Kingston Board of Selectmen Faces Challenges in Grant Allocations, Venue Confirmations, and Administrative Delays

Overview: During the Kingston Board of Selectmen’s recent meeting, significant challenges emerged in the allocation of grant funds, primarily due to incomplete applications and a lack of confirmed venues. With a total of $11,376 available for distribution, the board sought to judiciously allocate these resources, but faced difficulties due to the disorganization and incomplete submissions from applicants.

Halifax Planning Board Faces Scrutiny Over Missing Executive Session Minutes

Overview: The Halifax Planning Board meeting held on April 3, 2025, was marked by discussions about missing minutes from an executive session on February 2, 2023, which have drawn attention from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office. The board acknowledged the complaints from Alan Diaz and admitted that no minutes existed for that particular meeting, raising compliance concerns with open meeting laws.

Kingston Board of Selectmen Grapple with Grant Allocation Amidst Venue Challenges and Administrative Hurdles

Overview: During the Kingston Board of Selectmen meeting on April 3, 2025, the main focus centered on the allocation of approximately $11,376 in community grants, with discussions highlighting the challenges of securing venues and meeting documentation requirements for proposed events. The board carefully considered each application.

Kingston Zoning Board Delays Decision on Deck Variance Due to Classification Dispute

Overview: During the Kingston Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on April 2, 2025, a decision on a variance request by Mark Moore for a deck on Holland Lane was postponed. The board and Moore debated whether the application was correctly categorized, as the deck would increase the non-conformity of the property, which is a corner lot.

Lakeville Board of Health Denies Tight Tank Variance for a property on Ash Street Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Lakeville Board of Health addressed several issues, including the denial of a tight tank variance for a property on Ash Street and deliberations on updated service fees. The Board also managed routine matters like septic system upgrades and approved a Betterment loan.