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Somerset Weekly Wrap Up - Week of July 9th to July 15th
Published: Jul 17, 2026
Congressional Candidate Jason Poulos to Host Town Hall in Somerset
Jason Poulos, a Democratic candidate for Congress and an independent researcher in artificial intelligence and policy, will host a town hall meeting on Tuesday, July 21st, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Somerset Old Town Hall. The event is free and will provide an opportunity for attendees to learn about his campaign and ask questions. Poulos is running in the Democratic primary on September 1st against Chris Bird and incumbent U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss, while Republican Tom Skalkup is also running for the seat.
Somerset Approves Increase in Trash Bag Prices and Transfer Station Fees
The selectmen approved a 10-cent price increase for town trash bags used for curbside pickup, with small bags now costing $2.35 and large bags costing $3.60. The town also approved a rate of 30 cents per pound for trash brought to the transfer station, weighed on a new scale, and a charge of $60 for mattresses at the transfer station, up from $35. These changes aim to better align transfer station revenue with disposal costs and cover the solid waste program expenses.
Financial Sustainability Analysis Planned for Somerset's Tax Base
An Advisory and Finance Committee member plans to analyze the town's tax bases (residential, industrial, commercial) from before the closure of the Brayton Point power plant in 2017 to the present. This analysis will project the town's tax situation for the next five years to determine financial sustainability for residents and identify potential structural changes needed in the budget.
Town Seeking Grant for Handicapped Accessibility Assessment
The Somerset Economic Development Committee is applying for a grant to assess handicapped accessibility across all town properties. If issues are identified through this assessment, the town plans to apply for a separate capital grant to fund the necessary improvements.
Free Summer Concert Series Features 'Move It On' at Paris Beach
The band 'Move It On' is scheduled to perform at Paris Beach on July 22nd as part of the free summer concert series organized by the Playground and Recreation Department. The concert will start at 6 p.m.
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