Old Bridge Township Planning Board Denies Subdivision Proposal Amid Wetland Concerns

Overview: The Old Bridge Township Planning Board recently held a meeting where discussions unfolded regarding a proposed development project. The board ultimately voted to deny preliminary approval for the subdivision, primarily due to concerns over wetland designation, drainage issues, and resident objections. The decision came after extensive deliberations and public input.

Milton Select Board Addresses Blue Hills Parkway Redesign Amidst Community Engagement and Safety Concerns

Overview: The Milton Select Board meeting focused heavily on the ongoing Blue Hills Parkway redesign project, emphasizing community engagement and safety enhancements. Representatives from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) and the Neponset River Watershed Association plans to improve walking, biking, and rolling routes from the Neponset River Greenway to the Blue Hills Reservation.

Natick Residents Oppose Proposed Car Wash Over Traffic and Noise Concerns

Overview: In a recent Natick Planning Board meeting, residents vehemently opposed a proposed car wash project on Worcester Street, citing potential problems with traffic, noise, and community disruption. The meeting focused on multiple development projects, but the car wash proposal garnered the most attention due to its potential impact on nearby residential areas.

Nisswa Public Works Examines Intersection Redesign and Committee Restructuring

Overview: The recent Nisswa Public Works meeting focused on the redesign of a critical downtown intersection and discussed possible changes to the structure of the public works committee. The meeting included plans for improving traffic flow and pedestrian safety at the intersection of City Hall Street and Church Street, coupled with considerations for increasing public engagement in committee operations.

Pompton Lakes Council Advances Affordable Housing Plans Amidst Concerns Over State Mandates

Overview: The Pompton Lakes Borough Council meeting on February 25, 2026, addressed a range of issues, with a primary focus on state-mandated affordable housing obligations. The council introduced a redevelopment ordinance for the former A&P site, now known as the Lidl site, which could potentially accommodate affordable housing developments. This move is part of a strategy to comply with state requirements and avoid potential “builder’s remedy lawsuits,” which could force the borough to accept high-density housing projects without local control.