Infrastructure & Development
-
The Proposed Bartlet Mall Renovations Would Be a Costly Quagmire
—
by
The proposed $5.2 million renovation of Bartlet Mall raises concerns about cost, noise, wildlife conservation, and chemical exposure.
-
Our Water Supply and Sewage Treatment Are at Risk
—
by
Newburyport city officials need to prioritize water supply and sewage treatment. That means appointing additional competent Water and Sewer Commissioners.
-
We Can Do Better on Affordable Housing, and it’s Possible with a Little Imagination
—
by
Affordable housing is a universal right, and getting there isn’t as difficult or complex as we make it seem. We just need to use our imaginations and get creative.
-
Affordable or Not, the City isn’t Ready for New Housing in Kmart Site
—
by
The Kmart redevelopment would result in 212 new residential units, putting immense strain on city infrastructure and resources.
-
The New Bike Share Program Will Change How We Get Around Town for the Better
—
by
Newburyport’s new bike share program will make the city more accessible, and give people a more sustainable way to get around town.
-
Sidewalk Turmoil: City Councilor’s War on Bricks Continues
—
by
Ward 2 City Councilor Jennie Donahue is proposing changes to Newburyport’s sidewalks, discouraging the use of brick in favor of concrete. Her efforts are misguided.
-
Three Reasons to Vote YES on Rowley’s 3A Zoning Proposal
—
by
Voting Yes on the 3A zoning proposal would give Rowley more housing options, funding access, and control over local development.
-
Fundraising for an Outdoor Community Pool Should Be Our Next City Initiative
—
by
An outdoor pool would bring all age groups together in a safe setting, and give the community a fun place to meet, gather, and play.
-
As Condos Take Over, Apartments and Affordable Rentals are Fading into Obscurity
—
by
Expensive condos are consuming once-affordable rentals, until soon there will be no reasonably-priced housing left. It’s not just dispiriting to prospective renters, it’s changing the character of our community.
-
The Rec Center is Worth a Modest Tax Hike
—
by
A rec center would give children a fun and constructive way to spend their time, and it’s more affordable than you think.