Stewartville City Council Approves Land Purchase for Future Development Opportunities

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Stewartville City Council unanimously approved the purchase of 92 acres from the Beach Farms family trust for $790,000, with a structured payment plan over five years. This land acquisition, which includes mining rights, is intended to facilitate various future city needs, such as a snow removal site and public works facilities, and offers potential revenue from agricultural and mining leases.

Oakdale City Council Approves Tax Increment Financing District Amendments to Boost Development

Overview: At the recent Oakdale City Council meeting, the council approved amendments to the spending plans of two Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts, allowing for the extension of tax revenues to be used for development projects until 2027. This decision aims to facilitate projects that would not be possible without the TIF revenues, following legislative changes in 2025. The council held a public hearing to discuss these amendments, and no public comments were made. The amendments will enable the city to allocate tax increment revenues to support eligible project costs, promoting local development efforts.

Hatfield Select Board Discusses Special Town Meeting and Modernization of Bylaws

Overview: The Hatfield Select Board meeting focused on preparations for the upcoming special town meeting and the modernization of the town’s bylaws. Key discussions included budget reallocations to address a deficit, the need for bylaw reformatting, and the potential benefits of the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE) program.

Lunenburg Select Board Adopts Single Tax Rate Amidst Concerns Over Commercial Valuation

Overview: During the recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting, the most significant decision revolved around the adoption of a single tax rate for fiscal year 2026. The board approved a tax levy projected at $35,819,996. Despite discussions about potential split tax rates and their implications, the board ultimately decided against such a shift due to concerns over the town’s commercial property base, which remains under 10% of total valuation.

Titusville Council Faces Flooding Concerns and Approves Environmental Commission Meetings

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Titusville City Council tackled issues affecting the community, ranging from concerns about flooding and environmental sustainability to strategic planning for economic development. Significant discussions were held on the impact of development on local flooding, leading to the approval of increased meetings for the Titusville Environmental Commission to address these pressing environmental issues.