Westport Select Board Approves Liquor License for Packu Inc. Amidst Community Support and Regulatory Concerns

Overview: On September 23, 2024, the Westport Select Board held a meeting that tackled a variety of community issues, including the approval of a liquor license for Packu Inc. and the establishment of an offshore wind committee. The meeting began with the somber acknowledgment of the deaths of two notable community members, Gary Mock and Thomas Hancock, before transitioning to more pressing administrative matters.

Westport Select Board Unanimously Approves $220,100 Contract Amendment for Route 6 Project

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Westport Select Board, a significant contract amendment was unanimously approved for $220,100 to Klein Felder Northeast Inc. , the design engineers overseeing ongoing projects along Route 6. This amendment is part of a larger $4 million grant-funded initiative aimed at infrastructure improvements, including inspections and change orders. The funding for this amendment has already been appropriated.

Westport Select Board Approves Licenses and Discusses Long-term Financial Obligations and Cannabis Dispensary Proposal

Overview: The Westport Select Board meeting on October 4, 2023, covered a wide range of topics, including the approval of new business licenses, long-term financial obligations, and a proposal for a new adult-use cannabis dispensary. Key discussions also revolved around infrastructure projects, the Council on Aging’s growing needs, and the potential redevelopment of the old high school building.

Westport Select Board Approves New Oyster Regulations Amid Growing Concerns Over Shellfish Sustainability

Overview: The Westport Select Board meeting saw developments, including the approval of new oyster regulations, discussions on forming an offshore wind advisory committee, and debates over municipal building usage and infrastructure projects.

Westport Select Board Tackles School Building and Water Billing Issues

Overview: In a recent Westport Select Board meeting, members engaged in a discussion about the future use and insurance implications of the old high school building, alongside negotiations with Fall River over water billing discrepancies. These topics took precedence in the meeting due to their financial impact and urgency.