Littleton Committee Approves Open Space Plan Amid Debates

Overview: The Littleton Open Space and Recreation Committee convened on March 26, 2024, resulting in the approval of a key open space and recreation plan, although not without substantial debate and calls for further review. The meeting’s most significant outcome was the committee’s discussion and handling of the open space and recreation plan, which involved intricate debates on goals, vision statements, and water body classifications within the town’s jurisdiction.

Yarmouth Committee Advances Open Space and Recreation Planning

Overview: The Yarmouth OSRP Ad Hoc Committee recently held a meeting to deliberate on updates and revisions to the town‚Äôs Open Space and Recreation Plan. The committee scrutinized the draft plan’s accuracy, discussing the impacts of septic systems on coastal development, the identification of conservation lands, and the integration of environmental justice populations data. They also addressed the town‚Äôs vulnerability to sea level rise and the necessity of managing invasive species and shoreline nourishment through dredging projects.

Franklin Committee Elects New Chair and Tackles Open Space Challenges

Overview: The Franklin Open Space Advisory Committee recently convened to address a series of concerns related to local open space management, financial oversight, and community engagement. Notably, the committee underwent a reorganization, resulting in the election of new officers. Robert Puskus has been appointed as the chair, alongside an individual named Ary as the vice chair, and Bill Connell as the secretary.