Administration
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Town Meeting, April 24, 2024
Town Meeting voted to expand the definition of “major renovation” under the fossil fuel-free bylaw to include significant residential and commercial additions and changes of use. The bylaw amendment, if approved by the Attorney General’s office, could become effective on May 21, 2024. Continue reading
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Select Board, April 08, 2024
The board heard concerns over Cambridge sewer discharges affecting Arlington residents and scheduled a public meeting with the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. Continue reading
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Select Board, April 01, 2024
The board voted 4-1 in favor of a by-law amendment that prohibits targeted residential picketing in Arlington to balance privacy concerns against free speech, and unanimously approved land acquisitions for the Stratton Safe Routes to School project to enhance children’s safety. Continue reading
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Finance Committee, March 20, 2024
The Finance Committee approved an increased insurance budget due to rising costs, while also addressing budget cuts and maintenance of funding for various community committees. Continue reading
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Select Board, March 18, 2024
The Select Board focused on amending a bylaw to better manage vacant storefronts on Massachusetts Avenue and Broadway and voted to give themselves the flexibility to change the annual town meeting date to avoid conflicts with significant events or holidays. Continue reading
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Finance Committee, March 13, 2024
During the recent government meeting, officials passed proposals affecting private way improvements, requiring a 50% project deposit for betterments and a $100,000 reseed for the private way fund. Continue reading
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Finance Committee, March 06, 2024
The Capital Planning Committee discussed the high school renovation and progress on key infrastructure projects while members voted to approve the recommended budget for FY 25 and the five-year capital plan. Continue reading
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Finance Committee, March 04, 2024
The committee has tabled the Human Rights Commission budget pending further detail on their $10,000 request, especially regarding the need for separate email addresses, while the Zero Waste budget was approved without changes from the previous year. Continue reading
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Finance Committee, February 28, 2024
The Finance Committee approved a number of town commissions’ budgets, including $35,000 for the Arlington Commission on Arts and Culture. Continue reading
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Finance Committee, February 26, 2024
The town’s maintenance contract for street lighting has increased along with the electricity costs for the 2024 fiscal year. Continue reading
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