Southampton Debates Public Safety Complex as Community Voices Concerns and Suggestions

Overview: The Southampton Select Board meeting on October 28th centered on the ongoing deliberations over a proposed public safety complex, with passionate input from both committee members and residents.

Granby Planning Board Approves Renovation Plans for West Street School with Special Conditions

Overview: At the October 28th Granby Planning Board meeting, members approved a site plan for the renovation of the former West Street School on West State Street, which is set to become a central hub for municipal activities. The project, reviewed under sections 6.3 and 4.4 of Granby’s zoning bylaws concerning site plan approval and the mixed-use development overlay district, was approved with the condition that screening is required on the east side entrance if town equipment remains parked in the area.

Amherst Committee Considers New Bylaw for Public Urination and Defecation, Aims to Protect Quality of Life

Overview: At a recent meeting of the Amherst Governance Organization and Legislation Committee, discussions focused on a proposed bylaw addressing public urination and defecation, a new public ways policy, and the setting of goals for the upcoming year. These discussions were deemed critical given their potential impact on community quality of life, public policy, and governance procedures.

Amherst Cultural Council Grapples with Efficient Grant Proposal Scoring Amid Financial Uncertainties

Overview: The Amherst Cultural Council’s recent meeting focused on streamlining the grant proposal scoring process using a master Excel spreadsheet system and addressing financial uncertainties due to a backlog in paperwork caused by a former comptroller’s departure. The council’s discussions revolved around these issues.

Amherst Zoning Board Evaluates Solar Array Proposal Amid Other Key Deliberations

Overview: The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals tackled several significant agenda items during a recent meeting, focusing primarily on the continuation of a special permit application for a solar array on East Pleasant Street. The board also discussed procedural issues for a property on High Street and approved a conversion proposal for a residential structure, alongside other administrative matters.