Newbury Conservation Commission Addresses Stormwater Management During Pavilion Project Review.

Overview: The Newbury Conservation Commission’s recent meeting focused on the intricacies of stormwater management related to a pavilion project, while addressing a range of compliance and environmental issues.

Kentway Site Emerges as Front-runner for New Building in Newbury

Overview: The Newbury Select Board meeting centered on evaluating potential sites for a new town facility, with the Kentway Land and Library site emerging as a leading contender. Detailed discussions on site scoring, community accessibility, and future development prospects dominated the session, as board members weighed the merits and challenges associated with each location. The deliberations also touched upon public safety improvements needed at local intersections and the complexities of expanding existing town facilities.

Whittier Regional Technical School Committee Approves $540,400 Security Contract Amidst Budget and Infrastructure Discussions

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Whittier Regional Technical School Committee, members approved a security contract with Jet Security and discussed budget adjustments, infrastructure projects, and evaluation processes.

Newbury Library Board Eyes Sustainability with Potential Recycling Program Initiative

Overview: During the recent Newbury Library Board meeting, members focused on sustainability issues, specifically the absence of a recycling program within the library. After discussing past unsuccessful attempts to implement such a program, members expressed concern over waste management practices, notably a significant accumulation of documents awaiting shredding. The possibility of coordinating with town hall for shredding services and organizing a community shredding event was explored. There was a consensus on the importance of establishing a recycling initiative, particularly in light of the town’s recent efforts to enhance sustainability. The library currently has unused recycling bins, highlighting past efforts to address this issue. Members agreed to further investigate town hall’s recycling practices to inform the library’s future actions.

Newbury Historical Commission Faces Potential Demolition of Historic High Road Property

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Newbury Historical Commission tackled various issues, most notably the potential demolition of a historic property on High Road. The commission discussed the implications of this possible demolition, emphasizing the need for careful review due to the property’s age and historical significance. The meeting also covered financial management concerns, technical challenges, and membership issues, alongside planning for local events and community engagement.