Local option tax passes; Powell wins select board race

Woodstock voters on Tuesday approved a 1% local option tax proposed by the Select Board, by a tally of 997-308.

The tax was explained as a way to help pay for town infrastructure costs -- which may include future renovations to Town Hall and the purchase and improvement of the water system.  The state will get 30% from the local option tax, and the town will receive the balance.

In the Woodstock Select Board race, Laura Powell defeated Scott Smith, 761-449.

Select Board incumbents Susan Ford and Greg Fullerton were unopposed in their bids for a two-year seat and a three-year seat, respectively.

— Gareth Henderson

NOTE: The results for the $99 million school bond are reportedly being counted this morning. Omni Reporter will post this result later today on this website and on Facebook.