name Address Appointed Time
TC48B Trailside Lower IV 48B 9:00AM
BM Revocable Living Trust 121 Main Street 9:15AM
Mary Kuczk West Woods 1A 9:30AM
ACP Investments LLC 1722 Valley View Drive 9:45AM
Trib LLC 63 Main Street 10:00AM
cc: BCA Members
Town Agent
Chairperson, Board of Listers
Appellant
Fri Jul 31, 2026
Meeting
Board of Civil Authority hears property tax grievances July 31
The Ludlow Board of Civil Authority will hold hearings on July 31, 2026, to consider written grievances from property owners who disagree with the Board of Listers' property valuations. The hearings will take place via Zoom and at Town Hall, continuing until all appellants are heard. Five appellants are scheduled, each with a specific time slot.
- Hearings for five appellants: TC48B Trailside Lower IV 48B, BM Revocable Living Trust, Mary Kuczk, ACP Investments LLC, Trib LLC
- Appointed times range from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Grievances filed under 32 V.S.A. section 4404(b)
- Meeting accessible via Zoom and in person at Town Hall
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TOWN OF LUDLOW
NOTICE OF BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY HEARINGS
Pursuant to the provisions of 32 V.S.A., section 4404(b), notice is
hereby given that the Board of Civil Authority within and for the
Town of Ludlow will on:
July 31, 2026
Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/96799762380?pwd=jahXSQDzDau
hV1aRSWwdTV20L00gYj.1
Meet at the Town Hall in said town to hear grievances of persons
or other parties who are aggrieved by the action of the Board of
Listers and have timely filed their written grievances with the
Town Clerk. Hearings will continue as scheduled with appellants
until all aggrieved parties are heard.
BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY
BY: Ulla P. Cook DATE: 7/14/2026
Appellant Name Address Appointed Time
TC48B Trailside Lower IV 48B 9:00AM
BM Revocable Living Trust 121 Main Street 9:15AM
Mary Kuczk West Woods 1A 9:30AM
ACP Investments LLC 1722 Valley View Drive 9:45AM
Trib LLC 63 Main Street 10:00AM
cc: BCA Members
Town Agent
Chairperson, Board of Listers
Appellant
Thu Jul 30, 2026
Meeting
Board of Civil Authority hears property tax grievances
The Ludlow Board of Civil Authority will hold hearings on July 30, 2026, to hear grievances from property owners who are aggrieved by the Board of Listers' actions. Five appellants have scheduled times to present their cases, and hearings will continue until all are heard.
- Black River Amato, 100 Main Street, 9:00AM
- Patricia Archambault, 61 Andover Street, 9:15AM
- Anne Wingate, 63 Lakeshore Drive, 9:30AM
- Ghia Farm in Ludlow LLC, 121 Ghia Farm Road, 9:45AM
- Hot Tub Time Machine LLC, 62 Moon Shadow Drive, 10:00AM
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TOWN OF LUDLOW
NOTICE OF BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY HEARINGS
Pursuant to the provisions of 32 V.S.A., section 4404(b), notice is
hereby given that the Board of Civil Authority within and for the
Town of Ludlow will on:
July 30, 2026
Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/99819301010?pwd=oCoifPwkIo139ElSc0G8g
BxHMIJPPW.1
Meet at the Town Hall in said town to hear grievances of persons
or other parties who are aggrieved by the action of the Board of
Listers and have timely filed their written grievances with the
Town Clerk. Hearings will continue as scheduled with appellants
until all aggrieved parties are heard.
BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY
BY: Ulla P. Cook DATE: 7/14/2026
Appellant Name Address Appointed Time
Black River Amato 100 Main Street 9:00AM
Patricia Archambault 61 Andover Street 9:15AM
Anne Wingate 63 Lakeshore Drive 9:30AM
Ghia Farm in Ludlow LLC 121 Ghia Farm Road 9:45AM
Hot Tub Time Machine LLC 62 Moon Shadow Drive 10:00AM
cc: BCA Members
Town Agent
Chairperson, Board of Listers
Appellant
Thu Jul 30, 2026
Meeting
Board of Civil Authority hears property tax grievances July 30
The Ludlow Board of Civil Authority will hold hearings on July 30, 2026, to hear written grievances from property owners who disagree with the Board of Listers' property valuations. The hearings will continue until all appellants are heard. Five appellants are scheduled, starting at 9:00 AM.
