Brookline Select Board Tackles Affordable Housing and Tree Removal in Key Meeting

Overview: The recent Brookline Select Board meeting addressed community issues, including the redevelopment of the Walnut High Apartments project and the removal of public shade trees to facilitate construction. The project aims to provide 181 new affordable housing units, with $7.5 million already secured from the town. A representative detailed the project’s progress, with construction documents 70% complete and a full funding application expected soon. The Select Board also deliberated on the removal of three public shade trees, a move deemed necessary for the project’s progression but met with community concern over environmental impacts and the loss of canopy trees.

Boston Planning and Development Board Bids Farewell to Key Members at Packed Meeting

Overview: The recent Boston Planning and Development Board meeting was marked by farewells to Commissioner David Carlson and Executive Director Christina Rico, alongside discussions on major urban development projects. Their departures were acknowledged amid reflections on their impactful contributions, which have shaped the board’s operations and processes.

Garwood Borough Council Finalizes Paperboard Site Settlement Amid Leadership Changes

Overview: In a recent Garwood Borough Council meeting, a settlement agreement concerning the redevelopment of the Paperboard property was finalized, ensuring the addition of 212 residential units, with a substantial number designated as age-restricted and affordable housing. This decision comes as the council also experienced leadership changes, including the swearing-in of newly elected officials and the resignation of a councilman to serve in the New Jersey State Assembly.

Highland Beach Advances Zoning Code for Recovery Residences and Debates Safety Measures

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Highland Beach Town Commission approved the first reading of an ordinance to amend zoning codes for certified recovery residences, while also addressing key safety measures for pedestrians and cyclists in town. The ordinance aligns with state legislative requirements. The town also initiated conversations around the safety of its pathways and roadways, focusing on the regulation of personal transportation devices like e-bikes and scooters.

Howell Town Council Appoints Sue Fischer as Deputy Mayor Amid Diverse Resolutions

Overview: The recent Howell Town Council meeting focused on the appointment of Sue Fischer as the new deputy mayor, among other resolutions related to local appointments and community concerns. The council also addressed various professional appointments, including an affordable housing administrator and attorney, and discussed resident grievances about neighborhood disturbances.