Brookline Select Board Approves New Sustainability Division and Grant

Overview: The Brookline Select Board’s recent meeting was marked by the approval of a substantial grant to establish a new Sustainability and Natural Resources Division within the Department of Public Works. Additionally, the meeting covered a range of topics, including the highest town election voter turnout in 25 years, concerns over the proposed records retention policy, and the presentation of community survey findings on race and policy.

Blandford Board Tackles Highway Exit Referendum and Town Appointments

Overview: The Blandford Select Board convened to deliberate on a series of matters affecting the local community. Among the issues discussed were the potential inclusion of a referendum question regarding a highway exit on a future ballot, the search for a new Town Administrator, and the announcement of multiple town appointments and resignations.

Allendale Adopts Budget, Highlights Community Progress

Overview: The Allendale Borough Council meeting focused on the adoption of the municipal budget for 2024, which was underscored as the most crucial agenda item for its impact on the town’s financial health and the residents’ tax obligations. The finance committee took center stage with its announcement that the tax increase would be kept below 1%, despite the challenges posed by economic conditions and the need for investments in public services.

Bradley Beach Council Nominates New Police Chief, Debates Budget

Overview: In a recent Bradley Beach Borough Council meeting, the council approved the resolution to nominate Captain James Arnold for the position of Chief of Police, following discussions on the town’s budget, maintenance of Main Street’s trees, and the possibility of changing the borough’s form of government.

Yarmouth Select Board Approves Special Licenses for Pirate Festival

Overview: The Yarmouth Select Board recently held a meeting that included discussions on several community topics, of which the approval of special licenses for the Cape Cod Pirate Festival at Joshua Sears Memorial Field stood out. The festival, which is anticipated to attract 1,500 to 2,000 visitors daily over four days in June, received a special all-alcohol license and a special entertainment license. The festival’s offerings will include live entertainment, children’s activities, and a partnership with the Cape Cod Maritime Museum. Concerns about parking and noise levels were addressed, with the event organizer assuring directed parking to Bridgewater School’s field and the plan to relocate back to the drive-in site in the future.