Norton Finance Committee Uncovers $337,500 in School Budget Savings Amid Staffing Shifts and Cybersecurity Concerns

Overview: The Norton Finance Committee meeting on September 9, 2024, revealed developments in the school budget, including unexpected savings, cybersecurity challenges, and ongoing budget management strategies.

Heated Debate Over Regressive Taxes Divides Shutesbury Finance Committee

Overview: The Shutesbury Finance Committee meeting featured a debate over the inclusion of a paragraph discussing the regressive nature of property taxes in a budget request letter, alongside discussions on budget proposal guidelines, upcoming meetings, and open meeting law compliance.

Deerfield Finance Committee Debates $3.86 Million Request for Renovation of Historic 1888 Building

Overview: The Deerfield Finance Committee met on September 5, 2024, to discuss several financial matters, with the renovation of the historic 1888 building and the town’s violation of the Wetlands Protection Act emerging as the primary topics.

Manchester-By-The-Sea Finance Committee Discusses MBTA Communities Act Fiscal Analysis and Budget Planning

Overview: The Manchester-By-The-Sea Finance Committee convened on September 4 to address a range of issues, including the MBTA Communities Act fiscal analysis, budget planning for fiscal year 2026, and upcoming collaboration with various town departments.

Gardner Finance Committee Considers $4,000 Transfer for City Clerk Support and Discusses Council Chamber Dedication

Overview: At the recent Gardner Finance Committee meeting, topics included a $4,000 transfer for City Clerk support, the formation of an ad hoc committee to honor former Councilor Cormier, and approval of a prior year expenditure bill.