New School Challenge

Reuel S. Amdur

The major concern of the Chelsea Council meeting on July 3 was the steps needed to move forward on construction of a new school.  If the school is to be ready for September, 2026, land must be transferred by August 31.  However, there is a sticking point.  The land owner and Chelsea are not in agreement with the price.  If the price gap cannot be resolved, expropriation may be necessary. 

Council voted to engage the law firm of Bélanger Sauvé to act on behalf of the municipality in taking necessary steps.  Voting against were Rita Jain and Enrico Valente.  Valente expressed his dislike of expropriation.

This Council meeting was the first time we met Charles Hervé, the municipality’s city clerk and legal advisor.  At the meeting, he added his comments on some matters that came before
the session.

Photo caption: Charles Hervé

Photo credit: Reuel S. Amdur