Freetown Board of Selectmen Deliberates on Key Infrastructure Projects and License Renewals

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen meeting on December 1, 2025, focused on significant infrastructure projects and the renewal of various licenses. The board discussed potential improvements to the Four Corners intersection, considered engineering agreements for the North Main Street sidewalk, and addressed a series of license renewals for local establishments.

Pleasantville City Council Faces Scrutiny Over Police Staffing and Mismanaged Finances

Overview: During the December 1, 2025, Pleasantville City Council meeting, discussions centered around police staffing concerns and allegations of financial mismanagement, highlighting community dissatisfaction with city administration and enforcement practices. Residents voiced concerns about insufficient police presence, especially at night, and questioned the use of city funds for various expenses, including an $8,000 charge for a police K9 surgery.

Gardner Public Safety Committee Recommends Hybrid Winter Parking Ban to Reduce Vehicle Towing

Overview: The Gardner Public Safety Committee meeting focused on a proposed amendment to the city’s winter parking regulations. The proposed ordinance aims to implement a hybrid model of the winter parking ban, seeking to balance street maintenance efficiency with resident convenience. The committee recommended the ordinance for first printing.

Englewood Council Honors Fallen Firefighter and Tackles Community Concerns on Wildlife Feeding and Parking

Overview: In a recent Englewood City Council meeting, the council passed a resolution to rename William Street to Lieutenant William Stimper Way in honor of the firefighter who died in the line of duty in 1952. The council also addressed ordinances regarding wildlife feeding, parking issues, and other community concerns.

Flemington Planning Board Reviews Union Hotel Parking Ordinance Amidst Site Plan Applications

Overview: During the recent Flemington Planning Board meeting, the board addressed the introduction of a significant parking ordinance related to the Union Hotel project. This ordinance proposes to restrict parking to residential-only areas around the hotel site, impacting several local streets. Additionally, the board discussed multiple site plan applications, including those for Spark Car Wash and St. Magdalene Plazi Roman Catholic Church. These discussions centered around scheduling hearings and ensuring proper notification processes were followed.