- Black River Amato, 100 Main Street, 9:00 AM
- Patricia Archambault, 61 Andover Street, 9:15 AM
- Anne Wingate, 63 Lakeshore Drive, 9:30 AM
- Ghia Farm in Ludlow LLC, 121 Ghia Farm Road, 9:45 AM
- Hot Tub Time Machine LLC, 62 Moon Shadow Drive, 10:00 AM
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TOWN OF LUDLOW
NOTICE OF BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY HEARINGS
Pursuant to the provisions of 32 V.S.A., section 4404(b), notice is
hereby given that the Board of Civil Authority within and for the
Town of Ludlow will on:
July 30, 2026
Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/99819301010?pwd=oCoifPwkIo139ElSc0G8g
BxHMIJPPW.1
Meet at the Town Hall in said town to hear grievances of persons
or other parties who are aggrieved by the action of the Board of
Listers and have timely filed their written grievances with the
Town Clerk. Hearings will continue as scheduled with appellants
until all aggrieved parties are heard.
BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY
BY: Ulla P. Cook DATE: 7/14/2026
Appellant Name Address Appointed Time
Black River Amato 100 Main Street 9:00AM
Patricia Archambault 61 Andover Street 9:15AM
Anne Wingate 63 Lakeshore Drive 9:30AM
Ghia Farm in Ludlow LLC 121 Ghia Farm Road 9:45AM
Hot Tub Time Machine LLC 62 Moon Shadow Drive 10:00AM
cc: BCA Members
Town Agent
Chairperson, Board of Listers
Appellant
Wed Jul 29, 2026
Meeting
Board of Civil Authority hears property tax grievances July 29
The Ludlow Board of Civil Authority will hold hearings on July 29, 2026, to hear grievances from property owners who appealed their property assessments (listers' actions). Five appellants are scheduled, and hearings will continue until all are heard. This is a routine quasi-judicial proceeding, not a policy-making meeting.
- Hearing for Alfred Gates, 331 Town Farm Road, 9:00 AM
- Hearing for Pauale Oliveri, 55 Pleasant Street, 9:15 AM
- Hearing for Michael Posner, 84 Harrison Lane J306, 9:30 AM
- Hearing for Jane Callanan, 23 Westwood 1B, 9:45 AM
- Hearing for Ari Bousbib, Ledgewood F3 with garage, 10:00 AM
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TOWN OF LUDLOW
NOTICE OF BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY HEARINGS
Pursuant to the provisions of 32 V.S.A., section 4404(b), notice is
hereby given that the Board of Civil Authority within and for the
Town of Ludlow will on:
July 29, 2026
Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/94352290639?pwd=rjYfxry9faUX
NNarKWdUR08ibD3mpl.1
Meet at the Town Hall in said town to hear grievances of persons
or other parties who are aggrieved by the action of the Board of
Listers and have timely filed their written grievances with the
Town Clerk. Hearings will continue as scheduled with appellants
until all aggrieved parties are heard.
BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY
BY: Ulla P. Cook DATE: 7/14/2026
Appellant Name Address Appointed Time
Alfred Gates 331 Town Farm Road 9:00AM
Pauale Oliveri 55 Pleasant Street 9:15AM
Michael Posner 84 Harrison Lane J306 9:30AM
Jane Callanan 23 Westwood 1B 9:45AM
Ari Bousbib Ledgewood F3 with garage 10:00AM
cc: Three Public Places
BCA Members
Town Agent
Chairperson, Board of Listers
Appellant
Wed Jul 29, 2026
Meeting
Board of Civil Authority hears property tax grievances July 29
The Ludlow Board of Civil Authority will hold hearings on July 29, 2026, to consider grievances from property owners who are appealing their property assessments as set by the Board of Listers. Five appellants are scheduled, each with a specific time. The hearings will continue until all aggrieved parties are heard.
- Alfred Gates, 331 Town Farm Road, 9:00 AM
- Pauale Oliveri, 55 Pleasant Street, 9:15 AM
- Michael Posner, 84 Harrison Lane J306, 9:30 AM
- Jane Callanan, 23 Westwood 1B, 9:45 AM
- Ari Bousbib, Ledgewood F3 with garage, 10:00 AM
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TOWN OF LUDLOW
NOTICE OF BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY HEARINGS
Pursuant to the provisions of 32 V.S.A., section 4404(b), notice is
hereby given that the Board of Civil Authority within and for the
Town of Ludlow will on:
July 29, 2026
Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/94352290639?pwd=rjYfxry9faUX
NNarKWdUR08ibD3mpl.1
Meet at the Town Hall in said town to hear grievances of persons
or other parties who are aggrieved by the action of the Board of
Listers and have timely filed their written grievances with the
Town Clerk. Hearings will continue as scheduled with appellants
until all aggrieved parties are heard.
