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- MA
- Bristol County
- 12/2/24
- 12/03/2024
- 103 Minutes
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Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen convened to address crucial fiscal matters impacting the town’s tax structure and the potential repercussions on both residents and businesses. Key discussions revolved around the proposed tax shifts for the fiscal year 2025, the transition of major local businesses from Tax Increment Financing agreements, and the implications of state legislative changes on property zoning and development.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 11/25/24
- 12/18/2024
- 54 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Freetown Conservation Commission meeting on November 25, 2024, addressed several issues, including a cease and desist order for a project on Boxberry Lane, discussions surrounding a land donation on Richmond Road, and updates on ongoing forestry plans. The commission also reviewed proposals for new developments and compliance requests.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 11/25/24
- 11/26/2024
- 11 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Freetown Board of Selectmen focused on optimizing town resources by approving strategic equipment transfers. These included a decision to send a 2010 John Deere loader to the transfer station and declaring the current loader at the station as surplus for trade-in. This move, facilitated by funds available through ARPA and departmental budgets, will reduce the cost of acquiring new equipment.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 11/25/24
- 11/26/2024
- 54 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Freetown Conservation Commission meeting, discussion centered around a potential land donation at zero Richmond Road and ongoing concerns about compliance with wetlands regulations on various properties.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 11/19/24
- 12/17/2024
- 92 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen meeting focused heavily on the challenges posed by new state guidelines for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and their implications for local zoning laws. As the state pushes for municipalities to adopt updated regulations, Freetown’s officials are navigating issues related to zoning classifications, community impact, and compliance with state mandates. Concerns about the potential proliferation of ADUs and their effects on neighborhood integrity were prominent, highlighting the urgency to align local bylaws with the new state requirements.
