Meetings and Events

The latest Town Hall meeting, held on May 1, 2025, dove deeply into proposed changes to a condo conversion ordinance in Salem, laying the groundwork for more robust tenant protections. Salem City Council’s Committee on Ordinances, Licenses, and Legal Affairs convened to discuss regulatory updates that address burgeoning condo

In a vigorous session of the Salem City Council Committee on Ordinances, Licenses, and Legal Affairs, officials took an in-depth approach toward addressing condo conversion ordinances. The meeting, held on May 1st, 2025, highlighted the city's drive to safeguard its housing stock and protect renters in the face

Salem Public Schools has officially opened the registration for student transportation for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. Families are encouraged to act promptly, as applications are only being accepted online until July 1st, 2025. This registration process is critical to ensuring that everyone who needs school transport can be accommodated.

As October draws closer, the Salem City Council gathered to review the 2024 Haunted Happenings season, evaluating its impact from safety measures to economic contributions. Key stakeholders from city departments, alongside local community members, presented a comprehensive analysis of the annual event's successes and areas needing improvement. * Safety

At the recent Salem City Council Committee on Community and Economic Development meeting, officials came together to discuss the 2024 Haunted Happenings report, emphasizing the event's significant impact on the town. The meeting, an in-person session, provided an overview of safety, economic, and logistical aspects, reflecting on how

In a heated Salem City Council meeting on April 24, 2025, residents and councilors debated proposed amendments to the city's camping ordinance, which targets the rising challenges faced by the unhoused community in the area. The amendments, which aim to modify certain protections for unhoused individuals, were met