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Residents and board discuss utility tree trimming after contested mailers and work by contractors
Summary
Board members reviewed a recent Eversource trimming campaign and mailers sent to property owners; the utility's contractor (Aspen) conducted work across town, some residents said they were surprised at the scope, while utility records shown to the board indicated mailers and logging were completed for addresses affected.
The selectboard discussed recent Eversource vegetation management work in town and some residents’ complaints about how widespread the cutting felt. The town administrator said the company and contractor sent mailers and logged addresses; "Everybody got a mailer... and most of the cutting that they've done has taken place because people didn't send the mailer back," he said, adding that a 45‑day rule can allow crews to proceed if homeowners do not respond.
Members acknowledged residents' frustration with communication and noted the contractor Aspen performed the cutting. The board advised residents with concerns to use the business card left by crews or to contact the utility representative; the board said local DOT and right‑of‑way rules may limit what the town can do on state roads.
