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Ashland commission seeks alternates, circulates rule changes and confirms meeting schedule
Summary
Commissioners said the body has two alternate openings, circulated redlined rules and procedures for review, and scheduled follow‑up meetings; recording secretary responsibilities were noted for later adoption.
Commission leaders said the commission currently has one member vacancy and one departmental vacancy and is seeking two alternates to fill temporary openings through May. Chair (S2) said a gentleman expressed interest and would submit paperwork, and commissioners discussed how to process the application.
"We have 2 openings as alternates," Chair (S2) said, asking commissioners to recruit candidates and learn about the role. A commissioner (S1) asked how the group would handle the Lexington planning commission coordination; the Chair and others agreed to clarify process with the town attorney at the next meeting.
Chair (S2) also told commissioners she had emailed the group with rules and procedures, noting minor edits and major changes marked in red. The changes include wording affecting the recording secretary (Michelle) and the duties for preparing minutes; commissioners were asked to review the draft so it can be adopted before the next main meeting.
Meeting logistics: Commissioners confirmed a Monday meeting at 6:30 p.m. and discussed the possibility of meeting at 6:00 p.m. to consult with the town attorney on the 28th if needed.
Next steps: The commission will continue recruiting alternates, review the circulated rules and procedures, and meet with the town attorney if questions remain; no formal appointments were recorded in the meeting record.
