ATHOL Gov. Charlie Baker, Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Kathleen Theoharides, and Department of Energy Resources (DOER) Commissioner Patrick Woodcock last week announced the awarding of nearly $8.3 in Green Communities Competitive.
Plans for former Riverbend, Bigelow schools approved by planning board
From the common playground area located on Park Avenue, the former Riverbend School is visible on the left (rear), and the former Ellen Bigelow School is on the right. Staff file photo
Published: 2/14/2021 1:18:34 PM
Modified: 2/14/2021 1:18:34 PM
ATHOL The Board of Planning and Community Development has given its blessing to a proposal to transform the former Riverbend and Bigelow schools into intergenerational housing. The board, at its most recent meeting, voted unanimously to approve the site plan for the development proposed by NewVue Affordable Housing Corporation of Fitchburg. The cost of turning former classrooms and offices into apartments, as well as constructing a new building on site to accommodate additional units and community space, has been estimated at as much as $30 million.
Athol seeks feedback on Lord Pond Plaza future
The parking lot of Lord Pond Plaza in Athol, which has been described as “a sea of concrete,” is a focus of urban redevelopment. Staff Photo/Greg Vine
Published: 1/6/2021 1:54:19 PM
Modified: 1/6/2021 1:54:09 PM
ATHOL Athol officials are seeking the public’s input regarding the future of Lord Pond Plaza. Residents are being asked to complete a survey developed as part of the town’s participation in the state’s Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness program, which is designed to help cities and towns respond to climate extremes and emergencies.
“We had a site walk (at Lord Pond) in December and we had 25 or 30 people show up,” said Athol Director of Planning and Development Eric Smith, “and different concepts were discussed.