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Pittsfield Council approves Veil Air Dam takings, zoning and personnel changes; open‑mic time increase fails
Summary
The City Council voted Oct. 8 to approve eminent domain takings for parcels related to the Veil Air Dam remediation, adopted a zoning correction and multiple personnel compensation changes, reactivated the Youth Commission and accepted a state tax law provision; a proposal to extend open‑mic time from 3 to 5 minutes failed.
The Pittsfield City Council on Oct. 8 approved multiple measures including an order authorizing permanent takings by eminent domain of two parcels on Macona Street to support remediation work at the Veil Air Dam, and adopted a series of ordinances and personnel changes that the mayor had recommended.
Councilor Warren and others said the takings are necessary to pursue environmental remediation and to secure available state and federal funds. The motion to approve the eminent domain order passed by roll call 9–0 (nine yes, zero no; two members were not present at roll call). The council…
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