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- Middlesex County
- 11/25/24
- 11/26/2024
- 44 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Acton Select Board meeting, a major topic of discussion was the approval of a motion regarding the acquisition of two properties on Weatherbee Street, with the board voting to appropriate $3.68 million, partially funded by a $500,000 state land grant. The properties will be placed under a conservation restriction, effectively expanding the town’s existing conservation land. This decision came after several years of pursuit by Acton’s Open Space Committee and was met with both support and concerns over the potential impact on housing development.
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- Middlesex County
- 11/18/24
- 11/18/2024
- 205 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Acton Select Board meeting, attention was devoted to proposed changes to the local tax structure and the implications of these changes for property owners and renters. The board also tackled pressing budget challenges, including rising health insurance costs and various capital projects. Additionally, updates on local project funding and community initiatives highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance services and infrastructure in Acton.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 7/22/24
- 07/22/2024
- 170 Minutes
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Overview: The Acton Select Board’s recent meeting was marked by discussions on maintaining political balance within the town’s Board of Registrars, alongside debates on significant local projects and initiatives. The deliberation on the appointment of a new member to the Board of Registrars culminated as the most newsworthy topic, with the board ultimately passing a motion to appoint a Republican to the board and approving additional funding for the Acton Housing Authority’s McManis Manor project.
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- Middlesex County
- 4/29/24
- 04/29/2024
- 258 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Acton Select Board meeting, the most pressing topic discussed was the proposed expansion of private jet facilities at Hanscom Airfield. The meeting brought to light various community and board member concerns regarding the environmental impact, economic implications, and the overall direction of the project. The board debated the content of a draft letter and resolution opposing the expansion, with a variety of public comments adding to the discussion.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 4/12/24
- 04/12/2024
- 96 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Acton Select Board meeting, the board tackled a range of issues including crucial zoning bylaw amendments and a citizens’ petition on gas-powered leaf blowers that proved contentious. The board revisited the Regional School District assessment vote after a member’s recusal, resulting in a 3-1 vote to recommend the article. Discussions on zoning bylaw amendments for multiple districts received unanimous support. The bylaw changes aimed at addressing housing issues in the town and ensuring the protection of historical districts and South Acton Village were also on the agenda. Meanwhile, the citizen-led initiative to regulate the use of leaf blowers stirred debate over the implementation schedule, fines, and enforcement, leading to a split vote by the board.
