Freetown Approves Key Infrastructure and Community Project Contracts

Overview: In a move to enhance community facilities and services, the Freetown Board of Selectmen approved several significant contracts during their June 17th, 2024, meeting. Among these were agreements for essential stone foundation repairs on a historic schoolhouse, curbside trash and recycling services, preventive maintenance for the police station’s HVAC system, and an online permitting system for conservation. The board also addressed preparations for the town’s Fourth of July celebrations, approved a series of reappointments, and ratified financial adjustments and employment offers.

Freetown Commission Approves Septic Upgrades and Tree Removal

Overview: The Freetown Conservation Commission meeting recently concluded with a series of approvals for property modifications, addressing community concerns about septic systems, dead tree removal, and water flow management. Topics included the approval of septic system repairs and replacements at three locations—35 Central Avenue, 18 Leonard Street, and Roundville Drive—with conditions for erosion and siltation control, and the removal of five dead trees on Cliff Drive after deliberation about the accuracy of their assessment. Additionally, the public hearing for water flow concerns on Walnut Street was continued pending further investigation and proposal of a solution.

Freetown Grapples with Housing: Zoning and Infrastructure at Forefront

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen’s recent meeting brought to the fore issues surrounding zoning bylaws, the potential development of 750 housing units, infrastructure capacity, and compliance with the state’s Supreme Judicial Court order. The discussions centered on the town’s obligations to amend zoning bylaws to permit multifamily housing as a right in at least one district, a mandate which the town had not yet met, and the implications of non-compliance, including the possibility of fines and the withholding of grant money.

Freetown Selectmen Discuss Public Service and Town Projects

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Freetown Board of Selectmen covered a breadth of topics, ranging from personal insights into public service to town projects that will impact infrastructure and community services. The most noteworthy discussions involved plans for infrastructure improvements, such as the fire station enhancements and the construction of a new pickleball court, as well as the selectmen’s experience in their roles and their dedication to serving the needs of the town.

Freetown Selectmen Address Safety at Hazardous Intersection

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Freetown Board of Selectmen, the most significant item discussed was the hazardous conditions at the Bry, Gurney, and Chase Road intersections, where local high school students presented a case for the addition of stop signs to create a four-way stop. The students, having conducted a survey among residents, emphasized the dangers posed by speeding vehicles and the potential for accidents. The board’s response to the presentation was one of commendation for the students’ efforts and a keen interest in the procedural next steps, which include reviewing incident reports, collaborating with relevant departments, and possibly conducting an engineering study.