Newbury Select Board Examines Public Records Law to Ensure Compliance and Transparency

Overview: The Newbury Select Board recently convened to review the complexities of public records law. The session highlighted the importance of understanding what qualifies as public records, the responsibilities of records access officers, and the legal implications for the town and its officials in managing these requests.

Newbury Select Board Faces Community Concerns Over Construction Projects on Plum Island

Overview: At the recent Newbury Select Board meeting, discussions focused on several construction proposals on Plum Island, each sparking considerable community engagement. Notable among these were the special permit requests for modifications to existing residential properties and debates over lot reconfigurations, which highlighted concerns from neighboring residents regarding potential impacts on local views, parking, and neighborhood character.

Newbury Select Board Discusses Hazard Mitigation Plan Amidst Grant Funding Uncertainty

Overview: The Newbury Select Board’s recent meeting primarily focused on the review and potential adoption of the Hazard Mitigation Plan, a critical document for reducing risks related to natural disasters, alongside discussions about liquor licenses, ongoing town projects, and financial allocations.

Newbury Select Board Decides on Uniform Tax Rate Amid Fiscal Year 2025 Deliberations

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Newbury Select Board addressed several issues, including a tax classification hearing for the fiscal year 2025, municipal electricity aggregation, and various community initiatives. The board ultimately decided to retain a uniform tax rate, maintaining a residential factor of one, as recommended by the Board of Assessors, amidst discussions of minor fiscal adjustments and strategic community developments.

Newbury Select Board Tackles Complex Zoning Variances for Plum Island Properties

Overview: During the recent Newbury Select Board meeting, attention was given to a proposal involving two properties, Lot 11 and Lot 15 on Sunset Drive, as the board grappled with complex zoning issues. The proposal aims to reconfigure the property lines between these lots to resolve access issues and align them with zoning requirements. However, the changes raised concerns among local residents and board members about environmental impacts and neighborhood character.