Government · Board of Health
Dighton Board of Health Targets Failing Septic Systems
Dighton Board of Health moves toward flagging a failing septic system model.
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Government · Library Board of Trustees
Library Board votes to install period light fixtures for stairs
Dighton Library Board approved period light fixtures for exterior stairs. Library Director Mark Procknik reported that exterior and interior roof repairs are complete, and the board unanimously voted to purchase two Irvington Manor Hanging Lantern light fixtures for the stairwells. The Trustees
Government · Board of Selectmen
Board of Selectmen approves Highway Superintendent recruitment search
Dighton Board of Selectmen approved a consulting firm search for Highway Superintendent recruitment. Town Administrator Ralph Vitacco proposed the engagement at an estimated cost of approximately $10,000 to find a successor to the current superintendent retiring in January 2027; the board voted
Government · Select Board
Dighton Selectmen Vote to Hire Recruiter for Highway Chief Search
Dighton selectmen table cemetery appointment, hire recruiter for highway chief succession.
Government · Other Committee
Dighton assessors interview three finalists for principal assessor job
Dighton assessors interview three finalists for a vacant principal assessor job paying $70,000 to $85,000.
Government · Board of Selectmen
Police Chief Strong Chief designation approved for warrant
Police Chief governance change moves to town warrant. The Dighton Board of Selectmen voted 2-0 with one abstention to place Police Chief George Nichols' Strong Chief designation proposal on the town warrant, which would grant the chief expanded authority over personnel decisions while preserving
Government · Library Board of Trustees
Dighton Library Trustees approve Gilbride as Page
Dighton Library Trustees hire Page during special meeting. The Board unanimously approved the hiring of Donna Gilbride for the vacant Library Page position, with Director Mark Procknik recommending the appointment. Chair Ann Meitzen and Trustees Rita Araujo and Dave Marvill voted aye. In other
Government · Planning Board
Planning Board approves Hunters Hill cost, releases 21 lots
Planning Board approves Hunters Hill lot releases and retreat subdivision. The board unanimously approved a $115,798.10 cost-to-complete construction estimate for the Hunters Hill subdivision's infrastructure, enabling 21 residential lots to be released from the development covenant. In separate
Government · Board of Health
Board of Health approves kennel license for Holt residence
Dighton Board of Health approves kennel license for residential property with seven dogs. Board Chair Tammy Mello and member Christopher Isibor unanimously approved the application for John and Melissa Holt of 23 Summer Street North after Animal Control Officer Stacy Ferry recommended approval
Government · Library Board of Trustees
Dighton Library Board approves roof repairs, landscape design, donor plaques
Dighton Library Board of Trustees votes unanimously to authorize roof repairs and donor plaques. The Board unanimously approved on August 13 a $6,350 roof repair for the 207 Main Street building, addressing a recent leak where external shingle work is complete, with interior ceiling work in the
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