Ludlow public meetings in 2024

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing an investment in VELCO/Trans-Co and how to finance it, with a recommendation to use VPPSA bonds. They will also review the 2025 operating budget and the 2025-2029 capital budget, and may enter executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Authorize VELCO/Trans-Co investment and financing via VPPSA bonds
• 2025 budget review
• 2025-2029 capital budget review
• 2025 regular meeting schedule
• Executive session for attorney-client communications and personnel

Meeting

The Ludlow Board of Cemetery Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss cemetery operations, including a proposed mausoleum request, fence repair options, and the 2025-26 budget. The agenda also includes standard items like approving minutes, the sexton's report, and signing warrant orders. The meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the Howard Barton, Jr. Conference Room.

• Discussion of a new mausoleum request, including lot requirements and potential bylaw changes
• Fence repair project update, with quotes and options for the lower cemetery fence
• 2025-26 budget discussion
• Sexton's report for December 2024: 18 lots sold, 27 cremation burials, 3 full burials, 7 foundations installed
• Grounds report: winterization, drain cleaning, spillway tar replacement, and fence repairs completed

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed village and town zoning changes, including Neighborhood Development Areas, flood bylaws, and completed sections. They will also discuss subdivision changes from the DRB and short-term rentals. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments.

• Public hearing on village and town zoning changes including NDAs, flood bylaws, sections 220, 221, 224, 227
• Discussion of Neighborhood Development Areas and Smart Street changes to village and town zoning
• Subdivision changes from the DRB
• Short-term rentals discussion
• Rules of procedure if all five members are present

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding a special meeting primarily to workshop and discuss the FY2025-2026 budget. The agenda also includes time for citizen input and other business, with a possible executive session. No specific budget figures or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• FY2025-2026 Budget Workshop and Discussion
• Hear Citizens
• Consideration of agenda changes
• Other business
• Possible Executive Session

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board held a special meeting to review the proposed FY 2025-2026 town budget. Town Manager Brendan McNamara presented a $7.21 million expenditure budget with projected revenues of $2.28 million, requiring $4.93 million in taxes—a 5.3% increase. The board discussed department-by-department details, including new ambulance monitors, a new highway truck, and various cost increases. No votes were taken; the board will continue budget discussions at a follow-up meeting.

• Budget totals: $7,212,273.03 expenditures, $2,277,871.00 revenue, $4,934,402.03 to be raised in taxes (5.3% increase)
• New ambulance monitors at $18,000/year for 3 years; ambulance insurance up 11%
• New highway truck estimated at $165,000
• Fire station boiler replacement about $30,000
• Planning/zoning fees discussed for potential increase

Meeting

The Ludlow Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on December 9, 2024, to consider an application to subdivide a 1.15-acre lot at 13 South Hill Street into two lots of 0.5 and 0.6 acres. The property is in the Village Residential district. The hearing is open to in-person, Zoom, or written participation.

• Subdivision application SUB 24-014 by Nicholas Alimanestianu
• Property at 13 South Hill Street, Parcel No. 230807-000
• Lot split into 0.5-acre and 0.6-acre parcels
• Public hearing at Heald Auditorium, Ludlow Town Hall, and via Zoom

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission approved two water allocation requests, discussed updates on infrastructure projects including a potential water line to Black River Overlook, and entered executive session for personnel issues. The meeting was largely routine, with no public comments and no other business.

• Approved allocation request for 8 Andover Street to combine apartment with grange into 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath unit
• Approved allocation request for 422 Route 100 South to add one bedroom for 4-bedroom allocation
• Discussed Black River Overlook project requiring water line from top of Dug Road; town to support but not be responsible
• Water tanks inspected and recommended to be vacuumed within 2 years
• Hired Glen Ayer as new Water Department employee

Meeting

The Ludlow Water Commission will meet to consider two water allocation requests: one to combine an apartment with the grange at 8 Andover St. into a 4-bedroom allocation, and another to add a bedroom at 422 Route 100 South for a 4-bedroom allocation. The board will also review the aged receivables report, hear department head and municipal manager updates, and set the next meeting date.

• Water allocation request: 8 Andover St. — combine apartment with grange for 4-bedroom allocation
• Water allocation request: 422 Route 100 South — add 1 bedroom for 4-bedroom allocation
• Aged receivables report review
• Municipal manager updates
• Set next meeting date (January 7, 2024)

Village Trustees

The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees approved a request to combine an apartment with a grange at 8 Andover Street into a 4-bedroom, 2½-bath unit and hook it to water and sewer. They also signed a resolution supporting a federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program aimed at zero traffic deaths by 2040. The board discussed the FY26 budget, sidewalk repairs, and paving on Route 103.

• Approved water/sewer allocation for 4-bedroom, 2½-bath unit at 8 Andover Street
• Signed SS4A resolution for federal grant eligibility (up to $1,000,000,000 program)
• Discussed FY26 budget; draft expected in coming weeks, finalization by early January
• Sidewalk repair contract planned for spring with Ron Tarbell
• Fuller has paving contract for Route 103 from village line to village line

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting on December 2, 2024. The agenda includes discussions on a SS4A resolution, the high school building, and the FY 26 budget, along with routine items like approving minutes, department head reports, and permits. No votes are listed on the agenda, only discussion items.

• SS4A Resolution Discussion
• Discussion Regarding the High School Building
• FY 26 Budget Discussion
• Approve Minutes of November 4, 2024
• Department Head Reports for November 2024

Meeting

The Ludlow Development Review Board is holding a public hearing on an application to subdivide two contiguous parcels at 698 West Hill Road into an 8-lot subdivision in the Mountain Recreation district. The hearing is scheduled for November 25, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Heald Auditorium and via Zoom. The application is available for inspection at the Ludlow Municipal Offices.

• Subdivision of two parcels (Parcel No. 220569-200 and 220569-220) into 8 lots
• Applicant: Richard Votto, P.O. Box 6211, Hamden, CT 06517
• Property location: 698 West Hill Road, Ludlow, VT 05149
• Application number: SUB24-013
• Public hearing in Mountain Recreation district

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss the 2025 budget and a five-year capital budget. The board will also hear reports from the manager and superintendent, and may enter executive session to discuss AMI meter applications and personnel matters.

• 2025 Budget discussion
• 5 Year Capital Budget discussion
• Executive session on A.M.I. Meter App Discussions
• Executive session on Personnel
• Personnel Action

Select Board

The Select Board, Village Trustees, and Planning Commission held a special joint meeting to discuss short-term rental regulation and a regional housing study. They reached consensus to have the Planning Commission pursue a short-term rental registry and passed motions to move forward with the Complete Streets portion of the Neighborhood Development Area application. The meeting also included a presentation on housing needs and affordability challenges in Ludlow.

• Consensus to pursue a short-term rental registry, with survey showing ~60% support and ~82% favoring an annual fee
• Motions passed to authorize Planning Commission to address Complete Streets requirements for Neighborhood Development Area application
• Housing study presented: 1,190 year-round residents, 21% of homes are short-term rentals, median home cost $420,833 vs. affordable $146,000
• Discussion of fire safety for short-term rentals, with Fire Chief noting ~1,000 rentals over 9 occupants in Ludlow
• Act 181 and Home Act provisions discussed, including inclusionary zoning requiring 15% affordable units in developments of 10+ units

Meeting

The Ludlow Selectboard, Village Trustees, and Planning Commission are holding a special joint meeting to discuss a proposed short-term rental regulation framework and a regional housing study. The rental proposal includes permit requirements, tiered fees, occupancy limits, and fines. The housing study, presented by the Mount Ascutney Regional Planning Commission, includes a work plan and budget for addressing housing needs.

• Short-term rental regulations: permits required for rentals of 1+ days, tiered fees, occupancy limits (2 per bedroom + 2, max 8), fines up to $600 for third violation
• Proposal to hire an outside company to enforce rental regulations due to limited town staff
• Introduction of Mount Ascutney Regional Planning Commission housing study
• Neighborhood Development Area (NDA) zoning requirements and mapping discussed
• Housing study work plan budget: $20,635 total, with $18,571 in state grant funds

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission approved a request from Homestyle Hostel at 119 Main Street to increase seating from 24 to 49 seats, adding 125 gallons per day of water use. The board also discussed a resident's concerns about water quality and firefighting water use, and received updates on hydrant repairs, lead line inventory, and a potential town-village merger.

• Approved Homestyle Hostel seating increase from 24 to 49 seats (125 GPD)
• Discussed resident concerns about brown water and 600,000 gallons trucked in for fire
• Hydrants repaired; freeze-up notices to be sent with next water bills
• Lead line inventory complete; removal and abatement next
• Draft town charter merging town and village reviewed by attorney

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees is meeting to consider several allocation requests, including increasing seating at a Main Street hostel and adding bedrooms at two properties. The board will also review the appropriation of remaining ARPA funds and receive a seasonal update from Okemo.

• 119 Main St (Homestyle Hostel): increase from 24 to 49 seats
• 80 Old Village Lane: add 1 bedroom to current 3-bedroom allocation
• 109 Upper Loop: add 2 bedrooms to current 3-bedroom allocation
• Consider appropriation of remaining ARPA funds
• Okemo seasonal update

Village Trustees

The Ludlow Village Trustees approved sewer allocation increases for three properties, adopted the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and allocated the remaining $32,936.04 in ARPA funds to sidewalks. They also heard an update from Okemo on summer improvements and winter preparations, and received reports on flood cleanup, hydrant relocation, and aged receivables.

• Approved seating increase from 24 to 49 at 119 Main Street (Homestyle Hostel), costing $5,118.00
• Approved bedroom increases at 80 Old Village Lane (3 to 4) and 109 Upper Loop (3 to 5)
• Adopted Local Hazard Mitigation Plan to improve FEMA reimbursement rates
• Allocated remaining $32,936.04 in ARPA funds to sidewalks, bringing total to $157,936
• Okemo update: new snow guns, expanded snowmaking, and MyEpicgear subscription program

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board discussed and approved moving forward with a grant application to upgrade the Dorsey Park playground, with a 50/50 match expected. They also discussed a potential rental registry for short-term rentals, focusing on fire safety, and reviewed options for purchasing new fire trucks. No final decisions were made on the rental registry or fire truck purchase.

