Lunenburg Board of Assessors Tackle Property Tax Deferrals and Website Launch

Overview: The Lunenburg Board of Assessors meeting addressed the complexities of property tax deferrals, the development of a new website for the department, and the formation of a neighborhood review committee.

Lunenburg Task Force Discusses Stormwater Education and High School Project

Overview: The Lunenburg Stormwater Task Force meeting focused on two issues: the development of an outreach presentation aimed at educating the public on stormwater management and addressing questions related to a proposed stormwater demonstration project at the local high school.

Lunenburg Water District Approves $32.2 Million for New Treatment Facility

Overview: In a recent session, Lunenburg Water District has approved a substantial appropriation of $32.2 million for the design and construction of a new wastewater treatment facility. This decision came about during a special meeting of the Lunenburg Water District Board. The new facility will be located at the existing Lancaster Avenue wellfield. Financing for this project will be through a state revolving fund loan with a minimum of 3.3% principal forgiveness, and it is set to address the current and future water treatment needs of the district, including the treatment of iron, manganese, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS levels currently permitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are at four parts per trillion, and all water supplies in the district are expected to require treatment for PFAS in the near future.

Lunenburg Parks Commission Eyes ADA Grant and Dog Park Creation

Overview: The Lunenburg Parks Commission delved into a series of project updates and grant discussions, with the proposal of an ADA grant and the conversion of a T-ball field into a dog park taking center stage. The commission proposed an ADA grant of $136,800 aimed at enhancing accessibility at Marshall Park, considering the potential benefits for persons with disabilities. Another highlight was the potential repurposing of the T-ball field as a dog park, a topic that involved discussions around insurance requirements and project timelines.

Lunenburg High Students Advocate for Pedestrian Infrastructure

Overview: In a recent Lunenburg Planning Board meeting, the most notable discussion centered on the advocacy by a group of Lunenburg High School students for more pedestrian-friendly infrastructure in the town. They specifically called for the implementation of sidewalks on the west side of Massachusetts Avenue and presented data to support their argument. The students emphasized the community well-being and the connection between residential and business areas as benefits of having sidewalks. The board acknowledged the students’ efforts and recommended they participate in the town’s master planning process to further their cause.