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Select Board urges clarity on comprehensive plan; says 'not voting in March' ahead of public meeting

Bristol Select Board · January 15, 2025
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Summary

Board members warned of public confusion about the comprehensive plan timeline, agreed to open the upcoming public meeting and said the board is not voting on the plan in March; staff (Max) will address state comments and maps before further action.

Board members discussed confusion in the community about the status and timing of the town’s comprehensive plan. Several members said rumors were circulating that the board would vote on the plan in March; one member stated plainly that "we're not voting on it in March," and members agreed the board should open the upcoming public meeting to address misinformation.

Members asked that Max (staff) handle map updates and address the state's comments on the draft plan before returning to the board with answers. They emphasized preparing clear public notice so residents understand the process and next steps.

Next steps: the comprehensive plan public meeting is scheduled for Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m.; staff will prepare maps and responses to state review comments and the board will open the public meeting to explain timeline and next actions.