Templeton Town Administrator, Adam Lamontagne, has announced his resignation due to what he describes as the town’s select board weaponizing its power against him. Lamontagne submitted his resignation letter on March 4, with his last working day being March 17. The decision came after the select board voted 3-2 on February 26 to hold a hearing regarding a complaint filed against him, which he believes has created a hostile work environment.
In his letter, Lamontagne expressed disappointment in the select board’s actions, stating that the political landscape in Templeton has become toxic and has made it impossible for him to effectively carry out his duties as town administrator. He cited the board’s decision to hold a hearing without due process and the lack of support he has received from some members as contributing factors to his decision to resign.
Lamontagne has been serving as the town administrator of Templeton for an unspecified amount of time, during which he has worked towards improving the town’s infrastructure and services. His resignation comes as a blow to the community, with residents expressing concern over the stability of the town’s leadership.
The select board has yet to respond to Lamontagne’s resignation, but residents are calling for a transparent and fair process to ensure that the town’s next administrator is chosen with the best interests of the community in mind. As Templeton prepares for a transition in leadership, the focus is on finding a replacement who can rebuild trust and work towards a more harmonious relationship between town officials.
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