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- MA
- Essex County
- 3/3/25
- 03/08/2025
- 60 Minutes
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Overview: The Newbury Human Resource Board’s recent meeting focused on a comprehensive compensation survey and the challenges facing the recruitment and retention of town employees, especially in light of evolving market conditions and demographic trends. Discussions emphasized the importance of data-driven adjustments to salary structures to ensure competitiveness and compliance with pay equity laws.
- MA
- Essex County
- 2/26/25
- 02/28/2025
- 49 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: In a recent virtual meeting, the Newbury Planning Board discussed significant amendments to the town’s zoning bylaws, focusing on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and the floodplain bylaw, among others. These proposed changes aim to provide clarity and align with state guidelines, and they are set for consideration at the upcoming annual town meeting.
- MA
- Essex County
- 2/26/25
- 03/06/2025
- 49 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Newbury Planning Board recently convened to discuss and finalize proposed zoning amendments ahead of the upcoming annual town meeting. Key topics included the complete overhaul of accessory dwelling unit (ADU) bylaws, clarifications on zoning terminology, and considerations related to floodplain regulations. The board’s decisions are aimed at aligning with state recommendations and local planning goals.
- MA
- Essex County
- 2/25/25
- 02/27/2025
- 35 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Newbury Select Board made several decisions, including approving a development project that includes significant land donations to the Green Belt, accepting numerous grants that benefit both town security and infrastructure, and handling various budgetary and administrative matters.
- MA
- Essex County
- 2/25/25
- 03/08/2025
- 132 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Newbury Open Space Committee is focusing its efforts on a comprehensive survey to gather resident input for updating the town’s open space and recreation plan. The survey aims to reflect community priorities, such as the need for more recreational facilities and conservation efforts, and is expected to be distributed by March or April. Discussions also included updates on the Boston Border Trail project and challenges related to local trail access and property management.
