AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoLocal Governance: Harvard’s town charter review committee is weighing fixes for Town Meeting, including adding a recall provision for elected officials and tightening unclear lines between Select Board policy and the town administrator’s day-to-day authority. Public Safety: Acton’s Select Board declared a Warren Avenue German shepherd “dangerous” after a May bite that seriously injured a resident, ordering owner controls and behavior steps. Environment & Water: Bare Hill Pond’s low levels are sparking debate at Conservation Commission meetings, with residents questioning fall drawdowns and urging more site-specific hydrology in future decisions. Justice: Massachusetts is set to change its rape prosecution deadline so DNA matches can lead to charges even after the current 15-year limit. Politics & Law: Massachusetts senators advanced a plan to curb minors’ exposure to addictive social media features via default settings, reminders, and overnight notification limits. Heat & Utilities: A dangerous heat wave is driving power outages and grid strain across the region, with officials urging residents to cut electricity use during peak hours. Sports: Jaylen Brown says he’s “still processing” his shock trade from the Celtics to the 76ers. Business/Tech: Verizon is putting five Massachusetts copper central-office buildings up for sale on a sale-leaseback basis. Lottery: Megabucks hit a record $22.25 million ahead of Saturday’s drawing.
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