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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bedford public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Library annual report
The library is busier than ever: 149 adult/teen programs (up 37%) and 269 children's programs, over 10,000 monthly visits, and a refreshed donor-funded front entrance. A restroom renovation is next on the wish list for the 30-year-old building.
Trail Subcommittee
The Commission is considering picking a yearly theme for four outreach events in 2027, possibly surveying residents, and deciding whether to formalize a trail subcommittee. A cautionary tale from another town that closed trails without public input and got voted down shows why outreach matters.