• Approved application for $200,000 Dorsey Park playground grant (50/50 match)
• Discussed rental registry for short-term rentals, no decision made
• Reviewed fire truck purchase options: Engine 3 and Tower 1, MSRP total $4,046,039
• Approved soliciting bids for holiday party (cost ~$5,000 last year)
• Approved loan forgiveness application for Mascoma Bank ($88,849.31)

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board will hold its regular meeting on November 4, 2024, to discuss and possibly approve several items, including a Dorsey Park playground grant, a holiday party, and a rental registry. The board will also begin FY 26 budget discussions, including fire truck purchase options, and receive updates from departments and the municipal manager.

• Dorsey Park Playground Grant Discussion
• Discuss and Possibly Approve Holiday Party
• Discussion Regarding Rental Registry
• FY 26 Budget Discussion: Fire Truck Purchase Options
• Approve Minutes of October 21, 2024

Meeting

The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on October 28, 2024, to consider an application to subdivide a 1.3-acre lot at 81 Andover Street into two lots. The property is in the Village Residential-Commercial district. The hearing will take place in person at the Heald Auditorium and via Zoom.

• Subdivision application SUB 24-012 by Steven E. Meyers
• Property at 81 Andover Street, Parcel No. 220546-000
• 1.3-acre lot to be split into two lots
• Public hearing with in-person and Zoom participation

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including ratepayer comments, manager and superintendent reports, and scheduling changes. The board will also set the 2025 Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) and discuss the 2024 payment. An executive session is planned for labor negotiations, personnel matters, a training contract, and the VPPSA Stonehouse Solar PPA. Meeting dates for November 28 and December 26 are proposed to be changed.

• Set 2025 Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT)
• 2024 Payment in Lieu of Taxes discussion
• Executive session: IBEW negotiations, personnel, training contract, VPPSA Stonehouse Solar PPA
• Change meeting dates for Nov. 28 and Dec. 26
• Reschedule retreat

Meeting

The Local Option Tax Committee is hosting a community forum to discuss the viability of implementing a local option tax in Ludlow. Residents are invited to share their thoughts on the matter.

• Community forum on local option tax viability
• Discussion of potential local option tax for Ludlow

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board approved bids for the Dorsey Park tennis court overlay ($33,000 to Advantage Tennis) and Pullinen Field restoration ($18,000 to Slate Rock Timber, LLC). They also approved the Hazard Mitigation Plan, a liquor license for Terra Italian Steakhouse, a school board appointment, a 5K race permit, the annual Okemo Stearns Pit lease ($85,352.70), and forwarded FY2026 appropriation requests to the budget. The board discussed a potential critical care transport service and short-term rental safety concerns following a recent fire.

• Approved $33,000 bid from Advantage Tennis for Dorsey Park tennis court overlay
• Approved $18,000 bid from Slate Rock Timber for Pullinen Field restoration
• Approved Hazard Mitigation Plan, increasing FEMA reimbursement rate from 12% to 17.9%
• Approved $85,352.70 annual lease with Okemo for Stearns Pit parking
• Approved liquor license for Terra Italian Steakhouse

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting to consider bids for the Dorsey Park tennis court and Pullinen Field restoration, approve a liquor license for Terra Italian Steakhouse, review a letter of interest for a school board seat, and discuss the town's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. They will also review the yearly lease with Okemo for Sterns Pit and hear appropriation requests for the FY26 budget.

• Dorsey Park Tennis Court Bid
• Pullinen Field Restoration Bid
• Terra Italian Steakhouse Liquor License
• Divided Sky annual 5K Race application
• Yearly lease with Okemo of Sterns Pit

Cemetery Commission

The Ludlow Cemetery Commission discussed a request for a new mausoleum, considering whether to require additional lot purchases and whether to designate a specific section for mausoleums. They also reviewed fence repair options, with estimates around $20,000 for chain link, and discussed a memorial plaque for Herb Van Guilder. The meeting was largely discussion with no formal votes taken.

• New mausoleum request discussed; possible requirement to buy 2 more lots
• Fence repair project: quotes received, chain link estimated at $20,000
• Memorial plaque for Herb Van Guilder at flag station proposed
• Green burials discussed; year-round option not feasible
• Portable sound unit ordered for $270

Meeting

The Ludlow Board of Cemetery Commissioners is meeting to discuss routine cemetery operations, including the sexton's report, fence repair, and the spillway project. A notable item is a family's request to build a two-crypt mausoleum in Section H, which requires board approval. The board will also set the next meeting date and may enter executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Family requests permission for a two-crypt mausoleum in Section H
• Sexton reports 9 cremation burials and 2 full burials since last meeting
• 6 sets of corner markers installed; 5 foundation orders, 3 unpaid (payment required in advance)
• Fence repair and spillway project updates
• Next meeting set for November 20, 2024

Planning Commission

The Ludlow Planning Commission discussed the potential designation of a Neighborhood Development Area (NDA) to qualify for Act 250 exemptions, reviewing draft maps and considering areas for future housing. They also voted to align town zoning regulations with village zoning for permit expiration and certificates of occupancy. The meeting was largely a working session with no final decisions on the NDA boundaries.

• Discussed draft maps for a Neighborhood Development Area (NDA) to qualify for Act 250 exemptions, with a focus on areas like Orion Ave, Commonwealth Ave, and Okemo Blue Lot.
• Voted to change Town Zoning Section 224 (Expiration of Permit) to match Village Zoning language.
• Voted to replace Town Zoning Section 227 (Certificates of Occupancy) with Village language, adding exemptions for single-unit dwellings under Section 220.
• Tabled Section 221.5 (Limitations and Exemptions) until December meeting.
• Chair submitted an EPA proposal for a bike trail through town with a dedicated parking lot and river walk (deadline 10/16/24).

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission will discuss Neighborhood Development Area requirements, including a 1/4 mile radius map, and review several town zoning sections (221, 224, 227). They will also plan next month's agenda, which includes sections on admin review, general standards, and affordability requirements. The meeting is a regular hybrid session.

• Review of Neighborhood Development Area application requirements and 1/4 mile radius map
• Discussion of Town Zoning Section 221 (Applications), 221.5 (Limitations and Exemptions), 224 (Expiration of Permit), 227 (Certificates of Occupancy)
• Planning for next month: Section 255 (Admin Review), 260 (General Standards), 290 (Affordability Requirement), Affordable Housing Options

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board held a special meeting to award two contracts. They approved a $23,204.80 bid from High Country Contractors for the transfer station bathroom project, and approved a contract with Dubois and King for engineering and design of the Jewell Brook Dam rehab project, which is fully funded by NRCS at a total cost of $3 million.

• Awarded $23,204.80 contract to High Country Contractors for transfer station bathroom project
• Approved engineering contract with Dubois and King for Jewell Brook Flood Control Dams Improvement Projects
• Jewell Brook dam rehab project total cost is $3 million, 100% funded by NRCS
• Both contracts approved unanimously by the board

Meeting

The Ludlow Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the playground project, tennis court bids, and grant opportunities for playground and trails. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes, and a director's report.

• Playground: New Option
• Tennis Court Bids Update
• Grants (Playground & Trails)

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss substation transformers, a collective bargaining agreement, and fiscal procedures. The agenda also includes a managers' report, a superintendents' report, and an executive session on personnel. No votes are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of substation transformers
• Collective bargaining agreement
• Fiscal procedures
• Executive session (personnel)
• Comments from ratepayers

Meeting

The Town of Ludlow held a bid opening for the Transfer Station Restroom Build on October 2, 2024. Only one bid was received, from High Country Contractors, in the amount of $23,204.80. The bid will be reviewed and a recommendation will be made to the Select Board at its regular meeting on October 21, 2024.

• Single bid received: High Country Contractors, $23,204.80
• Recommendation to Select Board scheduled for October 21, 2024
• Bid opening held in Howard J. Barton Jr. Conference Room

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees is holding its regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The most substantive item is a possible vote to adopt new rules of procedure for trustee meetings. The board will also review aged receivables, consider allocations, approve requests and permits, and hear department head and municipal manager updates.

• Action to consider adoption of new Rules of Procedure for Village Trustees Meetings
• Aged Receivables Report
• Allocation Review & Possibly Approve
• Approval of Requests/Licenses/Permits
• Possible Executive Session on personnel/contracts

Meeting

The Ludlow Board of Civil Abatement will meet to consider five abatement requests from property owners, including several at 145 Main St and one on Red Bridge Road, as well as from South Face Village at Okemo. The board may hold a closed deliberative session if needed. No other substantive business is listed.

• Thomas & Tracey Dineen – 145 Main St #405
• Daniel & Terri Ciocca – 145 Main St #306
• William Sheridan/Agnieszka Janicka – 145 Main St #210
• Vincent & Lucinda West – 62 Red Bridge Road
• South Face Village at Okemo

Meeting

The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on an application to demolish the former NAPA Auto Parts building at 129 Main Street and replace it with parking, new fuel tanks, pipes, and concrete. The project is in the Village Residential-Commercial district. The hearing is scheduled for September 23, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Heald Auditorium and via Zoom.

• Demolition of former NAPA Auto Parts building at 129 Main Street
• Replacement with parking, new fuel tanks, pipes, and concrete
• Application numbers: 154-86/87-CU Amendment #2, 481-20-FHR Amendment #1, 504-24-SITE
• Parcel No. 230424-000
• Public hearing in Village Residential-Commercial district

Planning Commission

The Ludlow Planning Commission discussed and voted on several items, including a failed motion to remove a section from its Rules of Procedure regarding board membership, which sparked debate about state statutes and resident requirements. The board also approved replacing Town Zoning Section 220 with the Village Zoning version, and discussed pursuing a Neighborhood Development Area designation to enable affordable housing without Act250 review. Additionally, they considered applying for a Recreation Economy for Rural Communities grant for a bike lane project.

