Manager Heather Abrams News Today

The Town Council narrowly defeated a resolution that could have meant an end to the largely symbolic positions.

The poll found that more than 60% of respondents would support the plan, but it would need a two-thirds majority to pass.

The elected town clerk is unpaid and all the responsibilities are delegated to the employees.

A petition calls for more information on implementation costs and the responsibilities of hired consultants and vendors.

The ordinance will take effect 30 days after a second reading scheduled for next month.

One change sets an annual rent increase cap at 75% of the regional consumer price index. Initially, the council approved a cap at 60% of the index.

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Petitioners collected more than 1,000 signatures. To be eligible for the ballot, the petition must have 588 verifiable signatures of registered voters.

The plan for the next fiscal year envisions a $5.8 million capital improvements program for roads, bridges and other projects.

The project will include the colors of the Progress Pride flag, a newer version of the Pride flag that symbolizes intersex inclusion.