Franklin Open Space Committee Expresses Frustrations Over Budget and Maintenance Transparency

Overview: The Franklin Open Space Advisory Committee meeting was dominated by discussions centered around budgetary concerns and transparency in maintenance operations. Members voiced their dissatisfaction with the handling of financial resources, particularly the council’s approach to the park maintenance plans and the allocation of funds from the open space budget.

Lunenburg Committee Grapples with Open Space Plan Extension Amid Committee Resignations

Overview: In a recent Lunenburg Open Space Committee meeting held via Zoom, the committee addressed several topics, including the resignation of two key members and the state-approved extension of the town’s open space plan. The meeting saw discussions about future in-person gatherings and strategizing to maintain the community’s eligibility for state grant funding.

Newbury Open Space Committee Tackles Survey Design and Plans for Upcoming Public Meeting

Overview: The Newbury Open Space Committee meeting focused on refining a community survey and scheduling an upcoming public meeting to gather valuable community input. The committee emphasized the importance of clear survey instructions and resolved scheduling challenges to maximize public participation.

Franklin Committee Discusses Memorial Forest Leasing, Deer Management, and Farmland Preservation

Overview: The Franklin Open Space Advisory Committee recently convened to address topics, including the potential leasing of the Consulata property and Memorial Forest, deer management strategies, and a new appraisal formula for farmland preservation.

Newbury Open Space Committee Grapples with Survey Design to Capture Community Preferences

Overview: The Newbury Open Space Committee convened to refine a survey aimed at gauging public opinion on the use of town land for recreational activities and open space. The committee engaged in discussions about the survey’s structure, content, and distribution methods to ensure it effectively captures community preferences while avoiding overlap with the Recreation Committee’s domain.