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Select Board - July 20, 2026
Published: Jul 20, 2026
Buzzards Bay Triathlon Approved with Conditions by Westport Select Board
The Westport Select Board heard a request from Max Performance to hold their annual Buzzards Bay Triathlon on September 26th. Concerns were raised by the board regarding potential conflicts with another event, traffic patterns, road conditions on the proposed route (Hicks Bridge, Horseneck, and Driftway), and proper marking/safety precautions. The police report recommended approval with conditions, including coordination with the police and fire departments and avoiding shared routes with other events. The board approved the request, subject to conditions including police department recommendations, communication about road closures, and safety precautions discussed. They also noted the lack of an alternative route in the packet and that the applicant would need to work with the police department on route specifics, potentially blocking lanes or outlining the route clearly. The board also discussed potential impacts of ongoing construction on Hicks Bridge and Horseneck Bridge.
Westport Authorizes Posting for Production Assistant Position
The Select Board approved the job description for the Production Assistant position and authorized its immediate posting. The role is a non-union, part-time position within the Enable Access Department. A key change in the updated job description is lowering the educational requirement from a Bachelor's degree to an Associate's degree, a decision made to avoid limiting the applicant pool for this part-time role.
One-Day Liquor License Approved for Shelltock Fundraising Concert
The Select Board approved a one-day wine and malt beverages liquor license for Buzzards Bay Brewing for a fundraising concert, 'Shelltock,' on August 15th, from 2 to 7 PM at the Pinehill fairgrounds. The event benefits shellfish propagation in the Westport River. The police recommended at least one detail officer for the event. The board approved the license unanimously.
Westport Select Board Authorizes Job Postings for Public Health Nurse and Board of Health Clerk
The Select Board authorized the posting for two positions: Public Health Nurse and Part-time Board of Health Clerk. The board had previously reviewed the job descriptions for both roles. These actions are the final steps to allow the town to begin accepting applications.
Westport Select Board Enters Executive Session for Personnel, Litigation, and Select Board Member Discussion
The Westport Select Board entered executive session to discuss the reputation/character of a Select Board member, strategy sessions for negotiating with non-union personnel (Director of Senior Services), and strategy regarding litigation in the case of Robert Brana, trustee of the ANC Nominee Realty Trust vs. Town of Westport Historical Commission. The board stated they would not conduct further business in open session after the executive session.
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