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🗳️ How this town voted (48 contests)
Official town-by-town returns — MA Secretary of the Commonwealth (PD43+). ✓ marks this town's plurality choice.
U.S. Senate 2024-11-05
Elizabeth Ann Warren ✓ 452 · John Deaton 270
U.S. House — 1st Congressional 2024-11-05
Richard E. Neal ✓ 448 · Nadia Donya Milleron 247
State Senate — Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire 2024-11-05
Paul W. Mark ✓ 494 · David A. Rosa 201
State Representative — 1st Franklin 2024-11-05
Natalie M. Blais ✓ 564
Register of Deeds — Franklin 2024-11-05
Scott A. Cote ✓ 542
President 2024-11-05
Harris/ Walz ✓ 479 · Trump/ Vance 211 · Stein/ Caballero-Roca 22 · Oliver/ Ter Maat 11 · Ayyadurai/ Ellis 5 · De La Cruz/ Garcia 1
Governor's Council — 8th 2024-11-05
Tara J. Jacobs ✓ 558
Clerk of Courts — Franklin County 2024-11-05
Benjamin Simanski ✓ 562
U.S. Senate 2024-09-03
Elizabeth Ann Warren ✓ 120
U.S. Senate 2024-09-03
John Deaton ✓ 25 · Robert J. Antonellis 12 · Ian Cain 4
U.S. House — 1st Congressional 2024-09-03
Richard E. Neal ✓ 114
State Senate — Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire 2024-09-03
Paul W. Mark ✓ 120

Recent meetings

Mon Aug 3, 2026

Charlemont Board of Assessors Meets

Board of Assessors to approve minutes and tax abatement lists

The Charlemont Board of Assessors will review and approve minutes from prior meetings, sign a motor vehicle excise warrant, and approve monthly lists of real and personal property tax abatements for July 2026. They will also enter executive session to deliberate on pending abatement applications and discuss litigation strategy.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF ASSESSORS DATE: Monday, August 3, 2026 TIME: 6:30 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall; 157 Main Street, Charlemont AGENDA* ACTION ITEMS Review/Approve and Sign: 1. Minutes from 7/6/2026 and 7/13/2026 meetings 2. Warrant to Collector and Notice of Commitment for FY 2026 motor vehicle excise commitment #4 Monthly list of real and personal property tax abatements for July, 2026 3. Monthly list of motor vehicle excise tax abatements for July, 2026 4. Review/approve (1) administrative abatement of preliminary tax due to billing error. Discussion and/or Vote: Review Mail and Correspondence ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION: Enter into executive session for purpose #7; to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law: to deliberate on pending abatement and/or exemption applications, which under G.L. Chapter 59, Section 60 are not open to the general public. And for purpose #3; to discuss strategy with respect to litigation in the matter of Julee Clement v. Charlemont, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town. 1. Review and sign minutes from the last executive session meeting. 2. Review & deliberate on (3) motor vehicle excise abatement applications. 3. Discuss litigation strategy in the matter of Julee Clement v. Charlemont. NEXT MEETING: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED: CFH 7/30/202 …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026

Charlelmont Selectboard Meets- utility pole hearing

Charlemont Selectboard to hold public hearing on National Grid pole installation

The Selectboard will hold a public hearing regarding a request from National Grid to install a pole on Maxwell Rd. The board will also consider appointing a Fire Chief and review agreements for solid waste and a regional dog shelter.

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CHARLEMONT SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday August 3,2026 Time: 6:00 pm Place: Charlemont Town Hall ,157 Main Street Charlemont MA and Via Telephone This meeting will be held in person and via phone conference. To attend the meeting by phone call: 1-425-436-6303 with access code: 240482 #. Appointments: 6pm – Pole Hearing In accordance with the provisions of Section 22, Chapter 166, of the Massachusetts General Laws, a public hearing will be held on Monday, August 3,2026 at 6:00 P.M. at the Charlemont Town Hall,157 Main Street Charlemont Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a NATIONAL GRID requests permission to locate poles, wires, and fixtures, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures, along and across the following public ways: Maxwell Rd - National Grid to install 1 SO Pole on Maxwell Rd beginning at a point approximately 1,310 ft southeast of the centerline of the intersection of Davenport Rd and Tatro Rd. National Grid to install one SO 35ft Class 4 stub pole. Pole to be numbered 82-84 and for the purpose of support for P82 with the removal of one tree guy wire There may be attached to said poles such wires, cables, and fixtures as needed in their business and all of said wires and cables shall be placed at a height of not less than twenty (20) feet from the ground. Administrators Report: 1) State Owned Land Listening Session July 16 at Franklin Regional Council of Governments – Follow up 2) EV Charger pow …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Charlemont Board of Health Meets