BOARD OF CIVIL AUTHORITY
BY: Ulla P. Cook DATE: 7/14/2026
Appellant Name Address Appointed Time
Alfred Gates 331 Town Farm Road 9:00AM
Pauale Oliveri 55 Pleasant Street 9:15AM
Michael Posner 84 Harrison Lane J306 9:30AM
Jane Callanan 23 Westwood 1B 9:45AM
Ari Bousbib Ledgewood F3 with garage 10:00AM
cc: Three Public Places
BCA Members
Town Agent
Chairperson, Board of Listers
Appellant
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Meeting
Planning Commission to review regional land use map, zoning updates, and housing
The Ludlow Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates to the Regional Future Land Use Map with MARC, review town zoning updates, and consider town plan updates. They will also discuss the 802 Homes program and Better Connections Grant updates. The agenda includes approval of the June 22, 2026 minutes and public comments.
- Regional Future Land Use Map updates with Kellen Appleton from MARC
- Town Zoning Updates with Martha Harrison from MARC
- Town Plan Updates
- 802 Homes Discussion
- Better Connections Grant updates
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Ludlow Planning Commission 2026
Tuesday, July 21, 6:00 PM
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Hybrid Meeting Format
Howard Barton, Jr. Conference Room
Zoom Link:
https://zoom.us/j/92364349883?pwd=9VbRSsAbc0U7SG1MlfOsdmppedwak8.1
Meeting ID: 923 6434 9883
Passcode: 091837
AGENDA
1.
Call the meeting to order.
2.
Roll Call by Recording Secretary
3.
Considerations of any Changes, Additions or Removals to the Agenda.
4.
Approval of Minutes:
a. Regular Meeting, June 22, 2026
5.
Comments from Citizens
6.
Regional Future Land Use Map Updates with Kellen Appleton from MARC
7.
Town Zoning Updates with Martha Harrison from MARC
8.
Town Plan Updates
9.
802 Homes Discussion
10.
Better Connections Grant updates
11.
Other Business
12.
Items for next meeting
13.
Adjourn
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PLANNING COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
Howard Barton, Jr. Conference Room
PRELIMINARY MINUTES
June 22, 2026 6:00 p.m.
Zoom Link:
https://zoom.us/j/95439061373?pwd=kKzidaU9vycxQ7EAmabGvn3JISoCqt.1
Meeting ID: 954 3906 1373
Passcode: 581227
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Noah Schmidt, Chair
Terry Carter
Ted Stryhas
Edmund D’Ottavio
Matthew Bellantoni
STAFF PRESENT:
Erin Ladd
Lisha Klaiber
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
Richard Owen
Kellen Appleton
Martha Hsrrison
I. CALL TO ORDER
1.
Noah Schmidt, Chair called the meeting at 6:01 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL BY RECORDING SECRETARY
1.
All members present.
III. CONSIDERATIONS OF ANY CHANGES, A …
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Meeting
Selectboard to review FY26 budget, short-term rental registry
The Ludlow Selectboard is holding a special meeting to review the end-of-FY26 budget, discuss the status of the short-term rental registry, and consider approving Ludlow Fire Association events. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and municipal manager updates.
- End of FY26 budget review (initial discussion)
- Short-term rental registry status and discussion
- Review and possible approval of Ludlow Fire Association events
- Review and approve minutes from June 11, 2026 special meeting
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TOWN OF LUDLOW, VT
SELECTBOARD
SPECIAL MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026
6:00 P.M.
HOWARD BARTON JR. CONFERENCE ROOM
Select Board Zoom Registration/Meeting Link - July 20, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order:
2. Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
3. Review & Approve Minutes from Previous Meetings(s):
a. June 11, 2026, Special Meeting
4. Comments from Citizens:
5. End of FY26 Budget Review (Initial Discussion):
6. Short Term Rental Registry Status & Discussion:
7. Review & Possibly Approve Ludlow Fire Association Events:
8. Municipal Manager Updates:
9. Other Business:
10. Executive Session/Personnel/Contracts/Legal Issues:
11. Adjourn:
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Select Board
Ludlow Select Board reviews $1.5M deficit, short-term rental registry
The Ludlow Select Board held a special meeting to review the end-of-FY26 budget, which is running a $1.5 million deficit due to increased costs and revenue shortfalls. They also discussed a draft short-term rental registry ordinance ahead of a public hearing, and approved two Fire Association events. The meeting included an executive session on personnel/contracts with no decisions made.
