- MA
- Middlesex County
- 7/9/25
- 07/09/2025
- 219 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Chelmsford Planning Board meeting on July 9th was dominated by discussions on traffic management and zoning changes, particularly concerning the proposed development of the Chumsford Mall property. Residents raised concerns about the potential impact on traffic and neighborhood safety, as the board considered various proposals for new fast-casual restaurants and zoning amendments intended to align land use with community needs.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 7/9/25
- 07/09/2025
- 62 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Hopkinton Select Board meeting, a proposal by Custom Nest Builders Incorporated to rebuild a single-family home on a fire-damaged, non-conforming lot on Haywood Street was denied a variance. The board’s decision was heavily influenced by zoning laws and the specifics of the property size and configuration, despite community support for redevelopment.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 7/9/25
- 07/09/2025
- 129 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Reading Conservation Commission meeting saw intense deliberations on multiple environmental topics, with tree removal requests and site visit scheduling at the forefront.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 7/9/25
- 07/10/2025
- 74 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Littleton Historical Commission meeting addressed the issues surrounding historic property preservation, homeowner obligations, and insurance challenges faced by owners of historic homes. The board’s discussions emphasized the need for clear communication of preservation agreements, the implications of historic status on insurance, and strategies for community engagement and support for maintaining Littleton’s historical assets.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 7/9/25
- 214 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the Natick Select Board meeting on July 9th, the board approved an $18,555,000 municipal bond sale to Fidelity Capital Markets, while also addressing concerns over water bill discrepancies reported by residents. The board deliberated on a variety of topics, including the use of opioid abatement funds, tax policy considerations, and crosswalk safety measures.