Shutesbury Buildings Committee Tackles Roof Repairs, Safety Upgrades, and Funding Challenges

Overview: The Shutesbury Buildings Committee recently convened to address infrastructure issues, including the repair of the Spear Library roof, safety upgrades for exit signs, and financial allocations for ongoing projects.

Littleton’s Senior Center Construction Nears Completion Amid Feasibility Study Updates

Overview: The Littleton Permanent Municipal Building Committee (PMBC) meeting on January 8, 2025, focused on two major projects: the ongoing construction of the Senior Center and the Shaker Lane School building feasibility study. Key developments included updates on construction progress, financial adjustments, and future meeting plans with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA).

Westport Infrastructure Committee Deliberates on Sewer Project Funding and Water Quality Concerns

Overview: The Westport Infrastructure Oversight Committee’s recent meeting focused on securing funding for local sewer projects, addressing water quality issues, and exploring potential partnerships for infrastructure improvements. The committee discussed various grant opportunities and the challenges of meeting matching fund requirements, as well as the implications of ongoing development projects on local resources and public health.

Hot Water Heater Woes and Communication Issues Dominate Norton Building Committee Meeting

Overview: The Norton Permanent Building Committee’s recent meeting revolved around ongoing maintenance challenges at the senior center, with particular emphasis on persistent problems with the hot water heater and a broader discussion on improving communication protocols for efficient issue resolution. The meeting also touched upon several other operational and project updates, including the status of the town hall project and the handling of warranty items.

Granby West St Building Committee Grapples with Kitchen Renovation and Leech Field Concerns

Overview: The Granby West St Building Committee met to address critical elements of the building’s renovation, with a primary focus on the kitchen’s design and the leech field system’s condition. Key discussions included the potential conversion of the kitchen into a commercial space and the necessity of inspecting the leech field to ensure it meets future needs.