Milton Select Board Eyes Laboret College for Educational Expansion

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Milton Select Board deliberated on the potential acquisition of the Laboret College campus, which is expected to be on the market by the end of August. This prospect comes as the town faces pressing demands to alleviate overcrowding in its schools. The discussions centered on the site’s condition, potential uses, and the financial implications of transforming the campus into a functional educational facility.

Blandford Select Board Approves Audiovisual Upgrade to Enhance Public Meetings

Overview: In a recent Blandford Select Board meeting, the board approved an agreement with Valley Communications Systems to enhance the town’s audiovisual capabilities. The board also addressed various administrative and community initiatives, including tax billing procedures, preparedness plans for wildlife, and the review of solar application processes.

Reading Select Board Discusses Potential Override Amidst Financial Concerns

Overview: The Reading Select Board recently convened to address pressing financial challenges facing the town, particularly the need for a potential override to mitigate the dwindling reserves and looming budgetary constraints. The board members deliberated on the town’s financial trajectory, with a focus on how to address a structural deficit exceeding $6 million and maintain essential public services. They underscored the importance of transparency and community involvement in the decision-making process, emphasizing the need for a strategic approach to fiscal planning.

Milton Select Board to Address Traffic Issues with MassDOT Consultation

Overview: The Milton Select Board meeting on April 30, 2026, focused on several topics, with a emphasis on local traffic issues. It was announced that representatives from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) would be invited to present their findings and recommendations at the May 26th meeting. This discussion aims to address traffic management and planning policies.

Townsend Finance Committee Approves Hiring Freeze Waiver Amid Fiscal Concerns

Overview: In a recent Townsend Finance Committee meeting, discussions centered on various financial matters, including the approval of a hiring freeze waiver for seasonal employees in the cemetery and parks department and the broader fiscal challenges facing the town. The committee also debated the implications of relying on free cash to balance the budget, the need for firefighter equipment funding, and potential strategies for economic growth and budget stabilization.