GOVERNMENT

Why did my property taxes increase by so much?
It’s a tricky subject to make simple, but here’s a breakdown of why your bill may rise by more than 2 ½ percent.
Latest Government News

With the ‘discovery’ of 588 affordable apartments, town closer to gaining more control over development
But a series of lapses led to a serious undercount of housing stock. Select Board member John Mahoney calls the oversight ‘unacceptable.’

Select Board may rescind its support for allowing guns in Town Hall, other public places
Board member John Mahoney says he’s had a change of heart after hearing from constituents.

‘Plan accordingly’: Improvements coming to Long Pond-Halfway Pond intersection, but expect traffic backups
Long-delayed project includes dedicated lanes, signals, sidewalks, and crosswalks to ease congestion and improve safety.

Town employee discovers nearly 600 ‘missing’ affordable housing units
If the state signs off on the number, Plymouth will move closer to gaining more control over residential development.

State legislation would give town option to raise taxes on meals, hotel stays, and vehicles
The ‘Municipal Empowerment Act’ is aimed at helping communities generate more revenue, but it faces hurdles.

Badger was the only Democrat to vote in favor of auditing the Legislature
Plymouth’s new state rep said she carried out the will of her constituents by bucking the party line.

Number of polling sites dramatically reduced
Citing savings and a move to early and mail-in voting, Select Board OK’s eliminating 9 of 14 locations in advance of the May election.

Here’s an easy way to have your say on Plymouth’s priorities
Take a town-sponsored online survey on the master planning process before the Feb. 16 deadline.

A place for those who served the country to connect, prosper, and contribute
Less than six months after opening, the Plymouth Area Veterans Center boasts a growing roster of events and services.

Part of Water St. to be dug up for the third time
Officials say a section of the new sewer line has unexpectedly settled. It’s unclear when work to make repairs will start.
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