A number of articles will be presented at this year’s Town Meeting that seek to alter or reverse bylaws that were created as a result of Town Meeting 2023. Despite Town Meeting members approving the change of Select Board terms to three years and voting for a seasonal leaf blower ban, other residents have brought forward articles that seek to change those … [Read more...] about Town Meeting articles offer reversals
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LTE: Marblehead Warrant Article 36 is unimportant and misleading
Marblehead Warrant Article 36 has stimulated interest and questions about its impact on our town. A Google search provides an important description of the legislation objectives its application and the communities targeted on the state's website: "Program Description: The Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP), established by M.G.L., Chapter 40V, provides Gateway … [Read more...] about LTE: Marblehead Warrant Article 36 is unimportant and misleading
Select Board holds charter commission discussion
The process to incorporate a town charter in Marblehead is officially underway. After posting a notice on the town’s website, seeking volunteers for a charter study commission, the Select Board held a charter presentation at their most recent meeting, led by Michael Ward from the Collins Center for Public Management. The presentation focused on multiple aspects of … [Read more...] about Select Board holds charter commission discussion
Leaf blowers, recall of town officials highlight 2024 Town Meeting Warrant
The 2024 Town Meeting Warrant is set. This year’s warrant includes a total of 53 articles, ranging from yearly budget approvals to gas-powered leaf blowers. Here are some of the most noteworthy articles that will be presented at Town Meeting 2024, which will take place May 5 at Veterans Middle School. Articles 24 and 25: Adopt local meals tax and room tax Since Town … [Read more...] about Leaf blowers, recall of town officials highlight 2024 Town Meeting Warrant
MBTA zoning article public hearing set for April 9
At a meeting Tuesday night, the Planning Board discussed how to move forward with community engagement before the public hearing for the MBTA zoning article, which is scheduled for April 9. In 2021, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts passed a law requiring MBTA communities to have at least one zoning district set aside for multifamily housing as of right. Because Marblehead … [Read more...] about MBTA zoning article public hearing set for April 9