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CPC consultation: committee reviews Elliot School fields/playground, Ridge Hill purchase and other applications
Summary
Community Preservation Committee coordinator briefed the finance committee on four FY27 applications including a tentative $3.4M Elliot School playground/field renovation (artificial turf not CPA‑eligible), a $800,000 10‑acre Ridge Hill open‑space purchase (requested split: $500k conservation trust, $300k CPC), a $1,000 disc‑golf feasibility study, and roof/solar work for CBEDS.
The finance committee received a consultation from the Community Preservation Committee on FY2027 requests and reserves during the Feb. 25 meeting. Cecilia, speaking for CPC, outlined FY27 revenue estimates (~$4.16 million) and available reserves across preservation categories and then walked through four applications the CPC is reviewing.
Elliot School: Cecilia said the Elliot School application initially included artificial turf for fields, which is not eligible under CPA statutes. The applicant is expected to submit a revised scope and budget; the CPC asked for a phased plan to reflect available…
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