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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bedford public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
C-PACER Clean Energy Financing Program
The commission wants the Town Council to adopt C-PACER, letting businesses finance clean-energy upgrades through property tax assessments with no administrative burden on town staff. A $22.3 million housing project in Lebanon shows the program works.
Potential Town land-for-State land swap
A possible land swap was raised as a promising option for finding space, but details remain in non-public session while talks are early.
State housing funding shortfall stalls South River Road apartments
Developers in Bedford must set aside at least 10% affordable units, but rental rates are tied to the cheaper Manchester HUD region — making projects hard to pencil out. The 9 Sunset Lane project stands out with 85% affordable units.
Olympus Way private road paving dispute
The Olympus Way HOA asked the board to enforce a condition requiring final paving of its private road, but the town attorney said the board has no jurisdiction.
Senior housing supply in Bedford
Three separate senior housing projects surfaced tonight — a 62-unit extension, a 16-unit apartment concept, and a 66-unit assisted living concept — showing strong demand for 55-plus housing in town.