49 articles, 1 night = Town Meeting in Marblehead
Spending was approved, peace, diversity, and snow shoveling were denied under the big top
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Marblehead Town Meeting cleared 49 articles in three hours flat Monday, passing a $103 million budget with no discussion and voting down staggered elections, peace and quiet and, once again, a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers.
Here are the highlights:
Article 15 generated the first serious discussion. Town Meeting approved spending $314,000 on storm-drainage construction but former Waldron Street resident Toby Reiley warned residents that “if not this year then next year” they need to up the ante. He pointed to an abandoned storm drain in his old neighborhood that causes flooding issues. He said the town needs to start fully funding its infrastructure issues.
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Marblehead Fire Department receives a helping hand
Rotary Club of Marblehead Harbor makes donation for PPE
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The Fire Department got a big helping hand when the Rotary Club of Marblehead Harbor donated a $426 check aimed at purchasing disposable gloves.
“The department is truly appreciative to have the support of the members of the Rotary Club of Marblehead Harbor who are making a positive impact on our ability to safely serve members of our community,” said Fire Chief Jason Gilliland.
The donation was funded through a grant application made by the Club through Rotary District 7930. The District Club allocated $9,375 to police, fire, and first responders across the North Shore, Greater Boston, Salem N.H., and the Merrimack Valley specifically for personal protective equipment (PPE).