Phillipston Special Town Meeting Focuses on Borrowing Plan
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The Special Phillipston Town Meeting of December 3, 2025 s focused on a proposal to fund significant roof replacements for the local high school and middle school. Officials detailed a borrowing plan exceeding $10 million, noting that a state grant would cover over half of the costs while the town would be responsible for its proportional share.
Residents and committees discussed the technical safeguards of the project, including contractor warranties, insurance policies, and the oversight role of the project manager. The discussion also clarified that the funding requires a debt exclusion under Proposition 2 1/2, necessitating a subsequent ballot vote by the community. After addressing concerns regarding student population percentages and reimbursement timelines, the assembly approved the article by a majority vote.