Heated Debate Over Regressive Taxes Divides Shutesbury Finance Committee

Overview: The Shutesbury Finance Committee meeting featured a debate over the inclusion of a paragraph discussing the regressive nature of property taxes in a budget request letter, alongside discussions on budget proposal guidelines, upcoming meetings, and open meeting law compliance.

Deerfield Finance Committee Debates $3.86 Million Request for Renovation of Historic 1888 Building

Overview: The Deerfield Finance Committee met on September 5, 2024, to discuss several financial matters, with the renovation of the historic 1888 building and the town’s violation of the Wetlands Protection Act emerging as the primary topics.

Shutesbury Board of Health Discusses Demolition Order and Geothermal Well Permit

Overview: At the recent Shutesbury Board of Health meeting, topics included the status of a demolition order for a property on Wendell Road and the approval process for a geothermal well permit on Surner Mountain Road. The Board also deliberated on the necessity of property line surveys for well permits.

Deerfield Residents Voice Concerns Over Treehouse Concert Noise and Road Safety Issues

Overview: The September 4th, 2024 meeting of the Deerfield Select Board saw residents raising concerns about noise pollution from Treehouse concerts, road safety issues, and various ongoing community projects. The meeting also included discussions on senior housing, financial policy, and health-related matters.

Shutesbury Select Board Approves Site Plan for Accessory Apartment Amid Discussions on Zoning and Land Use

Overview: During the recent Shutesbury Select Board meeting, discussions included the approval of a site plan for an accessory apartment on Leverett Road, deliberations on a proposed garage project on Wend Road, and challenges related to the town’s vacant land use clerk position.