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- MA
- Suffolk County
- 6/25/25
- 06/25/2025
- 316 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston City Council meeting spotlighted the impactful work of the Hyde Square Task Force in addressing grocery pricing disparities in Boston’s neighborhoods. Their advocacy, which highlighted significant price differences between neighborhoods like Jackson Square and wealthier areas such as Dedham, successfully garnered attention from political figures including Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey, and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley. The Task Force’s efforts led to a reduction in grocery prices in lower-income areas. Task Force member Danny Vargas shared the group’s journey from conducting surveys to affecting real change, committing to continue their fight for pricing equity across other low-income neighborhoods.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 6/25/25
- 06/25/2025
- 144 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Reading Conservation Commission meeting focused on the approval of a pilot program for the Montasauri Malbury Forest Monastery School, while also addressing environmental concerns related to its proposed use of the Mata Cabin for educational purposes. The commission unanimously endorsed the initiative, emphasizing the educational benefits of outdoor learning and its alignment with conservation goals.
- MA
- Franklin County
- 6/25/25
- 06/27/2025
- 31 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Deerfield Select Board, during its hybrid meeting on June 25, 2025, approved the installation of new utility poles by Eversource and Verizon and celebrated the 110th birthday of Deerfield’s oldest resident, Stella Connor. The board also discussed various administrative updates and approved several motions concerning town projects and personnel policies.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 6/25/25
- 06/25/2025
- 26 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals recently convened to deliberate on variance applications, with attention given to a proposal for a driveway construction on Warren Street.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 6/25/25
- 06/26/2025
- 96 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The recent Ayer-Shirley Regional School Committee meeting focused on discussions regarding a hospital’s tax appeal and the financial challenges of a significant affordable housing project. These issues reflect the ongoing complexities faced by the community in balancing fiscal responsibilities and housing needs.