- MN
- Olmsted County
- 10/10/24
- 10/11/2024
- 65 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Oronoco Planning and Zoning Commission deliberated on a proposed lot split on West Center Street, focusing on safety, infrastructure concerns, and the necessity for utility easements. The commission grappled with the implications of splitting this property, particularly given its narrow frontage and the length of the adjoining cul-de-sac, which raised significant safety concerns under city code.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/10/24
- 10/11/2024
- 97 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hamilton-Wenham Regional School Committee meeting on October 10, 2024, focused on substantial donations, the superintendent’s goals, and the logistics of upcoming budget meetings. The committee unanimously accepted a $5 million donation from the Ed Fund, granting naming rights to the main field, and approved a $250,000 donation for naming the Joseph Marer Tennis Courts. Key discussion points also included the superintendent’s strategic goals and adjustments to the school calendar to accommodate budget process requirements.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/10/24
- 10/11/2024
- 59 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ayer Conservation Commission deliberated on the New England Power Company’s proposed projects at Bishop Road and Park Street, focusing on environmental compliance, project phasing, and resident concerns over visual impacts. The commission also appointed a representative to a new working group for the town’s property on Sandy Pond Road.
- MA
- Berkshire County
- 10/10/24
- 10/11/2024
- 152 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee meeting on October 10th revolved around discussions on educational standards, fiscal updates, and public engagement policies. The most newsworthy topic was the debate over Question Two on the November ballot, which proposes removing the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) as a high school graduation requirement. The committee examined the implications of this potential change, highlighting concerns about standardized testing and the need for alternative competency assessments.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/10/24
- 10/10/2024
- 45 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Hopkinton School Committee meeting focused on enhancing school safety measures, approving significant policy revisions, and advancing the adaptive playground project. The committee addressed the issue of cell phone use during emergencies, emphasizing the importance of following safety protocols to minimize risks. Additionally, the committee approved the capital plan for fiscal year 2026, which includes the development of an inclusive playground designed for children of all abilities.