- FY26 budget deficit of $1.5 million; FEMA received $472,000 (expected $760,000)
- Short-term rental registry draft ordinance discussed; public hearing set for July 23
- Approved Fire Association 5k (Sept 5) and 911 March (Sept 11) events
- Delinquent taxes: 104 accounts totaling about $475,000; third notices mailed
- Jewel Brook grant of $843,717 for dam design work
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES
TOWN OF LUDLOW
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
SPECIAL MEETING
July 20, 2026
Howard Barton Jr, Conference Room
6:00 P.M.
Select Board Zoom Registration/Meeting Link – July 20, 2026
SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Justin Hyjek, Vice Chair
Noah Schmidt (ZOOM)
George Tucker, Jr.
Scott Baitz
SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
Brett Sanderson, Chairman
STAFF PRESENT:
Penny Wu
Lisha Klaiber
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
Hannah Bassett
Sherry Tucker
Alan Couch
Jean Strong
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A.
Justin Hyjek called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. and led the meeting in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
II.
CONSIDERATION OF ANY CHANGES, ADDITIONS OR REMOVALS TO THE AGENDA
A.
Penny Wu said no changes are needed
III.
APPROVE MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
A.
June 11, 2026 Special Meeting
B.
MOTION by Scott Baitz and seconded by George Tucker, Jr. to approve the minutes from
the Special Meeting on June 11, 2026 as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
IV.
COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS
A.
There were none
Board of Selectmen
July 20, 2026
Preliminary Meeting Minutes
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V.
END OF FY26 BUDGET REVIEW (INITIAL DISCUSSION)
A.
Penny Wu advised that this is a closeout of FY2026 – an overall comparison of expenditures
and revenue. This is the initial discussion. We knew that we would run a deficit and in the past
few months had taken acts to correct this. The reasons why we are running a d …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Meeting
Cemetery board to review budget, vault policy, green burials
The Ludlow Board of Cemetery Commissioners will meet to review the end-of-FY26 budget, hear monthly reports from the sexton and grounds crew, and discuss other business. The agenda is largely procedural, but the board previously voted to remove the vault requirement and approve green burials, which may be revisited.
- End of FY26 budget review
- Monthly reports from Cemetery Sexton and grounds
- Possible executive session on personnel/contracts/legal issues
- Sign warrant orders
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9.
TOWN OF LUDLOW
BOARD OF CEMETERY COMMISSIONERS
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026
SOUTH HILL CEMETERY
5:00 PM
AGENDA
Call to Order:
Consideration of Changes. Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
Comments from Citizens:
Review & Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting:
a. May 27, 2026
Monthly Report(s):
a. Cemetery Sexton
b. Cemetery Grounds
End of FY26 Budget Review:
Other Business:
Set Date for Next Meeting:
Sign Warrant Orders:
10. Possible Executive Session/Personnel/Contracts/Legal Issues:
11.
Adjourn:
TOWN OF LUDLOW
BOARD OF CEMETERY COMMISSIONERS
PLEASANT VIEW CEMETERY OFFICE/GARAGE LOWER LEVEL
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Board Members Present:
Bob Brandt Bruce Schmidt
Scott Baitz George Tucker, Jr.
Board Members Absent:
Shannon Stark
Staff Present:
Penny We Lisha Klaiber Doug Sheehan
1. Call to Order
A. Bob Brandt called the meeting at 5:02.
2. Consideration of Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda
A. Bob Brandt said that no changes are necessary.
3. Comments from Citizens
A. Letter from Citizens — Greg and Sue Skaskiw and Jeff and Maggie Tonning
1) Penny Wu said that a letter was received from citizens
2) Lisha Klaiber read the letter and it will be included at the end of the minutes
4. Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting
A. March 25, 2026
B. MOTION by Bruce Schmidt and seconded by Scott Baitz to approve the minutes from
March 25, 2026 as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
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Monthly Report from the Cemetery Sexton
A. Doug Sheehan …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Zoning Regulations
Ludlow adopts ordinance requiring annual registration and fees for short-term rentals
The Select Board and Village Trustees are adopting an ordinance that requires all short-term rentals in Ludlow to register annually, pay fees based on occupancy and homestead status, and meet safety and insurance requirements. The ordinance sets penalties for violations and establishes an effective date of August 11, 2026. This is a decision, not a proposal, as the agenda text presents the ordinance for adoption.
