Lunenburg Open Space Committee Moves Toward Becoming a Standing Committee with New Bylaw Proposal

Overview: During the recent Lunenburg Open Space Committee meeting on November 19, 2025, the primary focus was on finalizing the draft bylaw proposal to transition the committee from an ad hoc status to a formally recognized standing committee. This change aims to enhance the committee’s role in managing and preserving open spaces by including broader representation and refining its mission and goals.

Lunenburg Conservation Commission Reviews Floodplain Project Amid FEMA Map Concerns

Overview: During the Lunenburg Conservation Commission’s meeting on November 19, 2025, the members focused on a proposal by Safe Store Real Estate Company LLC to convert a former auto dealership into a climate-controlled self-storage facility on Summer Street. The project, which involves floodplain fill and compensatory floodplain storage, brought forth discussion due to updated FEMA floodplain maps that appeared to raise the flood elevation unexpectedly.

Lunenburg Faces Financial Hurdles: $90,000 Water Bill from Fitchburg Sparks Intense Discussion

Overview: The Lunenburg Select Board meeting was dominated by discussions around pressing financial issues, particularly the unexpected $90,000 water bill from Fitchburg due to late payments. This matter, alongside adjustments to the FY2026 budget and other fiscal challenges, highlighted the town’s need for careful financial planning and immediate resolutions.

Lunenburg Finance Committee Delays Decision on Special Education Fund Amid Budget Concerns

Overview: The Lunenburg Finance Committee meeting on November 13 primarily focused on pivotal discussions regarding the establishment of a special education reserve fund, the proposal for stormwater consulting funding, and the potential transfer of control over Kids Kingdom to the Select Board. These discussions were marked by debates on financial implications, transparency, and community engagement.

Lunenburg Planning Board Approves Solar Project Amidst Discussion of Open Space Committee Changes

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Lunenburg Planning Board approved a solar development project on Mulpus Road while also considering modifications to the Open Space Committee’s structure and discussing various ongoing projects.