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North Brookfield approves $11,329 in fire and police repairs

North Brookfield Finance Committee approves $11K in department repairs. The committee voted to fund $4,594.41 in fire department Rescue#1 repairs and $6,735 in police heating system repairs. Deputy Chief Bessette outlined fire department capital needs including software upgrades, new turnout gear,

Selectmen approve 20-year Fire/Highway loan to save $415,000

North Brookfield selectmen finalize Fire/Highway loan refinancing. The board voted unanimously to move a Fire and Highway project BAN anticipation note to permanent 20-year level principal borrowing, saving the town $415,000 in interest compared to a 27-year term, according to Town Accountant

DEP upgrades treatment plant, spurring staffing overhaul

North Brookfield Sewer Department approves staffing changes following state facility upgrade. The committee voted unanimously to retain a fourth operator position and approved reimbursement for Grade 6 license examination fees, up to five tests per operator at approximately 110 dollars each,

Board of Selectmen promotes officer, appoints new police sergeant

North Brookfield selectmen promote officer, appoint new hire; reshape water billing. Chair Jamie Gilman and Vice Chair Ralph Kay unanimously approved the promotion of Officer Jeffrey Martin to Sergeant and the appointment of Robert Nelson as a full-time police officer, actions presented by Police

Downtown Development Committee plans February meeting, advances business partnerships

Downtown Development Committee discusses business partnerships and growth opportunities. The committee, with five members present, heard updates on the North Brookfield Business Coalition's December 11 gathering, where businesses expressed interest in hosting future meetings. Sue Lewandowski