board of selectmen.
type of municipal executive body
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 26
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Russell Wright resigned from the Board of Selectmen and partnered with the Downeast Institute, while Dennison proposed hiring a new warden.Some support1 report
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Carlson suggested raising the contract approval minimum, and Karl agreed to the threshold change.Some support1 report
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The board of selectmen in Rangeley oversees town policy and personnel matters.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Local boards are facing development challenges as they put zoning issues to voters while resisting state housing mandates in Dracut, Tewksbury, and Winding Brook.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Board of Selectmen handled zoning complaints in Dracut on September 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Durham Board of Selectmen recommended a town meeting to consider funding for fire hoses.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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The Board of Selectmen in Granby reviewed the status of the local pension fund.Some support1 report
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The governing body of the town of Dracut met on August 27th.Some support1 report
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Matthew Ritter addressed an issue during a meeting of the board of selectmen.Some support1 report
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The board of selectmen in East Lyme approved a new police union contract and operational changes.Some support2 reports
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A board of selectmen heard updates on culvert restoration needs in the Town of Newtown, involving Aquarion Water Company and Housatonic Railroad Company.Some support1 report
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Concerns over town ordinances caused the withdrawal involving the board of selectmen and Bowdoin College.Some support3 reports1 development inside
Gone quiet
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Board of Selectmen in Rangeley meets to discuss funding formulas and county assessment figures.Some support1 report
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Kevin Witkos serves as First Selectman in the Town of Canton, where the board of selectmen manages town finances.Some support1 report
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The Madison Board of Selectmen is partnering with the Madison Foundation to fund the Meals-on-Wheels program.Some support1 report
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Around board of selectmen this week
News at the entities that move board of selectmen most-
Carlson StructuralTucker Carlson, a former Fox News pundit, is currently broadcasting from a barn in Maine, while also discussing the media landscape including NPR and Spotify.Moves board of selectmen
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East Lyme StructuralA department is monitoring the legislative body regarding technology in East Lyme.Moves board of selectmen
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Granby StructuralFEMA updated flood insurance rate maps for Granby.Moves board of selectmen
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Knickerbocker Lake OperationalWells in East Boothbay are involved in a situation concerning the unequal treatment of shared water sources, including Knickerbocker Lake and Adams Pond.Moves board of selectmen
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Stamford TransactionalSynchrony Financial is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.Moves board of selectmen
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Madison StructuralGeri Segal will receive an award in Madison after leading her organization in Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls.Moves board of selectmen
Connections
The 19 strongest of 26, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Madison Structural
A functions as the governing body for B, which is currently under its jurisdiction.
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Rangeley Structural
The board of selectmen holds governing authority over Rangeley, setting policy, managing the town budget, and overseeing essential services.
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Carlson Structural
Carlson serves as a First Selectman, holding a formal role on the board of selectmen.
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Dracut Structural
The Board of Selectmen serves as the governing body for the municipality of Dracut.
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Granby Structural
The town of Granby operates under the formal governance and official representation of the board of selectmen.
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Shelton Structural
The board of selectmen acts as the governing body for Shelton, evidenced by the approval of a lease agreement.
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Bowdoin College Structural
The board of selectmen holds a formal governance role that influences proposals and operational considerations for Bowdoin College.
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Knickerbocker Lake Operational
The entities share a functional responsibility for the management and protection of the lake's watershed.
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Saugus Structural
The board of selectmen serves as the governing body for the town of Saugus.
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East Lyme Structural
The board of selectmen functions as the governing body for the entity located in East Lyme, approving operational changes.
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Russell Wright Structural
Russell Wright held a formal membership role on the Board of Selectmen.
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Stamford Transactional
The board of selectmen has entered into a current contract with a company based in Stamford.
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Matthew Ritter Shared context
Matthew Ritter addressed an issue during a meeting of the Board of Selectmen.
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John Howe Operational
Howe was involved in the board's function related to the quick reopening.
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Karl Operational
Karl participates in the board's decision-making process regarding contract threshold changes.
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Dennison Transactional
Dennison is a candidate for a warden position on the board of selectmen.
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Town Hall Shared context
The board of selectmen utilizes the Town Hall as a venue for holding meetings.
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New Canaan Shared context
The board of selectmen operates within the administrative and geographic context of New Canaan.
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board of education Operational
The two municipal bodies coordinate on anticipated building work and expansions.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
5 events- Town officials in Granby selected a developer and presented a housing proposal to the board of selectmen.
- Russell Wright resigned from the Board of Selectmen and partnered with the Downeast Institute, while Dennison proposed hiring a new warden.
- Carlson suggested raising the contract approval minimum, and Karl agreed to the threshold change.
- The Board of Selectmen handled zoning complaints in Dracut on September 13, 2026.
- The Durham Board of Selectmen recommended a town meeting to consider funding for fire hoses.
August 2026
4 events- Local boards are facing development challenges as they put zoning issues to voters while resisting state housing mandates in Dracut, Tewksbury, and Winding Brook.
- The Board of Selectmen in Granby reviewed the status of the local pension fund.
- The governing body of the town of Dracut met on August 27th.
- Matthew Ritter addressed an issue during a meeting of the board of selectmen.
July 2026
2 eventsShow 1 earlier month
June 2026
5 events- The board of selectmen in Rangeley oversees town policy and personnel matters.
- Concerns over town ordinances caused the withdrawal involving the board of selectmen and Bowdoin College.
- Board of Selectmen in Rangeley meets to discuss funding formulas and county assessment figures.
- Kevin Witkos serves as First Selectman in the Town of Canton, where the board of selectmen manages town finances.
- The Madison Board of Selectmen is partnering with the Madison Foundation to fund the Meals-on-Wheels program.