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Commissioners discuss revenue-generation plans, creed proposal and deeds excise strategy
Summary
Chair Sandra M. Wright presented a proposed Plymouth County Commissioners' Creed and recommended surveying member communities about projects; commissioners discussed revenue-generation options and whether to pursue deeds excise legislation alone or regionally.
Chair Sandra M. Wright introduced a proposed "Plymouth County Commissioners' Creed," asking staff to survey member communities about projects and proposing to divide the county into areas for commissioners to focus on. Wright read passages from the draft creed and asked the administrator to distribute a community survey on priorities.
Commissioner Jared L. Valanzola supported Wright27s initiative while noting he represents all 27 member communities; Commissioner Gregory M. Hanley raised the possibility of re‑filing deeds excise legislation and whether Plymouth County should act alone or continue regional collaboration. Treasurer Thomas O27Brien recommended ongoing cooperation with other counties and exploring federal programs for revenue opportunities. The board agreed to continue discussing revenue-generation ideas at future meetings.
