Open Space Committee approves prior minutes, declines involvement in town well dispute.
Open Space Committee votes to stay out of town well siting dispute. During public comment, Hampton Watkins raised Article 97 concerns about a proposed well on map 92 lot 5 in Town Conservation west of Great South Pond; after discussion, the committee voted unanimously to decline involvement,
Open Space Committee · Meeting of January 22, 2026
PLYMOUTH — Open Space Committee votes to stay out of town well siting dispute. During public comment, Hampton Watkins raised Article 97 concerns about a proposed well on map 92 lot 5 in Town Conservation west of Great South Pond; after discussion, the committee voted unanimously to decline involvement, directing Watkins to Peter Gordon, Plymouth Water Superintendent. Diane Peck reported the Trails Working Group built eight benches in January awaiting placement approval and has field trips and work parties planned for February.
Chair Stephanie Silva said the Select Board unanimously approved nine tax title property articles for the spring Town Meeting warrant, with Advisory and Finance review set for February 4.
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Source: the Open Space Committee meeting of January 22, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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