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- MA
- Essex County
- 10/16/24
- 10/18/2024
- 92 Minutes
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Overview: The Newbury Planning Board meeting on October 16, 2024, focused heavily on the ongoing site plan review for Whiffle Tree Works’ proposed use of a barn on Marsh Meadow Lane. The meeting, conducted remotely, addressed various aspects of the project, including community concerns about safety, noise, and environmental impact, stemming from the barn’s intended use as a nonprofit educational space.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/15/24
- 10/24/2024
- 95 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Newbury Open Space Committee meeting on October 15th focused on exploring grant opportunities, improving public access to trail maps, and addressing the current inadequacies of local recreational properties. Members discussed the potential for significant funding through state grants, while also acknowledging the challenges posed by outdated mapping and website infrastructure.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/15/24
- 10/18/2024
- 176 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Newbury Conservation Commission meeting, discussions were held regarding compliance issues, potential flooding risks, and the need for more plans and environmental assessments for various local projects. Key topics included a proposed merchandise container at Old Point Road and a critical examination of a garage project at Pine Island Road, both requiring further information to meet environmental standards.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/10/24
- 10/24/2024
- 47 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Newbury Historical Commission tackled issues related to historic site preservation, community engagement, and proposed developments within the town. The commission expressed concerns over the aesthetic and historical appropriateness of protective measures around the Witches Stone, discussed the implications of planned construction at the Bushy Estate, and evaluated the need for improvements to a local schoolhouse.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/9/24
- 10/09/2024
- 56 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Whittier Regional Technical School Committee meeting focused on discussions around MCAS results, career technical education updates, and the financial health of the school. The meeting revealed that Whittier students continue to demonstrate exceptional academic performance, particularly in their MCAS results, and highlighted ongoing improvements and new initiatives in career technical education.
