Acushnet Housing Authority Secures $365,000 Grant for Balcony Renovation Project

Overview: The Acushnet Housing Authority meeting highlighted the approval of a significant balcony renovation project funded by a $365,000 grant obtained through highlap grants and CPA money from the town. The project aims to replace balcony railing screens across the housing facilities, with Full Scope Contracting selected as the lowest bidder for the job at $18,000.

Westport Committee Seeks Solutions to Water Connection Challenges and Infrastructure Funding

Overview: The Westport Infrastructure Oversight Committee meeting focused on addressing water connection challenges, managing infrastructure funding, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The committee explored strategies to increase water system connections, discussed the implications of a new agreement with Fall River, and navigated the complexities of securing and managing multiple funding sources for ongoing projects.

Halifax Board of Health Addresses Community Concerns Over Maryland’s Landing Remediation Project

Overview: In a meeting held on February 18, 2026, the Halifax Board of Health tackled community concerns regarding the remediation plans for the Maryland’s Landing project. The board unanimously decided to engage Tai and Bond for an independent review of the project’s plans, amidst public apprehension about the use of contaminated materials and the project’s long-term implications for the community’s health and environment.

Kenilworth Borough Council Discusses Affordable Housing Ordinances and Waste Disposal Fees

Overview: The Kenilworth Borough Council meeting focused heavily on affordable housing ordinances and the implications of adjusting waste disposal fees. Key discussions included the introduction of several ordinances to establish overlay zones for affordable housing and a proposal to eliminate drop-off fees for waste disposal to encourage proper recycling and disposal practices.

Royalton School Board Approves Innovative OCS Program Amid Funding and Enrollment Challenges

Overview: The Royalton School Board meeting recently addressed issues such as the approval of a new Online Concurrent Studies (OCS) program, financial updates, and the challenges posed by declining enrollment and technology expenditures. These topics were part of a broader discussion on adapting to current educational and budgetary landscapes.