Whately Select Board Grapples with Cannabis Bylaw Compliance and Infrastructure Plans

Overview: In its recent meeting, the Whately Select Board navigated several issues, prominently focusing on the town’s urgent need to comply with the Cannabis Control Commission’s equity bylaw requirements. The board also deliberated on infrastructure projects, including the installation of electric vehicle chargers and the planning of a special town meeting to address bylaw amendments and budgetary adjustments.

Greenfield City Council Moves Forward with Land Donations for Conservation

Overview: In the recent Greenfield City Council meeting, members approved two motions to accept land donations for conservation purposes, designating the areas as the Kantaly and Ki Galy Conservation Areas. These newly acquired parcels, donated by Randall M. Golly, Shirley Young, Richard H. East, and Gloria J. East, will be managed by the Greenfield Conservation Commission.

Greenfield City Council Accepts Land Donations for Conservation, Discusses Sale of Narrow City-Owned Parcel

Overview: At a recent Greenfield City Council meeting, members approved the donation of multiple land parcels for conservation purposes, while also considering the sale of a city-owned, narrowly shaped property. The land donations from Randall M. Golly and Shirley Young, as well as from Richard H. and Gloria J. East, were accepted to expand the Greenfield Conservation Commission’s holdings, while a potential sale of a sliver of land on Monagu City Road was discussed.

Shutesbury Select Board Grapples with Open Meeting Law Complaint and Data Center Regulations

Overview: The Shutesbury Select Board meeting on August 12th was marked by discussions on a recent open meeting law complaint, proposed data center regulations, personnel changes, and other community matters.

Sunderland Select Board Grapples with Senior Center Funding and Licensing Regulations

Overview: The Sunderland Select Board meeting focused on financial considerations, including funding for the South County Senior Center and new legislation from the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission regarding alcoholic beverage licenses. Discussions revealed concerns about budget allocations, renovation costs, and the implications of automatic full liquor licenses for existing wine and malt beverage license holders.