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Stockbridge voters face average tax hike of 1 7 percent

STOCKBRIDGE — The Select Board and Town Administrator Michael Canales have put the finishing touches on the proposed budget plan for fiscal 2022, reflecting a preliminary estimate of a 1.7 percent increase in property taxes, on average, for single-family residences. The operating budget, approved by the board in a 3-0 vote, is $7,554,952, a reduction of $61,098 from the current fiscal year ending June 30. The town’s assessment from the Berkshire Hills Regional School District for educating local youngsters is an additional $3,158,215, representing a $217,652 increase, or nearly 7 percent, over the current year. The projected Stockbridge tax rate is $9.95 per $1,000 of assessed value. That’s up 1.7 percent, amounting to an estimated tax increase of just under $95 for the average single-family home valued at $565,000.

For Stockbridge elections, plenty of contested races on the ballot

STOCKBRIDGE — A high-stakes race for a Select Board post, a four-way contest for two Planning Board seats, and a challenge to the town moderator who has held the position for 43 years, highlight the annual town election. The campaign has reflected the split in town between residents who prioritize retaining open space and restricting large-scale development and others who are more hospitable to growth, additional housing and population increases, especially young families. In-person voting is on Tuesday in the Senior Center on the ground floor of the Town Offices from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. There are 1,641 registered voters, said Town Clerk Terri Iemolini, and 45 voted early in person, while 52 others requested either early or absentee ballots.

Clarence Fanto | The Bottom Line: Looking for a home in county? Trend lines not encouraging

LENOX — If you’re one of the relatively few Berkshire homeowners looking to sell, you’ve probably discovered buyers eager to pay top dollar, as much as 30 percent above last spring’s prices. As reported here last week, only about 300 houses currently are on the market countywide (including just 23 in Pittsfield), compared with the typical number of 800 before the pandemic. The region has gained national media attention as a highly desirable destination for professionals and others who can work remotely from home, either full or part time. A factor in the shortage of homes for sale is the surge in Airbnb, VRBO and other online vacation rental properties removed from the real estate sales market. That’s a boon for travelers who prefer privacy, especially with COVID still lurking, but a setback because those houses are no longer available for purchase by residents.

Stockbridge showdown: Former selectman to challenge rival incumbent

Stockbridge showdown: Former selectman to challenge rival incumbent
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