Chair withdraws plan for a formal 'distinguished grouch' recognition
Aug 21, 2025
The Chair said they would back away from formalizing the town's playful 'grouch' tradition and will instead work with the historical society and chamber on a more dignified recognition and public outreach.
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The Chair announced they were stepping back from a previously proposed formal 'distinguished grouch' award, saying the idea had started as a playful local tradition but had evolved and might lose its character if made too serious. "But I'm gonna back off of that idea," the Chair said, and asked to pursue options with the historical society and chamber instead.
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