• Motion to remove Section 2.1 from Rules of Procedure failed; debate over membership residency requirements
• Approved replacing Town Zoning Section 220 with Village Zoning Section 220 as written
• Discussed Neighborhood Development Area (NDA) designation; need 3 more of 10 requirements
• Considered applying for Recreation Economy for Rural Communities (RERC) grant for bike lane
• Village Zoning & Floodhazard Regulations passed by Trustees on September 3rd

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss several items, including potential changes to town zoning (Section 220 on interior alterations), requirements for Neighborhood Development Areas, and the Recreation Economy for Rural Communities (RERC) program. They will also review minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting and consider updates to their rules of procedure. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in a hybrid format.

• Discussion of Town Zoning Section 220: Interior Alterations
• Neighborhood Development Areas Requirements
• Recreation Economy for Rural Communities (RERC)
• Review of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Consideration of changes to Rules of Procedure

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board held a special meeting to consider and award a contract for the Jewel Brook Dam Auxiliary Spillway Repair Project. After reviewing four bids, the board voted unanimously to award the contract to Markowski Excavating in the amount of $490,180.98. The meeting was brief and included no other substantive agenda items.

• Awarded Markowski Excavating contract for Jewel Brook Dam Auxiliary Spillway Repair Project
• Contract amount: $490,180.98
• Four bids received for the project
• Unanimous vote by all board members present

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding a special meeting to consider awarding a contract for the Jewel Brook Dam Auxiliary Spillway Repair Project. The board may also hold an executive session for personnel or legal matters before adjourning.

• Award of Jewel Brook Dam Auxiliary Spillway Repair Project
• Possible executive session for personnel or legal matters

Joint Board

The Select Board and Village Trustees jointly reviewed four floodplain reconnection projects proposed for the RIVER Program (HMGP funding) and directed staff to proceed with the engineering study. The projects target the Little League Field, former Timber Inn property, Brookhaven Condominiums, 108 Pleasant Street, 18 Mill Street, and Smith Street. No formal vote was recorded; board members voiced support to move forward. The meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

• Directed staff to proceed with engineering study for four floodplain reconnection projects under RIVER Program
• Discussed including walking trails and recreation at former Little League Field
• Noted potential for separate project applications, including Sam's buyout
• Agreed to pursue all four projects initially, then evaluate feasibility individually
• Adjourned Select Board meeting unanimously
• Adjourned Trustees meeting unanimously

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider agenda changes, hear ratepayer comments, hold an executive session on an employment matter, and make an appointment to VPPSA. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the substantive items being the appointment and the closed-door employment discussion.

• Executive session for employment matter
• Appointment to VPPSA (Vermont Public Power Supply Authority)
• Public comment period for ratepayers

Meeting

The Ludlow Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several recreation projects, including the status of the dog park, playground, and tennis court, as well as the final decision on ARPA funds. The committee will also hear comments from citizens and review the director's report.

• Dog Park Status
• Playground
• Tennis Court
• ARPA Final Decision
• Recreation Economy for Rural Communities Seminar

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting. The main item is an executive session to appoint an interim department director. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions listed.

• Executive session for appointment of interim department director

Planning Commission

The Ludlow Planning Commission is reviewing a comprehensive amendment to the Village of Ludlow Zoning and Flood Hazard Regulations, which would update and restate all prior zoning and flood hazard rules. The document includes provisions on administration, zoning districts, floodplain management, and definitions. This appears to be a formal adoption or discussion item for the amended regulations.

• Amended Zoning and Flood Hazard Regulations, effective September 3, 2024
• Includes flood hazard regulations and floodplain management ordinance
• Establishes zoning districts: Ludlow Preservation (L-P), Village Residential (V-R), Village Residential 2 (VR2), Village Residential-Commercial
• Contains provisions for workforce housing, home occupations, and wireless communications facilities
• Includes parking, sign, and performance standards

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission held a routine meeting covering hydrant repairs, a lead line inventory project, and a staff resignation. They approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed various maintenance issues, including moving a hydrant near Village Pizza and graveling a road. No water allocation requests were made, and no public comments were received.

• Hydrant repair: Clow hydrant not checked out, Mueller is; Little League hydrant to be fixed
• Hydrant near Village Pizza may need to be moved or capped and tapped due to cracked pipe
• Lead line inventory project: $103,000 fully forgivable funds, door-to-door notices delivered
• Staff resignation: Seth's last day is September 11; position to be advertised
• Road to Strong's needs gravel; prep for winter discussed

Village Trustees

The Ludlow Village Trustees approved amendments to the Zoning and Flood Hazard Regulations, allocated ARPA funds for sidewalks, an audio upgrade, Dorsey Park, and access road paving, and awarded a $42,700 drain repair bid to Gurney Bros. Construction. They also approved a Road Erosion Inventory grant application and a street closure for the Rotary Club's Chili Cook-off. The meeting included discussion of bear-related garbage issues and a lead line survey.

• Approved amendments to Village of Ludlow Zoning and Flood Hazard Regulations
• Approved ARPA allocations: $125,000 sidewalks, $10,000 audio upgrade, $30,000 Dorsey Park, $35,000 access road paving
• Awarded Pleasant Street Ext. drain bid to Gurney Bros. Construction for $42,700.00
• Approved Road Erosion Inventory grant application ($3,000 grant, $584 local share)
• Approved Depot Street closure for Rotary Chili Cook-off on October 12, 2024

The Ludlow Village Trustees held a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Zoning & Flood Hazard Regulations, including a new Village R-2 district and changes to lot coverage and density. Planning Commission Chair Terry Carter presented the changes, noting they were vetted by Attorney Chris Callahan. Trustees discussed adjusting lot coverage percentages in several districts to 50% and heard public concerns about permit capacity and stormwater. No formal vote was taken; the hearing was adjourned at 5:46 p.m.

• Public hearing held on proposed zoning regulation amendments (no vote)
• Trustees discussed changing lot coverage to 50% in Preservation, Village Residential, and Village R-2 districts
• Trustees discussed changing lot coverage to 50% in Village Res/Com district
• Public comment heard from Melissa Rockwell on permit capacity and stormwater concerns
• Hearing adjourned unanimously at 5:46 p.m.

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Water Commission is holding its regular September meeting. The agenda includes standard items like approving August minutes, citizen comments, department head reports, and water allocation requests. The attached August 2024 monthly report details system operations, including a lead goose neck replacement on Pleasant Street and new connections on Dug Road.

• Replaced lead goose neck on water service line on Pleasant Street with M&M Excavating
• Three new houses connected to Village water system on Dug Road, plus new fire hydrant installed
• E.J. Prescott repaired six fire hydrants that were out of service
• Flowed 19.1 million gallons through village distribution treatment building in August
• Continuing lead line inventory with Jason Hayden from MSK Engineers

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a speed limit change on South Hill Crossroad, a potential property reappraisal process, and the release of ARPA funds. They will also hear presentations from the Tree Warden and the Black River Action Team, and consider adopting new rules of procedure and a 250th Anniversary resolution.

• South Hill Crossroad speed limit discussion
• Release of ARPA funds for LAST and Fletcher Farms
• Blue Duck Deli liquor license request
• Ludlow Rotary Club Depot St. closure for Chili Cook Off
• Adoption of new rules of procedure for Select Board meetings

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board approved a state-mandated statistical reappraisal contract with New England Municipal Consultants for $183,000, funded partly by existing budget and taxes. They also allocated remaining ARPA funds: $24,425.73 to LAST and $32,730.50 to Fletcher Farm School for year-round art programs. The board discussed a potential speed study for South Hill Crossroad and heard from the Tree Warden about a tree inventory and grant opportunities.

• Approved $183,000 reappraisal contract with New England Municipal Consultants
• Approved $5,000 software conversion and $9,400 annual maintenance for Catalis
• Allocated $24,425.73 in ARPA funds to LAST
• Approved $32,730.50 ARPA request from Fletcher Farm School
• Discussed lowering speed limit on South Hill Crossroad; speed study planned

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss utility business, including tariff rates and an update on village/town merger discussions. The board will also consider several executive session items related to contracts, collective bargaining, legal communications, and employment matters. An operations and safety audit discussion and a board retreat are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of tariff rates
• Village/Town merger discussions update
• Executive session on contract with possible action
• Executive sessions on employment matters with possible action
• Operations and safety audit discussions

Planning Commission

The Ludlow Planning Commission discussed several items, including updating town zoning to match village zoning changes, a regional housing study, and a potential neighborhood development area designation. They also heard citizen comments on housing, flood recovery, and infrastructure. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Discussion of updating town zoning (2015) to align with village zoning changes
• Regional housing study and potential neighborhood development area for Ludlow and Springfield
• Grant awarded to help with neighborhood development area application
• Public hearing on zoning changes scheduled for September 3rd with Trustees
• FEMA river scoping project and potential $3-4 million in funding stalled

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several zoning matters, including interior alteration permit requirements (Section 220), a public hearing by the Trustees on September 3rd, and a regional planning housing study. The agenda also includes reviewing rules of procedure and planning for future agenda items. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in a hybrid format.

• Discussion of Section 220 zoning permit requirements for interior alterations, including a $10,000 threshold
• Trustees public hearing scheduled for September 3rd
• Regional Planning Housing Study and Neighborhood Development Areas discussion
• Review of Rules of Procedure
• Planning for next month's agenda, including town zoning and neighborhood development areas

Recreation Committee

The Ludlow Recreation Committee discussed allocating funds for tennis court repairs and a new playground at Dorsey Park, considering using ARPA funds and the rec capital fund. They also discussed a potential partnership with the afterschool program and whether to pay youth coaches. The committee is an advisory body to the rec director, who reports to the town manager.

• Discussed allocating $33k to tennis courts and $87k to playground from $95k ARPA budget plus $51k rec facilities fund
• Advantage Tennis quote of $32,700 for court repairs discussed; crack warranty is 3 years
• Mountain bike park to receive $25k plus $33k to expand trails from back 40 to Fletcher Farms
• Youth soccer registration open; signups slow
• Lemonade stand funded by Shaws nourishing neighbors grant raised over $500 for youth volleyball program

Meeting

This agenda is a notice from the Town Clerk about the upcoming primary election on August 13, 2024. It provides the official voter checklist, polling location, hours, and absentee ballot information. The document is procedural and contains no policy decisions or discussions.

