# Select Board - September 14, 2026


**Body:** BCAT Government YouTube Channel
**Date:** September 13, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety, Physical Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles


The Select Board meeting held on September 14, 2026, covered a range of municipal topics with a strong focus on appointments, public safety, infrastructure projects, and policy updates. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a grant of location for Eversource to install conduit for a new police station at 45 Center Street, and an earth removal permit related to the construction of a new substation and access road. The board also discussed the challenges and funding considerations for installing speed tables on Cormier Road, with a consensus to explore alternative traffic calming measures and increase police patrols before proceeding with costly infrastructure changes. Additionally, the board reviewed updates to animal control bylaws, supported a commercial conversion tax credit application for a local development project, and received a detailed briefing on the town’s health insurance program, highlighting rising costs and potential future changes. The meeting included a presentation on the government review committee’s progress toward a new town charter, emphasizing improved governance and accountability. Motions were passed to approve appointments, grant locations, and to continue public hearings related to traffic calming and other matters. The meeting concluded with a move to executive session to discuss firefighter union collective bargaining strategy.

**Source:** BCAT Government YouTube Channel