Eustis City Commission Grapples with Stormwater Rate Hikes Amid Infrastructure Challenges

Overview: The Eustis City Commission meeting on April 16, 2026, was marked by discussions on infrastructure financing, community concerns, and legal complexities. The commission unanimously approved increased stormwater service rates to address financial strains exacerbated by recent flooding, while also tackling contentious issues surrounding medical marijuana regulations and property acquisitions.

Bernards Zoning Board Evaluates Proposal for 119 Luxury Townhouses Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Bernards Zoning Board met to deliberate on a proposal for developing 119 luxury active adult townhouses on Morristown Road. This project seeks to transform the site, currently housing two office buildings, into a residential community for individuals aged 55 and older. The board discussed various aspects of the plan, including zoning variances, affordable housing obligations, and community concerns about traffic, noise, and environmental impact.

Proposed Water Management Plan on Laurel Avenue Sparks Debate at Ocean Zoning Board Meeting

Overview: During the recent Ocean Zoning Board meeting, attention was focused on the application concerning 517 Laurel Avenue. The applicant proposed demolishing existing non-conforming structures and constructing new buildings, while seeking minor variances for setbacks. A key aspect of the plan was addressing the property’s drainage issues given its location in a flat topography and undersized lot within the R5 zoning district. The applicant aimed to manage runoff by raising the front yard and incorporating a two-foot retaining wall to improve drainage, with additional pipe penetrations proposed to direct water toward the municipal right of way.

Indianapolis City-County Council Approves Key Infrastructure Projects to Combat Flooding

Overview: During the recent Indianapolis City-County Council Public Works Committee meeting, two significant infrastructure projects aimed at addressing drainage and flooding issues received approval. The council passed resolutions for the Mickley Avenue Detention Project and the West Washington Street Reconstruction Project.

Acushnet Planning Board Approves Solar Project Modifications to Address Stormwater Concerns

Overview: The Acushnet Planning Board recently met to tackle several issues, including approving modifications to a solar project on Main Street to address stormwater management, considering amendments to zoning bylaws related to floodplain overlay districts, and advancing a proposal to create a land management fund to offset tree clearing from new developments.