CPA Exploratory Committee holding information session

COLRAIN — The ad hoc CPA Exploratory Committee will hold a public information session on Saturday, March 16, at 5 p.m. in the cafeteria at Colrain Central School, 22 Jacksonville Road.

By voting to adopt the Community Preservation Act, the town agrees to a small surcharge on property taxes, and can then receive a match from the state. The CPA provides a locally controlled source of money that towns can use for recreation, historic preservation, affordable housing and open space projects. Exemptions include a $100,000 deduction from everyone’s property value before applying the tax, plus full exemptions for low-income and older residents.

Refreshments will be served. For more information, visit colraincpa.org.

Another library trustee position available

SHELBURNE — Due to a recent resignation, an additional seat as a trustee of the Shelburne Free Public Library will be available in the May 16 election, with a one-year unexpired term.

Two Shelburne Free Public Library trustee positions with three-year terms will also be on the ballot.

Nomination papers for the town election are available at the Town Clerk’s Office, 51 Bridge St. The last day to obtain nomination papers is April 18 and they must be returned to Town Clerk Joe Judd by April 23.

With questions, contact Judd at townclerk@townofshelburnema.gov or 413-625-0300, ext.3