Dighton Committee Discusses Town Meeting Warrant Articles and Finances

Overview: The Dighton Community Preservation Committee, in a meeting on May 16, 2024, focused on the upcoming annual town meeting warrant articles and the financial status of the committee’s funds. The committee addressed potential updates to project signage and the unique reimbursement process for Titan housing’s electrical panel project.

Ayer’s Sandy Pond School Project Sparks Enthusiasm

Overview: The recent Ayer Community Preservation Committee meeting focused on several developments, with the Sandy Pond School project taking center stage. This initiative has seen the completion of construction work, including a new accessible and enlarged washroom, making the historic schoolhouse more available for community activities. Plans for an upcoming event on May 18th, featuring music, activities, and talks by elected leaders and descendants of former teachers, were met with notable enthusiasm from the committee.

Dighton Committee Funds Trails Project Amid Allocation Debate

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Dighton Community Preservation Committee approved funding for several key projects, including the Trails Committee and Broad Gold Nature Trail initiatives, while also engaging in a debate over the allocation of funds from the Community Preservation Act (CPA).

Shutesbury CPC Stresses Need for More Project Applications in Future

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Shutesbury Community Preservation Committee (CPC), the most significant topic of discussion was the absence of project applications for the current year and the anticipation of more applications in the future. The committee emphasized the importance of encouraging town residents and committees to propose projects, acknowledging that accumulating funds for larger undertakings, especially in the realm of affordable housing, can be beneficial. The discussion moved towards strategizing for better community engagement and education on the application process to ensure more robust participation in the coming years.

Littleton CPC Approves Dock Project Funding, Debates Housing Trust Agreement

Overview: The Littleton Community Preservation Committee (CPC) recently approved funding for the second phase of the Long Lake dock project and engaged in discussions on the management and allocation of funds for affordable housing projects. The meeting also addressed the return of funds from completed projects, the potential partnership with the Litton Conservation Trust regarding the Webster land, and the scheduling of a future meeting to further discuss the complexities of the Webster land project.