On December 11, at the Charles River Regional Chamber (CRRC) Real Estate Forum, an audience member asked, “If Wellesley may lose up to 15% of its population over the next five years, why do you need more housing?” “The housing crisis is a regional crisis,” replied Wellesley’s Planning Director, Eric…
Posts published in December 2024
The Land Use Committee approved the following (see the report and watch the meeting video): The Land Use Committee voted to hold the following: The Land Use Committee voted no action necessary on the following: Present: Councilors Kelley (Chair), Block, Downs, Farrell, Kelley, Laredo, Leary, and LobovitsAlso Present: Councilors Malakie,…
The Finance Committee approved the following (see the report and watch the meeting video): Present: Councilors Gentile (Chair), Malakie, Grossman, Bixby, Humphrey, Greenberg, and LipofAbsent: Councilor MicleyAlso present: Councilors Oliver, Albright, Getz, Danberg, Kalis, Wright, and Krintzman City staff present: Comptroller Steve Curley; Chief Financial Officer Maureen Lemieux; Financial Analyst…
The Zoning & Planning Committee approved the following (see the report and watch the meeting video): No further action was necessary for other items, and no items were denied or held. Present: Councilors Oliver (Vice-Chair), Albright, Wright, Krintzman, Getz, Danberg, and KalisAbsent: Councilor BakerAlso Present: Councilors Gentile, Malakie, Greenberg, Bixby,…
Programs & Services Committee approved the following (see the report and watch the meeting video): Programs & Services Committee voted No Action Necessary on the following: Present: Councilors Krintzman (Chair), Oliver, Micley, Malakie, Humphrey, Lobovits, Baker, andFarrellCity Staff: Anna Nolin, Superintendent; Liam Hurley, Assistant Superintendent/ Chief Financialand Administrative Officer; Mignonne…
Public Facilities Committee approved the following (see the report and watch the meeting video): Public Facilities Committee voted to deny the following: Present: Councilors Albright (Chair), Getz, Kelley, Gentile, Leary, Laredo, and DanbergAbsent: Councilor KalisAlso Present: Councilors Greenberg and MalakieCity Staff: Associate City Engineer John Daghlian and Design Engineer Alfredo…
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee approved the following (see the report and watch the meeting video): The Public Safety & Transportation Committee voted No Action Necessary on the following: Present: Councilors Grossman (Chair), Downs, Lucas, Wright, Block, Greenberg, Lipof and BixbyCity Staff: Sergeant Babcock, Newton Police DepartmentOthers Present: Brian…
The First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton invites all to these holiday services (1326 Washington Street, West Newton): December 21 at 6PM: Winter Solstice Service. On the eve of the winter solstice, gather to reflect on the ways that the darkness nourishes and the light beckons. After readings and music…
Grace Episcopal Church invites all to its Advent and Christmas events! From worship services celebrating the coming of Christ to caroling, wreath-making, and more, Grace’s hope is to bring hope, peace, joy, and love to the Newton community during this season. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are…
City Council will meet in person (Council Chamber) and virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, December 16 at 7:45PM. See Reports Docket and New Docket. Land Use will meet in person (Council Chamber) and virtually (Zoom link) on Tuesday, December 17 at 7PM. The agenda includes the following: Chair’s Note: The…