Milton Explores Historic District Amid Broader Town Planning and Funding Discussions

Overview: The Milton Select Board meeting centered on discussions involving the proposed Milton Village Local Historic District, potential acquisition of Laboratory College, and considerations for water main improvements funded by state aid. Key issues included the preservation of historical sites, the strategic management of town resources, and ensuring community involvement in future developments.

Revere School Committee Discusses Superintendent Retirement, $75,000 Arts Grant, and School Polling Concerns

Overview: In a robust meeting of the Revere School Committee, the upcoming retirement of Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly was highlighted, with discussions centering on her contributions to the district, a significant grant for the fine arts department, and the ongoing debate over using school facilities as polling places.

Yarmouth Select Board Balances Community Interests in Irish Village Entertainment License Decision

Overview: During the recent Yarmouth Select Board meeting, the focus was on balancing community interests with business needs as the board approved a liquor license and new entertainment restrictions for the Irish Village. The board unanimously supported the transfer of the annual all-alcohol on-premises hotel liquor license from SNH Hotel Yarmouth LLC to Cape Aiden Inc., which operates the Irish Village. The approval came with specific restrictions on outdoor music, limiting it to non-amplified performances from 1 PM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday, and 1 PM to 8 PM on Sundays, while allowing indoor music until 12:30 AM daily.

Gardner City Council Approves Telecommunication Tower Permit with Strict Conditions

Overview: In a recent Gardner City Council meeting, approval was granted for a special permit to construct a telecommunication tower, contingent upon strict financial and insurance conditions. The Council also discussed a variance request related to the tower’s fall zone.

Norton Planning Board Debates Property Assessments and Commercial Abatements Amid Privacy Concerns

Overview: At the recent Norton Planning Board meeting, discussions were dominated by two major issues: the privacy concerns surrounding property assessments and the debate over commercial property abatements. Board members and residents expressed differing views on assessors’ rights to enter properties uninvited and the implications of denying such access. The meeting also delved into the financial and strategic considerations of handling commercial abatement requests, ultimately moving discussions to a closed executive session.