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- Norfolk County
- 3/25/25
- 03/25/2025
- 420 Minutes
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Overview: The Brookline Select Board meeting on March 25, 2025, was marked by community engagement and concerns, particularly surrounding the proposed bike lane project on Chestnut Hill Avenue. Residents voiced strong opposition, fearing impacts on safety, traffic congestion, and accessibility. These concerns highlighted a broader debate about the balance between developing biking infrastructure and addressing the practical needs of local communities.
- MA
- Norfolk County
- 3/18/25
- 03/18/2025
- 296 Minutes
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Overview: At a recent Brookline Select Board meeting, discussions focused on comprehensive planning, community engagement, infrastructure challenges, and budget considerations.
- MA
- Norfolk County
- 3/4/25
- 03/04/2025
- 232 Minutes
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Overview: The Brookline Select Board meeting on March 5, 2025, was dominated by impassioned discussions about the looming school budget crisis and its potential repercussions on the town’s educational system and workforce. A projected $8.2 million budget gap has sparked discussion, with fears of significant cuts to school programs and potential privatization of public sector jobs. Public comments underscored the urgency of the issue, with community members pleading for the board to prioritize educational quality and staff livelihoods over financial constraints.
- MA
- Norfolk County
- 2/25/25
- 02/25/2025
- 238 Minutes
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Overview: At a recent Brookline Select Board meeting, the discussion was dominated by fiscal challenges, particularly an $8.2 million shortfall in the school budget. This deficit, linked to expansion requests and programming, was a concern among board members and community stakeholders. The board is tasked with navigating this financial strain while maintaining the town’s fiscal health and AAA bond rating.
- MA
- Norfolk County
- 2/11/25
- 02/11/2025
- 312 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Brookline Select Board meeting, the board approved a proposal for the Washington Street Complete Streets project, which includes the development of protected bike lanes. This decision came amid a debate involving business owners, residents, and cycling advocates, highlighting the complexities of balancing community safety, economic viability, and urban development.
