Hatfield Select Board Tackles Five and Ten Construction Issues Amidst Resident Frustration and Budget Talks

Overview: The Hatfield Select Board’s recent meeting primarily addressed issues surrounding the Five and Ten construction project, with residents voicing their dissatisfaction over incomplete and substandard work. In addition to this focal topic, the meeting also covered budget management and strategic planning, including discussions on infrastructure projects and the integration of digital processes in town operations.

Union Town Council Approves $23.5 Million Ordinance for Capital Improvements

Overview: In a move, the Union Town Council unanimously approved an ordinance authorizing $23.5 million for various 2025 capital acquisitions and improvements, financed in part by $22.856 million in bonds or notes.

Brookline Select Board Tackles Bed Bug Infestation and Approves Vision Zero Initiative

Overview: During the recent Brookline Select Board meeting on June 25, 2025, the board addressed a significant bed bug infestation at the Concord condominium complex on Green Street and moved forward with the Vision Zero initiative to enhance traffic safety across the town. The meeting also covered other community issues, including affordable housing, public art funding, and various reappointments.

Perry City Council Eyes Industrial Expansion and Property Challenges in Strategic Meeting

Overview: During the Perry City Council meeting on June 24, 2025, the council focused on strategies for economic development, addressing industrial site readiness, and managing challenges related to historical properties.

Westfield City Council Faces Intense Debate Over Proposed $1 Million Budget Cut

Overview: The Westfield City Council meeting was marked by discussion over a proposed one million dollar budget cut to the engineering construction account, which sparked concerns about the potential impact on infrastructure projects. Council members discussed the implications for street paving and other essential improvements.