- MA
- Hampden County
- 4/17/24
- 04/17/2024
- 112 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Longmeadow School Committee recently convened to address the complexities of funding and constructing educational facilities, including discussions on the Massachusetts School Building Authority’s (MSBA) reimbursement rates, classroom size standards, and special education space requirements. The Committee scrutinized the MSBA’s base reimbursement rate of 50.57% for Longmeadow, with additional incentives for maintenance, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality, and how these factors would influence the district’s financial planning for upcoming construction projects.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 4/16/24
- 04/16/2024
- 158 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hillsborough County School Board meeting addressed significant challenges, such as the pay discrepancy for district nurses compared to agency-employed nurses and the handling of book challenges in school libraries. The board members also discussed budget amendments, insurance programs, and the importance of advocating for a higher reimbursement rate for nurses. Public comments revealed concerns about the treatment of employees, communication issues, and the support for students with disabilities.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 4/9/24
- 04/10/2024
- 58 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a move, the Lunenburg Sewer Commission has voted unanimously to increase the sewer connection charge from $2,250 to $3,900, a significant rise attributed to the escalating fee from Leominster. This development, among other key financial and operational issues, formed the crux of the Commission’s meeting on April 9th, 2024.
- MA
- Norfolk County
- 4/9/24
- 04/09/2024
- 285 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Brookline Select Board’s recent meeting was marked by the approval of Tim David as the new Recreation Director, a position critical to the town’s community services and activities. This key appointment, subject to approval from the Parks and Recreation Commission and the completion of background checks, was a highlight in a session that included discussions on affordable housing, departmental budgets, anti-Semitic incidents, and police department updates.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 3/26/24
- 03/26/2024
- 108 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The North Miami City Council meeting addressed several significant urban development proposals, with the unanimous approval of a zoning map amendment and site plans for two major construction projects that promise to revitalize dormant parcels and expand the city’s housing stock. Discussions also delved into the status of the White House Apartments, recognizing community members’ contributions, and the departure of a council member to a county position.