Danvers Select Board Discusses Road Safety, Budget Goals, and Compliance Issues

Overview: The Danvers Select Board meeting was packed with discussions on issues, including concerns about road conditions, budget goals for fiscal year 2027, and compliance challenges related to a construction project on Elm Street. The meeting also addressed public safety equipment, financial policies, and community contributions.

Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee Discusses Academic Achievements, Budget Challenges, and Policy Revisions

Overview: The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee convened on December 15, 2025, to review academic performance metrics, address budgetary issues, and debate revisions to the student dress code policy. Key topics included the presentation of accountability data for Dennis-Yarmouth Middle and High Schools, the closure of the fiscal year budget, and updates on educational strategies and curriculum implementation.

Lonsdale City Council Updates Zoning for Cannabis Businesses Amid Broad Regulatory Review

Overview: The Lonsdale City Council meeting on December 15, 2025, was notable for its extensive review and updates to zoning classifications, especially regarding cannabis-related businesses, as well as other commercial and industrial regulations. The council’s decisions, aiming to streamline and clarify the zoning code, included setting a public hearing for January 26, 2026, to address the new cannabis ordinance.

Milltown Borough Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto on Parking Ordinance Amid Financial Concerns

Overview: The Milltown Borough Council meeting on December 15, 2025, centered on notable decisions, including an override of the mayor’s veto concerning ordinance 25-1576 related to parking fees and fines. The council also discussed salary amendments for borough employees, authorized substantial municipal payments, and addressed water contamination concerns.

Plymouth School Committee Prioritizes Special Education Funding Amid Budget Constraints

Overview: During the recent meeting of the Plymouth School Committee, attention was directed towards the challenges of adequately funding special education amidst broader budgetary constraints. The committee emphasized that while special education often appears as an unfunded mandate, the financial repercussions of underfunding these services could lead to even greater liabilities, such as legal fees from potential lawsuits. One participant stressed the necessity of understanding these costs, stating that failing to address them adequately could eventually result in higher expenses for the district.