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Town approves purchases to protect Kofsky Farm and adjacent parcels as open space
Summary
After extended public testimony and board discussion, town meeting approved acquisition of parts of the Kofsky Farm (820 Neponset Street) and two adjacent properties (814 & 816 Neponset Street) for open-space and recreation uses. The purchases were funded largely from prior Forbes proceeds and some free-cash and, where required, by borrowing.
Town meeting considered linked land-acquisition articles to protect a large parcel commonly called Kofsky Farm and two adjacent parcels that would provide safer access and parking. The Finance Commission and town staff framed the purchases as a once-in-a-generation opportunity to preserve roughly 20 acres for open space, trail access and low-impact recreation.
FinCom described a financing plan that uses proceeds previously generated from the sale of the Forbes Hill property together with some free cash to pay for the primary Kofsky…
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