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Select board debates trial bookkeeper/grant‑writer position; some members favor separate warrant article

Buckfield Select Board and Budget Committee · March 27, 2026
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Summary

Town Manager Cameron proposed a 20‑hour trial administrative position to handle bookkeeping and grant research; board members debated scope, costs and timing and suggested funding it via a separate warrant article drawn from fund balance if moved forward.

During the March 17 joint meeting, Town Manager Cameron proposed creating a 1‑year trial, part‑time position (roughly 20 hours per week) to handle basic bookkeeping, data entry and some grant research so that the manager can focus on higher‑value tasks and grant development.

Proponents argued the position could pay for itself by freeing the town manager to pursue grants and other efficiencies; opponents cautioned the job description was not sufficiently detailed and worried about voter reaction if the…

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