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The Fitchburg Common Council met on March 10, 2026, at City Hall. The meeting began with proclamations recognizing Women's History Month and Red Cross Month, and the appointment of Alison Kirk to the EMS Commission. Council members heard public testimony in support of revising pickleball court fees and later approved a fee reduction. Commission reports covered a range of resolutions including vegetation management contracts, an EV charging station agreement, and budget amendments. During new business, the council voted to deny a settlement offer in an ongoing tax assessment litigation and approved adjustments to the 2025 capital and operating budgets. The meeting adjourned shortly after 8:00 PM.
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