Government
Garbage Gridlock: Swampscott’s Still Clean, But the Trash Talks Stink
As the trash and recycling strike enters its second month, Swampscott residents can drop off recycling at the Department of Public Works (DPW) Yard this week. The Teamsters Local 25…
Swampscott Select Board Tables Town Administrator Decision as Negotiations Continue
Negotiations for Swampscott’s new town administrator are ongoing, with the Select Board postponing the agenda item at Wednesday night’s meeting. “We are still ongoing negotiations so we will be tabling…
Questions Answered, Divided Vision: Public Weighs In as Hawthorne Property Faces Crossroads of Park vs. Mix Use
Discussions continue around the future of the Hawthorne property. The Hawthorne Re-use Advisory Committee hosted a public hearing on August 20 and will hold another on September 18 to gather…
Swampscott Select Board Picks Jason Silva as Top Choice for Town Administrator
In a 4-1 vote the Select Board named Jason Silva as their top choice for Swampscott’s next town administrator. Select Board Member Danielle Leonard was the sole nay vote. Silva…
Charlie Patsios: Clarke School a Better Fit for Affordable Housing Than Hawthorne Property, Pushes for Hotel-Restaurant Concept on Waterfront
As residents gathered Wednesday night to discuss the reuse of the Hawthorne-by-the-Sea Restaurant property, Swampscott Housing Authority Vice Chair Charlie Patsios told the Swampscott Tides prior to the meeting that…
Select Board Appoints Eric Kinsherf as Temporary Town Accountant Amid Staffing Shortage
The Select Board unanimously appointed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Eric Kinsherf as Swampscott’s temporary town accountant. “He is responsive and provides total financial services to individuals, businesses and municipalities,” interim…
Connors, Silva Advance to Final Round for Swampscott Town Administrator Post
The Select Board has decided to hold a second round of interviews with town administrator finalists Nicholas Connors and Jason Silva. Connors, Silva, and David Williams were interviewed for the…
Town Administrator Finalist Interview: Jason Silva
Jason Silva, one of three finalists for Swampscott’s town administrator position, shared his experience regionalizing municipal resources, calling the effort “a really positive impact for the town.” Currently serving as…
Town Administrator Finalist Interview: Nicholas Connors
Nicholas Connors, one of three finalists for Swampscott’s town administrator role, said he would prioritize communication and collaboration with the Select Board, town employees, and residents if chosen. “As information…
Town Administrator Finalist Interview: David Williams
David Williams believes he’s a strong candidate for Swampscott’s next town administrator, citing that “I have a history of doing very well in tumultuous communities.” One of three finalists for…