Board of Health to discuss 2155 Route 2, 119 Main St., and other items

The Board of Health will hold a remote meeting to discuss several properties including 2155 Route 2, 119 Main St., The Block at 122 Main St., and Woodland Park at 280 Zoar Rd. The board will also consider Reggae Fest food truck inspections and a Health Agent report. An appointment is scheduled with Jonathan Mirin, Ellen Landau, and Kent Chamberlin to follow up on requested documents and other topics.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF HEALTH DATE: Tuesday July 28, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM This is a zoom meeting. To join the meeting, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89991386657. Meeting ID: 899 9138 6657 The call-in number is 1-646-558-8656 followed by 89991386657# No in-person attendance of members of the public will be permitted, but every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access and participate in the proceedings via this conference call. AGENDA* Appointment: 6:15 -6:30 Jonathan Mirin, Ellen Landau, Kent Chamberlin, to follow up on the requested documents, dark field microscopy questions, smart meters etc. Action items: 1. Minutes of 6/30/2026 Discussion items: 1. 2155 Route 2. 2. 119 Main St. 3. The Block, 122 Main St. 4. Woodland Park, 280 Zoar Rd. 5. Reggae Fest Food Truck Inspections Recurring Topics: 1. Health Agent Report *To the extent known at time of posting. Posted: 7/24/2026
Mon Jul 20, 2026

Charlemont Agricultural Commission Meets

Agricultural Commission to discuss survey results and new member

The Charlemont Agricultural Commission will meet on July 20, 2026, to introduce new member Melissa Griswold, follow up on agricultural survey responses, discuss a potential business association for producers, and consider future projects. The board will also approve minutes from May 11, 2026, and set the next meeting date.

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Charlemont Agricultural Commission Notice of Meeting Monday July 20 ,2026 6:00 PM This meeting will be held in person at Charlemont Town Hall 157, Main Street Charlemont MA Agenda Items: 1. New Member -Melissa Griswold Introduction 2. Follow up with Randy on Agricultural Survey responses received to date 3. Ag Producers -Business Association Follow Up? 4. Future Projects 5. Minutes from May 11,2026 and approve outstanding minutes due to no quorum of those present at previous meeting. 6. Set next meeting date Posted: 07/16/2026 8:30 am SER
Mon Jul 13, 2026

Charlemont Board of Assessors Meets

Board to vote on 3-year assessment contract with Catalis

The Charlemont Board of Assessors will consider approving a Fiscal Year 2027-2029 assessment services contract with Catalis. The board will also review and approve six administrative abatements of preliminary tax due to a billing error.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF ASSESSORS DATE: Monday, July 13, 2026 TIME: 6:30 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall; 157 Main Street, Charlemont AGENDA* ACTION ITEMS Review/Approve and Sign: 1. Fiscal Year 2027-2029 assessment services contract with Catalis (if available) 2. Review/approve (6) administrative abatements of preliminary tax due to billing error. NEXT MEETING: MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED: CFH 7/9/2026 @ 9:58 A.M. PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF ASSESSORS DATE: Monday, July 13, 2026 TIME: 6:30 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall; 157 Main Street, Charlemont AGENDA* ACTION ITEMS Review/Approve and Sign: 1. Fiscal Year 2027-2029 assessment services contract with Catalis (if available) 2. Review/approve (6) administrative abatements of preliminary tax due to billing error. NEXT MEETING: MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED: CFH 7/9/2026 @ 9:58 A.M. PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF ASSESSORS DATE: Monday, July 13, 2026 TIME: 6:30 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall; 157 Main Street, Charlemont AGENDA* ACTION ITEMS Review/Approve and Sign: 1. Fiscal Year 2027-2029 assessment services contract with Catalis (if available) 2. Review/approve (6) administrative abatements of preliminary tax due to billing error. NEXT MEETING: MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026 *To the extent known at ti …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

Charlemont Selectboard Meets

Selectboard to vote on $5,000 reserve transfer for police chief search

The Selectboard will discuss and vote on a $5,000 reserve fund transfer to pay for a police chief search consultant. They will also consider a change order for the Legate Hill Bridge project and a planting proposal for the tennis courts. Additionally, the board will review curb cut permits and finalize a police chief job advertisement.

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CHARLEMONT SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday July 13, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm Place: Charlemont Town Hall ,157 Main Street Charlemont MA and Via Telephone This meeting will be held in person and via phone conference. To attend the meeting by phone call: 1-425-436-6303 with access code: 240482 #. Appointments: 6pm – Finance Committee 1)To discuss and complete FY 26 end of year budget transfers from accountant 2) Reserve Fund transfer of $5,000 to Contracted Services to pay Municipal Resources for Police Chief search. Administrators Report: 1) Tennis Court update, discuss and vote on planting proposal 2) State Owned Land Listening Session July 16 at Franklin Regional Council of Governments 3) Change order from CD Davenport for Legate Hill Bridge, discuss and vote Liaison Reports: Agenda items (Discussion/Vote): 1) Police Chief Ad, need to get any edits back to Municipal Resources 2) Curb Cut permits a) South Heath Road Approve and Sign: 1) Minutes of June 22, July 6,2026 2) Payroll and Vendor Warrants * To the extent known at the time of posting. Posted 07/08/2026 4:00 pm SER
Mon Jul 13, 2026

