- MA
- Worcester County
- 10/16/24
- 10/17/2024
- 165 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Lunenburg Conservation Commission meeting, a significant revision to a development plan near Glen Lizard Turtle habitat emerged as the most pressing topic. Developers initially proposed a four-lot subdivision but scaled it down to a three-lot common driveway layout to minimize environmental impact. This change reduced the buffer zone disturbance from 64,000 square feet to 18,000 square feet.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/15/24
- 10/18/2024
- 176 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Newbury Conservation Commission meeting, discussions were held regarding compliance issues, potential flooding risks, and the need for more plans and environmental assessments for various local projects. Key topics included a proposed merchandise container at Old Point Road and a critical examination of a garage project at Pine Island Road, both requiring further information to meet environmental standards.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 10/15/2024
- 114 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Fair Haven Environmental Commission meeting focused on addressing environmental issues, primarily the management of the local deer population and ongoing efforts related to McCarter Pond remediation. Discussions encompassed a range of topics, including deer population control strategies, the ecological health of local ponds, and budget allocations for environmental projects.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 10/14/24
- 10/14/2024
- 195 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the latest meeting of the Miami Beach Land Use and Sustainability Committee, members focused on a range of issues impacting local development and regulations. The most contentious topic was the ethical implications of a settlement agreement between a developer and a neighborhood association, which involved financial payments tied to project approvals. The committee also discussed amendments to entertainment regulations, potential zoning changes, and sustainability measures for public and private developments.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/10/24
- 10/11/2024
- 59 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ayer Conservation Commission deliberated on the New England Power Company’s proposed projects at Bishop Road and Park Street, focusing on environmental compliance, project phasing, and resident concerns over visual impacts. The commission also appointed a representative to a new working group for the town’s property on Sandy Pond Road.