Milton Select Board Approves Traffic Restrictions, Discusses Senior Tax Program and Energy Savings

Overview: The Milton Select Board meeting addressed important traffic management implementations, adjustments to the senior tax workoff program, and a new net metering credit agreement intended to reduce town energy costs. The board unanimously supported a motion for new traffic restrictions, aimed at improving road safety, which will be revisited by June 1.

Lunenburg Select Board Urges State for More Local Aid Amid Funding Challenges

Overview: During the recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting, members focused on pressing local funding issues, particularly the need for increased state aid in light of financial pressures faced by the town. They drafted a letter to Governor Maura Healey, urging for more support in the fiscal year 2027 budget. The letter highlighted the strain on public safety services following the closure of the Neshoba Valley Medical Center, emphasizing that emergency medical services were experiencing longer transport times and increased operational demands. Additionally, the board pointed out that municipalities like Lunenburg only receive about 26% of revenue from state aid, a figure that falls short of the national average of 31%. This discrepancy has led to financial strain, further complicated by stagnant Chapter 90 funding for infrastructure and rising healthcare and student transportation costs.

Pasco County Council Faces Historic Dispute Over Naturist Park’s Camping Rights

Overview: In a notable meeting of the Pasco County Council on December 9, 2025, attention was given to the long-standing dispute over the Naturist Religious Society’s camping operations.

Byron City Council Approves Fire Department and First Responders Merger, Enhancing Pension Access

Overview: The Byron City Council meeting on December 9 focused on several issues, with the most significant being the approval of a merger between the fire department and first responders, facilitating pension access for first responders under the fire relief umbrella. This decision aligns with the council’s ongoing efforts to support the city’s emergency services and enhance benefits for its personnel. Additionally, the council addressed various resolutions, nuisance abatement issues, solar projects, and updates on community events and school district matters.

Westport Conservation Commission Raises Concerns Over Timing and Community Impact of Eversource Energy Project.

Overview: The Westport Conservation Commission meeting focused on various issues, with attention given to Eversource’s proposed distributed energy project involving duct bank installation along Hicksbridge Road. Concerns were raised about the project’s timeline, slated to begin in February 2026, which could impact local fishing activities and businesses during the busy summer months. Suggestions for Eversource to maintain a regularly updated website to inform the public of weekly work plans were made, though such updates were not mandated as part of the project approval. The project, aimed at upgrading systems for improved solar energy integration, was approved with conditions concerning erosion control and dewatering.