Southwick Select Board Approves Liquor License Transfer for Roma Restaurant Amidst Historic Live-Streaming

Overview: In a historic first for the town, the Southwick Select Board live-streamed their meeting, which included discussions and decisions on various community matters. The board adjusted its agenda to address more consequential items upfront, including the transfer of a liquor license and multiple appointments.

Westport Select Board Unanimously Approves $220,100 Contract Amendment for Route 6 Project

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Westport Select Board, a significant contract amendment was unanimously approved for $220,100 to Klein Felder Northeast Inc. , the design engineers overseeing ongoing projects along Route 6. This amendment is part of a larger $4 million grant-funded initiative aimed at infrastructure improvements, including inspections and change orders. The funding for this amendment has already been appropriated.

Oak Park School Board Approves New Digital Learning Platform for Districtwide Use

Overview: The Oak Park School Board approved the purchase of the IXL Learning platform, a digital tool designed to assist both struggling and advanced students in English language arts and math. The platform, costing $51,000, will be funded by the 23G grant. In addition, the board certified its delegates for the upcoming Michigan Association of School Boards 2024 annual leadership conference.

Hopkinton Planning Board Approves Key Appointments and Discusses Development Projects

Overview: The Hopkinton Planning Board meeting focused on several issues, including the appointment of new members to subcommittees, the review of a major school project, and A discussion regarding a previously approved subdivision’s land use.

Prior Lake-Savage Area School Board Discusses Literacy Training Amid $110 Million Referendum Concerns

Overview: The Prior Lake-Savage Area School Board meeting on September 13th addressed several issues, including the implementation of literacy training in response to new legislation and public concerns over a potential $110 million referendum.