Shutesbury Select Board Approves Site Plan for Accessory Apartment Amid Discussions on Zoning and Land Use

Overview: During the recent Shutesbury Select Board meeting, discussions included the approval of a site plan for an accessory apartment on Leverett Road, deliberations on a proposed garage project on Wend Road, and challenges related to the town’s vacant land use clerk position.

Brick School Board Unveils Initiatives to Combat Bullying and Enhance Student Achievement

Overview: The Brick Township Board of Education meeting featured discussions on combating harassment, intimidation, and bullying, as well as notable improvements in student achievement in English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics.

Beach Haven Council Faces Rising Costs for Hurricane Project, Discusses Delivery Safety Concerns

Overview: The Beach Haven Borough Council convened on August 29 to address several issues, including a substantial increase in municipal cost share for a hurricane and storm reduction project, ongoing delivery and loading problems on Center Street, and efforts to enhance safety and procedural clarity within the borough.

Amherst Zoning Board Approves Safe Harbor Provision Amid Affordable Housing Development Discussions

Overview: The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals approved invoking the Safe Harbor provision during a meeting focused on affordable housing projects on East Street and Belchertown Road.

Amherst Committee Backs Universal Curbside Composting Amid Waste Management Overhaul

Overview: The Amherst Town Services and Outreach Committee held a comprehensive meeting to discuss the implementation of a universal curbside composting program and the future of the town’s waste management system, resulting in significant support for moving towards mandatory composting while addressing related logistical concerns.