Mount Greylock Regional School Committee Discusses Math Curriculum Overhaul Amid Budget Constraints

Overview: The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee recently held a meeting where the primary focus was on the implementation of a new math curriculum, I Ready, which aims to address longstanding concerns surrounding math instruction in the district. The meeting also addressed the challenges posed by budget constraints and the necessity of strategic financial planning for the district’s future.

Amherst Finance Committee Weighs Staffing, Funding Needs for Crest and Fire Department

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Amherst Finance Committee addressed staffing and funding challenges facing the town’s Community Responders for Equity, Safety, and Service (Crest) and the Fire Department.

Lakeville Planning Board Proposes Amendment to Regulate Data Centers

Overview: The Lakeville Planning Board has proposed an amendment to the zoning bylaw to define and regulate data centers as a distinct land use.

Milton Select Board Discusses Zoning Revisions, Short-Term Rentals, and Housing Initiatives

Overview: During the recent Milton Select Board meeting, discussions were dominated by the potential impact of zoning changes, the regulation of short-term rentals, and the advancement of housing initiatives. The board engaged deeply in conversations about how these issues could affect the town’s development and community dynamics.

Lakeville Planning Board Discusses New Data Center Regulations Amidst Public Concerns

Overview: The Lakeville Planning Board meeting on Wednesday was dominated by discussions on the potential development of data centers within the town’s industrial district and amendments to zoning bylaws. The board also approved a construction plan for warehouse expansion and dealt with administrative updates on stormwater management and open space residential development.