- Annual registration fees: $0–$1,000 for homestead properties, $500–$1,500 for non-homestead, based on occupancy count
- Requires $1,000,000 liability insurance per rental unless covered by a hosting platform
- Civil penalties up to $800 per day for violations, with escalating fines for repeat offenses
- Mandatory fire safety inspections for rentals with more than 8 bed spaces
- Designated agent required for operators living outside Windsor County or more than an hour away
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TOWN AND VILLAGE OF LUDLOW, VERMONT
ORDINANCE TO REGULATE THE OPERATION OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS
SECTION 1. AUTHORITY. Under authority granted in 24 V.S.A. § 2291(29) and 24 V.S.A. §
1971 et seq., the Select Board and the Village Trustees of the Town of Ludlow hereby
adopts the following civil ordinance requiring the annual registration and regulation of all
short-term rentals operating within the town and the village.
SECTION 2. PURPOSE. The purpose of this Ordinance is to promote and protect the public
health, safety, and welfare, of the town, to preserve residents' rights to quiet enjoyment of
homes and properties, and to ensure the safety of occupants of short-term rentals.
SECTION 3. DEFINITIONS.
A. "Short-Term Rental (STR) Operator" Means either the STR Property Owner or the
person or entity designated by the STR Property Owner in their short-term rental
license application who is responsible for operating, managing, or maintaining the
short-term rental in accordance with this Ordinance.
B. "Short-term rental" or "STR" means a dwelling unit rented to the transient, traveling,
or vacationing public for a period of fewer than 30 consecutive days and for more
than 1 day per calendar year, and is either:
A. "Hosted" meaning a room, or group of rooms located within an Operator's
primary residence or an accessory dwelling on the premises of the
Operator's primary residence; Homesteader's Declaration is required for
verification of primary re …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Cemetery Commission
✓ Decided: Cemetery Commission reviews FY26 budget overage, plans cuts
The Ludlow Cemetery Commission reviewed the FY2026 budget, which ended at 105.69% of budget, with labor over by $7,646. They discussed cost-cutting measures, including not buying a new mower and possibly reducing staff hours. The board tabled further budget discussions until the September meeting. They also discussed limiting items left on graves and creating new signs for the cemeteries.
- Approved minutes from May 27, 2026 (unanimous)
- Reviewed FY2026 budget: expenditures at 105.69% of budget, labor $7,646 over
- Agreed not to purchase a new mower this year
- Discussed reducing staff hours to 35 per week to control labor costs
- Tabled further budget measures until September meeting
- Discussed limiting grave decorations to 6 inches from stone, possible sexton letter
- Agreed to consider new signs for cemeteries
- Signed warrant orders
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TOWN OF LUDLOW
BOARD OF CEMETERY COMMISSIONERS
PLEASANT VIEW CEMETERY OFFICE/GARAGE LOWER LEVEL
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Board Members Present:
Bob Brandt
Bruce Schmidt
Scott Baitz
George Tucker, Jr.
Board Members Absent:
Shannon Stark
Staff Present:
Penny Wu
Lisha Klaiber
Doug Sheehan
Others Present:
Ron Gifford
1.
Call to Order
A. Bob Brandt called the meeting at 5:02.
2.
Consideration of Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda
A. Bob Brandt said that no changes are necessary.
3.
Comments from Citizens
1) There were none
4.
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting
A. May 27, 2026
B. MOTION by Bruce Schmidt and seconded by George Tucker, Jr. to approve the minutes
from May 27, 2026 as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
5.
Monthly Reports from the Cemetery Sexton
A. Cemetery Sexton – Doug Sheehan reported
•
He has moved his office to the cemetery for the summer, but still has to do research at
Town Hall
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2 cremations and 2 full burials
Cemetery Commission Special Meeting July 15, 2026
Preliminary Minutes
2
•
9 families trying to set date for burials
•
Setting appointments for families wanting to buy sites (most out of town)
•
Calls from people looking for gravesites, was able to help and even some in other
cemeteries
B. Cemetery Grounds – Kevin MacPherson
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Spillway kept clear of debris
•
Equipment all checked and maintained as needed
•
Mowing and …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
Meeting
Trustees to review FY27 tax rates and wastewater fund
The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees will consider approving the FY27 tax rates, a timeline for the short-term rental registry, and the creation of a special revenue fund for relocating the wastewater treatment facility. They will also review allocation requests for two properties and other routine business.
