Acton Select Board Proposes New Zoning to Advance Open Space and Affordable Housing

Overview: The Acton Select Board discussed article 31, which aims to amend zoning laws to prioritize open space preservation while encouraging smaller and affordable housing development. The proposed changes would make open space residential development the default method for new subdivisions, requiring land conservation as part of the development process.

Acton Select Board Advances $38 Million Public Works Facility Project with Eco-Friendly Design

Overview: In a recent Acton Select Board meeting, the board discussed a significant proposal to construct a new public works facility. The project, estimated at $38 million, aims to replace the outdated 1969 building with a modern structure that includes environmentally responsible features, such as a ground source heat pump system. This proposal requires voter approval through a debt exclusion override and a subsequent two-thirds majority at town meeting.

Acton Select Board Grapples with $43 Million DPW Project Amidst Financial Concerns

Overview: In a recent Acton Select Board meeting, discussions focused on the proposal for a $43 million project to improve the Department of Public Works (DPW) building. The meeting revealed significant divides between the Select Board and the Finance Committee over the project’s scope, timing, and financial feasibility, highlighting broader concerns about municipal spending and community priorities.

Acton Select Board Eyes $3.75 Million Town Hall Electrification Amid Growing Infrastructure Needs

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Acton Select Board explored infrastructure upgrades, focusing on a $3.75 million budget proposal for the electrification of the Town Hall. This initiative is part of a broader conversation about addressing the aging building’s HVAC and electrical systems, which have not seen upgrades since the late 1980s. The meeting also highlighted various community programs, budget allocations, and departmental accomplishments.

Acton Select Board Explores Fire Department Staffing and Budgetary Strategies

Overview: The recent Acton Select Board meeting was heavily focused on the challenges faced by the town’s fire department, including staffing shortages and budget constraints. Key discussions centered around the need for additional firefighter paramedics, the current staffing levels in relation to National Fire Protection Association standards, and strategies to manage overtime costs efficiently. The meeting also covered budgetary reorganizations across various departments, the town’s participation in the Middlesex County Retirement System, and updates on significant projects like Kelly’s Corner.