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Select Board praises Town Administrator Bridal Noble, sets priorities for 2026
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Summary
A select-board member read a public appraisal saying Town Administrator Bridal Noble "continues to meet and exceed expectations," citing progress on the water treatment plant, sewer I&I and Munis implementation, and set six objectives for 2026 focused on capital projects and governance updates.
The Plainville Select Board on Monday publicly read an annual appraisal of Town Administrator Bridal Noble, saying he "continues to meet and exceed expectations" and pointing to work on major infrastructure and administrative projects.
A select-board member read the board's summary, saying Noble has shown "strong, steady leadership, guiding the town operations and staff with professionalism, clear direction, and accountability." The statement credited Noble with advancing "major initiatives, including the water treatment plant, sewer I and I projects, and the implementation of Munis," and said he has strengthened fiscal planning and transparency.
The board laid out six objectives for 2026. The select-board member said the priorities include developing financial strategies for upcoming capital obligations — specifically naming the Tri County project and school roof replacements — and advancing the Route 106 land-acquisition project toward construction. The summary said the board intends to "continue successful construction of the water treatment plant" and to "advance sewer I and I efforts to increase capacity and flexibility." It also called for completing and adopting an employee handbook and select-board policy, modernizing bylaws, and ensuring coordinated progress and communication on major infrastructure initiatives, including the South Street TIP.
The reading described communication and ethical standards as strengths in Noble's tenure, and said the board "encourages continued focus on departmental coordination, strategic priorities, and expanding the town's social media presence to enhance public engagement." The appraisal did not record a formal vote or amendment in the transcript provided.
The select-board reading served as a public acknowledgment of Noble's performance and a roadmap of priorities for staff and elected members going into 2026. No further discussion, public comment, or formal action on the appraisal or the listed objectives is recorded in the provided transcript.
