Town council meeting discussing a proposed change by Councilor Deb Paul to the distribution of land use tax funds. Currently, the Conservation Commission receives the first $100,000, with a 60/40 split between the town and conservation for amounts exceeding that. Councilor Paul suggests reverting to a system where 100% of these funds go to conservation, citing the rising cost of land and the need to preserve natural resources. This proposed change is contested due to concerns about its potential impact on residents’ tax bills, as the current system allows for a reduction in taxes if the funds are not allocated to conservation. The council ultimately votes to schedule a public hearing for September 2nd, allowing for community input and further discussion on this financial reallocation. The vote failed with Councilors Buchard and Paul voting for a public hearing councilors Combes, Faber, and Dunn voted against hearing from the public!