Proposition 2 1 News Today

TEWKSBURY — The Tewksbury Select Board met on Nov. 21, 2023 for the annual tax rate classification hearing with chief assessor Joanne Foley.

ATHOL – Fire Chief Joseph Guarnera fielded several questions from the Selectboard as he continued his efforts to garner support for an $895,000 Proposition 2 ½ override to fund the hiring of eight firefighters.The proposal will be presented as an...

WINCHENDON — With a revised proposal, officials hope that a Proposition 2½ debt-exclusion override will be approved at Thursday’s special Town Election.The ballot question asks voters to exempt the town from the provisions of Proposition 2½, which...

The Select Board cut the tax rate sharply, holding the estimated tax increase for the average homeowner to just under 3 percent. The average bill will be $5,870.

SHUTESBURY — On the heels of overwhelming approval at Town Meeting, residents solidified their support for a new library Tuesday by approving a Proposition 2½ override, 579-250, for the estimated $6.4 million project.“I’m thrilled,” said Library...

SHUTESBURY — On the heels of overwhelming approval at Town Meeting, residents solidified their support for a new library Tuesday by approving a Proposition 2½ override, 579-250, for the estimated $6.4 million project.“I’m thrilled,” said library...

HUNTINGTON – The campaign for the Proposition 2 ½ override to fund the town’s public library budget is in full swing, with advocates hoping residents will vote to keep the library open.“Most people are really angry that there’s even a question about...

HUNTINGTON — A significant budget shortfall next fiscal year has led the town to put the fate of its public library in the hands of voters, who next month must decide whether to fund a Proposition 2½ override to keep the doors open.“If the override...

HUNTINGTON — There are no contested races on the ballot in the annual town election Saturday, which will be followed by a crucial special election on the first Saturday in June.The annual election will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stanton...

NORTHAMPTON — They are the focus of some political campaigns. They are often the way municipalities raise money for what they say are essential services. They are cheered by some residents and derided by others. But for many, the term “override” is...