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🗳️ How this town voted (67 contests)
Official town-by-town returns — MA Secretary of the Commonwealth (PD43+). ✓ marks this town's plurality choice.
U.S. Senate 2026-09-01
John Deaton ✓ 50
U.S. Senate 2026-09-01
Edward J. Markey ✓ 169 · Seth W. Moulton 64
U.S. House — 1st Congressional 2026-09-01
Jeromie Whalen ✓ 139 · Richard E. Neal 90
Treasurer 2026-09-01
Deborah B. Goldberg ✓ 197
Treasurer 2026-09-01
Elizabeth Dionne ✓ 41
State Senate — Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire 2026-09-01
Paul W. Mark ✓ 203
State Senate — Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin & Hampshire 2026-09-01
Gabriel Greenspan ✓
State Representative — 1st Franklin 2026-09-01
Corinne Ellen Coryat ✓ 124 · Lora L. Wondolowski 97
Sheriff — Franklin County 2026-09-01
Lori M. Streeter ✓ 202
Secretary of the Commonwealth 2026-09-01
William Francis Galvin ✓ 202
Secretary of the Commonwealth 2026-09-01
Anne R. Brensley ✓ 7
Register of Probate — Franklin County 2026-09-01
Daniel Francis Graves ✓ 196

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Mon Sep 21, 2026

Charlemont Planning Board Meets

Planning Board to review zoning bylaws, motel letter, and ANR application

The Charlemont Planning Board is meeting to handle routine business and several substantive items. They will review and approve prior meeting minutes, discuss rules and regulations, and organize the board. The building inspector has requested additions to the zoning bylaws' Use Table, including for short-term rentals (STRs), and the board will consider new members and set priorities. Two scheduled appointments include a discussion with Travis DeCere of The Oxbow regarding a letter from the Building Department about the Oxbow Motel, and an Approval Not Required (ANR) application from John and Sue Lawless for 63 West Hawley Rd.

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CHARLEMONT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE DATE: Monday, September 21st, 2026 TIME: 7:00 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* Agenda Items: 1. Review / Approve Minutes from June 24, 2026 2. Review of Rules and Regulations 3. Board organization 4. From Building inspector: Zoning bylaws need Use Table additions (STR and others?) 5. Jonathan Mirin and others interested in joining Planning Board 6. Planning board priorities Appointments: 7:30 Travis DeCere, The Oxbow, re: Oxbow Motel letter from Building Department 8:00 Approval Not Required, John and Sue Lawless, 63 West Hawley Rd. *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED:9/16/2026 12:15 PM by SAA
Mon Sep 21, 2026

Charlemont Agricultural Commission Meets

Charlemont Agricultural Commission to review Right to Farm Bylaw

The Commission will discuss the definition of what qualifies as a farm under the Right to Farm Bylaw. Members will also discuss agent notification requirements and potential signage on Route 2.

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Charlemont Agricultural Commission Notice of Meeting Monday September 21 ,2026 7:00 PM This meeting will be held in person at Charlemont Town Hall 157, Main Street Charlemont MA Agenda Items: 1. Right To Farm Bylaw Review definition of what qualifies as a farm 2. Ag Com Member responsibilities 3. Notifying Real Estate agents about Right to Farm Bylaw and Required Notices 4. Explore possibility of Larger Right to Farm Route 2 Signs – contact DOT? 5. Ag Producers -Business Association Follow Up? 6. Approve Minutes from July 2026 Posted: 09/15/2026 12:00 pm SER

Recent meetings

Mon Sep 14, 2026

Charlemont Board of Assessors Meets

Assessors to review tax abatements and enter executive session

The Charlemont Board of Assessors is meeting to approve minutes and monthly lists of real/personal property and motor vehicle excise tax abatements for August 2026. They will also review deeds and building reports, then enter executive session to deliberate on pending abatement applications, which are confidential under state law.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF ASSESSORS DATE: Monday, September 14, 2026 TIME: 6:30 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall; 157 Main Street, Charlemont AGENDA* ACTION ITEMS Review/Approve and Sign: 1. Minutes from 8/3/2026 and 8/17/2026 meetings 2. Monthly list of real and personal property tax abatements for August, 2026 3. Monthly list of motor vehicle excise tax abatements for August, 2026 Discussion and/or Vote: Review Mail and Correspondence 1. Deeds for August, 2026 2. Building reports for June-August, 2026 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. 1. Review and sign minutes from the last executive session meeting. 2. Review & deliberate on (2) motor vehicle excise abatement applications. NEXT MEETING: MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting. POSTED: CFH 9/10/2026 @ 4:20 P.M.
Mon Sep 14, 2026

Charlemont Selectboard Meets

Selectboard to discuss construction updates, appointments, and transfer station hours

The Charlemont Selectboard is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including construction updates for the tennis court and EV charger, appointments to the Planning Board, and a possible expansion of transfer station hours. The agenda also includes liaison reports and approval of minutes and invoices.

