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Wakefield city manager outlines goals for commission

By P.J. GLISSON

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WAKEFIELD - At their regular Monday meeting, Chairman Dale White told members of Wakefield's planning commission that the nature of their roles was about to change.

"We're going to become more proactive in what happens in town," he said, adding, "Everybody keep a clear, open mind about where we're going."

City manager Bob Brown then spent his first commission meeting explaining to members what he hopes they will accomplish in the next year or so.

Using a slide show, Brown reminded that the planning commission has two major functions: 1. To act as an...