The Council voted 9-0 to refer a proposal for 54 units of 100% for-sale affordable housing at 230 Newington Road for required reviews and a January 27, 2026 public hearing at 6:45 p.m.
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The housing proposal was not approved at this meeting; it was sent to reviewing bodies for further evaluation before the public hearing. The Council also directed the Town Manager to submit an automated traffic enforcement plan for approval and approved site changes, subject to conditions, at 2558 Albany Avenue. Other actions included a fiscal year 2024-2025 budget amendment, grants for library Wi-Fi and DUI enforcement, and the appointment of Dallas C. Dodge as Corporation Counsel.
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Referred the proposed 54-unit, 100% for-sale affordable housing development at 230 Newington Road for required reviews and set a public hearing for January 27, 2026, at 6:45 p.m.; the motion passed 9-0.
Directed the Town Manager to submit an automated traffic enforcement safety device plan for approval; the motion passed 9-0.
Approved, subject to conditions, an amendment for 2558 Albany Avenue involving demolition of the existing building, vegetation removal, and site regrading; the motion passed 9-0.
Received the applicant's request to withdraw the related 2550 Albany Avenue application; the motion passed 9-0.
Referred a proposed ordinance allowing recreational vehicles as an accessory use in existing single-family residence districts and set a January 27, 2026, public hearing for 6:30 p.m.
Approved a fiscal year 2024-2025 General Fund budget amendment covering transfers to several funds and accruals for tax assessment appeals and contract settlements.
Approved grant funding for expanded library Wi-Fi services and comprehensive DUI enforcement.
Appointed Dallas C. Dodge as Corporation Counsel.
Authorized participation in the Network of Age-Friendly Communities and accepted donations supporting America's 250 commemoration.
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