Swampscott Select Board Tackles Clark School’s Future and Community Space Concerns

Overview: The Swampscott Select Board meeting primarily focused on the future use of the Clark School as a community hub and the definition of community space in a proposed development project. Discussions included leveraging the Clark School for local programs, managing associated operational costs, and ensuring that community space fulfills residents’ expectations.

Minneapolis Explores Alternative Revenue Streams to Reduce Dependence on Property Taxes

Overview: In a detailed and extensive meeting, Minneapolis city officials and advisors explored potential alternative revenue streams to alleviate the city’s heavy reliance on property taxes. This discussion comes amid growing concerns about affordability and the limitations imposed by state regulations on local taxation measures. The presentation by Andrew Hawkins, Director of the Legislative Research and Oversight Office, highlighted the city’s current fiscal landscape and possible pathways to diversify revenue sources.

Lakeville Select Board Discusses Student Programs and Future of School Pool

Overview: During the recent Lakeville Select Board meeting, members focused on educational programs and community engagement, emphasizing student achievements in STEM and athletics, and deliberated on future plans for the school district’s pool. They also addressed ongoing financial matters, including retiree health insurance rates and funding for school initiatives.

Dighton Board of Selectmen Address Main Street Construction Delays and Appoint New Officials

Overview: The Dighton Board of Selectmen meeting on October 22, 2025, was marked by discussions on the ongoing Main Street construction project, with concerns about police detail coverage and funding challenges taking center stage. Alongside infrastructure updates, the board made appointments and entertained community initiatives.

Ridgewood Council Grapples with Health Insurance Costs, Traffic Safety, and Community Initiatives

Overview: The Ridgewood Village Council meeting focused on issues, including a proposed high-deductible health insurance plan for municipal employees to counteract a projected 36% increase in current health plan costs. The session also addressed traffic safety measures, such as the implementation of one-way streets and bumpouts, and highlighted ongoing community initiatives.