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.

East Longmeadow Board of Assessors Grapples with Changes in Solar Exemption Law

Overview: The recent meeting of the East Longmeadow Board of Assessors highlighted several issues, including changes to the solar exemption law, projected tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year, and discussions on property valuation trends. The board discussed the impact of a new requirement for granting tax exemptions to solar installations, the anticipated tax rate for the next fiscal year, and various procedural updates related to property assessments and building permits.

Nashoba Regional School Committee Discusses Financial Strategy and Student Performance

Overview: During the Nashoba Regional School Committee meeting on October 22, 2025, attention was given to financial strategies concerning the Excess and Deficiency (E&D) fund, student performance data, and the approval of travel requests for the DECA program. A strategy was proposed to reduce the district’s reliance on the E&D fund by $200,000 annually. This approach intends to build a financial buffer and potentially return excess funds to member towns, mitigating financial pressures.

Southwick Planning Board Approves Solar Panel Installation with Buffer Waiver

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Southwick Planning Board addressed several key development and planning issues, notably approving a waiver for a solar panel installation on Granville Road despite a significant deviation from the required buffer distance. The board also reviewed various site plans, signage applications, and infrastructure updates.