- FL
- Volusia County
- 10/15/24
- 10/15/2024
- 379 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent Volusia County Council meeting, a portion of the public expressed deep concerns about persistent flooding, highlighting the impact of recent developments and environmental changes. The meeting revealed a strong community demand for immediate and decisive action to address flooding issues that have plagued neighborhoods, especially following Hurricane Milton. Many residents called for a moratorium on further development until the county can ensure proper flood management measures are in place.
- MA
- Franklin County
- 10/15/24
- 10/16/2024
- 77 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Conway School Committee meeting addressed several issues, focusing on infrastructure repairs and academic performance, particularly in the context of standardized testing. The committee discussed necessary capital improvements, including concrete repairs and boiler replacements, while also reviewing student performance in math and English Language Arts, highlighting disparities in achievement related to socioeconomic factors.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 10/15/24
- 10/15/2024
- 131 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Emerson Borough Council meeting, council members grappled with the complexities surrounding a proposed affordable housing development on Kinder Kack Road. The project, which aims to construct seven affordable housing units, has sparked debate due to zoning restrictions, unresolved tax liens, and questions about the developer’s financial stability. These issues highlight the ongoing challenges of balancing affordable housing needs with existing local regulations and community expectations.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/15/24
- 10/15/2024
- 214 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Reading Select Board meeting was dominated by discussions on the recently installed parking kiosks, which business owners claim have hampered customer traffic, and on disparities in tax rates between residential and commercial properties. The board also tackled issues related to major community projects and the processes for committee appointments.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/15/24
- 10/15/2024
- 81 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Hopkinton Select Board meeting, discussions centered around a proposal to adopt a local meals excise tax, a potential new trails committee, and concerns about grant eligibility related to MBTA Community zoning. The meeting also addressed the town’s budgeting strategies and upcoming community events.