Southwick LEPC Focuses on Hazard Mitigation and Emergency Readiness

Overview: The Southwick Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting covered topics, with a focus on hazard mitigation and emergency preparedness.

Yarmouth Planning Board Tackles Tree Replanting, Short-Term Rentals, and Affordable Housing Challenges

Overview: During the recent Yarmouth Planning Board meeting, members focused on several topics, including a tree replanting initiative on Old Main Street, the challenges posed by short-term rentals in residential areas, and the town’s progress towards meeting affordable housing goals.

Nutley Rent Leveling Board Grapples with Warehouse Proposal Concerns Over Traffic, Tenants, and Environment

Overview: The Nutley Rent Leveling Board meeting on June 17, 2026, was dominated by discussions surrounding a proposed redevelopment project at 536-544 Washington Avenue by Galaxy LLC. The proposal for a two-story, 24,740 square-foot warehouse faced scrutiny over potential traffic impacts, environmental considerations, and the lack of a specified tenant. Residents and board members raised numerous concerns regarding the project’s implications on the community.

West Windsor Planning Board Reviews Housing and Signage Proposals

Overview: The West Windsor Planning Board meeting focused on the approval of a new multifamily residential development and proposed signage changes for local shopping centers. The board approved the construction of 35 residential units, including nine units designated for affordable housing, on Farber Road. The meeting also covered a proposal for a new sign at the Village Square Shopping Center, aimed at improving tenant visibility and supporting local businesses.

Swampscott Select Board Tackles Pier Safety, Master Plan, and Community Development

Overview: The Swampscott Select Board meeting addressed several community concerns, with the primary focus on safety issues at the pier and Fisherman’s Beach, the adoption of the Swampscott Master Plan 2035, and the ongoing development plans for the Hawthorne property. These topics, among others, were discussed with an emphasis on community engagement and sustainable development.