Deerfield Select Board Approves Fuel Storage Certificate Fee Increase

Overview: Deerfield’s Select Board meeting on April 9th, 2024, concluded with a unanimous decision to increase the fee for fuel storage certificates from $5 to $25, aligning with the average fees found in a survey of 23 communities. This decision was reached after acknowledging the current fee did not cover the administrative costs associated with preparing and processing the certificates.

Reading Select Board Votes on Independent Investigation

Overview: The Reading Select Board convened to address several issues, most notably voting to authorize the hiring of an independent investigator to examine the circumstances surrounding the resignation of a board member.

Brookline Select Board Approves New Recreation Director

Overview: The Brookline Select Board’s recent meeting was marked by the approval of Tim David as the new Recreation Director, a position critical to the town’s community services and activities. This key appointment, subject to approval from the Parks and Recreation Commission and the completion of background checks, was a highlight in a session that included discussions on affordable housing, departmental budgets, anti-Semitic incidents, and police department updates.

East Brunswick Council Tables School Contract Amid Expense Concerns

Overview: In a recent East Brunswick Town Council meeting, the most significant event was the decision to table a resolution regarding a shared service agreement with the local school system. The council members called for clearer language in the contract to prevent unexpected charges from the school board. The resolution’s deferral was deemed critical due to potential financial implications for the township. The meeting also included discussions on various community and infrastructure projects, public comments on issues like Comcast rate increases, and updates on the town’s waste management system.

Gulf Stream Committee Tackles Zoning and Aesthetics in Coastal District

Overview: The Gulf Stream Ad Hoc Committee recently convened to address issues concerning zoning regulations, property aesthetics, and the preservation of the town’s character. The meeting saw a discussion on potential zoning code amendments, the impact of building design on community aesthetics, and strategies for incentivizing single-story homes to maintain neighborhood character.