Westport Infrastructure Oversight Committee Discusses Water Rate Increase and Project Funding

Overview: The recent meeting of the Westport Infrastructure Oversight Committee centered on the need to raise water rates to ensure the financial stability of the water enterprise fund, which is currently operating at a deficit. Along with this, the committee grappled with decisions regarding the allocation of federal grant funds for water and sewer infrastructure projects, emphasizing the necessity of prompt action to avoid losing available funding.

Highlands Borough Council Adopts Lean 2025 Budget Amid Significant Property Value Growth

Overview: At the recent Highlands Borough Council meeting, members adopted the 2025 municipal budget, characterized as lean and precise, amidst a notable increase in property values. The town’s assessed value rose approximately 23% from $1.192 billion in 2024 to around $1.347 billion in 2025, which is expected to decrease the tax rate from 0.935 to 0.80. The budget’s adoption followed discussions about strategic cuts and planning decisions made with the input of various department heads and council members. Despite the substantial growth in property value, the exact tax impact remains undetermined.

Girl Scout Troop’s AED Donation and Water Rate Hike Dominate Maynard Select Board Meeting

Overview: The Maynard Select Board meeting addressed several issues, with a focus on a Girl Scout Gold Award project involving the donation of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) across town and the approval of a water and sewer rate increase. Other notable discussions included budget considerations for the upcoming fiscal year, appointments to the board of registrars, and the town’s infrastructure projects.

Bethlehem Council Meeting Highlights Public Concerns and Approves Key Infrastructure Initiatives

Overview: The recent Bethlehem Town Council meeting addressed community concerns and advanced important infrastructure projects. Public comments focused on perceived disconnection between the council and residents, while the council approved key resolutions, including a citywide complete streets plan and various budget adjustments to enhance local infrastructure and community projects.

Highland Beach Grapples with Flooding and Infrastructure Challenges Amid A1A Road Improvements

Overview: The Highland Beach Town Commission meeting addressed several issues, notably the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Triple R project on A1A, which has raised concerns about flooding and infrastructure challenges. The commission also navigated ongoing updates to the town’s re-certification program and discussed the termination of the town’s 401A defined contribution plan.