Greenfield City Council Discusses Homelessness, Count Accuracy, and Community Initiatives

Overview: The Greenfield City Council meeting focused on the complexities of addressing homelessness, with discussion on the accuracy of recent point-in-time counts, community safety perceptions, and efforts to aid the unhoused population. The council also explored potential solutions, including locker installations and sanctioned encampments, while emphasizing the importance of community engagement.

Greenfield City Council Faces Debate Over Hope Street Development and Ballot Proposal

Overview: During the recent Greenfield City Council meeting, the debate surrounding the future of 53 Hope Street—a city-owned parcel currently used as a parking lot—dominated discussions. A petition from residents has necessitated that the council decide whether to rescind a previous vote authorizing the sale of the property for development or to place the issue on the upcoming ballot.

Greenfield Debates Sale of Hope Street Lot Amid Housing and Parking Concerns

Overview: In a recent Greenfield City Council meeting, discussions were dominated by a referendum petition concerning the sale of city-owned property on Hope Street. The council deliberated on whether to maintain the lot as a parking area or proceed with development plans, focusing on market-rate housing options. As the council weighed the implications of the sale, community members voiced diverse opinions, reflecting broader concerns about housing shortages and urban development.

Greenfield City Council Approves Easier Access to Opioid Settlement Funds

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Greenfield City Council focused on simplifying access to opioid settlement funds, creating a district for downtown parking revenue, and approving a utility van purchase for central maintenance. The council unanimously agreed to revoke the revenue dedication of Massachusetts state opioid settlement funds to streamline their use for local needs, including covering costs related to three recent opioid-related deaths.

Greenfield City Council Considers Climate Change Fund and Single-Payer Healthcare Resolutions

Overview: The Greenfield City Council recently held a meeting where discussions focused on the establishment of a climate change super fund and advocacy for single-payer healthcare. Both topics garnered unanimous support from council members.