Revere City Council Debates 24/7 Emergency Ambulance Service, School Safety, and Electricity Aggregation Plans

Overview: During the September 9th Revere City Council meeting, discussions centered around the proposal for a 24/7 Emergency Response Ambulance service, school safety measures, and a new municipal electricity aggregation plan.

Boston City Council Approves Funding for Crossing Guard Contract Amid Safety Concerns

Overview: The Boston City Council convened to address budgetary appropriations relating to the Boston Police School Traffic Supervisors Association. The Council discussed and approved Docket Number 1163, which proposed a reduction of $187,373 from the reserve for collective bargaining, and Docket Number 1164, which called for a supplemental appropriation of the same amount to the Boston Police Department for FY 25. This funding is intended to cover costs associated with the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Boston and the Boston Police School Traffic Supervisors Association, effective from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2027.

Revere School Committee Focuses on School Safety and Behavioral Issues Following Recent Incident

Overview: The Revere School Committee meeting centered on enhancing school safety measures and addressing behavioral problems among students following a recent altercation that escalated into the broader community.

Revere Conservation Commission Reviews Pipe Installation Project Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Revere Conservation Commission meeting primarily focused on the continuation of a notice of intent regarding a high-profile pipe installation project at MW 28 Rice Avenue. Key discussions included the project’s environmental impact, alternative construction methods, and community concerns about lead levels and coastal dune disturbances.

Revere School Committee Debates Grading Policies and Chronic Absenteeism Strategies

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Revere School Committee discussed changes to grading and attendance policies.