- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 3/26/24
- 03/27/2024
- 75 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Belmar Borough Council meeting, the council addressed the community’s concerns about the Ocean Avenue Bridge’s deteriorating condition and the persistent geese problem plaguing local parks. These issues took center stage over other matters.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 3/21/24
- 03/21/2024
- 161 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Dunedin City Commission meeting centered around a notable move to enhance city connectivity through a broadband internet fiber project, with discussions on funding and approval for engineering and design services leading the agenda. The commission approved a contract with McKim Creed Inc. for the engineering and design work of the ARPA broadband internet fiber projects 2, 3, and 4, earmarking $393,100 for the design phase and an overall project budget of $2.6 million. The broadband project aims to provide free public Wi-Fi access in underserved areas, improving security and connectivity throughout the city.
- MA
- Norfolk County
- 3/19/24
- 03/19/2024
- 225 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a financial move, the Brookline Select Board approved the issuance of bonds totaling $24.5 million to fund various town projects, including the renovation of the Pierce School and fire station upgrades. This decision came after the reaffirmation of the town’s AAA credit rating by Moody’s and a review of the town’s fiscal policies to align with the rating agency’s new metrics.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 3/19/24
- 03/21/2024
- 191 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Maynard Select Board meeting, the future of the old fire station at One Summer Street emerged as the focal point of discussions, drawing considerable public input on its potential uses, ranging from an arts space to a commercial property aimed at benefitting the town’s business environment. The debate encapsulated concerns over the impact on the town’s tax base and the desire to preserve the building’s historical significance. Additionally, the board tackled a variety of issues including contractual matters concerning Verizon, the W 4 water treatment plant project, and the status of the 61-63 Summer Street property.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 3/19/24
- 03/20/2024
- 22 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest Lake Como Borough Council meeting, progress was made concerning the construction of a new borough hall. After careful deliberation and an extensive bid evaluation process, the council awarded a contract for architectural services to D’Arari and Iino Architects for the design of the new municipal building. Additionally, the council approved a contract for the demolition of the existing structure at 703 18th Avenue to Greg Lurch Demolition Excavating LLC, paving the way for the new development.