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Select Board adopts language access policy to translate vital town materials; staff to phase implementation
Summary
The Select Board approved a new language access policy that identifies vital documents for translation and sets a phased implementation plan; the town estimates initial translation costs and will work with departments to roll out services.
The Select Board on Jan. 14 unanimously approved a townwide language access policy intended to improve access to municipal services for residents with limited English proficiency.
Ahmed (staff), presenting for the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Relations, said roughly "30% of the town self‑describe themselves as speakers of languages other than English," and that data and local partner feedback…
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