Chelmsford Select Board Discusses Greener Energy, School Roof Replacement, and New Town Manager

Overview: The Chelmsford Select Board meeting on May 19, 2025, focused on approving a greener electricity aggregation plan, signing the warrant for a special town meeting with key infrastructure projects, and finalizing the draft for the town manager appointment process.

Shutesbury Committee Tackles Emergency Evacuation Plans and Infrastructure Challenges

Overview: The Shutesbury Lake Wyola Advisory Committee meeting focused on advancing emergency evacuation plans and addressing ongoing infrastructure issues, particularly concerning beaver dam management and the maintenance of local facilities. Key discussions included the need for an all-encompassing evacuation strategy distinct from existing dam-related plans, alongside addressing maintenance for the Randall Road boat ramp and the potential implications of unaddressed beaver dam activity on local infrastructure.

Saddle Brook Town Council Discusses Senior Center Safety and Honors Local Veterans

Overview: The Saddle Brook Town Council meeting primarily focused on addressing safety improvements for the township’s senior center and celebrated local veterans with a dedication ceremony. Community members raised concerns about accessibility and safety at the senior center, while a proclamation honored the contributions of Captain Andrew Bruce McFarland, culminating in the naming of McFarland Circle.

Parker City Council Discusses Increased Impact Fees to Prepare for Upcoming Infrastructure Projects

Overview: The Parker City Council held a meeting to discuss increasing water and sewer impact fees for new constructions in the city. The proposed changes would raise the water impact fee from $500 to $1,000 and the sewer impact fee from $1,400 to $2,000, aligning more closely with county averages and neighboring cities. The increase aims to address a significant shortfall in infrastructure funding ahead of a major SRF project set to begin on June 1st.

Tarpon Springs Considers Salary Increases Amid Stagnant Pay for City Officials

Overview: The recent Tarpon Springs Budget Advisory Committee meeting on May 15 focused on the potential revision of mayoral and commissioner salaries, which have remained unchanged for over two decades. The meeting also covered a successful external audit report, the city’s financial status across various funds, and future budgetary considerations, including salary adjustments for city employees.