Blackstone advances planning for Semi-Quincentennial (250th anniversary) celebration with state emergency management guidance. The Board discussed sponsorship packages with a $15,000 to $20,000 top-tier range, parking logistics with off-site shuttle from JFK/AFM School, and noted police officers
Blackstone Selectmen approve National Grid utility pole on Mendon Street near Lincoln and Milk Streets. The Board voted unanimously to allow the pole installation to support equipment reducing power outages. In separate action, the Board voted 4 to 1 to accept $12,500 in Semi-Quincentennial
Parks and Recreation Commission approves $3,932 Ultiplay rubber surface at Roosevelt. Chaired by Celeste Langlois, the commission unanimously backed the estimate for pathway-to-sunshade-bench installation and Turbesi swing-set touch-ups. The board also approved $300 for myFM coverage of Blackstone
Blackstone Library Board approves dual FY27 budget submissions, flagging infrastructure needs. Director Lisa Cheever submitted both a level-funded budget and a fifty percent reduction scenario to the Town Administrator per request. The Board prioritized an updated server and staff computers after
Planning Board tables two major applications, advances mixed-use project. Vice Chairman Owen Bebeau led the March 5 meeting, which included members Kirk Van Dyke, Joe Belrose, and Mike Savard, along with new Town Planner Bruce Webb and consultant Gino Carlucci. The board voted unanimously to table
Blackstone Historical Commission unanimously accepts prior minutes, defers senior visit. Chairman Mike Buckley reported museum staffing for March and April filled and will investigate commission apparel options. The body approved a 12-by-30-foot metal sign for the museum's back entrance facing the
Blackstone Board of Health unanimously approves payroll and vendor invoice. Health Agent Colleen M. Strapponi reported winter weather disrupted trash collection, with Monday's route missed; residents were offered the option to drop up to three bags at the Recycling Center or receive three
Blackstone Selectmen voted 3 to 1 to allow DDM Cannabis to open at 7 a.m. instead of 9 a.m. Chairman Daniel Keefe recused himself from the vote; Selectman Gino Olaes opposed the measure, citing concerns about proximity to school routes. Police Chief Gregory Gilmore reported minimal issues with the
Blackstone Zoning Board votes unanimously to refund variance application fee for 45 County Street after Building Commissioner Vincenzo Tirone said relief was no longer needed. Chairman Marc Gregoire, Vice Chairperson Lori Poirier, and members Gary Jolicoeur and Haley Pimenta approved the
Blackstone selectmen held a workshop addressing deficit snow and ice spending and extensive FY27 budget preparation. Chairman Daniel Keefe and the board unanimously approved $106,204.50 in Snow and Ice deficit coverage and voted unanimously to authorize a $500,000 bridge repair and engineering
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