Charlemont Finance Committee Meets

Finance Committee to discuss FY26 budget transfers and police chief search

The Charlemont Finance Committee will discuss and complete FY26 end-of-year budget transfers, and consider a $5,000 reserve fund transfer to pay for a police chief search via Municipal Resources. The committee will also reappoint officers and a member to the Capital Improvement Committee, and review minutes from prior meetings.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT FINANCE COMMITTEE DATE: Monday, July 13, 2026 TIME: 6:00 P.M. LOCATION: Town Hall in-person AGENDA* Within SelectBoard meeting at 6 PM: 1) To discuss and complete FY 26 end of year budget transfers from accountant 2) Reserve Fund transfer of $5,000 to Contracted Services to pay Municipal Resources for Police Chief search. Finance Committee only (library or hallway): 3. Reappoint Officers - Chair and Secretary. 4. Reappoint Ron Smith to the Capital Improvement Committee. 5. Review/ Approve minutes from April 29 and May 13, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting Posted: 7 / 8 / 2 0 2 6 1 : 1 5S A A
Tue Jul 7, 2026

School Sustainability Study Review Committee Meets

School sustainability study review: Phase 3, community impact, and alternative district options

The School Sustainability Review Committee will review Phase 1 & 2 study results, discuss Phase 3 2D8T study, community impact, financial data, enrollment, MSBA eligibility, and alternative options including Heath rejoining Hawlemont and a district with Rowe. The meeting also includes approving minutes from March 23 and April 28, setting next meeting date, and assigning tasks.

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Mon Jul 6, 2026

Charlemont and Rowe Selectboard Meets

Selectboard to discuss fire chief candidate rankings

The Charlemont Selectboard will discuss rankings of three fire chief candidates from Municipal Resources. They will also vote on approving Chapter 90 paperwork from the Highway Superintendent. The board will enter executive session to consider or interview applicants and conduct strategy sessions for nonunion personnel negotiations.

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CHARLEMONT AND ROWE SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday July 6, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm Place: Charlemont Town Hall ,157 Main Street Charlemont MA and Via Telephone The open meeting portion of this meeting will be held in person and via phone conference. To attend the meeting by phone call: 1-425-436-6303 with access code: 240482 #. Agenda items (Discussion/Vote): 1) Approve Chapter 90 paperwork from Highway Superintendent 2)Discuss Fire Chief Candidate Rankings from Municipal Resources. We have three candidates. 3)Enter into Executive Session for reason # 8, to consider or interview applicants for employment by a preliminary screening committee if the chair declares that an open meeting will have a detrimental effect in obtaining qualified applicants and reason # 2, To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. Posted 07/01/2026 9:45 am SER
Tue Jun 30, 2026

Charlemont Board of Health Meets

Board to hear septic variance proposal at 216 Warner Hill Rd

The Board of Health will hear a proposal from Bill Coli for a septic system variance at 216 Warner Hill Rd. They will also discuss smart meter measurement and National Grid's smart mesh rollout. Action items include approving prior meeting minutes and appointing a board representative to the Earth Removal Committee.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF HEALTH DATE: Tuesday June 30, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM This is a zoom meeting. To join the meeting, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89991386657. Meeting ID: 899 9138 6657 The call-in number is 1-646-558-8656 followed by 89991386657# No in-person attendance of members of the public will be permitted, but every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access and participate in the proceedings via this conference call. AGENDA* Appointments: 6:15 Bill Coli to speak about his proposal for a septic system variance at 216 Warner Hill Rd. 6:35 Jonathan Mirin • Smart meter measurement, • Discussion of emails from Jonathan Mirin and Ken Gartner re: National Grid rollout of smart mesh grid Action items: 1. Minutes of 5/27/2026 2. Board organization 3. BOH representative for the Earth Removal Committee Discussion: 1. 174 Main Street 2. 280 Zoar Rd 3. 2151 Route 2, trash Recurring Topics: 1. Health Agent Report *To the extent known at time of posting. Posted: 5/26/2026 by SAA at 5:45 pm
Mon Jun 22, 2026

Charlemont Selectboard Meets

Selectboard to vote on Wild and Scenic designation excluding Charlemont Bridges

The Charlemont Selectboard will vote on a Wild and Scenic Designation that excludes the Charlemont Bridges, discuss the police chief hiring process, and make yearly appointments to town committees and emergency services. The board will also consider a Digital Equity Grant extension, curb cut permits, and liaison assignments.

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CHARLEMONT SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday June 22, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm Place: Charlemont Town Hall ,157 Main Street Charlemont MA and Via Telephone This meeting will be held in person and via phone conference. To attend the meeting by phone call: 1-425-436-6303 with access code: 240482 #. Appointments: Administrators Report: 1) Digital Equity Grant agreement modification – discuss and vote on extension paperwork, new end date to be December 31,2026 2) Report on June 10th Ambulance regionalization meeting, field trip to Northfield June 25th 3) Rural Policy Plan Municipal Sustainability Recommendation draft 4) Fire Truck Earmark Update Liaison Reports: 1) Letter of support request for school funding in State budget Agenda items (Discussion/Vote): 1) Vote on Wild and Scenic Designation, with the Charlemont Bridges excluded in the legislation 2) Police Chief Hiring process, information from the Municipal Resources group. 3) Yearly appointments to town Committees, Commissions, Emergency Services (Police, Fire, EMS) 4) Selectboard Liaison List and board organization 5) Curb Cut permits a) two - located on Potter Road Extension, no address number yet b) one- located at 104 West Oxbow Road c) one -located at 0 Legate Hill Road Approve and Sign: 1) Minutes of June 8th, 2026 2) Payroll and Vendor Warrants 3) Administrators request to use two remining vacation days * To the extent known at the time of posting. Posted …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026

Charlemont Planning Board Meets

Charlemont Planning Board to organize business association and review rules

The Charlemont Planning Board will hold a public meeting on June 18, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. at Town Hall. The board will discuss organizing a Charlemont Business Association and reviewing its rules and regulations. No major decisions are listed beyond procedural items.

