Glen Ridge Borough Council Tackles Stormwater Management and Adopts New Tree Removal Ordinance

Overview: The Glen Ridge Borough Council meeting featured discussions on stormwater infrastructure upgrades, adoption of new ordinances for tree removal and salt storage, and several resolutions on community projects.

Fair Haven Borough Council Discusses New Tree Preservation Ordinance and E-Bike Regulations

Overview: The Fair Haven Borough Council meeting on September 12th featured discussions on a proposed tree preservation ordinance and the introduction of new regulations for e-bikes and e-scooters. These topics were highlighted due to their implications for environmental sustainability and public safety within the community.

Shutesbury Planning Board Deliberates on Zoning Bylaws and Clean Energy Legislation

Overview: The Shutesbury Planning Board meeting covered a range of topics, including the review of zoning bylaws, the status of clean energy legislation, and the endorsement of an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for property development.

Janesville City Council Approves $2.5 Million Equipment Bond for Power Plant Upgrades

Overview: The Janesville City Council held a comprehensive meeting addressing numerous community issues, most notably approving a $2.5 million equipment bond for improvements at the power plant. The bond, which will be funded through electricity revenue rather than tax funds, aims to enhance the plant’s efficiency and reliability.

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.