Project History
FALL 2023:
The Select Board reengaged with this project, building on previous work to create a cost-efficient recommendation for Town Meeting consideration
DECEMBER 2023:
The Select Board clarified renovation goals then engaged with TBA Architects to create a conceptual design and cost estimate
JANUARY 2024:
The Police Station Building Renovation Committee (PSBRC) was established to finalize the project’s construction documents confirm renovation costs
APRIL 2024:
TBA completed the project’s construction document and brought a final project estimate to the Select Board for consideration
MAY 2024:
Annual Town Meeting and Town Election Vote approved the project.
MAY 2025:
The Town approved additional funding. View the Video Explanation or Presentation Slides from Annual Town Meeting May 18, 2025
SEPTEMBER 2025:
Groundbreaking
Project Goals
- Modernize the police station to meet accreditation goals, increase retention/recruitment efforts, and improve officer and resident safety
- Increase gender parity by expanding female locker room space
- Create a community room that connects the department with residents and provides a safe and usable town resource
- Upgrade aging building systems to meet the Town’s financial and sustainability goals as identified in the Master Plan