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Selectboard authorizes Fire Department to call road crew for emergency access
Summary
The Selectboard unanimously approved a motion allowing the Fire Department to call the Road Crew to plow or sand during emergencies, including to gain access to private driveways when needed to provide services.
Resident Simon Bradford asked whether, in an emergency, the Fire Department may call the Road Crew to plow or sand a driveway to gain access for services. The Selectboard responded that this is permitted and moved to formalize that authority. Mike McPhetres made the motion to allow the Fire Department to call the Road Crew at any time they need that help; John O’Brien seconded and the motion passed with "all aye."
The board clarified that the authorization is intended for emergency situations to ensure access for emergency services; the motion does not detail reimbursement or long-term policy on using town staff or equipment for private driveways outside emergencies.
