- MA
- Bristol County
- 3/20/24
- 03/21/2024
- 106 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The most recent meeting of the Dighton Stormwater Commission focused on issues with the Brook Street solar project, with standing water in basins drawing particular concern. Weston and Sampson Engineering provided a summary of their review, highlighting deviations from the permitted design and suggesting that reconfiguration of the basins may be necessary to address the identified drainage problems. The commission requested further analysis, including soil logs and modeling, to determine the most appropriate solution.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 3/19/24
- 03/20/2024
- 182 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a gathering, the Westport Planning Board addressed urgent environmental concerns, with a strong focus on coastal preservation and the impact of climate change on the community. The meeting covered a breadth of topics including property line discrepancies, summer meeting schedules, and grant applications. However, the most items pertained to the vulnerability of East Beach, the planning for the storm surge and flooding risks at the Westport River area, and the management of public health risks associated with the town’s infrastructure.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 3/19/24
- 03/20/2024
- 133 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Temple Terrace City Council adopted several ordinances including the annexation of land and the reconfiguration of parcels for potential development. Additionally, the Council recognized the significance of Ramadan and Muslim heritage and celebrated Government Finance Professionals Week. The meeting also featured a discussion on employee engagement within the city workforce, as well as the introduction of initiatives such as the City Flag Challenge.
- MA
- Barnstable County
- 3/18/24
- 03/18/2024
- 89 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Chatham Select Board extensively discussed the renovation and expansion of the Community Center, a topic of significant interest due to the proposed project’s impact on the town’s infrastructure and budget. The board reviewed detailed presentations outlining multiple scenarios for the building’s redesign, weighing the benefits against the projected costs, which range from $530,000 for basic improvements to over $6.5 million for a full renovation and expansion.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 3/14/24
- 03/14/2024
- 119 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent meeting of the Hopkinton School Committee centered on the concerns regarding the capacity of the local schools and the plans for proposed renovations and additions. Among the most issues discussed were the expansion and improvements of the Hopkins school facilities to address the current and projected student population growth, the safety and security enhancements of school buildings, and the associated financial impact of the renovation project.