Fall River Zoning Board Approves Variances for River Investment Properties Project

Overview: The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals approved several variance requests during its December 18, 2025, meeting, including an application by River Investment Properties LLC to modify a non-conforming structure on East Main Street. The board also addressed other significant variance requests and discussed future meeting logistics.

Taunton School Committee Faces Criticism Over Staff Pay and Ends Longtime TASK Program

Overview: During a recent Taunton School Committee meeting, concerns over inadequate staff compensation and the discontinuation of the Taunton Area School to Careers (TASK) program dominated the discussion. Members of the public and committee alike voiced frustrations about the discrepancy in pay for secretaries and support staff, as well as the implications of ending a 30-year partnership with TASK, which had been vital for providing job skills training to vulnerable students from low-income families.

Acushnet Housing Authority Faces Challenges with Costly Electrical Project

Overview: The Acushnet Housing Authority meeting highlighted ongoing challenges with a costly and complex electrical project, alongside discussions about a new insurance agreement and upcoming tenant events. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to addressing the problems arising from an electrical project that has been fraught with issues since its inception. The intricacies of the project were discussed, highlighting the difficulties faced, including design flaws that did not meet code requirements. These shortcomings have led to unexpected costs and changes that have disrupted the aesthetics of the housing properties. The need for additional power sources and a new transformer has further complicated the situation. The Housing Authority has expressed dissatisfaction with these developments and has communicated their concerns to the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), emphasizing the importance of maintaining the visual appeal of the housing sites.

Dispute Over Property Boundary Sparks Site Visit by Dighton Board of Selectmen

Overview: The Dighton Board of Selectmen convened to address a boundary dispute between properties on Spring Street and Bailey Street. A resident has accused a neighboring property representative of clearing land beyond their boundary, potentially infringing on her property. The board agreed to conduct a site visit to assess the situation, set for December 31st, weather permitting.

Dighton Board of Assessors Deliberates on Land Use and Taxation Amid Communication Challenges

Overview: The Dighton Board of Assessors convened to address issues, including the reclassification of Chapter 61A land, a series of motor vehicle abatements, and ongoing concerns about the town’s email communication system. Notable decisions included the unanimous approval of land reclassification and abatements, while communication inefficiencies prompted a call for improvements.