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The Year in Review

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Town Hall organizational changes, The 2026 spring budget process and future budget processes, Five December bond questions for voters to consider, Emergency radio communications, Kearns School developing into senior and workforce housing, Granby Ambulance Association town increased contribution, Building envelopes—explored for efficiency, Regional performance and inventive program grants, and Volunteers recognized through an Appreciation Gathering

Town/Govt

Could Broadleaf preserve the land for Granby’s future?

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A recent survey of 49 residents found the community evenly divided over the proposed Broadleaf Solar project: 41 percent supported it, 41 percent opposed it, and 18 percent were undecided or wanted more information.
The voluntary survey was intended to identify residents’ questions and priorities and share them with town officials. Although respondents disagreed about the project, they showed considerable agreement about what Granby should pursue if it moves forward.

Town/Govt

As Granby considers capital projects

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For many of the capital projects under consideration, it is not a matter of doing it or not doing it, but rather of planning it out and spreading the long-term cost by bonding, versus paying cash for work done on an emergency or ASAP basis. Such are the complications that arise from waiting too long to “save money.” Far better to plan ahead to determine the needs but also the priorities, and tackle capital needs and its costs to taxpayers on a well thought out schedule.

About Town

The Year in Review

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Town Hall organizational changes, The 2026 spring budget process and future budget processes, Five December bond questions for voters to consider, Emergency radio communications, Kearns School developing into senior and workforce housing, Granby Ambulance Association town increased contribution, Building envelopes—explored for efficiency, Regional performance and inventive program grants, and Volunteers recognized through an Appreciation Gathering

Town/Govt

Could Broadleaf preserve the land for Granby’s future?

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A recent survey of 49 residents found the community evenly divided over the proposed Broadleaf Solar project: 41 percent supported it, 41 percent opposed it, and 18 percent were undecided or wanted more information.
The voluntary survey was intended to identify residents’ questions and priorities and share them with town officials. Although respondents disagreed about the project, they showed considerable agreement about what Granby should pursue if it moves forward.

Town/Govt

As Granby considers capital projects

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For many of the capital projects under consideration, it is not a matter of doing it or not doing it, but rather of planning it out and spreading the long-term cost by bonding, versus paying cash for work done on an emergency or ASAP basis. Such are the complications that arise from waiting too long to “save money.” Far better to plan ahead to determine the needs but also the priorities, and tackle capital needs and its costs to taxpayers on a well thought out schedule.

Town/Govt

Granby Food Bank — October 2026

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We currently need: Dinty Moore beef stew; Assorted crackers (Ritz, Saltines, Town House); Canned peaches/pineapple/fruit cocktail; Applesauce; Ketchup/mustard/mayo/pickles/relish; Taco dinner boxes; Dishwashing soap

Photographer credited

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Merle Yoder was the photographer for the photos that accompanied “Granby Wildflower Meadow fall update: Roots, blooms and Open Farm Day” in the September issue.

School & Sports

Bears give back

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“Nobody is bigger than the G,” says Mike Dombrowski, head coach of the boys’ soccer team at Granby Memorial High School. Dombrowski motioned to the big G painted at the center of the soccer field, explaining that “the G is a symbol that reminds us we are part of much bigger community.”

Announcing new ways to support the Drummer

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The Drummer is excited to announce three new options to businesses and nonprofits to support our mission, which is to continue to deliver our award-winning local newspaper to every household in Granby free of charge.