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Debate over new communications specialist spot centers on hours, staffing and retention
Summary
The Select Board proposed a new communications specialist position budgeted at $50,000 for 2025 (estimated annual cost ~$100,000). Supporters said it will improve public outreach and cross‑train staff; critics said the town should restore full hours and better use existing staff before adding headcount. Article placed on the ballot as written.
Article P‑25‑19 would fund a communications specialist position with an initial $50,000 appropriation for partial-year wages and roll‑up costs; town staff estimated the full annual cost at about $100,000. The Select Board and the Budget Committee recommended placement on the ballot.
Select Board members and several residents…
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