Amherst Community Resources Committee Advances Key Housing and Solar Initiatives

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Amherst Community Resources Committee, members deliberated on several significant projects, including a zoning map change, updates on solar bylaw draft regulations, and the town’s housing production plan.

Bernardsville Planning Board Faces Complex Affordable Housing Project with Budget and Material Challenges

Overview: The Bernardsville Planning Board meeting was largely dominated by discussions about budget overruns and material changes in a local affordable housing project. Concerns about material durability, aesthetic implications, and the financial viability of incorporating solar panels into the project were also addressed.

Amherst Community Safety Committee Prioritizes ICE Concerns and Housing Equity in Meeting

Overview: The Amherst Community Safety and Social Justice Committee meeting on October 22, 2023, brought to light issues concerning immigration enforcement activities by ICE in the community and the ongoing challenges related to housing equity. Members discussed the Amherst Police Department’s (APD) reported interactions with ICE and the frustrations surrounding the Crisis Response and Emergency Services Team (CREST). A significant portion of the meeting also focused on affordable housing developments aimed at addressing racial equity and first-time homeownership.

Acushnet Conservation Commission to Review Solar Projects and Compliance Measures Amidst Construction Concerns

Overview: The Acushnet Conservation Commission’s recent meeting focused on various construction projects, particularly solar developments and compliance issues within wetland buffer zones. The commission discussed multiple requests for continuances, compliance measures, and the introduction of a new conservation agent to enhance procedural efficiency.

Homestead City Council Celebrates Long-Serving Residents, Debates Community Development Districts

Overview: During the recent Homestead City Council meeting, Mayor Steven D. Losner honored Jim and Carol Harris for their over three decades of community service, declaring October 5 as Jim and Carol Harris Day. The meeting also saw discussions about the establishment of a Community Development District (CDD) for a new development project, with council members expressing concerns about the implications for residents and the city.