Short Takes from the Library Trustees- April 2023
Library Trustees welcome Renae Nichols to the Board in their April 13 meeting and elected Abby Hafer Chair. The Friends of the
Town Meeting Survey Results: Many Ideas, Few Conclusions
The results of the recent survey of residents on topics surrounding Town Meeting was reviewed during a Select Board meeting last week.
Panel Approves Equine Grazing on Protected Acres
The Conservation Commission last week endorsed a permitted use under the Huckins Farm conservation restriction that will increase grazing areas for horses.
Bedford Select Board Sticking with Current Trash Contractor
After much discussion, the Bedford Select Board unanimously voted to pursue contract renewal with Republic Services for solid waste collection and recycling.
Bedford Planning Board Ponders Priorities for Next Fiscal Year
The Bedford Planning Board utilized its meeting on Tuesday to discuss priorities and goals for fiscal year 2024.
Applications Now Being Accepted for Town Manager Search Screening Committee
Applications are now being accepted for the Town Manager Search Screening Committee. A link to the Volunteer Questionnaire form is included for
Town of Bedford Announces 3 Spring Household Hazardous Product Collection Events
The Town of Bedford is pleased to announce the first 3 events of the 2023 schedule for collection of Household Hazardous Products.
Select Board Set to Launch Town Manager Search Process
The Bedford Select Board plans to formally launch the search process for a new town manager at its meeting on Monday evening
BARC Poised to Address Tree Policy, Master Plan
The Bedford Arbor Resources Committee is posed to help drive the town’s first tree master plan. But taking precedence, according to committee
Health Board Opts for Internal Review of Covid Response
The Bedford Board of Health discussed an evaluation of the Town's Covid response on Monday.
Single-Session Town Meeting Overcomes Sporadic Start
The 2023 Annual Town Meeting kicked off on Monday with two early articles taking 40 minutes to finish. Town Meeting completed in
Bedford Civics Project: The room where it happens – Volunteering
In this installment of The Bedford Citizen Civics Project. We begin to take a look at the many different boards and committees
Turf Field Study the Sole Town Meeting Casualty
More than $150 million in operating and capital budgets were approved, as Town Meeting started and ended on the same night, a
Bedford Town Manager is Stepping Down, Colleen Doyle Will Serve as Interim
Bedford Town Manager Sarah Stanton unexpectedly announced her resignation in a prepared statement on Tuesday afternoon.
Sarah Stanton Announces Resignation as Bedford Town Manager
A public statement from Sarah Stanton. Stanton is stepping down as Bedford Town Manager.
Town Meeting Approves Facilitating Two-Family Dwellings
Annual Town Meeting late Monday approved revisions to the zoning bylaw that will facilitate construction of or conversion to two-family dwellings.
Bedford Town Meeting Completes Warrant in One Session
It took almost five hours, replete with questions and comments, but Bedford’s Annual Town Meeting completed its business on Monday night with
Bedford Town Meeting Opens Monday with a Minimalist Warrant
Annual Town Meeting opens Monday, March 27 at 6:30 p.m. in Buckley Auditorium, Bedford High School. There are 22 articles on the
Moderator’s Message for Bedford’s Annual Town Meeting, March 2023
Mark Siegenthaler, Bedford Town Moderator, addresses reminders and notifications for Annual Town Meeting , beginning March 27 at 6:30pm.
Select Board Extends Outdoor Dining, if State Agrees
The Bedford Select Board on Monday approved extending regulations permitting outdoor dining in restaurants – contingent on the Massachusetts Legislature voting similar
Select Board Eases Comment Policy to Align with Court Ruling
The Bedford Select Board on Monday modified its public comment policy to align with a recent ruling by the state Supreme Judicial
Bedford Fire Station Design Choice Offers Relevant Experience
The architectural firm chosen by the Bedford Select Board on Monday to design the town’s new fire station has experience working in
Rescheduled Planning Board Meeting Set for March 20
The Bedford Planning Board meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, March 14 has been rescheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 20.
Health Board Gives Green Light to First Body Art Business
The Board of Health on Monday approved permits for the operation of Bedford’s first body-art establishment. Olivia Kharin received approval to expand
Candidate Profiles: Bedford Planning Board
The Bedford Citizen profiles the candidates running for Select Board, School Committee, and Planning Board in the March 11 Town Election. This
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