Titusville City Council Reappoints Greg Acre to CRA Amid Concerns Over Sewage Spills

Overview: The Titusville City Council meeting on September 24, 2024, saw discussions and decisions surrounding community redevelopment, affordable housing, and local environmental issues. Among notable topics was the unanimous reappointment of Greg Acre to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), alongside public concerns about sewage spills and noise disturbances in residential areas.

Ayer Planning Board Unanimously Approves Stormwater Utility Fund Amid Comprehensive Land Use Discussions

Overview: In a meeting on September 10, 2024, the Ayer Planning Board unanimously approved the recommendation to establish a stormwater utility fund, a step aimed at addressing the town’s stormwater management challenges. The meeting also covered various other land use issues, including site plan approvals, zoning amendments, and the development of affordable housing bylaws.

Dunstable Board of Selectmen Explores New Municipal Electricity Aggregation Program

Overview: The Dunstable Board of Selectmen’s recent meeting focused heavily on the development of a new municipal electricity aggregation program, alongside debates on textile recycling bins, sign policies, and community events.

Halifax Board of Selectmen Appoints Members to Town Government Study Committee Amidst Discussions on CPA and Public Safety

Overview: The Halifax Board of Selectmen convened to appoint members to a newly formed Town Government Study Committee, discuss the potential benefits of the Community Preservation Act (CPA), and address pressing public safety concerns, including dog aggression and littering laws.

Reading Municipal Light Department Faces Allegations of Mismanagement and Employee Retaliation at Heated Board Meeting

Overview: The recent Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) Board meeting was marked by significant public comments and discussions regarding allegations of mismanagement, employee retaliation, and the overall work environment at the organization. The meeting, conducted via Zoom, saw both support and criticism of the general manager, Greg, alongside a variety of perspectives on the department’s operational and cultural climate.