Governor, Climate Chief Announce Creation of Youth Climate Council

11:00AM / Saturday, April 29, 2023Print Story | Email Story

BOSTON — Governor Maura T. Healey and Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer announced the creation of a Youth Climate Council.

The council will advise the Governor and the Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience on climate policy and actions to make communities more resilient. Interested high school students in Massachusetts can now apply to be part of the council which will meet regularly with Chief Hoffer.

"I am so inspired by the young people who have been leading the charge to advocate for bold, innovative action on climate. We are creating the Youth Climate Council to center their voices, perspectives and ideas in our climate policy and make sure they have a seat at the decision-making table," said Governor Healey. "I'm grateful for Chief Hoffer's leadership and for her commitment to bringing people together to drive the change that we need to create a stronger, healthier and more equitable future for all."

Applications are now open for high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors and can be accessed here. The deadline to apply is May 19, 2023.

"As Mayor of Salem, I was always impressed with the important work that our Youth Commission did and saw firsthand how their bright ideas translated into positive results for our communities," said Lieutenant Governor Driscoll. "I'm excited about the work that Chief Hoffer is doing to bring more young people into state government, and I know this Council will have a significant impact in our efforts to combat the climate crisis."

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Dalton Public Safety Advisory Committee Down to 3

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
12:53PM / Tuesday, December 30, 2025

DALTON, Mass. — The Public Safety Advisory Committee is down to three members.

The five-member committee was established last June to examine all the options for a new police station or combined public safety facility, with the goal to have a recommendation to the Select Board by this December.

The committee was established after Police Chief Deanna Strout demonstrated to the board the dire condition of the facility that is unable to meet state requirements. The condition of the facility has been worsening as the town explores its options.

During a recent Select Board meeting, the deadline was pushed to April, following recent confusion on next steps.

Craig Wilbur, former co-chair, put in his letter of resignation from the committee effective Dec. 31 and Anthony "Tony" Pagliarulo stepped down after being elected to the Select Board.

During the last meeting, Wilbur stepped down from his role as co-chair following a heated discussion on next steps.

"As you know, during last evening's meeting the committee voted to extend its charge for an additional four months. While I fully respect and support the important work that lies ahead, I regret that due to other professional and personal commitments, I am unable to continue serving during this extended period," Wilbur said in his letter.

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