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CHARLEMONT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE DATE: Thursday, June 18th, 2026 TIME: 6:00 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall, 157 Main Street Consistent with Governor Baker’s extension of modifications to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. C. 30A, §20, this meeting will also be conducted via conference call. The public is welcome to participate. To join via conference call, the number is 1-(425)-436-6388 and the access code is 279013#. AGENDA* Citizen’s Comments 6:00-6:15 6:30 Appointment – Master Plan Implementation Committee – all are welcome • Take steps to organize a Charlemont Business association • Look at next steps Agenda Items: 1. Review / Approve Minutes from June 4, 2026 2. Rooster at 193 Main Street, update 3. Review Rules and Regulations *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED:6/16/2026 5:50 PM by SAA
Thu Jun 11, 2026

Charlemont Conservation Commission Meets

Conservation Commission to review building permit for Hinata on Warfield Road

The Charlemont Conservation Commission will consider a building permit for Hinata on Warfield Road, approve minutes from May and June, and discuss a phone message about a driveway at 225 Avery Brook Road. They will also review a forest cutting plan for 88 Warner Hill Road and the railroad's yearly operational plan. A knotweed symposium is scheduled for June 25th at Hawlemont.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT CONSERVATION COMMISSION DATE: Thursday, June 11th, 2026 TIME: 7:00 P.M. PLACE: Town Hall, 157 Main Street, Charlemont Consistent with Governor Baker’s extension of modifications to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. C. 30A, §20, this meeting will also be conducted via conference call. The public is welcome to participate. To join via conference call, the number is 1-(425)-436-6388 and the access code is 279013#. AGENDA* Open Meeting Agenda item 1. Sign off on building permit for Hinata, Warfield Road 2. Minutes of May 14th and June 11th 3. Phone message about 225 Avery brook Road driveway build 4. Forest Cutting Plan 88 Warner Hill Road 5. Railroad Yearly Operational plan 6. Knotweed Symposium June 25th 6 PM at Hawlemont NEXT REGULAR MEETING July 9th, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting. posted 6/8/2026 8:15 PM
Mon Jun 8, 2026

Charlemont Selectboard Meets

Selectboard to discuss Deerfield River proposal, smart meters, and police chief hiring

The Charlemont Selectboard will hear a new proposal for Deerfield River designation, discuss National Grid's smart meter rollout timeline, and consider changes to the police chief job description and hiring process. The board will also review grant awards for road projects, short-term rental implementation, and a school assessment error.

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CHARLEMONT SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday June 8, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm Place: Charlemont Town Hall ,157 Main Street Charlemont MA and Via Telephone This meeting will be held in person and via phone conference. To attend the meeting by phone call: 1-425-436-6303 with access code: 240482 #. Appointments: 6:00 pm – Christopher Curtis- new proposal for Deerfield River Designation in Charlemont 6:15 pm- Jonathan Mirin- Smart Meter Roll Out – 15-minute discussion of National grid timeline for smart meter deployment- guidance on who to contact for a delay in deployment. Administrators Report: 1) Small Bridge Award for Mountain Road Culvert 2) Gravel Roads Grant Award for West Oxbow 3) Grant submittal for Tower Road Intersection with 8A 4) Street Light Bulb Replacement for all streetlights in town – Do we have bulb wattage that we want to submit? 5) Short Term Rental, letters to distribute and timeframe for implementation? 6) Legate Hill Bridge – Closure for 4 weeks while Davenport installs new bridge. 7) Tennis Court procurement has started Parc grant accepted design. Liaison Reports: 1) School assessment error, letters of support and update 2) Transfer Station Plastics Container issues with trash Agenda items (Discussion/Vote): 1) Police Discussion: A) Chief Job Description possible changes and addition of patrol hours per Town Meeting discussion. B) Hiring process for a new chief. C) Acceptance of letter of resignation. …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026

Charlemont Planning Board Meets

Planning Board to hold preliminary site plan review for art/book sales at 165 Main Street

The Charlemont Planning Board will hold a preliminary site plan review for Jake Latakas' books and art sales at 165 Main Street. The board will also review and approve minutes from May 7, 2026, debrief on town meeting bylaw paperwork requirements for the Attorney General, and discuss a Master Plan meeting scheduled for June 18th. Other items include a rooster at 193 Main Street, Hinata driveway progress, and Warfield Road speed study results.

