- MA
- Suffolk County
- 10/28/24
- 10/28/2024
- 141 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston City Council recently convened to address several issues, with a focus on Docket 1197, an ordinance amendment concerning development exemptions near park frontages. The ordinance would allow a property at Two Charles Gate West to bypass existing height restrictions near historic parkland, sparking a discussion about the implications for future zoning and development projects.
- FL
- Lee County
- 10/28/24
- 10/28/2024
- 334 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a lengthy meeting of the Fort Myers Beach Town Council, discussions unfolded regarding the proposed Seagate development project, particularly focused on the former Red Coconut property. The proposal, which includes two 17-story buildings, sparked debate among council members and residents, highlighting a division over height restrictions and community impact. While some residents expressed support for the development as a means to revitalize the area post-Hurricane Ian, others voiced concerns about the scale of the project, potential traffic issues, and the adequacy of public benefits.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 10/28/24
- 10/29/2024
- 112 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Livingston Town Council meeting, the municipality addressed a substantial wildfire incident that consumed nearly 200 acres, celebrated the swearing-in of six new police officers, and explored youth-driven community initiatives. The meeting also saw discussions about public safety measures, housing obligations, and community engagement.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 10/28/24
- 10/29/2024
- 40 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The South River Borough Council meeting focused on infrastructure updates and community projects, with the approval of a $2.6 million bond ordinance for water main replacements taking center stage. The council tackled issues ranging from recreation fees to traffic improvements and discussed ongoing developments in local recreation and civic engagement.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 10/28/24
- 10/28/2024
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent meeting of the Palisades Park Borough Council focused on issues surrounding staffing in the Department of Public Works (DPW), transparency in financial matters, and the introduction of a capital improvements ordinance. The council discussed the urgency of hiring additional employees for the DPW, transparency in financial donations for town events, and the introduction of an ordinance to authorize various improvements, including on county roads.