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Saturday, October 31, 2026 Sunderland, Massachusetts · Change town
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Sunderland approves septage rate increase, honors firefighters

Sunderland's Selectboard raised septage rates and honored community service in a brief Tuesday meeting. The board unanimously approved an increase to the septage disposal fee from 12 cents to 15 cents per gallon and unanimously approved a Peer Review contract with the Zoning Board of Appeals and

Selectboard or Town Administrator · Meeting of April 21, 2026

Sunderland's Selectboard raised septage rates and honored community service in a brief Tuesday meeting. The board unanimously approved an increase to the septage disposal fee from 12 cents to 15 cents per gallon and unanimously approved a Peer Review contract with the Zoning Board of Appeals and Tighe Bond. The board presented the annual Spirit Award to the Sunderland Fire Department, recognizing their service and sacrifice to the community.

The town dedicated its Annual Report to Fred Laurenitis, the Water Commissioner and longtime volunteer who has served as Police Officer, EMT, Fire Department Captain, Constable, Economic Planning Commissioner, and Recreation Department member.

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  • The complete report — 242 words

Source: the Selectboard or Town Administrator meeting of April 21, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.

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