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- Bristol County
- 6/10/24
- 07/03/2024
- 46 Minutes
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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.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 6/3/24
- 06/07/2024
- 73 Minutes
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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.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/28/24
- 06/06/2024
- 46 Minutes
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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.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/20/24
- 05/21/2024
- 62 Minutes
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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.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/14/24
- 05/15/2024
- 49 Minutes
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Overview: In an effort to bolster the town’s emergency services, the Freetown Board of Selectmen approved the purchase of a new ambulance at the cost of $550,000 as well as the funding of union contracts for the Freetown Firefighters Union during their recent meeting. This decision comes amidst the board’s discussions on various town meeting warrant articles, including the allocation of funds for fire hydrant repairs, an Actuarial report for the OPB study, and the establishment of an Elementary School maintenance stabilization fund.