• Primary election on Tuesday, August 13, 2024
• Polls open 10 AM to 7 PM at Frank Heald Auditorium, Ludlow Town Hall
• Absentee ballots available at Town Clerk's office or by calling 802-228-3232
• Voter registration available in person or online at olvr.vermont.gov

Meeting

The Development Review Board will conduct several public hearings regarding property subdivisions, flood hazard reviews, and river bank restoration. The meeting also includes a presentation of the new Okemo Master Plan.

• Subdivision of 2.45 acres at 81 Pleasant Street
• River bank restoration at 410 Buttermilk Falls Road
• Floodproofing and Mart-Cart additions at 213 Main Street
• Rebuilding from July 10, 2023 flood damage at 145 Main Street
• Home replacement following July 10, 2023 flood at 62 Red Bridge Road

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission approved four water allocation requests, including a bedroom addition at 491 Route 100S, a new 3-bedroom house at 81 Andover Street, a bedroom reduction at 61 Andover Street, and new construction of two 2-bedroom units at 47 Andover Street. The commission also discussed the asset management program, lead line survey, and a repaired leak on Pleasant Street.

• Approved 3 additional bedrooms at 491 Route 100S (6 to 9 total)
• Approved new 3-bedroom house at 81 Andover Street ($500 hook-on fee paid)
• Approved removal of one bedroom at 61 Andover Street (7 to 6 total)
• Approved new construction of two 2-bedroom units at 47 Andover Street
• Received $103,000 forgivable loan for lead line survey

Village Trustees

The Ludlow Village Trustees approved several sewer allocation requests, including new construction and bedroom changes, and discussed the allocation of $232,936.04 in ARPA funds. The board also set its next meeting for September 3, 2024, and received updates on a water leak, the Timber Inn project, and the Mill Street Bridge.

• Approved 2-bedroom addition at 31 Plumley Avenue (3 to 5 bedrooms)
• Approved new 3-bedroom house at 81 Andover Street
• Approved removal of 1 bedroom at 61 Andover Street (7 to 6 bedrooms)
• Approved new construction of 2 two-bedroom units at 47 Andover Street
• Discussed ARPA allocations: $125,000 sidewalks, $10,000 Town Hall audio, $30,000 Dorsey Park, $60,000 Access Road paving

Meeting

The Ludlow Water Commission will consider four water allocation requests: one at 491 Route 100S for an additional one-bedroom allocation on the main house and a two-bedroom allocation for a garage/apartment; one at 81 Andover St. to subdivide and build a 3-bedroom home; one at 61 Andover St. to remove a bedroom allocation; and one at 47 Andover St. for two 2-bedroom allocations. The board will also review the aged receivables report, hear department head and municipal manager updates, and set the next meeting date.

• 491 Route 100S: request for 1 additional 1-bedroom allocation on main house and 2-bedroom allocation for garage/apartment
• 81 Andover St: request to subdivide property and build a 3-bedroom home
• 61 Andover St: request to remove one bedroom from current 7-bedroom allocation
• 47 Andover St: request for two 2-bedroom allocations
• Aged receivables report to be reviewed

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board approved ARPA funding for the Fletcher Memorial Library ($30,700) and Ludlow Emergency Services ($58,000) for repeater relocation and a command vehicle. They also discussed Class 4 road policies, trail funding, and a stoplight replacement, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved $30,700 for Fletcher Memorial Library restoration
• Approved $58,000 for Ludlow Emergency Services (repeaters and command vehicle)
• Discussed $750,000 estimate for Jewell Brook Dam spillway repairs
• Discussed reclassifying Preedom Hill Class 4 road to trail (no action)
• Heard request for $193,395.27 for Back 40 and Fletcher Farms trail Phase 3

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the 2023-2028 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, allocation of ARPA funds for specific projects, and a paving bid for East Hill. The board will also hear reports from department heads and the tree warden, and discuss Class 4 roads and trail proposals.

• Review 2023-2028 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
• ARPA funding allocation for stop light replacement, Fletcher Memorial Library, Ludlow Emergency Services
• Review and possibly award East Hill paving bid
• Class 4 roads discussion
• Trail Association presentation on trail phases, costs, benefits

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Trustees are holding a special meeting to review and consider action on an SFR loan application for the lead service line inventory. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review and consider action on SFR loan application for lead service line inventory

Meeting

The Town of Ludlow opened bids for the FY25 East Hill Paving project. Four vendors submitted prices per ton and per yard. The Municipal Manager will review the bids and make a recommendation to the Select Board at its August 5, 2024 meeting.

• Bids opened for East Hill Paving project
• Fuller Sand & Gravel: $86.00/ton, $2.25/yd
• Pike Industries: $89.99/ton, $2.00/yd
• Basin Bro's: $93.60/ton, $2.00/yd
• Wilk Paving: $85.75/ton, $2.15/yd

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss spending limits, a proposed power sales agreement for the Stone House Solar Project, and a restructuring of the Director of Operations position. The board will also consider a donation of lights to lamp posts and a contribution to Vermont's child care program.

• Discussion of spending limits
• Donation of lights to lamp posts
• Restructure of Director of Operations Brian Benoit to Head Electrician
• Approval for LELD to pay VT Child Care Contribution of 0.0044%
• Power Sales Agreement for Stone House Solar Project with VPPSA

Meeting

The Mount Ascutney Regional Commission is hosting a public forum to gather community input on flood mitigation projects in Ludlow, part of the RIVER initiative. Ideas will be compiled into a priority list for potential FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding. The forum is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 6:00pm at the Heald Auditorium.

• Public forum on flood mitigation for Ludlow
• RIVER initiative to develop priority project list
• Projects may be submitted for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding
• Eligible projects include floodplain restoration, dam removal, bridge/culvert upsizing, elevating or floodproofing structures
• Event at Heald Auditorium, Ludlow Municipal Offices, 37 Depot Street

Planning Commission

The Ludlow Planning Commission voted to adopt new flood hazard regulations for the town, following similar changes made for the village. The board also discussed and approved changes to zoning bylaws, including lot coverage percentages and interior alteration permits, which will be brought to a public hearing.

• Adopted new flood hazard regulations for the Town of Ludlow, removing pond grading/excavation as a separate use.
• Trustees changed lot coverage in preservation district to 45%, Village R-2 and Village-R to 50%.
• Interior alterations permit threshold set at $10,000 for changes to number of bedrooms.
• Trustees to hold public hearing on zoning changes, possibly in August.
• Junkyard ordinance to be handled at select board level, not planning commission.

Village Trustees

The Ludlow Village Trustees held a special meeting to consider amendments to the Village Zoning and Flood Hazard Regulations. They voted to require zoning permits for certain interior alterations, including any costing $10,000 or more, and to adjust lot coverage percentages in several zoning districts. The board also discussed sign regulations and voted to send the amended bylaws to a public hearing.

• Adopted Section 220 zoning permit changes, including a $10,000 threshold for interior construction permits
• Increased Preservation District lot coverage from 12% to 45%
• Set Village Residential and R2 (Andover Street) lot coverage to 50%, removing non-residential distinction
• Set Village Res/Com District lot coverage to 75%, removing non-residential distinction
• Moved amended Village Bylaws to a public hearing

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a proposed stand-alone Flood Hazard and River Corridor Bylaw for the Village of Ludlow, which would replace existing flood hazard language in Article 6 of the Zoning and Flood Hazard Regulations. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, rules of procedure, and trustees' bylaw changes. The meeting is a regular hybrid session with public comment periods.

• Review of draft Flood Hazard Area Bylaws (07.08.2024 draft) that would replace Article 6 flood hazard language
• Discussion of new regulations for river corridors, which Ludlow does not currently regulate
• Proposed development restrictions in floodways, including prohibition of new structures and critical facilities
• Exemptions for routine maintenance, interior repairs under $500, and certain agricultural/forestry activities
• Approval of minutes from May 21 and June 18, 2024 meetings

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve several financial items, including releasing ARPA funds, a $225,000 note for a highway truck, a town audit bid, and setting the new 2024-25 tax rate. They will also consider moving the first quarterly property tax due date to August 20, 2024.

• Discussion for approval to release ARPA funds
• Possible approval of $225,000 note for bid-awarded highway truck
• Review and possible approval of town audit bid
• Review and set new 2024-25 town tax rate
• Approve 1st quarterly property tax due date to August 20, 2024

Cemetery Commission

The Ludlow Cemetery Commission discussed and voted to authorize the town manager to spend up to $20,000 to repair a fence at 69 High Street, replacing a temporary fence with one matching the original design. They also discussed updating cemetery regulations, including green burials and cremation limits, and considered a plaque to honor Herb Van Guilder at the flag station. The next meeting is set for September 18, 2024.

• Authorized up to $20,000 for fence repair at 69 High Street, following bid procedures
• Discussed updating regulations on burials/cremations per lot, green burials, and vehicles
• Considered dedicating flag station to Herb Van Guilder with a plaque
• Reviewed drainage issues near Odd Fellows and possible re-engineering
• Approved minutes from May 15, 2024; tabled April 24 minutes to September

Meeting

The Ludlow Board of Cemetery Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to discuss cemetery operations, including a possible change to allow green burials. The board has been researching the practice and is considering whether to hold a public hearing and adjust regulations, while noting plot rates would likely stay the same. The sexton's report indicates most people are not yet ready for green burials.

• Discussion of green burial regulations and possible public hearing
• Sexton's report: 10 cremation burials and 1 full burial since last meeting
• 4 foundations completed, orders for 5 more
• Lots sold to 5 families, 2 more deciding
• Recognition of Herb Van Guilder with possible plaque or sign

Recreation Committee

The Ludlow Recreation Committee reviewed a proposed design for the Dorsey Playground renovation, with an estimated cost of around $136,000. Members discussed potential modifications, such as reducing the swing size to a 2-bay unit and sourcing surfacing materials from a company in New London to lower costs. The board decided to proceed with the project in a single phase rather than in stages, and the director will return with updated figures. The meeting also included a report on the July 5th fireworks event and a discussion on fall sports scheduling.

