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Highway foreman reports private‑road emergency response; board considers utility truck
Summary
Highway Foreman Mike Hastings reported a recent fire on a private road required town highway assistance; the board discussed reminding private‑road owners about maintenance responsibilities and Chair Susan Culp suggested the town consider acquiring a small highway utility truck.
Highway Foreman Mike Hastings told the Selectboard that a recent fire on a property served by a private road required the Highway Department’s involvement to sand and pull a truck from a ditch. The incident prompted discussion about reminding private‑road property owners of their responsibility to maintain drives to assure emergency services access.
Chair Susan Culp said the event made a compelling case to evaluate acquiring a small highway utility truck. The board agreed to continue researching the idea; no procurement decision or price estimate was recorded in the minutes.
