Fall River Historical Commission Supports Preservation Efforts for Night Owl Diner and Maritime Museum

Overview: At the recent meeting of the Fall River Historical Commission on October 15, 2024, discussions centered on preservation efforts for the Night Owl Diner and the Fall River Maritime Museum. The commission approved letters of support for grants aimed at restoring these historic structures, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the city’s historical character.

Lacey Town Council Faces Criticism Over Public Engagement and Decision-Making Practices

Overview: During the recent Lacey Town Council meeting, public comments dominated the session as residents voiced dissatisfaction with the council’s engagement and decision-making processes. Criticism centered around the perceived lack of respect from council members towards constituents, concerns about hasty decisions in zoning matters, and frustration over local development priorities.

Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board Urges Delay in Demolition of Historic Structure Amid Concerns

Overview: At the recent Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board meeting, the impending demolition of a historic building on Pennsylvania Avenue emerged as a central issue, drawing significant concern from board members and community stakeholders. This structure, part of the Fisher Fineberg collection and owned by the Miami-Dade County School Board, has been vacant for nearly 15 years. The school board plans to proceed with demolition citing the building’s disrepair, but the board emphasized that the demolition should comply with historic preservation regulations, which mandate a Certificate of Appropriateness.

Freetown Prepares for High-Stakes Election Amid New Regulations and Security Measures

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen meeting held on October 7, 2024, focused on the preparations for the upcoming state general and presidential election scheduled for November 5, 2024. Discussions included election logistics, security provisions, and the implications of new firearm regulations in town buildings.

Halifax Weighs Joining Community Preservation Act to Bolster Local Projects and Engage Residents

Overview: The Halifax Conservation Commission meeting centered on discussions about the Community Preservation Act (CPA), a state program that could impact the town’s approach to funding local projects. The commission explored potential benefits and challenges of enrolling in the CPA, which would facilitate funding for historical preservation, open space, recreation, and affordable housing initiatives. With Halifax being the only town in the region not participating in the CPA, the commission deliberated on how the act could provide needed resources and financial flexibility for community projects.