Volunteer injury reimbursement dispute
Summary
A senior center volunteer who broke her leg while volunteering was denied roughly $200 in out-of-pocket costs by the town's trust. A resident urged the council to fix it quickly, saying it sets a bad precedent for the town's many volunteers.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $200 at stake, but potentially broader liability exposure if the town starts covering volunteer injuries.
If resolved, the injured volunteer — and the town's culture of volunteerism.
The injured volunteer is left with the out-of-pocket bill.
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