Select Board authorizes expedited town-plan energy update with BCRC

May 29, 2026

The board authorized the planning commission to contract with BCRC for a narrow, expedited update to the town plan's energy section, approving a $1,600 initial payment and agreeing to cover the remainder after July 1. BCRC said the update preserves the town's deference in state energy siting reviews.

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The select board voted to authorize the planning commission to contract with the Bennington Regional Commission (BCRC) for a streamlined update to the town plan focused on maps and the energy section. Committee member (speaker 3) moved that the planning commission proceed and spend $1,600 now with BCRC; the motion was seconded and carried by voice vote. The board agreed the remaining balance would be paid after July 1 from next fiscal-year funds.

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