Amherst Committee Advances Waste Management Bylaw and Roundabout Discussion

Overview: The Amherst Town Services and Outreach Committee meeting focused on a proposed waste management bylaw and the consideration of a roundabout at Amity University. These main topics were among the most issues discussed, including the need for a Request for Proposal (RFP) for waste hauler services and the potential impact of road proposals on town safety and infrastructure.

Norton Planning Board Navigates Complex Development Discussions

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Norton Planning Board tackled a series of development proposals that ranged from educational facility classifications to large-scale industrial projects. The most notable discussions centered around the proposed warehouse use for a moving company on South Worcester Street and the debate over the classification of 280 New Tonton Avenue as an educational facility or a long-term care facility. The board also deliberated on the traffic implications of a project by Home Market Foods and reviewed substantial modifications to the Waiting River Estates project, which included important environmental considerations.

Glassboro Residents Voice Concerns Over Bypass Project Impact

Overview: In the latest Glassboro Borough Council meeting, one notable issue emerged from the voices of concerned residents regarding the West End Regional bypass rerouting project. The project, which involves changes to the current traffic flow and infrastructure, drew significant public attention due to its perceived impact on the community. Residents from various walks of life, including long-standing community members and new entrepreneurs, shared their perspectives on not only the bypass project but also other community initiatives and concerns.

Union Town Council Faces Concerns Over Local Business and Diversity

Overview: In a recent Union Town Council meeting, one notable issue appeared to be the public outcry in support of Signature Sports Bar, a local black-owned business. Community members delivered emotional testimonials, emphasizing the establishment’s role in fostering a sense of community and its importance as a minority-owned business. Allegations of discrimination and unfair treatment towards the bar surfaced, with calls for the council to take action against what was perceived as an attempt to hinder the business’s success.

Fair Haven Council Contemplates Recycling Fee and New Borough Hall Roof

Overview: The Fair Haven Borough Council recently convened to discuss several issues affecting the community, including the implementation of a recycling can tipping fee, an appeal to remove a potentially hazardous tree, and the need for a new roof on the lower Borough Hall. Additionally, the council addressed the retirement of a long-standing administrator and the welcoming of a new Borough Administrator, Chris.