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Selectboard debates combining road commissioner and foreman roles
Summary
Members disagreed over whether the road foreman should also serve as road commissioner if Arlen retires, citing potential conflicts, supervision concerns and pay implications.
The Leicester Selectboard discussed whether to allow the road foreman to also take the elected role of road commissioner after Arlen retires. Several members said the town historically keeps the two roles separate; S2 stated plainly, "That's not a good idea," while others argued having oversight separate from operational work is common practice.
The discussion covered possible conflicts of interest, impacts to Social Security and pay, and who would supervise staff. Board members asked to revisit assignment of duties rather than immediately combining roles, and agreed to consider options if the vacancy arises.
