 Pittsfield Health Officials Eye Camping Ordinance AlternativeThe Board of Health plans to present recommendations around public camping in February.  North Adams Glamping Resort Switches to Wellness With Special PermitIt took several attempts, but the Planning Board on Monday approved a new special permit for a camping resort on Notch Road. Pittsfield Public Camping Ban Proposal Sent to Health BoardThe City Council on Tuesday sent the controversial camping ordinance to the Board of Health and requested regular updates beginning Oct. 28. Pittsfield's Camping Ordinance Debate Resumes TuesdayDirector of Public Health Andy Cambi has asked that councilors refer the ordinance to the Pittsfield Board of Health for review and consultation. Pittsfield Council Continues Camping Regs, Files OML ComplaintsA failed motion to continue Tuesday's City Council meeting past 10 p.m. meant the controversial "Camping on Public Property" ordinance was pushed to another date. Amended Camping Ordinance Sent to Pittsfield City CouncilThe controversial public camping ordinance has been referred back to the City Council with several "compromises."  Pittsfield Subcommittee Mulls Controversial 'Camping Ordinance'It has sparked both outrage and a drive to collaborate across sectors to come up with solutions. Both were brought to Council Chambers last Tuesday during the public health and safety subcommittee meeting. Pittsfield Public Camping Ban Sparks Outrage at Council MeetingA proposal to ban public camping ran into pushback from residents and councilors last week.  Adams ZBA Gives Thumbs Up to Camping VentureThe Zoning Board of Appeals on Tuesday granted Kathryn Foley and Christian Rowe a special permit to operate the campsites with conditions.  Clarksburg State Park Adding YurtsThe state Department of Conservation and Recreation is planning to add four yurts to Clarksburg State Park. Beartown State Forest Campground Extends Camping SeasonIn July, the campground reopened with more than $350,000 in improvements, including modern bathroom facilities and enhanced amenities. |
