- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/21/24
- 10/22/2024
- 75 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During its recent meeting, the Townsend Planning Board deliberated on several issues, with the proposed age-restricted development on Depot Road Extension taking center stage. The meeting, which started at 6:33 p.m. on October 21, 2024, was marked by an in-depth examination of the application submitted by Kevin Smith and Ken Tully, which seeks to construct three residential duplex buildings containing six units. Significant concerns were raised about zoning compliance, particularly in relation to the project’s adherence to the two-acre minimum requirement as stipulated in local bylaws for age-restricted developments.
- MN
- Dakota County
- 10/21/24
- 10/21/2024
- 51 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Farmington City Council meeting, a portion of the agenda was dominated by public opposition to proposed changes in the city’s comprehensive plan that could pave the way for industrial development, including a large data center campus, near residential areas. Residents expressed apprehension about the potential impact on their community, urging the council to prioritize livability and transparency in their decision-making processes.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 10/21/24
- 10/21/2024
- 71 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Revere City Council convened to address significant zoning amendments for marijuana establishments, focusing on buffer zones and notification procedures for surrounding residents. These discussions were marked by debate and public input, highlighting community tensions regarding the proximity of these establishments to residential and educational areas.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 10/21/24
- 10/21/2024
- 52 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Bridge Township Zoning Board recently granted a use variance to Hassel Stein Inc. , a diamond business, allowing it to operate within a predominantly office-zoned area on Mwan Road. The approval followed discussions on the compatibility of the business with current zoning regulations and its impact on the community.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 10/21/24
- 10/21/2024
- 47 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Washington Township Council meeting, the most pressing topic was the contamination found at the local swim club property, which is located near a stream in a low-lying area. The council discussed the presence of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and pesticides, substances not introduced by township employees and likely present before the township acquired the property. The contamination requires compliance with New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) standards for soil remediation. Boswell Engineering, designated to assess the extent and cost of the remediation, is also tasked with applying for a NJDEP grant, which may cover substantial remediation expenses.