Swampscott Board Delays Decision on Contested Spray Booth Amid Environmental and Zoning Concerns

Overview: In a lengthy meeting, the Swampscott Select Board and Zoning Board of Appeals grappled with a proposal to install a spray booth at Lai’s Garage on Essex Street. The discussion focused on the implications for zoning regulations and environmental health, highlighting community concerns over potential pollution and the historical use of the property.

Swampscott Select Board Tackles Clark School’s Future and Community Space Concerns

Overview: The Swampscott Select Board meeting primarily focused on the future use of the Clark School as a community hub and the definition of community space in a proposed development project. Discussions included leveraging the Clark School for local programs, managing associated operational costs, and ensuring that community space fulfills residents’ expectations.

Swampscott Select Board Grapples with Traffic Safety, Landscaping, and Peer Review for Veterans Crossing Project

Overview: The Swampscott Select Board recently convened to address several issues concerning the proposed Veterans Crossing development, with the meeting centered on traffic safety, landscaping concerns, and the necessity of a peer review process. As the project continues to evolve, the board and community members expressed varied concerns, necessitating discussions and proposed modifications to the plans.

Swampscott Select Board Meeting Focuses on Project Delays and Address Confusion

Overview: The recent Swampscott Select Board meeting on October 20, 2025, primarily tackled issues surrounding project delays and address discrepancies, alongside discussions on local developments and renovations. Key topics included the postponement of a site plan special permit hearing due to an address mix-up, project timeline extensions, and updates on a major hotel renovation project.

Swampscott Select Board Grapples with Entertainment License Amid Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Swampscott Select Board, discussions were dominated by a proposed amendment to the entertainment license for G Bar and Kitchen, sparking community concerns about noise levels and neighborhood impact. The board deliberated over various issues, from the financial department’s restructuring to the potential use of the Clark School for recreational purposes, but it was the proposed entertainment license that drew the most attention.