Wall School Board Addresses Serious Allegations and District Improvements

Overview: The Wall School Board meeting covered a range of topics, but one notable issue was the situation involving a former teacher who faces criminal charges. Additionally, the meeting discussed the district’s cooperation with law enforcement, the clarification of insurance settlement policies, and the appointment of a new principal for Allenwood Elementary School. Other topics included the success of the new reading initiative for K-2 grades, plans to extend this program to grades 3-5, the results of the ACCESS for ELLs assessment, and various facilities improvements.

Conway Selectboard Approves Sale of Cemetery Plot, Focuses on Opioid Funds

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Conway Selectboard, issues addressed included the approval of a cemetery plot sale at South Park Cemetery and the allocation of opioid settlement funds that have been available for nearly three years. The board unanimously approved the sale of a cemetery plot for $300, noting that there are 10-15 lots available. In a more pressing discussion, the utilization of opioid funds was deliberated with presentations from the Chair of the Conway Board of Health and the Director of Community Health at the Council of Government. Funds have been allocated to purchase defibrillators and Naloxone boxes, and proposals for regional programs to benefit Conway and its surrounding towns were also discussed.

Amherst Town Council Appoints New Jones Library Trustee

Overview: The Amherst Town Council, in a recent meeting, appointed Nat Larson as a member of the Jones Library Board of Trustees, following interviews with candidates during a joint session with the library trustees. The council also entertained vigorous public commentary on multiple issues, including proposed waste management bylaw amendments and concerns over the Jones Library renovation project. Additionally, there was debate over planning board appointments, with Melissa Ferris’s nomination resulting in a split vote and ultimate failure to secure a position.

Bedminster Adjusts Lot Coverage Ordinance Amid Public Safety Discussions

Overview: At the recent Bedminster Town Council meeting, the most significant item on the agenda was the discussion and subsequent approval of an amendment to ordinance 2024-015, which concerns lot coverage standards across residential zones. The meeting also addressed public safety concerns, including the effectiveness of License Plate Reader cameras and environmental damage caused by river congregations. Additionally, there were updates on community policing initiatives, a public works department farewell, and appointments to local commissions.

Fosston School Board Addresses Staffing Challenges Amid Special Education Enrollment Surge

Overview: During the recent Fosston School Board meeting, financial considerations tied to special education needs dominated discussions, with an influx of open enrollment students prompting significant staffing decisions for the upcoming school year. The board also tackled issues ranging from a director’s resignation to infrastructure concerns at the bus garage.