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Resident questions whether tree-removal contract went to bid; selectmen OK LOSIP funds pending RFP confirmation
Summary
A resident and local tree-service owner, Matt Alterio, told the board he believes a town tree-removal job over the $25,000 bid threshold was not publicly advertised; after debate about budgeted tree funds versus LOSIP funds, the board authorized use of LOSIP funds for hazardous-tree removal contingent on confirming the bidding process.
Matt Alterio told the Board of Selectmen at the start of the meeting that a tree job discussed under LOSIP (loss of?) funds appeared to exceed the town charter’s $25,000 threshold for competitive bidding and that the town should provide proof of public/legal notice and the work scope if it went to bid. Alterio identified himself and his businesses, including Alterio Tree Service, and said there…
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