Spencer Economic Development Committee pursues state funding for development projects. The committee heard from state officials representing the Massachusetts Office of Business Development, Rural Affairs, and MassDevelopment on available grant programs and resources. Members identified projects
Spencer assessors approve 60 motor vehicle abatements and tax exemptions. The Board of Assessors unanimously approved 60 motor vehicle abatement applications totaling approximately $39,000 and processed multiple property tax exemptions. The board voted to prorate dealer plate cancellations for
Spencer Conservation Commission approves Marble Road residential project despite vernal pool concerns. The board voted unanimously to approve a Notice of Intent at 25 Marble Road after engineers revised the site plan, relocating the house away from the buffer zone and installing underground
Spencer sewer board authorizes $64,800 engineering contract, approves $75K project credit. Chair Francis X. White and Clerk Lawrence H. Dufault authorized Wright-Pierce Engineering for wastewater treatment plant clarifier cover design and construction administration services. The board also
Spencer's Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approves variance for 39 Wilson Ave. The board voted to allow construction of a retaining wall in the front setback at 39 Wilson Ave to support additional parking, with Town Planner Vivian Poplawski noting the property is already non-conforming and the
Spencer Library Trustees approved prior meeting minutes at a March 10 session, receiving updates on extensive programming serving toddlers through adults. Chair Marie Norcia and Trustee Alyson Russo, along with Library Director Cheryl Donahue and Katie Smith, heard reports of new passive
Spencer Finance Committee reviews eight department budgets for FY2027. Chair Mary Braney and the Board of Selectmen held presentations from eight departments on March 10, with Parks and Recreation posting the most significant cuts of $35,490, including elimination of a coordinator position and
Spencer board receives FY27 budget proposals without votes. The joint Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee hearing on March 10 covered eight departments, with key proposals including a $1,560,828 Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical School assessment, a $35,490 reduction in Parks and
Spencer Board of Selectmen unanimously approves Cherry Street Fire Station property agreement. The board voted 5-0 to approve the Purchase and Sale Agreement and Land Development Agreement for the fire station following legal review by Town Counsel and buyer counsel. Town Administrator Jeff Bridges
Spencer's water board approves treatment plant improvements and waives resident late fees. The three-member Board of Water Commissioners, chaired by Norman Letendre with Clerk Eben Butler and Member Stanley Davis, unanimously waived $30 late fees for residents at 85 Chestnut and 41 Highland streets
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