The EWSD Board has filled two vacancies in recent months by appointing highly-qualified male applicants. Some members of the public, to whom a confidential notice was leaked, believe that’s contrary to the district’s much-debated equity policy.

10 points from the Nov. 9th and 15th Town Budget Work Sessions, including a 5.4% projected tax rate increase for Town (inside and outside the village) residents ($76 per year for a $300K property). This number will likely change before being sent to voters in March.

Three baristas from Uncommon Coffee competed in a Latte Art Throwdown on Halloween in Burlington. Uncommon Coffee’s own Noah Zuanich and Kyle Hunn took 1st and 3rd place respectively.

10 Highlights from the Nov. 4th Village Budget Work Session, including a 13.2% municipal tax increase proposed for Village taxpayers ($132 per year for a $300K property). Trustees may cut corners to shave one or two percent off the increase between now and the vote in April.

The Essex ReTorter spoke with "Jennie" and "Eileen", who have different takes on the upcoming vote. Both have lived in the Village for more than 30 years.

SB made minor changes to and approved the Winter Operations Plan, discussed whether to say the pledge of allegiance at meetings, talked more about Separation agreements, appointed four candidates to the Conservation & Trails Committee, and firmed up questions for applicants to their vacant seat. As has become routine, the meeting ended after multiple executive sessions.

Village Trustee President Andrew Brown says he’s 100% confident there will be modest tax savings due to Separation.