• Dorsey Playground renovation design presented with a total project cost of around $136,000
• Board consensus to execute the playground project in one phase rather than in phases
• Discussion on reducing the basket swing to a 2-bay swing to address supervision and damage concerns
• Director reported that the July 5th fireworks event at Okemo attracted over 2,000 people
• Director expressed uncertainty about operating food service again due to low revenue relative to effort

Meeting

The Ludlow Development Review Board is holding a hybrid meeting with four public hearings: two recessed hearings for a variance and a subdivision, an appeal of a notice of violation, and a new subdivision request. The board will also review minutes from May and June 2024.

• Variance for deck and hot tub at 2 Wilbart Avenue (Application 503-24-VA)
• Subdivision of 2.45 acres into three parcels at 81 Pleasant Street (SUB24-003)
• Appeal of Notice of Violation at 145 Main Street (502-24-AP)
• Subdivision of 10.35 acres into two parcels at 197 DeRoo Lane (SUB24-005)

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission held a regular meeting covering routine operations, including approving minutes, receiving department reports, and discussing water billing. They approved salary increases for the town manager and municipal staff, and discussed ongoing work on the Plumley Avenue sediment issue, including a FEMA meeting scheduled for the next day.

• Approved salary increases: town manager +7%, municipal staff merit-based
• Plumley Avenue sediment issue: FEMA meeting scheduled for July 3 to scope area
• Water leaks repaired on West Hill (M&M Excavating) and Parker Avenue (Brooks Excavating)
• Hydrants flushed on Pine Hill, Deeplawn Court Ext., Thompson, Plumley Avenues
• Aged receivables over 120 days: $11,793.00

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees is meeting to consider a request for an additional bedroom at 42 Cedar Drive, appoint members to the Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners, and discuss a possible change in procedure for municipal public meetings. The board will also review an aged receivables report, hear department head and municipal manager updates, and handle routine items like approving minutes and signing warrants.

• 42 Cedar Drive: request to add 1 bedroom, from 4BR to 5BR
• Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners appointments
• Discussion of change of procedure for municipal public meetings
• Aged receivables report
• Approve minutes from June 4, 2024 meeting

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is meeting to set the FY'25 tax rate, consider waiving a homestead tax penalty, and allocate remaining ARPA funds. They will also discuss the Class 4 portion of Preedom Hill, a dam rehab project, and a possible change in the town clerk position from elected to appointed.

• Set FY'25 tax rate
• ARPA funding requests: Black River Academy Museum, Okemo Valley TV
• Discussion of Class 4 portion of Preedom Hill ownership/use
• Dam rehab and spillway repair project update
• Process for town clerk appointment (change from elected position)

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially revise flood hazard regulations, with guidance from a MARC representative, along with other items like rules of procedure, trustees' bylaw changes, a junkyard ordinance, and neighborhood development areas. The agenda includes a draft flood hazard bylaw with detailed development standards.

• Flood Hazard Regulation discussion with Jason from MARC
• Draft Flood Hazard Area Bylaws with development standards
• Trustees Bylaw Changes and Section 220 (bedrooms added and substantial changes)
• Junkyard Ordinance review
• Neighborhood Development Areas discussion

Meeting

The Ludlow Development Review Board is holding a public hearing on an application by Michelle Suker and Vermont Bliss Catering, LLC to convert two parking spots into outdoor seating at 47 Depot Street. The property is in the Village Residential-Commercial district. The board will consider the amendment to application 22-485-CU and accept public comments in person, by Zoom, or in writing.

• Application 22-485-CU, Amendment #1 by Michelle Suker & Vermont Bliss Catering, LLC
• Convert two parking spots to outdoor seating at 47 Depot Street, Ludlow
• Parcel No. 230472-000
• Public hearing on June 10, 2024 at 6:00 PM in Heald Auditorium and via Zoom

Meeting

The Ludlow Trustee of Public Funds is meeting to elect officers, award a scholarship, and discuss a scholarship not awarded last year because the recipient did not return for a second semester. The agenda is otherwise routine and procedural.

• Elect chair, vice chair, and clerk
• Award scholarship
• Discuss scholarship not awarded last year due to recipient not returning for second semester

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission approved two water allocation requests: a new one-bedroom unit at 13 South Hill Street (with a $500 hook-on fee) and an increase from 3 to 4 bedrooms at 15 Commonwealth. They also reviewed department reports on repairs, billing, and infrastructure projects, and entered executive session for a manager review with no action taken.

• Approved separate one-bedroom unit at 13 South Hill Street with $500 hook-on fee
• Approved allocation increase from 3 to 4 bedrooms at 15 Commonwealth
• Reported $675,000 in bills sent, all but $18,000 collected; shut-off notices issued
• Repaired water main leak on Pine Hill and service leak at 32 Pleasant Street
• Asset management project 75% complete, funded by 100% forgivable Clean Water loan

Meeting

The Ludlow Water Commission will consider water allocation requests for 13 South Hill Street and 15 Commonwealth Ave, and may approve an updated allocation application. They will also review the aged receivables report, hear department head reports, and discuss possible annual pay raises in executive session. The meeting is largely routine, with no major policy decisions expected.

• 13 South Hill Street: request for a separate unit with 1 bedroom
• 15 Commonwealth Ave: request for 1 additional bedroom
• Review/change/approve updated Allocation Application
• Aged Receivables Report
• Possible executive session on annual pay raises

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board approved a revised allocation of $331,926.05 in ARPA funds, including $25,000 for a mountain bike trail system and $65,000 for Dorsey Park rehab, leaving a balance of $116,926.05. The board also discussed the ownership and use of a Class 4 portion of Preedom Hill Road, with options including a draft ordinance for the July meeting. Liquor license renewals were approved, and a bid for screened winter sand was awarded to Pike Industries at $12.37 per cubic yard loaded.

• Approved ARPA fund allocation: $331,926.05 total, with $25,000 for Mountain Bike Trail System and $65,000 for Dorsey Park Rehab
• Discussed Class 4 portion of Preedom Hill Road; draft ordinance to be prepared for July meeting
• Approved liquor license renewals for Vermont Retail 1, Depot Street Mafia & Catering Corp, Moon Calhoun LLC, and Blue Duck Deli
• Awarded screened winter sand bid to Pike Industries at $12.37/CY loaded
• Approved Fire Chief inclusion in VMERS-D benefit package at estimated $115,000 cost

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting on June 3, 2024, to discuss and decide on several items, including liquor license renewals, the ownership/use of the Class 4 portion of Preedom Hill, encumbering skate park funds, an overview of the re-appraisal process, ARPA funds allocation, a retirement plan for a new fire chief position, and highway winter sand bids. The board will also consider minutes, hear citizen comments, and may enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Liquor license renewal for Moon Calhoon LLC / Blue Duck Deli LLC
• Outside consumption permit for Depot Street Mafia & Catering Corp.
• Discussion on Class 4 portion of Preedom Hill ownership/use
• Consideration of encumbering skate park funds
• Review of highway screened winter sand bids

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider restructuring Brian Benoit's position to Head Electrician, discussing spending limits, and approving a Power Sales Agreement for the Stone House Solar Project with Vermont Public Power Supply Authority. The board will also vote on paying the VT Child Care Contribution of 0.44% starting July 1, 2024, and review financial and superintendent reports.

• Restructure Brian Benoit's position to Head Electrician
• Discussion of spending limits
• Approval for LELD to pay VT Child Care Contribution of 0.44% starting July 1, 2024
• Approval for LELD to enter into Power Sales Agreement for Stone House Solar Project with VPPSA
• Executive session on personnel, legal representation, and IBEW300 union

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a mostly procedural agenda, including agenda changes, approval of previous meeting minutes, and other business. The board will also consider an executive session to discuss personnel, legal representation, and IBEW 300 union matters.

• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2024 regular meeting and May 2, 2024 special meeting
• Discussion of personnel, legal representation, and IBEW 300 union in executive session
• Possible items for next meeting on June 27, 2024

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss flood hazard regulations with a MARC representative and to review changes made by the Village Trustees to the proposed Village Bylaws, ensuring consistency with the town plan and state law. They will also discuss a junkyard ordinance and a noise chapter. The meeting is hybrid, held in the Heald Auditorium and via Zoom.

• Flood Hazard Regulation discussion with Jason from MARC
• Review of Village Trustees' changes to proposed Village Bylaws
• Discussion of Junkyard Ordinance
• Discussion of Noise Chapter
• Citizen comments (5 minutes)

Meeting

The Ludlow Board of Cemetery Commissioners is holding its regular monthly meeting. The sexton's report covers recent cremation burials, interest from five families in buying lots, and research into green burial options at other Vermont cemeteries. The board will also consider wage adjustments in executive session and set the date for the next meeting.

• Sexton reports two cremation burials completed, with another expected by meeting time
• Five families interested in buying cemetery lots and want to see locations
• Sexton researching green burial practices at hybrid cemeteries in Vermont
• New split rail fence installed by cemetery staff
• Executive session scheduled for wage adjustments

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding a special meeting to finalize and award the Timber Inn Project. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Finalize/Award Timber Inn Project

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board held a special meeting to review and award a bid for demolition/stabilization of the Timber Inn property. The board voted unanimously to accept Crown Point LLC's bid of $58,175.00. No other business was discussed.

• Awarded Crown Point LLC a $58,175.00 bid for demolition/stabilization of the Timber Inn property

Meeting

The Ludlow Development Review Board is holding a hybrid public hearing on an appeal of an approved permit for a single-family residential home at 3 Gill Terrace. The appellants, Leslie & Marc Stewart and Cathleen & Lee Ellmaker, oppose the permit. The project is in the Village Residential district.

• Appeal of approved permit for single-family home at 3 Gill Terrace
• Appellants: Leslie & Marc Stewart (5 High Street) and Cathleen & Lee Ellmaker (3 High Street)
• Property parcel no. 230259-100
• Application number 501-24-AP
• Hybrid hearing at Heald Auditorium and via Zoom

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission approved a 5% increase in water service rates effective July 1, 2024, and granted several water billing requests, including a change of use for a restaurant and new construction allocations. The board also discussed recent water leaks, staff certifications, and the upcoming lead service pipe inventory.

