Milton Select Board Confronts Land Use and Alcohol Policies in Lively Meeting

Overview: In a recent Milton Select Board meeting, the primary focus was the proposal to extend the reverter clause related to a land swap for the Lambwoods property, sparking discussion over its legality and implications. The meeting also addressed proposed changes to alcohol policies at public events, reflecting community interest and divergent opinions.

Brookline’s Advisory Committee Debates Warrant Article on President’s Fitness and Launches Pilot Shuttle Program

Overview: The Brookline Advisory Committee meeting on October 28th was marked by a debate over a resolution concerning the 25th Amendment and President Trump’s fitness for office, alongside discussions on a new pilot transportation program for teens and seniors. The warrant article debate focused on revising a symbolic resolution expressing concern over presidential leadership, while the transportation program introduced an electric shuttle van to improve community mobility.

Brookline Select Board Examines License Plate Reader Proposal Amid Privacy Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Brookline Select Board scrutinized the proposed implementation of Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs) by Flock, a private company, in collaboration with Chestnut Hill Realty. The discussion revealed concerns regarding privacy, potential data misuse, and the implications for civil liberties. Community members and board participants voiced apprehensions about data sharing with federal agencies such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the broader societal impacts of adopting surveillance technology.

Milton Select Board Meeting Sparks Debate on Future of Master Plan Implementation Committee

Overview: The Milton Select Board meeting, held in October 2025, saw discussions regarding the future of the town’s Master Plan Implementation Committee (EMPIC), focusing on whether it should be extended or replaced.

Milton Select Board Advances Wharf Park Renovation with Unanimous Support and Reviews Key Town Articles

Overview: The Milton Select Board meeting on October 27, 2025, saw progress in the Wharf Park renovation project as the board unanimously approved a letter of support necessary for funding applications. The meeting also addressed town warrant articles, including those related to greenhouse gas emissions and alcohol regulations.