Energy Forums Scheduled in North Adams, Lenox

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Berkshire County residents are invited to attend one of two interactive community forums to be held on Tuesday, Feb. 26, and Wednesday, Feb. 27, to help craft a regional energy plan.

The forums, hosted by the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission, will be held in North and South County locations for ease of travel.  

Participants will learn about our current energy use and sources, and discuss goals for long-term energy efficiency and mix.

Working in small groups, participants will use maps and information to identify their recommendations for the region’s energy future. Input will be used to help create a new energy plan for the region.   

Refreshments will be served those planning to attend are asked to RSVP to annie.stilts@cetonline.org for planning purposes, but RSVPs are not required to attend.

  • Tuesday, Feb. 26, at Lenox Town Hall, 6 Walker St., from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Feb. 27, MCLA Church Street Center, North Adams, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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Lanesborough Passes FY 2027 Budget, Warrant Articles

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — Town meeting on Tuesday approved an almost $14 million fiscal 2027 budget, and approved bylaws for short-term rentals and signage, and for public safety vehicles. 
 
Of the 20 warrant articles, one, Article 7, to use free cash to pay prior fiscal year bills of $941.27 was indefinitely postponed by Moderator David Rolle because the bills were for the fire association.
 
Some 247 of the town's more than 2,600 registered voters filled Lanesborough Elementary School, debating articles during a meeting that lasted more than three hours. 
 
The town's 2027 spending plan is up more than 10 percent, with the main increases from higher enrollment in the regional schools and the McCann Technical School renovation project.
 
Voters approved the assessment of $7,586,284 for Mount Greylock Regional School. They also approved Article 11, which was the use of $16,298.48 in free cash for the McCann's roof and window replacement project so as not to impact the budget. 
 
Ambulance Director Jen Weber is planning 24-hour coverage, which means more staff and a hike in her budget. Article 5 asked the town to appropriate $234,100 to operate the Ambulance Enterprise Fund for salaries and expenses, which passed.
 
Fire Chief Jeff DeChaine spoke to the audience on his articles and the need for a new truck to replace the 1996 fire truck, listed on the warrant articles for a total $813,366, which includes a $100,000 contingency cost on whether a 2026 model-year chassis can be secured before new emissions standards in 2027. If they get the 2026 chassis, that contingency likely won't be needed.
 
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