Natick Select Board Addresses Bridge Project Concerns and Approves Police Appointments

Overview: The Natick Select Board meeting on February 19th was marked by discussions on the Route 9 and 27 bridge replacement project, the appointment of new reserve police officers, and various community concerns, including water and sewer abatements and liquor license issues. The board addressed a range of topics with implications for the community’s infrastructure, safety, and financial management.

Cranbury Recreation Commission Ponders Splash Pad Project Amid Budget and Infrastructure Concerns

Overview: The recent Cranbury Recreation Commission meeting centered around community projects, particularly the potential installation of a splash pad in Village Park. This proposal is met with challenges concerning budget limitations and infrastructure requirements. Other discussion points included updates on a new pickleball court, the relocation of senior programming, and an initiative for memorial benches.

Blue Water Farms Plans Walleye Fish Farming in Zumbrota with International Backing

Overview: The Zumbrota Economic Development Authority (EDA) meeting covered a range of topics with focus on the introduction of Blue Water Farms, a proposed walleye fish farming corporation. Backed by investors from Denmark, Norway, and Switzerland, the project aims to establish the first fish farming operation of its kind in Minnesota, incorporating innovative techniques and sustainable practices. Other discussions included land acquisitions, infrastructure projects, and efforts to enhance local economic development through strategic initiatives.

Winter Haven City Commission Reviews Legacy Funding Amid Waste Monitoring and Subdivision Developments

Overview: During the Winter Haven City Commission meeting on February 19, 2025, discussions spanned several topics, including the potential reevaluation of funding for legacy organizations, the adoption of innovative waste monitoring technology, and the approval of new residential subdivisions.

Manchester-By-The-Sea Finance Committee Debates Affordable Housing Trust’s Progress and Funding

Overview: The recent meeting of the Manchester-By-The-Sea Finance Committee, held on February 19th, focused on the fiscal year 2026 budget considerations, with discussions around the Affordable Housing Trust’s funding and effectiveness, the town’s operating budget, and various departmental allocations.