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Members: Ann E Bardeen (Chair), Rob Phillips (Vice Chair), Brian R. Murphey (MVPC Representative), Deborah R. Hamilton (CPC Representative), Raymond A. Cook (Clerk), Tim Cronin (Associate Member)

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Government · Planning Board

Stormwater Regulations Public Hearing Set for May 19

West Newbury Planning Board reviewed amended stormwater regulations and confirmed a public hearing scheduled for May 19. Chairperson Ann E Bardeen oversaw the review of changes made based on suggestions from Associate Member Tim Cronin, described as small administrative adjustments.

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Government · Planning Board

Planning Board Defers Marijuana Ban Stance to Voters

West Newbury Planning Board voted 3-1 to defer marijuana prohibition recommendation to voters. Chairperson Ann E Bardeen moved that the Board recommend "will of the town" at the April 27 Town Meeting and May 4 ballot, rather than the Board endorsing the ban.

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Government · Planning Board

Planning Board Sends Marijuana Ban to Town Meeting Without Endorsing It

West Newbury Planning Board declines to endorse marijuana ban, sends it to town meeting as "will of the town." The board voted 3-1 Tuesday to forward a proposed total prohibition on marijuana establishments — Article 19 on the annual town meeting warrant — without recommending passage, over the obje

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Government · Planning Board

Planning Board Pursues Interim Planning Assistance

Planning Board pursues interim planning consultant after budget freeze. Members discussed staffing constraints from a level-funded fiscal 2027 budget, with Brian R. Murphey proposing temporary planning help and locating a consulting firm to manage major projects including the Knapp parcel.

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Government · Planning Board

Planning Board discusses interim planner search, Town Meeting warrant.

Planning Board discusses interim planner after town staff departure. Chair Ann E Bardeen and members determined that interim part-time professional coverage in the Planning Office is necessary and will be pursued in coordination with Select Board and Town Manager support. The Board reviewed

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