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A very busy week with Town business happening on Monday at the Fall Town Meeting.
The Historical Society is offering two opportunities to eat: one with cars the other with wursts!
The leaves are gorgeous – take a peek around town.

Governance Committee Chair Sam Tyler shares the fourth in the series of educational materials to inform voters at Monday’s Town Meeting. Scenic Roads is covered in this update.

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Governance Committee Chair Sam Tyler shares the last in the series of educational updates – this item proposes the establishment of a By-Law Review Committee.

In honor of Holliston’s 300th Anniversary in 2024, a small committee is assembling historical facts and personal stories about the days since 1950, which is when Holliston began its transition from agricultural community to what we are today.

The Holliston Community Farm Advisory Committee will host the 5th Annual Haunted Walk at the Community Farm located at 34 Rogers Road. Join us on Saturday, October 22, from 5-9 PM at the Community Farm for a fun and spooky night filled with many scary sites!

Twenty-four Holliston properties transferred ownership in September. The first twelve are listed here.

The Holliston Select Board meeting this week was held on Tuesday, October 11, 2022. This week, Mr. Cronin was meeting remotely. Again, through the miracle of technology, he was able to take his usual spot at the conference room table. Chair Ben Sparrell called the meeting to order at 7:02pm, promising a “robust agenda.” Mr. Sparrell read the required remote meeting guidelines and all votes were taken by roll call – and were unanimous on every decision.

HPD Chief Matthew Stone updates the public regarding significant actions events during the past month with a preview of upcoming events.

Governance Committee Chair Sam Tyler shares proposed language changes for the current Planning Board by-law.
The proposed language will be voted on at Town Meeting – Monday, Oct 17, 2022.

The quarterly water bills will be mailed out Monday, October 17, 2022.  This bill reflects water usage for the period July, August, and September 2022 and any arrears. 

October 9 – 15, 2022 is National Fire Prevention Week.
HFD Chief Cassidy reports on the emergency calls handled by his Department during this past week.

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Whether you heat your home with gas, oil, or electricity, recent news announcing rising fuel costs may stress not only you, but also your family budget. Experienced Massachusetts renters and homeowners are familiar with many ways to stave off high bills—many shared by their own fuel suppliers. But a review of the options may be timely.  Additionally, residents’ personal finances may have changed such that they are in need of financial resources to keep homes warm and comfortable during long cold New England winters.