Hatfield Planning Board Grapples with Battery Energy Storage System Regulations Amidst EPA Deadlines

Overview: The Hatfield Planning Board meeting on January 7, 2026, addressed regulatory updates concerning stormwater management and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Under a pressing deadline from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the board discussed compliance with stormwater regulations and the development of a zoning framework for BESS.

Swampscott Select Board Tackles Staffing, Solid Waste, and Affordable Housing in Lengthy Meeting

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Swampscott Select Board made strides in addressing staffing within town government, updating solid waste management strategies, and progressing an affordable housing project. Among the topics discussed were the appointments of a new finance director and town clerk, the potential transition to automated waste collection systems, and developments in a local housing project.

Nutley Rent Leveling Board Faces Challenges with Legal Notices and Affordable Housing

Overview: The Nutley Rent Leveling Board meeting addressed several issues, focusing on the challenges of managing legal notices, the complexities surrounding affordable housing, and the implications of large development projects on local residents.

Natick Select Board Approves Water Bill Abatements Amid Resident Concerns and Financial Forecasts

Overview: The Natick Select Board meeting addressed issues, including approving water bill abatements for residents experiencing unusually high charges, tackling the complexities of water billing disputes, and discussing the town’s escalating capital expenditures amidst rising costs. The board also considered sewer infrastructure improvements and community enhancements.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board Approves New Salon Suites Amid Parking Concerns and Variance Requests

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board, a use variance was granted for the conversion of part of a property on Route 10 into personal service suites, allowing independent beauty professionals to operate within the space. This decision, which included discussions about parking logistics and compliance with zoning regulations, was among several applications considered, highlighting the board’s ongoing efforts to manage development within the township.