Southwick Conservation Commission approves dock variance, erosion monitor
Southwick Conservation Commission unanimously approves dock variance and names erosion monitor. Chairman Norman Cheever opened the January 5 hybrid meeting with six members present; Commissioner Jerry Patria was absent. The board unanimously approved a variance for a dock at 52-58 Lakemont Street
Conservation Commission · Meeting of January 5, 2026
Southwick Conservation Commission unanimously approves dock variance and names erosion monitor. Chairman Norman Cheever opened the January 5 hybrid meeting with six members present; Commissioner Jerry Patria was absent. The board unanimously approved a variance for a dock at 52-58 Lakemont Street to remain in place year-round, and unanimously accepted John Condon as erosion control monitor for 142 Berkshire Avenue work beginning December 16, 2025.
The board continued a proposed three-home subdivision at South Loomis Street to February 2, 2026, and approved the FY27 budget reflecting a 5 percent spending decrease achieved by cutting travel and conference funds.
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Source: the Conservation Commission meeting of January 5, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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