• Approved 5% service rate increase effective July 1, 2024
• Approved change of use at 6 Andover Street to a 32-seat restaurant
• Approved 4-bedroom allocation for new construction on Pine Hill Road, Lot #12
• Approved adding a bedroom at 35 High Street (3 to 4 bedrooms)
• Discussed three recent water leaks and lead service pipe inventory due by October

Meeting

The Ludlow Water Commission will consider three water billing requests: a change of use at 6 Andover St., an additional bedroom at 35 High St., and a new 4-bedroom allocation for Lot 12 on Pine Hill Rd. The board will also conduct its annual review and possible increase of service rates, along with routine items like minutes, reports, and warrant orders.

• Annual review and possible increase of service rates
• Water billing request: 6 Andover St. — change of use
• Water billing request: 35 High St. — add 1 bedroom for 4-bedroom allocation
• Water billing request: Pine Hill Rd Lot 12 — new construction, 4-bedroom allocation
• Approve minutes from April 2, 2024 meeting

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting on May 6, 2024, to consider a liquor license renewal, discuss the town-village merge process, a FEMA buyout for 21 Meadow St, and the creation of new fire and police chief positions. They will also review department head reports, a possible 5k Alarm Road Race, and a capital improvement plan.

• Liquor License Renewal - Toms Loft Tavern
• FEMA Buyout - 21 Meadow St
• Discuss New Fire and Police Chief Positions
• Local Options Tax Discussion
• Jewell Brook Dam Project Overview

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to appoint a superintendent and hear comments from ratepayers. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being the superintendent appointment, followed by an executive session on personnel.

• Appointment of Superintendent
• Comments from Ratepayers
• Executive session on personnel

Village Trustees

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to discuss the appropriation of ARPA funds that must be committed by December 31, 2024. Discussions included potential funding for sidewalks, recreation projects, and tennis court repairs.

• Discussion of $232,936.04 in available ARPA funds
• Potential allocation of $100,000 for sidewalk repairs
• Discussion regarding playground repairs at Dorsey estimated at approximately $130,000
• Proposal for a project list to be presented at the June meeting

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board held a special meeting to gather public input on how to spend the town's $331,926 in federal ARPA funds. The town manager will compile project proposals by the end of May for the board to consider at its June meeting. Residents and board members discussed sidewalks, a transfer station bathroom, a dog park, tennis court repairs, and other recreation projects.

• ARPA funds: $331,926 received; must be committed by Dec. 31, 2024 and spent by Dec. 31, 2026
• Proposed projects: sidewalks, transfer station bathroom, dog park, Jewel Brook Dam alert system, mountain bike trails, Dorsey Park tennis courts, West Hill recreation area
• Resident Alan Couch questioned Ludlow's ARPA allocation and plans to write to the governor and state treasurer
• Michael Normyle volunteered to help develop a scope of work for Dorsey Park tennis court repairs
• Town manager noted FEMA involvement and a new project manager (6th) for flood-related work

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss the appropriation of ARPA funds. The agenda includes consideration of changes to the agenda and other business, but the primary item is the ARPA fund discussion.

• Discussion for appropriation of ARPA Funds

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of previous meeting minutes, reports from the foreman, manager, and financials, and a discussion about conducting an internal financial audit. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel and union discussions.

• Discussion on conducting an internal financial audit
• Approval of minutes from March 28 and April 5 meetings
• Executive session for personnel and IBEW300 union discussion

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board held a brief special meeting, entering executive session before voting unanimously to offer Ben Whalen the position of Fire Chief. The board then adjourned. No other business was discussed.

• Unanimous motion to offer Ben Whalen the position of Fire Chief

Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Ludlow Select Board with a largely procedural agenda. The board will call the meeting to order, consider any changes to the agenda, and may enter an executive session for personnel, contracts, or legal issues before adjourning. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed on the agenda.

• Possible executive session for personnel, contracts, or legal issues

Village Trustees

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to gather public input on the allocation of available ARPA funds. Discussion included potential uses for infrastructure repairs, park improvements, and town hall upgrades.

• Replacement of a culvert at Pleasant Street (estimated $70,000)
• Upgrade of Town Hall audio-visual systems (Village share estimated at $10,000)
• Potential sidewalk repairs near Veterans' Park (estimated $112,000)
• Discussion of improvements to Dorsey Park including tennis/pickleball courts and playgrounds

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss the appropriation of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds. The agenda includes consideration of changes to the agenda and other business, but the primary item is the ARPA fund discussion.

• Discussion for appropriation of ARPA Funds

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to reorganize by electing officers and adopting rules of procedure. They will also discuss updating flood hazard regulations in village and town zoning, with Jason from MARC attending to assist, and consider a junkyard ordinance, energy chapter, and noise chapter.

• Annual board reorganization: elect Chair, Vice Chair, Recording Secretary, Clerk
• Adopt Robert's Rules of Order and Rules of Procedure
• Flood Hazard Regulations update with Jason from MARC
• Junkyard Ordinance/Bylaw discussion
• Energy Chapter and Noise Chapter discussions

Meeting

The Town and Village of Ludlow Boards of Abatement will meet on April 10, 2024, to hear requests for property tax abatements due to flooding from July 2023 and one due to fire. The agenda lists numerous properties, mostly at 145 Main Street, with building values ranging from $77,400 to $263,500. The boards may enter a deliberative session if needed.

• Town abatement for Kermit Upton III at 27 Main Street, building value $263,500, due to flooding
• Village abatement for Del Tufo Real Estate at 145 Main Street Unit 106, building value $193,900, due to flooding
• Town abatement for Meghann and Aaron Galley at 476 Nelson Road, building value $146,700, due to fire
• Multiple abatements for units at 145 Main Street (e.g., Welsh, Munk, Bell, Ludlow Mill 309 LLC) due to flooding
• Both boards will hear abatements and may hold a deliberative session

Meeting

The Ludlow Recreation Committee is meeting to handle routine business including citizen comments, approval of minutes, and a director's report. They will discuss committee member renewals, a dog park cleanup update, upcoming events like Green Up Day and Little League Opening Day, mountain biking, the community center, and projects and funding.

• Committee positions renewals/new members
• Dog Park Clean Up Update
• Events Update: Green Up Day; Little League/Opening Day
• Mountain Biking
• Projects & Funding

Meeting

The Ludlow Development Review Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting. The board will elect its chairman, vice-chairman, clerk, recording secretary, and paper of record, and will set its meeting schedule and adopt rules of procedure. This is a procedural meeting with no development applications or public hearings on the agenda.

• Election of Chairman: George Tucker, Jr.
• Election of Vice-Chairman: John Boehrer
• Election of Clerk: Jarrod Jowdy
• Elect Paper of Record: The Vermont Journal, Rutland Herald (backup)
• Adopt Rules of Procedure (last approved May 8, 2023)

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission held its annual reorganization, electing officers and setting meeting times. They approved minutes and reports, discussed water billing and receivables, and voted to designate a 3-bedroom allocation for 15 Commonwealth Avenue. The meeting was largely procedural with no major policy changes.

• Re-elected David Rose as chairman, Ron Bixby as vice chair, Jackie Cromwell as clerk
• Appointed Ron Bixby to the Ludlow Enterprise Fund Committee
• Designated 3-bedroom allocation for 15 Commonwealth Avenue
• Lead service line inventory to cost about $101,000, mostly forgivable, due by October
• Summer projects include replacing valves by the park and fixing a leak near Sam's on Route 103

Village Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved a request to close Depot Street on Sunday mornings for a seasonal Farmers' Market. The decision follows a discussion regarding community concerns over parking, noise, and emergency vehicle access.

• Approved sewer allocation change for Jewell Brook, LLC from 8/80 to 44 bedrooms
• Approved annual reorganization of the Board of Trustees
• Approved Farmers' Market request to close Depot Street on Sunday mornings
• Reviewed proposed changes to Village Zoning Regulations
• Reported $44,000 in total outstanding aged receivables

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Water Commission will hold its annual board reorganization, electing officers and setting meeting rules. They will also discuss the water billing classification for 15 Commonwealth Ave, a property whose original bedroom allocation is unknown, and review other routine matters like minutes, reports, and receivables.

• Annual board reorganization: elect Chairman, Vice Chairman, Clerk, appoint committee member, set meeting schedule
• Discussion of water billing classification for 15 Commonwealth Ave property
• Review of aged receivables report
• Consideration of water billing requests
• Approve minutes from March 5, 2024 meeting

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board held its annual reorganization, appointed numerous town officers, approved liquor license renewals, and authorized a $327,000 bank note for a highway grader and pickup truck. The board also awarded a paving bid for Okemo Access Road and set a public meeting to discuss ARPA funds. The meeting was largely administrative, with no citizen comments.

• Approved $327,000 M&T Bank note at 4.87% for highway grader and pickup truck
• Awarded $264,070.32 paving bid to Fuller Sand for Okemo Access Road
• Approved Claremont Ford bid of $173,837.40 for highway truck with hook-lift
• Set April 17, 2024 public meeting to discuss ARPA funds
• Encumbered $102,951.50 in unused highway paving funds from FY2024

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting, electing officers and appointing committee members. They will also consider several financial and operational items, including a bank note for highway equipment, highway paving bids, and approval of the local emergency management plan.

• Annual board reorganization: elect chair, vice chair, clerk
• Approve note from M&T Bank for highway grader and pickup truck purchase
• Consider approval of highway bids: F-600 truck purchase and Okemo Access Road paving
• Approve VTrans financial plan, road codes, and bridge standards
• Appoint vacant elected positions: Listers and Trustees of Public Funds

Meeting

This is a public meeting to update Ludlow's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. Attendees will discuss technical review findings, identify vulnerable areas and populations, and consider new mitigation actions and strategies for 2023-2028. The meeting is scheduled for March 27, 2024, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at 37 Depot Street, with a hybrid option via MS Teams.

• Discuss technical review findings
• Identify vulnerable areas and populations
• Identify potential new 2023-2028 mitigation actions and strategies
• Schedule next planning meeting

Village Trustees

During the Village Annual Meeting, residents reviewed and voted on several articles regarding village operations. Key outcomes included approved increases for certain official salaries and the adoption of a $390,375 tax amount.

