US Representative Stephen Lynch said he was informed some companies working on the hospital project had begun pulling building materials and equipment from the property.
Norwood joins in call to obtain ARP funds from Norfolk County
Wicked Local
NORWOOD – Norwood is slated to receive $2.9 million in funds from the American Rescue Plan, a federal program providing financial relief to communities impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
The town could receive more if Norfolk County releases part its ARP allocation, estimated at $137 million.
According to Town Manager Tony Mazzucco, the county received ARP funds even though it is not responsible for the county’s schools (aside from Norfolk Agricultural), public health programs or other infrastructure handled by communities.
During a discussion with the Board of Selectmen on April 20, Mazzucco said Norwood is teaming up with other Norfolk County communities to ask county government officials to transfer at least some of the funds to communities.
Wicked Local
NORWOOD – It may be some time before Heritage Baptist Church can return to its home on Washington Street in Norwood Center.
The church is currently renting space in Foxborough.
The church’s basement was flooded in the June 28 storms that dumped 4 inches of rain in less than an hour. The resulting damage (estimated at $300,000, according to Town Manager Tony Mazzucco) led to a disconnection of the gas service.
The problem? The church needs to connect to a high-pressure gas line on Washington Street, but the church has a slab foundation, and current regulations will not allow gas lines under a slab. Instead, National Grid recommended installing meters (with bollards) at the front of the church.