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Board debates Planning Commission selection, appoints two members
Summary
Following discussion about incumbency and residency, the Ludlow Select Board appointed Ed D’Ottavio and Judy Pullinen to four-year Planning Commission seats and confirmed Noah Schmidt to fill a term through 2028 after an initial motion failed and an amended motion passed.
Select Board members debated incumbency and community representation before filling Planning Commission vacancies. After several nominations and a failed motion, the board amended a motion and voted to appoint Ed D’Ottavio and Judy Pullinen to the Planning Commission four-year terms; Noah Schmidt was later appointed to a term expiring in 2028. "Incumbency does not imply expertise," Alan Couch said during the discussion, urging consideration of all applicants.
Board members discussed the need for a balanced commission with Ludlow residents holding the majority. Justin Hyjek and others emphasized evaluating resumes and local ties; the motion naming D’Ottavio and Pullinen passed on the amended vote. The board also noted the Planning Commission’s work will be integral to the municipal plan revision and the Better Connections master plan study.