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CHARLEMONT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE DATE: Thursday, June 4th, 2026 TIME: 6:00 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall, 157 Main Street Consistent with Governor Baker’s extension of modifications to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. C. 30A, §20, this meeting will also be conducted via conference call. The public is welcome to participate. To join via conference call, the number is 1-(425)-436-6388 and the access code is 279013#. AGENDA* Citizen’s Comments 6:00-6:15 6:15 Appointment – Jake Latakas preliminary meeting for Site Plan Review for Jake Latakas’ books and art sales at 165 Main Street Agenda Items: 1. Review / Approve Minutes from May 7, 2026 2. Town meeting debrief, bylaw paperwork requirements for AG 3. Discuss Master Plan meeting scheduled for June 18th 4. Rooster at 193 Main Street. 5. Hinata driveway progress 6. Warfield Road speed study results *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED:6/2/2026 1:00 PM by SAA
Mon Jun 1, 2026

Charlemont Board of Assessors Meets

Board of Assessors to approve FY26 motor vehicle excise warrant and abatements

The Charlemont Board of Assessors will vote on routine action items including the FY2026 motor vehicle excise commitment warrant, monthly real and personal property tax abatements, and motor vehicle excise abatements for May 2026. They will also discuss an AP5 conversion and start date, review deeds, and enter executive session to deliberate on pending abatement applications.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF ASSESSORS DATE: Monday, June 1, 2026 TIME: 6:30 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall; 157 Main Street, Charlemont AGENDA* ACTION ITEMS Review/Approve and Sign: 1. Minutes from 4/6/2026 & 5/4/2026 meeting 2. Warrant to Collector and Notice of Commitment for FY 2026 motor vehicle excise commitment #3 3. Monthly list of real and personal property tax abatements for May, 2026 4. Monthly list of motor vehicle excise tax abatements for May, 2026 Discussion and/or Vote: 1. AP5 conversion & start date Review Mail and Correspondence: • Deeds for April, 2026 ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION: Enter executive session for purpose #7 (to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements); to deliberate on pending abatement and/or exemption applications, which per G.L. Chapter 59, Section 60 are not open to the general public. 1. Review and sign minutes from the last executive session meeting. 2. Review & deliberate on (2) property tax abatement applications. 3. Review & deliberate on (4) motor vehicle excise abatement applications. NEXT MEETING: MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED: CFH 5/28/2026 @ 4:28 P.M.
Wed May 27, 2026

Charlemont Board of Health

Board to discuss National Grid smart meter rollout and health impacts

The Charlemont Board of Health will hold a remote meeting to discuss a potential energy-saving and public health measure related to National Grid's smart meter rollout scheduled for June 11. The board will also discuss properties at 107 Main Street (Charlemont Inn), 280 Zoar Rd, and 2155 Route 2, and receive a Health Agent Report. Action items include approval of minutes from April 28, 2026.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF HEALTH DATE: Wednesday May 27, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM This is a zoom meeting. To join the meeting, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89991386657. Meeting ID: 899 9138 6657 The call-in number is 1-646-558-8656 followed by 89991386657# No in-person attendance of members of the public will be permitted, but every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access and participate in the proceedings via this conference call. AGENDA* Appointment: 6:15 Jonathan Mirin Discussion regarding a potential energy- saving and public health impact reduction measure related to National Grid’s smart meter rollout scheduled for June 11 Action items: 1. Minutes of 4/28/2026 Discussion: 1. 107 Main Street – Charlemont Inn 2. 280 Zoar Rd 3. 2155 Route 2 Recurring Topics: 1. Health Agent Report *To the extent known at time of posting. Posted: 5/22/2026 by SAA at 5:45 pm
Thu May 14, 2026

Charlemont Conservation Commission Meets

Public hearing on DCR campground maintenance at Camp Mohawk

The Charlemont Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Request for Determination of Applicability (RDA) from Thomas Keough on behalf of DCR/Mohawk Trail State Forest for routine campground maintenance at Camp Mohawk, including installation of a wooden utility pole for a cellular signal booster. The commission will also consider signing off on a building permit for 28 Heathstage Terrace.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT CONSERVATION COMMISSION DATE: Thursday, May 14th, 2026 TIME: 7:00 P.M. PLACE: Town Hall, 157 Main Street, Charlemont Consistent with Governor Baker’s extension of modifications to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. C. 30A, §20, this meeting will also be conducted via conference call. The public is welcome to participate. To join via conference call, the number is 1-(425)-436-6388 and the access code is 279013#. AGENDA* Open Meeting 7:00 Pm - Public Hearing to review RDA. Thomas Keough on behalf of DCR / Mohawk Trail State Forest; activity consists of routine campground maintenance within the Upper and Lower Campground areas of Camp Mohawk including installation of a wooden utility pole for cellular signal booster. Agenda item 1. Sign off on building permit for 28 Heathstage Terrace NEXT REGULAR MEETING June 11th, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting. posted 5/12/2026 4:35 PM
Wed May 13, 2026

Charlemont Finance Committee and Selectboard meets

Finance Committee and Selectboard to vote on school and police budgets

The Charlemont Finance Committee and Selectboard will hold a joint meeting to review and approve prior meeting minutes, discuss capital article recommendations, and vote on budget recommendations for the school and police departments. They will also consider the town's free cash amount.

