Lower Township Celebrates Key Achievements and Outlines Future Plans in Council Meeting

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Lower Town Council, the municipality celebrated community achievements, outlined future plans, and addressed pressing administrative updates. Notable events included the State of the Township address, financial reports, and the introduction of new personnel.

Somerville Borough Council Faces Traffic Safety Concerns and Amendments to Land Use Code

Overview: The recent Somerville Borough Council meeting centered on issues of traffic safety and proposed amendments to the borough’s land use and development code. Residents voiced concerns over pedestrian safety, particularly speeding and insufficient traffic enforcement, while the council also considered changes to the regulations governing impervious surface coverage, including decks and pools.

Farmington City Council Reviews Roadway Redesign and Infrastructure Improvements

Overview: The Farmington City Council meeting on February 3, 2025, delved into significant infrastructure projects, focusing on a comprehensive street improvement plan with proposed changes to road design, drainage, and landscaping. The council also discussed funding strategies and community engagement efforts to ensure the successful implementation of these projects.

Boston Plots New Ordinance to Tame Delivery Drivers and Ensure Road Safety

Overview: The Boston Planning and Development Board meeting centered on a proposed ordinance aimed at regulating third-party food delivery services, particularly those that use mopeds and scooters, to address safety on Boston’s streets. This proposed legislation would require delivery platforms like DoorDash, GrubHub, and Uber Eats to obtain permits from the city’s transportation department.

Brainerd City Council Approves $70,000 Housing Aid and Country Manor Tax Abatement Amidst Fee Deferral Debate

Overview: The Brainerd City Council meeting was marked by notable decisions, including the approval of a $70,000 allocation to Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity from the 2024 Statewide Affordable Housing Aid funds, a structured tax abatement for Country Manor Brainerd Campus LLC, and a debate over fee deferrals for the same development project.