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The Salem City Council recently convened to discuss several pressing issues, including the adoption of new zoning ordinances and amendments related to accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The meeting highlighted important changes in housing policies aimed at addressing Salem's varied residential needs amid statewide legislative shifts. Key Discussion Highlights:

In the recent meeting of Salem’s City Council Committee on Ordinances, Licenses, and Legal Affairs, members gathered to deliberate critical amendments on local zoning ordinances. As part of the ongoing efforts to address community standards and affordable housing, the council examined potential changes regarding accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and

The City of Salem commenced its fiscal year 2026 budget hearings with a city council committee meeting on May 13, 2025, at 6 p.m. This initial session focused on administration and finance, marking the beginning of a series of hearings scheduled to conclude in mid-June. Councilors took center stage

The City of Salem City Council Committee on Administration and Finance recently convened for its first discussion of the proposed fiscal year 2026 operating budget and capital improvement plans. As part of a series of hearings that will continue through mid-June, members of the council, along with city officials, gathered

In Salem's City Council chambers on May 12th, 2025, an engaging discussion unfolded at the City Council Committee on Government Services meeting, focusing on the pressing regulations surrounding the use of council chambers, particularly concerning weddings and accessibility issues. The meeting brought forth significant deliberations around the accessibility

In a recent city council committee meeting held on May 7th, members gathered to address significant ordinance changes regarding school committee compensation and other legal affairs. The meeting, hosted by Salem Access TV, was attended by all committee members except for Councilor Varela. * Main Agenda Items: The core agenda for

In a focused session on May 7, 2025, the City Council Committee on Ordinances, Licenses, and Legal Affairs in Salem tackled two key issues: simplifying the school committee's compensation ordinance and addressing a public license hearing. * School Committee Compensation Update: * The council sought to simplify the existing ordinance