- 42 Deerfield Drive: request to add 1 bedroom to existing 3-bedroom allocation
- 129 Main Street (NAPA Building): request to remove allocation entirely
- Review & possibly approve FY27 tax rates
- Review & possibly approve timeline for short-term rental registry
- Review & possibly approve creation of special revenue fund for new WWTF project
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VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026
6:00 PM
HOWARD BARTON JR. CONFERENCE ROOM
AGENDA
Village Trustees Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 984 2249 8745
Passcode: 045593
1. Call to Order:
2. Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
3. Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting(s):
a. June 2, 2026
4. Comments from Citizens:
5. Allocation Review & Possibly Approve:
a. 42 Deerfield Drive – Currently has allocation for 3-bedrooms. Looking to get allocation for 1 add’l
bedroom.
b. 129 Main Street (NAPA Building) – Would like to remove allocation entirely due to the building
being paved over and no plans to rebuild.:
6. Department Head Report(s):
7. Aged Receivables Report:
8. Review & Possibly Approve the FY27 Tax Rate(s):
9. Review & Possibly Approve Timeline for Completion of Short-Term Rental Registry:
10. Review & Possibly Approve the Creation of a Special Revenue Fund for Relocation of the Wastewater
Treatment Facility (New WWTF Project):
11. Other Business:
12. Municipal Manager Updates:
13. Set Date for Next Meeting: (August 4, 2026)
14. Sign Warrant Orders:
15. Possible Executive Session/Personnel/Contracts:
16. Adjourn:
Tue Jul 7, 2026
Water Commission
Water Commission approves removing allocation for 129 Main Street
The Ludlow Water Commission approved a request to remove the water allocation and future billing for 129 Main Street (the former NAPA building), which has been paved over. The commission also discussed a resident's interest in purchasing town-owned land on Gill Terrace, and heard the monthly water department report, including PFAS test results showing non-detect levels.
- Approved removal of water allocation and billing for 129 Main Street (NAPA building)
- Water report: June 2026 production 21.8 million gallons, usage 5.6 million; PFAS tests non-detect
- Discussed sludge disposal concerns from water conference, including Coventry Landfill at capacity
- Walter Siegordner expressed interest in purchasing town-owned land on Gill Terrace for residential subdivision
- 9 accounts over 120 days past due, ranging from $342 to $3,300
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES
VILLAGE OF LUDLOW
WATER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
5:00 PM
HOWARD BARTON, JR. CONFERENCE ROOM
July 7, 2026
Water Commission Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 995 3439 2975
Password: 232339
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ron Bixby, Chairman
Logan Nicoll
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
BJ Donohue
STAFF PRESENT:
Penny Wu
Lisha Klaiber
OTHERS PRESENT
Walter Siegordner
Janice Slagle
AGENDA
1.
Call To Order
A.
Ron Bixby called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. BJ Donohue absent
2.
Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removals to the Agenda
A. Ron Bixby noted that no changes are needed.
3.
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting
A. Ron Bixby noted that the minutes from June 2, 2026.
B. Logan Nicoll was listed as present, but was absent
C. MOTION by Ron Bixby and seconded by BJ Donohue to approve the minutes from June 2,
2026 as corrected. Motion passed unanimously.
Village of Ludlow - Water Commission
July 7, 2026
Preliminary Meeting Minutes
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2
4.
Comments from Citizens
A. There were none
5.
Department Head Reports
A. Lisha Klaiber read the Water Department report (see below)
Ludlow Village Water Department
Monthly Report for June 2026
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The springs produced an average of 727,000 gallons per day this June and the town used
an average of 221,000 gallons a day
•
The springs produced …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
Village Trustees
Trustees approve FY27 tax rate, STR registry timeline
The Ludlow Village Trustees approved the FY27 tax rate of 0.1474, down from 0.2599, and approved a timeline for creating a short-term rental registry. They also discussed noise complaints about Off The Rails, removed a water allocation for 129 Main Street, and heard reports on the wastewater treatment plant and other village operations.
