Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: June 2 to June 6

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. – The following street improvements are scheduled from June 2 to June 6:
  • June 2: Loam and seed on Newell Street
  • June 3: Final paving course Daniels Avenue
  • June 4: Final paving on Joseph Drive
  • June 5 & 6: Finish loam and seed and raising of structures on Newell Street and Meadow Lane
On-street parking, for the above streets, is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m.- 6 p.m.
 
In addition, MassDOT will be conducting the following work:
  • Adjusting structures and fixing curbing on upper North Street by the Pontoosuc Lake area.
  • Signal loop installation will occur on South Street.
Use caution when traveling on these roads. This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
 
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Dalton Planning Board Denies Berkshire Concrete's Special Permit

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
DALTON, Mass. — After five meetings, the Planning Board voted to deny Berkshire Concrete's special permit, however, the company can still reapply before its current permit expires. 
 
After about 40 minutes of deliberation, board members reiterated recurring concerns raised in previous meetings: the company's lack of clear mitigation plans and ambiguous documentation outlining its work plans.
 
"I really have no confidence in their proposal so far," said Chair Zack McCain III.
 
The board denied the permit without prejudice, meaning Berkshire Concrete, a subsidiary of Petricca Industries, can reapply before its current permit expires in December 2027. 
 
According to the current permit, earth removal, such as excavation, processing, and reclamation is allowed on lots 217-3 and 106-55.1, but is subject to several conditions set forth in 1992, 1994, and 2000. 
 
Conditions include hours of operations, traffic regulations, restoration requirements, and other stipulations. 
 
This decision indicates the board's belief, based on testimony and provided evidence that the excavation activities in the areas cannot occur without having a negative impact on the abutting neighborhood. 
 
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