Chatfield City Council Moves Forward with Water Tank Replacement Plan Amid Financial Updates

Overview: The Chatfield City Council meeting addressed several issues, with the approval of a contract with SEH for the water tank replacement standing out as a decision. The council also reviewed an audit presentation, discussed budgets for the police and fire departments, and examined capital projects, financial health, and future plans.

Swampscott Select Board Reviews Subdivision Waivers Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Swampscott Select Board recently convened to review preliminary plans for a subdivision on Manson Road, focusing on waiver requests under the subdivision control law. The board evaluated the necessity of these waivers, which included modifications to road width and tree removal, while balancing environmental concerns raised by the public.

Revere City Council Advances Repeal of Mechanical Parking Ordinance Amid Safety Concerns

Overview: The Revere City Council’s zoning subcommittee engaged in discussions around several issues, prominently featuring the repeal of an ordinance concerning mechanical parking systems. The subcommittee also deliberated on various special permit applications, including proposals affecting Green Creek and new development projects at Campbell Avenue and Riviera Beach Boulevard.

Freetown Board of Selectmen Tackle Infrastructure and Planning Challenges Amidst Upcoming Train Service Changes

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen convened on March 10, 2025, to address several issues, including infrastructure improvements, planning for future growth, and the community’s readiness for the impending train service. Key discussions focused on agreements for construction services at local sites, planning for a Council on Aging site expansion, and the town’s economic development amidst challenges such as the lack of restaurants and compliance with zoning bylaws.

Gloucester Town Council Faces Scrutiny Over Development Plans on Protected Land

Overview: The Gloucester Town Council meeting sparked significant public concern as residents questioned the proposed construction of four large commercial buildings on land designated as a natural heritage site. With tensions high, the meeting addressed issues, including the implications of new ordinances, transparency in financial matters, and civic participation.