Amherst Council Tackles Fire Safety, Housing, and Human Rights Bylaw Changes

Overview: The Amherst Town Council meeting addressed community concerns, focusing on fire safety in older buildings, the lack of affordable housing, and proposed changes to the human rights commission bylaw. The discussion was marked by community engagement and council deliberations on impactful legislative measures.

Gardner Board of Health Faces Challenges with Bedbug Infestation and Landfill Pump Repairs

Overview: During the recent Gardner Board of Health meeting, members grappled with ongoing challenges related to a persistent bedbug infestation at a local apartment complex and financial hurdles affecting crucial landfill pump repairs. These issues dominated discussions.

Cumberland County Board Tackles Tax Liens and Honors Community Contributors

Overview: The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners meeting on November 24, 2025, focused on tax lien issues, tributes to community figures, and updates on public safety and infrastructure. The board discussed strategies to manage 13 properties with outstanding tax liens and honored the contributions of several individuals to the Buena Borough community.

Madison Borough to Revamp Community Pool Management Amid Financial Challenges

Overview: The Madison Borough Council meeting addressed several issues, with a primary focus on the future management of the community pool and its associated financial challenges. The independent 501(c)(3) board, previously responsible for the pool’s operations, faced financial difficulties and will not operate next year. Consequently, the borough will assume control of the pool in 2026, with plans to establish a new management entity in the future. The Mayor emphasized the importance of this transition, highlighting the dedication of volunteers and the historical partnership between the borough and the pool’s management. An ad hoc advisory board is proposed to assist in transitioning to a new management structure, and an RFP will be issued to hire a pool management company, with local hiring prioritized, especially for lifeguards.

Eustis City Commission Grapples with Budget Amendments and Property Acquisition

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Eustis City Commission focused intensely on budget amendments, ongoing project funding, and the potential acquisition of the Bank of America building. The commission deliberated on budget amendments necessary for projects delayed by funding issues, discussed the cost and condition of a prospective property purchase, and considered the implications of consulting fees for a software system update.