Episodes

  • BLT // 6.17.26

    BLT // 6.17.26
    Jun 17 2026
    In the latest episode of Best Little Town, Town Manager Bart Warner provides a recap of the June 16, 2026 Town Council meeting and discusses a variety of topics impacting the Bedford community. Highlights include updates from the Bedford Police Department, recognition of the Finance Department for outstanding achievement, approvals for several community and infrastructure projects, budget-related actions, and discussion surrounding town-owned property. The episode also includes information on upcoming community events, including plans for the Town's Independence Day celebration as America approaches its 250th anniversary.
    For the full details and context behind these updates, be sure to listen to the complete episode of Best Little Town.
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    32 mins
  • BLT // 6.3.26

    BLT // 6.3.26
    Jun 3 2026
    In this episode of Best Little Town, Bedford Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the June 2nd Town Council meeting. Key highlights include the adoption of the FY2026-2027 budget and a BPOL tax increase for large retailers. Council discussions covered the Bedford Middle School renovation, upcoming D-Day commemorations, police staffing concerns, and a Request for Proposals for conservation easement advisory services. The next Town Council meeting is scheduled for June 16th at 7 p.m., 215 East Main Street.
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    27 mins
  • BLT // 5.20.26

    BLT // 5.20.26
    May 20 2026
    In this episode of the Best Little Town podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford's May 19th council meeting. Key topics include a speed limit reaffirmation on Longwood Avenue, Memorial Day event announcements, and resident appearances addressing pavement repairs, and community volunteerism. Council members celebrated the recent parade and downtown beautification efforts. The meeting also covered a budget public hearing for FY2026-2027 and an in-depth discussion on the electric department's declining reserves and long-term energy contracts. The session concluded with a closed legal session regarding potential property litigation.
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    32 mins
  • BLT // 5.06.26

    BLT // 5.06.26
    May 6 2026
    In this episode of the Best Little Town podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford's May 5th Town Council meeting. Key highlights include preparations for the town's 250th anniversary parade on May 16th, approval of a tax exemption for the Bedford Community Christmas Station, passage of the Vacant Buildings Registry Ordinance, and several budget amendments covering police equipment and fuel dispensing systems. Community members shared updates on downtown beautification efforts ahead of the anniversary celebration.
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    41 mins
  • BLT // 4.22.26

    BLT // 4.22.26
    Apr 22 2026
    In this episode, Bedford Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the April 21, 2026 council meeting. Key highlights include a one-month deferral of the electric price adjustment to explore ways to hopefully ease residents costs, unanimous adoption of the Bedford 2045 Comprehensive Plan, and approval of a formal downtown banner policy. The council voted to maintain the 25 mph speed limit on Longwood Avenue, authorized lease negotiations for the town transfer station, and approved a SAFER grant for volunteer firefighters. A vacant building registry ordinance was tabled pending further review.
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    45 mins
  • BLT // 4.8.26

    BLT // 4.8.26
    Apr 8 2026
    In this episode of the Best Little Town podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the April 7th Town Council meeting. Key topics include Spring Cleanup Week, an upcoming electric utility town hall, and an art exhibit featuring Charles Schulz's work. The council approved maintaining current tax rates, confirmed property conveyance to the Bedford Regional Water Authority, and unanimously agreed to purchase three megawatts of natural gas power through American Municipal Power. Additional items included police department updates, a crime victims' rights proclamation, and legal service continuity following a Commonwealth's Attorney appointment to the Circuit Court bench.
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    42 mins
  • BLT // 3.18.26

    BLT // 3.18.26
    Mar 18 2026
    In this episode of "The Best Little Town Podcast," Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford’s March 17th Town Council meeting. Key topics include approval of a homestay permit, temporary closure of Macon Street due to safety concerns, and updates on energy supply challenges. Warner explains the town’s reliance on American Municipal Power and upcoming plans to secure additional power sources. Residents are invited to a town hall on April 14th to discuss electricity costs and future plans.
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    37 mins
  • BLT // 3.4.26

    BLT // 3.4.26
    Mar 4 2026
    52 mins