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Controversies in West Stockbridge

Does The Foundry have a viable permit for a sign affixed to the side of its structure.

To the editor:

Recently, Peter Skorput, former selectman and fire chief in West Stockbridge asked the town administrator whether The Foundry had a viable permit for a sign affixed to the side of its structure. The administrator wanted the board to discuss it at a formal meeting but the chairman, Eric Shimelonis overruled and publicly stated that there would be no more discussion of The Foundry. (Some have questions regarding Shimelonis’ conflict of interest.) Mr. Skorput’s question was never answered. Does the sign have a legitimate permit? It appears that most controversies in West Stockbridge involve Mr. Shimelonis.

J.A. Beacco Jr.
Lee

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