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- Bristol County
- 5/28/25
- 05/29/2025
- 114 Minutes
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Overview: The Acushnet School Committee meeting addressed several topics, with the expansion of solar farms and the preservation of local historical and natural resources taking center stage. Concerns about the environmental impact of solar farm developments were voiced, as well as discussions on integrating local history into school curricula and enhancing community engagement with preserved spaces.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/27/25
- 05/27/2025
- 37 Minutes
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Overview: The Acushnet School Committee meeting centered on addressing a significant overtime deficit and traffic safety concerns, alongside discussions on public works projects and personnel updates. The committee approved a temporary hiring plan to alleviate the strain of overtime costs and debated solutions for local traffic issues, including safety at key intersections.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/16/25
- 05/16/2025
- 46 Minutes
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Overview: During the Acushnet School Committee meeting, members discussed a wide range of topics, focusing on a new energy savings initiative, fiscal planning challenges, and adjustments to local tax abatement programs. The meeting, which took place on May 16th at 1:30 p.m., highlighted the significance of aligning town projects with community feedback and ensuring financial sustainability across several town departments.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/13/25
- 05/14/2025
- 102 Minutes
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Overview: The Acushnet School Committee meeting was marked by discussions on budgetary constraints, infrastructure projects, and community improvement initiatives. Key topics included the financial sustainability of the Old Colony vocational school, potential grant-funded projects for Russell Memorial Library, and significant infrastructure projects for road paving and sewer expansions. The meeting also addressed contractor bonuses for snowplow services and the importance of maintaining community aesthetics.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/9/25
- 05/11/2025
- 18 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Acushnet School Committee meeting, members agreed to freeze certain expenditures in the Department of Public Works’ (DPW) fiscal year 2025 budget. This decision followed discussions about cost overruns and the need for more rigorous oversight of budget allocations. The committee expressed concern over deficit spending, particularly in snow and ice removal, emphasizing the importance of prudent financial management as the fiscal year concludes. A motion was passed to enforce a spending freeze on specific line items, excluding energy costs, until a review with the DPW can be conducted.