• Amended Article 2 to increase Trustees' salaries to $2,000 and Water Commissioners/Clerk to $1,500 each
• Passed Article 5 to raise a specific tax amount of $390,375.00
• Approved Article 4 regarding real property tax installment dates for 2024 and 2025
• Authorized Trustees to borrow money in anticipation of taxes or other income via Article 3
• Passed Article 6 allowing for optional electronic delivery of the Annual Village Report

Meeting

The Town of Ludlow held a bid opening for the FY25 summer paving of Okemo Access Road. Five bids were received and recorded, with Fuller Sand submitting the lowest bid at $264,070.32. The Municipal Manager will review the bids and make a recommendation to the Select Board at their April 1, 2024 meeting.

• Fuller Sand bid: $264,070.32 ($82.58/ton)
• Pike Industries bid: $385,441.32 ($106.52/ton)
• Wilk Paving bid: $282,396.00 ($81.90/ton)
• Springfield Paving bid: $345,012.00 ($98.72/ton)
• Bazin Bros. bid: $331,752.75 ($94.50/ton)

The Town of Ludlow opened a single sealed bid for the 2024 Highway F-660 Diesel Truck with Hook-Lift Set-Up and Plow Package. Claremont Ford submitted the only bid at $173,837.40. The bid will be reviewed and a recommendation will be made to the Select Board at their April 1, 2024 meeting. No decision was made at this meeting.

• Opened sole bid from Claremont Ford for highway truck package at $173,837.40
• Scheduled bid review and recommendation for Select Board meeting on April 1, 2024

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and update flood hazard regulations in village and town zoning, with assistance from Jason from MARC. The agenda includes approval of minutes, citizen comments, and planning for next month's agenda, which will continue flood hazard regulations and an energy chapter. The meeting is a regular session with no final decisions listed.

• Discussion of flood hazard regulations in village and town zoning
• Review of 2022 VT Model Stand Alone Flood Hazard Bylaw
• Planning for next month's agenda: flood hazard regulations and energy chapter
• Approval of minutes from February 22 and February 27, 2024

Meeting

The Ludlow Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including the dog park, Easter events, Green Up Day, Little League/Opening Day, and the Community Center. They will also review ARPA funding. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Dog Park discussion
• Easter event planning
• Green Up Day coordination
• Little League/Opening Day
• ARPA Funding review

Meeting

The Ludlow Development Review Board is holding two recessed public hearings: one for Shaw's Supermarket to rebuild its interior and plaza after major flood damage, and another for the Mill Condominium Owners Association to address flood hazard compliance and repair rear pedestrian decks. The board will also review minutes from February 12, 2024, and handle other business.

• Public hearing: Shaw's Supermarket, Application 23-110-FHR, 213 Main Street, interior and plaza rebuild after July 10, 2023 flood
• Public hearing: Mill Condominium Owners Assoc., Application 464-18-FHR Amd. 2, 145 Main Street, flood hazard review and rear deck repairs
• Minutes review: February 12, 2024

Village Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved billing forgiveness and credits for Eight Oh Brew and Mr. Darcy’s due to flood impacts. The board also discussed a proposal to move the Farmers' Market to Depot Street, but ultimately rescinded the motion pending police review.

• Approved $714.00 credit for Eight Oh Brew for billing from 1/1/24 through 7/30/24
• Approved $571.20 credit for Mr. Darcy’s, contingent on current ownership remaining
• Discussed potential relocation of the Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant to Black River Development Corp property
• Planned repaving of the Village portion of Route 103 in 2025
• Approved minutes from February 6 and February 22 meetings

Meeting

The Ludlow Water Commission will consider rate reduction requests from Eight Oh Brew and Mr. Darcy's, both citing flood damage. The board previously tabled these requests to gather more information. The meeting will also cover routine items like minutes approval, department reports, and billing requests.

• Eight Oh Brew (145 Main Street) requesting rate reduction due to flooding
• Mr. Darcy's (31 Route 103 South) requesting rate reduction due to flooding
• Aged receivables report
• Water billing requests
• Set date for next meeting (April 2, 2024)

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission voted to deny rate reduction requests from Eight Oh Brew and Mr. Darcy's, both citing flood damage, and will research policies through VLCT and other towns. The board also discussed replacing a water line under the river from Plumley Avenue to Creaser Avenue and a potential billing change for a property on Commonwealth Avenue.

• Denied rate reduction requests from Eight Oh Brew and Mr. Darcy's (motion passed unanimously)
• Aged receivables down to $109,000; Dunnett properties still outstanding
• Planned replacement of 4-inch water line under river from Plumley Avenue to Creaser Avenue with 8-inch supply line; ANR involvement needed
• Valve by Veterans' Park gazebo to be replaced in spring
• 15 Commonwealth Avenue billing to be reviewed by Planning and Zoning; possible change from 1-3 bedroom rate

Select Board

At the annual town meeting, Ludlow voters adopted articles setting salaries, tax collection dates, borrowing authority, a $4,684,819 tax levy, a $222,500 capital fund, a $7,250 transit appropriation, and a five-year property tax exemption for Fletcher Farm Foundation. The meeting also included reports from the state congressman and discussions on the town budget, including a proposed increase for a full-time chief deputy and the future of the high school building.

• Adopted $4,684,819 tax levy (Article 5)
• Adopted $222,500 capital fund including $125,000 for dam spillway repairs (Article 6)
• Adopted $7,250 for MOOvers transit service (Article 7)
• Adopted 5-year tax exemption for Fletcher Farm Foundation (Article 8)
• Discussed $95,000 chief deputy salary increase and high school building future

Meeting

Ludlow's annual Town Meeting on March 4-5, 2024, will decide the town budget, tax levy, and officer salaries. Voters will also consider capital fund appropriations, a transit subsidy, and a property tax exemption for Fletcher Farm Foundation.

• Approve $4,684,819 tax levy for town and county budgets
• Approve $222,500 capital fund for equipment and facilities
• Approve $7,250 for MOOver transit service
• Exempt Fletcher Farm Foundation from property taxes for 5 years
• Set Select Board salary at $1,600, Cemetery Commissioners $900, Trustees $400

Meeting

The Town & Village of Ludlow is holding the second public meeting to update its Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, a process led by the Mount Ascutney Regional Commission (MARC). The meeting will review technical findings, assess the previous 2018 plan, identify vulnerable areas and populations, and discuss potential new mitigation actions for 2023-2028. Public input is encouraged, both in person and virtually.

• Presentation from MARC on technical review findings
• Assessment of previous plan strategies and capabilities (2018 plan)
• Identification of vulnerable areas and populations
• Discussion of potential new 2023-2028 mitigation actions and strategies
• Public input via survey, email, or virtual meeting

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to vote on modernizing the Village Zoning and Flood Hazard Regulations. If approved, the documents and map will move to the Village Trustees for a public hearing.

• Motion to modernize Village Zoning and Flood Hazard Regulations
• Forwarding documents and map to Village Trustees for public hearing

Planning Commission

The Ludlow Planning Commission held a public hearing and special meeting to discuss modernizing village zoning and flood hazard regulations, but no formal votes were taken on the proposed changes. The board heard public comments on sign regulations, accessory dwelling units, and flood-related fuel tank rules, and discussed survey results and meeting norms. The minutes were approved as amended, and the meeting adjourned without substantive decisions.

• Approved minutes from January 23, 2024, as amended (unanimous)
• Adopted new meeting norms: start on time, limit outside meetings, attend in person when possible
• Discussed but did not vote on sign regulation amendments for interior LED/neon signs
• Discussed but did not vote on accessory dwelling unit size and definition changes
• Discussed but did not vote on flood hazard fuel tank anchoring requirements
• No formal action taken on zoning modernization proposals

Village Trustees

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to review the village's upcoming fiscal year. The trustees voted unanimously to approve the FY2025 budget as presented. They also approved the signing of the Village Warning for the 2024 Annual Village Meeting.

• Approval of the Village FY2025 budget
• Approval and signing of the 2024 Annual Village Meeting Warning
• Removal of the Public Informational Meeting scheduled for March 25, 2024

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to review and possibly approve the FY2025 village budget. The board will also consider approving and signing the warning for the 2024 Annual Village Meeting, which includes an informational meeting and voting dates in March.

• Review and possibly approve Village Budget – FY2025
• Approve and sign warning for 2024 Annual Village Meeting
• Informational and Village Meeting on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 6:00 PM in Heald Auditorium
• Australian Ballot voting on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Meeting

The Ludlow Board of Abatement will hear requests for property tax abatements on 13 parcels, including several on Main Street and Route 103. The Board of Civil Authority will then meet to handle election-related administrative items, such as voter checklist changes and appointing election officials.

• Abatement hearings for 13 properties, including 36 Main Street, 64 Pond Street, 106 Main Street, 66 Route 100 North, 87 Fox Lane, 91 Route 103, 31 Route 103, 145 Main Street (multiple parcels), and Commonwealth Ave
• Review and approve voter checklist additions/deletions
• Approve use of voting machine as exit list
• Authorize Clerk to appoint additional election officials if needed
• Appoint justice to deliver ballots if necessary

Meeting

The Ludlow Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, a director's report, and updates on several projects. They will also discuss community center rental fees and ARPA funding.

• Dog Park update
• Dorsey Park Playground update
• Little League/HS Baseball Field update
• Community Center Rental Fee Discussion
• ARPA Funding

Meeting

The Ludlow Development Review Board is holding public hearings on nine applications, including several flood-damage repairs and two subdivisions. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings and conduct other business.

• Public hearing: Keenland Group, 117 Main St — covered dining patio, outdoor seating, flood damage repairs
• Public hearing: Tucker, 68 Flatow Rd — subdivision of 10.01-acre lot into two
• Public hearing: Jewell Brook, 1 Parker Ave — subdivision of 2.2-acre lot into four
• Recessed hearing: Shaw's Supermarket, 213 Main St — rebuild interior after July 10, 2023 flood
• Recessed hearing: Divided Sky Foundation, 262 Fox Ln — replace pool with 13,000–15,000-gallon fiberglass storage tank for fire protection

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission approved a water allocation increase for 86 Andover Street and approved relinquishing allocations for Subway and Sam's Steakhouse due to flooding. They tabled rate reduction requests from Eight Oh Brew and Mr. Darcy's pending more information. The board also discussed the upcoming budget, including salary and chemical cost increases, and reviewed aged receivables.

