Acushnet Planning Board Debates Solar Projects’ Visual Impact and Permit Extensions

Overview: The Acushnet Planning Board’s recent meeting on September 5th focused mainly on solar project developments, addressing community concerns about visual impacts and the need for extensions on special permits.

Acushnet Board Discusses School Budget Concerns and Debt Reduction Strategies

Overview: At the recent Acushnet Board of Selectmen meeting, discussions centered on school budget allocations, debt reduction strategies, and various town resources management issues.

Eversource Projects Dominate Acushnet Conservation Commission Meeting with Extensive Environmental Discussions

Overview: The Acushnet Conservation Commission’s recent meeting focused heavily on multiple Eversource Energy projects, which included the installation of new overhead electric transmission lines and the replacement of aging underground transmission lines. These projects generated discussion about environmental impacts and mitigation measures.

Acushnet Board Approves Pavilion and Accessory Apartment Amid Property Improvement Requests

Overview: The Acushnet Board of Selectmen approved two significant petitions during their recent meeting: the construction of a pavilion on Mario Correa’s property and the establishment of an accessory apartment for Phil Vieira.

Acushnet Planning Board Deliberates on Vegetative Surety and Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations

Overview: The Acushnet Planning Board convened on August 22nd to discuss several issues, including the vegetative screening cash surety for Robinson Road and upcoming changes to accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations. The meeting also addressed a proposed improvement project on Hartley Street and the implications of merging and unmerging lots.