40 Under Forty Nominations Open

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Nominations are now open for Berkshire Community College's announces the annual 40 Under Forty awards celebration. 
 
40 Under Forty honors talented millennials and Generation Z professionals in the Berkshires who have shown their support for the region through leadership, community service, and a deep dedication to improving the quality of life for those living and working in the community.
 
"40 Under Forty recognizes leadership, innovation, commitment and accomplishment. We are fortunate that this generation is having an impact on our collective quality of life," said Berkshire Community College (BCC) President Ellen Kennedy. "Please take a few minutes to identify individuals who are making a difference in the Berkshires."
 
The event is presented by BCC Foundation, the Berkshire Eagle, and 1Berkshire.
 
Nominees for 40 Under Forty must be 39 years old or younger as of Sept. 30, 2022 and must work in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. Nominations can be submitted by anyone who knows of a potential nominee. A panel of judges reviews the nominations and score them according to four criteria:
  • Career path — How fast has the individual risen? How is his or her rising career path unique or unusual?
  • Commitment to the community — Does the individual volunteer? In what capacity?
  • Outside recognition — Has this individual been recognized by any industry or community groups?
  • Overall nomination — Is the nomination complete? Is it thorough and thoughtful?
"40 Under Forty recognizes leadership, innovation, commitment and accomplishment. We are fortunate that this generation is having an impact on our collective quality of life," said BCC President Ellen Kennedy. "Please take a few minutes to identify individuals who are making a difference in the Berkshires."
 
To submit a nomination by March 1, 2022, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/40under40. Awards will be presented at a special ceremony in the fall.
 
For more information, contact the Office of Advancement at (413) 236-2185 or 40under40@berkshirecc.edu.
 
 
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Dalton Select Board Argues Over Sidewalk Article

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
DALTON, Mass. — A heated discussion concerning sidewalks during Monday night's Select Board meeting resulted in the acting chair calling a recess to cool the situation. 
 
The debate stemmed from the two articles on the town meeting warrant for May 6 at 7 p.m. at Wahconah Regional High School. 
 
One proposes purchasing a sidewalk paver for $64,000 so sidewalks can be paved or repaired for less money, but they will use asphalt rather than concrete. The other would amend the town's bylaws to mandate the use of concrete for all future sidewalks. 
 
The article on concrete sidewalks was added to the warrant through a citizen petition led by resident Todd Logan. 
 
The board was determining whether to recommend the article when member John Boyle took the conversation in a new direction by addressing how the petition was brought about. 
 
"I just have a comment about this whole procedure. I'm very disappointed in the fact that you [Logan] have been working, lobbying various groups and implementing this plan and filed this petition six weeks ago. You never had any respect for the Select Board and …" Boyle said. 
 
Before Boyle could finish his statement, which was directed to Logan, who was in the audience, Chair Joe Diver called point of order via Zoom. 
 
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