Peoples Trust offers green space to Richford; town says Province Street station was torn down without notice

During the Town Administrator Update at the Jan. 19 meeting, Town Administrator Marissa Tessier told the Selectboard that Peoples Trust had offered to give the green space by their Main Street parking lot across from the grocery store to the town; staff will consult with Tim Smith about funding and options for potential use, including an overlook.

Tessier also reported that the old train station on Province Street had been torn down. She said the town had no control over the demolition and was only notified on the day it occurred. Board members noted that housing code work remains in progress and that members’ town reports are nearly complete.

The Planning Commission announced a public meeting on Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. for public comment on the draft town plan.

The Administrator’s report contained no further detail on the proposed green-space transfer or the circumstances and contractor responsible for the station demolition; the minutes note staff will seek additional information.