Lakeville Planning Board Faces Transition with Town Planner Resignation Amidst Ongoing Development Deliberations

Overview: The Lakeville Planning Board meeting on March 13, 2025, was marked by discussions on local development projects and zoning considerations, alongside the announcement of Town Planner Nancy Dery’s resignation.

Plymouth County Approves New Office Space for Federal Inspector at Nominal Rate

Overview: In a recent Plymouth Board of County Commissioners meeting, a decision was made to offer a local office space to Mr. Michael Brunell from the Office of Inspector General at the Department of Commerce. This arrangement provides Brunell with a workspace closer to home, reducing his commute significantly, for a nominal rate of $333.33 per month, totaling $4,000 annually. The commissioners unanimously supported this month-to-month agreement, allowing Brunell to operate independently in an upstairs office without necessitating extensive county resources or leasehold improvements.

Lakeville Community Advocates for Pool Revitalization Amid Budget and Staffing Challenges

Overview: The Lakeville Select Board meeting was marked by passionate appeals from community members advocating for the revitalization of the local community pool. The meeting also addressed educational challenges, including budget allocations, special education staffing, and school bus route inefficiencies.

Lakeville Conservation Commission Amends Order for a property on Harding Street Amid Extensive Project Review

Overview: The Lakeville Conservation Commission convened on March 11 for a meeting that saw the approval of significant amendments to the order of conditions for a prominent project on Harding Street, alongside discussions on compliance and peer review processes for various local developments. The meeting addressed complex projects and compliance issues.

Lakeville Select Board Debates Stormwater Bylaw Authority Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Lakeville Select Board meeting was dominated by discussions on the revision and enforcement of the town’s stormwater bylaw, with focus on the authority designated to manage and enforce these regulations. The conversation highlighted the town’s efforts to align with the latest environmental requirements while addressing concerns over infrastructure and community projects.