Fall River TIF Board Approves Housing Projects, Denies Cook Pond Tax Break

Overview: The Fall River Tax Increment Financing Board approved a tax increment financing (TIF) agreement for the redevelopment of the historic Globe Street Mill into 89 market-rate residential units. However, the board denied a TIF request for the Overlook at Cook Pond project, a new townhouse development on South Main Street.

Maynard Finance Committee Weighs School Funding Override Amid Economic Concerns

Overview: The Maynard Finance Committee meeting delved into the issue of a proposed school funding override, reflecting broader economic concerns affecting the community. The committee engaged in an intensive discussion about the potential financial implications of a $1.1 million school budget override and its impact on taxpayers, highlighting the ongoing challenge of balancing educational needs with fiscal prudence. Other topics included the operational costs of the new Green Meadow School and the proposal for a cost-of-living adjustment for public retirees.

Norton Finance Committee Deliberates $6 Million Elm Street Project Amid Budget Constraints

Overview: The Norton Finance Committee meeting primarily focused on the significant Elm Street infrastructure project, alongside discussions surrounding the town’s budget challenges, grant funding, and the search for a new town manager. The committee tackled the financial implications of the Elm Street project, featuring a revised plan estimated at $6 million, and considered the challenges posed by the town’s budget shortfall and necessary staffing decisions.

Acushnet Finance Committee Faces Challenges in Police Department Staffing and Budgeting

Overview: During the recent Acushnet Finance Committee meeting, the primary focus was the ongoing challenges within the town’s police department, particularly concerning staffing and budgetary constraints.

Westport Finance Committee Debates Campground Debt and Special Education Funding

Overview: During the recent Westport Finance Committee meeting, members engaged in discussions about budget allocations, focusing primarily on the categorization of campground debt and the allocation of funds for special education. These discussions were marked by differing opinions on financial management strategies and the implications of free cash allocations.