- Approved FY27 tax rate of 0.1474, down from 0.2599
- Approved timeline for short-term rental registry with public hearing July 23
- Removed water allocation for 129 Main Street (NAPA Building)
- Discussed noise complaints from Off The Rails with petition of 20 signatures
- Heard about $98,000 grant for Dorsey Park playground reconstruction
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES
VILLAGE OF LUDLOW
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, July 7, 2026
6:00 PM
HOWARD BARTON JR CONFERENCE ROOM
Village Trustees Meeting – Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 984 2249 8745
Passcode: 045593
TRUSTEES PRESENT:
Bob Brandt, Chairman
Justin Hyjek
Julie Nicoll
STAFF:
Penny Wu
Ulla Cook
Lisha Klaiber
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
Michelle Brandt
Janice Slagle
Scott Baitz
Kathy Grant
Walter Siegordner
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
A.
Bob Brandt called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. All members present. He led with the Pledge
of Allegiance. He asked for a moment of silence in memory of Dean Brown. Mr. Dean was a
long-time town manager of Ludlow and well respected.
2.
Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removals to the Agenda
A.
Penny Wu noted that Agenda Item #10 was decided at the May meeting. She said that under
OTHER BUSINESS we will discuss a piece of land on Gill Terrace, but no decisions will be made
tonight.
3.
Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting – Regular Meeting of June 2, 2026
A.
Julie Nicoll noted that Item # 8A on page 4 should read: “…George Tucker, Jr. who is on the
DRB, explained the number of extra hours required for the permitting justified the difference.”
B.
MOTION by Julie Nicoll and seconded by Justin Hyjek to approve the minutes from June 2,
2026 as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
Village of Ludlow – Board of Trustees
July 7, 2026
Prel …
Mon Jul 6, 2026
Select Board
✓ Decided: Ludlow Select Board approves FY27 tax rate of 0.2653
The board approved the FY27 municipal tax rate of 0.2653, based on the recent reappraisal. It also approved liquor licenses for Homestyle Restaurant, a bid for screened winter sand from M&M Excavating, a contract for municipal plan updates, and a timeline for the short-term rental registry. The board waived late homestead filing penalties with one dissenting vote.
- Approved FY27 tax rate of 0.2653 (unanimous)
- Approved liquor licenses for Homestyle Restaurant (unanimous)
- Approved M&M Excavating bid for screened winter sand at $16.00/CY (unanimous)
- Approved MARC contract for municipal plan updates (unanimous)
- Approved timeline for short-term rental registry (unanimous)
- Approved new facility use form and fees (unanimous)
- Approved Iron Adventure Rally Parade of Flags request (unanimous)
- Waived penalty on late homestead filers (one no vote)
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES
TOWN OF LUDLOW
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
July 6, 2026
HEALD AUDITORIUM
6:00 P.M.
Meeting ID: 999 1244 4603
Passcode: 603125
SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Justin Hyjek, Vice Chair
Noah Schmidt
George Tucker, Jr.
Scott Baitz
SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
Brett Sanderson, Chairman –
Electric Emergency
STAFF PRESENT:
Penny Wu
Lisha Klaiber
Erin Ladd
Ulla Cook
Chief Warfle
Chief Whalen
Ron Tarbell
Nick Miele
Kevin MacPherson
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
Neena Howland
Officer Brendan Reilly
Stacy Bishop
Ed Kelly
Bruce Schmidt
Fred Bocko
Heather Kelly
Ryan Silvestri
Sylvia Buswell
Lorien Kelly
Blair Tardino
Kimberly Canarecci
Kelly Lavigne
Sa Turco
Alan Couch
Thad Leugemors
Sherry Tucker
Dep. Chief Davendonis
Taylor McNeil
Dave Van Guilder
Officer Marissa Foote
Jon Olin
Dennis Van Guilder
Paula VanGuilder
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A.
Justin Hyjek called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. and led the meeting in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
II.
CONSIDERATION OF ANY CHANGES, ADDITIONS OR REMOVALS TO THE AGENDA
A.
Penny Wu said that Item IIIB will be removed from the agenda. She has not yet reviewed them.
III.
APPROVE MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Board of Selectmen
July 6, 2026
Preliminary Meeting Minutes
2
A.
June 1, 2026
1) Justin Hyjek noted that on page 2, he said that his comment was about housing.
2) Review of the Okemo Valley TV video:
“Justin Hyjek s …
Mon Jul 6, 2026
Meeting
Ludlow board to set FY27 tax rates, review flood bridge project
The Ludlow Select Board is meeting to set the FY27 tax rates, review a flood recovery project for the Clark Drive Bridge, and consider several licenses and requests. They will also hear department head reports, discuss a reappraisal update, and consider waiving penalties for late homestead filers. The agenda includes multiple items for possible approval, such as a new facility use form and fees, a MARC contract, and bids for screened winter sand.
