Meeting Recaps

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Meeting recaps are designed for residents who want to stay informed about important decisions but may not have the time to watch entire meetings. These concise summaries provide key highlights, actions taken, and essential points covered during various meetings - allowing community members to stay updated without committing to lengthy viewing. Whether you’re juggling a busy schedule or just looking for a quick overview, meeting recaps make it easier to stay engaged and informed about the issues that matter the most.

Is there a specific meeting or topic you’re curious about but don’t have the time to watch in full? You’re likely not alone! Many people want to stay informed but find it challenging to fit lengthy meetings into their busy schedules. That’s where we come in - reach out to us at tgregory@TheReadingObserver.com with your request, and we’ll create a recap of the meeting or topic you are interested in. Whether it’s a Select Board meeting, School Committee discussion, or another community meeting or event, we’re here to help keep residents in the loop.


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Select Board Recap: June 24, 2025

For residents looking to stay up to date on key town matters, this recap highlights major takeaways from the Select Board meeting held on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

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Select Board recap: June 10, 2025

For residents looking to stay up to date on key town matters, this recap highlights the major takeaways from the Select Board meeting held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

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Reading Select Board passes Pride Month Resolution in remote meeting marked by tension and delayed action

For residents looking to stay up to date on key town matters, the following recap highlights the main takeaways from the Reading Select Board meeting held on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. The meeting, conducted over Zoom, was a single-item agenda focused on voting on a Pride Month Resolution - a vote that had been notably absent from the Board’s final regular May meeting, breaking with precedent.

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May 27, 2025, Select Board meeting

For residents looking to stay informed on town government, the May 27, 2025, Select Board meeting covered several key topics, ranging from an Arbor Day Proclamation to RCTV contract negotiations.

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April 14, 2025 Select Board meeting recap

For residents looking to stay informed on town government, the April 14 Select Board meeting covered several key topics ranging from leadership changes to local regulation updates. Below is a summary of the most important discussions and decisions made, with added context for how they may impact the Reading community.

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3.18.2025 Select Board meeting recap

  • Vote for in-person early voting on Saturday March 29, 2025, for April election

  • Vote to approve Re-World (formerly Covanta) waste disposal

  • Master plan & capital projects priorities discussion

  • Pleasant Street Center discussion

  • Vote to appoint Town Accountant to a term of July 2025 - June 2026

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3.4.25 Select Board meeting recap

  • Discuss/vote to authorize debt from MWRA local financial assistance program

  • Pickleball design and cost update/discussion

  • ReCAL discussion and vote of support

  • Vote to close the Town Meeting warrant

  • Retreat discussion

  • Vote on Inter-Municipal Agreement for animal control

  • Master Plan pre-discussion/logistics

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2.18.25 Select Board meeting recap

  • Grey Coach Road Discussion and Vote to turn streetlight back on

  • Discuss/vote for in-person early voting for April Election

  • Discussion on logistics/process for holding Special Election

  • ReCAL cost update/discussion

  • Preview Town Meeting Warrant

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