- NJ
- Somerset County
- 9/30/24
- 10/01/2024
- 90 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Franklin Township Environmental Commission meeting focused on a new composting initiative aimed at managing food waste, with discussions highlighting its potential benefits and challenges. This initiative caught attention as members debated its implementation logistics, outreach strategies, and sustainability within the community frameworks. The program, proposed by Taurus, a nonprofit organization, intends to expand food composting services in Central Jersey.
- NJ
- Burlington County
- 9/26/24
- 09/26/2024
- 35 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Maple Shade Town Council meeting saw the introduction and unanimous approval of two ordinances related to sanitary sewer easements, alongside discussions on recycling performance, infrastructure projects, and upcoming community events.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 9/26/24
- 09/27/2024
- 164 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Granby Select Board meeting saw discussions about a gravel permit application by LJ Development LLC, with residents voicing concerns about environmental impacts, traffic congestion, and noise pollution.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 9/26/24
- 09/27/2024
- 48 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, held remotely, concentrated primarily on reviewing the proposed 47-unit mixed-income rental housing project on Belter Town Road, examining its stormwater management plans, and discussing the need for additional laundry facilities. The board also looked ahead to future discussions on lighting, property management, and income restrictions, with a focus on the upcoming October 10 meeting.
- NJ
- Union County
- 9/26/24
- 09/26/2024
- 12 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Union County Planning Board, during its recent meeting, adopted several ordinances related to land use, stormwater management, and solar-ready warehouses to align with updated state regulations and best practices.