• Approved allocation increase from 2 to 3 bedrooms at 86 Andover Street
• Approved relinquishing water allocations for Subway (21 Main Street) and Sam's Steakhouse (91 Route 103 South) due to FEMA buyout
• Tabled rate reduction requests from Eight Oh Brew (145 Main Street) and Mr. Darcy's (31 Route 103 South) due to flooding
• Budget discussion: salaries increased from $46,900 to $51,000, sodium hydroxide from $10,000 to $16,000
• Lead service line inventory eligible for $107,767, with $103,000 forgivable

Village Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved several requests to increase water allocations for residential properties. The board also voted to allow Subway and Sam's Steakhouse to relinquish their allocations and remove billing retroactive to July 2023 following flood-related buyouts.

• Approved allocation increase from 5 to 8 bedrooms at 21 Coleman Brook Road, M02 Solitude
• Approved allocation increase from 2 to 3 bedrooms at 86 Andover Street
• Approved allocation increase from 5 to 6 bedrooms at 937 Okemo Ridge Road, Solitude
• Approved removal of billing and relinquishment of allocations for Subway and Sam's Steakhouse
• Discussed potential $32,000 to $36,000 annual lease for a new highway backhoe

Meeting

The Ludlow Village Board of Trustees will consider changes to water/sewer allocations for several properties, including increases for three residences and rate reductions or removal for four businesses citing flood damage. The board will also discuss the budget, review aged receivables, and handle routine administrative items.

• 21 Coleman Brook Rd.: increase allocation from 5 to 8 bedrooms
• 86 Andover St.: increase allocation by 1 bedroom (to 3 total)
• 937 Okemo Ridge Rd.: increase allocation from 5 to 6 bedrooms
• Eight Oh Brew, Mr. Darcy's, Subway: request rate reductions due to flooding
• Sam's Steakhouse: requests removal of allocation/billing due to flooding

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting to handle routine town business, including approving minutes, reviewing annual liquor license applications, and discussing a FEMA buyout for 6 Mill St. They will also review the Planning Commission's rules of procedure and consider appointments and permits.

• Review and approve annual liquor license applications
• Pedestrian Bridge – Mill St discussion
• Planning Commission Rules of Procedure review/action
• FEMA buyout discussion for 6 Mill St (Windsor County Youth Services)
• Sons of American Legion Annual Coin Drop approval

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider the 2024 annual budget and adopt the American Public Power Association 17th edition Safety Manual as a supplement to the existing personnel plan. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, reports from the foreman and manager, and public comments from ratepayers.

• 2024 annual budget consideration
• Adoption of APPA 17th edition Safety Manual
• Approval of December 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Foreman's report and Manager's report
• Comments from ratepayers

Meeting

This agenda is a checklist notice for the upcoming Town Meeting and Australian Ballot voting, which will coincide with the Presidential Primary. It provides details on voting dates, locations, and absentee ballot availability. The document also includes the official voter checklist as of January 30, 2024.

• Town Meeting on March 4, 2024 at 7:00 PM
• Australian Ballot voting on March 5, 2024 from 10 AM to 7 PM at Frank Heald Auditorium
• Presidential Primary requiring voters to declare Democratic or Republican ballot
• Absentee ballots available starting February 14, 2024
• Voter registration available online at https://olvr.vermont.gov/

Meeting

The Ludlow Electric Light Department Board of Commissioners will meet to consider adopting the APPA 17th edition Safety Manual, review the 2024 annual budget, and hear reports from the foreman and manager. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations with Local 300.

• Adoption of APPA 17th edition Safety Manual as supplement to personnel plan
• 2024 annual budget review
• Foreman's Report and Manager's Report
• Executive session on Local 300 Collective Bargaining Agreement

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board and Village Trustees are holding a special joint meeting to discuss implementing a short-term rental registry and may consider taking action on it. The agenda includes public discussion on the registry, followed by other business and a possible executive session.

• Public discussion on implementing a Short Term Rental Registry
• Possible action regarding the registry
• Other business
• Executive session if necessary

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially vote on modernizing the town's Village Zoning and Flood Hazard Regulations. The agenda includes reviewing proposed changes to specific sections, revisiting multi-unit dwellings in certain districts, and discussing possible zoning map changes. A motion for a public hearing on these changes is also on the agenda.

• Review of Chris Callahan's proposed changes to zoning regulations
• Discussion of Section 224 (expiration of permits) modification
• Revisit multi-unit dwellings in Preservation District and V-R district
• Discussion of possible changes to Village R-C and R-2 zoning districts
• Motion for a public hearing on zoning amendments

Meeting

The Ludlow Development Review Board is holding public hearings on multiple flood-related applications, including repairs and elevation of mobile homes, commercial reconstruction, and a permanent commercial building. Several hearings were recessed from previous meetings and will continue. The board will also review minutes from November and December 2023.

• Doris Rose: elevate double-wide mobile home at 36 Main Street, Lot 14 above base flood elevation
• Mill Condominium Owners Assoc.: flood hazard review and repair of pedestrian decks at 145 Main Street
• Black River Mobile Home Court: elevate mobile home at 36 Main Street, Lot 4; affirm all homes comply with zoning after July 10, 2023 flood
• South Face Village at Okemo: make temporary real estate office permanent at Lodge Road
• Shaw's Supermarket: reconstruct interior and expand into adjacent unit at 213 Main Street after flood damage

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding a special meeting to work on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and to review and possibly sign the town warning. The agenda also includes other business and a possible executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Fiscal Year 2025 budget work
• Review and possibly sign town warning

Meeting

The Ludlow Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and potentially vote on modernizations to the village's zoning and flood hazard regulations, including changes proposed by Chris Callahan. The commission will also consider revisions to multi-unit dwelling rules in the Preservation District and V-R district, and possible changes to the Village R-C and R-2 zoning districts, including map changes. A motion for a public hearing on these changes is on the agenda.

• Discussion of Chris Callahan's proposed changes to Section 224 (permit expiration)
• Revisit multi-unit dwellings in the Preservation District and V-R district
• Discussion and possible changes to Village R-C and R-2 zoning districts
• Map changes for Village R-2 district
• Motion for a public hearing on zoning and flood hazard regulation amendments

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding a special meeting focused on Fiscal Year 2025 budget work, which includes discussion of the Fire Chief position. The agenda also allows for other business and a possible executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Work
• Fire Chief Position Discussion
• Possible Executive Session for Personnel or Legal

Meeting

The Ludlow Recreation Committee is meeting to handle routine business including citizen comments, approval of December minutes, and a director's report. They will also discuss old business items like the dog park, VOREC grant, community center hours, and winter activities, plus new business on fundraising and a potential donation for the Dorsey Park playground expansion.

• Dog Park discussion
• VOREC Grant update
• Community Center Hours update
• Dorsey Park Playground Expansion: Potential Donation/Action
• Fundraising Ideas

Select Board

The Ludlow Select Board discussed the FY25 municipal budget, including a proposed full-time fire chief position, and received updates on FEMA flood recovery, a town reappraisal, and an emergency watershed project. The board also set dates for budget and short-term rental discussions.

• FY25 budget draft includes 4% tax increase, partly due to 12.5% health insurance hike
• Proposed new full-time Fire Chief/Deputy position added to budget
• FEMA flood repairs cost $1.8-1.9 million, excluding wastewater plant
• Town reappraisal planned for 2026; current CLA at 75, COD at 22
• USDA emergency watershed project approved with 75% federal funding, town share $112,000

Meeting

The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting on January 8, 2024, to discuss several key items including a FEMA financial/recovery update, a town re-appraisal, an Emergency Watershed Program project, and FY 25 budget work. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, citizen comments, and setting the next meeting date.

• FEMA Financial/Recovery Update
• Town Re-Appraisal
• Emergency Watershed Program Project
• FY 25 Budget Work
• Approve minutes of December 4, 2023

Water Commission

The Ludlow Water Commission approved a retroactive rate reduction for the Timber Inn Motel, which is undergoing a FEMA buy-out after flooding, and approved a reduction in bedroom allocation for a property on High Street. The commission also reviewed the aged receivables report, discussed the budget, and received updates on infrastructure repairs and FEMA projects.

• Approved reducing Timber Inn Motel allocation to one-unit residential, retroactive to July 2023
• Approved removing 2-bedroom allocation at 81 High Street, leaving 3-bedroom allocation
• Aged receivables over 120 days at $16,487, expected to drop to ~$6,000 after pending payments
• Discussed budget, noting wages down due to staff reduction from 4 to 3
• Reported Elm Street leak fixed, water pressure spike at 100 South, and FEMA projects submitted for Plumley and Creaser Avenues

Village Trustees

The Village of Ludlow Board of Trustees approved a retroactive property tax rate reduction for the Timber Inn Motel and Home at 112 Route 103 South, which is undergoing a FEMA buyout. The board also approved a zoning allocation change for 81 High Street, reducing the allowable bedrooms from five to three. Additionally, the board reviewed FEMA reimbursement updates for flood debris and wastewater plant losses, with funds expected within 60 to 90 days.

• Approved retroactive reduction of property tax rates to single-family residential levels for Timber Inn Motel and Home, 112 Route 103 South
• Approved removal of two bedrooms from the allocation for 81 High Street, changing it from a 5-bedroom to a 3-bedroom house
• Reviewed FEMA updates regarding debris cleanup and temporary Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant losses, with reimbursement expected in 60-90 days
• Discussed the replacement of the Pond Street Bridge by the fire station, which will be 75% USDA funded and involves raising and widening the structure

Meeting

The Ludlow Water Commission will consider two water billing requests: removing a 2-bedroom allocation at 81 High St. and a rate reduction for the Timber Inn Motel & Home due to July 2023 flood damage. The board will also discuss the budget, receive department head reports, and review aged receivables.

• 81 High St. — remove 2-bedroom allocation, leaving 3-bedroom allocation
• Timber Inn Motel & Home — rate reduction request due to flooding
• Budget discussion
• Aged receivables report
• Approve minutes from December 5, 2023 meeting