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JOINT PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT FINANCE COMMITTEE and CHARLEMONT SELECT BOARD DATE: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 TIME: 4:00 P.M. LOCATION: Town Hall Meeting Room & Via Conference call Pursuant to Governor Baker’s March 12, 2020, Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §18, every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access and participate in the proceedings via this conference call. To join the meeting, the call-in number is 1-(425)-436-6303 and the access code is 240482#. AGENDA* Agenda items: 1) Review/ Approve minutes from April 29, 2026 2) Capital article recommendations 3) School and Police budget recommendation vote 4) Free cash amount *To the extent known at time of posting Posted: 5/8/2026
Mon May 11, 2026

Charlemont Selectboard Meets

Selectboard to vote on Town Meeting and Election warrants

The Charlemont Selectboard will vote to approve the Town Meeting warrant and the Elections warrant for posting. The board will also consider a conservation restriction for a High Street property and a reappointment for the town registrar.

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CHARLEMONT SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday May 11, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm Place: Charlemont Town Hall ,157 Main Street Charlemont MA and Via Telephone This meeting will be held in person and via phone conference. To attend the meeting by phone call: 1-425-436-6303 with access code: 240482 #. Appointments: 6:00 pm – Liam Cregan RE: Conservation Restriction for High Street in Charlemont, DeGeorge’s property 6:15 pm- Thorne Palmer – RE: Reappoint Patsy Bergeron Registrar Administrators Report: Liaison Reports: Agenda items (Discussion/Vote): 1) Approve Town Meeting Warrant for posting 2) Approve Elections warrant for posting Approve and Sign: 1) Minutes of April 27,2026 2) Payroll and Vendor Warrants * To the extent known at the time of posting. Posted 11:25 am 05/06/2026 SER
Mon May 11, 2026

Charlemont Agricultural Commission Meets

Charlemont Agricultural Commission reviews survey responses and schedules future meetings

The Charlemont Agricultural Commission will meet to review survey responses received so far, discuss future meeting times and dates, and consider a new chair. This is a local body focused on agricultural matters in Charlemont, MA.

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Charlemont Agricultural Commission Notice of Meeting Monday May 11,2026 6:00 PM This meeting will be held in person at Charlemont Town Hall 157, Main Street Charlemont MA Agenda Items: 1. Review Agricultural survey responses received to date 2. Discuss Meeting Times and dates for future meetings 3. Discuss new Chair Posted: 04/21/2026 8:45 am SER
Thu May 7, 2026

Charlemont Planning Board Meets

Planning Board to discuss marijuana social equity policy and short-term cabin development

The Charlemont Planning Board will meet to discuss a marijuana social equity policy as an alternative to a bylaw, review attorney comments on bylaw drafts, and hear a presentation on DOER energy siting and permitting. A public hearing is scheduled for Sam Lyman regarding a proposal for short-term cabins at 2155 Route 2.

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CHARLEMONT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE DATE: Thursday, May 7th, 2026 TIME: 6:00 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall, 157 Main Street Consistent with Governor Baker’s extension of modifications to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. C. 30A, §20, this meeting will also be conducted via conference call. The public is welcome to participate. To join via conference call, the number is 1-(425)-436-6388 and the access code is 279013#. AGENDA* Citizen’s Comments 6:00-6:15 6:15 Appointment - Sam Lyman Inquiry about developing short term cabins at 2155 Route 2 Agenda Items: 1. Review / Approve Minutes from April 16, 2026 2. Marijuana Social Equity policy instead of bylaw 3. Attorney comments on bylaw drafts 4. DOER Energy siting and permitting, presentation overview *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED:5/5/2026 4:00 PM by SAA
Mon May 4, 2026

Charlemont Board of Assessors Meets

Board to discuss Berkshire Pizzeria assessment, approve abatements

The Charlemont Board of Assessors will hold a public meeting to discuss and potentially vote on the property assessment of Berkshire Pizzeria at 72 Main Street, review a valuation appraisal contract, and approve monthly abatement lists. The board will also enter executive session to deliberate on pending tax abatement and exemption applications.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF ASSESSORS DATE: Monday, May 4, 2026 TIME: 6:30 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall; 157 Main Street, Charlemont AGENDA* APPOINTMENTS: • 7:00 P.M. Greg Rowehl, questions on assessment of Berkshire Pizzeria ACTION ITEMS Review/Approve and Sign: 1. Minutes from 4/6/2026 meeting 2. Sign FY 2026 Gateway reports for exemptions reimbursements: a. Veteran’s Exemptions b. MDM-1 (property tax exemptions) c. Motor Vehicle Excise Reimbursement 3. Monthly list of real and personal property tax abatements for April, 2026 4. Monthly list of motor vehicle excise tax abatements for April, 2026 Discussion and/or Vote: 1. Berkshire Pizzeria assessment, 72 Main Street 2. Valuation appraisal contract 3. Property inspections: a. Patricia Montalbano-149 Legate Hill Road b. Julee Clement-152 Legate Hill Road c. Joel Rice-426 Zoar Road d. Melvin Feliciano & Jovana Lugo, 176 Main Street Review Mail and Correspondence: • Deeds for March, 2026 ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION: Enter executive session for purpose #7 (to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements); to deliberate on pending abatement and/or exemption applications, which per G.L. Chapter 59, Section 60 are not open to the general public. 1. Review and sign minutes from the last executive session meeting. 2. Review & deliberate on (2) property tax abatement applications. 3. Review & deliberate on …
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Wed Apr 29, 2026

