Swampscott Select Board Reviews Subdivision Waivers Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Swampscott Select Board recently convened to review preliminary plans for a subdivision on Manson Road, focusing on waiver requests under the subdivision control law. The board evaluated the necessity of these waivers, which included modifications to road width and tree removal, while balancing environmental concerns raised by the public.

Swampscott Select Board Faces Scrutiny Over Transparency and Budgetary Challenges

Overview: The Swampscott Select Board meeting on March 5, 2025, was marked by discussions on transparency issues and pressing financial challenges, with residents expressing concerns about budget allocations and the impact on local schools. Central to the evening’s discourse were allegations of transparency lapses and the intricate details of the town’s budgetary plans, including implications for school funding and community projects.

Swampscott Select Board Faces Decisions on $400,000 UV Pilot Project for Kings Beach

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Swampscott Select Board navigated complex discussions surrounding the proposed $400,000 ultraviolet (UV) pilot project aimed at addressing water quality issues at Kings Beach. The project, which has garnered attention due to its potential to inform a long-term $25 million solution, was a focal point as board members weighed its implications against other pressing financial obligations.

Swampscott Select Board Deliberates on UV Pilot Program Amid Budget and Environmental Concerns

Overview: The recent Swampscott Select Board meeting was dominated by discussions on a proposed ultraviolet (UV) light pilot program aimed at treating stormwater contamination, budgetary constraints involving school funding, and the selection of a new Town Administrator. The board also addressed community preservation and financial policies, with particular focus on the implications of these issues for residents and the town’s future.

Swampscott Select Board Faces Debate Over Special Town Meeting Amid Transparency Concerns

Overview: During the recent Swampscott Select Board meeting, the primary focus was the debate surrounding a citizens’ petition and the potential need for a special town meeting. The board faced divided opinions on whether to address issues related to the VFW Post property at a special meeting or wait until the annual town meeting in May. This discussion was fueled by concerns over transparency and the proper interpretation of the petition’s intentions.