CPA panel weighs more funds for pavilion

Community Preservation Act Committee · Meeting of May 19, 2026

Berlin's CPA Committee weighed seeking more money for a stalled South Commons pavilion and irrigation project. Member MJ Steges warned against letting work start on "partial funding," saying the town could end up "holding the bag for a half-done project." Members said the pavilion's original $150,000 allocation, approved three years ago, "might not cover the full intent" given rising costs, and discussed filing a supplemental application rather than amending the existing one. Town Administrator Jeff Nutting told the committee a bridge project and ARPA-funded playground and fire station work, due by December 31, 2026, take priority.

Separately, the committee approved its fiscal 2026-27 meeting schedule and accepted Lexi's appointment by the Conservation Commission, both unanimously, and discussed asking the select board for a formal liaison.

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Source: the Community Preservation Act Committee meeting of May 19, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.

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