Granby Board Approves Large Personal Use Structure Amid Absent Applicant Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Granby Select Board approved a special permit for a large personal use structure on Chick Street, despite initial concerns due to the absence of the applicant at the beginning of the hearing. The proposed structure, a 50 by 60-foot building intended for private use, raised questions among board members regarding its size and specific uses, which were clarified once the applicant arrived.

Granby Planning Board Advances Town Hall Project, Expands Parking

Overview: In a recent Granby Planning Board meeting, the board made strides in advancing the restoration of the Old Town Hall, a project spearheaded by the Granby Preservation Society. The society sought guidance on obtaining site plan approval and a certificate of occupancy to move forward with their plans. Additionally, the board discussed a parking agreement, which would provide additional parking spaces for the hall’s events, and the possibility of applying for a grant to review and potentially amend the zoning bylaws.

Granby School Committee Advances Equity and Early College Initiatives

Overview: In a notable development within the Granby School District, the latest School Committee meeting laid out substantive updates and initiatives across various aspects of the educational system. The gathering touched upon the growth of advanced courses, the implementation of a new dual enrollment Early College policy, strides in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), as well as the process of the superintendent search, among other topics.

Granby Board of Health Tackles Septic Concerns and Public Health Issues

Overview: The Granby Board of Health meeting addressed several significant public health and environmental concerns, with a particular focus on septic system regulations and the impact of local industrial activities on community health. The discussions included the approval of septic designs, permitting issues, potential contamination risks, and the regulation of activities such as gravel pits and landfill operations.

Granby Select Board Tackles Town’s Future Projects and Appointments

Overview: In a recent assembly, the Granby Select Board tackled an array of issues facing the town, from the approval of the employment contract for the police chief to the discussion of various town projects and appointments. The board also addressed the transfer of a retail package store all alcohol beverage license, approved numerous licenses for local businesses, and debated the need for volunteer involvement in town maintenance.