- MA
- Middlesex County
- 6/3/24
- 06/03/2024
- 124 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Chelmsford Select Board meeting, discussions centered around community issues including a $300 to $400 million school project and housing affordability, with the potential use of current town funds over borrowing, highlighting fiscal concerns. The debate over proposed legislation for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) dominated the session, addressing the balance between increased housing options and maintaining local control over community development.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 5/20/24
- 05/20/2024
- 132 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent session, the Chelmsford Select Board addressed a range of issues affecting the community, with discussions on traffic safety measures, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and the allocation of the remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 5/6/24
- 05/06/2024
- 144 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a Chelmsford Select Board meeting, the board tackled issues such as water quality, public welfare, and strategic appointments within the town’s administration. The board approved the appointment of the new Human Resources Director, discussed the formation of a school building committee, and reviewed the town’s water quality management in light of new PFAS findings and upcoming EPA standards.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 4/22/24
- 04/22/2024
- 192 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent session, Chelmsford Select Board approved new all alcoholic beverages licenses for both a boutique liquor store and a Korean barbecue restaurant, signaling growth in the town’s business landscape. Additionally, the meeting delved into the potential modifications of a development agreement that could impact the town’s compliance with state regulations, amidst a backdrop of discussions on the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, town meeting articles, and updates on various town projects and budgets.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 4/8/24
- 04/08/2024
- 179 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Select Board meeting, the most newsworthy topic centered on the proposed development project on Riverneck Road. This project sparked debate and public interest due to its inclusion of both ownership and rental units, the latter of which would have a percentage designated as affordable housing. The proposal outlined six single-family homes and 17 rental units, with two units marked as affordable in perpetuity. Various aspects of the project, from the number of bedrooms to the impact on local services, were scrutinized.