Charlemont Finance Committee and Selectboard meets

Joint meeting to finalize capital plan and free cash ahead of Town Meeting

The Charlemont Finance Committee and Selectboard will meet jointly to finalize capital planning numbers and the free cash figure, and to hold a pre-Town Meeting information session. A separate appointment at 4:30 PM will include the Hawlemont principal and school committee representatives to discuss the Hawlemont budget.

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JOINT PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT FINANCE COMMITTEE and CHARLEMONT SELECT BOARD DATE: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 TIME: 4:00 P.M. LOCATION: Town Hall Meeting Room & Via Conference call Pursuant to Governor Baker’s March 12, 2020, Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §18, every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access and participate in the proceedings via this conference call. To join the meeting, the call-in number is 1-(425)-436-6303 and the access code is 240482#. AGENDA* Appointment: 4:30 Hawlemont principal and School committee representatives to discuss Hawlemont budget Agenda items: 1. Capital Planning final numbers 2. Free Cash number 3. Pre Town meeting information session *To the extent known at time of posting Posted: 4/27/2026
Tue Apr 28, 2026

Charlemont Board of Health Meets

Charlemont Board of Health to review health concerns at Main Street properties

The Charlemont Board of Health will meet via Zoom to discuss health-related issues at several properties, including re-inspections and reported concerns. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings and receive a health agent report.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF HEALTH DATE: Tuesday April 28, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM This is a zoom meeting. To join the meeting, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89991386657. Meeting ID: 899 9138 6657 The call-in number is 1-646-558-8656 followed by 89991386657# No in-person attendance of members of the public will be permitted, but every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access and participate in the proceedings via this conference call. AGENDA* Appointment: 6:45 Bill Coli, Blue Heron Farm, raised septic install issues. Action items: 1. Minutes of 1/27/2026 and 2/24/2026 Discussion: 1. 25 Main Street - re-inspection w/ Building Department, Housing Authority’s construction advisor, and Director of Property Management at FCRHRA. 2. 119 Main Street – ongoing reported health concerns, health agent visit 3. 122 Main Street 4. 280 Zoar Rd overall condition 5. Schedule visits with Jim Pedro and Hussain Hamdan to check on progress with the Charlemont Inn. Recurring Topics: 1. Health Agent Report *To the extent known at time of posting. Posted: 4/24/2026 by SAA at 3:00 pm
Mon Apr 27, 2026

Charlemont Selectboard Meets

Selectboard to discuss conservation restriction for 30 acres on South Road

The Charlemont Selectboard will meet to discuss a conservation restriction for 30 acres on South Road, decide on funding for portable toilets, and consider scheduling a pre-town meeting information night. They will also review a business associate agreement for ambulance billing and a modification to a National Grid pole location approval.

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CHARLEMONT SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday April 27, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm Place: Charlemont Town Hall ,157 Main Street Charlemont MA and Via Telephone This meeting will be held in person and via phone conference. To attend the meeting by phone call: 1-425-436-6303 with access code: 240482 #. Appointments: 6:00 pm – Liam Cregan RE: Conservation Restriction for 30 acres of land on South Road in Heath and South Heath Road in Charlemont. Administrators Report: 1) Shunpike Porta Potties Quotes, does selectboard want to fund and how? Discuss and vote 2) Does Selectboard want to do a pre town meeting information and candidates’ night? Discuss Scheduling 3) Report on recreation meeting held Monday April 13 at Berkshire East Liaison Reports: 1) School assessment error next steps from April 16th meeting Agenda items (Discussion/Vote): 1) Business Associate Agreement for Ambulance Billing Collections Company 2) Modification of the April 13, 2026, National Grid Pole Location approval for North Heath Road, conditions of approval. Approve and Sign: 1) Minutes of March 23,2026 and April 13,2026, and April 16,2026 2) Payroll and Vendor Warrants * To the extent known at the time of posting. Posted 04/23/2026 6:30 am SER
Thu Apr 23, 2026

Charlemont Conservation Commission Meets

Charlemont Conservation Commission to vote on beaver dam removal emergency certification

