Bloomington Planning Commission Denies Permit for Long-Standing Airport Parking Facility

Overview: The Bloomington Planning Commission meeting on August 29 saw notable decisions regarding the city’s development, most notably the denial of an interim use permit for the remote airport parking facility known as “Parking Go. ” The commission also discussed a major revision for a warehouse renovation, a rezoning request for the Southgate Apartments, and preliminary plans for the South Shopping Center redevelopment.

Norton Select Board Deliberates on New England Rodeo’s License Suspension Amid Safety Concerns

Overview: The Norton Select Board meeting on August 29, 2024, primarily addressed pressing safety concerns and the potential suspension of licenses for New England Rodeo LLC. The rodeo’s unexpected attendance surge during its Memorial Day event and subsequent safety violations highlighted the need for compliance and thorough inspections before future events could proceed.

Beach Haven Council Faces Rising Costs for Hurricane Project, Discusses Delivery Safety Concerns

Overview: The Beach Haven Borough Council convened on August 29 to address several issues, including a substantial increase in municipal cost share for a hurricane and storm reduction project, ongoing delivery and loading problems on Center Street, and efforts to enhance safety and procedural clarity within the borough.

Amherst Zoning Board Approves Safe Harbor Provision Amid Affordable Housing Development Discussions

Overview: The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals approved invoking the Safe Harbor provision during a meeting focused on affordable housing projects on East Street and Belchertown Road.

Margate Planning Board Denies Rooftop Deck Variance Amid Parking Lot Proposal

Overview: The Margate Planning Board meeting addressed a variety of agenda items, most notably the denial of a variance for a rooftop deck and the proposal to purchase the former Sunny or Taylor gas station for use as a municipal parking lot.