Miami Beach Design Review Board Grapples with Height Dispute Amid Resident Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Miami Beach Design Review Board, a notable topic was a proposed height increase for a residential property on Pine Tree Drive, which ignited significant resident opposition and prompted a discussion of the implications of recent zoning ordinance changes. Additionally, the board addressed multiple design proposals for various other properties, each met with varying degrees of scrutiny and approval.

Bernardsville Planning Board Evaluates High School Field Lighting Project Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Bernardsville Planning Board meeting focused heavily on the plans to install permanent lighting at the Somerset Hills High School football field, an initiative aimed at replacing the current inadequate diesel-powered lights with more efficient LED fixtures. The project sparked discussions about its impact on student-athletes, the community, and compliance with local regulations.

Volusia ECHO Advisory Committee Endorses Conservation Florida’s $600,000 Ranch Preserve Project

Overview: The Volusia ECHO Advisory Committee convened to review and score grant applications, ultimately endorsing several projects, most notably Conservation Florida’s Ranch Preserve and Nature Center. This initiative, which seeks $600,000 in ECHO funding for a $3 million project, aims to transform a 5,000-square-foot building into a nature center dedicated to environmental education and community engagement.

Granby Select Board Deliberates on Building Commissioner Candidates Amidst Administrative Changes

Overview: The Granby Select Board meeting on February 13 focused on interviewing candidates for the Building Commissioner position, highlighting the candidates’ diverse experiences and the challenges they might face in Granby. In addition, the board addressed the need to fill the Town Administrator role, which was underscored by the decision to retract a prior offer to a candidate and the subsequent planning for new interviews.

Deerfield School Committee Deliberates on Immigration Protocols Amid Budget and Class Size Concerns

Overview: At the latest Deerfield School Committee meeting, members focused on developing protocols for handling potential immigration enforcement actions in schools, while also tackling budgetary constraints and the impact of school choice on class sizes.