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Town Manager reports on youth-safety measures, infrastructure updates and summer events
Summary
The Town Manager told the Select Board the town is coordinating schools, police and recreation to address youth-related safety issues, is progressing on infrastructure projects (Pope’s Landing, downtown streetscape, Holten Street drainage), has reduced water restrictions to Level 4, and listed upcoming summer events.
The Town Manager reported to the Select Board on June 18 that the town is stepping up a coordinated response to increasing youth-related incidents — including unsafe biking, vandalism, disruptive behavior and hate-based graffiti — through collaboration among schools, police and the recreation department.
An open letter to the community announced enhanced enforcement and increased patrols, especially in parks, and emphasized parental involvement and neighborhood engagement. The Town Manager said the town will encourage precinct meetings and related outreach to promote safe summer activities.
The report also summarized infrastructure and public‑space work: improvements at Pope’s Landing, ongoing downtown streetscape projects, Holten Street drainage and paving, and progress on seasonal banners and flower displays. Water restrictions were reduced to Level 4. The manager noted grant applications under way for economic development, public safety and Endicott Street visioning, and reminded the public that Town Hall will be closed for Juneteenth and the July 4 holiday with related trash and recycling schedule adjustments.
The Select Board received the report and approved routine consent calendar items; members offered brief remarks and adjourned at 8:19 P.M.
