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West Jefferson board directs creation of regulations to allow hens after split vote
Summary
After a public hearing with several residents speaking in favor and one alderman opposing, the West Jefferson Board of Aldermen voted 3-2 to direct staff to create regulations that would allow hens in town; Alderwoman Beth Shelton and Alderman Calvin Green opposed the motion.
The West Jefferson Board of Aldermen on June 2 directed staff to draft regulations to allow hens in town after a 3-2 vote following a public hearing.
Supporters spoke during the public hearing in favor of permitting hens. Speakers identified by the transcript included Jeremy Aldridge, Mark and Mary Poteat, Ed Hinson, Katie Lesley, Dominic Gaetano and a boy scout who all spoke in…
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