- Review & possibly approve FY27 tax rates
- Clark Drive Bridge replacement presentation with Hoyle/Tanner Engineers
- Homestyle Restaurant licenses
- Waiving penalty on late homestead filers
- Bids for screened winter sand
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TOWN OF LUDLOW, VT
SELECT BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026
6:00 PM
HEALD AUDITORIUM
Select Board Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 999 1244 4603
Passcode: 603125
AGENDA
1. Call to Order:
2. Consideration of any Changes, Additions or Removal to the Agenda:
3. Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting(s):
a. June 1, 2026
b. June 11, 2026, Special Meeting (hard copy to be handed out at meeting)
c. June 25, 2026, Special Meeting
4. Comments from Citizens:
5. Review Act 162 Letter to Towns Regarding Town Forest Fire Warden Designation:
6. Department Head Reports:
a. June 2026
b. In Person, Kevin Macpherson; B+G/Cemetery/Community Center
c. In Person, Nick Miele; Parks & Recreation/Community Center
7. Review & Possibly Approve Requests/Licenses:
a. Homestyle Restaurant Licenses
8. Flood Recovery Project: Clark Drive Bridge Replacement Presentation with Hoyle/Tanner Engineers:
9. Reappraisal Update (Ryan Silvestri):
10. Review & Possibly Approve the FY27 Tax Rates:
11. Review & Possibly Approve Waiving the Penalty on Late Homestead Filers:
12. Review & Possibly Approve Iron Adventure Rally Parade of Flags:
13. Review & Possibly Approve Timeline for Completion of Short-Term Rental Registry:
14. Review & Possibly Approve New Facility Use Form & Fees:
a. Nick Miele & Kevin Macpherson to clarify questions Regarding Dorsey Park Events
15. Review & Possibly Approve of the MARC Contrac …
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Select Board
Ludlow Select Board approves $1M tax anticipation note from M&T Bank
The Ludlow Select Board unanimously approved borrowing $1,000,000 from M&T Bank via a Tax Anticipation Note (TAN) to cover a cash flow shortfall caused by delinquent taxes, unpaid FEMA reimbursements, and prior use of general funds to lower tax rates. The note carries a 4.98% interest rate and is due June 30, 2027. The board also discussed flood recovery options, a pause on non-emergency purchases, and upcoming public events.
- Approved $1,000,000 Tax Anticipation Note from M&T Bank at 4.98% interest, due June 30, 2027
- Discussed $1,000,000 in delinquent taxes and ~$700,000 expected from FEMA
- Hoyle Tanner to present 4 flood recovery alternatives at July meeting (information only)
- Pause on purchases except emergencies (e.g., irrigation fuse, trackless axle, plant submersible)
- July 4th 250th Anniversary events: Liberty Tree dedication, parade, Veterans' Park festivities, fireworks
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES
TOWN OF LUDLOW
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
June 25, 2026
HEALD AUDITORIUM
3:30 P.M.
Meeting ID: 946 0173 0778
Passcode: 341698
SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Brett Sanderson, Chairman
Justin Hyjek
George Tucker, Jr.
Scott Baitz
Noah Schmidt (ZOOM)
STAFF PRESENT:
Penny Wu
Lisha Klaiber
OTHERS PRESENT:
Eric Alden
Alan Couch
Sherry Tucker
Fred Bocko
Jean Strong
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A.
Brett Sanderson called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and led the meeting in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
II.
CONSIDERATION OF ANY CHANGES, ADDITIONS OR REMOVALS TO THE AGENDA
A.
Penny Wu said that no changes are needed
III.
COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS
A.
Eric Alden voiced his concerns regarding the lack of transparency of recent meetings. The last
meeting was held at 8:00 AM and there were no recordings or minutes posted. Tonight’s
meeting was scheduled for 3:30 PM and that doesn’t allow for public participation. This is a
serious issue. The public doesn’t know what TAN on the agenda means. The public could
consider this to be impropriety. Why were the last 2 meetings conducted at times when the
public may not be able to attend.
B.
Justin Hyjek said they will make sure that the minutes will be posted and there will be
recordings on Okemo Valley TV. He said that TAN could have been spelled out.
IV.
REVIEW & POSSIBLY APPROVE TAN
Board of Selectmen
June 25, 2026
Preliminary Meeting Minutes
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A.
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