Littleton School Committee Tackles New School Site and Construction Plans

Overview: The Littleton School Committee convened recently to discuss a crucial matter for the local community – the design and construction of a new school building. Following an intense review and discussion, the committee expressed preference for the new construction option on the upper field of the Shaker Lane campus, which also includes the addition renovation option. This choice brought concerns regarding potential issues such as space limitations, increased traffic, and the impact on existing community resources like the much-utilized fields for recreation and school activities.

Littleton Permanent Municipal Building Committee Tackles School Projects and Senior Center Construction

Overview: In Littleton, the Permanent Municipal Building Committee met to address ongoing construction projects, particularly focusing on progress at the local high school, a new Senior Center, and the Indian Hill school project.

Littleton School Committee Appoints New Finance Committee Representative

Overview: The Littleton School Committee appointed Jonathan Vance to serve as the finance committee representative through May 2027. Vance brings a wealth of expertise, including an MBA and a background in business analytics, having worked internationally and served in the military. The appointment is aimed at ensuring the school committee’s interests are well represented and understood during the town’s financial planning process.

Littleton Board Tackles Well Water Regulation Overhaul

Overview: The Littleton Board of Selectmen convened on June 26, 2024, to address the complexities of well water regulations, including the categorization of wells, the clarity of permit requirements, and the safeguarding of water quality. With a focus on ensuring public health and environmental safety, the meeting advanced discussions on the potential reclassification of wells, the implementation of clearer language in water supply certificates, and the establishment of setback distances for various types of wells. Additionally, concerns related to record-keeping for older wells and the regulation of municipal groundwater supplies were brought to the forefront.

Littleton Housing Board Advances Affordable Housing Initiatives

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Littleton Affordable Housing Trust Board tackled a range of issues important to the development and management of affordable housing in the town. The board’s discussions spanned from proposed partnerships and financial contributions to Habitat for Humanity, to strategy and funding allocation for upcoming housing projects, and the implementation of a homeowner minigrant program.