 North Adams Airport Hangar Project Price IncreaseEngineer Peter Enzien gave his report to the commission Tuesday and noted that the hangar project will be a little more costly than originally anticipated with a new estimate of $642,000.  Pittsfield Parks Commission OKs Pickleball Facility DesignUsers will be welcomed by a plaza area that has a bike rack, a trash can, and possibly a bulletin board kiosk. It will be fully accessible from the 23-space parking lot with three handicapped-accessible spots. Nomination Papers Available in ClarksburgNomination papers are available in the town clerk's office for the annual town election on May 30.  Pittsfield Subcommittee OKs Draft Chicken OrdinanceOn Monday, the Ordinances and Rules subcommittee supported a drafted ordinance that brings the cost of keeping six chickens from over $500 to $25. Greylock Glen Campground Developer Holding Public ForumThe developers chosen for the Greylock Glen camping area are holding a public forum on Thursday, March 22, at 5:30 p.m. at the former St. Mark's Church on Commercial Street.  'Assume Nothing' Discussion at the AthenaeumThe memoir was written by Tanya Selvaratnam about her relationship with former NY State Attorney General, Eric Schneiderman, and how she was able to extricate herself from the relationship and his abuse. Warmer Temperatures With Rain Later This WeekExpect some spring-like weather this week. According to Accuweather, Today, Wednesday, March 22, Temperatures will near 60 degrees with mostly cloudy skies. ThunderFest is this WeekendAdmission is free to this day of live music, vendors, and family fun. Pittsfield Council to Tackle Snow Removal DesignationThe Public Works subcommittee last week referred the request to the Ordinances and Rules subcommittee to start the process. Dalton Town Hall Renovations On Time, On BudgetThe building was expected to be completely sealed by this past Tuesday and workers will also be setting up the staging in the opera house, or attic area, to commence work there.  Driver Arrested in Accidents in Dalton, PittsfieldA minivan heading toward the Coltsville intersection was apparently rear-ended by a light gray Chevrolet Malibu. The Malibu's front bumper was stuck on the back of the van.  Structurally Deficient Brown Street Bridge Closed in North AdamsThe 26-foot steel structure's poor condition is well known and it was listed with 19 other bridges in the Berkshires requiring repairs or replacement using funding from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Act. Williamstown Police Seeking 9 Percent Budget HikeA return to pre-pandemic level staffing and an adjustment to the commonwealth's police reforms have the Police Department seeking a 9 percent increase in funding in the fiscal year 2024 budget. No Races On Adams BallotAll those who have returned papers will run unopposed.  Adams Reviewing $17.5M Budget for Fiscal 2024The total budget for next year is estimated at $17,463,948, up about $476,975, or 2.8 percent over this year. The main drivers of this increase are hikes in health insurance, contractual obligations, the operations of the wastewater system, and operating expenses. Governor Names Director of Federal Funds and InfrastructurePalfrey is charged with working across all secretariats to drive the administration's competitive efforts around federal funding for key infrastructure, climate and economic development projects.  Public Works Subcommittee Supports Pittsfield Road Paving RequestsKronick referenced a pavement condition index (PCI) that listed Maryland Avenue in the 10th poorest condition and Delaware Avenue not far behind.  Lenox Spring DanceThe dance will be held March 25 from 7 p.m. from 10 p.m.  Wigwam Owners Open Boba Tea and Gift Shop in AdamsWigwam Western Summit owners Lea King and Wayne Gelinas want to demonstrate the "soul" of the Berkshires with their new endeavor 57 Park Street Gifts & Goodies. Lack of Assisted Living Demand Has Sweetwood Eyeing ApartmentsThe owner of Sweetwood assisted living facility on Cold Spring Road is looking to change its zoning to allow its vacant units to be leased as apartments.  Dedication & Strength: Crosby Educator Continues Work Despite IllnessA preschool educator is with serious illness says a passion for her career and love for her pupils is keeping her going. Construction Grant Changes No Longer Align with Berkshire Atheneum's GoalsThis grant round is really no longer a renovation program, library Director Alex Reczkowski said during a trustees meeting last week. North Adams Commission Passes on River Street Parking BanThe Traffic Commission is holding off on any changes to parking along River Street near the Corner Store. Registrations Open for 2nd Street WorkshopsThe workshops, open to formerly incarcerated men and women in Berkshire County, are associated with the new programs Insight Out and Using Our Outside Voices, created by 2nd Street in partnership with Berkshire Museum and Berkshire Community College.  Greylock Federal Opening Expanded Branch on Park Street in LeeGreylock officials say the credit union's Lee membership has nearly doubled over the last decade, necessitating a "more roomy, welcoming and functional space." |
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