7/6/2026 Town Council meeting discussion focused on establishing a centralized master fee schedule under Chapter 15 of the municipal code. Local officials discuss the legal necessity of having the governing body authorize all town service charges, noting that several existing fees for cemeteries and recreation were previously unauthorized. The proposal aims to reflect the actual costs of municipal services, such as maintenance and utilities, while moving all departmental costs into one transparent document. Council members examined specific impacts on local organizations and community events, questioning how rental costs might affect volunteer-led initiatives and farmers’ markets. To address these concerns, the policy includes a provision allowing the town manager to waive fees for certain public-benefit activities with council approval. Ultimately, the council voted unanimously to move the updated fee structure to a public hearing scheduled for July 20th.