Littleton Community Preservation Committee Tackles Funding Challenges for New Sports Projects

Overview: The Littleton Community Preservation Committee meeting on October 16, 2023, was dominated by discussions about funding and planning for new sports facilities, including tennis and pickleball courts at the middle school, as well as the rehabilitation of the Wickham baseball field. The committee grappled with the financial complexities of these projects, which aim to enhance local athletic infrastructure and meet the growing demands of youth sports in the community.

Deerfield Select Board Tackles Sewer Rate Alternatives Amid Infrastructure Woes

Overview: The Deerfield Select Board meeting on October 16, 2024, was dominated by discussions on infrastructure projects, particularly focusing on the town’s sewer system. The board reviewed a presentation on sewer rate alternatives due to declining consumption and revenue, while also addressing the need for pipe replacements and financial strategies to sustain the system.

Jacksonville Beach CRA Approves Facade Grants and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: At the recent Jacksonville Beach Community Redevelopment Agency meeting, members approved facade grants for two local properties, allocated significant funds for upcoming infrastructure projects, and discussed financial resolutions for the city’s redevelopment initiatives. The focus was on ensuring funds were appropriately apportioned to ongoing and future projects, emphasizing transparency and effective planning.

Manchester-By-The-Sea Faces $300 Million Long-Term Infrastructure Challenge

Overview: The Manchester-By-The-Sea Finance Committee meeting on October 16th delved into urgent infrastructure needs and extensive financial planning, revealing projections of over $300 million in capital projects over the next 25 years. Key discussions centered around the necessity of increasing the capital budget and the financial implications of these plans on the town’s budget and taxpayers.

Lunenburg Developers Revise Plans to Protect Turtle Habitat Amid Conservation Concerns

Overview: During a recent Lunenburg Conservation Commission meeting, a significant revision to a development plan near Glen Lizard Turtle habitat emerged as the most pressing topic. Developers initially proposed a four-lot subdivision but scaled it down to a three-lot common driveway layout to minimize environmental impact. This change reduced the buffer zone disturbance from 64,000 square feet to 18,000 square feet.