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CHARLEMONT SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday September 14,2026 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) Tennis Court Construction update 2) EV charger work update on power install and project 3) Update on shared services meetings for Fire, Ambulance and Police 4) Town Hall Bathroom flooring questions 5) Opportunity Zone status update 6) Phone system, fire alarm update Liaison Reports: 1) Progress of School Sustainability Study Committee Agenda items (Discussion/Vote): 1) Brookfield Power Request for comments on warning system for river water flow 2) Invitation to new State Representative to attend a meeting after election 3) Request from Planning Board to Appoint Lori Merrigan to an associate position and William Harker to a “full “position. 4) Interest in expanding transfer station hours Approve and Sign: 1) Minutes of August 17 ,2026 2) KP Law invoice 160061 3) Payroll and Vendor Warrants * To the extent known at the time of posting. Posted 09/09/2026 2:05 pm SER
Mon Aug 17, 2026

Charlemont Board of Assessors Meets

Assessors to approve assessment services contract and enter executive session

The Charlemont Board of Assessors will review and sign a Fiscal Year 2027-2029 contract with Catalis Tax & CAMA for assessment services. The board will then enter executive session to discuss pending abatement/exemption applications and litigation strategy in the case of Julee Clement v. Charlemont, as well as sign a motor vehicle excise abatement application.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT BOARD OF ASSESSORS DATE: Monday, August 17, 2026 TIME: 5:30 P.M. PLACE: Charlemont Town Hall; 157 Main Street, Charlemont AGENDA* ACTION ITEMS Review/Approve and Sign: 1. Review/approve/sign Fiscal Year 2027-2029 Assessment Services contract with Catalis Tax & CAMA 2. Vote to enter into Executive Session (see below). 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. Sign (1) motor vehicle excise abatement application. 2. 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 8/13/2026 @ 2:30 P.M.
Mon Aug 17, 2026

Charlemont Selectboard Meets

Selectboard to approve State Primary warrant, police camera policy, and software contract

The Charlemont Selectboard is meeting to discuss and vote on several administrative items, including approving the State Primary warrant, adopting a body-worn camera policy for the police, authorizing the Assessors to contract with Catalis for software, and reviewing cannabis-related website material. The meeting also includes an update on the tennis court construction and approval of prior minutes and warrants.

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CHARLEMONT SELECTBOARD NOTICE OF MEETING * Date: Monday August 17,2026 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) Tennis Court Construction update Liaison Reports: Agenda items (Discussion/Vote): 1) State Primary Warrant from Town Clerk, approve and sign 2) Body Worn Camera Policy for Police 3) Vote to give Assessors authorization to enter into contract and execute all portions of the contract, with Catalis for software voted at town meeting through the order form document Catalis sent to the Assessors. 4) Cannabis Material for Website Approve and Sign: 1) Minutes of August 3,2026 2) Payroll and Vendor Warrants * To the extent known at the time of posting. Posted 08/12/2026 10:15 am SER
Thu Aug 13, 2026

Charlemont Conservation Commission Meets

Conservation Commission to hold 3 public hearings on water, ski lift, riparian planting

The Charlemont Conservation Commission is meeting to hold three public hearings: a Notice of Intent for a drinking water well and associated work at Mohawk Trail State Forest, and two Requests for Determination of Applicability for a ski lift at Berkshire East and riparian planting at Hall Tavern Farm. The commission will also vote on accepting a resignation, discuss machinery on E. Hawley Road, wetlands at Woodlands Trailer Park, and StageCoach Auto, and approve minutes from June 11, 2026.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE CHARLEMONT CONSERVATION COMMISSION DATE: Thursday, August 13th, 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 Public Hearings 7:00 - Notice of Intent for a drinking water well, water line, water fountain & assoc. site work at Mohawk Trail State Forest. 7:30 –Request for Determination of Applicability for installation of a magic carpet ski lift at Berkshire East Ski Resort, LLC, 66 Thunder Mountain Rd. 7:45 - Request for Determination of Applicability for riparian planting along streams at Hall Tavern Farm, 1927 Route 2 Agenda item 1. Minutes of 6/11/2026 2. Accept Clay Herbert’s resignation from Conservation Commission 3. Machinery on E. Hawley Road 4. Woodlands Trailer Park wetlands on MassMapper 5. StageCoach Auto NEXT REGULAR MEETING September 10th, 2026 *To the extent known at time of posting. posted 8/11/2026 5:15 PM
Tue Aug 11, 2026

Charlemont School Sustainability Review Committee Meets

School sustainability committee reviews Phase 3 study and alternative district options

The Charlemont School Sustainability Review Committee is meeting to review updates on Phase 1 and 2 of the sustainability study, discuss the Phase 3 2D8T study covering community impact, transportation, educational visioning, and financial advisory, and consider alternative options such as Heath rejoining Hawlemont or forming a district with Rowe and/or Heath. The agenda includes public comment, approval of past meeting minutes, and assignment of next steps.

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CHARLEMONT SCHOOL SUST AINABILITY REVIEW COMMITTEE Location: Charlemont Town Hall and Virtual Date: August 11th Time: 5:30-7:00 Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2870773787185?p=QpiBWR5CfYq3INrF0i Meeting ID: 287 077 378 718 5 Passcode: XQ3mP74V Work Overview : • Phase 1 & 2 – Sustainability Study (MARS) & 2D8T (BERK12) • Phase 3 – Current 2D8T study • Alternative options AGENDA : Public Comment Approve meeting minutes • March 23rd, 2026 & July 7th, 2026 Phase 1 & 2 review • Updates on requests for data access • Data & projections from phase 2 • Town data for FY2026 & FY2027 Phase 3 – current 2D8T study • Community impact study (Handover) • Transportation • Educational visioning • Pre-K o current plans and transportation • Financial advisory • Regional Agreement • Hawlemont building o Reuse: FEMA 100 year floodplain status impacts on reuse o Student capacity: MSBA data vs MTRSD data • Enrollment • MSBA eligibility • Advocacy • Information releases from 2D8T Alternative options • Heath rejoining Hawlemont • District with Rowe and/or Heath (& Hawley) Roles, Responsibilities and Next Steps: • Summary of actions items to complete for next meeting • Assignment of specific tasks and duties • Set next meeting date and time
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 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
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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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 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
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
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

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