Norton Water Sewer Commission Faces High Connection Fees and Infrastructure Challenges

Overview: During the Norton Water Sewer Commission meeting, significant deliberations focused on the high water connection fees for two new businesses—a gas station and a fast-food establishment—along with ongoing infrastructure challenges. The gas station faces a connection fee of $55,000, and the fast-food establishment has a fee of $35,000. These fees, deemed exorbitant by some, are longstanding and serve to recoup past infrastructure investments, varying by the size of the tap on the main water line. Despite concerns, the commission emphasized that these fees were clearly communicated to developers from the project’s outset.

Norton Planning Board Approves Cold Storage Facility Amid Traffic Concerns

Overview: In a recent Norton Planning Board meeting, a decision was made to approve a significant cold storage facility project on South Washington Street. The project, which involves constructing a 59,087 square foot building with 24 parking spaces, garnered attention due to its potential traffic impact on the surrounding area. Additionally, the meeting covered discussions on zoning bylaws, housing regulations, and local design standards.

Norton Select Board Approves Contract for New Town Manager Amidst Busy Agenda

Overview: The Norton Select Board convened to address multiple matters, notably the appointment of a new town manager, approval of alcohol licenses for a new business venture, and considerations regarding local infrastructure and community projects. The meeting saw unanimous support for the new town manager’s contract, alongside discussions on community-oriented business developments and the management of public resources.

Norton Planning Board Weighs Safety Concerns at Dangerous Dean Street Intersection

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Norton Planning Board addressed several topics, focusing on the safety concerns surrounding a proposed common driveway at a hazardous Dean Street intersection. The meeting also covered adjustments to zoning bylaws affecting local development, including the contentious issue of driveway regulations and the implementation of new fiscal analysis standards for development projects.

Norton Finance Committee Discusses Budgetary Shortfalls and Approves Key Transfers

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Norton Finance Committee addressed budgetary shortfalls and approved several crucial fund transfers to cover overspending in legal, health insurance, and other departments. The committee discussed overspending due to unforeseen expenses and a mistake in health insurance budgeting, leading to a transfer from the unemployment line to cover the deficit.