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After council declines funding, Somerset committee weighs volunteer options and vendor costs for town apiary
Summary
The town council declined to fund a professional beekeeping contract at its May 2025 meeting; the environment committee discussed volunteer approaches, a minimal vendor package quoted at about $8,000 and a full package near $12,000, and whether town‑owned equipment exists or is privately held by a former beekeeper.
Justin told the committee there are currently no active colonies at the town apiary and that colonies originally placed in Somerset died from colony collapse or related causes. He said the council at its May 2025 meeting declined to allocate funds for a professional beekeeping service, citing cost and the risk that paid services could still result in colony loss.
Justin summarized a vendor proposal the council…
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