Acushnet Board Approves Police Toy Drive, Considers Building Department Changes

Overview: In a recent Acushnet Board of Selectmen meeting, the board approved the use of the town hall parking lot for a police-organized toy drive and discussed changes to the building department, including a candidate for a local inspector position and potential fee adjustments.

Summit City Council Sets Restrictions on Sports Complex Lighting to Address Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent Summit City Council meeting, a key focus was the introduction and discussion of an ordinance governing the usage of newly installed lights at local sports fields. This ordinance aims to address community concerns by setting specific time restrictions for practices and games, along with other conditions. The council also deliberated on several other issues, including public safety during the holiday season, property sales, and public record requests.

Brookline Select Board Faces Division Over Reappointment of Commission Member Amid Allegations

Overview: In a contentious meeting of the Brookline Select Board, the reappointment of Chi-Chi Woo to the Commission on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Community Relations (CDICR) sparked debate, resulting in a split vote that ultimately led to Woo not being reappointed. The discussion was prompted by allegations raised in a letter from community member Jesse Heft, who criticized Woo’s social media posts related to the October 7th, 2023, attacks in Israel, which were perceived as anti-Semitic.

Clay County Board Discusses Treatment Courts, Financial Assistance, and Budget Allocations

Overview: At the recent meeting of the Clay County Board of Commissioners, attention was devoted to the county’s treatment courts, the allocation of discretionary funds for rehabilitation programs, and the upcoming 2026 budget.

Washington Town Council Faces Community Backlash Over DPW Storage Plans at Bethany Community Center

Overview: The Washington (Bergen) Town Council meeting was dominated by discussions surrounding the Department of Public Works (DPW) plans to temporarily store equipment at the Bethany Community Center on Woodfield Road. Residents expressed concerns about safety, environmental impacts, and the process by which the council had reached its decision. The council also addressed issues related to funding and grants for various community projects, but the DPW storage plans remained the focal point.