The Charlemont Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to review emergency conditions and vote on issuing an updated Emergency Certification for the beaver dam removal project at E. Hawley Road across from Thunder Lane. The meeting will be conducted via conference call due to Governor Baker’s Open Meeting Law modifications.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT CONSERVATION COMMISSION DATE: Thursday, April 23th, 2026 TIME: 7:00 P.M. PLACE: Town Hall, 157 Main Street, Charlemont Consistent with Governor Baker’s extension of modifications to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. C. 30A, §20, this meeting will also be conducted via conference call. The public is welcome to participate. To join via conference call, the number is 1-(425)-436-6388 and the access code is 279013#. AGENDA* Open Meeting Action items: 1. Beaver Dam Removal at E. Hawley Road across from Thunder Lane – review of emergency conditions and vote to issue updated Emergency Certification. NEXT REGULAR MEETING May 14th, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting. posted 4/21/2026 5:50 PM
Thu Apr 16, 2026

Charlemont Planning Board meets

Planning Board to discuss Potter's Road Extension, Oxbow Inn sprinkler plan, and wedding venue inquiry

The Charlemont Planning Board will hear citizen comments, receive updates from the Chair on the Potter's Road Extension and a wedding venue inquiry at 24 W. Oxbow, and review a proposal for the former Otters Restaurant. They will also discuss the Oxbow Inn sprinkler system plan, approve minutes from April 2, and draft a recommendation for the Select Board on zoning bylaws.

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CHARLEMONT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE DATE: Thursday, April 16th, 2026 TIME: 6:00 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall, 157 Main Street Consistent with Governor Baker’s extension of modifications to the Open Meeting Law, G.L. C. 30A, §20, this meeting will also be conducted via conference call. The public is welcome to participate. To join via conference call, the number is 1-(425)-436-6388 and the access code is 279013#. AGENDA* Citizen’s Comments 6:00-6:15 6:00 Update from the Chair • Potter’s Road Extension • 24 W. Oxbow, inquiry about wedding venue Appointment: 6:15 Travis DeCere, ideas for former Otters Restaurant (purchased in October.) review current permits and uses. Agenda Items: 1. Oxbow Inn update, sprinkler system plan approved? 2. Review / Approve Minutes from April 2, 2026 3. Look into Dark Sky LED replacement lamps for Charlemont streetlights 4. Draft and Sign procedural recommendation / report for Select Board re: zoning bylaws for Town meeting *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED:4/14/2026 5:30 PM by SAA
Wed Apr 15, 2026

Charlemont Finance Committee and Selectboard Meets

Joint meeting to review Mohawk school budget and FY27 capital planning

The Charlemont Finance Committee and Selectboard will hold a joint meeting to discuss school budgets and capital planning for fiscal year 2027. The meeting includes updates from Mohawk and Hawlemont school representatives and a review of the town administrator’s report on free cash and warrant articles.

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JOINT PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT FINANCE COMMITTEE and CHARLEMONT SELECT BOARD DATE: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 TIME: 4:00 P.M. LOCATION: Town Hall Meeting Room & Via Conference call Pursuant to Governor Baker’s March 12, 2020, Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §18, every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access and participate in the proceedings via this conference call. To join the meeting, the call-in number is 1-(425)-436-6303 and the access code is 240482#. AGENDA* Appointments: 4:00 pm - Mohawk school committee representative and superintendent to discuss Mohawk budget; Hawlemont school committee representative to discuss budget. Agenda items: 1) Review/ Approve minutes from March 25, 2026 2) Capital Planning Committee items FY 27 3) Administrator’s Report: • Free cash amount • Town meeting warrant articles 4) Budget review *To the extent known at time of posting Posted: 4 / 10 / 2 0 2 6
Mon Apr 13, 2026

Charlemont Selectboard Meets

Selectboard to vote on supporting Deerfield River Wild and Scenic designation, hear pole relocation hearing

The Charlemont Selectboard will hold a public hearing on a National Grid and Verizon pole relocation on North Heath Road, then vote on whether to support the Deerfield River Wild and Scenic designation. The board will also discuss and vote on switching street lights to LEDs, review a capital request from Mohawk Trail Regional High School for $8,908.88, and consider a special permit application for the Eastern States Cup bike race at Berkshire East.

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CHARLEMONT SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday April 13, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm Place: Charlemont Town Hall ,157 Main Street Charlemont MA and Via Telephone This meeting will be held in person and via phone conference. To attend the meeting by phone call: 1-425-436-6303 with access code: 240482 #. Appointments: 6:00 pm – Pole Hearing In accordance with the provisions of Section 22, Chapter 166, of the Massachusetts General Laws, a public hearing will be held on Monday, April 13,2026 at 6:00 P.M. at the Charlemont Town Hall,157 Main Street Charlemont Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a NATIONAL GRID and Verizon New England, Inc requests permission to locate poles, wires, and fixtures, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures, along and across the following public ways: North Heath Road- National Grid to relocate 1 JO pole on North Heath Road beginning at a point approximately 16 ‘west of the centerline of the intersection of North Heath Road and Park Street install pole #6-50 on North Heath Road ~16’ to the sidewalk at 42.630972, -72.868944. Administrators Report: 1) Street Light Project from National Grid, switch to LED bulbs from High Pressure Sodium Vapor discuss and vote 2) Housing and Redevelopment Authority quarterly report 3) Town Report Dedication 4) Capital Request from Mohawk Trail Regional High School for Town Meeting Warrant $8,908.88 for Charlemont’s share of a mower and pole lights. Liaison Reports: …
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