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- MA
- Norfolk County
- 5/19/25
- 05/21/2025
- 224 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Brookline Advisory Committee meeting on May 19, 2025, saw discussions around the budget amendments and zoning bylaw proposals, with a particular focus on maintaining in-house solid waste collection services. The committee voted unanimously to approve budget amendments that included reallocating funds to restore in-house sanitation services, countering prior moves towards privatization. Additionally, members deliberated on the complexities of warrant articles concerning zoning laws and disability accommodations, ultimately recommending that the matter be referred back to the select board for further refinement.
- MA
- Barnstable County
- 5/19/25
- 05/19/2025
- 52 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the May 19th, 2025, meeting of the Yarmouth Board of Health, the board scrutinized Eversource’s 2025 operational plan for vegetation management along electric right-of-ways in Yarmouth. The plan, which integrates herbicide application with mechanical cutting and mowing, sparked concerns regarding wildlife protection and herbicide timing. Especially troubling was Eversource’s failure to respond to the board’s previous communication about these issues. Hazardous waste inspector Carl Lawson highlighted the lack of feedback from Eversource, despite the board having sent two comment letters last year. The board is poised to reiterate these concerns in their 2025 draft letter, emphasizing their scientific credentials to solicit a more serious response from Eversource.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/19/25
- 05/20/2025
- 117 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Fall River Community Preservation Committee’s recent meeting addressed several issues, notably the financial challenges hindering the completion of significant projects such as the Kennedy Park Overlook and the Mount Hope Greenway. The committee also grappled with the need for increased public engagement and effective strategies to ensure projects are “shovel ready” for potential funding opportunities.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 5/19/25
- 05/19/2025
- 138 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Longmeadow Select Board meeting was notable for addressing serious allegations against a town official, reviewing the town’s financial health, and evaluating future water and sewer rate adjustments. The session also included discussions on local governance and community engagement initiatives.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 5/19/25
- 05/19/2025
- 90 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent meeting of the Reading Council on Aging, members deliberated on various issues, including the need for more Knox boxes for older adults, the design and operation of a new senior center, and the introduction of fees for senior services.
